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Bicyclist on Pettee Brook Lane heading toward UNH using the new bike lane. Courtesy Robin Mower
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Saturday is the first day of summer (as well as the longest day of the year), and the weather is supposed to be summer-like over the next several days with warm temperatures and sunshine being predicted.
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TOWN OFFICES CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY
The Town Offices will be closed in observance of the Independence Day holiday on Friday, July 4, 2014.
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NO "FRIDAY UPDATES" THE WEEK OF JUN 30-JUL 4, 2014
Due to vacation schedules in the Administrator's Office, there will be no "Friday Updates" the week of July 4th holiday.
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ANNUAL FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
The Rotary Club of Durham-Great Bay will again host the 4th of July Celebration on the campus of UNH on Friday, July 4th. Due to construction at Cowell Stadium, the event is being shifted to the west with a pedestrian entrance at the small rotary.
Fireworks begin at sunset.
Additional details will be provided in next week’s "Friday Updates".
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Draft schematic design for a new 15,220 sq. ft. UNH Outdoor Pool.
PUBLIC FORUM ON DRAFT DESIGN FOR THE NEW UNH OUTDOOR POOL – Public Forum for Design Review Scheduled
The Outdoor Pool Design Committee invites all interested members of the community to a public forum to learn about the progress of the design for the Outdoor Pool at the University of New Hampshire and to provide thoughts and ideas about the design elements of the pool at this intermediate stage of the design process. The meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2014, from 7-9pm at the Piscataqua Room in Holloway Commons, 75 Main Street. Parking is available along Main Street or in the University visitor parking lot C across from the Mill Road shopping plaza (open to the public at no charge after 6pm).
The size and location for the pool were established in March of this year, and the Design Committee has been working with the University's pool design consultants to begin developing the design, including the orientation and general configuration of the pool. At this stage in the process, it is appropriate to review the progress of this design and get the broader input before the design proceeds further.
Preview some of the documents that will be reviewed at the forum HERE. The PDF includes an overview of the site, with the new pool and old pool outlined on the first page. This is followed by three perspectives of the updated design of the pool. The forum will include a description of the process, factors that have influenced the changing of the design, and discussion on specific aspects of the design and preferred ways to represent the history of the pool.
If you are unable to attend the forum and would like to provide feedback, you are welcome to contact a member of the Outdoor Pool Design Committee and/or submit your feedback to the committee via email (campus.recreation@unh.edu) by July 7th.
Craig Stevens from DCAT-Channel 22 will film the forum for replay on local access television.
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Town Engineer David Cedarholm
TOWN ENGINEER DAVID CEDARHOLM TAKES POSITION IN PRIVATE SECTOR
Town Engineer David Cedarholm has provided notice to the Town that he has accepted a position with the private engineering firm Tighe & Bond. Tighe & Bond is endeavoring to bolster its presence providing consulting engineering services to municipalities and Mr. Cedarholm will be an integral part of that effort. He will receive a significant increase in pay.
David has been an important part of the Public Works Department staff for the last 8 1/2 years. Not only has he been active in planning/coordinating numerous key public works projects such as the Wiswall Dam Fish Ladder, addressing concerns with the Town’s 401 Certificate on the Lamprey River, Nitrogen issues within the Great Bay Estuary, bringing the Spruce Hole Aquifer on line, developing an Integrated Adaptive Management Plan for our Wastewater Treatment Plan, and managing new Stormwater MS4 requirements, he has also been an active and integral member of the community in meeting with local residents, helping to solve neighborhood utility issues, conducting site walks, attending various public meetings, and more.
Mr. Cedarholm resides in Lee and has volunteered there for the last two years as a member of the Lee Board of Selectmen, presently serving as Chair. Over the course of the next month, he will be active in wrapping up a variety of projects still on his plate.
The Town will be advertising publicly for the Town Engineer position in the near future.
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Inmates from the Strafford County Work Program give the Durham PD a fresh coat of paint. Courtesy Durham PD
DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT GETS REPAINTED AT NO COST EXCEPT FOR THE PAINT - Department Thinks Outside of Box and Takes Adantage of Strafford County's Community Work Program
The Durham Police Department facility is receiving a coat of fresh paint for the cost of the paint! The department contacted Strafford County’s Community Work Program to determine their ability to have the facility painted which it desperately needed. Gratefully the task was readily accepted as the police meets the purpose of the Strafford County Community Work Program, which is to provide assistance to non-profit, tax-supported, and government agencies within Strafford County.
