Friday Update


NEWS AND HAPPENINGS ...    

Friday, September 26, 2014

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Public Works received Durham's new trash truck this week.  The new personalized Durham image on the side of the vehicle depicting the wagon at Wagon Hill Farm came out quite well.  Courtesy DPW

 

This week is Rosh Hashanah, the beginning of the Jewish new year for the year 5775.  L'shana tova!

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DURHAM HAS A FACEBOOK PAGE

In addition to his other responsibilities managing DCAT/Channel 22, Craig Stevens is also working to infuse life into Durham’s Facebook presence. 

 

You may want to check out our page at:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Town-of-Durham-NH/134190889934912

 

DURHAM HAS A TWITTER PAGE

Residents can also follow along on Twitter if they have an interest in keeping abreast of Town activities. 

 

Follow along at https://twitter.com/town_of_durham

 

DURHAM DAY IS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27TH!

Join Durham Parks & Recreation this Saturday, September 27th (rain date 28th) for Durham Day 2014!  The event includes a free BBQ lunch, kayak and boat tours of Great Bay, Live music by local favorite Jeannie Daniels Band, oyster shucking demonstrations and sales, nature walk, community garden tour, local historical artifacts display, smoothie bar, poetry readings, CPR station, financial fitness exhibit, information on upcoming nature-based volunteer opportunities, kids activities and demonstrations….  Find out more HERE.

 

TOWN COUNCIL VOTES 8-0 TO END P&S WITH DEVELOPER INTERESTED IN REDEVELOPMING OLD TOWN OFFICE SITE

Following nearly an hour of public comments, the vast majority of which requested that the Council not renew the P&S with Scott Mitchell for the redevelopment of the Town Office site at 15 Newmarket Road as Mr. Mitchell had indicated recently to the Historic District Commission he would need to tear down the existing building to bring his development plans to fruition, the Durham Town Council voted 8-0 (one member was absent) to end the Purchase and Sales Agreement. 

 

The Council asked Administrator Selig to prepare a draft RFP that requires a provision for adaptive reuse of the current building or alternatively that the three front building facades visible from Newmarket Road be preserved.  The RFP should be ready in draft form for Council review and discussion by the board’s second meeting in October.  

 

TOWN RECEIVES NOTICE OF TERMINATION FROM SCOTT MITCHELL REAL ESTATE, LLC  FOR 15 NEWMARKET ROAD PURCHASE & SALE AGREEMENT

At Monday night’s meeting, Council members discussed and ultimately decided not to extend the Purchase & Sale Agreement for the 15 Newmarket Road property Scott Mitchell. This week the Town received a notice of termination from Scott Mitchell Real Estate Mr. Mitchell regarding the Purchase & Sale Agreement. To read the letter, click HERE.

 

6 year old Drake Warren took this amazing picture this week at the new Monarch Station in front of the US Forest Service in Durham. Drake and his first grade classmates are studying wonderful butterflies.  Courtesy Alejandra and Matt Warren

 

PLANNING BOARD RECEIVES UPDATE FROM SRPC ON PROGRESS TOWARD DURHAM MASTER PLAN DEVELOPMENT | Some Interesting Facts about Durham

On Wednesday evening, September 17, 2014, the Planning Board received a very informative presentation from representatives of the Strafford Regional Planning Commission regarding the work that the organization is undertaking in updating Durham’s Master Plan as support to the Master Plan Advisory Subcommittee. 

