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Oyster River at Old Landing during mid-summer at high tide
Courtesy Jean McPeak
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The Durham Town Council will hold only one meeting in August, which will be on Monday, August 15, 2022.
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Planning Board is meeting this coming Wednesday. The board may take final action on the application for Tideline Public House, an updated plan for the mixed-use building at 74 Main Street (next to Aroma Joe’s) will be presented, and deliberations continue about the proposed parking lot at 19 Main Street. Note that the public hearing for 19 Main Street will be reopened on August 10 (postponed from July 27).a. View agenda HERE.
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BUDGET AND CIP DEVELOPMENT PROCESS UNDER WAY FOR FY 2023 – Departments working to development budget requests amidst significant inflationary environment
Durham’s department heads, as well as the Town’s various boards, committees, and commissions (as well as external organizations to which the Town makes payments for services such dispatch, ambulance, social service agencies, etc.) have begun (or will shortly begin the process of preparing their proposed budgets and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests for FY 2023 for consideration by Business Manager Gail Jablonski and Administrator Todd Selig as part of the annual budget development process.
Mrs. Jablonski and Mr. Selig have been discussing how best to prepare the 2023 Budget and CIP requests for the Town Council. Since wages and benefits are fixed by contracts and some benefit rate increases are unknown at this time Jablonski and Selig would like departments to put those budget lines aside for now and concentrate on the other lines of the budget and present to them department proposal for what department heads feel is minimally necessary for 2023. Jablonski and Selig would then like departments to take their proposed amount, subtract what their 2022 budget was and figure out how much their budget is increasing.
Once departments have the number of the increase, they will provide Jablonski and Selig a breakdown of where cuts can be made to bring in a 0% budget (excluding wages and benefits). It is understand that the budgets are tight and it will be difficult to bring in cuts anywhere considering how flat the Durham organization is structured but the work needs to be done so we can demonstrate to the Council the impact and any reductions in services that may occur.
For example if a 2022 Budget (less wages and benefits) was $500,000 and a department is proposing $560, 000 for 2023 Jablonski and Selig will need a breakdown of areas that can be reduced by $60,000. Yes we realize it may mean getting so petty that you are reducing some lines by only $100 or $1,000 but it is must be done and if departments don’t do it – Ms. Jablonski and Mr. Selig will do it and and departments may not like those cuts. And yes, it is realized that electricity and heating fuel and other areas are increasing significantly over 2022 and we have no control over them but our direction from the Council is to keep the tax rate the same regardless of rising costs in areas Durham can’t control.
Budget proposals from departments are due to the Business Office by Wednesday, August 17th
Beginning in September Mrs. Jablonski and Mr. Selig will begin to meet with each of the Town’s department heads and members of their department to better understand budget requests, as well as departmental CIP requests. Members of the Town Council will also be invited to each of these meetings if they have an interest in doing so.
One of the Town’s Council’s approved goals for FY 2022-2023 states: “Task the Administrator with meeting the following: 1) Holding the municipal tax rate at the 2022 level or less. 2) Continue to make an effort to control spending, enhance revenues, broaden the tax base, and explore innovative ways to stabilize or reduce the municipal tax rate.” And “Work to secure available external grant funding opportunities.”
Per Town Charter, the Administrator is charged with the development of the annual budget and CIP program. The proposed annual budget must be submitted to the Town Council by the last business day in October. The Town Council by Charter then has until the last business day in December to adopt a budget or the Administrator’s budget becomes the budget of the Town by default.
The requested CIP projects will be presented initially to the Planning Board in September (9/14/22) for the board’s feedback and then integrated into the formal budget proposal for FY 2023 by Administrator Selig for the end of October as described above.
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DURHAM TOWN HALL TO CLOSE ON AUGUST 2ND FOR ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING
Given recent tragic events involving gun violence around the country, the Town of Durham will be hosting an active shooter training for staff and police/fire/emergency service personnel at the Town Hall on August 2nd beginning at 3 PM.
