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Abstract Paintings & Tribal Masks Exhibition At New Hampshire Antique Co-Op
Now on view through May 31, 2020
Congregational Church Stays Connected
During the suspension of in-person activities in light of the Covid-19 situation, the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC has a variety of ways for members and others to connect with church programs. This is especially important during April as Holy Week and Easter are on the horizon.
The most up-to-date information about church activities can be found on the church’s website (ccamherst.org) or by calling the church office at 673-3231. Sunday services are broadcast on FacebookLive and recorded for later on-line viewing. Services are followed by a Virtual Fellowship Hour. Links for these and other events can be found on the website.
The church’s Facebook page is another source of information, including updates and video messages from the pastors. Pastors Maureen Frescott and Kate Kennedy are available to provide pastoral care during this time, and the church welcomes community members to connect with this loving, serving, open and affirming community of faith.
Lorraine Alice Hamilton
AMHERST – Lorraine Alice Hamilton of Amherst, New Hampshire, Beach Haven, New Jersey and Rancho Mirage, California died June 14, 2020 from pancreatic cancer at her home in California. She was 73 years old and a participant in the trial of a new cancer drug at NYU Langone in New York City since April 2019. She hoped that results from the trial would improve care for other patients who develop this cancer. She was with her family when she died and was
Donald Richard Haaker
Donald Richard Haaker, 80, born June 2, 1940, son of Carl E Haaker and Jeanne LaRochelle Haaker of Fitchburg, MA, son, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Don, as he was affectionately referred to by friends, and Dad or Grandpa by family, was a proud veteran, avid fisherman, former business owner, collector of “As Seen On TV” gadgets, and
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HOLIDAY EVENT
Halloween 2020 in Amherst
The Town of Amherst is encouraging folks who plan to Trick or Treat todo so in their own neighborhood and not in the Amherst Village. In years past the Amherst Village has been a popular destination for Trick or Treating and can see up to 2,000 Trick or Treaters on Halloween from both Amherst and surrounding towns.
We respectfully ask that people from outside of Amherst also follow this suggestion and Trick or Treat in their own towns and neighborhoods. We also ask participants to be courteous and to visit houses who have their outside lights on and have made it obvious they are participating in Halloween. Anyone who is Trick or Treating should be familiar with both the NH and CDC Halloween event guidelines.
Trick or Treating in Amherst has been set by the
Board of Selectman as October 31 from 6-8pm ...
MONT VERNON
Charitable Foundation Gift
Sherri Conyer’s gifts continue a tradition started in 1899 by the late Sophia Daland when she left the town the funds to establish the existing library. ...
ELECTIONS
November 3rd Election
AMHERST – On Tuesday, November 3rd, the polls will be open 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Souhegan High School. The Amherst Citizen will post results when available ...
CLUBS
AGC Presents: Holiday Pies: Sweet & Savory
AMHERST – Chef Liz Barbour will talk about the history of pies, how to make tender, flaky crusts, and what sweet and savory fillings to use on Thursday, November 5 ...
SCOUTS
Werner is Girl Scout Volunteer of the Month
AMHERST – Who'd be hard-pressed to find someone with a greater passion for Girl Scouting, someone who has truly given her all to her communities, than Karen Werner ...
HISTORIC AMHERST
Peach Farmers in 19th-Century Amherst
AMHERST – Back in the 19th century, edible-peach trees were common in Amherst, both in private gardens and on farms growing them for market ...
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