The program consists of participants who are ordered by the court to serve sanctions or work off the amount of their court fines. The Community Work Program also consists of low risk inmates and clients who are performing community service hours for various programs such as Community Corrections, Drug Treatment Court, and Academy programs. The program operates seven days a week, except major holidays.
Each work crew has a program supervisor who oversees the safety and supervision of the workers and project at hand. The County manages the program in a very efficient, safe, and effective manner through teamwork and positive attitudes. Their goal is to utilize each team member's unique talents, improve individual skills, and progressively expand and improve the program.
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ORION DEVELOPMENT BLASTING
The developers of the Orion project (the tri-colored buildings across from the Post Office) on Church Hill received their Planning Board approval several months ago and the project is now underway. Construction fencing went up this week. Several of the existing buildings will be removed soon. Two will be refurbished and brought back to their original historic configurations.
The developer will be doing blasting on site to clear ledge for construction of building foundations and utilities.
The protocol for the blasting requires the developer to contact a pre-blast survey of all structures on neighboring properties within 250 feet of the subject lot. The survey will include photographs of neighboring properties so that if there is a claim of damage later, the pre-blast photographs can be examined.
If property owners within 250 feet of the subject lot are contacted by Orion or its representative, it is recommended that they allow Orion's contractors to inspect properties and take any necessary photographs and notes. This will help to protect surrounding landowners in the event that they believe any damage occurs later due to the blasting.
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Aerial rendering of the new project at 1 Madbury Road. Courtesy Nick Isaak
WHAT IS HAPPENING AT THE CORNER OF MAIN STREET AND MADBURY ROAD? A New Project Breaks Ground at 1 Madbury Road
A number of residents have asked what is happening at the corner of Madbury Road and Main Street as the site has been cleared and is now being readied for construction. This property is owned by long-time property owner and former Rental Housing Commission Chairman Mark Henderson. The project was actually one of the first new projects approved by the Historic District Commission/Planning Board more than five years ago but it is only now moving forward with the construction phase. The approvals predate today’s architectural standards that were put in place following the construction of 9-11 Madbury Road.
This is an infill project with frontages both on Main Street and Madbury Road. The Grey historic building on the corner will remain. The new three-story development will be a combination of 25,340 first floor commercial space and underground parking (the underground parking will be along Madbury Road proximate to Wildcat Pizza) with housing on the two upper stories.
To see additional pencil sketches of the project, click HERE.
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THIRD ANNUAL FARM-A-Q AT EMERY FARM - JUNE 29TH
The the third annual Farm-a-Q will take place this year on June 29th at Emery Farm in Durham, NH.
A joint effort of Slow Food Seacoast and the Heirloom Harvest Project, Farm-a-Q is a picnic-style bounty of heirloom and heritage foods grown on local farms and prepared by some of the area's best restaurants. The afternoon features an incredible buffet, showcasing the abundance of delicious locally grown products and the talent of local chefs.
This year's participating restaurants include:
Black Trumpet Bistro, Black Birch, Beach Pea Baking Company, Buttermilk Baking Company, Cava, Demeter's, The District, Joinery, The Kitchen on Islington, Moxy, and When Pigs Fly! It doesn't get any better than this....
Farm-a-Q runs from 12:00 – 4:00 pm with food served from 1:00 – 3:00. Enjoy workshops, live music, demonstrations, tastings hay rides, kids crafts and activities all afternoon. Tickets are $25 general admission, $20 for Slow Food members, $15 for Youth age 13-20, $5 for Children age 3-12, and children under 3 are free.
Emery Farm is one of the oldest continuously farmed properties in the country. They grow a wide selection of fruits and vegetables at their farm stand as well as meats and other products from area farms. Enjoy the taste of summer at this relaxing, family-friendly event!
A full schedule of events can be downloaded HERE.
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CONSERVATION COMMISSION FIELD TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES ANNOUNCED
The New Hampshire Association of Conservation Commissions recently announced its first-ever Conservation Commission Field Training Series in partnership with UNH Cooperative Extension. These workshops are aimed at those who serve on their town's conservation commissions, but are open to the public and all are welcome to attend.
