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The trees around town are changing so quickly these first days of October! It makes one turn the car around, stop, admire, and take a photo. The Cooperage could not have a better partner than this brilliant maple, putting on its own solo autumn show. It’s one of those simple scenes that reminds us to slow down for a moment and appreciate what is right in front of us — before it changes. And judging by the leaves already scattered across the pavement, autumn is wasting no time.
(Juliana Rowland)
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Welcome to Hollis Brookline News
Community News
State Representatives Brief Hollis Select Board On 2026 Legislative Session
A New Coat For Brookline Community Church
Brookline Holds Emergency Management Tabletop Exercise
Hollis Apple Festival Returns Sunday with Music, Pie and a Familiar Fall Tradition
McGhee Discusses Energy Costs and New Hampshire’s Energy Future
Supreme Court Clears Way for School Budget Cap Question
Views and Opinions
Even Cat Stevens Would Agree
Have You Ever Wondered Why Concord No Longer Works For The Citizens Of New Hampshire?
Good News And Resources
Heating Assistance in Hollis and Brookline — Resource List
Winter Heating Watch: Hollis & Brookline
Register Today for the Loeb School’s Fall & Winter Classes
Volunteer Opportunities
Make A Difference This Fall - Volunteer with United Way of Greater Nashua
Town of Brookline
Brookline Planning Board Minutes, Sep 17, 2026
Brookline - Public Notices, Updated 10/1/2026
Brookline Selectboard Minutes, Sept 23, 2026
Brookline Selectboard Minutes, Sep 14, 2026
Town of Hollis
Hollis Historic District Commission Minutes, Oct 1, 2026 - DRAFT
Hollis - Public Notices, Updated 10/2/2026
SCHOOLS
HBHS - From the Principal's Desk, Oct 2, 2026.
SAU41 SCHOOL DISTRICT
SAU41 Meeting Agendas, Minutes, Videos and LiveStream Links
Organizations
Declaration of Independence Explained
Real Estate
Before the First Freeze: A Hollis Homeowner's Fall Checklist
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Jazz, Rock, Blues, Big Band, Bluegrass - something for everyone!
Have you caught one of the concerts yet? Check out our new YouTube Channel! Since some of our great artists are returning guests, you can grab a sneak preview. Vibrant acoustics, amazing performances, perfect-sized room (around 120 guests, all table seating). Proceeds support the art, trails and mission of the AIA.
Buy Concert Series tickets to more than one show to save a few dollars and request reserved seating.
Learn more about each show and buy your tickets here!
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Pick-Your-Own Apples -- Available for picking in the orchard, at peak ripeness right now: McIntosh, Cortland, Jonamac, Gala, and Ruby Mac.
We grow more than 30 varieties over the course of the season. If you're curious, please go ahead and check out our brand new apple variety guide to see what's coming and plan your visit.
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See you at the farm!
41 Broad Street, Hollis, NH
Open Daily 8am-6pm
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Make a Day of It:
• Farm Stand: Open Daily 8am–6pm
• Corn Maze is Open! Sat/Sun 11am–5pm
• Ice Cream Stand: Weekends Only 11:30am–7pm.
• T-Roy’s BBQ: Fri & Sat 11am–6pm / Sun 11am–5pm
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Open Daily Year Round
7:00 am - 7:00 pm
65 Broad St, Hollis
livefreeandfarm.com
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Fresh every day from the fields we are picking our own lettuces, squash, corn, peppers, callaloo, greens, peaches, nectarines and so much more in the days to come.
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184 Hollis Street, Pepperell, MA
Open 9 am - 7 pm Daily
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Share the Beauty of Brookline and Hollis!
Help expand our offerings of local photography by posting photos to our Photo Gallery! It's easy and fun and shares the images of our beautiful towns. Use the SUBMIT tab on the navigation bar.
Call or text 978-743-6143, or email us to learn more!
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Get Involved At Andres Institute of Art!
