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Astronaut Buzz Aldrin with the American flag
Courtesy the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, specifically the
NASA History Office and the NASA JSC Media Services Center
On this day, July 20, 1969, American Neil Armstrong became the first man to walk on the Moon. The astronaut stepped onto the Moon's surface, in the Sea of Tranquility, at 0256 GMT, nearly 20 minutes after first opening the hatch on the Eagle landing craft.
Armstrong had earlier reported the lunar module's safe landing at 2017 GMT with the words: "Houston, Tranquility Base here. The Eagle has landed." As he put his left foot down first Armstrong declared: "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
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GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY FOR THE NEW LIBRARY
On Monday, July 23rd at 5:00 PM a Groundbreaking Ceremony will be held at 49 Madbury Road to mark the start of construction of the new Durham Public Library building. The Board of Trustees invites all members of the community to attend this exciting new development in the Town's history.
Handicap parking will be available on-site. Regular parking is available on Dennison Road.
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ORION REDEVELOPMENT APPLICATION TO HDC WITHDRAWN
On June 7, 2012, ORION UNH LLC and their consultants presented to the Historic District Commission (HDC) a proposed construction project involving the demolition of five existing buildings located in the Historic District along Church Hill across from the Post Office. A good deal of public feedback was received from residents during the meeting.
On June 16th, the Historic District Commission received a letter on behalf of ORION UNH LLC stating, in part:
“Our team received some great feedback from the town residents as well as the HDC. With the feedback we received, we believe that best direction for our team and the Town moving forward is to withdraw our current application. This will allow ORION UNH LLC and their consultants to meet with and solicit feedback from not only the HDC, but other Town officials and residents of Durham. As we discussed at the June 7th meeting, this may be in the form of a design workshop or similar meeting.”
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PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGN VISIT FINAL COST TALLY
The Durham Police and Fire Departments have calculated a final tally associated with the June 25, 2012, presidential campaign visit to the Oyster River High School in Durham. The cost breakdown is as follows:
Durham Police Department - $2,738.78
Durham Fire Department - $2,335
Dover Police Department - $1,044.99
Farmington Police Department - $295.75
Strafford County Sheriff’s Office - $1,130.64
UNH Police Department - $4,153.13
Towing Charges (Bagdad/Canney Rds.) at Direction of the U.S. Secret Service - $1,300
Total Cost: $12,998.29
The City of Rochester and the Town of Barrington will not be billing the Town of Durham for services provided in support of the visit.
While initially estimating a cost as high as $30,000, Durham Police and Fire had lowered their estimated cost figure by June 24th as being $16,654 for police and $3,197 for fire totaling $19,851. On the day of the event, however, town public safety agencies were able to reduce local costs through the careful distribution of available personnel. In addition, some external agencies opted not to bill the Town of Durham for services provided.
Department of Public Works staff members participated in the event's safety preparations including closing and opening roadways but because this was done during the regular work day for staff, no additional charge to the community was incurred.
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PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON NEIGHBORS DURING HEAT WAVE
Residents are cautioned that high temperature and humidity can cause a variety of health problems for people of all ages, particularly if air conditioning is not available. Please take a moment to consider whether you have neighbors who could utilize assistance as a result of the high temperatures. If you have concerns or know of someone who needs assistance, please contact the Fire Department at 868-5531.
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DURHAM/UNH TEAM UP TO APPLY FOR $552,500 IN CLEAN WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN TO PROACTIVELY ADDRESS GREAT BAY WATER QUALITY ISSUES
Durham and UNH not only talk about partnering, we take steps where possible to actively work together to address common challenges.
The Great Bay Estuary is designated as impaired due primarily to the loss of eelgrass habitat, which is believed to be linked to excess nitrogen loading.
Preliminary watershed analyses conducted by NHDES indicates that nonpoint sources including stormwater are responsible for the majority of nitrogen loading to the Great Bay.
