Merrimack At A Glance 2017

Merrimack Merrimack Walkabout

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Trail system offers diverse environments, challenges

Meet Merrimack’s new K9 team

Chamber awards scholarships

Plaza eyed for new development

Changes coming to Town Center

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Welcome to Merrimack!

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n behalf of our members, The Merrimack Chamber of Commerce is proud to showcase our community through the pages of this beautiful publication.

Whether you live, work, shop or play here, you will find that Merrimack offers many diverse opportunities.

Our vibrant community has something for every taste. Bargain hunters flock to the Merrimack Premium Outlet Mall and the many shops located throughout our town, hungry diners indulge at one of our many local restaurants, breweries, farm stands and cafes, while active residents and visitors alike lose themselves in the lush parks and meandering trail systems that weave through Merrimack’s borders.

Merrimack also boasts a thriving business environment. Our population swells during the day, as industry giants such as Fidelity Investments, BAE Systems, as well as health care providers and manufacturers have chosen to call this town home.

This community guide/membership directory comes to you with the compliments and best wishes of the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce and our sustaining sponsors: BAE Systems, Eversource,

Franklin Savings Bank, Fidelity Investments, Southern New Hampshire Medical Center’s Immediate Care, and Nathan Griffith General Contracting and Building.

Read and learn about what’s exciting, what’s new, what’s changing and how the town is improving through the hard work of its leaders, residents and business people. We hope you visit the businesses listed here, as their commitment to this community is vital to its success.

Above all, we hope that you will use this publication as a guide to explore all that Merrimack offers. Visit, shop, dine, play, but most of all, enjoy Merrimack!

Visit us at www.merrimackchamber.org.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

A Merrimack Walkabout

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Town’s trail system offers diverse environments, challenges

Merrimack, meet Dallas

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Police Department bolsters roster with new K9 team

Changes coming to Town Center

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Committee’s plans get a boost

Long-emply plaza eyed for new development 24 Walking to a win 22

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Chamber awards scholarships

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ABOUT THE AREA FRIENDLY FAMILY FARMS PARKS & RECREATION THINGS TO DO COMMUNITY EVENTS CHAMBER MEMBERS

On the cover: Matt Caron and Colby Smith enjoy mountain biking through Merrimack’s extensive trail system. (Photo by Kendal J. Bush Photography)

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ABOUT THE AREA

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Getting to know Greater Merrimack Come discover a tight-knit community at the center of the modern global economy and small-town New England history

The Community Southern New Hampshire is home to Merrimack — a community with a unique combination of economic opportunity, natural beauty and the sort of small-town charm that attracts growing families, enthusiastic young professionals and wide-eyed visitors from across the country. In Merrimack, picturesque parks, pristine waters and stunning forest vistas are at your fingertips, as are the professional opportunities made possible by a rapidly growing community that’s adapted on the fly to thrive as a part of the evolving, expanding regional and global economies. Merrimack is home to a flourishing group of technology companies, a colorful roster of restaurants serving deliciously varied cuisine, and the sort of effortless natural beauty that keeps visitors returning annually and residents here for a lifetime. Come discover what’s here!

The History The town of Merrimack, in southern New Hampshire’s Hillsborough County, was created on April 2nd, 1746, when Governor Benning Wentworth signed a charter establishing the land from Pennichuck Brook

to the Souhegan River as the Town of Merrymac.

Less than 50 families lived here then, and Pawtucket, Nashuaway and Penacook Indians camped along the banks of the Merrimack and Souhegan Rivers. In the beginning, there were few stores and no schools, and industry consisted of saw and grist mills. Most Merrimack residents were farmers. Since then, the town has undergone an explosion of development and advancement, with population increasing to more than 27,000. Town facilities have seen significant shifts, with new schools and colleges constructed, a one-time volunteer fire department replaced by a full-time force with three fire stations, and the police department expanding and modernizing.

The larger community has seen an evolution, too.

Farms were replaced by developments, apartments and condominiums. Industry came to focus on manufacturers of paper products, furniture and electronics.

The Anheuser-Busch Brewery opened in 1970, including a paddock for the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. Many larger stores and shopping malls, including the Merrimack Premium Outlets, were built along Route 3 and on Route 101A. Merrimack keeps on changing — for the better!

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Surrounding Towns Amherst

Amherst is located on the western edge of the Merrimack Valley and the eastern edge of the Monadnock region. It is close to Manchester, Nashua, and the Manchester-Boston Regional Airport. With a population of approximately 12,000, Amherst is a growing suburban community that has maintained historic and rural characteristics. Many historic buildings are preserved in the center of town, and the Amherst village area is well known for its history and beauty.

Amherst Town Hall 2 Main Street, AMHERST, NH 03031 603-673-6041 • www.amherstnh.gov

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The Area Welcome to Merrimack! The community is perfectly suited to host your family vacation or weekend getaway, and it’s ideally located as a launching pad for short tips to a wide variety of Granite State destinations. From Merrimack you can easily visit Manchester, Boston, or the natural wonders of the Lakes Region and the White Mountains. No matter your final destination, your journey begins here.

Bedford is known as an upscale bedroom community for those commuting to Manchester, Nashua, Concord, and Boston. Recently it has also gained favor as an outstanding location for businesses. The town is home to Legacy Park, a 70-acre facility that includes soccer, softball and baseball fields; cross-country ski trails and warming hut; basketball courts; tennis courts; and a skateboard park.

Bedford Town Offices 24 North AmHERST Road, BEDFORD, NH 03110 603-472-5242 • www.bedfordnh.org

Hollis

The Nashua River flows through the southeast corner of the town out of Pepperell, Mass., and into Nashua. The Nissitissit River flows through the western part of the town. Hollis lies fully within the Merrimack River watershed. Hollis has a number of traditions and celebrations characteristic of old New England towns, including two harvest festivals and the annual “Old Home Days” celebration.

