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On Tuesday of this week, Durham Police responded to a call that a swan was laying in the entrance to the new Town Hall parking lot and causing lots of curiosity from motorists traveling on Route 108. The Durham district office of NH Fish and Game was also called to assist with the safe capture and removal of the swan. Sadly, though, Fish and Game later reported that upon assessing the swan it was extremely emaciated, not rehabilitatable, and had to be euthanized. Courtesy DCAT Studios
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The clocks "spring ahead” with the arrival of Daylight Savings Time at 2 AM on Sunday, March 8th. It ends at 2 AM on Sunday, November 1st.
In the U.S., Daylight Saving Time, or “fast time” as it was called then, was first introduced in 1918 when President Woodrow Wilson signed it into law to support the war effort during World War I.
The initiative was sparked by Robert Garland, a Pittsburgh industrialist who had encountered the idea in the United Kingdom. A passionate campaigner for the use of DST in the United States, he is often called the “father of Daylight Saving.”
Seasonal time change was repealed just seven months later. However, some cities – including Pittsburgh, Boston, and New York – continued to use it until President Franklin D. Roosevelt instituted year-round DST in the United States in 1942.
DST or no, longer days mean warmer weather with spring just around the corner!
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2015 MARCH TOWN AND SCHOOL ELECTIONS - MARCH 10, 2015
A final reminder that the 2015 Town Election will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at the Oyster River High School. Polling hours are from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Voters will park in reserved spaces along the front of the school and use the Multipurpose Room entrance. To view the official ballot, click HERE.
To view the questionnaires completed by the candidates listed below that have filed for Durham elected offices, click HERE. This information may also be found on the front page of the Town's web site, www.ci.durham.nh.us, under "Featured Articles".
Town Council (three, 3-yr terms): Firoze E. Katrak, Kenneth (Kenny) Rotner, James Lawson
Library Board of Trustees (two, 3-yr terms): Nancy Webb
Moderator (one, 2-yr term): Christopher T. Regan
Supervisors of the Checklist (one, 1-yr term): Deborah Hirsch Mayer
Trustees of the Trust Funds (one, 3-yr term): Michael H. Everngam, Peter Stanhope
Trustees of the Trust Funds (one, 2-yr term): William Cote
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The following is a list of individuals that have filed for the ORCSD elected offices:
Allen Howland – Durham
Maria Barth - Lee
Daniel Klein – Madbury
Richard Laughton - Moderator
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TOWN ELECTION - ABSENTEE BALLOTS
Absentee ballot request forms for both the Town and School are available at the Town Clerk's Office. Ballots can also be requested in writing. Written requests for ballots should include: the election for which you are requesting the absentee ballot, your printed name, signature, home address, mailing address if applicable and the reason for your absence.
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NH Fish and Game Wildlife Biologist, Waterfowl Project Leader Jessica Carloni, safely captures the sick swan that wandered up Route 108 and came to rest at the entrance to the Town Hall parking lot on Tuesday morning this week. Courtesy DCAT Studios
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DURHAM'S POLICE CHIEF CITED IN PRESIDENT'S REPORT
In the aftermath of events in Ferguson, MO and other problematic events involving police, President Barack Obama signed an Executive Order establishing the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing.
The Task Force was established to identify best practices and make recommendations to the President on how policing practices can promote effective crime reduction while building public trust and examine, among other issues, how to foster strong, collaborative relationships between local law enforcement and the communities they protect.
Chief David Kurz is cited in the report for an article that he wrote on technology acquisition and for a letter that he delivered to the panel urging the committee not to singularly focus resources just on large police agencies as the vast majority of agencies in the United States are comprised of smaller law enforcement agencies.
The COPS Office released the Interim Report to President Obama on Monday, March 2nd.
The report is now available for download through the COPS Office website at http://www.cops.usdoj.gov/pdf/taskforce/Interim_TF_Report.pdf
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DEVELOPING RFP FOR 66 MAIN STREET ET AL PROJECT BETWEEN DURHAM/UNH
A short note to let you know that Durham and UNH representatives have been meeting regularly over the last month+ to develop an RFP for the "66 Main Street et al" project. The goal is to have something ready to issue this month.
