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Community Eventsevents

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Saturday, October 18, 11am, Henry Law Park
The American Cancer Society's premier event to fight breast cancer, is a noncompetitive walk that raises awareness and funds to provide hope for all people facing the disease. For more information and to sign up click here. Please call George Samaras at 603-471-4113 or send an e-mail to [email protected] if you are interested in becoming a part of this year's walk..

GreekFest Greek Fest
Presented by the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Dover
Friday August 29th, 4pm-10pm
Saturday, August 30th, 11am-10pm

Hellenic Center, 219 Long Hill Road, Dover NH 
The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Dover, NH proudly presents our annual Greek Heritage Festival.  Come experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of Greece right here in southern New Hampshire.  Tireless volunteers have been hard at work preparing your favorite Greek food and pastries! Join them for delicious food, delightful drinks, and entertainment the entire family will enjoy.  
Citizens Leadership Academy presented by Centrix Bank
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce and the City of Dover partner to offer local residents a closer look at their community through the Dover Citizens' Leadership Academy. This program will increase citizens' knowledge of the Dover community and introduce them to opportunities to become more involved as active leaders in the community. The Citizens' Leadership Academy will feature discussions about local government and municipal operations and will introduce Dover citizens to opportunities to engage in shaping the future of our city by volunteering to join with others and participate as a member of one of many city boards, commissions and civic organizations. Only 25 spots available so register today!
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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 recommended and can be made by calling (603) 742-2218.
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.

 

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.

Theatre Unmasked presents: The Last Five Years
HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND! LIVE THEATRE! DINNER! DRINKS!
Theatre Unmasked works with Jennifer Bleiler and Brett Billings to bring you The Last Five Years. A beautiful contemporary musical that takes you on the roller coaster that is a relationship. Fall in and out of love with these two characters as they each show you in their own way everything that has happened in the Last Five years. Tell them that you saw it here and bring a guest with you and get $5 off their ticket price! Just say "I saw it in the Peek of the Week!" Shows Friday August 29th and Saturday August 30th at 8pm. Tickets only $20. Doors open at 7pm so come early and get dinner to make it a complete night out! Happening at the Chameleon Club located above Cara's Irish Pub on Fourth St.SEE YOU THERE!!
BOOKINGS  ABOUT THEIR SHOW  ABOUT THE PLAY  ABOUT THE UPCOMING MOVIE


Exctiting News from Childlight Yoga!

Childlight Yoga is now a registered yoga school (RYS) with the Yoga Alliance Organization. Yoga teachers who register with Yoga Alliance as a 200hr RYT are now able to earn the children's yoga teacher specialty designation of Registered Children's Yoga Teacher (RCYT) by completing ChildLight Yoga's 95 hr. Children's Yoga Teacher Training Program! Click here for more information!

Northeastern Ballet Theatre production of "Dracula" 
October 18 at 7:00pm at the Kingswood Arts Center in Wolfeboro
One night only! This ballet is like no other you will ever experience.  Tickets are $20-adults, $17.50-seniors/students, $60-family pack of 4.  Groups of 10 or more are eligible for a discounted rate.  For more information and to order tickets, please call (603) 834-8834 or visit www.northeasternballet.org.  Parental discretion is advised for children under 10. 

The Dover Public Library's "Artist of the Month" 
September's exhibit will feature the works of Dover resident Pete Dixon. Pete paints with acrylics because he finds them to be a very forgiving medium. He is largely self-taught, and credits the Dover Public Library with aiding his education by providing access to many art books in its collection. He is returning the favor by donating all proceeds from the sale of his displayed works to the Library.

Artstream Fall classes
Back to Afterschool Art

Register now for our upcoming Fall and Winter Art Classes beginning the week of September 8th! Ages 2 and up! Get on board early and get the best selection. Register with a friend and they will waive the registration fee.

Adult Classes and Workshops 
Begin the week of September 8th Sign up now to learn to paint, draw, work with clay or mixed media! Six week sessions get you immersed - or dabble with our Big Art Night to jump-start your creativity! Sign up with a friend and they will waive the registration fee. Sign up online here.

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Shopping, Sales & Specialsshop
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.