Hollis Town Hall 7 Monument Square, HOLLIS, NH 03049 603-465-2209 • www.hollisnh.org

Driving distance to select cities: Manchester, NH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 miles Boston, MA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 miles Portland, ME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 miles New York City, NY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244 miles Montreal, Quebec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269 miles

Litchfield

Litchfield is a suburban community of more than 8,000 residents with a strong agricultural heritage. The small town is situated near I-293 and the Manchester- Boston Regional Airport, which makes it ideal for residents who commute almost anywhere.

Litchfield Town Offices 2 Liberty Way, LITCHFIELD, NH 03052 603-424-4045 • www.litchfield-nh.gov

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Merrimack Police Department 31 Baboosic Lake Road Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-3774, Emergency: 911 merrimacknh.gov/police-department

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Merrimack Fire and Rescue Department 432 Daniel Webster Highway Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-3690 merrimacknh.gov/fire-and-rescue-department

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Merrimack Public Library 470 Daniel Webster Highway Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-5021 merrimacklibrary.org

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Merrimack Historical Society 520 Boston Post Road Merrimack, NH 03054 603-880-4343 merrimackhistory.org

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John O’Leary Adult Community Center 4 Church Street Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-6306 merrimacknh.gov/parks-and-recreation/ pages/john-oleary-adult-community-center

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Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department 116 Naticook Road Merrimack, NH 03054 603-882-1046 merrimackparksandrec.org

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Currier Orchards 9 Peaslee Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 603-673-9538 Currier Orchards offers a mouth-watering assortment of baked indulgences from pumpkin bread to apple pies, as well as handcrafted pickles, jellies and jams. Just think – we haven’t even mentioned the freshly pressed, delicious apple cider yet.

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Friendly Family Farms There’s a large selection of delectable and delightful goods and produce at your fingertips from the moment you step into Merrimack. You can thank the hardworking local farmers and business owners for that bounty, of course, but it’s a climate that also results from a community that has embraced and supported small local family farms like few others in the state. Throughout the year, excited residents of all ages flock to farmer’s markets and pick-your-own orchards. After one look at what the Greater Merrimack region has to offer – from a country gift shop to honey to crisp freshly harvested vegetables – we’re sure you’ll be on your way too.

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Depot Farm Stand & Gift Shop 668 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054 603-429-0507; www.depotfarm.com Depot Farm Stand & Gift Shop feels like the quintessential New Hampshire family farm and business. It’s been a fixture in Merrimack for over three decades, providing the community with locally grown vegetables, fruits and herbs, as well as an extensive selection of home-gardening basics. Don’t forget to stop by the country gift shop before you leave – there are all kinds of local gifts and treats available for purchase.

Hillside Apiaries 31 Hillside Terrace, Merrimack, NH 03054 603-429-0808; www.hillsidebees.com Merrimack’s home for honeybees has become a local institution; it’s the go-to destination for anything related to bees or beekeeping, and it’s known for a wide selection of gourmet sweet treats and honey-based skin care products. Don’t forget the main attraction – good, old-fashioned bottles of delicious, golden honey.

Labore Farms 37 Meetinghouse Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-3210 Between July and October, the Labore family operates an inviting roadside farm stand, stocked with fresh produce and blooming flowers. Your only problem will be deciding what to bring home – golden sweet corn, zucchini, peppers, green beans, cucumbers, pumpkins and on, and on. It is, we think, a rather grand problem to have.

Lastowka’s Maple Gate Farm 183 Amherst Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-4742 No tour of Merrimack’s natural splendor is complete without a stop at the only vineyard in town. Visit Maple Gate Farm for the sights – as well as the pick-your-own blueberries and the selection of crisp apples, juicy peaches and pears, and sweet grapes.

Merrimack Farmers’ Market 515 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054 603-424-2331; merrimackfarmersmarket@gmail.com There’s no better way to enjoy a summer afternoon than at a local farmer’s market, with the sun on your shoulders and a vast selection of fresh, delicious, handcrafted goods and produce at your fingertips.

The Merrimack Farmer’s Market has been in operation since 2009, running on Wednesday afternoons from the beginning of June all the way until September’s end. Between 3:30 and 6:30 PM, visit The Commons Shopping Center to see just what the region’s finest farmers and bakers have in store.

PARKS & RECREATION

Merrimack’s Parks There are few places in the country that offer the natural splendor of New Hampshire communities, and greater Merrimack is no exception. A treasured network of pristine parks and sparkling waterways has long been among the reasons residents and first-time visitors alike are drawn to the region. We’d suggest you spend a sunny afternoon or two relaxing comfortably and exploring a little of what’s waiting in Merrimack’s great outdoors. For more information, contact the Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department at 603-882-1046.

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The Heritage Trail 6 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 Take a scenic journey of geologic, prehistoric and historic sites in Merrimack with the Village Loop of the Merrimack Heritage Trail. Begin the Village Loop trail at the Town Hall, and follow it up Baboosic Lake Road.

At the end of Currier Road is the entrance to an 80-acre conservation area. Follow the trail along the river to the breathtaking series of three waterfalls called Wildcat Falls.

Horse Hill Nature Preserve 184 Amherst Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 At 563 acres, Horse Hill is the largest preserved open space property in the town of Merrimack and features a wide range of opportunities for both passive and active recreation as well as diverse habitats for plants and wildlife. Horse Hill Nature Preserve is primarily comprised of beautiful mixed hardwood forest, but also offers two 400-foot hills and nearly 60 acres of ponds, streams and other wetlands. Old logging roads form the basis of a trail network now frequented by hikers, bikers, hunters, snowmobilers and horseback riders.

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Twin Bridge Park 487 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054 Merrimack’s past and present pleasantly share space at Twin Bridge Park. Massive stones secure the titular historic bridges, which were once used by colonial Merrimack residents. Other highlights include trails alongside the scenic, pristine Baboosic Brook, as well as the newly updated Kids Kove Playground.

on the Norma French Memorial Playground. The Zyla picnic area, located by the waterfront, is also available to rent for special events.

