Parenting Journey in Recovery class begins June 3rd. It starts Thursday, June 3rd, and we stop taking applicants after the fourth class. It’s a virtual, 14 week group session that is specifically designed for parents in recovery! It’s amazing to see how parents grow from session to session! If interested, click here. More info at www.sosrco.org
21st Annual Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic June 17-18-19th. The entire area is illuminated for night viewing through June 27th. Saturday, June 19 – 1:00 – 3:00 PM Voting for People’s Choice Award. 8:00 PM Awards Ceremony on Sea Shell Stage. Special Fireworks Display at 9:30 PM.
Annual Rummage & Food Drive on two consecutive weekends at Kensington Congregational Church on Friday May 28th from 1-5pm, Saturday May 29th from 10-1pm, Friday June 4th from 1-5pm and Saturday June 5th 10-1pm. Pantry food and personal care items will be collected for St.Vincent de Paul food pantry. All items at the Rummage Sale are $1.00 unless otherwise marked! Located on Route 150 in the center of town. For more information, call the church office at 603-772-5821.
Seacoast Half Marathon Benefitting Cornerstone VNA
The Seacoast Half Marathon is one of the longest-running half marathons in coastal New Hampshire. This year, we are offering a suite of in-person and “virtual” options. The in-person half marathon will, as long as state and local officials permit it, be run on Sunday, October 31. With each virtual option, you decide where to run or walk, and when (between October 23 and October 31).
Event Times: Packet pick-up will open at 7:00 on Sunday, Oct. 31. Walkers will start at 8:00, and runners will start at 8:30. If staggered starts are required, start times will be adjusted appropriately, and all racers will be notified of the change.
Event Location: The Seacoast Half Marathon will start and finish at Portsmouth High School, Portsmouth, NH.
Event Entrance Fee?: $65
Details/Comments: The Seacoast Half Marathon is one of the longest-running half marathons in coastal New Hampshire. The race is unique in that all of the revenue (after race expenses) goes to local non-profit beneficiaries.Traditionally the Seacoast Half Marathon selects a new non-profit beneficiary each year, but this year is different! Since the 2020 SHM transitioned to a virtual event due to COVID-19, and did not produce the same level of fundraising for Cornerstone VNA, the 2020 beneficiary, the SHM Race Committee has decided to continue with Cornerstone VNA as the 2021 beneficiary.Cornerstone VNA is pleased that the SHM has chosen to support those on the front lines of this pandemic again for 2021!
Register at https://seacoasthalfmarathon.com/
Visiting Our National Parks: Lessons Learned
Virtual Presentation with John Bunker
Monday, May 24th at 7:00 PM
John Bunker resides in Stratham and has visited twenty-five national parks during the past two decades. While serving as the Associate Dean, UNH College of Health and Human Services, he developed a presentation for an undergraduate class on his adventures and misadventures to some of his favorite national parks: Badlands, Bryce, Canyonlands, Glacier, Grand Tetons, Yellowstone, and Zion.
His presentation will include a handout of his Ten Lessons Learned, a YouTube video of hiking Angel’s Landing in Zion National Park, and over 70 images of his travels to the Parks. Learn about a broad range of issues related to visiting our national Parks: lodging and dining, budget considerations, logistics and planning activities, and safety.
Join Zoom Meeting at http://www.hampton.lib.nh.us/
Cancer Survivors’ Day Celebration on Sunday, June 13, 12:00 – 3:00 pm Stratham Hill Park. Join us to celebrate with an afternoon of outdoor fun, including local food trucks, live music & entertainment. This event is free and open to the public. Learn more at unitedinwellness.org.
Wicked Cool Lego Engineering for Grades 1-5 with Exeter Parks and Rec on July 19 – 23 at the Parks & Recreation Building 32 Court Street, Large Upstairs Room. Participants will build mechanisms that incorporate gears, flywheels, and cams to build amazing contraptions. Learn more and register at www.exeternh.gov/recreation/.
Wicked Cool Vet School for Grades K-5 with the Exeter Parks and Rec on August 16 – 20 at the Parks & Recreation Building 32 Court Street, Large Upstairs Room. Do you dream of becoming a veterinarian? Grab your lab coat, animal lovers, as we learn about our favorite furry, flying and fishy friends! Learn more and register at www.exeternh.gov/recreation/.
30th Annual Souhegan Valley Golf Classic
Thursday, June 10th, 2021
8:30 am Shotgun Start (rain or shine)
Registration begins at 7:30
Driving Range opens at 6:30
Amherst Country Club
72 Ponemah Road, Amherst, New Hampshire
Proceeds to benefit Opportunity Networks, a local non-profit located in Amherst working with the disabled in our community.
A day filled with great food, great golf, and a Live Dinner Auction at the end of the day. If you have any questions, please call Amanda Morse at 603-883-4402 or email amorse@opportunitynetworks.org.
13th Annual Kites Against Cancer on Sunday May 16th from 11 am to 2 pm. Family event to benefit Beyond the Rainbow Fund at Exeter Hospital. Meet near Ocean Front Pavilion Hampton Beach. Info unitedinwellness.org.
