Wounded Warriors surf day returns to Hampton Beach: Community events Aug. 19-25

Portsmouth ‘Back to School’ Breakfast

PORTSMOUTH — The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth will host a Back-to-School Breakfast Forum from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the Atlantic Grill in Rye. Zach McLaughlin, superintendent of Schools at Portsmouth School Department, Courtney Ritchings, director of Career Technical Education and Stephen Chinosi, principal of Portsmouth High School, will be the speakers. Open to members and community members alike. Register at https://tinyurl.com/backtoschoolbfast .

Discover the real-life settings for Stephen King’s novels

DOVER — Explore the real-life places that inspired many of the settings in Stephen King’s novels in “Stephen King’s Maine: Maine Destinations for Stephen King Fans” on Tuesday, Aug. 20. The Dover Public Library, in partnership with Tewksbury Public Library, is hosting the 7 p.m. virtual event. Those interested in attending will need to register through the library’s website at library.dover.nh.gov.

Craft Dorset buttons at Dover Public Library

DOVER — Join the Dover Public Library on Friday, Aug. 23, at 10:30 a.m. for a hands-on workshop on making Dorset buttons. This program is perfect for older teens and adults, with no prior experience needed. Participants will leave with at least one finished button and the skills to create more. All supplies are provided. Registration is required. Sign up at library.dover.nh.gov or call 603-516-6050.

Wounded Warriors to hit the surf at Hampton's North Beach

HAMPTON — The Wounded Warrior Project, NE Disabled Sport, and the Manchester VA will return to North Beach for the annual Hit the Beach event on Friday, Aug. 23. The Wounded Warriors are veterans wounded in Afghanistan, Iraq, Vietnam, and other conflicts around the globe. Hit The Beach introduces injured veterans, along with their spouses and children, to surfing. Four local surf shops (Cinnamon Rainbows, Pioneers, Zapstix, and Summer Sessions) provide the equipment, including surfboards, wetsuits, and instructors. The location is 18th Street, and surfing will run from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Family Dance Party at Dover Public Library

DOVER —Join Jenna from The Suite Studio for a fun family dance session at the Dover Public Library on Saturday, Aug. 24 at 10 a.m. Families are welcome to dance together, with options to wear or hold babies, or let them nap in their seats. Kids who can walk or have their own dance moves can join in the fun. All ages are welcome!

Granny’s Treasures indoor sale

SOMERSWORTH — Saturday, Aug. 24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., at St. Ignatius of Loyola Parish Holy Trinity Church Hall, 404 High St., Somersworth. Many items to choose from. Featured items include yard, garden, home décor, beach, books, dishes, nick knacks, small appliances, quality kitchen ware, bagged jewelry, fall and winter holiday. Great finds for crafters, couples starting out, college student dorms, etc.

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