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Friday, December 19, 2014
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Durham resident and Mrs. New Hampshire Tanya Knightly lights Durham's holiday tree on Saturday night. Courtesy Todd Selig
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"FRIDAY UPDATES" PUBLICATION
There will be no publication of "Friday Updates" on Friday, December 26, 2014 or Friday, January 2, 2015. The first publication of the updates in 2015 will be Friday, January 9, 2015.
A reminder that if you find the weekly "Friday Updates" useful, be sure to share it with others who may also find it of interest. Residents can sign up for the weekly publication on the Town's web site home page at www.ci.durham.nh.us.
At present, over 3,000 active subscribers receive the "Friday Updates" each week.
The publication also doubles as an emergency broadcasting network for the greater Durham community.
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TOWN OFFICES SCHEDULE DURING CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR HOLIDAYS
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HOLIDAY REFUSE & RECYCLING COLLECTION SCHEDULE
Refuse and Recycling Schedule During Christmas:
Normal collection on Wednesday, Dec 24th.
NO COLLECTION on Thursday, Dec 25th, pushed ahead one day (i.e., Thu. route will be picked up on Fri.) All items out by 7AM as always. No commercial collection on Friday the 26th.
NO COLLECTION OF REFUSE AND RECYCLING on Thursday., January 1st, pushed ahead to Friday. No commercial collection on Friday, January 2nd.
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WHEN BRINGING CARDBOARD BOXES TO THE TRANSFER STATION...
Please remove all packaging inside, Styrofoam, plastics, packing peanuts, formed foam, etc. Transfer Station employees have been spending an extensive amount of extra time taking packaging out of cardboard so they can prepare the cardboard for recycling. Anything inside the box needs to be removed, most likely it’s not recyclable and cannot be intermingled with our cardboard. This will be especially important to remember with all the gifting happening this season. Please be proactive to save time and money!
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VACATIONS IN THE TOWN ADMINISTRATOR'S OFFICE
Due to vacation schedules, the Administrator's Office will be closed the week of December 29, 2014 through January 2, 2015. Business Manager Gail Jablonski will serve as Acting Administrator during that time.
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UNH OUTDOOR POOL PROJECT UPDATE: Construction Begins on new $5 Million Facility
UNH has begun the process of bringing in tons of sand to compact portions of the outdoor pool area in preparation for construction of a new circa $5 million facility that will commence in earnest in the spring.
Other work that has taken place includes salvaging stones from a portion of the former pool bottom for reuse in the new pool design and removing most of the existing pool walls.
This site preparation work is a necessary first step in replacing the existing pool in time for reopening June 2016.
As noted in the past, UNH is covering the full project cost, as well as ongoing operational costs for the new facility.
To view images of the most current pool design concept on the UNH Campus Recreation web site, click HERE.
There was an article in Seacoast Online today about the UNH Outdoor Pool revised design which appears to be a little over 14,000 sq. ft. UNH has committed to construct a 14,000 - 16,000 sq. ft. pool for use by the Durham community. Design work is still ongoing. To view the article, click HERE.
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PSNH PROVIDED UPDATE ON DURHAM’S ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE THIS PAST MONDAY EVENING
At the Town’s request, a delegation from PSNH attended Monday’s Council meeting and provided an update regarding the company’s efforts here in Durham to enhance resiliency within the PSNH infrastructure.
The tree trimming the company has undertaken over the last two or three years along Madbury Road, Durham Point Road, Bay Road, etc. has made a difference for our residents during large storm events. Fewer neighborhoods lost power over the Thanksgiving snowstorm than in the past, and even those areas that experienced power loss did not suffer from severely damaged infrastructure making restoration efforts move along much more quickly when power crews finally arrived in Durham.
This coming year’s (2015) scheduled trimming work within the Faculty Neighborhood area should make a significant impact there as well.
PSNH is also moving forward with the installation of new technology in Durham along Madbury Road and Rt. 108. This technology will enable PSNH to more accurately ascertain the nature of Durham outages remotely thereby speeding up the restoration process. It will also allow the utility to reroute power in certain instances to reestablish power connections if a line comes down. At this time, Durham is the PSNH pilot site in the Seacoast for this new technology.
As we say, all good things start with Durham!
To view the PSNH presentation on Durham On Demand, click HERE.