Watson Park 441 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH 03054 Cherished, longtime residents, Harold and Barbara Watson donated Watson Park to their community, and now its sandy beaches and picturesque expanses of grass attract visitors from across the state and beyond.

The Greater Merrimack community has continued to make contributions over the years to refresh the park and keep it inviting and enjoyable for residents and visitors.

Veterans Memorial Park 155 Camp Sargent Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 Veterans Memorial Park pays its respects to national heroes and the national pastime alike. The pastime gets its due through numerous baseball fields where family and friends can swing for the fences; the heroes, Weston Park meanwhile, are honored by a memorial to America’s 49 Turkey Hill Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 veterans visible as visitors enter the park.

Weston Park is equal parts history and natural beauty.

There’s an old meeting house and a cemetery, as well Wasserman Park as the foundation of the former Turkey Hill Road cov116 Naticook Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 Take your pick of outdoor pastimes at Wasserman Park; ered bridge. Visitors can also tour flora like American there’s swimming, fishing, tennis, basketball, and ball Hornbeam trees, wild flowers and lichens, or go fishing, boating, picnicking or sledding. fields, and the kids can play to their hearts’ content www.merrimackchamber.org

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THINGS TO DO

Cultural and Performing Arts Venues Enjoy the exciting entertainment options nearby – there’s something for every member of the family.

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Aviation Museum of NH 27 Navigator Road, Londonderry, NH 603-669-4820 www.nhahs.org

Hampton Beach Casino Ballroom 169 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach, NH 603-929-4100 www.casinoballroom.com

Bank of New Hampshire Pavillion at Meadowbrook 72 Meadowbrook Lane, Gilford, NH 603-293-4700 www.banknhpavilion.com

Millyard Museum 200 Bedford Street, Manchester, NH 603-622-7531 www.manchesterhistoric.org/ millyard-museum

Capitol Center for the Arts 44 S. Main Street, Concord, NH 603-225-1111 www.ccanh.com

Palace Theatre 80 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH 603-668-5588 www.palacetheatre.org

Currier Museum of Art 150 Ash Street, Manchester, NH 603-669-6144 www.currier.org

Symphony NH 6 Church Street, Nashua, NH 603-595-9156 www.symphonynh.org SNHU Arena 555 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 603-644-5000 www.snhuarena.com

SEE Science Center 200 Bedford Street, Manchester, NH 603-669-0400, www.see-sciencecenter.org

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Attend a Local Sporting Event Manchester Monarchs ECHL Team Affiliate of LA Kings SNHU Arena 555 Elm Street, Manchester, NH 603-626-7825 www.manchestermonarchs.com

New Hampshire Fisher Cats Eastern League AA Baseball Team Northeast Delta Dental Stadium 1 Line Drive, Manchester, NH 603-641-2005 www.nhfishercats.com

Nashua Silver Knights – Futures Collegiate Baseball League Team Holman Stadium, 67 Amherst Street, Nashua, NH 603-718-8883, www.nashuasilverknights.com

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A Year in Merrimack S UM M ER NASHUA ROTARY WEST ROCK’N RIBFEST Enjoy some of the best barbecue in the world with a variety of music and entertainment at this annual favorite. This is one of New England’s premier family events — and it takes place on Father’s Day weekend on the pristine grounds of the AnheuserBusch Brewery in Merrimack. All funds raised go to support area non-profit organizations. www.ribfestnh.org

FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES From early June through the end of August, the free concerts include a diverse selection of local and regional artists and performance groups.

Shows are held at the Abbie Griffin Memorial Park Bandstand, adjacent to Town Hall, every Wednesday evening beginning at 6 p.m. This year, artists range from Nashville recording artist Mychael David and Ron Eskine’s Neil Diamond tribute show to Annie and the Orphans and the Sixties Invasion. www.merrimackparksandrec.org/ summer-concerts.html

JULY 4TH FAMILY FUN DAY — ROTARY CLUB OF MERRIMACK

No matter what time of year you make your visit to our community, you’ll never be lacking in ways to get your next intoxicating slice of life in the Greater Merrimack region. There are places to go and things to experience throughout the seasons – from celebratory summertime fireworks to winter carnivals amidst the falling snow, and from the promise of spring’s bloom to the picturesque display of fall foliage. Gatherings are often facilitated by members of the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce, town entities such as the Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department, and local civic groups and businesses.

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This popular community event features a day-long celebration of our nation and includes games, entertainment, contests, food, and fireworks. The festivities begin with a pancake breakfast at Merrimack High School. The Parade gets underway at 1 p.m. starting at the Commons Shopping Plaza and winding along the Daniel Webster Highway, up Baboosic Lake Road and down O’Gara Drive to the high school. Expect a colorful, fun array of floats featuring marching bands, military vehicles, dance troupes, comics and business representatives. The family games and entertainment lasts far into the evening, with a rousing fireworks show capping off the celebration at dusk. www.merrimack4th.com

FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK Spread out on the grass of Abbie Griffin Park and catch a family-friendly movie under the stars. This season’s films include “Trolls,” on Friday, July 7 at 8:45 p.m.; “Moana,” on Tuesday, Aug. 1 (also Merrimack Police Dept.’s National Night Out Event). Arrive at 6:30 p.m. for a demonstration on what the Merrimack Police Dept. does for the town and stay for the movie at 8:30 p.m.; and “Sing” on Friday Aug. 25 at 7:45 p.m. www.merrimackparksandrec.org/events.html

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The Town of Merrimack partners with businesses and civic organizations to host the annual Merrimack Fall Festival/Business Expo at the Town Center. Admission is free and is open to everyone.

