It's February vacation week for many: Seacoast community events, Feb. 20-26

Feb. 21

Take & Make Kits: Handwarmers

DOVER — From Tuesday, Feb. 21 to Saturday, Feb. 25 teens entering grades 6 to 12 are welcome to bring home a Take and Make Kit filled with supplies needed to make a small craft. This week's kit will contain supplies to sew your own hand warmer. Kits can be picked up at the Dover Public Library in the Teen Loft (one per teen, please) while supplies last.

Guardians of the Galaxy Movie Marathon

DOVER — On Tuesday, Feb. 21 from 3 to 8 p.m. teens in grades 6 to 12 are invited to a free double feature showing of Guardians of the Galaxy and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (both rated PG-13) at the Dover Public Library. Pizza and refreshments will be served. No registration required.

Family Concert with Amy Conley

DOVER — On Tuesday, Feb. 21 at 11 a.m. at the Dover Public Library families with kids of all ages are invited to join us for this interactive music program. Amy Conley, with her puppets, songs and musical surprises (playing guitar, banjo, ukulele, harmonica and percussion) will inspire people to sing, dance, laugh, and to explore music and the imagination together.

Feb. 22

Girl Scouts unicorn party

GREENLAND – Girls in grades K-3 and a caregiver are invited to learn about opportunities to get involved in your community. Try out sample activities and see the many ways to get involved at a special unicorn party on Wednesday, Feb. 22, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Greenland Central School, 70 Post Road, Greenland. Can't make it to the event? No worries. We host multiple in-person and virtual sign-up events throughout the year. You can also join anytime online at girlscoutsgwm.org. Walk-ins are welcome.

Cold Survivors: The Story of Wildlife in Winter

BERWICK, Maine — Can you imagine surviving the entire winter outdoors? What would it be like to have no fridge, pantry, or heat to help you make it through winter? Expert naturalist Dan Gardoqui will give a presentation at the Berwick Public Library on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 6 p.m. and share stories about the amazing adaptations that help animals thrive in the winter months.

Winter STEM event

DOVER — On Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 3 p.m. at the Dover Public Library enjoy an afternoon exploring snow and ice through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Children ages three and up (and their caregivers) are welcome to participate in this event.

The Dogs of Chernobyl: A Story of Hope & Resilience

DOVER — On Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m. virtually with the Dover Public Library. 35 years after the nuclear accident Stephen Quandt went to Chernobyl to participate in a spay/neuter and research campaign for the dogs that were descended from the pets left behind after the nuclear plant disaster of 1986. With many personally shot photos and videos, he will tell his story of meeting the inhabitants of the mostly abandoned town of Chernobyl City, the totally abandoned city of Pripyat, and the dogs (and some cats!) that they encountered. Sign up is needed to receive a link to the program.

Yin Yoga for adults

DOVER — On Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. join instructor Bridget Harton this winter and spring for free half hour Yin Yoga classes on the last Wednesday of the month in the Dover Public Library's Lecture Hall. Wear loose comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or a blanket to place on the floor. Space is limited, but registration isn't required.

Feb. 23

Silent book group

DOVER — On Thursday, Feb. 23 at 2 p.m. Looking for some quiet time to dedicate to reading your latest book? Look no further. Join us at the Dover Public Library for some time relaxing with your peers while everyone reads their own book of choice. Please feel free to wear comfy clothes/pjs and bring and blankets, pillows, etc. Snacks and hot chocolate will be served for maximum coziness.

Crafternoon: fluffy winter slime

DOVER — On Thursday, Feb. 23 at 3 p.m. let's celebrate winter. Kids in grades one and up are invited to the Dover Public Library to make and take Fluffy Winter Slime. Preschoolers, with an adult care-giver, are welcome to attend as well.

Cocheco River Writers meet

DOVER — On Thursday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. join a community of local writers with Cocheco River Writers at the Dover Public Library. This group meets the 4th Thursday of every month and welcomes all skill levels. Discuss ideas, get tips, and share your work with others in a low-key, inviting atmosphere. Whether you want to write creatively for fun or for publication, this group is a great way to hone your craft.

Introduction to Excel

DOVER — On Thursday, Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. join us for an Introduction to Excel with Peggy. This class will cover rows, columns, formulas, sorting and more. The class size is limited to eight people and will take place in the technology corner at the Dover Public Library. Sign up needed.

Feb. 24

Storytime with author Marie Miller

BERWICK, Maine — Author Marie Miller will be joining us at the Berwick Public Library on Friday, Feb. 24, at 10:30 a.m. for special Storytime to share her book Where Do You Sleep?

Jackbox Games afternoon

DOVER — On Friday, Feb. 24 at 2 p.m. teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to join us at the Dover Public Library for a fun session of Jackbox Games. Participants will need to have access to a smart phone or tablet in order to participate (please reach out to Emily in advance at e.ainaire@dover.nh.gov if you need to borrow a device to play on). We'll try out games such as Lie Swatter, Push the Button, Tee-K.O., and Trivia Murder Party. Jackbox Games are rated T for Teen.

Frozen Interactive Movie

DOVER — On Friday, Feb. 24 at 10 a.m. join Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Friends at the Dover Public Library for an interactive movie viewing in the Lecture Hall. We will provide Movie Prop Bags to every child attending. Plan to sing along and have a super fun Frozen experience. Please register prior to the event.

Feb. 25

Stitch a Huswif at the Wentworth House

ROLLINSFORD — What’s a huswif? In early America, a huswif, or housewife, was a small foldable sewing kit which held needles, pins, thread, buttons, and other sewing tools. A huswif was an essential lady’s accessory, but soldiers of the Revolution and Civil War also often carried a huswif to make repairs to their clothing. Stitch your own huswif at this one-day workshop, held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 25 at the historic Colonel Paul Wentworth House, Water Street in Rollinsford. Workshop fee is $20. To register, send an email to paulwentworthhouse@gmail.com by Feb. 20. For additional information, send an email to designsbyjanith@gmail.com.

This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: It's February vacation week: Seacoast community events, Feb. 20-26