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Membership Meetings
All Membership meetings are the first Tuesday of each month (Sept-June) from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Derry-Salem Elks Lodge (39 Shadow Lake Rd, Salem.)
Handicapped parking is available at the top of the driveway. Please enter through the ramp-accessible side door.
Good, used Books Wanted
SAWC's Education & Libraries Committee is seeking donations of used books for all ages, in good condition, to help stock the Little Free Library we recently donated and erected in Pelham, NH, in front of Lyons Park. Contact: Mary Daniell @ SalemAreaWomensClub@gmail.com
A Chorus Line
Sat, May 31, 2pm at the Palace Theater, Manchester. We'll have a large contingent of members going to see this stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway ensemble audition. (carpooling and possibly going to lunch first are additional options) SAWC discounted tickets only $40pp for fantastic seats! An event of the A&C Committee. RSVP at April 1st meeting or contact Sarah Friend.
New Groups Forming
Quilters Group
Calling all Sewers and Quilters to join our new Quilting Club! Member Jeanne Malisos has volunteered her sewing room as a place to gather and make quilts to support the various efforts SAWC has partnered with. We also have free fabric available for your projects. Contact Jean Malisos at 603-893-2665 for more information.
Way to Glow!
If interested in forming a walking group in spring, please contact Danielle 978.604.1843 or reddogyoga72@gmail.com And if you walk on your own, don't forget to add the miles to your activity page on our website!
Puzzle Swap
A new program for our Puzzle loving Members! Bring one puzzle you enjoyed making and take one home. Questions? Dianne Chapdelaine 603-401-7483 or dmbc1205@yahoo.com
New Book Club Forming
With the tremendous success of our current Book Club, which has been meeting for 3 years, and has members on a wait list, we are calling for more interested reading fanatics to help us get the 2nd group started. Contact: Sarah Friend, sfriend220@comcast.net for more information.
Committee Chairs
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Arts & Culture: Sarah Friend
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CE&O: Patti Drelick
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Education & Libraries: Darlene Dainele
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Environment: Anne Reynolds
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Health & Wellness: Connie O'Connell
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Public Relations: Open
Upcoming Events
Please confirm with the committee chairs for date, time, or location changes. For a complete list of events, please visit the calendar or events pages
- Multiple DatesCivic Engagement & Outreach Monthly meeting19 days to the eventMay 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT
Weekly Activities
Committee Meetings
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Please join one of the monthly committee meetings.
Arts & Culture
When: 2nd Tues
10:30 AM
Contact: Sarah Friend
Where: Sarah's home
Education & Libraries
When: 3rd Tues
10:00 AM
Contact: Darlene Daniele
Where: Darlene's Office
Hospitality Committee
When: 4th Fri
Contact: Lori Perry
Civic Engagement & Outreach
When: 2nd Wed
10:00 AM
Contact: Patti Drelick
Where: Millville Arms Comm. Ctr
Environment
When: As needed
Contact: Anne Reynolds
Communication & P.R
When: As needed
Contact: Open
Health & Wellness
When: 4th Mon
1:00 PM
Contact: Connie O'Connell
Where: Kelley Library
New SAWC Volunteer Opportunities
Who said picking up trash couldn't be fun?
On Friday, April 4, from 10 AM to 12 PM, meet at Big Lots parking lot, Veterans Memorial Parkway (across from the Police Department), Salem. Wear work clothes, long socks, boots, and gloves; we will provide fluorescent vests. Sign up by contacting Anne Reynolds or just show up; more hands make light work
Ongoing Committee Volunteer Opportunities
Health & Wellness
The Health & Wellness Committee has a monthly volunteer project at Silverthorne Adult Day Center, Geremonty Drive, on the first Tuesday of every month, immediately following our membership meeting. Members help entertain their participants by singing, reading a book, making a craft, or just old-fashioned visiting and conversation. Silverthorne also welcomes volunteer help at any time. For more info, call Connie O'Connell.
Civic Engagement & Outreach
The Civic Engagement and Outreach Committee invites members to provide appetizers for the Bridging the Horizons Magic Fred Show on Saturday, April 19. We need light appetizers like crackers, cheese, dips, and fruit that don’t require heating. Donna will handle picking up and dropping off the donations. If you're interested in helping, please contact Donna Mason or sign up at the April General Meeting.