More than 100 businesses, organizations and crafters showcase what Merrimack and surrounding communities have to offer as they sell their goods, demonstrate their products, and, of course, enjoy delicious food from Merrimack restaurants. Other fun events include live music, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, K-9 demonstrations, robotic demonstrations, fire department demonstrations and Taser demonstrations. www.merrimackexpo.com

ERICA’S 5K RUN/WALK TO STRIKE BACK AGAINST CANCER Erica’s 5K Run/Walk is a family-friendly event held in the heart of Merrimack. All ages are welcome to join us as we honor Erica’s fight, to remember those we have lost to cancer and celebrate our survivors. www.ericasrun.com

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Crowds line the streets of Merrimack for this annual Holiday Parade held the first Sunday in December, hosted by the Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department and the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce. Enjoy the sights and sounds of holiday cheer as the parade marches from the Merrimack Commons Shopping Plaza to Abbie Griffin Park for the Tree Lighting Ceremony.

MERRIMACK’S WINTER CARNIVAL Enjoy this celebration of winter in New England, which features free activities like the Ice Fishing Derby sponsored by the Lions Club, snowmobile rides sponsored by the Sno-Buds Snowmobile Club, snow art sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Committee and much more. Enjoy a day of free family activities including snowman building, snow art, arts and crafts and lots of outdoor winter fun.

Inside the function hall, local nonprofit organizations will offer a variety of delicious snacks and refreshments with proceeds benefiting their organization.

The Carnival is hosted by the Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department at Wasserman Park on the last Saturday in February from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.

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ANNUAL EASTER EGG HUNT Held on the Saturday morning the week before Easter, the Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department and Merrimack Friends and Families collaborate to host the annual Easter Egg Hunt at Wasserman Park, which features games, prizes, raffles, and family fun.

MERRIMACK POLICE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE This open house has something for all ages. Food and beverages are available while family and friends view demonstrations and there is endless entertainment for the kids, including: police K-9 demonstration, a balloon artist, face painting, and more. This is an opportunity to come see your police department and learn about all they have to offer. www.merrimacknh.gov/police

CLYDESDALE CAMERA DAY From 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month from January through December, smile and say cheese with the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales. Stay for a free tour of the AnheuserBusch Brewery and, if you’re 21 or older, enjoy tasty samples in the Hospitality Room. www.budweisertours.com

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t’s an early Wednesday evening, and Matt Caron is maneuvering his mountain bike along a winding, rolling trail through the Horse Hill Nature Preserve — something he can be found doing most days, rain or shine.

It’s part of a routine that Caron, a member of the Merrimack Conservation Commission and the town’s Trail Builder, began years ago.

“I started riding my bike and walking my dog in the Horse Hill Nature Preserve shortly after I moved to town,” says Caron, who found himself drawn to the natural surroundings. “It’s a very big piece of open space. Shortly after going out there a number of times, I knew that I wanted to get involved to improve the trail system, because the trails were good but there was so much space. With 560-something acres, there was just space for more trails and better trails.”

From winding pathways that twist circuitously through wooded forests to rolling trails that skirt brooks and ponds, the trail system that weaves through Merrimack offers a plentiful and diverse natural outlet for anyone hoping to immerse themselves

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into the meticulously curated surroundings. Trail runners, hikers, bikers, cross country skiers and snowshoers have discovered the beauty of Merrimack’s natural treasures. And it all springs from a group of enthusiasts who keep the town’s trails in excellent condition.

“When I started going out there, there were probably seven miles of trails,” he says. “We started working on and adding trails and improving the trails that were there, and now there are about 14 miles of trails out there. There’s another area where the town purchased a bit more land on Greens Pond Road, so now there’s another place that’s got another 6-7 miles of trails at Wasserman Park.”

As Merrimack’s trail system grew more robust, increasing numbers of people took to the woods for a variety of reasons. Initially, Horse Hill saw more hikers, dog walkers and people taking part in geocaching — hunting for and finding hidden objects by using GPS coordinates found on a website. (“There’s a lot of geocache hidden in Horse Hill and now in Wasserman Park,” Caron says.)

The effort, according to the seven-year member of the Conservation Commission, has been worth it.

“All of the trail systems get a lot of use, and I think now people don’t feel that they have to go to the White Mountains to get some hiking in,” Caron says. “The trails are getting a lot more use than they did when I first started using them 10 years ago. You could go out there and you could be alone and not see another person. Now, it’s rare to be out there and not see somebody.”

While Caron and the town’s 10-member Conservation Commission oversee the trail system, there is a network of volunteers who get out into the woods to maintain, curate and improve the existing trails.

“There have been a lot of people who put a lot of time into the trail systems,” Caron says. “Each big parcel, like Horse Hill, Grater Woods and Wildcat Falls, they have subcommittees — anywhere between 5-10 people that are the pulse of that trail system. They’re out there doing work, installing signs. Every intersection you come to, there’s a sign post that tells you what trail you’re on and what trail you’ll be entering. On all the parking lots there are kiosks with map boxes where you can grab a map.”

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Pool Party

Exploring the unknown world of Merrimack’s vernal pools A group of students spread out around a small pool of murky water in the woods out behind Merrimack Middle School as Jeff Littleton takes a long step and wades right in. He bends low into the water, fishing around with a small dipping net, before standing and displaying his catch — a small clutch of Fairy Shrimp.

The tiny crustaceans are just one of the many forms of life that take advantage of the vernal pools that dot the Merrimack landscape — this one, in particular just behind the school in Grater Woods.

“Generally, vernal pools are really small — maybe a quarter of an acre, sometimes larger, sometimes smaller, but they’re really important,” Littleton, a principle ecologist at Moosewood Ecological says.

Vernal pools are small bodies of water that provide a necessary habitat for plants and animals — and they’re a perfect chance for Littleton to teach people about the quiet world that thrives, largely unnoticed, in the wooded areas around town.

Littleton conducts Vernal Pool Parties each spring, usually in late April, to help shine a light on these environments.

