Birds & frogs
The New Hampshire Audubon’s annual Backyard Winter Bird Survey is slated for Saturday, Feb. 8, and Sunday, Feb. 9, and the Audubon will hold a webinar about how to participate in the survey on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 6:30 p.m. Go to nhaudubon.org to sign up to learn how to observe birds and submit data, identify commonly confused bird species and more, according to the Audubon’s newsletter. Instructions for participating in the count are also available on the website, the newsletter said.
The Massabesic Center in Auburn will also offer a Backyard Winter Bird Survey Practice Walk on Monday, Jan. 27, at 9 a.m. The event is free but RSVP online.
In the newsletter the NH Audubon also introduced its newest animal ambassadors: Northern Leopard Frog tadpoles. The frogs will have green and spotted skin and be on display at the Audubon’s centers, the newsletter said.
Volunteers & games
The Aviation Museum of New Hampshire (27 Navigator Road, Londonderry, 669-4877, aviationmuseumofnh.org) will hold a volunteer open house on Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. for those interested in volunteering at the museum and its programs, according to a press release. Those interested in attending can call and leave a message or e-mail [email protected].
Or just visit the museum to check out the exhibit of vintage aviation-themed board games, on display for a final weekend, along with the “Holiday Festival of Toy Planes and Model Aircraft,” through Sunday, Jan. 26. The museum is open Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m., the release said.
Class of 2026
Leadership New Hampshire, a program that seeks to help participants “explore critical issues facing the Granite State, gain a deeper understanding of its regions and communities, and create high-level, statewide connections,” is accepting applications for its class of 2026 through March 15. Those selected will participate in a 10-month program, according to a press release.
“Applications are open to anyone who has lived or worked in New Hampshire for at least one year,” the release said. See leadershipnh.org to apply or contact Leadership New Hampshire Associate Director Mandy Sliver at [email protected] for more information.
RIP David Lynch
Celebrate director David Lynch, who died last week, with a screening of his 2001 film Mulholland Drive (which is rated R) on Thursday, Jan. 30, at 6:30 p.m. at Red River Theatres, 11 S. Main St. in Concord. Lynch received a Best Directing nomination for the film, which he wrote and directed and which star Naomi Watts. See redrivertheatres.org.
Reed’s North in Warner will host a seaglass tree workshop on Sunday, Jan. 26, at 4 p.m. Register to learn to make this craft for $65 per person via Reed’s North’s Facebook page.
Bella Vita Dance Company will hold a 603 Salsa & Bachata Social at 859 Hanover St. in Manchester on Friday, Feb. 14, starting at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $20 solo admission, $35 for a couple ($5 more at the door). Lessons will run until 9 p.m., when the social dance will start. See bellavitadance.com.
Live Free Animal Rescue (livefreerescue.com) will hold its Great Gatsby Furball on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 5 to 10 p.m. at Zorvino Vineyards in Sandown. Tickets cost $125 and include a cocktail, dinner and dessert, according to the website, where you can find a link to purchase.
LaBelle Winery in Derry will host a Yellowstone-inspired dinner party on Friday, Jan. 31, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. featuring a three-course meal inspired by the TV show as well as games like cornhole and a mechanical bull, according to labellewinery.com, where you can purchase tickets ($85 per person).
Tickets are on sale now for the Granite Game Summit, a celebration of board games that will be held at the Doubletree by Hilton in Nashua with events Thursday, March 6, through Sunday, March 9. Tickets cost $80 and allow admission for all days ($35 for kids 13 and under). See granitegamesummit.com.