The Town of Durham in partnership with the University of New Hampshire has recently launched an initiative to develop an Integrated Watershed Management Plan for the Oyster River watershed to identify innovative, “green”, and cost-effective measures to reduce the nitrogen inputs to the Oyster River estuary. The Plan development is anticipated to occur over the next 12 to 18 months.
Meanwhile, Durham and UNH are expeditiously designing and implementing structural non-point source water quality improvements to begin reducing nutrient loads without delay.
The proposed stormwater retrofits included in this State Revolving Loan Fund application represent a first step to initiating a collaborative effort between the project partners (i.e., Town and UNH) toward achieving nitrogen reductions in the near term.
This proposed effort will not only result in meaningful nitrogen and other pollutant load reductions from impervious surfaces but will provide a visible demonstration project that can be used to generate momentum and engage other watershed stakeholders to assist in expanding this effort for greater pollutant reductions once the Integrated Watershed Management Plan is completed.
The proposed retrofits are targeted for existing untreated areas of impervious surfaces in the Durham/UNH area that drain directly to the Oyster River or tributary streams.
As many as four (4) to six (6) rain gardens or bioretention areas and two (2) gravel wetlands are anticipated to be designed and constructed as part of this effort.
An estimated 20 to 30 acres of impervious area are expected to be treated by these retrofits. The Town/ UNH partnership, which includes the UNH Stormwater Center (UNHSC) and other UNH researchers such as Bill McDowell, Wil Wollheim and Michelle Daley, brings extensive expertise and practical experience to the design, construction, and follow-up assessments of these envisioned improvements.
As part of this application, Durham seeks to obtain funds to purchase a rubber tire excavator which is essential to the efficient and practical construction of rain gardens and other stormwater enhancements.
Currently the Town owns only a small backhoe which lacks the maneuverability necessary to economically construct the significant number structural retrofit enhancements that the project partners are planning to construct to adequately reduce the discharge of non-point source pollution.
The Town anticipates the need to construct many more rain gardens and other stormwater improvements in the future. Having the ability to efficiently and economically construct and maintain these changes with in-house personnel and equipment is expected to be much more cost-effective over the long-term rather than relying upon outside contractors for each project.
Appreciation is extended to Town Engineer David Cedarholm and Assistant Engineer April Talon for taking the initiative to pursue these state revolving loan funds.
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DURHAM’S FRIDAY UPDATES – PASS THEM ALONG
If you find Durham’s “Friday Updates” to be of value, please pass them along to other individuals who may also find them of interest. The email list serve also doubles as an emergency broadcast system for the town during times of crisis such as flooding events, power outages, large scale events, etc. People can sign up on the Durham home page at http://ci.durham.nh.us/.
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ZONING REGULATIONS FOR OWNERS OF CHICKENS AND DUCKS - TOPIC TO BE DISCUSSED AT AUGUST AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION MEETING
A reminder to residents who own chicken and ducks to please have them penned. Section 175-109B "Accessory Animal Husbandry" of the Town's Zoning Ordinance requires that:
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The lot on which the use is located shall have a minimum lot size of one hundred twenty thousand (120,000) square feet of area.
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No area or structure for the housing, stabling, or feeding of animals shall be located within one hundred (100) feet of any property line.
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No animals shall be pastured within twenty-five (25) feet of any property line.
The Durham Agricultural Commission plans to discuss issues involving the keeping of chickens/ducks at its upcoming meeting at 7 PM on August 13, 2012. Residents who desire to keep chickens/ducks or who have concerns about neighbors who keep such animals are encouraged to attend to begin a dialogue about the practice which is becoming increasingly popular in town.
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LYME DISEASE ARTICLE PUBLISHED BY THE NEW HAMPSHIRE DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
If you have spent any time outdoors this summer, the chances are that you have removed at least one tick from your skin.
