The Allenstown Historical Society will meet on Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Suncook Business Park off Route 28 onto Lavoie Drive. These meetings are open to the public.
St. John the Baptist Penny Sale committee will meet on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Parish Hall.
The Suncook Senior Center has two great trips that are coming up fast. A trip to the Clambake Restaurant in Scarborough, Maine, on Aug. 25, with a visit to Nubble Lighthouse, When Pigs Fly Bakery and Johnson’s Ice Cream.
The cost is $79 per person and you can call Priscilla at 485-3515 for more information. A Fall Foliage trip is planned for Sept. 17 to 19 for a overnight to Lake George and Saratoga, N.Y. Call Priscilla for more information.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
485-4437
cverville2@comcast.net
Author and railroad historian Kenneth Cushing will give an hour-long presentation about the history of the Andover section of the Northern Railroad at 1 p.m. on Sunday, at the Historical Society’s annual Old Time Fair, held in Potter Place in west Andover at the society’s museum grounds, 105 Depot St.
The annual Old Time Fair of the Andover Historical Society will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, at the society’s museum grounds, 105 Depot St., in Potter Place. The event includes a flea market and auction, live music, food, vendors, demonstrations, displays by historical and local organizations, children’s games, museums (the rail station and post office/general store) and a caboose.
The work of local photographers who contributed to the second annual Fourth of July Photo Contest sponsored by the Andover Institute will be on display in the meeting room of the Andover Town Office building through the end of August, open to the public during standard business hours. Winners include Steve Colardeau’s photograph of Mt. Kearsarge on a starry night, Cindy Benson’s image of the calm waters and boat dock on Elbow Pond, and Thomas Mackey’s photo of Cascade Falls. Held on the Town Green, the event drew more than 270 ballots by attendees for their favorites.
SUSAN CHASE
735-5135
srfchase@gmail.com
This Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, please visit the Barnstead Farmers Market. Fiddler music will be performed this week and lots of veggies are available. Shop local, shop fresh, shop the local farmer!
No concert this week at the parade, but please enjoy the Balloon Rally in Pittsfield!
LORI MAHAR
269-2329
lorimahar@tds.net
Be sure to check out the Boscawen Congregational Church Flea Market on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church Community Park at the junction of routes 3 and 4. Call Laura at 496-5947 if you wish to set up your own spot at the flea market.
Upcoming events at the Boscawen Public Library this week include Kids Storytime and Movement Yoga on Wednesday from 11 a.m. to noon and it is free to preschool and elementary kids and their parents. The Kids Book Club, for first- through fifth-graders, meets on Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m. Are you interested in finding out how to build your own fairy house? Artist Diane Kordas will teach you how on Aug. 10 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the library. Sign-ups are required and materials will be provided.
Do you have a story to tell? The Writer’s Workshop at the Boscawen Public Library would love to hear it. Their next meeting is on Monday at 6:30 p.m. and is led by published author, Mel Graykin.
MARY ALLARD
753-8576
boscawenpl@gmail.com
Mark your calendars! The Bow Garden Club will continue their monthly programming on Sept. 11 with a presentation by David Wichland of Keene, “Mushrooms and Fungi,” followed by “Dragons and Damsels of New Hampshire” with Pam Hunt of the N.H. Audubon on Oct. 2 and Kevin Skarupa, WMUR Meteorologist, with his program “Our World of Weather” on Nov. 13. Bow Garden Club meetings are held at the Old Town Hall, 91 Bow Center Road, beginning with social time and refreshments at 6 p.m., followed by the evening’s educational program at 6:30. All are welcome and prospective members are encouraged. Visit bowgardenclub.org for more information.
The Bow Mills United Methodist Churches invite you to join them as they continue to explore the book, If the Church Were Christian by Phillip Gulley. The final five Thursday book study sessions will be held at Bow Mills United Methodist Church, 505 South St., from Thursday to Aug. 31 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, contact Bow Mills UMC at 228-1154.