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Doug Benks addresses attendees at an award ceremony in his honor held on Thursday, March 5th at the Durham Public Library. Courtesy Hana Bartos
LONG TIME RESIDENT DOUG BENCKS AWARDED NH LIBRARY TRUSTEE OF YEAR AWARD
Last evening at 7 o'clock, March 5th, a very lovely celebration took place at the Durham Public Library recognizing former Library Trustees Chair Doug Bencks, who is also the UNH Planner/Architect, as NH Library Trustee of the Year from the NH Library Association.
The honor was intended to recognize Mr. Bencks’ yeoman’s work in shepherding the success of the new Durham Public Library. Current Chair Jenna Roberts, Trustee Bill Schoonmaker, Chair of the Friends of the Durham Public Library Lucy Gardener, and others offered words of praise and congratulations to Mr. Bencks.
In his comments, Doug graciously shared his award with all of the Trustees who have come before him, and those who will follow, as well as with the many other Town officials and citizens who were willing to support and contribute to the library project in some way.
If residents would like to send Doug congratulations, don’t hesitate to do so at doug.bencks@unh.edu.
Honoree Doug Bencks with current members of the Durham Public Library Board of Trustees. Courtesy Hana Bartos
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This image depicts forested areas being cut this week by NH Fish & Game
to improve wildlife habitat.
WHO IS CUTTING DOWN THE FOREST OFF LONGMARSH ROAD ALONG Rt. 108?
The Town's various departments have received numerous phone calls and e-mails this week from residents wondering why the trees located on Route 108 and on Longmarsh Roads are being harvested.
The Division or Forests and Lands, in conjunction with the NH Fish & Game Department, has sold the timber on these parcels to improve wildlife habitat on 77 acres on these tracts of land, which are part of the Great Bay NERR Wildlife Management Area.
The project is designed to create young forest habitat; areas thick with young shrubs and trees interspersed with grasses and wildflowers. The wildlife that requires young forests includes nearly 65 different kinds of birds, mammals, reptiles, and insects many of which are “species of great conservation need” in New Hampshire. Among these is the state endangered New England cottontail.
Public notices regarding the project were posted in the Portsmouth Herald, Fosters Daily Democrat and the Town Hall, and a workshop regarding the project was held at the Durham Public Library on June 9, 2014. In addition, all eighteen abutters were notified of the project.
An information pamphlet about the cut can be found by clicking HERE.
For more information, please visit the following websites:
http://www.youngforest.org/
http://youngforest.org/content/young-forest-video
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UPDATE ON THIS WEEK’S MASTER PLAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
The Durham Master Plan Advisory Committee (MPAC) met early Thursday morning, March 5th, to discuss the draft Economic Development, Energy, Recreation, and Natural Resources chapters. A the meeting there was a good deal of discussion relative to the Economic Development chapter. MPAC members repeatedly expressed appreciation for the excellent work that the Economic Development working group has put into the draft chapter.
After some discussion, the MPAC members were interested in considering additional information for the chapter on elderly housing, the school funding formula, and possibly on the professional office district.
MPAC member Malcolm McNeill asked part-time Economic Development Director Mary Ellen Humphrey about the differences between Rochester, NH and Durham and why Durham cannot be more development friendly like Rochester. Mr. McNeill pointed out that if a project met the letter of the law in Rochester, the Economic Development Director in Rochester would be at public meetings advocating on behalf of that project. MPAC member MPAC member Mike Sievert indicated that Ms. Humphrey might find her job difficult in Durham. He expressed that while RSA 79-E (the downtown redevelopment incentive where up to a 5 yr. tax exemption on new value can be granted by the Council in exchange for a clear public benefit) was mentioned in the chapter, he was skeptical as to whether it would ever be granted for projects noting many of the projects now under construction downtown have requested it and been denied. Dir. of Planning Michael Behrendt pointed out that Durham has a much more complex environment than Rochester given the high expectations of residents here in balancing the preservation of the community’s character versus broadening the tax base. It was mentioned that in Rochester, the focus tends to be narrowly tailored toward tax base expansion. Ms. Humphrey expressed that she is working quietly behind the scenes to find good economic development opportunities for Durham that are consistent with the community’s values and vision.
