Birch Heights Events
Independence Day BBQ - Sunday, July 5, 2009 11am -1pm
Flower & Art Gala - Sunday, July 26, 2009 9am -12pm (noon) Where: Birch Heights, 7 Kendall Pond Rd., Derry
Enjoy one or all of these events, whether its learning valuable tips about home selling and moving or just celebrating the 4th with a hot dog and chips. For more information about all of these events call (603) 425-7755.
Family Fare
Family Fare features different events for 6 weeks throughout the summer set to please all ages. All events will take place in Victory Park Thursdays at 6pm. Following is a list of events: Wildlife Encounters/Living Treasure/A Pirate Journey - July 9, 2009
Marcus Gale (puppeteer and guitarist)- July 16, 2009
Dan Grady and his Marvelous Marionettes - July 23, 2009
Mr. Phil the Magician - July 30, 2009
Wildlife Adventures/Outback Adventure - August 6, 2009
The Norman Magic Experience - August 13, 2009
Tommy Gallant Jazz Festival
When: Sunday, July 5, 2009
Where: Prescott Park, Portsmouth
Time: 12pm/noon - 6pm Come celebrate the art of jazz music with the 14th Annual Tommy Gallant Jazz Festival. A suggested donation of $5 -$8 per person will be collected at the door and the proceeds will go towards the New Hampshire Library of Traditional Jazz, which seeks to promote the history and tradition of jazz in the area. For more information please visit www.prescottpark.org or call (603) 436-2848.
Shooters Basketball Camp
When: Monday, July 6 - Friday, July 10, 2009
Where: Hesser College Gymnasium, Manchester
Time: 9am - 12pm For fun this summer, consider Shooters Basketball Camp, brought to you by the Mass Marvels, New Hampshire's Semi Pro Women's Basketball Team. The camp is open to girls ages 10-17 (grades 5-11) and costs $75 per camper. The fee includes a free camp T-shirt! For more information please contact Erica Knolhoff at (603) 296-6384.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
When: Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Where: Londonderry Lions Club, 259 Mammoth Road, Londonderry
Time: 1pm - 6pm Come out to give blood and help make a difference in someone's life. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are recommended. All presenting donors in the Londonderry area will recieve a coupon for a free carton of ice cream, redeemable at participating Friendly's restaurants. For more information and to make an appointment please call the Red Cross at 1-800-262-2660 or visit www.newenglandblood.org/nh
CIGNA/Elliot 5K Team Captain Meeting
When: Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Where: Elliot Hospital Conference Center, Ground Floor, Manchester
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm If you are a team captain for the 5K Corporate Road Race, please come out to this meeting where we will discuss chrono trank timing, deadlines, corporate T-shirts, volunteers, and fundraising. Refreshments and some surprises await you! Please RSVP to Carol at (603) 663-8934.
Career Changers Open House
When: Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Where: NHTI Student Center, Room 225, Concord, NH
Time: 6:30pm Come learn how to complete your college degree, earn a certificate, and gain employable skills. For more information and to register visit www.nhti.edu/careerchange or contact the Continuing Education Office at (603) 271-7122 or nhtidce@ccsnh.edu.
Summer Lunchtime Concert Series
When: Thursdays, July, 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6, 2009
Where: Milford Oval
Time: 12pm/noon - 1pm
Get out of the office for lunch this summer and come enjoy some great live music. Live acts including Amy Conley, Marlena Phillips, Rob Oxford, A La Carte, and the Air Force Colonial Brass Quintet will perform respectively on Thursdays in July and August. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase one for $5 at the event. For more information please visit www.milfordoval.net or call (603) 672-4567.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
When: Thursday, July 9, 2009
Where: Knights of Columbus Hall, 37 Main Street, Salem
Time: 1pm - 7pm Come out to give blood and help make a difference in someone's life. All presenting donors in the Salem area will recieve a coupon for a free carton of ice cream, redeemable at participating Friendly's restaurants. For more information please visit www.newenglandblood.org/nh or call the Red Cross at 1-800-262-2660.