Share Your Love Story with the World at Jewelry Creations! 8/19 - 9/27  
More Bling for your Bucks! One ring purchase of $3500 or more - receive 
a $200 gift card towards your purchase. Two ring purchase of $4500 or more -
receive a $300 gift card towards your purchase. Three ring purchase of $5000 or more - receive a $500 gift card towards your purchase. 
Happiness is Giving - Donate your gently worn wedding dress and receive a $100 gift card to Jewelry Creations. Jewelry Creations will submit each donation to Brides Across America. Plus, receive two tickets to The Great Bridal Expo in Boston, MA Sunday, September 21st. Click here for more information.
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Local Dining & Club Music Listingsdining
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 

Weekly Specials at 7th Settlement!
Tuesday Community Cash-Every Tuesday save 25% off your bill by paying in cash or with Dover Dollars!
Wednesday Hump Day Trivia- Get your team ready, up to 6 people. We have lots of great prizes and some tough questions. 8 to 10pm every Wednesday
Thursday Acoustic Night- 7-10pm Every Thursday Local Musicians fill their mill with some great entertainment. Mug club members get half off appetizers!
Thursday 3 Course Special- For $19-$22 get a 3 course meal specifically paired with one of their hand crafted beers on tap
Sunday Benefit DaysAlmost every Sunday they partner with a Seacoast Non-Profit and donate 5% of their revenue from the day. Come learn and support what these great organizations are doing for the community!
Every Sunday 12-2- join them for FREE brewery tours.  For groups of 6 or more call ahead. Custom tours and $5 tours with tastings are also available upon request!
Every Saturday and Sundayfresh and local brunch specials including omelets, house made corned beef hash, bacon french toast, and much more...
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This Week at Sonny's Tavern

Thursday 8/28 Sonny's Laraoke w/ Erik Swanson. Raw bar $1 oysters all night

Sunday 8/31 Chris Claxton at Sonny's Jazz Series 7-10pm

Monday, 9/1 Zachs Trivia Night 8-10pm
Tuesday, 9/2 Fat Tuesday w/ the Soggy Po' Boys 9pm
Wednesday, 9/3 Bishop Green, Damn Garrison, Iron Chin 9pm
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.


8/30 & 8/31, 9-3pm The Garage parking lot and side garden

LABOR DAY WEEKEND!

Art and picture frames, lamps, decorations,

tools, furniture & MORE! 

In addition - vendors with fresh local fruits & vegetables will be set up in the garden

Patty B's is open for business at 34 Dover Point Road! Like them on Facebook if you haven't already, for further updates and details on their official grand opening!
Upcoming Events at  The Dover Brickhouse
Thursday, 8/27, 3pm- Wing Night
Sunday, 8/30, 9am- Singer/Song Writer Brunch
Sunday, 8/30, 9pm - Karaoke with DJ Erich Kruger
Tuesday, 9/2, 4pm - Taco and Tequila Night
Wednesday, 9/3, 7pm - Paint Nite
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Community Informationinfo

 

Amtrak Downeaster: 1-800-USA-RAIL; 

Train to Maine: Buy one, Get one Free. This offer is valid for one free companion rail fare with the purchase of one regular adult rail fare. Three 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.

Dover Adult Learning Center 

Registration for Fall Enrichment and Adult High School Classes at Dover Adult Learning Center is now open. Register online or call 603-742-1030. Browse the enrichment offerings online and be sure to check out some of the new art and crafting classes, as well as their full lineup of computer classes.  Catalogs may be picked up at the center at 61 Locust Street starting Tuesday September 2nd. 

 

Henry Law Park Renovation

Dover Parks and Recreation is now accepting donations through gofundme to finance the Henry Law Park renovations. To learn more about the project click here. 

Dover Womens Health Opens New Location

On August 11th, Dover Womens Health extended its high tech and high touch, woman-centered care to their friends in the Portsmouth Seacoast area. For more than ten years, Dover Womens Health has offered full-service OB/GYN care, spanning the spectrum from adolescence through menopause and beyond. Stay tuned for more announcements about their Portsmouth location, and a date to join them for an open house to meet their providers. To make an appointment, call 603-766-3947

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.  
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