All offices at the Town Hall will therefore be closing at 3 PM on August 2nd.
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DID YOU KNOW? - Paper Towels and Napkins
Though white paper products like paper towels and napkins are biodegradable, they are usually treated with chemicals that are not organic and should not be added to compost. White paper towels and white paper napkins should be thrown in the trash. In order to save on landfill waste, please consider switching to brown paper towels and napkins. Companies like Seventh Generation offer this option. Brown paper towels and brown paper napkins can be composted at the transfer station.
Alternatively, bamboo paper products (white or otherwise) can be composted. Re-usable fabric napkins and cleaning cloths are sold by local businesses.
Brought to you by the Integrated Waste Management Committee
Questions about recycling or composting? Email us at Durhamrecycles603@gmail.com
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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT - LOCAL B STUDIO
The Town of Durham is pleased to showcase Durham’s excellent businesses in Friday Updates. We have received requests to do so and believe that it is appropriate for the Town to assist in promoting local businesses in our economic development role. If you would like for us to include a short piece about your business in Friday Updates please email information to Michael Behrendt, Durham Town Planner at mbehrendt@ci.durham.nh.us .
Local B Studio is a downtown fitness studio created by two local women – Leighann Johnson and Amanda Parkhurst. They offer barre, yoga, weight training and cardio classes in a terrific space. The first class is free. Leighann and Amanda noted, “We have created a community atmosphere where any age level can work out together, have fun, and get fit. The classes are great for any level of fitness.” 1 Madbury Road, Suite 103 (opposite the Post Office). Take a look at the website - http://Localbstudio@gmail.com or call (978) 504-2220 with any questions.
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SUSPICIOUS LETTERS BEING RECEIVED BY DURHAM RESIDENTS
The Durham Police Department is aware of letters being received by various neighborhoods in town. The letters reference an alleged crime and a picture of a person. The allegations in the letter were investigated fully by the Strafford County Attorney’s Office. The Strafford County Attorney’s Office deemed there was no way to move forward with any type of prosecution. The sending of these letters now is under investigation. If you receive a suspicious letter, generally addressed to “Community Members,” please contact the Police Department at 603-868-2324 and an officer will come and take the letter. It is possible you may receive the letter as “returned” mail. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact the detective division of the Durham Police Department.
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MILL POND DAM REMOVAL PROJECT SECTION 106 PUBLIC INFORMATIONAL MEETING
Following the referendum vote on March 8, the Town has been advancing the design and permitting for the removal of the Mill Pond Dam, which does not meet current dam safety standards.
Due to the historic nature of the Mill Pond Dam, the removal involves what is known as Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (NHPA), which requires federal agencies to consider the effects on historic properties of projects they carry out, assist, fund, permit, license, or approve throughout the country. The public were invited to an informational meeting which took place on July 14, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The meeting was held to provide the public with an opportunity to learn about the Section 106 process, receive an update on the project status, and provide input on cultural resources under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. The meeting can be viewed by visiting this town website link HERE.
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PLANNING BOARD PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED NEW SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS ORDINANCE
At the Planning board meeting on Wednesday the board set a public hearing for the proposed new Solar Energy Systems ordinance for August 10. They continued discussions about site plans for a mixed-use project at 74 Main Street and the Tideline Public House to July 27.
The board continues its final deliberations about the proposed parking lot at 19-21 Main Street to July 27. PLEASE NOTE: The adjourned public hearing for this project was pushed back to August 10 (from July 27).
