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Enjoying the newly fallen snow at Wagon Hill Farm.
Courtesy DCAT Studios
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Monday is Groundhog day! Phil will leave his burrow at 7:20 AM on February 2nd, 2015 at Gobblers Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. He will observe the weather conditions, look for his shadow, and then make his prediction for the remainder of winter. I think everyone at Durham Public Works is hoping for an expedited end to winter …
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2015 MARCH TOWN AND SCHOOL ELECTIONS - MARCH 10, 2015
The 2015 Town Election will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at the Oyster River High School. Polling hours are from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Voters will park in reserved spaces along the front of the school and use the Multipurpose Room entrance.
The filing period for Town offices for the March Town Election closed at 5:00 PM today. The following is a list of citizens that have filed for the Durham elected offices as of 5 PM.
Town Council (three, 3-yr terms): Firoze E. Katrak, Kenneth (Kenny) Rotner, James Lawson
Library Board of Trustees (two, 3-yr terms): Nancy Webb
Moderator (one, 2-yr term): Christopher T. Regan
Supervisors of the Checklist (one, 1-yr term): Deborah Hirsch Mayer
Trustees of the Trust Funds (one, 3-yr term): Michael H. Everngam, Peter Stanhope
Trustees of the Trust Funds (one, 2-yr term): William Cote
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The following is a list of individuals that have filed for the ORCSD elected offices:
Allen Howland – Durham
Maria Barth - Lee
Daniel Klein – Madbury
Richard Laughton - Moderator
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NOAA NAMES DURHAM AS WINNER OF WALTER B. JONES MEMORIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENE IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT - Awards Honor Excellence in Coastal and Ocean Resource Management, Research
Eleven individuals and organizations have been selected from across the United States as winners of the 2014 Walter B. Jones Memorial Awards for Excellence in Coastal Ocean Resource Management, an award given by NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management for exemplary leadership and a commitment to balancing the human use of coastal and ocean resources with the needs of the environment.
These national awards, given every two years, honor individuals and organizations that have dedicated countless hours to conserve, protect, and improve the U.S. coasts. They recognize the application of innovative approaches, tools, or technology to advance the field.
“This year’s award winners represent a wide range of uniquely driven people and activities in the pursuit of wise coastal resource management,” said Jeffrey L. Payne, Ph.D., acting director of NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management.
Durham partnered with the Strafford Regional Planning Commission, the NH Dept. of Environmental Services, and the UNH Earth Systems Research Center to develop strategies to protect areas at risk for flooding due to Climate Change and Sea Level Rise. The effort was funded through a grant from NOAA.
The awards were created to honor the late 11-term North Carolina congressman Walter B. Jones. As chairman of the House Merchant Marine and Fisheries Committee, Jones was a strong supporter of NOAA Fisheries and NOAA’s Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management (now called the Office for Coastal Management).
More information on the winners’ projects can be found on the 2014 Walter B. Jones Memorial Awards website.
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THREE RFPs FOR ADAPTIVE REUSE OF FORMER TOWN OFFICE SITE RECEIVED
The deadline for receipt of Request for Proposals for the adaptive reuse of the former Town Office site at 15 Newmarket Road was 4:00 today. Three RFPs were received and they will placed on the Town web site over the course of the next week. Economic Development Director Mary Ellen Humphrey will begin the process of reviewing the RFPs.
RFPs were received from:
The Law Office of Scott E. Hogan (on behalf of George York);
Peter Murphy; and
William Salas, President, Applied Geosolutions
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WHERE DO WE PUT ALL OF THE SNOW THAT PUBLIC WORKS TRUCKS OUT OF THE DOWNTOWN?
The Durham Public Works Department has a state approved dumping area behind the public works facility on Stone Quarry Drive. All of the snow is trucked there and stockpiled until it melts in spring.
Thank you Durham resident Diane McCann for suggesting we include this. Good question!
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Joe Orzel and Doug Karo, both Durham residents and DHA members, with 2 "curiosities".
DURHAM HISTORIC ASSOCIATION PROGRAM EXTREMELY INTERESTING – “A Case of Curiosities”
Last night’s Durham Historic Association (DHA) program at the Durham Public Library focusing on interesting curiosities from the Town’s past was, well, curiously interesting!
