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BLOOD DRIVES

The American Red Cross will hold these blood drives. For more information or to reserve a time, call 1-800-733-2767 or visit www.redcrossblood.org.

• 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. May 27: Aubuchon Hardware, 217 Main St., Nashua.

• 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. May 28: Nashua Elks Lodge, 120 Daniel Webster Highway. Hot breakfast will be cooked to order.

NASHUA

COMMUNITY EVENTS

BUSINESSMEN’S FELLOWSHIP MEETING

Businessmen’s Fellowship International – Nashua Chapter will hold a family and friends breakfast at 8 a.m. June 1 at New Beginnings Fellowship, 6 Spruce St. Free. Information: Sonny Johnson at 672-8085 or Al “Scout” Grow at 594-0891.

GATE CITY FIGURE SKATING CLUB ANNUAL SHOW

The Gate City Figure Skating Club of Nashua will celebrate its 10th anniversary at its skating show held at 1 p.m. June 1 at Conway Ice Arena, 5 Stadium Drive. $5 at the door. Information: Jennifer Hallisey at jjmhallisey@charter.net or visit gatecityfsc.com. Contact the ice arena at 595-2400 or conwayarena.com.

FRONT DOOR AGENCY GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Front Door Agency will hold its annual golf tournament in support of its mission to help families in Greater Nashua as they transition from crisis to self-sufficiency. The tournament is a scramble format based on the Buick Handicap System. Prizes are awarded for top three foursomes gross and net. $200 includes breakfast, greens fees, golf carts, driving range, barbecue lunch, entry into all contest holes, raffles and awards. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 3 at Nashua Country Club, 25 Fairway St. Information: Lucie at 816-0322 at lbryar@frontdooragency.org or visit frontdooragency.org/events-page/annual-golf-tournament.

NASHUA AREA RETIRED EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION

The Nashua Area Retired Educators Association will hold its business meeting, June Luncheon and Spring into Summer Social June 5 at Nashua Country Club. Registration starts at 11 a.m.; luncheon served at noon. Congregate collection of yearly volunteer hours will be made. Members wishing to participate are asked to approximate and tally their hours of volunteer time prior to the meeting. NAREA contribute thousands of hours of volunteer time toward quality of life enhancement for the Greater Nashua Community and its citizens. NAREA meetings and activities will resume in the fall. All area retired teachers, administrators, and educational staff are invited to participate and attend. The Nashua Area Retired Educators Association includes Merrimack, Hudson, Litchfield, Pelham, Windham, Amherst, Mont Vernon, Milford, Hollis, Brookline, Wilton-Lyndeborough, and Nashua. Information: Joan Gibson, 888-9304.

NASHUA GARDEN CLUB

The Nashua Garden Club will meet 7-9 p.m. June 5 at First Baptist Church, 121 Manchester St. Deanne Fortnam of Deanne Art will present a photojournal of images of her flower borders from waking up in April to first frost in fall. She will discuss signature perennials that are focal plants in each season. Members of the public are welcome to attend a meeting for a fee of $5. Annual dues are $20. Information: nashuagardenclub.org.

DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR TASTE OF DOWNTOWN

The 19th annual Taste of Downtown Nashua: A Night of Food, Fun & Jazz will be held 6-8:30 p.m. June 5. There will be more than 20 locations on Main Street and West Pearl Street, where you can sample food and beverages. Sidewalk musicians, a raffle, and pre-event cocktails and post-event night cap specials add to the festivities. Tickets are $30 until June 4 and $35 on the day of the event. For tickets, and a list of participating venues and restaurants: visit greatamericandowntown.org or call 883-5700.

FAMILIES

CHILDREN’S FISHING DERBY

Lone Pine Hunters Club is hosting its third annual Fishing Derby on June 1 at 114 Rideout Road in Hollis. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the derby will run from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. This is a free event for Hollis and Nashua residents. A parent must accompany their children and registration is limited to the first 50 children ages 5-12. Prizes will be given for most caught fish, biggest fish and largest tree branch caught! Please bring your own fishing pole and tackle. A limited supply of worms will be provided. Call Bryan at 234-9391 to pre-register.

MOTHER AND DAUGHTER TEA AT ST. JOSEPH HOSPITAL

This program, geared for girls ages 9-13 years old, provides an opportunity and tools for improved communication between mothers and daughters about the cycles of life that transform a gift into a woman. Professionals will present a discussion on growth, development and the wonders and mysteries of a woman’s cycle within an atmosphere of celebration of each individual’s uniqueness. The Mother and Daughter Tea will be held 1-4 p.m. June 2. $35 per family. Pre-registration is required. Call 595-3168, or visit www.stjosephhospital.com/classes.

