Life & Death in the Piscataqua Symposium on Saturday, February 17th from 10am to 3pm at the St. John’s Masonic Hall, 351 Middle St, Portsmouth. $15 per person in advance/$20 day of (after 4pm Fri 2/16) Tickets include all talks and a lunch of homemade soup. To purchase tickets https://www.portsmouthhistoric.org/events.
Annual Doggie Paddle Plunge to benefit the animals. Saturday March 2nd in Newcastle from 11am to 2 pm. Raise money, win prizes. Proceeds help support the NHSPCA in Stratham. Take the plunge yourself. More info and register at www.nhspca.org.
Professional Window Cleaning Instruction at Advanced Trade School on May 7th, May 8th, May 9th from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Event at 335 Route 125 Unit 1-c, Brentwood. Fee $250. Learn real skills for work in the professional window cleaning industry and some ‘how to’s’ for starting your own business. Call 603-785-2491 to get enrolled for the May class. Three days of practical learning to get you going in a new trade.
The Hearth Gallery Debuts during the Portsmouth Artwalk
“Meet the Artists” Event
Portsmouth, NH – January 25, 2024 – The Hearth Gallery is set to make its grand entrance at the upcoming “Meet the Artists” event during the Portsmouth Artwork on Friday, February 2, from 6-9 pm. The Art Center is thrilled to introduce this exciting addition to the vibrant Hearth Market in Portsmouth, NH.
The Hearth Gallery aims to captivate art enthusiasts with a spectacular exhibition titled “Artist of the Seacoast.” This showcase will feature extraordinary works by talented artists, including Joe Flaherty, Brooke Lambert, Nancy Houlihan, Pep Manalang, Rebecca Klementovich, Tim Gilbert, David Random, and Kate Higley. The diverse range of artistic expressions promises to leave a lasting impression on attendees.
The exhibition will be on display until the end of May, providing art lovers with an extended opportunity to appreciate and immerse themselves in the creativity of these remarkable artists.
Event Details:
Visitors are invited to an Artists’ Reception during the Portsmouth Artwalk. This is an opportunity to engage with them and gain insights into the inspiration behind their works.
For those unable to attend in person, visit The Hearth Gallery online at www.hearthmarketportsmouth.com.
Open Call for Adult Baton Twirlers — Free Classes — No experience necessary
Portsmouth’s own Leftist Marching Band has put out a call for some new adult baton twirlers to perform with the band! Marguerite Mathews at Pontine Theatre is offering beginning classes for anyone who’d like to give it a go. No experience necessary. Four sessions: Tuesdays 5:30 – 7pm from February 6 through February 27th. Classes are free. Bring your own baton…if you don’t have one yet bring a wooden dowel cut it to the length of your arm. Location: Pontine Theatre, 1845 Plains Schoolhouse, #1 Plains Avenue in Portsmouth. Convenient free parking on site. Information: 603-436-6660 / info@pontine.org
Annual Doggie Paddle Plunge to benefit the animals. Saturday March 2nd in Newcastle from 11am to 2 pm. Raise money, win prizes. Proceeds help support the NHSPCA in Stratham. Take the plunge yourself. More info and register at www.nhspca.org.
GREAT BAY STAMP CLUB meets on the 2nd Saturday Monthly beginning 12pm at the Somersworth Historical Society Museum 157 Main St, Somersworth. Next meeting Feb 10th. Anyone who has an interest in stamp collecting are most welcome to visit and share their philatelic interests. The club meetings are followed by a raffle and auction, attire is informal and is open to beginners and advance collectors.
Sweetheart Sale at Four Corner Antique Store on Feb 10th and 11th from 10am to 5pm. Buy one get one 50% off. Come say Hi to Big Mac the shop cat! Located at the corner of 202a and Estes rd in Rochester.
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Job Fair on February 6th from 2pm – 6pm at the Holiday Inn, 300 Woodbury Ave Portsmouth. Bring your resume! Multiple career fields available, some requiring zero experience. US citizens only, pay starts at $24+ per hour will full benefits and paid time off!
Beginner Social Square Dance Class, Thursday, Feb. 1st, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Portsmouth Senior Activity Center, 125 Cottage St. No partner, no special clothing and no experience needed. Come meet new people, get some brain and heart healthy walking exercise and have fun! Free, then $5 per class afterwards. More info, contact Priscilla at prar@alrouff.com or 603-978-1988.
