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November 21st to
November 28th
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Community Events
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9th Annual Festival of Trees
Friday, November 30th, 4-8pm
Dover City Hall Auditorium, 288 Central Avenue, Dover
Festival of Trees will feature over 30 trees, elaborately decorated by local businesses and organizations, to be auctioned and raffled off to benefit the Greater Dover Chamber of Commerce City Lights Committee. The event also includes live choir performances, children's activities, holiday carols, refreshments and more! And new this year, Santa Randy will be visiting the festival from the North Pole! Stay up-to-date by following Festival of Trees on
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5th Annual Dover Turkey Trot
Thursday, November 22nd, 8:30am
Shaws Lane, Dover
This 5k road race on Thanksgiving morning is designed for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. The Dover Turkey Trot
is the 11th
and final race of the Dover Race Series and Garrison School's BIGGEST fundraiser! Sign up your family, friends and kiddos and make Dover Turkey Trot
your Thanksgiving morning tradition! Don't miss out! Run Early, Eat All Day!
Sign up for Dover Turkey Trot
today!
Check us out on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/doverturkeytrot/
and register at
www.doverturkeytrot.com.
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Plaid Friday
Friday, November 23rd
Downtown Dover
Plaid Friday celebrates the diversity and creativity of local and independent businesses and organizations. It's a fun and enjoyable alternative to the big box store "Black Friday." Also, it's a way to show your support for Downtown Dover, a network of locally owned businesses, organizations and citizens in a historically rich community.
Wear plaid ALL DAY on November 23rd! to show your support for local and independent businesses, organizations and our community.
Enjoy free parking on Friday in Dover!
National Shop Small Saturday
Saturday, November 24th
Downtown Dover
It's a holiday shopping tradition that celebrates small businesses and it wouldn't be a celebration without customers like you joining us! So mark your calendars for November 24 - the Saturday after Thanksgiving - and get ready to Shop Small® with downtown Dover Businesses. Grab a friend or family member and come visit us on the big day! You can help get the word out and celebrate Small Business Saturday by using
#ShopSmall &
#ShopSmallDoverNH on Facebook and all other social media networks.
www.dovermainstreet.org
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Black Friday CMNH Membership Deal
Friday, November 23rd-Sunday, November 25th
6 Washington Street, Dover
Give them the gift of play this holiday season! Beginning on Black Friday (11/23) through Sunday, November 25, The Children's Museum of NH will be having a "Buy One Gift Membership (of any level), Get 2 Admission Passes for FREE" deal! These will be one-time use admission passes, not to be confused with membership add-on options. Learn more and purchase gift memberships for friends and family here:
https://www.childrens-museum.org/membership/families.
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The Woodman and Pine Tree Pop-up Present the 4th Annual Holiday Artisan Faire
Friday, November 23rd, 5-7pm
Thom Hindle Gallery, 15 Summer Street, Dover
Presented by the Woodman Museum and Pine Tree Pop-up, the show features a curated selection of handcrafted work by forty New England-based fine artists and craftsmen, representing a diverse range of mediums with styles ranging from traditional to contemporary. The Artisan Faire will be each Friday, Saturday and Sunday until December 23 (10:30-4:30pm). The opening night (Nov. 23, 5-7pm) will feature drinks and light refreshments. Additionally, every Saturday will feature an artist demonstration from 2-4pm. A great stop for locally made gifts!
www.woodmanmuseum.org
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UNH Men's Hockey vs. Miami
Friday, Nov. 23rd, 7PM and Saturday, Nov. 24th, 7PM
Whittemore Center, Durham
The Wildcats return to the Whittemore Center on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 23-24, with a two-game series versus Miami at 7PM. On Friday, young Wildcat fans receive a decal for their helmets and voucher for a future game. As part of Fan Appreciation Friday, the first 1,000 fans will receive the first set of six in a trading card series. Make sure to collect them all. Also, select players from the men's ice hockey team will be in the lobby after the game to sign autographs. On Saturday, tap into your inner Don Johnson and join us for Miami Vice Night. Mullets and white jackets encouraged! Sunglasses awarded to the first 1,000 fans.
UNH Women's Hockey vs. RPI
Saturday, Nov. 24th, 2PM and Sunday, Nov. 25th, 2PM
Whittemore Center, Durham
The women's ice hockey team takes on the Rensselaer Engineers in a two-game series at the Whittemore Center starting on Saturday. The Wildcats welcome back all campers who will be admitted for free in their t-shirt from the summer camp sessions. Fans will also be treated to a post-game autograph session with the team in the lobby.