JOYCE KIMBALL
bowcomnews@comcast.net
Canterbury Farmers Market gathers each Wednesday afternoon from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the side of the Elkins Library in the Center. This week is the annual “Super Market,” with the greatest number of guest vendors, perfect for a picnic! Music from Canterbury’s own Mark Hopkins and friends. See ccfma.net or Facebook page for full schedule.
Canterbury Shaker Village’s event “Shaker Inspiration: A day of Music and Dance” will be Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. A day featuring special dance and music and demonstrations, concluding with “The Zealous Laborers.” And Shaker Oval Box No. 3, offered on Saturday and also Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., led by master box-maker Barbara Beeler. On Aug. 13, there will be a Mushroom Walk from 10 a.m. to noon, led by Sara Woods Kender, foraging and learning about mushrooms and medicinal uses. Further details can be found at shakers.org.
Canterbury Fiddler’s Picnic will be Aug. 20 from 2 to 5 p.m. An afternoon of making music and then sharing a meal. If it rains, event will be inside the Parish House, but in good weather, on the grass by the gazebo. Contact teresawyman@comcast.net or call 783-9826.
Canterbury 4-H Rascals will be working on exploring the N.H. Society for the Protection of Forests land, fabric cover work and kayaking during the summer. The meetings resume on Sept. 5 and 11. New enrollees may participate during the summer, too. Contact Laura Crockford at 540-9877 or at canterburyrascals4H@gmail.com for information.
LOIS SCRIBNER
scribnerlois@gmail.com
The charrette meeting at the historical society will be at 7 p.m. on Monday. Come see what has been accomplished to date on the new “town center.” A stonewall is underway, big trees have been planted, and the area has been determined for the gazebo.
The Down Cellar Writers will be meeting at 7 p.m. at the library on Monday. Open to all adult writers.
On Tuesday, selectmen will meet at 6:30 p.m. in town hall.
There is time to pick up the book for the August Evening Book Club, All the Light We Cannot See, by Anthony Doerr. The discussion on the book will take place Aug. 9.
Planning board will meet Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the Chichester Fire Department. Two site requests will be reviewed: 109-113 Dover Road to become a kennel and dog rescue; 200 Suncook Valley Road to become a retail auto dealer.
The Chichester Old Home Day Committee is looking for people who are willing to bake cookies for the noon meal on Aug. 19. If you can help, please contact Tami Jameson at 731-7951. On Old Home Day, the Chichester Youth Association is sponsoring a kickball tournament. Grab some friends and family to make a team. Visit chichesteryouth.com for a registration form. Send completed form and $20 to CYA at P.O. Box 394, Epsom, N.H. 03258. All forms must be received by Saturday for registration.
Chichester is offering for sealed bid on a 2000 Ford diesel PL customer ambulance. Minimum bid accepted is $5,000. Can be viewed at town hall, 54 Main St. Contact the fire department at 798-5954 for questions. Bids due Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. The bids will be awarded at the Tuesday selectmen’s meeting.
The food pantry would love your leftover veggies! It is nice to be able to hand out fresh produce. Drop off available at town hall Monday through Thursday.
CAROL HENDEE
247-7191
alexsmeme@hotmail.com
On Thursday from 6 to 7 p.m., the library’s summer reading finale will be TJ Wheeler in concert on the bandstand. Wheeler is a treasure of American roots music, or better put, a living, one-man juke joint! He performs his gumbo of blues, jazz, ragtime and more on a wide variety of instruments, including the seven-string guitar, ukulele, tenor banjo, one-string diddley bow, tap percussion, nitty-gritty vocals and kazoo!
The Congregational Church Vacation Bible School will be in session from Aug. 14 to 18. This year’s theme is “Feeding the Hungry in America.” The school day runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day. VBS will be held at the church vestry building and (weather permitting) on the lawn next to the church. There will be music, drama, crafts and lessons partnering with our theme. The church has a Safe Spaces Policy that requires dual supervision at all times. Vacation Bible School is also free of charge. The plan is to have a celebratory lunch on Friday at 11:30 a.m. Families are welcome to join in for a picnic. To register or for more information, call Susan Johonnett at 774-4294 or email dcc_ce_board@dunbartonucc.org.
