I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy.
I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy.
Letters
Region
Obituaries
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
Events
Ride The Cog Railway to the Top of NH
BRETTON WOODS – The Cog Railway, the world’s first mountain climbing cog railway, provides a sense of adventure and history as it makes the spectacular climb up a 3-mile-long trestle to the 6,288-foot summit of Mount Washington -- the tallest mountain in the northeast. No matter the weather – sun, rain or snow – this once-in-a-lifetime experience is available May through November.
Passengers may choose to ride The Cog in a historic coach powered by a vintage coal-fired steam locomotive or the more modern and eco-friendly biodiesel engines. The Cog is located six miles from Route 302 and historic Bretton Woods on Base Station Rd. Marshfield Station, NH, and just about 2 hours from Amherst.
Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended and are available online at thecog.com or by phone at 603.278.5404.
For more information, visit thecog.com.
New Hampshire Seasons file photo
Upcoming Programs at Beaver Brook Association, Hollis
FALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 1st
Learn more at the OPEN HOUSE, Wednesday August 25th 9-11am
Maple Hill Farm, Hollis, NH 03049
Make Aromatherapy Herb Wreaths
Thursday Aug 13, 3-5 pm or 6-8 pm
$25 | $22 BBA members
The Fresh Herb Wreath class at Beaver Brook is one of the most popular classes every year.
This class will be conducted outside at tables in the shade. There is a roofed option in case of inclement weather.
1) You are permitted to harvest fresh herbs during the class from the Maple Hill Gardens. We will provide you with wreath ring and floral wire.
2) You will create a long-lasting wreath using herbs and flowers that will last for more than a year
3) You will benefit from the essential oils of these herbs and likely experience elevated mood, relaxation and stress reduction.
Typical herbs include lavender, thyme, marjoram, lemon balm, Russian sage, mint , joe pyeweed, queen anne’s lace, sage and more. Feel free to bring other things from your garden if you wish to mix them in or share. BYO wine or other beverages if you like and your own clippers if you have them.
Music in the Gardens
Symphony NH Brass
August 14th at Maple Hill Farm
​
Enjoy Symphony NH’s Americana Brass Quintet. The Beaver Brook Maple Hill Gardens open before concert at 3pm. Bring a picnic dinner, chairs and blankets.
Parking will be in the field across the street from 117 Ridge Rd. Check in at the ticket table.
Adult tickets $18 each. Children 12 years old and under $5 each.
46th NH Highland Games & Festival, September 17-19
LINCOLN, NH – Come to Loon Mountain Resort September 17th through 19th and discover a little bit of Scotland – no passport required. Be part of this 3-day celebration of Scottish music, food and drink, athletics, dance, heritage and more! Fun activities for all ages.
Our event will be different this year, but you will still find many of your favorite aspects of the Games: hearing the pipes play, watching Highland dance, seeing athletic feats of strength and endurance, enjoying fantastic Celtic musical acts, sheep dogs trials, Try-It activities, and of course, whisky tasting! Our friends at Clan Village, many fantastic vendors and so much more will be there!
IMPORTANT DETAILS
Our Festival will be more intimate this year, but you will find your favorite features including:
• The Joyous Sound of Pipes & Drums
• Athletic Feats of Strength & Endurance
• Fantastic Celtic Bands like Albannach
• Sheep Dog Trials
• Agile Highland Dancers
• Whisky Tastings
• Friends in Clan Village
• Vendors with Scottish Gear
• Try It Classes
• Seeing Familiar Faces & Some New Ones (think cows)!
This year, there will be a limit set on capacity and will include onsite parking only for all ticket holders. All attendees must purchase a ticket in advance. No tickets will be sold onsite.
We have planned this event with current COVID limitations in mind as we cannot plan for what September might bring. We will offer an event focused on outdoor activities to ensure the safest conditions for all attendees, volunteers and staff. All current federal, state and local guidelines, and Loon Mountain policies, at the time of the event will be adhered to and strictly enforced.