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Upcoming Chamber Programs
Dover, Somersworth & Rochester Chambers Holding Legislative Reception
Monday, February 24th, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, Frisbee Memorial Hospital Conference Center
Dover, Rochester and Somersworth Chamber Members are welcome to attend a Tri-Chamber Legislative Reception.  State, county and local officials representing the communities have been invited to attend.  Cocktails and light hors d' oeuvres will be served.  The event is free to attend for Chamber Members, but please register in advance.
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Community Eventsevents
Winterfest Pancake Breakfast with Frosty
Saturday, February 8th, 8:30am to 11:00am, Idlehurst Elementary School Cafetorium
Frosty the Snowman and his friends at the Somersworth Festival Association will really be cooking at the annual Winterfest Pancake Breakfast with Frosty. These events are held in conjunction with Somersworth's annual Winterfest Weekend.  Children can interact with Frosty and get their picture taken with him by a professional photographer before heading over to play in the Funfest games area.
Dover Listens Holding Conversation and Action Forum
Saturday, February 8th, 9:00am to 12:00pm, Dover Middle School
Dover Listens welcomes the public to participate in Strong Schools, Strong Community: A Dover Listens Community Conversation about Education.  This is the last event in a three part series.  Onsite childcare and refreshments will be provided.  Click here to register in advance.
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Don't You Want to be Part of the Seacret?
Thursday, February 6th, 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Cafe on the Corner
What's the Seacret?  Find out at Coffee and Cream at Cafe on the Corner.  They guarantee that you will be saying WOW at least 3 times during the demo.  If not, coffee is on the house.  For more information call Terri at (617) 513-1521.
Canyons and Myths Opening at artstream
Friday, February 7th, 5:30pm to 7:00pm
artstream will be opening a new exhibit, Canyons and Myths, featuring Ekphrastic Art IV by Edibeth Farrington and Megan Bogonovich.  During the opening their will be live poetry readings.
Lucy's Retrospective Show!Lucy's Art Emporium
Friday, February 7th, 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Lucy's Art Emporium is hosting a Retrospective Show!  Join the artists at Lucy's for the opening reception of their Retrospective. This will be Lucy's last art show as the shop will be closing at the end of the month. Stop by during the Dover Art Walk for refreshments, art and merriment.
Shakespeare in the Snow at Cara Chameleon Club
Fridays, February 7th & 14th - 7:00pm, Saturdays, February 8th & 15th - 6:30pm, Sundays, February 9th & 16th - 2:00pm
Shake off the winter blues and experience the ease of a night out with food, fun and Shakespeare as theatre.unmasked performs A Midsummer Night's Dream at Cara Chameleon Club in Cara Irish Pub.  Purchase your tickets in advance.
Disco Night at Rochester Opera House
Friday, February 7th, 8:00pm
The Rochester Opera House will be hosting Disco Night with a live performance by the funkateers of Motor Booty Affair.  Don't miss this chance to dance to the hits of the 70s!  Purchase tickets in advance online or by calling (603) 335-1992.
Susan Poulin Returns to Garrison Players Garrison Players
Friday, February 7th & Saturday, February 8th, 8:00pm, Sunday, February 9th, 3:00pm
The Garrison Players Arts Center is proud to present Susan Poulin in The Best of Ida.  Susan has been creating and touring her original theatrical productions since 1992.  Purchase tickets in advance by calling (603) 750-4278.
Join The Murder Mystery Weekend
Friday, February 7th through Sunday, February 9th
The Silver Fountain Inn will be hosting a Murder Mystery Weekend.  Grab some friends and join the fun where YOU are the characters....some guest will even be the killer or the victim!  This is guaranteed to be one heckuva Deadly Fun Event!  Call (603) 750-4200 for more information.
