🌱 New Cornhole Tournament + Lead Exposure Risks For Bedford Kids

Hi, all! I'm here with your Friday edition of the Bedford Patch newsletter, filled with everything you need to know in Bedford today. In this issue, you'll learn about:

• Sign up for the Cornhole Tournament at Murphy's Carriage House.
• Have your children been tested for lead exposure?
• Power hitter Jacque Harrington of Bedford.

But first, today's weather:

Windy and mild with rain. High: 53 Low: 21.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. If you spent your summer days as a kid tossing bean bags — it may now pay off! The Bedford Rotary Club is hosting its first Cornhole Tournament at Murphy's Taproom Carriage House in Bedford on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 5 p.m. Like a sporting event, it's a "round robin tournament with a single elimination." Play cornhole, help local charities and have fun! Murphy's will have a cash food and bar available. Find out more here: (Bedford Patch)
2. Did you know that Bedford children should be tested for exposure to lead? State health officials warned that during the three years of the pandemic, 5,000 fewer children in the state were tested for lead exposure. Dr. Jonathan Ballard, chief medical officer for the Department of Health and Human Services, said "the threat to children is significant." He noted that "'older homes (and we have many older homes and historic buildings in Bedford) have a significant amount of lead-based paint, and that can cause exposure to children unknowingly." "Even small amounts can lead to serious health problems," he said. Find out more here: (WMUR)
3. A shoutout to Providence College junior Jacque Harrington of Bedford, who "brought power to the lineup" with four hits in a game on Feb. 11 in the Frank Griffin Classic in DeLand, FL. The Providence College women's softball team will travel to Charleston, S. C. for the Buc Up! Tournament on Feb. 17-Feb. 19 in South Carolina. (Providence College Athletics)

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Today in Bedford:

• Leading Ladies, A Comedy by The Majestic Theatre (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Luna is looking for an active home: "Luna has been broken up with more times this week than she cares to admit... 2 year-old Luna is available for adoption and looking for a home with someone who is active and home a lot or who has a lifestyle that can easily accommodate her joining in on their daily activities. Staff says Luna is a sweet girl who is full of so much love and excitement, that she can hardly contain all of it!" See Luna here: (Animal Rescue League of NH via Facebook)
• Activities for little ones: Stop by the Bedford Public Library for Mother Goose Time for ages 0-24 months on Friday, Feb. 17 at 10 a.m. And on Saturday, Feb. 18 at 10:30 a.m. drop in for Pretend Snow Play at the Castle in the Children's Room for ages 3-6 (no registration required). Find out more and register for Mother Goose Time here: (Bedford Public Library)
• Cozy Knit Blanket Workshop: "Create your own cozy blanket at The Canvas Road Show. This is a 3-hour-long workshop and spend your night crafting with friends. Check here for more information and how to purchase tickets."

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— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and media producer. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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