SolarFest
When: Friday, July 10 - Sunday, July 12, 2009
Where: 12 McNamara Road, Tinmouth, Vermont
SolarFest is a unique annual event powered entirely be renewable energy and featuring speakers, over 95 workshops, exhibitions, crafts, food, and live musical entertainment from a variety of genres. Tickets range from $20 - $45. Chidlren 12 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. For more information about tickets, vendors, performers, and this unique event please visit www.solarfest.org.
Nashua Public Library's Plaza Pics Movie Series
When: Last 4 Friday's in July (10, 17, 24, 31)
Where: Greeley Park, Nashua
Time: live music begins at 4pm, shows are at dusk (approx. 8:30pm) Come join us for fun at the movies this summer, starting off with the Kick Off event on July 10th. There will be live music until dusk and Nashua High School student films, finishing with the movie "WRECKED" by Ben Proulx and Joe Lopez . The screenings are free and open to the public. For more information please visit www.communityeventsLLC.com and www.BenProulxFilms.com.
2009 Castle Car Show
When: Saturday, July 11
Where: The Castle in the Clouds (Rte 171 Moultonboro, NH)
Regristration: $15 per car, includes 2 entrance tickets to the Castle
Come join us for the 3rd annual antique & classic "Castle Car Show". Antique & Classic cars 25 years and older are welcome! Gates open at 8am for car arrivals. Castle Grounds are open to the Public at 10am. Trophies and Dash Plaques will be presented. This event is rain or shine!
To register online visit www.CastleCarShow.com
The Hidden Gems of Bedford
When: Saturday, July 11, 2009
Where: Bedford Town Offices, 24 North Amherst Road
Time: 9am - 3pm The Bedford Women's Club is hosting a self-guided garden tour including seven gardens, the Bedford Historical Society buildings, sculptures, a Peace Garden, and a covered bridge. Tickets may be purchased in advance for $20 or on the day of the event from 8:30 to 12pm/noon for $25. Pick up your ticket and map at the Bedford Town Offices and begind your tour there with the Bedford Historical Society Open House. The event will take place rain or shine. For more information please visit www.bedfordwomensclub.org or call (603) 472-3731 or e-mail BedfordGardenTour@gmail.com.
6th Anniversary of the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial
When: Saturday July 11th, 2009
Where: Veteran's Cemetary, Boscawen, NH
Time: 1:30pm Join us to honor the men who gave it all in Vietnam and to remember our POW/MIAs. This is our wall in NH. Let's not forget it and the men whose names are on it. This event is rain or shine. For more information please contact Bob Williams at (603) 627-0553.
Grand Opening of our 2nd year of Front Street Market
Where: Front Street Market (1 Front Street, Rollinsford NH)
When: Sunday, July 11 from 9am-3pm Join us in the parking lot of the Upper Salmon Falls Mills! Bring your friends and family too this wonderful family themed open air market. Local growers will be on hand as well as your favorite Front Street Market Vendors. Pamper yourself andyour loved ones with one-stop shopping!
Attn Growers, Crafters, and Artists: We are still looking to add unique vendors, for more information please send photos and questions to jadasjems@hotmail.com
Goffstown's Special Olympic Team give back!
When: July 11 at 1:30pm
Where: Electric You Hairs Salon (corner of Mast Road & Roy Streets in Goffstown) Come join the Goffstown's Special Olympic Team Uncanoonuc Athlete's raise money to help a fellow Goffstown student and his family as he is fighting Hodgkins Lymphoma. All proceeds are going to Shayne Pouget and Family! It's a perfect way for them to give back to the community that has been so generous to Special Olympics, so come on down!
Fiesta De Musica
When: Sunday, July 12, 2009
Where: Chabot-McDonough Field, Memorial High School, Manchester
Time: 5:30pm Join us for this special evening of music and marching competition featuring 7 drum & bugle corps. General admission tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and kids under the age of 12. Special rates for groups of 10 or more are available. For tickets or further information please call (603) 682-3438 or visit www.muchachos.org.
Public Hearing
When: Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Where: Governor's Commission on Disability, 57 Regional Drive, Concord
Time: 3pm - 4pm This public hearing will address an amendment to the State Plan for Independent Living. The hearing is open to the public and may be of interest to individuals with disabilities. Individuals interested in attending should call Paula Ninivaggi if special accommodations are needed at 1-800-852-3405 ext.0476.