MPAC Chair Molly Donovan expressed from her perspective that economic development is about more than just broadening the tax base. She expressed that she would like to see things like home based businesses, taking advantage of the many activities at UNH in Durham to help promote economic development locally, jobs, quality of life, and more considered within the chapter.
Mr. McNeill agreed with Ms. Donovan’s perspective as from his view economic development deals with the vitality of a community and the taxes come as a bonus. MPAC member Joe Moore recommended that the chapter address in a more detailed way the positive survey responses the Town has received to date.
Mr. Moore indicated he felt that the conversation that took place at the meeting on Thursday morning should really have happened some time ago. He felt a different tone in the chapter would be beneficial.
Planning Board Chair and MPAC member Peter Wolfe agreed with Joe Moore in that the chapter should align more with the perspectives of the MPAC committee.
Mr. McNeill felt that expediency and cost are very important, but by the same token the MPAC needs to put out a good product. It should not feel rushed.
Chair Donovan felt the MPAC has an opportunity to better flesh out the chapter to have a more all encompassing view of economic development. She recommended having SRPC work with Ms. Humphrey to revise and resubmit and have it back in a month for further consideration. The MPAC endorsed this approach.
The MPAC committee asked Administrator Selig, who also attended the meeting, a number of questions about process for the Master Plan update moving forward. Mr. Selig indicated from his perspective that since MPAC has been established by the Planning Board to help develop and coordinate the Master Plan update process/chapters, and given the very limited time available to the Planning Board (in light of the overwhelming amount of work on its plate at the present time with numerous development proposals ongoing), that the MPAC should not feel rushed, and instead should wait until it was ready to endorse draft chapters prior to sending them along to the Planning Board. Mr. Selig indicated that to ensure the process moves forward in a measurable way, as is desired by the Town Council, the MPAC should take ownership of the draft chapters which have been forwarded to it by the working committees by the deadline established by MPAC, modify as deemed appropriate, and then forward along to the Planning Board for future public hearings where individuals or committees who have additional ideas, concerns, or additions can bring them forward for further consideration.
Mr. Selig also indicated that he, Chair Wolfe, and Chair Donovan had spoken about the Future Land Use chapter which will be immensely important to the Town. It is anticipated at this time that the Future Land Use chapter will be the next area of focus for the Master Plan update once the ten initial chapters are complete and adopted by the Planning Board. Mr. Selig indicated that he, Chair Wolfe, and Chair Donovan had given some preliminary thought to engaging the services of a professional facilitator to coordinate a public forum (which would be widely advertised) to obtain current perspectives from the community regarding the chapter.
Mr. Selig suggested that if it were willing, the MPAC should continue on after the initial 10 chapters are adopted with additional members appointed by the Planning Board to ensure all interests from the community are fairly represented. The SRPC could then record the feedback provided at the public forum, craft an initial draft chapter as a starting point, and then the MPAC could work with the SRPC in honing that draft with additional opportunities for public input along the way. The MPAC would then forward the final draft to the Planning Board for consideration and in time, approval. All of this will require further discussion and consideration.
Additional future chapters such as Transportation, Town/Gown Relations, etc. could be addressed in subsequent years once the Future Land Uses chapter was adopted. Mr. Selig indicated that from his perspective, it would be the various Memorandums of Understanding with UNH that Durham negotiates over the course of the next year or two that form the basis of the future Town/Gown Relations chapter.
By statute, it is the Planning Board that is charged with adopting a Master Plan for the Town. The MPAC has been appointed by the Planning Board to coordinate/manage the process.
There was not sufficient time to address the other chapters at the meeting.
Future scheduled MPAC meetings are as follows:
- March 12. Energy and Natural Resources Chapters.
- March 19. Agricultural Resources, Historic Resources, and Recreation
- April 2. Economic Development (pursuant to discussion this morning, review of draft to be revised by SRPC in coordination with Mary Ellen Humphrey).
