Friday Updates - June 28, 2013

Friday, June 28, 2013

Early morning at the Town Landing. Courtesy Todd Selig

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Well ... with all of the rain we have been experiencing, it likely will not be a dry summer.  Please enjoy the Independence Day holiday.

NO "FRIDAY UPDATES" ON FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2013

A reminder that due to vacation schedules in the Administrator's Office, there will be no "Friday Updates" on Friday, July 5th. The next "Friday Updates" publication will be on Friday, July 12th.  

 

TOWN OFFICES CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY

The Town Offices will be closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday on Thursday, July 4, 2013. The Administrator's Office will also be closed on Friday, July 5, 2013. All other offices will reopen for regular business hours on Friday, July 5th at 8:00 AM.

ANNUAL JULY 4TH CELEBRATION

The Rotary Club of Durham-Great Bay is again proud to hold the annual July 4th Celebration at Cowell Stadium on Thursday evening, July 4th, starting at 6:00 PM, with a rain date of Friday, July 5th. There will be a number of activities before the fireworks display. Come enjoy and celebrate with us the founding of our great nation!

Durham Public Works staff delivering sand for the sand box at the UNH Outdoor Pool.

Courtesy Stacey Hall

A NICE STORY ABOUT THE UNH OUTDOOR POOL | SCHEDULED TO OPEN SATURDAY, JUNE 29th!

Durham Parks and Recreation Director Stefanie Frazee worked closely with UNH Director of Campus Recreation Stacey Hall this past week to provide support in readying the UNH Outdoor Pool for the summer season.  With staff transitions at UNH, the need for sand in the pool's sand box had been overlooked until UNH's Linda Hayden inspected the facility.  

When Steve Valpey from the Durham Public Works Department delivered the sand last Friday morning, he was challenged by Stacey Hall to get all the sand into the sandbox (which looked challenging with the size of the tree he would have to maneuver around).  If he was successful, Stacey told him she would give him a UNH Campus Recreation t-shirt.  He was successful ... but moved on to his next job so quickly that Stacey didn't have a chance to give him the shirt!  Stacey followed up and a shirt has been dropped off at DPW for Steve. 

While it is unfortunate that there was a short delay in the pool's opening this season, Administrator Selig would like to personally acknowledge the efforts of Director Stacey Hall for attending to the safety of the pool and in doing so realizing that the drain needed to be retrofitted to ensure compliance with necessary safety standards.  Other repairs such as concrete work to the sides of the pool were also needed.  

Through the leadership of VP for Student and Academic Services Mark Rubinstein and  Paul Chamberlin, Associate VP for Facilities, UNH cobbled together sufficient financial resources to engage engineering and construction services necessary to address the issue.  The repairs were costly and should be acknowledged by the Town of Durham as Durham is the primary beneficiary of the UNH Outdoor Pool.

Durham's Stefanie Frazee worked to keep an open line of communication between the Town and Campus Recreation. And UNH's Erika Mantz, Director of Media Relations (and also a Durham resident), worked to keep the public informed of the pool's opening schedule. 

The UNH Outdoor Pool summer hours are noon-7 p.m. through August 24; noon-6 p.m. through September 2.

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Pool pass vouchers are available at the Town Hall, Town Clerk’s Office, 15 Newmarket Road. The Town Clerk’s Office is open 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Monday-Friday.

CAMPUS EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM TO BE TESTED FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2013

Regular testing of UNH’s outdoor notification system will occur Friday, July 5, 2013, between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The test will include the siren, a “canned” message and a recording signaling the end of the test. The entire exercise will take less than 10 minutes.

In addition, the university will also simultaneously send test messages through its alert system to registered cell phones, pagers, BlackBerrys, PDAs and/or e-mail accounts, and a directed communication to all UNH faculty, staff and students.

The outdoor notification system is designed to not only alert the campus community when there is imminent danger but also follows up with voice instructions. This two-step approach, called Alert and Inform, helps reduce confusion and restore order.

Sirens are located on the roof of the MUB, the roof of Morse Hall, A-Lot and the dirt parking lot near the equestrian facility. The system reaches a distance of nearly a mile in all directions.

