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May 2026 Clarion Closing Date – 4/22/26

Uncategorized 04/16/2026 Leave a comment

Deadline a little less than a week away and I already have about eight submission for the May 2026 CLARION – thank you. Will you be next? For your article submissions, and new advertisements the closing date for the May issue is Wednesday, April 22 – or earlier if you can. Submission guidelines, and contact email are on the CLARION website.

Your early submissions are always welcome and appreciated as I start developing the layout well beforehand. If you have some “news” send it along. In addition, I like to have on-hand material of interest that is not time-sensitive to fill space to round out a pleasing issue. So, if you would “like to be in print” and have something to write and share (images as well), send along for possible inclusion space permitting. Please do remember, it is the advertisers in each issue that make this community publication possible, so please support and thank them.

If you have any questions, or interest in placing an advertisement, reaching over 1900 Walpole, North Walpole and Drewsville addresses, I welcome your inquiries, so please do get in touch with me. Advertising information and contact information is on the CLARION website.

Thank you, RAY BOAS, Publisher

Selectboard Meeting Agenda – 4/9/26

Uncategorized 04/09/2026 Leave a comment

TOWN OF WALPOLE

SELECTBOARD MEETING AGENDA

April 9, 2026

Starting at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall

SELECTBOARD MEETING

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

  • Accounts Payable Check Register in the total amount of $102,065.02 for checks issued 4/14/2026 and a $121,598.00 ACH payment to Primex for 2 invoices.

PAYROLL

  • Payroll Register totaling $33,897.55 dated 4/10/2026 and the 941 Payroll Tax Transfer of $6,178.25

SELECTBOARD MEETING MINUTES

  • Selectboard Meeting – April 2, 2026
  • Selectboard Non-Public Session – April 2, 2026

VETERANS TAX CREDIT

  • Map and Lot# 008-020-000

SOLAR ENERGY TAX CREDIT

  • Map and Lot# 003-026-000
  • Map and Lot# 010-026-002

EXCAVATION INTENTS

  • Map and Lot# 001-016-002

OLD BUSINESS

Pending Further Actions: Old North Main and High Streets Bridges/Culverts, School and Union Street Drainage, Parking Ordinance

  • Gazebo Stair and Landing Repair Quote
  • High Street Garage

NEW BUSINESS

  • Cemetery Deeds
  • Draft Petition for Special Town Meeting
  • Assessing Letter to New England Power
  • Regional Planning Meeting at the Town Hall
  • Memorial Day

NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS: RSA 91-A:3 II (b) (c)

HOOPER TRUSTEES MEETING

HOOPER TRUSTEES MINUTES

  • Hooper Trustees Meeting – April 2, 2026

HOOPER TRUSTEES PUBLIC BUSINESS

  • SBC Consulting Services Agreement

HOOPER TRUSTEES NON-PUBLIC BUSINESS: RSA 91-A:3 II (a)

**Any recording, audio or visual, and/or other devices must be declared at the beginning of the meeting**

Postponed: Boston Cane Ceremony

Uncategorized 04/08/2026 Leave a comment

The Boston Cane Ceremony that was scheduled for Thursday, April 9, 2026 has been postponed.

Reminder: Hooper Institute Earth Day 5k Walk/Run – 4/18/26

Uncategorized 04/04/2026 Leave a comment

Don’t miss your chance to participate in our Hooper Earth Day 5k! Registration closes April 10.

April 18, 2026 – 9am race start 
Join us for a run, community 5K run/walk in celebration of Earth Day to support our programs! This is a community-focused event, perfect for runners, walkers, families, and first-timers alike. We’ll have prizes for our top finishers and t-shirts for the first 50 people who register. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome. Register HERE.

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Kids Author Talk at the Library – 4/11/26

Uncategorized 03/28/2026 Leave a comment
Kids author talk at the Walpole Town Library, Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00 am in the Main Library. Louise discovered her niche in capturing photos that transform into children's books, where tree bark and branches morph into animal characters with distinct personalities. It's her creative tribute to nature, sparking the imaginations of young readers and celebrating the art of storytelling. Join her as she reads from her latest work, "Tree Spirits," answers questions, and shares a take-home craft for kids.

April 2026 Clarion Now Online

Uncategorized 03/27/2026 Leave a comment

And at the post offices for mailing to all postal addresses in Walpole, North Walpole, and Drewsville — 1,549 addresses. Again 20 pages and may I remind you for a color experience with both pictures and ads, do visit the on-line edition.

Another fast month, and before you know it I will be asking for your May issue submissions.

For now CLICK THIS LINK for the APRIL issue, or on the front cover below. Stay safe and well, yours, RAY BOAS, Publisher

Hooper Camp Registration – Opens 4/1/26

Uncategorized 03/26/2026 Leave a comment

Link to the registration form HERE

Hooper Camp. Open to students in grades 1-8, Hooper Camp offers hands-on, outdoor learning for every age. Campers in grades 1-4 enjoy themed Morning Camps while students in grades 5-8 can choose off-site Adventure Camp or Wood Camp for even more outdoor fun. Visit out website or use the QR code below for details and registration!

Poetry Reading at the Library – 4/9/26

Uncategorized 03/26/2026 Leave a comment
Poetry Reading at the Walpole Town Library. Chard deNiord, Alice Fogel, and Lesle Lewis, Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm. The Wlapole Town Library is delighted to host a poetry reading. Chard deNiord is the author of eight books of poetry. Alice B. Fogel is the New Hampshire Poet Laureate emerita (2013-2019). Lesle Lewis has two forthcoming collections in 2026.

Hooper Institute High School Summer Work Program

Uncategorized 03/20/2026 Leave a comment

Applications are open for our HS Summer Work Program! Gain experience on a farm, as a camp counselor or in the gardens and get paid for your learning! Students must be 14 years old to apply. For questions or further information please contact George Gowdy at hooper.educator@gmail.com. Applications are due April 17th. 

Applications can be found here: https://www.hooperinstitute.org/high-school-work-program.html

Evening Beginner T’ai Chi Class in Walpole – Starts 4/7/26

Uncategorized 03/20/2026 Leave a comment

T’AI CHI CH’UAN
NEW BEGINNERS CLASS

Starting: Thursday, April 7, 2026.
Classes will meet: Weekly on Tuesday evenings from 7-8 pm.
Location: Hastings House (past the WUUC), 14 Union St., Walpole, NH.
Registration is open through April 28th for new participants.
Classes taught by: Djemila Cavanaugh (Long River instructor)
Cost: $65.00 per month

For more information and to register
call/text or email Djemila:
phone: 802-490-0225
email: djem.translator@gmail.com