To view and overview of where we are at present in the MPAC process, click HERE
The Town Council established a goal for 2014/2015 relative to the Master Plan as follows:
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Complete measurable progress as part of the rolling update of the 2000 Master Plan by mid-2015. Encourage public workshops and joint sessions as necessary between key boards and committees to better integrate their efforts and create a unified document.
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2014 Durham Town Report - Cover photography courtesy DCAT Studios
Design/production by Design Point Studio, Salisbury, NH
PRINTED VERSION OF 2014 DURHAM ANNUAL REPORT AVAILABLE AT TOWN OFFICE
The printed version of the 2014 Town of Durham Annual Report is ready to be picked up by interested residents/taxpayers at the Town Clerk-Tax Collector's Office. Copies are also available at the Durham Public Library. As in the past, the report is also available on the Town web site for easy access to any and all.
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SEEKING VOLUNTEERS TO SERVE AS DURHAM REPRESENTATIVES ON MILLS SCENIC BYWAY CORRIDOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE
The Mills Scenic Byway was recently designated as a New Hampshire Scenic and Cultural Byway in May 2014 under RSA 238:19. This 12-mile scenic byway is one of three of the most recently designated in the state, and runs through the communities of Newmarket, Durham, Madbury and Rollinsford.
NH Scenic and Cultural Byways designation requires that a committee be formed to guide work in collaboration with SRPC on a Corridor Management Plan (CMP) as well as other activities agreed upon by committee members. The plan will highlight cultural, historical, ecological, and recreational services along the route. The committee is generally a grassroots collaboration of participating citizens, stakeholders, and municipal staff with the group deciding on their own organizational structure. As a member of the group, their role will also include promoting the route and using the CMP Plan to guide the management process. The group is not regulatory but serves as the route’s ambassadors. SRPC would aid in the process providing technical guidance and general support.
This 12-Mile Byway will be an important aspect of the cultural and historical resources to the adjacent communities including Durham. The Town is looking for volunteers that would officially be appointed by the Town Council to be a part of the committee/group. If you are interested, or if you know of anyone who may be interested in joining the committee, contact Jennie Berry at jberry@ci.durham.nh.us or call her at 603.868.5571.
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AD HOC ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN COMMITTEE
The Planning Board adopted Architectural Standards as part of the Site Plan Regulations several years ago. The standards apply to all development in the five core zoning districts. Periodically, the Planning Board will appoint an ad hoc architectural design committee to work with Michael Behrendt, Durham Town Planner, in reviewing a specific project. The committee provides comments and suggestions on the project to the Planning Board and may work with the applicant and their architect, as well, when the applicant chooses to meet with the committee. If you would like to be considered at such time that the Planning Board might appoint its next committee, please send an email to Michael at mbehrendt@ci.durham.nh.us with your name and information about any background that you might have in design, architecture, or related topics. No specific background is required other than having a good eye for design in general.
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VACANCIES ON TOWN BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
On April 30, 2015, terms on various Town boards, commissions, and committees will expire. In April, the Town Council will begin the process for making its annual appointments/reappointments to Town boards, with appointments to take effect May 1, 2015. The Durham Town Council is seeking interested residents of the Town of Durham who have the ability, desire, and time needed to fill these vacancies.
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: 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. The deadline for receipt of completed applications is Friday, March 27, 2015.
Conservation Commission: 1 regular vacancy; 2 alternate vacancies
Durham Agricultural Commission: 2 regular vacancies; 1 alternate vacancy
Durham Energy Committee: 3 regular vacancies
Economic Development Committee: 1 regular vacancy; 1 alternate vacancy
Historic District /Heritage Commission: 2 regular vacancies
Integrated Waste Management Advisory Committee: 3 regular vacancies; 1 alternate vacancy
Oyster River Management Advisory Committee: 1 member
Parks and Recreation Committee: 1 regular vacancy; 1 alternate vacancy
Planning Board: 1 alternate vacancy
Strafford Regional Planning Commission MPO Policy Committee: 1 vacancy
Zoning Board of Adjustment: 2 regular vacancies; 2 alternate vacancies
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ADMINISTRATOR ELECTED TO SERVE AS VICE CHAIR OF NH CENTER FOR PUBLIC POLICY STUDIES BOARD
The New Hampshire Center for Public Policy Studies is an independent, nonpartisan organization that pursues data-based research on public policy matters, develops options, informs policy makers and advises them about choices for action. The Center’s mission is to raise new ideas and improve policy debates through quality information and analysis on issues shaping New Hampshire’s future. As a private sector "think tank," the Center is committed to quality research and thorough communication.
