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Friends of the Hebron Library
Shaping the Future: Strategic Planning Underway at Newfound Schools
The Newfound Area School District is in the midst of strategic planning—an ex- citing opportunity to shape the future of the district! Last summer, conversations began to prepare a new approach to replace the 2019-2024 plan.
A core team of district employees was formed to work together to carry out the efforts. Through the fall and into early 2025, the pro- cess started to take shape. In March of 2025, two commu- nity stakeholder gatherings were held to garner commu- nity input.
Additionally, in the com-
ing weeks, community-wide surveys will be distributed along with student conver- sations held from pre-K through 12th grade to gather input. The timeline is to pull together a draft plan through spring and summer and have a 2025 to 2030 strategic plan for board approval.
If you are interested or want to learn more, contact phoiriis@sau4.org
The icebreaker from a re- cent roundtable discussion resulted in a heartwarming visual sharing why Newfound is so loved!
Ask Citizens Support for Library
Warrant Article
The vote takes place at Hebron’s May 15th Annual Town Meeting
HEBRON - The Friends of the Hebron Library are asking citizens to support Warrant Arti- cle #2 at Hebron’s annual Town Meeting on May 15th. “We wish to express our gratitude for the community’s support of our on- going Library Historic Rehabil- itation Capital Campaign,” said Donna Luti, President of the Friends. “This reflects our com- munity’s dedication to historic preservation and the love and support we have for our small but mighty library.”
With private donations and the recently awarded Land and Community Heritage Invest- ment Program (LCHIP) grant, over three quarters of the resto-
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portunity to get outside, explore the natural world, and learn from knowledgeable guides.
About Quincy Bog:
Quincy Bog is a non-profit organization dedicated to pre- serving natural areas within the Baker River Valley watershed,
ration costs will be paid for. This is unprecedented for a small, rural New Hampshire town.
According to the Friends, the next step is to the secure the re- maining funds by voting for War- rant Article #2 at Town Meeting onMay15th.“Thisisnota bond nor is it a loan request,” Luti said. “It’s a one-time appro- priation like other items in the Town’s annual budget.”
The restored and united Grange Hall and Memorial Chapel will serve as an ex- panded Town Library and a new ADA-accessible Commu- nity Hub on the bucolic Hebron Common. And it keeps re-pur- posed historic town buildings
the Pemigewasset watershed, and other local conservation areas, including West Branch Brook Forest and Quincy Bog. Through its partnerships with local and state organizations, Quincy Bog works to keep these areas open for public use, research, education, and recreation. One of the most popular activities at the Nature
surrounding the Common in- tegral parts of our community. Both buildings are listed on the National and State Registers of Historic Places.
The rehabilitation project will uncover and restore historic fin- ishes, rebuild the connector be- tween the buildings, create a new entry way, install an ADA-com- pliant entrance ramp and re- stroom, reinforce structures, and restore the concealed but intact magnificent tin-pressed ceilings, walls and crown molding. It also creates space for civic groups to meet and hold events, commu- nity functions, and library and speaker programs
Center is hiking the Bog Trail, which offers visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquil beauty of the natural landscape.
The Quincy Bog Nature Center's mission to educate, conserve, and provide access to the natural world makes it a cherished resource for locals and visitors alike. Whether you
are an experienced naturalist or someone simply looking to enjoy the outdoors, the sum- mer programs at Quincy Bog provide a perfect opportunity to connect with nature and learn about the rich ecosys- tems of New Hampshire.
For more information and to stay updated on program times, be sure to follow Quincy Bog Natural Area website www.quincybog.org and social media pages.
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