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Upcoming Events at the Cochecho Arts Festival
  • Friday, August 8, 6:00pm - Entrain with Joel Cage, sponsored by The Beacon Retirement Group
  • Tuesday, August 12, 10:30am -  Susie Burke, sponsored by Duponts Service Center
  • Wednesday, August 13, 3:30pm - Meg Josalen, sponsored by Holy Rosary Credit Union
  • Wednesday, August 13, 6:00pm - Blue Matter, presented by 102.1 & 105.3 The Shark
All Cochecho Arts Festival events are free of charge and open to the public.  For more information visit www.CochechoArtsFestival.org and Facebook!

 

Night at the Woodman Museum Returns; August 22, 23 & 24 

TICKETS are now on sale for NIGHT at the MUSEUM II  "Notable Events:  The Good, the Bad and the Strange" will be held on Aug.22,23,24. Tickets may be purchased by phone or at the museum gift shop.  Reservations are required.  Last year sold out, buy now. Call 742-1038 Wed - Sun 10 am - 5 pm.

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Guided Walking Tours of Historic Dover

Saturdays through September 13th, 10:30am
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce offer Guided Walking Tours of Historic Dover on Saturday mornings this summer.  Tours begin at the Dover Chamber and will leisurely stroll through Dover's Historic Downtown.  There will be numerous stops along the way where a guide will point out places of interest, offer historical perspective, and share stories and anecdotes about the people, places and events that have helped shape Dover.  Reservations are recommend and can be made by calling (603) 742-2218.

 

Paint Nite Portsmouth at the Regatta!

Thursday, August 7th, 7pm-9pm
Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, full cash bar, LOADS OF FUN
Save $20 by using coupon code REGATTA20

Teddy Bear Clinic & Tea Party at Children's Museum of NH

Friday, August 8, Clinic: 10:00am to Noon.  Tea Party: Noon - 12:30 pm
Children are invited to bring a favorite stuffed friend to the museum's annual Teddy Bear Clinic.  Health professionals and volunteers will perform health check-ups and conduct minor surgery on children's furry friends.  The clinic is followed by a tea party from Noon to 12:30pm.

High-flying fun at the Children's Museum on August 15

The Children's Museum of NH is celebrating one of its most popular activities with a day of hands-on, high-flying fun. Slingshots and Catapults Day will be held on Friday, August 15 from 11 am - 3 pm at the museum in Dover.There will be places to test out and tweak these creations, and museum educators will lead outdoor demonstrations, weather permitting) at 11 am, 12 pm, 1 pm and 2 pm. All catapult and slingshot activities are included in regular paid admission and are free for Children's Museum members. No reservations are required and activities will be available throughout the 4-hour period.

Celebrate the Grand Opening of their new location at 53 Washington St. in downtown Dover!  Join them on Tuesday, August 12 from 11am-1pm. Take a studio tour, meet the instructors, enjoy refreshments, yoga games, raffles and more.

Meet Layne Case at The Well Read Book Store

Saturday, August 9, from 10am-12noon 

Well Read Bookstore, 18 Plaistow Rd, #9, Plaistow, NH 

Meet Layne Case, author of the "Charlie" books.  Layne will speak about her experience as a published children's author as well as a publisher of other children's books written by her students.  Joining Layne will be 13 year old Author Keeley Shea Patricia McCabe.  Her book "It's Not Always as It Seems.  A Story About Dyslexia" explains the challenges of dyslexia, something Keeley knows very well. 

Upcoming Events with the Dover Race Series:  
Register for these Dover Race Series races sponsored by Wentworth-Douglass Hospital.  For more information on the Series click here.

This Week's Home Games with the Seacoast Mavericks

  • Thursday, August 7th, 6:35pm Leary Field
  • Friday, August 8th, 6:00pm Fussenich Park
Garrison Players Musical Theatre Camp at Garrison Players
July 28th through August 15th, 9:00am to 3:00pm
Garrison Players Youth Education is offering Musical Theatre Camp.  This three week camp is for children in grades 3rd through 7th.  For more information or to register call (603) 516-4919. 
Special Fundraising Concerts!

 

August 17, 2014  with Harvey Reid

An evening of acoustic guitar, featuring maritime and folk music. Light refreshments and drinks are complimentary.  Sail departs Prescott Park at 4:45pm, Concert at 5:30pm, Sail returns at 8:00pm.  Click here to purchase tickets.  Other upcoming concerts include: August 7: Doug Bennett & Bruce Derr, August 10: Cormac McCarthy Trio, August 14: High Range, August 21: The Short Brothers, and August 28: Bliss

 

SAVE THE DATE:  Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Presents Every Step Matters 5K Walk. September 28, 2014, 10 a.m. Once a diagnosis with little hope, today's patients with cancer are surviving treatment and moving on with their lives thanks to support and wellness services now available at our Seacoast Cancer Center. Funding is available for some of these programs but more is needed to support our patients and their families. Patients are living with cancer everyday and our wish is for them to be well. Your participation will make this wish come true. Registration Information. Or visit or call the Foundation Office at (603) 740-2687.

Horns, Horses, Handprints and Lilies at Mill Gallery

Through August 31st
The work of artist John Arens will be on display at The Gallery at Washington Street Mills  The public is welcome to visit the gallery located on the 3rd Floor West in the Picker Suites.