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Engaging Youth with your Conservation Commission - Kingston, NH
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Wetlands Applications and Permitting - TBA
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Mobile Technology for Mapping - Albany, NH
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Wetlands Identification - Lyme, NH
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Learning to Live with Beavers - Merrimack, NH
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How to Lead an Invasive Plant Work Day - Newmarket, NH
Sessions are free although there is a $10 suggested donation to help defray the costs of running these workshops.
Click HERE for more details. Please feel free to print or email the flyer to distribute to those who may be interested in attending.
Click HERE to register. If you have any questions, please contact Emily Lord at EmilyLord@nhacc.org.
The Town will reimburse for the cost of attendance for members of our various boards and committees.
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FOSS FARM WATER TANK REHABILITATION PROJECT
The Foss Farm Water Tank Rehab Project is underway. For those residents in the Foss Farm neighborhood please be aware that some noise from the contractor’s equipment and work vehicles may be experienced. Painting steel structures requires specific temperature and humidity conditions. When these conditions occur, the Contractor may be working longer hours, including some Saturdays, in order to take advantage of the favorable conditions. This will in the end reduce their overall time on site.
Water pressure in the UNH/Durham Water System will continue to be maintained using the Edgewood Road Water Tank and the Beech Hill Water Tank while the Foss Farm Water Tank is offline for the duration of the project, which is schedule to be completed by the third week of August.
If you have any questions or concerns about the project please do not hesitate to contact either April Talon, atalon@ci.durham.nh.us or David Cedarholm, P.E. Town Engineer dcedarholm@ci.durham.nh.us, 603-868-5578.
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PROPERTY TAX BILLS
First half 2014 property tax bills went out May 27, 2014, and are due July 1, 2014. New taxpayers, if your taxes are in escrow, your mortgage company may hire a tax service to retrieve the billing information directly from the tax collector’s office; however, some mortgage companies will require the taxpayer to send them the bill. If you are unsure which situation applies to you, contact your mortgage company in order to avoid any delay in payment.
REMINDER: If you are unable to make the full payment, it is to your advantage to pay as much as you can, as often as you need, verses waiting until you have the full amount to make payment.
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DOGS, DOGS, DOGS!
Dog licenses are OVERDUE! There are still dogs that need licenses renewed. Please, license your dog(s) immediately to avoid additional late fees and civil forfeiture fees. State law requires the Town Clerk to insure compliance, this means additional costs to the town for certified mailings and even sending the police to deliver notices in hand.
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BEE APPRECIATION DAY - MONDAY, JUNE 23
See all the delicious apples, tomatoes, and summer squash at the farmers' market? Bees make it all possible. And bees are having a tough time of it these days. That's why the Seacoast Growers Association is celebrating bees and all of their excellent work with Bee Appreciation Day at the Durham Farmers' Market.
Bee Appreciation Day at the Durham Farmers' Market takes place on Monday. Special guest Carol Tuveson from the Durham Agricultural Commission will be setting up a portable hive to give market visitors a closer look at our local honey bees.
Tuveson says "The observation hive is about 2 feet long, with frames of bees in the bottom out of sight, and one frame of bees in the top 'story' behind Plexiglas that can be observed. It is a closed hive with the bees secured inside, giving curious viewers the incredible opportunity to get as close as they want to these fascinating insects. What people will see is a bee colony bustling around, moving from the top to the bottom."
Courtesy Victory Bees
POLLINATOR PHOTO CONTEST - Post Your Photos on Facebook
It isn't just the honey bees doing all the pollinating. Did you know that some of our other pollinators include ants and moths? To celebrate all of our busy pollinators, SGA is hosting a Pollinator Photo Contest.
To enter, go to the Durham Farmers' Market Facebook page and post a photo that you snapped of your favorite pollinator. All photos submitted by June 22 (this Sunday) will be printed and displayed at the SGA market booth during Bee Appreciation Day. Market visitors will be able to vote on their favorite photo during both markets next week. The winning entry will receive $10 in Market Money gift certificates.
SGA will announce the photo contest winner in an upcoming newsletter and post a few of its favorite snapshots, too. So, spend a few minutes in the garden with your camera and capture those pollinators in action.
[...if you are not on Facebook, you can still enter by sending your photo, name and contact email to newsletter@seacoastgrowers.org.]
For more information on the markets, Bee Appreciation Day, and links to the market Facebook pages, visit www.seacoastgrowers.org.