High School Musical
When: Friday and Saturday, July 17 -18, 2009 and July 24 - 25, 2009
Where: Veteran's Park, Manchester
Time: pre-show entertainment begins at 6:30pm, show is at 8pm Come join the New Thalian Players as they present Disney's High School Musical for the 5th anniversary of Theatre in the Park, an free event offered each summer in Manchester. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and get ready for raffles, prizes, food, and a great show. For more information please visit www.newthalianplayers.org.
Feature Artists Reception
When: Saturday, July 18, 2009
Where: East Colony Fine Art Gallery, Langer Place, 55 South Commercial St., Manchester
Time: 4pm-7pm Come celebrate East Colony Fine Art Gallery's Feature Artists for the month of July, Laurel Jamieson and Mary Walker. Their exhibitions, titled "Found Objects" will run from June 30th to July 25th. For more information visit www.eastcolony.com or call (603) 621-7400.
Granite State Thunder Run/Poker Run
When: Saturday, July 18, 2009
Where: Naults Honda Powerhouse, Second Street, Manchester
Time: 9am Come out and join your fellow bikers for a ride to benefit Rolling Thunder, Inc. NH Chapter One, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting American veterans and the POW/MIA issue. The ride will go to four different stops, including one at Carraba's Italian Grill for a catered lunch for all participants. There will be prizes throughout the day, concluding with the give away of a brand new 2008 Honda VT 750 Shadow courtesy of Naults Honda Powerhouse. Riders can pre-register at Naults or Carraba's and can register the day of the event at Naults. The ride is $25 per rider and $10 per passenger. For more information please call Naults Honda Powerhouse at (603) 669-7220.
Hillsborough Food Pantry Reconstruction Kick-off
When: Saturday, July 18, 2009
Where: Hillsborough Food Pantry, Church Street, Hillsborough
Time: 12pm/noon Come celebrate the beginning of reconstruction for the Hillsborough Food Pantry after a year and half long fundraising campaign. The new center will be space and energy efficient, thus helping to better serve the NH community. All are invited to this free event. For more information please visit www.hillsboroughfoodpantry.org.
4th Annual Garden and Artisan Tour
Host: the Gilmanton Year Round Library Garden and Artisan Tour
When: July 25th from 10-3
Admission: Tickets are $15 each and $5 for a boxed lunch Please join us to benefit the Gilmanton Year Round Library. Visit the wonders of 8 spectacular and distinct gardens that all include talented local artisans.
For further information please contact Carolyn (603) 267-6098 or Sue (603) 267-1905 or visit www.gyrla.org
Chimera Gallery Special Exhibits
When: Now through August 27, 2009
Where: Chimera Gallery in the Picker Buidling, 99 Factory Street Extension, Nashua Enjoy the work of the artists of Chimera Gallery's summer season - Art Ferrier, Dominique Boutaud, and Francisco de la Barra- all summer long through August 27. For more information about the exhibits, please contact Nancy Ferrier at (603) 888-2661 or aferrier@comcast.net.
Cactus Jack's & T-Bones Play to Win Initiative
When: Now through August 30, 2009
Where: Cactus Jack's, 782 South Willow Street, Manchester and T-Bones, 25 South River Road, Bedford In order to combat the budget issues Manchester high schools are facing, Cactus Jack's and T-Bones have decided that each time a Manchester high school employee or student shows their school ID, 10% of their bill will be donated to Manchester high schools' sports and related programs. For more information please call (603) 627-8600.
Light the Night Save at the Pumps
When: Saturday, September 26, 2009
Where: Greeley Park, Nashua
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Soceity have declared July and August "Light the Night Save at the Pumps" months. While supplies last, registerd walkers will earn free gas when raising funds using their Light the Night fundraising web page. All the walkers will then come together on September 26 for the Light the Night Walk. Funds raised support the mission to cure leukemia, Hodgkin's and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, and myeloma. Walkers that have already registered can go to their web pages to get started. If you are looking to register, please visit www.lightthenight.org/ma or contact Claire Hennessy at (800) 688-6572.