Save the date for Old Home Day on Aug. 19. More information is coming.
The library will hold a used book sale in the front foyer of the library from 9 a.m. to noon on Old Home Day, Aug. 19.
The Dunbarton police would like to take this opportunity to let everyone know that there are resources available for those struggling with opiate addiction as well as their families. Local support meetings are held at Concord Hospital for parents and guardians who have children struggling with addiction. To learn more, please visit nh4youth.org/families-youth/family-support-groups-substance-use-issues. Additionally, local treatment centers and programs can be found at nhtreatment.org.
As the summer months continue, the N.H. Fish and Game Department reminds the public to report sightings of hen turkeys, with or without young, through the department’s online survey at wildnh.com/surveys/turkeybrood.html.
NORA LEDUC
774-3141
dtowncrier@gmail.com
On Aug. 12, the Epsom Friends of the Library will be at the Old Home Day celebration at Webster Park! Catch up with your neighbors and friends and of course, stop by the Friends of the Library Lemonade Stand for ice cold lemonade and homemade cookies! The Friends of the Library always welcome new members and meet on the third Monday of the month at the library. Proceeds from their lemonade stand, election day bake sales and the annual mums sale all go to support the library. Mum orders are being taken and if you have never ordered the Friends of the Library mums, you are missing a chance to have the largest, healthiest and most beautiful fall flower to decorate your home! Mums cost $8 each or order five for $35!
Epsom Old Home Day will be Aug. 12 and 13. The theme this year is “Sprouts to Adults.” Anyone interested in participating and/or to register for our parade of antique and classic cars on the Aug. 12 or to help with this years event, contact Georgia Perry at 736-8802. For booth info, contact Dick Frambach at 736-9295. On Aug. 13, the 4K Road Race and 2K walk will be sponsored by Northeast Delta-Dental. Register online.
The Ivy Green Rebekah Lodge 36 is looking for pie donations for this year’s Old Home Day supper on Aug. 12. If you would like to donate, call Vickie at 736-4707 or Jeanne at 736-9240. Double-crust fruit pies (homemade or store-bought) can be left at the small building by the pavilion on Aug. 12.
The Epsom Town Band will present it’s last free summer series of concerts on Aug. 12. It will be held at Webster Park. Concert starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Penny Graham at 736-9044.
Board of Selectmen’s meeting will be on Monday from 6 to 8 p.m.
A zoning board hearing will be held Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m.
Join the library on Tuesday, at 6:30 p.m. to “Explore Nature’s Best Engineers” from beaver to osprey. Registration is required for this program as space is limited. Sign up at circulation desk.
On Wednesday at 12:30 p.m., bring your favorite teddy, blanket and sandwich to the library for bear stories and crafts! Drinks and dessert will be provided. Please sign up at the circulation desk for this event. Donations of desserts/drinks are appreciated.
On Friday at 6:30 p.m., Dragon Heart: Battle for the Heartfire will be shown. The movie is rated PG-13 and subs, chips, drinks and dessert will be provided. Food donations are appreciated. Call Mrs. Benner at 736-9920 to sign up or donate.
TERRY RIEL
c21rielt@metrocast.net
Join the Franklin Mayor’s Drug Task Force on Tuesday as they come together with the Franklin Police and Fire departments at National Night Out. Come on down to the Bessie Rowell Community Center from 5:30 to 8 p.m. for food, fun, and even investigate a mock teen bedroom which has more than 80 hidden warning signs of risky teenage behavior related to substance abuse.
Contact the Franklin Police Department at 934-2535 if you have questions about this event. Hope to see you there for a great free community event!
The 2018 Webster Lake Calendar annual photo contest deadline is Sept. 5. This year’s theme is “Webster Lake Activity: Wildlife and Human.” Use the coming weeks to take some great pictures around the lake. Visit websterlakenh.com for info.
