The Very Latest Events, Meetings & Education Opportunities...

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The Lakes Region Builders and Remodelers Association maintains details on Monthly Member meetings, educational topics and special events at www.lakesregionbuilders.com.

Here what’s in store for the Lakes Region, NH Chapter, the LRBRA...

Local Builders Stage Membership Drive; Schedule Last Meeting Before Summer Break

(Lakes Region May 14, 2013) Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association, known locally as the LRBRA, has arranged a massive membership drive effort this week, capped with a May 16^th Member meeting. Further, the group opened the Member meeting to the general public. Any local contractor or individual may attend for a nominal fee, learn more about the state of the Lakes Region construction business, the benefits of a LRBRA membership and, this month, learn more about how to survive an insurance audit and assure your construction business - any business, for that matter may achieve the most economical insurance rates. All types of business insurance will be discussed by a roundtable of local experts.

LRBRA President Julie Hayward of Hayward and Company Log & Timber Homes explained “The Association benefits, the value versus the membership cost, will be communicated this week to hundreds contractors and support businesses across the Lakes Region this week in an effort to strengthen our 70-member Association.  The LRBRA stands before an incredible opportunity with the design and build of the Charity House.”

Hayward added, “This is an unique chance to showcase Lakes Region products and craftsmanship as the house will be offered for sale by RE/MAX Bayside Realty and presented as the featured house in the New Hampshire Parade of Homes this coming Columbus Day Weekend. Lakes Region companies may participate in the audacious project by joining our Association and proceeds benefit the WLNH Children’s Auction.

With three memberships in one, the local, state and national affiliations saved the average Member company thousands through work in the NH legislature and Washington, DC. Hayward also noted, “The grand total incentive value for signing up this week will easily pay the next 4 years’ membership dues! $2,195 in concessions were donated by the likes of 2diFore Marketing, BPI Building Alternatives, Baron’s Major Brands, Hinckley, Allen & Snyder LLP, along with advertising on the State Builders Association (HBRANH) website, The Homeowners Notebook, Eco Services Group, banners from Saymore Trophy and more.

Details on this month’s meeting are as follows and all are welcome to join the LRBRA for the evening:

LRBRA May Membership Meeting May 16th @ 5pm in the Fireside Room at Chase House, Mill Falls, Meredith, NH.

HOW TO SURVIVE YOUR INSURANCE AUDIT...and other insurance related topics!

Roundtable speakers will include:            Melcher & Prescott's Moultonborough Office, Business Insurance experts Michelle Lamper, Branch Manager, along with Doug Carignan, Marketing Executive, Bookkeeper Kathy Morin, Mountain View Bookkeeping, Builder Members Julie Hayward from Hayward and Company Log & Timber Homes and Kurt Clason from K.A. Clason Fine Woodworking.

The Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association, or LRBRA, is one of 9 Chapters within the statewide Home Builders and Remodelers Association (HBRANH). The LRBRA is a group of local contractors & suppliers united to foster proper, eco-friendly building & remodeling practices. LRBRA hosts an annual August golf tournament to benefit the WLNH Children’s Auction and the recently revived Youth Trades Scholarship Program, awarding up to $1,500.00 annually to area youth pursuing careers in the trades. The Association also works with local high school technical centers, introducing students to prospective LRBRA Member builders for employment. Altogether, compelling reasons to choose an LRBRA Member company for your next home or business construction project! LRBRA invites the public to follow their activities through Facebook and to learn more at www.lakesregionbuilders.com.  For more information contact Dale Squires, LRBRA Executive Officer, by calling (603) 415 1594 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (end)

3/21 Monthly Member meeting at 5pm FW Webb, Laconia, NH

LRBRA's March 21st Member meeting Host is LRBRA Member F.W. Webb Bath Center, thanks to Showroom Manager Sarah Bride and General Manager Keith McNutt. OPEN TO ALL! We so appreciate use of their state of the art training facility and access to the dramatic bath center showroom and warehouse. Get a short facilities tour, enjoy baked pasta and enjoy being together with friends in the business. Plus no conflicts with the Chamber schedule, for once!!  Opening comments from President Julie Hayward, including State initiatives, a Membership drive some dramatic developments in community outreach, along with advice on the 2013 NH Parade of Homes.  Won't you please attend?

