The Holidays in Henniker 

2012

SAT. DECEMBER 1, 2012  9AM-3PM

St. Theresa's Christmas Craft and Bake Sale

At St. Theresa's Parish, Old West Hopkinton Rd., Henniker NH.  Includes the famous cookie walk. More info at http://www.showerofroses.org/index.html.  

Visit the Historical Society's Gift tables at the Congregational Church Christmas Fair and at St. Theresa's Christmas Fair this coming Saturday, December 1st. Selection varies slightly at each Fair so check them both out for the gifts of your choice.

SAT. DECEMBER 1, 2012  9AM - 3PM

Congregational Church Christmas Fair

At the Congregational Church of Henniker on Maple Street (Route 114) in Henniker, NH.  Lunch will be served 11AM-2PM.  Raffles drawn at the end of the day.  More info at www.hennikerchurch.org 

• Local Crafters
• Large Penny Raffle with Theme Baskets
• Baked Goods, Table Quality
• Philippine Jewelry
• Premium Cheese
• Large Quilt Raffle
• Cookbook Table

SAT. DECEMBER 1, 2012   6PM

Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Free Family Movie Night!

Come watch a large screen viewing of "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer" at the Henniker Community Center located at 57 Main Street. Bring food, drinks, blankets and children and join us for a favorite holiday movie. The movie showing is courtesy of the Henniker Community Center Activities Committee. For questions please contact Shannon Camara at camaras70@yahoo.com.

SUN. DECEMBER 2, 2012   11AM - 2PM

Henniker Fire Auxiliary's

Annual Cookie Craze

at the Henniker Fire Station on Maple St. (Route 114).  Come and sample the variety of cookies to eat now or freeze for the holidays!  The Auxiliary provides food and beverages to fire, rescue, police, and highway personnel during emergency situations.  The Auxiliary also assists the fire department during situations such as the ice storm a few years ago, to provide food for those needing the fire station as shelter from the storm.  Your support is greatly appreciated. 

THURS. DECEMBER 6, 2012  9AM-4PM

5th Annual Festival of Lights

The 5th annual Festival of Lights event at New England College has come again! This year the Multicultural Education class, with the aid of TEACH and TEAMNEC (students traveling to Nicaragua for service learning in January) will be setting up booths to celebrate holidays of light. There will be food, activities, and a silent auction to benefit the Nicaragua trip. The silent auction will include items such as knitted items, gift certificates, jewelry, and other goods. All money raised at the silent auction will go to support travel expenses for the New England College students who will work with Outreach 360 to teach English to children in Jinotega, Nicaragua (one of the poorest cities in the Western Hemisphere) during winter break.  Learning English will give the Nicaraguan children more job opportunities in the future. If you would like to attend the Festival of Lights come by the Simon Center Great Room of New England College between 9 am and 4 pm on Thursday, December 6. The address is 98 Bridge Street, Henniker, NH 03242. If you have any donations for the silent auction drop them off before or in the first hour of the event.  Hope to see you there!

SAT. DECEMBER 8, 2012 1-4PM

Winter Harvest @ NEC

Join us at New England College's second annual Winter Harvest at the Simon Center, New England College. Stock up on fresh, local food from our farmers' market vendors, and get all your holiday shopping done locally! There will be fun for the whole family, with great children's activities sponsored by the NEC Environmental Action Committee. The event is free and open to the public. Enjoy!  Learn more, join the event, and help spread the word here: https://www.facebook.com/events/411955665543400/ 

WED. DECEMBER 12, 2012  5PM

Discovering Happiness Among Holiday Grief Presentation

Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association is offering a free presentation "Meaningful Remembrance: Discovering Happiness Among Holiday Grief in Henniker" on Wednesday, December 12 at 5 p.m. at White Birch Community Center, 51 Hall Avenue in Henniker.  In years past, the holiday season may have been a time for great anticipation and excitement, but in recent years the prospect of facing the holidays without your loved one may cause a variety of emotions - sadness, fear, hopelessness, stress, and frustration. Join us to learn helpful tips for handling the holidays. For more information, call (603) 224-4093 or (800) 924-8620, ext. 5815.

THURS. DECEMBER 13, 2012  6:30PM

Grades K-6 Holiday Concert

Come out and enjoy a sweet Holiday Concert put on by students in grades K-6 at the Henniker Community School on Western Ave.  Concert starts at 6:30 PM in the Gym.  

SAT. DECEMBER 15, 2012  10AM- 12Noon

Winter Wonderland - Photos with Santa

Come bring your own camera and take pictures with Santa!  Write a letter to Santa (or bring one you have already written).  Enjoy some cookies and a craft activity, too!  Sponsored by the Community Center Activities Committee.

SAT. DECEMBER 15, 2012  11AM- 4PM

Henniker Historical Society's

Annual Holiday Cookie and Bake Sale

at the Grange Hall, 21 Western Avenue. Large selection of baked goods and holiday gifts for sale, including a variety of one-of-a-kind photo paperweights, photo boxes as well as a new "Cats Meow" Cogswell Memorial School building replica.

SAT. DECEMBER 15, 2012  7PM

John Stark Regional High School's Music Department presents . . .Hand Bell Choir and More Performs a "Child's Christmas"

Nothing says the holidays like the sound of bells. Saturday, December 15th, you have a unique opportunity to help ring in the holiday season while benefiting a good cause. The John Stark music department is presenting a holiday fundraising concert featuring the Granite State Ringers hand bell choir, of which our very own Mrs. Lemay is a member! They will be performing "Child's Christmas" concert along with local Jazz Gospel group the Prodigals, featuring our own Ms. Jaworski and Mr. Williams. This family-friendly event will take place at 7 pm in the cafeteria at John Stark. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for students and seniors and $20 for a family of four or more. Children will have the chance to learn how to play the bells and perform with the Ringers! Holiday refreshments will be served during intermission. Proceeds from this event go towards the music department's spring trip to Pennsylvania. See Mr. Williams or Ms. Jaworski for details. Mark your calendars for Saturday, December 15th and help support John Stark music students. John Stark Regional High School is located south on Route 114, just over the Weare/Henniker line.

THUR. DECEMBER 20, 2012  1:00 PM

Holiday Silver Tea for 55+

At White Birch's Senior Center, 51 Hall Avenue. Enjoy tea/coffee, holiday treats, finger sandwiches, and the company of friends and neighbors. We might even sing a few songs. There is no charge, but reservations are required by Monday, Dec. 17th. Simply call (603) 428-7860.