Allenstown

The Allenstown Supervisor of the Checklist will take voter registrations on Oct. 22 from 7 to 7:30 p.m. at the Allenstown Town Hall, 16 School Street, Allenstown. Voters can also change their party affiliation at that time.

The Allenstown Board of Selectmen will meet on Oct. 7 at 6 p.m. at the Allenstown Town Hall, 16 School Street.

The Pembroke Women’s Club held their annual mum sale and want to send a thank you to the community for their support. They donated $100 to Boxes of Love for the Homeless and $200 to CAP in Suncook.

St. John the Baptist Parish Nurse will hold health counseling and blood pressure screenings on Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Parish Hall.

The Community Table will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 8, starting at 5 p.m. at the Parish Hall, 10 School Street.

The Penny Sale and Harvest Bazaar will be held at St. John the Baptist Parish Hall, 10 School Street, starting on Oct. 25 from 5 to 8 p.m., Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be children’s activities, raffles, jewelry, a bake sale, books, and more. Friday night will feature sausage and steak subs. On Saturday night, the Knights of Columbus will host their famous spaghetti supper, and on Sunday, Pat and Steve will be cooking.

The Suncook Senior Center is no longer printing hard copies of its newsletter. To receive an electronic version, please send your email address to Carol at cschiferle@capbm.org.

Birthday celebrations will be held at noon on Oct. 10.

Bone Builders is held from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday; Bingo is held from 10 a.m. to noon on Monday and Thursday; Klunk is held from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on Monday and Wednesday; Chair Yoga is held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday for a fee of $5; Cribbage is held from 10:15 a.m. to noon on Tuesday.

Boscawen

A Day of Fun for All Ages is happening on Saturday, sponsored by the Boscawen Economic Development Committee. Join them for their Second Annual Pumpkin Walk & Ride from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Jamie Welch Park. Activities include a scenic 12-mile loop along the Rail Trail, a bike repair workshop, and a free kids’ craft workshop starting at 11 a.m. Local food and drink vendors will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stay until 2 p.m. to cheer on your favorite team at the Third Annual Police vs. Fire Softball Game.

On Monday, “Beginner’s Guide to Cemetery Sleuthing” will be presented at the Boscawen Public Library at 6:30 p.m. Erin Moulton will explain the meaning behind cemetery iconography, abbreviations, epitaphs, and more. No signup is required.

“The Last Thing He Told Me” by Laura Dave is the topic of the Book Discussion Group at the Boscawen Public Library on Tuesday at 2 p.m. More books are available if you are unable to attend.

Be sure to reserve your pass for the Squam Lakes Science Center before it closes on Nov. 1. Patrons of the Boscawen Public Library get discounted passes, so call 603-753-8576 or stop by to pick up your pass.

The Town Administrative Offices and the Boscawen Public Library will be closed on Monday, Oct. 14, for Columbus/Indigenous Peoples Day.

Bow

The Young at Heart Club will meet on Oct. 9 at the Bow Old Town Hall, 91 Bow Center Road. Rebecca Rule, New Hampshire’s own writer, humorist, storyteller, and host of the “Hometown Series” on New Hampshire Public Radio, will be speaking. Bring your own lunch at 11:30 a.m., and the film begins at 12:30 p.m. For more information about the club or to become a member, contact Peter Cherici at (603) 774-7682 or email fairfield_a@hotmail.com.

The Bow Rotary Club is seeking donations for its upcoming scholarship auction, which supports community scholarships and camperships. This year’s theme is “Reaching for the Stars.” The online auction will take place from Nov. 6-9. Contact the Bow Rotary Club through its website for more information.

The Bow Garden Club will host its next event on Oct. 14 at the Baker Free Library with a presentation by Uncanoonuc Foraging Company of Goffstown on “Fungi and Mushrooms Everywhere: Unveiling the History, Beauty, and Practical Applications of Our Neighbors.” The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a light dinner, followed by the program at 6:30 p.m.

Chichester

The Supervisors of the Checklist will meet on Monday, Oct. 7, from 10:30 to 11 a.m. to register voters and make corrections and additions to the checklist.

The Library Book Sale will take place on Saturday, Oct. 12.

The Cemetery Trustees will meet on Oct. 7 at 9 a.m. at the Historical Society Building.

The Historical Society will meet Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. to noon at the Society Building.

The Park and Recreation Committee will meet at Carpenter Park at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 9.

Congratulations to Winding Wicks Farm for their wins with Romney sheep at the Big E, receiving Supreme Champion Ewe and Grand Champion White Romney Ewe awards.

