MEREDITH — The Inter-Lakes Chem-Free Prom Committee has announced the 2013 Live Auction scheduled for Thursday, March 21 at Mame's Restaurant on Plymouth Street in Meredith.
The festivities will begin at 5:30 p.m. Many community businesses and local residents have donated a wide range of fun items to raise funds to host the Chemical Free After Prom Party for Inter-lakes Seniors and their guests. The party will include food, games, entertainment and prizes and is free to all participants.
Some of the donated items that will be auctioned include a signed and framed photograph of Shawn Thornton of the Boston Bruins; a down jacket from US Skiing and Snowboarding; and a custom designer handbag from Eric Javitz and a landscape design package from PlanetGreen. Additionally, there are gift certificates and gift baskets, golf packages, clothing and jewelry that will all go to the highest bidder.
In 2012, the auction raised $5,300 for the After Prom Party. Tickets are not necessary, simply come to Mame's on March 21 to join the fun. Those who have an item or would like to donate to the auction or  make a cash donation can call 279-6752.

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Donated items ready for the Auction on March 21 at Mame's Restaurant. (Courtesy photo)

MEREDITH — On Sunday, March 17, the Lakes Region Flag Football League will be holding its first annual Flag Football Breast Cancer Fundraiser to benefit Stacey Dickinson of Meredith.
The event, "Pulling For Hope And A Cure" will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on the Inter-Lakes High School turf field and will be held whether snow, rain or shine.
The turf field will be ready to play, as the field never freezes and once cleared of snow will be ready to go. The field will be cleared of snow for the event.
LRFFL is inviting all of our former players, current players (including  Men's Summer League teams and Women's Spring League teams) to participate.
The league is also inviting all those who just want to give flag football a try to come out and have some fun and support Stacey and raise money and awareness for breast cancer. Anyone from age 4-and up can play flag football! NFL Flag Football is played 5-on-5 and is a non-contact sport.
Adults who wish to play will be asked to make a $10 donation and kids will be asked to make a $1 donation.
Those interested in playing can register at lrffl.com. For those who are bringing a team, only one person needs to register, and then inform the league who else will be playing.
The league asks all who will be playing to wear some pink & green in celebration of breast cancer awareness and St. Patrick's Day.
Concessions will be served; there will be a 50-50 raffle, and we will be raffling off gift certificates from local businesses.
For more information and updates, go to the league's website: lrffl.com; visit Facebook: lakesregionflagfootball and follow on Twitter: @LRFFLcom.
Registration is now open online for the Spring 2013 season of the Women's Flag Football League.

FRANKLIN — Members of the Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary recently met to review initiatives of the past year and ways to best support the hospital and community services moving forward. Inspired by a long history of philanthropic projects and giving the group is always happy to welcome new ideas, new requests, and new members.
Held in November at Franklin Regional Hospital the Auxiliary's Annual Craft Fair raised just shy of $2,300. Each year the fair proves to be a great opportunity to purchase hand-made gifts and everything needed for the holiday season, while supporting local artists and crafters.
In early December the Auxiliary's not-to-miss fundraising event brings countless community members together for the annual Lights of Memory celebration. In its 29th year this past year's ceremony honored long-time friend Becky Ames and recognized loved ones. More than $2,000 was raised from this heartfelt event in 2012, with funds supporting the employee scholarship program.
The Gift Shop at Franklin Regional Hospital is a hidden gem in the town of Franklin. Run by volunteers the gift shop offers everything from flowers and cards to beautiful jewelry and unique gifts. As an extra incentive, every purchase supports important initiatives at Franklin Regional Hospital, ultimately benefitting patients and staff.
Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary is also involved in the Lifeline program – a community and FRH initiative that offers seniors in surrounding towns special access to emergency services. The Auxiliary is proud to donate the Lifeline service to select community members who may otherwise be restricted by financial barriers.
Auxiliary members very thoughtfully map out how to best spend the funds they have raised. They are proud to support community initiatives through events such as the Red Dress Gala; Tanger Fit for a Cure 5K; the LRGHealthcare Golf Classic; and members also support the hospital's involvement at Franklin Community Day. In addition, the Auxiliary has made a $5,000 Cornerstone Level gift to the LRGHealthcare Capital Campaign.
Aside from support of events and programs the Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary has purchased crucial equipment for hospital departments over the past year. The most noteworthy purchases were state-of-the-art gifts of a bariatric scale (valued at $4,000) and two patient wheelchairs (total value of just over $4,000) at Franklin Regional Hospital.
The FRH Auxiliary's Annual Meeting will be held in April. Those interested in learning more can call 934-2060 ext. 8780 or email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

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Franklin Regional Hospital Auxiliary President Christine Dzujna (left) and Vice President Linda Finnie show off a state-of-the-art wheelchair which the Auxiliary purchased and donated to the Emergency Department at Franklin Regional Hospital. This is one of many ways the FRH Auxiliary gives back to their local hospital and community. (Courtesy photo)