■There will be a virtual performance by Lindsey Schust & the Ragged Mt. Band on Sunday, beginning at 6 p.m. via Zoom, presented by the Andover Historical Society. Based in Andover, the band performs a mix of traditional Americana, folk, country western, bluegrass and folk rock. Participants can contact treasurer@AndoverHistory.org to request the Zoom link in order to join this free event.
■The Andover Historical Society invites the public to participate in a virtual silent auction that will continue through 8 p.m. on Saturday. There are 50 items of local historical interest to be auctioned off including furniture, china, glass, artwork, railroad-related items and other collectibles. All funds raised will go to support the work of the Andover Historical Society. The auction is supported by easy-to-use technology called Auctria. For more information, to view the items or to place a bid, go to andoverhistory.org and scroll down.
■Best-selling Andover author Amy Makechnie will offer her thoughts and experiences on becoming a published writer in a public conversation via Zoom beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday. “From Mom to Published Author” is co-sponsored by the Literary Arts Guild of the Center for the Arts, Lake Sunapee Region and The Andover Community Hub. Andover resident Makechnie will describe her journey to becoming a novelist, read from her new novel to be published in 2021 and take questions from the audience. Local writers and future writers (especially elementary and middle-schoolers) are especially invited to participate.
SUSAN CHASE
735-5135
srfchase@gmail.com
■Attention all Boscawen voters! The location of the Sept. 8 primary election has moved to Boscawen Elementary School, 1 B.E.S.T. Avenue. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Contact the Town Offices at 753-9188 for more information. Applications for absentee ballots are available at townofboscawen.org. Contact the Town Offices at 753-9188 for more information.
■National Purple Heart Day is observed on Aug. 7 each year (this year it is Friday) and is a time for Americans to pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who were either wounded on the battlefield or paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives.
■Patrons may visit the Boscawen Public Library by appointment. Times are limited and restrictions apply. Library hours at Monday-Thursday from 12-5 p.m. Masks are required to be worn. Curbside pickup of items is encouraged whenever possible. Please call the library at 753-8576 to schedule an appointment or for more information.
■The Boscawen Old Home Day Golf Classic will be held on Aug. 20. The cost is $360 per foursome that includes coffee and muffins, golf, cart, BBQ cookout and prizes. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the shotgun start is at 9 a.m. The tournament will comply with all CDC guidelines and our Governors’ rules. The Golf Classic will be held at Den Brae Golf Resort in Sanbornton. Forms for team registrations and sponsorships are available to print out and complete at townofboscawen.org. Please make checks payable to Boscawen Old Home Day and mail to Attn: Katie Phelps, 116 North Main Street, Boscawen, NH 03303.
MARY ALLARD
753-8576
boscawenpl@gmail.com
■Button Up NH Home Energy Workshop will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. This Zoom workshop will help homeowners learn how to save money on energy and heating bills, and about rebates of up to 90% for weatherization work completed by November. Registration is required. Email CanterburyEnergyCommittee@gmail.com.
■The Canterbury Town Clerk-Tax Collector’s office is open to walk-in service on Mondays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesdays from 3-7 p.m. and Thursdays from 12-7 p.m. Residents are asked to continue utilizing the drop box outside the building, mail and online services as much as possible. Please wear a mask and maintain social distance while visiting the office. Absentee ballot applications for the September and November elections are available at canterbury-nh.org/town-clerktax-collector and sos.nh.gov. Copies can also be mailed to residents upon request. Please call the office at 783-0153. Mail completed request forms to Town Clerk, PO Box 500, Canterbury, NH 03224.
■The Elkins Public Library has reopened. Library hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The library will be closed from 12:30-1:30 p.m. for extra cleaning. Masks are required. Curbside pickup is still available. Family visits will be by appointment only. Call 783 4386. There will be a limit of four people in the building at any one time. There are now passes for Petals in the Pines. See elkinspubilclibrary.org for details.
■The Canterbury Farmers’ Market will be open Wednesday from 4-6:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the Elkins Public Library. The market will be held every Wednesday (unless there are thunderstorms) until Sept. 30. To address COVID-19 safety issues, the market will have a curbside pickup. Customers will be encouraged to use hand sanitizer before entering the market, numbers of customers coming in at any one time will be monitored to avoid crowding, prepared food must be taken off site to eat, customers are asked to send minimal family members and children must be kept with parents/guardians at all times. No pets are allowed this year and all volunteers will wear masks. Market tokens will still be sold and sanitized beforehand. See canterburyfarmersmarket.com for more details.
■Canterbury United Community Church Pastor Sara Rossig has been ringing church bells every evening at 7 p.m. in recognition of essential workers, healthcare workers and those dealing with pain due to COVID-19. This is followed by 2 minutes of silence for reflection. All are welcome either in cars or spaced on the green by the church.
