The Suncook Senior Center will celebrate its return to Allenstown with an activity demonstration day Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Bone Builders program will provide demonstrations throughout the day. Fun Fitness for Seniors will be available for demonstrations between 12:30 and 2 p.m. Stop in and learn what the senior center has to offer at 8 Whitten St. For more information call Leslie at 485-4254.
The members of the Ladies of St. Anne will meet for a business meeting Tuesday at 1 p.m. in the church,10 School St.
The Knights of Columbus will hold a supper Saturday at 5 p.m. in the St. John the Baptist Parish Hall.
The Allenstown Public Library opened sign-ups for the summer reading program. Drop by and pick up a reading log and event schedule at the circulation desk.
On Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., craft time at the library will feature bubble wands.
Cribbage will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center, 8 Whitten St.
Gentle chair yoga will be Tuesday at 9:30 a.m at the Community Center. Learn breathing techniques that increase flexibility and breathing capacity. The class costs $5. For more information, call 485-4254.
Bone Builders will be Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Community Center. This is a great program, taught by seniors, which helps to build bone strength.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
There will be a yard sale and bake sale at the Andover Congregational Church on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The church is located on Route 11. All proceeds from the sale go to the Grange Hall Restoration Fund; the historic Highland Lake Grange Hall is now owned by the church and needs more than $200,000 in repairs and restoration.
Andover artist Jay Koron is one of the artists featured in “Imagination into Art” at the Wilmot Community Center on Friday and Saturday. The art exhibit and sale will open with a Friday night reception from 5 to 7 p.m.; the reception includes wine and hors d’oeuvres and a $15 per person donation is suggested. The exhibit will continue oSaturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the WCA’s Red Barn, 64 Village Road, Wilmot.
Andover area voters are invited to a reception to meet Mark Connolly, s Democratic candidate for governor, Monday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Barn at the Highland Lake Inn on Maple Street. The event is organized by the Andover Democrats and is the first in a series that will provide area voters with the opportunity to hear from Democrats who are running for local and statewide office and ask them questions. Refreshments will be served.
SUSAN CHASE
735-5135
srfchase@gmail.com
With Avaloch Farm Music Institute in Boscawen, The Second Movement, is offering a free chamber music concert Monday at 7 p.m. at the United Church of Penacook, 21 Merrimack St., Penacook.
On Monday, there will be an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Boscawen Public Library to begin the “On Your Mark, Get Set, Read” summer program. The program is open to all ages. Sign-ups for the program are from 1 to 8 p.m. or online at boscawenpubliclibrary.org. Special events and programs include art lessons, Kid’s Book Club, crafts, teddy bear tea party, a comedy-juggling Show, LEGO building contest and a concert by 4 Shillings Short Music Around the World. Keep track of all you read or listen to or the library programs you attend and earn prizes for every level. When you complete the program, your name will be entered into the grand prize raffle.
If you have a story to share or need help getting started with the one that is in your head, check out the writer’s workshop that will be held Monday at the Boscawen Public Library from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The workshop is directed by author Mel Graykin and offers positive feedback to those interested in telling their stories.
The Boscawen Public Library will discuss The Secrets of a Charmed Life on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. at the library. Copies of the book are available at the library.
MARY ALLARD
753-8576
contact@boscawenlibrary.org
Bow Mills United Methodist Church will hold its annual strawberry festival Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. A blessing of the animals will be at 10:15 a.m. Events will begin at 10:30 a.m. with demonstrations and musical entertainment throughout the day. At 10:30 a.m., the Bow Mills food tent will offer delicious grilled food and plenty of strawberry shortcake. Proceeds will benefit Cross Town Kids Sports Program, which supports ongoing efforts to make sports participation accessible to immigrant and refugee children throughout the Concord area. Call 228-1154 or 224-0884 for more information. Admission is free.
Bow Mills United Methodist Church, 505 South St., will offer a summer spirit camp/vacation Bible school from July 25 to July 29 in the form of a funny musical called “Go, Go Jonah.” Students in first through 12th grades are invited to sing together all week from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (lunch will be provided). Families are invited to join in June 27 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at an open house. Details and registration will be available for the musical at the kickoff event. Free. For more information, call 224-0884.
