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Tues. 9 am - 12 & 1 8 pm

Wed. 1 - 5 pm

Thurs. 9 -12 & 1 - 6 pm

Saturday 9 am - 2 pm

You can request books / contact us by phone 603-456-2289, Library.WarnerNH.gov/contact-us,

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Friday, October 31

1 pm Simonds School Costume Parade on Main Street. Come wave to the students and teachers - in costume!

5-8 pm Trick or Treat Night, Downtown Warner.

NEW this year: NO CARS on the "dingle" which Includes Roslyn Ave., Geneva Street and Kirkland Avenue on Halloween Friday, October 31 from 4:30 PM until 8:30 PM, approved by the Warner PD. Residents of the neighborhood will be able to come and go but it will be closed to all other traffic. You can park at the Old Graded School or at Simonds School to allow your trick-or-treaters to roam the neighborhood.



Ross Mingarelli's animatronics Halloween display will be at Sugar River Bank in Warner for the Bank's Trunk or Treat event on Halloween night.

The United Church of Warner will be open during Trick-or-Treating hours: Parking and restrooms, hot cider and donuts, and get a photo with "Mr. Bones"!

Halloween Bash 6-10 pm at The Depot at (under) Reed's North. Spooky food, cocktails, etc. available to purchase. No cover charge. Costumes encouraged but not required.

This Weekend

Saturday, November 1

9- 11AM Friends of the Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail Newbury Trail Clearing: help prep the section of trail between Newbury Elderly Housing and Newbury Harbor. Parking is at the Newbury Town Hall. See slots and sign up HERE.

11-12:30 The Contookuleles, hosts of the Warner Ukulele Festival, will present a series of beginner ukulele workshops starting Saturday, Nov. 1 for four consecutive weeks at MainStreet BookEnds. Loaner ukes available. $40 registration fee will benefit MainStreet Warner, Inc. https://www.meetup.com/contookuleles/events/311623529

Sunday, November 2

Change CLOCKS! ("Fall back" 1 hour.)

At 4 PM in Warner Town Hall: Why Are Our Property Taxes So High? A Town Hall Meeting with Executive Councilor Karen Liot Hill, and moderator Ray Martin. The Councilor represents 81 cities and towns on New Hampshire’s Executive Council, including Warner and surrounding communities. She'll talk about the role of the Executive Council in exercising oversight of state government, including voting on state spending, approving judicial appointments, and managing our state infrastructure. Drawing from her 20 years as a former City Councilor, she'll also discuss the burden of local property taxes and how decisions in Concord affect us at the local level.

10 AM All Souls' Day Celebration, during worship service on Sunday Nov. 2 to honor the souls of departed loved ones. Please send the names of any loved ones that you would like to honor during the service to unitedchurchofwarner@gmail.com

4-7 PM Reed's North music: 11/2 Open Mic with John Farese.

Planning a walk/hike? Wear ORANGE - Deer hunting season starts Saturday, Nov. 1 (Muzzleloaders), Rifle season is November 12 - Dec. 7. www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/dates-and-seasons.

Rollins State Park on Mt. Kearsarge is now open Weekends only, (until snow/ice closes the road). Gate Opens: 9:00 am, Closes: 5:00 pm. Starting November 8, last car up at 3:00PM & exit gate locks at 4:00PM. Unstaffed after 11/10 www.nhstateparks.org/find-parks-trails/rollins-state-park. Borrow a Library pass! (NH seniors 65+ are always free).

Three Museums in Warner are open on Saturdays, 10 am to closing (check sites, below), and also the Family Closet Thrift store, 10 am - 4 pm.

Warner Tax rate has been set: the new tax rate is posted on the Tax Office page on the Town's website. https://warnernh.gov/departments/taxes/

Statewide, all rates are posted here when final: https://www.revenue.nh.gov/about-dra/municipal-and-property-division/municipal-and-property-reports/municipal-and-village

A guide to your property card and assessing methods is available at www.avitarassociates.com/portals/0/pdf/understandingyourpropertyrecordcard.pdf

Attend program Nov. 2 at 4 pm in Town Hall to learn about NH tax rates and State funding.

Warner People / in the Media

Articles about Warner in local Newspapers: The library clips and saves all news by and about Warner people. If you see any Warner items in the Union Leader or Boston Globe please save for us to copy or clip!

InterTown Record: Did you know that every week there are columns by two dedicated Warner residents: "Outside Insides" by Peter St. James, and Warner Neighbors by Kathy Carson. A labor of Love! Thanks Peter and Kathy.

As federal programs like SNAP face cuts, our neighbors need us more than ever.

Got a few hours and a big heart? Help out at the Food Pantry and make someone’s day a little brighter. Even a couple of 2- to 3-hour shifts a month helps keep shelves stocked and spirits lifted. Together, we can make sure no one in our community goes hungry.

You can also help by donating to the Warner Food Pantry, online at https://www.warnerconnectsnh.org or by mail at P.O. Box 402, Warner, NH 03278. Food and personal care items can also be dropped off directly to the pantry.

The New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is transitioning to a fully appointment-based system beginning Monday, November 3, 2025.

