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SUMMARY:Then & Now in the North Country
DESCRIPTION:Colebrook Area Historical Society Presents: \nThen and Now in the North Country \nHave you ever come across a historic photograph and wondered about its location? We invite you to join us on a photographic journey through the North Country\, exploring its development from Stratford to Pittsburg\, Canaan along the Connecticut River\, and onward to Brunswick and Errol. Discover the rich history of the region and learn about the various Historical Societies of the North Country and the valuable resources they provide. \nJoin the Local Historical Society social at 1:00pm visit with Pittsburg Historical Society\, Canaan Historical Society\, Lemington Historical Society\, Cohos Historical Society & 1799 Meeting House and the Community Builders Hub. \nAdmission is free\, donations accepted
URL:https://chamberofthenorthcountry.com/event/then-now-in-the-north-country/
LOCATION:The Tillotson Center\, 14 Carriage Lane\, Colebrook\, NH\, 03576\, United States
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SUMMARY:North Country Historical Museum Tour
DESCRIPTION:Local History Comes Alive! Museum Tour\, “Then & Now” Presentation & History Buff Meet Ups \nLocal historical societies and groups of northern New Hampshire and Vermont have been gathering this year\, with the help of The Community Builders Hub\, to see each other’s spaces and collaborate on common goals.  As a result\, several are participating in a tour of their museums on Saturday\, Oct. 10th of Columbus Day weekend.  The public is invited to stop in from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the following locations: \n\nColebrook Area Historical Society Museum at Colebrook Town Hall\, 17 Bridge St.\, Colebrook\, NH – 2nd floor (elevator available).\nCanaan Historical Society Museum at Alice M. Ward Memorial Library\, 27 Park Street\, Canaan\, VT.\nPittsburg Historical Society Museum at 1525 Main Street\, Pittsburg\, NH.\nColumbia History Museum at Historic Columbia Town Hall\, 1919 US Rt. 3\, Columbia\, NH.\nStratford Public Library/1889 Grand Trunk Railway Depot Museum – representing Cohos Historical Society & the 1799 Meeting House of Groveton\, at 74 Main St.\, N. Stratford\, NH. (This museum will remain open until 4 p.m. as well as on Sun. and Mon. 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\, with O- scale model train operating for train enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy.)\n\nDiscover the history of the North Country\, from the Native American roots of the Abenaki tribe\, to logging\, farming\, railroads and grand hotels. The local groups that work hard to preserve the region’s shared history are always seeking more volunteers and members to join that effort in various ways.  As a bonus\, all patrons that visit three museums on Oct. 10th will be entered into a raffle for a gift basket of local goods\, donated by The Community Builders Hub. \nA free regional history presentation entitled “Then & Now in the North Country”\, led by the Colebrook Area Historical Society\, will also take place at the Tillotson Center on October 17th\, starting at 1:30 PM.  Pictures of northern NH & VT places from years ago will be showcased\, compared to today’s views of the scenes.  Members of the local historical groups will participate in the presentation\, sharing their knowledge of their respective regions.  They will also be setting up tables in the gallery before and after the presentation\, to share information and talk about local history with attendees. \nThose interested in the North Country’s history are invited to attend monthly History Buff Meet-Ups at the Tillotson Center starting in November.  Details will be forthcoming at the Oct. 17th presentation.  The North Country Chamber of Commerce also has created a webpage to promote our local history at chamberofthenorthcountry.com/history/\, which includes a downloadable brochure to points of interest.  Those on Facebook can also find the group: Northern NH and VT History\, to join other local history enthusiasts.  For more details on programs\, please visit tillotsoncenter.org. Questions? Contact Britni Haley at britni@thecbh.org or call 802-277-1974.
URL:https://chamberofthenorthcountry.com/event/north-country-historical-museum-tour/
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SUMMARY:Northern Region Day of Caring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Calling all area parents\, middle/high school kids & community members! Get together for a pizza lunch followed by painting/sprucing up the cook shack at the ball fields! This building has been serving Colebrook’s athletic programs for decades. Let’s give it some love!\nFull details here: https://thecbh.org/event/northern-region-day-of-caring-2026/\nPlease sign up to volunteer by Sept. 14 at: https://forms.gle/oMUvAXhNMnchn9kV9 or email britni@thecbh.org.
URL:https://chamberofthenorthcountry.com/event/northern-region-day-of-caring-2026/
LOCATION:Colebrook Athletic Fields\, Colby Street\, Colebrook\, 03576
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SUMMARY:Busy Bees Summer Social
DESCRIPTION:There’s nothing like a summer garden social! We are so excited to get together at this lovely property and enjoy each other’s company. Bring a pot luck dish to share and two plants to swap. Floral attire welcome!
URL:https://chamberofthenorthcountry.com/event/busy-bees-summer-social/
LOCATION:Davis Farm\, Route 26\, Colebrook\, 03576
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SUMMARY:Grand Welcoming to Revitalized Backstreet River Park
DESCRIPTION:The Town of Stratford and The Community Builders Hub welcome the public to join in a Grand Welcoming to the revitalized Backstreet River Recreational Park\, located behind Main Street\, on May 16th from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.  Festivities will begin at the pavilion on the town common\, next to the Stratford Public Library\, with opening announcements from Suzanne Goulet\, Town Administrator\, who will share information about the project development.  The Cohos Historical Society will provide history of the park\, and Stratford Librarian\, Tom McCorkhill\, will share about the new storywalk\, as well. \nFrom there\, guests are invited on a parade walk\, from the pavilion to the new walking path at the park across the road\, to see all the new features along the way.  Improvements completed over the past year include a resurfaced basketball court\, a brand new pickleball court that replaced the former tennis court\, a storywalk and walking path that follow the scenic Connecticut riverbank\, replacement of all playground equipment with a brand new system\, and new parking areas.  The ballfield dugouts and picnic tables were painted and stained within the last year by volunteers\, and a picnic area with signage was also spruced up\, for paddlers to enjoy a drop in spot to the river on the south end of the park.  A new ice rink was even added for winter skating within the ball field\, thanks to Lynch\, LLC.\, who also completed the bulk of the park renovations. \nAt mid-day\, a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at the new playground by the North Country Chamber of Commerce and town officials. Lunch food will be available from Ben’s Saucey Hawg food truck\, with free hot dog vouchers for kids at The Community Builders Hub table.  The town will be giving out slices of celebratory sheet cake\, and pick up games of kickball\, pickleball and basketball will be taking place throughout the park for the afternoon.  Any Stratford area businesses or organizations who offer trades\, crafts\, services or information are welcome to set up a vendor booth at the event.  Sign up forms are available here. \nOrganizers are excited to get townspeople together from Stratford and neighboring towns\, to enjoy the enhanced park.  A community clean up day is being planned for the day before the event\, with the help of students and staff at the Stratford Public School. Volunteer projects include cleaning the pavilion\, litter pick up\, and gardening. \nFor more information\, contact britni@thecbh.org; 802-277-1974. A pamphlet with more details on the day’s activities will be forthcoming\, as well.
URL:https://chamberofthenorthcountry.com/event/grand-welcoming-to-revitalized-backstreet-river-park/
LOCATION:Stratford Public Library\, 74 Main Street\, Stratford\, NH\, 03590\, United States
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