The Center is governed by a nonpartison Board of Directors that continually strives for balance. Administrator Selig, who has been on the board for approximately 12 years, was elected to serve as the Vice Chair for the coming year.
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2015 DOG TAGS
Although dog licenses do not have to be renewed until April, our 2015 tags are available now for early renewal. If you are in the Town Clerk’s office on other business you may choose to register your dog early and have one less thing to worry about later.
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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
Agricultural Commission - Monday, March 9, 2015
Zoning Board of Adjustment - Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Planning Board - Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Conservation Commission - Thursday, March 12, 2015
All meetings recorded on DCAT are available on DVD at the Durham Public Library for checkout and viewing.
VIDEO ON DEMAND: Meetings can also be viewed via Video on Demand. Interested viewers can access the streaming site from the Town’s website at http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/ by clicking the DCAT on demand logo, or directly at http://dcat.pegcentral.com/.
Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule.
DCAT Programming Schedule.
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DCAT CABLE CHANNEL 22
DCAT is Live Streaming
Please join DCAT for any of our regularly scheduled meetings live-streamed directly to the device of your choice . It’s easy, all you have to do is go to: live-stream.com and follow the prompts to set up your live stream account. You’ll receive email updates as to when the meeting will be held and the start time. All you have to do is click and watch. Live-stream works on any PC (just remember to update your Adobe Flash player), Apple or Android device. Please contact dcat@ci.durham.nh.us with any questions.
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PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Durham Parks and Recreation, its Director and Committee, strive to offer a wide range of quality programs, parks, and facilities that encourage all community members to participate in healthy, fun, and enriching activities. Together, they celebrate the essential role public recreation plays in fostering a cohesive and vibrant community.
For the latest information about programs and events, visit: Durham Parks & Recreation Online
View weekly calendar and class descriptions HERE.
Coyote Club – NEW Session Starts March 9th. Find out more HERE.
Why take a fitness class with Durham Parks & Recreation?
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Convenient location - Drop in to most classes for only $10!
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Fits your schedule - Classes available Monday through Saturday!
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Quality - Classes instructed by certified, local, and passionate instructors!
Bootcamp: An hour of POWER! Total body cardio and strength workout to start your day off right.
Tai Ji Quan - Moving For Better Balance: This world-renowned balance training program combines Tai Ji Quan movements with therapy and function exercises to keep you on your feet and moving.
Pilates: Improve your flexibility, gain core strength, and overall body tone. All in one hour!
Zumba: A dynamic, easy to follow, cardio dance fitness class. We do hip-hop, salsa, flamenco, bollywood, and so much more! You don't need experience, just jump in and join the party!
Yoga: Allow your mind, body, and spirit to connect through meditation and movement.
Strength & Stretch: Improve your bone density and balance with a total body strengthening session, followed by stretching to improve flexibility.
Yoga for Active Adults (55+): Quiet your mind, reduce stress, and learn relaxation techniques. Designed for every ability level.
Tai Chi Advanced: Combination of Tai Ji Quan movements and therapeutic exercise to keep your body active. Designed for participants with Tai Chi experience.
Churchill Rink
We want to hear from you! Please stop by the Survey Kiosk, located at the front entrance window.
Community Appreciation Day: Join us on Sunday, March 15, 2015 for Free Public Skate from 12-1:45 pm! Find out more at http://www.churchillrink.org/
Save the Date:
21st Annual Egg Hunt - March 28th - 11AM & Town Landing
Camp REACH Registration - Opens April 13th
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Jill Crosbie will join the Durham Garden Club to discuss vertical gardening on Tuesday, March 24th.