 

Some information of interest includes: 

 

  • Durham’s population is expected to grow by 832 residents per decade through 2040.
  • The Strafford County region in which Durham is located is and will continue to be the fastest growing region in the state.
  • Between 1990-2010, Durham experienced a noticeable drop in 25-44 age individuals and an increase in 55+ age population.
  • There was a significant drop in 0-14 age population between 2000 and 2010.
  • New single-family homes and multi-family units typically produce only .64 and .17 students per year, respectively.
  • Declining or stagnating enrollment is now costing taxpayers more as they work to pay for fixed education costs like maintenance and staffing within public schools.
  • Durham has a higher median income than the SRPC region and the State of NH as a whole.
  • 72% of Durham residents above the age of 25 have a bachelor degree or greater.  (Within the Strafford region and the State of NH, only 33% of residents have a bachelor degree or higher.)
  • 41% of Durham residents have a graduate or professional degree.
  • Durham is home to the region’s largest employer, the University of New Hampshire, with 4,000+ employees.
  • 94% of Durham residents commute elsewhere to work.
  • 91% of individuals employed within Durham actually commute from outside of the community.
  • Durham assessing data indicate a median total parcel and structure value for housing stock of approximately $315,300.

To see the full presentation, click HERE.

 

April Talon, Durham's new Town Engineer, is shown here at her office in the Public Works Department. Courtesy DPW

 

APRIL TALON SELECTED TO FILL THE VACANT TOWN ENGINEER POSITION

The Town is pleased to announced that after a long search and interview process, April Talon, former assistant Town Engineer, has been chosen to fill the Town Engineer position. April has been with the Town as Assistant Engineer for almost five years. She has quickly mastered many tasks that go along with the engineering position.

 

One of the first initiatives that April brought to the table, which has been approved by Director Lynch, is to move forward without filling the Assistant Engineer position.  This will be a six month pilot program to reorganize responsibilities amongst staff and identify, if any, areas of the department that require additional support. If it is evident that an assistant is necessary for support in the future, the Town will decide how to proceed at that time. 

 

In the meantime, DPW is moving forward with no interruption on the various Town projects currently taking place.  Congratulations, April.

 

PEDESTRIAN/BICYCLE SAFETY AROUND THE MIDDLE SCHOOL

With so much construction taking place in and around routes to the Oyster River Middle School, residents are asked to ensure they take extra care when walking, biking, or driving to the school in the morning or in the afternoon. 

 

Be sure to travel slowly, take in your surroundings, and be aware of children in the area. 

 

DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY BULLETIN BOARD DEDICATED FOR POSTING INFORMATION RELATING TO TOWN ISSUES

For those who may not be aware, the Durham Public Library has a bulletin board dedicated just for posting information on Town issues. Upon entering the Library's main entrance, the bulletin board is located on the right, below the stairwell. There are currently renderings of the Orion student housing project on Main Street, as well as the Madbury Commons project.  Information regarding the Mark Henderson project will be posted in the near future.

 

DURHAM HOSTS VISITORS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTH AMERICA AS PART OF N.H. WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL IN CONJUCTION WITH U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE | An Orientation on Transparency and Open Government in Durham

On Monday, September 22, 2014, Administrator Selig met with a group of 25 visitors and their translators from Central and South America to talk about transparency and open government. 

 

The U.S. State Department program, called the International Visitor Leadership Program, hosts annual exchanges for more than 30,000 individuals managed by the Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. 

 

Last month, a delegation from Ukraine visited Durham to meet with Mr. Selig about government here in Town. 

 

UNH EVENT OPEN TO DURHAM RESIDENTS: THE BUSINESS SOLUTION TO POVERTY 

On Tuesday, September 30, 2014, renowned social entrepreneur and author Mal Warwick will describe how a new breed of business can root out poverty. 

Former President Clinton has referred to Warwick’s book and approach as “one of the most hopeful propositions to come along in a long time” and believes that  “it just may be the key to reducing the number of people in poverty on a very large scale.” 

 

This is the 2014 launch event for the NH Social Venture Innovation Challenge, with $10,000 top prize for community entrepreneurs. 

 

All Durham community members are welcome.  It runs from 5-7pm in the Squamscott Room, Holloway Commons – refreshments served.

