NH Sportsplex (Bedford)
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Tuesday March 3, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
LOCATION: 68 Technology Drive, Bedford NH
Cost: FREE!!
Ages: 18 months-6 years
RSVP by Sunday, March 1 to Heidi England

Come join in for an hour of fun at the NH Sportsplex! The Director of the Lil' Kickers soccer program and GNMC member, Kristi Therrien, has put this fun activity together for us. It is appropriate for kids' age 18 months - 6 years and will include exposure to both Soccer and T-ball. This program will be a fun way to introduce/teach sports to young children in an age-appropriate manner. Children under the age of 3 years will require a parent to be on the field with them. Please dress your child in comfortable clothing (with sneakers) and if you own a baseball glove feel free to bring it along. For more information, visit http://www.nhsportsplex.com/udp.php?id=3 .

GNMC Board Meeting (Nashua):
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Monday, March 9, 7:00pm
LOCATION: Tracey McDevitt's house, Nashua.
RSVP by Friday, March 6 to Amanda Lawrence.
All members are welcome to attend, especially anyone interested in becoming a board member. We still have a few vacant positions in need of immediate fulfillment - check out the list here.

Ice Skating at Conway Arena (Nashua)
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Tuesday March 10, 10:00am - 11:40am
Cost: $5 per skater (with 20 or more people)/$7 per skater (with less than 20 people)
Ages: Toddlers and up (use your best judgment)
RSVP by Saturday, March 7 to Heidi England

Get out of the snow and onto the ice! The more people who join in, the better the price! Please plan to arrive by 10:00am to get your skates; crates will be available to assist the kids (and adults who may need them). Dress warmly, and DON'T FORGET YOUR HELMETS !! You are able to bring in snacks and drinks for your child. This will be GREAT fun, please join us!!!

Clothing Swap Shop (Nashua)
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Tuesday, March 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
LOCATION: Immaculate Conception Church Parish Center, 216 E. Dunstable Rd Nashua
RSVP to Tracy Spencer
Let's not let that pesky groundhog get us down, think Spring! Come and enjoy an afternoon at the clothing swap and hunt for some short sleeve t-shirts, light weight jackets, and even flip flops! Playgroups welcome!!!!!! As always, the swap is not a piece for piece exchange but rather a "bring what you can and take only what you need" event! We request that the clothing is freshly laundered and in gently used condition. Hope to see you there!

Friday, March 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION: Hudson Rec. Center , 2 Oakwood Ave
COST: Snack to share; also collecting items for the Mother's Day Baskets for Marguerite's Place-donations accepted!!
AGES: All are encouraged to attend!
RSVP by Wed., March 11 to Heidi

Go Green! Come join us for some fun! Story, games, crafts and some great company. Please bring a snack to share. This is a can't-miss event!!!

GNMC Discount Day at the Rugged Bear! (Amherst)
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Saturday, March 14, 9:00am - 12:00pm. You MUST present the coupon from the GNMC March 2009 Newsletter (see page 8). Valid for the 105 Ponemah Road, Amherst NH location ONLY. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Limit one coupon per person.

New Mom's Support Group
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Every Thursday, 11:00am, "Babies and Books" at the Nashua Public Library. Come join us every Thursday morning in the Children's Room for one hour of books, music, fun and more! For children 12 months and younger. Cost is FREE. Open to the public, no RSVP necessary.

"Meet & Greet"
Wednesday, March 18, 10:00am
LOCATION: Robyn Nixon's house (directions given upon RSVP).
RSVP by Monday, March 16 to Robyn Nixon
Let's all get to know each other! We can brainstorm new ideas for our monthly get-togethers, and have some coffee, tea and goodies!

Working Moms Night Out - La Caretta (Nashua)
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Wednesday, March 18, 7:00pm
LOCATION: 139 DW Hwy (near Wendy's & BJs)
COST: Whatever you eat and drink
RSVP by Monday, March 16 to Amanda & Marie

Calling all Working Moms, come out come out where ever you are!  Meet us for some chips and salsa, a margarita, some delicious food, and great conversation. After months of weather getting in our way, we are spicing things up!!! Please join us for a night out on the town, we all need to catch up!

Craft Night: Paper Bead Bracelets (Nashua)
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Monday, February 23, 7:00pm
LOCATION: Donna Dyess' home in Nashua
COST: Free!
RSVP to Donna Dyess by Friday, February 20
Join us to make these fun, water-resistant bracelets out of old newspapers, magazines, or any paper you like. What a fun and creative way to recycle paper!

Home Depot Kids Workshop - "Speedway" (Nashua)
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Saturday, February 7, 9:00am - 12:00pm
LOCATION: Home Depot, DW Highway, Nashua
COST: Free!
Designed for kids ages 4-12, these workshops teach do-ityourself skills and tool safety, while instilling a sense of accomplishment. Kids get a FREE Home Depot apron and a pin to adorn it for each activity completed. This is a great activity for Dads & kids!

Dot Art Playday at The Toy Factory (Nashua)
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Saturday, March 7, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: 115 Northeastern Blvd, Nashua NH
COST: FREE!

Our colorful, washable Do-a-Dot markers are perfect for small hands. The markers provide big splashes of color and they make minimal mess! Big kids enjoy Do-a-Dot markers because they are such a unique art experience! Cost is free, and no registration is required. Will be held at Keys to Learning's new store called "The Toy Factory".

