■The Bow Rotary organization’s holiday trees and wreaths sold out in just one week and they wish to thank the Bow community for their overwhelming support! All money derived from the sale will remain within Bow Community Center. Thank You and happy holidays from the Bow Rotary!
■The garden club would like to thank all the townspeople and area residents who purchased holiday poinsettias from their annual Poinsettia Pre-Sale Fundraiser this year. A record number of plants were purchased as well as swags, containers of fresh greens, and fancy colorful bows, all made and decorated by members–a first this year. All proceeds from this fundraiser go toward the club’s continuing civic beautification efforts within Bow. Thanks again and “see you next year.” “Merry Christmas”
JOYCE KIMBALL
bowcomnews@comcast.net
■The Congregational Church’s YouTube Christmas Concert is estimated to be released Dec. 11 and will remain on YouTube for a year. Stay tuned. Don’t miss it.
■On Dec. 15 at noon, the library book group will hold its “No Book” Book Party via Zoom. Call the library for more information.
■Outside/in-person Chair Yoga with Sherry Gamble will be held on Dec. 16 at 11 a.m., weather permitting. Come to the parking lot for a groovy version of chair yoga! Chairs will be set up for you. Please bring your own mat. Please call or email the library to let them know you are coming and dress warmly!
■Reading to Dogs will be held on Dec. 16 from 2:45 to 4 p.m. Read outside/in person on the band stand. You must register to participate. Children in Grades 1 to 4 who register will have a 20 minute session with Mr. T. Fore more information, or to register for a session, please call the library at (603) 774-3546.
■You are cordially invited to attend a promotional ceremony for Sergeant Cristopher T. Remillard, Officer Brian J. Tyler, and a public recognition ceremony for Retiring Chief of Police Daniel G. Sklut. The ceremony is on Dec. 30 at 5:30 p.m. at the Dunbarton Elementary School Gymnasium. Congrats to all.
■The library is happy to have Ted Johnson return to their art space all month. A student of James O’Brien, his oil on canvas work is stunning.
NORA LEDUC
774-3141
dtowncrier@gmail.com
■250th Hillsborough Anniversary auto plates are available at the Fuller Library and Vaillencourt Fuels. Plates can be used as a front plate during 2022 by any legally registered vehicle in New Hampshire. To order stop by a location mentioned above or email renewhillsboughnh@gmail.com
■On Monday, the Military History Book Group at Fuller Public Library will meet at 2 p.m. to discuss Chief Joseph by Kent Nerburn. All are welcome to attend.
■On Dec. 14 the Crafter’s Corner is from 1 to 3 p.m. at Fuller Public Library. Join us for crafts each month, bring a friend and craft together!
■Greater Hillsboro Senior Services sponsored a mystery last minute shopping trip/lunch on Dec. 15, for no charge. The trip leaves Shaws Parking lot at 9:30 a.m. For more information or reservations contact Lou Ellen at 464-5138
NANCY SHEE
nshee71@gmail.com
■During the holiday season, Byron Carr will be selling oil and watercolor paintings at a discount at 185 Main Street in Hopkinton (home of the famous horseshoe pile). Prints, note cards, books by New Hampshire authors, and baked goods also will be for sale. During the next month, the sale will take place Thursday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, or by appointment (call 603-406-4880 to schedule a time). Byron will be on site most of the time demonstrating his painting process.
■What We have Learned from the Abenaki Trails Project at The Hopkinton Historical Society is up into December. The exhibit is open Tuesday and Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information – 603-746-3825
■Twice a month, the Hopkinton Town Library Community Room will be open from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for families to gather and play. Toys will be set up and families are invited to drop in and stay for as long as they wish. This is a time when your children can socialize, play, and meet other children in a casual, unstructured environment. The next day is December 16th
■Dial A Ride is open for Rides to medical appointments, dental, physical therapy, radiation and chemotherapy and any other errands such as shopping, banking and barber or hairdresser appointments. The office hours at the Slusser center are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m . to noon. Call 603-746-4357 to schedule an appointment or to volunteer.
■The Contoocook Farmers Market is every Saturday 9 a.m. to noon inside at Maple Street School. Stay up to date by visiting the Facebook page Contoocook Farmers’ Market. Masks are required.
■Join us for the Red Cross Babysitters Training on March 25 (no school on this day). This class is geared for those in 5th-6th grade; it fills up fast, sign up now to secure a spot! HopkintonRec.com
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
724-3452
kathb123@comcast.net
■On Dec. 11 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Warner Historical Society Barn Sale will have tons of Christmas decorations and gifts for sale at the Upton Chandler House Museum. The museum store will also be open for early holiday shopping. Email info@warnerhistorical.org or
■call (603) 45-2437 for more information.
■On Dec. 12 at 4 p.m. the Mountain Jam at Reed’s North presents brilliant song crafter and engaging entertainer Tequila Jim. For more information and a menu, visit Reed’s North on Facebook.
■Warner 4-H club’s next monthly meeting will be Dec. 13 at 6:30 p.m. at the United Church of Warner. For more information, visit Warner 4-H Club on Facebook.
■The Festival of Trees at Town Hall is back! Come check it out during regular office hours and some weekends.
■The Mountain View Senior Center in Bradford has a regular schedule of activities for seniors. Weight Training (Mondays and Fridays from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m.), Quilters Group (Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon), Mahjong (Tuesdays from 12:30 to 3 p.m.), and Bridge Group (Mondays at 1 p.m.) For more information, call (603) 938-2104.
■Dec. 28 is the last day of the season for the New Hampshire Telephone Museum. Come see the great exhibits from this past year.
■Need Fuel assistance? Contact Warner Connects NH at (603) 456-2053.
■Christmas trees from LeBlanc’s Christmas Tree Farm (Plymouth) will be for sale again this year on the front lawn of Cafe One East in Warner.
■Warner Connects NH volunteers can assist with medical appointments, filling out forms, or transportation as needed. Call (603) 456-2053 or (603) 219-1044 for more information. More volunteers are needed.
■Storms Fitness is offering free fitness classes on Wednesdays, at 10 a.m. for members and non-members through Dec. 15. The class, Use It or Lose It, is designed for beginners and seniors. Call (603) 848-6179 for more info, or visit Storms Fitness on Facebook.
■The Family Closet Thrift Store has toys for the holiday gift season, come shop Wednesday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Holiday shopping vouchers are available by contacting Lori at (603) 456-2053.
■On Dec. 29 from 7 to 8 p.m., Anne Jennison will be featuring stories from New Hampshire Abenaki and other Northeast woodlands traditions. For a Zoom link, call Sue at the Pillsbury Free Library at (603) 456-2289, or register for the event on Facebook.com/PillsburyFreeLibrary
■On Jan. 10 at 7 p.m in the Town Hall., the Board of Directors of the Warner Fall Foliage Festival invite town residents, volunteers, vendors, local businesses, and anyone with an interest in the Festival to attend its annual meeting. Masks are required. Come provide ideas and feedback!
Elibet Chase
warnertowncrier@gmail.com