■On Sunday from 4 to 5 p.m., there will be a short artist’s reception and chance to meet Andover artist Molly Leith at the launch of an exhibit of her paintings in the main hall of The Andover Community Hub. Her work will remain on display during the month of February. The public is invited to stop in whenever the “open” sign is displayed, any time the Hub is open for classes, and specifically on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8:30 and 11 a.m. to take a look.
■Beginning and experienced knitters are welcome to drop in at the informal Knitting Circle, held at the Andover Hub on Thursdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Join this friendly group to work on a project, just to chat while knitting or for help if you’re stuck on a pattern or need to learn a new skill. For information, contact Karen Lang at scottiemom.karen@comcast.net.
SUSAN CHASE
735-5135
srfchase@gmail.com
■N.H. holds the first-in-the-nation primary on Tuesday! Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Boscawen Town Hall (basement of the Congregational Church at 12 High St.). A photo ID will be requested of you but you may sign a simple affidavit and have your photo taken at the polls. Absentee ballots can be obtained at the town municipal offices. The Town Clerk’s Office will be closed on Tuesday, as staff will be working at the polls.
■Spend a fun afternoon with friends at bingo on Feb. 15. Doors open at noon at the Boscawen Town Hall, where a great lunch is served and games start at 1 p.m. Cost for both activities is $10. If case of inclement weather, bingo will be held Feb. 29.
■Contra dance returns on Feb. 15 from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Boscawen Town Hall. All are welcome, beginners and experienced dancers, couples, singles and families. No special dress needed and all dances will be taught. Byron Ricker will call the dances accompanied by the three-piece band Binding Energy. More information is available at concordnhcontra.wordpress.com or by calling David Harris at 225-4917.
MARY ALLARD
753-8576
boscawenpl@gmail.com
■Full Moon Snowshoe Walk at Church in the Woods will be today from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Snowshoes or boots depending on the snow cover. The Rev. Steve Blackmer will lead a full moon walk through the trails of the Church in the Woods, afterwards for hot refreshments by the wood-stove. All welcome.
■Canterbury Benevolent Society will meet Wednesday at 1 p.m. at the Parish House, to plan programs for 2020.
■Visit the Elkins Public Library online at elkinspubliclibrary.org/our-programs for full list of children’s and adult programs running in the New Year or call 783-4386 for details.
■Dewey School Open House will be Feb. 18 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Call 731-8091 for details or see deweyschool.net.
■Canterbury Shaker Village grounds remain open in the winter for snowshoeing, sledding or skiing. See website at shakers.org for full details.
■The Cabin Fever Antique Mart will be Feb. 22 to 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the town hall. No admission fee. Parking in town center.
LOIS SCRIBNER
scribnerlois@gmail.com
■The supervisors of the checklist will hold a session Feb. 22 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. for voter registration before the annual Merrimack Valley School District Meeting, which is March 6. They will hold another session on Feb. 18 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. before town meeting day, March 10.
■The annual Merrimack Valley School district meeting and voting for board members is March 6. Polls open at MVHS in Penacook at 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and the business meeting is to follow after the polls close at 7 p.m. The new proposed budget can be found at mvsdpride.org under the school board tab at the top of the page.
■The town of Salisbury is now accepting resumes and letters of interest for a part- time transfer station assistant to assist with the operations at the transfer station. Resumes and /or letters of interest will be accepted until the position is filled. Please forward to the Selectmen’s office to the Attention of April Rollins, P.O. Box 214 Salisbury N.H. 03268 or email to salisburyadmin@tds.net
■The Town of Salisbury is now accepting resumes for a part- time bookkeeper in the selectmen’s office. The position requires experience in payroll, accounts payable/ receivable, IRS quarterly filings, payroll taxes, reconciliation of bank statements, preparation of monthly reports, assistance with budget preparation and annual audit. Software used is QuickBooks Pro and Excel. The position requires a flexible 10 to 15 hour work week. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Resumes and/or letters of interest will be accepted until the position is filled. Please forward to the Selectmen’s office to the attention of April Rollins, P.O. Box 214 Salisbury N.H. 03268 or email to salisburyadmin@tds.net
■On Feb. 10 is the Budget Committee Meeting and 2020 proposed town Budget Public Hearing 7 p.m. at Academy Hall.
■The Salisbury Town Clerks office will have extended hours for registered voters to get and fill out absentee ballots on Monday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. All other business such as car, dog registrations and vital records will be conducted during the clerk’s regular hours that day 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Voter registration closed on Jan. 29. If you are not registered to vote you can at the polls on Election Day, Feb. 11.The Salisbury Town Clerks office will have extended hours for registered voters to get and fill out absentee ballots on Monday February 10, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. All other business such as car, dog registrations and vital records will be conducted during the clerk’s regular hours that day 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Voter registration closed on January 29, 2020. If you are not registered to vote you can at the polls on Election Day, Tuesday February 11 2020.