Have fun volunteering: at the Welcome Center, as a Hiking and Group tour leaders, or assisting with the Live music series with sound, stage and lighting.
Visit our website, or give us a call! (603) 732-0216
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At the Hollis Social Library
Lizzie Borden & the Family Curse with Sam Baltrusis
Thursday, October 8, 2026
6:30pm - 8:00pm
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With Ryan Murphy’s Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story premiering in September, interest in the infamous 1892 Borden murders is surging once again. Local author Sam Baltrusis goes beyond the crime scene to explore the people, places, scandals, and forgotten histories surrounding Lizzie Borden and her family. Discover the surprising stories of figures like Innocent Borden and Sarah Maria Cornell, and see how crime, gender, power, and rumor shaped one of America’s most enduring true crime mysteries.
More information and register here.
| | Sam Baltrusis, author of "Ghosts of Salem" and featured in "The Curse of Lizzie Borden" paranormal documentary, has penned more than twenty books and is a sought-after lecturer. | | |
Coming Up at the Brookline Public Library
Creating Natural Burial Grounds in NH
Monday, October 5, 2026
6:00pm–7:30pm
| | How we care for our dead has a tangible impact on the earth. From industrial body care outsourcing to concrete vaults to flame cremation, we have distanced ourselves from processes that are having an impact on our culture and environment in significant ways. Join us as we explore the principles of sustainable funeral options that seek to promote climate resiliency, address funeral poverty, and create community. We'll also learn about what's happening to create independent, sustainable burial options here in New Hampshire, and what you can do to help. | | | Become a Brookline Firefighter...On Your Time! | |
Have you ever thought about becoming a on-call firefighter but couldn't commit to a traditional class schedule?
Now you can complete the classroom portion of your New Hampshire Firefighter I & II training at your own pace through the state's "On My Time" program. Learn when it works for you...whether that's after work, on weekends, or whenever your schedule allows. You'll then complete the required hands-on skills with instructors before earning your certification.
The Brookline Fire Department is looking for motivated individuals in the town who want to serve their community. No prior experience is necessary! We'll help guide you through the process.
Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, learn new skills, make lifelong friendships, or give back to your community, there's a place for you here.
Interested or have questions? Stop by the station, or email bfdchief@brooklinenh.gov to learn more.
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Blood donors are urgently needed to give now. You can help ensure patients receive lifesaving medical care without delay. Don’t wait - schedule your appointment today!
The American Red Cross is offering upcoming blood drives convenient to Brookline and Hollis — and now a permanent donation center in Amherst makes it more so — Monday - Saturday!
Click here to find dates and locations, and to schedule an appointment.
| | The Red Cross is currently grappling with an emergency shortage of platelets as well as blood. Please consider donating to help those patients in need! | |
HAREI is a NH-based, non-profit organization of NH resident volunteers intent on implementing more efficient and sustainable energy practices, with a focus on renewable energy for the homeowner.
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Through HAREI, homeowners are empowered with the knowledge and skills to design, build, install, and operate renewable solar energy systems for their homes, contributing to a sustainable future for all.
With over 100 projects completed in Hillsborough county and surrounding towns, we can connect you with someone who has been through the process and will help you get started. Contact us today!
Website: https://www.harei.org/home
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harei.org/
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SVTC/Souhegan Valley Rides Blue Bus has been providing rides to those in need (Seniors, disabled, those without a vehicle) within our communities since 2008. If you or someone you know needs transportation for groceries, pharmacy and Dialysis rides, Senior Centers, Library, Food Pantry, Social Services, etc. please share this info. It is just $2 each way, pre-registration and advanced scheduling is required.
https://www.souheganvalleyrides.org/ https://www.facebook.com/SouheganBlueBus
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Support Our Rotary Business Partners
The Hollis-Brookline Rotary Club's Business Partners are committed to both quality and service. By supporting them, you're not only receiving exceptional goods and services, but also directly fueling the Rotary's impactful projects within our community. Consider Partnership with Rotary!
Discover our Rotary Partners today and make a difference with every purchase.
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