🌱 Vote Tuesday + Runners Make Top 10 + Paint Your Pet Workshop

Hello again, everybody! It's Monday in Bedford and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's happening today. In this edition…

• Vote Tuesday at Bedford High School.
• Hockey team members help with the Shamrock Half Marathon.
• Paint Your Pet workshop.
• Bedford runners in the top 10.

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But first, today's weather:

A passing afternoon shower. High: 57 Low: 37.

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Here are the top stories in Bedford today:

1. Vote tomorrow! Bedford town elections will be held on Tuesday, March 28, at the Bedford High School gym from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Are you ready to cast your ballot? Find out why this election is important for Bedford and see a sample ballot in the Patch Town Voter Guide.
2. Several members of the Bedford boys' hockey team helped Millennium Running with the Citizens Shamrock Half Marathon & Relay race on March 25. The start/finish line was in front of Veterans Park in Downtown Manchester. (Bedford Hockey via Facebook)
3. Two Bedford runners were among the top 10 to cross the finish line in the Citizens Shamrock Half Marathon & Relay race Saturday. David Saarinen, 52, of Bedford came in 4th place, and Jamie Burrough, 25, was the 8th runner to cross the finish line. Congratulations, David and Jamie! See the full list of runners and finish times here: (Millennium Running)
4. Paint a portrait of your pet with the Canvas Road Show. Learn easy brush strokes and techniques at the Paint Your Pet workshop on Wednesday, March 28 for ages 12+. Email a headshot picture "of your furry friends" when you register, and you'll find a sketch on the canvas, ready to paint on the night of the event. Beginners are welcome! (Bedford Patch)

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Today in Bedford:

From my notebook:

• Over 1,000 puzzles donated to senior center: "Troop 20202 from Amherst/Mont Vernon, NH have been giving back! Recently, they donated over 1,000 puzzles🧩 and memory books to a local senior center. We'd love to see how your troop has been up to!" (Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains via Facebook)
• Kids in the studio: "Such a fun group of kiddio we had in studio! 🤗 These kids did soooooo good painting this cute little bunny painting. 🐰🐇🖌🎨" (The Canvas Road Show via Facebook)
• School board: "SHEILA MACDONALD FOR BEDFORD SCHOOL BOARD Dear Bedford Community Members- I am writing this letter to express my enthusiasm for running for the Bedford School Board. As a concerned citizen and a passionate advocate for public education ..." (Patch Neighbor Posts)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! See you all tomorrow morning.

— 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 also find her on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

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