Durham residents are encouraged to sign up to receive emergency broadcasts from UNH at https://alert.unh.edu/index.php?CCheck=1 .

Contact Paul Dean, UNH's chief of police and executive director of public safety, at 862-1427 for more information or with any questions.

DURHAM TO SAVE $194,941 THROUGH REFINANCING OF TOWN DEBT

The Durham Business Office works to keep updated on the current status of the bond market. As a result of these efforts, it was determined that now was a good time to re-finance some of the Town’s long-term debt due to current low interest rates. Given current rates, the Town could have a net savings of approximately $194,941 ($61,951 General Fund, $14,014 Water Fund, $118,975 Wastewater Fund) if we were to re-finance our 2002 general obligation bond and 2004 Wastewater Treatment Plant State Revolving Loan and 2006 Landfill Closure State Revolving Loan at this time.

We also plan to include the 2013 General Obligation Bond Issue of $1,028,000 in with this Refunding Bond in order to achieve the lowest possible interest rate. The Town would not be extending the terms of the existing loans when we re-finance.  The Town Council will take up this matter on Monday evening.

Moody's Investors Service most recently assigned an Aa2 rating to the Town of Durham in August 2012, reflecting the town's satisfactory financial position with sufficient fund balance levels, stable tax base anchored by the University of New Hampshire, a trend of balanced operating budgets, and moderate debt burden.

The most competitive bond rating is Aaa. The rating scale flows as follows: Aaa, Aa1, Aa2, Aa3, A1, A2, A3...

Bedford is the only town in NH of which we are aware with an Aaa rating. Concord, Portsmouth, and Manchester have an Aa1 rating. Durham, Keene, Derry, Hampton, Nashua, and Salem have an Aa2 rating. Dover has an Aa3 rating. Rochester has an A1 rating. Exeter has an A2 rating.

CODE/ZONING/HEALTH OFFICER TOM JOHNSON TO SPEAK WITH COUNCIL MONDAY EVENING ABOUT COMPLAINTS FROM RESIDENTS CONCERNING RENTAL PROPERTIES IN DURHAM

In recent months residents and Council members have expressed concern regarding trash at rental properties, enforcement of the no more than three unrelated rule, illegally parked vehicles on lawns at rental properties, and other zoning violation concerns.

At the June 17th meeting, the Town Council asked Administrator Selig to invite Code/Zoning/Health Officer Tom Johnson to attend the July 1st meeting to give the Council a brief overview of these issues, explain what has/is being done to address the issues, and to answer any questions Council members may have.

COUNCIL TO ADDRESS SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION OF $115,000 TO IMPROVE EMERGENCY RADIO COMMUNICATIONS BETWEEN DURHAM AND STRAFFORD COUNTY DISPATCH CENTER

At the May 6, 2013 Town Council meeting MIS Coordinator Luke Vincent and Police Chief David Kurz held a discussion on the existing deficiencies with radio communication between the Strafford County Communications Center with Durham Fire and Police units and a proposed solution. 

The current radio configuration transmits signals back and forth between Durham entities and Strafford County, located in Dover, to and from a microwave antenna located at Beech Hill.  From the microwave antenna, transmission is accomplished via four separate antennas located within Durham via Fairpoint telephone lines. 

It is at this point that problems persist with periodic complete failure of radio communications.  This is due to the telephone lines having a 90-95% reliability rate, considered a high rate of success for telephone lines, when it is obvious that emergency communications demands 100% functionality.  To rectify this deficiency, an engineering proposal recommends an elimination of Durham’s dependency upon telephone lines with a conversion to microwave antennas enabling not only dependable service but system redundancy.

The Council will take up this matter on July 1st.

Commerative plaques at the Mill Pond Dam. Courtesy Todd Selig

COUNCIL TO TAKE UP RESOLUTION TO PRESERVE THE MILL POND DAM FOR THE DURATION OF ITS USEFUL LIFE

On September 15th, the HDC/Heritage Commission, Parks & Recreation, and Durham Historical Association, in collaboration with Three Chimneys Inn, will be sponsoring the gala CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION of the historic Mill Pond Dam. The event will recognize the 100th anniversary of this iconic landmark of Durham.