The Falcons Booster Club golf tournament will be Aug. 12.
JOYCE KIMBALL
bowcomnews@comcast.net
Elkins Public Library will hold its annual potluck dinner meeting Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. Copies of Circling the Sun by Paula McLain are available at the library.
The Summer Reading kickoff will be Thursday at 6:30 p.m. with award-winning children’s musician Steve Blunt.
Canterbury Community Farmers Market will be Wednesday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. next to the Elkins Library. It’s Pollinator Day and music will be by Mike “Dogbone” English. For more information, visit ccfma.net or Facebook.
Canterbury Democrats will meet Thursday to meet the Democratic candidates local districts at the home of Howard Moffett and Lois Scribner at 2 Baptist Road from 7 to 9 p.m. All Democratic candidates for these offices who filed for these offices by the June 10 deadline have been invited. RSVP by June 21 helpful, but not required, either at scribnerlois@gmail.com or 783‑4993.
The Longleash Trio will perform June 28 at 7 p.m. at the Parish House. Longleash performed in Canterbury last summer and have returned for a summer residency at Avaloch Farm Music Institute in Boscawen. The concert is free but donations are welcome for piano tuning.
Canterbury Shaker Village is now open for the summer season. For more information, visit shakers.org.
Donations for the What Not collections and book/multi-media stalls for the Canterbury Fair may be dropped off at The Byre, 112 Southwest Road, through July 16 from 1 to 6 p.m. No large electronics. The fair committee will meet July 13 at 7 p.m. at the Parish House. For more information, call 783-0335 or email canterburyfair@gmail.com.
Fourth of July festivities will be coordinated by Rick Crockford this year. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. next to the library. Bring decorated wagons, bikes, carriages to the center. Flags will be handed out to children. Bring musical instruments. Games will be provided afterwards. Fireworks, weather permitting, in the evening, will be organized by Scott Ruesswick.
Loudon Food Pantry is running it’s 50/50 raffle during June. Tickets may be purchased at LoudonFoodPantry.org or by calling at 30 Chichester Road, Unit D, during office hours. EBT cards may be used at the Canterbury Farmer’s Market for produce. Check with the pantry about how this works.
Ladies bingo will start Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.; doors open at 1:30 p.m. in the town hall. A $10 entrance fee will give 10 cards for 10 games. Prizes to be won. Adults only.
LOIS SCRIBNER
scribnerlois@gmail.com
Lovers of the Chichester Library will meet Monday at 7 p.m. at the library. Hear how you can help with the Down Under Book Store operation and sales.
Turn in your number of hours read during the summer reading program for raffle tickets for wonderful prizes and sign up for a spot for the Mario Kart tournament during the summer reading program on Friday at 7 p.m. F
Make a seagrass basket on June 29 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Space is limited; sign up. Supplies are $11.
The Live and Let Live Farm, 20 Paradise Lane, is a nonprofit, volunteer rehab and rescue sanctuary for animals. Tours are available Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Learn how you can become a part of this organization.
The select board will meet Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at town hall.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
“Bully, Boys. Bully” a presentation by Civil War re-enactor Austin Clark will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the library.
The summer reading program will run Friday to Aug. 5. It will begin with the family kickball game Friday at 6:30 p.m. Sign up and pick up a reading log at the library.
The library’s art project this year is to decorate a hula hoop. All entries are due Friday by 6:30 p.m.
The fire department will hold a chicken barbecue Sunday. Tickets are $10 or $5 for children younger than 12. Pick them up from any firefighter or at the transfer station on Saturdays. For more information, call 774-1616.
Men’s Coffee Chat will meet the first and third Friday of each month from 9 to 10 a.m. They are lively so join in.
NORA LEDUC
774-3141
dtowncrier@gmail.com
Join us on Monday and Tuesday at 6 p.m. for a fun teen dance video competition. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. After the workout there will be pizza on Monday night and subs on Tuesday night. Donations of chips, desserts, etc. are appreciated. Sign up at the circulation desk or call Vickie at 736-9920.
Movie matinees continue Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. with A Life of Music, based on Agathe Von Trapp’s autobiography “Memories Before and After the Sound of Music.”
