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Star gazing at Wagon Hill Farm last Friday evening. Courtesy Durham Parks & Rec.
Durham Parks and Recreation's Stargazing at Wagon Hill Farm kicked off last Friday! The clear night sky, and expert help of UNH Astronomer John Gianforte, allowed participants to view the moon, severa l constellations, and Jupiter. Residents were even able to view 4 of Jupiter’s 67 moons through the two telescopes that were set up adjacent the wagon.
Thank you, John for facilitating this great program and evening at Wagon Hill Farm!
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The first day of spring on Monday felt a lot more like winter with more snow than anticipated.
A Reminder as well that the Durham Parks & Recreation Egg Hunt is scheduled for Saturday, March 26th – 9:30am at Old Landing Park. See the P&R section below for more information.
Happy Easter to one and all!
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DURHAM INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT SELLING COMPUTER EQUIPMENT
The Town of Durham's IT Department has computer equipment for sale. All equipment functions with no operating systems installed on the computers, and is being sold "as is" and as a single lot. Minimum bids are listed and can be viewed HERE. Please send bids and direct all questions to Jay Gooze at jgoozedurit@gmail.com.
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THE CANDY BAR ADDS ICE CREAM SHOP
The Candy Bar has added a creamery! As of last Saturday, The Candy Bar on Main Street upgraded it's ice cream freezer and now has 12 flavors of ice cream and sorbet. They also have shakes, floats, sundaes and something truly exciting ... The Kraken Gigantic Sundae - 8 scoops, 8 toppings, and lots of spoons. The Candy will be staying open late once the weather gets warmer. Stop by for free samples.
All ice cream and sorbet is hand made by Bloom n Cow Ice Cream in Newmarket which is located in the mills. Bloom n Cow is dedicated to making the highest quality handcrafted ice cream, Gelato, and frozen desserts, using the finest fresh and local ingredients. Administrator Selig, a self-proclaimed ice cream aficionado, can attest to how good it is.
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Despite the snow and rain, work continued this week on the installation of the new 640 kW solar array at Durham’s Packers Falls Gravel Pit in Lee. Shown above, the racking system is installed in preparation for approximately 2100 solar panels. Courtesy DPW
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NH COASTAL RISK HAZARDS COMMISSION DRAFT REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The New Hampshire Coastal Risk and Hazards Commission (RSA 483-E) draft report and recommendations, “Preparing New Hampshire for Projected Storm Surge, Sea-Level Rise, and Extreme Precipitation,” is now available for public review and comment on line HERE.
The report covers the following coastal zone municipalities: Durham, Dover, Exeter, Greenland, Hampton, Hampton Falls, Madbury, New Castle, Newfields, Newington, Newmarket, North Hampton, Portsmouth, Rollinsford, Rye, Seabrook, and Stratham.
The public comment period will extend from March 18, 2016 to 4:00 EST on June 30, 2016.
Written comments can be e-mailed to crhc-comments@rpc-nh.org
See the next item as well about the upcoming C-RiSe effort that will kickoff in Durham on April 6th.
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C-RISE (CLIMATE RISK IN THE SEACOAST) PLANS KICKOFF MEETING IN DURHAM – April 6th
Please join the Strafford Regional Planning Commission (SRPC) and the C-RiSe project team for a kick-off meeting to learn more about future impacts from sea-level rise and storm related flooding, and how Durham, Dover, Madbury, Newmarket, and Rollinsford can benefit from this assessment and participate in review and evaluation of the assessment findings.
Climate Risk in the Seacoast is a project that will provide Great Bay municipalities with maps and assessments of flood impacts to road and transportation assets, critical facilities and infrastructure, and natural resources associated with projected increases in storm surge, sea level and precipitation.
The project will engage the following municipalities in SRPC’s region – Durham, Dover, Madbury, Newmarket, and Rollinsford – and the following municipalities in Rockingham Planning Commission’s region – Newfields, Exeter, Stratham, Greenland and Newington.
The meeting will take place on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 from 3:00-4:30 PM at the Durham Town Hall Town Council Chambers on 8 Newmarket Road. Please RSVP for this meeting to kpimental@strafford.org or call (603) 994-3500.
More information can be found HERE.
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Amtrak Downeaster. Courtesy Adam Schulz
TAKE THE TRAIN!
