Gardening, ghost stories and dance party: Community events May 12-18

Gardening, ghost stories and dance party: Community events May 12-18

Learn how to experience spring bird migrations to the fullest

DOVER — Discover the wonders of spring bird migration in a virtual talk hosted by the Dover Public Library in partnership with the Ashland Public Library on Monday, May 12, at 7 p.m. Registration is required to receive the livestream link — sign up at library.dover.nh.gov.

Witches of Wakefield: Unraveling local legends

SANBORNVILLE — Ever wondered where Witchtrot Road got its eerie name? Curious if Wakefield is haunted—or even your own home? Find out at an intriguing presentation by the Wakefield-Brookfield Historical Society on Tuesday, May 13, at 7 p.m. in the Community Room of Gafney Library (14 High St., Sanbornville). For more information or directions, call Jennifer at 603-522-6713.

Learn about native plants and invasive species

The Berwick Public Library will host a discussion on gardening with native plants and managing invasive species on Wednesday, May 14, at 6 p.m.

BERWICK, Maine — The Berwick Public Library will host a discussion on gardening with native plants and managing invasive species on Wednesday, May 14, at 6 p.m. The program will be led by Jill Crosbie, stewardship director at Great Works Regional Land Trust (GWRLT) and a master’s degree holder in Sustainable Land Planning and Ecological Management.

Community Conversations set for May 15

PORTSMOUTH — CDFA and New Hampshire Humanities are launching a series of Community Conversations to explore the evolving nature of communities and the impact of community centers in strengthening towns and cities across the state. Residents are invited to join the discussion on May 15 at 6 p.m. at the Portsmouth Community Campus. For more details, visit nhcdfa.org/CommunityConversations.

Create stunning beaded earrings at Dover Library

DOVER — Learn how to craft your own beaded earrings in a hands-on class at the McConnell Center, Room 306. The Dover Public Library is hosting two sessions: Thursday, May 15 at 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 17 at 2 p.m. No experience is necessary—all supplies are included. Open to students ages 16 and up. Sign up online at library.dover.nh.gov.

Family dance event at Dover Library

DOVER — Families are invited to get moving and have fun at a special dance event with Jenna from The Suite Studio at the Dover Public Library. Join the excitement on Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m. in Room 306 of the McConnell Center.

Madbury Church ham and bean supper set for May 17

MADBURY — The Madbury United Church of Christ will host a ham and bean supper at the Madbury Town Hall (13 Town Hall Road) on Saturday, May 17, from 5–6:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy baked ham, a variety of homemade baked beans, hot dogs, coleslaw, potato salad, assorted bread, and a 20-item salad bar, along with handcrafted fruit and cream pies for dessert. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children under 12.

This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Gardening, ghost stories and dance party: Community events May 12-18