The Cocheco Quilt Guild is hosting our 42nd annual quilt show, “Waves of Color” on Nov. 16-17, 2024 from 10 am – 4 pm at the James W. Foley Memorial Center, 150 Wakefield St. Rochester. Admission is $10 for both days. For complete information go to: www.CochecoQuilters.com
South Berwick, Maine- Old Berwick Historical Society will present an online lecture titled “Countermagic and Protective Magic in Early New England” on Wednesday, October 23 at 7:00pm via Zoom. The lecture is free and no registration is required.
In early New England, magic was used to protect houses and generally ward off evil – horseshoes over doors, shoes buried in walls by fireplaces, hexafoils by doors, and witches’ bottles. In this talk, archeologist Tad Baker discusses this practice, including evidence of it at the local Chadbourne archeological site.
Emerson “Tad” Baker is a historical archaeologist and professor of history at Salem State University. He is well known in academic circles for his extensive work on witchcraft in Colonial America, as well as for his work on numerous archaeological sites along the East Coast of the United States. Baker ran the Chadbourne dig in South Berwick, ME, sponsored by the Old Berwick Historical Society, and is currently collecting data to support a dig focused on the early Scottish indentured servants that eventually settled along the Salmon Falls River.
The lecture is free and open to the public. The link to the lecture is posted on the home page of www.oldberwick.org. The lecture will be recorded and posted to the society’s website. The Old Berwick Historical Society’s 2024 lectures are generously sponsored by Kennebunk Savings and supported by historical society members and donors.
Harvest & Holly Family Fair with Silent Auction on November 2nd from 8 AM – 2 PM at St. John’s United Methodist Church, 28 Cataract Ave., Dover. Something for the whole family! Silent auction with variety of gifts and gift certificates; Holiday Room, Elegant Elephant (upscale yard sale); Accessorize!; Children’s activities; baked and canned goods; candies; crafts; music; breakfast and lunch and much more!
GSCS Presents Winter’s Embrace: Celebrating 50 Years of Peace and Joy on Saturday 12/7/24 from 7:30 PM to 9 PM at First Church Congregational, 63 South Main Street, Rochester, NH.
Event Entrance Fee?: $15-20
Details/Comments: The Granite State Choral Society (GSCS) is thrilled to announce its 50th Anniversary Winter Concert, “Winter’s Embrace: Celebrating 50 Years of Peace and Joy.”
Join us for an afternoon filled with heartwarming music that embodies the spirit of winter, hope, peace, and love. Under the direction of our esteemed Director, Sandi Thomas, the GSCS will perform a selection of timeless classics and contemporary pieces that are sure to inspire and uplift. We are also delighted to feature the talented Kathy Fink on piano, whose artistry will add a beautiful dimension to our performance.
This concert marks a significant milestone for the Granite State Choral Society as we celebrate five decades of musical excellence and community engagement. We invite everyone to come and share in this joyous occasion, reflecting on our rich history and looking forward to a future filled with harmony and song.
Advance ticket information will be posted soon. We look forward to celebrating this momentous occasion with you!
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Winter Storage for Motorcycles and Scooters at 603 Cycle Works in the Fox Run Mall. Reasonable rates. Call 603-507-2120 for availability.
Dover Friends of the Library Book Sale at the Dover Public Library during regular library hours on October 25 -27. Books will be on the top floor. Cash, checks or cards will be accepted as payment. Remaining books will be FREE on Monday, October 28!
Seacoast Artisans 25th Annual Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show on November 9th, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Great Bay Community College. Entrance Fee $7.00.
Turkey Supper at the First United Methodist Church on October 19th from 4:30 to 6pm. Serving turkey, mashed, veggies, cranberry sauce and drinks. $12 in advance, $15 at the door, $6 children age 5-12 and under 5 for free.
Rochester NH–please mark your November calendar for First Church Congregational’s HOLIDAY VILLAGE FAIR, Nov. 8-10., 63 So. Main Street.
Fri. the 8th, 4-7pm with Beef Stew Supper , Raffles, Bakery, General Store, Once-Again Jewelry, Christmas & Thanksgiving Books, Recycled Christmas and dozens of Themed Gift Baskets.
Sat. the 9th, 8-noon with Blueberry (or plain) Pancake Breakfast, etc. etc.
Sun, the 10th, 11am-1pm Raffle winners will be drawn at 1pm: braided rug, Italian Gift Basket, Chocolate Gift Basket, Quilted items with book!
603-332-1121, firstucc@atlanticbbn.net, first-ucc.net, on facebook: First Church Congregational Rochester NH
The Fox Run Marketplace & Expo on October 12th and 13th at the Fox Run Mall. On Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday 10am-5pm. 50 + unique vendors. Free admission.