Tickets for all UNH hockey events available by calling the Whittemore Center Box Office at (603) 862-4000 or by visiting UNHWildcats.com.
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Holiday Spirit Event
Monday, November 26th, 6-8pm
50 Sheffield Drive, Dover
Join us on Monday, November 26 from six until 8 PM. Get into the holiday spirit with renowned gifted psychic medium and spiritual healer Jocelyn of North Shore medium we will have refreshments package specials gift bags and a fun night of readings we specialize in Botox, dermal fillers, laser, hydra facials, cool sculpting, weight loss programs and much more! 15% off all services. Call today to reserve your spot!
www.ageweighless.com
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BigFish Winter Open House
Wednesday, November 28th, 9am-6pm
McConnell Center, 32 St. Thomas St, Dover
Drop in with the BigFish community and get an idea of what it's like to be a self-directed learner. The open house will include opportunities to sit in on classes, talk with students about their experiences, tour the space, and speak with staff about volunteer opportunities. Learn more about BigFish at https://www.bigfishnh.org/
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Legends of Country Music
Friday, November 30th, 8pm
31 Wakefield Street, Rochester
Legends of Country Music is an amazing concert experience featuring incredible tributes to Johnny Cash, Patsy Cline and Merle Haggard - all in one great show!
It's as if these three legendary performers had all taken the stage on one magical night to put on the greatest country music concert ever. The spectacular finale always brings the audience to their feet.
The show starts at 8pm on Friday, November 30th. Reserve tickets online or call the box office (603) 335-1992, M/W/F from 10-5pm and 2-hours before the show.
www.rochesteroperahouse.com
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Design Your Own Boxwood Tree or Holiday Wreath
Tuesday, December 4th, 6-8pm
155 Portland Avenue, Dover
Time to decorate! We will teach you how to build and decorate your own wreath or boxwood tree. Show all your friends and neighbors your creativity this season. Forget looking on Pinterest and being one of the faux-pas trying to create on your own--We show you how to do it all.....!
www.sweetmeadowsflorist.com
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Building the Workforce the Seacoast Needs
Thursday, December 6th, 7:30-9:30am
Granite State College, 35-E Industrial Way, Rochester
From restaurants to high tech manufacturing, demand for a qualified workforce is high as the Seacoast experiences unprecedented growth. Connect with Sector Partner Initiative (SPI) advisors and learn about solutions to your current workforce needs.
Speed Networking~Interactive Roundtables with Sector Partner Initiative (SPI) Experts. Circulate among employers and workforce development experts who have built critical partnerships necessary to develop your labor pool. Registration is $25.
www.dovernh.org/workforce
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Wellness Fair
Thursday, December 6th, 4-6pm
13 Monarch Way, Rochester
The Monarch School of New England is pleased to announce its first Wellness Fair, designed to bring together organizations and resources for individuals with disabilities, their families, and the community as a whole. This is a free event, and all are welcome. The Wellness Fair supports a holistic view of wellness, and close to 30 organizations that promote physical health, recreational opportunities, social-emotional well-being, medical / clinical care, and care for caregivers are currently scheduled to attend. For more information, please contact Amanda Martineau, Director of Community Engagement, at: 603-332-2848 or
[email protected]
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Recreation, Leisure & Wellness
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November is National Family Literacy Month
73 Locust Street, Dover
The Dover Public Library will be celebrating National Family Literacy Month during the month of November with lots of special programs and activities. To promote multiple generations of families learning together, The National Center for Families Learning has designated November
for this purpose and offers many resources on their website https://familieslearning.org/. The library is also offering many programs, activities, and handouts to encourage families to participate in this worthwhile initiative.
Saturday, November 24th, 11am-1pm-Release Party for "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Meltdown"
library.dover.nh.gov
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Information Sessions at Spring Village at Dover
Elder Law and Planning
Wednesday, November 28th, 10am
35 Pointe Place, Dover
Join Spring Village at Dover for a session on Elder Law and Planning with Joy V. Riddell, Esq. of Riddell Law, PLLC. The session is open to the public. Call ahead to RSVP at 603-842-4908 or stop on in.
www.springvillagedover.com
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Sports Performance Program
Starts Monday, November 5th, 3:30-5:30pm
273 Locust Street, Suite 202, Dover
On behalf of Dover Physical Therapy, we welcome all students to participate in our youth sports program. Our youth sports program is open to all types of athletes and consists of improving your stamina, agility, endurance, speed, and coordination. The program is a great way to kickstart your child's goals and to prepare them for their pre-season, in-season, or off-season. The program meets two times per week (1 hour/session) for eight weeks and costs $250.
www.dovernhpt.com
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Come in out of the cold! Registration Now Open for Winter Sessions!
