■On July 8, the Suncook Senior Center will hold a presentation by Lawrence French at 12:45 p.m. on the Civil Conservation Corp that was stationed in Bear Brook State Park. A lot of men from the area served right here in Bear Brook.
■The Suncook Senior Center will be holding its annual picnic July 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Memorial Field in Pembroke. Join the staff at the large pavilion and stage for lawn games, picnic lunch s’mores and, provided by Humana, music at 12:30 p.m. with the Gilmanton Dump Run Gang. Sign up soon by calling 485-4254.
■The Allenstown Historical Society will hold its annual “Fresh Baked Goods Sale” on July 5 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Old Allenstown Meeting House.
■Bone Builders is held Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■Bingo is held Monday and Thursday at 10:15 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■Community Table is Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the St. John the Baptist Parish Hall, 10 School St.
■Gentle Chair Yoga is held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center. The cost is $5. Call 485-4254 for more info.
■Pastel art class is held Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. at the Suncook Senior Center. The cost is $7.50 per class or $45 for a six-week session, which includes materials.
■Cribbage Club is held Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■Zumba Gold is held Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Suncook Senior Center. The cost is $10 per class or $70 for 10 classes. For more information, call 485-4254.
■Tai Chi Moving Meditation is held Friday at 9 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■TOPS is held Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
■Please visit the Barnstead Farmers Market, 96 Maple St., from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for the Strawberry Festival this Saturday. The North Barnstead Congregational Church is sponsoring this event. There will be lots of vegetables, baked goods and more, plus Christopher Dudley will be playing his fiddle. Bring your favorite chair, have breakfast, listen to some great music and shop.
LORI MAHAR
269-2329
lorimahar@tds.net
■Please note the change in time and place for the “Blast Off” event Tuesday for the summer reading program at the library. It will be held at the Grange Hall from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Blast Off” is an event at which you can sign up for the summer reading program and have a blast with experiments, a magic show and art. Launch a baking soda rocket, have a “pop rocks” experiment, earn prizes and more.
■On Wednesday, the Old Home Day Committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. at the Grange Hall. Residents are urged to stop by and hear what is happening and decided if they can help with preparations for the big day in August.
■The Chichester Garden Club will meet at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the library.
■On Thursday, the Cemetery Trustees will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the Town Offices.
■The B.C.E.P. has an open meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday at the facility.
■The Grange is the place to be Friday at 7 p.m. for the Northeastern Reptile Welfare League presentation: Reptiles, with turtles, snakes, lizards, frogs, hissing cockroaches, and a tarantula. This program is sponsored by the library and open to everyone, with free parking and light refreshments.
■The Chichester Master Plan Survey is being updated. The Planning Board is developing a vision for Chichester over the next 10 years. Please access the Chichester Town website at chichesternh.org and complete the community survey atsurveymonkey.com/r/chichester-masterplan. If you wish, paper copies are available at the town office. Just complete it and return to Kristy Baranouski.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
■A teen exercise program will be held Monday at 6 p.m. at the library. Wear comfortable clothes, and bring a water bottle. After the workout, there will be tacos and burritos. Please sign up at the library circulation desk, or call Vickie at 736-9920.
■“The Songs and Their Stories” is the title of a program being presented by Rich Araldi at the library Tuesday at 7 p.m. Rich has been a performing musician for 45 years on the vibraphone, piano and drums. He will take you on a trip through the great songs of the 20th century and the stories that make them even more special.
■The movie matinee on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the library is Copenhagen. While trying to track down his grandfather in Denmark, a surly Canadian strikes up a friendship with a teenage waitress who agrees to serve as his translator and guide. He learns that when the girl of your dreams is half your age, its time to grow up.
■Please forward a submission for “Citizen of the Year 2019” to the Epsom Old Home Day Association care of Georgia Perry, 190 North Road. Submissions should include detailed information about the candidate and should be received by July 26.
■Story times are being held Mondays at 10 a.m., Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. at the library. Children and their caregivers will listen to stories, sing songs and enjoy crafts.
■Bone Builders will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m. at the library.
■Mahjong continues Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. Stop by, watch and learn to play this ancient game.
■The Knitters Club will meet Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the library.
■Toddler Time will be Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the library.
■Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a.m., the cribbage boards will be set up at the library for those who play and those who want to learn to play.
■Lego Club will meet on Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at the library.
■“A Universe of Stories” is the theme of this year’s summer reading program. Sign ups will be taking place now through Thursday.
