I truly have received a warm welcome which speaks so very well of the community that exists here.  It is a pleasure to work for a community that has such terrific spirit and an abundance of community involvement.  All efforts will be made to continue this and to foster more involvement.  One such effort is that my door will always be open for citizens to present viable suggestions for community development and any other topics or concerns.  I am a firm believer in a teamwork collaborative type process to address issues and create solutions.  I plan to employ this process with citizens, businesses, staff and elected officials in most situations.

There are many town wide projects and initiatives of various sorts that are underway as a result of the community spirit that exists.  We will periodically report on these things in future editions of this newsletter so that these things will become common knowledge.

It is nearly Town Meeting and you are encouraged to participate in this unique form of democracy.  I recommend that interested readers look at the Town Warrant.  The Warrant describes the exciting endeavors that Henniker can embark upon, provided the voters are willing.  In general, appropriations are being sought for many new initiatives and projects.  For example; the engineering design is going to begin for the replacement of Western Avenue Bridge, improvements are going to be made at the library and on highway equipment, funds are going to be reserved for new fire / rescue equipment and revolving funds will be opened for various essential activities that will enrich the community.  We are envisioning a bright future during 2013 and beyond. 

Tom Yennerell

Town Administrator

The Henniker 7th graders will be selling refreshments at Town Meeting on March 16th. The meeting starts at 1pm in the school cafetorium.  They are raising funds for their trip to Washington DC.  

Please help them anyway you can!  Thank you from the students of the 7th grade. 

Want to do Your Part for Earth Day 2013? COMPOST YOUR YARD AND FOOD WASTE.  It's time for the annual ordering of compost bins, kitchen scrap pails, rain barrel systems and (NEW THIS YEAR) compost turners!  Orders are due MARCH 15, 2013.  Pick up your items at the Henniker Transfer Station April 13-14, 2013  between 11am and 1pm.  Questions?  Call Joan at (603) 496-1718 or email joconnornh@yahoo.com.  You can get your order forms online at the town website or pick one up at the Transfer Station.

Saturday, March 16, 2013 | Sponsored by Henniker Lions Club.  Seats are limited. Ticket sales end when bus is full! Reserve Your Seat Today! $45 per person includes the bus ride and an Admission Ticket to show!  Bus departs from the NH Park & Ride at Exit 2 on I-89 (Clinton Street exit) at 9 a.m. and return at 5 p.m.  Send a check payable to the Henniker Lions Club (with a self addressed, stamped envelope so that tickets can be mailed to you) to:  Henniker Lions Club, PO Box 808, Henniker, NH 03242.  Groups, please include a contact name, phone number or email & a list of all people in the group.  Questions? Contact Bruce Trivellini hennikerlionsclub@comcast.net.  

Kick Your Asana

Sunday, March 17, 9 - 11am

More movement, more asana, more challenge!  Join me in the morning on St. Patrick's Day for a physically challenging asana practice. This two-hour class will allow for additional sequences and more depth in our postures. Some yoga experience required.  Cost $15.

Meditation 101

Sunday, March 17, noon - 3pm

Fact: A daily meditation practice will decrease stress and increase emotional balance, relaxation and overall peace!  In this workshop we will explore different meditation techniques through guided meditations using the breath, mantra, visualization and cultivation of witness consciousness. Each guided meditation will be followed by a discussion with time for questions. We will also discuss some common obstacles in establishing a regular meditation practice and how to address them.

No previous meditation experience required. Cost $20. Classes held at 168 Maple St./Route 114, Henniker.  Contact Tracy for more details and to RSVP:  yogini_tracy @yahoo.com, 603-748-3030

www.yoginitracy.com 

Are You Talking to Me?  

The Language of Dogs and Cats

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

6:30 PM at the Tucker Free Library

Have you ever wondered what your pet was trying to say to you? Dogs and cats are talking to us all the time, but unfortunately their message often is lost in translation.  Come listen to Dr. Michell Posage explain how you can better understand your pet - which will lead to better trained animals and a stronger human-animal bond!

