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Empowering the Future: Celebrating Financial Literacy Month

April is not just a month of blooming flowers and warmer weather—it’s also Financial Literacy Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of financial education. As we embrace this month-long celebration, it’s important to recognize the significance of introducing financial literacy to our youngest generation. [[Read More]]

Litter Collection Event

Saturday, April 27, 9:30-10:30am

In honor of Earth Day, Don't Trash Dover is partnering with the City of Dover for the first ever city-wide litter clean-up. On this day, there will be six different clean-ups going on simultaneously, one in each ward. The ward with the most, second most and third most participants wins bragging rights and a group "trophy." Click here for more information.

Ribbon Cutting & Dedication of the Pavilion at the New Dover Skate Park

Saturday, April 27, 11am

Join the Dover NH Rotary for the ribbon cutting and dedication of the Pavilion at the new Dover Skate Park. The Pavilion is located on the new 10,700 sq. ft. skate park that opened last fall and provides space for visitors to learn, relax, and enjoy the community's newest recreational facility. Learn more.

CPR & AED Certification Course

Sunday, April 28,

11:30am-3:30pm

White Birch Armory is holding the American Red Cross CPR and AED Course. This course is offered to anyone with little or no medical training. Upon completion, students will receive a certification card in CPR and AED. This certification is OSHA compliant and valid for two years. Click here to register for the course.

commuteSMART Seacoast Commuter Challenge

Starts May 1

The 2024 commuteSMART Seacoast B2B Commuter Challenge kicks off May 1! This is the 10th annual challenge, and we are excited to encourage commuters to travel to work smarter again this year. All commuters have to do is signup at www.commuteSMARTseacoast.org, start commuting to work using any mode other than driving alone (e.g. telecommuting, riding your bike, walking, taking the bus, or carpooling), and log your trips in the commutesmart NH app. Learn more.

National Play Your Ukulele Day Celebration

Thursday, May 2, 4-7pm

The Southern New Hampshire Ukulele Group is hosting their first ever “Paint, Sip and Play” Celebration in honor of national “Play Your Ukulele Day.” Slots are limited for the Sip and Paint which will be led by well-known artist and musician, Joan Turner. Joan will kick off the event teaching participants to paint a whimsical Mermaid With Ukulele masterpiece. Afterwards, the fun continues at 6pm with an open mic and jam session. Register here.

Friends of the Dover Public Library Spring Book Sale

May 3-4, 9am-5pm

May 5, 1-5pm

The Friends of the Dover Public Library are having a book sale. There will be hundreds of books and DVDs for sale in the Library Lecture Hall. Fiction, non-fiction, biographies, DVDS, kids’ books, cookbooks and more. Items will be priced at $3 or under, and all proceeds go to the Friends of the Dover Public Library to support programs and museum passes. On Monday, May 6th, all leftovers will be free! Learn more.

Dover Spring Fling

Saturday, May 4, 8am-7pm

Get ready for the ultimate spring celebration. Join us the first Saturday of May for the Annual Dover Spring Fling.

There will be special events happening at various retail shops in the Dover area. From exclusive discounts to pop-up shops and more, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendars and don't miss out on the Dover Spring Fling. It's the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of spring and support local businesses at the same time. Learn more.

Monarch Morning

Saturday, May 4, 9-11:30am

Are you a: Special Education Teacher, Paraeducator, Nurse (RN/LPN), Occupational Therapist/Assistant, Physical Therapist/Assistant, Speech-Language Pathologist/Assistant, School Psychologist, or another Education & Related Professional? Expand your professional network and engage in enriching conversations at our upcoming event.

Connect with professionals passionate about special education, learn about the Monarch School, and discover new avenues for collaboration. Learn more.

Star Wars Day Celebration

Saturday, May 4, 10am-8pm

It's Star Wars Day on Saturday May the 4th and Lickee's & Chewy's is celebrating all things Star Wars. The day will feature including displays of classic Star Wars toys and collectibles, a raffle for a giant chocolate R2-D2, several new Star Wars chocolates, discounts for guests who wear costumes and of course a one-of-a-kind, one day only Boba Fett Kingshake. Click here to learn more.

The Great Ogunquit Pie Bake-Off

Saturday, May 4, 3-5pm

To celebrate their upcoming production of Waitress, the Ogunquit Playhouse has created a delectable adventure for everyone. Not only will you be able to sample the contestants’ entries, we’ll also have a variety of pies and pastries from Bread & Roses bakery, delicious scoops from Big Daddy’s Ice Cream, and learn the secrets of creating the perfect pie crust from a masterclass by these incredibly talented bakers. Learn more.

Dinosaur Day with Sages Entertainment

Sunday, May 5, 9am-12pm

It's Dinosaur Day at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire, and Sages Entertainment will be here sharing their Dinosaur Experience. Meet and greets with their lifelike baby dinosaur puppets will be from 9:30-1:30am followed by a dinosaur storytime at 10:30am. Make a dinosaur craft, try a dino-STEAM activity, and a themed scavenger hunt around the museum. Be sure to arrive before 11am to meet the "dinosaurs. Reserve a spot..

Club Seacret 9th Anniversary Party

Tuesday, May 7, 6-9pm

Celebrate 9 amazing years of fun and adventure with Club Seacret. This event will feature food, beer, wine, champagne, and fun. There will also be door prizes and opportunities for networking. Click here to register.

The Philadelphia Eleven Screening

Wednesday, May 8, 8pm

In 1974, there was a dramatic breakthrough of the so-called stained glass ceiling that gave hope to Christian women everywhere. At a church in Philadelphia, a group of eleven women were ordained to the Episcopal priesthood in violation of the constitution and canons of the Episcopal Church. This story is told in a compelling new documentary, The Philadelphia Eleven. This feature documentary film will screen in Ervin Hall at St. Thomas' Episcopal Church. After the screening, there will be a Zoom call with one of the eleven, Rev. Carter Heyward. Learn more about the film.

The Moon-Spinners Mystery

May 10-11, various times

Enjoy an adventure set on a modern-day Greek island with Sole City Dance’s newest production. The ballet follows Nikki, a young detective grieving the loss of her mother. To escape her sorrow, she travels to Greece where she makes friends, searches for a missing person, runs up against a group of nefarious smugglers, and meets a Greek schoolteacher with the most resourceful young students. All these lives weave in and out of each other in a story replete with love, loyalty, grief and joy. Purchase tickets here.

Moms on the Run 5k Run/Walk

Sunday, May 12, 9am

Join Zebra Crossings to celebrate Mother's Day weekend with their Annual Mom’s On The Run 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, May 12th, 2024. Start time is 9 am. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to join this family friendly event. The race begins at Dover High School.

Proceeds from this race will go to Zebra Crossings, whose camp programs support and empower children with chronic medical conditions, and their families.

Register here.

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