Talk of the Towns in the Capital Region
Published: 01-27-2024 5:00 PM |
Concord/Penacook
■Penacook Winter Farmers Market is open every Wednesday, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Riverhill Grange, 32 Horse Hill Road.
■The United Church of Penacook Food Pantry, serving Penacook residents only, is open every Tuesday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. year-round. (Merrimack Valley School District is closed due to weather, the pantry will also be closed.) Visitors coming to the pantry are allowed two bags of groceries and one bag of personal care items every two weeks unless extra food is available or an emergency situation comes up.
CHERYL STINSON
news03303@aol.com
■Bektash Shriners present the public and kid-friendly black tie Potentate’s Valentine’s Ball on Saturday, February 10 at 5 p.m. Cocktails are first then their famous Pie Auction at 6 p.m., with dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by music, dancing and raffles. Tickets are $50 per person, with kids 10 and under free. Tickets can be purchased at bektashshriners.org or by calling 225-5372. Reservations must be received by Friday.
■The wait is almost over. Crescent City 3 is almost here! To commemorate this earth shattering event, Bam is hosting a party! Join Bam at Fort Eddy on Monday at 9:30 p.m. The party ends when everyone has a copy of “House of Flame and Shadow.” We can’t wait to light it up with you!
■Ray and I performs a little country, rock and blues at Makris Lobster and Steak House, 354 Sheep Davis Road, today at 1 p.m.
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■Learn how to protect yourself from today’s scams on Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. Join NHFCU and the Concord Police Department at 70 Airport Road for a free overview on the most current types of fraud being seen and tips on how to protect yourself. They will talk about romance scams, gift card scams, lottery winning scams, Norton Antivirus (computer hacking) and others. Pizza and salad will be provided. Reserve your spot now at (603) 224-7731.
■Here’s a free, in-person class where they break down the home-buying process and empower you to take the leap. No matter where you’re at in the process, they’ll help you do it right at 5 Eagle Square on Wednesday at 6 p.m.
■Be creative in making your own Tea Light candles or 1 regular size candle for $35 at 44 North Main St. on Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.
■Join NH Business Networking and connect with local professionals, entrepreneurs, and business enthusiasts at 124 Hall St. on Thursday at 8 a.m.
■Looking for some family friendly events for your new year? On the first Friday of each month in 2024, go Downtown at 5:30 p.m. This week watch Spider-Man-Across the Spiderverse with popcorn and giveaways.
■The primary fundraiser to support the New Hampshire Police Cadet Training Academy, The Gala, happens at the Grappone Center, 70 Constitution Avenue, on Friday at 6 p.m.! There will be raffles, silent auctions, food, dancing and fun! Tickets are $55 per person.
■On Friday at 7 p.m., come stretch your vocal cords and try your favorite songs! Dance, watch, sing at the Penacook American Legion Post 31, 11 Charles St. Non-members, please sign in at the bar.
■Calling all prospective Purple Finches! Ever wonder what it’d be like to participate in a community-wide musical group and make new musical friends? Try it and see for yourself for free on Monday at 4:10 p.m. at the Community Music School, , 23 Wall St. The three groups allow an age-appropriate sequence of musical development. The choruses rehearse Monday afternoon/evening during the school year and perform regularly. This Open Sing is free and open to the public. (There is a fee to participate on a regular basis.) For additional details about the Purple Finches, call 603-228-1196 or visit ccmusicschool.org/index.php/purple-finches.
■Travel back in time on Thursday at 12:10 p.m. at the Community Music School for a Bach’s Lunch with flutist Erin Dubois, clarinetist Stephanie Ratté Jenkins, and bassoonist Maria Isaak to the World Wars through the sounds and experiences of four different composers. For additional details, call 603-228-1196 or visit ccmusicschool.org.
On Feb. 8 at 12:10 p.m., it’s a free Bach’s Lunch: Songwriting Lecture with Peggo and Paul. They’ve collaborated on numerous compositions and recordings, marriage and two kids for 45 years, including composing original songs in family, folk, rock, jazz and acapella formats. They’ll speak about the process and play examples at this lecture at the Community Music School. For additional details, call 603-228-1196 or visit ccmusicschool.org/event/bachs-lunch-songwriting-2024/.
