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Community Events
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Dover Holiday Parade Celebrates Christmas Around the World
Sunday, November 30th, 2:30pm, Central Avenue, Downtown Dover
The Dover Holiday Parade, presented by the Dover Children's Center, will be filling downtown Dover with holiday cheer this Thanksgiving weekend. Spectators will line Central Avenue to check out participants decked out in this year's theme, Christmas Around the World, as well as the Parade's VIP - Santa Clause! For more information contact Melissa at (603) 742-7637 or email doverholidayparade@gmail.com
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"A Christmas Carol" Performance at the Dover Public Library December 2
On Tuesday, December 2 at 6:30pm, The Hampstead Stage Company will present an interactive version of Charles Dickens's "A Christmas Carol" in the Dover Public Library's Lecture Hall. This production will be performed by two professional actors, each playing multiple roles, and will also use children and adults from the audience. With realistic sets and costumes, and designed using extensive historical research, the Company's play is an original adaptation based directly on the literary classic. The one-hour performance will be followed by a question and answer session.
Celebrate NH Writers' Week at the Dover Public Library
If you love books or aspire to be a writer, the Dover Public Library is hosting a panel of published authors who will kick off NH Writers' Week, celebrating local authors. Each panelist will talk about his or her new book and answer your questions on Monday, December 1 at 6:30pm.
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December 5th, 4:30pm-9pm, Dover City Hall
The Dover Chamber of Commerce and its City Lights Committee are proud to present the 5th Annual Festival of Trees. The focus of the night is 30 trees decorated by local businesses and organizations on display and available to be taken home by the public through raffles and silent auctions. This event is free and open to the public all thanks to Kennebunk Savings!
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Dover Children's Home Christmas Concert
Sunday, December 7, 6:30pm, Dover High School Auditorium
Join The Dover Children's Home on Sunday for "A Child's Christmas in Dover", a special holiday concert by the talented choirs, bands, soloists, dancers, and bell choir of St. John's Methodist Church. Ring in the season with joyous, inspiring holiday music. Admission is by donation and all proceeds will benefit Dover Children's Home. Please contact Donna for more information at 603-742-4289, ext. 12 or dcoraluzzo@doverchildrenshome.org
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Chamber Seeking Nominations for Annual Awards
Nomination Deadline: Friday, December 12th
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Calling All Sponsors for Portsmouth Christian Academy Annual Auction
PCA's Annual Auction is their premier fundraising event attended by over 400 local business owners, families, and community leaders from the greater Seacoast NH area. In its 20th year, the event features more than 500 items including gift certificates, sports memorabilia, valuable furniture, collectibles, unique experiences, and more! You can feature your business by taking advantage of one of the sponsorship opportunities available. All proceeds from this event benefit PCA's Tuition Assistance Program, providing relief for needy families. Sponsorships like yours make it possible to underwrite expenses and ensure the highest possible benefit goes to our students. Help them out!
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SECOND ANNUAL ARTISAN CELEBRATION AND FAIR DEC 13TH
This year's Second Annual Artisan Celebration and Fair has been expanded to showcase approximately 30-juried artisans from the states of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Massachusetts. The Artisan Celebration and Fair will be held at Wentworth Greenhouses at 141 Rollins Road, Rollinsford, NH, from 9 am to 3 pm.Given an increased interest by area artisans to participate in the event, the Greenhouse is dedicating its Far East Greenhouse almost exclusively to this year's Fair. Music will be provided by The Salt River Band. The Second Annual Artisan Celebration and Fair is free and open to the public. More information, as well as a complete listing of artisans and their websites, can be found at their website.
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Get To It!
Want to win $500 to help with your holiday shopping? In order to help local businesses and customers identify the featured Get To It! parking areas that you may not have thought of using when heading downtown, the Get To It! Downtown Marketing campaign is putting on a weekly scavenger hunt on Thursdays between 12 and 4 pm. Participants can enter to win the $25 Dover Dollars weekly prize and entry to win the $500 Grand Prize. This weekly scavenger hunt will run on Thursdays through December 18th and the mayor will draw the Grand Prize winner from all entries on December 22nd. *The Scavenger Hunt resumes next Thursday with a new clue which you can receive on next week's Peek of the Week. You can still enter to win the Grand Prize this week by going to the Color Bar*
All you have to do is tune in to z107, 95.3 the Bull, The Bay 98.7 FM, the SHARK 102.1/105.3 FM and WOKQ between 11 am and 12 pm on Thursdays, follow the Dover Chamber and City of Dover on Facebook and Twitter or visit the Get To It website to find out the clue every week. The clue will direct you to one of the supplemental parking areas in downtown Dover that is now available during the development process where a representative from the city will have an entry form for you to fill out and bring to a local business that may use the particular lot!
