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September 25th to
October 1st
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Community Events
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 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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Kids Fall Consignment Sale
The Childrens Museum of New Hampshire is having its Fall Consignment Sale of children's clothing and gear. The sale will be held at the Hellenic Center at 219 Long Hill Road in Dover. The sale is open on to the public on Saturday, October 4 from 9:30 am - 4 pm and on Sunday, October 6 from 10 am - 1 pm. Past sales have featured more than 10,000 items. People who consign items will earn 60% of the revenue from their sold items. The remaining net proceeds will benefit the Children's Museum of NH and its vital education and outreach programs.
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October 1st, 133 Brock Street, Rochester, 4:30pm-7pm
Join HRCU for an educational Home Buyers' Fair! Free and open to the public, this fair will acquaint you with the home buying process or update you if it has been a while since you've purchased a home. Numerous Experts will be on-hand to answer all your home buying questions. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. To RSVP, please call (603) 332-6840. Any questions, please call Kim Lindquist at (603) 509-1260.
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Dover Professional Firefighters Local 1312 and Dover Professional Fire Officers Local 2909 are partnering with Operation Warm. They are committed to providing brand-new winter coats for at least 200 local children. Please join them in their fight against poverty: Donate here and attend:
Fundraiser # 1 will be held at the Thirsty Moose Taphouse at 83 Washington Street on Wednesday, September 24th, 2014 from 6-9pm. 10% of the proceeds from the night during that time period will be donated to the fundraiser. Door prizes and a bracelet system upon entry for discounted drinks are in the works at this time. Please come out and join them for this family event.
Fundraiser # 2 will be held at Dover Bowl on Sunday, October 5, 2014 from 11am-1pm. $100 per team, max of 5 people per team. The owner has offered to shut down the facility for them to use exclusively during this time period with all proceeds going towards Operation Warm. If they can sell out this event we have the potential to raise upwards of $2200-$2600 with this one event!
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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. Questions can be directed to the Foundation Office at (603) 740-2687
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Please join their walking team "SAY TATA TO BREAST CANCER" on Saturday, October 18 in Dover to support Making Strides Against Cancer!To register click here, choose making Strides of Dover. Join their team (SAY TATA TO BREAST CANCER) Create an account and start fundraising, so we can all "say tata to breast cancer!" If you have any questions please feel free to give them a call at 603-749-9728
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 Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash
September 29, 2014 from 5pm-7pm
Chirp and chillax with Business NH Magazine and hundreds of the state's top companies at the annual Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash. Formerly the Private 100 Reception, the Ultimate Biz(NH) Bash will not only provide you with the opportunity to mingle with NH's Top 100 Private Companies, Five Fastest Growing Companies, and 10 Companies to Watch, but you will also have the opportunity to meet NH's Top Family-Owned Businesses and Top Women-Led Businesses at this fun and productive event!
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Healthy Living Series
Thursday, November 13th, 5:30pm-8:30pm
Join the American Lung Association and Balance A Women's GYM for their Healthy Living Series.. The event will take place at 125 Brewery Lane in Portsmouth, and will feature local experts in nutrition, pilates, cycling and outdoor winter activities to share tips and tricks for maintaining a healthy lifestyle through the fall and winter months. This event is free and open to the public. For more information or to RSVP, email CycletheSeacoast@LungNE.org
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First Annual Charity Bike Ride
The Monarch School of New England, the Rochester Main Street Program
and the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce host the first charity bike ride in Rochester, New Hampshire. On Saturday, October 11, the Monarch School of New England the Rochester Main Street Program and the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, will host the first charity bike ride to be held in Rochester, New Hampshire. The ride will end with a party in downtown Rochester during the city's fourth annual "October Festival. For more information visit their website!
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Recreation, Leisure & Wellness
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Pine Hill Cemetery Tour
Saturday, September 27th, 10:30am
Ricker Memorial Chapel, 131 Central Ave, Dover, NH 03820
The Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce offers its second of two Guided Walking Cemetery Tours. Walkers will meet at the Ricker Memorial Chapel for a tour that will take approximately 90 minutes. Reservations are $8 per person, $10 day of. Please arrive 10-15 minutes ahead of time. Cash only for day of sales. A water bottle and sneakers are recommended. Call (603) 742-2218 for more information or to make reservations. It's the last Walking Tour of the season so don't wait any longer!
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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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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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My OmAbilities Yoga Classes for Children with Special Needs starting on Monday at ChildLight Yoga! Grades K-5 at 4:00-4:45pm & Grades 5-8 at 5:00-5:45pm. An accessible program designed to meet each child exactly where he or she is. Private class sessions also available. Please visit their webpage for more information on their special needs programs. ChildLight Yoga offers classes for the whole family- visit their website and find us on Facebook to stay tuned!
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Paint Nite Presented by The Regatta
Join Paint Nite Portsmouth next Thursday, October 2nd from 7pm to 9pm! Drink - Paint - be Merry! Be sure to use the coupon REGATTA20 when signing up to receive $20 off!
