Canterbury NH Community Newsletter

Remembering Cathy Borner, who loved all animals

Cathy Borner, 71, passed away July 22, 2024, in Hospice House at Concord Hospital. Her boundless energy slipped away after a two year tug-o-war with a rare incurable cancer. Born in Englewood, N.J., she grew up in Easton, Conn., where her love for all animals flourished. A gifted athlete and…
Shaker Village has new executive director

I am incredibly excited to announce the arrival of our new executive director, Erin Hammerstedt, this coming Sept. 3. Our Search Committee, led by Connie Roy-Czyzowski and Rachel Baker, conducted a robust and rigorous nationwide search with assistance and guidance from Museum Search and Reference. This process has brought Erin…
Trail Notes: A strenuous climb that sets the spirit free

The last years of our serious mountain hiking were on Lowe’s Path up Mount Adams. Lowe’s Path is one of the more strenuous climbs in the White Mountains and Adams ls second only to Mount Washington in height. Anne and I still had the strength and energy to backpack what…
The last show for the Wholly Rollers

The Wholly Rollers will perform their final show as a group on Sunday, Aug. 18, at 4 pm at Canterbury Shaker Village as part of the Music on the Green concert series. The group has played together for nine years and have performed regularly at the village since 2018.With roots…
Shaker Village opens special anniversary exhibit

Canterbury Shaker Village will launch a special exhibit, “Keeping Faith,” commemorating 250 years of Shakerism in America, with a members-only preview on Thursday, Aug. 8, at 3 pm and a public opening on Saturday, Aug. 10, at 1 pm. “We are showcasing some of the most significant objects in our…
It’s a beautiful day in Canterbury

Go find water, go find friends, and go find neighbors! ~ Anon-e-mouse
Blueberry Slam!

BLUEBERRY SLAM at the Canterbury Farmers Market, this Wednesday, July 31, from 4-6:30 pm. What could be better than fresh picked blueberries, freshly baked Swedish almond cake, and fresh whipped cream? All that’s happening together this week at the Farmers Market. –PLUS– This week is also the SUPER Market (more vendors!)…
Fantastic fair, fantastic faces!

Thanks to all of you noble Canterburians! We had another successful fair, despite the bus hiccup! You all rallied to make the best of it, using private cars and golf carts, we did what we do best: Make It Work!! Thanks for everything you did and do to make the…
Let the chicken barbecue begin!

Crew from Sunset Mountain Fish and Game Club built the barbecue pit this afternoon. They’ll be back in the early morning hours to light the fire and get the coals ready. What’s the secret to their delicious chicken? Well… It’s their secret sauce, of course! See you at the Fair,…
Almost here!

If books are piling up, orange lines are covering the center, parking signs are going up and the porta-potties are here, can the Fair be far behind?? That’s right! CANTERBURY FAIR, THIS SATURDAY, 9-4 ~ Beth Blair