National Fire Prevention Week is Oct. 6-12. Watch for fire prevention tips from the Chichester Fire Department.

Music and Movement is held on Thursdays at 11 a.m. at the library. Call 798-5613 for details on how this can help your child’s development. Preschool Storytime is on Tuesdays at 11 a.m.

Concord

Please join Concord Hospital Breast Care Center and the Payson Center for Cancer Care, 250 Pleasant St., for Breast Cancer Survivors’ Day on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. This free event is for individuals newly diagnosed or who are survivors of breast cancer.

All God’s creatures are invited for a blessing in the St. Paul’s Church Garden, 21 Centre St., on Saturday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. Please bring pets leashed or crated, or bring a photo or stuffed animal representation instead.

The Concord Public Library, 45 Green St., will hold a French conversation group on Tuesdays, Oct. 8 and Oct. 22, at 5 p.m. For more details, email Ali Sekou at asekou12@gmail.com.

On Saturday, Oct. 12, at 2 p.m., the New Hampshire Historical Society, 30 Park St., will host award-winning writer and columnist Keith Gentili, who will share his experiences hiking the 48 highest peaks of the White Mountain National Forest. Admission is free for Society members and $7 for nonmembers.

The Kancamagus Highway, considered one of the most scenic roads in America, draws thousands of tourists annually. Join historian and author Glenn Knoblock at the Historical Society on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at 7 p.m., to learn more. Admission is free for Society members and $5 for nonmembers. Advance registration is required.

Gibson’s Bookstore, 45 S Main St., will hold a “Meet the Authors” mocktail party on Saturday, Oct. 12, at 2 p.m., featuring local horror authors.

On Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m., Gibson’s welcomes parenting expert Rachel “Shug” Coler Mulholland as she presents her new book, The Birds, The Bees, and the Elephant in the Room: Talking to Your Kids about Sex and Other Sensitive Topics.

Dunbarton

Dunbarton parents, guardians, grandparents, and school staff are invited for a night out to kick off the PTO’s biggest fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 6 to 9 p.m. Proceeds from charitable gaming benefit the PTO and DES programming. Enjoy free refreshments and food before trying your luck at the games. Must be 21 to play. Please game responsibly. REVO (formerly Filatimo) is located at 1279 S. Willow Street, Manchester. RSVP by Wednesday, Oct. 9, at https://bit.ly/REVO_RSVP.

The Dunbarton Library’s “Read to Dogs” program will be held on Thursday, Oct. 10, and Thursday, Oct. 24. Children in grades K-4 will have a 20-minute session from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Register with the library.

The Library Book Group meets at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 16, to discuss All That She Carried by Tiya Alicia Miles.

The Congregational Church’s “Beyond the Book” group is reading Soul Boom by Rainn Wilson. The discussion will take place on Thursday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. on Zoom or in the Vestry. Contact Barbara for the location or Zoom link at bennett98@comcast.net.

Epsom

The Epsom Public Library will host a Teen and Adult Art Class, “Funky, Crazy Birds Watercolor Painting,” on Monday, Oct. 7, at 6 p.m.

Pumpkin People Craft Day is on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 10 to 11 a.m. The library will provide art supplies, including paint, glue, yarn, paper, and miscellaneous decorations. Participants are encouraged to bring their own pumpkin or gourd, as there will be a limited number of free pumpkins available.

The 3rd Annual Pumpkin People Contest will accept entries until Oct. 19. No carving allowed.

The Valley Artisans of Epsom invite you to attend their 43rd Open House on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring jewelry designer Judy Leshinski, who will demonstrate hand-knotting necklaces using natural gemstones and freshwater pearls. On Sunday, Oct. 13, from 1 to 3 p.m., ceramic artist Jackie Nyberg will demonstrate creating sculptural pumpkins.

Hillsborough

The American Legion Auxiliary Craft Fair will be held on Saturday, Nov. 2. For more information or to reserve a table, call Katie at 603-680-4010.

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, the Fuller Public Library will host “Black Bear Happenings in NH,” a NH Fish & Game program, at 6:30 p.m. Learn about the natural history of this intriguing animal, its habitat needs, and ways to avoid costly conflicts. Please call the library to register at 603-464-3595.

On Thursday, Oct. 10, meet Ingeborg Seaboyer, the Artist of the Month, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fuller Public Library. Ingeborg is a lifelong resident of Derry, New Hampshire. Her drawing is inspired by her career as a forester with the State of New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands.