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Dover Main Street Happenings
The Children's Museum Monthly Dollar Deal Night falls on December 5th. From 5:30pm to 8 pm everyone pays just $1 admission to come in and play. This coincides with Dover's tree lighting and Festival of Trees. Families are welcome to go in and out for the tree lighting and make the most of both events.
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Recreation, Leisure & Wellness
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November 27th, Thanksgiving Day at 8:30 am
The Dover Turkey Trot is the 11th and final race of the New Dover Race Series. Dover Turkey Trot will be a USAT&F Certified race course and will be timed by Granite State Racing Services. The race will begin and end on Shaw's Lane next to Garrison School in Dover, NH. The first 200 registered runners will receive a FREE Dover Turkey Trot t-shirt! Pre-registration is $20 or $10 for 4th grade and under. Both prices increase $5 on race day. Don't wait and miss out! Sign up today!
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Winter Workouts for Rowers (Past, Present, Future) by Great Bay Rowing
CrossFit trainer Eugene Kim and longtime junior program coach Holland Chadwick -- lead the workouts Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday mornings from 6 - 7:30 a.m. Session runs 12/2/14t hrough 3/26/15; registration cost is $300. For more information or to register, visit their website.
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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
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!
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Shopping, Sales & Specials
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 Remember All Those Tri-City Memories
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2015 Make-A-Wish Calendars Offer Chance to Meet LeAnn Rimes & Win Cash!
Holy Rosary Credit Union is once again selling Make-A-Wish Raffle
 Calendars for 2015 for $25. This is no ordinary calendar! Not only do the calendars support New Hampshire children with life-threatening medical conditions, but they also give you 367 chances to win cash prizes! That's right, for every day in 2015 one lucky calendar holder will win cash from $25 up to $500! Better yet, for every Make-A-Wish Calendar purchased at HRCU, you will receive an entry to win a meet and greet with LeAnn Rimes and a pair of front row tickets to see her perform at the Rochester Opera House on December 9th! Stop in to any HRCU branch today to purchase your calendars or contact Michael Mengers at mmengers@hrcu.org, (603) 332-6840 x2227.
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News From the Dover Flower Room
The Flower Room will be open on Thanksgiving Day from 9:00 - 12:00 and from 4:00 - 6:30 for your convenience. On Friday- Wear Plaid for a 10% discount throughout the store. Take pictures with Audrey II at their Plaid Friday Photo Booth. Free poinsettia with $50.00 purchase. Live boxwood tree making demonstrations all day on Plaid Friday. Shop five local Dover businesses on Plaid Friday to be entered into a drawing for a huge gift basket filled with prizes from your favorite downtown merchants. Look for posters in the window of your favorite merchant. Show your receipts and get a ticket. It's that easy. They want to reward you for your patronage. Basket includes gifts from Artstream Studios, Adelle's Coffeehouse, BellaViso Salon, Pear Tree Gifts, Cafe Ciabatta, The Flower Room, Monkey Treasures, 7th Settlement, Nicole's Hallmark, Kali Klass Boutique, Dover Wine and Brew, Chemistry Hair Studio, The Children's Museum of NH, and Alie Jewelers. Saturday. 10% off custom made wreaths. Open Sunday 12-5 Visit them while you wait for the parade to begin.
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They are gearing up for the holidays with some great offers!
- All November, book a 1 hour massage and receive 50% OFF your facial.
- Purchase a $125 Gift Certificate for only $100.
- Receive 15% OFF ALL laser hair removal single treatments or packages.
These specials will expire on November 30th, so call to book your appointments now! Don't forget to check out our holiday gift sets featuring our new skin care line, Farmaesthetics! Holiday shopping will be a breeze!
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Exciting Offer from Takeout Guys
With the holiday's right around the corner Takeout Guys understand that cooking is the last thing on your mind... That's why they want to offer you $5 off your next order! Simply enter the following promo code to save $5 off your order! Promo Code: C329066. Enjoy delivery from over 40 of the Seacoasts most delicious restaurants & while your at it make sure you indulge in some yummy chocolate treats from R&R Chocolate or Kilwins or BOTH!! Happy Holidays!
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20% Off All Canvas!
