The Old Home Day parade will be held on Aug. 24 with the parade starting at 10 a.m. on School Street in Allenstown. The parade will go down School Street to Main Street into Pembroke and down Pleasant Street to Memorial Field, where a lot of activities will be going on: raffles, games, music, and food. Come and join in the fun.
The Allenstown Supervisor of the Checklist will hold a session on Aug. 31 from 11 to 11:30 a.m. at the Allenstown Town Hall, 16 School Street. You will not be able to change party affiliation at this time.
Bear Brook State Park still has summer events going on, and on Aug. 24, there is a Ford Bronco Wild Fund at the Bathhouse Pavilion/Trails. Also, on Aug. 24 and 25 at Hayes Field, they are holding a Dynamic Cycling Clinic.
The Town of Allenstown will hold the state primary election on Sept. 10 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Allenstown Elementary School, 30 Main Street.
St. John the Baptist Sainte Therese Rosebush Society will meet on Aug. 28 at 6 p.m. at the Parish Hall.
The Knights of Columbus will be hosting a Freewill Offering Back to Church BBQ after 4 p.m. Mass on Sept. 7 and will serve BBQ chicken, hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, corn on the cob, coleslaw, drinks, and desserts. Takeout is available.
The Annual Parish Penny Sale will take place from Oct. 25 to 27, and they are looking for donations of new items, cash donations, or gift certificates. These can be brought to the Parish Office from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The Suncook Senior Center will hold a Back to School Celebration BBQ at 9 a.m. on Aug. 29. The fourth Friday of every month at 10 a.m., they will learn how to play a new game called Hand, Foot, and Elbow. It sounds like a lot of fun. Bone Builders is held from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. on Monday and Wednesday. Bingo is held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. Klunk is held from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday and Thursday. Chair Yoga is held from 9 to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, and the cost is $5. Cribbage Club is held from 10:15 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Tuesday.
Today is Boscawen Old Home Day!
Swanky Swine are colorfully decorating Boscawen neighborhoods and streets, and the winners will be announced today at Jamie Welch Park. Kudos to all the creative folks who participated!
The parade starts at 11 a.m. at the Town Offices parking lot and heads up North Main Street, ending at Boscawen Elementary School.
Stop by the Craft Fair at the Boscawen Congregational Church Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A food truck will be available.
Jamie Welch Park is the site of fun and games for kids and adults following the parade. A cornhole tournament starts at 12 p.m., and a basketball tournament at 4 p.m. for $25 per team. Food trucks will be available from noon to dusk.
Twiggs Gallery is hosting their Annual Poetry Reading, Open Mic & Pie on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m. It’s free and delicious.
Terra String Quartet from Avaloch Farm Music Institute will play at Twiggs Gallery on Wednesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Supervisors of the Checklist are available on Tuesday from 6 to 6:30 p.m. for voter registration applications and changes. No other changes can be made to the list until Election Day.
The Select Board meets on Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the fourth-floor conference room at the Town Office Building.
The First Friday Coffee House at the Congregational Church resumes on Sept. 6 with Mary Fagan and the Honey Bees. Doors open at 6:30, and the performance starts at 7 p.m. and ends around 10 p.m. Free with donations appreciated. Food and beverages can be purchased. Email highstreetcoffeehouse@gmail.com to sign up for Open Mic.
Merrimack Valley School District welcomes new and returning students on Wednesday.
The Young at Heart Club will be meeting on Aug. 28 (at the same time and place) where Bow Fire Chief Comeau will present information about fire safety. Bring your own lunch at 11:30 a.m., and the film begins at 12:30 p.m. For more information about the club and joining their meetings (guests are always welcome) or how to become a member, contact Peter Cherici at (603) 774-7682 or email at fairfield_a@hotmail.com.
The Bow Garden Club invites everyone to a free presentation on Sept. 9 on Putting Your Garden to Bed. Ron Trexler, UNH master gardener, will share tips and steps necessary to properly prepare your garden for winter, including finishing off annuals and vegetables and preparing perennial beds to reduce pests and disease. Refreshments are served at 6 p.m., and the program starts at 6:30 at the Bow Old Town Hall, 91 Bow Center Road. Please register ahead at register@bowgardenclub.org.
Good luck to all Bow High School fall sports teams as their seasons get underway. Home openers for the following teams are Aug. 29 at 4 p.m. girls soccer (versus Kingswood), Aug. 30 at 4 p.m. boys soccer (versus Kingswood), and girls field hockey (versus ConVal). Go to bhs.sau67.org/athletics for a complete list of Bow School District sports teams and schedules.
Elkins Public Library: Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 6 p.m.: The History of Quilts with Pamela Weeks. A collaboration with the New Canterbury Country Store. Quilts tell stories, and quilt history is full of myths and misinformation as well as heart-warming tales of service and tradition. This program is brought to Elkins Public Library through a special gift. Thank you!
