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American Legion Auxiliary, American Legion Post #63, 38 Millville Street, third Monday, 7 p.m. Artists Association of Greater Salem, Kelley Library, Conf. Room, second Thursday, 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. Board of Selectmen meetings, Town Hall (Knightly Room); first, second, and fourth Monday. 7 p.m.


Budget Committee meetings, Town Hall (Knightly Room), second and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Cancer Support meetings, Granite State Baptist Church, 1 Sand Hill Road, first and third Monday, 6 – 7:30 p.m. CHADD–Nashua-Windham Chapter, Windham Presbyterian Church, third Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Conservation Commission meetings, Town Hall (Knightly Room), first Wednesday, 7 p.m.


Council on Aging meetings, Ingram Senior Center, fourth Tuesday of April, May, June, August, September and October, 11 a.m. (890-2190) Democratic Town Committee, Kelley Library, third Tuesday, 7 p.m. Diabetes Support Group, Ingram Senior Center, 1 Sally Suite Way, third Wednesday, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Disabled American Veterans, W.T. Barron Chapter 25, American Legion, second Saturday of the month, 10 a.m. Domestic Abuse Support Group, (confidential), Call A Safe Place, 890-6392 for more information. Exchange Club, Jonathan’s (Park Plane Lanes), Thursdays, 12 p.m. Families Cope, Kelley Library, Room B, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. – noon Garden Club meetings, Salemhaven Nursing Home, second Tuesday , 7 p.m. Greater Salem Artists Association, Kelley Library, second Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Historic District Commission meetings, at the Museum, 310 Main Street, at the call of the chairman. Historic Society, Salem, Old Town Hall (310 Main Street), second Tuesday, March through November at 7:30 p.m. Housing Authority meetings, Housing Authority, 70 Telfer Circle, Second Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. Interdenominational Prayer Group, North Salem United Methodist Church, every Sunday evening Kelley Library Trustees meetings, at the Library, 234 Main Street, 10 times per year, date and time set at each meeting. Kiwanis, Salem Boys’ & Girls’ Club, 2nd Monday, 6 p.m. Knights of Columbus, 37 Main Street, 2nd Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Lions Club, Salem Boys & Girls Club, second Tuesday, at noon and Black Water Grill, third Thursday, at 7 p.m. Machine Knitting Club, Kelley Library, Room B, first Saturday, 9 a.m. – noon. Masons, Spicket Lodge No. 85, 107 Main Street, second Thursday of the month. Military Moms, Boys’ & Girls’ Club, 2nd Thursday, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Mom’s Club of Salem, Kelley Library, fourth Monday, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Order of the Eastern Star, Spicket Lodge No. 85, 107 Main Street, third Friday. Overeaters Anonymous, Kelley Library, Room B, Fridays, 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. Planning Board meetings, Town Hall, second and fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. Recreation Advisory Committee meetings, Town Hall (Conference Room), first Wednesday, 7 p.m. Refunder’s Group, Kelley Library, Lanc Room, third Saturday, 9am – noon. Rotary Club of Greater Salem, Rockingham Park (Belmont Room 1), Fridays, 7:30 a.m. Salem Family Resources–Success By 6 Grandparents as Parents Support Group Groups, third Friday, 9:30 a.m. at Greater Salem Caregivers. 287 Lawrence Road (Foss School Building). (898-5493) Cindy Jury, Executive Director, Salem Family Resources–Success By 6 Salem Community Emergency Response Team, Kelley Library, small conf. room, second Wednesday, 6 p.m. Anyone over 21 is welcome. Salem Crossing #2, Kelley Library, Room B, third Wednesday, 7 – 8 p.m. Salem Crossing #3/Rockingham Commons, Kelley Library, Room B, third Monday, 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. Salem Museum, 310 Main Street, Open Mondays, 2 – 5 p.m. (890-2280) Salem NH Citizen Corps, Knightly Meeting Room, Town Hall, second Tuesday, 7 p.m.


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Salem Republican Town Committee, first Thursday, 7:00 p.m., at the Kelley Library, contact Jeff Hatch at jefhatch@msn.com or 548-7418. Salem Senior Services, open Mon. – Thurs., 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Salem Teen Social Center, Kelley Library, Room B, first Thursday, 7:00 – 8:45 p.m. Salem Writers Group, Kelley Library, Conf. Room, second Tuesday, 10 a.m. – noon. Salem Youth Hockey, Kelley Library, Room B, second Wednesday, 5:30 – 8:45 p.m. Son’s of Union Vets & Auxiliary, Kelley Library, Room B, fourth Saturday, 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Pleasant Street Methodist Church, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Winning Speakers Club, Senior Center, Lowell Road, second and fourth Wednesday, 7 p.m. Women’s Club (GFWC) Salem Chapter, Kelley Library, Beshara Room, first Tuesday, noon – 2 p.m. (No July, August or December) Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings, Town Hall, first Tuesday, 7 p.m.


