Community Interest
The Frances C. Richmond Middle School is contacted by local businesses and non-profits to make our parents aware of upcoming opportunities. We publish information that directly supports or enhances our grade 6-8 population. Please note that these are not school sponsored events.
Week of December 9 -13
The Christmas Mystery
Come witness one of the longest running pageants in the country. In its 103rd year, this retelling of the Nativity story features Hanover High School seniors (and one alumna), as well as community members. Bring a new unwrapped toy to donate to the Upper Valley Haven and LISTEN. Enjoy the music and community.
Sunday, December 15, 2019 at 4 and 5 p.m. (no late admittance)
in Rollins Chapel on the Dartmouth College campus, Hanover, NH
All Welcome! Free and open to the public
Bring your family, friends and neighbors!
More information on Facebook: Christmas Mystery, Hanover, NH
Holiday Sale to Benefit the Haven
Saturday, December 14th at the Marion Cross School in Norwich from 9:00-3:00.
Come shop local artisans as a part of the 7th year of the '19 Days' initiative. You can support the work of both local artisans and The Upper Valley Haven through holiday shopping. All monies raised for The Haven through this event are subject to matching funds from the Byrne Foundation up to $125k. More information here.
If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Dahlstrom at 802-698-8411, or Ashley Wood at 802-478-1806.
House Feeling Drafty?
Access information to help you save on energy bills, build sustainability, and stay warmer.
Join the Parent Book Club
Join us for a Dresden School District Parent Book Group to discuss Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents This practical, step-by-step guide teaches families how to support children and teens in overcoming anxiety and avoidance. More information here.
Thursday January 16
Thursday January 30
6:30-7:30 PM in the RMS Library
Nutcracker Tickets
Purchase your tickets now for City Center Ballet’s Clara’s Dream – A Nutcracker Story! With sparkling costumes, talented dancers, new choreography and fantastical sets, Tchaikovsky’s holiday favorite comes to life in a 60-minute treat suitable for all ages at the Lebanon Opera House the weekend of December 14 and 15th. Tickets are $10-$38 and may be purchased at: Lebanon Opera House box office For a delicious pre-performance treat, join friends at Clara’s Tea, see LOH website for details. Come enjoy fellow RMS students in the show!
New Holiday Tradition at Northern Stage
With the new year right around the corner, Northern Stage will be having its first-ever First Night Family Celebration on New Year’s Eve. It’s going to be a special night featuring the cast of The Sound of Music, full of sing-a-longs, cocoa and cookies, and a toast to everything our community has accomplished in 2019. There’s nothing better than coming together with friends and family to close out the year. Here’s the information:
December 31, 6:00 PM
The Barrette Center for the Arts
https://northernstage.org/
Please note: This is an event for which tickets must be purchased in advance.
After School Robotics Opportunity
After school robotics groups (1/7/20 - 3/20/20) for students in Grades 3 - 8 are forming including electronics (arduino) and coding (Scratch & Python) Please visit the website for more details and/or to register. Open House on Thursday December 5th. Information at: http://www.stemrobotix.com
Research Opportunities in Virtual Reality
Labs are Dartmouth are looking for middle school students to participate in a behavioral study about visual perception. Using virtual reality, subjects will be asked to complete visual puzzles and tasks. The study lasts for 2 hours, and you will receive $15/hour for your participation. See more information here:
Take Part in other Research at Dartmouth
Drs. Diane Gilbert-Diamond and Jennifer Emond at Dartmouth College are currently recruiting participants for several studies that seek to understand how children and adolescents process information from visual media. Find the flyer with more information here.
Ford Sayre Ski program
General Ski Information
Ski Instruction and Training Programs
For Kids of All Ages
Registration is open and spots are still available!
Alpine, Nordic, Jumping and Recreation
Check us out and register online www.fordsayre.org
Think Snow!
Whaleback Wednesday's are Back!
After-school ski/ride program for beginners-experts
Bus transportation from Ray School and back
Online registration is open!
or email Kristin Olmstead at kristin.olmstead@rayschool.org as she is the Whaleback Coordinator
Girls Hockey
New this year at Hanover Hockey! Want to play hockey or fun or learn to play for the first time without the time and expense of a travel hockey team?
Non-travel Girls House Team at Hanover Hockey!
Two practices a week
AGES 8-14
ANY EXPERIENCE LEVEL WELCOME!