Approximate 25 residents were in attendance. Those present had the pleasure of working together with presenters to try to solve the mystery of several Durham artifacts including an old wooden handled press used for some mysterious purpose in the 1800’s (courtesy Doug Karo) and a very interesting a large (and very heavy!) iron four-pronged rake (courtesy Janet Mackie) likely used for work in extremely hot environments such the charcoal making process or for use with a very large boiler. Both objects had the crowd stumped.
DHA President Nancy Sandberg welcomed those who were in attendance and also shared the history of a beautiful and fascinating historic bed rug made by Nancy Chesley DeMerritt likely sometime between 1830 and 1840 that would still be in vogue today in 2015!
Doug Wheeler read excerpts from Squarely Behind the Beavers written by Philbrook Paine. This included a wonderfully light story about Dean Pettee (UNH Professor for over 60 years, father of the Durham water system, and the namesake of the UNH Pettee Medal) that had the crowd in stitches.
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DURHAM HOSTS GROUP FROM KAZAKHSTAN AS PART OF U.S. STATE DEPARTMENT PROGRAM - Focusing on Transparency, Citizen Participation, and Anti-Corruption
On Monday morning, January 26, 2015, the Town of Durham hosted a delegation from Kazakhstan that was invited to the United States under the auspices of the U.S. Department of State's International Visitor Leadership Program. Their program is arranged by World Learning, and in NH is organized by the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire (http://www.wacnh.org).
The Kazakhstan delegation met with Administrator Todd Selig for about 90 minutes in Durham’s Town Council chambers and discussed the respective powers of the federal, state, and local government. Mr. Selig outlined the requirements of the NH Right to Know Law for local municipalities in posting public meetings, keeping minutes, and conducting business in public.
Mr. Azamat KANALINOV, Senior Assistant to the Prosecutor General, Office of the Prosecutor General in Kazakhstan, inquired about steps that are undertaken locally to avoid corruption as part of the contract bidding and award process.
Ms. Anna TSERETELI, Project Coordinator, NGO “Transparency Kazakhstan,” asked how the the Town Council goes about taking public feedback into consideration as part of its decision making process.
The delegation from Kazakhstan departed from Durham to drive to the NH State House for additional meetings and study.
The primary delegation from Kazakhstan included:
Ms. Olga BEKTIBAYEVA
Chief Researcher, Institute for Criminal Procedure
and Anti‑Corruption Research
Kazakh Humanities and Law University
Ms. Nadezhda ABELDINOVA
Head of Department
Agency on Civil Service Affairs and Anti‑Corruption
Mr. Azamat KANALINOV
Senior Assistant to the Prosecutor General
Office of the Prosecutor General
Ms. Anna TSERETELI
Project Coordinator
NGO “Transparency Kazakhstan”
Town Councilor Julian Smith stopped in at the end of the discussion and introduced himself to the delegation. It was a nice event.
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SUPER BOWL PLANNING
The Durham Police have been busy working with UNH administration and various Town departments to ensure that all contingencies have been discussed and potential plans formulated. Informational letters were sent to all landlords advising them to have discussions with their tenants regarding their lease obligations. Downtown businesses received a hand delivered letter asking them to be aware of loose signs and trash removal.
With four major construction sites in the immediate downtown, each has been visited and discussions centered upon ensuring that loose materials are removed and their parameter fencing is in good condition. Each of the projects have committed to having personnel on-site in the aftermath of the anticipated Patriots victory!
Additionally, Chief Kurz has had several meetings with representatives of the UNH Student Senate coordinating their initiatives to work with students to ensure that any celebration does not turn destructive.
There is significant optimism that there will be responsible celebration in the aftermath of the Super Bowl.
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DRAFT MOU BETWEEN DURHAM & UNH RELATIVE TO REDEVELOPMENT OF 66 MAIN STREET ET AL
Since the spring of last year, Administrator Selig, Councilor Carden Welsh, former Councilor Jim Lawson, EDC Chair Ute Luxem, Planner Michael Behrendt, and most recently Director of Economic Development Mary Ellen Humphrey, have been meeting with representatives from the University of New Hampshire to discuss and develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) relative to the 66 Main Street redevelopment project, et al.
