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Windham Regular Meetings & Events

American Legion Post 109, Town Hall, upstairs, 7:30 p.m., third Tuesday

CHADD, Windham Presbyterian Church, 7:30 p.m., third Thursday (Judy Holt, 880-4997)

Conservation Commission, Planning & Development Conference room, 7 p.m., second and fourth Thursday

Garden Club, Windham Town Hall, 7:30 p.m., third Thursday (except July/August)

Hannah Dustin Quilters Guild, Hudson Community Center,

9 a.m., first Monday (except June – August)

Historic District/Heritage Commission, Bartley House, 4 p.m., second Wednesday

Lions Club, Windham Senior Center, 7 p.m., first and third Wednesday (except July & August) Visitors are always welcome.

Planning Board, Planning & Development Conference Room, 7:00 p.m., first and third Wednesday

Recreation Committee, Planning & Development Conference Room, 7 p.m., third Thursday

Selectmen, Planning Department, 7 p.m., Mondays

Technical Advisory Committee, SAU Building, 7 p.m., second Thursday (except July, August, December) Toastmasters, Windham Senior Center, 7 p.m., second Wednesday

Windham Bible Chapel Youth Group, at Chapel, 6:30 p.m.,

Wednesdays

Windham Democratic Town Committee, Coffee Roaster’s Cafe,

third Thursday, 7 p.m.

Windham Newcomers & Friends, Membership, Koffee Klatch,

10 a.m., second Tuesday; Windham Depot Rail Trail, 9:30 a.m., Thursdays

Windham Woman’s Club, Windham Town Hall, 11:30 a.m., first Wednesday, September through May; second Wednesday in January (434-5096)

Zoning Board, Planning & Devel. Conference Room, 7:30 p.m.,

second and fourth Tuesday.

Pelham Regular Meetings & Events

Animal Rescue Network of New England, Pelham Police

Department Community Service Room, first Monday, 7 – 8 p.m.

Budget Committee meeting, Mondays and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.

Conservation Commission, Sherburne Hall, 7:30 p.m., second Wednesday

Council on Aging, Pelham Senior Center, 1 p.m., first Thursday (except July and August) CTAC, Town Hall Annex, 7 p.m., second Wednesday

GriefShare, grief recovery support group, Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Crossroads Baptist Church

Hannah Dustin Quilters Guild, Hudson Community Center, 9 a.m., first Monday (except June-August) Historical Society, Historical Society Building, fourth Monday Knights of Columbus, K of C Hall, 7:30 p.m., first Wednesday Library Trustees, Pelham Library, 6:30 p.m., second Wednesday Mom To Mom, Crossroads Baptist Church, every other Thursday.

MOMS (Moms Offering Moms Support), Pelham Public Library, Molly Hobbs Room, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., First Monday (unless it’s a holiday, then second Monday).

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) meeting, Crossroads Baptist Church, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., first and third Thursdays of most months. (For information, call 635-1556)

Planning Board, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., first and third Monday

Pulpit Rock Lodge Number 103, A&FM Meeting, every second

Monday (except July and August), 7:30 p.m., at the Lodge.

Pulpit Rock Lodge’s Public Breakfast, every third Sunday (except

July and August) 8 – 10 a.m. Red Hat Society, VFW, 6 Main Street, 1:00 p.m., second Tuesday

Rockingham County Women’s Connection, Rockingham Race Track,

Belmont Room, 11:30 a.m., third Tuesday Selectmen, Sherburne Hall, 6:30 p.m., Tuesdays Single Mom Small Group, 7 p.m., Fridays, Mindy 635-8679 St. Patrick School Board, School Library, 7 p.m., second Tuesday VFW, 6 Main Street, Pelham, 7 p.m., first Thursday

Wattannick Grange, Hudson Grange Hall, 7:30 p.m., first and third Monday

Zoning Board, Town Hall, 7:00 p.m., second Monday

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Community Events

Saturday, April 24

Trail Day Clean Up will be held at 9 a.m. at Cutter Woods on Sherburne Road in Pelham. Come join us to celebrate Earth Day and make this beautiful property an enjoyable park for all to enjoy. Volunteers are needed to help clear branches left from the recent logging operation and this past winter’s windy weather, along with trimming of tree branches and brush. Bring work gloves and leaf rakes and pruners if you have them. Work for one hour or all day. For more information, contact Chris at 508-0654.

The Windham Woman’s Club will hold their annual Yard Sale from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Windham Town Hall. Donations will be accepted Friday, April 23, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

John H. Hargreaves Memorial VFW Post #10722 of Pelham, 6 Main Street (Old Town Hall), Pelham, will hold a Ham and Bean Supper from 5-8 p.m. The supper will feature ham, beans, coleslaw, gingerbread, sodas, coffee, and a children’s menu will be available, too! There will be continuous seating from 5-7 p.m. A special raffle will also be held. Tickets and advanced payment are required, and seating is limited. Limited tickets will be sold the night of the dinner. RSVP to Ken Stubert at 635-2392, or e-mail him at ksms49@gmail.com.