The Supervisors of the Checklist will be in session on Wednesday, Aug. 28 from 4 to 4:30 p.m. at town hall to register voters and make corrections, additions, and deletions to the checklist. Changes in party affiliation cannot be accepted at this time.
Chichester Grange and the NH State Grange recently gave member Carlyle Shaw a tribute of memorial recognition. Carlyle was a 50-year member of the Chichester Grange and passed away this summer.
The Out of Your Attic Thrift Shop on Route 28 has free backpacks, lunch bags, and school supplies available on Saturday, Aug. 24. Suitcases are half off, kids socks 2 pairs for 25 cents. Shoes and sandals are half off.
The Historical Society will meet on Aug. 27 at 9 a.m. BCEP Solid Waste District will have their monthly meeting on Aug. 29 at 6 p.m. at their Pittsfield location.
On what would have been Christa McAuliffe’s 76th birthday, Monday, Sept. 2 at 10 a.m., Concord will gather to see the unveiling of her Memorial Statue on the NH State House lawn. Don’t miss this very special event! The McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center is hosting a weekend full of events before. Go to starhop.com/legacyofchrista for more information.
On Wednesday, Sept. 11, The Scott Kirby Trio presents An Evening of Folk Rock with Concord native Scott Kirby, cellist Ashley Bathgate, and Gabriel Donohue, former member of The Chieftains. See them at the City Auditorium, 2 Prince Street for free at 7:30 p.m.
The Concord Kiwanis Club will hold its 37th Annual Antique and Classic Car Show on Saturday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at NHTI. Show cars are $20, and general admission is $3. Children are free. Please, no pets. The Kiwanis food trailer will be available, and there will be free parking, a giant raffle, a 50/50, vendors, and restrooms. Additional information, call Chris Pappas, 603-224-1504.
Concord Crew is gearing up for a busy season down at the Bert Whittemore Boathouse. Come down for a Youth Only Concord Crew Open House on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. No experience is necessary for middle and high schoolers to get in a boat and try rowing or coxswaining. Saturday, Sept. 28 from 8 to 11 a.m., it’s a rowing scrimmage that is open to the public. Come see a local regatta! Questions? Email info@concordcrew.org.
On Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 6:30 p.m. at Gibson’s Bookstore, 45 South Main Street, journalist and Gilmanton resident Bill Donahue presents his new book, Unbound: Unforgettable True Stories from the World of Endurance Sports reported on five continents.
Restoration Foursquare Church, 39 Fayette Street, wants you to know unwanted newborns are welcome there under NH Safe Haven Law. The church will not report identities. They do this between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. For more information or other Safe Havens, call the 24-hour Hotline at 1-888-510-2229.
Experience Downtown every month on First Friday on Sept. 6 from 4 to 8 p.m. on Main Street. Enjoy a lively evening filled with art, music, food, and fun. Visit intownconcord.org/first-friday/ to learn more!
Charcuterie Board Making & Wine Tasting is on Wednesday, Sept. 4, and Thursday, Sept. 5, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 9 North Main Street. Participants will learn how to build a charcuterie board with cut and style meat and cheese and enjoy a wine tasting specially chosen to pair with charcuterie! $65 per person includes all materials, instruction, and wine, and participants go home with their own board. This is a 21+ event. Register at tinyurl.com/4wzb3akz.
Mugshot returns to Makris, 354 Sheep Davis Road, on Monday, Sept. 2 in the backyard. The food is awesome, the staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is amazing!
Enjoy a late summer Friday evening, Sept. 6 from 5 to 8 p.m. with The Gents on the patio at Feathered Friend Brewing, 231 South Main Street, weather permitting! Great beer, great people, and live music to start your weekend right at the Rock Show!
It’ll be Happy Hour at Granite Restaurant and Bar, 96 Pleasant Street, for good drinks and better times Tuesdays through Fridays from 3 to 6 p.m.
Music on the Patio Presents: Andrea Paquin on Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Enjoy some sunshine, light bites, and drinks every Wednesday at The Courtyard by Marriott, 70 Constitution Avenue.
Parlez-vous français? Join in on Tuesday at the Library, 45 Green Street, to get reacclimated with your fluency, improve reading and writing ability, and expand life and job skills. They meet twice each month at 5 p.m. Please email Ali Sekou for more details: asekou12@gmail.com.
Get help with eBooks, downloadables, and library databases this Web Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Heights Branch Library, 14 Canterbury Road. Learn about eBooks, downloadables, library databases, and other questions you may have. Bring your own device or borrow one of our Chromebooks.