Before 1913, going back to Valentine Hill in the mid 1640’s, there was a series of timber dams on the Mill Pond Dam site.  In 1913 the generous gift of the dam to the Town of Durham was given by Edith Angela Congreve Onderdonk, stepdaughter of Hamilton Smith, continuing the legacy of philanthropy of the Hamilton Smith Family to the Town of Durham. The dam design and construction was the latest up-to-date design and use of the newest construction materials. It is only one of five Ambursen style dams left in NH and the only one that is still intact.

A few years ago there was concern that the dam might be in need of repair, possibly major repair.  There was also thought of removing the dam completely.  Dr. David Gress from the University of New Hampshire was hired by the Town of Durham and did extensive research on the dam’s condition. After several months of testing he concluded that the Dam’s spillway is in good condition and will not need repairs for 10 to 20 years. This was the main concern regarding the dam’s structure. It was documented by Professor Gress that the gates of the dam will need complete replacement in 5 to 10 years and the right embankment will need repair in 5 to 10 years.

The Mill Pond Dam has been determined to be eligible for listing on the New Hampshire Division of Historic Resources State Register and was recognized by the NH Preservation Alliance for their “Seven To Save” program in 2010.

The resolution, sponsored by Town Councilor Diana Carroll, notes the history of the dam, the many benefits of the Mill Pond Dam to the Durham community, the structural soundness of the 100 year old dam, the desire for its preservation, and if approved, would offer Council support for the continuation of the Mill Pond Dam for the remainder of its useful life.

Feedback relative to this resolution may be emailed to Administrative Assistant Jennie Berry at jberry@ci.durham.nh.us. 

Mill Pond Dam, 2013. Courtesy Todd Selig

2014 BUDGET PROCESS PLANNING WITH TOWN COUNCIL

The Business Office soon will be sending out its annual request to department heads and various Town boards, commissions, committees, and outside agencies asking for submissions of their proposed 2014 budgets.  Department heads will be asked to prepare a budget that, from their perspectives, meets the needs of the Town and is consistent with Town Council goals. Departments will also be asked to initiate additional items they believe are necessary to support or enhance their departments, or create new efficiencies to benefit the Town.

At the Town Council meeting on Monday evening, July 1st, the Administrator and Business Manager will be seeking guidance from Councilors in order to begin the process of preparing the proposed 2014 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan. 

Councilors will also be provided with information relative to a benchmarking effort to compare Durham’s cost drivers to those of other comparable communities.

UPDATED HOUSING STANDARDS ORDINANCE
INSPECTION FINDINGS thru 6/21/13 – WHAT DEFICIENCIES ARE BEING FOUND IN OFF CAMPUS RENTAL PROPERTIES

The Town’s new Housing Standards Ordinance is in full implementation with the Fire Department endeavoring to inspect approximately 15 properties each week. 

The ordinance requires, in part, that all owners of rental properties identify the property and request an inspection in writing from the Fire Department of all of their residential rental properties and dwelling units.

The ordinance was adopted by the Town Council on January 7, 2013. 

As of June 21, 2013, 150 properties with 201 dwelling units had been inspected. 

To view a breakdown of violations discovered as of 6/21/13, click HERE.

TODD TO RIDE WITH DPW STAFF ON TRASH TRUCK JULY 3RD

In an effort to stay up to date with the day-to-day experiences of the DPW Sanitation Division, Administrator Selig will spend July 3rd riding with staff on the solid waste collection vehicle. 

The Town is scheduled to replace one of its two trash trucks in 2014 and conversations will soon take place concerning the desired specifications. 

PROPERTY TAX AND WATER/SEWER BILLS

Property tax bills were mailed out to property owners on Wednesday, May 29th, and are due Monday, July 1st. Water/Sewer bills will be mailed out on Monday, June 10th, and are due Wednesday, July 10th. 

Just a reminder, the envelope included with the bill is addressed to our “lock box” location in Manchester. The advantage of the lock box service is quicker processing of payments, however, payments may still be mailed to or dropped off at the Town Clerk's Office.

 

New handicap ramp at Durham Police Department.

HANDICAP RAMP COMPLETED AT THE DURHAM POLICE FACILITY

When the police moved into the former Bachelor building on Route 108 in 1997 handicap access was added to the front of the facility.  Over time, the stairs and ramp began to deteriorate eventually becoming unusable. 