Sunday, May 2

The New Greeley Singers will be presenting its Spring Concert at 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 2 Main Street, in Pelham Center. The program, “Springtime Rhythm,” will focus on a great variety of well-known American folk music. There is a cost for the tickets (children under 12 are free), and they can be purchased either at the door, or by calling Judy at 635-7438, or Helen at 978-453-9982. Light refreshments will be served following the concert, giving audience members a chance to meet the singers.

Friday, May 7

Hannah’s Helpers, a group formed to help raise awareness and fight for a cure for Cystic Fibrosis (CF), together with the CF Foundation, will hold a fundraising event at The Alpine Grove in Hollis, from 7-11 p.m. Hannah is a young girl diagnosed with this life-threatening disease. The event will feature a DJ, live comedians, food, raffle items, and a silent auction. They are in need of assistance in the way of gift certificates, prizes, and monetary donations. Please know that $.88 of every dollar donated to Hannah’s Helpers and the CF Foundation goes directly toward finding a cure. If you would like to learn more about CF and Hannah’s Helpers, check out www.cff.org/ Great_Strides/LeeAnnVigeant. This will also connect you to the national Website.

Monday, May 10

Windham Recreation is pleased to announce

that the Story Dance Touring Company, a

division of area non-profit arts entity, New England Dance Ensemble, will be performing in Windham. Each spring, Story Dance Touring Company gives area youth the opportunity to present plays associated with morally based stories. Area children ages 5- 12 audition for roles with this company, and gain valuable skills working with acting and dance professionals. They then take their shows “on tour,” offering free performances to area schools and programs. Young audiences adore the shows and relate well to child actors. Older folks are charmed by their youthful enthusiasm. New York-based Director Kate Mullen plans to bring the show to the Windham Senior Center at 1 p.m. The show is free. RSVP by May 1 to the Recreation Office at Recreation@WindhamNewHampshire.com.

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Now through Monday, May 10

The Friends of the Library of Windham (FLOW) invite your child (ages 12 and under) to enter this year’s Strawberry Festival and Book Fair Design Contest. The winning design will be used as the official logo of the 2010 Strawberry Festival and Book Fair.

If

your child would like to enter, use an 8 x 11” piece of blank white paper to design the masterpiece. Submissions should be turned in by Monday, May 10, to the front desk of the Nesmith Library. Remember to include your child’s name, age, and phone number on the back of their design. The winner will be recognized at the Festival, receiving game tickets and other prizes. For more information, contact Stephanie Wimmer at 421-9161.

Library

Tuesday, April 27

April Vacation will soon be here! We are looking for school-age children ages 6 and up to come to the Nesmith Library at 1 p.m. to enjoy a one-of-a-kind performance by Alex the Jester! This performance is absolutely guaranteed to make everyone who attends laugh out loud, and is described as “Outrageous, offbeat, and full of surprises!” Registration is required. Space is limited to the multi-purpose room, so make sure you stop by or call the library to reserve a spot. For more information on this amazing performer, visit his Website at www.alexthejester.com.

Wednesday, April 28

Michelle Lunceford, a Wildlife Educator, will host her Savanna Animal Program at the Nesmith Library at 10 a.m. This program features the smaller, lesser-known animals from the savannas around the world. Topics discussed may include migration, the two distinct seasons, and how the savanna is a transitional biome between desert and rain forest. Animals featured include: boa constrictor, hedgehog, bearded dragon, tarantula, flat rock scorpion, grass parakeet, rabbit, and savanna monitor. Pre-registration is required, and children must be 5 years of age or older to register. Stop by the front circulation desk, or call 432-7154 to register.

Saturday, June 5

The 2010 Strawberry Festival and Book Fair,

sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Windham (FLOW), will take place at the Nesmith Library from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (Festival rain location – Windham High School, Book Fair rain location – Nesmith Library.) Shuttles will be available from the Rte. 111 Park and Ride and the Windham Center School. There is no parking at the Nesmith Library or at the Windham Town Hall! Music, Entertainment, Books, Games, Food, Raffles, and Homemade Strawberry Shortcake! Fun for the entire family!

Meetings

Wednesday, April 27

The Windham Woman’s Club will hold their next meeting on Wednesday, April 27, at Windham Town Hall. The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by the program and meeting. The guest speaker, florist Carol Tremblay, owner of Carol’s Bloomers of Windham, will show us how to make a floral centerpiece. Guests welcome! Bring a friend, come meet our members, find out what we are about, and enjoy! Call our membership chairman, Lynne O’Loughlin, at 898-3993 for more information.

Wednesday, May 5

The election and installation of officers will take place at the next meeting of the Windham Woman’s Club, to be held on May 5 in Windham Town Hall. Luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by the meeting. Members interested in going to the Veterans Hospital in Manchester on May 12 need to call Maureen Souma at 432-8825.

Pelham Senior Lunch

Meals are served at the Senior Center, 8 Nashua Road, Pelham.

