The Red Hatters will meet Monday at 10:30 a.m. the Community Center, 8 Whitten St. For more information, call Leslie at 485-4254.
The Allenstown Public Library summer reading program on Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. will make Paper Spinners.
The Suncook Senior Center will hold its activity planning meeting at 9 a.m.on Wednesday at the community center.
The Allenstown Historical Society, in cooperation with the Allenstown Public Library, invites you to come July 18 at 7 p.m. to the Community Center for the presentation Etched in Stone, written by Mandy Huot. We will learn about the history of the cemeteries of New Hampshire’s Merrimack Valley and some interesting facts about some of the people buried there. There will be refreshments. For more information, call 485-4437 or 485-7651.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
Plans for reviving downtown Franklin will be presented Monday evening, led by Todd Workman, executive director of the non-profit PermaCityLife, which is spearheading this ambitious effort. To learn more about the plans that could dramatically transform the small city of Franklin and surrounding communities, join in at the barn at the Highland Lake Inn, 32 Maple St., at 7 p.m. The evening is open to the public at no charge.
The Andover Community Coffeehouse is moving to an outdoor venue for the summer; this Friday’s performance will feature the Upper Valley quartet Mo’Combo and will be held in an outdoor amphitheater off Main Street near the Town Hall in Andover Center at 6:30 p.m. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for sitting on the grass, and food will be available for purchase at 6 p.m. The coffeehouse is free, but donations are always accepted. There will be no open-mic segments outside. In case of rain, the performances will move into the Andover school gym next door. For more information, email andovercommunity03216@gmail.com.
SUSAN CHASE
735-5135
srfchase@gmail.com
The workshop “Attracting Bees and Butterflies to Your Garden” will be held Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the town municipal offices. A UNH Cooperative Extension master gardener will explain how making your garden appealing to bee and butterflies is good for your plants.
It is a fun-filled month at the Boscawen Public Library. The first meeting of the Kids Book Club for ages 6 to 13 is Tuesday from 3 to 4 p.m. Coming on Thursday, there will be a Teddy Bear Tea Party from 2 to 4 p.m. Sign-ups are required for the tea party since space is limited. The library is pleased to welcome Bryson Lang, comedian and juggler, on July 18 at 6 p.m. when he will present “The Cure for the Common Show.” His show combines technical juggling skills with original comedy into a unique and unforgettable act. The performance will be held in the fourth floor conference room in the town municipal offices.
Enjoy a home-cooked meal in the air-conditioned comfort of the town hall, the basement of the Congregational Church, on July 18. Meatloaf is on the menu for this month, complete with a variety of sides and homemade desserts. Doors open at 4 p.m. and serving is from 4:30 to 6 p.m. A great meal for the reasonable price and a chance to mingle with your friends.
MARY ALLARD
753-8576
contact@boscawenlibrary.org
The Bow Rotary Summer Concert Series kicks off tonight. The concerts will run on consecutive Sunday evenings through Aug. 14 and will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the town gazebo. The first concert features the Concord Coachman and Laconia Chordsmen, followed by the Jordan Tirrel-Wysocki Band on July 17. The concerts are sponsored by the Bow Rotary and are free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs. In case of rain, the concerts will be held in the Bow Community Building.
The Bow Garden Club will not meet during July and August. The club will gather for social time Monday to tour three of their members’ gardens and enjoy the club’s annual progressive dinner. The next membership meeting will be held Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. at the old town hall at 6 p.m. and will be on “Eco-Friendly Gardening.” For more information, visit bowgardenclub.org.
Celebrating Children Preschool is registering for the 2016-17 school year. There are limited openings for 4 and 5-year-olds. The preschool runs from 9 a.m.to noon Monday, Wednesday and Thursday with a special Tuesday sports day at the Field House Sports Complex. This unique four-day program is offered through the Bow Parks and Recreation Department for preschoolers 3 to 5 years of age and is licensed with the state. For more information, email celebchildren@bow-nh.gov or call 228-2214.