 

 

UNH/DURHAM WATER SYSTEM DECLARES STAGE 1 WATER CONSERVATION ALERT

Due to the very dry weather over the past month and the subsequent receding flows in local rivers, the managers of the UNH/Durham Water System (UDWS) are officially declaring a Stage 1 Water Conservation Alert.  Durham receives most of its drinking water from the Oyster River and the Lamprey River, and therefore the amount of river water available for water supply becomes limited during dry spells.  According to the UDWS Water Conservation Plan, Stage 1 Water Conservation Alert calls for all community members to implement the following voluntary measures:

  • Limiting the watering of gardens, landscaping and lawns to the hours of 8 PM and 7 AM.
  • Refraining from washing vehicles and non-essential equipment (boats, motorcycles, etc.), or washing of pavement.
  • Refraining from filling swimming pools, or other outdoor recreation that uses water.
  • Generally limiting all unnecessary outdoor water use.
  • Check all indoor and outdoor water fixtures to ensure they are leak free.

Community members are also encouraged to conserve on indoor water use where possible such as only doing full loads of laundry, reducing length of showers, etc.  The UDWS’s goal for Stage 1 is to maintain water demand at constant rate for at least a two week period following its implementation.  If this dry weather continues, the UDWS may be considering a Stage 2 alert within the next 10 days.

 

Dusk at the Tecce Farm! Courtesy Dave Garvey

 

PRELIMINARY DESIGN REVIEW FOR PARTIAL REDEVELOPMENT OF MILL PLAZA TO BE PRESENTED AT DURHAM PLANNING BOARD - OCTOBER 8, 2014

The Town received an application for a preliminary design review for the partial redevelopment of Mill Plaza.  This will be presented to the Planning Board on October 8 with the public hearing on October 22.  The proposal is for 44,110 square feet of new commercial space and 120 residential apartments. To view the application, click HERE.


A Mill Plaza Study Committee, convened by the Town and chaired by Dave Howland, prepared a plan in 2008 for the prospective redevelopment of the site. To view the 2008 plan, click HERE.

 

TOWN RECEIVES NEW WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATE FOR THE LAMPREY RIVER

The Town has been issued a new Water Quality Certificate# 2001-001 from the NH Department of Environmental Services for the Town of Durham withdrawal at Lamprey River. The new document replaces the certificate issued on April 3, 2001. To view the certificate, click HERE.

 

Smith Chapel, located on Mill Pond Road. Courtesy Andrea Bodo

 

SMITH CHAPEL OPEN HOUSE - SUNDAY OCTOBER 5TH, 12:00 - 2:00 PM

The public is invited to an Open House on Sunday, October 5, 2014 from 12:00 - 2:00 PM, at the Smith Chapel. The Open House is sponsored by the Durham Historic District/Heritage Commission, Durham Parks & Recreation, Durham Historical Association, and Three Chimney's Inn.

 

Smith Chapel is located at 45 Mill Pond Rd, parking along Mill Pond Road.

12noon – Rev Michael Bradley,  St. George’s Episcopal Church will be conducting an 1892 PRAYER SERVICE inside the Chapel. This would have been the service Hamilton Smith would have been familiar with. Since there is very limited seating inside the Chapel, the doors will be open and the service will be amplified outdoors.


The service will run about 30-40” so please bring a lawn chair if you would be more comfortable than standing.


Refreshments will be served outside the Chapel by Three Chimneys Inn, funded by the HDC.


The DURHAM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION will have a table with information about the Smith Chapel.  


The Chapel is overseen by the Trustees of the Trust Fund. The latest restoration of the Chapel (which is owned by the Town) was made possible by funding from the Town Council for the magnificent slate roof (done by American Steeple, who also did the Market Square steeple in Portsmouth). The interior restorations in part were made possible with grants acquired by the Historic District Commission. Master craftsmen were hired and overseen by Mike Lynch, Director of Public Works and the late Curly Frick.


