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Great North Woods Interpretive Center (state
rest area)
Route 3, Colebrook Through May 31 - Vintage Photos and Art Exhibit The photographs, art and memorabilia of 19th-century born artist and photographer Glenduen Ladd. See www.susanzizza.com for more information on the artist and her work. Also on display: Award-winning high-school art by students from Colebrook, Pittsburg and Canaan. ![]() Various times & locations (603) 538-9542 or (603) 237-8882 or (802) 266-3687 For more information, contact lpkline@aol.com The Connecticut River Art Group (CRAG) is a grass-roots group of oil, watercolor and acrylic artists from Pittsburg, Colebrook, West Stewartstown, northern VT and Coaticook, PQ. The artist of the month at the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital is Patricia Klinefelter, whose impressionistic paintings capture various scenes from the North Country, as well as countries she has visited. Monday, June 9, 4pm - CRAG meeting at the Canaan Library Call for additional information. ![]() Monday-Friday 11am-1pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am-3pm The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum Route 145, Stewartstown (7 miles north of Colebrook) (603) 237-5500 www.poorefamily.homestead.com Historic and educational site illustrating life in the northernmost region of NH prior to rural electrification. Colebrook Area Historical Society Exhibit &
Programs
By appointment 2nd floor at the Colebrook Town Hall 17 Bridge Street, Colebrook 603) 237-4070 www.colebrookmainstreet.org/Colebrook.htm Maps, photographs, manuscripts, court records, business & organizational records, and local history items. Approximately 15,000 artifacts including fine arts, folk arts, costuming, textiles, household goods and more. Handicap accessible. Cohos Historical Society Marion Blodgett
Museum
&
Events
Hollow Road/Bog Road Stratford Hollow (603) 922-8337 www.cohoshistoricalsociety.org Programs every 3rd Wednesday throughout the summer. |
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Original Music Showcase
Wednesday, May 28 Black Bear Bistro 38 King Square, Whitefield (603) 837-3873 Join local artists trying out new material and getting together with other musicians who are trying to do the same. Showcasing art pieces by local artists, for sale from The Old Mill Gallery. Last Wednesday of each month. For more information, contact recorsbdl@yahoo.com. ![]() Listed events are open to the public The Mount Washington Resort Route 302, Bretton Woods (603) 278-8940 or (800) 314-1752 www.mtwashington.com/activities/event Thursdays, through June 19, 8:30pm - Spring Lecture Series in the Conservatory : May 29 - Androscoggin Canoe and Kayak Trek to the Sea with Stephen Priest June 5 - Moose, Deer, Bear and More with Nigel Manley, Director of The Rocks Estate June 19 - The Entangled Eye: Visual Perception and the Representation of Nature in Post-Darwinian Narrative with UNH Professor James Krasner Saturday, May 31, 8:30-9:30pm - Classical Music Performance in the Conservatory with pianist Noelle Beaudin Daily, 10-11am & 3-4pm - Historic Hotel Tour - Meet at the Grandfather Clock Be sure to visit the New Hampshire Historical Society's exhibition: The White Mountains of New Hampshire. The exhibition, open to the public, explores the White Mountain region with a rich array of objects and images. Weeks Memorial Library Programs &
Events
128 Main Street, Lancaster (603) 788-3352 http://lancasternh.org/ Tuesday, June 10, 3pm - 4th & 5th Grade Book Club Sign up not required - see Children's Librarian for copy of the book. Wednesday, June 18, 12noon - Brown Bag Book Discussion Group Discuss a book and make new friends. Tuesdays, 10am-12noon - Lancaster Rose Quilters Tuesdays, 10am - Story Hour for the smallest children. First and third Tuesdays Wednesdays, 3-4pm - LEGO Club - No age limit or restriction, just bring your imagination Thursdays, 10am - Story Hour for preschoolers ![]() Wednesday-Sunday, 11am-5pm (also "by chance") On the Common, 36 King Square Whitefield (603) 837-8778 Featuring original art & contemporary crafts of northern NH & VT artists, and classes to capture the creative spirit. Call or email gradual@verizon.net for a complete listing of classes & workshops offered and to register. For Teens and Adults: Tuesday, June 10, 6:30-8:30pm - Quilt Block of the Month Piece and/or