■St. John the Baptist is holding their Indoor Yard Sale on Nov. 6 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. There are wonderful treasures and a huge Christmas selection. They will have a 50/50 raffle, silent auction, bake sale and refreshments. There is something for everyone.
■Winners of the Halloween Lighting Contest first place was Russ and Jackie Langille, second place was Jeff and Sophie Brockstedt, and third place was Rylan Washer daughter of Melissa Washer. The prizes consisted of gift certificates to local businesses. Great Job. Congratulations!
■The Suncook Senior will be closed on Nov. 11 in honor of Veterans Day.
■Suncook Senior Center activities: Bone Builders (9 to 10 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday), Bingo (10:30 to 12:45 p.m. on Monday and Thursday); Cribbage (10 a.m. to noon on Tuesday), Gentle Chair Yoga (1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday), Tops Group (11 a.m. to noon on Wednesday), and Klunk 1(2:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Thursday).
■The Suncook Senior Center will be holding their Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 18 at noon. Please sign up early and call Eileen at (603) 485-4254. Thank you
■An upcoming trip is being planned for the Suncook Senior Center to a Country Music celebration at Castleton in Windham. Includes all transportation, luncheon, live entertainment, taxes, and tips. The cost is $99 per person, contact Nancy at 485-9181 for more information.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
■The Chichester Fire and Rescue is accepting applications for the position of on-call member firefighters/EMT to support the department 365 days, 24 hours a day as the employee is available. The annual call rate is 500 calls a year with Monday training at 6:30 p.m. Stop by the fire station on Monday night or call Ben at (603) 486-555 or email bcchaffee.cfr@gmail.com.
■Chichester Central School will celebrate Veterans Day on Nov. 11 with no school in session.
■Congratulations to Dylan Conway. Dylan was a Chichester Fire fighter and advanced his fire career. He is now a full time firefighter in Marlborough. As a New Hampshire National Guard’s combat medic member he was active in the pandemic. He holds a bachelor degree in fire science management and graduated school through Western Governors University. Chichester is proud of Dylan and his accomplishments.
■The Board of Selectmen will be notified of the 2021 Property Tax Rate from the New Hampshire Department of Revenue and will make the rate known and prepare a warrant to the Tax Collector Bonnie Potter for collection and for printing of the bills. The due date can not be earlier than Dec. 1 by New Hampshire Legislation.
■Hampton Pottery is a ceramic studio has been in business for over 50 years with artist Andy Hampton. This potter makes clay come alive with colors and shapes with the pottery wheel and kiln process. A valued member of The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, the works of the studio are shown state-wide.
■Support Chichester Firefighters Association by shopping at AmazonSmile. When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon will donate to the Chichester Firefighters Association. Support our firefighters every time you shop.
■The Cemetery Trustees have been busy with compiling a list of cemetery trusts, with the installation of notice boards, and the list of stones at the Knowlton-Edgerly cemetery in need of repair. The large dead ash tree at The Burying Yard/Edmunds Stanyan is in immediate need to be removed and bids accepted. The Road Agent has been helpful in removing and disposing of dead tree limbs in cemeteries. The Budget process for 2022 has started, posting of bids for maintenance for cemeteries will be done soon.
■Chichester homebound residents who need the vaccine or the booster shot for COVID-19 can contact the Homebound Center at (603) 338-9292. The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services has resumed this service to provide the best homebound service to Chichester residents.
■The Chichester Library Trustees will meet on Nov. 18 at 3 p.m. at the library for the monthly meeting.
■Hope In Christ Church and The Undercover Pantry of Chichester will be sharing Thanksgiving food baskets for those in need. Please email the church office@hicnh.com by Nov. 11. Delivery is an option.
■Thomas Everson Racing, a local racing favorite placed 7 out of 82 for the final point standings for the Southeast Legends Tour.
■Inspire K-9’s Training Center is doing a big fundraiser for Live & Live Farm. The Festival of Wreaths Pawliday Extravaganza is Dec. 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. Any business of individuals who would like to donate a decorated wreath for their raffle please contact Megan at (603 731-2858
■The first meeting of the Suncook Valley GOP which includes towns of Chichester, Allenstown, Epsom, Pembroke and Pittsfield. The initial meeting with NHGOP Vice Chair Pam Tucker will be held Nov. 9 at 6 p.m. at The Circle Restaurant in Epsom. RSVP at chair@suncookvalleygop.com.