SMITH CHAPEL was listed on the National Register in 2013 and is a town treasure.  Many people have never seen the interior so please come out and join us for a lovely event.  The Chapel is available for weddings and other events.

“DRUG TAKE BACK’ PROGRAM AT THE DURHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
The initiative of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has been a national success where the previous events occurring in New Hampshire have taken in an astounding 276 tons of unwanted or expired medications in years past.  So resounding was the success to fill this void that last year Chief Kurz decided to provide the program on a continuous basis to the residents of Durham.  Numerous residents participated by dropping off a significant amount of unwanted or expired prescriptions at the police facility.  Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM, residents can drop off their unused, unwanted, or expired medications at the Durham Police facility on Dover Road for no cost and it’s all anonymous!


Doing so prevents prescription drug abuse as six out of ten teenagers who have taken prescription narcotics state that they get them from their parents or relative’s medicine cabinets.  Additionally, using this service keeps trace drugs out of our lakes, streams and estuaries as wastewater treatment plants cannot remove many of the compounds found in medications; so when flushed or put in a landfill, drugs are discharged into our surface and ground water and consumed by fish and wildlife.  If anyone has any questions about this service, please call the Durham Police during business hours Monday through Friday.

 

BICYCLE ROAD RACES IN DURHAM

Durham is a community that encourages bicycling along its entire roadway system especially many of our rural more scenic areas.  Wherever there is a designed/sanctioned road race, the organization must complete a Special Events form which is then reviewed and signed by each applicable Department Head such as police, the fire department, or public works, etc.  Each department reviews the event from their perspective gleaning issues that must be addressed by the applicant prior to permission being granted.  On several occasions there have been concerns expressed about large amounts of bicyclists traversing along various roadways in Durham.  While the police are aware that there are no special event permits, it appears that various bicycle clubs meet in Durham for breakfast and then head out for a ride through the area.  This activity does not require a permit and is perfectly legal as long as the bicyclist obeys the rules of the roadway.  Of course, vehicle operators have laws that they must adhere to also.  If there is an issue that concerns you, please contact Chief Kurz via dkurz@ci.durham.nh.us or 868-2324.


 

Fourteen volunteers turned out to help with habitat work at the Oyster River Forest last week on September 19th. Courtesy Malin Clyde

 

WORK CREWS AT THE OYSTER RIVER FOREST

It was a beautiful day on September 19th, and there were 14 volunteers from Durham, UNH, and Lee who turned out to help with wildlife habitat restoration work on the Oyster River Forest property.

 

Volunteers emoved invasive plants, mapped monarch butterfly habitat, and removed flagging used with recent mowing work.

 

Fun and learning was had by all! 

 

 

Volunteers at last week's Oyster River Forest workday (Sep 19) enjoyed the discovery of a 'walking stick' (a bug from the order Phasmatodea) during habitat restoration work at the site. Courtesy Ellen Snyder

 

DURHAM BIKE AND SPORTS UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT!

Tim, Jacqui, Parker, and Forrest Spinney are the new owners of this family run business on Jenkins Court. Bikes and Bike Service is the main feature followed by long boards, swimwear/accessories and packs for bike and swim. In October skate sharpening services and hockey accessories will be available. Ski and Snowboard Services  (sharpening and waxing) will begin in December. Visit Durham Bike and Sports on Facebook. (The Sheltie on the shop steps is named Willow). Open everyday except Monday.

 

Durham Bike and Sports is holding Sunday Fun Rides leaving at 8AM and returning at approximately 9:30-10:00 AM. Beginner to Intermediate cyclists and families are welcome. Rides will include 10-15 mile loops starting and ending at Durham Bike and Sports at 12 Jenkins Ct off Main Street in Durham. Sunday Fun Rides are designed for riders who want to get out and enjoy a morning ride with other cyclists. No pressure to go fast. Meet other riders from the Oyster River area and start your day with some fun exercise!

