The popular Lakes Region Parade of Homes runs Columbus Day weekend, Oct. 8 to 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., daily. Visitors discover unique homes and floor plans, talk with builders, developers and trade professionals, see the latest in interior design trends, home technology, outdoor living spaces and innovative products. Tickets cost $20 per person and can be purchased online or at the first home visited. One ticket is good all three days. Visit lakesregionparadeofhomes.com for more information.
The Webster Congregational Church is holding a drive-thru chicken BBQ on Oct. 15 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Webster Fire Department. The menu includes one-half chicken, potato salad, cole slaw, cranberry sauce, roll, and apple crisp for dessert. Tickets are required and cost $18. To purchase, call (603) 746-2236.
On Oct. 13 at 7 p.m., the Sanbornton Historical Society will have its annual meeting in our Lane Tavern on Sanborn Road, in the Square. The purpose of this is to elect officers for 2023. New would-be members and regular members are welcome and needed. Additionally, we need to fundraise and get the Currier Building rid of its lead paint underbase and rejuvenated with new paint. A professional painter will be hired. Wreath orders for holiday use were taken in September, with pick-up times scheduled for Nov. 27 and Dec. 3. Always a few extras are ordered if you got missed in the phone-calling for orders. Dec. 3 will also be our Christmas & Craft Fair. On Oct. 13, please join us for elections, refreshments, and the fun of sharing surprises-from-the-attic. Bring any “what’s it?” item. Be at Lane Tavern from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Call President Lynn at 934-6486 or Vice-President Vicki at 630-1380 for more information.
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce presents events for members and the public. Business After Hours, The Granite Group is excited to host a night of networking on Oct. 11 from 5:30 to 7 p.m at the Ultimate Bath Store. Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres with local professionals, while browsing the latest trends in bathroom and kitchen fixtures and designs at 6 Storrs St., in Concord. Webinar: Become a resilient business owner, this webinar on Oct. 13 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. will cover many questions that you may have on building a reserve, making the most of cash on hand, determining when should you sell assets, and exploring your loan options. Experienced panelists, Ryan Poirier of Thrive Accounting, Mark Lester of Eastern Bank and Ryan Hvizda of Hvizda Realty Group will answer attendee questions during the live session. Concord Young Professionals (CYPN) Neighborhood Nonprofit Night, on Oct. 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., attendees will meet nonprofit leaders at the Payson Center for Cancer Care at Concord Hospital. This event includes refreshments, door prizes, and is generously sponsored by Granite United Way and Concord Hospital Trust. Learn more about the following opportunities and register at concordnhchamber.com.
On Oct. 15 and 22 at 10 a.m., Canterbury Shaker Village will host 5K cross-country races as part of the Delta Dental XC Series. Taking participants on trails, through fields and pastures, and around ponds, the races are held entirely on the grounds of the Village. Aside from providing participants with access to nature, races in the series are philanthropic, as 66% of proceeds will benefit the Village with the remainder allocated to Boys and Girls Club in Suncook. Age graded awards and top five overall male and female places will be given out at each race. To register for the races, visit shakers.org/csvrace.
The Community Players of Concord will present The Wind in the Willows, a sparkling new musical adaptation on Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. and Oct. 15 at 2 p.m., at the Concord City Auditorium, 2 Prince St., Concord, NH. Tickets are $15, and can be purchased online at www.communityplayersofconcord.org, or at the Box Office. Box Office hours: Oct. 9 (1 to 5 p.m.), Oct. 13 and 14 (4:30 to 7 p.m.) and Oct. 15 (noon to 2 p.m.). The Box Office can be called at (603) 228-2793. For more information, contact box office chair David Murdo at nhdm40@comcast.net or (603) 344-4747. The Concord City Auditorium is fully open. Check our website for current COVID protocols.
Twiggs Gallery in Boscawen will be offering a free Make & Take on Oct. 8. Drop in anytime from 1 to 3 p.m. to make an adorable Fall Hedgehog using autumn leaves and a little creativity! It’s the perfect Saturday activity to do with the kids or grandkids. Twiggs Gallery will have everything you need to make this fun craft. More information about events at Twiggs Gallery is on their website at TwiggsGallery.WordPress.com. Twiggs Gallery is handicapped accessible and located at 254 King St., Jct. Route 3 and 4, Boscawen, NH.