■On Dec. 18, Wreaths Across America will be in Chichester to remember and honor each of our 188 veterans with a wreath and the act of saying the name of every veterans aloud. Please help Chichester lay wreaths by sponsoring a wreath or volunteer to participate in the wreath-laying. Contact Brenda Boswak at (603) 491-8854 or Fred Shaw (603) 798-5543.
■Chichester Central School retake of school picture day is Nov. 8. Contact the school if a retake of pictures is needed.
■The Chichester Central School 8th grade class are selling wreaths for the holiday season. The wreaths are 12 inches inner and 22 inches outer without a bow. Order early, first come, first served. Contact the school for an order form or find order forms on the school daily announcement page busybee@blogtrottr@hotmail.com Orders are due by Nov. 18.
■Sympathy to the family and friends of John Poirier who passed away on Oct. 30. John had served on the Chichester School Board with pride and dedication.
EVELYN PIKE
broomtailfarm@hotmail.com
■Welcome Daylight Savings on Sunday. Hope you all remember to “fall back” one hour, which means it’s time to change those smoke alarm batteries!
■The Budget Committee will meet Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the town office.
■Trustees of the Trust Funds Meeting on Wednesday at 5 p.m. at the town office.
■Planning Board meeting on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the town office
■The Town Clerk and Selectmen’s Office will be closed on Thursday.
■The Epsom Public Library will be closed Nov. 11 for Veteran’s Day. Thanks to all who have served!
■Story Time on Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities. November themes include turkeys, hibernation, and Thanksgiving.
■Presentation/ visit by Thomas Farmen and his dog Bessie will be at the Library on Nov. 15, at 6:30 p.m. “Bessie’s story: Watching the Lights Go Out,” is an inspiring book about a charming, brave, chocolate Lab who gradually loses her eyesight. Come listen to author, Thomas Farman, speak about his book alongside his presentation (and life) companion Bessie the dog. A book signing will be available at the end of the presentation.
■The Book Group discussion will be held in the library on the first Saturday of each month at 9:30 a.m. The next meeting will be Dec. 4 to discuss “The Giver of Stars” by Jojo Moyes.
■The Knitters Group is starting again with their yarns and needles! The group began and they will meet on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m., and will continue weekly.
■To all who served in our armed forces, we thank and salute you! The past and present men and women who have served our country and your sacrifices in our nation are worthy to be praised. You truly are our heroes. We don’t know you all, but we owe you all! Happy Veterans Day.
■Happy birthday shout out to “Aunt” Elaine Cannon on Wednesday! Enjoy your day!
TERRY RIEL
rielt397@gmail.com
■The Pembroke Energy Committee will host three public meetings to share information about community power: Nov. 8 at 7 p.m., Nov. 12 at 1:30 p.m. and Nov. 13 at 10 a.m at the town library. Learn about an emerging opportunity for towns to negotiate lower electricity rates and cleaner energy.
■Enjoy a Suncook Seniors Country Music celebration at Castleton in Windham on Dec. 2. The bus will leave from the Senior Center and includes all transportation, luncheon, live entertainment, taxes, and tips. The cost is $99 per person. Contact Nancy at 485-9181, or sign up at the Senior Center. All are welcome.
■Toe Jam Puppet Band on Nov. 11, 1 p.m. at the Pembroke Town Library in the parking lot. Dress warm if the weather is cold and bring chairs but don’t expect to sit in them for long.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
485-3352
taihi@comcast.net
■The American Legion Peterson Cram Post 75 is hosting a Veterans Day 2021 remembrance on Nov. 13, at 11 a.m. at Dustin Park. Please join us.
■The Scholastic Book Fair, sponsored by PES PTO, is Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. then opening to families 4 to 6 p.m. Bring your kids down for a free book to family night. The fair will wrap up on Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to noon.
■The PES PTO will meet on Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. at the PES Media Center (library). All are welcome to attend.