4/18 Monthly Member meeting at 5pm Baron’s Major Brands, Belmont, NH

LRBRA's April 18 Member meeting Host is LRBRA Member Baron's Major Brands, the very same night as the LR Chamber's Business After Hours!  Combined at Baron's Belmont Showroom, this will be a terrific social event for members AND spouses, TOO! We expect over 200 influential community members, business owners and municipal officials Appreciation goes out to Store Manager Heidi Laramie and, of course, Mike Baron. OPEN TO ALL and there is a surprise unveiling to occur that evening!

WHAT COULD IT BE???

Cant say any more right now - you must attend to see the dramatic changes at Baron's.

Won't you please plan to attend?

4/24-25 - DIRECT DRIVE - MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
5/16 Monthly Member meeting - 7:30AM, HART'S TURKEY FARM RESTAURANT, MEREDITH, NH
8/14 LRBRA Charity Golf Tournament, Waukewan Golf Course, Center Harbor, NH
9/19 Monthly Member meeting - time & venue TBD
10/12 NH Parade of Home Columbus Day Weekend, October 12, 13 and 14, 2013
11/21 Monthly Member meeting - time & venue TBD
12/6 WLNH Children’s Auction BASH social event
12/7 WLNH Children’s Auction December 7 -15, 2013

Join us for our February 21st LRBRA Member meeting

Home Automation and Electronics

Four quick presentations showing creative ways Builders & Remodelers can add value to projects…

To make your Lakes Region construction project even more appealing, consider some of the options presented at this month’s member meeting. Having a home automation system goes a long ways toward making a strong first impression and distinguishing a project from others on the market is essential in selling homes quickly and getting the price builders want.

· Pat Molettieri of Xtreme Audio & Video, a member of the Manchester/Nashua local will speak on what’s new in Home Automation and Home Networking.

· Amy Pierce of Hammerton Lighting (a new LRBRA member) will speak on lighting fixtures and other custom products available from Hammerton Lighting.

· Gerry DuBreuil of LRBRA member Belknap Landscape Company will explain the design & installation of Brilliance and FX low voltage landscape lighting.

· Joe Morin of Member company Morin Electric will explain the newest features and controls of whole house generators

Each will make a short presentation supported by product displays & demonstrations around the room.

The Historic Belknap Mill, 3rd Floor, Laconia

Thursday, February 21^st beginning at 5 pm

$10 for members; $15 for non-members including:

A Contigiani's New England Dinner Buffet …

NE Clam Chowder served with crackers

BBQ Pulled Pork served with Bulkie Rolls

Hot Sauce and Condiments

Potato Chips, Assorted Cookies, Ice Tea and Lemonade

RSVP appreciated via This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Dale Squires, Marketing Manager, Belknap Landscape Company, Inc. Mobile: 603/455.1594 / Office: 603/528.2798

Exec Officer, Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association, Village West – 25 County Club road, Unit 302, Gilford NH 03249

Speaker Kim Frase of Frase Electric - electrical contractor and Solar Photovoltaics installer and designer covers the economic value of solar photovoltaic systems.

LRBRA's new meeting format includes $5.00 Admission, access to get in on a 50/50 raffle (Rotary Club style), supplier-member donated door prizes; an available $100 Association Corner table, and a  $200 Meeting Sponsorship opportunity, all to be communicated via a revived LRBRA Lakes Letter e-newsletter.

Should a Meeting Sponsor wish to hold the meeting at their place of business, no Admission Charge will apply – Meeting Sponsor provides space, a tour, short presentation and food/drink.

We will be issuing a press release and create a Meeting Agenda, the later shown here:

The Lakes Region Chapter 1st Quarter Activities in Support of Your Local Business

7:00AM Thursday January 17th
Hot buffet breakfast at Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant
233 Daniel Webster Hwy in Meredith, NH

Agenda:

7:00AM     Breakfast is served!
7:30AM    Introductions and welcomes to our guests

Opening Comments from President Julie Hayward including:
Our new meeting format
Marketing opportunities for member builders and suppliers
A review of the WLNH Children’s Auction TV production set furniture and backdrop donation

Brief reviews of Current Business:
LRBRA bob house / Binnie Radio promotion
Revived Youth Trades Scholarship Program
March 2-4 2013 NH Home Show @ Radisson Ctr, Manchester

March 9-10 2013 lakes Region Home Show @ Opechee Conf Ctr, Laconia

August Annual Golf Tournament to benefit the WLNH Children’s Auction
October - 2013 Lakes Region Parade of Homes plans and opportunities
Homes for Humanity Project Update
LRBRA House Build & Auction project