“It’s all about getting the kids out and learning what vernal pools are,” Littleton says. “They get to take a look at a variety of amphibians, which is

one of the main focuses, and to see this — which is really a complete ecosystem in and of itself.”

Participants often get to see everything from Spotted Salamanders and Jefferson Salamanders to Wood Frogs, Fairy Shrimp and assorted egg masses. A wide variety of plant life also depends on vernal pools to survive — Highblush Blueberry, Winterberry and Mountain Holly, for example — and Littleton has seen animal life ranging from raccoons to Great Blue Herons.

“It’s stuff people don’t normally see,” he says.

“Especially these Mole Salamanders. They move around at night when it rains, they hide under the leaf litter during the day, lay their eggs and then they’re out of there.”

The experience came out of the Conservation Commission’s interest in providing a workshop that gives residents a chance to get outside and enjoy the town’s trail system.

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For more information: www.merrimacknh.gov/conservation-commission www.moosewoodecological.com

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A look at Merrimack’s Trail System Whatever the season, there are options for residents and visitors alike who are looking to connect with nature.

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Horse Hill Nature Preserve 184 Amherst Road

At more than 563 acres of diverse terrain — from gently rolling pathways to a pair of 400-foot elevations — the Horse Hill Nature Preserve is the largest parcel in Merrimack. There are a number of marked trails here, including the 4.41-mile Loop Trail, the Blodgett Hill Summit and the Twister, which is named for its meandering, winding path perfect for mountain bikers.

Parking at the 184 Amherst Road access site and at Watanic Bowmen on Tinker Road; ATV use and target shooting are prohibited; there are no restricted hours of use.

Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, horseback riding, snowmobiling and hunting.

Wildcat Falls Conservation Area The intersection of Currier and Hemlock Roads

A beautiful 87 acres of managed pine and hardwood forests, the Wildcat Falls Conservation Area abuts the Souhegan River.

A standalone section of the trail will take visitors to the Wildcat Falls, for which the area is named. Trails here include the 0.6mile North Loop Trail and the 1.4-mile Falls Loop Trail.

Parking at the Currier Road access site; though swimming at the Falls is not restricted, it is dangerous and not encouraged; motorized vehicles, camping, fires and hunting are not permitted; access is ½ hour before sunrise to ½ hour after sunset.

Hiking, biking, fishing, cross country skiing.

Wasserman Conservation Area 116 Nanticook Road

This 88-acre parcel abuts Greens Pond Road, and includes the Quarry Trail, which crosses Nanticook Road and continues into Horse Hill Nature Preserve. The conservation area includes 900 feet of shoreline along Naticook Lake and Naticook Brook as it flows into Greens Pond.

Parking at Wasserman Park; Motorized vehicles and hunting are not permitted. A 1992 archeological survey found that Native Americans lived in Wasserman Conservation watershed area in the mid-1600s — and maybe as far back as 5,000 years ago.

Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing.

Gilmore Hill Memorial Forest Greens Pond Road

13 acres of forest overlook 10 acres of forest and shrub land near Naticook Brook. In 1997, Constance Heath, Lucille Bernaiche and Bert Hill deeded to the town this parcel of land in memory of their father Bert Gilmore and Rolland Hill for management as conservation land. The donation is marked with a plaque located near the kiosk.

Parking is available at 38 Greens Pond Road near the junction of Greens Pond Brook; the use of any firearms or bows is not permitted; there are no hourly restrictions on this trail system. In the early 1920s into the late 1960s, this parcel and much of the surrounding land was farmland worked by Bert Gilmore and his stepson Rolland Hill.

Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and other motorized vehicles.

Grater Woods Madeline Bennet Drive

This 480-acre parcel contains a diverse offering of environments, including streams, ponds, swamps, wetlands, open space and forests. These habitats are home to a variety of wildlife who call the Grater Woods area home. Grater Woods is made up of several parcels of land, including one owned by the Merrimack School District. The area takes its name from Charles Edwin Grater, who purchased the land known today as the Grater homestead on South Grater Road in the mid-1800s.

Parking is available at the Merrimack Middle School, but it’s not encouraged when school is in session. The use of firearms, bow and arrows, hunting and motorized off road vehicles is prohibited on school district property; target shooting of any kind is prohibited in Grater Woods.

Hiking, biking, hunting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and horseback riding.

“If you’re a Merrimack resident and you’re looking to help out — even though you think your resume might not lean towards the Conservation Commission but you’re interested in being outdoors and seeing more trails and better resources for people — by all means drop us a line or come to our meeting. We meet twice a month on Mondays, typically the first and third Monday.

We’re always looking for folks that are willing to help out.”

– Matt Caron, Merrimack Conservation Commission

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Upgraded maps were recently made available, thanks to a partnership with the Nashua Regional Planning Commission (NRPC). The NRPC took to the town’s nature preserves and conservation parcels with a high-end Trimble GPS unit, walked every single trail and created guide maps that are accurate to within 18 inches.

“It’s ridiculously accurate,” Caron says. “We made sure we did it on clear days right after the leaves fell so we were getting a lot of satellite readings, getting topography — everything.”

The first of the maps, for the Horse Hill Nature Preserve, was approved at a Conservation Committee meeting in March.

Other, new maps will be added throughout the year.

As for what visitors can expect when venturing out into the town’s trails, Caron offers a few tips: The longest continuous trail, at about four and ½ miles, is the Loop Trail at the Horse Hill Nature Preserve. “It’s very wellmarked,” he says. “You can’t get lost on that one. It’s blazed in white and it’s just continuous. From one marker you can look and see the next white marker.”

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The most challenging is also in the Horse Hill Nature Preserve. That’s where hikers will discover Horse Hill Summit and Blodgett Hill Summit. “Blodgett Hill Summit is pretty technical going up,” he says. “There are a lot of rocks and roots. It’s not like climbing Mount Lafayette, where you need gear, but it’s definitely more challenging than some of the other trails.”

