It is so nice seeing great weather again, buds on the trees. Love the saying April showers bring May flowers, love the smell, too! April was a busy month. Our Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, and Good Friday services were very meaningful and well-attended. On Easter Sunday, we observed the sunrise on Taunton Hill (24 degrees […]
Here's how to use them with your smartphone
As you look through this issue of the Beacon, you may notice something new. Those “checkerboard things”, like the one pictured with this article, are called “QR codes” (for “quick response”) and they allow you to use your smartphone to navigate effortlessly from the printed page to online content. This is exciting, because it means […]
Amy Makechnie has authored several novels
Amy Makechnie, the author of several novels for middle-school readers, will talk about her experience of going from being a teacher and soccer coach to becoming a published writer on Wednesday, April 19, 7 PM, at The Andover Community Hub. The free event is open to the public and refreshments will be served. As Makechnie […]
Citizens breathing new energy into local paper
Donna Baker-Hartwell speaks for many of us when she says, “There is no other paper that brings together local news better than The Andover Beacon. It’s where I find out what is going on in town and in neighboring towns. I especially like to know “who’s who”. With a population of almost 2500 people, Andover […]
Condensed from approved minutes: Attendees: BOD members Alex Bernhard, Amy Chan, Barbara Couturier, Steve Darling, Lindy Heim, Cody Hussey, Charles Martin, Myra Mayman, Joe Olimpio, and Loyal Guests Craig Heim and Patrice Rasche Co-President Lindy Heim called the meeting to order at 5:02 PM. Approval of February 15 meeting minutes was carried to the next […]
No charge; open to members or non-members
The Andover Service Club for Women (ASC) commences its Spring Speaker Series this month, and invites women to attend free of charge. The events are open to both club members and non-members. Both events will be held at the Highland Lake Grange Hall, on the corner of Route 11 and Chase Hill Road, East Andover. […]
Handcrafted home decor, jewelry, and more
Now accepting in-season clothing donations. Stop by the Andover Thrift and Gift Shop during April and fill a shopping bag with clothing items for just $5! You’ll find a great variety of carefully selected casual, business, and occasion clothing for men, women, and children. Ready to spruce up your home for spring? Veteran-owned For the […]
Volunteers needed to make this tradition happen
Traditions are important. One tradition we have missed the last few years has been the Andover Lions Club Pancake Breakfast on the Fourth of July. It’s been a long standing tradition to kick off Independence Day by enjoying pancakes at AE/MS and visiting with family and friends. It’s a great time to catch up with […]