The Franklin Farmers Market provides healthy offerings from local growers/producers. Visit the market every Tuesday from 3 to 6 p.m. at the Franklin Regional Hospital Lawn, 15 Aiken Ave. SNAP via EBT card as well as credit and debit cards can be used. Call 934-2060, ext. 8369, or visit Facebook page Franklin Farmers Market.
Music in the Park this Tuesday will begin at 6:30 p.m. at the gazebo at Odell Park. It will feature Just Because, an acoustic trio playing an eclectic assortment of Americana cover tunes. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live entertainment along the banks of the beautiful Winnipesaukee River. Concerts are free. Visit franklinoperahouse.org for summer schedule or pick up a program guide. Thanks to Watts Water Technologies for their sponsorship of this series. In case of rain, the concert will be at the Opera House.
Franklin Footlight Theatre returns this weekend, Thursday to Saturday, with Sister Act at the Franklin Opera House. Purchase tickets online at franklinoperahouse.org or stop by the office Wednesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., or call 934-1901.
The Congregational-Christian Church, 25 S. Main St., annual Attic Treasures yard sale on Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The sale will take place inside at Thompson Hall. Plan to stop by Franklin’s oldest church (1820) where Daniel Webster attended service to find bargains: heirlooms, collectibles, kitchenware, holidays, books, camping and a Portland Cutter sleigh with shafts and eagle heads will be for sale.
The Franklin Public Library welcomes juggler and acrobat Steve Corning for a performance this Thursday at 11 a.m. These programs are free to people from Franklin and surrounding towns, as well as visitors to the area.
The Foxwood Casino trip is scheduled for Aug. 9, leaving the TRIP Center at 6 a.m. Call 934-4151 or stop by the center to register.
Peabody Home is hosting its Annual Garden Party on Sunday from 3 to 5 p.m. Open to the public, enjoy the gardens, food, drink and live music performed by local musician Jackie Lee. Call 934-3718 for questions, bring a friend.
Sign up now for the monthly trip to Concord for shopping, lunch and appointments. The bus leaves the TRIP Center Aug. 7 at 9:30 a.m. Call 934-4151 or stop by the center to reserve seats.
TRIP Center picnic at Griffin Beach will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. Call 934-4151 for transportation and to sign up.
Franklin Junior Youth Group will meet Friday at Bessie Rowell from 7 to 9 p.m.. Contact Karen Darling at 918-1998 with questions.
On Wednesday, the Three Rivers Republican Committee welcomes Kathy Rago, program manager for Network for Educational Opportunity, and Judy Tilton, administrator of Compass Classical Academy, to present their programs. Our programing highlights local control of education and school choice. We meet at the Franklin Pizza Chef on N. Main St., at 6 p.m. All are welcome.
Choose Franklin will meet Thursday at 8 a.m. at Franklin Public Library. Donna Keeley of Eversource will present an update on the Northern Pass Project.
Twin Rivers Interfaith Food Pantry begins operations at their new location, 2 Central St., lower level (across from Benson Auto) on Tuesday from 9 to 11 a.m. Also, a yard sale will be on Saturday at Elks Field at 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain date is Aug. 12. All proceeds to benefit the pantry.
JUDITH ACKERSON
934-2543
franklintowncrier@gmail.com
Haven’t seen roller derby in years? Mark your calendars now. The first Mad Misfit Junior home bout is scheduled for Aug. 12 at Lee Clement Arena at New England College. These kids rock! The Mad Knocker women’s team plays second versus Seacoast.
Swing Rocket is a teenage swing rebellion. Come for jazz, swing, blues and bop like you’ve never heard it from the incredibly talented Lemieux brothers and their equally talented parents. Concert begins at 7 p.m. in Community Park at no cost.
During the summer, the Henniker Community School main office is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and from Aug. 14 to 24, the office will be open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Beginning Aug. 25, the office will be open 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The HCS phone number is 428-3476 and website is hennikercommunityschool.org. The JSRHS main office is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the summer. Beginning Aug. 23, the office will be open 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The main office phone number is 529-7675 and website is jsrhs.net.
