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Hollis Historical Society Programs 2010 |
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PO BOX 754
Hollis, NH 03079 www.hollis-history.org |
Wheeler House 603-465-3935 |
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Thursday,
October 21st 7:30PM
GHOSTS OF OUR CHURCH YARD CEMETERY
Joan Tinklepaugh -- Society
Historian
Five early settlers buried in the Hollis church yard cemetery
return to tell their stories.
The Lawrence Barn Community Center
Thursday,
November 18th
2010 7:30PM
Restoration of the Benjamin Whiting House on
Main Street
Donald Wenham Fyfe, Jr. -- Owner of "Uniquely New England
Details of the recent restoration of
this historic Hollis home at
19 Main St. will be shared as well as its rich history dating back to 1771
The Lawrence Barn Community Center
Tuesday, March
24th 2011 7:30PM
Town Hall Remembrances
A select panel will present a collection of stories about our town hall as
the center of Hollis social and political activities.
The Lawrence Barn Community Center
Tuesday, April
21st 2011 7:30PM
(The 4th Thursday)
The History of Old Home Days in New Hampshire Towns
Gary Crooker -- Author
Mr. Crooker will tell the origins and history behind the Old Home Days
and about the differences in the various celebrations in area towns. He includes
interesting experiences while writing his book on the topic.
The Lawrence Barn Community Center
Tuesday, May
19th 2011 7:00PM
Annual Meeting and Pot Luck Dinner -- Program at 8PM
Baked Beans and Fried Clams: How Food Defines a Region
Edie Clark -- New Hampshire Humanities Council
A fascinating look at how foods like baked beans, Indian pudding, fried
clams and lobster rolls that are distinctive to the New England region have
helped to shape our culture and customs.
The Lawrence Barn Community Center