Today, the Saint Theresa Rosebush Society presents “An Afternoon with Jose Duddy” at St. John the Baptist Parish Hall, 10 School St. Dinner will be served at 1 p.m. and the show begins at 2 p.m., tickets are $15 per person. Tickets will not be sold at the door, please call Priscilla at 485-3515 or Melanie at 848-1351 for more information or tickets.
Bone Builders will be held on Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center, 8 Whitten St. This is taught by seniors and is a great program to held with bone strength.
Pastel Drawing Classes with June Marie Garny will be held on Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Suncook Senior Center. The classes are $45 for six-week sessions including material. For more information, call 485-4254.
Pembroke Water Works will be flushing hydrants in Allenstown and Pembroke as well as a portion of Hooksett during the day and at night between 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., Monday through Friday which started Sept. 11 and goes through Friday.
Free singing lessons will be held with the Concord Coachmen expert Dan Allison on Thursday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Parish Hall, downstairs. For more information, call 485-4796.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
The construction and installation of a Verizon cellphone tower on land leased from the town of Andover will be the subject of review and discussion at a public meeting of the planning board on Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Town Office Building meeting room. The land is located near the Andover Transfer Station and material relevant to the proposed lease is available for public review at the town office.
A Piece of the World is the book chosen by the Andover Book Club for discussion at its next meeting on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Bachelder Library, 12 Chase Hill Road in East Andover. Author Christina Baker Kline has written a novel that imagines the story of the woman in Andrew Wyeth’s iconic painting, “Christina’s World,” describing a life played out against the stern Maine landscape that Wyeth often portrayed in his art. Copies of the book are available at the library; for more information call the Bachelder Library at 735-5076.
SUSAN CHASE
735-5135
srfchase@gmail.com
The Boscawen Elementary School PTA is gearing up for the new school year. Their first meeting will be Thursday at 6 p.m. in the school library. Find out what is planned for 2017-18 and share your ideas, too.
Wednesday is Picture Day at the Boscawen Elementary School. Be sure to check your kid’s bags for further information from the school.
Do you have a story in your head that you would like to write and need help getting started? The Writer’s Workshop invites you to their meeting at the Boscawen Public Library, Monday, at 6:30 p.m. Listen to the stories of other budding writers in the group, and get feedback and writing tips from Mel Graykin, facilitator and author.
A flea market will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Boscawen Congregational Community Park. Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips and beverage will be on sale. There will be free entertainment by Doc and Liz. Enjoy a day of shopping, lunch and music. Call Laura at 496-5947 if you would like to reserve a 12-foot by 10-foot space with table for $20.
Tickets for the annual Firefighters Chicken Barebecue are on sale at the town offices or by calling 796-2498 and 848-3494. The barbecue will be held on Oct. 7 starting at 5 p.m. until they are sold out. For $10, the meal consists of half-chicken, baked potato, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, roll, beverage and dessert.
A Two-Day Sheep Workshop for beginners, sponsored by the Merrimack County Extension Office in Boscawen, will be held at the Old Orchard Farm in Madbury on Oct. 6 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Oct. 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Both days include a continental breakfast, and lunch and supper on the first day. The cost is $100 per person and $25 for each additional person from the same farm. Register online or contact Mary West at mary.west@unh.edu or 796-2151.
MARY ALLARD
753-8576
boscawenpl@gmail.com
The Bow/Dunbarton Annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day will be Oct. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a once-a-year collection. It will take place in the Bow Community Center parking lot at the corner of Logging Hill and Knox Roads, and will be set up to safely collect hazardous materials from the residents of Bow and Dunbarton. Brake, transmission and other auto fluids; lawn and pool chemicals; rechargeable and NiCad batteries; drain and oven cleaners; smoke and radon detectors; mercury thermometers and thermostats; pesticides, and driveway sealer are among the variety of materials that should be brought to the collection. All these materials should not be put in the weekly trash due to the contamination of the soil and water table which could result. New this year, cellphones, tablets, iPods, GPS units, etc. will be accepted at no cost. Electronics such as computer components, televisions, land line telephones will be collected with a requisite fee involved. Used motor oil will be collected until the container is full. A limited number of fluorescent lightbulbs and propane tanks will be accepted, first come first served. The following materials can be safely put in the regular trash: latex paint which has been dried in the can and alkaline batteries. If you have questions about what should be brought to the collection, refer to the A-Z Recycling Guide on the Town of Bow website or email the Bow Recycling Committee at bowrecycles@gmail.com.