Starts Week of January 14, 2019
53 Washington Street, Suite LL100, Dover
Time to register for Winter Children's Yoga Sessions!! Classes Start in January! ChildLight Yoga, 53 Washington St, Ste 100, Dover Believe it or not, it's time to schedule your kids' yoga and prenatal yoga sessions for January 2018! ChildLight Yoga offers Peace Baby, Tot, and Little Family classes on Wednesday mornings, plus Kids' Yoga and Mindfulness on Tuesday evening and GirlPowerment Yoga & Mindfulness on Monday evenings! Prenatal Yoga will resume on Monday nights, and Bring Your Baby welcomes Moms and Babies on Tuesday mornings. There's something for everyone at ChildLight Yoga in January!
www.childlightyoga.com
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TRX® Suspension Training® with Coach Sara
24 Crosby Road Suites 1 and 2, Dover
Born in the U.S. Navy SEALs and developed by Fitness Anywhere®, TRX Suspension Training® is a revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise. Build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose. TRX training will change the way you view exercise and will take your workouts to a whole new level. No experience necessary. All levels welcome. Learn More Here
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Check Out 9Round in Somersworth
The 9Round fitness program is effective, convenient, fun and includes everything you need to help you achieve your health and fitness goals!
The 30-minute, kickboxing themed workout is a full-body workout, incorporating aerobic, anaerobic, and resistance training.
There are no class times at 9Round. As soon as you arrive, you start your workout.
A trainer is ALWAYS included with your workout at no additional cost.
Workouts change daily, so you never get bored and always work out different muscles in different ways.
The first workout is free!
Call us today to schedule your first time workout at 603-609-7500 or go onto website to schedule a time that works for you. We're located at 160A Tri-City Plaza in Somersworth.
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Get your Free Flu Shot!
ConvenientMD Urgent Care offers high-quality, fast and affordable medical care for illness and injury, seven days a week, from 8am to 8pm. There is always a full medical team trained in urgent care, occupational health and work-related injury on site at our 11 clinic locations, ready to treat all ages (from newborns to the elderly) in a welcoming and friendly environment. There are no appointments, just walk in and be seen quickly. Patient's average time from check-in to check-out is under 1 hour, versus lengthy ER visits and when it's difficult to get a prompt appointment with your PCP. ConvenientMD treats everyday illnesses, such as colds, flu, bronchitis, asthma attacks and dehydration, as well injuries such as broken bones, wound repair, sprains/ strains, and burns - all for the cost of an office visit.
Visit ConvenientMD's full service urgent care Seacoast locations at:
Dover - 14 Webb Place, Exit 9 off Spaulding Tpke - next to Starbucks
Stratham/Exeter - 1 Portsmouth Ave, Stratham, Exit 11 off of Rte 101
Portsmouth - 599 Lafayette Road, next to Bowl-A-Rama.
Open 8am - 8pm, every day! For more information go to: www.convenientmd.com
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Shopping, Sales & Specials
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MacEdge Holiday Savings
599 Lafayette Road, Portsmouth
Thinking of a new Mac of iPhone? Save now until Saturday, November 24th. Specials on MacBook Air, 13-Inch MacBook Pro, 21-Inc iMac, 15-Inch MacBook Pro, 27-Inch iMac, and iMac Pro. 12-Month special financing also available. Purchase any new iPhone and get two tickets to a show at the Seacoast Repertory Theater.
www.macedge.com
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NEW Popzup "Butter & Sea Salt" and "Cheddar & Sea Salt" Popcorn Seasonings...Pure Ingredients & Yummy!
Get your FREE SAMPLE JAR with any order in November.
Check out POPZUP POPCORN HOLIDAY GIFT BOXES.
Online Store
(just type "butter" or "cheddar" in the note box at check out) or stop by the Popzup Factory (call 978-502-1737 to be sure we are there).