"additional appointments will be available to accommodate customer volume. The busiest DMV locations in Concord, Manchester, Nashua, and Epping will also offer appointments during extended hours until 5 p.m., twice a week. Additionally, a limited block of same-day appointments will be made available each day for customers with urgent transactions.

Customers can find appointment availability on the DMV website, www.dmv.nh.gov/ where they can select “Make an Appointment” on the homepage. DMV staff will assist walk-in customers with finding appointments, including at other DMV locations if necessary." Or by phone: (603) 227-4000.

Preview New health insurance plans & prices at www.healthcare.gov/apply-and-enroll/health-insurance-plans-estimator-overview/ Open Enrollment for 2026 starts November 1. "During the government shutdown, if you have a 2025 health insurance plan, continue using your plan and providers. If you don’t have a plan, you can use this site [above] to apply for and access coverage."

Governor Ayotte has removed the ban on outside burning and issuance of burn permits. Be sure to get a permit! Outside burning permits are required for any outside burning unless the ground is completely covered with snow. The NH Department of Environmental Services also prohibits the open burning of household waste. Burning permits are available at https://nh.burnsafeamerica.com/ or from the local Forest Fire Warden, or some Deputy Wardens https://warnernh.gov/departments/fd/

Coming Soon

"Bridges Out Of Poverty" free workshop on Thursday, November 6, 8:30am-3:00pm at Colby Sawyer College in New London (lunch and snacks provided). Kearsarge Neighborhood Partners (KNP), along with other local groups, invites community members and organizations to attend this free workshop, which uses a solution-focused approach to provide concrete tools and strategies for individuals, organizations, and communities to work together toward poverty reduction. For more information and to sign up to join over 80 neighbors already signed up, sign up here https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/gfrre7x

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2025 Warner Fall Festival T-Shirts are available at Sugar River Bank for $10 each.

Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum HOURS CHANGE: From November through April, the museum will be open Fridays and Saturdays. Hours will be 10-4, with tours at 10:30 and 1:30.

MKIM's annual Autumn Online Auction, starts Saturday, Nov. 1.

Warner Historical Society Barn Sale and Exhibit have closed for the season. Watch for more about the Holiday Artisans event Friday Dec. 5, 5-7 pm and Saturday Dec. 6, 10-4.

The Main Street Office (15 W. Main St.) is open 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Tuesdays and by appointment. info@warnerhistorical.org or leave a message at  603-456-2437.

NH Telephone Museum Nov.- Dec. hours: Saturdays 10 am-2 pm and Tuesdays 10-4. Warner Firefighters Museum is open Saturdays 10 am to 3pm in November.

Arts, Music, Games, etc

Reed's North: Music SUNDAYS 4-7 pm. 11/2 Open Mic with John Farese,

11/9 Chris Bonoli, 11/16 Mikey G. .



Warner's Writer's Group First Tuesday of every month 6:30-7:45 PM (Nov. 4) at Pillsbury Free Library (Frank Maria Meeting Room), 18 E Main St. Warner. Bring your laptop or notebook, settle in, and enjoy an hour+ of dedicated writing time with others who get it. Snacks are allowed, and there is a sink, a microwave, mugs, Keurig, and tea kettle.

The New Hampshire Furniture Masters celebrate their 30th anniversary with a major exhibition at the Currier: Joined Together: 30 Years of the New Hampshire Furniture Masters . Mostly new works by 17 Furniture Masters including Ted Blachly of Sutton.

Sat. Nov. 15 Holiday Craft Fair at The Depot (under Reed's North): unique and handmade Holiday gifts and festive fun for all ages. Get a jump on all your Holiday shopping while enjoying a bite to eat and libation. 19 local Crafters. 

The Local: Music most Thursdays 5-8 pm.

Tickets to the Kearsarge Performing Arts Program fall production of 'Damn Yankees' are at https://bit.ly/4hjU01a. for Fri. Nov. 14, 7pm Sat. Nov. 15, 2pm, Sat. Nov. 15, 7pm.

Other Event listings online : https://library.warnernh.gov/news-and-events/, nh365.org, visitnh.gov, kearsargecalendar.com nhhumanities.org/programs/upcoming, centerfortheartsnh.org Arts calendar, facebook.com/NHMusicCollective/

Our New cotton Tote/ Book bags are a hit: get one for yourself, or get a head start on holiday shopping! $10 minimum donation.

Or for Thanksgiving, send a "thank you" note with our special stained glass note cards (image and store link at the end of this newsletter)

Museum and Parks passes for free or reduced admission are available:

Full list and more details at: https://library.warnernh.gov/services/passes-2/

A few Museum happenings:

Currier Museum of Art exhibit Embellish Me: Works from the Collection of Norma Canelas Roth and William Roth opens November 7.

McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center fall schedule: Wed. through Sun., 10:30 AM – 4 PM. Music Under the Dome: multiple dates: Choose Taylor Swift or Pink Floyd!!

The MFA (Boston): new exhibit “Rachel Ruysch: Artist, Naturalist, and Pioneer”.

“Of Light and Air: Winslow Homer” Watercolors starts November 1: Tickets on Sale Now!

