This year’s celebration will be different from previous celebrations. Rather than featuring a guest speaker, the celebration includes breakout groups where participants will engage in continuing King’s legacy today.
On Monday, January 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Currier invites the public to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with free programming at the museum. Visitors can join curator-led tours focused on diverse artists represented in the Currier collection; enjoy collaborative art-making activities, including paper bead creations inspired by the work of Sanaa Gateja; and participate in responsive exercises rooted in the teachings of Dr. King.
Come on. You didn’t think Carolyn Choate, of all people, would miss this annual opportunity to remind you of resolutions needing some serious neuron marinating, did you? Even though only 9% of Americans keep them – according to the National Center for Biotechnology Research – I believe in you! Like I always say, walk a mile in my cells and you’ll reach out for wellness solutions like a life ring on a choppy sea. Squeezing for dear life because, well, your life is dear.
A special promotion on Friday, Jan. 12 at the new Aroma Joe’s will also help a local non-profit. With every cup of coffee purchased 10% of proceeds will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Manchester.
The North American bird population declined by three billion birds between 1970 and 2020 scientists say. Researchers working in a protected forest in New Hampshire found that the number of beetles there had fallen more than 80 percent since the mid-1970s, while the bugs’ diversity has dropped by nearly 40 percent. The staid New York Times noted an “insect Armageddon” with losses in the quintillions. Birds need insects. Georgetown University’s bird researcher and conservationist Dr. Peter Marra says, “You don’t publish a paper on the loss of three billion birds and go back to your day job.”
Enjoy the second weekend of the year by getting out of the house to beat the winter blues. Check out the mix below!
Well, I had a dream that began a few years ago: To create a calendar featuring my favorite album covers; they had to be someone else’s favorites, too and I could make a bundle. But here it is 2024 and all I’ve done is choose my album covers. What’s stopped me is knowing that the artwork is owned by individual artists/corporations/businesses all of whom own the rights of usage and knowing the endeavor will cost lots of money.
The New Hampshire Food Bank, a program of Catholic Charities New Hampshire, recently secured temporary warehouse space in Berlin to increase food distribution efforts in northern New Hampshire. After entering into a lease agreement with New Hampshire Distributors securing the warehouse, the New Hampshire Food Bank will use the space to enhance access to nutritious food in the historically underserved North Country region of the state. The Food Bank began outfitting the 2,000-square-foot space in December 2023 and plans to open the facility for distribution in late winte
In offering a legislative pay of only $100 per year, we do not invite all walks of life into our so-called “citizen legislature.” Instead, we rely on wealthy elites to address working-class problems. In considering why New Hampshire is the only New England state that has failed to legalize cannabis, or why our legislature is so slow to expand housing and address homelessness, the cause is clear: a volunteer legislature overpopulated by older, wealthy, retired citizens shielded from working-class problems.
Griffin Free Public Library, located at 22 Hooksett Road in Auburn, is hosting a craft supply swap on Saturday, January 20 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring extra or unwanted craft supplies and swap them for supplies brought by others.
Girl Scouts are now taking cookie orders, with cookie booths for in-person sales to begin in February and continue through March 17. Talk to a Girl Scout you know or find a Girl Scout through their online Cookie Finder. You can also text “Cookies” to 59618.
We urge the leaders of the City of Manchester not only to maintain all existing bike lanes but also develop plans for their expansion. These plans should aim at connecting existing bike lanes with other important destinations within our city, such as employment, residential areas and commerce, as well as connecting them to the multi-use trail system.
Cannon will recognize the services and sacrifices made by military members with Military Appreciation Day on Jan. 21, an event co-hosted with the Azimuth Check Foundation.
Peter Noonan is a designer, award-winning illustrator, cartoonist and fine artist. His work has appeared in schools, private collections and publications throughout the country, and here on Manchester Ink Link since 2016, or whenever the candidates stir things up. Rated O for opinionated.
The Manchester Historic Association (MHA) is pleased to announce that it has selected six honorees for its 32nd Annual Historic Preservation Awards, including a Neighborhood Preservation Award to NeighborWorks Southern New Hampshire for the RENEW II Project at the Smith & Dow Block (1426 Elm St) and Carpenter & Bean Block (1382 Elm St).
I recently visited our local Barnes & Noble and was overwhelmed by the number and variety of print magazines for all interests. From men- and women-focused themes, to photography, knitting, sports of all kinds, health and wellness, soap operas, high fashion, DIY, and so much more.
City Year New Hampshire in Manchester, the state’s largest city, offers in abundance all the qualities that make City Year so impactful and transformative. City Year New Hampshire is in a great location with a strong school district partnership, and it’s a supportive and inclusive site where the well-being of our AmeriCorps members and the students we serve are our top priorities.
The Jason R Flood Memorial Fund 501 (C)(3) was created after the suicide of Jason Flood, a Pinkerton graduate. He was a high-functioning bright student, athlete, and musician with undiagnosed depression. The Flood family wants to raise awareness and the ability to speak up and reach out when warning signs are recognized.