appliqué different block each month; complete quilt in a year. Second Tuesday each month. Thursday, June 12, 6-8pm - Inspiration Thursday Networking Craft Group Bring your current project, share ideas, receive/give encouragement. Second & fourth Thursdays By appointment - Beginning Basket and Soft Pastel Landscape Painting For Kids: Fridays, June 6, 13 & 20, 10-11am - Art Play Group Story, songs, art exploration, socialization for preschoolers (first 3 Fridays of each month) Fridays, June 6, 13 & 20, 12:30-2:30pm - Art in the PM Visual art background & hands-on exploration of art concepts for homeschoolers (first 3 Fridays of each month) ![]() Thursdays, through September 27, 2-4pm (also by appointment) Whitefield Historical Society Museum downstairs in Laconia Savings Bank 22 King Square, Whitefield (603) 837-2466 www.whitefieldnh.org/page2.asp Features displays on various facets of life in Whitefield over the years. For more information, contact bonfletcher@yahoo.com. ![]() Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday, June-Columbus Day, 11am-2pm Jefferson Historical Society 900 Presidential Highway/Route 2, Jefferson (603) 586-7021 www.aannh.org/heritage/coos/jefferson.php Housed in 1868 church building on the edge of the Waumbek Golf Course. The historical society meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the museum. White Mountain Scottish Dancers
Fridays, September-June, 7:30pm Lancaster Town Hall 695 Main Street, Lancaster (802) 751-7671 Live music with Bill Tobin, who will share some easy dances. Wheelchair accessible via Lancaster town office. For more information, contact 1btobin@together.net |
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![]() St. Kieran Community Center for the Arts 155 Emery Street, Berlin (603) 752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org Local, regional and internationally acclaimed artists fill the stage with a revolving repertoire of shows. Art exhibits are open for viewing during regular business hours Monday-Friday, an hour before all performing arts programs, and by special arrangement. On exhibit through May 28 - Teachers' and Students' Art Exhibit, featuring the work of local art teachers and selected students. Thursday, June 5 from 5-7pm - Opening Reception: The BIG ART Show Celebrates artists who create large format pieces and who often have difficulty showing in smaller galleries. Meet the artists while enjoying light refreshments and flute music. No admission fee but donations to support the Visual Arts Series are always welcomed and appreciated. On exhibit June 6-July 25. Thursday, June 12, 7pm - Royal River Philharmonic Jazz Band This six-member ensemble plays some of the best New Orleans Dixieland Jazz you will ever hear. From clarinet, trombone, trumpet and banjo to tuba, they really know how to swing. Based in Maine, their performances, complete with straw hats and striped shirts, entertain and inspire. ![]() Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May-October, 12noon-6pm (and by appointment) Chapel Arts New England 13 Glen Road (east side of the Gorham Town Common), Gorham (603) 723-1849 www.chapelartsn e.com Saturday, May 31, 8-10pm - Four Shillings Short Traditional Irish and Scottish songs, tunes and airs, Indian Ragas, Folk Ballads, Old-Time songs, Medieval and Renaissance instrumentals and a cappella numbers, as well as contemporary folk and original compositions. Saturday, June 7, 7pm - Concert: HypaSpace Saturday, June 14, 7-10pm - Traditional New England Dance White Mountain Cafe Exhibits & Events
White Mountain Cafe 212 Main Street, Gorham (603) 466-2511 www.whitemountaincafe.com North Country home to the photography of photographer Jerry Monkman, focusing on photography of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range. http://blog.jerryandmarcymonkman.com/ Saturdays, May 31 & June 7 - Java and Jazz with Calico Slim Saturday, June 14, 7pm - Movie Night: TBA Randolph Public Library Programs & Randolph
Colloquy Events
Sunday, June 1, 3-5pm Town Hall building Durand Road, Randolph (603) 466-5408 Opening Reception for the new Randolph Library Now at the Town Hall building in Randolph, with refreshments and music. Material Girls Quilt Guild Meetings, Show
Plans
