GILFORD — First United Methodist Church in Gilford will host the Carter Mountain Band on Sunday, Oct. 5, at 3 p.m. for a program of music honoring the armed forces, capturing the humble beginnings of our people, and celebrating the influence the United States has had on music across the world.
In looking forward to what will be a 2026 full of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, it’s easy to overlook the key moments that took place one year earlier in 1775 that put the country on the path to that fateful day.
Carter Mountain looks back at the battles of Lexington and Concord that were waged in Massachusetts on April 19, marking the beginning of the American Revolution. They will also recognize the founding of the United States Army by an act of the Continental Congress on June 14, 1775 as well as the founding of the U.S. Navy and United States Marines later that year.
In addition, the band will be performing marches, delightful arrangements of traditional folk melodies, and popular cinematic tunes that are sure to stir feelings of nostalgia, pride, and patriotism. Â
Each year, the band performs its fall concert at First United Methodist Church at 18 Wesley Way in Gilford, as thanks to the church for use of rehearsal space, and all proceeds are donated to the church.
For more information, call 603-524-3289.
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