Bow Mills United Methodist Church, 505 South St., is offering a Summer Spirit Camp/Vacation Bible School from July 25 to 29 in the form of a funny musical called “Go, Go Jonah!” All kids in first through 12th grades are invited to sing together all week from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (lunch will be provided). The experience will conclude with performances on July 30 and 31. There is no cost. For more information, call 224-0884.
The Falcons Booster Club golf tournament will be Aug. 12 at Stonebridge Country Club.
JOYCE KIMBALL
bowcomnews@comcast.net
Canterbury community farmers market will be Wednesday from 4 to 6:30 p.m. It’s Dog Days; bring your dog on leash to play “Catch the Biscuit.” Kids can join in a scavenger hunt. Music by Audrey Drake. The full schedule is at ccfma.net or on Facebook. SNAP/EBT accepted.
Elkins Public Library’s summer program includes fun and games in addition to some of the regular programs. On Tuesday, Rock N Read will be at 10 a.m. with healthy snacks. On Thursday at 10 a.m., they will be “Fueling Your Engines.” Middle School students, return all books to the library. Family passes to several museums are available; call 783-4386 to inquire.
The Canterbury Fair will be July 30 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donations for the What Not Collections and book /media stalls may be dropped off at The Byre, 112 Southwest Road through July 16 from 1 to 6 p.m. No large electronics. Call Stephanie Jackson, 783-0495, to offer help collecting, setting up, working the tables or closing down and packing up. The final fair committee meeting will be Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Parish House. Call Lisa Carlson at 783-0335 or email canterburyfair@gmail.com to volunteer in any capacity. Bakers, consider baking appropriate goods and call Debbie to volunteer at the table on fair day.
The Canterbury Historical Society will be at the fair in the One Room School House this year, and the Elkins Memorial Building will be open too. Call to inquire about the progress of the new Canterbury history book, the success of the One Room School House project this year and future plans for exhibits and fundraisers.
The Quaker Sing Your Heart Out group will host a quiet tent with pillows and books for a place to rest and chill during the fair. Call Ruth Heath for more information at 724-4343.
The town clerk’s office reminds all residents to get their dog licenses up to date. The office printed out 19 pages of unlicensed dogs at the request of the police department. The state law requires all dogs to be licensed by May 1 each year.
The Canterbury Rascals 4-H has been celebrating the many years of leadership by Donna Miller. Laura Crockford is taking over. The group has has summer activities planned, including kayaking, entomology and a trip to Live and Let Live Farm. Any youth in Canterbury older than 8 years by January is eligible to join. Enrollment takes place in September. Contact Laura Rockford at canterburyrascals4H@gmail.com or call 540-9877.
Canterbury Shaker Village has member events in July. See its website for information regarding events at shakers.org.
Loudon Food Pantry has updated its website; visit LoudonFoodPantry.org.
LOIS SCRIBNER
scribnerlois@gmail.com
On Monday, enjoy an old-fashioned picnic with the historical society at Thunder Bridge, Depot Street, off Route 28 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your sandwich and refreshments will be served.
At the library Monday, there will be clay dough fun for all ages at 3 p.m.
There will be a library trustee meeting at 6 p.m. and a special meeting of the Lovers of the Chichester Library at 7 p.m. A road advisory committee meeting will be at 6:30 at the town highway sheds.
On Wednesday, Alex Braley will share the secrets of some magic tricks at 3:30 p.m.
Also on Wednesday, the parks and recreation committee will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the town hall.
On Thursday, the Chichester/Epsom Lions Club will meet at the library at 6:30 p.m. and the conservation committee will meet at 7 p.m. at the town hall.
On Saturday, there will be a Library Down Under Book Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is your chance to stock up on summer reading: paperbacks for 25 cents, hardcover for 50 cents and “specials” as priced. Because of construction at the rear of the library, there is no parking in the back. Access the book sale through the front door of the library.
The Historical Society will host an open house at the museum on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. Two pictorial murals will be unveiled. Refreshments will be provided and tours will be available.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
Story time with Andrea at the library will be Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The Welcome Mary reception will be Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. followed by a Uke concert at the bandstand at 7 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket. Don’t forget the bug spray.