Durham and UNH have a real success story to tell about---Amtrak’s Downeaster train. The Downeaster has been running for 15 years and each year the ridership increases.
There are 10 trains that stop in Durham every day—5 going north (to Dover, Wells, Saco, Old Orchard Beach (in season), Portland, Freeport and Brunswick) and 5 going south (Exeter, Haverhill, Woburn and Boston).
The schedule is very good –not perfect—but good. And there are plans underway to add another round trip in the near future and to add additional stops.
Three Downeaster programs that residents may want to know about: Senior Discount: Seniors ride for ½ price every day (promotion code v543). Family Fun: Children ages 2-12 ride free on Sundays (promotion codev581) and half price every other day. Student Travel Pass: a college 6Tix Pass gets six one-way trips on the Downeaster for $86.
Check out http://www.amtrakdowneaster.com/ for these and other programs, for schedules and ticket information. Or stop by the Durham-UNH train station at the UNH Dairy Bar and pick up Downeaster information brochures there. And as a Durham resident you can park free at the Depot Road Parking Lot by getting a free parking pass at the police station.
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DURHAM WORKS WITH TRASH 2 TREASURE EFFORT AT UNH
The Town of Durham will again be working with the UNH Trash 2 Treasure Program relative to the free storage of several box storage trailers within the Depot Lot parking lot.
Mr. Nicholas Marcellino from the UNH Trash 2 Treasure program was in touch with the Department of Public Works this past week to begin the process of reserving the space with the Town.
Councilors and residents can learn more about the UNH Trash 2 Treasure effort, click HERE.
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PAVING WORK SCHEDULED TO BEGIN JUNE 1ST
The 2016 approved Capital Fund Road Program Budget ($344,000) and Sidewalk Budget ($81,500) represent this year’s approved road-resurfacing/sidewalk program, which is part of the Department of Public Works 16 year road-resurfacing plan.
Public Works combined the sidewalk program with this year’s road program bid process to leverage the best pricing regarding asphalt paving. The sidewalk project this year is the Mill Road sidewalk. In addition a small amount of paving at the Wastewater Treatment Plant was included in this bid package.
This year’s road resurfacing program includes an asphalt shim, 1”overlay and shoulder gravel back-up/widening where applicable on the following Town roads: Cedar Point Road, Mill Road and Watson Road
In addition, 20 storm water catch basin frames/grates and sewer manhole frames/covers will be adjusted to the new paved surface per NHDOT specifications.
We expect paving work to begin sometime on or after June 1st.
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NH FISH AND GAME RECOMMENDS PUTTING AWAY BIRD FEEDERS EARLY - Bears active early this year due to mild winter
Although the sanctioned bird feeding season continues through March 31, NH Fish and Game officials are asking folks to pull feeders early because of anticipated bear activity.
“Den emergence by bears appears to be about a month earlier this year due to the very mild winter and recent stretch of abnormally spring-like conditions,” said Andrew Timmins, Bear Project Leader for the NH Fish and Game Department. “The strong spring sunshine, longer days and warmer temperatures stimulate many wildlife species, including hungry bears. As bears start to get active, let it serve as a reminder that it is time to put the birdfeeders away until next fall."
To help prevent bear visits, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department recommends not feeding birds from the onset of spring to December 1.
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A drawing by Durham DPW of a proposed redesign for Rt. 108/Durham Pt. Rd. intersection as part of Route 108 NHDOT improvement plan. Courtesy DPW
DURHAM POINT ROAD/ROUTE 108 INTERSECTION CHANGES AS PART OF NHDOT RT. 108 PROJECT
The New Hampshire Department of Transportation has included the Route 108 project consisting of the installation of bike lanes, shoulder widening, and intersection improvements in its Ten Year Transportation Improvement Plan for 20 years.
This update provides a brief overview of the current project, new schedule, and information regarding the NHDOT redesign of the Durham Point Road/Newmarket Road intersection. Durham Public Works received the final drawings two years ago. During the DPW review process Durham staff had concerns regarding the NHDOT Durham Point Road intersection at Newmarket Road.
The NHDOT Design had included a bus stop which blocked the site view of vehicles exiting Durham Point Road. The NHDOT design also did not include a designated south bound turning lane as vehicles exit Durham Point Road.