Tuesday, April 27 – Friday, April 30

Tuesday– Soup, Chicken Pattye, Potato/Gravy, broccoli, Cranberry Sauce, Bread, Bread Pudding/Topping Wednesday– Baked Ham/Pineapple, Sweet Potato, Spinach, Dark Bread, Dessert Thursday– Shepherds Pie (Hamburg, Potato, Corn), Sliced Beets, Bread, Jello/Topping Friday– Birthday Dinner - Baked Haddock, Au Grautin Potato, Green Beans, Dinner Roll, Birthday Cake/Ice

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Saturday, May 1

The St. Patrick’s Men’s Club is selling raffle tickets for their annual fundraising activity. There will be several prizes being raffled, including a 42” Vizio High Definition TV, a Wii System, two Club seats to a Patriots game, and two tickets to a Red Sox game. The drawing will be held at a Spaghetti Supper, which will start at 5 p.m. in the St. Patrick’s Parish Center. There is a small cost for the Spaghetti Supper, and tickets can be purchased at the door. Contact the Parish office at 635-3525 to get your raffle tickets.

Seminars & Courses

Tuesdays, Starting May 4

Pelham Parks and Recreation is offering

new Adult Computer Classes. Would

you like to learn more about some of the Microsoft Office applications? Come meet with instructor Chad Nale at the computer classroom in Pelham Elementary School. The classes will include introductory reviews and how-tos with lots of hands-on practice each time. There will be six weeks of one- hour classes at the elementary PC classroom on Tuesday evenings, starting May 4 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The first three weeks will review Word, and the next three will offer an introduction to PowerPoint. The programs used will be Microsoft Office. Space is limited, so sign up now—first-come, first- served. Open to adults, and there is a cost. Sign up at Pelham Parks and Recreation. Forms are available at the 6 Village Green office or www.pelhamweb.com/recreation. You may register online at https:// webtrac.pelhamweb.com.

Sports & Recreation

Monday, April 26 – Thursday, April 29

Pelham Parks & Recreation presents Pelham

Girls Softball Training Camp, designed for

girls who are first- and second-year softball players, ages 6 through 9. You will learn the proper throwing technique, field grounders with confidence, the right way to catch thrown and fly balls, and a balanced and effective hitting stance. The camps will be held at Muldoon Park at 10-11:30 a.m. for ages 6/7, and 12-1:30 p.m. for ages 8/9. April 30 may be used as a make-up rain date. Register with the Pelham Parks and Recreation office at 6 Village Green. Forms are available to print at www.pelhamweb. com/recreation. You may register and pay online at https://webtrac.pelhamweb.com. Space is limited—first-come, first-served. E-mail recreation@pelhamweb.com, or call 635-2721 with any questions.

Starting Monday, May 3

The Windham Recreation Department will

sponsor an Extreme Fitness Boot Camp

designed to challenge and improve every component of fitness. Reserve your spot for the first four-week session starting on Monday, May 3. Summer camps will be offered on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6-7 a.m. and 7:15-8:15 a.m. at Griffin Park. Afternoon camp will be offered on Monday, Wednesday, and Tuesday at 5-6 p.m. at Windham High School. All fitness levels welcome, male and female. For all the details, contact Joe Grillo, MS, CSCS at 289-3088, or visit www.onthemovefit.net.

Starting Tuesday, May 4

Pelham Parks and Recreation is offering

both adult and youth golf lessons through

Windham Country Club in Windham for the months of May and/or June. Adults can register for four one-hour lessons on Tuesdays from 6-7 p.m. starting May 4 for five weeks, or Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for five weeks starting June 8. The youth lessons are available on Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for four weeks starting May 13, or on Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m. for four weeks starting June 8. Forms are available at www.pelhamweb.com/ recreation. You can also sign up at our 6 Village Green, Pelham office. Bring your own clubs, or they will be provided at no extra charge. No experience is necessary and all playing levels are welcome. Space is limited—first-come, first-served. Residents and non-residents are invited! Call 635-2721 with any questions.

Starting Wednesday, May 19

Pelham Parks and Recreation is accepting registrations now for the return of the

popular Hershey Track and Field program

with coach Peggi Sawicki using the Harris Track at the Pelham Elementary School grounds. The practices will take place on Wednesday evenings from 6-7 p.m. starting May 19. There is a cost per participant, which includes a tank top or t-shirt for the meet. The regional meet will be July 7 in Concord and all participating students are welcome. The program is open to boys/girls ages 9-14 (age as of 12/31/10) of Pelham. Area residents are welcome to join as long as the program is not offered in their own town. An emergency contact form from Pelham Recreation and copy of birth certificate will be required. Forms are available on our Website at www.pelhamweb.com/recreation. E-mail recreation@pelhamweb.com, or call 635-2721 with any questions. Space is limited—first-come, first-served.

Correction

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Regarding the story written by Doug

Robinson in the April 16 edition of the Pelham~Windham News regarding the Cell Tower, Mr. Robinson was quoted that Cellco Partners petitioned to have a parcel of land rezoned from Residential to Commercial. The Parcel in question is zoned Rural, not Residential. In addition, a variance does not rezone property. This can only be done at a Town Meeting. A variance would only allow a Commercial use on the property. Thank you to the reader for this

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