The family movie will be Zootopia on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. The movie is rated PG and popcorn and drinks will be provided.
Sign up for the summer reading programs starting Monday. Be sure to pick up a book at the circulation desk that explains things planned for this summer.
The select board will meet Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the town offices.
Knitters Club will meet Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Story Time will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. and Thursday at 3:30 p.m.
Infant Program will be Monday at 10 a.m
Swimming lessons will be offered daily July 11 through 22 for children age 5 to 16. Look for more information in the Suncook Valley Sun.
Happy Fathers Day!
TERRY RIEL
c21rielt@metrocast.net
The Fathers Day guest today from 12:45 to 2 p.m. at the Franklin Historical Society will be K. Peddlar Bridges to discuss his latest book project chronicling the history of Bike Week in New Hampshire.
A plant sale will be held Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Franklin Historical Society, 21 Holy Cross Road. Hostas, daylilies, irises and a variety of other perennials will be available at reasonable prices. All proceeds will benefit the society.
“Franklin for a Lifetime: One Year Later,” a review of the past year, will be held Thursday at 5 p.m. with a walking tour of Central Street, followed by the main event at city hall at 6:30 p.m. There will be a presentation of progress thus far and plans for the future. There will be an opportunity for input as well. For more information, visit, franklinnh.org
The Franklin Planning Board will meet Thursday at 7 p.m. in city hall.
The Franklin Lions Club will meet Monday at 5:30 p.m. at the Soda Shoppe. For more information, call Myla Everett at 496-0190.
The Rotary Club will meet at Ralph & Jo’s at noon Tuesday. For more information, call Jule Buker at 934-0411.
The Community Harvest Box Program will offer an opportunity for gardeners to leave extra produce for others to take home and enjoy. Local drop boxes will be at Franklin City Hall weekdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Bessie Rowell Community Center weekdays 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit pphnh.org for more information.
The Franklin Opera House annual meeting will be Friday. Enjoy a social hour from 6:30 to 7 p.m., a report of the past year and plans for the future, followed by a showing of a silent film “Sherlock, Jr.” with Buster Keaton. Visit franklinoperahouse.org or call 934-1901 for more details. This is also the membership drive for the opera house so be sure to join or renew your membership.
All minors are invited to enjoy a free lunch weekdays noon to 12:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church from June 21 through Aug. 6. Lunches are provided by the Franklin Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, call 934-2118.
The Franklin Methodist Church, 88 Franklin St., will host a Day Café from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every day. Good food and fellowship are offered.
Healthy food demos and a pop-up farm stand will be at Bessie Rowell Community Center every Thursday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The program is sponsored by Partnership for Public Health. For more information, call 528-2145.
Franklin Public Library offers, for children and their families, Craft Day every Friday from through Aug.12. A different craft, with materials provided, will be presented with instructions. The program is suitable for all ages and takes place in the Children’s Room.
JUDITH ACKERSON
934-2543
franklintowncrier@gmail.com
The Solstice Sing and Pie Social will take place tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Quaker Meetinghouse, 529 Quaker St., led by members of the Weare Friends Meeting. All ages are welcome, and it is free. For more information, call 995-4311.
On Tuesday at 7 p.m., the Henniker Summer Concert Series will present The Bel Airs: Street Corner Sounds. Imagine those thrilling days of yesteryear – heading off to the drive-in with your best guy or gal in your ’57 Chevy and those great old tunes like “Teenager in Love,” ”The Book of Love” and “Silhouettes.” The free concert will be at the Angela Robinson Bandstand. In case of rain, the program will be in Community Center. For information, visit henniker.org.
Deb Dow of Henniker was was honored with Rotary’s highest award. For many years, she has volunteered in Henniker in many ways. Her husband, daughters, son and parents attended last week as a special surprise. Congratulations on a well-deserved award.
TOM DUNN
dunn.t@comcast.net
Uprooted: Heartache and Hope in New Hampshire, a 30-minute documentary about immigration will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the library. It will be followed by a discussion led by UNH Professor Sara Withers.