RECREATION DEPARTMENT

2013 PUBLIC TRIPS

The Nashua Parks and Recreation Department has begun taking registrations for four trips in 2013 – two Red Sox games and two trips to New York City.

The Red Sox Games are: 1:30 p.m. June 30 versus the Toronto Blue Jays (Right Field Box 39), with 40 tickets at $82/person; and 7 p.m. Sept. 4 versus the Detroit Tigers (Left Field Pavilion Box Seats) with 40 tickets at $105/person. Price includes bus transportation.

The two New York City Trips are June 1 and Dec. 7. Cost for each trip is $60/person. Bus leaves Greeley Park at 6 a.m. and arrives in New York City at 11:30 a.m. Bus arrives back at Greeley Park at 11:30 p.m.

A $30 non refundable deposit per person is required for each trip. Deposit is to be paid before name goes on trip roster.

Call the Recreation Department at 589-3370 to receive a registration form or to arrange for trip registration. Registration forms can also be obtained at www.gonashua.com.

AMHERST

COMMUNITY EVENTS

AMHERST REPUBLICANS

The Amherst Republicans will meet at 8 a.m. June 1 at Joey’s Diner on Route 101A. Guest speaker will be State Sen. Andy Sanborn who will discuss what is in store for all of us with the impending implementation of Obamacare. Information: amherstrepublicans.org.

AMHERST FARMERS MARKET

Browse handcrafts, produce, baked goods, fresh eggs, grass-fed meat products and wool/alpaca products from 3-6 p.m. Thusdays, June 6-Sept. 26, on the Amherst Village Green on Church Street. Information: Karina Bertrand at karina@amherstmarket or visit amherstmarket.com.

SOUHEGAN VALLEY GOLF CLASSIC AND DINNER AUCTION

Opportunity Networks’ 23rd annual Souhegan Valley Golf Classic and Dinner Auction will be held June 6, rain or shine, at Amherst Country Club. The tournament features hole-in-one prizes including chances to win a 2013 Dodge-Chrysler-Jeep vehicle and a 2013 Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Meals and beverages provided on the course as well as the day ending with a dinner donated by Yankee Chef of Milford and a live auction with auctioneer Steve Desmarais. To register to golf or to get involved: opportunitynetworks.org or call Wendy Hunt and Ann Goci at 883-4402. Individual registration is $150 and includes all greens fees, cart and three meals, as well as complimentary gifts.

TROOP 22 YARD SALE

Amherst Boy Scout Troop 22 will hold a yard sale from 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. June 8 at Meetingplace Plaza, 199 Route 101. Donated items will be accepted at Meetingplace Plaza from 3-8 p.m. June 7. Unacceptable items are large appliances, tires, mattresses, bedding, large TVs, child car seats, air conditioners, microwaves, old computers and monitors. Proceeds are used to buy the equipment and supplies needed to sponsor activities for the boys to advance through the Scouting ranks.

FAIRS

HOLISTIC FAIR FUNDRAISER FOR ANNE MARIE HOUSE

Nia NH & Yoga, 110 Route 101A, will host a “Time for Self” Holistic Fair from noon-5 p.m. June 1. Free presentations include Sound Alchemy’s Crystal Bowls Healing Journey, which will begin the event at noon. Presentations will feature yoga and Nia movement class demonstrations, acupuncture, meditation and breathwork, energy work and nutrition. Vendor offerings will include wellness modalities, acupuncture; massage, ionic foot baths and more. Participants may view raffle items, such as unlimited Nia & yoga classes for a month, restaurant and store gift certificates, handmade jewelry, organic skin care products, massages, and many more throughout the afternoon. Admission is $3. Proceeds from admission and the raffle will benefit Anne Marie House of Hudson. For a complete schedule of events or to schedule a service, visit NiaNHandYoga.com/womensevent or call 562-7525.

BROOKLINE

COMMUNITY EVENTS

BROOKLINE GARDEN CLUB’S ANNUAL PLANT SALE

The Brookline Garden Club will be hosting their annual plant sale starting at 8:30 a.m. June 1 at the Brookline Ball Park on Route 130. Various perennials that have prospered in our own gardens (and have proven to survive the New England winters) as well as some fresh herbs and a few select annuals will be for sale. Plants prices start as low as $1. The BGC will be stocking many of the large two-gallon size plants (most for only $5) that many of its customers prefer, such as Hosta, Solomon Seal, Bleeding Heart, Rudbeckia and Echinacea. Come early for the best selection.

