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Community Calendar Photo Contest Winners Announced

September 25, 2026

Bear with “Do Not Pet the Fluffy Dog” Sign by David LaBar

We are pleased to announce the winners of our annual community photo contest. Photos representing the greater Lakes Region, Mount Washington Valley and Seacoast areas were selected through an anonymous review process conducted by a committee of MVSB employees, Corporators and Board Members.

The winning images will be featured in MVSB’s 2027 Community Calendar. Complimentary wall and tent-style calendars will be available at all branches later this fall while supplies last.

“Our annual photo contest showcases the incredible variety of scenes that define life in New Hampshire, from breathtaking landscapes and native wildlife to cherished traditions and community gatherings. Judging is completely blind, but every few years one of our bank colleagues submits a photo that is selected.  This year, our Communications Manager, Jaron Jenkins had a winning photo.  In addition, this is the first year in several years that each month is represented by a different photographer,” said Cindy Hemeon-Plessner, MVSB Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing & Experience Officer. “This year’s winning photographs capture the beauty and character of the regions we serve in unique and memorable ways. We are grateful to all who shared their talent with us and look forward to featuring these outstanding images in our 2027 Community Calendar.

The winning selections for the 2027 Community Calendar include:

• January: Sunrise on Mount Adams by Andrew Drummond
• February: Deer Couple in the Snow by Kelly Norcross
• March: Maple Sugaring in NH by Robert Kozlow
• April: Keeper of the Flame by Kelly Danner
• May: Bemis Brook Falls in Spring by Jason Kennedy
• June: Buried Treasures by Kathy Diamontopoulos
• July: Dock Life at Dusk by Sophia Lupo
• August: Bear with “Do Not Pet the Fluffy Dogs” Sign by David LaBar
• September: Wolfeboro Bay by John Gisis
• October: Sandwich Fair Ferris Wheel by Jaron Jenkins
• November: Screech Owl by Erin Rojek
• December: A Loved One Visits by Susan Francesco

MVSB accepts submissions to its annual community photo contest each spring between April and June. Information about the contest and featured calendar photos can be found at mvsb.com/annual-community-photo-contest.