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Community Events


Friday, June 11 A concert to benefit the Salem Animal Rescue League will be held at Windham High School from 6:30-11 p.m., and will include the bands: Keep Me Conscious, The Blue Pages, The Series, The Envy Of August, Enemies Kept Closer, The Sometimes, and Flow and the Unemployed Teachers Union. Tickets can be purchased at the door; however, a discounted price will be offered if purchased in advance. For more information, contact Alex Gringeri at Rock4Paws@aol.com.


Saturday, June 12 The American Legion Ernest W. Young Post 63, 38 Millville St., Salem, will hold a Dignified Flag Disposal at 11 a.m. All American flags that have become worn or faded will be fittingly destroyed in a respectful and honorable service of tribute, memory, and love. Members from all veterans’ organizations, the military, and community are invited to participate. Anyone wishing to dispose of an unserviceable flag may bring them to the ceremony, or call Enrico Casaletto at 898-1150.


This year’s Flag Day Ceremony will be held at the Derry Salem Elks, 39 Shadow Lake Road, Salem, at 10 a.m.


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Saturday and Sunday, June 12 and 13 The Salem Animal Rescue League (SARL) will hold a Cat Adopt-A-Thon from noon-5 p.m. at their facility, located at 4 SARL Drive, Salem (to find it by GPS or Mapquest, use 344 South Broadway, Salem). The adoption fee for adult cats will be reduced by 50 percent, and a special discount will be offered for Senior Cats (age 7-plus) for senior citizens (age 62- plus). The adoption fee includes: spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, and micro-chips. Requirements to complete an adoption are: the entire family must be present, a landlord’s permission to own a pet or proof of home ownership, and a completed SARL Adoption Application. The event will also include face painting and special gift bags with adoptions, as well as a drawing for a special kitty gift basket. For more information, call 893-3210.


Saturday, June 19 – Sunday, June 20 Please join us to support those participating in the Relay For Life of Salem 2010, which will be held at the Salem High School Track starting at 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, and running until 9 a.m. on Sunday, June 20. Relay For Life is a celebration for those who have won the battle against cancer and a memorial to who have not. It is an 18-hour event that brings together teams of 10-15 individuals from local businesses, schools, civic organizations, friends, and families who take turns walking or running laps. These teams raise money for cancer research, education, advocacy, and patient services. Come on out and witness this wonderful event in support of a great cause.


Saturday, July 10 Salemhaven Nursing/Rehab Center, a non-profit organization, will sponsor a Yankee Pride fundraiser, New England Tradesman Tailgate Emporium, featuring over 100 vendors offering New England- made products and services. The event will run from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Salem High School parking lot, Geremonty Drive, Salem. All proceeds to benefit the Salemhaven van fund. Crafters and venders interested in renting space can contact Emily Nutter for information at 893-5586, or by e-mail at enutter@salemhaven.com.


Community Events


Starting Wednesday, July 21 The Town of Salem Recreation Department announces the opening of the Salem Farmers Market on July 21 at Hedgehog Park, Route 38, Salem. The market will be open every Wednesday, from 3-7 p.m., bringing fresh, farm-grown products and our community together weekly. For Information and/or an application for farms interested in participating, please contact Jane Lang, Market Manager, at salemfarmers market@comcast.net, or call 339-8424.


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Saturday, June 12 In partnership with the Kelley Library, the Salem Animal Rescue League will hold a Pet Wellness Fair in the Beshara Room and Lower Lobby of the library from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Got a question about your pet? Come ask the experts. Veterinarians, nutritionists, groomers, and other pet experts will be on-site to answer your questions.


Thursday, June 17 Volunteers from the Salem Animal Rescue League will present “Seeking Shelter at SARL,” stories and tales about the animals they have loved and cared for, at the Kelley Library at 7 p.m.


Thursday, June 24 Jenny Milana, J.D., of Danger Milana Attorneys at Law will highlight how a Durable Power of Attorney can ensure that parents can continue to care for their child’s heath and financial well being during their college years. The talk will be held at the Kelley Library at 7 p.m.


Religious Events


Sunday, June 27 The Parish Community of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Salem will be celebrating the Centennial of the parish with a Mass at 2 p.m. at the church, and a reception and dinner to follow at the Granite Rose, Hampstead, NH. Ticket information will be available in late May. All past and present parish members and friends are invited to attend and celebrate with us. For more information, feel free to contact the rectory at 898-4933.


School Activities


Starting Now Salem Family Resources-Success By 6 is now accepting registrations for its popular summer Parenting & Play Groups. Parents and their young children meet once a week with a group leader for fun, age-appropriate children’s learning activities, stories, a snack, parent support, and discussions about raising children. Themes for this summer include “Up in the Air,” “Under the Sea,” and “Land Ho.” Friday field trips to local, low-cost/no-cost destinations for families with young children are also planned. Groups run from June 22 through August 6. Registration information is available by contacting Salem Family Resources at info@salemfamilyresources. org, or by calling 898-5493.


Sports & Recreation


Now until the end of June The Windham Soccer League registration is open to all towns until the end of June. For more information, visit www.windhamsoccer.org.


Salem Church Services


Ararat Armenian Congregational Church 2 Salem Street • Sunday Services, 10:30 a.m.