 

The first "Fall Ride" will be held this Sunday, September 21, 8:00 AM. Local coffee available at 7:45

 

MEETINGS: SCHEDULE AND VIDEO ON DEMAND

The following public meetings are scheduled for the coming week  All meetings begin at 7:00 PM and are held in the Council chambers at the Durham Town Hall unless otherwise indicated below. Click on the meetings listed below to view agendas and other information.

 

Historic District/Heritage Commission - Thursday, October 2, 2014.

 

All meetings recorded on DCAT are available on DVD at the Durham Public Library for checkout and viewing.

 

VIDEO ON DEMAND: Meetings can also be viewed via Video on Demand. Interested viewers can access the streaming site from the Town’s website at http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/ by clicking the DCAT on demand logo, or directly at http://dcat.pegcentral.com/.

 

Durham Public Library Board of Trustees meeting schedule, please click HERE.

 

DCAT Programming Schedule, please click HERE.

 

THE LATEST PRODUCTIONS FROM DCAT STUDIOS

Town Conversations with David Williams - Saturday & Sunday @ 9:00 AM & 3:30 PM

Run time: 1:07


David Williams interviewed Durham Police Chief Dave Kurz at the Durham Police Station on Monday, September 8.  Chief Kurz shared his experiences about the unique dimensions of providing police services in Durham, and reflected on many current and future policing issues before our town. This video is also available on the Town's On Demand site.


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Tour the Durham Police Department with Chief David Kurz - Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 PM & 5:00 PM

Run time: 13:00 Minutes


Join DCAT 22 Studios on a brief guided tour through the Durham Police Department. Take a walk through areas of the PD that you hope to only see on TV.  Chief David Kurz gives an informative tour with a little history mixed in.  This video is also available on the Town's On Demand site.

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Studio Two – Beatles Tribute Band - Saturday & Sunday at 7:00 PM

Run Time: 1:45


If you missed the last of the Music by the Bay Summer Concert series, then have no fear, DCAT 22 Studios was there to capture the entire concert for you.  Tune in to DCAT 22 to see Beatles live and in concert.

This video is currently not available on the Towns On Demand site.

 

NEW TOWN HALL PROJECT

 

Progress is marching along steadily at the new Town Hall.  Above, initial paving of the new Town Hall parking lot was completed this week. Courtesy Craig Stevens

 

DURHAM FARMERS' MARKET

Ready to clear out any cookbooks you don’t really use? Did you read any amazing fiction this summer that you think everyone should read? Looking to pick up a new thriller for your fall reading?


The Seacoast Growers Association is hosting it’s first Book/Cookbook Swap, on Monday, Nov 29 at the Durham Farmers’ Market.


Just drop off any books at market that you’d like to pass along to the next interested reader and browse through the collection to pick up something new for yourself in exchange.


Monday's swap is part of a week-long book swap traveling through all of the Seacoast Growers Association's four area Farmers' Markets.

 

 

PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

Durham Parks and Recreation, its Director and Committee, strive to offer a wide range of quality programs, parks, and facilities that encourage all community members to participate in healthy, fun, and enriching activities. Together, they celebrate the essential role public recreation plays in fostering a cohesive and vibrant community.

 

Sadie Gardner and Olivia Lenk enjoy their “Dirt Desserts” they made when visiting the Durham Parks & Recreation table at a recent Farmer’s Market. Courtesy Stefanie Frazee

 

Durham Day 2014 - Join Durham Parks & Recreation this Saturday, September 27th (rain date 28th) for Durham Day 2014!  The event includes a free BBQ lunch, kayak and boat tours of Great Bay, Live music by local favorite Jeannie Daniels Band, oyster shucking demonstrations and sales, nature walk, community garden tour, local historical artifacts display, smoothie bar, poetry readings, CPR station, financial fitness exhibit, information on upcoming nature-based volunteer opportunities, kids activities and demonstrations….  Find out more HERE.

