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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.


MOMS Club, (Moms supporting moms), Windham Bible Chapel, second Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. (Claire McGarry, 458-5440)


Pelham Community Spirit Group, VFW Hall, 7 p.m., third Thurs.


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, 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.


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F Community Eventsriday, June 10 Pack 25 and Pack 610 are holding a benefit Spaghetti Dinner from 5-7:30 p.m. at St Patrick’s Clubhouse in Pelham. The proceeds from this joint fundraiser will be used to purchase a new Pinewood Derby Race Track and Timing System. The scouts have been using a borrowed system for the past two years and we are now in need of purchasing our own. Area businesses that would like to sponsor the event should contact pack610nh@gmail.com. The new system is cost prohibitive for either pack and community support is needed. Tickets for the dinner are $5 each or $20 for a family of up to 5.


Saturday, June 11 MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) will hold a fundraising yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Crossroads Baptist Church, 46 Atwood Road, Pelham. Please come out and help support the 2011-2012 MOPS program. There will be many items from multiple families at this fundraising event, so come see what treasures you can find.


Monday, June 13 The American Red Cross will hold a Blood Drive at the Windham Presbyterian Church, 1 Church Road, Windham, from 1-6 p.m. Donation is easy—if you are healthy, at least 17 years old, weigh more than 110 pounds, and haven’t given blood in the past eight weeks, you can donate. The American Red Cross needs our help. To schedule an appointment for blood donation, call 1-800-RED-CROSS.


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


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) and MOMSnext (Mothers of school aged children), Crossroads Baptist Church, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., first and third Thursdays of most months. (For info., call 635-1556)


Pelham Community Spirit Group, VFW Hall, 7 p.m., third Thursday 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


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Saturday, June 25 The Annual Pelham Strawberry Festival will be held at the Pelham Senior Center, 8 Nashua Road, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come on down and enjoy a fun family event featuring great food, music, and entertainment; children’s games and activities, including a bounce house, balloons, and face painting; our annual basket raffles; and of course, our famous Strawberry Shortcake. The Penny Pincher Barn will be open with great bargains or for just browsing. A yard and book sale will also be held. Please bring non-perishable food items or household paper products as a donation to the food drive. Cash donations would also be greatly appreciated.


Pelham American Legion Post 100, located on Windham Road, would like to invite the public to attend its annual Sirloin Steak Barbeque Dinner from 2-6:30 p.m. in the Legion pavilion located behind the building. Dinner will consist of sirloin steak, salad, baked potato, and dessert. In addition, there will be raffles, music, and lots of fun. There is a cost for the dinner, which can be paid at the door. There will also be a cash bar.


Saturday, July 2 Windham Recreation’s Annual Town Day is set for Saturday, July 2, from noon to 3 p.m. at Griffin Park. The day begins with the Annual Tennis Games for all ages (kids through adults) at 10 a.m. Pre-register for this by contacting Lynn at 898-2881. Then, from 12-3 p.m., there will be bounce houses as well as a cookout (while supplies last). The Windham Community Band will be performing from 12:30-2 p.m. A bike parade for the kids, followed by family field games, will be held from 1-2:30 p.m. Don’t forget to decorate your bike, wagon, or stroller for the parade around the baseball field! The field games will consist of sac races, a water balloon toss, pie eating, and more! Everything at Town Day is free! Later that evening, beginning at 7 p.m., the Mill City Revival Band will perform outdoors at the High School, followed by the fireworks. The parking lot opens at 5:30 p.m., and there will be hot dogs, drinks, and ice cream for sale. For more information, contact the Recreation Office at 965-1208 or by e-mail at Recreation @WindhamNewHampshire.com.


Thursday, June 23 Library


Come to the Nesmith Library for the 2011 Summer Reading Program Registration and Kick-Off Party anytime between 1-3 p.m. Registrants that day will receive two special entries for raffles to win a Kendall Pond Pizza certificate or two tickets to Story Land! Steve Blunt will be our special guest as he performs his funny, heartfelt, and engaging songs. The Summer Reading Program is designed for children of all ages. “One World, Many Stories” is the nationwide theme this year. Participate in the program for a chance to win some great prizes and take part in any of our many programs offered. To register for any of the summer programs, stop by or call the library at 432-7154.