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NATURE IN YOUR BACKYARD TOUR - Durham, Dover and Newmarket - Saturday, August 13, 2022, 9 am - 1:30pm
https://extension.unh.edu/event/2022/08/nature-your-backyard-tour-durham-dover-newmarket
About the Event:
Are you curious about pollinators? Or frustrated by invasive plants? Are you interested in sustainable approaches to landscaping that can improve wildlife habitat value on your property? Join Extension and the Durham Conservation Commission for a Nature in Your Backyard Tour. The tour will highlight 4 properties in the Seacoast area that feature different approaches to ecological landscaping and enhancing wildlife habitat on small acreages. Landowners will guide participants on a walking tour of each property. Tours will last approximately 40 minutes.
The event will start at the Milne Nature Sanctuary in Durham, where you will have the opportunity to hear about the history and stewardship of this town-owned parcel and its native plantings before heading out to visit the three additional tour properties. Additional information on parking and tour locations will be provided upon registration. Tour attendees will rotate between the remaining three sites with tours beginning at 10:30 am, 11:30 am and 12:30 pm.
Tour Sites and Descriptions:
Durham: The landowners' primary goal in planting much of their one-acre landscape is to support "ecological effectiveness" - a successful relationship between and among insects, birds, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, and the plants themselves; all existing in a harmonious relationship in support of a healthy ecosystem. Their original inspiration to develop this landscape was spurred by the work of entomologist and writer Doug Tallamy of the University of Delaware. The property was a cattle pasture as recently as the 1950’s, and the landowners have worked with several local native plant professionals and experts in its current design, planting, and efforts at invasive plant removal. They have also incorporated the surrounding woodland landscape into the design and functionality of the space.
Dover: This 6-acre property has been tended by the landowners for more than 5 years. The landscape is a mix of meadows, forest edges, wetlands, perennial gardens, honeybee hives, and a greenhouse for growing vegetables and native plants. Each year they have adapted their management strategies, letting seasonal meadows go un-mowed to increase forage for pollinators and managing invasive plants. This tour will focus on their technique for optimizing compost processing from onsite materials, such as grass clippings, and incorporation into their plantings. They will also discuss their process for native plant propagation.
Newmarket: The landowners have been creating and experimenting with landscaping for wildlife, beauty, and food on their one-acre yard for 25 plus years. They enjoy growing vegetables, herbs, fruiting shrubs and trees for themselves and to share with the local wildlife. To keep up with the needs of the wildlife that visit their property they have learned to adjust by overproducing or changing how or what they grow. They incorporate native plants as much as possible and let nature do its thing in some corners of their yard. They love to watch bees, flies, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators drawn to their yard. Turtles, turkeys, foxes, deer, bear, opossum, squirrels, chipmunks, rabbits, and many other wildlife visit too. As the climate changes, trees grow taller, invasives invade, and they are constantly thinking about how to be more sustainable and reduce our impact on the planet.
What to Bring:
The entire event will be held outside, please dress appropriately for the weather. Bring snacks and water.
Cost: Free, registration is required. https://learnforlife.unh.edu/portal/events/reg/participantTypeSelection.do?method=load&entityId=236369037
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DATA VERIFICATION FOR 2023 REVALUATION IS UNDERWAY
As you may be aware, the State of New Hampshire requires all real estate within the municipality to be reappraised at least every five years (per RSA 75:8-a) so property tax assessments are at their full and true value. To keep in compliance with this law, the Town of Durham has contracted with Municipal Resources, Inc. to reappraise all residential and commercial properties in Durham for TY 2023.
Staff members from MRI have started the process of measuring the exterior and inspecting the interior all structures in Durham to make sure the data regarding each property is accurate. Post card notifications will be mailed to residents letting them know they will be working in specific neighborhoods during the next few weeks. If, for any reason you are not comfortable allowing an interior inspection, we kindly ask you to verify information at the door. If you are not home, a notification will be mailed to you requesting an inspection or to verify information by phone. If you do not wish to have a representative from MRI visit your property, please notify the Durham Assessor’s Office as soon as possible. All MRI representatives will have a photo ID and a Municipal Letter of Introduction.