Fall Hours: Please note that some class times and locations have changed for the fall. View our weekly calendar and class descriptions HERE!
Drop in to most of our fitness classes for only $10!

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Save the DateDurham Day – Saturday, Sept. 27th (rain date September 28th).  Click HERE to participate in Durham Day 2014

 

Town Councilor Dianna Carroll puts out the flames using an extinguisher simulator!  Durham Fire Inspector, Tim Wilder, was on site at this week’s Farmer’s Market to teach residents about fire safety and prevention.  Thank you, Tim!  Courtesy Stefanie Frazee

 

COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

AlleyFest Event, sponsored by Main Street Makery & The Candy Bar, Saturday, Sep 27, 2014, 11AM-4PM, to be held in alley between the Candy Bar and Durham House of Pizza. Activities include: A new community mural, live music, ice cream bar, chocolate dipping, henna, face-painting, and crafts. Attendees will be invited to help paint part of the mural.

End 68 Hours of Hunger Program, presented by the Seacoast Memorial Lecture Series (an affiliate of the Active Retirement Association), Saturday, Sep 27, 2014, 1:30 PM, Durham Evangelical Church. Free and open to the public. More information, visit  http://www.unh.edu/ara/ or contact Carol Caldwell, 603-343-1004

UNH Ocean Discovery Day, Saturday, Oct 4, 10AM - 3PM at the Chase Ocean Engineering Laboratory on UNH Campus and the Judd Gregg Marine Research Complex, New Castle. Free event open to the public. Day full of hands-on activities and learning opportunities related to marine science and ocean engineering. For more information, click HERE.

Mass in Blue by Will Todd, English composer and jazz pianist, Saturday, Oct 4, 2014, 7:00 PM, The Portsmouth Music Hall. Produced by The Community Church of Durham, United Church of Christ. Choral direction by David Ervin, band direction by Marc LaForce. Tickets: $15, can be purchased HERE.

Mindfulness Parenting, Sunday, Oct 5, 2014, 11:15 AM, Community Church of Durham, UCC.  Interested in gathering with other parents to discuss how to be mindful, peace-filled and faith-centered as we raise children in these times?  Register in advance and let us know if you will need childcare. All are welcome! More information, contact Paula Norbert, 603-868-1230, or cedirector@ccdurham.org.

Self Defense Classes at Wildcat Fitness, Mill Road shopping plaza, Monday & Wednesdays, Oct 6-Nov 19, 2014 (14 classes), 7PM. Cost: $129 ($149 non-members). Open to the public. Don't be a victim, learn life skills from skilled instructors. More information, call 603-397-3200 or visit website  HERE.  HERE.

UNH Celebrity Series Presents Gallery Voices, Sunday, Oct 19, 2014, 7PM, Paul Creative Arts Center’s Johnson Theatre. Prices: $30 General,, $10 UNH Student with ID and Youth under 18. Tickets can be purchased on line or by calling 603-862-7222(PCAC).  Hours are Mon-Fri, 10AM-5PM, as well as one hour before each event.

Echo Thrift Shop will be featuring "Stuff a Bag for $5.00" the last Friday of the fall and winter months. Stuff a grocery sized bag with clothes and shoes for $5.00. Also, in the month of October, all black and orange item are 50% off!
Lamprey River Advisory Committee Fall 2014 Newsletter. The LRAC Fall 2014 newsletter is available for viewing HERE.

Growing Places Camp TimberNook Programming - Full Day Musical Fall Camp on Friday, October 3rd - (Oyster River schools are closed).  Children at this camp will design unique pumpkins using unusual items, hang bells high up in the trees, and create a collaborative music wall out in the woods. They will also enjoy playing group games, cooking popcorn and warmed apple cider over an open fire, and of course enjoy hours of play with peers in the woods.  Registration accepted online at www.timbernook.com/register.                                                                                                                       

 

Scott Noyes training for parents and educators on "Understanding the Words we Use with Children" on Tuesday, Nov. 4th  from 6:15-8:15 at Moharimet Elementary School.  Class Description:  By evaluating the phrases children are being told daily, parents and care providers understand the impact of their words. This workshop looks at ten common expressions adults use with kids. Discovering language flaws and finding ways to better express ourselves supports healthy relationships with children. Avoiding the pitfalls in communicating with children is the primary focus of this exciting session. Cost: $10/person.  Call Wendy at 603.868.1335 to register. Limited Space Available.