Community Room of St. Kieran Arts Center 155 Emery Street, Berlin (603) 752-1607 www.materialgirlsquilts.homestead.com Quilters of all levels of experience are invited to display their works at the North Country Quilt Show to be held at the St. Kieran Center for the Arts this fall. For more information, contact Sylvia Charest at rcharest@ne.rr.com or Barb Barbieri at bobarb0104@aol.com. Monday, June 2, 7pm - Paper Piercing The Berlin Quilters Guild (Material Girls) meets the first Monday of each month. A Sew Day is held on the Saturday following the Monday meeting. All are welcome to join or visit the guild at these meetings. ![]() Wednesday, June 18, 7pm White Mountains Community College, Berlin-Fortier Library 2020 Riverside Drive, Berlin (603) 752-1113 www.berlin.nhctc.edu/services/lib/ Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez Set in an unnamed Caribbean seaport, Marquez's extraordinary novel relates one of literature's most remarkable stories of unrequited love. "This shining and heartbreaking novel," Thomas Pynchon wrote in The New York Times Book Review, is one of those few rare works "that can even return our worn souls to us." This discussion is led by Craig Doherty and co-hosted by the Berlin Public Library. For more information, contact Katie Doherty. ![]() Wednesday-Sunday, 11am-5pm and Tuesdays, 5-8pm, through Columbus Day 25 Railroad Street (behind town park) Gorham (603) 466-5338 www.gorhamnewhampshire.com/railroadmuseum.ht ml In 1850 the railroad came to Gorham. Explore this rich history through artifacts, photographs, scrapbooks and more. Museum located within a 1907 Grand Trunk Railway station, with a model railroad exhibit in a boxcar. For special group visits or to make an appointment, please contact Mary Jane Ames at (603) 466-2085. ![]() Tuesday-Saturday, 12noon-4pm (or by appointment) Moffett House Museum & Genealogy Center 119 High Street, Berlin (603) 752-4590 or (603) 752-7337 www.aannh.org/heritage/coos/moffett.php The Moffett House Museum serves as a nostalgic setting for exhibits on Berlin's rich history, encompassing its cultural, ethnic and industrial legacies. Reading Room is available for perusing high-school yearbooks or doing research in the many "Brown Bulletins," city reports, antique ledgers and various historical documents. Genealogy research available. Northern Forest Heritage Park & Artisans Gift
Shop
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm (call to confirm hours) 961 Main Street, Route 16, Berlin (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org Northern Forest Heritage Park preserves and interprets the history of the working forest and celebrates the multi-cultural heritage of the Great North Woods Region. Featuring a three acre site with waterfront access and walkways, an outdoor amphitheater, a full-size replica logging camp, interactive exhibits and the Brown House Museum, built in 1853 by the H.W. Winslow Company as a boarding house for its saw-mill employees. The Artisans Gift Shop & Display Gallery offers original arts, crafts and gifts. Tuesday-Saturday, through mid-October, 2pm & 5pm - River Boat Tours Narrated 90-minute tour along the Androscoggin River, educating about the significance of the river and local history. |
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![]() Monday-Thursday 10am-8:30pm, Friday & Saturday 10am-5:30pm Main Street, Conway (603) 447-5552 www.conway.lib.nh.us/index.htm Wednesday, May 28, 3:30pm - Young Adult Book Group discusses Seabiscuit, a true story of the famous race horse. Grades 6 to 12 welcome. Wednesday, June 4, 3:30pm - Teen Advisory Board Join us for good food and good fun. Anyone in grade 6 and up welcome. Wednesday, June 4, 7pm - North Country Camera Club Monday, June 9, 6:30-8:30pm - Open Mic for Poetry, Storytelling and Acoustic Music Each month the program includes two featured performers, one musician and one poet, then Open Mic. This month features singer/songwriter/guitarist Alan Hunt and Biker Poet Extraordinaire K. Peddlar Bridges. In addition, we will be celebrating the release of Tom Diegoli's latest chapbook, What The Cat Dragged In. Wednesday, June 11, 3:30pm - Young Adult Book Group Movie Day: Seabiscuit True story of the famous race horse. Refreshments served. Grades 6 to 12 welcome. Monday, June 16, 10:15am - Morning Book Group discusses A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. New participants are encouraged to join - even if you haven't read the book. Beginning June 18,10:30am - Summer Story Times Tuesdays - 2 year-olds; Wednesdays - Toddlers & Babies less than 2; Thursdays - 3 & 4 year-olds ![]() Denmark Arts Center 50 West Main Street (on Route 160), Denmark Village (207) 452-2412 www.denmarkarts.org Wednesday, May 28 - Arts in Our Communities: In School Presentation Friday, May 30 - Arts in Our Communities: Community Presentation Saturday, June 14, 7pm - Open Mic - All abilities welcome. Second Saturday of each month. Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm - Singers Workshop With different levels on alternate weeks, open to adults of any age. Scheduled Individually - Guitar lessons are offered by artist-in-residence Wayne Peabody Appalachian Mountain Club: Getting To Know Series Friday, May 30, 9am-2pm Appalachian Mountain Club - Joe Dodge Lodge Route 16, Pinkham Notch (603) 466-2727 www.outdoors.org/about/calendar/ A Time Before New Hampshire: The Land & Native Peoples Author Michael Caduto guides an afternoon field trip, steeped in Native American folklore and information about the traditional uses of wild edible, medicinal and poisonous plants. The group will sample wild edibles and share indigenous stories, while traversing the local environment. Freedom Public Library Events &
Programs
Tuesday & Thursday, 2-7pm; Wednesday & Saturday, 10am-1pm; Friday, 12noon-5pm Freedom (603) 539-5176 www.freedompubliclibrary.org Featured artist for May & June - Nancy Marsden: Landscape and still life paintings Friday, May 30, 5pm - All Ages Pizza & Movie Night: Bee Movie Wednesdays, 10-11am - Preschool Story Hour ![]() Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm Bald Hill Road, Albany (603) 447-6991 www.tinmtn.org Friday, May 30, 7pm - Awesome Amphibians Investigate the wet meadows, swamps, and ponds of Great Glen Trails in Pinkham Notch for amphibians such as the pickerel frog, American toad, spring peeper, grey tree frogs. Bring a flashlight and rubber boots. Call for reservations. Saturday, May 31, 7am - Canoe Exploration of Whitton Pond Explore the beauty of this undeveloped pond nestled among glacial boulders and surrounded by forested shores. Bring your own canoe or kayak or borrow ours. Call for reservations. Saturday, May 31, 7-10am - Brownfield Bog Bird Walks Join a revolving host of avian experts on this weekly bird walk through the bog. These annual excursions offer an excellent opportunity to view the rich diversity of bird life that makes its way north and stops at this avian hotspot to rest or nest. Meet at Grant's Parking Lot in Brownfield. Monday, June 2, 1-5pm - The NH Dragonfly Survey: An Introduction The NH Dragonfly Survey workshop trains amateur citizen scientists to collect data at priority habitats. Participants learn basic dragonfly biology, dragonfly conservation issues, and survey protocols. Workshop include field time to learn identification and capture techniques. Saturday, June 7, 9am - Year of the Forest- Moose Brook Wildflower Walk The rich mesic forest community at Moose Brook State Park can be identified by its characteristic plant species such as Dutchman's britches, Christmas fern, northern maidenhair fern, and red and white baneberry. Meet at Grant's Market in Glen. Sunday, June 8, 12noon-4pm - History Tour through Crawford Notch Learn the history and lore of the 1700s in Crawford Notch while visiting the sites where intrepid men and women endeavored to eke out a living, including Timothy Sawyer and Benjamin Nash's discovery of the Notch, the tragedy of Nancy Barton, and the first settlements of the Crawford family. We will visit to the site of the 1826 Willey family tragedy, two flumes, source of the Saco River, and Elephant Rock. Dress for the weather, wear good walking shoes, and bring lunch, snacks and water. Each site involves short, easy walking. An optional trip to the Willey cemetery in North Conway later. Monday, June 9, 1:30-3pm - Great Glen Wildflower Walk Join a Tin Mountain Naturalist for this wildflower walk on the easy terrain of the Great Glen trails in Pinkham Notch. We'll celebrate the coming of summer as we seek out pink lady slippers, starflowers and other late spring wildflowers. Call Jill Reynolds at 356-3231 for transportation. Thursday, June 12, 12noon - The Eco-Forum Brown Bag Lunchtime Lecture Series Second Thursday of each month. Free; bring your own lunch. Friday, June 13, 6:30pm - The Nocturnal Life of the Pine Barrens The Nature Conservancy's Jeffrey Lougee will lead this nocturnal exploration of the Pine Barrens. Listen for