Tuesday, June 28 Start your summer off right when we kick off the Teen Summer Reading Program at the Nesmith Library at 1 p.m. Don’t miss special guest Peter Vuono, who performs escape artistry! Following the performance, teens will take part in a “make your own sundae” feast. Door prize raffles and bonus book bucks offered to all who attend! If you are 12-18 (or entering the 6-12 grade), grab a friend and join us at the Nesmith Library! No registration required.


Thursday, June 16 Fresh off the heels of one of the most successful Plant Sales ever, the Windham Garden Club will celebrate the close of its 21st


Meetings year with the annual Summer Solstice


Awards Dinner. The gourmet potluck event will begin at 6 p.m. at the Searles School with a BYOB cocktail hour. The evening will feature several awards, the installation of club officers for the 2011-2013 term, and the awarding of this year’s Nancy Surette Memorial Scholarships. All members and their spouses are invited, and reservations are required along with one’s potluck intentions, which may be called in to Ms. Heider at 434-4564.


Saturday, June 11 Come try your luck and have some fun at a good old-fashioned community festival on the beautiful lawns of Saint Patrick School, 16 Main Street, Pelham. The ninth annual Family Fun Day is back, and the fun all begins at 7 a.m. with a delicious pancake breakfast. Then, lace up your sneakers for the 5K Road Race at 9 a.m. (free tee-shirts to the first 100 entrants), followed by the Wacky Duck Race on Beaver Brook at 11 a.m. Adopt a duck and win some bucks! Register early as ducks may sell out. Duck forms can be obtained on the school website at www.saintpatrickschool.net. Music, carnival games including the dunk tank, and grilled food will also be on hand from 9 a.m.–2 p.m., giving participants chances to win great prizes while enjoying a fresh grilled burger. Proceeds benefit the St. Patrick School.


School Activities Thursday, June 16


Need help planning for college? The Center for College Planning will be at the Pelham Public Library at 6 p.m. to discuss the financial aid planning process. This is a great program for all interested in higher education, including 9-12th graders. This seminar will focus on the tools and ideas you need to plan successfully for a college degree and how to pay for it. The Center for College Planning is a non-profit organization committed to promoting higher education. For more information, please contact Librarian Corinne Chronopoulos at Pelham Public Library at 635-7581, or see our Website: www.pelhamweb.com/library.


T Seminars & Coursesuesday, June 28 The Pelham Public Library will offer another opportunity to take a certified Red Cross Babysitting Course from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Babysitter’s Training Course from the American Red Cross will teach you everything you need to be a great babysitter. This fun, interactive course teaches First Aid and safety skills so you can prevent and respond to emergencies. And, as a Red Cross-trained babysitter, you’ll gain the confidence and valuable employment skills to impress parents. The cost for this valuable program is $50 per participant and is due by Monday, June 20, and checks may be made payable to Pelham Public Library. Participants should be at least 11 years old. Please bring a snack and lunch and the library will provide drinks and dessert. Pre- registration is necessary for this very popular course and the class is quickly filling up. All are welcome, and participation is not limited to Pelham residents. Stop by the library, or call 635-7581 to sign up today.


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Windham Recreation will sponsor Extreme fitness Boot Camp – The best “fitness” boot camp in New England. Get ready for summer sports and join them three days a week for full-body conditioning classes designed to challenge and improve every component of fitness. You will run, sprint, skip rope, perform athletic-style drills, medicine ball drills, partner drills, and lots more. All combine for fast-paced, 60- minute, high-energy classes guaranteed to improve your agility, power, speed, quickness, and endurance. All classes are instructed by a certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Morning classes are offered on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 6:15-7:15 a.m. at Griffin Park in Windham. Women’s fitness Boot Camp is also offered on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8-9 a.m. For all the details, contact Joe Grillo, MS, CSCS at 289-3088, or visit www.onthemoverfit.net.