Family Fall Fun Day at Coppal House Farm Corn Maze on Oct. 26 from 3-5 pm. Durham residents are invited to spend a beautiful afternoon at The Coppal House Farm in Lee making their way through the tandem corn maze (a bobcat and mouse design), enjoying children’s activities, sipping warm cider, and saying hello to all of the farm animals! For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the Growing Places website by clicking HERE.

 

DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

September is Library Card Sign-up Month and Durham Public Library recently announced it has had 1,116 new patrons register for cards since it celebrated its grand opening a year ago. The new building includes space for teens and young readers, a conference room, a café and more. Pictured: Durham Public Library Director Tom Madden, Sen. Martha Fuller Clark, State Librarian Michael York, State Youth Services Consultant Ann Hoey.

 

Dining With Dinosaurs & Dragons!  Family Storytime, Sat., Sept. 27th at 10:30 a.m. – Follow the dinosaur footprints into the storytime room for stories, movement, and a craft.  ROAR!!  Next Week:  Sat. Oct. 4th:  “Let’s Go to the Circus!”
Crafternoons, Sat., Sept. 27th 1:00-4:00 p.m. – Join us in the storytime room for a fun craft.
IN THE GALLERY... Art exhibit inspired by the poetry of Robert Frost - View over 20 paintings in the lobby display case and the upstairs gallery. Artists are Ingeborg V. Seaboyer, Judy Krassowski and Corinne Dodge. Images in pen and ink, watercolor, acrylics and oils are accompanied by a selected verse that inspired each individual work.  Mark your calendar, Oct. 6th, Artists Presentation 7-8 p.m.
Game Afternoon: ages 10 & up, Mon., Sept. 29th at 2:45 p.m. -   This week’s game is:  "Pit".
Storytimes: Tues. Sept. 30th and Thurs. Oct. 2nd at 10:30 a.m.  This week:  Superheroes!  Join us for stories, fingerplays, feltboard and a craft.  All are welcome.
Pajama Storytime starts monthly, Tues., Sept. 30th 6:30 p.m. - Monkeys!  Join the Durham Library and ORPP (Oyster River Parents and Pre-schoolers) for PJ Storytime.  Come wearing your pajamas.  We read stories, do fingerplays, feltboard and a craft.  Snack provided by ORPP.  All are welcome.
Durham Garden Club:  Butterflies of New England, Tues. Sept. 30th 5:00 – 8:30 p.m. -We'll begin the new program year at 5:30 PM with a potluck supper.  Following our meal, Michelle Mensinger, 2013-14 president of the NH Federation of Garden Clubs, will talk about the butterflies of New England and the kinds of plants and landscape features that will attract them to your garden. Contact: Mary Caulfield   603-868-2220   john_mary92@msn.com
Reading from Argentina’s Angel, Weds. Oct. 1st at 6:00-7:30 p.m. - Ed Larkin (UNH) and Thomas Ahrens (Berea College) will read from their translation of Erich Hackl's non-fiction account Als ob ein Engel (2007), the story of Gisela Tenenbaum's resistance to the state terrorism in Argentina's Dirty War in the 1970s. Contact: Ed Larkin   868-5493   etlarkin@aol.com

Lego Club 1st-4th grade, Thurs., Oct. 2nd at 3:45 p.m.  This week:  Pets!
AUTHOR TOBY BALL: Mark your calendar Oct. 7th @ 6:30 p.m.     Meet local author Toby Ball as he talks about his newest thriller “Invisible Streets”!  