Museum of Science in Boston, all year, for 1/2 price entry!

Preschooler Story times Every Thurs. at 10:30am with Miss Sue: stories, songs, finger-plays, and a craft - in the Children's Room.

This week the children came in costume and paraded across to the NH Telephone Museum which often partners with the library for special programs.

Saturday Story times are back! Monthly: Nov. 15 and Dec. 6, at 10:30am.

November 3-8 is Children's Book Week. Miss Sue has won a Dav Pilkey Program event box. To win Dav Pilkey books, posters and stickers, pick up a contest entry sheet NOW and submit it by Nov. 3! Prize drawing and cookies at noon on Sat. Nov. 8.

The next Spring play is: "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens from ArtReach Children's Plays, Copyright 2006 by Kathryn Schultz Miller. Get your script from Miss Sue!

New Children's Items in our catalog: August, September, October and STEM KITS,

Find the most recent OverDrive/Libby audiobooks and ebooks. Try free digital magazines!:

Help out or donate blood at the monthly Red Cross Blood Drive at United Church of Warner. Next date is Friday Nov. 7, Noon to 4:30 pm. Sign up now!

Warner Food Pantry is seeking specific help. 603-456-2053 warnerpantry@gmail.com

Tuesdays: Donor pickup in Concord between 8-10am. (for subbing in).

Tuesdays: Floor worker 9:30-12:00 - donation processing, weekly (or share with others)

See also the Family Closet Thrift Store which also can use help and it benefits the Pantry.

Tech Tip

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Area Business and Farms

Reed's North is hiring Dish and Kitchen help. Must be 18 years of age with reliable transportation. Call 603 724 7707 for details or stop by and fill out and application.

Nov. 12 Warner Wednesday: French Night at Reed's

Lavender Fields at Pumpkin Blossom Farm has moved their store inside for the winter and will be open Fridays in November - 12:00pm to 4:00pm - Nov. 7, 14, 21, & 28.

or shop online: 15% off your next online order with code THANKYOU15. 

BUY LOCAL! Many local businesses are listed at /kearsargechamber.org/page/members

https://www.facebook.com/Buttonwood.shop https://www.mainstreetbookends.com/

Family Closet Thrift Store

Open Weds. and Saturdays 10am-4pm 603-456-2183. Volunteers needed. Fall clothing! familyclosetwcnh@gmail.com

Warner Area Food Pantry

November Wishlist: Jams/Jelly, Cooking Oils, Coffee/Tea, Hot Cocoa, Sugar, Flour, Cake Mixes/Frosting, Baby Wipes

www.warnerconnectsnh.org

Drop off items during office hours only, Tues.-Thurs. 10-1pm. Thank you!

Pantry Client Hours: TUES 4-6 pm & THURS. 11:00am- 1:00 pm. Facebook

Office Hours: Tues - Thurs., 10am - 1pm.

Belknap-Merrimack County Community Action hours in Warner at 49 W. Main Street. Tues. and Thursdays, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm or call 603-456-2207

Welfare Office - hours by appointment: Contact Warner Welfare office at 603-456-3004 or 456-2298 x1229, or email help@WarnerNH.gov. Urgent? Dial 211

AA Meetings: Weekly Sat. 7:00 – 8:00pm, Mon. 6:30-7:30pm, and Wed. 7:30-8:30 pm at the United Church of Warner. nhaa.net/meetings/warner-group

Legal help: https://www.603legalaid.org/

Outdoors and Sports

Local sports schedules and signup www.warnerparksandrec.com/

(Fall soccer signups at Warnersports.org/) see also YOUTH section of this newsletter.

WYSA NEWS: Wednesday, November 5th, Reed's North. Help support the Warner Youth Sports Association by purchasing dine in or dine out meals between 5-8 pm, with a portion of the proceeds directly benefitting the WYSA.

It's time to sign-up for skiing and snowboarding. This WYSA organized program runs from Thursday, 1/8/26 - 2/5/26. Instruction is provided by Pats Peak followed by an hour of free skiing with WYSA Chaperones. Parents must provide transportation.

Registration opens in November through the Pats Peak website. For the link and sign in, flyers will be sent home soon through Simonds school or for more information reach out to Glen Moyer at baldeagle03251@yahoo.com

Indoor Pickleball at Simond's: Mondays and Fridays 6:30-8:30pm. Use TeamReach WarnerNHPB, code WPB21 for attendance. If fewer than 4 sign up in the app, it may be cancelled for that date unless comments in app indicate otherwise. New players welcome.

The 2025 NH legislative session is in action again!

To comment on a Bill, or to register a position without speaking, look up the bill number and meeting date, then go to the House testimony page or Senate testimony page

For more Information on our elected officials, how to contact them, and how to watch or comment on legislation in NH or Congress has been placed on our new website to save space: https://library.warnernh.gov/local-info/legislative-representatives-for-warner-n-h/

Library Trustee meetings include the Monthly Board Meeting on the third Tuesday of each month (at 6:30 pm, in person). Trustee meetings are posted 24-48 hours in advance online and at the USPO and Library, and on the Warner Events Calendar. Approved minutes are published on the Trustee Minutes page.