Upcoming Saturday Matinees at the Dover Public Library
  • Saturday, February 8th, 2:00pm - Mary Poppins
  • Saturday, February 15th, 2:00pm - Free Birds
  • Saturday, February 22nd, 2:00pm - Ender's Game
Gazpacho Performing at NHSBD Valentine's Day Dance
Saturday, February 8th, 8:00pm to 12:00am, Rollinsford American Legion
New Hampshire Soap Box Derby will be holding their 3rd Annual Valentine's Day Dance fundraiser.  There will be raffles, prizes, dancing and a live performance by Gazpacho.  Dance lessons will be held prior to the event at 5:00pm.  Purchase your tickets in advance by calling the Rollinsford American Legion at (603) 742-5833.  
Wizard of Oz Auditions at Opera House
Sunday, February 9th, 1:00pm to 3:00pm
The Rochester Opera House will hold auditions for their upcoming production of The Wizard of Oz. They are seeking youth, ages 8 and up, plus teens and adults for the ensemble.  Performance dates are April 10th through 27th.  For more information and to schedule an audition time, email Sue Roy.
ChildLight Yoga Welcomes Moms-To-Be
Session Starts: Sunday, February 9th, 5:30pm
Expecting a baby? Condition your body and connect with other moms-to-be with Prenatal Yoga at ChildLight Yoga in Dover - no yoga experience necessary.  Register now at www.childlightyoga.com and receive $5 off with coupon discount PEEK5.
Goodwin Community Health - CDFA Tax Credits
Banff Film Festival Benefits Goodwin Community Health
Wednesday, February 12th, 7:00pm, Portsmouth Music Hall
For the nineteenth year in a row, The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is making a stop in the Seacoast as a fundraiser for Goodwin Community Health.  Typically known as a display of inspiring feats in visually stunning surroundings, this two and a half hour compilation of the best films from the festival in Banff Canada will enthrall and entertain.  Purchase tickets in advance.
New Classes Start at Dover Adult Learning Next Week
Would you like to get the basics on How to Retire Early, or Excel Charts, or Windows 8? Dover Adult Learning Center is running these courses next week!  Please call (603) 742-1030 or visit www.doveradultlearning.org to see the wide array of classes offered, and to register.  Also, like DALC on Facebook!
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Shopping, Sales & Specialsshop
Philbrick's Holding Snow Sale
Sale through February 14th
Stop in today to Philbrick's Sports to check out their incredible February Snow Sale.  Just about all ski and snowboard products are on sale!
Let Pinewood Medical Laser Make Valentine Gift Giving a Snap
Offer valid through February 14th
This Valentine's Day, spoil your special someone with a gift certificate from Pinewood Medical Laser of Somersworth! Your Valentine can choose from ANY laser or spa service we offer. Purchase a $120 gift certificate for only $100, AND, book any two spa treatments on the same day and get 20% off. Click here for more details.
Rails to Romance with Amtrak Downeaster
The Amtrak Downeaster is making Valentine's Day easy this year with their Rails to Romance Boston Getaways.  Packages that include train service, a one night stay in Boston and dinner start at just $169 per person.   
Dover Agway Offers Healthy, Holistic Pet Foods
Stop in to Dover Agway for all your pet food needs.  Earthborn Holistic Pet Foods offers your family member (oops...Pet!) whole food nutrition manufactured to be the best all while caring for the environment.  Dover Agway is proud to offer these pet food products, and much more, at great prices!
New Location, Same Great Service at Cornerstone Tax
Cornerstone Tax Services, LLC, has moved to 54 Dover Point Road (across the street from St. Mary's Cemetery).  Tax season is here!  Make an appointment before February 15th and receive a 10% discount off your tax return preparation fees when you mention this ad in Peek at the Week.  Call (603) 343-2393 or stop by for a free quote.   
PagePro Wireless

