Canterbury NH Community Newsletter

Remembering Sean Williams, 1960-2024

Sean Kenneth Williams, 64, who grew up in Canterbury, passed away on Sept. 9, 2024. Born on May 23, 1960, in Concord, Sean was known for his wit, dedication, and strong convictions. He spent his life working and helping others, always striving to make a positive impact. Sean graduated from…
Canterbury Garden Club returns with two meetings!

It’s all about the herbs: On Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 6 pm in the Parish House we will be having our first meeting of the season and taking a dive into the benefits of herbs! Herbs –flowering, aromatic, culinary, medicinal — are widely planted in permaculture. Learn why they’re helpful,…
Three Cheers for the Beaver Deceivers

Lance Messinger, Bob Fife, Tom Osmer, Geoff “Hubbs” Hubbell and Steve Seron met one Saturday in August at the Kimball Pond dam and re-installed the “beaver deceiver.” Bob cut the cable ties holding the two sections of the deceiver pipe where it lay downstream in the woods and we carried…
Come hear our candidates for the Legislature

Save the date – Thursday, Oct. 27 – for a bipartisan candidate forum for our local candidates for state Senate and state House from both the Republican and Democratic parties, to be held from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Town Hall. Moderated by Canterbury Town Moderator Jim Miller. Look…
Treasures await you at Da Dump!

Treasure House Update: Open Saturdays 10-2. Volunteers are needed. Meet your neighbors! Only 2 hours/month. Get first pick of the intakes. Stop by and/or Sign up. Kids: folding white boards, folding stroller, puzzlesFurniture: 3 colonial chairs, 2 wicker carry chairsHome: quilt rack, baskets, treasure boxesSports: skis, fishing poles, rowing machine, rubber bootsGeneral: walkers, racks … floor,…
A busy first month at CES!

Canterbury Elementary School staff were thrilled to welcome students for the first day of school on September 3. Building classroom communities: CES staff members discussed our Hopes and Dreams for our students this year, and classroom teachers have led their learners through discussions and activities in order to allow each student…
Time to remove decorations from Maple Grove

It is requested that artificial flowers, flowerpots, artificial lighting including solar-powered lights, garden decorations (including wind spinners, wind chimes, plaques, etc.) and like items be removed from the Maple Grove Cemetery by Nov. 1 for the annual fall cleanup. Any items that are deemed to be obtrusive to the maintenance…
Shaker Village hosts Artisan Market on Saturday, Sept. 14

On Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 am to 4 p,, Canterbury Shaker Village will host its annual Artisan Market, featuring handcrafted goods and the opportunity to explore the village grounds. The market will feature approximately 20 vendors selling a wide range of items, including fine art, textiles, photography, woodworking, ceramics,…
See you at the fall festival at CES!

Join the Canterbury Elementary School PTO (CES Advocates) for an afternoon of fall fun on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 3-5pm. Bring the family, a friend, or fly solo at this community event geared towards all ages. Check out some of the fun things planned: – Chili Cook-Off and tastings- Costume…
Travels with Count Rumford

A spy, a lover, a scientist, an inventor, and a diplomat, Benjamin Thompson, the American-born Count Rumford of Concord, lived a complex and controversial life. Rumford’s time in New Hampshire was brief but meaningful, as when he was ennobled by the Holy Roman Emperor in 1792, he chose to be…