FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
WINDHAM: ‘An Enchanted Evening’ Gala
The evening benefit for Salem Family Resources will include cocktail hour, brief host presentation & awards, dinner, dancing, raffles, auctions and more. Cocktail attire required.
5-10:30 p.m., Searles Castle, 23 Searles Road
Cost: $125 per person
Info/tickets: salemfamilyresources.org
Questions? 603-458-8817
PELHAM: Imagination Lab (Ages 4-10)
Join for a craft or STEM activity to spark your imagination.
11 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Register: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
HAMPSTEAD: Might Have Missed It Matinee
Come watch Florence Foster Jenkins, rated PG-13.
1-3 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PELHAM: Yarn Lovers
Bring your own craft to do with your friends and neighbors. No instruction will be given, just good cheer.
11 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
KINGSTON: Walking Group
Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Join Michelle and walk around the track at Chase Field. This is a casual group where anyone can join at any time
8 a.m., Chase Field, Chase Street
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
PLAISTOW: Bone Builders
Tuesdays & Fridays
9-10 a.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276 / www.vicgearyseniordropincenter.org
PLAISTOW: Chair Yoga with Linda
Fridays
Chair yoga is a fun and supportive class. It is a safe way to stretch, to increase strength, and to improve flexibility. This class is appropriate for all levels of ability.
9:30-10:15 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Cost: $5 per person
Register: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
KINGSTON: Meditation
Fridays
Experience needed.
9:45 a.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
ATKINSON: People Helping People Genealogy Meetup
Gather with other people who are interested in Genealogy to share tips, exchange information, talk shop, etc.
10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
DERRY: Family Storytime on the Patio
Join Mr. Ray for an all age family storytime featuring fun stories and songs.
10-10:45 a.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
EAST KINGSTON: Story Hour
Fridays
10 a.m., East Kingston Public Library, 47 Maplevale Road
Info: 603-642-8333 / www.eastkingstonlibrary.org
EAST KINGSTON: Used Book Store Open
Fridays
The Used Book Store is run entirely by volunteers. The proceeds from the sales at the book store are used to help fund library programs and events.
10 a.m. — 5 p.m., Pound School, 41 Depot Road
Info: 603-775-1083 / www.eastkingstonlibrary.org
NEWTON: Book Review Circle
Meets on the 3rd Friday of each month.
Everyone reads different books and shares about them. New members are invited to attend and discuss their latest read. Come every month or just occasionally.
10 a.m., Gale Library, 16 South Main Street
Info: www.newton-nh.gov/gale-library
Questions? 603-382-4691
PLAISTOW: Busy Bears (Ages 3-6)
Busy Bears Story Hour is a terrific opportunity for your preschooler to explore some terrific books, move to some wiggly music, sing some fun songs, interact with their parent/special someone and create some cute crafts.
10-10:45 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Little Groove Music (Ages 0-5)
Little Groove Music will visit Kimball Library to introduce your little ones to music and instruments with this very special program.
10:15-11 a.m., Kimball Public Library, 5 Academy Ave.
Register: 603-362-5234 / www.kimballlibrary.com
KINGSTON: Cribbage
Fridays
Come in to play cribbage with others.
10:30 a.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
KINGSTON: Puzzle Group
Fridays
Join for a fun gathering of putting together jigsaw puzzles.
10:30 a.m., Kingston Community Library, 2 Library Lane
Info: 603-642-3521 / www.kingston-library.org
DERRY: CONNECT (Ages 0-6)
Connect with other families, make a child-friendly craft, enjoy snacks, stories, and useful parenting tips and resources followed by an interactive playtime.
10:45 a.m. – 12 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Info: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
PLAISTOW: Chair Yoga
Fridays
11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Vic Geary Senior Center, 18 Greenough Road
Info: 603-382-9276 / www.vicgearyseniordropincenter.org
LONDONDERRY: Tai Chi
Fridays
12:30 p.m., Senior Center, 535 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-8554
NEWTON: Yarn Group
Fridays
Bring your latest knitting, crochet, or other yarn-based project and work on it in the company of other crafters. Don’t know how to knit or crochet? They have members who are happy to teach you.
1 p.m., Gale Library, 16 South Main Street
Info: www.newton-nh.gov/gale-library
Questions? 603-382-4691
PELHAM: Time to Clay
Choose between a plate, bowl or coffee mug.
1 p.m., Hobbs Community Center, 8 Nashua Road
Cost: $20 (cash only) due upon registration
Register: 603-635-3800, ext. 1
PLAISTOW: Busy Bears (Ages 3-6)
Busy Bears Story Hour is a terrific opportunity for your preschooler to explore some terrific books, move to some wiggly music, sing some fun songs, interact with their parent/special someone and create some cute crafts.
1-1:45 a.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
PLAISTOW: Friday Flicks
Enjoy a free movie on the big screen with surround sound and popcorn.
1-3:15 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main Street
Register: 603-382-6011 / www. plaistowlibrary.com
DERRY: Friday Afternoon Book Group
The group reads a variety of books and loves to talk about them.