Public Works discussed these design flaws with a few residents of Durham Point Road, the Durham Traffic Safety Committee, and NHDOT Project Engineer Ronald Grandmaison. Residents and the TSC agreed with the Public Works review and Mr. Grandmaison agreed to take the design back to NHDOT Headquarters.
Months later NHDOT officials did support the removal of the bus stop but not the addition of the south bound turning lane. This decision was not acceptable to Public Works officials, thus Mr. Grandmaison was invited back for a discussion with the Traffic Safety Committee.
Provided the Town Council and the Durham Historic District Commission find the DPW recommended changes acceptable, NHDOT will agree to Durham’s request. The Council discussed the design at its meeting on Monday, March 21, 2016, and suggested that it be discussed gain on April 4th to give the public a chance to provide input.
If residents have feedback, they may email them to DPW Director Mike Lynch at mlynch@ci.durham.nh.us. Residents are also encouraged to provide feedback during the public comments period at the start of the April 4th Town Council meeting which begins at 7 PM.
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EXPLORING POSSIBILITIES BETWEEN COMMUNITIES FOR GREATER COLLABORATION
This afternoon the Town Managers from Durham, Exeter, Stratham, and Newmarket met to begin a very preliminary discussion on whether there might be areas to explore together in order to collaborate for the provision of municipal services, shared equipment, joint purchasing, backup departmental support, etc. More to come in the future.
It will also be worth exploring in the weeks and years ahead whether Durham, Lee, and Madbury can do more together for the mutual benefit of the citizens within the greater Oyster River community.
Durham’s department heads had a conversation at the last staff meeting concerning an initiative in Laconia and Belmont, NH in which those two communities recently found a way to work together under a joint Fire Chief. To learn more about this innovative idea, read a recent article in The Union Leader HERE.
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Girl Scout Troop 14022 recently donated boxes of Girl Scout cookies to ORCSD program End 68 Hours of Hunger, a program created to ease food insecurity for school children during their weekend hours when they cannot access our school food programs. Pictured are GS Brownie Veronica E. and GS Daisy Christianna W. and End 68 Hours of Hunger volunteer coordinators Corrina Tucker and Barbara Nadori. Courtesy ChrisAnn Wiechert
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STRAFFORD REGIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION MPO POLICY COMMITTEE - Seeking Durham Residents to Serve on Commission
The Town has vacancies for a few positions on the Strafford Regional Planning Commission MPO Policy Committee, the planning agency for our county area. Terms are for four years. As described in state law, the planning commissions work to coordinate development of the region “taking into account present and future needs with a view toward encouraging the most appropriate use of land, such as for agriculture, forestry, industry, commerce, and housing; the facilitation of transportation and communication; the proper and economic location of public utilities and services; the development of adequate recreational areas; the promotion of good civic design; and the wise and efficient expenditure of public funds.”
To view information in more detail, click HERE. There are no qualifications other than an interest in promoting good planning in our region.
Citizens interested in board appointments may stop in or contact the Town Administrator’s office at 868-5571 and ask for a board application form. Applications are also available on the home page of the Town’s web site: http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/ in the green area located at the right. Click on “Forms”, 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.
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Administrator Todd Selig with Sri Lanka delegation on Thursday this week. Courtesy DCAT Studios
SRI LANKA DELEGATION VISITS DURHAM – A US Department of State Program focusing on government accountability and anti corruption
On Thursday morning of this week, a delegation from Sri Lanka visited Durham to learn about the community’s efforts relative to open government and transparency. The program was sponsored by the US Dept. of State, Office of International Visitors, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the World Affairs Council of NH.
The Sri Lanka delegation included: Mrs. Dona Gangani Jayanthi Heiyantuduwa, Assistant Director General, Commission to Investigation Allegations of Bribery or Corruption; Mr. Bary Hussain, Senior State Counsel, Attorney General's Department; Mrs. Samarage Jayasundara, Deputy Solicitor General, Attorney General's Department; Mr. Manjula Priyankara, Senior Assistant Director, FIU Central Bank of Sri Lanka; Mr. Mudalige Thusith, Senior State Counsel, Attorney Generals Department; Mr. Nilantha Abesiri Waidyarathna, Investigation Officer, Commission to investigate allegations of Bribary or Corruption; Mr. Upul Priya Shantha Wickramaarachchi, Investigation Officer, Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption; Harippriya Jayasundara, Deputy Solicitor General; Mr. Thusith Mudalige, Senior State Counsel, Attorney General’s Office.
