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? Patch AM: Dancing; Cuddle Babies; Tai Chi; True Crime Club; More: Get Out, NH
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Greetings Concord! We?re your go-to source for what?s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ??? In today's newsletter:
- Exciting events happening in Concord this week
- Concord police tackle gold scam and pedestrian accident
- Concord girls' lacrosse secures first win
Also on today's calendar: Cuddle Babies and 11 other events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a hip-hop lizard? ? (Answer below!)
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- Monday: Windy; a p.m. shower or two, with a high of 57 and low of 44 degrees.
- Tuesday: Cloudy and cool, temps: high: 60, low: 48.
- Wednesday: A bit of afternoon rain, with a high of 53 and low of 46 degrees.
? News we're reading
1. Dancing; Cuddle Babies; Tai Chi; True Crime Club; More: Get Out, NH (patch.com) ? Concord residents have a busy week ahead with a variety of activities, including Tai Chi, a True Crime Club, and an Annual Memorial Day Pig Roast. These events offer something for everyone, from family-friendly activities to cultural discussions.
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2. Pedestrian Killed; Body Found In River; Retiree Bilked: Nearby News NH (patch.com) ? Concord detectives have arrested a suspect in a multi-million dollar gold scam, and local police are investigating a pedestrian accident on Green Street. Additionally, a homeless woman faces multiple charges, highlighting ongoing law enforcement efforts in the area.
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3. High schools: Pelletier scores 100th goal, leads Concord girls' lax to first win; baseball, softball, boys' lacrosse and track results from this weekend (concordmonitor.com) ? Concord's high school sports teams had a notable weekend with Emma Pelletier scoring her 100th career goal in girls' lacrosse, leading to their first win of the season. Meanwhile, Concord's baseball and softball teams also had significant performances, showcasing local talent.
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4. Ayotte Signs 23 Bills Into Law (indepthnh.org) ? Governor Kelly Ayotte has signed 23 bills into law, addressing various issues from tax waivers for disabled veterans to restrictions on certain substances in ski waxes. The signing took place in Concord highlighting the city's role in state governance.
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5. Study uncovers concerning details about what's winding up in landfills: 'Deep dive' (thecooldown.com) ? A recent study highlighted by the Concord Monitor reveals that a significant amount of recyclable and compostable waste is ending up in New Hampshire landfills. The state is urged to improve its waste management infrastructure, and residents are encouraged to adopt sustainable practices to reduce waste.
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? Upcoming Events in Concord
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? Featured events ?
- The Principal's Table
Bishop Brady High School, 25 Columbus Ave, Concord
8:30 am
Monday May 19
Other local events
- Cuddle Babies
Penacook Library & Activity Center 76 Community Drive, Penacook, NH 03303,
9:30 am - Teens and Tweens T-Shirt Totes
Concord Public Library - Main Library > Library - Blanchard Room, 45 Green Street, Concord
6:00 pm - Teens & Tweens T-Shirt Totes
Concord Public Library, 45 Green St, Concord
6:00 pm - Peace & Justice Conversations: War, Peace & Partisan Politics
Online via Zoom,
7:00 pm - Adult Drop In Basketball
Green Street Community Center, 39 Green St, Concord
8:00 pm - Zentangle
GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 N State St, Concord
10:00 am - Drop In Pickleball
City Wide Community Center > Gymnasium, 14 Canterbury Rd, Concord
12:00 pm - Tai Chi and Chi Kung
GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 N State St, Concord
1:30 pm - True Crime Club
Concord Public Library, 45 Green St, Concord
6:00 pm - What If It's You? with romance novelist Jilly Gagnon
Gibson's Bookstore, 45 S Main St, Concord
6:30 pm - Dance Fitness
GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 N State St, Concord
9:00 am
Monday May 19
Tuesday May 20
Wednesday May 21
? Events Nearby
- Collections Camp 2025
Canterbury Shaker Village, 288 Shaker Rd, Canterbury
9:00 am - Cuddle Babies Lapsit
Concord Public Library - Penacook Library & Activity Center, 76 Community Drive, Penacook
9:30 am - BMS Girls Lacrosse Game Home vs. Milford
Bow Memorial School, 20 Bow Center Road, Bow
4:00 pm - BMS Boys Baseball Game Away vs. Fairgrounds
Bow Memorial School, 20 Bow Center Road, Bow
4:00 pm
Monday May 19
Tuesday May 20
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-- The Patch AM Team
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