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Country Legends Willie Nelson, Charlie Daniels Band coming to Meadowbrook in June

GILFORD — Meadowbrook is bringing two legends to one stage when Willie Nelson and the Charlie Daniels Band hit the Meadowbrook stage on Friday, June 14 for a spectacular night of outlaw country.
Tickets go on sale this Friday, February 15 at 10 a.m. and range from $31.25-$77. To order, call (603) 293-4700 or log on to www.Meadowbrook.net.
As a songwriter and a performer, Willie Nelson played a vital role in post-rock & roll country music. Nelson spent the '60s writing songs that became hits for stars like Ray Price, as well as releasing records that earned him a small cult following. He borrowed from a wide variety of styles, including traditional pop, Western swing, jazz, cowboy songs, honky tonk, rock & roll, folk, and the blues, creating a distinctive hybrid. Following the breakthrough success of The Red Headed Stranger, Outlaw Country became a sensation.
Willie continued to have hits throughout the 70's and '80s. He had major crossover success in 1982 with a cover of Elvis Presley's hit "Always on My Mind." After the release of Across the Borderline, Nelson continued to work steadily, releasing at least one album a year and touring constantly. In 1993, he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, but by that time, he had already become a living legend. Nelson's most recent release, entitled Heroes, debuted in the summer of 2012.
From his Dove Award winning gospel albums to his genre-defining Southern rock anthems and his CMA Award-winning country hits, few artists have left a more indelible mark on America's musical landscape than Charlie Daniels. An outspoken patriot, beloved mentor to young artists and still a road warrior at age 76, Charlie has parlayed his passion for music into a multi-platinum career and a platform to support the military, underprivileged children and others in need.
Over the course of his career, Charlie has received numerous accolades including induction into the Grand Ole Opry and Musicians Hall of Fame. He's been presented the Pioneer Award by the Academy of Country Music and was honored as a BMI Icon in recognition of his songwriting. He's also received a star on the Music City Walk of Fame.


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Greater Meredith Program hears from economist Dennis Delay

MEREEDITH — The Greater Meredith Program Board of Directors will host its annual meeting on Thursday, February 21 at Church Landing in Meredith.
The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. with a cash bar and hors d' oeuvres, followed by a brief program from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. The celebration is free and all are welcome to attend, but an RSVP is required by February 14 to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 279-9015.
Dennis Delay, an economist, from the New Hampshire Center for Public Policy Studies will speak on the topic "Tailwinds to Headwinds: Coming Changes in the New Hampshire Economy." In addition to being an economist at the Center,. Delay is also New Hampshire State Forecast Manager for the New England Economic Partnership, a non-profit association of economists that have monitored and forecast regional economic trends for more than three decades.
GMP President Chris Kelly and Design Committee Chairman, Chris Williams will highlight the programs, projects, and accomplishments of 2012 followed by award recognitions for Volunteer of the Year and Board Member of the Year. The meeting will end with a raffle drawing at 7:45 p.m.
The Greater Meredith Program is a non-profit community economic development organization seeking to enhance economic vitality, historical and cultural heritage, and town-wide beautification. The GMP Board of Directors is comprised of community leaders and town officials who volunteer their time and expertise to advance the mission of the organization.
For more information on GMP, call 279-9015, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit the website at www.greatermeredithprogram.org.

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Young Melanoma Survivors will Speak to Teens in NH about Tanning Risks

LACONIA — As part of a growing national effort to prevent melanoma in teens and young adults, students from throughout New Hampshire will be taking part in educational programs offered by the Melanoma Foundation of New England (MFNE) in collaboration with the New Hampshire Comprehensive Cancer Collaboration (NH CCC)
A 'Teens on Tanning' Forum will be held on Friday, Feb. 15 at Pitman's Freight Room, Laconia, from 3-7 p.m.
The Teens on Tanning Forums are designed to educate high school students about sun safety and the risks associated with tanning. At the forums, several young melanoma survivors will share their first-hand experiences about the effects of tanning. Participating teens will receive information and training to help them identify, plan and implement key initiatives at the community grassroots level to raise awareness about the dangers of tanning and adopt sun safe behaviors. Attendees will receive a community service certificate, healthy skin goody bag, T-shirt, pizza, and more.
Melanoma is the second most common cancer in teens and young adults age 15-29. The American Cancer Society estimated 470 new cases of melanoma would be diagnosed in New Hampshire in 2012, and the most likely causes include unhealthy tanning practices and exposure to the harmful UV rays of tanning beds. People who use a tanning bed just once a month before the age of 35 increase their risk of melanoma by 75 percent.
For more information about Teens on Tanning Forums visit www.NHCancerPlan.org. Register on-line or download and print the registration form.

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The Band Perry coming to meadowbrook on June 1

GILFORD — Meadowbrook has announced that The Band Perry will be making its debut performance at the 'Brook on Saturday, June 1.
Joining the trio will be special guest, Joel Crouse. Tickets go on sale Friday, February 8 at 10 a.m. and range from $29.75-$63. To order, call 603-293-4700 or log on to www.Meadowbrook.net.
The Band Perry's "modern throwback" style combines classic Country with an eclectic infusion of Rock, Gospel and Soul. As songwriters and musicians, their sound is rounded out by perfect three-part harmonies. The self-titled debut album, The Band Perry, was released in October 2010 by Republic Nashville and one year later was certified Platinum. Their sophomore CD is due out this year and has already released its first single, "Better Dig Two".


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