On Thursday at 3 p.m., the summer reading program will present a movie for the family. Get on track with this hilarious comedy starring Jan-Michael Vincent and Tim Conway. Call the library for details.
The town clerk has a temporary schedule change Thursday; the office will be open from 1 to 7 p.m.
On Friday from 9 to 10 a.m., the Men’s Coffee Chat will be held at the library.
On July 21 at 6:30 p.m., there will be a Judy Pancoast family concert. Get up and dance on the bandstand.
The Dunbarton Library offers admission fee reimbursement for up to $30 for museum and other educational and cultural exhibits. Check with the librarian for details.
NORA LEDUC
774-3141
dtowncrier@gmail.com
Red Cross swimming lessons will be offered daily Monday through July 22 for children ages 5 to 16 at Northwood Town Beach. Registration will be from 8 to 9 a.m. Monday followed by two hours of swim testing, which will allow children to be placed in classes according to their skill level. Children will be enrolled in daily half-hour lessons from 9 and 11 a.m. Come prepared to swim: hair pulled back from faces, plenty of sunscreen and appropriate clothing. There is a $5 Red Cross registration fee for each child. For more information, contact Alison Parodi at alisonparodi@metrocast.net.
The Infant Program will be Monday at 10 a.m. at the Epsom Public Library. The program is for infants and their caregivers and includes songs, stories, movement activities and age-appropriate toys.
Story time will be Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. and Thursday at 3:30 p.m. Lego Club will meet Thursday at 3:30 p.m. at the library.
The library trustees will meet Monday at 6:30 p.m.The cemetery committee will meet Tuesday at 5 p.m. at the library.
The historical association will be open Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. at 1775 Dover Road.
TERRY RIEL
c21rielt@metrocast.net
Get breakfast this morning at Meridian Lodge, 58 S. Main St., from 8 to 11 a.m. An extensive menu will be offered. Each breakfast is made fresh to order. Cost is $8 adults and $5 children 12 and under. Handicap entrance is located at the rear of the building. Proceeds will benefit the charities the lodge supports.
The Webster Lake Association photo art exhibit will be Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 176 Webster Ave. Exhibitors include Bill Cain, Peggy Cain, Judy Desharnais, Randall Werner and Shawna Leigh Morton.
Webster Lake Association’s annual yard sale will be Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Route 11 across from the cemetery. No early birds.
Free round-trip bus transportation is available to the Franklin farmers market which takes place Tuesdays throughout summer at Franklin Regional Hospital from 3 to 6 p.m. Visit Franklin Farmers Market on Facebook or call 934-2060, ext. 8369, for details.
The latest Walking and Trail Guide of the Greater Franklin Area is available through HEAL and at outlets throughout the city, including Franklin Public Library and Franklin City Hall. Visit healnh.org for more information.
NHRPA discount summer attractions tickets are available at Franklin Parks and Recreation Department. Visit the center at 12 Rowell Drive or call 934-2118 to learn of the great deals you can get for your family’s fun this summer.
A TRIP Center scenic ride around Newfound Lake will be Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. Enjoy a delicious dinner as well. The cost of transportation is $2 and dinner is your responsibility. No refunds can be given. Call 934-4151 to reserve a space.
You are invited to meet with Franklin Police Department Chief Goldstein to discuss illegal drug problems in the community and learn about the initiatives to reduce this issue. Meet this Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at The Franklin Studio and bring a bag lunch. RSVP at 934-7446 or taskforceinfo@franklinnh.org.
Franklin Footlight Theatre presents “The Addams Family,” a musical comedy. Show times are July 14 to 16 and July 22 to 23 at 7:30 p.m. and July 24 at 2 p.m. Call 934-1901 to reserve tickets or order online at franklinoperahouse.org.
JUDITH ACKERSON
934-2543
franklintowncrier@gmail.com
High Range will perform in a free concert Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Angela Robinson Bandstand in Community Park. It is an energetic roots/folk/bluegrass group that highlights its list of original music with a mix of cover songs on guitar, upright bass, mandolin, fiddle, banjo and drums. In case of rain, the concert will be in the Community Center. For information, visit henniker.org.
Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association will offer a free presentation “Good Grief: Understanding Common Grief Reactions” on July 25 from noon to 1 p.m. at White Birch Community Center, 51 Hall Ave.
Henniker Youth Theatre is presenting the musical “Alice in Wonderland” on Friday night at 7 p.m. at John Stark Regional High School. Admission is by donation. This is the second of the four camps being held in the area for young people this summer. Upcoming camps include “Little Women” and an Amy Beach film. Visit alchemistsworkshop or call 568-5102 for more information.
TOM DUNN
dunn.t@comcast.net
Greater Hillsboro Senior Services is offering a trip almost every day this week. On Monday, it’s Tankards to Teapots. Camp Morgan potluck and business meeting in Washington. The GHSS bus will leave Shaw’s at 5:15 p.m. and return at 9 p.m. The cost is $2. Call Marie at 464-4726 or 724-5272. On Tuesday, there will be a bluegrass concert in Henniker. Bring a chair. The GHSS bus will leave Shaw’s at 6:15 p.m. The cost is $2. Call Marie at 464-4726 or 724-5272.
On Wednesday, there will be a GHSS trip to Manchester for an introduction to smart phones workshop sponsored by AARP. Learn how to get the most out of your smart phone. The bus will leave Shaw’s at 9:30 a.m. The workshop is free; transportation is $6. Call Marie at 464-4726 or 724-5272
Friday’s GHSS trip is to Larz Anderson Auto Museum, home of “America’s Oldest Car Collection,” leaving Shaw’s at 9 a.m. We’ll see five to eight venues and the property. The fee for this adventure is $15. Call Marie at 464-4726 or 724-5272 to reserve a seat on the bus.
The Hillsboro farmers market at Butler Park will be open Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Everything from jewelry, plants, fresh eggs, and herbal skin care products to awesome baked goods, produce, goat cheese and more is available.
On Saturday, the GHSS trip is to the Warner Bluegrass and Folk concert. The bus will leave Shaw’s at 2 p.m. and will return by 9 p.m. Transportation cost is $4. Call Marie to reserve a seat 464-4726 or 724-5272.
The concert at Butler Park will feature The Wiggle O’s, direct from Chicago, performing Thursday from 7 to 8 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, concerts will relocate across the street to the lower level of Smith Congregational Church, 30 W. Main St.
NANCY SHEE
nshee71@gmail.com
The Hopkinton Historical Society is collecting items for its upcoming Vintage Yard Sale on Aug. 6 from 8 a.m. to noon at 300 Main St. If you have items to donate, the society can pick them up, or you can drop them off at the society. Call 746-3825 with any questions or to schedule drop-off or pick-up of your items.
The Hopkinton Recreation Department has so much going on this summer. Outdoor Adventure Camp all July for ages 12 to 14, Rec Summer Camp through Aug. 5, Soccer/Fitness Camp for fourth through eighth grades from Aug. 1 to 5, British Soccer Camp from Aug. 15 to 19, Wicked Cool Science Camp from Aug. 8 to 12, Boys LAX Camp July 9, 16 and 23, Field Hockey Camp for sixth through eighth grades from Aug. 15 to 19 and swim lessons. For more information, visit HopkintonRec.com.
The Hopkinton Historical Society will host a boat trip on Drew Lake on Saturday at 2 p.m. Paddle around Drew Lake and learn about some of its interesting features and history as part of the Hopkinton-Everett Dam Project. Participants may bring their own boat or rent; rental information at 753-9804 or ContoocookCanoe.com. For more information, visit HopkintonHistory.org or call 746-3825. There is a $5 suggested donation.
Celebrate the summer season with the Hopkinton Town Band at the Jane Llewellen Bandstand in Contoocook every Wednesday evening at 7 p.m. The series runs through Aug. 10, rain or shine (in the event of rain, concerts are held at the Maple Street Elementary School). For more information, email pertice_c@comcast.net or wojewodajim@gmail.com.