Parents, are you looking to enjoy some alone time? The Bow Mills United Methodist Church, 505 South St., Bow, invites children and youth to Kids Night In. Children and youth can stay for one hour, or two or three, starting Oct. 13, from 6 to 9 p.m., continuing on the second Friday of each month through May 11. All are welcome whether church participants or not. There is no cost for this fun event. Snacks will be provided along with games and other adventures. To RSVP or for more info call 224-0884 or email info@bowmillsumc.org.
Concord Regional VNA is offering “Powerful Tools for Caregivers,” a six-week program that empowers family caregivers of older adults to take better care of themselves. The program is on Tuesdays beginning Oct. 10 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at Bow Mills United Methodist Church, 505 South St., in Bow. Learn tools to help reduce stress, improve care-giving confidence, establish balance in your life, communicate your needs, make tough decisions, and locate helpful resources. There is no fee to attend this program and space is limited. Registration is required. To register, call Concord Regional VNA at 224-4093 or (800) 924-8620, ext. 5815 or visit crvna.org.
Next Bow Garden Club meeting will be held Oct. 2 at the Old Town Hall. The program will be Dragonflies and Damsels with conservationist Pam Hunt from the N.H. Audubon. At 6 p.m., there will be social time and refreshments. Program begins at 6:30 p.m. This is free and all are welcome. Visit bowgardenclub.org for more information. And start shopping those sales for warm pajamas for kids of all ages as the Bow Garden Club will be initiating their annual “Pajama Project” as of Oct. 1. Collection boxes will be placed around town for residents to deposit new pajamas and books to be distributed locally to children in need in November. Infant to teen sizes are greatly needed and will be much appreciated! Locations of the collection boxes will be announced very soon.
JOYCE KIMBALL
bowcomnews@comcast.net
Elkins Public Library’s regular programs for children, quilters, knitters, book groups, meditation, and so on, are listed at elkinspubliclibrary.org. Young Readers Group will meet Monday at 3:15 p.m. and Teen Advisory Group (TAG) will meet at 6 p.m. for food and discussions. Parents with children over nine years of age who might be coming to the library after school, please drop by to sign in and receive pertinent information.
The 59th Canterbury Fair Wrap Up Meeting will be held Monday at 7 p.m. at the Parish Hall, Thunberg Room. Next year will be the 60th fair! For questions/comments, call Lisa Carlson at 783-0335.
Canterbury Farmers Market gathers each Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the side of the Elkins Library in the Center until Oct. 4. This week will be the annual Zu-Mato celebration! Scavenger hunt for children and music by Paul Luff. See ccfma.net or Facebook page for full schedule.
Last call to sign-up for Canterbury Yoga’s classes that have just resumed this fall with Judy and Nancy on Wednesdays at the parish house. Classes run for 10 weeks from 6:30 to 8 p.m. With any questions, call Judy Egan at 783-9065 or Nancy Jackson-Reno at 995-4338.
Canterbury Historical Society’s exhibit “A Trip Through Time on the Canterbury Railroad” at the Elkins Memorial Building, remains open each Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. Copies of the Canterbury history book, Staying Small in a Century of Growth: Canterbury 1900-2000 by author Kathryn Grover are available at the Country Store, the Elkins Public Library and at Canterbury Shaker Village, at the FOEPL table at farmers markets, and also at the Elkins Memorial Building on Sundays or online canterburyhistory.org. Price is $40 plus $7 for shipping.
Anyone interested in helping with Cub Scout Troop 296 for boys from kindergarten through fifth-grade, contact Rob Basha at 724-3667 or rabasha769@hotmail.com.
Canterbury Shaker Village is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Classes and workshops include: Shaker Chair in a Box, Sunday: The Diaries of Irving Greenwoood, for members only, Wednesday evening, and The A, B, C’s of Letter Press Printing, Sunday. For full details on visits, programs and how to become a member see shakers.org.
Canterbury’s Halloween committee is looking ahead to Oct. 28. Volunteers needed for activities in the center. Contact Laura Crockford at canterburytownemail.com or 540-9877.
