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Community · Pets

Dogs, music and a good cause at MuttFest

Sun, Sep 20 · 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM ET

603 Brewery & Beer Hall · 42 Main Street, Londonderry

Motley Mutts Rescue’s fundraiser brings music, vendors, raffles, food, adoptable dogs and a kids’ area. Rain or shine; check guidance before bringing your dog.

Local history · Londonderry

Step into Londonderry’s past

Sun, Sep 20 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET

Londonderry Historical Society · Morrison House, Parmenter Barn & Clark Blacksmith Shop, Londonderry

Tour historic buildings and watch Revolutionary-era military drills with the Sons of the American Revolution.

Includes loud musket firing; confirm access and admission with the Historical Society.

Family fun · Manchester

Granite State Comicon: comics, costumes and creators

Sun, Sep 20 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET

SNHU Arena, 555 Elm Street & DoubleTree, 700 Elm Street, Manchester

Comics, creators, cosplay and family activities across two venues. Paid admission; check Sunday tickets, age policies and bag rules.

Town life

Have a say in the airport’s next chapter

Wed, Sep 23 · 6:00 PM start ET

Londonderry High School cafeteria · 295 Mammoth Road

Explore the airport’s 20-year master plan and share feedback at this public open house. Starts at 6 p.m.; end time unconfirmed.

See the notice for access and accommodation requests.

Town life

Bring your traffic questions to Town Hall

Wed, Sep 30 · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET

Moose Hill Council Chambers · 268B Mammoth Road, Londonderry

A community listening session invites residents to share traffic and road-safety concerns.

Attend in person or use the virtual participation link in the official notice.

Local history · Londonderry

Step into Londonderry’s past

Sun, Oct 18 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET

Londonderry Historical Society · Morrison House, Parmenter Barn & Clark Blacksmith Shop, Londonderry

Tour historic buildings and watch Revolutionary-era military drills with the Sons of the American Revolution.

Includes loud musket firing; confirm access and admission with the Historical Society.

Family fun · Derry

Stories and songs on the library patio

Fri, Sep 25 · 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM ET

Derry Public Library · Meeting Rooms A/B & patio, Derry

All-ages stories and songs with Mr. Ray; indoors if it rains. Registration required—check for spaces.

Nearby · Derry

Find a Halloween costume for the family

Sat, Sep 26 · 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET

The Upper Room · 36 Tsienneto Road, Derry

Free costumes for the whole family, open to everyone. Call 603-247-0995 for sizes and availability.

Family fun · Windham

Save the date: Windham Harvest Fest

Sat, Oct 17 · Time to be announced

Griffin Park, Windham

A fall community celebration at Griffin Park. Date and venue confirmed; hours, activities and costs are still to be announced.

Family festival · Hollis

Owls, falconry and fall fun at Beaver Brook

Sat, Sep 26 · 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ET

Beaver Brook Association · 117 Ridge Road, Hollis

Free wildlife programs, puppets, crafts, cider pressing and an artisan market; no registration required. Falconry programs allow 100 people and no dogs.

Food and purchases cost extra; check severe-weather updates.

Family fun · Nashua

Explore music, food and traditions at Nashua’s Multicultural Festival

Sat, Sep 26 · 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM ET

Le Parc De Notre Renaissance Française · 23 Water Street, Nashua

Free, all-ages cultural performances, music and family activities by the river. Food is available to buy.

Family festival · Hollis

A celebration of Nepali food, music and culture

Sat, Sep 26 · 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET

Alpine Grove Events Centre · 19 South Depot Road, Hollis

Celebrate Dashain and Tihar with Nepali food, cultural performances, a market and family activities. Ticketed; children 10 and under enter free with a ticketed adult.

Community recognition · Londonderry

Know a volunteer who deserves recognition?

Community recognition · Londonderry

Londonderry’s senior community

Nominate an outstanding volunteer serving Londonderry seniors by September 25. The Jim Green Award recipient will be announced at the October 3 Senior Informational Expo.

Seasonal outing idea

Apples, a corn maze and a scoop

Seasonal outing idea

Sunnycrest Farm · Londonderry

Apple picking, a Friday–Sunday corn maze and Colbie’s Cones. Market: 59 High Range Road; maze: 114 Pillsbury Road.

Check daily picking conditions, admission and hours; this is a seasonal outing idea.

Good local news

Leach Library welcomes readers back

Good local news

276 Mammoth Road, Londonderry

Leach Library reopened September 10 after renovations. Check current hours and program registration for your next visit.