Family events in Hillsborough County, NH

Designed for dedicated teen artists, this class develops core skills in academic drawing and painting through direct observation. Participants work from still lifes, landscapes, and live portrait studies while training their eye to judge proportion, light, form, and color. Along the way, they explore a range of techniques and prompts, connect with modern and contemporary art movements, and look to notable artists for direction and ideas. Guided by Lisa Salerno at Creative Ventures Gallery LLC, students build confidence and versatility in their practice, learn from one another, and take part in critiques modeled after an art school environment. In addition to structured assignments, teens may pursue an independent project and receive focused support as they refine their craft.

Families with children ages 3 to 5 can enjoy a lively Preschool Storytime with Miss Amanda in the Winchell Room at Manchester City Library. Expect longer read-alouds, playful games, music, and dancing, plus occasional crafts to take home. It is a drop-in program with no registration required. For more information, call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Students in grades 1 through 12 can register for the Slime of the Month Club session to make baking soda spider web slime in the Winchell Room. Expect a fun, hands-on project and be ready to get a little messy. Capacity is limited and advance registration is required, opening two weeks before the program. For more information, call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.

Set in the Camp Carpenter Dining Hall in Manchester, New Hampshire, this two-day Scout memorabilia gathering fills the home of the Lawrence L. Lee Scouting Museum and Library with more than 100 exhibitor tables for buying, selling, trading, and browsing. Attendees may bring their Boy Scout collections, and advance arrangements are welcomed for those who wish to display interesting items. Admission is $4, and youth attend free. Walk-in attendance is welcome. Food and hospitality are a highlight, with a Lobsterfest meal offered by advance reservation at an estimated market-based price of about $30 for a complete meal with sides and dessert, a pasta course available without reservations, and breakfast and lunch offered to attendees. Travel and lodging are convenient, with Manchester Boston Regional Airport located about three miles from camp, nearby hotel options, and on-site cabins and tent sites. Cabins are unheated and available at $12.50 per person or $50 per cabin, each sleeping four with bunks, mattresses, and electricity, and hot showers are available. Exhibitors will find easy unloading and loading with no stairs, plus access to carts and dollies. Scouts can work on the Collections or Scouting Heritage merit badge during the show; participants should bring a Blue Card and a collection or photos for the Collections badge and be ready to discuss all requirements. Advance registration is available.

River Rage 29 is an off-season event in Manchester, New Hampshire, hosted at Manchester Memorial High School. Event times are currently estimated as the schedule is still being finalized. Additional details will be provided as they become available.

An annual trick-or-treating vendor fair returns with a day of Halloween fun for all ages. Children are invited to wear costumes and collect treats from one vendor to the next while families browse unique finds from local vendors and crafters. Costumes are encouraged, there is plenty of shopping to explore, and the focus is on festive, family-friendly activities. The first 25 children registered receive a free goodie bag.

This free introductory program at Wasserman Park is designed for ages 4 through 7. Ready to Rock gets kids playing guitar, piano, and drums in a fun, band-style setting where they can make new friends. No musical experience is required.

Settle in for a relaxed storytime featuring up to three stories read aloud, or fewer if one selection runs longer. Late arrivals are welcome. The program is geared to young listeners, especially toddlers, pre-K children, and early elementary students through second or third grade, depending on their interest in hearing stories read to them. The gathering takes place in Maple Valley Plaza in the former Double Midnight Comics space, with a parking lot offering numerous spaces.

Trainers of every age can gather at Relentless Dragon in Nashua, NH for a welcoming Pokémon League and trading meetup. Play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, trade with fellow fans, or learn the basics if you are new. Pokémon GO players are welcome as well. Participants receive promotional packs and other extras. Periodically there are special events such as Prereleases, League Cups, and League Challenges that provide opportunities to elevate your skills.

Family Game Night in the children's room offers a selection of board games and puzzles for families to play while browsing for books. For more information, call 603-624-6550 ext. 7628.