There is still time to see A.R. Gurney’s Screen Play at the Hatbox Theatre at the Steeplegate Mall. Performances are today at 2 p.m. and next Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and May 15 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students, seniors, and members. Visit hatboxnh.com for more information or call the box office at 715-2315.
Concord Grange 322 will meet Monday at 6:30 p.m. at the I.B.E.W. Hall, 48 Airport Road. State Deputy Alice Tuck will be present for instruction. Members are encouraged to bring canned goods for the food pantry at the Friends of Forgotten Children. For more information, call Dick Patten at 496-2917.
The Central N.H. Storytellers will meet Tuesday night at 7 p.m. in the community room at Horseshoe Pond Place. All storytellers and listeners are welcome.
Concord TV’s Studio B at the Heights Community Center will offer Intro to Editing on Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The cost is $50. On Tuesday, Advanced Camera will be offered from 6 to 8 p.m., and the cost is $50. Advanced Editing will be offered May 31 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. For more information or to register, visit yourconcordtv.org or call 226-8872.
Many senior activities will be offered at the Heights Community Center. The walking group will meet on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 11 a.m. Cribbage is played Mondays from 10 a.m. to noon and Bone Builders is held from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays. A VNA Senior Health Clinic is held the fourth Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon. Mah Jongg is played from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursdays. For more information, contact Becky at 230-4982 or rbukowski@ConcordNH.gov.
The Children’s Place will host a family fitness class Wednesdays at 3 p.m. through June 22. The class will be led by Heather Cunningham of Pembroke Fitworks. Parents and children will have fun exercising together. Class size is limited to 10 families. The cost is $75 per family. Drop-in rates are $10 per class. To register, call The Children’s Place at 224-9920 or visit pembrokefitworks.com.
The Horseshoe Pond Toastmasters will meet Wednesday at noon at Northeast Delta Dental. For more information, call 223-1287.
The Karner Blue Toastmasters will meet Thursday at 5 p.m. at the environmental services building on Hazen Drive. For more information, call 568-3128.
The Concord Writers Group will meet the first and third Saturdays of the month at 10 a.m. at Concord Public Library. For more information, call 224-1715 or email clweeden@comcast.net.
Happy Mothers Day!
CHRIS WEEDEN
224-1715
clweeden@comcast.net
The Kiwanis Club of Concord will hold its 61st Spring Fair on Thursday through May 15 at the Everett Arena. The Spring Fair is the Kiwanis Club of Concord’s largest fundraiser with proceeds used to support the mission of Kiwanis, to serve the children of the world including scholarships, local food programs, summer camps, youth sports teams, and three are high school Key Clubs. For more information, visit concordkiwanis.org.
The N.H. English Country Dance Society will present a dance tonight and each second Sunday of the month at 6 p.m. at the West Street Ward House, 41 West St. No partner is necessary. Dances feature a caller and live music. For more information, call Judith at 934-2543.
The Unitarian Universalist Church, 274 Pleasant St., will hold a plant, book and yard sale Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale will include perennials, annuals, flowers, veggies, used books and more. Lunch is also available. For more information, visit concorduu.org.
The Chapter Two Thrift Shop at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church is filled with spring merchandise and brand new items from a local retailer. Gently used clothing for infants, children, and adults; shoes and accessories; boutique items; and small household items are available. Regular hours are Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the first Sunday of each month 9 a.m. to noon. Use the Centre Street entrance and only cash accepted. All proceeds benefit the SPC food pantry, Assistance with Dignity, and other efforts supporting children and families. For more information, call 224-2523.
The city of Concord’s spring leaf collection will run through June 5. Concord residents who currently participate in the curbside trash collection program are eligible for the program. Materials are collected weekly for six weeks and must be curbside by 7 a.m. on the same day your regular trash is collected. Residents have two options for pick-up: 1) yard waste is placed curbside in paper yard waste bags, which are available at local stores or 2) yard waste is placed curbside in 30-gallon barrels weighing less than 50 pounds clearly marked as “Yard Waste.” No plastic bags containing yard waste will be collected. For more information, visit concordnh.gov/leafcollection.
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its Leadership Greater Concord Class of 2017 through May 20. This program fosters civic awareness in the community and participants are equipped with the information they need in order to become more involved in activities that will enhance the region. For more information, go to concordnhchamber.com or call 224-2508.
Capital Toastmasters will meet Monday at 6:30 pm at Granite Ledges of Concord at 151 Langley Parkway. For more information, call 715-1881 or visit capital.toastmastersclubs.org.
Happy Mothers Day to all of the moms!
LYNDA PLANTE
228-6800
soxpatscats@gmail.com
If you’re looking for a fun evening or afternoon, see the Bishop Brady spring show Scene and Heard a collection of one acts and classic radio show Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m. Look for the coupon in Thursday’s Monitor.
Pitch Night at Hatbox Theater, 270 Loudon Road, will be Tuesday at 7 p.m. Want to produce something at the Hatbox? This is the night to tell us about it! If you’re interesting in producing a play, a concert or pretty any kind of performance, then shows us what you got. Visit hatboxnh.com for more information.
Brookford Farms Community Supported Agriculture will offer a summer CSA. The CSA offers a seasonal share in certified organic vegetables, grass fed cows for dairy, pasture raised beef, pork and chickens for meat and eggs. There’s also a creamery for cheese and dairy products and a bakery for fresh bread. Food is ordered online and collected right here in the South End at 4 Jordan Ave. off South Street on Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. The season runs from June 9 to Oct. 20. Register until May 27 at brookfordfarm.com/csa. Payment plans are available.
Go to the Capitol Center for the Arts on May 21 to see Kidz Bop Kids: Life of the Party Tour. The Kidz Bop Kids have toured the country performing kid-friendly versions of today’s biggest hits.
Pirates of Penzance by Community Players of Concord set sail for the final show today at the Audi.
Do you have a will? A trust? What’s the difference? Is this something you’ve been meaning to get to? Attorney Fred Forman of Forman, Clark and Associates, P.A., will discuss common estate planning mistakes and how to avoid them. Learn how to protect yourself, your family and your assets. Come to the Holiday Inn Concord, 172 N. Main St., on May 18 at 6:30 p.m. Seating is limited. If married, both spouses are strongly encouraged to attend. Register at 224-2777.
Happy Mothers Day to Margaret Briggs Ver Hoeven and Arlene Barron Siletti and all my ancestral mothers – and to you!
JEAN VER HOEVEN
856-304-5830
jeanann@voicenet.com
The Open Door Community Kitchen serves meals every Monday and Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the United Church of Penacook, on the corner of Community Drive and Canal Street. The mission of the Community Kitchen is to provide free meals in a family atmosphere to all who desire to eat together. All are welcome.
The Penacook Village Farmers Market opens its seventh year June 6. The market, open from 4 to 6:30 p.m., will run each Monday through Aug. 29 at 11 Penacook St. You can buy fresh local vegetables and fruit from your local farmer neighbors in a country setting, as well as baked goods, prepared food, and even free popcorn will be available. You will be able to use your SNAP/EBT card, debit or credit card to make purchases. Live entertainment will be featured every week. Visit penacook.org for farmer, vendor and entertainment updates. The farmer/vendor application is now available on the website.
CHERYL STINSON
753-9752
news03303@aol.com