The Contoocook Farmers Market is at the train depot Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. SNAP/EBT now accepted. Crafts on the first Saturday of the month, and a local New Hampshire fish “CSA” is available. For more information, visit facebook.com/ContoocookFarmersMarket.
Senior lunch will be Wednesday at noon at the Slusser Center. Suggested donation $4. This week’s menu is a barbecue lunch at Elm Brook Park with hot dogs, hamburgers, salads and dessert. For information, call 746-2915.
The Senior Center is starting a men’s poker group. If you are interested, call 746-3800 or 746-8265.
A Summer Place, a 1959 movie classic starring Richard Egan and Dorothy McGuire, will be shown July 29 at 1 p.m. at the Slusser Senior Center. Movie, popcorn and drinks are free.
Dial-a-Ride and Senior Services is a volunteer- based service that provides transportation for people in the area who are 55 or older. Rides. Call 746-4357 to arrange transportation. Office hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon at least 48 hours in advance, if possible. Dial-A-Ride depends on volunteers to make this service possible; give us a call to find out how to become a driver or office volunteer.
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
724-3452
kathb123@comcast.net
The town clerk’s office will be closed Monday. The office will open Tuesday from noon to 8:45 p.m.
Loudon Congregational Church will hold its annual yard and bake sale Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. rain or shine at 7018 Church St. For information, call Beth at 630-5137 or Eric at 286-4619.
Loudon Old Home Day will be Aug. 13 and the theme for this year is “Game On!” Get your creativity flowing and start planning your parade float, or come to an Old Home Day meeting and offer some ideas. We are looking for Citizen of the Year nominations, so check out the website at loudonoldhomeday.com. Contact Terri Barton at 608-7248 or Aimee Zarges at 568-2613 for more information.
Learn to stand-up paddleboard Aug. 18 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Clough Pond. It is limited to six participants so be sure to register ASAP. The cost is $20 for Loudon residents and $25 for non-residents. Call Greg at 798-3828 or email at gregtetreault@hotmail.com
Red Cross swim instruction at Clough Pond is taught by water safety Instructors contracted through Swim N.H. There will be two two-week sessions offered July 18 to 29 and Aug. 1 to 12. Call Corinne Rowe at 738-1983 or email corinne.rowe@gmail.com for more information.
ALICHA KINGSBURY
798-3143
ammhkingsbury@aol.com
The Concerts at the Park entertainment Saturday will be Country Crow, a country blues and folk band. This free concert will be 6 to 8 p.m. at Memorial Field. Bring blankets and chairs and enjoy the music.
Pembroke and Allenstown Old Home Day will be held Aug. 27. The theme is “Game Night.” Volunteers wanting to assist should call Kris at 491-0660. To add a float in the parade, call Jocelyn at 485-3352. Artists and crafters should reserve their space by calling Stephanie at 491-2301. To show off your antique car, call Crystal at 485-3449. To make a donation of money or a new raffle item, contact Jo Ann at 485-8118.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
485-3352
taihi@comcast.net
The American Legion Peterson Cram Post 75 will hold its monthly meeting Monday at 7:30 p.m. at the post home.
The Parks and Recreation committee will meet Tuesday at 6:15 p.m. at the town hall.
Old Home Day will be July 23. A community fair will be held at Dustin Park on Main Street from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Old Home Day Committee is looking for crafters and community organizations to join the fair. Community organizations can participate for free; the vendor fee is $10. Contact Leslie Vogt at 435-7993 or lesliegvogt@gmail.com.
St. Stephen’s Church will hold a silent auction and sidewalk cafe on Old Home Day. Place your bid Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. or Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Check out photos of silent auction items at ststephenspittsfieldnh.org.
A car show will be held at Old Home Day from 9 a.m. to noon on Main Street. There is no entry fee and the first 60 cars will receive a $5 voucher for select food vendors. Cars are also encouraged to participate in the parade at 1 p.m.
