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August 2023
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needs, the unique risks you face and the coverages you need at the appropriate levels, should be part of your annual plan. We would be happy to walk you through exactly what you have and what you need to be prop- erly protected. It doesn’t tale long and it’s free. Get in touch with us today at 603-477-5000 or www.newfoundins.com
Finally, please support the “Run Your Bunns Off” Charity Race on September 2nd hosted by Garlyn and the Basic Ingredi- ents staff. The event is sponsored by Basic Ingredients and many other local businesses. It’s a great event and they would welcome your support. All proceeds go to local non-profit organizations that benefit the local community.
By Jim King neWfounD insurance
It’s been an interesting sum- mer, blistering hot one day fol- lowed by what seems to be weeks of torrential downpours. The lake is at near record levels for this time of year (except maybe 1973). The dam is fully open and the Newfound River is raging with torrents of water cascading over rocks as if it were spring and the snow melt from the moun- tains was in full force.
August of 2023 may be re- membered for the Shallows not being quite shallow enough to “Party at the Shallows” (Check out the Facebook page “I Partied at the Shallows”)
If you are a boater, August 2023 does not bring the usual risks of running aground in the channel between Cliff Island and the end of Wellington State Park or needing to avoid the barely submerged rocks at the end of Whittemore Point or the mon- ster rock not far from Denton’s Boat House. But there are other challenges as many docks are underwater, boats are straining their mooring lines, rafts are breaking away and most boat and jet ski lifts need to be moved closer to shore.
The risks of damage this year are different too:
If you are a boater:
The risks are from barely vis- ible submerged logs, branches or parts of trees and other de- bris carried by the overflowing streams that are the tributaries to the lake. Hitting a submerged log can put you out of commis- sion for the rest of the summer and be a costly repair Finding out that damage to your lower unit is not covered by insurance (but could have been) only adds to the pain. Knowing ahead of time that your insurance will pay to repair the damage can put your mind at ease.
If you are a homeowner:
Are you at risk of a flood from
an overflowing stream? Perhaps you have shorefront property and as the water rises the shore- line creeps ever closer to your house, you wonder, when will it stop and where will it stop? The risk is real. Asking now if your insurance will cover a flood may be too late.
In 1973 Timberloch lodge flooded, sustaining minor dam- age to the tennis courts abutting Route 3A (no damage to any of the cottages or the main building fortunately) In that same season the brown house at the South- west tip of Pike’s Point sustained damage due to the rise in level of the lake.
For everyone:
A review of your insurance
Tickets On Sale For An Evening of Broadway
A benefit for the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction
LACONIA — The Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auc- tion will hold its second annual theater fundraising event, An Evening of Broadway, on Tues- day, August 15, at 7 p.m. at The Colonial Theatre Laconia.
The event is family-friendly, and tickets range from $20-$30. Individuals are also invited to sponsor a seat for $20 per child to allow children from the Boys and Girls Club and other local nonprofits to attend at no cost.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online or in person at The Colonial The- atre box office at 609 Main St., Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
“We are very excited to be collaborating with local com- munity theater groups to cre- ate this fundraising event,” said Jennifer Kelley, the Auction’s
executive director. “Our area is robust with talent, and we are eager to showcase them. We are also thrilled to give kids in need the ability to attend the show at no cost with our Sponsor a Seat initiative.”
The show will offer musical performances of all ages from local community theater groups, including Franklin Footlight Theatre, Gilford Performing Arts, Interlakes Theatre, One Light Theatre, Powerhouse Theatre Collaborative, Street- car Company and Winnipesau- kee Playhouse. Students from Broadway North Dance Studio and Stages Dance Academy will be performing as well. This event is made possible by the presenting sponsor, Franklin Savings Bank, and Lakes Re- gion Fence, the Lights, Camera, Action Sponsor.
“An Evening of Broadway is such a fun and creative way to support children in need, while also showcasing the exceptional local talent we have here in New Hampshire.” explained Jenn Demers, marketing and community engagement offi- cer for Franklin Savings. “As a community bank, we know that by giving back, we have the op- portunity to grow stronger as a community. We are thrilled to support The Lakes Region Children’s Auction’s vision to ensure every child is empowered to succeed and positively impact a thriving Greater Lakes Region community.”
For more information, con- tact Jennifer Kelley at Jenn@ ChildrensAuction.org or call 603-527-0999.
Learn more about the Auc- tion at ChildrensAuction.org.
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