whip-poor-wills, nighthawks, and owls that call this unique habitat home. Call for reservations. At Eastside of Route 41, W. Branch Pine Barrens sign. Sat, June 14, 9am-12noon - Summer Watercolors Andrea Johnson will work with experienced painters as well as beginners to capture the beauty of summer in watercolors. Call for reservations. Saturday, June 14, 1-5pm - Year of the Forest-Basics for Landowners, Part III: Silvicultural Methods & Management Prescriptions Tin Mountain Director Michael Cline, a licensed Forester, examines the silvicultural methods for establishing forest conditions that satisfy a landowner's goals for their woodlot. A variety of forest conditions will be visited to explore the management prescription options that might be applied to meet landowner objectives. Thursday, June 19, 7pm - The Madison Hills Paleoecology Project Join local scientists Lee Pollock and Brian Fowler as they share the findings of their grass-roots project to analyze the sediments that have accumulated at the bottom of Madison's Big Pea Porridge Pond since the glaciers last covered the area. Wednesdays, 10-11:30am - Nature Nuts Children and their parents/grandparents may join Tin Mountain teacher/naturalists on this seasonal exploration of the natural world. Enjoy a morning full of nature songs, crafts, hikes, and games based upon the theme of the day. Upon request - Building Tours Jackson Public Library Programs &
Events
Tuesday 11am-6pm; Wednesday 11am-2pm; Thursday 11am-8pm; Saturday 10am-1pm 125 Main Street, Jackson (603) 383-9731 www.jacksonvillage.net Enter Jackson author Lisa Gardner's sweepstakes and win the chance to name one of your friends or family as a victim in an upcoming book. Go to www.lisagardner.com to enter; deadline is May 30. Tuesday, June 17, 4:30pm - Teen Reading Group Wednesdays, 10am - Children's Storytime Stories, songs and a craft. ![]() Open year-round, Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm (except major holidays) 58 Cleveland Hill Road, Tamworth (603) 323-7591 or (800) 686-6117 www.remickmuseum.org Monday, June 2, 1-3pm and Wednesday, June 4, 10am-12pm or 1-3pm - Genealogy Workshops How to use research tools such as genealogy books & software, town vital records and the internet. First Monday & Wednesday each month. Limited class size. Saturday, June 7 - Rhubarb Workshop Learn uses for rhubarb, some traditional, some trendy, all delicious. Saturday, June 7, 3pm - Victorian Tea Take time out of your busy schedule and savor the old-time delights of the Victorian Tea in the Captain Enoch Remick House. Learn about the history of tea and tea etiquette. Saturday, June 14, 10am-2pm - Ox & Rocks Remick Museum staff will be on site to demonstrate historic and modern farming chores, such as haying with sickle and scythe. Remick Farm's own oxen will participate in stone wall building and repair and plowing fields. The Earline Wright Visitor's Center will be open to the public, with ox tail soup served. Members of the Yankee Teamsters 4-H Working Steers Club will be competing for ribbons in Fitting & Showmanship, Cart & Obstacle Course and Stoneboat Hauling with their teams of steers and oxen. ![]() 111 Main Street, Conway (603) 447-4737 www.mountaintopmusic.org Call to confirm times and locations. Mountain Top is scheduling students for music lessons and classes. Check website for details & full schedule. Monday, June 2, 6:30pm - Student Recital: Guitar, Bass, Piano & Brass Students Tuesday, June 3, 5pm - Student Recital: Voice & Piano Students Wednesday, June 4, 7:30pm - Community Orchestra Spring Pops Performance: A Musical Tour Around the World The program features works including Norwegian Dances by Grieg, a Tango or two, and even some music from Korea. Special performance by magician Roger Isberg. At the Salyards Center for the Arts on Main Street in Conway. Thursday, June 5, 6:30pm - Student Recital: Violin & Viola Students Sunday, June 8, 6pm - Community Orchestra Spring Pops Performance: A Musical Tour Around the World Chamber ensembles provide music during a cocktail hour, followed by the orchestra's program, featuring works including Norwegian Dances by Grieg, a Tango or two, and even some music from Korea. Special performance by magician Roger Isberg. At the Brass Heart Inn in Chocorua. Mondays, 7-9pm - Novice Orchestra Mondays, 4-5pm - Children's Choir Mondays, 3:45-4:30pm & 4:30-5:15pm - Keyboard Kids Mondays & Tuesdays - Group