For beginners: Try the Gateway and Red Maple trails in Grater Woods. “It makes a big loop, but the elevation barely changes,” he says.

In the end, Caron says residents and visitors shouldn’t hesitate to experience the trail system based on their hiking experience alone. With options ranging from easy to challenging, there is something for everyone.

“I’ve seen people leave the parking lot in flip flops, so don’t be intimidated,” he says. “Some of the trails at each of the properties are flat and wide and not intimidating. However, if you want a trail where there’s something touching your shoulders on each side and you’re climbing up steep hills, there’s that, too.” n

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COMMUNITY SAFETY

Master Patrolman Stephen Wallin with his K9 partner Dallas. (Photos by Wendy Wood)

Merrimack, meet Dallas Police Department bolsters roster with new K9 team

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hen one of the Merrimack Police Department’s newest recruits starts his day, he’ll get out of bed, maybe have some water and then chase the ball around for a little while before breakfast — which is usually a heaping bowl of kibble.

Dallas, a two and a half-year-old German Shepherd who works alongside Master Patrolman Stephen Wallin each day, is the new four-legged half of the department’s K9 team. He replaces the former police dog, Gunny, who started with the town in 2009 and retired this past year. With an opening for both a handler and a dog, Wallin, an eight year veteran of the force, jumped at the chance.

“It’s something I’ve always wanted to do, so when the opening popped up, I automatically put in for it,” he says. “It’s something I’ve wanted to do since I started here. We didn’t have a K9 program when I first started. It started up a couple months later, and that’s when they got Gunny — the first dog.”

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Dallas, a lively sable and black German Shepherd, came to Merrimack through Northeast K9 Unlimited, in Raynham, Mass last fall. He arrived with some basic training, and an impressive pedigree. His grandfather was the K9 for the head trainer for the Boston, Mass., police department, his brother also worked with a Boston handler and is now with the Suffolk County team.

“It runs in the family,” Wallin says of Dallas’ lineage. “He’s got good bloodlines.”

Dallas came to town a little on the small side thanks to a fast metabolism and an active lifestyle, but Wallin and his family, with whom the 61 pound dog lives, have been working to beef him up a little. The handler says the dog is a great fit at home, where he lives with Wallin, his wife, Kristen, three children and a yellow Lab named Riley. “He’s very social.”

“I’ll be outside playing in the snow with him and my yellow lab and they get along very well,” he says.

“He’s a much different dog than when I’m doing a building search and he’s looking for somebody. You can tell — the bark is different. When we’re doing a search, he wants to find somebody.”

That, according to the handler, is Dallas’ specialty.

While the casual observer may envision a police K9 doing bite work or chasing suspects, Wallin says the majority of the work centers around tracking — something he’s particularly good at.

“That’s what he’s best at: tracking, 100 percent,” Wallin says. “When I first purchased him, the person who had him before told me, ‘He will track you home.

His nose is that good.’ His tracking is phenomenal.

I’ve been on numerous training tracks with him and it’s unbelievable what he can find. He’s going to find whoever he’s looking for.”

The value of having a K9 on the department with those particular skills becomes apparent when police respond to Alzheimer’s patients who need to be

located, or when children get lost.

“He’s a great dog, but he’s a locating tool,” Wallin says. “That’s primarily what they’re used for. A lot of people see police K9s and the first thing they talk about is the dog biting somebody. And that’s less than five percent of what we do. He finds items, he tracks people — that’s what he does. And then if needed, he can apprehend people. But that’s a very small amount of what we do. That’s what we do to educate people, because the first thing they might say, is ‘Oh wow, I bet he could bite somebody,’ as opposed to, ‘Oh wow, I wonder what he could find?’ That’s really the amazing part, is not biting somebody, it’s the small items he can find, even when they’re buried in the snow.”

A typical day starts with some morning exercise, and then obedience training when the dog is fed. After that, the team may execute an article search — looking for items such as keys or wallets. The afternoon will consist of even more obedience training, and then running through different situations such as a vehicle bail-out or building searches. Wallin travels to Boston each Friday to training on his own time. It’s a constant, ongoing process, he says.

“It’s a lot of training, especially off-duty, too because it’s every single day,” Wallin says.

“Every 2-3 weeks I try to take one day where we

don’t do anything. I just kind of walk him, let him relax and play ball with him like any dog.”

Yet when it’s time to go to punch-in, Dallas transforms from companion to teammate.

His bark changes, his demeanor changes, and it becomes apparent he’s ready to work.

“They know you better than you know yourself,” he says of the dog’s ability to read a situation. “He can tell if I’m nervous about something. He can definitely tell. You can see a change in his behavior when he knows it’s time to work.”

At the same time, Wallin says the dog fills a number of less formal roles. Children are naturally drawn to him, allowing the team to build relationships with the town’s youngest residents. Then there’s the professional and personal fulfillment of the town’s new crime fighting arrangement.

“I’ve always loved dogs, so it’s always been an interest of mine,” Wallin says. “Though it is much different than having a dog and doing sport training, it is still having a dog and having that relationship and building a bond with them.” n

Get to Know: Dallas Breed: American-born German Shepherd Age: Three years old Coat: Sable and black coat Weight: 61 pounds Specialty: Tracking

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town improvements

Changes coming to Town Center Committee’s plans get a boost

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ong-awaited improvements to the streets, side roads and pathways in the center of Merrimack are beginning to take shape.

The Merrimack Town Center Committee was awarded a Transportation Alternative Program grant of $520,000 late last year — the second such grant in as many years designed to create a walkable town center.

“That’s really the core of a downtown,” Nelson Disco, Chairman of the Town Center Committee and a member of the Merrimack Planning Board says.

The first task, however, was defining the Merrimack town center.

“We’ve always wondered, ‘what’s the town center?