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Farm Style Breakfast, Sunday, Mar 8, 2015, 8AM-12:00 Noon, Jeremiah Smith Grange Hall, 1 Lee Hook Road, Lee, sponsored by the Strafford County Farm Bureau and Lee and Durham Agricultural Commissions and featuring locally sourced food from producers in the area. Funds raised will help support the Strafford County Farm Bureau's Youth in Agriculture grant program. Tickets may be reserved ahead of time up until March 7th and payment can be made at the door. Reserved tickets: $8/adults - $5/ kids, or pay at the door: $10/adults - $7/kids. To reserve your tickets, email Theresa Walker of the Durham Agricultural Commission at theresawalker@comcast.net or call Theresa at 659-7226.
Local Preach-in on Climate Change, Sunday, Mar 8, 2015, 12:00 Noon, Lee Church Congregational. Light refreshments provided.
Durham Garden Club, Tuesday, Mar 24, 2015, Durham Public Library. Featuring presentation by Jill Crosbie: “Getting a Fresh Perspective with Vertical Gardening”. Social time and refreshments at 6:30 PM; presentation begins at 7:15 PM. Public is welcome to attend. Questions, contact Sheila McCurdy, 603-659-5623, russheila@comcast.net
Growing Places TimberNook Camps – Spring 2015. Both run at Moharimet Elementary School, 11 Lee Road, Madbury.
Creative Minds for 5-12 year olds (After School Enrichment for five Tuesdays)
3:15-6:00 pm Tuesdays, April 7, 14, 21 and May 5, 12 - Cost $150
No program Tuesday April 28 due to Oyster River School Vacation
Going Wild “Challenge Camp” for 5-12 year olds (Oyster River school vacation week) 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Monday – Friday, April 27 – May 1 - Cost $175
*Extended Care is available 7:30-9:00 am and 1:00-5:30 pm. The cost with extended care is $250. Email timbernook@growingplacesnh.org to sign up.
UNH Summer Camps. From acting to programming, writing to technology, UNH offers more than 40 summer camps and programs to entertain and educate K-12 youth. Registration for many of the 2015 offerings is now open. Programs range from traditional summer day camps to specialty athletics camps to arts camps, STEM programs, and a variety of other academic subjects. Day and overnight programs are available. For a full list of camps, as well as dates, ages and registration information, click HERE.
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DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Family Storytime: “Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!!” Saturday March 7th 10:30 -11:30 am -There will be Dr. Seuss stories, craft and birthday cake! Next week, Sat. March 14th 10:30: “Eat Your Veggies!” Family Storytime.
Crafternoon – Saturday March 7th 12:00-4:00 pm – Come and create! Stop by the Children’s room for a fun craft.
Acoustic Open Mic Night Weds. March 11th, 6:30-8:00 pm - Come to listen, come to perform. The hootmeisters are Peg Chaffee and Cheryl Sager of "Nice and Naughty" fame. Food, drink and live music. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Durham Public Library.
Celebrate Ireland on St. Pat’s Day Tues. March 17th, 6:30-8:30 pm - Fun filled evening "Ireland Style" Beginning with live music by Ti Crossman. Enjoy authentic Irish treats while you Journey to Ireland with Michael Behrendt as your tour guide! Michael's presentation begins at 7 pm. He will discuss the history, culture and architecture of Ireland, including Northern Ireland. No registration needed. Oh the "Luck of the Irish" DPL is lucky to have a great local musician, quality bakers and a tour guide traveler!
Computer Help at the Library! Tuesday through Friday, 3:00-4:30 pm – Any kind of computer help is available at these times every week. People are standing by to assist you with your questions.
Game Afternoon: ages 10 & up, Mon., March 9th at 2:45 p.m. - This week’s game is: "Taboo”.
Storytimes, Tues. March 10th and Thurs. March 12th at 10:30 a.m. They will be about “Sheep”! We read stories, do fingerplays, feltboard and a craft.