Learn About the 10 Commandments at ID Church

Join ID Church at Dover Bowl over the summer as they explore the 10 Commandments.  10 am on Sundays through the summer. We've all seen Charlton Heston hold them high above the people onTV, but there has to be more to them than a TV blip.

 

Children's Activities at the Wentworth House
Hands-on children's games and activities will be offered on Sunday, August 17 from 1 to 4 pm at the Colonel Paul Wentworth House in Rollinsford.  This event is in connection with this summer's exhibit at the Wentworth House, "Seen But Not Heard: Childhood in New England. Admission is free to ARCH members, with a suggested donation of $5 for non-members. For more information, consult the website or call (603)742-4747.

Learning Opportunity in the Arts!

Train the Trainer Summer Workshop Series is offered by Community Partners. Workshops are designed to give trainers, instructors, educators and caregivers the basic tools needed to complete a simple art project with all populations.

 

August 12, 2014-Pam Bartlett, traditional rug hooking artist will teach the art and technique of traditional rug hooking. Participants will create an ornament or coaster.

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Farmers' Market Listings: Farmers Market
Remember All Those Tri-City Memories 
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center is now selling Tri-Cities Memories.  The photo-based, hard-cover book, presented by Foster's Daily Democrat, documents Dover, Rochester and Somersworth from 1800 through 1939.  For more information call (603) 742-2218.
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Everyday, 4:00pm to 6:00pm Happy Hour - $3 drafts and 1/2 priced apps!
Monday $5 Specialty Martinis & Margaritas
Tuesday Twin Lobster Dinner $18.95 & Buck-a-Shuck - $1 oysters
WednesdayLadies Night - 1/2 priced food menu and live music with Tim Theriault
Sunday Family Night - Kids 12 and under eat free with each entree purchased 
This Week at Sonny's Tavern
This Week at the Orchard Street Chop Shop
Tuesday - One Buck Shuck - $1 oysters on the 1/2 shell until they are gone!  On the Terrace and at the Bar only.

Wednesday - Wild Game Wednesday - Every Wednesday night we will feature at least 2 exotic wild game dishes.

Thursday - Gentleman's Night - Complimentary cigars and Scotch specials for the guys with $10 food or drink purchases.

Friday - Funk-a-Delic Fridays - Live music at the Top of the Chop.  No cover charge.

The Summer Series at The Governor's Inn 

Also check out the Articulture Market! Every Sunday from June 15th to August 24th, 4pm-7pm, simultaneously taking place during the Sunday garden concerts at The Garage.

PattB's will be announcing their grand opening on Dover Point Road very soon. They are close and will keep all of their fans updated as we move forward. Like them on Facebook if you haven't already! 
Upcoming Events at  The Dover Brickhouse
Saturday, August 9, 9 pm- Badwolf
Sunday, August 10, 9 am- Singer Songwriter Brunch 
Tuesday, August 12, 4 pm-  Taco and Tequila Night
Tuesday, August 12, 6pm - 603 Endurance Pub Run
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Northeastern Ballet Theatre Holds Open House

Saturday, August 9, 10:00 am to Noon

McConnell Center, 61 Locust Street, Suite 239, Entrance #8 

If you or your child have always wanted to learn to dance, here is your chance to come experience Northeastern Ballet Theater's unique approach to teaching classical ballet.  10-10:15 am - Meet the teachers, 10:15-10:45 - class demonstrations and excerpts from the most popular ballets by some of our advanced students, 10:45-11:15 - free class for all ages, boys and girls,  11:15-noon - question and answers, registration for fall classes. For more information please call (603) 834-8834 or visit www.northeasternballet.org.

Advocating for Your Student:  August 14, 11:30-1pm

Dover Chamber of Commerce Conference Room

Help with planning the 2014-2015 school year. When your students educational road map steers off course, getting it back on can be frustrating and scary. Learn who to turn to in the schools, what the schools can offer, and how to tap into the services available.

 

Financial Planning for Your Special Needs Child:  August 28, 11:30-1pm

Dover Chamber of Commerce Conference Room

As a parent or caregiver of a child with special needs, everyday expenses may be higher for you and you'll want to plan accordingly. This workshop will cover general information on tax planning, financial assistance, government assistance, education expenses and more.


 
For more information and to register, or call Allison Neal at (603) 953-5025.

 

Amtrak Downeaster: 1-800-USA-RAIL; 

Train to Maine: Buy one, Get one Free. This offer is valid for one (1) free companion rail fare with the purchase of one (1) regular (full) adult rail fare. (3) day advance reservation required. Passengers must request this offer by referencing the discount code V489. Up to 2 children ages (2-12) may accompany each adult at half the regular full adult rail fare. This offer is valid for coach seats only, no upgrades permitted. Seating is limited. Seats may not be available on all trains at all times. Fares are subject to availability. This offer is valid for travel on the following selected Downeaster trains only: #681, #683, #686 and #688. Valid through September 31, 2014.

Over 30 Positions Available with BONNEY Staffing Center
BONNEY Staffing Center has over 30 positions available in the Seacoast and Southern Maine including 1st and 2nd shift Assemblers and Machine Operators.  For more information stop into their office at 2 International Drive, Suite 123 in Portsmouth or call (603) 430-2121.  Check Facebook for current job openings.
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