Organizations, Clubs and Religious Groups

Above the Notch Humane Society
Tambra Gearhart
PO Box 456, Littleton,NH  03561
603-444-5003
atnhs.email@gmail.com

Established in March of 2001, ATNHS is a no-killhumane society for Littleton and surrounding towns, that seeks to provide ssistance To needy animals with food, shelter, socialization and veterinary care, to provide the community with regular obedience classes, adoption support, education on animal care and promotion of a spay/neuter program, and to support the programs of other area animal shelters and rescue leagues as well as well as assisting with their needs. 
Dogs are located at:
Littleton Pet Center & Kennel
1985 St. Johnsbury Road
Littleton, NH  03561

Alumni Hall Cultural Center
75 Court Street, PO Box 125, Haverhill, NH  03765
603-989-5500
info@alumnihall.org
 
Alumni Hall has a rich and diverse history. In the 19th century it served as the Grafton County Courthouse and in the 20th century, served as the auditorium and gymnasium for the Haverhill Academy. After the closing of the Academy, Alumni Hall remained empty until members of the Haverhill community came together to preserve and revitalized the building. In May of 2005, Alumni Hall underwent its transformation as a cultural center and became a place where art, culture and community come together. It is dedicated to fostering and making accessible the fine and performing arts. Programs in the visual arts, music, dance, and theater that feature both regional and nationally recognized artists are held year-round. It is a place to spark the imagination, build community and enrich the lives of people throughout the region.

Ammonoosuc Region Arts Council 
The ARTS Gallery
28 Main Street, Lisbon, NH 03585
603-838-2300
theartsgallery@hotmail.com

Art, fine crafts, classes and workshops. Non-profit artisan cooperative featuring painting, photography, jewelry, basketry, stained glass, fiber arts and pottery, classes and workshops.

Appalachian Mountain Club
PO Box 298, Route 16, Gorham, NH 03581
603-466-2727
lodging@ourdoors.org

Pinkham Notch has been a hub for hiking, climbing, snowshoeing, and skiing on the Presidential Range of the White Mountains since the 1920s. At Joe Dodge Lodge, located at the base of Mount Washington, you'll enjoy comfortable trailside lodging in a spectacular setting.

Appalachian Mountain Club - Greenleaf Hut
Appalachian Mountain Club Huts & Lodges
PO Box 298, Route 16, Gorham, NH 03581
603-466-2727
lodging@ourdoors.org

Steeped in more than 100 years of tradition, the Appalachian Mountain Club's network of mountain huts provides a unique backcountry adventure for novice and experienced hikers alike. Perched at treeline on the shoulder of Mount Lafayette, Greenleaf Hut provides spectacular views of the Franconia Range.

B.P.O.E.1831 - Littleton Elks Lodge
42 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH, 03574
PO Box 65, Littlton, NH  03561
603-444-5744, Fax: 603-444-7194
ELKS1831@myfairpoint.net

The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks (BPOE, often known as the Elks Lodge or simply The Elks) is a fraternal, charitable and service order founded in 1868. It is one of the leading fraternal orders claiming nearly one million men and women members throughout the United States. The Littleton Elk's Lodge #1831 is always busy with lots of functions including community events, fundraisers and special functions. We have something going on for everyone! Our lodge has a Main function hall, (290 capacity), professional kitchen, and catering available. We have a Member's Lounge with 3 TV's and occational functions, as well as a separate function room w/ 3 pool tables,shuffleboard, & dart boards, and a meeting room.  We are set up for weekly bingo with full kitchen availability. There are 3 separate parking lots, RV hookups (with Electricity only) and we accommodate RV parking as well! When you are in the area, or see an event on the calendar, come on in, bring a friend- all are welcome!

Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation
39 Strawberry Hill Road, Bethlehem, NH, 03574
603-869-5465, Winter phones: 516-592-1462 or 202-744-4647
davegoldstone1@gmail.com or martink1937@gmail.com

Since the 1920's, the objective of the Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation has been to maintain a house of Jewish worship to serve the religious, social, cultural, and educational needs of North Country year-round and seasonal residents.

Boys and Girls Club of the North Country
PO Box 111, Littleton NH  03561
2572 Route 302, Lisbon, NH  03585
603-838-5954
sfrydman@bgcnc.net

"The fun, safe, positive place for all the kids of the North Country". Located behind Evergreen Sports on Route 302, BGNC provides after school and summer programs following the mission of Boys and Girls Clubs of America: To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. The office is open daily: 10am - 3pm, the Club is open daily: 3pm - 6pm.

David's House 
461 Mt. Support Road, PO Box 660, Lebanon, NH 03766
603-643-2298
jaye.olmstead@davids-house.org
 
David's House provides a home-away-from-home and support for families with children receiving treatment through Children's Hospital (CHaD) at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Centerin Lebanon, NH. David's House accepts all guests whose ill or injured children are receiving treatment through any department at DHMC. We ask families for a suggested nightly donation of $20, which covers a small percentage of our operating budget; no one is ever turned away due to inability to pay. We are not affiliated with DHMC or CHaD so we receive no funding from them or their affiliates. Our funding and operational costs come in a large part from Donations, Bequest Society, Wish List Items, Special Events and Volunteers all helping us spread the word about the wonderful work we do for families needing to be near their children during such critical times. Please check out our website and the various ways to help.