McGregor Memorial First Aid Course, Tues. March 10th, 6:00-8:00 pm - Visit cprsafe.org for information and to register. Fee is $20.00
Writer's Response, Thursday March 19th 6-8 pm - Writer's Response - A forum to share passion for writing. Some published, some already writing, others just starting out. What unifies the Writer's Response is a passion for writing, feeding on each others enthusiasm, energy and ideas.1st and 3rd Thursday monthly from 6-8 pm. Contact Armida Geiger, mailto:ageiger@ci.durham.nh.us
Knitting Club for 3rd-5th graders! Weds. March 11th from 4-5 p.m. - Come and learn to knit. Space is limited. Sign-up at the Children’s desk.
Friends Book Discussion, Tues. March 31st at 10:30 am - Please join Jennifer Lee in the community room, as she facilitates the Friends' book discussion of Gilead by Marilynne Robinson. Your copy awaits you.
Baby Lap-sit (ages 2 & under with care-giver) Weds. March 11th at 10:30 a.m. – Join us for stories, movement, songs, fingerplays and fun. There is a time to socialize afterwards. Registration required for this 8 week session. Sign-up at the Children’s desk.
Homeschooler’s Activity Hour, Fri., March 13th at 10:30 a.m. and we will talk about “Art”! This group is geared toward home-schooler’s, but all are welcome.
Lego Club will meet again on Thurs. March 12th at 3:45 p.m. and the theme will be “Lego Mazes
An Art Student’s Vision of Italy in the gallery upstairs - Please visit the new exhibit in the gallery upstairs: Shannon Malley, An Art Student's Vision of Italy. Shannon graduated from UNH in 2011 with degree in Studio Art. She painted landscapes of Italian countryside and villages on her trip in 2010, when visiting Italy in the summer. All her paintings were made on locations, capturing the broad countrysides in natural beauty or streets and parks in different parts of the day. Come to see her memories of Ascoli Piceno, Italy.
Patch Club: reading incentive program for ages 2-12 years. Sign-up at the Children’s Desk!
Tales for Tails: Read to a trained therapy dog K-4th grade - sign-up at the Children’s desk. We have two new dogs, North and Ozzie! This is a great way for your child to gain confidence in reading!
Join the Durham Public Library Birthday Book Club. Celebrate a child’s birthday in a unique way with a gift of a book to the library. Talk to the Children’s Librarian at the children’s desk for more details.
Youth Book Groups:
Raccoon Readers 2nd-4th grade. Monthly book group. Tues. April 7th 6-7PM. This month's book is "The Contagious Colors of Mumpley Middle School" by Fowler Dewitt. We talk about books, do puzzles, play some games and make a craft.
Bookeaters Middle School Book Group. Meets Wed. April 8th 2:45-4PM This month's book is "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein. Walk from the Middle School. Ruth Wharton-McDonald is the facilitator. All are welcome and pizza is served. Books are available at the library.
Libros Lovers, Monthly High School book group. Meets Wed. 2:45-4:00PM. April 15th. This month’s book is “The Sun God’s Heir” by local author, Elliott Baker. Elliot will visit the group this month and talk about writing and his book.
Upcoming:
3/21 Northeastern Ballet performs scenes “Beauty & the Beast” 10:30 am
3/21 Family Movie “Box Trolls” 2:00 pm
3/24 Durham Garden Club 6:30 pm
3/24 McGregor Memorial EMS CPR Course 6:00 pm
3/26 A NH Moose Mystery 7:00 pm
3/31 PJ Storytime 6:30 pm
Check out our website durhampubliclibrary.org for more info.
Visit the DPL website www.durhampubliclibrary.org for more information.
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WEEKLY ARREST REPORT
*Academic year commences the third week of August through graduation at UNH in May.
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FROM "HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A BRIEF HISTORY OF DURHAM, NH, 1600 - 1976 written by Philip A. Wilcox and members of the Durham Historic Association
1923 - N.H. College functioned as a single administrative unit. However, the variety of subjects being taught and the size of the school required a fundamental reorganization. A university pattern was adopted, with separate colleges for Agriculture, Liberal Arts, Technology and Graduate School.
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