LOIS SCRIBNER
scribnerlois@gmail.com
On Monday, the Down Cellar Writer’s Club will meet at the library at 7 p.m. Open to all aspiring adult writers.
The Chichester Photo Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the library on Monday. The photography group has a beautiful 2018 calendar for sale for $20, with all the proceeds going to the food pantry. Stop in and see a sample copy and place your order for “Now and Then” photos of special sites around town as they were and as they are now. If you need further information, contact Barbara Pappas at 798-3420 or Gail Laker-Phelps at 798-5394.
The Charrette Group will meet at 7 p.m. at the historical society on Monday. Stop by and see the beautiful stone wall that has been completed and read the story “Dan the Man” published in the Suncook Valley Sun about working on the “great wall” and all the people it took to complete the project. Now, more volunteers are needed to complete the “green space” and raise funds for the gazebo for the new town center.
On Wednesday, there will be a basket class at 6 p.m. at the library. Sign up is required by phone or in person.
The Garden Club will meet at the library at 7 p.m. on Wednesday.
On Thursday, preschool craft and story hour will be at 10:30 a.m. at the library. Open to all area children. No sign-up required, just come be part of a wonderful interactive group for preschool children.
Cemetery Trustees will meet at 4:30 p.m. at town hall on Thursday.
On Saturday, the CYA golf tournament at Beaver Meadow will be held. It is not too late to sign up to donate a raffle prize or become a sponsor. Contact iberkeley@tds.net or call 496-3056.
The Chichester School Board is looking to fill two to four vacancies on the Voluntary School Budget Advisory Group. Must be a registered voter in Chichester to become a member. Members will attend school board meetings from October to March in order to hear all pertinent details as the budget develops. The group will present their observations, suggestions and recommendations to the school board. To apply or seek further information, contact Heather Chiavaras at hchiavaras@sau53.org or call 798-3482.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
PTO Scholastic Book Fair ends Tuesday.
There will be a Dunbarton School Reunion on Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Dunbarton Community Center on Robert Rogers Road. All former students of all Dunbarton schools are invited to attend. This will be a time to meet your old classmates and reminisce! There will be light refreshments and a program on the “History of Dunbarton Schools” by William Zeller. Call Alison Vallieres at 774-3681 or Bill Nichols at 774-4188 now for more information.
The Dunbarton Historical Society will be hosting a humanities program on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the St. John’s Parish Hall on 270 Stark Highway North. The program will be by Steve Taylor, former agriculture commissioner, on “New Hampshire Roads Taken or Not.” The public is welcome. Call Ted Vallieres at 774-3681 for further information.
The next meeting of the Dunbarton Garden Club will be Oct. 10 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Tom and Karen Cusano, 10 Old Fort Lane. The speaker will present a program on hydroponically-grown medical marijuana. Weather allowing, the program will be presented outside in a tent with a bonfire following. The public is always welcome.
Three homes in Dunbarton that started life as a school, and other homes contain parts of old schoolhouses. All were probably of frame construction and any photos, drawings or descriptions would be appreciated by the Historical Awareness Committee. Bailey School, once located on Robert Rogers Road near the intersection of County Road; Wheeler School, once located on Twist Hill Road near the current power lines; Ray School, once located on Mansion Road, halfway between Alexander and Everett Dam Roads (still standing in 1896; and Stinson School, once located on Gorham Pond Road near the pond. One record indicates it was of brick construction, although that doesn’t seem likely due to cost and manpower issues, even though there was a brick-making operation in that area. Information or questions can be directed to Donna Dunn, chairwoman, Dunbarton Historical Awareness Committee, at 774-4567 or dunncottage@aol.com.
Household Hazardous Waste Day for Dunbarton and Bow will be Oct. 7 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Bow Community Building (intersection of Logging Hill, Bow Center and Knox roads). For more information on materials to bring or not to bring, visit dunbartonnh.org.
NORA LEDUC
774-3141
dtowncrier@gmail.com
Join the Epsom Elks Lodge on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. to help support the Baker Family in their time of need. Spaghetti and meatball dinner complete with salad, bread, drink, dessert and coffee. Raffle tickets for sale and 50/50. All of the event proceeds will go back to the Baker’s. If you have any questions or would like to make a donation, either monetary or in the form of a raffle item, please email Kelly at knericcio@yahoo.com or visit Facebook under the Baker Family Fundraiser page. Thank you in advance for your support. A $5 per person donation suggested at the door.