Other stops in NH included: NH Bureau of Securities Regulation, Concord Monitor, NH Executive Branch Ethics Committee, Coalition of NH Taxpayers, and the NH Department of Justice Public Integrity Unit.
Prior to visiting Durham, the Sri Lanka delegation had traveled to Texas and to Washington, DC.
The delegation indicated it was a 21 hour trip back to Sri Lanka. They left some lovely loose leaf teas from Sri Lanka which are now being enjoyed by the staff at the Town Hall.
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HOUSEHOLD ENERGY SURVEY
The Durham Energy Committee is asking residents to take 10 minutes to complete this year's Household Energy Survey HERE. The Committee seeks to gather information about the use of energy among both homeowners and renters in Town. The results of this survey will be presented to the Town Council and also included in a future "Friday Updates".
The Energy Committee's last survey, which asked questions of the community about transportation behavior, provided valuable information to the Town Council as it deliberated on priorities for bike lanes, signage, and sidewalk upgrades.
Completing the survey is quick, it's fun, and it will help the Durham Energy Committee better understand and respond to the energy needs of the community.
Any questions or issues about the survey can be directed to DEC at dec@ci.durham.nh.us. We hope you will participate!
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UNH CAREER EXPLORATIONS CLASS SEEKS INPUT FOR BANK SURVEY
The Career Explorations class at UNH is working on a class project which entails conducting a survey to better understand how a local bank can attract new customers.
The students are asking people to take a few moments of their time to participate and complete their short online survey by March 31, 2016.
To take the survey, click HERE.
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AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION WEEKLY MINI FILM SERIES
Durham's Agricultural Commission's has begun featuring a Mini Film Series in the weekly "Friday Updates". Each week a short video on an agricultural topic will be posted that Commission members hope subscribers will enjoy and find helpful.
This week's mini film: Female Farmers
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DURHAM HISTORIC ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING
The Durham Historic Association's (DHA) annual meeting will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at the Durham Public Library.
Steve Taylor from the New Hampshire Humanities Council will present "Cows and Communities: How the Lowly Bovine has Nurtured New Hampshire Through Four Centuries". He will provide answers to the question, "Where are New Hampshire's cows today and what are they doing?" Some of his answers will prove surprising. The DHA welcomes new and old members.
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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.
There are no public meetings scheduled for the week of March 28 - April 1, 2016
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 and then 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
Join host, Mary Ellen Humphrey, EDC Director, in DCAT 22 Studios latest, In the Biz: Durham Business Spotlight series. Mary Ellen talks with the District Manager & General Manager of Tacomano a Mexican eatery that has been a Durham business for just over a year. I’m sure you’ll be surprised to see how much effort goes into bringing diners the freshest ingredients on a daily basis. This video is available On Demand and replays on DCAT 22 at 1:00 PM & 5:30 PM, Saturday & Sunday.
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The Durham Agricultural Commission is working with farmers and gardeners in the area to give you a behind-the-scenes video tour of local farms and gardens. The videos are produced by Durham resident & DCAT 22 Volunteer, Phil Kincade and present a seasonal look at our working landscape. This video is currently only available for viewing on DCAT On Demand (DCAT 22 Studios folder).
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Durham Public Library special programming, “Words & Music for the Senses”, with featured Poet, Abigail Carroll, UNH poets and musical performance by the NH Notables, UNH a cappella group. DCAT 22 Studios was there to record this well attended event. Replays on DCAT 22 at 1:30 & 4:00 PM on Saturday & Sunday. Also available On Demand.
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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.
Annual Egg Hunt: Saturday, March 26th – 9:30am at Old Landing Park
We are getting eggcited for our Annual Egg Hunt at Durham Town Landing. Please join us for a fun morning of hunting for eggs, and meeting the Easter Bunny! Participants should bring a bag or basket to collect their eggs, and dress appropriately for the forecasted weather. This event will take place rain or shine! Light refreshments will be served.
Kennebunk Savings Bank and The Candy Bar have kindly sponsored this years Egg Hunt! Their generosity is greatly appreciated.
2016 Summer Day Camps with Durham Parks & Recreation
Durham Parks and Recreation is offering nine exciting weeks of Summer Day Camps beginning June 27th- August 26th 2016!