The “et al” refers to the fact that the Development transcends 66 Main Street (the former ATO site) and includes: the Town-owned North and South Parking Lots on either side of Pettee Brook Lane immediately behind 66 Main Street, Hetzel and Alexander Halls, C-Lot, and 66 Main Street properties. Whether or not the redevelopment will ultimately involves all parcels remains to be seen and will depend upon proposals received in the early part of 2015 from the private development community.
The MOU outlines the expectations, contributions, terms and conditions between Durham and UNH with respect to the potential development of the aforementioned area of downtown, as well as each party’s potential contributions and requirements and limitations with respect to the Development.
The Council held a public hearing to obtain feedback from members of the community on Monday night, January 12, 2015. Following the close of the public hearing, the Council and Mr. Selig discussed the topic in some length and attempted to answer questions that had been raised by the public. Administrator Selig offered a list of recommended modifications to the MOU in response to concerns raised.
This item is on the Town Council's agenda for next Monday evening, February 2nd.
While the public hearing is closed, the public can still submit written material or provide in person feedback during the public comments section of the February 2nd Council meeting. Emails can be sent to jberry@ci.durham.nh.us.
Residents who are interested in this issue should watch the meeting on DCAT ON DEMAND
To view the updated MOU as of Jan 23, 2015, based on public feedback submitted and Council discussion, and other information, click HERE.
Again, written comments may be submitted to jberry@ci.durham.nh.us.
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MILL PLAZA UPDATE – Owner Urged to Comply with Zoning Requirements if He Desires to Continue Review by Planning Board
Planning Board Chairman Peter Wolfe and Administrator Todd Selig asked Dir. of Planning Michael Behrendt this week to reach out to the owner of the Mill Plaza to talk with his design team about the application for a major redevelopment of the parcel.
The Mill Plaza design team has submitted two iterations of plans for the redevelopment of the 10 acre parcel, both of which have included 442 residential beds that would in all likelihood be student housing, evidently based on the old zoning standard of 300 square feet of habitable floor area per bed.
The Town Council last year changed the zoning to require a minimum of 600 square feet per unrelated occupant. Mr. Behrendt made an administrative decision that the Mill Plaza’s redevelopment submittal would be subject to the new zoning requirements. The Mill Plaza attorney then appealed that determination, but last week the Durham Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) upheld Mr. Behrendt’s determination. Mr. Selig had asked Town Attorney Laura Sector to attend the ZBA appeal to defend the Town’s administrative determination at the ZBA meeting.
The Mill Plaza has the right to ask for a rehearing before the ZBA and then appeal to Superior Court and Mr. Behrendt understands the owner may also appeal a separate determination made by Town staff that dormitories are not a permitted use in any zoning district.
However, in the absence of an authoritative determination that student housing is allowed in this zone as the Mill Plaza proposes it, it is the opinion of Chairman Wolfe and Administrator Selig that further discussion of any plans that include a student housing component predicated on 300 square feet of habitable area is a poor use of time fore the Planning Board, the public, Town staff, and the applicant.
The Planning Board simply cannot approve an application that is in clear violation of the Durham Zoning Ordinance.
The Planning Board continued the Design Review and Public Hearing on the Mill Plaza proposal to its April 8th meeting.
Mr. Behrendt has suggested to the Mill Plaza design team that it either redesign its plans based upon the current zoning ordinance or request a postponement to another meeting if the owner is waiting for some other definitive determination.
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STATE OF THE UNIVERSITY ADDRESS
On Tuesday, February 17, 2015, President Mark W. Huddleston will give his State of the University address reflecting on the challenges, accomplishments, and milestones of the past year, and looking ahead to 2015.
The address will be held in the Memorial Union Building, Granite State Room, UNH.
Doors open at 12:40PM. Address begins at 1PM.
Parking for off campus guests will be available in Lot C, free of charge, with the use of coupon code 0217. Lot C (J:17)
The event will be live-streamed. Please view the UNH event website for details.
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MCGREGOR MEMORIAL EMS WORKS HARD DURING STORM
From 6:00 pm on Monday until 6:00 am on Wednesday of this week, McGregor Memorial EMS mustered 18 volunteers and 4 employees in order to staff 3 ambulances around the clock. A total of 312 hours were served with everyone knowing they were likely "there for the duration."