Many residents are unaware that last year, New Hampshire had the second highest rate of infection for Lyme disease in the country. Close to 1,300 cases were confirmed, although the actual number of cases is probably ten times higher, as estimated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This makes Lyme disease the fastest growing vectorborne
disease in the country.
To read an interesting article, "Time to Get Tick-ed Off", published by the NHDES, click HERE.
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VACATIONS IN THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE
Due to vacation schedules, the Town Administrator's Office will be closed the week of August 20th. During that week, Business Manager Gail Jablonski will serve as Acting Town Administrator.
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MEMBER NEEDED FOR THE LAMPREY RIVER ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Lamprey River Advisory Committee (LRAC) is seeking new members from Durham to serve a 3-year term. The LRAC consists of representatives from the 14 towns in the Lamprey River watershed, appointed when the entire Lamprey and five of its tributaries were designated in June, 2011,into the NH Rivers and Lakes Management and Protection Program. The representatives main tasks are to write an advisory management plan for the Lamprey River and its five major tributaries: Little River, North River, Piscassic River, North Branch River, Pawtuckaway River, and to advise the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services Commission on projects proposed for these rivers and their 1/4 mile corridor.
The LRAC meets the fourth Thursday evening of each month at 7:00 PM. Meetings are held in different locations within the watershed each month. The committee is just beginning to work on the advisory management plan, and fortunately has an earlier plan for the lower four towns (Durham, Lee, Newmarket, and Epping) to work from.
As a member from Durham, you are also expected to work with the federal Wild and Scenic Rivers program which is administered by the National Park Service through the LRAC. It functions as a sub-committee within some very specific guidelines because it is the only part of the LRAC that has federal funding. The LRAC - Wild and Scenic subcommittee is very active in education, outreach, land protection, recreation, and history areas. The Wild and Scenic Rivers subcommittee meets on the second Tuesday evening of every month, 7:00-9:00 PM in the Lee Safety Complex.
Residents interested in serving on the LRAC may contact Sharon Meeker, 603-659-5441, s-meeker@comcast.net for more information.
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VACANCIES ON VARIOUS TOWN BOARDS
The Durham Town Council is seeking interested residents of the Town of Durham who have the ability, desire, and time needed to fill a number of vacancies on various Town boards, commissions, and committees.
Citizens interested in board appointments should contact the Town Administrator’s office at 868-5571 and ask for a board application form, or stop in at the Town Clerk’s office located on the first floor of the Town Hall, 15 Newmarket Road, and complete an application. Applications may also be obtained from the Town web site at www.ci.durham.nh.us. At the top of the page select "Helpful Resources", then "Forms & Applications", then "Application for Appointment".
Completed applications may be mailed to the Town Administrator’s office, or submitted via email to jberry@ci.durham.nh.us.
Conservation Commission (1 alternate vacancy)
DCAT Governance Committee (5 regular vacancies; 1 alternate vacancy)
Historic District /Heritage Commission (2 vacancies)
Integrated Waste Management Advisory Committee (1 regular vacancy; 1 alternate vacancy)
Lamprey River Advisory Committee (1 Durham representative vacancy)
Oyster River Advisory Committee (1 Durham representative vacancy)
Parks and Recreation (1 regular vacancy; 1 alternate vacancy)
Planning Board (2 alternate vacancies)
Rental Housing Commission (1 vacancy: neighborhood representative)
Strafford Regional Planning Commission MPO Policy Committee (2 vacancies)
Zoning Board of Adjustment (2 regular vacancies; 1 alternate vacancy)
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HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY – SEPT. 22nd
The 2012 Household Hazardous Waste Day will be held on September 22nd at the Department of Public Works facility located at 100 Stone Quarry Drive. As in the past, all hazardous waste will be collected by appointment only. To register, you must call the Department of Public Works at 868-5578 or e-mail publicworks@ci.durham.nh.us.
