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Wednesday, May 20, 2020Unicyclist Completes 100+ Miles for COVID-19 Research
Unicyclist Completes 100+ Miles for COVID-19 ResearchBob LeBlanc is participating in the virtual Cycle the Seacoast fundraising eventPORTSMOUTH, NH - May is National Bike Month and Bob LeBlanc is celebrating by riding his unicycle in the American Lung Association's annual Cycle the Seacoast event. As part of his fundraising efforts, he recently completed 100 miles of cycling and has raised nearly $1,000 for COVID-19 research and the American Lung Association. He is the first person to ride a unicycle more
Wednesday, May 20, 2020Jewelry Creations Launches “Class Charms” Contest for Graduating Seniors
Jewelry Creations is excited to announce a contest for graduating seniors. The contest called “Class Charms” is open to all graduating seniors and runs through June 19th. A winner will be announced during a Facebook Live event held at the store on June 25th at 5:30 p.m. with a grand prize of $500 up for grabs. In an effort to recognize graduating seniors while also promoting kindness and camaraderie, the store is asking for graduating seniors to nominate a fellow classmate worthy of recognition.
Wednesday, May 20, 2020Updates from the Dover Public Library
Bookdrops Are Now Open Return any items you have at home in the book drops. There are no fines now, and fines won't start again until the building has been open for 3 weeks. If you have audiobooks or music CDs, please remember to use the silver Media Book drop for these items, located by the parking lot/Children’s Room entrance. Curbside Pickup Available The library building remains closed, but staff are still working hard to get you books! DPL is now offering Curbside Pickup. Pick up hours are 10 a.m.
Monday, May 18, 2020Resident Launches Adopt A Senior Campaign
In response to the COVID-19 Virus, the Dover High School Class of 2020 has had to develop creative ideas to celebrate their graduation. One new project is the Adopt a DHS Senior campaign, initiated by Diane McCombie, the mother of graduating senior Megan McCombie. McCombie created a public Facebook group to spread a little joy to the Class of 2020. The group has grown to more than 550 members and facilitated the adoption of nearly 60 of the 330 members of the Class of 2020. The hope is that Dover
Thursday, May 14, 2020City Lights Committee hangs flags in Dover
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce City Lights Committee decorated downtown Dover with American flags on May 14. The City Lights Committee is a volunteer group of Dover Chamber of Commerce members and residents dedicated to hanging American flags on Central Avenue during the summer months, as well as illuminating downtown Dover during the holiday season. The hanging of the flags was made possible through the City Lights Committee and the Dover Elks Lodge #184. Cleary Cleaners of Dover donated their
Wednesday, May 13, 2020Community Action Partnership of Strafford County Teams Up with Liberty Mutual Insurance on Boxed Lunch Distribution
Community Action Partnership of Strafford County (CAPSC) and Liberty Mutual Insurance have teamed up to help feed Seacoast Region residents impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from now through May 22nd, CAPSC will distribute 100 boxed lunches prepared by Liberty Mutual’s Dover, New Hampshire office cafeteria staff who have been specially redeployed using CDC safety guidelines to provide these lunches.“We cannot thank Liberty Mutual enough for generously turning their
Wednesday, May 13, 2020Downtown Art Studio Re-Opens for Lessons & Art
SEH Studios Art re-opened May 12th for private lessons and gallery visitors. Artist, Susan E. Hanna, provides private painting lessons in the spacious studio gallery at 1 Washington Street Mill. Visitors may enjoy over 200 original works of art on exhibit there. Ms. Hanna states, "I gave a lot of consideration to the safety of everyone working in and visiting the studio. Thanks to the State of NH, I can provide a mask to visitors who need one. We have hand sanitizer from a local distillery. Lessons have
Wednesday, May 13, 2020Dover Realtor Creates Giving Campaign for SEED
Seacoast Endowment for Education in Dover (“SEED”), a nonprofit organization dedicated to lifting academic excellence in Dover schools, is pleased to announce it has received a $750 donation from Mindy Marcouillier, realtor at Great Island Realty. A Dover resident, Marcouillier has pledged to make quarterly donations based on a portion of her 2020 sales. This donation represents her first quarter contribution to SEED. “Mindy approached us with this idea for quarterly giving--we love it,” said Sue Vitko,
Wednesday, May 13, 2020Cornerstone VNA Hospice Volunteer Training
Cornerstone VNA is offering virtual Hospice Volunteer training sessions beginning in June. Volunteers provide comfort, support and reassuring presence to patients and family members in their communities. This comprehensive 8-week Hospice Volunteer Training program focuses on: The history of Cornerstone VNA, Hospice History and Philosophy, Volunteer Job Description, The Hospice Team, Medical and Psychosocial Aspects, Family Involvement, and Spiritual Care. No medical or volunteer experience is necessary to
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Wednesday, May 13, 2020Eversource Reminds Customers to Remain Vigilant Against Scams
As part of Eversource’s efforts to support its customers and communities during the pandemic, the energy company is reminding people to remain vigilant and protect themselves against scams. The COVID-19 outbreak has led to an increase in scam activity, with sophisticated scammers finding unique and intimidating ways to exploit people and steal their money during these uncertain times. “We’re always working to help our customers protect themselves against scams, which is especially important today
Tuesday, May 05, 2020Summer Painting Courses Offered
