Canterbury NH Community Newsletter

A month of May Magic is unfolding at the library

Elkins Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day. The next meeting of the Board of Trustees is on Monday, May 20, at 6 pm. ~~~~~ Story Time: Join us Tuesday mornings at 10 for stories, songs and a craft. This program is perfect for infants…
Don’t miss these store stories!

The Elkins Public Library Speaker Series Presents: In Store for some Stories about the Store? by Mark Stevens, Thursday, May 16, at 6 pm in the Town Hall. Join us for some history about our Canterbury Country Store. Mark will present a slideshow and promises plenty of old photos, history,…
Eager to plant? Canterbury’s Ag Commission urges you to think local!

Greetings from the Canterbury Ag Commission! Spring is now in full swing and the memory of snow and cold should be long behind us. It is with disappointment that I tell you Mark Stevens has stepped down from his role as chair after filling the void that Wayne Mann left.…
From the Farmers Market …

Opening Day is Wednesday, June 5, from 4 to 6:30 pm. We look forward to being back in our traditional spot in the parking area and field next to our friends in the Elkins Public Library. You’ll find us there all season on Wednesday afternoons from 4 to 6:30, rain…
From the Canterbury Fair …

You know one of the great things about this town? People. That’s right, people. You got the spirit, you people. When the Beltramos bowed out of the fair for this summer, Rick Zeller jumped right up and volunteered to do the parking schtick that Jeff did so well. Mindy’s shoes…
Volunteers wanted for Riverland Project April 27

The Conservation Commission is looking for volunteers to help cut down invasive plants at the Riverland on Saturday, April 27, from 9 am to noon. We’re continuing our efforts to reduce the growth of invasive plants across the property. This event will cut down tall growth so that our annual…
Two Robo-Raiders teams to compete in world championships

The Belmont Robo-Raiders are going to the 2024 VEX Robotics World Championship in Dallas from April 23 to May 1! The High School Team 603B – I DON’T KNOW earned the third highest skills score in the NH/VT region, earning them an invite. This is the fifth consecutive year IDK…
What do you want to see in the next director of the Shaker Village?

Since early February, the Shaker Village Executive Director Search Committee, appointed by Board Chair Gingie Nye, has been meeting to update and prepare our process, timeline and materials as we begin the search to fill this vital role at the village. We’re interested in your feedback as we collect ideas…
Get your free eclipse glasses at the library

Don’t forget to come get your eclipse glasses at the library. We have plenty to give out for FREE as we hope you use safety in viewing the upcoming eclipse. Come in and learn more. In the U.S., totality will begin in Texas at 1:27 pm CDT and will end…
First of four Master Plan hearings is April 9

The Planning Board would like to thank everyone who ran for a seat on the board. It was unprecedented to have so many talented and motivated folks come forward. The chair is reaching out to all candidates to attend meetings to see if they would like to be considered as…