SATURDAY, OCT. 3
WINDHAM: PumpkinFest
Features farm animals, local artisan vendors, seasonal food offerings under a large tent, and live music on the Pumpkinfest Stage.
11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Crossing Life Church, 122 N. Lowell Road
Info: https://shorturl.at/KsWuw
LONDONDERRY: Fall Fest 2026
This family-friendly, dog-friendly celebration will be packed with live music, DJs, delicious eats, unique vendors, and unforgettable experiences for all ages.
12-8 p.m., 603 Brewery & Beer Hall, 42 Main St.
Info: 603-404-6123 / www.603brewery.com
HAMPSTEAD: Electronic and Scrap Metal Recycling Event
Residents can bring a variety of electronic items, appliances and scrap metal for recycling. Proceeds benefit Hampstead Lions Club.
8 a.m. – 1 p.m., Hampstead Middle School, 28 School St.
Info or to schedule a pickup ($20 fee): 603-552-0763 / email: hampsteadlionsnh@gmail.com
NEWTON: Town-wide Yard Sale
A list of participating yard sales and a map will be posted on the Recreation Commission website and the Recreation Commission Facebook page.
8 a.m. – 2 p.m., town wide
Register: Email: recdirector@newtonnh.net
HAMPSTEAD: Thrift Shop Open
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
PLAISTOW: Dress a Girl Around the World
Up to 20 ladies will come with their sewing machines to create dresses, skirts and shorts to be sent to underprivileged countries.
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Plaistow Public Library, 85 Main St.
Info: 603-382-6011 / www.plaistowlibrary.com
ATKINSON: Museum Open
Open on the 1st Saturday of each month.
Stop in for an in-depth look at various aspects of life in Atkinson during the Revolutionary War Era: soldiers who served, town government, education, worship, modes of communication and travel, the town’s 1700s houses that stand today, and much more.
10 a.m. — 12 p.m., Kimball House Museum, 3 Academy Ave.
Info: www.atkinsonhistoricalsociety.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
LONDONDERRY: 5th Annual Seniors Informational Expo
There will be 70+ vendors who provide services, resources, or a helping hand to senior citizens in Londonderry and surrounding towns.
10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Londonderry High School Gym, 295 Mammoth Road
Info: 603-432-8554
WINDHAM: FLOW Book Donations
FLOW will be collecting donations for the FLOW (Friends of the Library of Windham) book sale, supporting Nesmith Library programs.
10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
EAST HAMPSTEAD: Cornhole Tournament
The tournament will feature group play followed by a round-robin format to establish seeding for the knockout round. All players are guaranteed a minimum of four games. Prizes include $400 for first place and $200 for second place. Proceeds benefit Hampstead Civic Club.
10:30 a.m., Pasta Loft, Route 121A
Cost: $50 per person
Rain date: Oct. 4
Info/register by Sept 26: www.hampsteadcivicclub.org
Questions? Email Ken: kgfure38@gmail.com
EAST KINGSTON: Estate Planning
11 a.m., East Kingston Public Library, 47 Maplevale Road
Info: 603-642-8333 / nwww.eastkingstonlibrary.org
SANDOWN: Cookie Bites & Canvas
Join Michelle the Painter as she guides us through a paint project and we enjoy a new cookie treat during each program. All materials and snacks will be provided by the library.
11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Sandown Public Library, 305 Main St.
Register: 603-887-3428 / www.sandownlibrary.us
DERRY: Murder Mystery Dinner
Lend Me A Theatre presents “Occupation Murder” with dinner and show.
5 p.m. or 7 p.m., Tupelo Music Hall, 10 A St.
Cost: $65 per person
Info/tickets: 603-437-5100 / www.tupelomusichall.com
DERRY: Yesterday and Today: An Interactive Beatles Experience
Before the performance, audience members complete request cards naming their favorite Beatles song and explaining why it holds special meaning for them. The band collects the cards moments before show time and creates a one-of-a-kind concert from the audience’s selections.
7 p.m., Stockbridge Theatre, 44 N. Main St.
Cost: $33/$38
Info/tickets: 603-437-5210 / www.stockbridgetheatre.com
SALEM: ‘Ride the Cyclone’
Ride The Cyclone, presented by Cue Zero Theatre Company, is a memorable and original musical, told with moving insights into adolescence as well as dark comedic style benefiting the outrageousness of its premise.
7:30 p.m., Arts Academy of New Hampshire, 19 Keewaydin Drive, #4
Cost: $20 plus fees per person
Info/tickets: www.CZTheatre.com
SUNDAY, OCT. 4
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
DANVILLE: Trunk or Treat
Join Danville Recreation for Trunk or Treat, haunted bouncy house and a corn maze.
11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Community Center, 169 Main St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/023Sy
EAST DERRY: Clothing Swap
Please bring your presorted swap items and a tarp or table to display them on, to the library day of the swap. Bring what you can, take what you need. Clothing must be clean and gently used
12-2 p.m., Taylor Library, 49 E. Derry Road
Register: 603-432-7186
Info: www.taylorlibrary.org
WINDHAM: FLOW Book Donations
FLOW will be collecting donations for the FLOW (Friends of the Library of Windham) book sale, supporting Nesmith Library programs.
1:30-4:30 p.m., Nesmith Library, 8 Fellows Road
Info: 603-432-7154 / www.nesmithlibrary.org
SALEM: ‘Ride the Cyclone’
Ride The Cyclone, presented by Cue Zero Theatre Company, is a memorable and original musical, told with moving insights into adolescence as well as dark comedic style benefiting the outrageousness of its premise.
2 p.m., Arts Academy of New Hampshire, 19 Keewaydin Drive, #4
Cost: $20 plus fees per person
Info/tickets: www.CZTheatre.com
DERRY: Murder Mystery Dinner
Lend Me A Theatre presents “Occupation Murder” with dinner and show.
4 p.m. or 6 p.m., Tupelo Music Hall, 10 A St.
Cost: $65 per person
Info/tickets: 603-437-5100 / www.tupelomusichall.com