Preschool Story Time! Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 AM.  Meet other Henniker parents and let your children socialized with children their age.  Each week has a different theme, so no two weeks are the same. The books, songs and crafts are based on the weekly theme. Themes for the month of March include; oceans, friends, and airplanes!    Free and fun for everyone!

Terra Organics announces new CSA!  Terra Organics is a mother-daughter farm team. Denise and Monica Rico farm several acres of vegetables on the banks of the Blackwater River in Hopkinton, NH. Everything is grown using organic methods, and we are currently in the process of becoming Certified Organic.

What is a CSA?  Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a popular way for consumers to buy local, seasonal food directly from a farmer. The farm offers "shares" or "memberships" to the public; the consumer pays the farmer upfront and then receives a weekly box of produce throughout the season.

Why join a CSA?  By paying upfront, you support your farmer when they need it the most. The CSA model gives your farmer a jumpstart on their season, allowing them to purchase seed and hire employees.

As a CSA member, you are ensured a bountiful share of the harvest. You receive a weekly box of the produce that is in season at the time. This guarantees utmost freshness, and a wide variety of foods throughout the season.

Seeing your farmer every week allows you to get to know them, and gain a deeper understanding of where your food comes from and how it is grown.

Our 2013 CSA: 

• You choose one or both seasonal shares. You choose Full or Single share size.
• Summer Share (20 Weeks) Early June - Late October
• Fall Share (7 Weeks) November - Mid-December
• You choose your Pickup Day!

To become a member of our CSA or for more information, email us at terraorganicsnh@gmail.com or call Monica Rico 603.568.1562

Visit our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/terraorganicsnh

We look forward to feeding you!

Preschool: Henniker preschool is accepting applications for the 2013-2014 school year. Acceptance will be determined by availability.  Parents of Henniker children ages 3 and 4 should call the number below to register.  DEADLINE:  April 12, 2013.  Please note that a monthly tuition is charged for this program.  Please call Dale Ford at (603) 428-3476 to sign up.

Kindergarten: Parents of children entering kindergarten in September 2013 are asked to call Dale Ford at (603) 428-3476 by April 12th.  To enroll your child, you must verify Henniker residency and the child must be 5 years old by September 30, 2013.

First Grade: Children entering first grade must be 6 years old by September 30, 2013.  If your child has not been in the kindergarten program at Henniker Community School, you are asked to call Dale Ford at (603) 428-3476 to register your child.

Henniker Community School website:  

http://www.henniker.k12.nh.us/   

Attention Children of All Ages! Mark  Sunday April 28th on your calendars for the Henniker Lions Club second annual "Kite Day" and watch for details in the next issue of E-News!

Attention Runners and Walkers of All Ages! Mark  Sunday June 2nd on your calendars for the Henniker Lions Club third annual "Eye Run" and watch for details in the next issue of E-News! 

For a town this size, Henniker has a number of diverse businesses and professionals - most everything and everyone you need is right here!  You can get it in Henniker.  Also, many of our businesses use other local businesses as suppliers - farmers bring eggs to the farm store which sells them to the bed and breakfast who serves them to visitors who ski at Pats Peak and shop in Henniker's stores.  It's an economic circle in Henniker.

Even though New Hampshire winters may seem a bit dreary and terribly long, the variety of fresh, local foods available is amazing! Henniker is fortunate to have access to this food every week, all year long.

Currently at the market, you will find certified organic carrots, beets, winter squash, onions, turnips, parsnips, radishes, celeriac, potatoes, dried herbs, and garlic; Henniker-raised beef, poultry, pork, eggs; maple syrup and candies; goats milk soaps and lotions; fresh bread and other baked goods; preserves; raw honey; dog treats and bones; and more!

Henniker Community Market runs every Thursday 4:00 to 6:00 pm, in the Parish Hall at the Congregational Church of Henniker.

Like us on Facebook for regular market updates: www.facebook.com/hennikercommunitymarket

Town of Henniker, New Hampshire

Town Hall, 18 Depot Hill Road, Henniker NH 03242

Phone (603) 428-3221 / Fax (603) 428-4366

Email info@henniker.org

www.henniker.org

To be notified of upcoming deadlines for future issues

please send an e-mail to Nicole:  info@henniker.org.