Homeschoolers Activity Hour, Fri., Oct. 3rd at 10:30 a.m.  This week: Build-It!
Alzheimer’s Café, Fri. Oct. 3rd 10:30-12:00 p.m. – We welcome dementia patients still residing in their own homes, to come with their caregivers for support and respite with others.  This program is free and open to the public.  Held in the Durham Public Library Café.
Young Adult Writing Group: ages 10 & up starts Mon., Oct. 6th at 6:30 p.m.

Legal Seminar, Tues. Oct. 7th 1:00-3:00 p.m. - Attorney Beasley and his colleague, Financial Planner Gregory Gagne will offer top financial planning tips. You've worked hard to build for your future. Trust this information will protect it. Registration by contacting Karen Lovett 603-225-5010  karen@beasleyferber.com. http://www.beasleyferber.com/seminars.html
Oyster River Knitters, Tues. Oct. 7th 7:00-9:00 p.m. - All levels of knitters and crocheters are welcome for a couple of hours of knitting and chatting!  Contact Heather Anderson (hca@iconklin.com) with any questions.
Acoustic Open Mic Night, Weds. Oct. 8th 6:30-8:00 p.m. – Come and share your talent at the Durham Library.  All are welcome to perform.
Movie:  Goldfinger 007,  PAGE TO SCREEN - MOVIES BASED ON BOOKS: Thurs. Oct. 9th at 6:00 p.m.:  Running time 1 Hr. 50 Mins. http://www.007.com Book:    “Carte Blanche 007”  by Jeffery Deaver.  Movie shown in the Oyster River Room, refreshments served.  Part of the Adult Program Series     Audience: Adults.  Contact: Armida Geiger   603-868-6699   ageiger@ci.durham.nh.us
Book Groups – Pick up your books at the library

Raccoon Readers:  2nd-4th grade, monthly book group starts Tues., Oct. 7th at 6:00 p.m.  This month’s book is “We the Children” (Keepers of the School Series) by Andrew Clements.
Bookeaters:  monthly Middle School book group starts Weds., Oct. 15th at 2:45 p.m.  This month’s book is “Gregor the Overlander” by Suzanne Collins.
Libros Lovers:  monthly High School book group starts Weds,. Oct. 22nd at 2:45 p.m.  This month’s book is “If I Stay” by Gayle Forman.

Sign-ups have started!
Patch Club:  reading incentive program for ages 2-12 years.  Sign-up at the Children’s Desk!
Tales for Tails:  Read to a trained therapy dog K-4th grade - sign-ups have begun.
Seacoast Reads:  UNH Reading help for children in grades 1st-3rd (or beginning to read).  Sign-ups have begun at the Children’s Desk.
Join the Durham Public Library Birthday Book Club.  Celebrate a child’s birthday in a unique way with a gift of a book to the library.  Talk to the Children’s Librarian at the children’s desk for more details.


 

Visit the DPL website www.durhampubliclibrary.org for more information.

 

WEEKLY ARREST REPORT

*Academic year commences the third week of August through graduation at UNH in May.

 

FROM "HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A BRIEF HISTORY OF DURHAM, NH, 1600 - 1976 written by Philip A. Wilcox and members of the Durham Historic Association
1825-1894 - Mary P. Thompson was daughter of Ebenezer and Jane Demeritt. Educated in Durham and Derry Academies and Mount Holyoke College, she was teacher, author and traveler. Her Landmarks in Ancient Dover is a valuable resource volume for historians.

 

Please have a nice weekend.  If you have a chance, stop down to Durham Day at Wagon Hill Farm.  It is always a nice event for the entire community.

 

Todd

 

Todd I. Selig, Administrator

Town of Durham, NH

T:  603-868-5571    F:  603-868-5572

tselig@ci.durham.nh.us    http://www.ci.durham.nh.us

 

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