POPZUP POPCORN FACTORY
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Whole New Way to Popcorn - find out more at
www.popzup.com
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Accepting Ads Now for our Christmas Issue
Homes & Land has a special opportunity for fellow Chamber Members. They are creating a page to promote the Chamber itself, as well as the first 10 members to call and reserve a space! The exposure is unparalleled and the cost is minimal. Call Tori to reserve space or find out more (603)433-2200 or email
[email protected].
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Mouth Guards for Your Student-Athlete
It's that time of year again. School sports are in full swing. Protect your athlete like UFC fighter Devin Powell does in the ring with a custom mouth guard made by us here at Belknap Dental Associates. Your custom guard comes in color choices, your athlete's team jersey number on a travel case and all for the cost of a over the counter boil and bite. Give our office a call to schedule yours today.
603-742-4735
or visit us online at
www.belknapdental.com
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Promote Your Brand with MG Print & Promotions
Promotions make sales personal. Would you like to see a website featuring the most popular promotional products displaying YOUR LOGO rather than a random sample company?
We'll create the site for you at absolutely no charge. Just give Jim Munro, The Idea Man from MG Print and Promotions a call at
603-534-1726 or an email at
[email protected]
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Dr. Ramdev Offers LANAP Dental Surgeries
Dr. Ramdev is pleased to offer patients of the Seacoast LANAP dental surgery. LANAP stands for "Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure" and it utilizes safe and proven laser technology to gently remove harmful bacteria and diseased tissue from the gums.
The LANAP treatment involves no cutting or sewing. The procedure clears away disease with gentle laser treatment that is a targeted approach to the diseased tissue with proven results that preserve more healthy tissue and regenerate bone for long-term improvement as well as less pain, less bleeding, less swelling, faster recovery time and lasting results for the patient.
If your dentist has told you that you suffer from periodontal disease and need gum treatment call our office at
603-742-4123
or visit us online at
www.drramdev.com
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Conway Office Solutions to Provide PrintReleaf
Sustainability just got easier! Conway Office Solutions is proud to be providing PrintReleaf to businesses that want to minimize the environmental impact of their print activities. PrintReleaf works with Managed Print Services to measure your organization's paper consumption and helps to offset that usage by planting new trees equivalent to the amount of paper used. To learn more, call Conway Office Solutions at 800.343.7777 or visit our website at www.ConwayOffice.com.
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Local Dining & Club Music Listings
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The Gyro Spot
Plaid Friday (November 23rd): 15% off your total order if wearing plaid.
Shop Small Saturday (November 24th): Show your receipt from any other small business and receive 10% off your total order. Don't forget to bring a non-perishable food item to drop in the box to support the Dover Food Pantry.
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The Beach Plum
Holiday Gift Card Bonus: 25%
Gift Card Special! Buy $40, get $10 added for free. Buy $100, get $25 added for free. Also, s
pend $50 and get a free pint of ice cream AND an additional $12.50 gift card for FREE! GREAT deal! Visit the award-winning Beach Plum in Portsmouth, Epping and North Hampton! Fried seafood & burgers (Epping and Portsmouth locations only) as well as wraps, foot-long hot dogs, salads, and 78 flavors of ice cream. No matter the season, there's always a reason to visit The Beach Plum!
www.lobsterrolls.com
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2 Home Cooks Say:
Come see our newly renovated restaurant as we have doubled in size. Thank you for voting us the 2018 Best of the Seacoast Brunch and voting us top three in 5 food categories.
Be sure to check out our menu.
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Thompson Tavern
Come watch all the football games at Thompson Tavern, where the game is always on. Beer specials during all of New England games: Patriots, Celtics, Bruins.
We at Thompson's 2nd Alarm know how busy everyone is. You can order online, pay online and just pick it up. Makes everything easier. Book your parties in our Downstairs private area.
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The Nook Breakfast & Lunch
Check out the newest breakfast and lunch spot in Dover! Breakfast and lunch is served all day. Check out their
menu.
Open Monday-Friday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM,
Saturday: 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM,
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Patty B's
Come check out Patty B's!
We are just minutes out from downtown located at 34 Dover Point Road with plenty of FREE PARKING!
Join us for lunch or dinner Monday-Saturday 11am-9pm. CLOSED on Sundays. We offer daily soups, lunch and dinner specials, and fresh homemade delicious desserts!
Call us for call ahead seating and reservation options 749-4181.
Book us for your next event-We offer a 40 person function room and off site catering including all of our homemade desserts. Call 767-3007.
Have you ordered your Thanksgiving desserts yet?