■The next Epsom Youth Athletic Association meeting will be held Wednesday at 7 p.m. Meetings are held at the Epsom Public Library and are open to the public. All are welcome, and encouraged, to come and see what the organization is working on for, and in, the community.
■The planning board will meet Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the town office.
■On Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., turtles return to the library. Mary “The Turtle Lady” Doane will present “Wild About Turtles.” The evening includes storytelling, singing, movement and creative arts. Enjoy seeing live box turtles, aquatic turtles and our most popular N.H. turtle, the common snapper. The evening will be both educational and fun.
■From July 15 to 26, Epsom swimming lessons will be held at the Pittsfield Town Beach. More information is coming soon.
■Members of the Pittsfield Class of 1984, mark your calendars for Aug. 24 for your 35th Class Reunion at Beaver Meadow Golf Course. Watch for invites. If you have moved since the last reunion and have new address, please email rielt397@gmail.com with current address.
■Epsom food pantry is open on Wednesdays from noon to 2 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Call 736-4024 for more information.
TERRY RIEL
rielt397@gmail.com
■Pembroke Recreation Department will offer eight tennis lessons at Pembroke Academy on Mondays and Wednesdays starting July 8 through 31. Registration forms are available at the Town Hall and should be in by July 3. You must sign up between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Juniors (third-grade and under) 4 to 4:45 p.m.; (grades 4 to 8) 5 to 6 p.m. Cost: resident $30; non-resident $40; adults (14 and up) 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Cost: resident $30 (high school students); $40 (adults) non-resident $50. Rain days are Tuesday or Thursday. For questions, call 848-9677.
■Pembroke Recreation is proud to host a summer concert series at Memorial Field. The concerts are a free event. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and pick out a great spot to listen to these wonderful entertainers. Special thanks to all our our sponsors! Allenstown Laundromat; Brickett Hill Landscape; Continental Paving; Granite State of Mind; Jacques Pastries; Kimball’s Cav’ern; Kruger Excavating & Paving; Lavallee Oil; Merrill Construction; Pembroke Pines Country Club; Pembroke Automotive; The Print Shop; Sully’s; and Suncook Dental. All concerts are from 6 to 7:30 p.m. In case of rain, concerts will be rescheduled. Call 848-9677 with questions. The first concert will be July 13.
■Pembroke and Allenstown Old Home Day committee meets Monday at 6:30 p.m. at town hall. Anyone interested in being a part of the planning is invited to attend. This year’s theme is “Go Green.” Volunteers are needed to assist in setting up and cleaning up. If you can help, call Kris at 491-0660 or Rick at 715-0797. The committee is also looking for raffle prizes such as new or never used items, gift cards for goods or services. Contact Pat at 224-7324. To help with a monetary donation, contact Jo-Ann Dupuis at 485-8118.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
485-3352
taihi@comcast.net
■The flower angels have begun their work, and soon you will see these hanging baskets gracing downtown. Each handmade basket – there are 40 of them – costs approximately $25 to make and plant. A very small group of volunteers do all the work, including daily watering. If you have a few dollars to spare, please consider a donation to the Pittsfield Hanging Basket Flower Fund at Citizens Bank, care of Donna Keeley, 256 True Road.
■The Pittsfield Youth Workshop is accepting registrations for the Craft Fair at this year’s Suncook Valley Rotary Hot Air Balloon Rally on Aug. 3. This annual event draws 8,000 to 10,000 visitors. Feel free to contact us at info@pittsfieldyouthworkshop.org or 435-8272 for more information. All proceeds from this event go to PYW.
■July 13 is Old Home Day. The theme this year is “Christmas in July.” We want to decorate Dustin Park with the largest paperchain garland – we’ll be looking for all groups, churches, clubs and community members to make some chains. We suggest using 11 by 2 inch paper in any colors. Completed chains can be dropped off at the library, Jitters Café or Epping Well.
■Decorate a tomato cage into a Christmas tree, angel, reindeer or any other holiday decoration and bring it to Drake Field on July 13 by 8:30 p.m., before the fireworks and the public will judge them in a contest for Old Home Day. Power will be available. There will be a $50 cash prize to the winner. Check out Pinterest for ideas.
■The Old Home Day cook-off this year is Christmas cookies. Bake a batch, 1 to 2 dozen, of your favorite Christmas cookies and deliver them by 9 a.m. on July 13 to Dustin Park at the 4-H booth. Winners will be chosen by popular vote. Cash prizes will be awarded – $75 for first place, $50 for second place and $25 for third place. Anyone is invited to participate. Contact 435-6346 or pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com to register.