Several calls for emergency care were received at the height of the storm.
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Courtesy of John A. Litvaitis, Professor of Wildlife Ecology, University of New Hampshire
NEW ENGLAND COTTONTAIL RABBIT: AN ENDANGERED SPECIES IN DURHAM'S BACKYARD
A multi-state effort is underway to recover the New England cottontail. The Town of Durham is one of only seven towns in New Hampshire to fall almost entirely within a conservation focus area in NH. This puts the town in a unique position to help save the rabbit—by conserving land, such as the Sprucewood/Oyster River Forest property —and by creating shrubland habitat on Town-owned lands.
The Durham Conservation Commission and the Town are working with cottontail biologists to create a large patch of shrubland habitat on the section of Wagon Hill Farm that lies North of Route 4. Both of these projects will contribute significantly to the state’s goals of restoring cottontail habitat and will hopefully lead to more projects in nearby towns. The cooperation of private and municipal landowners who are willing to conserve, create, and maintain early-successional habitats needed by New England cottontails will be critical to the survival of this species.
For more information on New England cottontails, please visit http://newenglandcottontail.org/
Information about the New England cottontails can also be found on the Conservation Commission's web page HERE.
For specific information on management of shrubland habitats or if you are a private landowner interested in creating habitat for New England cottontails, please contact UNH Cooperative Extension Wildlife Program Assistant, Emma Carcagno by phone at 603-862-2512 or by email at emma.carcagno@unh.edu.
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MEETINGS: SCHEDULE AND VIDEO ON DEMAND
The following public meetings are scheduled for the coming week All meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are held in the Council chambers at the Durham Town Hall unless otherwise indicated below. Click on the meetings listed below to view agendas and other information
Town Council - Monday, February 2, 2015
Durham Energy Committee - Tuesday, February 3, 2015 (Durham Public Library - Upstairs small conference room - 7PM)
Trustees of the Trust Funds - Thursday, February 5, 2015 (Town Hall, 2nd Floor Conf Room - 5PM)
Historic District/Heritage Commission - Thursday, February 5, 2015
All meetings recorded on DCAT are available on DVD at the Durham Public Library for checkout and viewing.
VIDEO ON DEMAND: Meetings can also be viewed via Video on Demand. Interested viewers can access the streaming site from the Town’s website at http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/ by clicking the DCAT on demand logo, or directly at http://dcat.pegcentral.com/.
Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule.
DCAT Programming Schedule.
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DCAT CABLE CHANNEL 22
DCAT is Live Streaming
Please join DCAT for any of our regularly scheduled meetings live-streamed directly to the device of your choice . It’s easy, all you have to do is go to: live-stream.com and follow the prompts to set up your live stream account. You’ll receive email updates as to when the meeting will be held and the start time. All you have to do is click and watch. Live-stream works on any PC (just remember to update your Adobe Flash player), Apple or Android device. Please contact dcat@ci.durham.nh.us with any questions.
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PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Durham Parks and Recreation, its Director and Committee, strive to offer a wide range of quality programs, parks, and facilities that encourage all community members to participate in healthy, fun, and enriching activities. Together, they celebrate the essential role public recreation plays in fostering a cohesive and vibrant community.
Students from Mast Way Elementary enjoying their visit to Churchill Rink on Monday. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
For the latest information about programs and events, visit: Durham Parks & Recreation Online
View weekly calendar and class descriptions HERE.
Why take a fitness class with Durham Parks & Recreation?
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Convenient location - Drop in to most classes for only $10!
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Fits your schedule - Classes available Monday through Saturday!
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Quality - Classes instructed by certified, local, and passionate instructors!
Bootcamp: An hour of POWER! Total body cardio and strength workout to start your day off right.
Tai Ji Quan - Moving For Better Balance: This world-renowned balance training program combines Tai Ji Quan movements with therapy and function exercises to keep you on your feet and moving.
Pilates: Improve your flexibility, gain core strength, and overall body tone. All in one hour!
Zumba: A dynamic, easy to follow, cardio dance fitness class. We do hip-hop, salsa, flamenco, bollywood, and so much more! You don't need experience, just jump in and join the party!