The annual Cook-Off for Old Home Day will be whoopie pies. Find your best recipe and call Andi Riel at 435-6346 to register. Cash prizes will be awarded. Just make your best whoopie pies and drop them off July 23 at the 4-H booth at Dustin Park by 9 a.m.
The hanging baskets around town are put together and maintained by a group of volunteers. If you would like to make a donation to the fund to help defray some of the costs, please send your check payable to Hanging Flower Baskets Fund to Donna Keeley, 256 True Road, Pittsfield 03263.
The summer reading program at Josiah Carpenter Library has begun. Join the fun Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. for preschool to first grade.
The Pittsfield High School Class of 1966 50th class reunion will be held at the First Congregational Church on July 23 from 3 to 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Pete Riel at 269-8861 if you can attend or for more information.
The Suncook Valley Friday Night Paddlers kayaking club will meet Friday at 6 p.m. for an hour or two of kayaking. Everyone is invited. Please visit huffnpuff.info for information on the next trip and put yourself on the email list or call Paul Oman at 435-7199.
The F.B. Argue Recreation Area is open Monday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. The Saturday and Sunday hours will be with gate and beach attendants only; no lifeguards will be on duty. On Tuesday and Thursday nights during July, with exceptions, the pool will be open until 7 p.m. for families. Children younger than 11 must be accompanied by an adult during the nighttime hours. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. The daily admission for residents is 75 cents per person or a family season pass can be bought for $40. Daily admission for nonresidents is $1 per person. Children under 5 years old will be admitted free with a paid adult.
Pittsfield Balloon Rally’s Frank H. Donovan 5K race will be held Aug. 7 at 9 a.m., starting from Drake Field in Pittsfield. Register at lightboxreg.com. Registration cost is $20 with checks payable to Suncook Valley Rotary Club and mailed to Libby Kun, 44 Park St., Wilmington, Mass. 01887. Race-day registration is $25, cash only. There will be race T-shirts for all participants that are registered by July 15 and cash prizes for the top runners. For more information, visit suncookvalleyrotary.org, call 505-1636 or email frank5krun@gmail.com.
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com
The planning board will meet Monday at 7 p.m. in Academy Hall. The Old Home Day committee will meet Wednesday 6:30 p.m. in Academy Hall.
The vegetables are starting to come in to the Salisbury farmers market. So far we have had lettuce, kale, asparagus and rhubarb. As the gardens flourish we look forward to many more vegetables and fruit. There are fresh farm eggs from the Maple Shade Farm in Salisbury, antiques by Mary Perry, fresh honey by Eric Czaja, bead jewelry by Gail Devoid, as well as woven goods, knitted items, soap and lotions, cupcakes, jams and jellies and birdhouses. Coming soon are meat rubs and teriyaki as well as bird baths made from rhubarb leaves. If you are interested in selling your extra vegetables and fruit this summer, contact Helen Binette at 648-2156. We will be at the town hall in Salisbury on Route 4 every Monday except holidays from 3 to 6 p.m. Come and check it out.
The Salisbury Old Home Day committee met in June and things are wrapping up nicely for the event Aug. 12 and 13. We are still looking for floats for our parade on Saturday at 11 a.m. The theme this year is “1966,” to coincide with our Historical Society’s 50th anniversary. A full calendar of events will be published around town. Contact Sami Tucker at 848-8009 to register your float. As of our last meeting, we have had no calls. Let’s make this year’s parade greater than ever. Going along with the theme is great, but no float will be turned away. The possibilities are endless. We are still seeking people born in 1966, people married in 1966, and Vietnam veterans for floats. A float could be the back of a pickup truck. Cash prizes for the winners.
Anyone who wants a vendor booth for Old Home Day, contact Cindy Owen at 648-6686. We are also still looking for committee volunteers. We had one new member this year but the membership is dwindling. Let’s not let the Old Home Days go by the wayside like it has in many other towns. Anyone wishing to join, or anyone with questions, please contact Nancy Hayden at 648-2766 or 860-4442.