Full or half day options available along with a five-week partnership camp with ORCSD Camp R.E.A.C.H. DPR provides an afternoon camp option to each of their morning camp sessions! Camp R.E.A.C.H. will run weekly from July 11th-August 12th Monday- Thursday with an optional Friday Field Trip. Scheduled trips include, Jenness Beach, Water Country, an Island Kayak Adventure, Blitz Air Park & Mini Golf, and Hampton Beach & Ice Cream!!!
DPR also has some great fun-filled and educational camp options before the July 11th start of Camp R.E.A.C.H. and after R.E.A.C.H concluded on August 12th. Campers can look forward to Wicked Gross Science Camp, Super Hero Physics Camp, an Adventure Paddle Camp, Extreme Earth Camp and Wicked Cool Med. School Camp!!
Registration is open for any of our camp weeks! Call or email to register now!! For more information please visit us HERE.
Discover Durham’s Trails Spring Schedule
Durham Conservation Commission, Parks & Recreation and the Land Stewardship Subcommittee are offering once a month guided treks for community members to get to know the trails and recreational spaces in Durham. These treks will take place the third Sunday of each month at 10am. Participation is FREE!
Coyote Club- Session 5
Registration is now open for our last session of Coyote Club for the current school year. Session 5 will take place Mondays at the Moharimet School beginning May 2nd- June 13th. Space is limited, so please be sure to register by Monday, April 25th.
Spring Pilates Classes with White Lotus Physical Therapy at Durham Parks & Recreation
Beginning April 2nd- Diastasis Recti Postpartum Pilates
Busy Mom Pilates
Prenatal Pilates
Beginning April 6th- Mommy Tummy Postpartum Pilates
For more class information or to register please visit: whitelotusphysicaltherapy.com or call (603) 817-2180
FREE Balance Workshop with Sally Baker, PT
Better balance prevents falls and injuries. Join Sally Ann Baker PT from Durham Physical Therapy as she shows you easy balance exercises, which will help restore some of the flexibility, and strength you remember.
As we get older, falling can result in more than the bruises we might have experienced in our youth; it can rob us of our independence. Every year thousands of older people experience broken hips and head injuries. Don’t join this group!
Join Sally Thursdays at 12pm at the Durham Recreation Parks & Recreation building located in the old court house on 2 Dover Road, for a half hour of fun, gentle, preventive exercise, a no sweat approach, which will arm you against the uneven surfaces and black ice of New England.
Call the Durham Parks & Recreation at 817- 4074 or email at recreation@ci.durham.nh.us for more information about this ongoing FREE program. Or just join us!
Save the Date !!
Memorial Day Parade- Monday, May 30th 2016
We want to hear from you! Have a new exciting program idea? Please be sure to share your vision with Parks and Recreation Director, Rachel Gasowski. Stop by the Recreation Department Office (2 Dover Road), or call/email the department at (603) 817-4074/ rgasowski@ci.durham.nh.us.
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Durham Community Church - To view Holy Week and Easter Services, click HERE.
Harmony Homes Annual Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday, Mar 26, 2016, 11AM, 1 Stagecoach Road, Durham. Located in back of the building. Bring your own basket. All ages welcome. Food & refreshments provided. More information, email harmonyhomesnh@hotmail.com
Oyster River Parents and Preschoolers (ORPP). During the month of March, ORPP will receive $1 from each blue Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag purchased at the Hannaford in Durham. This is an opportunity for ORPP to raise funds and bring awareness about an organization that helps many young families get and stay connected. ORPP is asking residents for their support by purchasing the blue reusable bags with the good karma messaging.They can be found at the reusable bag rack and various registers.
McGregor Memorial EMS will be participating in the Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag program during the month of April. For every blue Hannaford Helps Reusable Bag with the good karma messaging purchased at the Durham store, Hannaford $1 will be donated to McGregor's cause in order to help it continue to serve the local communities. Please visit the Durham Hannaford store in April and buy the blue reusable bag with the good karma message.
ORHS Relay for Life Born in the USA Fashion Show - Friday, Apr 1, 2016, 7PM, ORHS auditorium. Features a prom collection from Club Boutique and Men’s Wearhouse, and musical performances done by the ORHS Jazz Ensemble. Tickets: $10 adult / $7 student/child. All proceeds donated to the American Cancer Society.
