Canterbury NH Community Newsletter

Remembering Wayne J. Blais

Wayne J Blais, of Canterbury, left this world unexpectedly on December 29, 2024. Wayne’s family meant everything to him and he was known for making sure his family and loved ones were always taken care of before himself. If you needed him for help, he was there, without question. He…
Sing Your Heart Out

The Quaker Meeting invites the community to join us for another edition of “Sing Your Heart Out.” Here’s our chance to gather together on a cold, dark night to add some light and song to our lives. Bring your “Rise Up Singing” and “Rise Again” songbooks (or borrow ours) and…
4H Meetings

Cloverbuds will meet on Feb.3, at 5pm.Rascals will meet Feb. 3 at 6:30pm. Both meetings take place upstairs in the Parish House.
Canterbury Community Farmers Market Welcomes NewBoard Members

It takes a dedicated team to run the Market, andthis year we are happy to welcome some newenergy to our Board! New Vendor Members:— Dale Cochrane (Sugar Bones Farm),— Tara Bartilucci (Big Trees Bread Company),— Jayne Hastings (Jayne Hastings Art) New Consumer Member: Steph Sosinski, who brings experience from their…
Update from Canterbury Community Power Committee

We hold our meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. In December, we had the pleasure of Sarah Brock, from Clean Energy NH, join our meeting! She shared a lot of valuable information that will help us going forward. We continue our search for Generation Grants for Renewable Energy Generation,…
Meet FOEPL – Friends Of Elkins Public Library

We are a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to support the Elkins Library. We raise funds through member dues, events, and campaigns. Then, we vote on purchase requests from library staff. Last year we gave nearly $6,000 to support a variety of programs! Beyond fundraising, members of FOEPL also maintain the…
February is “Love Your Library” Month!

SCHOOL VACATION WEEK SUPERHERO TEDDY BEAR SLEEPOVER:Wed., Feb. 26 at 5:30pm. Join us for a special story time with your stuffed animal. We will read some stories and tuck them in for a sleepover with Harold. On Thurs., Feb. 27 at 10am, come back to pick upyour stuffy dressed as a…
CES News

I am honored to share the history of the beloved Shaker Tree mural at Canterbury Elementary School, a timeless symbol of community spirit that continues to resonate even 30 years later. This mural, now a cornerstone of pride for the school, was created through the collective efforts of students, staff,…
Town of Canterbury News

OFFICE CLOSED: Town Office and Town Clerk/Tax Collector’s office will be closed on Mon., Feb. 17th for Presidents Day. PUBLIC HEARING: The Selectmen will hold a Public Hearing on the proposed 2024 Budget on Mon., Feb. 3, at 6:00pm at the Meeting House. KNOW before you GO: The proposed budget…
Thanks to Penacook Rescue Squad

They pick us up and get us there and make sure we are stable along the way!Ongoing THANKS to Canterbury Fire Dept. and Penacook Rescue While many residents of town are familiar with our excellent Canterbury Fire Dept. and first responders, perhaps not as many are aware that if you need…