 Franconia Ski Club
P.O. Box 462, Franconia, NH  03580
603-444-6228 - Fax: 603-823-9040
Trevor@franconiaskiclub.com  

Founded in 1933, the Franconia Ski Club is one of the oldest ski racing organizations in the United States.  Roland Peabody, FSC's first President, established the club to provide ski recreation and training for local school children. The Mission of the Franconia Ski Club is to impart the joys of skiing and the life-long lessons of healthy competition to the children of its broad and open membership.The club achieves its mission by providing thoughtful, caring and professional instruction in skiing and ski racing and by supporting and sponsoring all levels of NHARA and USSA Junior racing.

Lafayette Lions Club 
PO Box 595, Franconia, NH, 03580
603-823-8106
ldwarden@roadrunner.com

Lafayette Lions Club serves and helps those in need in the Franconia, Sugar Hill, and Easton communities by providing such items as eyeglasses, medical equipment and Holiday food baskets and is very supportive of conservation by taking an active role in revitalizing our community.  Such programs include the 4th of July "Old Home Day" Celebration, Roadside Cleanup and Conservation Programs, Medical Equipment for the Elderly & Homebound, Halloween Celebration on the Dow Strip, and Fall Foliage Bus Tour for Lafayette Center Residents, and a Scholarship Program that is awarded each year to deserving graduates of Profile High School. 

NH National Guard Employer Support
1 Minute Man Way, Concord, NH  03301
603-225-1342
James.goss@us.army.mil 

ESGR is a Department of Defense agency established in 1972. Its mission is to gain and maintain employer support for Guard and Reserve service by recognizing outstanding support, increasing awareness of the law, and resolving conflicts through mediation.

Old Man of the Mountain Legacy Fund
PO Box 375, Concord, NH  03302
603-218-6703
dickham5@myfairpoint.net  

This legacy fund was originally formed to create a lasting legacy to New Hampshire's most famous symbol, the Old man of rhe Mountain.  Updated with a new mission in 2009, the group, in cooperation with Franconia Notch State Park, is working to refresh and renew the "Francomnia Notch Experience" by  helping create new and unique experiences for first time and returning visitors, whether they  seek strenuous activity, leisurely and reflective pursuits or family outings. Stunning stone  works, magnificent views, connected alpine and Notch by-ways and trails, and interactive opportunities in all parts of the Park’s environment will make it a destination to be visited again and again.

St. Matthew's Chapel
PO Box 278, Sugar Hill, NH  03586
603-823-8478
info@stmatthewsnh.org
 
One of the most photographed churches in New England, St. Matthew's is noted for its simple, dignified architecture. An historic Episcopal Chapel,  St. Matthew's Chapel offers summer services in July, August and the first Sunday in September at 10 a.m. All are welcome to attend.  Located on Route 117 at the corner of Birches Road in Sugar Hill, the Chapel is available from May through October for weddings, baptisms, and memorial services, to be celebrated by your own clergyperson. The building may also be rented for other functions such as musical events. For function rental, contact St. Matthew's Chapel, c/o Barbara Serafini, 71 Sunset Hill Road, Sugar Hill, 03586, or call 603-823-5667.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church
77 Clay Street, Littleton, NH  03561
603-444-2593
srlandols@myfairpoint.net
 
This beautiful stone church in Littleton offers Mass on Saturdays at 4:00 pm and two masses on Sundays at 8:00 and 10:30 am St. Rose of Lima also provides a Saturday Mass at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church in the village of Franconia at 6:00 pm to accomodate parishioners of the Franconia Region's villages and the many visitors that come to the area to visit and vacation all four seasons. Our Lady of the Snows Church is located on Main Street Franconia directly left from Exit 38 off I-93 next to the Franconia Town Hall.

Society for the Preservation of NH Forests
The Rocks Estate
4 Christmas Lane Bethlehem NH
603-444-6228
info@therocks.org

Description Located in Bethlehem this historic country estate features educational family programs, spectacular views, trails for hiking, including an historic building trail. A Christmas tree farm, gift shop The estate has been featured in Yankee Magazine, Country Living Magazine, Martha Stewart Living and AAA magazine. Farm of Distinction and Wildlife Viewing.

The White Mountain School
371 West Fram Road
Bethlehem, NH 03574
tori.hallowell@earthlink.net

Set among the beautiful mountains of northern New Hampshire, we are a college preparatory boarding and day school for students in grades 9-12 (and PG). Since our founding in 1886, we have maintained a clear focus on educating each student as an individual.  We believe all students bring unique talents, passions and dreams to our community. It is our job to nurture these individual interests and help students build meaningful lives. As you explore our website, you will see all the elements that comprise our remarkable community.  We were founded in the Episcopal tradition, we are inspired by our mountain setting and we are purposely small. These elements ground our vibrant and accepting community. The White Mountain School remains true to the original focus of New England boarding schools: the development of mind, body and spirit.

Turtle Ridge Foundation
392 Streeter Pond Road, Sugar Hill, NH 03586
603-823-7286
kymillerwhite@hotmail.com

Family foundation supporting healthy, diversity, and sustainability in our local communities. Consistent with his family values of one human being helping another, Olympic Medalist and World Cup Champion, Bode Miller and his family came together in 2005 to establish the Turtle Ridge Foundation. The foundation seeks to provide a voice to people and organizations that empower individuals to solve difficult environmental protection issues and to offer the opportunity for young people to participate in a variety of sports and recreational activities that would not be available to them without our help.

White Mountains Attractions Association
Exit 32, off I-93, Route 112, North Woodstock NH 03262
603-745-8720 - Toll free: 800-346-3687

A favorite vacation destination. Visit our website loaded with dining & lodging, information on hiking, attractions, shopping, golf, scenic drives, events and more! Stop by our Visitor Center for free brochures, and a friendly staff that's always ready with tips on the best things to see and do. The Visitor Center is open 7 days a week year-round.