■The town offices will be closing early at 1 p.m. on Election Day, Feb. 11. However, the Building Inspector, Chuck Bodien, will be in that day from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
■Tuesday is the Presidential Primary Election. Polls are open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Town Hall, 645 Old Turnpike Road, next to the Salisbury Free Library. You may register to vote at the polls that day if you have not already registered.
■One Wednesday, the Old Home Day Committee meets at 6:30 p.m. at Academy Hall.
■The Supervisors of the Checklist will meet Feb. 18 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. at Academy Hall.
■The select board will meet Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. at Academy Hall.
■The Supervisors of the Checklist will meet Feb. 22 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. at Academy Hall.
■The Conservation Commission will meet Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. at Academy Hall.
■Salisbury Free Library will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17, in honor of President’s Day.
■The Book Club meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Monday in February at the Salisbury Free Library. The Book Club will be with reading Tiffany Girl by Deanne Gist this month. Books are now available at the library.
■At the library, story time is at 10:30 a.m. on Monday mornings. Come enjoy books, songs, and crafts with your little ones, and please welcome our new children’s librarian Kelly Pedersen.
■The librarians from the Salisbury Free Library will be visiting Merrimack Valley High School on Wednesday for a public library card drive/digital book access day!
■Notice to all Salisbury residents: When there is inclement weather forecasted all motorized vehicles are asked not to park on the sides of any town-maintained roadways. Residents or travelers that fail to comply with this request will be towed at their own expense.
■The Salisbury Ice Rink is now open for all town residents to enjoy. Ice hockey equipment is kept in the dugout for you to use but please kindly put back after. There are also ice skates in the dugout for people to use, if you find a pair that fits you may take them with you and when you outgrow them you may donate them back for others to use.
■Every Thursday is Cribbage Night at the Town Hall onRoute 4. All are welcome and it is always a good time with neighbors.
■At the Salisbury Safety Building, the Fire/Rescue and Explorers meet on Tuesdays and Thursday nights. The Fire Auxiliary meets the first Tuesday of the month.
■The transfer station is open on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please remember to recycle all your glass, no matter the color. It saves not only the environment but it saves us all money. Paper, cardboard and metals are also recyclable.
JENNIFER HOYT
648-2260
jimjen505@tds.net
■The Presidential Primary will be held Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Webster Town Hall. Remember to bring your driver’s license or approved photo ID. If you are an undeclared voter, you must declare that you want a Republican or Democratic ballot. There will be a table to undeclare after you have voted. Should you choose not to complete the step of going back to undeclare, you will remain affiliated with the party you declared, and this will prohibit you from choosing a party at the state primary election in September. Lunch will not be served at the election, but a public bake sale to benefit the Webster Congregational Church will be held. Donations of goodies are always welcome and appreciated. Bring your sweet tooth when you come to vote.
■Don’t forget the library book sale at the election. Lots to choose from and they are all free! A donation is appreciated but not necessary. Even though the groundhog saw his shadow and spring is around the corner, he didn’t say what corner and how far away the corner is so pick up some books to keep you snug in your home until the dandelions bloom. Drop off your books today from noon to four.
■The Pillsbury Lake Village District Commissioners will hold a public bond hearing pursuant to RSA 33:8-A at 6 p.m. on Tuesday at the Pillsbury Lake Clubhouse to discuss the proposed bond for engineering architectural work and installation of a new well and pump house. A public budget hearing pursuant to RSA 32:5, I and V will be held at 7 p.m. on Tuesday at the Pillsbury Lake Clubhouse to discuss the proposed 2020 District Warrant and budget.
■The Webster Public Budget Hearing will be on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Webster Town Hall. Join the select board to discuss the proposed 2020 town warrant and budget. Public comment is welcome. The snow date is Thursday at 6:30 p.m.
■Join the Webster Free Public Library for the monthly Free Friday Film. This month is The Good Liar starring Ian McKellen and Helen Mirren, which was just released in November. Career con artist Roy Courtnay can hardly believe his luck when he meets well-to-do widow Betty McLeish online. As Betty opens her life and home to him, Roy is surprised to find himself caring about her, turning what should be a cut-and-dry swindle into the most treacherous tightrope walk of his life. Comfy chairs and chocolate hearts will woo your sweetheart on Friday at 7 p.m.
NANCY PICTHALL-FRENCH
webstertowncrier@gmail.com