App of the Week from PagePro Wireless - Zello - A free push-to-talk walkie talkie application for smartphones, tablets and PCs. A great way to communicate with a quick back and forth and to the point conversations.

 

Specials at PagePro Wireless

  • Great new plans! $0 down for the newest smartphones, no contract, and create groups to drive your price down to as low as $25 a month!
  • Buy 1 Get second 1 $20 off, OR Buy 1 Get FREE microSD Card!  Reel Boom very portable wireless speaker, and MP3 player.  Play Premium sound from any smartphone, tablet, or MP3 player!

Please call (603) 749-5600, or visit www.PageProWireless.com for further information.  "Like" PagePro Wireless on Facebook and get a lifetime 10% discount on accessories!

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Local Dining & Live Music Listingsdining
Live Music at The Dover Brickhouse Dover Brickhouse
Thursday, February 6th - Gina Alabrio Trio
Friday, February 7th - Broggi Field
Saturday, February 8th - Tore Down
Sunday, February 9th - Jazz Brunch with Jim Dozet

 

This Week at Sonny's Tavern
  • Thursday, February 6th, 10:00pm - Old School Hip Hop Night with DJ Def Rock - Free
  • Saturday, February 8th, 9:00pm - Ode, Tavarnish, Xiphoid Dementia, Erroraeon
  • Sunday, February 9th, 7:00pm - Sonny's Jazz Series with Zach Lange - Free
  • Monday, February 10th, 8:00pm - Zach's Trivia Night - Free
  • Tuesday, February 11th, 9:00pm - Soggy Po' Boys - Free
  • Wednesday, February 12th, 6:00pm to 8:00pm - Book Swap
The Mystery of the Murder at RochVegas
Friday & Saturday Evenings, February 7th through March 22nd
Tickets are selling fast for the Murder Mystery Winter Dinner Show at The Governor's Inn.  Going into the 17th year of this hugely popular musical, the setting for this winter's show is Vegas!  Purchase tickets in advance for this show that includes a 5-course dinner.
Tea Parlor Now Open at Silver Fountain Inn
Saturday, February 8th & Sunday, February 9th, 11:30am  to 3:00pm
The Silver Fountain Inn welcomes you to stop by and check out their brand new Tea Parlor, the perfect venue for baby and wedding showers, business luncheons or just a fun time with friends.  Click here to view the Tea Parlor menu.
This Week at 7th Settlement
  • Sunday, February 9th, 5:00pm - Trash Fish Dinner - Purchase tickets in advance
  • Sundays, 12:00pm to 2:00pm - Brewery Tours
  • Sunday through Thursday, before 4:00pm - $4 House Beers
  • Tuesdays - Community Cash Night - 25% off your entire bill when paid in cash or with Dover Dollars
  • Wednesdays, 8:00pm to 10:00pm - Hump Day Trivia - Prizes and fun!

Tickets are now on sale for the Valentine's Day Dinner Event. Tickets are $45 a person and include a three course meal with beer pairings.

This Week at the Orchard Street Chop Shop
  • Mondays, 8:00pm - Open Stage Night - Come on in, plug in and play!
  • Wednesdays, 6:00pm to 9:00pm - One Buck Shuck - $1 an oyster at the bar until they are gone!
  • Thursdays, 8:00pm to Close Gentleman's Night - Discounted Bourbons and Single Malt Scotches for the guys.
  • Fridays, 9:00pmFunk-a-Delic Fridays - Live music at the Top of the Chop. No cover.

 Valentine's Day is starting to book up so make reservations now at (603) 749-0006.

  • Monday - Friday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm - Happy Hour!
  • Thursdays - Draft Night - All drafts $3
  • Sundays, 1:00pm to 6:00pm - Sushi SundayAll You Can Eat Sushi$19.95
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Community Informationinfo
Free Mock SATs at Oyster River
Saturday, February 8th, 8:00am, Oyster River High School 
New England Tutors is offering local students an opportunity to take a Mock SAT.   Get experience taking the big test without having the scores reported.  There will be real conditions under simulated times with your scores coming direct to you within a week.  And the best part, its FREE!  Register in advance.
Free Small Business Workshop with SCORE
Tuesday, February 18th, 6:00pm to 9:00pm
SCORE, volunteer counselors to America's small business and a resource partner of the U.S. Small Business Administration, will conduct an in-depth small business marketing workshop titled, Using the Internet to Start or Grow a Small Business.  This program is offered free due to the sponsorship of Federal Savings Bank.  Register in advance online
Wedgewood Design Offers Small Business Workshop Series
First Session: Thursday, February 20th, 10:00am to 12:30pm, Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce
Many small businesses struggle to brand & marketing their business. Let's face it, it can be overwhelming if you don't have a marketing background.  The good news is Wedgewood Graphic Design is here to help with their Small Business Workshop Series.  Topics include website creation, social media, business networking and more.
Dover Main Street Seeks Volunteers
Saturday, March 15th
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