Please remember -- The maximum collected per household is five gallons. LATEX AND OIL BASED PAINTS , MOTOR OIL, AND ANTI-FREEZE ARE NOT ACCEPTED AT HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY! These items can be brought up to the Transfer Station with your permit throughout the year.
Latex paints must be dried out first, motor oil, anti-freeze and oil based paints can go up as is.
Typically, hazardous waste is categorized as toxic, ignitable, corrosive, reactive, or otherwise hazardous. Please check the manufacturer’s label. To view the spring newsletter for details, click HERE.
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WATER METER UPGRADE PROJECT
As part of a continuing improvement effort to enhance service and create
cost-effective efficiencies within our municipal water system serving both residents and businesses, the Town of Durham is implementing a Town-wide upgrade to the water meter reading system for all of its 1,100 water system customers.
EJ Prescott and their installation subcontractor USI Services will be responsible for scheduling appointments and performing the necessary work to upgrade all water meter services. Residents should expect to receive letters in the mail from USI Services during the week of July 23rd. This letter will contain information on how to schedule appointments with USI Services. This work is scheduled to be completed by October 2012.
Work will include mandatory inspections of all existing water meters and, if necessary, replacement of older and incompatible water meters in addition to installing externally mounted radio modules to transmit water meter data to a secure Town-operated radio system. Customers that do not need their water meters replaced will be retrofitted with a new radio module only.
The program, once completed will improve the efficiency and accuracy of water meter reading and billing operations and significantly reduce unaccounted for water use. Cooperation from both residents and businesses connected to the water system will be most appreciated as the Town works to implement this important program.
Questions may be directed to the Public Works Department at 603-868-5578.
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UNH OUTDOOR POOL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
2012 Special Events:
Family BBQ, July 20, August 3, August 17 5:00-7:00pm
We grill hamburgers, hotdogs and veggie burgers (for purchase) and you get to enjoy some family time!
Night Under the Lights, July 25 5:00-9:00pm
Come and enjoy being at the pool "after hours," spot lights keep the pool bright!
UNH Outdoor Pool 2012 Hours of Operation:
August 14 to August 27 Noon-6:00pm
August 28 to September 3 TBA
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SWIM LESSONS
Morning Lessons:
Morning lessons are offered in a one-week format for pre-school and level 1-4 students beginning the week of June 25th. Classes are 35 min. in length and meet Monday - Thursday (4 classes) at a cost of $45. Friday mornings are used for cancellation make-up if necessary. Make-ups will be held at the outdoor pool. Lessons meet 11:15 - 11:50 am and cost $45. per child per session.
AM Session #1 June 25 - June 28
AM Session #2 July 2 - July 6 (Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri)
AM Session #3 July 9 - July 12
AM Session #4 July 16 - July 19
AM Session #5 July 23 - July 27
AM Session #6 August 30 - August 2
AM Session # 7 August 6 - August 9
AM Session #8 August 13-August 16
Evening Lessons:
Evening lessons are offered in 3 three-week sessions for pre-school and level 1-6 students beginning the week of June 18th. Classes are 35 min. in length and participants have the choice of M/W or Tu/Th evenings at a cost of $65 for 6 classes. The indoor pool will be utilized for inclement weather conditions when necessary. If the indoor pool is unavailable, alternative arrangement will be made on an as needed basis. Lessons meet 4:30 - 5:05 pm OR 5:15 - 5:50 pm.
PM Session #1 Jun 18- Jul 2 (Mon & Wed)* OR Jun 19-Jul 5 (Tue & Thu)
PM Session #2 Jul 9-Jul 25 (Mon & Wed) OR Jul 10- Jul 26 (Tue & Thu)
PM Session #3 Jul 30-Aug 15 (Mon & Wed) OR Jul 31-Aug 16 (Tue & Thu)
*No class Wednesday, July 4th. PM Session #1 (Mon/Wed) will be pro-rated at $55 per child due to the holiday.
