Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
Good morning, Nashua.
A man who escaped from a jail in Unity—captured later in Norwalk—is now facing charges in Oklahoma for obtaining money under false pretenses, as court documents state that Jianming Zeng, 33, of Brooklyn was involved in a tech support scam to collect cash from victims and had earlier stolen thousands from an elderly man in Charlestown.
This weekend, July 18-20, Nashua will host events that include a Pup Crawl—hosted by local breweries, a Fairytale Festival at Greeley Park on July 19, and a live music matinee with a Nashua South alumni football game on July 20.
Nearby gatherings like the Candia Farmers Market and plans for a Summer Stroll on July 26 give residents many ways to enjoy the season.
The University of New Hampshire is launching a school of nursing today to combine all in-person, online, undergraduate and graduate programs under one umbrella—800 students are enrolled and local health care leaders expect the new structure to offer more clinical opportunities.
United Way of Greater Nashua is launching its annual Rod Hansen Memorial School Supply Drive to collect new backpacks, notebooks, glue sticks and headphones for the local school supply pantry at its Broad Street office.
Residents can drop off donations at Staples in Nashua and Amherst on August 2, 3, 9 and 10 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM — or at the United Way office Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM to ensure teachers have supplies before school starts.
Fairytale Festival
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Greeley Park — Free entry — Experience a magical day with performances, princess meet & greet, and fun activities for all ages.
Chazz Palminteri - A Bronx Tale
3:00-8:30 p.m. — Nashua Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Chazz Palminteri's captivating coming-of-age story inspired by his life in the Bronx.
New England Crokinole League: Week 4 at Spyglass Brewing
6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop ride with bike experts and then savor great food and beer!
Graphic Design Bootcamp
9 a.m. — 20 Trafalgar Square, Nashua, NH — Course fees apply — Gain hands-on experience in graphic design tools and techniques at this intensive bootcamp.
Crokinole League Night
6-8 p.m. — Spyglass Brewing Company — Free entry — Engage in fast-paced Crokinole matches while enjoying craft brews in a friendly atmosphere.
Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6:30-8 p.m. — Courtyard Nashua — Ticket required — Explore the art of modern calligraphy and take home your own beginner's kit.
Salem Town Forest Hike & Lunch Outing
10 AM – 1 PM — Salem Town Forest — Free entry — Explore scenic trails followed by a relaxed lunch at a local spot.
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