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Abstract Paintings & Tribal Masks Exhibition At New Hampshire Antique Co-Op
Now on view through May 31, 2020
Congregational Church Stays Connected
During the suspension of in-person activities in light of the Covid-19 situation, the Congregational Church of Amherst, UCC has a variety of ways for members and others to connect with church programs. This is especially important during April as Holy Week and Easter are on the horizon.
The most up-to-date information about church activities can be found on the church’s website (ccamherst.org) or by calling the church office at 673-3231. Sunday services are broadcast on FacebookLive and recorded for later on-line viewing. Services are followed by a Virtual Fellowship Hour. Links for these and other events can be found on the website.
The church’s Facebook page is another source of information, including updates and video messages from the pastors. Pastors Maureen Frescott and Kate Kennedy are available to provide pastoral care during this time, and the church welcomes community members to connect with this loving, serving, open and affirming community of faith.
Lorraine Alice Hamilton
AMHERST – Lorraine Alice Hamilton of Amherst, New Hampshire, Beach Haven, New Jersey and Rancho Mirage, California died June 14, 2020 from pancreatic cancer at her home in California. She was 73 years old and a participant in the trial of a new cancer drug at NYU Langone in New York City since April 2019. She hoped that results from the trial would improve care for other patients who develop this cancer. She was with her family when she died and was
Donald Richard Haaker
Donald Richard Haaker, 80, born June 2, 1940, son of Carl E Haaker and Jeanne LaRochelle Haaker of Fitchburg, MA, son, brother, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, peacefully passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020 at Saint Luke’s Hospital in New Bedford, MA.
Don, as he was affectionately referred to by friends, and Dad or Grandpa by family, was a proud veteran, avid fisherman, former business owner, collector of “As Seen On TV” gadgets, and
Mont Vernon
Mont Vernon Messiah Sing! Is Canceled
The Mont Vernon Messiah Sing! Committee has regretfully decided that we must cancel this year's concerts. Our beautiful venue is unable to support the Covid 19 precautions for our rehearsals or concerts. We were preparing our 2021 program with cover design by a local artist, Lily Hipp, a student at Rhode Island School of Design. We will work with Ms. Hipp to modify her beautiful artwork for next year's concert program.
Daland Memorial Library
Adult Book Clubs
The Daland Memorial Library offers three Adult Book Clubs. There is no attendance requirement for any group – attend meetings that are of interest. Books are available to borrow at the library. New members always welcome! If you have any questions about book clubs, please call the library at 673-7888.
Morning Book Discussion Group – Meets the 1st Monday each month at 10:00AM .
The group reads a mix of contemporary fiction and non-fiction titles. Group will meet by Zoom.
Monday, November 1st: "City of Girls" by Elizabeth Gilbert
Black Books Matter – Meets the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:30 PM by Zoom. This is a newly formed book club that focuses on books by black authors and race relations.
Thursday, November 11th: "The Disordered Cosmos" by Chanda Prescod-Weinstein
Just the Classics Book Club – Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at 6:30pm in the library . This book group is focused on reading classic titles selected by group members.
Thursday, November 18th: "Agnes Gray" by Anne Bronte.
Hooks and Needles
Do you knit or crochet? Join the Friends of the Library needlework group on Friday, Nov. 12th 12-2pm in the Mont Vernon Fire Department Community Room located on Main Street. New members always welcome! Come share what you are working on and be with Friends.
Thanksgiving Flower Arranging Class
Come make a beautiful fall flower arrangement on Monday, November 22 at 7pm just in time for Thanksgiving with local florist Sue Ries. Bring your favorite vase and Sue will bring the flowers and tools. Registration required. Class is limited to 10 participants. $25 material charge. Call 673-7888 or email the library to reserve a space.
Seats & Feets Charity Drive
Did you know that the most needed clothing items requested by the SHARE Clothing Barn are NEW SOCKS and NEW UNDERWEAR? Help SHARE the warmth this winter and donate a new package of socks or new underwear for children and adults to the library from Saturday, Nov. 6th- Saturday, Dec. 4. The Library will collect and deliver the donated items to SHARE just in time for the winter season. All sizes of socks and underwear for men, women, and children are needed. For more information about SHARE and the work they do for the surrounding communities please visit. https://www.sharenh.org/