BRENTWOOD —The monthly free lunch at First Baptist Church will be held this month beginning at noon Thursday, April 18, at 201 North Road.
The free lunch is always held on the third Thursday, and it always features great food and wonderful fellowship around the tables.
People come from all over: Epping, Fremont, Kingston, Lee, Plaistow, Danville and more – and always leave full and satisfied.
If you have a shut-in friend or neighbor you are invited to take a meal home for them, their goal is to feed the hungry, thereby answer the question, “What in the world are we doing to make our world a better place?”
All are welcome! Donations in any amount are acceptable, but not necessary; they desire the pleasure of your company.
For more information, call 603-679-5259.
Bulk shredding event
ATKINSON — Now you can safely dispose of sensitive documents and watch them shredded in front of you. Atkinson Women’s Civic Club will hold a Bulk Shredding Event from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 20, at the Atkinson Community Center, 4 Main St.
The fee is $10 per box of a standard size, 9x11x14. They will accept larger sizes of boxes. The fee will be adjusted accordingly.
The event will take place rain or shine.
The Atkinson Women’s Civic Club is a 501(c)(3). For more information, contact Roni Riley at 603-362-9269.
Paddle on the Powwow
EAST KINGSTON —Several members of the East Kingston Conservation Commission (EKCC) will be paddling on the Powwow Pond from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 25, and they’d love it if any East Kingston kayakers/canoeists would like to join!
Participants will leave from the boat launch on Kelley Lane and be on the water for about two hours of “relaxed” paddling. The parking lot will accommodate about 10 cars and is for EK residents only, with stickers.
EKCC members will share information on local flora, including the invasive milfoil and speak briefly about the importance of the Powwow and plans to address the town beach erosion.
This is intended to be a fun trip to acquaint, or reacquaint, you with a wonderful spot and provide some information – not a lecture!
Due to the limited parking available, this event may fill quickly. If you are interested in a participating, email ekconservation@gmail.com.
The rain date is Saturday, June 1.
Hazardous Waste Day
PLAISTOW — The Town of Plaistow will host a Household Hazardous Waste Collection/Drop Off Day for the residents of Plaistow, Atkinson, Danville, Hampstead, Chester, and Kingston from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27, at the Public Works Facility, 144F Main St. Proof of residence will be required.
Bring any products that say caution, toxic, pesticide, combustible, poison, flammable, warning, or danger.
Do not bring any of the following: latex paint, gas (propane) cylinders, explosive materials, medical wastes, infectious and biological wastes, prescription medicines or syringes, smoke detectors, commercial wastes, fire extinguishers, computer monitors or equipment.
There is a limit of 10 gallons or equivalent per household.
For more information, contact your local Town Hall.
Gursky family fundraiser
KINGSTON — A special event is scheduled from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 28, at Saddle Up Saloon, 92 Route 125. Enjoy raffles, dancing, food and fun to benefit a local family.
Entrance fee is $20 per person. A cash bar will be available.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. For more information or to purchase tickets, email Amy West at awest@saltertrans.com.
All proceeds will benefit the Gursky family of Kingston, who lost their home to a fire earlier this year.
BINGO expands to Sundays
SEABROOK — Seabrook Fireman’s Hall on Route 286 (Collins Street) is now home to bingo games on Sunday afternoons in addition to Tuesday and Saturday evenings.
The Seabrook Lion’s Club now hosts the Sunday games. Doors open at 11 a.m., paper and pull-tab sales begin at noon and games start at 1:30 p.m.
The American Legion Post 70 hosts games on Tuesdays. Doors open at 4 p.m., paper and pull-tab sales begin at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m.
The Seabrook Fireman’s Association hosts games on Saturdays. Doors open at 3 p.m., paper and pull-tab sales start at 4 p.m. and games begin at 5:30 p.m.
Visit Seabrook New Hampshire Bingo on Facebook.
Food trucks return
HAMPSTEAD — Hampstead Congregational Church announces the return of the popular food truck event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, at 61 Main St.
Eight food vendors have already signed on to participate with more expected to join.
Entrance fee for diners is $5 (cash or check only) for ages 5 and above.
Visitors are urged to bring chairs or blankets to enjoy their meals and musical entertainment on the lawn.
Kid’s fishing derby
SANDOWN — Sandown Conservation Commission will host the 24th annual Sandown Kid’s Fishing Derby from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 27, at Sal’s Pond, 45 Main St.
The derby is open to kids ages 2-15 from Sandown and surrounding towns. Participants can arrive starting at 7 a.m. to set up.
Pre-registration and pre-payment ($3 per child/max $10 per family) is strongly recommended to limit lines and delays during the derby. For information regarding the event and registration, visit www.sandown.us.
Family-friendly laser show
PLAISTOW — Dive into the wonderful world of lasers as the Friends of Plaistow Recreation present Lasermania by Prismatic Magic from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, April 24, at Timberlane Performing Arts Center, 40 Greenough Road.
The laser concert is guaranteed to bring the house down. It’s the perfect introduction to the wonders of a dazzling light show set to a compilation of current hits.
Doors open at 3:45 p.m. with cash raffle sales beginning at 3:30 p.m. in the lobby. Raffle prizes are drawn immediately after the show.
The cost is $8 in advance, $10 at the door. To purchase advance tickets, go to https://shorturl.at/bjwzX.
If you have any questions, email friends.plaistowrec@gmail.com.
Small Business After Hours
EXETER — Exeter Area Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business After Hours will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, at Seacoast School of Technology, 40 Linden St.
This is a collaborative event with the Marketing students at the Seacoast School of Technology, and an opportunity for small businesses and nonprofits to showcase their business to Chamber of Commerce members.
It will be an evening of fun and connecting with small businesses, non-profits and community members.
To participate as a business the cost is $100 for Exeter Chamber members, $150 for non-chamber members. The cost for non-profits is $75 for Exeter Chamber members, $125 for non-chamber members.
There is no admission fee to attend. If you would like to attend (and not participate as a vendor), register online at www.exeterarea.org.
Free spring concerts
HAMPSTEAD —The promise of spring brings uplifting thoughts of the free annual concerts by the Interfaith Choir.
The 50-plus singers, representing numerous churches in the area, will perform “He Leadeth Us to Sing!” at two local churches.
Hosting the choir at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 20, will be the Candia Congregational Church, 1 South Road, Candia.
The venue for Sunday, April 21, at 4 p.m. will be the Londonderry United Methodist Church, 258 Mammoth Road, Londonderry.
A free will offering will be taken and refreshments served at each concert.
Kids spring festival
HAMPSTEAD — Island Pond Baptist Church will hold their Kids Spring Festival from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 5, at 26 North Salem Road. All are welcome.
There will be candy, games, a climbing wall, a fire truck, animal balloons, a bouncy slide, and more!
The event will be held rain or shine. If it rains, it will move indoors.
For more information, visit www.islandpondbc.com, email info@islandpondbc.com, or call 603-329-5959.
Calling all gardeners!
PLAISTOW —As you begin to unearth your gardens after the long winter, please consider splitting some of your perennials and donating them to The Friends of the Plaistow Library’s upcoming plant sale.
The plant sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 11, at the library, 85 Main St. Donations will be accepted beginning Monday, May 6. Please be sure donations are in pots and clearly labeled with the plant name.
All proceeds from the plant sale benefit the Friends of the Plaistow Public Library.
For more information, contact Jennifer Dawley at 603-382-6011.
Drug Take Back Day
SPRINGFIELD, VA — The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) will hold its next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 27.
The Natonal Prescripton Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the general public about the potential for abuse of medications.
For a disposal location near you, go to www.dea.gov/takebackday.