Get your home ready for the upcoming holidays with personalized canvas decor using your own photographs! Canvas Gallery Wraps are the most popular choice for customers who plan to hang their piece without a frame. Other styles are also available. Hurry! This limited time offer won't last long!
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Skin Health November Specials
PUMPKIN PEEL $80 back by popular demand this facial treatment will stimulate cell turnover and help to even skin tone leavening a fresh radiant complexion
BODY POLISH W/DETOXIFYING STEAM $100 full body exfoliation and rinse then a 15 minute steam treatment and end with a light massage
LASH EXTENSIONS just in time for the holidays first appointment only$150 thats a $50 savings
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Last chance for Holiday Family Portraits!
If you haven't had the chance to get family portraits done this fall season now is the time. Joy Jill Photography is having a day of mini sessions on Saturday, December 6th in Rochester. Sessions are 20 minutes long and begin every half hour from 8-4pm. They will have outdoor location and indoor studio available so this is happening no matter the weather! You will have a personal online gallery with the ability to order prints and Christmas Cards with ease. $40 per session. Please call or email to book your session! joyjillphotography@gmail.com 530.613.0262
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Take $10.00 off of a pumpkin enzyme facial or spa pumpkin pedicure. 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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Blown Away's Jolliest Holiday Shopping Event
Blown Away Beauty Salon is Hosting a the Jolliest Holiday Shopping Event of the Year!!! Join them on November 29th, 1-4pm. There will be local vendors including Pear Tree Gifts at Blown Away to make this event a one stop shop! Just for stopping by you will be entered into their Grand Prize Raffle for a basket valued over $150.00. There will be prizes drawn hourly, tons of great gift ideas, holiday deals, FREE gift wrap, yummy treats, and cocktails! Truly a Sip, Snack, and Shop Event! Don't miss out on the one time a year that Blown Away Gift Certificates are on SALE!! For any questions please contact samantha@blownawaydover.com
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Stop by today and check out their 33rd Anniversary Specials. Daily Jewelry Specials-33% off, gifts and contests and a drawing for a $330 gift card!
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Local Dining & Club Music Listings
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Blue is back from the brink and now open to all patrons! Come on out to reconnect with friends and family over some great food and seasonal martinis like the Autumn Leaf with Southern Comfort Lime or the Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream Vodka, Pumpkin Liqueur, and Bailey's. Enjoy your old favorite dishes like our Lettuce Wraps or try one of the new ones like our Ahi Tuna Tostadas or the vegan Spicy Thai Peanut Quinoa. And don't forget their slow roasted Prime Rib every Friday! On-line reservations recommended.
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Exciting News From the Outlook Golf Course
299 Portland Street/Rt 4 South Berwick, ME
The Links at Outlook Golf Course's NEW Outlook Tavern restaurant is excited to announce we will  remain OPEN YEAR ROUND. Come warm up by our fireplace and enjoy some great pub menu. The Outlook Tavern winter hours will be Wed- Sunday. Sunday Brunch will be offered in the Tavern 10-2pm.
The Outlook Tavern is located behind The Red Barn in The Pro Shop building. Book your Holiday Party small or large we offer two great spaces for your event in The Outlook Tavern, or our Red Barn. Winter Activities Coming Soon: X-Country Skiing, Snow Shoeing, Sledding, & Skating
Happy Hour - Wednesday to Friday, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Tavern Sunday Brunch 10-2pm.
The Red Barn- " Brunch with Santa" Dec. 14 & 21, 10-2 p.m.
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What's New at Patty B's?
Patty B's on Dover point Road now offers a function room.
Book your holiday event now before the dates are all taken. Our function room will hold up to 40 people. Also taking orders for your favorite desserts and platters.Patty B's 34 Dover Point Road 749-4181
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Book Your Holiday Party!
For your business team, family, or friends enjoy the holidays with our handcrafted beer and food. Book their brewpub space or an adjacent private space. They will also come to you and cater at your business, home, or event space.
- Unique experience with brewery tours and tastings available
- Custom menus, drink specials, and options to suit your needs
- In their brewpub, adjacent private function room or they'll come to you!
Upcoming Events:
The Holidays Made a Little Easier
From their artisan kitchen to yours...
Pre Order Your Holiday Meals! - Click here to see their pre-order menu of turkey brines, prime rib rubs, dinner rolls and other baked goods, as well as holiday classics like green bean casserole. Place your order soon and they'll have it all prepared for you to grab and go with heating instructions. Don't forget your gift cards - Stop in or call for mailing any dollar amount of a gift card. It's a great gift to pair a 7th Settlement Pint Glass, T-Shirt, Sweatshirt, Hat or Growler of beer!
