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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
Community
Amherst Memory Tree 2021
The Memory Tree: A Living Tribute to Honor our Loved Ones

 AMHERST – The lighting of the Memory Tree is a 25-year-old tradition in our community, sponsored by the Amherst Garden Club.

 A blue spruce tree planted across from the Brick School on the Amherst Village Green will be lit on December 10th to memorialize loved ones who have passed yet are still so present in our minds and fill our hearts with love.

 Each light, your light, will be a powerful reminder that we can include those who have died in our holiday traditions.

 For a small donation, $10 for an individual or $25 for a family, you may have loved ones remembered. The deadline for this year is December 2nd. Names you include when you register online will be posted on a board near the tree and listed in the Amherst Citizen.

 All donations are placed in the Amherst Garden Club Charitable Fund (http://amherstgardenclub.org/giving/charitable-fund), and proceeds are awarded to a community project that aligns with the mission of the Club.

 To participate electronically, we have created a site that is easy to access, user-friendly, and securely served by WePay, a BNY Mellon Company. Sign up instructions are clear and simple to follow. Please click on Memory Tree to register, or visit the Amherst Garden Club website under Signup Genius.

 Should you have any questions, please contact Doffie Farrar at doffie.farrar@gmail.gmail.com.
Announcing the 2021 Sleigh Bells Marketplace and Charity Auction

 AMHERST – For the second year, the Woman’s Association of the Congregational Church of Amherst will present an online charity auction, the Sleigh Bells Marketplace. Everyone is invited to check it out and to enjoy easy shopping for unique gifts and local items. The auction will kick off on Saturday, November 6 and continue through Sunday, November 28. Proceeds from the auction will support local charities and church programs.


 Some of the items to be offered include Amherst memorabilia, holiday and home decor, antiques, art, jewelry, toys, gift certificates, Red Sox tickets, a visit from Santa and more. In the absence of a Holiday Fair again this year, watch the auction website for some “Fair Favorites”: birch bark houses (ornaments and table decorations), beautifully decorated wreaths, gift baskets, South Carolina pecans and a wide variety of crafts.

 Check out the auction: www.32auctions.com/WAAuction2021.
Amherst Junior Women’s Club
21st Annual Trot Off Your Turkey 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run is Back
Friday, November 26 on the Green and in person
Everything you love about the TOYT is back
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The Fun Run starts at 9am followed by the 5k at 9:30 am.
Register online at https://www.runreg.com/ajwc-trof-off-your-turkey-5k-1-mile-fun-run Or visit us at https://trotoffyourturkey.wordpress.com/
Thank you for your support and we can’t wait to see you at the race!
✔ Traditional course
✔ Mugs
✔ Prizes
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✔ Post run treats
✔ Soup (Thank You Moulton's)
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✔ Family, friends, and neighbors
Home-Life Holiday Food Baskets

 AMHERST – Each year, working closely with SHARE and the Amherst Lions Club, AJWC prepares food baskets for those in need in our community. We are currently in need of monetary donations to help fund this effort to feed over 30 Amherst families a wonderful holiday dinner. If you are able to help, please consider making a donation to this event.
You can send a check to:
AJWC - Attn Home-Life
PO Box 513
Amherst, NH 03031
Venmo us at @ajwc_nh and please specify Home-Life in the comment. Paypal us at AJWCwebmaster@gmail.com and please specify Home-Life in the comment.

Thank you so much for your support of this incredible event!
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