Any questions regarding the project should be directed to the Durham Assessor’s Office at 603-868-8064. Updates regarding the project will be posted in the Friday Updates newsletter and through mailings. We greatly appreciate your cooperation throughout this project.
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DURHAM POLICE - SEASONAL PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER
The Durham, NH Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of Seasonal Parking Enforcement Officer (PEO). Applicants selected to serve as the part-time PEO will enforce state and local parking laws and ordinances for our nationally accredited police department. This position works flexible hours during the University of New Hampshire academic school year. Part-time parking officers will not work holidays, summertime months, or any time the University is not in session. This position pays $16.00 an hour.
PEO duties will include state law and local ordinance enforcement, collection of parking meter monies, parking meter repair, traffic direction and control, some radio communications, maintaining access to meters during the winter, and other duties as assigned or as applicable. Training and uniforms will be provided.
Minimum qualifications for this position include a high school diploma or GED, the ability to walk and/or stand for a minimum of 8 hours each day, lift/carry a minimum of 50 pounds for short distances, and must read, write, and verbally communicate in the English language. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. The qualified candidate will be subject to a background check and reference check.
A Letter of Interest and Resume should be emailed to Sandra Hebert at: shebert@ci.durham.nh.us. This position will remain open until filled. The anticipated starting date from this selection process is Monday, August 15, 2022. This date is subject to change.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 per hour
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WAYSMEET CENTER RECEIVES DONATION OF $10,175.21
The Waysmeet Center in Durham, NH, received $10,175.21 from The Fabulous Find, a non-profit resale boutique in Kittery, Maine, dedicated to donating their proceeds back to the local community each month. Pictured above are Alissa Megee, the Administrative Manager at The Waysmeet Center, and Avary Thorne from Waysmeet’s Board of Directors, receiving the check for this generous donation.
“Donations like this make a big difference for a small nonprofit! They ensure that we can continue our important work, serving so many. We are grateful to the Fabulous Find for this incredible gift. Many thanks to everyone who shopped and donated there and made this gift possible,” states The Waysmeet Center’s Administrative Manager, Alissa Megee.
“The commitment The Fabulous Find has to the non-profit community in our region is incredible. We are so grateful for the gift we have received that will enable us to continue to address food insecurity with compassion and dignity,” states The Waysmeet Center Executive Director, Alexis Simpson.
The Waysmeet Center creates positive change through direct service grounded in compassion, equity, and social justice in the NH Seacoast and surrounding communities. The Waysmeet Center operates the Cornucopia Food Pantry which serves students, individuals, and families in the Seacoast area. With an emphasis on food justice, Waysmeet hosts community dinners, has a robust food rescue program, and grows a garden. Waysmeet is currently looking for our next executive director. For more information, please visit http://www.waysmeetcenter.org/.
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DPW SEEKS EXPERIENCED WASTEWATER CHIEF OPERATOR
Durham Public Works, located in the beautiful Seacoast region of New Hampshire, is a recognized leader in the Public Works field and operates an awarding winning state-of-the-art wastewater treatment facility utilizing the four-stage Bardenpho Process for nitrogen removal. We are seeking a highly qualified team member to join an exceptional team of public works professionals to serve in the role of Wastewater Chief Operator.
The Wastewater Division works closely with our partner, the University of New Hampshire, to provide wastewater collection and treatment services to both the Town and University. The Department is a fully integrated and progressive using modern equipment and facilities to achieve its goals. In 2023, the Treatment Plant is scheduled to undergo $3.8 million in process upgrades as part of its detailed Capital Improvement Plan.
In this important role you will report to the Superintendent of the Public Works, Wastewater Division and undertake challenging and rewarding work involving the operation, construction and maintenance of the Town’s Wastewater Treatment and Collection System.