■Also at the Music School, Slide Guitar 101 Workshop, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m., is for early intermediate to advanced guitar players who are interested in blues. Dive deep into signature styles, learn the iconic riffs, elevate your playing and infuse your music with the soulful essence of slide guitar legends. This workshop will be at the Community Music School. The fee is $25 per participant. Bring your guitar; slides will be provided.
■Opa! You are invited to enjoy the February offering for the monthly Greek Meal to Go at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 68 North State St. This month’s offering is Greek Meatballs with Salad and a Roll. Order Cutoff is Wednesday, February 7, and Pickup is Sunday, February 11 between 12 noon and 1 p.m. The cost of the meal is $20. To order, call 603-953-3051 or order by email: ordermygreekfood@gmail.com or go to www.holytrinitynh.org and click on the “contribute to Holy Trinity” link. Thank you for your support!
JEAN VER HOEVEN
jeanann@voicenet.com
Allenstown
■2024 Declaration of Candidacy for Allenstown for the 2024 Election of Town Officers. The filing period begins Wednesday, Jan. 24 and ends Friday, Feb. 2. Positions to be filled at the Tuesday, March 12 Annual Town Meeting. Written Declarations of Candidacy must be filed with the Allenstown Town Clerk’s Office prior to 5 p.m., on Friday, Feb. 2 in order for your name to appear on the official town ballot. To see positions to be filled you can email to allenstownnh.gov/board-of-selectmen
■Town Meeting Deliberative Session will be February 3 at 9 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Parish Hall.
■Allenstown is looking for a Full Time Clerk/Tax Collector for the Town of Allenstown. This position is Full Time with NH State Retirement, and also offers Family Health and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance. Vision Care Plan also available. For more information on what the responsibilities include, you can email to allenstownnh.gov or call Derik Goodine, Town Administrator at 603-
■The Allenstown Fire Department is offering a CPR and First Aid class free to Allenstown residents. The Fire Department is accepting the first 15 residents who sign up. The class is on February 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Allenstown Fire Station. Call Lt. Melissa LaPorte at 603 485-9202 ext.201 or email to mlaporte.allenstownfire@gmail.com
■St. John the Baptist is holding the Community Table on January 30 at 5 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Parish Hall.
■The Suncook Senior Center on Wednesday, Jan. 31 for Arts and Crafts will be making Valentines Cards for Veterans.
■The activities at the Senior Center are Bone Builders held at 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. on both Monday and Wednesday, Bingo is from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on both Monday and Thursday. Klunk is from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on both Monday and Wednesday.
■Cribbage Club is from 10:15 to 12 p.m. on Tuesday. Chair Yoga is held from 9 to 10 a.m. and the fee is $5.
CLAUDETTE VERVILLE
cverville2@comcast.net
BOSCAWEN
■Escape the winter doldrums and head to the High Street Coffee House at the Boscawen Congregational Church sanctuary on Friday night. Enjoy the music of the featured group, Catfish Howl Band who open the evening at 7 p.m. As a special treat, the Coffee House will be celebrating Mardi Gras early with party beads, a few masks and the traditional King’s Cake. Doors open at 6:30 p.m, admission is FREE, donations are welcomed and refreshments are available for purchase. Call Chris at 603-520-9196 or email Liz at HighStreetCoffeeHouse@gmail.com to sign up for Open Mic Slots.
■It’s Lunch & BINGO at Alan’s Restaurant on Sunday, February 10 from 12:30 to 3 p.m. Luncheon cost is $10 per person then stay and play BINGO beginning at 1:30 p.m. No cash prizes will be given. This is a fundraiser for Old Home Day. Call Polly at 603-496-5231 if you have questions.
■Have you wanted to put some of your ideas into writing? Check out the Writer’s Workshop that will be meeting tomorrow at 6 p.m. at the Boscawen Public Library. New members are always welcome to attend and share with other members and the group’s facilitator.
