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Peek at the Week:
September 11th to
September 17th
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The Sponsor Spotlight
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Community Events
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Wentworth Home
 Invites you to celebrate Assisted Living Week Thursday, September 11th 5-7pm Enjoy wine, beer and wonderful hors d'oeuvres Crafted by their own Chef Wayne $50 Gift certificates drawn every ½ hour. Exhibition Tables will be available for Business Partners to share promotional information about their services. Please take this occasion to visit their beautiful home, mingle with great company and enjoy excellent food! Please RSVP by Monday, September 8th, 2014. Call Kirstin at 742-7406 or e-mail her. |
 Seacoast Irish Fest!
September 27th, 12pm-6pm
Tickets for Seacoast Irish Fest are on sale now and can be ordered in advance for $15 online or purchased at the Dover Chamber of Commerce and Nicole's Hallmark in Downtown Dover. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate the day of the event for $20. Kids 12 and under are admitted free of charge. There is also the opportunity to become a Friend Of The Festival and receive 2 general admission tickets, 2 Commemorative T Shirts, a listing in the program and more!
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Toddlerfest at Children's Museum of New Hampshire
September 13th through September 28
Now that big kids are back in school, the Children's Museum of NH has created two weeks of events focused on children who are preschool age and younger. The museum's fourth annual Toddlerfest takes place during the last two weeks of September and includes different activities and special guests each day, culminating with the museum's 31st birthday celebration on Sunday, September 28.
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Recreation, Leisure & Wellness
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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.
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Register for the Apple Harvest Day 5K!
Saturday, October 4th, 8am-River Street, Downtown Dover
Join us as we kick off the 30th Annual Apple Harvest Day with the 6th Annual Apple Harvest Day 5K underwritten by Pain Care and Salmon Falls. Last year over 800 runners participated. Don't be left out!
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 Celebrate Pink 5K Run and Walk
September 13th, 9am-12pm, Portsmouth Middle School
Now in it's 6th year the Celebrate Pink 5K Run & Walk benefits My Breast Cancer Support - an independent NH non-profit organization that provides tangible and practical support to breast cancer patients throughout the Greater Seacoast NH/ME area. Runners and walkers of all ages and levels are encouraged to join us for this fun and inspiring event! You'll enjoy music, a Fun Run, vendors, food and more! |
Exctiting News from Childlight Yoga!
Register now for Fall classes at ChildLight Yoga, including prenatal, mom & baby, tots, kids, pre-teen and our NEW classes- family yoga, yoga for children with special needs, yoga for young athletes, and the soon-to-be launched yoga for adults and teens! Visit our website for class schedules and registration, special events, Parent's Night Out Fridays, and a new Mindful Parenting Series . Click here for more information!
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Half Price Sails Wednesday Evenings!
$15 sail tickets and a $5 off coupon to Portsmouth Brewery every Wednesday night! Join us for our Evening Contemporary Coastal Issues Speaker Series! Interesting, fun and informative, a great way to spend a Wednesday evening. Thanks to RBC Wealth Management, NH Coastal Program and Portsmouth Brewery for our special pricing! .Click here to purchase tickets. Sept 3 - Jeff Barnum, Great Bay/Piscataqua Waterkeeper: Emerging Issues in the Estuary Sept 10 - Jeff Bolster, UNH Historian: Human Impact on the Fisheries in the Age of Sail Sept 17- David "Lou" Ferland, Retired Portsmouth Police Chief: Entertaining History of Portsmouth's Waterfront Sept 24- Jennifer Seavey, Shoals Marine Lab: 48 years of Marine Science
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Author Helen Peppe kicks off Friends' "Cultural Series" Program
Dover Library, September 16, 7pm
The Friends of the Dover Public Library are pleased to present the first program in their fall "Cultural Series" at the library. On Tuesday, September 16 at 7pm, come for an entertaining talk by Helen Peppe, author of the memoir "Pigs Can't Swim." For more information on this free program, call the Dover Public Library at 603-516-6050.
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Octoberfest!
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PaintNite
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Shopping, Sales & Specials
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Farmers' Market Listings: 
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 Remember All Those Tri-City Memories
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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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Visit them today and spend $50.00 or more and receive $10.00. Make sure you tell them you saw it in Peek at the Week! Bellaviso is located at 11A Main Steet, Dover, NH 03820. Visit their website for more information!
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September 12 from 430pm-8pm
Blown Away Beauty Salon is now OPEN and happy to see new clients! Blown Away is a full service hair and nail salon conveniently located on Broadway across from Red's Shoe Barn. Hours are Monday- Friday 9am-8pm and Saturday 9am-3pm. Save the Date for their Grand Opening celebration on September 12th from 5-8pm.The first 35 people to RSVP will receive a free Beauty Bag. There will be treats, drinks, and door prizes to celebrate. Email Samantha Mason or call her at 603-842-4700 for more information or to RSVP.
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Blue Dolphin Breast Cancer Awareness
Check out Blue Dolphin's Breast Cancer awareness special coming up this October. Whether it's water bottles or tote bags, Blue Dolphin has just the thing for Breast Cancer Awareness month.
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Local Dining & Club Music Listings
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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
Wednesday - Ladies 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
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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 Days- Almost 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 Sunday- fresh and local brunch specials including omelets, house made corned beef hash, bacon french toast, and much more...
*Also check out their events calendar here!
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Thursday, 9/11 Sonny's Karaoke is Real w/ host Erik Swanson 9pm
Saturday, 9/13 Sex Pistols photo show w/ Joe Stevens 8pm
Sunday, 9/14 Sonnys Jazz Series w/ Steve Carter 7-10pm
Monday, 9/15 Zachs Trivia Night 8-10pm
Tuesday, 9/16 Fat Tuesdays w/ Soggy Po Boys 9pm
Wednesday, 9/17 Jazzputin covers Harry Nilssons' The Point 9pm
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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.
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Governors Inn Performances!
Mark Your Calendars!
Now that its Ballroom has been equipped with a fire sprinkler system which allows for more extensive live entertainment indoors, The Governors Inn is booking year-round shows with some dynamite bands and acts from Boston and across New England! Full bar & food available during performances. Full meal service available during comedy and Dueling Piano nights. Call or pick up tickets today!
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Thursday, 9/11, 3pm- Wing Night
Monday, 9/15, 4pm - Mug Club Member Night
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Community Information
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Wedgewood Graphic Design Workshop Series
Wedgewood's Small Business Workshop Series is designed to help local businesses get competitive and successful by providing content and tools to help them grow and prosper. Attendees will gain insights into how to identify their prospective customers, attract them to their business and sell products and services more effectively. For course descriptions and sign-up info please visit their website. Seating is limited so all workshops seats are available on a first come first serve basis. Workshops will be held at the Dover Chamber of Commerce, Central Ave. Dover NH.
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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.
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Fall Learning Opportunity in the Arts
September 16, 2014, 3:30-5pm
Community Partners 113 Crosby Rd. Dover, NH
Sarah Haskell is a seasoned educator who easily communicates with people of all ages and abilities. Using readily available, inexpensive materials and equipment, she teaches how weaving is a language that can be used to express feelings, thoughts and stories. Using found papers, participants will learn practical and creative ways to weave including using papers that participants will draw or write upon. All workshops are free of charge. To register email Jane Hamor or call 603 516-9331,
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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.
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