As part of a maintenance/upgrading program that included painting, minor interior renovations, and addition of drainage pipes around the building, the front steps were totally renovated with granite steps and a brick façade. 

This week the finishing touches of a new railing system arrived.  Deterioration of the hand rails by rusting will be very difficult as these railings are made from aluminum and powder coated, all designed to survive the New Hampshire winter!

Mill Pond Dam under construction in 1913. Courtesy Durham Historic Association

MILL POND DAM 1913-2013

The Mill Pond Dam is an Ambursen style dam. There are only six left in New Hampshire and this one is the oldest and the only one that is intact. It’s construction was made possible through a generous gift from Edith Onderdonk (step daughter of Hamilton Smith).

In 1913, the last of the timber dams washed away and the Ambursen patent was obtained to construct the dam. The engineer of record was Prof Chas Elbert Hewitt, first chair of the Dept of Electrical Engineering at UNH. Contractor was Daniel Chesley. They went from granite construction to concrete (to last forever) and used rebar. This was the equivalent of going to the moon back in 1913.

FARMERS' MARKET EVERY MONDAY, 2:15 - 6:00 PM, THRU OCTOBER 7TH
The Farmers' Market organized by the Seacoast Growers Association, is located in Durham at the Town Office lot located at 15 Newmarket Road just behind the Town Offices. New hours this year are from 2:15 - 6:00 PM every Monday, rain or shine, until October 7th. 

For more information on the market, and to view an interactive market map with details on each vendor, visit the Seacoast Growers Association website:

http://www.seacoastgrowers.org/durham-farmers-market/

Courtesy University of New Hampshire

UNH STUDY ON IMPACT OF STRENGTH TRAINING ON OLDER ADULTS

A University of New Hampshire faculty member has received a grant of more than $360,000 from the National Institutes of Health to study the effectiveness of two distinct strength training regimens on older adults. The study will compare traditional resistance training exercises, in which participants build muscle strength by lifting heavy weights, to an innovative program that uses very light resistance coupled with blood flow restriction.

The researchers are currently recruiting men and women over 65 to participate in the study. Subjects, who will be compensated, will undergo 12 weeks of supervised strength training at the biomechanics laboratory in UNH’s New Hampshire Hall.  To learn more about participating in the study, contact Cook at summer.cook@unh.edu or 603-862-0895. More information is also available at the links below.

http://www.unh.edu/news/releases/2012/aug/bp22elderly.cfm.

http://www.chhs.unh.edu/studying-impact-strength-training-older-adults.

AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION

Members of the Agricultural Commission recently met with the Master Plan Advisory Committee to discuss the draft Agricultural Resources chapter of the Master Plan.  A link to the remarks made by Ag Comm member John Carroll on behalf of the Agricultural Commission are available on the website http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/boc_agricultural.

Logo Design Contest! Prizes! - The Durham Agricultural Commission needs a logo for use on posters and other educational and promotional materials. Do you have an idea for a logo that captures the spirit of gardens and farms in Durham? If so, please create a logo and submit it to Agricultural Commission Chair Theresa Walker by 7pm, August 1, 2013 at theresawalker@comcast.net. The Agricultural Commission will select its favorite designs and award prizes to kids and adults at Durham Farm Day on August 17th. Logo designs must include the words "Durham Agricultural Commission".

For more information and to register for the workshops, please contact Agricultural Commission Chair Theresa Walker at theresawalker@comcast.net  603-659-7226. Information is also available on the Agricultural Commission website  at https://www.ci.durham.nh.us/boc_agricultural

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.

Town Council - Monday, June 28, 2013. To view agenda and other information, click HERE.

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/.

Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule, please click HERE.

DCAT Programming Schedule, please click HERE.

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.

Free Afternoon Yoga: Get outside! Join us for a complimentary, relaxing 1-hour yoga session at WHF by the bay on July 11, 18, 25 (12-1PM). No sign up. Just show up!