■Winter hours are in effective for Mondays only, at the Boscawen Public Library. They will be open from 11 a.m to 6 p.m. They will return to their usual hours of noon to 7 p.m on Monday, March 11.
■A Public Hearing on the proposed 2024 Budget will be held on Thursday after 6 p.m. at the Municipal Office Building in the fourth floor meeting room, 116 North Main Street, Boscawen. In the event that attendance exceeds the capacity of the meeting room, there will be overflow seating on the third floor at the Boscawen Public Library. The public has the option to listen to the hearing via Go-To-Meeting. Please note: No public testimony will be taken through the Go-To-Meeting platform. https://meet.goto.com/661150445 Access Code: 661-150-445 United States (Toll Free): 1 877 309 2073 United States: +1 (646) 749-3129.
MARY ALLARD
boscawenpl@gmail.com
BOW
■Upcoming Town and School events include:Town and School Budget Committee Annual Meeting Feb. 5 at 6 p.m. at Bow High School, Meet the Selectboard and Schoolboard Candidates night Feb. 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Bow Library, Town Elections March 12 at the Bow Community Center, Town Annual Meeting March 13 at 6:30 p.m. at Bow High School, School Annual Meeting March 15 at 6 p.m. at Bow High School.
■Bow High School Theater Club presents: Clue at Bow High School Auditorium with show performances Feb. 2 at 7 p.m., Feb. 3 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 4 at 2 p.m.
■Bow High School Athletic schedules can be found at bowhighschoolathletics.org and include home events this coming week for girls basketball Jan. 30 against Lebanon, boys ice hockey on Jan. 27 against Nashua-North/Souhegan at 3:30 p.m., and Jan. 31 against Bedford at 7:30 p.m. – both games at Everett Arena in Concord, and boys basketball against rival Pembroke on Feb. 2.
■Best of luck to Bow Memorial School’s boys and girls basketball teams as the begin their respective playoffs this week. Out of 14 teams, Bow girls end the regular season in 1st place and Bow boys 2nd.
BRYCE LARRABEE
bryce_larrabee@trg.com
BRADFORD
■The Bradford Fire Department reminds everyone that if you do not have a new sign for your street address, there is still time to order one. This is not only instrumental for the Fire and Rescue to find you but other services as well. To order, contact the Fire Department at 603-938-2231, and the fee is $20.
■Fire chief Bryan Nowell reported their biggest concern for the winter months is residents to have proper smoke and CO detectors. Make sure every floor has a working and in compliance detectors. A detector is good for 10 years. Another concern is the lakes, rivers and streams with all the flooding. With all the warm weather, it has caused the ice to not form completely. Please test the ice before venturing out on it.
■The Bradford Community Church invites men of all ages in the community and Church to meet for the Men’s Breakfast on the first Saturday of the month from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. in the Friendship Room. The theme for the women’s Sister to Sister meeting, held on the second Saturday of the month at 8:30 a.m. in the Church office building, is “Moving On.”
MARGE CILLEY
mgcilley@gmail.com
CANTERBURY
■Help Elkins Public Library get the Seed Library ready for 2024 by joining us for a seed packing session! Monday, February 12; 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, February 15; 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, February 24; 9 a.m to noon Come to the Library Conference Room during these hours and spend whatever time you can helping fill and prepare seed packets. You don’t have to stay the entire time. We are so grateful for your help! Our Seed Library is accepting donations of vegetable, herb and flower seed. Consider donating your expired seed packets. Our anticipated opening of the Elkins Public Library Seed Library is Monday, March 4.
■Shaker Regional School District will be holding Kindergarten Registration online for the 2024-2025 school year during the week of March 18th through March 22nd. Incoming Kindergartners must be five years old by Sept. 30, 2024. If you are unable to fill out the registration online please come to Canterbury Elementary School or Belmont Elementary School during this week from 9 a.m to 2:30 p.m.