City Offices will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 in observance of Labor Day. Trash and recycling collection for Monday will be postponed to Tuesday. Collection will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week into Saturday. The Concord Transfer Station will be closed on Sunday and Monday.
It’s the Saturday Street Closure for the Farmers Market on Aug. 24 and 31 from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Capitol Street will be closed from Main Street to North State Street.
There’s a Block Party on Sunday, Aug. 25 from noon to 9 p.m., closing Sunset Avenue from Brookside Drive to South Street.
The Celebration of Christa McAuliffe and Unveiling of Statue on Monday, Sept. 2, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. will close Capitol Street from North Main Street to North State Street.
The Supervisors of the Checklist will hold a session at the Town Office on Thursday, Aug. 29 from 5 to 5:30 p.m. for additions and corrections to the Checklist. No party changes can be made until after the state primary election on Sept. 10.
The Dunbarton Garden Club (DGC) NEWS: Annual Mum Sale is right around the corner! Visit the DGC at Page’s Corner, 15 Concord Stage Road in Dunbarton to purchase your fall mums, pumpkins, cornstalks, and more. They accept cash and major credit cards. The mum sale is their largest fundraiser of the year, and they appreciate your support in helping them maintain their garden club activities to support our community.
Dates and hours: Thurs, Sept. 5: 1 to 6 p.m.; Fri, Sept. 6 and Sat, Sept. 7: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sun, Sept. 8: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. or while supplies last.
Garden Club meeting Mon, Sept. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Town Hall (second floor), 1004 School Street in Dunbarton. Enjoy social time for the first 30 minutes. The agenda begins at 7 p.m. Catch up on the 2024 happenings, including Daffodils for Dunbarton, the annual mum sale, and upcoming programming. Meetings are open to the public. For more info: contactdgc03046@gmail.com or Facebook Dunbarton Garden Club.
The DCC Book Club: Beyond the Book meets Thurs., Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. to discuss The Day the World Came to Town by Jim DeFede. Place TBA. For more information and to confirm date and time, contact Barbara at barbbennett51@gmail.com.
Miss Hannah will be gone until Aug. 28, so there will not be a story time on Monday the 26th or Wednesday the 28th. Monday Lego Club will meet at 3:30 p.m. The Knitters Group will meet on Tuesday evening at 5 p.m. Movie Matinee at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday: The King’s Daughter. Bouncing Babies on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. Thinker Thursday at 4 p.m. The library will be closed on Friday the 30th.
Supervisors of the Checklist will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 28 at 4 p.m. at the town office: 1598 Dover Road to register voters, make corrections, additions, and deletions to the checklist. Changes in party affiliation cannot be accepted at this time. This will be the last date to accept voter registrations. No additions or corrections shall be made to the checklist after this session until election day.
Happy birthday Nancy Wheeler on Thursday, and Stacy Clarke on Friday. Hope you have wonderful celebrations! Happy belated anniversary to Rick & Stacy Davis on Friday (23rd)!
This week’s Free Concerts in the Park Thursday, Aug. 29 presents The Sweetbloods starting at 5 p.m. Mark your calendars ahead for Thursdays through Sept. 5 and enjoy a great evening at Marceau Park in the middle of downtown Franklin. Bring your favorite chair or blanket and browse the Farmers Market.
Thursdays at the Vets – Veterans Memorial Recreational Area, 5 – 8 p.m. Help support this volunteer-run family recreation area by eating at “the grill” with an incredible menu (beer/wine/soft drinks offered). Games, music, adventure, bring your mountain bikes! Enjoy the company and make new friends. Visit Veterans Memorial Recreation Area on Facebook to keep up with all activities.
Volunteers are needed for Granite United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. It’s not too early to show an interest. If you are willing to help low-income families prepare their tax returns, this volunteer opportunity is for you. Training is provided to become an Intake Specialist, Tax Preparer, or Facilitator. For more information: Contact Paula Gay at paula.gay@graniteuw.org or call 603-892-0098.
Studio Two is this week’s concert at the Angela Robinson Bandstand in Henniker Tuesday from 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, the Henniker Community Market presents Crowing for Lunch from 4 to 7 p.m.
Chase Park at Lake Horace will close on Oct. 14 for the season. Aug. 26-29 will be closed. Beach hours: Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sept. 2 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Sept. 7-8 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.; Sept. 14-15 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Boat Ramp hours: Aug. 30 – Sept. 1 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 2 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.; Sept. 7-8 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 14-15 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Weare and Henniker’s Town Clerk’s offices will be closed for the state primary election on Sept. 10.
Fall sports began last week with John Stark High School Girls Varsity and Junior Varsity Soccer. Today (Saturday), boys and girls soccer, as well as football and girls field hockey, will be playing—good luck, Generals.