Guitar Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10-10:30am - Instrument Exploration Tuesdays, 7-8pm - Adult Singers Class Tuesdays, 7-9pm - Steel Dreams: Mountain Top's Steel Drum Band Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15pm - Strings-After-School Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm - Community Chamber Ensembles Wednesdays, through June 4, 6-8:30pm - The Old Time String Band at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Tamworth Wednesdays, 7-9pm - Community Orchestra at Kennett High Thursdays, through June 5 - MTMC's Family Music Programs Music for Babies, a free program, runs 9:30-10am. The Toddlers class runs 10:15-11am and the Preschool class begins at 11am. Thursdays, 3:30-4:15pm - Young Musicians Thursdays, 4:15-5pm - Kids' Percussion Ensemble Thursdays, 7-8:30pm - Jam Band and Recording Class Thursdays, 7:30-8:30pm - Music Notation Theory and Technology Saturdays, 11am-12noon - Youth Orchestra Bartlett Recreation Classes, Programs &
Events
Bartlett Elementary School Route 302, Bartlett (603) 374-1952 www.bartlettnh.org/rec.html Tuesdays, June 3 & 17, 5pm - Ceramic Painting Open to adults & children, no experience needed, new project every session. Pre-register. Tuesdays, 9-11am - Silver Social Set at the Bartlett Congregational Church Bring your cribbage board; we have cards, checkers and other games available. Knitters and crafters can bring their projects along as well. Sewing Club Luncheon: Essence of Art Presentation Wednesday, June 4, 12noon Red Fox Bar and Grille Route 16, Jackson www.jacksonvillage.net Jackson Women's Sewing Club's annual luncheon, with guest speaker Cheryl Hurst of Essence of Art Studio. Essence was started as a working art studio and interactive retail store, providing support services to artists and craftspeople with developmental disabilities. Cheryl will be demonstrating weaving, and will have many samples of art from the store. Proceeds from a quilt raffle will go toward the club's community programs. For more information and reservations, contact Helene at 383-9271 or Bobbi at 383-9755. ![]() Wednesday, June 4, 6:30pm Eagle Mountain House Carriage House Carter Notch Road, Jackson (603) 383-6861 www.jacksongrammar.org All classes will perform, as will the band, chorus and strings club. Programs & Events at North Conway
Library
Monday/Tuesday/Friday, 12-5pm; Wednesday & Thursday, 12-6pm North Conway Library Main Street, North Conway (603) 356-2961 www.northconwaylibrary.com Friday, June 6, 10:30am - TGIF Book Group The Group meets the first Friday of every month. Everybody is welcome. Saturday, June 14 (rain date: June 15), 8am-1pm - Community Bike and Gear Swap Recycle your old bikes, parts and outdoor gear. At the Moat Mountain Smoke House and Brewing Co. Contact Cathy Steers at 986-7132 or cathysteers@gmail.com to rent a table or volunteer. Stone Mountain Arts Center presents World-Class
Music
Shows start at 8pm unless noted otherwise Dugway Road, Brownfield, ME (866) 227-6523 www.stonemountainartscenter.com Friday, June 6 - Iris Dement One of the most celebrated country-folk performers of our day, singer/songwriter Iris Dement is a folk circuit gem. Tuesday, June 10 - Ben Hammond's Record Release Show A graduate of Fryeburg Academy, now touring his new album. Accompanying Ben's acoustic guitar and beatboxing will be two other Fryeburg Academy alums - long-time collaborators Danny Berglund on drums and Kelly Muse on bass. Friday, June 13 - Folk-jazz singer and pianist Judith Owen Saturday, June 14 - Mistah SMAC 2008: A Masculine Pageant to benefit the Brownfield Library Hand-picked contestants will show you their talents, their strengths, and their intellect. Sunday, June 15 - Mavis Staples She has helped to define much of what is righteous and soulful in American music. Cook Memorial Library Events
Tuesday & Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Friday & Saturday, 10am-4pm 93 Main Street, Tamworth (603) 323-8510 http://tamworthlibrary.org Saturday, June 7, 9am-1pm - Friends' Plant Sale Tuesdays - Storytimes: Stories and Songs for toddlers at 10:30am and Stories and Songs for 3-5 year olds at 1pm. On the first three Tuesdays of each month. Tuesdays, 2-5pm - History Room open Chocorua Public Library Events &
Programs