Parent/Child Lessons
Parent/Child lessons are offered to families with children 6 mos. - 3 years of age. The lessons are 25 min. in length and meet Tuesday & Thursdays for 3-weeks (6 classes) at a cost of $55. Fridays are used for cancellation make-up if necessary. Lessons are designed to teach basic water skills and building blocks to both parents and children. A parent or adult 18 years or older must be present with the child in the water for each of these lessons and we strongly encourage consistency for the child. Lessons meet 11:15 - 11:40 am OR 5:15 - 5:40 pm and cost $55. per child per session.
P/C Session #1 June 19-July 5 (Tue & Thu)
P/C Session #2 July 10-July 26 (Tue & Thu)
P/C Session #3 July 31-August 16 (Tue & Thu)
Private Swim Lesson
Youth and adult private swim lessons are available as individual lessons ($25), block of four ($85) or block of eight ($150). Semi-private lessons are offered for an extra $20 per block of lessons. There can be no more than 2 participants in a semi-private lesson. Lessons are 30 min. in length and are scheduled directly with an instructor once assigned. Registration will be available online this summer.
Additional Information
Registration for all classes will be done online. Registration for group lessons will close when the maximum number of of participants is reached or at 1 pm the Friday before the session is scheduled to begin. A waiting list will be created if necessary. Registration for private lessons is ongoing but larger blocks of lessons are discouraged from being purchased after the first full week of August. Payment is required at the time of registration & refunds will not be issued.
** Lessons will be held at the outdoor facility rain or shine. In the event that heavy rain, lightning, or thunder cancel lessons, the reschedule day will be Friday at the same time or moved to Swasey Indoor Pool in the Field House.**
Please contact Erika Cooper at 603-862-0845, erika.cooper@unh.edu or Cheryl Currier at 603-862-1872, cheryl.currier@unh.edu with any questions.
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DURHAM SEEKING PART-TIME, YEAR-ROUND PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
The Town of Durham is seeking a part-time, year-round (30+ hours/week) Parks and Recreation Director responsible for planning, organizing, and coordinating parks and recreation programs and services for the community. This position may be expanded to full-time in the future.
Ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work closely with volunteers, strong planning, organizational, and writing skills, independence & initiative, and a general knowledge of parks and recreation issues, funding sources, and budget development and oversight.
This position will work closely with members of Durham’s Parks & Recreation Committee, town staff, and other community groups. The position reports directly to the Town Administrator. Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management or related field preferred, and at least one year working with the public in a parks and recreation position or related area. An acceptable combination of experience may be combined to fulfill the formal educational requirement. Hourly Pay Range: $19.46 to $23.79.
Durham is a dynamic community located in New Hampshire’s Seacoast region with a population of approximately 14,600, and is home to the University of New Hampshire.
Interested persons should reply with cover letter and resume by Friday, August 10, 2012 to the Administrator’s Office, 15 Newmarket Road, Durham, NH 03824 or email information to jberry@ci.durham.nh.us. To view the job description for this position, click HERE.
The Town of Durham is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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DURHAM’S FRIDAY DEALS
This program is intended to give local merchants an opportunity to encourage residents to shop locally.
Wildcat Fitness, 397-3200
Use the gym 4 Free on Fridays (Expires 8-31)
Located at the far end of the Mill Plaza
Village Pizza, 868-5300
$5 Wrap or Large Salad (add $2 for steak or chicken on salad)
Located at 45 Main St.
Red Carpet Florist, 868-7021
$5 bouquets of flowers every Friday
Located at 56 Main St.
