DERRY —As the summer rolls along, one local club is offering hundreds of youth a way to stay focused, have fun and enjoy the warm weather.

DERRY — Summer poetry readings continue at the historic Robert Frost Farm as the Hyla Brook Reading Series welcomes Derry Poet Laureate Robert Crawford and also Rodger Martin on Thursday, Aug. 8.

Emmy is a sweet girl that wants a new home.

The League of N.H. Craftsmen hosts the 86th Annual Craftsmen’s Fair on Saturday, Aug. 3 through Sunday, Aug. 11, at the Mount Sunapee Resort in Newbury.

Hayden is only 1 1/2 years old and is looking for a new home.

The summer is moving along and people are out and about enjoying area parks, beaches, while witnessing a local historical landmark come back together.

Chardonnay is a sweet kitten needing a new home.

DERRY — Local bands will take the MacGregor Park stage to honor the memory of a Derry teen and to support mental health partners in the community.

Carmella is a big, beautiful girl needing a new home.

DERRY — The Robert Frost Farm’s Hyla Brook Reading Series continues with a visit by award-winning poet Rachel Hadas on Thursday, July 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

DERRY — Last summer, The Red Star Twirlers performed at Disneyland, Paris and in three weeks they will compete against the best in twirling at national championships at The University of Notre Dame.

Wellington is a 9-year-old handsome boy needing a new home.

Radar still needs a new family.

Lady is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire terrier mix and ready for a new home.

WINDHAM — It’s a birthday like no other for area communities once calling their land “Nutfield” and Windham is one of the originals.

Bianca is ready for a forever home.

It was a special time to remember, honor and pay respects to the fallen as communities honored Memorial Day.

Polo is waiting for a new forever home.

DERRY — They are some of the most caring and devoted volunteers who work to make the community better.

Chippy wants to be your one and only.

It's a sampling of spring and there is plenty to do to enjoy the season.

Carpenter is a young dog needing a new home.

DERRY — The town jumped on the annual Kentucky Derby tradition last Saturday, hosting its first Downtown Derby Day and offering visitors and residents a chance to enjoy many activities along Broadway and beyond.

Bo is a fluffy gray and white cat needing a new home.

It's time for spring cleaning, backyard fun and gardening. Readers took a recent challenge and sent in some of their favorite shots of the season for this week's reader-submitted photo page.

Booshka is a curly white miniature poodle mix needing a new home.

DERRY — A local elementary school took on an event with a big dinosaur theme last week, all to promote literacy and to support the library.

Quincey and Mish are brothers who stick together.

Ask Elizabeth Stuart Design founder Muffie Faith about how to decorate around a backyard pool, and she’ll answer you with a question of her own: How are you going to use it?

Herbs are among the most useful plants in nature. They can tantalize the taste buds; help cure what ails you; oil the body; perfume the air; and attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.

Pergolas have been part of home gardens for a long time, but they’re getting some modern upgrades because of trends toward backyard sanctuaries and entertaining.

Espresso is a young, active boy looking for a new home.

DERRY — It was a day filled with ideas, creative energy and a lot of support from industry professionals who know how to pen a good story.