■The planners for the winter yard sale that will be held Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. will meet on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the St. John the Baptist Parish Hall. Volunteers are still needed. Tables are available for $15 each or two for $25; call 485-3113 to reserve your spot. There will be a 50/50 raffle and refreshments so come and join the fun. Set up will be Friday at 6 p.m.
■St. John the Baptist will have a fall quilt raffle. A beautiful fall quilt made and contributed by parishioners for a mini fundraiser for the roof. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and are available before and after Mass or at the rectory during work hours. Drawing will be on Thanksgiving and you do not have to be present to win.
■The Suncook Senior Center is planning a Christmas trip to Indian Head Resort on Dec. 5 for lunch and entertainment by Jose Duddy. The cost is $84 per person, all inclusive. The deadline is Nov. 15, call Nancy at 485-9181 to sign up or for more information.
■The Allenstown Historical Society will meet Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Suncook Business Park.
■Bone Builders is on Monday and Wednesday at 9 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■Bingo is held on Monday and Thursday at 10:15 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■Culinary Art Class on Tuesday with Guy Depres to learn how to carve veggies into festive decorations. Please bring your own favorite paring knife and $5. Sign up; space is limited.
■The Community Table is held on Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the St. John the Baptist Parish Hall.
■Gentle Chair Yoga is held Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■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.
■Cribbage Club is Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■Zumba Gold is Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
■TOPS is on Friday at 10:15 a.m. at the Suncook Senior Center.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
■The Down Cellar Poets’ Workshop will take place today at 1 p.m. at the library. This is a contemporary poetry study and writing workshop for any adult poets. Call 7898-3410 for more information.
■Mahjong group meets Monday in the Community Room at the library from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. A group of four is needed.
■On Monday, Color & Coffee will take place at 6 p.m. at the library. Experience a relaxing time when you can visit with folks or enjoy newspapers, magazines and coloring.
■Preschool Story & Craft Hour takes place Tuesday at the library at 10:45 a.m. It is held every Tuesday, except during school vacations for children in preschool through kindergarten.
■Selectmen will meet Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at town hall.
■Chichester Historical Society meets Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon in the museum. Come help prepare for an upcoming Veterans Day event.
■Knitting Circle will meet Wednesday at 3 p.m. at the library. Open to all; come join the fun and knit or crochet.
■Toddler Time Thursday at the library at 10:45 a.m.
■Planning board meets Thursday at the fire station at 6:30 p.m. Call 798-5350 for questions.
■The library is pleased to announce the selection of Carolee Davison for the “Special Library Service Contribution Award” from the N.H. Library Trustees Association. This award is presented to an individual or group who has given outstanding service to N.H. public libraries. Davison’s accomplishments will be recognized at an open reception at 161 Main St., on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. The formal presentation by the state will be at 10 a.m. Refreshments will follow and everyone is invited.
■The Chichester Food Pantry, in conjunction with the Capital Region Food Pantry, will be sponsoring holiday food baskets in December. Nearly 2,000 pounds of food was distributed to Chichester residents during the Christmas season last year. Applications are available at the clerk’s office and due before Dec. 1. Call Evelyn at 798-5808, ext. 1, for assistance.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
■The 1:30 p.m. matinee at the library on Wednesday is Red Joan.
■The library is currently hosting “Moving On,” an exhibit of paintings by Strafford artist, Marilyn Price. This colorful show is so named because most of the works represent motion, or the possibility of it. The exhibit will be on display through Saturday during regular library hours.
■The Suncook Valley Rotary Club is still collecting donations for the Penny Sale on Saturday. They look for new items or collectibles valued at $10 to $30. It also has a silent auction for items of larger value. Drop off your donations at Northway Bank in Pittsfield this week. This is a great way to get your business name out there too! The program lists where the donations came from. To be held at Pittsfield High School.
■ECS PTO craft and vendor fair will be held at ECS on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. They are now accepting crafters and vendors; email epsomcentralpto@gmail.com to sign up.
■Friday at ECS will be a Veterans Day Assembly at 9 a.m. Veterans, families, and citizens are welcome.
■Selectmen will meet on Monday at 6 p.m. at the town offices. Visit epsomnh.org/board-selectmen.
■Economic Development Committee meets Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the town offices.
■Knitters Club meets Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at library.
■Lego Club will meet Thursday at 3:30 p.m.
■Story times are Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.
■Chess club will meet Saturday at 10 a.m. at the library.
■Are you interested in taking a computer class to learn the basics of Word and Excel? If so, please contact the library at 736-9920.
■There will be a drive-thru food drive by Epsom and Chichester veterans from noon til 3 p.m. on Nov. 10 at the Elwood Wells Post 112, 1044 Short Falls Road, Epsom. Canned food, pasta, cereals and oatmeal, beans and peanut butter are among sought after items.
■Happy birthday wishes to John Feeny, Dawn Facella and Jennifer Martin on Monday! Enjoy your day!
TERRY RIEL
rielt397@gmail.com
■Don’t forget to register for the Suncook Senior Center Christmas trip to Indian Head Resort on Dec. 5 for deluxe luncheon and entertainment by Jose Duddy. Cost is $84. Call Nancy at 485-9181 to sign up. Deadline is Nov. 15.
■Library story time will be Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. Contact 485-7851.
■Reptiles on the Move will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at the library. We love snakes and they are coming for a visit. Register by calling 485-7851.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
485-3352
taihi@comcast.net
■Victory Workers 4-H Club will meet Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Center.
■Suncook Valley Rotary Club will meet on Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Dominick’s Restaurant. PContact suncookvalleyrotary@gmail.com for more info.
■Stand Up Pittsfield’s next meeting is Nov. 12 at 6 p.m. in the Media Center at PMHS. New members are needed!
■If you have a need for toiletries, clothes, shoes, etc. Rise Again Outreach will be in front of PYW/Dustin Park on Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m.
■Planning for the PHS All Class Reunion in July 2020 has begun! Contact Andi Riel at 435-6346 or pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com. We needs lots of help!
■Suncook Valley Rotary Club will host their annual Penny Sale fundraiser Saturday in the auditorium at PMHS. Businesses wanting to donate items are needed and should contact suncookvalleyrotary@gmail.com.
■Suncook Valley Sno-Riders will hold their annual safety class Saturday at the Pittsfield Community Center; use Broadway Street entrance. Class time is from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., but please arrive between 7:30 and 8 to sign in. A parent needs to sign the child in and are encouraged to attend. Students must be 12 years old by the end of the riding season. Lunch will be provided. Contact Joe Hough at 269-2270 or skidoo_boy@yahoo.com to sign up.
■Suncook Valley Sno-Riders annual Ham and Bean Dinner is Saturday at the community center. A meal of ham, beans, mashed potatoes, cole slaw, roll, drinks and dessert will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. The cost is $8.50 for adults, $5 for ages 6 to 12, and 5 and under is free.
■Rec basketball registrations are now open at revsunited.com/prb. Registrations close Saturday.
■Have your children discover both faith and fun at Sunday School, 10 a.m., at the First Congregational Church, 24 Main St. For more information, call 435-7471.
■Happy birthday wishes to John Feeny on Monday, Tina Fife and Sheila Fries on Tuesday and Effie Topouzoglou on Wednesday. I hope you all enjoy your special day!
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com