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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
Mont Vernon
Daland Memorial Library
Hooks and Needles
Join the Friends of the Library social handwork group on the 2nd Friday of the month from 12-2pm at the library. Experts and beginners are invited to bring their projects to work on. Group will be led by Eileen Naber and Meg Baker. Next meeting: Friday, October 8th
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Adult Book Clubs
The Daland Memorial Library offers 3 Adult Book Clubs. There is no attendance requirement for any group – attend meetings that are of interest. Books are available to borrow at the library. New members always welcome! If you have any questions about book clubs, please call the library at 673-7888.
Morning Book Discussion Group – Meets the 1st Monday each month at 10:00 AM. The group reads a mix of contemporary fiction and non-fiction titles.
Monday, October 4th: “The Professor and the Madmen” by Simon Winchester
Just the Classics Book Club – Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm. This book group is focused on reading classic titles selected by group members.
Thursday, October 15th: “Dracula” by Bram Stoker
Black Books Matter - Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM . This is a newly formed book club that will focus on books by black authors and race relations.
Thursday, October 7th: “Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead
Halloween Storywalk
Miss JoAnn has done it again! Be sure to visit Carleton Pond for a special Halloween Storywalk from Friday, October 15th - Sunday, October 31st. Stop by any day to read our new title “Pick a Pumpkin” by Patricia Toht.
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Halloween Happenings @ the Library
- Candy Collection: The library will be one of three candy collections sites in town. Support the homes in the Mont Vernon Historic District by dropping off a bag of candy for Trick or Treating during open library hours from Oct.1-22nd. Candy will be distributed to the participating homes before Oct. 31st.
- Candy Cauldron Contest: The Friends of the Library are raffling off a giant cauldron filled with candy and Halloween novelties on Saturday, October 30th. Enter every time you visit the library. Good Luck!
- Halloween Storytime: Miss JoAnn invites you to join her on Thursday, October 28th at 1:00pm for songs, stories, and crafts. Costumes are highly encouraged!