Summer Concert Series Kickoff - New Date and Time: Due to rain and thunderstorms this week, the Summer Concert Series Kickoff was cancelled. Our good friends from the BLISS band have agreed to reschedule for Thursday, July 10th at WHF, 5:30 PM. See you there! http://www.bliss4.net/

Storytelling Around the Fire - New Date and Time:  Durham Parks and Recreation and Durham Library present Michael Lang, storyteller and owner of The Coyote’s Inkwell, sharing folktales, fables, and his own original stories around the fire. Wednesday, July 3rd, 6:30 PM at the Durham Town Landing Parking Lot. Cost is FREE. Bring family and chairs!

It's Kayak Time:  We have tours scheduled all summer! 

For more information, click HERE.  Visit Seven Rivers Paddling.

Zumba for ORHS Grads: Preparing for the first year of college can be stressful!  Let it all out in our "Zumba for Grads" class, taking place the month of July only!  Email: sfrazee@ci.durham.nh.us 

Adventure Paddle Camp:  Durham Parks & Recreation is teaming up with Seven Rivers Paddling to offer kids kayaking camps this summer!  We are offering a series of week-long sessions for kids ages 6-8 and 9-13. Each session will guide the participants through basic paddling techniques. For more information, visit Seven Rivers Paddling on FB, or email sevenriverspaddling@gmail.com
Mad Science Summer Camp:

      Rockin’ Rockets & Fantastic Flight - From the earliest flying machines to the first rocket, Fantastic Flight will allow campers to build many different flying devices from balloon copters and kites to rockets! Learn about navigation tools and see how Newton’s Laws of Motion help explain how things move and how rockets fly!  July 29-Aug 2, 2013; Ages 7 to 12 years old; 9AM-3:30 PM, ORMS, $250.

      Secret Agent Lab - Look out 007 – the Mad Science Secret Agent Lab is in session! From decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, you will get a chance to check out cool spy equipment and even create your own edible message in a hands-on look at the science that spies use! Aug 5-9, 2013, Ages 7 to 12 years old, 9AM-3:30 PM, ORMS, $250.  Register/ find out more HERE.

Mark Your Calendars:

Music by the Bay Summer Concert Series – June, July, August 2013 @ WHF 

Dam Centennial Celebration – September 15th @ Three Chimneys Inn

Durham Day – September 21st (rain date September 22nd) @ WHF

A Spooktacular Day in Durham – October 25th

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Durham Great Bay Rotary meets each Wednesday @ 7:30AM for breakfast at Three Chimneys Inn.  Sponsor of 4th of July Celebrations & fireworks in Durham at Cowell Stadium, UNH campus.

Food Drive to Benefit Cornucopia Food Bank at Waysmeet Center, July 1-31, 2013, being held by Nationwide Insurance. Collection box is located upstairs in the Nationwide Insurance office located at 20 Madbury Road, Suite 1, Durham.

UNH MUB Summer Series. FREE movies. For the full printable schedule, click HERE.

Resource for Orphaned and/or Injured Wildlife. Anyone finding or needing assistance with an injured or orphaned bird/small mammal including, birds of prey, raccoon, fox, squirrel, possum, skunk, groundhog etc., please call Maria Colby at 603-428-3723 or Patsy Pratt in Durham at 603-868-2125. For more information, click HERE.

Oyster River Summer Camps 2013, July 9-August 9. Click HERE for registration information and form. 

Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning 101. Owner's manual to follow. Courtesy Walter Rous

 

DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY CONSTRUCTION UPDATE   

Critical Paths to Completion

In any construction, there are a number of lines of progress toward completion, sometimes occurring simultaneously and sometimes sequentially.  

In order to pour the sidewalks, the curbs must be in.  In order to set the curbs, the base paving must be down, which requires utility trenches to be filled and compacted, etc.  In order to open the library, numerous building, mechanical, electrical, and fire safety requirements must be met. 

Site work is ready for setting the curbs and pouring the walkways…on schedule.  Because of the weather and to prevent erosion, it was elected to roll out sod rather than plant seed.  So you might even say that grass is way ahead of schedule.  Last week the mechanical systems were programmed and tested…on schedule.  This week, commissioners and subcontractors held educational workshops for the Department of Public Works and library staff…on schedule.

We also need to move the entire operation from its Mill Road location.  That requires working computers and Internet, furniture, and books!  Books require shelves.