Yoga: Allow your mind, body, and spirit to connect through meditation and movement.
Strength & Stretch: Improve your bone density and balance with a total body strengthening session, followed by stretching to improve flexibility.
Yoga for Active Adults (55+): Quiet your mind, reduce stress, and learn relaxation techniques. Designed for every ability level.
Tai Chi Advanced: Combination of Tai Ji Quan movements and therapeutic exercise to keep your body active. Designed for participants with Tai Chi experience.
Churchill Rink
Churchill Rink has your February vacation covered! Reduced rates, activities, and refreshments every day! Find out more by visiting http://www.churchillrink.org/.
Churchill Rink Facebook
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Dr. Dennis Meadows, Professor Emeritus of Systems Management at UNH and President of the Laboratory for Interactive Learning, will discuss global sustainability at the ARA meeting on Monday, February 9th. Courtesy ARA
Active Retirement Association General Meeting, Monday, Feb 9, 2015, 1:30 PM, Durham Evangelical Church sanctuary, 114 Dover Rd. Featuring pre-eminent futurist Dr. Dennis L. Meadows, discussing "Limits to Growth: The Last Four Decades and the Next Four." Free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.unh.edu/ara or contact Director Carol Caldwell, 603-343-1004, ccaldwell57@comcast.net.
UNH Celebrity Series welcomes the Dorian Wind Quintet, Tuesday, Feb 10, 2015, 7PM, Paul Creative Arts Center’s Johnson Theatre in Durham. Tickets can be purchased on line at www.unharts.com.
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Special Family Storytime, Sat. Jan. 31st at 10:30 a.m. - UNH Alumni author, Diana Lynne Hoffman, and illustrator, Karen Brough, of the book “Lighting the Earth” will visit storytime!
DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Special Family Storytime, Sat. Jan. 31st at 10:30 a.m. - UNH Alumni author, Diana Lynne Hoffman, and illustrator, Karen Brough, of the book “Lighting the Earth” will visit storytime!
Chocolate "The Perfect Drug", Wed. Feb 4th 6:30-8 PM - This Valentine's Day you'll appreciate a love for chocolate in a whole new way! Professor Cross will share the myths and facts about eating chocolate. A big thank you to Lindt Chocolate for a candy donation that everyone will enjoy. Contact Armida Geiger, Adult Program Coordinator ageiger@ci.durham.nh.us
Crafternoon – Sat. Jan. 31st, from 12:00-4:00 p.m. – Join us in the storytime for a fun craft!
New Program: Adult Writer's Response, Thurs. Feb. 5th 6-8 PM - Come to the first gathering and meet fellow writers. This is a forum to share passion for writing. Is it your goal to write a book? All are welcome. Some are published, others just starting out. Conctact Armida Geiger ageiger@ci.durham.nh.us
Affordable Health Care Sign-ups Feb. 4th & Feb. 11 Wednesdays 5-8 PM A facilitator for Affordable Health Care will be available to assist anyone wishing to sign up. Call to reserve a 45 min.time slot. 868-6699 Nancy Miner nminer@ci.durham.nh.us
Game Afternoon: ages 10 & up, Mon., Feb. 2nd at 2:45 p.m. - This week’s game is: "Cranium”.
Young Adult Writing Group (ages 10 & up), Mon. Feb. 2nd, 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Like to write? Join our writing/blogging group. We do writing exercises, share your writing and post to our blog “Write Away”.
Alzheimer's Cafe Fri. Feb. 6th 10:30 AM-12 PM - Join us on the 1st Friday each month in the library cafe. We welcome dementia patients still residing in their own home to come with their caregivers for support and respite with others. Free, open to the public. Contact Nicole Moore via email nmoore@ci.durham.nh.us Or call the library 603-868-6699
Storytimes, Tues. Feb. 3rd and Thurs. Feb. 5th at 10:30 a.m. They will be about “Groundhogs and Counting”! We read stories, do fingerplays, feltboard and a craft.