Epsom Youth Athletic Association will be holding it’s Family Fun Mini Golf Tournament at Chucksters today from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost is only $10 per person and $5 for kids 5 and under. So come up with a team name and sign up to play on our website, eyaasports.net. If you forget to register, no problem, show up that night and you can sign up at 4:30 p.m. right at Chucksters. This fundraiser will be great fun with raffle and prizes.
On Wednesday evening, the Epsom Public library will be hosting Jane Kelly from On the Wing, who is a federal and state licensed rehabilitator, educator, and falconer, specializing in raptors. She will be bringing three birds of prey with her. A little over seven years ago, Kelly found 10 dead barred owls along the shoulder of Route 101. She became an advocate of education and rehabilitation for birds of prey. The program is free and open to the public.
The 1:30 p.m. movie matinee at the Epsom Public Library on Wednesday will be The Lost City of Z, starring Charlie Hunnan. The film tells the incredible true story of British explorer Percy Fawcett who journeys into the Amazon in the 1900’s and finds evidence of an unknown advanced civilization that might have once inhabited the region.
Board of selectmen’s meeting will be held Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the town offices.
The selectmen’s office will not be open on Saturdays starting in November. The town clerk’s office will only be open on the last Saturday of the month, starting in November.
Bone Builders, a strength and balance class for osteoporosis prevention and led by RSVP volunteers, is held at the library every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m. Registration is required, and participants must stop by the library to pick up a participants’ informed release form as well as a medical release statement.
Knitter’s will meet on Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the library.
Story times at the library are: Mondays 10 a.m.; Tuesdays 1:30 p.m.; Thursdays, 3:30 p.m. Children listen to stories, sing songs, and do craft activities.
Lego Club is held Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome!
There’s a new Miss Deerfield Fair program! The new program (no longer part of Miss N.H.) is a scholarship program for high school girls in their senior and junior year from Deerfield or surrounding towns (including Epsom). It will take place on Saturday at the fairgrounds. More than $6,400 in scholarships will be given away. Judging is based on an essay, an interview, talent and poise. More information available at deerfieldfair.com.
Happy birthday to Ben Davis on Wednesday!
TERRY RIEL
c21rielt@metrocast.net
Enjoy breakfast this morning at Meridian Lodge in West Franklin from 8 to 11 a.m. These breakfasts are offered on the second and fourth Sundays of the month. Proceeds from made-to-order breakfasts are used to support the organization’s charitable giving. Indoor yard sale during the Meridian Lodge breakfasts. Several quality furniture items available as well as other items.
A candidate forum will take place Monday at 6 p.m. at Franklin City Hall. Candidates for school board, city council and mayor will answer questions that have been submitted in advance. This is an excellent opportunity to hear from candidates running for offices for the Oct. 3 city elections.
The Franklin Opera House presents the first of a four-part series, Dare to Dream with a showing of 20 Feet from Stardom on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. All seats cost $5. This film spotlights the untold true story of the backup singers behind some of the greatest musical legends of the 21st century: Springsteen, Wonder, Jagger and Sting, to name just a few. Tickets in advance at franklinoperahouse.org or at the box office one hour prior to the showing. Pick up a program guide for the season at many area businesses, city hall or Franklin Public Library.
Tea and Tales will be held Tuesday at The Franklin Studio, 366 Central St. Guest storyteller is Ela Ramsey, aka Pearl Monroe. Open mic at 7:30 p.m. followed by teller.
Line dancing classes at the TRIP Center take place every Monday and Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. Cost is $1 per session. Call 934-4151 or just drop by and watch and/or participate. No experience required to join this fun-loving group.
Yard sale fundraiser for Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry will be Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Thompson Hall, West Franklin. All proceeds benefit the food pantry.
Free blood pressure testing, provided by Franklin VNA at 10: 30 a.m. at the TRIP Center. Stop by or call the center at 934-4151.
Free shredding of documents will be offered by Franklin Savings Bank at the Main Office this Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. There is a limit of three boxes per person. Documents must be free of large clips, three-ring binders and plastic.
Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry is enjoying their new home at 2 Central St., across from Benson Auto. Donations of canned or dry beans, canned pasta, whole grain cereal, soup and canned fruit in 100 percent juice is always needed. Also, plastic grocery bags are most helpful. Pantry hours are 9 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday. If you can be available to volunteer once a month, once a week, or to be on call for special events or needs, please call pantry director, the Rev. Karen Heavey, at 934-2662.
The planning board will meet Wednesday at 7 p.m. at city hall.
The Junior Youth Group of Franklin will meet this Friday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Bessie Rowell Community Center. Contact Karen Darling at 770-1851.
JUDITH ACKERSON
934-2543
franklintowncrier@gmail.com
Want to be an extra in a new community film being produced on the life of deaf educator, rights advocate and lifetime Henniker resident Tom Brown? Then come on down to the Congregational Church of Henniker this morning at 11 a.m. If you have an 1880s costume, wear it, otherwise we’ll take care of you.
Henniker’s Music on Main Street will be this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please “Like” Spirit of Henniker Organizational Team on Facebook to learn more. They’ll be accepting donations for hurricane relief the day of the event and a full listing of items needed can be found on our page.
Delfeayo Marsalis will be in Henniker on Oct. 7 for his fundraising concert that benefits his Uptown Music Theatre in New Orleans, sponsored by the Henniker Peace Committee. The potluck supper will be at the Henniker Grange at 5:30 p.m., followed by the concert at 7 p.m. at the Congregational sanctuary. Tickets are only $10 to see this jazz great, right here in Henniker. A great show! Call the office for tickets at 428-3747.
TOM DUNN
dunn.t@comcast.net
On Wednesday, the Walker Series Concert will be held in Concord featuring Jackie Davidson and Gary Brandt, formerly of the Christy Minstrels, at the Audi stage with Singing Those Good Old Songs Again. Concert is free. Transportation costs $5. Group will be eaving Shaw’s at 6:30 p.m. Call Marie Mogavero at 464-4726.
On Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Fox Forest, 309 Center Road, the Monadnock Herb Society will meet and offer a program on Birds of New Hampshire presented by Diane Deluca of N.H. Audubon Society. Janet Byron will also bring and share her exotic bird. Refreshments provided. All are welcome.
On Thursday, a GHSS Outdoor Picnic will be held at Great Island Common in New Castle. Leaving Shaw’s at 10 a.m. Transportation costs $13. GHSS will provide hamburgers and hot dogs with beverages. Would you/could you contribute a side and/or dessert, call Marie Mogavero at 464-4726.
The Deering Women’s Guild will be opening their Attic Treasure’s Thrift Shop for their monthly sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Folks are down-sizing and swelling the inventory of useful household items in this shop located in the Deering Community Church (Route 149) basement. New things every month! Visit deeringcommuitychurch.org or call 464-5643 for more info.
NANCY SHEE
nshee71@gmail.com
American Artists and WWI with Professor Inez McDermott will be presented Thursday at 7 p.m. at Hopkinton Town Library. Part of the Hopkinton READS initiative. Program is free.
Change for Hope is the middle school fundraiser to help Fannett Middle School in Hamshire, Texas. Donations will go directly to Hamshire. Jars for change are available in the front office of the middle high school. Checks are accepted. Please make them out to HMHS. Fundraiser will be Saturday. For additional information, contact pmoskal@sau66.org.
Senior center information is available at 746-8265 (new phone number). Senior lunch will be at noon on Wednesday. A $4 donation is suggested.
The Contoocook Farmers Market is still going strong, every Saturday at the Depot in Contoocook Village from 9 a.m. to noon. SNAP/EBT is accepted. Music this week by local musicians Tongue & Groove – Dove Tail: “a local, all inclusive, non judgemental, open and affirming group … that seems to focus on upbeat yet depressing songs.” Recently returned from the Breaking Waves Music and Film Festival in Freeport, Nova Scotia!
Hopkinton Lions 5K Road Race and 2.5K Fitness Walk, the 27th annual race, will take place on Oct. 7. It is a certified course and all proceeds benefit the local club’s sight and hearing programs. Registration begins on race day at 9 a.m. Interested runners may download a registration form at hopkintonnhlions.com. For more information, call Ted Story at 746-4347.