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WILDCAT FITNESS OFFERING "FREE FRIDAYS" - JUN 20 - AUGUST 29
Wildcat Fitness is offering "FREE FRIDAYS" from June 20th to August 29th. If you live, work, or go to school in Durham and are thinking about trying out a community gym please stop down and enjoy "Free use of the gym". Owners Ken and Susan Entz have made a commitment to offer the community the best facility that they can. If you haven't been in since we took over the library space you will be amazed at our state-of-the-art classroom, HydroMassage beds, Smoothie Bar, and new equipment. It's like having a spa in the middle of downtown! Visit http://www.wildcatfitness.net/.
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The brick work is continuing nicely at the new Town Hall site. Pictured is the rear of the building containing the three-story stairwell which includes several windows for a view of the Mill Pond. Courtesy Craig Stevens
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THE LATEST PRODUCTIONS FROM DCAT STUDIOS
Silver Strummers Ukulele Band - Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 PM - Run time: 52 minutes
Join the Silver Strummers for the best Ukulele music you’ve heard in the continental US. You might say “ukulele music” in Durham? Yup, you missed this group of 13 seniors from the Dover Senior Center as they sing, strum and entertain the small crowd gathered in the Community Room. FYI a fantastic venue for music! Just because you weren’t there doesn’t mean you can’t be entertained by their music. Tune in to DCAT 22 to enjoy or you can watch this video on the Town’s On Demand site.
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Helping a New England Native: The New England Cottontail Rabbit, Saturday & Sunday @ 10:30 AM and 8:30 PM - Run time: 1:50
Young forests provide essential homes for a large variety of native wildlife and we are losing both at a rapid rate in New Hampshire. Among the species that are suffering is the New England cottontail, the region’s only native rabbit. We can take action to reverse the decline. Come learn about upcoming efforts on nearby NH Fish & Game lands to provide habitat for New England cottontails and nearly 65 other young forest wildlife. Also learn how some of your own neighbors are making an essential contribution in maintaining our wildlife legacy on their lands and how you can help too. Together, we can make sure that New Hampshire’s diverse array of wildlife survives for future generations to enjoy while providing people more opportunities to hear and see all of our treasured wildlife. This video is also available on the Town’s On Demand site.
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“Town Conversations: Change or Be Changed”, Saturday & Sunday @9:00 AM and 6:00 PM - Run time: 49:00
Join your host David Williams as he chats with interesting people in our community, this is the first in a series of conversations about Our Town. The premier episode has David in frank conversation with Durham Town Administrator Todd Selig, listen as Administrator Selig draws a picture of the challenges and opportunities facing Durham. Periodically, Town Conversations invite a clearer understanding of who we are as a Town, how we arrived at where we are, and what direction(s) we might go in the future. Facilitated by David Williams, Planning Board Secretary. Questions may be referred to David via email, home14@comcast.net. This program is also available Town’s On Demand site.
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These videos are also available for viewing on the Town’s On Demand site.
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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.
Planning Board - Wednesday, June 25, 2014. To view an 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.
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LAMPREY RIVER RECREATION - Hike It, Bike It, Like It
The Lamprey River is a great place to pursue many recreational activities. This summer, the Lamprey Rivers Advisory Committee will lead participants on three low-impact, family-friendly activities. The first will involve exploring the human and natural history of the Wiswall Falls area in Durham on June 22.
The Wiswall Falls area is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. This now quiet place once served as an industrial hub in Durham. Come learn the rich history of the site and how the site continues to be relevant today. After the short history walk, explore some of the natural features of the area and enjoy a nice picnic lunch by the Lamprey River.
Meet June 22 10:00-noon at the Wiswall Falls parking lot on Wiswall Road. Bring your own lunch and blanket. If you plan to explore the area’s natural features after the history walk, please be aware that poison ivy is present. Please contact spetersen.lrac@comcast.net if you have 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.
Informational boards displayed throughout the property gave visitors an idea of what will be included at each of the 14 sites included on the Interpretive Trail on Wednesday courtesy of ORMS students. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
On The Go!: Adventure Trips for Active Adults
July 31st – Boston Duck Boat Tour, Prudential Center, & Legal Sea Foods. Ready to get UP and GO? Find out how HERE.
