■The Penacook Farmers Market is open every Wednesday from 3-6 p.m. at Riverhill Grange, located at 32 Horsehill Road.
■Here’s to 2021! Happy New Year, Penacook!
CHERYL STINSON
news03303@aol.com
■Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Immanuel Community Church, East Congregational Church, Grace Episcopal Church, Granite State Baptist Church and Concordia Lutheran Church are offering various worship services. Please check church websites and Facebook pages for details.
■Deepest condolences are extended to the family of the late Carlene McManus, who passed away recently. I remember her very well, along with her family. She also played the piano at church along with singing in the choir. She will be missed.
■The Concord Grange 322 would like to thank the Concord Lions Club for their valued support of the third grade Dictionary Project in 2020 and to the Eagles Club of Concord for co-sponsoring the 69th annual Christmas Parade. The Grange has sent New Year’s cards to all members with Valentine’s Day as the next special card to be sent.
■I would like to apologize to the family of the late Richard Cantara. Last week I added Brian Cantara as a son, it should have been Timothy Cantara as the other son. Brian is a nephew to the deceased.
RICHARD PATTEN
496-2917
dickpatten7@gmail.com
■Enjoy ice skating at the Everett Arena. Skating hours will be Monday through Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is $6 for ages 14 and up and $5 for ages 13 and below (kids ages 3 and under are free). Skate rentals will be available in the pro shop for $5. Skate rentals and skate aide walkers (limited supply) will be thoroughly disinfected after each use upon returning to the pro shop. Public skating will be reduced to 50% capacity at this time. Masks/facial coverings will be required and screenings will be conducted. Follow signage when entering and exiting the ice during public skate since all skaters must skate in the same direction. For more information, call 228-2784.
■The menu has been set for the Jan. 10 Greek Dinner to Go from Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church (68 North State St.) with pick up from 12-1 p.m. This month’s offering is pork souvlaki, dinner roll, rice pilaf and a Greek salad. The price is $15 per meal. To order, call 953-3051, email ordermygreekfood@gmail.com or order online at holytrinitynh.org. You can pay online at the website, send in a check to the church or bring the money when you pick up your food. The cut off to order is Wednesday.
■The Concord Public Library is offering a “Zoo to You” virtual visit to the Franklin Park Zoo/Stone Zoo on its Facebook page. Join in the fun on Thursday at 1 p.m. using the following link: facebook.com/franklinparkzoo. For more information call to 225-8670.
■The Zonta Club of Concord is offering three scholarships/awards to local women. The New American Merit Award is given to a local new American high school senior who is recognized for her scholastic excellence and leadership qualities. The Young Women in Public Affairs Award recognizes young women (ages 16-19) for their demonstration of leadership skills and commitment to public service and civic causes and encourages them to continue their participation in public and political life. Zonta Memorial Scholarships are available for non-traditional female students returning to college after being out of high school for more than five years. For more information on these scholarships/awards, along with instructions on how to apply, visit zontaclubofconcordnh.org and click on the “2021 Scholarships” tab. Application deadline is Jan. 15.
■Reserve your spot now as space is limited at the Pope Memorial SPCA low cost vaccinations on Jan. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon. Online forms must be completed and sent in before the appointment. Bring your cats, dogs and ferrets for rabies vaccination ($20), microchip ($25), kennel cough vaccine ($15) and distemper vaccine ($15). Proof of past rabies vaccinations is needed to determine if your pet needs a one-year or three-year vaccine. Cats must be safely in carriers and dogs on leashes. Payment is due at the time of online registration. Follow COVID-19 protocol. For more information or to reserve your spot, call 856-8756. Walk-ins are not allowed.
■The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center (2 Institute Drive) will be closed for exhibit and planetarium updates until Feb. 12. For more information, visit their website or call 271-7827.
■The Food Pantry at West Congregational Church (499 N. State St.) is open on Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Good wholesome food is available, as well as pet food. Enter through the door with the Food Pantry sign between Johnson Hall and the church. Staff will greet you with more instructions. For more information or questions, call 224-4142.
LYNDA PLANTE
717-1632
soxpatscats@gmail.com
■Gibson’s is thrilled to virtually present New Hampshire author KJ Dell’Antonia on Wednesday at 7 p.m. Join Gibson’s for a delightful discussion about family feuds, sisterhood and fried chicken, all found in “The Chicken Sisters.” The author is signing personalized mailing bookplates for book buyers. Fill out the form at https://forms.gle/CnJjJbhJGCzcYmj96. Register at eventbrite.com/e/132306599601.
■Christ the King Parish at St. John the Evangelist Church streams it’s 9 a.m. Sunday Mass on YouTube at youtube.com/christthekingnh and broadcasts the 11 a.m. Mass on ConcordTV Channel 22. Tune in for inspiration and to see the renovated church.
■The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Peer Support Group meets the first, third and fifth Wednesday of every month from 7-8:30 p.m. (including this Wednesday). The group meets at St. Paul’s Church, 21 Centre St., in downtown Concord. Anyone with mental health issues (and also their support persons) are welcome. No registration is needed and it’s free to attend. Contact Susan at 224-2664 for more info. This is a non-denominational group.
■Former Concord resident K. Woodman-Maynard visits Gibson’s Bookstore virtually on Thursday at 7 p.m. to discuss her graphic novelization of “The Great Gatsby.” This sumptuously illustrated adaptation casts the powerful imagery of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s great American novel in a vivid new format. Concord novelist Virginia MacGregor joins her in conversation for this event. Signed bookplates are included with your purchase of this new version of “The Great Gatsby” from Gibson’s Bookstore! For more information visit gibsonsbookstore.com/event/gatsby-graphic-novel. Register at eventbrite.com/e/133865339835.
■Can’t take one more re-run or binge? Try Red River Theatres Virtual Cinema at redrivertheatres.org.
■Winter Youth Alpha, open to all high school-aged teens, begins Jan. 19 on Tuesday nights from 6:30-8:15 p.m. Alpha is an opportunity to explore life and the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment! It will be a great way to connect with others through a series of 12-interactive sessions. Join Alpha at the Parish Activity Center, 72 S. Main St. The number of guests will be limited, so sign up soon! Go to christthekingnh.org/youth-alpha for more information.
■Christ the King Parish at St. John the Evangelist Church streams it’s 9 a.m. Sunday Mass on YouTube at youtube.com/christthekingnh and broadcasts the 11 a.m. Mass on ConcordTV Channel 22. Tune in for inspiration and to see the renovated church.
■Merry Little Christmas on Wednesday, the Twelfth Day of Christmas! Good-bye boughs of holly and all those birds! Save a few pears and the golden rings!
JEAN VER HOEVEN
856-304-5830
jeanann@voicenet.com