Oyster River Knitters Tues. Feb. 3rd 7-9 PM - Oyster River Knitters meet Tues. Feb 3rd from 7-9 PM (meets the 1st Tuesday of each month). Knit? Crochet? All levels of knitters and crocheters are welcome for a couple of hours of knitting and chatting. We spend time together sharing advice and support. Amanda Anderson tintin59@hotmail.com
Knitting Club for 3rd-5th graders! Weds. Feb. 4th from 4-5 p.m. Come and learn to knit for 6 weeks. Space is limited. Sign-up at the Children’s desk.
Lego Club Thurs. Feb. 5th at 3:45 p.m. and the theme will be “Boats/Things that Float”!
World Language School visits Homeschooler’s Group, Fri. Feb. 6th 10:30 AM - Join us for a special Home-schooler's program. World Language School visits. Come and learn some Spanish with a World Language School Educator! This group is geared toward home-schoolers but all are welcome. This week: Let's Learn Spanish!
Take Your Child to the Library Day, Sat. Feb. 7th, All day! – Come to the library with your child for fun events. 10:30 a.m. – Family Storytime, make a craft, complete a library challenge, get a library card and borrow some great materials to take home!
McGregor EMS Babysitting Class Sat. Feb. 7th 10:30 AM - 3 PM - This course is designed to certify kids ages 11 and up. Cost $35. To register call 603-862-3674 or visit http://cprsafe.org
Seacoast Reads for 1st-3rd Graders sign-ups for the second semester have begun. UNH tutors from Seacoast Reads will work with your child once a week after school starting in Feb.-May. Space is limited. Sign-up at the Children’s Desk after Jan. 1st.
Patch Club: reading incentive program for ages 2-12 years. Sign-up at the Children’s Desk!
Tales for Tails: Read to a trained therapy dog K-4th grade - sign-up at the Children’s Desk now for a 4 week session starting the week of Jan 26th. We have a new dog, Ozzie! This is a great way for your child to gain confidence in reading!
Join the Durham Public Library Birthday Book Club. Celebrate a child’s birthday in a unique way with a gift of a book to the library. Talk to the Children’s Librarian at the children’s desk for more details.
Youth Book Groups:
Raccoon Readers 2nd-4th grade. Monthly book group. Tues. Feb. 3rd 6-7PM. This month's book is "Pie" by Sarah Weeks. We talk about books, do puzzles, play some games and make a craft.
Bookeaters Middle School Book Group. Meets Wed. Feb. 11th 2:45-4PM This month's book is "The Giver" by Louis Lowry. Walk from the Middle School. Ruth Wharton-McDonald is the facilitator. All are welcome and pizza is served. Books are available at the library.
Libros Lovers, Monthly High School book group. Meets Wed. 2:45-4:00PM. Feb. 18th This month’s book is “The Safe-Keeper's Secret” by Sharon Shinn
Friends of Durham Public Library Mtg. ,Wed. Feb. 4th 1:30 PM - All are welcome to attend
Upcoming:
2/9 Game Afternoon 2:45 PM
2/10 Storytime: Valentine's Day & Mail 10:30 AM
2/11 Bookeaters Middle School Book Group 2:45 PM
2/11 Affordable Care Plan sign up 5-8 PM
2/11 Acoustic Open Mic 6:30 PM
2/12 Earreverance Valentine Performance 7 PM
2/12 Lego Club 1-4th grade 3:45 PM
2/17 Discovering New England Stone Walls 6:30 PM
Check out our website durhampubliclibrary.org for more info.
Visit the DPL website www.durhampubliclibrary.org for more information.
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WEEKLY ARREST REPORT
*Academic year commences the third week of August through graduation at UNH in May.
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FROM "HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A BRIEF HISTORY OF DURHAM, NH, 1600 - 1976 written by Philip A. Wilcox and members of the Durham Historic Association
1917 - The Student Army Training Corpos consisting of 1,269 men from N.H. and New York City took over the campus and town. Townspeople fed, transported, entertained, and comforted them. The Barracks (dismantled in 1973), concrete sidewalks and flagpole were memorials to them.
1917 - A small pipe-fenced area is found just east of Route 108 below Broth Hill. Enclosed is a 18" granite slab, inscribed "Bennie Flanders, June 17, 1908, Sept. 11, 1917. Gone, but not forgotten." It has been determined that this is the grave of the Flanders' pet dog.
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