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Former Town Hall building at 15 Newmarket Road. Courtesy Todd Selig
RFP FOR ADAPTIVE REUSE OF FORMER TOWN OFFICE SITE HAS RECEIVED INTEREST TO DATE
The RFP for the adaptive reuse of the former Town Office site at 15 Newmarket Road has received some interest from within the development community. To date, two local businesses have taken a look at the facility, including internal inspections with their contractors. If you know of someone who may have an interest in the site and who may be a good fit for Durham, please refer them to the RFP on the Town’s web site at www.ci.durham.nh.us.
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ELECTED OFFICES FILING PERIOD FOR MARCH 10, 2015 TOWN ELECTION
The filing period for Town offices for the March Town Election is Wednesday, January 21, 2015 through 5:00 PM Friday, January 20, 2015.
Citizens who might choose to become involved in Durham Town government may file for one of the positions below at the Town Clerk-Tax Collector's Office during the filing period noted above.
Town Council, 3 positions (3-year terms)
Library Board of Trustees, 2 positions (3-year terms)
Moderator, 1 position (2-year term)
Trustees of the Trust Funds, 1 position (3-year term)
Trustees of the Trust Funds, 1 position (2-year term)
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UNH FOOTBALL EYES ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY FOR NCAA SEMIFINAL MATCHUP ON SATURDAY, 12/20 @ 2 PM IN COWELL STADIUM (AKA THE DUNGEON)
The UNH Wildcats Football Team will take on Illinois State University on Saturday at 2 PM in Cowell Stadium. This will be the NCAA Semifinal game.
All football game day parking for the game will be in Lot A for the second straight week.
The first section of Lot A will be reserved for football Priority Lot and Boulder Priority Lot pass holders and handicapped parking. The remainder of Lot A will be open for general football parking.
Tickets are still available if Durham residents are interested in attending by calling 1-800-745-3000 or clicking HERE.
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IT’S A BIRD, NO A PLANE, NO A … SNAKE?
We received a nice query this week from resident Jan Sanborn concerning the green, snake-like tubes running along either side of Route 108 between Durham and Newmarket.
“If it's mere holiday decoration then let's add some red snakes...and maybe a few sparkling stars. If it's creatures that lost their homes in the potholes on 108 that were paved over in the fall, let's dig some new holes for them. If it's just for color then it ought to be blue to honor our collegiate residents...green is rather Dartmouthy...not good.”
The answer is that this lime green tubing is called a “silt sock,” an erosion control measure intended to protect wetland areas during construction along Route 108 between Durham and Newmarket as part of the Route 108 widening/bike lane project, which will commence in the spring. Between now and then, there may be some shoulder work, relocation of telephone poles, etc. undertaken along the corridor.
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DURHAM FIRE DEPARTMENT ADVISES RESIDENTS REGARDING SMOKE ALARM RECALL
The Durham Fire Department has become aware of a smoke alarm defect that has affected several households to date in Durham. The defect affects three Kidde smoke alarm models (two combination smoke/CO alarms and one smoke alarm) manufactured since December 2013. This defect can cause the alarms to sound when power is restored after an outage. A recall has been issued and Kidde is replacing the alarms at no cost. If you have installed new Kidde smoke or smoke/CO alarms within the past year please click HERE to determine if your alarms are affected
These alarms otherwise function normally and should be left in place until replacement units are received. If you have any questions or need assistance in silencing your alarms after a power outage, please contact the Durham Fire Department at 868-5531.
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The Candy Bar, located on Main Street. Courtesy Todd Selig
THE CANDY BAR UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP: The Guerrettes are officially now the “Sweetest” Family in Durham
Durham residents Chris and Donna Guerrette have purchased The Candy Bar. Karen Larson developed the store and has been operating it on Main Street next to The Outback for the last 2+ years. An open house was held with the new owners today from 4 – 6 PM.
Welcome Donna and Chris to the downtown Durham family!
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ANNUAL UNH HOLIDAY CARD
UNH President Mark Huddleston has sent out an e-card this year wishing everyone a happy holiday season. To view the card, which touches upon many accomplishments seen at the University this past year, click HERE.