Where’s the center?’,” Disco says. “So the planning board took it upon itself to define it. And it wasn’t easy because there are a lot of good reasons to name some other sections, like Reed’s Ferry and so, on as part of the center, also. We looked at a study that covered this part of the town center and it made a plan for trying to improve it — to make it more like a center.”

The Nashua Regional Planning Commission (NRPC) conducted a study through its integrated services program — iTRaC — which is designed to help communities deal with the challenges of growth in a way that sustains community character and a sense of place. The result: The Merrimack town center is everything east of the turnpike, north of Rite Aid and up to Front Street.

“We’ve got the school, the high school, the town hall, we’ve got churches, we’ve got the library – those things are in the town center, as well as the post office,” Disco says. “It’s all in this area. So the study undertaken by the NRPC, under the iTRaC, identified where pedestrian ways existed, and where they should exist to make it workable. And they came out with a Master Plan.”

Merrimack Town Center Committee Nelson Disco – Chairman Peter Flood – Vice Chairman Jackie Flood – Secretary Bill Wilkes – Full member Bill Cummings – Full member Matt Shevenell – SAU representative Mary Hendricks – Chamber representative Karen Freed – Library Trustees representative Jackie Flood – T.C. representative

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The town has received a grant to build a much-needed sidewalk along Woodbury Street. (Photo by Wendy Wood.)

The next step was to begin to create a more walkable, accessible town center.

“The (Merrimack Town Center) Committee was tasked to go make this happen, but with no money,” Disco says. “We’ve been struggling with this — the no money situation — and we’ve had some successes so far, although it’s slow going.”

The first success was the creation of a sidewalk in front of Watson Park. Then, the town was awarded a federal Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) grant, which allowed the creation of a walking trail from Watson Park along the Souhegan River, reaching up to Merrill’s Marauder’s Bridge. It encompasses a foot bridge that crosses the river, connecting neighborhoods and making a walking path down to the center of town.

“That has been funded and it’s slowly inching its way along — it’s about a three year process,” Disco says. “We’ve had a couple of public hearings where they had to consider alternatives routes.”

A hearing on the Souhegan River Trail, funded by the TAP grant, was held, during which three different routes to arrive at the east end of the trail were presented. The first was a route under the Chamberlain Bridge. The second and third alternatives set a course in northern and southern directions along Daniel Webster Highway and then across by using crossing paths or traffic signals. Resident comments were unanimously in favor of the tunnel.

“The trail will go under Route 3,” Disco says.

“There’s an old sluice way there that fed water to the

mill from the dam pond, and that is about 12 feet wide and it’s a beautiful place for a walking trail.”

The town was awarded a second $520,000 TAP grant late last year to build a sidewalk on Woodbury Street, which runs from McElwain Street to the Daniel Webster Highway.

“It goes up to the high school, and kids walk all along it,” Disco says. “When high school lets out, they come down that road, they walk in the road, and so do the hot rodders who are just so glad to get out of class. So there’s a real issue there.”

The Town Center Committee has planned on a three year timeline for the completion of the project.

The federal grant must be approved by the Governor, the Executive Committee, and then the job must be put out to bid.

“Of course, they’ve got a plate full already, and they’ve had a couple of meetings and they haven’t brought it up yet, but eventually that has to be approved — all of these grants from the federal government have to be approved, so we’re hoping for success there,” Disco says.

In the future, the Town Center Committee has discussed improvements at Abbie Griffin Park that would connect the Town Hall with the nearby network of trails. The plan, according to Disco, is to pursue funding for further improvements.

“Well, yes, we probably will (apply for more grants),” he says. “We’ve got these rolling, and there’s nothing to prevent us from trying again next year for some more.” n

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retail development

Long-empty plaza eyed for new development

(Photo by Wendy Wood

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he long-vacant, 14-acre parcel at 360 Daniel Webster Highway — one time home to a Shaw’s grocery store — may not be idle for much longer.

A plan to breathe new life into the site is underway, and includes new retail tenants, possible dining options and an extensive redevelopment of the entire parcel.

“We are going to deliver more than a cosmetic renovation, it’s truly a complete redevelopment of the structure and site,” says Michael Buckley, a partner with property management and development firm OVP Management, Inc. — the owner-controller of the property.

The space, informally referred to as the “dead Shaw’s plaza,” has sat empty for some time after the grocery chain moved its operations. Representatives with Hoyle, Tanner and Associates and OVP Management, Inc., met with the Merrimack Planning Board late last year to outline plans for the site.

“They came to us and they said, ‘what do you think of this?’,” Planning Board member Nelson Disco says. “They gave us some great pictures and everybody said, ‘yeah, yeah, go do it.’”

The conceptual plans provided to the board indicated that the developers hope to modernize the property by adding a variety of elements.

“They talked about redoing the whole facade,” Disco says. “Making it more modern with two addi-

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tional pads, and we said, ‘no problem.’ There’s plenty of parking there, we’ve never had a problem with that, so we gave them the green light.”

Buckley says changes will include a resurfaced parking lot, new sidewalks and outdoor spaces, new storefronts and facades, refurbished and added signage and common areas, among other things, designed at creating a new feel and providing new opportunities for both residents and the many people who work in town during the day.

“It’s an excellent plan to create lifestyle, community-oriented shopping, with open green space conducive to foot traffic and patio spaces,” he says.

“We can really turn this thing around from a dull and standard big parking field with a strip mall, to a mini version of Legacy Place in Dedham (Massachusetts).”

Legacy Place is an outdoor shopping and dining destination with more than 75 retail shops, restaurants and entertainment venues.

The town’s response has been positive.

“It was important that we had a preliminary meeting with the town Planning Board,” Buckley says.

“They’ve been incredibly supportive of the product we’re looking to put into place, fully recognizing the challenge to bring about the transformation of the site, knowing the risk involved and that we’re fully committed to making it happen. They’ve been nothing but supportive while at the same time expressing clearly the needs of the community.”