1:30-2:30 p.m., Derry Public Library, 64 E. Broadway
Register: 603-432-6140 / www.derrypl.org
SANDOWN: Faux Stained Glass Sign Workshop
Looking for a fun, creative night? Come make your own faux stained glass sign to take home.
5-6 p.m., Ed Garvey Recreation Center, 25 Pheasant Run Drive
Cost: $25
Info: 603-887-1872 / https://sandown.recdesk.com/
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
ATKINSON: Book & Bake Sale
Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Kimball Library.
8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Kimball Library, Academy Ave.
Info: www.kimballlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Town Wide Yard Sale
8 a.m. – 3 p.m., town wide
Cost: $30 per address
Info: www.awcc-nh.org
PLAISTOW: Town Wide Yard Sale
8 a.m. – 2 p.m., town wide
Cost: $20 per address (registration available at PlaistowNH.myrec.com)
Info: www.plaistow.com
Questions? 603-382-5200, ext. 204
HAMPSTEAD: Thrift Shop Open
Tuesdays & Saturdays
The shop features good quality, clean, gently used seasonal clothing for men, women and children. In addition, there is a small selection of household and seasonal items.
9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
PELHAM: Pelham Old Home Day
The annual community tradition features local activities including the Sean K. Paradis 5K Run/Walk, craft booths, and family events.
9 a.m. – 2 p.m., First Congregational Church, 3 Main Street
Info: www.pelhamoldhomeday.org
SALEM: Steel Sentinels Make-A-Wish Event
Join the Steel Sentinels Make-A-Wish community charity event featuring a motorcycle ride, walk-a-thon, live music, food and drinks, vendors, and a 50/50 raffle. Support a great cause while enjoying a fun day of community and giving.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Field of Dreams, 48 Geremonty Drive
Info: www.fieldofdreamsnh.org
HAMPSTEAD: Stitched with Love
Stitched with Love charitable quilt sewers meet to create items for groups of people (or animals) in need.
9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive
Info: 603-329-6411 / www.hampsteadlibrary.org
EAST KINGSTON: Used Book Store Open
Saturdays
The Used Book Store is run entirely by volunteers. The proceeds from the sales at the book store are used to help fund library programs and events.
10 a.m. — 1 p.m., Pound School, 41 Depot Road
Info: 603-775-1083 / www.eastkingstonlibrary.org
WINDHAM: Crafty Creations (Ages 4-10)
Stop by the Children’s Room and explore new ways to create art with unexpected materials.
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
PELHAM: Books and Beats (Ages 0-4)
Join for music, movement, stories and bubbles.
10:30 a.m., Pelham Public Library, 24 Village Green
Info: 603-635-7581 / www.pelhampubliclibrary.org
HUDSON: Free Veterans Picnic
The event is open to anyone who has served in any branch of the U.S. military. Veterans don’t have to be a member of the VFW, American Legion or any other veterans’ organization to attend. Vets are encouraged to bring their families.
11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Hudson VFW Post 5791, 15 Bockes Road
Info: 603-698-4594
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
SALEM: 5K Race Against Childhood Cancer
Race proceeds benefit Weston’s Big Wish.
9 a.m., Woodbury Middle School, 206 Main Street
Cost: $35 for adults, $25 for kids
Register: runreg.com/13684
SALEM: Farmers Market
Sundays, May-Oct.
Come shop the best, freshest locally-grown meats and freshly caught fish; dairy; seasonal produce; honey; prepared foods; and artisanal goods.
10 a.m. — 2 p.m., next to The Field at Dick’s House of Sport, The Mall at Rockingham Park
Info: www.salemnhfarmersmarket.org
HAMPSTEAD: Children’s Sunday School
Participants will enjoy a special piñata party to celebrate the first day back.
10:15 a.m., St. Christopher’s, 187 East Road
Info: 603-329-4674 / www.stchristophersnh.org
EAST HAMPSTEAD: East Coast Lumber’s 50th Family Festival
The event will feature live music, local food trucks, face painting, hay rides, balloon artist and more.
11 a.m. – 5 p.m., East Coast Lumber, 4 Colonial Drive
Info: 603-329-5322 / www.eastcoastlumber.net
LONDONDERRY: American Legion Open House & Cookout
Learn about upcoming fundraising events and initiatives to support veterans in need, opportunities to volunteer and get more involved, ways to improve and expand fundraising efforts, how to support the post, veterans and veterans in need, and share ideas for continuing to grow SAL membership.
12 p.m., American Legion Post 27, 8 Sargent Road
Please RSVP: Email: salpost27@gmail.com
SALEM: Harvest Fest
The event will include food, drinks, entertainment, gift baskets, petting zoo, contests and more.
12:30-4:30 p.m., Mary Queen of Peace Church, 200 Lawrence Road
Info: 603-944-8261 / www.saintsmaryandjoseph.org
DERRY: Composting Workshop
This hands-on workshop will utilize the garden’s 3 bay compost bin for demonstration purposes. Give yourself some time to wander, explore the plots, enjoy some camaraderie, and celebrate the community that has grown here along with the vegetables!
3-5 p.m., Broadview Farm Community Gardens, 10 Young Road
Info: https://shorturl.at/ING4Y