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November is National Child Safety and Protection Month! 

It gives us an opportunity to prioritize the health and safety of the children in our lives. It's also a valuable reminder to take action in protecting the little ones around us.

November is National American Indian & Alaskan Native Heritage Month!

The month serves to honor the history, accomplishments, and contributions of Native Americans and Alaska Natives. It also aims to educate the public about their diverse cultures and the ongoing challenges they face.

This observance acknowledges the state's historical and current connection to the Abenaki people, with many local place names referencing the Abenaki language. To celebrate, you can learn about local Indigenous history, attend events if available, and explore the cultural contributions of Native Americans and Alaska Natives.  

Did you know?

• There are over 600 Tribes in the US?

• The Abenaki and Penacook are the primary Native American peoples of New Hampshire. These groups are part of the larger Wabanaki Confederacy, also known as the "People of the Dawnland". Specific bands within the Abenaki included the Kennebec, Androscoggin, Pequawket, and Sokokis.   

Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum (Warner) 

November 2026 Events 

• Annual Autumn Auction Fundraiser (Online): November 6–15, 2026. Bidders can participate online for items like Native-crafted pieces, sterling silver and turquoise jewelry, artwork, and a beading workshop, supporting the museum's educational mission.

• Lazy Stitch Beaded Bracelet Workshop: November 21, 2026 (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM). 

Key Museum Details

• Location: 18 Highlawn Road, Warner, NH 03278 

• Current Feature Exhibit: Quills & Beads: Adornment that Adapts (curated by Sterling Gross), highlighting the evolution of Native American quillwork and beadwork. 

Honoring Veterans Day!

• Honors all U.S. military veterans—living or deceased, wartime or peacetime 

• A bit of history:  The holiday dates to November 1918 during WWI.  At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of that year, a temporary cessation of hostilities was declared between the Allied nations and Germany. Commemorated the following year as Armistice Day in many countries, November 11 became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938. 

• Suggestions on How to celebrate:  

  • Personal & Direct Gestures

• Reach out to a veteran: Call, write, or visit a veteran you know personally.

• Write a thank-you note: Send a handwritten card to a local VA hospital, or assisted living facility.

• Share a tribute locally: Many local news outlets (such as WMURin New Hampshire) host digital shoutouts and picture submissions to highlight local veterans. 

2. Participate in National & Community Observances

• Observe the 2 Minutes of Silence: Pause at 11:00 a.m. local time on November 11 to honor the moment the WWI armistice was signed and reflect on the service of all U.S. veterans. 

• Attend a local or regional ceremony: Check out official Department of Veterans Affairs regional partner sites or local community parades and wreath-laying ceremonies.

• Display a Red Poppy or Green Light: Wear a traditional red poppy or participate in Operation Green Light by illuminating your porch or home with a green bulb to support veterans through Military Families Month.

• Place flags on graves: Coordinate with local veteran service groups or scout troops to place small American flags at a local veteran cemetery.

3. Media & Broadcasts

• Watch the PBS Special: Tune in for the annual PBS Veterans Day Special—headline features for 2026 include Jason Kelce, Jon Batiste, and the Army’s Six-String Soldiers.

https://www.history.com/articles/history-of-veterans-day