BROOKLINE CHURCH BREAKFAST

The Brookline Community Church, 2 Main St., will host a breakfast buffet from 7:30-10:30 a.m. June 1. Tickets are $7 for adults and children and $5 for seniors, and can be purchased at the door. In honor of Memorial Day, Brookline residents who are veterans can enjoy the buffet for free. Children 3 and younger also eat free. All proceeds will be donated to Veterans FIRST and Buckingham Place.

BONE MARROW DRIVE

The Brookline Lions Clubs will sponsor a bone marrow drive from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1 at the Brookline Safety Complex. Typing fees for this drive are covered by health insurance or Michael’s Fund. Please bring your insurance card. Information: Jennifer St. Peter at 401-248-5762 or marrow@ribc.org or visit BeTheMatheFoundation.org.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY SPAGHETTI DINNER

You’re invited to enjoy an inspirational evening at the Brookline Historical Society’s spaghetti dinner fundraiser at 6 p.m. June 8 at the new barn on Meetinghouse Hill Road. Dinner includes salad, bread, assorted desserts and refreshments. BYOB welcome. Great door prize and raffle items available. $7 per person, $20 max/family if reserved in advance by calling 321-4352 or $8 per person, $23 max/family at the door.

HOLLIS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

EVENING WITH HOPE BENEFIT

The third annual Evening With Hope, a benefit for Cure With Hope, will be held 7-11 p.m. May 31 at Alpine Grove Banquet Hall, 19 South Depot Road. Live music by Eastwood Peak, dancing, hors d’oeuvres, cash bar, raffle and auction prizes, desserts, games and more. Tickets on sale at curewithhope.org or by calling Charlene at 595-1931. All proceeds benefit the Child Life Program at CHaD.

BICYCLES BATTLING CANCER

Bicycles Battling Cancer is a charity cycling ride for the American Cancer Society, held June 9, that starts in Marlborough, Mass., and has a stop at Hollis Brookline Middle School along a 100-mile loop ride. Sign up to ride, or volunteer to help at the school. Minimum fundraising of only $300 to help the life-saving mission of the American Cancer Society. $50 registration fee. Information: Aaron Ladd at aaron.ladd@cancer.org or visit bicyclesbattlingcancer.org.

CHILDREN’S FISHING DERBY

Lone Pine Hunters Club is hosting its third annual Fishing Derby on June 1 at 114 Rideout Road in Hollis. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the derby will run from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. This is a free event for Hollis and Nashua residents. A parent must accompany their children and registration is limited to the first 50 children ages 5-12. Prizes will be given for most caught fish, biggest fish and largest tree branch caught! Please bring your own fishing pole and tackle. A limited supply of worms will be provided. Call Bryan at 234-9391 to pre-register.

BEAVER BROOK CLASSES AND EVENTS

These events will be offered by the Beaver Brook Association. Registration required unless otherwise noted. 465-7787, www.beaverbrook.org.

SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Beaver Brook Nature Center in Hollis is continuing its 40-year tradition of welcoming young people to explore, play and learn outdoors during summer. Beaver Brook still has openings in several classes for students ages 4-16. Check the Summer Camp link on www.beaverbrook.org for full descriptions and to register. Call 465-7787 with questions.

HUDSON

COMMUNITY EVENTS

STATE CHILI COOKOFF

The New Hampshire State Chili Cookoff Championship will be held 11 a.m.-3 p.m. June 1 at 211 Derry Road, across from Alvirne High School. Live music, games for kids, vendors, food and drink. Admission is $7, free for children younger than 9. Sanctioned by the International Chili Society. Winners advance to the World Championship Chili Cookoff to be held in Palm Springs, Calif., in October. Information: Don at ddka22@comcast.net or visit ahsmusic.org.

MERRIMACK

COMMUNITY EVENTS

SPRING FLING SHOW ’N’ SHINE

The Gate City Corvette Club will present its 33rd show, Spring Fling 2013, on May 26 at Anheuser-Busch, 221 Daniel Webster Highway. This is the first New England Points-Judged show for 2013. Registration is $25. Coupes and roadsters judged separately. There will be 49 classes and more than 150 trophies for Show, Super Street, Street and “Best of” awards. Dash plaques and goodie bags to the first 200 cars to register. Registration is from 8-11:30 a.m. Corral parking available to nonparticipating Corvettes and other classic vehicles for a $10 donation. Event will also include music, food, brewery tours, Clydesdales and more. Information: gatecitycorvetteclub.com or call Carol Whittier at 437-3803 or Dean Gagne at 472-3524.