8:00AM    Speaker Kim Frase of Frase Electric in Sandwich, NH…

• Economic value of solar photovoltaic systems
• Ground, roof  and pole mounted arrays
• The associated inverters
• All-important cost analysis.
• Federal, State and local power company incentives
• Tips for builders to incorporate into the design process
• Orientation to the sun
• Acceptable amounts of shade
• Roof pitches and more.
• The value of photovoltaic related heat pump and geothermal systems, and much more…

Alternative energy source presentations fit well with today’s LRBRA Member builders, many certified as Build Green NH Builders. Build Green NH certified builders are dedicated to adhering to green building guidelines for both building and remodeling. Cost effective solar photovoltaic systems, installed by LRBRA member companies, provide one solution enabling environmentally concerned consumers to achieve sustainable energy efficient homes.

8:45AM Raffle Drawings & Prize Awards!
9:00AM LRBRA Board Members are asked to gather immediately after for a short Board meeting

Quarterly E-Newsletter Member Marketing Opportunities:

Patti Phelps will team with Dale Squires on the content, with a focus on Plans, Accomplishments and Member Marketing Opportunities. To do business with other members, invest in Association activities and publications! All newsletter advertisements are $250.00 per year, prior advertisers have 1st right of refusal. Sections to include In the News, Builder Supplier Blurbs, Call for Scholarship Applications, & more!

Other Statewide Builder-Supplier-Affiliate networking Opportunities - Click the Pic for more info!

2012 activities & accomplishments...

We set the following LRBRA Monthly Meetings, Marketing Campaigns & Community Outreach efforts for the 4th Quarter:

LRBRA November Monthly Member Meeting

November 15th, 7AM @ Harts Turkey Farm. Hot breakfast will be served at 7AM at $10.00 per person.

Our 7:30-9AM LRBRA Business Meeting Agenda:

• Oct 6-8 NH Parade of Homes success recap
• 2013 Parade of Homes Opportunities

After That....

• Thursday, 11/15 @ Harts - Member companies Belknap Landscape (BLC), Belgard Hardscapes and either/both Liam Cargill/Shane Carter explain National Build Green Certification process & builder benefits.

• Saturday, 12/1 @ Opechee Conference Center – WLNH Children’s Auction BASH will be our Holiday social event.

• Tues-Sat December 4-8^th @ Opechee Conference Center - WLNH Children's Auction - LRBRA is coordinating the construction of a TV production set back-drop, likely to be painted by local youth artists. Upon internal approvals, Belgard & BLC plan to donate a large hardscape package to benefit the Auction.

Wednesday, Oct 17, 4PM @ Chase House – LRBRA had a terrific Monthly Member meeting October 17th at Church Landing, in the Carriage House - a business meeting followed with the LRBRA-Citizen Joint Construction Industry-Focused Political Forum.  Over 60 attended and obtained answered to builder-posed questions for the panel of candidates!

Sponsors:            Brought to you by LRBRA and the Laconia Citizen with financial support from Mill Falls and hosted by Church Landing.

• Speakers:            Gubernatorial candidate Maggie Hassan speaks & answers pre-supplied questions from the Association members, followed by a panel of Senators and candidates for Senate seats including Robert Lamb, Andrew Hosmer, Majority Leader Senator Jeb Bradley, Senator Jeanie Forrester, Sam Cataldo

• Event details:     October 17th, 4-5:30PM at Church Landing, in the Carriage House

• Format:                Maggie Hassan will answer select housing industry related questions for attendees followed by a housing-related panel discussion by Senators and Senatorial Candidates.

• Other:                   Light refresh ments will be served. No Cost to attend and the event is open to the public, courtesy LRBRA

• Thursday, Sept 20, 7:30 AM @ Harts – Kathy Morin of Mountain View Bookkeeping, LLC presents “Bookkeeping for Builders”.

• October 6-8 11A-4P...     It's now the LAKES REGION Parade of Homes! Heavy, targeted local media will drive traffic to a nice selection of Lakes Region properties, representation of the variety, quality and sustainability built into every LRBRA member-built home... More compelling reasons for Builders to consider participation at: POH YOU TUBE Video; More reasons for consumers to shop LRBRA Builder-built homes at:

August 14th, on the eve of the LRBRA Charity Golf Tournament...

We appreciate those that played  and those that volunteered!  LOTS more Team pics on the LRBRA Facebook webpage

78 players from dozens of Member companies vied for tremendous prizes! Here they are:

August 15th, 2012 - Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association Golf Tournament Fundraiser - sponsorships still available!