■Canterbury Citizens for Democracy invite anyone to join them at the Town Center on Saturday mornings at 10 a.m. to stand in solidarity with communities of color and hope for change at this time in the nation’s history. Contact Doris Hampton at 783-4418 with questions.
■The Canterbury Country Store can pre-bag and deliver orders of groceries thanks to local volunteers. There is a minimum order of $20. The store continues to stock local meat and dairy produce, all the basic household supplies, ice cream, candy, wine, beer and outside there are new plants from Canterbury Plantation. Please call ahead for home delivery, allowing 24 hours notice if possible. Call 783-9933 or visit canterburycountrystore.com.
■Canterbury Shaker Village grounds are open and weekend outdoor tours are available at 11 a.m. and at 2 p.m. Masks are expected and social distancing will be observed. Please come 5 minutes early. Also, the summer Concerts on the Green series will be Sundays from 4-5 p.m. Aug. 9 features Nick’s Other Band, playing high energy rock and roll. Socially distanced seating is available on a first come first served basis. Visit shakers.org. Save the date for the annual auction and picnic on Aug. 29. Visit shakers.org for further details.
■Loudon Food Pantry is serving Canterbury residents. Check out the food pantry website for a list of critically-needed donations. Food parcels are given out to recipients in their car. Call Sue at 724-9731 or see loudonfoodpantry.org.
LOIS SCRIBNER
scribnerlois@gmail.com
■On Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Salisbury Town Hall (645 Old Turnpike Road), there will be an informational meeting to discuss policing options for the town. This is not a discussion about a police department, but rather other options, for example, partnering with a neighboring town, the sheriff’s department or more coverage by state police. Any opinions and questions are welcome and residents are encouraged to attend. This will be an outdoor meeting. Social distancing will be practiced. Stay tuned to the town’s webpage (salisburynh.org) and Facebook page for any updates regarding this meeting.
■The library is still closed until further notice but the book return bin is taking returns on a schedule and there are still curbside pick up and delivery options. Stay tuned to the Salisbury Free Library website for further details and updates.
■Election officials, the Town Administrator and Chief MacDuffie would like to assure all citizens of Salisbury they are working to be sure voters will vote in a safe election this fall. Voting will be on Sept. 8 at the Safety Building, 273 Old Turnpike Road, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please note that polling was changed to this location due to better social distancing capabilities. Voting information will continue to be posted on the town’s website and official Facebook page. Residents are encouraged to vote by absentee ballot. New voters are encouraged to register with the Town Clerk before the September election. You will be allowed to register on election day, but registering ahead of time and requesting an absentee ballot via email (tcclerksalisbury@gmail.com) is the safest and most efficient manner of registration. You can also email the Town Clerk or call 648-6322 to make an appointment to fill out the required absentee ballot documents.
■August vehicle renewal registration information will be mailed to those who need to renew. Please follow the directions in the letter enclosed and the town clerk will mail your new stickers and registration to you. This only covers vehicles previously registered in Salisbury, not new vehicles or vehicles of new residents. Online vehicle registration for renewals and dog licensing is now live. See the town’s website under the department of the town clerk for that information. If you cannot access these services online, contact the Town Clerk’s office by phone (648-6322), fax (648-6658) or email (tclerksalisbury@gmail.com) for questions about vehicle registration renewals or dog licenses. For new vehicles, marriage licenses and vital records, please email the Town Clerk and request an appointment.
■If you are looking to obtain a burn permit that is seasonal (Class 1 or Class 2) you may fill one out on the N.H. Division of Forest & Land’s website. Class 3 burn permits will need to be inspected by a fire warden, which are listed at salisburynh.org/forest-fire-wardens. Please make an appointment and remember to practice social distancing!
JENNIFER HOYT
648-2260
jimjen505@tds.net
■The Webster Free Public Library will reopen on Aug. 9 with some modifications. Hours will be Sundays from 12 to 4 p.m., Mondays from 1 to 8 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Porch pickups will also change on Aug. 9 to Sundays from 12 to 2 p.m., Mondays from 5 to 7 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m. When the library reopens there will be a limit of two people/families in the library at one time. Anyone over the age of five will be asked to wear a mask. There will be disposable masks available for those who don’t bring their own. Please practice social distancing and keep in mind the library staff may need to limit your time inside if others are waiting.
■“Something Old, Something New” is the theme of Webster Old Home Day 2020. Old Home Day will be different, but doable with activities taking place Aug. 9 to 15 in your backyards and in your neighbor’s yard. The town is asking people to sign up for “yard art” and building yard art in your front yard that people can drive by and check out. This will be the new version of a parade! So far 10 families have signed up, but more would be great! Activity bags are being put together and will be delivered to those Webster residents who sign up. One bag per family. Message Webster Oldhomeday through Facebook and give your address. Please sign up by Wednesday for an activity bag. There will also be a story walk and scavenger hunt. Everyone is encouraged to share their “New Old Home Day” activities on Facebook.
NANCY PICTHALL-FRENCH
webstertowncrier@gmail.com