RACHEL BAKER
bakercompany4@gmail.com
CHICHESTER
■The Chichester School Board will meet Jan 31 at the school with a 6 p.m. start to address the 2024/2025 school Budget. Two proposed budget drafts are up for discussion. One budget is for a 4.13 % increase which proposal included a new teacher position The second proposal without the new teacher position include a 2.91% increase. Feb. 2 at 5 p.m. is final day to put your name on the school ballot for election of school officers. Contact school clerk Alisa at 767-9102 for details.
■The Chichester Youth Association is having a Fundraising Event with Aroma Joe’s in Epsom on Sunday Feb 4. 10% of your purchase will benefit the CYA.
■The Chichester Planning Board will meet Feb. 1 6:30 p.m. at the fire station. Contact Kristy at town hall for more information.
EVELYN PIKE
broomtailfarm@hotmail.com
DUNBARTON
■The Dunbarton Police Department ,through the NH Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, presents Learn how to identify dangers that face teens every day involving high technology throughout the state. The event takes place Jan. 30, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the elementary school. Registration required by emailing nchrisremillard@gsinet.net.
■Library events: Mr. T from Reading to Dogs is at the library from 2:30 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 8 for grades 1 to 4. Call the library (603-774-3546) to register for 20 minutes of reading. Chair Yoga with Sherry Ga.mble will be held Feb. 8 at 11 a.m. Come early. Take a chair to the second floor of the town hall. Sponsored by the library. Valentine Card Making Drop in on Feb. 3 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. You bring the love, they’ll provide the craft supplies.
■This month, the Congregational Church Beyond the Book group is reading, Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How it Can Transform Your Life by Dacher Keltner. “From a foremost expert on the science of emotions and consultant to Pixar’s “Inside Out,” a groundbreaking and essential exploration into the history, science, and greater understanding of awe. Awe is mysterious. How do we quantify the goose bumps we feel when we see the Grand Canyon, or the utter amazement when we watch a child walk for the first time?” Discussion will be Feb. 1. For the location, Church Vestry or Zoom link contact barbbennett51@gmail.com. All are welcome.
NORA LEDUC
noleduc2000@yahoo.com
EPSOM
■Wednesday the ZBA public hearing will take place at Epsom Public Library at 6:30 p.m.
■The Deliberative Session is on Saturday starting at 9 a.m. to be held at Epsom Central School.
■The Board of Selectmen will meet on Monday at 6:30 p.m. in the lower level of the Old MeetingHouse
■The filing period begins now and ends Feb. 2 at 5 p.m. If you wish to file for office on Feb. 2, you must do so in person, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Please see the list of open positions on the town website or call the town for more information.
■ At the library: Lego Club on Mondays at 3:30 p.m.; Morning Storytime on Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. Themes for the month will include winter weather and creativity; On Monday, Makers meet at 3:30 p.m. featuring Lego, Duplo Blocks and much more; Mahjong meet at 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday; Knitters Group meets Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.; Adult Matinee is on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. featuring “A Haunting in Venice”; Bouncing Babies meet Thursday at 10:30 a.m.; Bone Builders meet Tuesday and Thursday at 9 a.m.
■Happy birthday shout outs this week to my sister-in-law Andrea Riel, Erica Eames and Jessica Kimball!! Have wonderful celebrations. Have a fantastic day!
TERRY RIEL
rielt397@gmail.com
Hopkinton
■Free tax return preparation is available on Wednesdays and Thursdays, starting Wednesday, Jan. 31, at Hopkinton Town Library’s Community Room. Go online to nhtaxhelp.org or call 2-1-1 to make an appointment.
■2024 spring lacrosse registration is open; to eighth-grade girls in particular; we hope you will join our team this year! Information and registration is available at hopkintonlacrosse.com.