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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 24- Jennifer Seavey, Shoals Marine Lab: 48 years of Marine Science
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September 19th through October 4th
Garrison Players open their season with the American farce "Sex Please We're Sixty" by Michael Parker and Susan Parker, directed by Carol MacDonald. Mrs. Stancliffe's Rose Cottage Bed & Breakfast has been successful for many years. Her neighbor, Bud Davis (Bob Boucher), believes the female guests come to spend time with him. The prim Mrs. Stancliffe (Carol Adams Bitov) reluctantly accepts that "Bud the Stud" is, in fact, good for business. Her other neighbor Henry Mitchell (Steve McNally) is a retired chemist who has developed a pill to increase the libido of menopausal women.
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Sole City Dance presens Ruth Ann Bleau
Artist Ruth Ann Bleau is showing her work " Acrylic Paintings Inspired by Nature" at Sole City Dance through October 1st. The studio is located at 187 Rte 108 in Somersworth and it is open from 3:30 -7:00 M-Thurs, Friday until 6:00 andSaturday until noon. The studio number is 603-750-7777 for more information.
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Sunday, September 28th, 2pm
James and Marie Locke bring the fascinating World of Magic for kids and families to the Rochester Opera House.This show is sponsored by TD Bank, Albany International and Foster's Daily Democrat. Purchase tickets by calling or stopping by the box office (603) 335-1992, Monday, Wednesday or Friday from 10-5 and one hour before the show. The Rochester Opera House is located in City Hall, 31 Wakefield Street, Rochester NH. Check out their website for a full listing of performances!
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So You Think You're A Star?
Friday, November 14, 6:30pm-Dover High Auditorium
Prove it at CAP's lip sync contests. For guidelines and to purchase tickets visit their website. Entry forms due by October 15! Questions can be emailed to Suzanna Weste.
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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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 Kick Off Jewelry Creations 33rd Anniversary!
Join them on Apple Harvest Day (10/4)! Jewelry Creations is celebrating its 33rd anniversary and would like to share this special time with all their customers. Jewelry Creations will have hundreds of items red tagged 33% off throughout the store to celebrate! Purchase a SALE item and receive 1 entry into the Anniversary Drawing
Purchase a FULL PRICED item and receive 2 entries into the Anniversary Drawing
Prizes will include:
* First Prize: 3 Alex and Ani Bracelets
* Second Prize: A Mi Moneda Necklace valued at $300
* Grand Prize: 3-$300 gift certificates to Jewelry Creations
Drawing will be announced the following weekend
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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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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, 9/25 Sonny's Karaoke is Real 9pm
Friday, 9/26 Rockabilly Luau
Saturday, 9/27 Idiot Gives, SUper Dude
Sunday, 9/28 Sonnys Jazz Series Mike Walsh 7-10pm
Monday, 9/29 Zachs Trivia Night 8-10pm
Tuesday, 9/30 Fat Tuesdays w/ the Soggy Po' Boys 9pm
Wednesday, 10/1 Chris Klaxton
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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, 9/25, 3pm- Wing Night
Friday, 9/26, 9pm- Sygnal to Noise
Monday, 9/29, 4pm - Mug Club Member Night
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Every Monday - Extreme Music Trivia (Bingo Style) with DJ Kelly Elliott
It's Name That Tune meets Trivia meets Bingo It's Fun Fun Fun Mondays 4:00pm - 6:00pm Chili's Happy Hour 14 Weeks Lane Dover, NH All you can eat Fajita's and Drink Specials And Mondays 7:00pm - 9:00pm Tough Tymes Grill & Pub 221 Rochester Road (Rt 202) Northwood, NH Mention "Peek of the Week" and get an extra playing card! For more information Call DJ Kelly Elliott at 603-312-2247
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THE PORTABLE PANTRY HAS MOVED! They are now in Dover in the McConnell Center at 61 Locust St.(next to the Dover Library) Their phone number has changed as well - you can reach them at 516-5554. Check out their website for weekly specials!
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Community Information
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Exciting Fall Classes at Dover Adult Learning Center
Dover Adult Learning Center is offering a wide array of classes for the fall, so there is sure to be something that will interest you! How about Reiki for Beginners? Reiki is one of the simplest, most powerful healing techniques for pain, stress, anxiety, and more; class begins October 20. Or perhaps you'd like to improve your sign language skills? Intermediate American Sign Language starts on October 9 and emphasizes learning the basic person-to-person conversation signing skills - plus you'll learn over 1,500 vocabulary items! We're also offering computer classes such as Windows 7, being held on November 17, which teaches how to create and manage folders and documents, and how to use common tools and shortcuts.
For more information on these and other classes, or to register, please visit their website or call 603-742-1030.
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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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New Supervision and Communications Training this Fall
at Great Bay Community College Smart Supervision and Communication for Positive Results classes have been added to the fall line-up of non-credit training at Great Bay Community College. Students in these highly interactive, dynamic and fast-paced courses will learn and apply strategic techniques to implement change resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction. Program starts with Basics in Supervisory Skills at the Rochester campus October 1 Tuesday mornings 9-12. For more information visit their website or call 427-7651
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Check out New England Tutors Latest Classes
New England Tutors will be hosting 3 Health Education Classes this fall for students with Social Skills Deficits (Autism, Asperger's, Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities). The course is 5 hours and will be offered as either five 1-hour classes on Thursday afternoon's, or as a 5-hour session on Saturday's. For detailed information on course content, or for any questions regarding the course, please click here email allison@netutors.com
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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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