Henniker based Alchemists’ Workshop has been invited to the MidTown International Theatre Festival in NYC next weekend at the Jewell Theatre to present their award winning original musical Georgia O’Keeffe Paints Paradise. Tell the box office you’re from Weare or Henniker and you’ll get a discount on the off-broadway ticket price. Visit alchemistsworkshop.org.
White Birch and Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association are offering a free Aging Mastery Program starting Sept. 11. For more information or to register, call 224-4093 or go to crvna.org.
TOM DUNN
dunn.t@comcast.net
TV Trivia at Fuller Public Library will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. for the last session. This is your last chance to put all those hours spent in front of the television as a child to good use.
How-To’s day program for August at Fuller Public Library is “Food Drying.” Learn about different methods of preserving the harvest by dehydration Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Build a better world at Fuller Public Library. Join in the fun Thursday at 2 p.m. as we create a tiny town from boxes.
Book Discussion Group at the library will discuss the book The Old American at 7 p.m. Thursday, and the author Ernest Hebert will be attending!
Summertime and the listening is easy … in Butler Park. Bring your lawn chair or picnic blanket, a friend and some bug spray to the corner of Main and Central streets from 7 to 8 p.m. for a free Thursday in the Park Concert. This week, Rusted Chrome will be playing country and classic rock. Bad weather? No problem! Concerts will take place across the street in the lower level of Smith Memorial Church.
On Sunday at 10 a.m. Hillsboro Center Church, the Rev. Richard Greenleaf, chaplain at St. Paul’s Church in Concord, will lead the service. All are welcome.
“Sundays at Three” is pleased to present its final concert with noted pianist Shizue Sano, next Sunday at 3 p.m. at the Deering Community Church. This will be Ms. Sano’s eighth consecutive summer to perform here for a loyal and enthusiastic audience. The concert this year will include compositions by Bach, Debussy, Beethoven and Liszt. A sampling of Sano’s playing may be found on YouTube. The concert is free of charge with donations welcomed. The Deering Community Church is located on Route 149 in Deering.
NANCY SHEE
nshee71@gmail.com
Tall Granite Dixicats will be at the Hopkinton Town Library next Sunday at 4 p.m. Dave Dustin and his band will play New Orleans-style jazz. This is a free community event.
Senior Center information is available at 746-2915. Senior lunch is at noon on Wednesday. A $4 donation is requested.
Corn and tomatoes – it must be summer! Stop by the Contoocook Farmers Market, every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, in Contoocook Village. Music this week by The Hallorans, acoustic musicians that cover classic rock, pop, folk, country, Americana and blues tunes. Limited quantities of fresh fish now available! SNAP/EBT accepted.
Save the date for the annual Contoocook Carry Triathlon on Sept. 9 from 1:30 to 4 p.m. This is a fun athletic event with 100 percent of the proceeds providing fuel assistance for our neighbors in need. To register, go to contoocookcarry.org or call Amy Metcalf at 746-6233 or Mary Congoran at 568-2783.
Free summer band concerts by the Hopkinton Town Band are held Wednesday nights at 7 at Lewellen Bandstand in Contoocook. Bring blankets or chairs and enjoy an evening of music!
Pick your own delicious berries at Russell’s Organic Blueberries at 229 Maple St., in Contoocook. Open Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 2 to 6 p.m.
Third Annual Dinner on the Train at the Depot will be on Aug 12. Servings every 15 minutes from 530 to 7 p.m. Have a seat on the Stationary Pullman Coach or inside the Depot for a catered dinner from Everyday Café. Tickets are limited and are now available to purchase online. Two dinner options. Tickets range from $25 to $12.50. Proceeds from the event go towards restoring the Pullman Coach. Without your help, our historic 1905 car could disappear. For more information and online ticket sales, visit contoocookdepot.org/dinner.html.