BSA TROOP 15 ANNUAL YARD SALE

Boy Scout Troop 15 will hold its annual communitywide yard sale from 5-9 p.m. May 31 and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. June 1 at the former Shaw’s Plaza, 360 Daniel Webster Highway.

MHS STUDENT PLANS 2ND ANNUAL 5K TO BENEFIT HAITI

Hannah Vaccaro, a junior at Merrimack High School, is planning her second annual 5K for Haiti. Last year she planned “Race2Lace” with the goal of collecting new and used shoes to benefit the impoverished in LaGonave, Haiti. This year, she is planning another Race2Lace event with the name, “Running Water,” as the goal is to raise funds to build water wells/purification systems in Haiti as well as collect reusable water bottles. The run/walk will be held at 10 a.m. June 1 at Merrimack High School. Registration is at 9 a.m. A free kid’s fun run will start at 9:45 a.m.

Participants will join together to run/walk and bring a reusable water bottle (i.e. camelback, nalgene, nothing throw-away) as well as $5 for students ages 18 and younger and $15 for adults as their fee. Information and registration: www.runningwaterrace.com.

MERRIMACK GARDEN CLUB PLANT SALE

The Merrimack Garden Club will be holding its annual Plant Sale from 8 a.m.-noon June 8 at St. James Church, 646 Daniel Webster Highway. Held rain or shine. There will be hundreds of perennials donated from local gardens and some unusual specialty plants from local growers, as well as a raffle table. Merrimack Garden Club members will be on hand to answer any questions, and there will be other vendors at the sale selling garden-related items. Information: Nancy at 424-2646 or Bernita at 289-7588 or visit merrimackgardenclub.org.

MILFORD

COMMUNITY EVENTS

TASTE OF MILFORD TICKETS ON SALE NOW

The fourth annual A Taste of Milford event is 6-8:30 p.m. May 30 in downtown Milford. Featuring 25 restaurants and local food producers from the Milford area. Sample terrific local food, stroll the downtown and shops, and listen to local musicians Doc Doherty, Marlena Phillips and local band Groov’n. New this year: tasters are invited to vote for their favorite entree, dessert and best overall presentation by restaurants. $25 if purchased in advance, $30 at the door. Tickets: milfordimprovementteam.org or 249-0676. All proceeds benefit the Milford Improvement Team and are reinvested back into the Milford community. The Taste of Milford is sponsored by Hansen Printing & Design, Milford and Centrix Bank. Tickets are limited – purchase early as this event has sold out the last three years!

‘HEAL THE SOUL … FEEL THE MUSIC’ 5K MUSIC FESTIVAL

The Kimberly L. Cates Memorial Scholarship will host a 5K musical festival May 31 at Chapanga’s Griddle & Grill, 168 Elm St. Registration for 5K begins at 5:30 p.m. Race kicks off at 7 p.m. Live music performed by The Slakas and The Pop Farmers from 6:30 p.m.-midnight. Food, cash bar, raffles, fun! Not a runner? Come for the music portion of the fundraiser. $20 for runners age 16 and older; $15 for runners 15 and younger. $10 for music portion only. Information, 5K registration and music tickets: kimcatesfund.org.

KEYES ART FESTIVAL

The Milford Keyes Art Festival will be held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. June 1 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 2 on the Oval. Fine-art show, crafts, performance stage, kids’ activities, face painting, food booths, and artist demonstrations.

Children ages 4-17 are invited to submit their artwork for the Budding Artists Show. Sponsored by the Sharon Arts Center. Students may bring their original artwork to the Town Hall Auditorium from 9-10:30 a.m. June 1. Media may include pencil, charcoal, painting, collage or sculpture.

Sponsored by the Milford Masonic Temple Association Partner Organizations. Presented by the Keyes Art Group and the Milford Improvement Team.

MILFORD MUSTANGS SPRING YARD SALE

The Milford Mustangs are holding their first fundraiser yard sale from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. June 1-2 at 33 Cortland Road. Anyone interested in donating items should email April at anorrod@aol.com. No early birds.

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