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
724-3452
kathb123@comcast.net
Congratulations to Huot Technical Center’s Automotive Technology program for being nominated as a top 20 program in the nation in a contest sponsored by WIX filters. WIX Filters and O’Reilly Auto Parts, partners with Tomorrow’s Tech as title sponsors for the 2017 School of the Year competition with the top 20 schools selected from 370 nominations across 86 schools in the U.S.
On Thursday, Stand Up Laconia Meeting at Huot Technical Center, 26 Dewy St., will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Topic: Identifying and planning activities and educational opportunities for our community to address the problem areas identified in the Youth Risk Behavior Survey.
On Friday, an N.H. College Fair at Laconia High School will take place from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
On Friday, the Laconia High School Homecoming Parade will be at 4:30 p.m.
The Laconia High School Varsity Football Homecoming Game vs. John Stark Regional High School will kick off at 7 p.m. on Friday.
Laconia school board will meet at 7 p.m. on Oct. 3.
There will be no school on Oct. 6 due to a teacher’s workshop.
There will be no school on Oct. 9 due to Columbus Day.
REGINA THEBERGE
rtheberge@laconiaschools.org
A breakfast will be held Oct. 7 from 7 to 10 a.m. at the American Legion Post, South Village Road, hosted by the Loudon Lions Club. Donations gratefully accepted for sight, hearing, and community programs.
Save the date! Please join the Loudon Communications Council (Loudon Ledger) for it’s next meeting on Oct. 23.
Loudon Fire Department’s Annual Harvest Dinner will be Oct. 14 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Loudon Fire Department, 8 Cooper St.
A selectmen meeting will be held Tuesday at 6 p.m.
A public hearing (usually the last meeting NHDOT will hold on the project), on the N.H. Route 106 corridor from Loudon to Canterbury, will be held Oct. 23 at 6:30 p.m. For more info, visit nh.gov/dot/documents/noh-public.pdf.
ALICHA KINGSBURY
798-3143
ammhkingsbury@aol.com
The Friday Night Kayak Group will meet every Friday at 6 p.m. at a different local location for a fun paddling trip. The group is open to everyone. Visit the website huffnpuff.info for more information and location of the next trip and add your name to the email list or call Paul Oman at 435-7199.
The local TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) group meets each Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at Berakah on Fairview Road. For more information, please contact Pat at 435-5333 or Beth at 435-7397.
The Concord Regional VNA is offering an eight-week falls prevention program, “A Matter of Balance,” that helps adults view falls and the fear of falling as controllable, change the environment to reduce fall risk factors, and exercise to increase strength and balance. The program takes place on Tuesdays beginning Oct. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon at Pittsfield Senior Center, 74 Main St., in Pittsfield. There is no fee to attend this program and space is limited. Registration is required. To register, call 224-4093 or (800) 924-8620, ext. 5815 or visit crvna.org.
The Suncook Valley Area Lions Club will meet on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Main Street Grill & Bar.
The Pittsfield Conservation Commission will meet on Thursday at 7 p.m. at town hall.
Congratulations to the 2017 PMHS Athletic Hall of Fame inductees Krista Hast Fitzgerald (student-athlete), Class of 1980 and to Rick Anthony (coach/contributor), Class of 1982. The induction ceremony was held on Sept. 16 at PMHS during the Homecoming celebration.
The South Pittsfield Community Club will hold a Turkey Supper on Oct. 14 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse, 444 Dowboro Road. The cost is $10 for adults and $6 for children (to age 6) under 6 is free. The menu will include turkey with stuffing, gravy, mashed potatoes, cole slaw, rolls/butter, cranberry sauce, squash, drink and homemade pies. All you can eat.
The Read, Meet, Talk Book Club will meet on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. at the Pittsfield Senior Center to discuss Last Bus to Wisdom.
On Oct. 1 at 11 a.m., the Pittsfield community is invited to bring their pets for a “Blessing of the Animals” by the Rev. Dr. Miriam Acevedo, Priest-in-Charge at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Dustin Park, next to the church building. Following the tradition of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals, we will celebrate the special bond we have with our pets and with all animals. All pets must be on lead or in a secure pen or you may bring a picture of the animals you love or one of an endangered species in the wild. Everyone is welcome to attend this outdoor event. Rain date will be Oct. 22.