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
724-3452
kathb123@comcast.net
The Suncook Valley Rotary Club is sponsoring the 36th annual Hot Air Balloon Rally on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Drake Field in Pittsfield. The full schedule can be viewed at suncookvalleyrotary.org and click on the Balloon Rally link. Balloon lift-offs are scheduled for Friday at 5:30 p.m., Saturday at 5:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. and Sunday at 5:30 a.m. The time listed indicates arrival of balloons to Drake Field. Actual flight time is dependent on wind and weather. More activities at the event include: Helicopter rides Friday at 5 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m.; Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Inspire K-9’s Dog Demonstration at 10 a.m.; Carnival rides begin at 11 a.m.; BMX Bike Show at 3 p.m.; Super Nightglows on Friday and Saturday at 8:30 p.m.; and fireworks on Saturday at 9:30 p.m.
The Rotary Club is in need of Balloon Rally volunteers. Available duties include: Field set up on Thursday, gate greeter, field support, gate security, tethering support, balloon crew, food tent help, road race support, and field clean up. For information and to sign up for any of the above duties, email suncookvalleyrotary@gmail.com or visit suncookvalleyrotary.org.
Pittsfield Balloon Rally’s Frank H. Donovan 5K race will be held Sunday at 9 a.m., starting from Drake Field. Register at lightboxreg.com or on paper app on the back of the brochure available through Lightbox. Registration cost is $20 and race day registration is $25 (cash only). Contact Keith and Libby Kun at 505-1636 or frank5krun@gmail.com with questions.
Pittsfield Community Garden committee will meet each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at town hall. If you are interested in helping or would like more information, please attend the meeting.
The PHS Class of 1969 is holding their 48th class reunion on Thursday at 6 p.m. at Johnson’s Seafood and Steak in Northwood. Contact Elaine Kimball Cannon on Facebook for more information.
Children can register for the Josiah Carpenter Library summer reading program by visiting the library anytime throughout the summer. Weekly activity and reading sessions for toddlers through first-grade are held each Thursday at 10 a.m. in Dustin Park on Main Street; activities for second-grade and above will take place each Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Drake Field. Questions? Call 435-8406 or email librarydirector.jcl@gmail.com.
The library will be collecting ingredients for the make you own ice cream parties to be held Wednesday and Thursday. If you have sprinkles, bottles of syrup, etc., that are unopened but you will not be using, we would be glad to have those too!
The Friday Night Kayak Group will meet every Friday at 6 p.m. at a different local location for a fun paddling trip. The group is open to everyone. Visit the website huffnpuff.info for more information and location of the next trip and add your name to the email list or call Paul Oman at 435-7199.
The F.B. Argue Recreation Area is open for the summer season. Hours are Monday through Friday from noon to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 435-7457.
Sign-ups for Suncook Valley Soccer Club are open. Please register online at suncookvalleysoccerclub.com by Monday. If you have any questions, please email suncookvalleysoccerclub@gmail.com.
The Pittsfield Alumni Association Committee is doing a 50/50 raffle. The raffle drawing will be at Drake Field tennis courts on Tuesday, National Night Out), at 8 p.m. Tickets are: one for $1, three for $2 and six for $5. Locations where tickets can be purchased include: Pittsfield Youth Workshop, Town Hall Clerk’s Office, or you can purchase tickets from an Alumni Association Board member: Tobi Chassie, 435-6701, ext. 4, tchassie@pittsifieldnh- schools.org; Andi Riel, 435-6346, pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com; Ted Mitchell, 435-6573, chipper@myfairpoint.net; or Carole Richardson, 435-8351, cpr2006@metrocast.net.
The PMHS Athletic Department is currently accepting nominations for the 2017 Hall of Fame Induction. The nomination deadline has been extended to Tuesday. If you are interested in submitting a nomination, please go to the school website or contact Jay Darrah, PMHS athletic director, at jaydarrah@pittsfieldnhschools.org.
Pittsfield National Night Out will be held on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Drake Field. This night offers residents an opportunity to meet with local emergency responders and to share ideas with other local organizations. Free pizza, hot dogs and water will be provided.