■It’s that time of year again where we begin collecting spring and summer items for the Neighbor to Neighbor Children’s Clothing Sale, proceeds benefit the Pass along progra.m to help foster fa.milies. Clothing can be dropped off at Countryside Community Church, 815 Main St., in Contoocook from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. on the following dates: Feb. 17, March 16, and April 13. Clothing Sale Date May 18. If you need to arrange for a pickup, please text/email Jiselle at 218-9600 or jiselleb@yahoo.com
KATHLEEN BUTCHER
kathb123@comcast.net
Pembroke
■Pembroke Community Power plans to launch March 1, 2024. Information letters detailing the benefits – and how to be part of Pembroke Community Power or to opt out – are being mailed starting Jan. 22. The Pembroke Energy Committee is hosting a public informational meeting on Jan. 31 at 6:30 p.m in the Pembroke Academy Auditorium to explain how Pembroke Community Power works, provide some historical electricity cost data, and to answer customer questions. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, write to PembrokeEnergyCommittee@gmail.com or go to pembroke-nh.com/energy-committee.
■Pembroke Town Library: Movie Matinee, Monday Jan. 29, - 1 p.m. Come to the library for a free movie showing. Popcorn provided! This week’s movie: Oppenheimer. Free and open to the public.
JOCELYN CARLUCCI
taihi@comcast.net
Pittsfield
■The Pittsfield Old Home Day Committee will hold their first meeting on Mon, Jan. 29 at 6 p.m. at the Josiah Carpenter Library, 41 Main St. Potluck dinner (optional) will be held. New members are always welcome. Joy Church, 55 Barnstead Rd, will be sponsoring a FREE Fa.mily Movie night on Fri, Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m. The movie, “Elemental” will be shown - popcorn and drinks will be provided. Happy Birthday wishes to Lynn Lamy on Sun, Jan. 28; to my birthday buddies, Cheyenne Snedeker and Bill Provencal on Mon, Jan. 29; to Ruth Lawrence on Tues, Jan. 30; and to Maureen VanHorn on Fri, Feb. 2.
■Josiah Carpenter Library’s Stuffed Animal Sleepover! Join us on Sat, Feb. 3 at 6:30 p.m. for Pajama Storytime and a craft followed by cookies and milk. Bring your stuffed animal and tuck it in for a sleepover at the library before you go home. Come back after the weekend to pick up your stuffy and view the slideshow of all the sleepover fun.
■The First Session of Town Meeting (SB2- Deliberative Session) will be held on Sat, Feb. 3 at 10 a.m at the HS Gym. The snow date is Mon, Feb. 5 at 7 p.m.
ANDREA RIEL
pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com
Warner
■Learn about Warner Community Power, a low cost and flexibly sourced energy option coming to Warner residents in March, at a public Information Session on Tues., Jan. 30, 5 p.m, at Warner Town Hall. Last year, Warner residents voted at Town Meeting to join the energy cooperative managed by Community Power Coalition of NH, which purchases energy on behalf of a growing number of towns, cities and counties. More information is available at communitypowernh.gov/warner or cpcnh.org.
■Interested in learning more about the goings-on at Town Hall? Read the public notices at warner.nh.us/notices/. Hot topics include learning how to file for a position in town government, volunteering on town committees, attending public meetings including those of the Hazard Mitigation Committee, and much more.
■Join the fun at the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum for the second annual Snow Snake Festival, Sat., Feb. 3, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event is snow dependent so stay tuned for last minute details. The museum will be open and serving refreshments. Snow Snake is an ancient game played by Northeast tribes involving sliding a wooden snake along a trough of snow to see how far it goes! Fun for all ages.
ELIBET CHASE
warnertowncrier@gmail.com
Webster
■There will be a meeting to discuss and answer questions relative to Webster Community Power that will be coming to Webster in March. The meeting will be held on Monday, January 29 at the Town Hall beginning at 6:30 p.m. For information visit communitypowernh.gov/webster
■The Select Board will be holding a public hearing on Tuesday, February 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Grange Hall at Town Hall. The purpose of the hearing is the present the proposed 2024 budget. Pillsbury Lake Village District will hold a public meeting to present their 2024 budget on Wednesday, February 14 at 7 p.m.
■From the Webster Free Public Library: The NH Downloadable Books from the NH State Library wants patrons to know that this service will never send you a text message asking you to verify your account or add a credit card. You may receive email notifications or app notifications on your phone about holds or expiring titles, but never text messages. Please delete any “Libby” text message without tapping links or responding with information.
NANCY PICTHALL-FRENCH
jobar2003@yahoo.com