Happy Veteran’s Day, Granite Staters!
Move over, Netflix. We’ve found some hands-on hobbies worth leaving the couch for, from pottery to weaving and quilting. More on that below.
Here’s some news to know this morning:
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Here’s what’s inside today’s newsletter:
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This election season, Granite Post journalists were on the ground across New Hampshire. We knocked on doors, attended town halls, tracked down candidates, and worked late nights to keep you informed. From social media and newsletters to live blogs, we brought you the latest wherever you followed the news.
The election is over, but our work isn’t. We’ll keep covering the issues that matter to Granite Staters and holding elected leaders accountable.
That work is possible because of you. Can you chip in $25, or any amount, to support the journalists behind our reporting?
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(Courtesy of Alexandria Stretton )
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A big shoutout to Alexandria Stretton for sharing this beautiful photo from an afternoon walk around her hometown of Newmarket!
Fun fact: Across the river is the Newmarket Public Library, which has a pretty fascinating history.
In 1801, Wentworth Cheswill helped establish Newmarket’s first library, a private subscription library where members could borrow books. One interesting rule in his will? No one could have more than one library book checked out at a time!
Sea captain and mill official John Webster funded the construction of a new library building in 1884. The Newmarket Manufacturing Co. later donated the building to the town, helping make books accessible to the broader community.
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Learning to weave at Strawbery Banke in Portsmouth means crafting in an actual museum of American History. (Strawbery Banke)
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Weaving
🧶 Harrisville Designs — Harrisville
Learn traditional weaving in a historic 1830s mill building, with immersive workshops for beginners and experienced weavers.
🪡 Strawbery Banke — Portsmouth
This living history museum offers hands-on weaving workshops, including scarf-making, rag rug weaving, and spinning.
Pottery
🏺 Voice of Clay — Brookline
Offers beginner-friendly pottery classes, six-week workshops, and private lessons in wheel throwing and hand-building.
🎨 League of NH Craftsmen — North Conway
Offers pottery classes ranging from beginner wheel throwing to seasonal projects, plus open studio access for continuing students.
Quilting
🧵 Hannah Dustin Quilters’ Guild — Hudson
A community quilting guild bringing enthusiasts together for meetings, educational activities, and shared quilting projects.
🪡 Monadnock Quilters’ Guild — Peterborough
Connects local quilters through gatherings, educational opportunities, and a shared love of traditional quilt-making.
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Election Day is behind us, and New Hampshire voters have made their voices heard. Now comes the next big question: What should the state’s newly elected leaders prioritize? From housing affordability and education to property taxes and healthcare, there’s no shortage of issues facing the Granite State.
So this week’s question is:
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The votes are in! If you could tell New Hampshire’s newly elected officials to focus on just ONE issue, what would it be?
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Here’s what you’re saying:
“I would say get rid of the school voucher system! Strengthen our public schools! Make public colleges and university tuition free. We must give all students a good educational foundation, not just those with lots of money.” — Nancy Halloran
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🎻 New England Fiddle Ensemble Gala
Portsmouth, Saturday, Nov. 14, 4-8 p.m.
Enjoy an evening of live music, a buffet dinner, auctions, and raffles while supporting the New England Fiddle Ensemble. Local bands will provide entertainment, and guests can bid on live and silent auction items. Tickets must be purchased in advance. $100 per person.
More info
🌻 Pollinator Pathways NH Seed Swap & Giveaway
Portsmouth, Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Bring native seeds to swap or simply stop by to pick up free seeds for your garden at Pollinator Pathways NH’s ninth annual seed swap. It’s an opportunity to discover native plants and prepare for next spring’s garden. Free admission and family-friendly.
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🎅 Santa Carving for Beginners
New London, Sunday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Get into the holiday spirit with a beginner-friendly woodcarving workshop! Learn basic carving techniques as you transform a block of wood into a Santa or wizard ornament. Perfect for handmade gifts or holiday decorations. Ages 14 and up. $80 for members, $90 for nonmembers, plus a $10 materials fee.
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🌲 New Hampshire Forests: Past, Present, and Future
Durham, Monday, Nov. 16, 5-6:30 p.m.
Ever wonder how New Hampshire’s most iconic landscapes were preserved? Join conservation expert Dave Anderson for a fascinating look at 125 years of forest protection, from Mount Monadnock to Franconia Notch. Learn about the challenges facing the state’s forests and explore historic documents from UNH’s Special Collections. Free admission; registration requested.
More info
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Thanks for reading. This newsletter was written by Katy Savage with a story from Stacy Milbouer. It was edited by Crystal Niforos.
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