FREE Concert at Wagon Hill Farm This Saturday! - Our Music By the Bay Summer Concert Series kicks off this Saturday, June 21st. The Series will begin with a performance from local band BLISS, an all-female trio who plays a creative mix of originals and covers, featuring two acoustic guitars, violin, keyboard, and sweet harmonies.
The concert will take place at the Wagon Hill Farm waterfront located in Durham, NH and will last from 6pm until the sun goes down! Bring a picnic, bring a friend, bring the family and enjoy an evening by the bay.
R.E.A.C.H. Summer Camp 2014 – Sign Up Today!
Ropes Course (Browne Center)
ARTastic
Attitash Mountain Adventure (Attitash)
Broadway Stars
Outdoor Experience
Kayaking and Overnight Camping (Wagon Hill Farm)
Mad Science – Mad Machines & Crazy Contraptions
Outdoor Rock Climbing & Rappelling (Pawtuckaway State Park)
The Hunger Games – Archery (Lead by Archery In Motion!)
View the camp schedule and register HERE
Students discuss the importance of Garrisons as they related to early settlers of the seacoast region. Visitors then scanned a QR code, leading them to a website containing even more information. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
Expeditionary Learning Project Update - ORMS students presented the preliminary designs for the Interpretive Trail Project signs at Wagon Hill Farm this week. Community members, teachers, parents, Town Councilors, and even a few out of Town visitors came to see what the project is all about. Formal tours were offered at 11 and 12:30. Student teams were located at each of the 14 sites to offer insightful information and answer questions about their respective areas of study. The following topics were included:
Oysters & Oyster River * The Wagon on the Hill * Great & Little Bay * The Farmhouse * The Grasslands * Trail & Coastal Erosion * The Davis Garrison *
Gundalows * Stone Walls * The Davis/Drew Graveyard * The Shrublands *
The Salt Marsh * The Oak-Pine Forest * Community Garden
On your next visit to Wagon Hill Farm, please be mindful of where you and your pets are walking. Stay within the designated areas, and leave only footprints! The Interpretive Trail initiative is a progressive project, aimed at creating more awareness of the historical significance, ecological diversity, and conservation issues of the past, present, and future at Wagon Hill Farm.
Fitness for Life: View our weekly calendar and class descriptions HERE!
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Save the Date:
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Music by the Bay Summer Concert Series - Kick off June 21st with BLISS! - Find out more HERE
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Camp R.E.A.C.H. – 7/14 – 8/22
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Durham Day – Saturday, Sept. 27th. Click HERE to participate in Durham Day 2014
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
SAVE THE DATE: 2nd Annual Durham Farm Day, Saturday, August 16th, 10am-5pm. Organized by the Durham Agricultural Commission.
Main Street Makery Offering Community Classes. The Main Street Makery, located at 42A Main Street, is offering a number of community classes for the month of June. To view the schedule of classes, click HERE.
Durham Farmers' Market - Every Monday from 2:15 - 6:00 PM at the Durham Town Hall
Boy Scouts of America Pack 154 - Friday, June 20, 2014, 6:30-7:30pm, ORMS field. Cub Pack 154 will hold its annual bottle rocket end-of-year celebration and invites boys (1st–5th grade), who are thinking of joining next September, to come along and join the fun. More information, contact Muriel Kelly Murielkelly@mac.com.
Bobcat Bolt 5K Run/Walk benefiting the ORHS Josh & Nate Hary Awards, Saturday, Jun 21, 2014, 9AM, ORHS ($30 entry). 10:15AM Kids Fun Run ($10 entry). Register HERE.
Oyster River Festival, Saturday, Jun 21, 2014, 9AM - 1:30PM, ORHS. Free music concert featuring ORMS Jazz Band & Rockspring (local rock-grass band). Free kids activities, Festival BBQ, local business exhibitors. Proceeds benefit OR youth initiatives. More information HERE.
Fundraiser/Mixer Hosted by the Oyster River Alumni Association, Saturday, Jun 21, 2014, 8 - 11 PM, Libby's Bar & Grill. Open to the public. Live music and free appetizers. Cash Bar. $10 suggested at the door. Donation benefits the ORAA Scholarship for Oyster River Community Organizing and the Oyster River Mini Grant Initiative. More information HERE.