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Thursday, 11/27 CLOSED
Sunday, 11/30 Sonnys Jazz Dinner 7-10pm w/ MMF
Monday, 12/1 Zachs Trivia Night 8-10pm
Tuesday, 12/2 Fat Tuesdays w/Soggy Po Boys 9pm
Wednesday 12/03 Seth on Gray Street w/ DJ Myth, Dustcloud 10pm
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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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Governor's Inn Performances!
Now that its Ballroom has been equipped with a fire sprinkler system which
allows for more extensive live entertainment indoors, The Governor's 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!
There are a few tables left! Thurs. Nov. 27 11am - 3pm An elegant served dinner with a choice or combination of: Prime Rib, Haddock, Turkey, Pork Loin, Butternut Ravioli, all the fixings and fabulous desserts! They are open on Wed. 11/26 - the night before Thanksgiving - In both Spaulding Steak & Ale and The Garage - with food & drink specials and live music in The Garage!
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Portable Pantry Holiday Menu
Order by Monday, November 24 for Thanksgiving. Enjoy all the classic delicious dishes of Thanksgiving without all the work! Click here to see the full Portable Pantry Holiday Menu!
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Community Information
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SCORE Workshop: Small Business Marketing: Brand, Positioning & Campaigns
Wednesday December 10th 6-9pm
Location: SCORE 215 Commerce Way, Suite 420, Portsmouth, NH
Whether you are just starting out or have been in business for a while, this workshop will help you create a successful marketing plan. You'll learn how to develop your company's image, position your products and services in the market, and identify prospects that are most likely to make a purchase. Learn how to harness traditional marketing channels (from newspaper and broadcast to direct mail). Explore how these media are being challenged by social media, internet search, SEO and viral strategies. How do you get the most impact from your marketing investment? This workshop is free of charge. For more information or to reserve a seat, call SCORE at (603) 433-0575 or visit their website.
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St. Thomas Aquinas High School Adult Education Class Announced
St. Thomas Aquinas High School offers a program of evening Theology classes for adults in the Seacoast region who desire to continue their education in the Catholic faith. The courses are designed for those who are interested in deepening their understanding of their Faith, Scripture and the Church. They may also be of interest to catechists who would like to further their understanding of the issues they teach to children, adolescents, or adults in the R.C.I.A. program. The cost is $30 with cost reductions for financial hardship. Contact Dr. Paul DiPietro at pdipietro@stalux.org for more information or to register.
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City of Dover Offering Valet Parking in Downtown Dover This Weekend
In anticipation of a busy holiday season for downtown Dover businesses, the City of Dover will provide complimentary valet parking service for users of the Orchard Street parking lot each Friday and Saturday starting on Nov. 21. The program will last five weeks, concluding on Saturday, Dec. 20. Visitors to any downtown business, including bars, restaurants and stores, are welcome to enjoy this free service. Atlantic Parking Services will have valets stationed in the loading area on Orchard Street, in front of the Orchard Street Chop Shop and The Brick House, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. each night. There is no cost to motorists. Tipping valet drivers is optional. This complimentary valet service is the part of the "Get to It!" initiative, which aims to keep visitors informed about available parking throughout the downtown during the construction of a new police station and public parking garage on Orchard Street.
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2014 United Way Holiday Guide to Giving and Volunteering
It's Time to Help Those in Need!
The 2014 United Way Holiday Guide to Giving and Volunteering has landed and, as always, it's packed with opportunities for you to help people in need through our local nonprofit organizations. Get together with co-workers, friends or family. Adopt a family. Collect and/or distribute food baskets. Purchase gifts or much needed gift certificates. Wrap presents. Download or view the Guide at www.uwgs.org/holidayguide
Tips for using this guide
- Use the Quick Finder on page 3 to quickly find categories of need.
- Form a group of friends or coworkers to "adopt" a family or individual.
- Start a collection drive and list items needed and the recipient agency.
- Take up a collection to purchase much-needed gift certificates or vouchers.
- Remember: most agencies need assistance prior to the holiday, not the day of.
Produced by United Way of the Greater Seacoast. Sponsored by Federal Savings Bank and Hawthorn Creative.
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Amtrak Special
For a limited time the Amtrak Downeaster is offering $5 weekday fares from Dover, NH & Brunswick, ME or point in between. For more info visit their website.
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