Mino’s Roast Beef, 397-5261
$6.50 Chicken Kebab Salad (Regular Size) on Friday
Located in the Mill Plaza
Domino’s Pizza, 868-6230
$5 Small Cheese Pizza every Friday
Located in the Mill Plaza
Uppercut Hair Salon, 868-7363
20% off all hair care products every Friday
Located in the Mill Plaza
Mama Mac and More, 868-7449
$5 for an 8" sub or salad (add $2 for chicken or steak on salad)
Located at 38 Main Street
Durham House of Pizza, 868-2224
$4 for a small cheese pizza
Located at 38 Main Street
Candy Bar, 397-5154
Free dark caramel and sea salt chocolate truffle with every $10 purchase
Located at 44 Main Street
Bindy’s Boutique, 590-0044
20% off on Fridays when you mention this ad from the Friday Updates
Located at 42a Main St.
Money spent locally stays local. Support Durham business.
If your business has a Friday deal to offer please send it to
Ken Entz at sentz@comcast.net.
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PUBLIC 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. To view agendas for the meetings listed below, please click HERE.
Economic Development Committee - Monday, July 23, 2012
Conservation Commission - Tuesday, July 17, 2012
Historic District Commission - Wednesday, July 18, 2012
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://ci.durham.nh.us/ by clicking the DCAT on demand logo, or directly at http://dcat.pegcentral.com/.
Oyster River School Board meeting schedule, please click HERE.
Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule, please click HERE.
DCAT Programming Schedule, please click HERE.
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PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Music By the Bay Series will feature the Minks Hill Band on July 31st from 6-8pm at Wagon Hill Farm for a free concert of Blue Grass and Folk Music. Families are welcome to bring chairs and picnics for a relaxing evening by the bay. A Guided Walking Tour will take place before the concert on July 31st at 5pm. Walkers will have an opportunity to learn of the vast habitat and landscapes of our beautiful Wagon Hill Farm thanks to the Land Stewardship Committee and Conservation Committee partnering with Durham Recreation. Meeting place is at the Wagon.
Sunset Kayak Tour: Come and explore the wonders of our beautiful bay! UNH Outdoor Adventures and Durham Rec have partnered to provide a Kayak Sunset Tour on August 7th from 5-8pm at Jackson Landing. Cost is $20 which includes kayak, paddles, pfd, instruction and a tour. To sign up and receive more information please email outdooradventures@unh.edu
UNH Outdoor Adventure and Parks & Rec have partnered to provide a Sunset Tour from Jackson Landing. The cost is $20 which includes kayak, pfd, paddles and instruction. For more information please email outdoor.adventures@unh.edu.
Ultimate Frisbee is free and fun for the entire family! For more information, click HERE.
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Yoga on Wagon Hill at the Waterfront, July 5-August 30, 2012, offered through Prana Studio. Sessions every Thursday, 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Classes are free, however
if participants wish to do so, they may make a $5 donation towards restoration of the Smith Chapel. Please bring yoga mat, sunscreen, and water. In the event of rain, the class will be cancelled. Email questions to sign-up@moebiusyoga.com.
Forest Watch Training Workshops for Teachers. Forest Watch is a proven program with students conducting basic and applied research on forest ecosystems in New England. For more information about this program, visit http://www.forestwatch.sr.unh.edu/index.shtml. To register for one of the workshops email martha.carlson@unh.edu. The Forest Watch program is funded in part by the New Hampshire Space Grant Consortium, located at University of New Hampshire Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space.
Going Paces Second Annual Race, Sunday, October 21, 2012 (Newburyport Half Marathon and Relay) to raise funds for Growing Places. Training for run in Newburyport, MA on October 12, 2012. For more information click HERE or contact suechase@growingplacesnh.org.
UNH Memorial Union Building Summer Series - The MUB Building at the University of New Hampshire is proud to bring back the Summer Series with movies (including one in 3-D!), a mini-carnival, an outdoor movie, and more. This week’s movie feature is Disney’s John Carter (PG-13). For the full printable schedule go to http://www.unhmub.com/mub/PDF/MUB-Summer_2012.pdf
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DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Attention Adult Summer Readers!