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UNH STUDENT CLASS PROJECT ON … “DEVELOPING DURHAM”
Over the course of the fall semester at UNH, a course has focused its efforts on creating an on-line storybook about the changing face of Durham. The students focused on many nuances of the community including history, photographs, interviews, and the ever-changing landscape of our amazing town. To view the presentation, click HERE.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE ALTERNATE MEMBER NEEDED
If you are a Durham resident and are interested in getting involved with a great group of volunteers to help make the most of the resources in town for Parks & Recreation purposes, consider volunteering for an alternate position on the Durham Parks & Recreation Committee.
For more information, contact P&R Director Stefanie Frazee at sfrazee@ci.durham.nh.us or call Stefanie at 817-4074.
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Revised landscape buffer sketch plan for Peak project
RESTORING ADEQUATE BUFFERS AT THE PEAK LODGES PROJECT – Viewscapes along Mast Road and across the Moore Fields
The Planning Board last month asked Planner Michael Behrendt, Conservation Commission member John Parry, Public Works Director Mike Lynch, Resident Beth Olshansky, and Administrator Todd Selig to work with representatives from Peak to develop a landscaping remediation plan to address significant differences between what the developer and the Planning Board discussed during the approval project process versus what was actually accomplished as part of the development.
The parties have held a series of meetings and site walks to develop such a remediation plan. At this time the draft plan, pictured above, would plant approximately seventy (70) new trees along the boundaries of the development intended immediately and increasingly so over time to provide enhanced buffers for the project. As part of the discussions, Peak withdrew its CUP application for an additional 54 beds and will resubmit an application for additional beds, as well as site plan changes involving parking (spaces are proposed to be removed to make room for new plantings within the development) and landscaping.
What will follow will be a conversation with the Planning Board concerning how many additional beds Peak reasonably needs to offset the additional cost of landscaping called for in the remediation plan.
To facilitate the process, Administrator Selig has asked Town Councilors Carden Welsh and Robin Mower, and former Town Councilor Jim Lawson, to work with him to vet Peak’s numbers and to develop a consensus position based on available data with which to provide a formal recommendation to the Planning Board from the Administrator’s Office.
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An Unusual Perspective: Deputy Chief for Fire Prevention John Power¹s photo from atop the Henderson project looking down at Libby's along Main Street.
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PROPERTY TAX PAYMENTS DUE - MONDAY, DECEMBER 22nd
Property Tax payments are due next Monday, December 22, 2014. Payment may be made by cash, check or debit/credit card, however; a fee of 2.75% will be charged by the debit/credit card if you choose to use it.
Payments can be made in person or by mail to our office @ 8 Newmarket Road, Durham, NH 03824 or use the return envelope included with your bill to our lock box off site.
If residents find that they are having difficulty paying the entire bill, it is to their advantage to pay as much as they can by the due date and make payments on the balance as soon as they are able. Interest will only be charged on the remaining balance. Please feel free to call the Town Clerk-Tax Collector's Office with any questions, 868-5577.
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PUBLIC HEARING ON DRAFT MOU BETWEEN DURHAM AND UNH REGARDING THE PROPOSED 66 MAIN STREET (ET AL) REDEVELOPMENT - MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2015
Since the spring of this year, Administrator Selig, Councilor Carden Welsh, former Councilor Jim Lawson, EDC Chair Ute Luxem, Planner Michael Behrendt, and most recently Director of Economic Development Mary Ellen Humphrey, have been meeting with representatives from the University of New Hampshire to discuss and develop a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) relative to the 66 Main Street redevelopment project, et al. The “et al” refers to the fact that the Development transcends 66 Main Street (the former ATO site) and includes: the Town-owned North and South Parking Lots on either side of Pettee Brook Lane immediately behind 66 Main Street, Hetzel and Alexander Halls, C-Lot, Barnes and Noble, and 66 Main Street properties. Whether or not the redevelopment will ultimately involves all parcels remains to be seen and will depend upon proposals received in the early part of 2015 from the private development community.
The MOU outlines the expectations, contributions, terms and conditions between Durham and UNH with respect to the potential development of the aforementioned area of downtown, as well as each party’s potential contributions and requirements and limitations with respect to the Development.
The latest draft of the Memorandum of Understanding as of December 11, 2014 can be found on the Town’s home page at www.ci.durham.nh.us, under "What's New."