This full-time position offers excellent medical, dental, life, and disability coverage, paid time off, and eligibility in the State of New Hampshire retirement plan. Salary range for this position is from $26.04 to $33.02/hour, depending upon qualifications.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of five years of municipal wastewater related experience, a strong knowledge of all aspects of various mechanical systems, pumps, electrical, computer, laboratory techniques, regulatory reporting, SCADA associated with the treatment process, and the ability to troubleshoot and repair all associated equipment.
Applicants will have a New Hampshire Class B CDL license with a clean driving record or the ability to obtain within one year of hire and the ability to hold or obtain a tanker endorsement. Possession of a New Hampshire Grade III Wastewater Operator license at a minimum is required. Applicants will be required to be on a rotational standby and required to work rotational weekends once per month. The position requires emergency response on a 24/7 basis and works in adverse weather conditions performing occasional strenuous physical labor.
Applications and a more detailed job description are available at the Department of Public Works Main office or online at http://www.ci.durham.nh.us/jobs. Please send resume and cover letter to Town of Durham, Department of Public Works, Attn: Shannon Shaw, Acting Assistant to the Public Works Director, 100 Stone Quarry Drive, Durham, NH 03824 or by email to sshaw@ci.durham.nh.us by 4:30 PM on July 22nd, 2022.
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Wagon Hill Farm. Courtesy Tom Brightman
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HAVE YOU VISITED WAGON HILL FARM OVER THE PAST YEAR? -- Take the Wagon Hill Farm Questionnaire!
To determine the best ways to steward our lands, the Land Stewardship Subcommittee seeks input from the users of Town Properties. This questionnaire will be for Wagon Hill Farm.
If you’ve visited Wagon Hill Farm over the past year, please let us know about your experience by clicking HERE. This questionnaire should take less than 5 minutes.
Thank you!
Durham’s Land Stewardship Subcommittee
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SEACOAST EAT LOCAL FARMERS' MARKET IS OPEN FOR THE SEASON
The Town of Durham is excited to welcome Seacoast Eat Local as the new management of the weekly Farmer’s Market in Durham. The Farmer’s Market is located at the new pocket park and parking lot at 66 Main Street. Please find information below for hours and location along with other helpful information.
Location: Downtown Durham Pocket Park and Parking Lot at 66 Main Street
Market Day and Time: Mondays 2:30 PM-6:00 PM, excluding holidays
What: Local vendors selling: Jams from Marti Gooze, Vegetables, flowers, small batch natural body care, pottery, textiles, broth, and goat's milk fudge and cheeses.
Music: A variety of local artists will be playing music the entirety of the season. Musical stylings expected include acoustic, bluegrass, folk, blues, and Americana. The opening day musician plays Acoustic Americana.
Make sure to follow on social media for updates, or go to their website: http://seacoasteatlocal.org/.
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DRIVEWAY PERMITS - Tis’ the season for re-doing driveways!
A friendly reminder that anyone who wishes to modify (by moving a driveway entrance, paving of an existing gravel drive, or repaving of an existing paved drive) or construct a new driveway from a Town controlled road cannot do so without a written permit issued by the Department of Public Works.
An application for a driveway permit can be obtained from the Public Works Department or online HERE.
The application fee is $100.
Questions should be directed to Town Engineer April Talon at (603)-868-5578.
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FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS EACH WEEK IN UNH TODAY ... AND VIA THE UNIVERSITY’S ONLINE CALENDAR PAGE
UNH Today is the official online publication of the University of New Hampshire. It delivers news, events, and multimedia devoted to bringing community members a weekly glimpse of the remarkable things happening on campus, in New Hampshire, and around the world.
As a subscriber, you'll learn about student and faculty achievement, the impact of UNH in the community, and timely information on the arts, sports, and special events that make UNH (and in part Durham) a vibrant place.
You may sign up to begin receiving UNH Today by clicking HERE
As you know, there is always a great deal happening on campus, and many events are not mentioned in UNH Today. Many other campus happenings can be researched via the UNH online calendar, which can be accessed HERE.