SEH Studios Art, located in the One Washington Street Mill, is offering Oil Painting Courses during June and July. Registration is open and courses begin June 2nd. Owner Artist, Susan E. Hanna, says," We are re-opening with smaller class sizes. Since the studio is over 500 square feet with 20 foot ceilings, we will comfortably have at least 6 feet between work stations. Everyone entering the studio must wear a mask." Ms. Hanna is offering four evening courses, two in June and two in July. With a
Monday, May 04, 2020New community initiative calls on Dover to show solidarity in green and white
Mayor Robert Carrier is encouraging the entire community to proudly display Dover's signature colors of green and white as a reminder we're all in this together. The initiative, “Green and White, Let's Unite!” is a way for the entire community to show solidarity during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. “During this unprecedented public health emergency, our residents and business community are faced with new challenges every day,” Carrier said. “Despite these challenges, one thing I know for certain
Thursday, April 30, 2020SCS Creates Literacy Intervention Fund
Seacoast Charter School responds to student’s need with a Literacy Intervention Fund by joining #GivingTuesdayNow in Global Day of Giving and Unity Seacoast Charter School (SCS) is responding to the closure of school due to the pandemic by creating a Literacy Intervention Fund to meet the needs of their students. On May 5, SCS will join the #GivingTuesdayNow movement for a new global day of giving and unity – in addition to the regularly scheduled Dec 1, 2020, #GivingTuesday – as an emergency response
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Thursday, April 30, 2020Take a Virtual Tour of Bedrock Gardens in lieu of Delayed 2020 Season
Enjoy this virtual tour of Bedrock Gardens, Lee, NH in lieu of a delayed 2020 Season Opening due to current public health guidelines https://www.bedrockgardens.org/videotour.html Bedrock Gardens is an emerging public garden that integrates unusual botanical specimens and unique sculpture into an inspiring landscape journey. This 37-acre site is transitioning from a historic farm and private garden to a public oasis of art, horticulture and inspiration. Visit a garden that the Boston Globe described as
Thursday, April 30, 2020Museum of Art, UNH, Senior Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts online exhibition, Durham, NH
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Museum of Art, UNH, Senior Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts online exhibition, Durham, NH - The Museum of Art presents an online exhibition featuring emerging artists from the UNH Department of Art and Art History. The Senior Bachelor of Arts, and Bachelor of Fine Arts exhibitions celebrate the achievements of degree candidates graduating from the Department of Art and Art History. The online exhibition presents works of art by Bachelor of Arts candidates and thesis work
Tuesday, April 28, 2020Susan Libby Celebrates 35 Years with NHFCU
Susan Libby joined New Hampshire Federal Credit Union (NHFCU) as a loan officer on April 23, 1985, during the heyday of interest rates at or above 10% APR, alongside the sweeping popularity of the use of credit cards in everyday life (NHFCU had introduced them in 1983). In a few short years, Susan's attention to detail and talents in working with members in sensitive situations led her to a promotion to Collections Manager, where she diligently worked to get members' finances back in order while getting
Monday, April 27, 2020SEED Launches Contest
DOVER –Seacoast Endowment for Education in Dover (“SEED”), a nonprofit organization dedicated to lifting academic excellence in Dover schools, has partnered with the Dover SAU-11 to launch the Pandemic Parody, a musical themed contest open to the community.Musical parody involves changing or copying existing (usually well-known) music, lyrics, or even a performer. According to Wikipedia, parody has been used for many different purposes and in various musical contexts: as a serious compositional technique,
Monday, April 27, 2020Patty B's Open Wednesday-Saturday!
Due to Covid-19 Patty B's is only open for curbside pick up Wednesday-Saturday from 1-7PM We have 3 lines open taking calls. We understand that is is hard to get through sometimes because we have been so busy and for that we are so grateful, but we encourage you to keep trying these numbers! Please do not leave a message with your order as we are not checking voicemail regularly during business hours. #749-4181 #767-3007 #343-8090 There is a limited menu which is posted on our website @ patty's.com and
Monday, April 27, 2020Dermatology & Skin Health Giveaway
Dermatology & Skin Health is excited to share that we will be giving away an exclusive experience for a special person dedicated to fighting COVID-19.! The goal behind this giveaway (valued at over $12,000) is to celebrate an individual front line (health care, volunteer, law enforcement, etc.) worker who has shown incredible strength and resilience while serving patients of the Coronavirus pandemic. &##129494;&##127995;♀️ Below are some of the things the winner will receive:A full weekend of “YOU!”Round
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Monday, April 27, 2020Joe Parks Garden Seeking Volunteers
The Joe B. Parks Riverwalk Public Gardens is seeking 2020 garden Garden Tenders Situated along the banks of the Cocheco River off Central Avenue in Dover NH this urban oasis is a series of beautiful gardens filled with flowers, unique rhododendrons, mountain laurel, hosta, daylilies, and countless other plants, many relocated from Joe Parks' own gardens. The garden depends on volunteers to help maintain and tend to the gardens enjoyed by the public each year. Tasks include spring and fall clean-up
Monday, April 06, 2020COVID-19 forces Cycle the Seacoast to switch gears
Due to the potential spread of COVID-19, the American Lung Association has announced the annual Cycle the Seacoast fundraising ride in 2020 will be held virtually and the physical bike ride scheduled for May 3 will no longer take place. Effective immediately, participants will be able to track their own progress to complete their Cycle the Seacoast by cycling 25, 50 or 100 miles at their own pace to raise funds for the American Lung Association before June 30, 2020. "We are very grateful for the many