WIN A KINDLE! You have just ONE MORE WEEK to enter our raffle. Our first-ever adult summer reading program (ages 13 and up!) is drawing to a close. All you need to do is read a book, write a simple review of it using the easy book review sheets available at the library, put your name in the raffle box, and you will be entered into our drawing! ALL BOOK REVIEWS MUST BE IN BY WEDNESDAY, JULY 25 TO BE ENTERED IN THE RAFFLE. A winner will be chosen on Thursday at the library's summer reading finale, the Norman Ng magician show at 10:30 a.m. You do NOT need to be present to win.
Congratulations Summer Readers. After 3 weeks we have read approximately 66,000 minutes together. Keep Reading! Bring in your reading logs once a week to collect your prize. Answer our trivia question of the week and receive another prize. Help fill up our night sky map with all the minutes we read.
“Dream Big, Read” Week 5 of Summer Reading. Events for this week are:
Tuesday, July 24, 10:30 a.m. – All ages storytime (preschool) – Camping! Stories, fingerplays, songs, feltboard and a craft.
Tuesday, July 24, 6:30 p.m. (9-12 yr old group) – Cupcake Decorating and Game Night. Come and decorate some cupcakes and play some group games. We will also discuss what we are reading.
Wednesday, July 25, 6:30 p.m. – All ages family night: Center for Wildlife from York, Maine will visit with their nocturnal animals, owls and bats! Meet these night animals and learn about the center.
Thursday July 26, 10:30 a.m. ORHS Multi-purpose room – All ages Finale Celebration with Norman Ng, Magician with the Durham and Madbury Libraries. Join us in celebrating your summer reading accomplishments. Norman Ng will astound you with his mix of magic tricks, audience participation, and humor. Sponsored by the Byrne Foundation, CHILIS, the Cogswell and Benevolent Trust, the NH Library Association, the NH State Library and the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services. A special thank-you to the
Friends of the Durham Public Library for all their support. Prize books, reading certificates, and Bagelry Prize will be handed out. Cake will also be served. A big thank-you to the The Bagelry, The Sea Dogs, Dunkin Donuts and other local businesses for their prize donations.
Thursday, July 26, 3:00-4:00 p.m. (6-8 yr. old group) – Lego Afternoon again. Come and build with Legos. Come and join the fun!
Thursday, July 26, 4:00-5:00 p.m. (young adult writing group (ages 10 & up) – Join our weekly writing group. We will add your writings to the Durham Library blog “Write Away”! Write book reviews, movie, play reviews, travel logs, poetry, song lyrics, short stories, and more.
No Book Donations please for the month of July. We will not be accepting book donations the last week of July. We will start accepting them again the last week of August.
Check out the library's website at http://www.durhampubliclibrary.org/durham/ for more information.
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FROM "DURHAM, NEW HAMPSHIRE A HISTORY - 1900-1985"
Newspapers: Durham Times and The Durham Times. The name Durham Times was used by two small weeklies published in the town. The second, The Durham Times, was an extension of the first, both edited by the same person. Announcing that it contained 'Some of the News That's Fit to Print,' The College Shop put out the first Durham Times perhaps as early as January or February 1944. Copies available in the University of New Hampshire archives begin with volume IV, number 3, February 19, 1947. The College Shop, which sold clothing and sports equipment, distributed the newspaper as an advertising device; the contents appe
ared primarily to university students. Mimeographed on sheets measuring 5 1/2 by 8 1/2 inches, it contained numerous small, humorous, hand-drawn cartoons, sports, an occasional book review, and of course advertising notices for The College Shop items: 'UNH Sweatshirts - just arrived,' or 'We have just received a small lot of pajamas.' The last of these tiny papers came out on February 6, 1948." Published in 1985 by the Durham Historic Association.
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Have a nice weekend.
Todd
Todd I. Selig, Administrator
Town of Durham, New Hampshire
T: 603-868-5571 F: 603-868-5572
tselig@ci.durham.nh.us http://www.ci.durham.nh.us
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