To view a detailed discussion regarding the draft MOU at Monday's Town Council meeting, visit DCAT On Demand by clicking HERE.
A public hearing has been scheduled for the Town Council meeting on Monday, January 12, 2015 to receive input from interested members of the community relative to this proposed project.
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FREE PARKING IN DOWNTOWN DURHAM OVER HOLIDAY SEASON
In coordination with the Durham Business Association, the parking kiosks in the immediate downtown business area will allow free parking to encourage residents and others to shop the downtown during the holidays. The screen on the applicable kiosks will inform parkers of the free parking and will not accept any payment. The grace period that allows for free parking for shoppers will commence Monday December 15th and run through Friday January 2nd. Note that the parking along all of the shops on Main Street and in the Sammy’s Lot always has 1 hour free parking (and a second hour free for residents with a valid Durham sticker) after obtaining a receipt from the parking kiosks.
Please contact the Durham Police Department, 868-2324, with questions.
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DURHAM BUSINESS ASSOCIATION - 2014 ANNUAL ORNAMENT
Ornaments come beautifully gift boxed for $20 each, and can be purchased at the following locations: Durham Marketplace, Durham Town Hall (Town Clerk-Tax Collector Office), Emery Farm, Federal Savings Bank, Hayden Sports, People’s United Bank, Town & Campus.
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HUNTING IN DURHAM
There have been a limited number of occasions where hikers may encounter persons hunting in Durham. While the Durham Police have indicated this is a rarely reported event, it does occur on occasion, especially during deer season which has now ended! However, there is duck season where hikers may encounter hunters along the Wagon Hill walking trails when the Coastal Zone waterfowl season reopened on November 19th and runs through January 5th of 2015. Several people have inquired, after seeing duck hunters in boats off the shoreline of Wagon Hill, whether this is a legal activity. Under New Hampshire hunting regulations it is lawful as the “coastal hunting zone” includes the Great Bay as well as the various inlets including the Oyster River.
The only reference to hunting in Durham’s Town Ordinance is found in Article II section 63 entitled “Shooting” which states that “Shooting of any kind is prohibited at any time on town property, including the town dump and the town gravel pit.” The ordinance goes on to define shooting as, “The ejection, propelling or driving forth of any object, such as but not limited to a bullet or arrow, by any force whatsoever, including but not limited to a sudden release of tension, as in a bowstring, or an explosion or expanding gases, as in a rifle or other firearm, or by any other means.”
If residents walking or hiking encounter hunters, it certainly is advisable to inform them of your presence and proximity. As always, if anyone is concerned about the activity they see and desire clarification, the Durham Police can be contacted at 868-2324 or via 911.
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MCGREGOR MEMORIAL EMS FUND DRIVE
McGregor Memorial EMS is launching its annual fund drive. McGregor EMS has been providing ambulance service for the communities of Durham, Lee, Madbury, and the University of New Hampshire for over 45 years. For more information regarding the fund drive, contact Bill Cote, Executive, 603-862-3674, bcote@mcgregorems.org. For more information about McGregor EMS, visit http://www.mcgregorems.org./
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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.
THERE ARE NO PUBLIC MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR THE WEEKS OF DECEMBER 22-26, 2014 AND DECEMBER 29-JANUARY 2, 2015.
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.
DCAT Programming Schedule.
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DCAT CABLE CHANNEL 22
UNH Graduate Students Presentation Evaluating the Durham Police Department’s Alcohol Enforcement Initiative
Run time: 2:00
DCAT 22 Run Times: TBD
The above videos are also available on the Town’s On Demand site.
DCAT is Live Streaming
Please join DCAT for any of our regularly scheduled meetings live-streamed directly to the device of your choice . It’s easy, all you have to do is go to: live-stream.com and follow the prompts to set up your live stream account. You’ll receive email updates as to when the meeting will be held and the start time. All you have to do is click and watch. Live-stream works on any PC (just remember to update your Adobe Flash player), Apple or Android device. Please contact dcat@ci.durham.nh.us with any questions.
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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.
Community members enjoy the sounds of Alabaster Blue during the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration. (Kappa Sigma Fraternity). Courtesy Stefanie Frazee
Tree Lighting Celebration a Success!
