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The Story of Swenson Granite Works

January 10, 2018

Swenson Granite is a family-owned business that has been quarrying and cutting granite in New England since 1883. Founded by Swedish immigrant John Swenson, the company is now headed by the fourth generation of the Swenson family. Join us as we learn about the process of quarrying and cutting granite, Monday, Jan. 22 at 6:30… Read More »

Haley LaPoint’s Lecture Postponed

January 9, 2018

WMUR Meteorologist Haley LaPoint’s Jan. 10 lecture at Woodside has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. As soon as a new date has been confirmed, we’ll let everyone know.

Addiction and How to Get Help, Jan. 22

January 9, 2018

Corey Gately, LRGHealthcare Recovery Clinic substance abuse counselor speaks on the science of addiction and substance misuse services provided by LRGH, Monday, Jan. 22 at 2 p.m. in Taylor Community’s Woodside Building. This free event is open to the public. Gately is involved in the LRGHealthcare Suboxone Recovery Clinic, which treats individuals recovering from heroin… Read More »

Discovering NE Stone Walls, Jan. 17

January 8, 2018

Why are we so fascinated with stone walls? Kevin Gardner author of “The Granite Kiss,” explains how and why New England came to acquire its thousands of miles of stone walls in a presentation Wednesday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Taylor Community’s Woodside Building. The program is made possible by grant funding through the… Read More »

NH League of Women Voters

January 8, 2018

The League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization, which encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy. Join us for an informal question and answer presentation Monday, Jan. 17 at 2 p.m. in Taylor Community’s Woodside Building.… Read More »

Symphony Nova kicks off 2018 Concert Series

January 5, 2018

Taylor Community’s 2018 Concert Series kicks off with a performance by Symphony Nova. This free event is scheduled for Sunday, Jan. 14 at 3 p.m. in Taylor’s Woodside Building and is open to the public. The string quartet consists of Janny Joo and Zenas Hsu, violin; Maureen Heflinger, viola and Timothy Paek, cello. Musical selections… Read More »

Upcoming Fitness and Health Events

January 5, 2018

The following classes and fitness talk are scheduled at Taylor Community in the coming days. For more information, call 366-1206. Tai Chi with Russ Jones Learn how to improve mental clarity, balance and mobility through the ancient art of Tai Chi. Mondays for four weeks beginning Jan. 8 at 6 p.m. The cost is $24… Read More »

Wounded Warriors – A Soldier’s Story

December 21, 2017

Robert Vallieres struggled to find his “new normal” when he returned home after serving in the military. An accident in Kuwait left him suffering constant pain from traumatic brain injury and internal injuries. Wounded Warriors is Vallieres’ story of self-healing from crippling “invisible” wounds. He’ll bring his story in two separate sessions at Taylor Community:… Read More »

The History of the Draper & Maynard Sporting Goods Company

December 21, 2017

Louise Samaha McCormack presents a program on the Draper & Maynard Sporting Goods Company, Monday, Jan. 8 at 6:30 p.m. in Taylor Community’s Woodside Building. This free event is open to the public. McCormack has been the unofficial curator of the Plymouth State University Draper & Maynard Collection for 15 years. Her program features a… Read More »

Taylor Chorus Holiday Concert, Dec. 18

December 4, 2017

Directed by Jane Ellis, the Taylor Community Chorus Holiday Presentation is always a campus favorite. Everyone is invited to enjoy this free event Monday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. in Taylor’s Woodside Building.