Henniker/Weare

The Town of Weare is accepting proposals for engineering services. Send to Board of Selectmen, 15 Flanders Memorial Road. Proposal responses should be clearly marked “Engineering Services.”

Donations are being accepted at Vaillancourt Fuels for the Spooner Family Account in memory of Zach Spooner.

Henniker and Weare libraries both have wonderful schedules this month of all sorts of activities. Check out their websites.

Congrats to JSRHS sports teams for good showings over Homecoming Weekend.

Hopkinton/Contoocook

Changing Lives Equine Center is collecting men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing and accessories, as well as household textiles such as bedding, towels, tablecloths, and curtains. All items must be clean and in sellable condition. Funds raised will support older rescue horses used for therapeutic riding. Donations will be accepted until Oct. 11 at Dawn-Mar Ranch, 64 Stumpfield Road, Hopkinton. To arrange for pickup, text Kath at 603-724-3452 or email kathb123@comcast.net.

Registration for HYSA’s 2024-25 basketball season is now open. Please register at https://registration.teamsnap.com/form/13974 before Oct. 21. Evaluations for 3rd–6th grade will take place the week of Oct. 21. Practices will begin in early November. HYSA’s 7th–8th grade teams will begin practicing after middle school tryouts.

The Hopkinton Historical Society is presenting its ninth Living History Tour at the Davisville Cemetery on Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 19-20, at 1 p.m. Visitors will hear from 22 former residents of Warner, portrayed by local actors in period costumes, who will share stories about their lives and times. The event will be held rain or shine. Tickets are $10 for members of the Hopkinton and Warner historical societies and $15 for nonmembers. Visitors are encouraged to bring a folding chair and wear comfortable shoes.

Pembroke

The Pembroke Women’s Club hosted its annual mum sale and would like to thank the community for its support. Proceeds included a $100 donation to Boxes of Love for the Homeless and a $200 donation to CAP in Suncook.

The Pembroke Town Library will host Sensory Play Day on Monday, Oct. 7, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for children up to age five and their caregivers.

The Friends of the Pembroke Town Library Annual Meeting will be held on Monday, Oct. 7, at 7 p.m.

Preschool Storytime is on Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. This program is designed for children ages 3-5. Caregivers are welcome to join.

An Adult Book Discussion will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 11 a.m. The book is The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix. Extra copies of the book are provided at the library.

The 3rd Annual Fall Festival will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. Activities include a costume parade and a Hawks & Owls presentation from Squam Lakes. Friends of the Library will host a book sale.

Penacook

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. Visitors are allowed two bags of groceries and one bag of personal care items every two weeks unless extra food is available or in an emergency situation.

Pittsfield

The Josiah Carpenter Library is sponsoring “Six Pillars of Brain Health,” a workshop by AARP NH, on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 5:30 p.m. Call 603-435-8406 to reserve your spot.

The South Pittsfield Community Club will sponsor a Turkey Supper at the Club House, 444 Dowboro Road, on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Prices are $12 for adults, $8 for children ages 6-12, and free for children under 6.

Salisbury

The Salisbury Historical Society will host Pamela Weeks speaking on “New England Quilts and the Stories They Tell” at Salisbury Town Hall, 645 Old Turnpike Road, on Tuesday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m. The public is invited at no charge. Guests are encouraged to bring one quilt for identification or to share its story.

The Hearse House Museum will be open from 5 to 6 p.m. on the same day for visitors to see Salisbury’s historic quilts and other treasures.

On Saturday, Oct. 12, at 11 a.m., the Salisbury Free Library will host a presentation by the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, featuring three live owls that reside in New Hampshire forests, fields, or wetlands. This program was made possible by the Salisbury Haunted Barn & Trail Charity.

Warner

On Saturday, Oct. 5, from 4 to 6 p.m., enjoy singer-songwriters Click Horning and Matthew Alexander in concert at The Gallery at MainStreet Bookends. Free to the public with a $10 suggested donation.

MainStreet Warner will kick off its Lodge Project campaign on Friday, Oct. 11, at 5 p.m. at The Lodge, 17 Church Street. Learn about plans to create a community kitchen, meeting room, and performance venue.

Warner’s 77th Annual Fall Foliage Festival will be held Oct. 11-13. Music, craft fair, midway, book and bake sales, and oxen and woodsmen’s competitions are just a few activities planned.

Webster

The Town of Webster is sponsoring a candidate forum on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Grange Hall, 945 Battle Street. Invitations have been sent to candidates for various offices, including State Senate District 7 and State Representative District 26. Refreshments will be served.

The Town Clerk’s office will be open on Tuesday, Oct. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. The office will be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 9.