■The Parks & Recreation Commission will meet on Nov. 9 at 6:15 p.m. at Town Hall.
■Joy Church is hosting a community breakfast Saturday, Nov. 13 at 8:30 am. All are invited to come out and enjoy a free, hot breakfast with others from the community.
■The Dorcas Guild of the First Congregational Church will hold its 2021 Christmas Fair and Bake Sale on Nov. 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. There are knits, crafts, ornaments, baked goods, the “Unique Boutique,” the Silent Auction and more! The auction ends when the fair ends at 2 p.m., successful bidders will be notified then. There will not be a luncheon this year. Masks are encouraged. Both the rear and courtyard doors will be open. For more information call the church office at 435-7471.
■Registration is open for the Deerfield Veterinary Clinic Catamount 5K on Nov. 7 at 9 a.m. A children’s run at 9:45 a.m. is free for kids eight and under. The 5K can also be run virtually to allow participants their choice of time and place. Register now at catamountwomenaid.org. Online registration is $22 for adults and $15 for children under 12, and ends on Nov. 6. The race-day registration costs are $30 for adults and $20 for children. The first 100 registrants will receive free hats and swag bags. All will enjoy free refreshments and camaraderie. Medals will be awarded to the top male and female runners, and for top racers in different age groups. All proceeds benefit Catamount Womenaid, a nonprofit that provides emergency financial assistance to men, women, and children in Barnstead, Deerfield, Epsom, Northwood, Pittsfield, and Strafford. Stay up-to-date with Catamount Womenaid news on Facebook@catamountwomenaid and @catamount5K.
■The Josiah Carpenter Library’s next StoryWalk has been posted! Book pages have been mounted in 14 windows throughout the downtown area. Families can grab a map from the mailbox that is attached to the new community bulletin board at Dustin’s Park. As you return to the library on Main Street to read the last page of the book, stop in to pick up your free gift!
■The Pittsfield Youth Workshop is open and would love to have students Grades 6 and up stop in and participate in the programs. Drop in hours this week are Monday (1 to 5 p.m.), Tuesday, Thursday and Friday (3 to 6 p.m.) and Wednesday from (1 to 6 p.m.). For a full calendar of activities please visit pittsfieldyouthworkshop.org. For more information or questions, please contact PYW at 435-8272 or info@pittsfieldyouthworkshop.org.
■The Pittsfield Senior Center is temporarily located at the Pittsfield Youth Workshop. You may stop by and visit while we are there. Our phone number will remain the same. We will be moving into the Joy Church soon. If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Carol Schiferle at cshiferle@bm-cap-org, or call 435-8482.
■Tickets are now on sale for the Pittsfield Players’ fall production of Music Theater International’s global celebration show, “All Together Now!” The show will run at The Scenic Theatre on Nov. 12 and 13 at 7:30 p.m., and on Nov. 14 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased through TicketLeap.com by clicking on the Buy Tickets button below, or you can reserve tickets by calling the theater at (603) 435-8852.
■On Nov. 16 the First Congregational Church’s Infant Toddler Diaper Pantry will be open from 9 to 11 a.m. Each family is eligible to come for supplemental diapers once per opening (twice a month). Each family receives one set of diapers/product per child in need, and one package of wipes per family. There is generally newborn through size six diapers, along with pull-ups and overnights. We use the parking lot off Chestnut Street. We will also be accepting donations of diapers and wipes, including open packages. Please call 435-7471 if you have any questions.
■Sawyer’s Holiday Open House 2021 at 520 North Barnstead Road, Country Farm Home filled with New Hampshire’s handmade items just in time for the Holiday Shopping. Open Hours are: Nov. 26 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.), Nov. 27 (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and Nov. 28 (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Call (603) 776-4551 or (603) 496-9086 for more information.
■The School District, Town Hall, and Josiah Carpenter Library will be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day.
■Pittsfield School District will be closed on Nov. 12 to conduct parent-teacher conferences
■The Chamber of Commerce regrettably announces that the annual Children’s Store will not be held this year. We are hoping to be back next year. Thank you for your understanding.
■Save the date on Dec. 4 for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration that will be held at Dustin Park from 4 to 6 p.m. More details to come!
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com