Parenting NH's Summer Camp and Program Expo (Manchester and Nashua)
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Thursday, March 12, 5:30pm-8:30pm at the Radisson Hotel/Center of NH in Manchester, and Saturday, March 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm at the Crowne Plaza, Nashua (off Exit 8)
COST: FREE

If you're considering sending your kids to summer camp but don't know where to start, this event is one you won't want to miss! Meet with representatives from more than 50 camps and summer programs from around the country. Pick up information on all types of camps, such as overnight, traditional day, camps abroad, sports and dance programs, education, traveling and much more. This event gives parents and kids the chance to talk one-on-one with reps and gain some insight on the whole process, from registration to the camp experience. Learn how the camps are structured and what types of activities are planned. Get a better idea of what the costs will be and who will be in charge of your children while they're away. Click here for more information.

Goodnight Moon and the Runaway Bunny (Lebanon)
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Friday, March 13, 9:30am & 11:30am and Saturday, March 14, 3:00pm
Location: Lebanon Opera House, 51 North Park St., Lebanon NH
COST: Friday - Adults, $10, children, $5; Saturday - Adults, $15, children, $8.

Goodnight Moon is a celebration of familiar nighttime rituals, while The Runaway Bunny's pretend tale of leaving home evokes reassuring responses from his loving mum. The endearing rabbit characters, soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery infuses young readers with a reassuring sense of security and peace while the show's whimsical puppetry and evocative original music brings a new sense of appreciation to stories that have delighted several generations. For more information call (603) 448-0400, or visit www.lebanonoperahouse.org.

Birthday Party Preview at Michael's Craft Store (Nashua)
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Saturday, March 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
LOCATION: DW Highway , Nashua (same plaza as DSW Shoes)
COST: FREE

Come preview their NEW birthday party program and decorate a FREE brownie to eat or take with you!

Hollis Preschool Annual Clothing Resale (Hollis)
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Saturday, March 28, 8:00am-12:00pm
LOCATION: Hollis Upper Elementary School , 12 Drury Lane , Hollis NH

This annual fundraiser is always very popular with bargain shoppers!  Get there early to get the best deals - kids clothing from newborn to size 16 as well as maternity clothes.  $5 per bag starting at 11:30am.

Annual St. Patrick's Day Parade (Manchester)
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Sunday, March 29, 12:00pm
Elm Street, Downtown Manchester

This annual parade is the largest community event in Manchester ! Each March, more than 70,000 people line the one mile course on Elm St, from Salmon to Auburn Streets, to cheer for the bagpipers, high-school bands & marching units of all types. Come & enjoy the fun! Click here for more information.

"Steve Blunt Family Concert" Scholarship Fund Benefit (Nashua)
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Sunday, March 29, 3:30pm
LOCATION: Nashua High School North Auditorium, off Exit 6
COST: $6.00 per ticket, or $20 per family

Presented by the Nashua College Club. Also featuring children's author & illustrator, Marty Kelley, plus performances from the Academy of Movement . The Nashua College Club was incorporated in 1923 for the purpose of providing scholarships for young women from Nashua - your support is greatly appreciated! Tickets are available at Annie's Book Stop (two locations), Mother & Child, The Rugged Bear, Academy of Movement , Keys to Learning, and Rivier College Early Childhood Center , or by calling Beth Bartlett at 882-4785.

Amesbury Sports Park Winter Tubing (Amesbury, MA)
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Open Thursdays & Fridays  3:30pm-9:00pm; Saturdays 10:00am-9:00pm, Sundays  10:00am-5:00pm, Holidays and School Vacation Weeks 10:00am-9:00pm
LOCATION: 12 South Hunt Road, Amesbury MA (off Rte 495)
COST: Thursdays: 3 HOUR PASS-$15.00; 5 HOUR PASS- $20.00; Friday/Sat/Sun/Holidays and Vacations: 3 HOUR PASS-$20.00; 5 HOUR PASS-$30.00
Ages: 4 and up (for safety reasons, 3 and under not allowed on tubes)

Amesbury Sports Park can be seen from Interstate 495 so is its own best advertising! Riders get a kick out of tubing down the 9 tracks served by three lifts on the grounds of the New England Soccer School . Parents can watch the action from the cozy Corner Kick Pub, which features WiFi, darts, and pub fare. A new snack shack will have warm treats to ease the wait during busy times. Children ages 4-7 must wear protective helmet if under 42" (bring your own, or borrow one from the establishment), and must be accompanied by an adult at all times on a one-to-one ratio. Helmets optional for ages 8 and up. Bring a non-perishable food item and receive a $3 discount off your winter tubing ticket!

Charmingfare Farm Egg-citing Egg Hunt! (Candia)
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Saturday, April 4; Sunday, April 5; Saturday, April 11
Choose 11:00am, 12:00pm OR 1:00pm as your start time
LOCATION: 774 High Street , Candia NH
COST: $17 per person (under age 1 Free)

A special egg hunt area will be set-up at the farm to allow children to search for the colorful eggs. Acting as the host will be magician Steve Thomas. Each child will be able to fill their egg carton with up to 12 colorful eggs. (Children enjoy decorating an egg carton at home before the day of the hunt. Egg cartons are on-hand if needed.) Each egg contains candy or a small gift. Some eggs offer the chance to win even bigger prizes. Over $7,500 worth of prizes is up for grabs! To give everyone a fair chance at hunting, the children will be divided into age groups. The first group going out will be children aged 3 and under (group A), followed by ages 4 to 7 (group B) and finally the 8 and older (group C). Each group will have time to hunt and fill their cartons. Each child can take home the eggs they have found. Admission cost includes horse-drawn, tractor train and pony rides. Visit www.charmingfare.com/egghunt.php to purchase your tickets.