Because nearby cities like Nashua and Manchester have become a strong draw for retail businesses, potential tenants at the site — temporarily going by the name “Merrimack Plaza” — will need things such as prominent signage, lighting, access and parking.

“If we’re going to bring tenants to the site and drive meaningful traffic that adds value to the community, we also have to put the product in line for those tenants,” Buckley says. “The planning board has recognized that tenants will only consider the site if we can deliver those selling points.”

OVP Management, which developed and manages the Settler’s Green Outlet Village in North Conway, has identified a number of possible tenants, including “nationally-branded, high quality” retailers such as a dollar store concept, a fitness club, hardware and appliance retailers, hair salons and interest from restaurants serving food ranging from wood-fired pizza and brew pubs to Asian cuisine. By late winter this year, the management team had roughly 50 percent of the space under letter-of-intent, or were in negotiation with potential tenants, which was enough for the project to continue moving forward.

“We’re delivering best-in-class product for Merrimack, but also focused on best-in-class tenancy for the community,” Buckley says. “We’re going to bring online unique offerings, entailing things that cannot be digitized. We want to drive meaningful foot traffic

— food, appliances, hardware, fitness concepts, grocery, and haircuts — things you can never go online and replace. We’re looking at places where people can hang out and enjoy while getting 5-6 shopping and lifestyle chores done in one place.”

The elephant in the room, as Buckley describes it, is deciding which grocery outlet will anchor the space.

“Shaw’s has had a grip on the town for years, and we believe with Merrimack’s higher median household incomes, the strong concentration of population and strong daytime employment numbers, this community is looking for a higher quality, more wholesome offering that can come in

and compete with Shaw’s. We continually hear from the community resounding support for an incoming grocery component,” he says.

OVP has also teamed with Cambridge, Mass.based architects Prellwitz Chilinski Associates and the MEG Companies, of Londonderry, a commercial and residential real estate agency, broker, management and consulting firm.

Construction on the project at Merrimack Plaza is expected to begin this summer, with the goal of opening to tenants in 2018, which, according to town officials, is welcome news.

“I think everyone will be interested to hear about this,” Disco says. n

Above, an artist’s rendering of how the redeveloped plaza may look –— a complete transformation from the existing site, shown at left.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Walking to a win Chamber awards scholarships to models, members

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n the surface, the annual Spring Into Chic Fashion Show and Expo may look like an exciting, glamorous event bringing together students, local businesses and notable residents during a glitzy night celebrating dazzling couture.

A closer look, however, reveals that the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce, organizer of the annual event, is actually sowing the seeds of a brighter future as models strut down the runway.

The Spring Into Chic Fashion Show and Expo is one of two scholarship-driven events during the year that are designed to provide a way for the Chamber to help some of the town’s younger residents realize their dreams.

Participation, and the scholarship, is open to any Merrimack High School junior or senior student. Participating students submit a brief bio that showcases their personality and details hobbies, activities, where they’re planning to go to college, and what they’re planning to study.

Student biographies are included in the event booklet, in the middle of the program booklet which doubles as a ballot. Audi-

Strut the catwalk Any Merrimack High School student interested in being a part of the annual Spring Into Chic Fashion Show can apply by emailing a picture of themselves, along with a short bio, to info@merrimackchamber.org. The bio should include: • Student name and contact info • Hobbies and interests • Merrimack High School clubs and sports • Community involvement • College choices and intended major • Something unique about the student Junior or senior students will be chosen from those who apply. These eight students will model prom/formal wear during the Fashion Show. The audience will vote on the winner based on achievements and personality.

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ence members vote on ‘their favorite student’ to win. Then the committee members tally the votes.

At the end of the night, a winner is announced and awarded a $500 scholarship from the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce.

The event itself is a two-hour fashion showcase featuring a variety of clothing, shoes, and accessories for the 2017 spring and summer seasons.

This year’s show, held at the Courtyard Marriott in Nashua, attracted more than 200 attendees who got a chance to view collections on the catwalk from designer stores at the Merrimack Premium Outlets and David’s Bridal, among other participating businesses.

Students model prom-wear, and past notable guests such as Merrimack Police Chief Mark Doyle and Capt. Denise Roy, School Superintendent Marge Chiafery and Town Council Chair Nancy Harrington have modeled everything from casual clothing from Vineyard Vines to more formal attire.

“We are happy to announce that the Spring into Chic Fashion Show is scheduled for April 12, 2018 at the Event Center, Courtyard Marriott, in Nashua,” Merrimack Chamber of Commerce President Melissa Ballard Sullivan said. “We hope to engage juniors and seniors in not only modeling, but in assisting us with the planning and presentation of the 2018 show. We would like to provide students with the opportunity to model and to learn other skills needed to plan a successful event such as marketing, public relations, and project management.”

Any Merrimack High School student interested in taking part in the Spring into Chic Fashion Show and Expo can apply by emailing a picture of themselves, along with a short bio, to info@merrimackchamber.org. Additional scholarships sponsored by the Merrimack Chamber of Commerce are presented to high school students who either work for a Chamber member or who are dependents of people who work for Chamber members.

Deciding factors also include academics, volunteerism, community involvement and extracurricular activities. The Chamber typically awards three scholarships. The Merrimack Chamber of Commerce has awarded more than $40,000 in scholarships to date. n Opposite page, clockwise from top left: Police Chief Mark Doyle models for Bloomingdales.

Brittney Wigdorski, a Merrimack High School senior and winner of the Spring Into Chic scholarship, models for Brittany’s Boutique.

Amy Bowker, assistant store manager at Elie Tahari in the Merrimack Premium Outlets walks the runway.

Scholarship award winner David Vaccaro, a Merrimack High School senior, models for George’s Apparel.

(Photos by Scot Langdon / Long Hill Photography)

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