Centerpoint Community Church 101 School Street • Sunday Services, 10 a.m.


Grace Assembly of God 199 Zion Hill Road • Sunday Worship Service, 10:30 a.m.; Wednesday night Bible Study, 7 p.m.


Granite State Baptist Church 1 Sand Hill Road • Sunday Services, 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m.


Hannah Tenney United Methodist Church 290 Main Street• Sunday Worship and Sunday School, 11 a.m.


Faith Bible Chapel Meets at American Legion Hall, 38 Milville Street • Worship Service, 8:30 a.m., 7 p.m. Bible Study, Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m.


First Congregational Church, UCC 15 Lawrence Road • Sunday Worship Service, 10 a.m.


Mary Queen of Peace Catholic Church, 200 Lawrence Road • Masses: Sat., 4 p.m., Sun., 9 a.m., 10:45 a.m.; Weekdays: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Rosary, 8:40 a.m., Mass, 9 a.m.


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Monday, June 14 Salem Youth Baseball is proud to announce the return of its Celebrity Golf Tournament at Merrimack Valley Country Club. All of the proceeds from the tournament will go towards funding our investment in lighting up the Babe Ruth field at Michele Park. Come and spend the day golfing with some of your favorite local celebrities including Rick Miller, Bill Lee, Joe Morgan, John Tudor and more. There is a fee per person, which includes green and cart fees, goodie bag, and after tourney banquet. For everyone’s convenience, there will be no baseball games scheduled on June 14 to allow for the greatest participation of parents and umpires. The tournament will start promptly at 8 a.m. with a shotgun start. Proper attire is required, soft-spikes only. For more information, contact Dan Dippo at either 898-3696, or 508-249-3954.


Starting Monday, June 28 The Salem Recreation Department will offer their popular, seven-week Summer Fun Programs for 6-9 year-olds at Haigh School and 10-13 year-olds at Woodbury Middle School, which include theme weeks, activities, games, arts and crafts, field trips, etc. Together with the Recreation Department and our enthusiastic staff, children will enjoy lots of activities. The programs run five days per week, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Parents must register their own child. Most field trip days run on Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (weather permitting) There is a cost for the program, which includes State Park trips, special events, crafts, and more, with rates for two children or more in the same household. Please note that some field trips may require additional fees. To register, stop by the Recreation Department at the Town Hall, 33 Geremonty Drive, Salem. For more information, call 890-2140.


Fridays – July 9, 16, 23, 30, and August 6 The Salem Recreation Department will offer Special Needs Camps for children in grades K-12 on Fridays from 9-11 a.m. at Woodbury Middle School. Each week will offer a different activity as follows: July 9 – Track and Field; July 16 – Bowling at Park Place in Windham; July 23 – Basketball; July 30 – Soccer; and August 6 – a field trip to miniature golf or Field of Dreams. There is a fee for the camp. To register, stop by the Recreation Department at the Town Hall, 33 Geremonty Drive, Salem. For more information, call 890-2140.


Monday, July 12 – Thursday, July 15 The Salem Recreation Department will offer a Basketball Camp for children ages 6-10 at the Woodbury Middle School. The camp will run from 9-10:15 a.m. for ages 6-8; and from 10:30 a.m.-noon for ages 9-10. There is a fee for the camp. To register, stop by the Recreation Department at the Town Hall, 33 Geremonty Drive, Salem. For more information, call 890-2140.


Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22 The Salem Recreation Department will offer a Dodge Ball Camp for children ages 6-10 at the Woodbury Middle School. The camp will run from 9-10:15 a.m. for ages 6-8; and from 10:30 a.m.-noon for ages 9-10. There is a fee for the camp. To register, stop by the Recreation Department at the Town Hall, 33 Geremonty Drive, Salem. For more information, call 890-2140.


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Greater Salem Vineyard Fellowship Meets at Salem High School, Auditorium • Sunday Service, 10:00 a.m.


North Salem United Methodist Church 389 North Main Street • Sunday Worship Service & Sunday School, 9 a.m.


Pleasant Street United Methodist Church 8 Pleasant Street • Sunday Worship and Sunday School, 9:00 a.m.


Rockingham Christian Church 5 Industrial Way, Unit #2 • Sunday Worship & Children’s Church, 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. • www.rccsalem.com


Salem Bible Church 11 Ermer Road (off Rte. 111) • Morning Worship, 10:30 a.m., Eve. Worship, 6 p.m. Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. • Wednesday Prayer Meeting, 7 p.m.


St. David’s Episcopal Church Main Street (across from Kelley Library) • Sunday Services, 8:00 a.m. & 10:00 a.m.


St. Joseph’s Catholic Church


33 Main Street • Masses: Sat., 4:15 p.m., Sun., 7:30 a.m., 8:45 a.m., 11 a.m.; Weekdays: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Rosary 6:50 a.m., Mass, 7:15 a.m.; Wed., Rosary, 6:50 a.m., Eucharistic Service 7:15 a.m., Evening Mass, 6:30 p.m.


Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church 171 Zion Hill Road • Sunday Services, 8 a.m., 9 a.m.; • Fellowship Hour 10 a.m.


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