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Durham officers stopped by the UNH stables on Thursday to meet the Budweiser horses and interact with the community. L to R: Sergeant Greg Ruby, Officer Erik Burke and Officer Rob Keith
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OYSTER RIVER SCHOOL BOARD NEWS FOR JULY 20, 2022
The Oyster River School Board held its first meeting in the ORMS Concert Hall this week. Future school board meetings will usually be at the Middle School. Meeting times and locations are posted under School Board orcsd.org. The School Board normally meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 7:00 pm.
REACH summer camps at Mast Way School in cooperation between ORCSD and Durham Park & Rec have 2 weeks remaining and are serving over 100 students per week.
The School Board approved school breakfast and lunch prices for the 2022-2023 school year. So far, the USDA is not funding school meals for all students as they have the last 2 school years. Oyster River’s outstanding School Nutrition Department led by Doris Demers served over 271,000 meals in the 2021-2022 school year. School Nutrition will be bringing back more lunch options and expanding menus for students this fall. Families that may be eligible for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch are encouraged to register now for the fall. Go to http://family.titank12.com/ and click on “Apply for Meals Today” to register. The application is confidential and only seen by the School Nutrition Director.
The Grand Opening ceremony for the Oyster River Middle School Building will be August 23 from 11:00-1:00. The entire community is invited.
ORCSD is evaluating the possibility of adding electric school buses to our fleet. The district usually replaces 1 or 2 full-size buses each year.
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NEW INTERACTIVE VIEWER FOR SOLID WASTE AND RECYCLING
The Durham Public Works Team is often asked questions about the Town’s Recycling and Solid Waste programs. Questions such as, “How much does a bulky waste coupon cost?” or “Is my milk carton recyclable?” are common. To assist in alleviating some of the confusion, the Durham Public Works Team in conjunction with the Integrated Solid Waste Advisory Committee (IWMAC), has created an Interactive Public Viewer for residents which can be viewed HERE. Residents and others can visit this site to learn more about the Town’s program and familiarize themselves with the services offered. Everyone is encouraged to visit the site as it describes the Department’s policies and procedures for our recycling and solid waste programs.
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WAGON HILL FARM - Portsmouth Watermain Easement, Survey Work
The City of Portsmouth owns and maintains a 7 mile long, 24” diameter water main which brings treated drinking water from its Madbury Water Treatment Plant to Portsmouth. This transmission main supplies close to 60% of the potable water and fire protection demands for this regional system. A portion of this line crosses Wagon Hill Farm through a 40’ wide utility easement granted to Portsmouth, before crossing Little Bay and eventually connecting to the Portsmouth Water distribution system at Fox Point in Newington. Due the poor condition of the submerged sections of this water line, Portsmouth is in the process of designing improvements to the water main which crosses Little Bay and expects to commence construction in 2023. Additional project details can be found at https://www.ci.durham.nh.us/boc_conservation/little-bay-water-line-replacement .
Portsmouth is currently working with the Town of Durham to evaluate the best and least impactful access point at Wagon Hill Farm for both the temporary needs during construction and for ongoing inspection and maintenance. This may consist of a gravel access road along the existing trail as shown below. Over the next several days, beginning on July 8th, the City of Portsmouth’s Engineering consultant, Wright Pierce, will be delineating any wetlands along the trail alignment and completing an instrument survey. Any questions can be directed to Durham Public Works at (603) 868-5578.
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Old Courthouse. Courtesy Eleanor Lonske
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ICONS OF DURHAM POSTER - IMAGE #13
The beautiful poster “Icons of Durham” created by Ellie Lonske is now available. Just stop into the Town Clerk’s office to place an order.
