National Library Week will be observed at the Concord Public Library April 11-17 with the theme “Communities thrive @ your library.” First sponsored in 1958, National Library Week is an annual observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries across the country. It is a time to remind the public about the contribution libraries, librarians and library workers…

The Zonta Club of Concord is accepting applications for its $500 Jane M. Klausman Women in Business scholarship. The Zonta International Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarships are open to women pursuing an undergraduate degree or a master's degree in business leading to a business management career. The program is designed to encourage women to enter careers and seek leadership positions in business-related fields. The recipient of Concord's $500 award will be eligible to compete at the Zonta District 1 Level for an additional $500 award. The successful District 1 recipient will be qualified…

Mary Snider sent in this photo of a graceful swan she came across last month. "The week of March 8 we started seeing a lone swan swimming around Horseshoe Pond. Those of us who work at the Horseshoe Pond medical office have a wonderful view of him/her," she wrote. "I stopped on March 11 before work to see if I could get a photo. The swan had just stepped up onto the ice to do some cleaning!" Send…

Are you interested in a career in natural resources? Do you like hiking, camping and canoeing? If that sounds like you, apply for the New Hampshire Natural Leaders Program - a high school leadership development program designed to inspire emerging environmental and community leaders through outdoor recreational and educational experiences. The program begins with an orientation on June 19 and a summer camp experience from Aug. 6 -15, where participants get a chance to work with professionals while exploring some of the state's landscapes. Activities will be led by the Appalachian Mountain Club…

Tune in to Channel 22 on April 8 at 7 p.m., for the inaugural airing of "Art In Focus," a monthly program produced by Concord TV that showcases local artists and arts organizations. The first show will feature a youth exhibit at the Steeplegate Mall, a tour of the Community Players of Concord's studio and a story on jewelry designer Bunny Stoykovich. "Art In Focus" can also be seen on April 10 at 11 a.m. and April 12 at 8 a.m. It will also be streamed on yourconcordtv.org.

Come learn about the rivalry between the North-enders and the South-enders; where President Lincoln spoke; George Washington's tree; and Teddy Roosevelt's bed. Boy Scout Troop 81 and Cub Scout Pack 81 of Concord are hosting a Hike-a-Thon throughout Concord on Saturday, April 10. In celebration of 100 years of Scouting in America, the hike includes "A Magical History Tour" that is open to the public. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on the Capital Commons Plaza, outside the Red River Theatres entrance on South Main Street. The Hike-a-Thon and Magical History Tour offers a close-up, self-guided tour…