KATHIE DOWNES
648-2473
kdownes@tds.net
Dr. David Nagel will speak on his book Needless Suffering: How Society Fails Those with Chronic Pain at MainStreet BookEnds on Sunday at 2 p.m.
The Tory Hill Author Series will host Michael Tougias on July 23 with So Close to Home; Mary Holland on Aug. 6 with Naturally Curious; and Tomie dePaola on Aug. 20 with the The Magical World of Strega Nona. All are at 7 p.m. at the Warner Town Hall. Tickets are $10 each or four for $32. For more information, visit toryhillauthors-
series.com.
Alzheimer’s Cafe will be held Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. at the New Hampshire Telephone Museum.
Upcoming free performances at the MainStreet Warner Stage include the Bluegrass and Folk Fest on Saturday from 2 to 9:30 p.m. and Kathy Lowe and Julie Corey on July 19 from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information, visit facebook.com/warnerstage.
A farmers market will run Tuesdays, June through September from 3 to 6 p.m. in the yard of MainStreet BookEnds. The Warner Area Farmers Market is held Saturdays from 9 a.m to 1 p.m. on the town hall lawn. For more information, call 456-2319.
The Warner Historical Society Barn Sale is open for the season. Regular hours will be Saturdays 9 a.m. to noon and Tuesdays 1 to 4 p.m.
NEIL NEVINS
456-3614
info@mainstreetbookends.com
Weare’s Old Home Day committee is calling all crafters, vendors, businesses and non-profits to be part of Weare’s Old Home Day on Aug. 27. Contact Heleen at 529-7253 or hkurk@gmx.com for a registration form and information. Also, get your cameras ready! Join the photo contest at Weare’s Old Home Day, organized by the Weare Historical Society. The theme is Animals in Weare (domestic, farm, wild). Three categories: professional, amateur, youth (under 16 years old). Photos must be submitted by Aug. 15. For details, contact Sue at belangersue@comcast.net.
The Weare farmers market will be Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the middle school gazebo.
Bingo hosted by the nonprofit South Weare Improvement Society will take place Saturday, Aug. 20, Sept. 17 and Oct. 15 at 7 p.m. at Osborne Memorial Hall. Bingo sheets, daubers, pull-tabs and refreshments are for sale. Proceeds benefit Osborne Memorial Hall renovations, so please do not carry in. No one under 18 is allowed. Osborne Hall is for rent for special events; call Rad at 529-7282 for more info.
The Weare Writer’s Group will meet Friday at 10:30 a.m. at the Weare Library. For information, email czar5@comcast.net.
KATERI FITTS
kateritek@hotmail.com
The Webster Free Public Library summer reading program kicks off Monday with storytime at 6:30 p.m.
Webster Youth Soccer is hosting the second registration for fall soccer. Today, those who wish may sign up at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Concord from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dick’s will give discounts to Webster Youth Soccer players and teams through Sunday. You can also register at the Webster Soccer field from 5 to 6 tonight.
The Pennies From Heaven Farm, 1487 Battle St., will hold a barn sale Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. There are many recycled items in good condition. There may even be a food sale Saturday. New donations are being accepted up to Wednesday. Call 648-2243 for information. These sales are for the benefit of the First Congregational Church of Webster
A senior cookout/eat-in luncheon will be held Thursday at the Salisbury Congregational Church on Route 127, across from the Crossroad Store. A blood pressure clinic by Franklin Visiting Nurses will be held from 11:15 a.m. to noon, the lunch follows, and the there’s a time after for fun and fellowship. All seniors are invited to join us. Lunch for seniors will cost $2 each. For more information, call Dot at 648-2243.
The Webster Conservation Commission will meet at the town office Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.
The Webster old Home Day committee will meet Tuesday at 7:30pm. Interested volunteers to help on this event are invited to attend this meeting.
Cortney Angwin, daughter of Scott and Brenda Angwin of Webster, received the George C. Cilley memorial scholarship from the First Congregational Church of Webster. Cortney graduated from Merrimack Valley School High School in June and will attend NHTI this fall to pursue studies in radiation therapy.
DOROTHY HASKINS
648-2243
dhaskins@tds.net