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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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AAUW Southern NH Branch News
First Program in Civic Engagement Series – Part 2
The Southern NH Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) was pleased with the first program in their Civic Engagement Series – Part 2 that featured Professor Monica Galizzi Ph.D., Chair of the Department of Economics and a Senior Associate of the Center for Women and Work at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. Her focus was the gender wage gap giving reasons why US women still earn only around 82 cents for every $1 earned by men.
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Dr. Monica Galizzi
The program described below was developed by AAUW and mentioned several times by Dr. Galizzi in her presentation
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Closing the Gender Wage Gap – Work Smart Online - FREE Course
While waiting for the economy to get back on track, consider a program developed by AAUW to help women in salary negotiation. Work Smart Online is a free course that helps women earn the pay they deserve. To access the online course type salary.aauw.com in your search bar and begin preparation to negotiate a better salary and benefits. An easy, engaging e-tool will teach participants to learn the market value of their skills and experience, determine an equitable “target salary” based on skills and experience, and ask for the pay they deserve. In surveys nearly all participants reported having more confidence and better negotiating skills after taking the class. For additional information, contact Susan Hoover at 213-6601.
Two more programs in the Civic Engagement Series – Part 2 are being planned for 2021. On Tuesday, January 26, photographer and author Becky Field and SNHU alumna Mahboba Akhtarzadah will present their program, Diversity in New Hampshire, via Zoom. The third program is still being planned.
AAUW Southern NH Branch Book Discussion Program for 2020-21
The following is the list of books chosen for discussion for the 2020-21 season. Discussions are expected to be held via Zoom. Questions will be sent out ahead of time. If interested in participating please contact one of the book discussion facilitators: Mary Marsh at amherst993@comcast.net, or Linda Pellerin at linda-82@comcast.net
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Monday, November 2nd, 2020 “The Radium Girls” by Kate Moore
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Monday, January 6th, 2021 “Saints for all Occasions” by Courtney Sullivan
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Monday, March 1st, 2021 “The Moment of Lift” by Melinda Gates
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Monday, April 5th, 2021 “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett
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Monday, May 3rd, 2021 “The Nickel Boys” by Colson Whitehead
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Monday, June 7th 2021 “The Beekeeper of Aleppo” by Christy Lefteri
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AAUW’s mission is to advance gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy. It is a non-partisan non-political organization that never endorses candidates or specific parties. The organization whose roots date back to the 1880s has two branches in NH. The Southern New Hampshire Branch, established in the 1970s, hosts a variety of programs concerning women's education and equity issues that are open to the public. Members of the branch live in the following New Hampshire communities: Amherst, Dover, Exeter, Hanover, Hollis, Manchester, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua, Wilton, and Wolfboro. For more information about the organization contact Membership Co-chair Liz MacMillan at liz@macstewart.net.
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Amherst Garden Club Presents: Holiday Pies: Sweet & Savory
November 5, via ZOOM
Making pies isn’t as hard as you might think! 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.
Following the discussion, Liz will demonstrate how to make the perfect pie crust followed by the demonstration of two delicious pies you can try at home. Recipes will be provided in advance for those who wish to bake along with Liz!
Liz Barbour has been cooking professionally in the Boston area since 1992 and started The Creative Feast in 2004.
Chef Liz Barbour of Creative Feast
Liz’s cooking demonstrations and recipes have been featured on New Hampshire Chronicle, Channel 9’s “Cooks Corner” and in various publications including New Hampshire Magazine. In 2017 Liz published her first cookbook “Beautifully Delicious: Cooking with Herbs & Edible Flowers.”
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the garden club has been meeting online. Our business meeting will begin at 9:15 am, followed by Liz’s presentation at 10:30 am. Advanced registration is required for the presentation and attendance is limited to 100. Garden club members will have preference, but if there are unfilled spots we will open it up to the public. Contact the garden club at info@amherstgardenclub.org if you would like to attend the business meeting or be added to the waiting list for Liz’s presentation.