DUST BUSTERS
Love to clean and organize? Join the Civic Engagement & Outreach "Dust Busters" volunteering to help put the Salem Historical Museum back together after its recent major renovation. Mondays, 10-12am, at Museum, Main St, Salem. Questions? Contact Susan Mothon
Education & Libraries
The Education & Libraries Committee, in partnership with the Salem Intergenerational Collaborative, is seeking Volunteers for the following:
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Storybook Reading, approx 1 hour, at Salem Family Resources and Birches Academy.
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Help create a Parent/Child Playgroup, 1-1 1/2 hours at Cindy's Place, Main St, Salem
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Assist 1st Graders who need extra help reading-
For more details, contact Nancy D'Agostino, ics.salem.nh@gmail.com
SAWC Volunteer Opportunities
Hospitality Committee
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The Hospitality Committee is looking for help with the following:
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If you like to bake or just want to add to our refreshment table, please get in touch with Lee Grannon. She is creating a schedule for our monthly meetings.
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Looking for someone to help launder our tablecloths after each meeting.
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Event/party planner? Join our committee!
If you can help or simply wish to join this fun committee, please contact Chair: Lori Perry.
Help the Club with your talents!
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Like to organize things? Need a member to create a scrapbook of our Club's events.
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Like to research? Help us research and prepare our history for our 100th Anniversary coming in 2026.
Help
Non-SAWC Events
Support great organizations in our communities.
Great towns have great Libraries!
Sat, Apr 19, 10-12noon, at the historic Alice Hall Library, Main St, Salem. SAWC has partnered with The Salem Historical Society to take you back in time to your grandma’s day and contrast the differences in libraries past and present. Visitors, young and old, will be welcome to browse books, play some games, listen to a story, and mingle with special Library VIPs: Natalie Ducharme, Director, Kelley Library and Miss Alice L. Hall, head librarian at the Salem Public Library 1924 – 1966 (43 years). Free. Open to the public.
Magic Fred - Back by popular demand!
Sat, April 19, 2-5pm, St. Joseph School Auditorium, 40 Main St, Salem. Let's support Bridging the Horizon and bring the grandkids to this magical event. Light appetizers and desserts will be served. Tickets: $20. RSVP by April 12. An event sponsored by the Civic Engagement and Outreach Committee with bonus hands-on member service project: ***please consider providing an appetizer for this event. Nothing that needs to be heated or cooked. (don't have to attend, we're happy to coordinate getting your goody there) Contact Donna Mason, 603-244-8032 or toothfairy858@comcast.net
If you're looking for other fun events to go to, check out Bridging the Horizon's calendar... https://bridgingthehorizon.org/
Salembration is coming to Town!
From now through Dec 11, more than 10 family-fun events are being planned to celebrate Salem's 275th Anniversary. Check out their website and calendar: https://www.salemnh.gov/1097/Anniversary-Events-Info
General Marquis de Lafayette - Salem NH Visit
Sat, June 21, 2-3:15pm, Salem High ride to Field of Dreams. Stay tuned for more details. SAWC anticipates participating in the historic and fun event as a continuum of Salem's 275th Anniversary.
Salem's 275th Anniversary Photography Scavenger Hunt.
Jan 1 - July 4, 2025. Get together with friends and form teams to explore Salem’s history by visiting current or former town landmarks. Snap a selfie or group photo at the site. Participants with the most correct locations that include corresponding photos will be entered into a drawing. Winners are announced at the Town Party on Aug 9. Contact Susan Mothon 978-725-8515 spietrantoni@yahoo.com for more information.
Win-Win! Dine out and support the SHS Culinary Arts Program.
The Salem High School Culinary Arts students will be offering a buffet-style service in their 3 Seasons Restaurant. To view the menu and hours of operation, please click https://salemculinary.blogspot.com/ to see our blog. The week’s offerings are listed under the menu tab. You may dine in or take out. We highly suggest reservations. To do so, simply email with the following: Time for reservation as listed on our blog, # of Guests, Dine In or Take Out, and Payment needs to be made in the form of cash or check made out to SHS Culinary Arts. Any questions email me: Kaci Ahern, kaci.ahern@sau57.org Salem CTE, 44 Geremonty Drive, Salem NH 03079