The Pittsfield American Legion Peterson-Cram Post 75 is looking for at least two individuals that would like to sing the National Anthem for the annual Installation (first Monday in May); Memorial Day; Veterans Day and at other special programs as they occur. If we receive more than two nominees, (duo’s or a small group are welcomed to apply), we will do it by an elimination process where the nominees will have to sing the National Anthem at our post meetings. Requirements: Anyone in PMHS or home school. If in grades seventh- or eighth-grade, permission slip from both your parents/legal guardian and your school advisor would be required. If in high school, a permission slip from your advisor would be required. This will ensure that they know and approve of what you want to do. This will count as Community Service and patriotism recognition by the Post. If anyone has a question, feel free to contact Post 75 Adjutant Merrill Vaughan at 435-5207 or his cellphone 340-1375.
Happy birthday wishes to Ben Davis on Wednesday. I hope you enjoy your special day.
The Suncook Valley Area Lions Club will be selling pumpkins this year. You won’t have to travel far to buy your pumpkins! Dates, times and locations will be listed soon – we hope you will wait and support your local Lions Club!
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com
Salisbury town clerk will not be able to process the state portion of vehicle registrations from Oct. 6 through 10. She will hold extra hours on Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Regular hours will resume starting week of Oct. 16. If you have a new registration, your registration renewal or other business with town clerk during the month of October, please make sure you are aware of this processing interruption and plan accordingly.
Salisbury Volunteer Fire and Rescue is looking for adult volunteers that would like to help out with the Salisbury Fire Department’s Annual Haunted Hay Ride and Spooky Walk on Oct. 21. They are looking for donations of Halloween decorations as well. For more info or to help out, please call 848-6305.
Banned Books Week is this week. It’s often said that a good library has something to offend everyone. Here are just a few of the titles we have here that have been challenged at other libraries. This One Summer, written by Mariko Tamaki and illustrated by Jillian Tamaki. Challenged because it includes LGBT characters, drug use and profanity, and it was considered sexually explicit with mature themes. Drama, written and illustrated by Raina Telgemeier. Challenged because it includes LGBT characters, drug use and profanity, and it was considered sexually explicit with mature themes. Looking for Alaska, written by John Green. Challenged for a sexually explicit scene that may lead a student to “sexual experimentation.” Fifty Shades of Grey, by E. L. James. Reasons: sexually explicit, unsuited to age group, and other (“poorly written,” “concerns that a group of teenagers will want to try it”). The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, by Mark Haddon. Reasons: offensive language, religious viewpoint, unsuited for age group, and other (“profanity and atheism”).
KATHIE DOWNES
648-2473
kdownes@tds.net
The 70th Warner Fall Foliage Festival cannot function without the dedication of the volunteers who help with set up and clean up and the myriad of tasks on the actual festival days. It is only fitting that the theme for this year is a tribute to the volunteers. If you are interested in helping out, you can sign up on wfff.org by clicking on the “Volunteer” tab, or by contacting the volunteer coordinator, Beth Lukaitis, at 456-6268 or volunteerwfff@aol.com.
Save the date for our 70th Warner Fall Foliage Festival on Oct. 6 to 8. Come celebrate rural life and vibrant foliage at our free, family-oriented community festival in the village of Warner. Three days of events include a full lineup of open-air concerts, two parades, a five-mile road race, kids’ fun run and dance party, oxen and woodsmen’s contests, fresh lobster and chicken barbecue, amusement rides, street performers, and a host of artisans, farmers market, and food vendors. Volunteers always needed! MainStreet Warner Stage is the main stage for all the music during the Warner Fall Foliage Festival. Check out the entertainment at wfff.org.
On Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. at MainStreet BookEnds, join bestselling authors Sy Montgomery and Elizabeth Marshall Thomas as they present and sign their just released collaboration, Tamed and Untamed: Close Encounters of the Animal Kind.
Schoodacs Coffee Shop hosts open-mic every Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
The Warner Men’s Club has received a New Hampshire Humanities Grant to present “A Night of Music with Two Old Friends.” This musical program will be presented on Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the Warner Town Hall. Over the centuries, immigrants from the British Isles have come to the Americas bringing with them their musical styles and tastes as well as their instruments. With the concertina, bodhran, mandolin, octave mandolin, guitar, and banjo, Emery Hutchins and Jim Prendergast sing and play this traditional Celtic music, but they also perform American country music in the way it was conceived in the early 20th century. Through stories, songs and instrumental melodies, they demonstrate how old time American mountain tunes are often derived directly from the songs of the Irish, yet are influenced by other cultural groups to create a new American sound. This program is free and open to the public. New Hampshire Humanities nurtures the joy of learning and inspires community engagement by bringing life-enhancing ideas from the humanities to the people of New Hampshire. They connect people with ideas. Learn more at nhhumanities.org. Additional support is provided by the Warner Men’s Club.
