Capital City's 14th Year at Funfest

Posted by Tony Gilmore

Fourteen years ago Don Miner, the founder of Capital City Rotary Club, thought it might be a good idea to provide the residents of the Merrimack county home with some entertainment one Saturday after Labor day. Don rightly reasoned that the residents would really enjoy some external stimulation in the form of a day's entertainment. He eventually convinced 8 other Rotary clubs in Merrimack county to participate - thus was born FunFest. Don passed away some years ago, but his legacy continues.

On Saturday, September 29th, Capital City provided a "Tribute to the Legendary Crooners" with songmaster Mark Stanzler to the residents of Merrimack County's Gerrish Manor - the assisted living center. The waitstaff from Capital City Rotary consisted of Sommelier Ted VanPatten, the perky Kristina Sharp and maitre d' Tony Gilmore served up trivia, prizes and sparkling cider in champagne glasses. To say the attendees had fun was an understatement. There was toe tapping, a sing-along and even some dancing! The age of the Garrish Manor participants ran from the 70s to one sprightly and mobile gal of 97.

Next March Garrish Manor residents will be moving into their newly constructed facility and I'll bet they can't wait to see us again.