■The annual Bow Rotary Christmas Tree and Wreath sale has begun and will be held at the Town Pond beside the Bow Community Building, 3 Bow Center Road. The sale will likely end this week. Trees usually sell out in 10 days or so and the sale started on Nov. 28. All 200 trees are from the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and are 6-feet to 8-feet high, well-shaped fraser and balsam fir trees, which are known for their long-lasting qualities. There may also be a few taller and shorter trees to choose from. The wreaths are pre-decorated and made with balsam fir. For more information, go to bowrotary.org Hours of the sale are Monday-Friday from 4-7 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. All trees are $45. Pre-decorated wreaths are only $30.
■In lieu of the Bow Rotary Club’s Scholarship Auction, the club is holding a cash raffle in hopes of raising enough money to fund at least a few the scholarships usually awarded. The raffle has three cash prizes: $1,250 for first prize, $500 for second and $250 for third. Tickets are one for $5 or 5 for $20 and are available for purchase at Merrimack County Savings Bank (Bow branch), through any Bow Rotary member and at bowrotary.org. The winners will be drawn on Dec. 18 and notified via email. For more information, contact Bob Couch at a.bobcouch@gmail.com, 340-5991 (cell) or 856-0427 (home).
■Although the Baker Free Library Foundation suspended its official Giving Tuesday campaign, the mission to build the library’s endowment and to support the long-term sustainability of its high level of service remains the same. The library would welcome your donation this year if you are able. Please visit bakerfreefoundation.org for details on how to donate online. You may send a check made payable to the Baker Free Library Foundation, 509 South Street, Bow, NH 03304.
JOYCE KIMBALL
bowcomnews@comcast.net
■Members of the Dunbarton Police Department will be participating in Special Olympics New Hampshire Virtual Braver Together Torch Run! Participating officers will be logging how many miles they walk and/or run through Dec. 31 while wearing their Braver Together swag. This event raises awareness for Special Olympics and is open to everyone. For more information visit sonh.org/events/braver-together-virtual-torch-run/?fbclid=IwAR1UnDR-G1gi4V1j09eEL.
■This year the library is teaming up with DCC to offer an opportunity to other residents who would like to contribute in a small, but meaningful way. They are looking specifically for Gibson’s Bookstore gift cards. If you are interested in helping, gift cards should be returned to the library by Friday. Call the library for more information.
■Please help the library send a little love and cheer to some very special senior veterans (mostly from WWII, Korean and Vietnam era). Please make a simple card that shows warmth, support and appreciation at your home. Drop your cards off at the library by Saturday. Cards will be mailed to NH Veterans’ Home in Tilton, the VA in Manchester and the Soldiers’ Home in Holyoke, Mass.
■Virtual Book Chat at the library is scheduled for Dec. 16 at noon on Zoom.
■Sign up for Virtually Read to Dogs. Next up at the library will be Mr. T and his handler Nancy on Dec. 17 from 3-4 p.m. Call the library to schedule an appointment.
■Holiday “take and make” craft bags are available at the library. Pick up a fun, easy holiday-themed craft bag each week. You will find them in a bag next to curbside pickups. Bags are available on a first come, first served basis. Supplies are limited.
■Silver Birch 4-H Club of Dunbarton regrets that it is unable to hold its Annual Cookie Walk this year. The group plans to return next year and wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
NORA LEDUC
774-3141
dtowncrier@gmail.com
■With the recent uptick in COVID-19 cases, along with holiday travel and get-togethers, the Tucker Free Library Trustees have directed staff to revert back to curbside service. This will remain in effect until Jan. 16. The situation will be reassessed at that time.
■The Weare Public Library (weare.biblionix.com) is now open by appointment and also for curbside pickup. Log in to your account at weare.biblionix.com to reserve for curbside pick up or call 529-2044.
■Congrats to 20 students who were inducted into the National Honor Society at John Stark Regional High School’s virtual ceremony in November. Please go to the John Stark Regional High School website for the names of these scholars.
TOM DUNN
dunn.t@comcast.net
■Maurgan McGrath, a senior at Hopkinton High School, is leading Maurgan’s Virtual Pajama Party community service project. Maurgan is collecting donations of new games, books and pajamas for the patients at Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth. Help bring a little joy to the kids at CHaD by using the following links to connect to wish lists for no-contact shopping: Amazon (a.co/7YZwbP1) and Playopolis (bit.ly/playopolis). You can also make monetary donations directly to CHaD at secure3.convio.net/dhmc/site/TR/CHaD/CHaDHeartsinAction?px=1133715&pg=personal&fr_id=1500. Your support is greatly appreciated!
■Hopkinton Human Services is looking for gift cards for the Operation Christmas Program. Gift cards are needed for teens at Walmart, Target, Game Stop or Amazon. Grocery gift cards are welcome to help support our families who are struggling. Contact Maryilyn at 746-8244 or humanservices@hopkinton-nh-gov.
■The Contoocook Farmers’ Market outdoor season has ended. In place of the traditional winter market, the market is moving online to HarvestToMarket.com. Place your order by Wednesday night each week for Saturday morning pick-ups between 10 a.m. and noon at the Train Depot. Masks are required. Stay up-to-date by visiting the Contoocook Farmers’ Market Facebook page.
■As the days get cooler, the Hopkinton Town Library will continue to offer Family Story Times outside. Bundle up, grab a blanket to sit on, and join the fun! Interactive stories and songs will keep you and your child moving, engaged and warm! Family Story Time is held on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. until the snow flies. Story time is geared for ages 4 and under. Siblings are welcome to attend. Hopkinton Schools safety guidelines will be followed. Call Leigh Maynard at 746-3663 or email lmaynard@hopkintontownlibrary.org.
■The Bill Koch League Nordic Ski Program is open for registrations. The mission of the Bill Koch League is to introduce children to cross-country skiing in a fun and supportive environment. It is run by Hopkinton’s Blackwater Nordic Ski Club and is open to all children in grades 1-8. Practices will be held after school on Tuesdays and Fridays at the Fairgrounds and some Sunday afternoons at Pat’s Peak. Skiers do not need to attend all practices. Registration is required and equipment is not provided. Some rental equipment is available. There will be COVID-19 safety policies to adhere to. More Information and registration can be found at: blackwaternordic.org/content/bill-koch-youth-league. Contact Juliana Dapice at juliana.popper@gmail.com with questions.
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
724-3452
kathb123@comcast.net