Happy birthday wishes to Allison Buttafuocco and Val Guy on Tuesday and to Dianne Vaughan and Mary Thorpe on Wednesday. I hope you all enjoy your special day!
Happy anniversary wishes to Elaine and Dave Cannon on Tuesday.
ANDREA RIEL
435-6346
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com
Salisbury Community Church will host its famous Chicken Barbecue on Aug. 12 during Old Home Day. They will start serving at 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. (if chicken lasts) at town hall. Menu includes half chicken, rolls, potato salad, homemade baked beans, tossed salad, corn on the cob, cranberry sauce, spiced tea, lemonade, coffee and homemade pies. All for $10 per adult and $5 for children 12 and under. For just the chicken, cost is $5. Take out is available.
Board of Selectmen will meet Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. upstairs in Academy Hall.
Cemetery Trustees will meet Thursday at 4 p.m. upstairs in Academy Hall.
At the Salisbury Free Library, build a better world with science! On Monday at 10:30 a.m., activities will include a giant egg drop, hosted by Julie Sage. On Thursday at 3 p.m., giant bubbles versus oobleck goop.
“Pooch Baker: Intro to Sign Language” will be held Aug. 10 at 6 p.m. at the library.
A book sale at the library will be held on Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (during Old Home Day). You can help support your library by donating items, volunteering to help, or stopping in to peruse our wares rain or shine!
Yoga, Gentle Flow at library is held Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and Thursdays from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Sessions are $5 each.
Library policies and the current year’s minutes are now available online. Library bags are for sale, $15 each, to benefit the library. The library has a new printer with a working automatic document feeder so you can fax or copy multiple pages at once.
KATHIE DOWNES
648-2473
kdownes@tds.net
On Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., there will be a theatre in the park as part of the MainStreet Warner, Inc. concert series in the Jim Mitchell Community Park, on the MainStreet Warner stage. All in the Timing by David Ives will be performed. Five one-act comedies, directed by Caleb Parsons. Event is free, donations appreciated. Visit mainstreetwarnerinc.org.
On Aug. 10 from 7 to 9 p.m., the 39th Army Band will perform. The 39th Army Band, New Hampshire Army National Guard can trace its lineage back 135 years to its inception in Manchester in 1879. When activated for the Spanish American War, it was known as the Band Section, First Infantry, New Hampshire National Guard. During World War I, it became know as the Band Section for First Army Headquarters Regiment. During World War II, it was known as the band for 172nd Field Artillery. Since 1947, it has been known by 39th Army Band New Hampshire Army National Guard.
On Aug. 9 at 7 p.m. join MainStreet BookEnds in The Gallery for a magical evening with renowned photographer, author and loon expert, Kittie Wilson as she discusses Spirit of the Loon.
Talk about New Hampshire Rail Trails on Aug. 12 at 1 p.m. at MainStreet BookEnds. Presented by Charles Martin and Tim Blagden.
Schoodacs Coffee Shop hosts open-mic every Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
Come join the fun with friends for free and read at Pillsbury Free Library’s summer reading program. Contact Sue at 456-2289. Information can also be found on their website. On Tuesday at 7 p.m., there will be a free performance by TJ Wheeler at the Jim Mitchell Park Amphitheater. Wheeler is an original but his music is steeped in musical styles that go back hundreds of years. On Wednesay, at 1:30 p.m. there will be a Field Day at Riverside Park.
The Warner Area Farmers Market is held every Saturday on the Town Hall green from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Warner Historical Society Barn Sale is open Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon, until October.
The Warner Historical Society’s Tory Hill Authors Series continues Saturday with mystery writer Gwen Florio, author of the Lola Wicks series, as she discusses her newest thriller, Reservations. Think Nevada Barr meets Tony Hillerman. The society is located at Warner Town Hall, 5 E. Main St. Series events are at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 for one event or $32 for all four and are available at MainStreet BookEnds.
NEIL NEVINS
456-3614
info@mainstreetbookends.com