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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
Scouts Earn Emergency Preparedness Designation
AMHERST – On December 8th, Amherst Fire Rescue hosted Pack 613’s Cub Scouts at their facility. Firefighters and EMS volunteers helped 54 scouts earn their Emergency Preparedness Awards. Scouts worked on centers that included: having an emergency escape plan, how to dial 911, basic first aid, CPR overview, hazardous weather, and other emergency skills. Do you have an elementary aged child who may be interested in becoming a Cub Scout? Contact pack613general@gmail.com.
Amherst Lions Club’s Upcoming Fire & Ice Chili Cook Off and Ice Cream Social is Postponed
AMHERST – The Amherst Lions Club is planning to hold their 6th Annual Fire & Ice Chili Cook Off & Ice Cream Social at Amherst Middle School soon. Join us for a night of chili tasting and ice cream eating! Vote on your favorite chili in three categories: Individuals, Lions Clubs and Restaurants. Winners of each class will receive a traveling trophy and bragging rights for one year. Entertainment will be announced shortly. Admission is $8 each with children 5 and under free. A family of 4+ is $25. Hotdogs will be available for those who don’t want chili. Join us for a night of food and fun!
Go to the Lions website to follow any updates: https://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/AmherstNH
Presented by the Amherst PTA
Tuck Everlasting Auditions
The Amherst PTA is excited to be able to bring back their production of Tuck Everlasting and to come home to Souhegan High School! There will be five performances April 7-10, 2022 at Souhegan High School! The original cast has been given the opportunity to come back and the production team is looking to fill a few lead roles and add to our ensembles. Auditions will be starting January 1st with video submission until January 8th. On Sunday January 9, from 1-6pm at Clark Elementary school on 14 Foundry Street, we will hold in person auditions and callbacks for lead roles. This is a multi-Generational Cast including 3rd Graders to Adults of ages and experience. Rehearsals will be on Sunday afternoons from 1-6pm and Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-9pm starting January 16th at Clark Elementary School.
Email us at amherstptaplay@gmail.com or go to https://sites.google.com/view/tuckeverlastingamherstpta2020/home with questions or to get more information.
Tuck Everlasting is a story about Winnie Foster who has been given the choice to either live forever or pause the wheel of life based off of the book ‘Tuck Everlasting’ by Natalie Babbitt. Follow Winnie on her adventures with Jesse and the rest of the Tucks as she learns about living and how to live every moment she has been granted. Experience this heartwarming show on stage, backstage, or in the audience. Find out if Winnie becomes Everlasting. This is a multi generational show with active ensembles that truly support the music throughout. There is a high energy fun Tap number for intermediate tappers. We are looking for dancers, gymnasts, and acrobats to be part of our Carnival. They will perform various Carnival acts within a few scenes. Come be part of an amazing production team! We are looking for a photographer who can document the shows and rehearsals and then make a slideshow. Be on the lookout for set building and painting dates closer to the production. If you are wanting to learn about costuming join our lovely costume team.
Video Audition Submission will be accepted starting January 1st until January 8th at amherstptaplay@gmail.com.
*People auditioning for leads can and should submit a video. They may be asked to come in between 4-6pm on Sunday January 9 for readings.
*In Person Auditions are January 9 at Clark Elementary School from 1-6pm
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1-2pm Reserved for families and students in grade 6 and under.
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2-4pm Adult and older students.
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4-6pm Readings for people auditioning for leads.