Wednesday August 15^th shotgun start@ 1 pm at Waukewan Golf Course....

June 27, 2012

Public Invited to Celebrate Completion of Replica Green Monster Scoreboard 6/27 6:30 PM at Robbie Mills Field!  Laconia Muskrats completion of Phase 1 of the replica Green Monster scoreboard. Located at Robbie Mills Field, home of the Laconia Muskrats, the Muskrat Monster is nearly 20 feet tall and 90 feet long. The Muskrats worked with Members of the Lakes Region Chapter of the NH Builders and Remodelers Association, known locally as the LRBRA, to construct the replica scoreboard. To celebrate the accomplishment LRBRA members are hosting a LRBRA Game Night with the Muskrats Wednesday June 27th.  Tickets the game are FREE for all locals and visitors like, for entire families and all their friends. In between innings a variety of on-field events, games and competitions are planned for attendees and some valuable prizes are to be awarded!

Need MORE Details? Bruce from LRBRA member company "The Home Beautiful" invites everybody to come celebrate the completion of Replica Green Monster Scoreboard - 6/27 6:30 PM at Robbie Mills Field! Watch this movie to see how the wall was built and listen for more details!! Hope to see your family at the ballpark...   http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=378342055562002

Order your tickets for the June 14th HBRANH Cornerstone Awards, celebrating excellence in NH building and marketing!
The Awards will be held at The Center of NH-Manchester...

As a reminder, LRBRA entered, in Specialty Category, #37 Community Service Project the WLNH Children’s Auction TV production set furniture design, build, delivery, set-up and donation and have been advised the submission is a Winning Entry.

•    There are no tables this year – heavy appetizers from 6-7PM and then everyone goes into banquet seating.
•    Within the Awards Ceremony, Belknap Landscape has arranged a HBRANH Lounge Sponsorship – a bar with chairs & couches where we will gather until show time – please encourage your customers, suppliers  and guests to come to this meeting area?

Tickets are $45 each and may be purchased by calling the State Office at 602 228 0351.

The Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association, known as the LRBRA, is one of 9 New Hampshire builder trade groups within the statewide Home Builders and Remodelers Association (HBRANH). LRBRA arranges monthly Membership Meetings, open to the public with a nominal meal charge. Any local contractor or individual may attend for a small fee and learn more about the both the state of the Lakes Region construction business and the benefits of a LRBRA membership.

The Lakes Region Chapter meets on the 3rd Thursday of  the month, from January to August, providing our members consistent networking and educational opportunities each season. The Chapter generally meets in the Meredith area but select meetings are held at the local Member offices, showrooms or facilities providing attendees opportunities to learn more about showcased Member service capabilities, better understand their operations and meet the staff one on one....

An annual Golf Tournament in August consistently draws over 100 competitors who pay and play in support of the LRBRA Annual Scholarship Program for youth entering the Trades. Member Builders the look to scholarship nominees and recipients for employment opportunities. Assist local youth in the trades with education and then hire local youth for permanent positions. Reason to consider LRBRA members for your next construction project!

_{As the Holidays approach, Members attention turns to support efforts for the annual WLNH Children"s Auction. The LRBRA, with a long history of contributions to the WLNH Children’s Auction, accepted the challenge of creating a functional, custom-crafted TV production set for the Auction’s 30th Anniversary. Further, LRBRA Member companies joined together to design, build and deliver the furniture at no cost to the Auction, this past season to running December 6th - 10th at the Conference Center at Lake Opechee Inn and Spa in Laconia, NH. The event garnered over $300,000 for local children in need...}

_{The custom-built furniture donation lead to a Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce "Tool Belt Award", presented to the Membership January 19th at Meredith's Church Landing!}

_{Later, this same joint effort of kindness was entered in the HBRANH Cornerstone Awards in the Best Community Project Category}

_{2012 LRBRA Meetings}

_{Local Builders Association Meetings- updates on Legislative Issues, Education and Advocacy, too...}

_{Thursday January 19th - Starting at 7:30AM on Thursday January 19^th a buffet breakfast will be served at Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant, 233 Daniel Webster Hwy in Meredith, NH. The meeting agenda includes introductions from LRBRA President Julie Hayward of Hayward & Company Log & Timber Homes and updates on LRBRA marketing efforts from LRBRA executive officer Dale Squires of Belknap Landscape Company.}

_{The Association’s recent TV production set contribution, a set of fine furniture valued at over $5000, to WLNH Children’s Auction led to a nomination for a Lakes Region Chamber of Commerce “Tool Belt” award for outstanding community service. The Chamber Awards ceremony is set for noon the very same day, just down the street at Church Landing.}

<sub>Attendees will learn more about the scheduled building of a bob house, custom-built by select LRBRA Members, to be used for a Nassau Broadcasting radio promotion. The LRBRA bob house will be awarded on February 11th at Meredith’s 2012 Great Rotary Fishing Derby to one of thousands of entries through opportunities presented on 104.9FM The Hawk and at participating area merchants. In the process of promoting entries, the public will be advised about the benefits of choosing a LRBRA Member builder or remodeler.