Join us as the MainStreet Warner Stage, the main stage for all the music during the Warner Fall Foliage Festival. Check out the entertainment at wfff.org.
Starting this year, Gear Up Homeschoolers is opening a space for academic oriented classes. The first session includes Pura Vida Spanish and Understanding Physics through Experimentation. Both classes begin on Oct. 4. The fee for the classes is $55 per student per six-week session. For insurance purposes, all students attending must also be Gear Up members. Current members may sign up for classes immediately, but new students will need to join ($50 fee per family, need based assistance is available for membership dues) prior to signing up for these Wednesday classes. As Gear Up members, you’re also entitled to come to any of our classes held on Friday, game nights on Tuesday, or any other event we sponsor. All class seats need to be reserved by the deadline, usually two weeks prior to the first class. Payment is expected at the time of reservation to hold your space. If it is past the deadline, contact the instructor to find out if there’s still room.
At Pillsbury Free Library, Women’s Fall Bible Study, The Armor of God with Priscilla Shirer, a DVD study and discussion on Ephesians 6, will be held Fridays from 9 to 11 a.m. Eight-week session begins Friday. All are welcome. Study book costs $14 at first class. To register, contact: Patty Anderson at hikerpatty@gmail.com or 456-2112.
United Church of Warner will be participating in the Kearsarge Area Crop Hunger Walk on Oct. 1 at Elkins Beach at 12:30 p.m. Benefit the Kearsarge-Lake Sunapee Community Food Pantry. The walk is six miles, but you may walk for any distance you desire. There will be drive backs to return you to the starting point. Every walker needs a form. Warner people may call Nancy Eastman at 456-3802 to get a form, or pick one up at the church. All questions can be directed to Nancy Eastman.
The Warner Area Farmers Market is open every Saturday on the Town Hall green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum and The Little Nature Museum will join to celebrate the 24th Annual Harvest Moon and NatureFest Day of Family Fun with a “Seasonal Native American” theme today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be wildlife demonstrations, children’s hand-on activities, Native American crafts and food, storytelling and games. Visit littlenaturemuseum.org.
The Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum will be hosting their annual fundraiser with an Antiques Appraisal Weekend on Nov. 3 and 4. Contact the museum at 456-2600 if you would like to be included on our mailing list for this fundraiser or receive more information about the event.
On Nov. 3, participants will enjoy a Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers event called “What’s It Worth?” This event is both entertaining and educational for those interested in the history and the value of antiques. You may bring three treasures to the museum for evaluation and verbal appraisal. The evening starts with fine wine and a selection of hors d’oeuvres reception from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Guests will be able to walk through the museum with tour guides and meet with a Skinner Native American appraiser and Board Trustee Doug Deihl who will discuss various collections pieces from the museum. From 6 to 7:30 p.m., attendees will gather in the museum’s contemporary art gallery to enjoy a presentation by the appraisers. This program will provide information on the objects that guests have brought to the event along with an estimated value based on current market prices for a similar example. The event is by invitation only. Please contact the museum at 456-2600 if you would like to be included on our mailing list.
A family lunch will be held at Simonds on Oct. 4 from 12:15 to 1 p.m.
The Simonds PTO meeting will take place on Oct. 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the staff room.
There will be no school on Oct. 6 due to a teacher’s workshop.
There will be no school on Oct. 9 due to Columbus Day.
Oct. 16 will be school picture day at Simonds Elementary School.
A Halloween Parade will take place at 2 p.m. on Oct. 31 at Simonds Elementary.
Boys and Girls Club meets Mondays through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. in the multi-purpose room.
Girls On The Run meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 4:30 p.m. in the library.
Daisies meet in the arts room on Mondays from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Beginning Oct. 10, the Homework Club will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3 to 4 p.m.
NEIL NEVINS
456-3614
info@mainstreetbookends.com