Name: Exeter Area Lions Club 54th Auction
Start: 2026-04-11T17:30:00-04:00
Location: Exeter Area YMCA

Exeter Area YMCA

Join us on Saturday, April 11 at the Exeter Area YMCA  for the Exeter Area Lions Club's 54th Auction! 
There will be many items that have been generously donated by local businesses, organizations and individuals. Some of the items we will auction off include: 
Blackstone tabletop pizza oven, Softball clothing, cleats and sneakers, Raised garden bed with soil and garden tools, Silver coins, Pressure Washer, Tools, Art and many gift cards and certificates from local restaurants and other businesses. 
Preview and Silent Auction will begin at 5:30 PM. Live Auction starts at 6:00 PM. Concessions will be available.Email us at ExeterNHLions@gmail.com with any questions.

Local Event: Exeter Area Lions Club 54th Auction

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Exeter

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Exeter Area Lions Club 54th Auction

Join us on Saturday, April 11 at the Exeter Area YMCA  for the Exeter Area Lions Club's 54th Auction! 
There will be many items...

Exeter Town Hall (10 Front Street, Exeter, NH),

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A public meeting is being held to discuss the impact of the Exeter Hospital merger—what it means for access, cost, and services in our community.
These conversations matter. Across New Hampshire, changes in hospital systems are affecting how and where people receive care, often in ways that aren’t always clear to patients and families. 
This is an opportunity to:
<ul><li>Hear what’s changing</li><li>Ask questions</li><li>Share your experience and perspective</li></ul>
👉 Learn more and attend: <a target="_blank" href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.nhhealthcostinitiative.org/blog/public-meeting-on-exeter-hospital<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" aria-hidden="true" data-rtl-flip="" class="block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]"><use href="/cdn/assets/sprites-core-f8sla627.svg#304883" fill="currentColor"></use></svg></a>
Your voice matters—especially on issues that affect care close to home.

Local Event: Exeter Residents: Join the Conversation on Your Local Hospital

Exeter Residents: Join the Conversation on Your...

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A public meeting is being held to discuss the impact of the Exeter Hospital merger—what it means for access, cost, and...

Exeter Residents: Join the Conversation on Your Local Hospital

Discover a stunning collection of handcrafted ceramics featuring various styles, from intricate birdhouses and floral-adorned vases to functional mugs and bowls in earthy glazes. This showcase highlights the artistry of pottery with pieces ranging from deep cobalt blues to soft celadon greens, perfect for any home decor enthusiast or collector.

Local Event: Purple Sage Pottery Open Studio Sale

Purple Sage Pottery Open Studio Sale

Discover a stunning collection of handcrafted ceramics featuring various styles, from intricate birdhouses and floral-adorned...

Water Street Bookstore

<h1>Book Launch: Victoria Arlen, author of The View Is Worth It</h1>
Join us for the local book launch of The View Is Worth It: Unlocking the Beauty in Life's Peaks and Valleys by hometown author, Victoria Arlen!&nbsp;
A television host and gold-medalist swimmer shares her previously untold story of moving beyond survival to true healing, offering hope and help for anyone battling the silent pain of mental health struggles.
Imagine appearing to have it all--a miraculous story of survival, a rewarding career as a TV host and reporter, multiple medal wins in swimming, and the opportunity to travel the world speaking--but silently wanting to end it all ... and nearly succeeding. At the height of her success, Victoria Arlen found herself in a hopeless place she calls Rock-Bottomville.
Behind the smile was a struggle few could see. Victoria could no longer outrun the anxiety, depression, PTSD, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts pulling her down. She was known as the woman who--despite being written off as a lost cause--had emerged from a four-year vegetative state and survived. Then very quickly thrived. But the weight of being "the successful survivor" became too much. She spent a decade encouraging others not to give up, but she was slowly giving up on herself.
In this powerful book, Victoria speaks directly to the rising mental health crisis among younger adults, sharing helpful tools and powerful truths to remind us:
<ul><li>Your story does not end in defeat.</li><li>You can find a purpose for the pain.</li><li>There are blessings in the breakdowns.</li><li>It's okay to not be okay.</li></ul>
As Victoria has discovered, the climb out of Rock-Bottomville is steep, but the view from a place of faith, hope, and healing is always worth it.
Victoria Arlen is an accomplished motivational speaker, TV host/reporter, author, gold-medalist swimmer, philanthropist. With her TV career spanning more than a decade and starting at the age of twenty while in a wheelchair, Victoria has achieved far more than ever imagined, especially after not being expected to live to 15 years old and facing obstacle after obstacle. Her achievements and story of survival have been recognized internationally and nationally, including by the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list. &nbsp;

Local Event: Book Launch: Victoria Arlen at Water Street Bookstore

Book Launch: Victoria Arlen at Water Street...

Book Launch: Victoria Arlen, author of The View Is Worth It
Join us for the local book launch of The View Is Worth It:...