The HBRANH uses the annual Cornerstone Awards to recognize excellence in the NH building industry. LRBRA Chapter member companies will be entering, by January 31^st, some their best design, construction, remodeling and green building work for industry professional judging. The awards ceremony will be held later in the season.</sub>

_{Attendees will also learn about the upcoming March 2-4, 2012 HBRANH NH State Home Show at the Radisson Center of NH in Manchester. Related are the promotional opportunities resulting from a separate radio promotion called the $100,000 Home Improvement Giveaway 2012, through Clear Channel Radio, will be explained as well.}

_{Kendall Buck, the Executive VP of the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of NH will provide attendees a legislative update, explaining the progress on State association objectives including ending the housing credit crisis, vital to get credit flowing to the housing sector again, resolving the faulty NH appraisal process, eliminating the use of distressed properties as value comparables and working to protect the mortgage interest deduction, opposing any action by Congress to eliminate or scale back this key benefit of home ownership.}

_{Many LRBRA Member Builders offer a unique homeowner’s warranty program as HBRANH endorses the 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty Program, providing new home buyers peace of mind not provided by many non-member companies. The program includes limited new home warranty coverage for 1 year on workmanship, 2 years on systems and a full 10-year structural coverage. It pays to choose a LRBRA Member company at from the list provided at www.lakesregionbuilders.com.}

_{The Lakes Region Builders and Remodelers Association is a group of local contractors & suppliers united to foster proper, Eco-friendly building & remodeling practices. LRBRA hosts an annual August golf tournament to benefit the WLNH Children’s Auction and the recently revived Youth Trades Scholarship Program, awarding up to $1,500.00 annually to area youth pursuing careers in the trades. The Association also works with local high school technical centers, introducing students to prospective Member Builders for employment. The bob house mentioned above was built with by graduating J. Olivia Huot Technical Center students under the direction of LRBRA Member Larry Greeley of Tradesmen Builders Corp. Altogether compelling reasons to choose a LRBRA Member Builder for your next construction project.}

_{For more information contact Dale Squires, LRBRA Executive Officer, by calling (603) 415 1594 or by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it (end)}

_{Tuesday January 31st - Deadline for the annual Cornerstone Awards!}

_{Thursday-Friday February 2-3 - Melcher & Prescott Insurance offers FREE ($300 value) 10-Hour Construction Safety & Health Outreach Program. Location: Woodside at Taylor Community, Union Avenue, Laconia, NHAttendees leave with participant handouts & working knowledge of applicable construction regulations. An official OSHA 10 Hour course completion card will be mailed. As of July 1, 2008 NH Law requires the 10-hour card for all public works projects over $100,000. Call Laura DiFonzo at Melcher & Prescott at 476-8000 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , to reserve your spot by Friday, January 27th.}

_{Thursday February 16th - Monthly Member Meeting, Thursday, February 16, 2012, 6:00 PM, F.W. Webb - Gilford-Laconia Industrial Park, 302 Hounsell Ave, Gilford, NH 03249}

_{The next Member Meeting is set for Thursday, February 16, 2012, 6:00 PM, hosted by Frank Webb Bath Center, Gilford Industrial Park, 302 Houndsell Ave, Gilford.}

_{Catered dinner will be served and you will quickly and easily add Facebook and other social networking pages for your business. Bring an appetite and a wireless-enabled laptop or notebook computer! Deb Buldoc of BusBuzz Marketing Partners presents a hands on Facebook for business session.}

_{For more info: Dale Squires, LRBRA Exec Officer 603 455 1594 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Every other month we return to Harts for a 7:30 AM breakfast meeting, starting in March.}

_{Friday-Sunday March 2-4 - NH State Spring Home Show.  LRBRA Sponsorship opportunities include the Clear Channel Radio $100,000 Home Makeover Sweepstakes (contact Trudy Sutherland at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ), Sponsorships for the Home Show Event, itself and /or Sponsorships of the Awards Ceremony (contact Maura McLaughlin at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it )}