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F Sports & Recreationriday, June 10, and Saturday, June 11 Come see our young stars in a new production of Dorothy Meets Alice at Sherburne Hall here in Pelham Town Hall at 6 Village Green, Pelham, on Friday, June 10, at 7 p.m. or Saturday, June 11, for a matinee at 4 p.m. The cost is $5/person to attend this terrific and fun play. The students have taken classes in preparation for these productions under the guidance and instruction of the producer, Janet Daigle, of Pelham Community Theater Penguin Players. Bring the kids and have a great time together. For more information, contact recreation@pelhamweb.com or call 635-2721 (Pelham Parks and Recreation).


Saturday, June 11 Lace up your sneakers or walking shoes and join us for the ninth Annual St. Patrick’s 5K Run/Walk on June 11 starting at 9 a.m. (registration opens at 8 a.m.). The first 100 registrants will receive a free T-Shirt and plush pair of double layer socks, so register early. Information is available on www. stpatspelham5k.com. The course, which begins at Saint Patrick’s school, 16 Main Street, Pelham, is a scenic level loop with course markers, water stations and police assistance. The 5K Race/Walk is open to all local communities. Awards will be given for first place overall male and female runners, first place male and female runners age 12 and under, and the first place finishers in age groups. Post race refreshments available. For more information or a mailed race application, Contact Jen Nale at 635-3450 or stpatspelham5k@yahoo.com. All proceeds benefit Saint Patrick School.


Sunday, June 12 The Windham Rail Trail Alliance is excited to announce that its fourth annual Flat ‘n Fast 5K Road Race and Walk on this picturesque paved rail trail is set for June 12. This is a point-to-point USATF (NH10032RF) certified race starting from the Roulston Road entrance at 8:30 a.m., with a fun walk starting immediately after the last runner. The race is organized in conjunction with the Windham Recreation Department, with chip timing provided by Granite State Timing. Online registration is available on www. coolrunning.com and forms are available at various locations in Windham, and on the WRTA Website at www.windhamrailtrail. org. Race day registration will be held from 7-8 a.m. Parking and same-day registration is available at Taylor’s Bingo Hall, with a free shuttle bus bringing participants to the start point at Roulston Road, with the finish at the Windham Depot, Depot Road, Windham. The first 225 runners will receive a tech race shirt. First male/female finishers will receive a $50 prize, and there will also be age group awards and a free raffle for participants. Food and refreshments will be served after the race.


Saturday, June 18, and Sunday, June 26 Pelham Youth Baseball’s “Best of the Best” will take the field on Saturday, June 18, and Sunday, June 26. With over 350 registered participants, Pelham Baseball restructured the league in 2011 to ensure fair play and a safe environment for our kids to play baseball. With those goals successfully accomplished, we are proud to announce our flagship events that will be held over the next two weekends at Muldoon Field. “Town Championship Saturday” will be held on June 18, with the AAA (a division of Majors) Championship game being held at 4 p.m.; and the Majors Championship Game will be held at 7 p.m. under the lights! Then, an “All-Star Sunday” will be held on June 26, with the AA/Minors Championship game on the Minors field at 1:30 p.m.; the AA/Minors All-Star game on the Minors field at 4 p.m.; the AAA All-Star game on the Majors field at 4 p.m.; and the Majors All-Star game on the Majors field at 7 p.m. under the lights!


Monday, June 27 The second annual Windham High School Boosters Golf Tournament will be held at the Windham Country Club, 1 Country Club Drive. The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. (check-in starts at 6:30a.m.). There is a cost per person. The event will feature tons of prizes and lots of fun! All proceeds go to support WHS Athletics. Visit us for more information at www.windhamjaguars.org, or e-mail Linda Adams for more information at linda. adams9610@yahoo.com.


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