There had to be a glitch.  Bookshelves were fabricated and delivered on schedule, but they were the wrong size.  There is no way around this one.  Moving day has to be delayed at least a week which postpones our opening by that much.  Still, every day brings us closer to the opening and things are looking great.

You might start thinking of checking out a good midsummer read.  Just be sure to return it…on schedule.

Instant lawn.  Courtesy Walter Rous

DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Happy 4th of July!  The Library will be closed on Thursday, July 4th.

Week 2 of Summer Reading.  You can still register!
Tuesdays,  July 2, 16, 23, 10:30 a.m. – All ages storytimes (preschool) – Dig Into Reading Themes!  Stories, fingerplays, songs, feltboard and a craft!Tuesdays, July 2, 16, 23, 6:30 p.m. (9-12 yr old group) – Wii Night/Game Nights, and decorate cupcakes.  We will also share what we’re reading.  Win prizes!

Thursdays,  July 18, 25, 3:00-4:00 p.m. (6-8 yr. old group) – Bugs/Ant Farms, Legos, Rocks, archaeology, fairy houses.  We will hear stories, play games, do puzzles, crafts and share what we are reading.
Thursdays, July 18, 25, 4:00-5:00 p.m. (young adult writing group) – Like to write?  Join this writing group and add your writing to the Durham Library blog “Write Away”!  You will become your own editor and post to our blog.  Write book reviews, movie, play reviews, travel logs, poetry, song lyrics, short stories, more….! 

Wednesday, July 3, 6:30 p.m. All ages Family night with the Durham Recreation Department – Michael Lang Storyteller at the Town Landing with a Bonfire following!  Don’t miss this fun joint program at the Town Landing with the Durham Rec Department!
Wednesday, July 10, 6:30 p.m. – All ages Family night joint program with the Durham Recreation Department – Nature Walk at the Jackson’s Landing Trail!  Meet at Jackson Landing and take a nature walk with a Durham Rec Department Naturalist.  We will make a craft afterwards.  Dress for a hike and wear bug spray!  Will happen rain or shine.  All are welcome!
Thursday, July 11, 10:30 a.m. ORHS Multi-purpose room – All ages Wildlife Encounters with the Durham, Lee and Madbury Libraries.  Come and meet animals and learn about them.
Wednesday, July 17, 6:30 p.m. – All ages Family night –– Center for Wildlife from York, Maine will visit with their burrowing animals/diggers!  Meet these animals and learn about the Center! 

Thursday, July 18, 6:00-8:00 p.m. (ages 10 and up) – Marek Bennett Comic Workshop.  This is a joint library program with the Durham, Lee and Madbury Libraries at the Durham Library.  Sign-ups required.

Wednesday, July 24, 6:30 p.m. – All ages Family night – NH Children’s Museum Visit , Fish Aren’t Afraid of the Dark!  Learn about why sea animals glow and make a glowing fish art activity! 

Friday July 26, 10:30 a.m. at the Durham Library – All ages Finale Celebration with Wayne From Maine, Musician, with the Durham and Madbury Libraries!  Join us in celebrating your summer reading accomplishments.  Wayne from Maine is a talented and interactive musician for all ages.  He will have everyone on their feet moving to his music.   Wayne from Maine’s performance is generously sponsored by the Byrne Foundation, CHILIS, the Cogswell  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 Bagel Works Prize will be handed out.  Cake will also be served.  A big thank-you to the The Bagel Works, The Sea Dogs, Dunkin Donuts, Pauly’s Pockets, The Candy Bar, Hayden Sports, Young’s Restaurant, Froyo World, Durham House of Pizza, Wildcat Pizza, The Stratham Fair, the Durham Market, the Chinese Market, Franz’s Food, Water Country and other local businesses for their prize donations.

 

Check out our website www.durhampubliclibrary.org for more info.

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.

1623 - The first settlers of Oyster River Plantation were Ambrose Gibbons, Francis Matthews, John Ault, and John Goddard. Tributaries of the Piscataqua abounded with sturgeon and salmon. Catches were dried and salted before being sent to England in exchange for manufactured goods.

Have a very nice weekend and a safe Fourth of July!

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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