Durham Parks & Recreation hosted the Annual Tree Lighting Celebration this past Saturday evening on Main Street. Members of the community enjoyed a bonfire, crafts, activities, hot chocolate, raffle, live music, and a special meet and greet with Santa. Tonya Knightly, Mrs. New Hampshire America and Durham resident, led the countdown to this year’s lighting of the Town tree. A special “thank you” to the following groups and businesses who collaborated with Durham Parks & Recreation to make the event a great success: Kappa Sigma Fraternity *
Red Carpet Flower Shop * Durham House of Pizza * Denise Sassman, The Masiello Group * Town and Campus * The Works * Minos * Hayden Sports * Solsistar * UNH Athletics * The Candy Bar * Durham Professional Fire Fighters Local # 2253 * Moe’s * Oyster River Parents of Preschoolers * Oyster River High School Athletics * Alabaster Blue
Coyote Club Next Session – January 5th - Registration Deadline: December 30th (additional $10 fee after deadline). Find out more HERE.
Yoga for Active Adults (55+) Next Session – January 5th. Find out more HERE
For the latest information about programs and events, find us on FACEBOOK
View weekly calendar and class descriptions HERE. Drop in to most of our fitness classes for only $10!
Churchill Rink - View the daily schedule, look up programs, and find out more by visiting http://www.churchillrink.org/.
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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Holiday Kick-Off Party at Main Street Makery & The Candy Bar, Friday, Dec 19, 2014, 4PM. Free hot cocoa at The Candy Bar after 3PM. Free craft at Main Street Makery. Free storytelling by local author Shawn Middleton (signed books and CDs available for purchase). Storytelling begins at 4PM at Main Street Makery. Echo Thrift Shop "Stuff A Bag" Sale, today, Friday, Dec 19th. Stuff a grocery bag with shoes, clothes, and holiday decorations and pay only $5.00.
Durham Evangelical Church Christmas Eve Service, Wednesday, Dec 25, 2014, Wagon Hill, 5:00 PM. More information, visit http://www.durhame.org/christmas-on-the-hill/
Boy Scout Troop 154 Annual Christmas Tree Sale, every Saturday & Sunday now until Christmas, 9AM - 4PM, Mill Road Plaza. This is the Troop's only fund-raising event and funds its entire year of activities. Visit http://www.durham154.mytroop.us/ or contact Tom Richardson, 603-799-7610 for more information.
Great Bay Figure Skating Club Open Skate, Saturday, Jan 3, 2015, 10:30AM - 12:00PM, Dover Ice Arena. Suggested donation: $6/family or $5/person. Skate rentals available. Proceeds support Skating Club's programs and skaters.
Oyster River Cooperative School District Sustainability Committee Presents "Fed Up", a documentary movie by Stephanie Soechtig. By executive producers Katie Couric & Laurie David, Thursday, Jan 8, 2015, 6:30PM, ORHS Auditorium. Free and open to the public. Childcare available. Registration requested. Email cdolcino@orcsd.org, 603-742-2900. More information, visit fedupmovie.com.
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Join the DPL for the Family Movie "Elf" this Saturday, December 20th at 2PM
DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
Family Storytime, Sat. Dec. 20th at 10:30 a.m. This week: Time to Get Clean! Join us for stories, songs fingerplays, feltboard and a craft! Family Storytime Begins again on Sat. Jan.10th and it will be about “Penguins”!
Family Movie, Sat. Dec. 20th at 2:00 p.m. This month: Elf! Join us in the community room for this month’s fun movie. Popcorn is served.
Affordable Health Care Sign Up Help Wednesday January 7 and Saturday January 10, 2015 a facilitator will be at the library to help anyone wishing to sign up. Please call 868-6699 or stop at the front desk to reserve a time slot. The sign up help is also available February 11 & 12, 2015. Appointments are 45 min long. ACA is available to people 65 years and younger. If you need help signing up for the Medicare plan, please contact ServiceLink at 1-866-634-9412 or www.servicelink.org.
Game Afternoon: ages 10 & up, Mon., Dec. 22nd at 2:45 p.m. - This week’s game is: "Pictionary”.
Trudy Higgins Brown from OCG, Obsessive Compulsive Gingerbread, Weds. Jan. 14th 6:30 p.m. – Mark your calendar for the January FOOD EVENT.