Book Launch: Victoria Arlen at Water Street Bookstore

LaBelle Winery Derry Event Center

Join us at LaBelle Winery in Derry, NH for The Great New England Spring Fine Craft &amp; Artisan Market!
Free Admission!
Friday, May 8 | 4 - 8 pm
Saturday, May 9 | 10 - 5 pm
Be sure to visit all four spaces on-site at LaBelle Winery Derry:
<ul><li>Vineyard Ballroom,</li><li>Vineyard Ballroom Terrace (under a heated tent) ,</li><li>Harvest Room (upstairs)</li><li>Parking lot (just outside the Terrace)</li></ul>
While you’re here, make the most of your visit and enjoy a LaBelle wine tasting, play golf at The Links, mini golf at Mini Links, shop at LaBelle's Cafe Market, and dine at Americus Restaurant.
See all event details and register (for updates &amp; news): <a href="https://labellewinery.com/.../great-new-england-spring.../?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYW1DRDVoRm81RVNJTjBlaXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4B3mvUau9b5Zk2rHkEBwhDEYwF1bI74xVYTEqPAb0kFbcjzK6gS8-bdIMfjw_aem_mGnFxSu9geVtKlB4_FKHdw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://labellewinery.com/.../great-new-england-spring.../</a>
Follow our Facebook page for updates, news, ticket giveaways, and announcements. ​<a href="https://www.facebook.com/GNECraftArtisanShows" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/GNECraftArtisanShows</a>
For a full event schedule &amp; to join our Email List:
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<a href="https://www.gneglutenfreeexpo.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYW1DRDVoRm81RVNJTjBlaXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4xns_3jCr3UlZQ4ybOElVsWQxJ6LqtGce8LOKG1nUkyXqE26njFAgeKTcpBg_aem_ScKA98MYzQa4s9Q-Tg0EdA" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.GNEGlutenFreeExpo.com</a> (Sept 5th)
<a href="https://www.gnefoodtruckfest.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExYW1DRDVoRm81RVNJTjBlaXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7h1y7hJD9LEAhHDI67aNYKwPhwF-GJa_0W-FzN2fROjqT9yaeXzDi8sHIwKw_aem_587VW3ZwXV1_OBKHSVlYMw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.GNEFoodTruckFest.com</a> (Aug 1/2 &amp; Aug 29/30)

Local Event: May 8/9 New England Craft Market at LaBelle Winery (Derry, NH)

May 8/9 New England Craft Market at LaBelle...

Join us at LaBelle Winery in Derry, NH for The Great New England Spring Fine Craft & Artisan Market!
Free Admission!
Friday,...

May 8/9 New England Craft Market at LaBelle Winery (Derry, NH)

Stratham Municipal Center

Join the Exeter Area Garden Club for an exciting event featuring bargains, baked goods, and plants. Support civic beautification, conservation, and local scholarships while browsing a wide variety of items at the Stratham Municipal Center. Vendor spaces are available for a $30 application fee, including an 8-foot table and advertising.

Local Event: Indoor Yard Sale

Indoor Yard Sale

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Founders Park

Join us at Founders Park (or Exeter Town Hall for bad weather), downtown Exeter, NH for a free and family friendly environmental festival celebrating the annual migration of our river herring.&nbsp;&nbsp;
There will be educational information and displays for all ages, hourly raffles, and lots of great activities for all ages.&nbsp;
Here is a sample of what to expect:
<ul><li>NH Native Fish Meet and Greet</li><li>Explore the&nbsp;relationship of Native People with fish and the river,&nbsp;and how it continues today</li><li>Learn the secret water cleaning skills of native oysters</li><li>Meet water bugs that tell us if our streams are healthy</li><li>Learn how to support pollinators, limited supply of native seeds available</li><li>Electric vehicle display</li><li>Culvert Cornhole&nbsp;</li></ul>
AND SO SO MUCH MORE!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: 2026 Exeter Alewife Festival

2026 Exeter Alewife Festival

Join us at Founders Park (or Exeter Town Hall for bad weather), downtown Exeter, NH for a free and family friendly...

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“It’s Alive!” (Stuffed Animal Puppets): (Grades 3 &amp; up, 2-2.5 Hrs.)
What would happen if Dr. Frankenstein were let loose in a toy shop?&nbsp; Now I know what you are thinking: my child will be devastated and traumatized if we cut their favorite stuffed animal apart to create a puppet!&nbsp; Relax, my friends, I will supply an array of cleaned, used stuffed animals to dissect.&nbsp; This class is a great and unique way to teach students about hand puppets.&nbsp; In this class, each student will begin with a stuffed animal, which we will then proceed to turn into a hand puppet by opening it up, learning to pattern its mouth, and constructing &amp; installing a mouth plate.&nbsp; Miraculously, this will animate a formerly inanimate object, turning it from a mere toy into a puppet.
Creative Community Staff will pick students up at Epping Elementary School and walk them down to the Art Center.&nbsp; Students who are commuting should arrive by 3:35.
Registration deadline May 1st, midnight

Local Event: It's Alive Stuffy Puppets

It's Alive Stuffy Puppets

“It’s Alive!” (Stuffed Animal Puppets): (Grades 3 & up, 2-2.5 Hrs.)
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