MEREDITH — Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association, known locally as the LRBRA, is conducting a membership drive this week.
LRBRA President Julie Hayward of Hayward and Company Log & Timber Homes said that there are many benefits to joining the 70-member association, whiose most visible project is a Charity House which is being built which will have proceeds from its sale going to the WLNH Children's Auction.
''The LRBRA stands before an incredible opportunity with the design and build of the Charity House." Hayward said. "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.''
She said that incentives provided by member businesses make it a great time to join the LRBRA.
For more information contact Dale Squires, LRBRA Executive Officer, by calling (603) 415 1594 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

LACONIA — The Laconia Multicultural Festival committee is hard at work planning the 12th annual celebration of music, crafts and arts, food, and international culture to be held at a new date, August 3 at the Belknap Mill and downtown Laconia.
The committee is looking for more volunteers to help with the organizing of this exciting festival which draws thousands of people every year.
"We are excited about this year's entertainment," says Becky Guyer, the new chair for this event. The Odaiko Japanese drummers, always a favorite, have committed once again to appear in Rotary Park. Caribbean salsa and African drum rhythms will also be featured on the stages set up in the park.
In addition to the many food and craft vendors, The Children's Corner will be back, featuring exotic animals from the W.I.L.D. Zoo. Local, non-profit organizations are invited to participate by setting up vendor spots so their services are better known to all that come.
Wendy Barrett is organizing the opening parade and ceremonies, and is looking for people to carry the country flags in the parade. Along with Guyer and Barrett, current committee members are: Carol Pierce, Janet Simmons, David Stamps, Bob Harrington, Martha Kruse, Mary Jane Hoey, Kathy James, Umija Gusinac, Jim Rogato, Larry Frates, Leonard Campbell, Arlene & Jim Fortier, Joe Adrignola, Howard Chase, Tracie Ann D'Amico, and Bobbie Thomas.
Those interested in serving on the planning committee or helping out on the day of this event, can contact Guyer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 524-3251, or email Barrett at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

MEREDITH — The lakes gallery at chi-lin at 17 Lake Street, at the corner of Main Street in Meredith, is continuing its program in Italic calligraphy with new Beginner Workshops.
The 6-week sessions are oriented to students with no experience, and meet for two hours once a week. Classes are set up to meet individual schedules. Fee is $140 and includes $30 for materials and supplies, which participants can use to continue their study at its end.
On May 30 the gallery will host a show of the students' work for all to see.
Contact Suzanne Lee at the gallery at 279-8663, or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for additional information.