The Old Courthouse. According to the walking tour published by the Durham Historic Association, the old courthouse, also known as the old brick town hall, dates from 1825. It was built by Durham shipbuilder and merchant Joseph Coe. After years of meeting in taverns and schoolhouses, the Town agreed to purchase the building in 1840 (provided it could be acquired for $1,000 or less). The top two floors were retrofitted into a meeting space with a chandelier, settees, and a stove. The hall was used for dances and basketball games in the 1930s and 1940s. By the 1950s the space was too small to accommodate Town meeting. The first floor was subsequently occupied by the Durham District Court. The building is now used by the Durham Historic Association and the Town’s Recreation Department. The Old Courthouse is an outstanding example of the Federal style of architecture, popular in the early 19th century.
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TOWN OF DURHAM FACEBOOK AND TWITTER ACCOUNTS
Did you know that the Town has a Facebook & Twitter account and frequently posts Durham & UNH news, happenings, and articles of interest in our area and the seacoast?
Like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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One World Language School has partnered with the Oyster River School District. We will be hosting Chinese at Mast Way and Moharimet after school during the 2022-2023 academic year. Space is limited to 8 students per class and based on first-come, first-serve. For questions, please call or email Pranav Dadarwala; 207-370-8398 or pdadarwala@oneworldlanguageschool.org
To view more information regarding the above upcoming events, please CLICK THE BUTTON BELOW.
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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.
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Hungrytown and The Kelly Girls perform at the return of DPL's Summer Reading Concerts on the Lawn!
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Join us next week for the final week of DPL's Oceans of Possibilities summer reading program! Definitely don't miss the summer reading finale featuring Toe Jam Puppet Band on Thursday at 10:30 am at the Little River Park in Lee (a joint program with the Lee and Madbury libraries)! But first, join us for Storytime on Tuesday at 10:30 featuring Shells and Crabs and Yoga for Tots on Wednesday at the same time! Drop-in crafts are also open on Wed/Thurs. from 1-4:00 pm so come on down and make shark suncatchers and paintings in the storytime room!
Finally, don't forget to bring your reading logs in to be checked through next week! For more fun things to do in August and to keep an eye on fall programs (coming soon!), visit our youth webpage HERE!
Have you taken any of the Adult Summer Reading Challenges yet? Download the challenge card HERE or grab one at the library! Each challenge completed earns a raffle ticket, so finish one or all of the them and return the card to us each week to check off your completions! Raffle drawings for 2 prize bags are each Friday afternoon with a grand prize drawing next Friday on the final day of summer reading, courtesy of Monkey Minds Escape Rooms! Our fourth drawing takes place today before 5 pm!
Looking to beat the heat? Next week, join us on Tuesday evening at 6:00 pm for a showing of Ocean's Eleven upstairs in the Oyster River Room! Popcorn is provided! Drop-in Shell Painting in the cafe will also be open on Wednesday from 12-4 pm for anyone looking to take a break with some ac and crafting! To see what's coming next, including fall programs and the return of art to our upstairs gallery, check the Upcoming Events page!
Questions? We can help! The library staff is always available to answer your questions during business hours at 603-868-6699 or any time at http://durhampl@gmail.com!
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HISTORY IN AN OYSTERSHELL - A Brief History of Durham, NH 1600 - 1976 (A little volume that was the Heritage Project of the Durham Historic Association Bicentennial celebration)
Preface - "Since before God made the first little green apples, oysters have probably been growin in the Oyster River; and some of the largest and juiciest to be found anywhere in the world are still growing here today. The following vignettes from rollicking history of Durham town on the Oyster River are therefore presented between the shells of an oyster."
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1848 - Congregational Church on Main Street cost $3,325. Enlarged in 1893 and remodeled in 1923, adding Community House. Name changed to Community Church with 19 denominations as members. Brick Education Center built in 1963 and sanctuary remodeled and new organ in 1976.
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Have a very nice weekend.
Todd
Todd I. Selig, Administrator
Town of Durham, NH
a: 8 Newmarket Rd., Durham, NH 03824 USA
t: 603.868.5571 | w: www.ci.durham.nh.us
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