Check out our website @ pattybs.com and check us out on Facebook and Instagram for updates, specials, and upcoming events. Join our email list so you wont miss a thing!
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Happy Hour at Blue Latitudes
3:30-5:30pm
Special Food Menu Available
Tuesday~$7 Signature drinks available
Wednesday~$3 pints of draft beer
Thursday~half off bottles of wine
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Outlook Tavern Restaurant at The Links at Outlook Golf Course-OPEN YEAR ROUND
Reserve Your Christmas or Holiday Party today.
The Outlook Tavern Restaurant offers a great atmosphere with a full dining room & bar area. Enjoy the Tavern menu and daily specials. Located in The Links Pro Shop building on the golf course in S. Berwick, ME. Prime Rib Special- Friday & Sat after 5pm Only $18.
Happy Hours Wed- Sunday 3-6pm.
Off- Season: Open Wed & Thurs. 3-8pm Fri-Sat 11-9pm Sunday 11-6pm. Located at
310 Portland Street, South Berwick, ME. Call 207-384-GOLF(4653) or visit our website.
www.OutlookTavern.com
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Community Information
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Travel on the Amtrak Downeaster this Fall
Beginning November 12, 2018, ALL Downeaster trains will serve Freeport and Brunswick on weekdays! These additional options will make it easier for southbound travelers to get to Boston by 8 am for a meeting, travel to an evening concert or attend a sporting event! And the new early afternoon northbound arrival to Freeport or Brunswick is just in time for the holiday shopping season. There are more weekend options too! Check out our new schedule and great fall discounts. Download the Schedule
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Caring for the Caregiver~
Dementia
Support Group
Second Tuesday of the Month, 10-11am
Fourth Thursday of the Month, 1-2pm
35 Pointe Place, Dover
Take Care of Yourself!
Join others caring for a loved one with dementia,
and the dementia professionals at Spring Village at Dover, for:
- Emotional Support
- Socializing
- Educational Materials
- New Ideas
Related to ALL forms of dementia at any stage of the journey. www.springvillagedover.com
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Fall Registration is Open
Portsmouth and Rochester Campuses and Online
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Bingo to Support Triangle Club
Sunday Games run 12-3pm, Doors Open at 10am
Tuesday Games run 6-9pm, Doors Open at 4pm
Dover Bingo, 887B Central Avenue, Dover
All proceeds go to the Triangle Club in Dover! The Triangle Club is a chemical-free meeting house for those seeking recovery from substance misuse disorders. Join us for a fun BINGO experience while helping support the go-to chemical-free meeting space for recovering people in the Seacoast! Visit
www.doverbingo.com
for more information.
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Bring Your Business to Central Avenue
Bring your business to one of the most conveniently located properties in Dover. Central Avenue is a short walk from the heart of downtown with excellent signage and free parking. Interior has been newly renovated with updated fixtures, carpet, wood flooring and paint. Flexible floor plans perfect for any professional office user start at 987 SF. Please contact Catie Medeiros for more information or to arrange a tour -
[email protected] or (603) 570-9088.
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Pointe Place is Now Leasing
Pointe Place is now leasing brand new 1 and 2 bedroom apartments. Our apartments have granite counter-tops, tile bathrooms, stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer and dryer, and are pet friendly. Currently we are offering 1 month free rent with a signed 13 month lease.
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Prime Retail Space for Lease at Wakefield Crossing
Newly constructed plaza at Wakefield Crossing is now offering 3,000+/- SF of premium retail/office space anchored by Dunkin Donuts. Two spaces are available at 1,500+/- SF each or 3,000+/- SF and ready for your fit ups & build out. This high exposure plaza is positioned at a lighted intersection with immediate access to Route 16 and Main St. and is a key location when entering the lakes region. Property features manicured grounds, ample parking, and excellent highway signage on Route 16. Ideal uses for this space are medical, retail, office, business, food service, restaurant, bar, tavern, professional services and many more. Space is available immediately. Click Here
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Invitation from the Rotary Club of Dover
Do you work in a home office or are you a sole practitioner?
Do you find yourself craving companionship and friendship of other adults?
Do you want to make Dover and the World a better place?
Why not visit the Rotary Club of Dover? We meet every
Wednesday
at
noon
at 121 Broadway. You'll get lunch,enjoy an educational program and have fun. We are fun group of professionals and we'd love to meet you.
For information call Jim Munro at
603-534-1726
or ask any Rotarian.
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