■Santa’s Mailbox will be at the Pittsfield Post Office from July 5 to 13 for letters to Santa for Old Home Day. Letters can also be mailed to Santa Claus, 91 Joy St. Include your mailing address to receive a reply from one of Santa’s elves.
■The Suncook Valley Rotary Club will be sponsoring the movie Polar Express on July 12 to kick off Old Home Day. The movie is free and is under the stars at Drake Field. The approximate start time is 8:30 p.m. Bring your own chair or blanket. Refreshments will be available to purchase. Rotary’s Walk Through Balloon will be set up at Drake Field from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
■The Old Home Day Car Show on Main Street will be from 8 a.m. to noon. The first 60 participating cars will receive a $5 voucher from select vendors. Bring your vintage, classic, hot rod, rat rod or just cool car or truck. There will also be a Touch-A-Truck area.
■Suncook Valley Rotary Hot Air Balloon Rally is just a few short months away, on Aug. 2, 3 and 4. We cannot express the gratitude we have for our volunteers. Sign up at suncookvalleyrotary.org.
■The Color Fun Run 2019 – sponsored by the PMHS Booster Club and PES PTO – will be held on Pittsfield Old Home Day, July 13. This is a 3K family-friendly, fundraising color run. The entry fee prior to Monday is $20 for adults and $15 for children ages 10 and under. After Monday, fees increase $5. Check in is at 8 a.m., and the fun starts at 9 a.m. There will be free T-shirts and goodie bags for every participant who registers prior to June 24. For more information, go to pittsfieldboosters. wixsite.com/colorfun.
■The Pittsfield Youth Workshop (PYW) has finalized the 2019 summer schedule. A few of the fun and exciting trips being planned include Gunstock Adventure Park (sponsored by Suncook Valley Rotary Club), Squam Lake Science Center, Canobie Lake Park, Water Country, canoeing, Hilltop Fun Center, Smiity’s movies (Lion King), swimming at Ellacoya State Park and disc golf. It will be collaborating with Kingswood Youth Center to take a hike and eight weeks of outdoor rock climbing. PYW’s Drop-In Center will be open every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2 to 6 p.m., unless otherwise noted.
■PHS Class of 1984’s 35th High School Reunion is this summer on Aug. 24 at Beaver Meadow Golf Course. Invitations are being mailed next week. For more info or to update your address, please contact 435-6346 or pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com.
■The South Pittsfield Community Club will be holding a ham and bean supper on June 29 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at the Clubhouse, 444 Dowboro Road. The all-you-can-eat menu includes ham, baked beans, bread, potato salad, pies, chocolate milk, water or coffee. It is $9 for adults, $5 for children ages 6 to 12 and free for children under the age of 6. For more information, contact Tina Metcalf at 435-8229 or Lucia Metcalf at 435-8528.
■PES Food 4 Kids will continue over the summer. Families will pick up between 10 and 11 a.m. every Thursday beginning July 11 and continue to Aug. 21. Pick up will be in the PES cafe. Contact Mike Curtin at 435-8432.
■Lions Club will meet on Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Main Street Grill & Bar.
■The Pittsfield Circle of Home & Family group will meet for its annual banquet on Thursday.
■Congratulations to Devin Bedell, who was recognized by the N.H. Basketball Officials Association (IAABO Board 32) and received the John E. Burke Sportsmanship Award.
■The FB Argue Recreation Area, both the town pool and beach area, is now open for the summer season. It will be open from Monday to Friday, noon to 5 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The daily admission for residents is $1 per person. A family season pass may be bought for $50. Daily admission for nonresidents will be $1.50. All persons entering will be expected to pay, and children under 5 will be admitted free with a paying adult.
■Red Cross swimming lessons will be offered again this summer. Registration will be held at the recreation area. Three two-week sessions will be held, and every lesson will run for a half-hour. The cost for swimming lessons for Pittsfield residents will be $15 per child per session. The cost for nonresidents will be $30 per child per session. For more information, please call 435-7510 or 435-7457.
■The Read, Meet, Talk Book Club will meet at the senior center on Tuesday at 10:30 a.m.
■Happy birthday wishes to Cody Osborn on Thursday!
■Happy anniversary wishes to Tina and Roger Metcalf on Sunday!
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com