_{Saturday-Sunday March 10-11 - Lakes Region Home Show at the Conference Center at Lake Opechee Inn and Spa, Saturday March 10th,
9AM-5PM and on Sunday March 11th, 10AM-4PM.. The LRBRA will be working at Booth 120A, on the left as you walk in the front entrance. Benefits of membership and benefits to the consumer for selecting a LRBRA Builder-Member will be explained. Come see us at the Show!}

_{Thursday March 15th - All are Welcome to Join Us at the next Monthly Member Meeting! Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant, 233 Daniel Webster Hwy in Meredith, NH. Starting at 7:30AM a hot breakfast will be served. The meeting agenda includes introductions and updates on LRBRA/State association marketing efforts, along with legislative  from LRBRA executive officer Dale Squires of Belknap Landscape Company. You'll hear a quick review of builder/remodeler-pertinent topics including:}

_{o  Political & Legislative Update 45th Annual State Home Show Review (Mar 2-4)
o  45th Annual Lakes Region Home Show Review (Mar 10-11)
o  HBRANH Spring Education Offerings
o  Gala 2012 Cornerstone Awards June 14, 2012
o  2012 Golf Tournament, possibly at Lochmere CC
o  2012 New Hampshire Parade of Homes OCTOBER 6, 7 and 8, 2012}

<sub>Linda Harvey, Executive Director of the Laconia Area Community Land Trust will discuss her agency's unique ability to building neighborhoods and changing lives with workforce housing initiatives. More at www.laclt.org

James Siedenburg of ESG, the Eco Services Group, Ltd, contracted to provide marketing support services for the HBRANH including the production of this year's State Home Show, will explain access to and benefits of a NH contractors directory called The Homeowners Notebook - www.thehomeownersnotebook.com</sub>

_{Tammie Mahoney, Mortgage Loan Officer from Laconia Savings Bank will speak about the state of local lending for new homes, new construction and remodels.  www.laconiasavings.com/MortgageConsultants.aspx}

_{Thursday April 19th - LRBRA goes to the Historic Mame's restaurant for a Builders & Suppliers Social! Festivities starting at 5PM, unless you get there earlier! Directions: From the lights in Meredith, go on to Main Street and make your first left on Plymouth Street. Mame's is the third building down on the left. There is ample parking available. If you haven't been, learn more about this 1825 village house, converted into a cool eatery at: www.mamesrestaurant.com}

Mame's Restaurant
8 Plymouth Street, Meredith, NH 03253 (603) 279-4631 MAP

Do bring a friend, co-worker or your significant other! It's a casual evening with good food, cool beverages and a short comical talk by columnist Brendan Smith, author of the popular A F.O.O.L. In New Hampshire - A flatlander adjusting to NH life.

It's a cash bar and LRBRA Member-Wannabes are welcome, too - a nominal fee to attend!

Afterward, enjoy some terrific live music courtesy of John Cook, Mame's Owner. Singer and guitar player Kyle Nickerson will perform an extensive collection of easy listening & soft rock favorites, songs of best-loved artists from multiple eras - the stuff we all grew up with! You're sure to enjoy the night's musical selections.

Please mark your calendar and click on the link below to register so we may order enough food? See you next Thursday!

_{Thursday May 17th -}

LRBRA Meeting Open To The Public

The Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association (LRBRA) has both set Thursday May 17^th for their  Monthly Member Meeting and opened the doors to all those interested. The Association will meet at 7:30AM at home office of Melcher & Prescott Insurance Agency, 426 Main St in Laconia. One of the Melcher & Prescott Insurance (M&P) valued clients, Water Street Café, will be catering the hot breakfast for attendees.  For directions and reservations, so that enough breakfast is provided for all, please call 455 1594 and ask for Dale Squires of Belknap Landscape Co., who serves as the LRBRA Executive Officer. A nominal charge may be assessed to non-members, waived with a membership application.

Melcher & Prescott Insurance, Laconia Office

426 Main Street, Laconia, NH 03246 (603) 524-4535  MAP

_{Thursday June 14th - HBRANH Cornerstone Awards at The Center of New Hampshire, Manchester, NH}

_{Thursday July 19th - Available for your company to host or sponsor}

_{Thursday August 16th - Annual LRBRA CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT - (tentative) Lochmere Country Club, Tilton, NH}

_{To see the Calendar for the State Association, click here}

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