Sundays, 1-5pm; Mondays & Thursdays, 1-7pm Route 113, Chocorua (603) 323-8610 www.chocorualibrary.org/events.html Sunday, June 8, 3pm - Enjoy a fun afternoon of stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts. All are welcome. Second Sunday of each month. Sundays, 1:30-2:30pm - Knitting Group The library also is open on Wednesdays from 9:30-11am for Koffee Klatch ![]() Eastman Lord House Main Street, Conway Village (603) 447-5551 www.conwayhistory.org Eastman Lord House, recently named to the National Register of Historic Places, is the circa 1818 residence of Conway mill owner William Kimball Eastman. Seventeen rooms are open to the public, furnished in periods from 1818 through 1945. June 10 - TBA (potluck at 6pm) The Society presents a wide variety of monthly programs. Unless otherwise noted, programs are held at the Salyards Center for the Arts on the second Tuesday of each month. ![]() Fridays & Saturdays, 12noon-5pm Jackson Historical Society White Mt Art Gallery & Museum Route 16/16A, Jackson (603) 383-4060 www.jacksonnhhistory.org Museum of 19th Century White Mountain Art paintings, interesting artifacts, photographs (including a 4 1/2 foot wide panorama of Jackson), memorabilia and antique map collection depicting the life of Jackson residents and visitors. Free and open to the public. Be sure to visit the historical wayside signs along the west bank of the Wildcat River in Jackson. Online White Mountain Painting Sale - Items including paintings, books and memorabilia listed on a continuing basis. Thursday, June 12, 7:30pm - Aaron Sturgis will present a power point program on the Trickey Barn project at the Society's Annual Meeting. Everyone welcome to this free program; refreshments served. Inclusive Moose Open Mike Coffeehouse
Friday, June 13, 7pm Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Eastern Slopes 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth (603) 569-2341 inclusivemoose.org Share your songs or stories or just come to listen and socialize. If you'd like to perform you can sign up in advance, or at the door. Potluck snacks and desserts. ![]() Madison Historical Society and Museum (by appointment) Madison Corner (Route 113 & East Madison Road), Madison (603) 367-9289 or 367-8684 http://madisonhistorical.us Thursday, June 19, 7pm - Membership Meeting Meetings are held on the third Thursday of May, June, July, August and September. Free and open to the public. Mt Washington Valley Community Band Invites
New Members
Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm Kennett Middle School band room, Conway The Mt Washington Valley Community Band meets weekly in preparation for its summer performance series. All ages and ability levels welcome even if you haven't played for years. Programs & Events at the Madison Library Mon/Wed/Fri, 2-5pm; Tuesday, 10am-5pm; Thursday, 10am-8pm; Saturday, 9am-1pm 1985 Village Road, Madison (603) 367-8545 www.madison.lib.nh.us Thursdays, 10:30am-12noon - Drop-in Cribbage Open Mic for Music, Poetry and
Storytelling
Wednesdays, 6:30pm Conway Cafe 32 Main Street, Conway (603) 447-6381 Open Mic followed by Open Jam. Electric and acoustic music, stories, poems, songs, food and company, no alcohol (teens welcome). For more information, contact thomasjdiegoli@earthlink.net White Mountain Folk Association Contra Dances Most Fridays, 7:30-10:30pm Runnells Hall, Chocorua (603) 726-0063 All levels are welcome; all dances are taught. Call or email byronricker@fcgnetworks.net for more information and to confirm dates. Square Dance Club
Mondays, 7pm Conway Congregational Church Main Street, Conway (603) 447-3830 (day) & 447-5863 (eve) http://mwvstompers.squaredanceme.us/ MWV Stompers square dance club meets every Monday with expert caller and instructor Darrel Sprague. For more information, contact squarrow@squarrow.com. Bartlett Historical Society Programs & Museum Saturdays, 12noon-2pm (or by appointment) Route 16 (at Linderhof Strauss just past StoryLand), Glen (603) 383-4110 www.bartletthistory.org The Society is looking for volunteers to assist with new projects, including "Life, Legends & Lore: Village Voices" and committees on genealogy, museum displays, cemeteries and railroads. Pottery & Crafts at The Artery