Make-It-Take-It Craft in the Storytime room during School vacation week, Tues. Dec. 23rd – Weds. Dec. 31st. – Join us for a fun, drop-in craft in the storytime room.
The Library will be closed at 6:00 p.m. on Monday Dec. 22nd and 3:00 p.m. on Weds. Dec. 24th and re-open on Mon. Dec. 29th at 2:30 p.m. for the Holidays. Happy Holidays! We will then close at 5:00 p.m. on Weds. Jan. 31st and re-open on Fri. Jan 2nd at 10:00 a.m. Happy New Year!
Book Donation Week, Dec. 29th through Jan. 3rd – Donate your gently used books.
Alzheimer’s Café, Fri. Jan. 2nd, 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.
YA Writing Group (ages 10 & up) Mon. Jan. 5th 6:30-7:30PM - This session we welcome local author Betsy Arnold, author of "Tapestry: Strands of Yellow and Blue" and her latest book, "Tapestry: Entwined by the Beast" to explore writing together. Be sure to attend this special session!
Raccoon Readers 2nd-4th grade monthly book group, Tues. Jan. 6th 6:00-7:00 p.m. – This month's book is "The Fast and the Furriest" by Andy Behrens. We talk about books, do puzzles, play some games and make a craft.
Basic Word Processing Class Thurs. Jan. 8th 1:30-3:00PM - This class will teach basic skills using Microsoft Word, with participants bringing their own devices to use in class. Topics covered will include copying and pasting, moving text and editing, inserting photos and clip art, and using templates. Questions contact: Nancy Miner 868-6699 Please call to register 603-868-6699 or email the library durhampl@gmail.com.
Oyster River High School Poetry Out Loud Competition! National Recitation Contest Tues. Jan. 13th 6:30PM. - All are invited to attend. Snow date is Thurs. Jan. 15th 6:30PM
New for 3rd-5th graders! A knitting club starting Weds. Jan.14th from 4-5 p.m. Come and learn to knit for 6 weeks. Space is limited. Sign-up at the Children’s desk.
Oyster River Knitters, Tues. Jan. 6th, 7:00-9:00 p.m. – Like to Knit? Contact Amanda Anderson at tintin59@hotmail.com
McGregor Memorial EMS First Aid Course, Tues. Jan. 13th 6-8PM - Visit cprsafe.org for information and to register. Fee is $20.00
Storytimes begin again on Tues. Jan. 6th and Thurs. Jan. 8th at 10:30 a.m. They will be about “Pigs”! We read stories, do fingerplays, feltboard and a craft.
Crafternoon – Begins again on Sat. Jan. 10th, from 12:00-4:00 p.m. – Join us in the storytime for a fun craft!
Lego Club begins again on Thurs. Jan. 22nd at 3:45 p.m. and the theme will be “Snowmen and Winter”!
Homeschooler’s Activity Hour begins again on Fri., Jan. 16th at 10:30 a.m. and we will talk about “Birds and Animal Tracks”!
In The Gallery...Neville Caulfield Photography Exhibit. Exhibit will continue to be on display for your viewing pleasure! Great photos from Caulfield, a Junior at ORHS.
Seacoast Reads for 1st-3rd Graders sign-ups for the second semester will begin on Jan. 2nd. UNH tutors from Seacoast Reads will work with your child once a week after school starting in Feb.-May. Space is limited. Sign-up at the Children’s Desk after Jan. 1st.
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-up at the Children’s Desk now for a 4 week session starting the week of Jan 26th. We have a new dog, Ozzie! This is a great way for your child to gain confidence in reading!
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.
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Santa Moose taking a much needed rest during exam week. Courtesy Peter Marple
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WEEKLY ARREST REPORT
*Academic year commences the third week of August through graduation at UNH in May.
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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
1911 - The railroad tracks were moved west to eliminate a curve. The station at Lynn, Massachusetts was dismantled and reconstructed here, werving the town and campus until 1964. Bamboo poles, used to convey messages to the passing train engineers are still in existence.
1911 - An epidemic of typhoid fever struck. Beginning at a fraternity house near the Town Hall, 12 of the brothers were hospitalized and the Rev. Telesphore Taisne died. A shallow well proved contaminated by surface water from outside toilets, in particular from the Perley house.
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