Summer’s back and so is the Hillsboro Farmer’s Market every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at Butler Park. Select the cream of the crop from your local farmers, gardeners, bakers and craftspeople.
There will be a yard sale Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 574 Center Road.
The Hillsboro annual Living History event will be Aug. 20 and 21. Visit with Abigail Adams, Molly Pitcher, Annie Oakley, Laura Ingalls Wilder. See period craftsmen and hear music by the second South Carolina String Band. View scenic drives, take a wagon ride, tour history and more. For more information, visit LivingHistoryEventNH.com, email LivingHistoryEvent@gmail.com or call the Hillsboro Chamber office at 464-5858.
NANCY SHEE
nshee71@gmail.com
Celebrate the summer season with the Hopkinton Town Band at the Jane Llewellen Bandstand every Wednesday at 7 p.m. through Aug. 10. In the event of rain, concerts are held at the Maple Street School. The series features a wide range of selections with something for everyone, from marches, show tunes and big band music to standards, novelties, and rock and roll. Other upcoming performances include July 1 at 6:30 p.m. at the Haddad Band Stand in New London and a special concert at Hopkinton’s historic Beech Hill Farm and Ice Cream Barn on July 22 at 7 p.m. For more information, email pertice_c@comcast.net or wojewodajim@gmail.com.
Hashtag Art Studio will hold a summer camp in June from 1 to 5 p.m. for children age 6 to 14. For more information, visit hashtagartstudio.com or facebook.com/hashtagartstudio or call 410-7363.
The Friends of the Hopkinton Town Library will accept book donations through Wednesday for its annual Book Sale on Saturday. It is also looking for volunteers to sort books Tuesday through June 23 and to be cashiers June 25. Sign up at the library.
The Contoocook Farmers Market will return to the Train Depot on Saturday. Join us outside for another season of great food, music, and fun every week, 9 a.m .to noon through October. SNAP/EBT now accepted; crafts on the first Saturday of the month, and a local N.H. fish CSA is available. For more information, visit facebook.com/ContoocookFarmersMarket.
Lunch at the senior center will be held Wednesday at noon. There is a $4 suggested donation.
Dial-a-Ride and Senior Services provides transportation for people 55 or older. Call 746-4357 to arrange a ride or to volunteer.
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
724-3452
kathb123@comcast.net
Loudon Congregational Church will have a joint service at Immanuel Community Church in Concord only on July 3. Other services will continue to be held in Loudon. For more information, call 568-9371.
ALICHA KINGSBURY
798-3143
ammhkingsbury@aol.com
The Pembroke Recreation Department will offer tennis lessons at Pembroke Academy on Mondays and Wednesdays from July 13 through Aug. 3. Rain dates will be Thursdays. Registration forms are at Pembroke Town Hall and due July 11. Juniors (third grade and younger) will be from 4 to 4:45 p.m.; (fourth through eighth grades) 5 to 6 p.m. The cost for a resident is $35; $45 for a non-resident. Adults (14 and older) will be from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. The cost for a resident $35 (high school student), $40 (adults), nonresident $50. For more information, call 848-9677.
The Pembroke and Allenstown Old Home Day Committee is preparing for the Jacob Kipp 3-on-3 Charity Basketball Tournament, which will include two youth tournaments for students in fifth through eighth grades. For more information, call 219-3931.
The Pembroke Recreation Department will present “Concerts in the Park” from 6 to 8 p.m. at Memorial Field. On Saturday, Gerry and the Attrics of Deerfield, a folk rock group sponsored by Continental Paving, will perform. The series is produced by Chris Henderson. Bring blankets and chairs to this free concert and enjoy the music.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
485-3352
taihi@comcast.net
The Suncook Valley Area Lions Club will meet Monday at 6 p.m. at Jitters Cafe.
The library board of trustees will meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
The Dump Run Gang will perform Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the senior center. The concert is free and lunch is served after.
On Wednesday at noon, a cookout at the senior center will kick off summer. Hot dogs, burgers and all the fixings will be served. Call 435-8482 to make your reservation.
The Infant/Toddler Diaper Pantry will be open Tuesday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the First Congregational Church. Young families are given supplemental diapers and wipes. Everyone is welcome. Please use the Chestnut Street entrance.
