Monthly Archives: May 2013

On the Island

An Art Barn Raising

Star Island benefits from so much volunteer help and that is incredibly evident this spring. Scroll through our Facebook page and you’ll find lots of pictures of volunteers helping out, or numerous projects completed in part or in whole by volunteers. Recently, a group from the All Star 2 Family Conference headed out to Star… Read more >

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Star Island Receives $100,000 Grant from Shelter Rock’s Large Grant Program

With the help of a $100,000 grant from the Large Grant Program of the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Shelter Rock in Manhasset, NY, Star Island continues to make necessary life safety upgrades to its historic buildings and grounds. The bulk of this substantial gift from Shelter Rock funds replacement of the water pump powering Star Island’s… Read more >

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Star Island Seeks Messenger

MESSENGER NEEDED – FUN JOB FOR SOMEONE ON THE GO! Part-time, seasonal work for energetic person with an interest in spending a good amount of time out of doors this summer. The messenger works 20-25 hrs/wk out of our downtown Portsmouth office and is responsible for running errands, loading and unloading freight on boats, and… Read more >

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Deadline Extended for 2013 Star Discounts

As Star Island prepares for the Gosport Regatta and other exciting programs for the 2013 season, the non-profit announces a deadline extension for all discounts. Families new to Star Island are encouraged to register by June 1, 2013 to qualify for Star’s new family discount. This offer can save families over $1,000 by setting a… Read more >

On the Island

Watch and Enjoy the 4th Annual Gosport Regatta

Spectators are welcome to set sail on the morning of Saturday, June 8 aboard the M/V Thomas Laighton to view the fourth annual Gosport Regatta. Organized by Star Island and the Piscataqua Sailing Association, this historic open ocean race allows spectators to sail along with the race from the Piscataqua River to the finish line… Read more >

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Share Your Thoughts – Food Service Survey

Dear Shoaler, We hope you have five minutes to complete the following survey created by the Conference Services Committee in collaboration with Food Service Manager John Bynum and Conference Center Director Justina Maji. CLICK HERE FOR THE SURVEY Whenever our group gets together, dining room food options and service are often a topic of conversation…. Read more >