Keeping the community up to date on community topics
Walpole Trail Committee Agenda
for March 11, 7 pm, Town Hall
Everyone Welcome
– Approval of previous meeting minutes
– Recording secretary position open
– Two new member positions open
– HOT (Help Our Trails) day plans
– Trail reports
-Rail trail section adopters
– Brush hogging rail trail
– Rail trail detour signs
– Thoughts for April meet
– Open discussion
Check out our Hooper Wishlist! Donations to our wishlist help stock our building and classroom with materials needed to run future programs including cooking classes, building rentals, camps, school programs, adult workshops, and more. The wishlist can also be found here on our website: https://www.hooperinstitute.org/support-our-mission.html
[Editor’s Note: Though it’s not located in Walpole, the Springfield Area Adult Day Services is a community resource that might have something to offer Walpole residents.]
Springfield Area Adult Day Services warmly invites community members to attend a special People First Health Fair on Saturday, March 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at its facility located at 266 River Street, Springfield, VT.
This free event will offer attendees the opportunity to receive complimentary wellness services, including balance screenings, checking of blood pressure and other vitals, and sharing of various health education tips designed to promote safety, mobility, and overall well-being.
Guests will also enjoy light refreshments and have the chance to enter a raffle drawing for a hand-made quilt and free membership at the Edgar May Health and Wellness Center.
In addition to wellness services, visitors will be able to tour the Adult Day campus, meet staff members, and learn more about the programs and support services available to older adults and those who might have physical or cognitive impairments. The center provides engaging activities such as bingo and arts, health monitoring, nutritious meals, social opportunities, and caregiver support in a safe and welcoming environment.
The event is free and open to the public. No appointment is necessary.
For more information, please contact:
Shelly Holley
802-885-9881
sholley@springfieldhospital.org
www.springfieldhospital.org/adult-day-service
And at the post offices for mailing to all postal addresses in Walpole, North Walpole, and Drewsville — 1,549 addresses. Again 20 pages and many articles focused on Town Meeting and School Withdrawal that is on the school ballot for the 10th of March, plus other articles for your enjoyment (hopefully).
Remember, Town Meeting with elections and the school ballot on Tuesday the 10th, followed by the meeting on Saturday the 14th. The Warrant Articles and information on School Withdrawal are on the CLARION website linked from the home page — so take a look and be informed to vote.
For now CLICK THIS LINK for the MARCH issue, or on the front cover below. Stay safe and well, yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher
The Hooper Institute is looking for local businesses interested in mentoring and employing a summer worker in the coming months. This would need to be an opportunity that aligns with the Institute’s subject areas of agriculture, forestry, botany, soil science, and environmental science. The Institute is committed to educating Walpoleans of all ages and supporting our community. The Hooper Institute’s summer work program was created to build bridges between our youth and local businesses. This is a young student’s first chance to begin exploring their interests in future careers and a chance to mentor the future of our community.
We are looking for a variety of businesses in Walpole to assist in mentoring a student worker. Previous placements have included farms, vineyards, and landscaping. The Hooper Institute is open to hearing further suggestions and offers that align with our subject areas and values. As an employer you will serve foremost as a patient teacher and mentor. This is a student’s first professional experience building habits and skills such as communication, time management, and work ethic.
Staff at the Hooper Institute will encourage students entering 9th grade and onwards to apply. Our team will require these students to submit an application and complete an interview, as a means of experiential learning. Our goal is to immerse students in their first professional atmosphere for further development.
Students will be paid through the Hooper Institute’s available funds. These workers must follow local and federal labor laws. Supervision and safety are essential considerations for all job placements. If you are interested please contact us at hooper.educator@gmail.com or 603-756-4382.
Apply to the 2026 Cheshire Kids Farm Camp Scholarship by February 28th
The Cheshire Kids Farm Camp Scholarship endeavors to connect young people with agriculture & the natural world. Scholarship-eligible programs include select farm camps and after school programs at Stonewall Farm, Orchard Hill, Kroka Expeditions, U-Mass Farm Academies, and memberships to NOFA-NH. Scholarships cover the full program cost unless otherwise noted.
Additional info and applications can be found at https://www.cheshireconservation.org/cheshire-kids
Submit Your Application via E-mail or Mail To:
11 Industrial Park Dr. Walpole, NH 03608
Due to the forecasted storm, the Main library will NOT be open today. The North Walpole branch IS OPEN until 1 pm. Come on in and say “hi”.
Volunteer(s) help wanted to deliver Meals on Wheels Tuesdays.
Pick up in Alstead, and deliver in Walpole. Approx. time 10:30 -11:30. Will train.
Call Krystyna for further details. 603-756-4509.
Because of yet another winter storm on Wednesday, February 18, the new tai chi group’s first meeting has been postponed by a week and now will meet on Wednesday, February 25, at 11 a.m. at the Walpole town hall. Remember – the first session is free and open to anyone who’s interested.
The Walpolean 
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