Category: Dover

Fourth Annual Charity Corn Hole Tournament

Sponsorships are now available for the Fourth Annual Charity Corn Hole Tournament

Hosted by Dover, Rollinsford, South Berwick Lions Club

Find out more about your Local Lions Club while ringing in the season at Cara, A True Pub of Ireland!

The Dover, Rollinsford, South Berwick Lions Club is hosting its fourth annual Corn Hole Tournament on August 9, 2025 at The Barn at Dunn Farm in Berwick.  Funds raised will benefit local charity “Annie’s Angels” (www.anniesangels.org).  Annie’s Angels helps families struggling with life threatening illness and disabilities in and around the seacoast area.   

Learn more about the tournament and how the Dover, Rollinsford, and South Berwick Lions Club is making a meaningful impact in the community by attending their Holiday Business Open House on December 18 at Cara, A True Pub of Ireland. Enjoy delicious food, engaging conversations, and the chance to network with local business leaders while celebrating the season alongside the Lions Club and their gracious bi-monthly meeting host at Cara.

RSVP for the Holiday Open House here: https://dovernh.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/40778

Last year the group raised over $3,000 for Annie’s Angels thanks to the local business community that rallied to support the cause, including Kennebunk Savings Bank, Mainely Electric, Jayco Disposal, Meineke, Silver Therapeutics, Hunts Septic Service, Somersworth Nissan, High Effect Web Design, Insurcomm, Jennifer Halteman Insurance, ServPro, Holy Rosary Credit Union, and SC Digital.

To become a tournament sponsor, visit https://birdease.com/cornholeforacure  Sponsors will be recognized at the Open House and subsequent press release.

St. John’s UMC Nativity Celebration

St. John’s UMC Nativity Celebration on Saturday December 14th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hartford Hall, 28 Cataract Ave., Dover. Donation appreciated- $5 or food for the food pantry

Outside will be the Live Nativity Story with Carillon accompaniment. Inside will be a Vast display of Nativity Collections from around the world with snacks, refreshments, Holiday music, and more. For Info: ( https://stjohnsdover.org/)

Annual Contemporary | Abstract Exhibition

The Art Center is thrilled to announce the opening of its highly anticipated Annual Contemporary | Abstract Exhibition, now on display through December 31. This extraordinary showcase is the largest exhibition ever held at The Art Center, featuring a stunning array of contemporary and abstract artworks from both local and national artists.

This year’s exhibition is dedicated to the memory of Resident Artist Tim Gilbert, a cherished member of The Art Center community who passed away in October. In honor of Tim’s legacy and profound impact, the entire gallery has been dedicated to this special event.

Visitors can look forward to an unforgettable experience, including a highlight presentation by The Abstract 4 titled “Abstracting Winter in New England,” which brings the essence of the season to life through powerful abstract interpretations.

An Artist Reception will take place on Saturday, December 7, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at The Art Center, located at 1 Washington Street, Suite 1177, Dover, NH. The reception offers an excellent opportunity to meet the artists, explore the works in depth, and enjoy an evening of artistic inspiration.

For those unable to visit in person, the exhibition can also be viewed online at www.theartcenteronlinegallery.com. Don’t miss this celebration of creativity and abstract expression!

Fine Handmade Holiday Market

Fine Handmade Holiday Market

We’re back for our second year in Durham, and this time we’re setting up at the spacious Whittemore Center! Join us for a festive shopping experience with 100+ exhibitors offering unique, handmade products for everyone on your holiday list.

 Shop Small, Buy Special: Specialty foods include artisan cheeses, gourmet popcorn, cookies, jams, black garlic products, blueberry sauces, coffee, hot sauce, chocolates, cannolis, and more—made in small batches and ready as perfect gift sets.

 Holiday Treasures: Sweaters, wood signs, candles, seaglass art, fine jewelry, pottery, books, quilts, ceramics, wood-turned items, fine art, children’s clothing, and stunning glass decor.

 Fun for the Family: Santa will be visiting, and we’ll have festive holiday music to get you in the spirit!

 Date:
Friday, Dec 13: 4 PM – 8 PM
Saturday, Dec 14: 9 AM – 1 PM

 Free Parking: Use Lot A

$5 entry valid both days- Ages 14 & under free.
Come enjoy holiday shopping at its best with the finest handmade creations and festive cheer!

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Holiday floral arrangement Class

Decorated Boxwood Tree or Holiday Centerpiece floral arrangement Class on Wednesday December 17th from 6-7:30pm. Make and Take Projects. What a treat for your Holiday feast! Cost $75. To Registration Call 742-1165 or stop in at Sweet Meadows Flower Shop at 155 Portland Ave. 

Caregiver Café at the Dover Public Library

Caregiver Café at the Dover Public Library on Wednesday, November 20th at 10:30am, join Cornerstone VNA as we introduce our newest monthly Caregiver Café to support Dover area family caregivers. Come for a morning of support, education and conversation. No registration is required.

Garrison Players Arts Center auditions for The Ghost Train

Garrison Players Arts Center is holding auditions for The Ghost Train on Saturday, Nov 16, 10:00am–12:00 pm and Sunday, Nov 17, 6:30pm–8:30pm at Garrison Players Arts Center, Corner of Roberts Road and Portland Ave (Rte 4), Rollinsford.

Visit GPAC Auditions for audition requirements and character breakdown:  www.garrisonplayers.org

Rehearsal Dates: mid-December: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6pm-8pm and Sundays from 3pm-6pm.

Show Dates: Feb 28–March 2; March 7–9; March 14–15, 2025

The Ghost Train is a stage comedy-thriller, written in 1923 by the English actor and playwright, Arnold Ridley. The story centers upon the social interaction of a group of railway passengers who are stranded at a remote rural station overnight, and are increasingly threatened by a latent external force, with a “denouement” ending. The play ran for over a year in its original sold-out London theatrical run and is regarded as a modern minor classic. It has been adapted for several movies and radio dramas over the years. The setting: A waiting room of the (dingy, rundown) Railway Station at Clear Vale Junction, Rockland, Maine. Circa 1930.

A note from the Director:  I have referred to it as “Agatha Christie meets Scooby Doo”.

Garrison Players Arts Center (GPAC) is a nonprofit, volunteer-based community theatre group dedicated to enriching the cultural life of the area by presenting high-quality theatrical performances geared for family audiences. Established in 1953, the Players encourage people of all ages to enjoy and participate in the many facets of the performing arts, and to help maintain the Garrison Players Arts Center. For more information about auditions, shows, volunteering, sponsorship, or GPAC, visit the website at www.garrisonplayers.org. 

 

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