Vacation Bible School, Community Church of Durham, UCC - Sunday, June 22nd 10:00-11:30 am; Monday to Thursday; Jun 23rd-26th, 9:00 am -12:00 noon. Each day will include crafts, Bible stories, and activities focusing on environmental themes. Open to all community children. For more information contact Paula Norbert, 603-868-1230 or email cedirector@CCDurham.org.
Echo Thrift Shop will be closed the week of the 4th of July. Half price sale on everything in the shop the remainder of July. Extra special deal- on Fridays in July, fill a bag for $4.00!
UNH Memorial Union Building Summer Series - Movies (including many in 3-D!), a mini-carnival, an outdoor movie, and more. For the full printable scheduled, click HERE.
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DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Friends of the Library "Bag of Books Sale" - Friday June 20 & Saturday June 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There has never been a better time to get a great deal on top quality, gently used books than today at the Friends of the Library "Bag of Books Sale". Friday June 20th and Saturday June 21st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Friends Bookstore just off the library's cafe, you can fill up a bag with as many books as will fit for just $5! That's $5 for a bagful of topnotch titles - in all genres and in excellent condition. And the Friends supply the bags. This is a great time to stock up for summer reading, for long vacation trips, or as gifts for friends and family. You won't want to miss this opportunity.
Summer Reading, “Fizz, Boom, Read!” begins! You can still come in and register.
Week 1 of Summer Reading
Family Movie Night, Mon. June 23rd, 6:00 p.m. – “The Lego Movie” (All ages, Oyster River Room). Popcorn is served.
Storytime, Tues. June 24th, 10:30 a.m.: Color and Lights (All ages, Story Time/Craft Room). We read stories, do fingerplays, songs, feltboard and a craft.
9-12 year old group. Tues. June 24th 6:30-7:30 p.m.: Gross Experiments: Get your hands dirty & do some gross experiments! (9-12 yrs.). We’ll also play some games and talk about what you are reading.
YA Writing/Crafting Group, Weds. June 25th, 4:00-5:00 p.m.: Decorate a journal & add to Write-Away blog. (10+ yrs. Sign-up at the Children’s/YA desk).
Music On The Library Lawn, Weds. June 25th, 6:30 p.m.! (All ages, outside*) Dan Walker Singer/Songwriter! Come hear this talented musician! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. In case of rain we’ll be in the Oyster River Room.
3D Printing with Dave Langley, Thurs. June 26th, 10:30 a.m. (All ages) - Learn to create and print in 3D on a real 3D printer (All ages).
6-8 year old Activity Hour, Thurs. June 26th, 3:00-4:00 p.m. - Animals! Meet Cynder, an adorable Pet Partner Labradoodle (6-8 yrs.). We read books, play some games, do some puzzles and make a craft.
Xbox Kinect Gaming Night! (10+ yrs.), Thurs. June 26th, 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Come and test your skills. Refreshments are served and prizes won.
Summer Reading Kick-off celebration with “The Magic of Science”! , Friday, June 27th at 10:30 a.m. - Join us & learn the science behind some mystifying magic tricks! Lots of Science Fun. Don’t miss it! (All ages, Oyster River Room).
New Photography Exhibit at the Library! Patsy Pratt Photographs - You don't want to miss photographs of backyard critters from local award winning photographer Patsy Pratt's backyard. Chipmunks, wild turkeys, finches, dragonflies, bumble bees and more are on view during June on the gallery upstairs.
River Runners Training, Thurs. June 26th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. - River Runners: Invasive Aquatic Plant Identification and Monitoring Workshop. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Help protect your favorite rivers and streams by learning how to identify and monitor invasive aquatic plants with the New Hampshire Rivers Council's River Runners citizen science project. Members of conservation commissions, Local River Management Advisory Committees, Volunteer River Assessment Programs, budding citizen scientists, paddlers, and everyone interested in their rivers are invited. Volunteers are asked to monitor one site at least one time between June and October. The workshop is free, but registration is required. For more information or to register, please contact the Rivers Council at info@nhrivers.org or (603) 228-6472. Our partner is PREP. http://www.nhrivers.org
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.
Visit the DPL website www.durhampubliclibrary.org for more information.
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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
1794 - The Piscataqua bridge was one of the wonders of N.E. It was 2,262' long and 38' wide, had a 240' arch and a draw. It cost $65,947.34, paid partly by lottery. It served as an important link between the seacoast and interior farmlands. Carried away by ice in 1855, it was never rebuilt.
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