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Savings Challenges: Fun and Creative Ways to Reach Your Financial Goals
Saving money doesn’t have to be dull – it can be an exciting adventure with the right approach. Check out these creative savings challenges from Bank of New Hampshire, to inject some fun into your financial journey to celebrate National Saving Month. [Read More]
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Cochecho Arts Festival
The 38th Annual Cochecho Arts Festival kicked off on July 9.
The summer-long Festival showcases regionally recognized acts as well as top local Seacoast entertainers. The Chamber is proud to have taken the lead in promoting the arts and community events in Dover with the belief that everyone benefits from a vibrant, healthy community.
All Cochecho Arts Festival events are free to attend and open to the public.
See the full schedule here.
Make sure to purchase your Cochecho Arts Festival Button at one of the Friday Night Headliner shows, or by stopping by the Chamber at 550 Central Avenue!
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The Rebel Collective performing at the first Friday Night Headliner Concert, sponsored by
D.F. Richard.
(photograph by Jon Crean Photography)
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Music in the Garden: Abby Hutchinson's Sweet Freedom Songs
Thursday, July 18, 6:30-7:30pm
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a free evening of music in the Colonel Paul Wentworth House garden. Appearing as Abby Hutchinson of the famed Hutchinson Family Singers, Deborah Goss performs rousing anthems, heartfelt ballads, and humorous ditties sung during the anti-slavery and early women’s rights struggles of the 1840s and 1850s. Audience participation is encouraged. RSVP here.
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Paws & Pajamas: Krazy for Kittens Night
Friday, July 19, 4:30-6:30pm
Paws and Pajamas is a fun and easy way to get your kids involved with Pope Memorial Humane Society, and have a little time for yourselves too. The night includes popcorn, time spent with many of our kittens from foster care, cat related crafts, and more. This is a drop-off event for children ages 6 to 12.
Register here.
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Gundalow Company Piscataqua Riverfest 2024
Saturday, July 20, 10am-5pm
The Piscataqua Riverfest is Portsmouth’s annual celebration of the rivers and bays. Come for the traditional boat show, food, music, demonstrations, and maritime vendors. There is something for everyone of all ages at this Gundalow Company event and it’s free entry for all. Click here for more information.
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UNH Hospitality and Campus Services Job Fair
Wednesday, July 24, 12-4pm
UNH Hospitality and Campus Service departments are hiring. Hiring managers will be available for one-on-one interviews on the spot. UNH offers flexible and regular schedules, competitive pay, opportunities for promotion, tuition benefits, and an easy commute with transportation options. The job fair will be held at the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce at 550 Central Avenue in Dover. Learn more.
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Monadnock Falconry Bird of Prey Program at Lower Henry Law Park
Wednesday, July 24, 3-4pm
Monadnock Falconry offers the chance for nature enthusiasts of all ages to imagine life as a bird of prey. The hour-long program gives the opportunity to meet a Harris' Hawk and see it on the wing, while answering all your questions about their life histories and relation to their human handlers. Click here to learn more.
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Auriculotherapy with Resilience & Hope
Thursday, July 25, 3-5pm
Join Resilience & Hope for a free mini stress-relieving treatment that consists of just 3 acupuncture points and takes just15-20 minutes. Mini-treatments are community-style, which means we can effectively give many people this stress-relieving opportunity at the same time while resting comfortably in conference chairs. Click here to learn more.
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Wing-itz Hot Ones Roulette
Thursday, July 25, 6-8pm
Be brave and head to Wing-itz Dover for a round of Hot Ones Roulette. Get 6 wings and a bottle of Stella Artois for $12; the twist is that one of the wings will be doused in Wing-itz's own Famous Diablo Sauce. Be the lucky one and take home a Stella Chalice. Learn more.
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Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show
Friday, July 26, 8am-7pm
Saturday, July 27, 7am-7pm
The Eliot Antique Tractor & Engine Show at the Raitt Homestead Farm Museum is the place ”Where Tractors & Engines Meet” each year. This is the largest fundraiser for the Raitt Homestead Farm Museum and raises funds to educate future generations about farming history and continue preserving the 33 acre circa 1800’s dairy farm. Learn more.
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Best Damm Show
in Town '24
Saturday, July 27, 4-8pm
Get ready for an evening of local live music at the most unique venue in Dover: The Woodman Museum. Catch performances from Alcoa and Ezra Cohen & the Big City Band, and enjoy food and beverages from Juniper Kitchen, Dover Dogs, and Maeve's Mobile Cocktails. All proceeds will go towards the restoration of the Woodman's historic buildings. Get tickets.
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Fiddler on the Roof
Running through July 27,
various times
The Rochester Opera House presents Fiddler on the Roof. Set in the little village of Anatevka, the story centers on Tevye, a poor milkman, and his five daughters. With the help of a colorful and tight-knit Jewish community, Tevye tries to protect his daughters and instill them with traditional values in the face of changing social mores and the growing anti-Semitism of Czarist Russia. Purchase tickets here.
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Family Karaoke at The Strand
Sunday, July 28, 2-5pm
Head to The Strand for a
fun-filled afternoon of singing and laughter. Get ready to sing your heart out and showcase your vocal talents on our historical stage for free. No experience is necessary and all ages are welcome! Don't miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with your family and friends. Learn more here.
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Teddy Bear Clinic
Friday, August 2, 9-11am
The Children's Museum of New Hampshire will be having their annual Teddy Bear Clinic. Each animal will be checked in to our "clinic" with an ID bracelet, and each child will bring their animal in to be examined by a volunteer healthcare professional. This event is designed to ease the fears of children before they go off to their own check up.
Learn more.
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A Little Night Music at Ogunquit Playhouse
Running July 18- August 17, various times
Recipient of 12 Tony nominations and winning 6 Awards including Best Musical, A Little Night Music is a sumptuous, sexy, laugh-out-loud masterpiece that will leave you thoroughly enchanted. This zesty reimaging co-stars Academy Award-nominated actress Kathleen Turner in the iconic role of Madame Armfeldt. Get tickets.
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HRCU Summer Concert Series
Thursdays through August 22,
6-8pm
HRCU is thrilled to once again be presenting its Summer Concert Series. The Series will feature a variety of local favorite and upcoming bands, and will feature food from beloved local spots. This family-friendly concert series will be held every Thursday at 625 Franklin Pierce Highway in Barrington. Click here to see the schedule.
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Farmer's Market
Wednesdays, 3-7pm
The Summer Farmer's Market is back for the summer season. This year, the Farmer's Market will take place at a new location: the Jenny Thompson Pool parking lot at Guppey Park in Dover. In addition to the local goods available for purchase, local musicians perform at every market. Click here to learn more.
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