Durham Police Officers Association Pancake Breakfast, Saturday Apr 2, 2016, 8 - 10:00 AM, Durham Evangelical Church. Proceeds benefit the Chief Ray Burrows Scholarship Fund and Durham DPOA union. Tickets: $7/adults, $3/children. All you can eat pancakes, home fries, sausage, bacon and eggs. Raffle tickets available for sale at The Works Bakery Café, 5a Mill Rd Plaza.
University of New Hampshire Celebrity Series welcomes brass ensemble Mnozil Brass, Saturday, Apr 9, 2016, 7PM, Paul Creative Arts Center’s Johnson Theatre, Durham. More information can be found and tickets can be purchased HERE.
Team Jess Annual Spaghetti Dinner & Raffle - Thursday, Apr 14, 2016, 5 - 8:30 PM, Libby's Bar & Grill. To benefit Multiple Sclerosis. $5 all you can eat. Raffles donated by local businesses. More information, call 603-868-1297.
UNH Museum of Art. BA & BFA Exhibition and MFA Thesis Exhibition. Opening reception for the BA BFA MFA Exhibition will be held Friday, April 15, 6-8 PM. Museum of Art, PCAC. FREE. Exhibition runs from April 10-May 20, 2016.
UNH Summer Camps taking Registrations. Let your kids experience UNH through the fun learning environments of the many and varied summer programs. Camps are offered for all ages, and in areas such as STEM learning, the Arts, Academic Enrichment, Athletics, and Recreational programs.
Registration is occurring now for many programs at: http://learnforlife.unh.edu/index.jsp.
UNH Green Zones Program for UNH faculty, staff, and the Durham community. Program provides an opportunity to more fully comprehend the experiences, challenges, and skills each student veteran brings to the UNH campus and in the community. Denny Byrne, UNH Military and Veteran Services, along with a student veteran, will give a one hour (+/-) presentation and Q&A session, insuring that questions can be addressed by someone who has served recently. Anyone interested in attending is asked to call Denny Byrne directly at 603-862-0911.
One World Second Semester Sign Ups, French, German, Spanish, and Chinese classes still available for grades k-5. Classes held on Thursdays at 3:45 PM and 4:15 PM at Moharimet elementary school. More information on pricing, and other times and locations HERE or email matt.jones@oneworldlanguageschool.org
ECHO Thrift Shop. Now open 5 days/week and Thursday evenings. Check out sales and new spring merchandise. New hours: 10AM-5PM, Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri; 10AM-7PM, Thu; 10AM-2PM, Sat.
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DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Operating Hours- After studying usage patterns at the Durham Public Library, we have decided to alter our operating hours on a trial basis. Beginning March 28th, the library will open at noon on Mondays instead of our present opening time of 2:30 p.m., and we will close at 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays instead of 5:00 p.m. We believe the new hours will allow us to serve the public better. Saturday afternoons are typically quiet; conversely, patrons arrive at the library every Monday well before opening. By switching hours, we expect to see an increase in traffic as more of the community seems to want to use the library Mondays instead of Saturday afternoons. We will run this trial through the month of May. If we determine that the switch has been successful, the new hours will become our regular operating hours.
As part of this trial, we are interested in hearing from you. Please let us know if you feel this change is for the best, and/or how it might impact you. Send your thoughts to durhampl@gmail.com. Your feedback is appreciated.
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Book Donations accepted March 28 thru April 2 - Gently used books and DVD's may be dropped off in the lobby during operating hours.
Children’s and Young Adult Programs:
S.T.E.A.M. Program, Sat. Mar. 19th, 10:30-11:30am. Next theme: Sculpt-It! Joinus every Saturday for S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activities in the Storytime/Craftroom. All ages welcome!
Storytimes! Tues. March 29th and Thurs. March 31st 10:30am, This week’s theme: Silly Stories! Join us for stories, finger-plays, felt board, songs and a craft.
YA Tech Club, Tues. March 29th, 6”30-7:30pm; this month: Virtual Reality with Google Cardboard (bring a smartphone if you have one!) – Join us in the Young Adult room for our monthly tech club (ages 10+ years. Come and experience some cool, tech toys.
Baby-Lapsit, Wed. March 30th 10:30-11:30am - For children & their care-givers, infancy to age 2. Songs, stories, movement, rhymes & socializing afterward.