The Pittsfield Wellness Coalition invites concerned parents, educators, loved ones, friends or anyone affected by opioid addiction to a community event at Grace Capital Church, 55 Barnstead Road, on Friday at 6 p.m. to learn how to help and how to administer Naloxone. Educational resources will be available. For more information, contact pittsfieldrecovery@gmail.com.
Take part in Operation Hat Trick.Team up with the Pittsfield Middle/High School Athletic Department to help New Hampshire veterans in need. Hats are $20 and are on sale at the town hall, police department and PMHS main office.
Pittsfield Middle/High School Athletic Hall of Fame nominations are due by June 30. Visit pittsfieldnhschools.org to obtain a nomination form. Completed forms should be submitted to jaydarrah@pittsfieldnhschools.org.
Old Home Day will be July 23 and a community fair will be held at Dustin Park from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Old Home Day Committee is looking for crafters and community organizations to join the fair. Community organizations can participate for free and the vendor fee is $10. Contact Leslie Vogt at 435-7993 or lesliegvogt@gmail.com.
The annual Cook-Off for Old Home Day will be Whoopie Pies. Find your best recipe and call Andi Riel at 435-6346 to register. Cash prizes will be awarded ($75, $50, $25). Just make your best whoopie pies and drop them off on Sat, July 23 at the 4-H Booth at Dustin Park by 9am.
The Pittsfield Youth Baseball Association is holding a raffle for four front-row seat tickets to the Red Sox vs. Angels game. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20 and can be purchased at Bell Brothers store or by emailing garybedell1@aol.com.
The Pittsfield High School Class of 1966 50th Class Reunion will be held at the First Congregational Church Vestry on July 23 from 3 to 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Please contact Pete Riel at 269-8861 if you can attend or for more information.
The Suncook Valley Friday Night Paddlers will meet each Friday at 6 p.m. for an hour or two of kayaking. Everyone is invited. For more information, visit huffnpuff.info.
The conservation committee will meet Thursday at 7 p.m. at the town hall.
The last day of school for elementary school students is Wednesday and for middle and high school students the last day is Tuesday. Have a fun and safe summer.
Happy anniversary wishes to Roger and Tina Metcalf!
Happy Fathers Day to my fabulous father-in-law, Leon Miller, and to D.R.G., gone but thought about each day.
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com
The town is looking for kids and adults to enter floats in this year’s Old Home Day Parade. This year’s theme for Old Home Day is “1966” to coincide with the historical society’s 50th anniversary. Floats should be themed with something from the 60s, but no float will be turned down. Contact Sami Tucker at 848-8009 if you are interested in entering a float. Cash prizes for first, second and third place.
The Conservation Commission will meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Academy Hall, 9 Old Coach Road.
Currier & Ives Scenic Byway Council meeting will be Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Academy Hall.
School is officially out for the summer.
Happy Fathers Day to all the dads in Salisbury!
KATHIE DOWNES
648-2473
kdownes@tds.net
Meet the veterinarian who wrote the book Practical Handbook of Veterinary Homeopathy on Sunday at 2 p.m. Wendy Jensen will speak on healing our companion animals.
Upcoming performances on the MainStreet Warner Stage will include The Other’ns and the Dobros on July 1 at 6 p.m. For more information, visit facebook.com/warnerstage.
A farmers market will run Tuesdays, June through September from 3 to 6 p.m. in the yard of MainStreet BookEnds. The Warner Area Farmers Market is held Saturdays from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. on the town hall lawn. For more information, call 456-2319.
The Warner Historical Society Barn Sale is open for the season. Regular hours will be Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon and Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m.
NEIL NEVINS
456-3614
info@mainstreetbookends.com
Get your cameras ready! Join the photo contest at Weare’s Old Home Day on Aug. 27, organized by the Weare Historical Society. The theme is Animals in Weare. There are three categories: professional, amateur, youth (under 16 years old). Photos must be submitted by Aug. 15. For details and more information, contact Sue at belangersue@comcast.net.
The Weare Farmers Market will be every Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the middle school gazebo.
KATERI FITTS
kateritek@hotmail.com