🌱 Sample Voting Ballot + New Humane Programs For Kids

Hello, everyone! Here's your Saturday edition of the Bedford Patch newsletter. In today's issue, you'll read about these stories and more...

• Find a sample voting ballot and more in the Patch Bedford 2023 Town And School Election Voter's Guide.
• New Humane Education Programs for kids
• What's happening in Bedford this weekend?

Remember to "Spring Ahead" this weekend for Daylight Savings Time!

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy and colder. High: 40 Low: 26.

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Here are the top stories today in Bedford:

1. Everything you need to know about important issues and a sample ballot for the March 14 election is in the Patch "Bedford 2023 Town And School Election Voter's Guide." Find out what candidates think about important issues, what you need to know about the $85.2 million school budget, an important solar project and other issues on the ballot. Voting will be on "Tuesday, March 14, at Bedford High School, in the gym, at 47 Nashua Road." See the sample ballot and find out more here: (Bedford Patch)
2. With a new humane educator on staff, the Animal Reduce League of New Hampshire is offering new Humane Education Programming that will have fun, interactive projects for kids. The program will include "reading to shelter pets, in-classroom presentations, a monthly kids newsletter, opportunities for Scouts to fulfill badge requirements, and more!" Find out more here: (Animal Rescue League of NH)
3. What's happening in Bedford this weekend? It's Cinema Sunday at the Bedford Public Library. Meet in the McAllaster Room at 1:30 p.m to see the film. A short presentation will be made before the film, followed by a discussion after the viewing. Also on Sunday, join The Canvas Road Show for a Family Resin Workshop for all ages at 2 p.m., and, at 5:30 p.m., discover your creative side in a Planks & Planters Woodshop. Find out more here: (Bedford Patch)

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Today in Bedford:

• Snowshoe for all ages: "Join us for a snowshoe on the new trails at Legacy Park. Ages 5+ We will talk about Wildlife adaptations in Winter and enjoy hot cocoa and a snack in the warming hut afterwards. Bring snowshoes and hiking poles or sturdy boots with traction. Okay to just show but prefer that you register here:" (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Good luck! "Our Destination Imagination is headed to Amherst this weekend to compete in Regionals. GOOD LUCK Memorial!" (Memorial Elementary School via Facebook)
• St. Patrick's Day crafts: "Are you looking for some fun easy St. Patrick's Day 🍀 crafts to make? Be sure to check out this edition of 'Craft Corner'. Airing this week on BCTV. Visit www.bedfordtv.com for program times or watch👀 it here." (Bedford (NH) Community Television via Facebook)
• Camp Twin Hills: "It's time to meet our camp🎇! Sitting on 184 wooded acres, Camp Twin Hills offers a camp experience that will enhance your camper's summer experience! This woodland oasis has nature trails, an archery range..." (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Discover new ideas: "Join the Friends of the Bedford Library for a class that will open us up to new ideas and creative solutions, primarily in the way we assemble those ideas and relate our words. We will play with words and their associations." (Bedford (NH) Public Library via Facebook)

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• Great New England SPECIALTY FOODS & ARTISAN show (March 11)
• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week (March 14)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar on March 14th and 16th at Saint Anselm College (March 14)
• Humane Society for Greater Nashua Pot of Gold Raffle (March 17)
• Good Neighbor Health Clinics Benefit Concert (March 18)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all soon for another update!

— Paula Constance

About me: Paula is a contributing writer, author, and media producer. When she's not writing, you can find her hiking or watching fireflies in the sultry moments before sunset. You can follow her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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