PJ Storytime, Wed. March 30th, 6pm, this month: Move and Groove –Come wearing your PJ’s! Stories, song, feltboard, and a Chinese inspired craft. Snacks provided by ORPP. All are welcome!
Lego Club (K-4th grade) on Thurs. March 31st 3:30-4:30pm, theme: Ocean Animals – Like to build Legos? Join us to do Lego challenges and build cool structures. Please note the new start time.
Homeschoolers Group, Fri. April 1st 10:30am, Theme: Jokes and Silly Stories– Join us for books, games puzzles and a fun craft.
Raccoon Readers, 2nd- 4th grade, Tues., April 5th, 6-7pm - Discuss a book & author, games and a craft. Books available at the circulation desk.
Tales for Tails – Have a child who needs to increase their confidence in reading? Have them read to one of our Pet Partner dogs! Your child will read ½ hour once a week to one of the dogs and their handlers. Sessions run for 4 weeks. Current session in progress now. Call the Children’s Dept. at 590-1124 to sign up now!
Join the Reading Patch Club! Ages 2-12 years - Earn patches and a tote bag for hours that you read! Program sponsored by The Friends of the Durham Public Library.
Adult Programs:
K.D. Mason/Author Talk, Tues., March 29th 7pm – New Hampshire Seacoast Author, Runner, Sailor. He will talk about his latest book, Black Schooner and the challenges faced in writing a mystery series. Cash & checks accepted form of payment for book purchases. Light refreshments served. No registration needed. Contact: Armida Geiger, ageiger@ci.durham.nh.us
Friends of the DPL, Book Discussion Wed. March 30th 10:30am-12pm –The first of the season Friends' Book Discussion, facilitated by Jennifer Lee, is March 30 at 10:30. You still have time to read one of the many copies of Arthur and George by Julian Barnes still awaiting many readers. All are welcome. Sixteen Liberty Classic Wooden Jigsaw Puzzles will be offered for sale.
Alzheimer's Café, Fri. April 1, 10:30am-12noon - Informal gathering for dementia patients still residing in their own homes & their caregivers. Socialize and relax with new friends who share similar circumstances. Facilitators: Nicole Moore/DPL 868-6699 nmoore@ci.durham.nh.us & Erika Lee/Cornerstone VNA 332-1133
Oyster River Knitters, Tues. April 5, 7-9pm - Beginners and accomplished crocheters & knitters are welcome for an evening of company, assistance and fun! Contact Janet 868-1142 jadoty@comcast.net
Friends of the Durham Public Library, Wed. April 6, 1:00pm social time followed by meeting at 1:30pm. - All are welcome to attend.
DPL Operations Committee mtg., Wed. April 6, 6:45-8pm
Telling Our Stories in Pictures & Words: Immigration Now and Then, Thurs. April 7, 7-8:30pm - In 2011, children recently immigrated to Manchester NH joined students from Moharimet Elementary for a project to document their own or their ancestor’s immigration experiences by working together to create story portfolios. Guided by Beth Olshansky and Susan O’Byrne, the children produced remarkable storybooks. These will be exhibited, and a video of the project will be aired at this fascinating look at education in action. The April exhibit in the Library gallery will consist of these works as well. http://www.picturingwriting.org/videos/video_reflections.html Contact: Beth Olshansky 603-659-6018 Beth.Olshansky@comcast.net
Oyster River ASD Friends, Tues. April 12, 6:30 pm - Guest speakers from Community Partners will cover summer programs for jobs & recreation. As well as their role in helping families transitioning teens to adulthood. Parents connecting and learning to support themselves and their teens/young adults on the Autism Spectrum. All welcome from any town, any district. Contact Julie 603-767-4190, jsmithnh@icloud.com
Acoustic Open Mic, Wed. April 13, 6:30-8pm - Come to listen, perform and relax.
DPL Trustees mtg., Wed. April 13 6:45 pm
Essential Oils, Thurs. April 14, Offered twice 10am and 7pm - Learn about the history and use of essential oils. Watch for more info. Contact Armida Geiger 603-590-1117
Armida Geiger, Adult Program Coordinator is looking for owners of classic and antique autos. In June, DPL will host its first “Ol’ Time Auto” event. Please contact via e-mail ageiger@ci.durham.nh.us
For more information, visit the Durham Public Library website.
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