Canterbury NH Community Newsletter

Canterbury Memorial Day Service, Mon., May 25, 10am at the Bandstand

Let us gather to remember and recognize America’s veterans who died while serving in the United States armed forces. This year we will honor the fallen with our traditional ceremony in front of the Bandstand. The BHS band is unable to march this year. If you are interested in participating in…
Free Tick Information and Presentation,  Wed., May 6, 6pm, Town Hall

If you’ll be out in the garden, you’ll want to come to this! In observance of Lyme Disease Awareness Month, Lyme Disease Ecologist, Kathie Fife, will deliver a one-hour presentation and discussion on tick identification and testing, including a screening of a 9-minute video detailing the fascinating life cycle of…
Annual Plant Swap, Wed., May 6, 5:30-7pm

Meet up in Canterbury Town Center. Bring bare root perennials, house plants, seedlings. Nothing to share? That’s OK — You are welcome to come and “talk plants”, ask questions and take something home! For more info, please call Meg Miller, 603-387-1366
Welcome Back to Hummingbirds!

If you welcome hummingbirds to your yard each season, be sure to have feeders out by Mother’s Day. To follow their migration along the East Coast, search online for “hummingbird migration tracker.” Nectar is easy to make: mix 4 parts hot water with 1 part granulated white sugar. Stir until…
Garden Club, Sat., May 23, 10am

Can you say Hügelkultur? Pronounced “hyoo-gul-kulture,” meaning “mound culture.” This is a centuries-old German gardening technique to make raised beds filled with rotting wood, and organic waste. These self-watering, self-fertilizing, and self-tilling mounds, often used in permaculture, offer superior nutrient-rich soil, retain moisture, and extend growing seasons through decomposition heat.…
Tues., May 19, 11am-1pm

Join Canterbury’s Polished Silver, a senior social group! Lunch (salads, dessert, and beverage) will be provided at NO CHARGE to Canterbury Seniors. Donations are always gratefully accepted. We are delighted to have some special guests from Canterbury Elementary School. Kindly let us know if you will be attending by May…
It’s been an exciting month for Pack 296, and we’re proud to share the highlights!

Scouts across all ranks were busy completing adventures:  Lions tackled “Pick My Path,” Tigers  reached for the stars with “Sky Is the  Limit,” Wolves explored aviation through  “Air of the Wolf,” and Webelos sharpened their skills in “The Chef’s Knife.” As a pack, everyone also completed the “Race Time” adventure —leading…
Loudon Food Pantry

We supply food to anyone who qualifies and lives in Canterbury, Belmont, Chichester, and Loudon NH. There is never any fee or charge for receiving food. All food given out by appt. only. How we helped our communities In February 2026 Loudon Food Pantry gave out enough food to 271…
Canterbury Fund: Time for Students  to Apply (Deadline May 31)

The Canterbury Fund is a charitable trust, administered by the Trustees of the Canterbury United Community Church who are authorized to act also as Trustees of the Canterbury Fund. The Canterbury Fund is primarily funded through the Canterbury Fair. The Declaration of Trust of the Canterbury Fund, as amended, states…
What-Not Drop Off and Volunteer Times

We’re back at Town Hall this year — it’ll be cozy, but fun! Sunday, June 28, Move tables and set up, after church. Donation Drop Offs, Sorting & Pricing: — Mondays July 6, July 13 & July 20 // 4-7pm — Wednesdays July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22 // 4-7pm…