HYSA’s 2024 fall tennis program begins on Sept. 8. The program will take place at 9 a.m. on Sunday mornings at the tennis courts in the back of Hopkinton Middle High School’s soccer field. Space is limited, so register now via TeamSnap at registration.teamsnap.com/form/11722.
Two Villages Art Society (TVAS) has an exhibit featuring the work of Campton artist Lizzy Berube. The exhibition “Somewhere to Remember” is free and open to the public. The exhibit runs through Sept. 7. Gallery hours are Thursday through Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m.
Shared Harvest 2024 Vegetable Donation Dates: Aug. 28 and Sept. 11. Please drop off your vegetables between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on our donation dates at the Slusser Center lower level. Tables and coolers will be set up outside to receive your donations. All donations support the food pantry.
Today is the day! Pembroke & Allenstown Old Home Day begins with a parade at 10 a.m. followed by all-day vendors and entertainment at Memorial Park. Fireworks kick off around 9 p.m. sponsored by Associated Grocers of New England. See you there!
The First Day of School for Merrimack Valley School District is Wednesday, Aug. 28.
Did you know that you can access the Concord Public Library’s book catalog at concordnh.gov/1983/Library? You can put holds on books using your library card and have them sent up to the Penacook Branch Library to pick up here. The Penacook Branch Library, at 3 Merrimack Street, is open Tuesdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursdays 12 noon to 5 p.m.
Joy in the Park at Dustin Park is hosted by Joy Church on Fri., Aug. 30, 6 p.m. Free cookout, face painting, music, games, and fun. Everyone is welcome to attend — Join us.
The Suncook Valley Rotary Club Hot Air Balloon 2024 Photo Contest is open. Did you take a great photo at the Balloon Rally? Enter the photo contest. Up to three entries per person. The deadline to enter is Sept. 4, 2024. Read the rules and enter at nhballoonrally.org/photo-contest/.
Attention PHS Class of 1984 – It’s our 40th Class Reunion this year!! Our reunion will be on Sat., Sept. 14 at Murphy’s Tap Room in Bedford. $75 per person. Invitations have been mailed, and there is a Facebook Event. If you plan on attending, please contact Andi Grainger Riel at pittsfieldtowncrier@hotmail.com or 603-435-6346 for info by Sat., Aug. 24.
The PMHS Varsity Girls Soccer team is selling fall mums for a fundraiser. 9″ pots are $12, and all proceeds go to the team. Color choices are Red, White, Pink/Lavender, Orange, and Yellow. Orders are due by Sept. 13, 2024. Please contact any PMHS Soccer player or message the team on Facebook at PMHS Girls Soccer to place your order.
The Salisbury Transfer Station will no longer be operating on Wednesday nights from 2 to 6 p.m. due to a lack of staffing. The change will become effective after Aug. 28. The Transfer Station will only be open on Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting Aug. 31. If anyone is interested in filling the vacant position to cover the Wednesday hours, please contact the Selectmen’s Office at salisburyadmin@tds.net or call 603-648-6320.
The state primary election voting will be on Sept. 10 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Salisbury Town Hall, located at 645 Old Turnpike Road, Salisbury NH. For more information, please reach out to the town clerk at tclerksalisbury@gmail.com.
The Salisbury Old Home Day Committee wishes to congratulate Marcel and Helen Binette for being nominated as Salisbury’s citizens of the year!
The United Church of Warner, together with the Historical Society, will be hosting their annual worship service at the Lower Warner Meeting House on Sunday, Aug. 25, at 10 a.m. Light refreshments will be provided, and tours of the meeting house will be offered from 12-1 p.m. Coming up, the UCC will initiate “Messy Worship: Creative Praise and Play” once a month starting on Aug. 25 from 12-2 p.m. Children and adults of all ages are welcome for snacks, songs, and worship-inspired arts and crafts, including Tibetan prayer flags, message rocks, trees and leaves, and Dia de Los Muertos shrines.
Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum is seeking donations for their Fall auction, including items, experiences, or gift cards. Feel free to contact them with questions by phone at 603-456-2600 or through email at info@indianmuseum.org.
Volunteer ballot counters are needed after the polls close on Tuesday, Sept. 10 and Tuesday, Nov. 5. Volunteers must be registered voters in the Town of Warner. If interested, contact Kathy Carson at kathy.carson50@gmail.com.
The Webster Congregational Church August Supper is tonight (Saturday) from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. There will be roast beef, mashed potatoes, gravy, carrots, broccoli, garden salad, homemade pies, and assorted desserts. Adults are $12, and children 15 and under are free. Thank you for your support of the Webster Congregational Church (945 Battle Street, Route 127).
Transfer Station Stickers are now available again at the Town Office. The cost per sticker is $5, and your license plate number is required.
Sip and Paint is back on Friday, Sept. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Pillsbury Lake Clubhouse. The cost is $20.