The Artery Ceramic & Craft Studio Timberland Plaza, Route 16, North Conway (603) 356-7725 www.arteryinc.com New offering - Glass Fusing & Slumping Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm - Kids Night Out Sundays - Locals' Day MWV Children's Museum Activities & Events Wednesday-Friday, 9am-3pm; Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday, 10am-2pm Mount Washington Valley Children's Museum 2936 White Mt Highway, North Conway (603) 356-2992 www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org Join us for a tour of the space, the exhibits and all the museum has to offer. You may leave at any time and come back the same day without an additional charge. Visions in Granite Exhibit at The Banks Gallery Tuesday-Friday, 12noon-5pm The Banks Gallery 2710 Main Street, North Conway (603) 356-5555 www.thebanksgallery.com/nconwayexhibition.html Focusing on both the historical importance of White Mountain art and the exceptional work being created today. |
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![]() Wednesday, May 28, 7pm Lisbon Regional School 25 Highland Avenue, Lisbon (603) 838-6672 or (603) 323-7302 www.aannh.org Join master percussionist Tony Vacca as he presents an evening of World Rhythms. Vacca is an innovative American-born percussionist whose music incorporates giant West African xylophones, a collection of over twenty Paiste gongs, hand-drums, and a unique drum set/percussion unit. He has performed and recorded with pop icon Sting, Senegalese Afro-Pop star Baaba Maal, Jazz and World Music legend Don Cherry, and the Senegalese hip-hop troupe Gokh-bi System. He will be joined onstage by Lisbon students who are participating in a two-day residency, presented by the school and the Lisbon Arts Coordinating Team in cooperation with the Arts Alliance's "Experiencing the World" program, with funding from the NH State Council on the Arts. ![]() Colonial Theatre Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-3422 www.BethlehemColonial.org The theater is open for the season with films and live shows. Check website for full description of each film Sunday-Tuesday, 7:30pm; Wednesdays, 5:30pm (early bird special: 2 for 1); Fridays, 7:30pm; Saturdays, 5:30pm & 8pm - Movies May 29 - Teen Movie & Pizza Night: (movie TBA) May 30-June 4 - The Band's Visit June 6 & 8-11 - Paranoid Park June 13-18 - Chicago 10 June 19 - Artist Documentary Series: The Yes Men Saturday, June 7, 8pm - Masceo CD Release Party The CD release party is being recorded for a follow-up DVD, which will be released later this year. Be part of the show and be interviewed by Masceo himself and celebrate with the release of Life Works In Bea Minor. Tickets available at Northern Lights Music and The Village Bookstore in Littleton, or online at Masceomusic.com ![]() Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 10am-4pm; Friday 10am-6pm; Sunday 12-4pm 28 Main Street, Lisbon (603) 838-2300 www.lisbonartsgallery.com Cooperative arts gallery featuring juried works by North Country artists from NH & Vermont. June Featured Artist of the Month - Linda Novak If you have a particular interest or would like to offer a class, please contact the ARTS Gallery. On exhibit through May 31 - Cosmic Gems & Family Colors Co-creative paintings by Erin and Adam Kuzmeskus Sunday, June 8, 1-4pm - Knit and Crochet Sessions Learn from others, help someone out or just enjoy your craft. Free and open to all skill levels. 2nd & 4th Sundays of each month. Contact Dori Hamilton for additional information at 838-5149. Fields of Lupine Art Show - Call to Artists Come exhibit and sell your artwork and fine crafts the Annual Fields of Lupine Art Show on June 7 & 8 from 10am-4pm in Sugar Hill, NH. Art of all mediums is welcome. For more information, email Kathy Stevens (kstevens100@hotmail.com) or call Maxine Aldrich at (603) 823-8000. Registration forms will also be available on the ARTS Gallery website. ![]() Fiddlesticks Art Studio Bethlehem (603) 444-6321 Call or email 2reddogs@gmail.com to register. Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm - Drawing Practice and improve your drawing skills and learn new techniques or start from where you left off in high school - all are welcome.. Wednesdays, 10am-12noon - Beginner Watercolors Come explore the basics of watercolor painting techniques. Thursdays, 7-9pm - World Art Indian Mandalas, Balinese masks, Mexican Amate painting, Japanese kimono collages, Turkish tile inspired art, Chinese festival paintings. Art for Children: Mondays & Thursdays, through June 19, 10-11am - Three! It's a Magic Number! Three year olds will enjoy exploring the world of art and spring. Mondays & Wednesdays, through June 18, 1:30-2:30pm - Global Art for 4's & 5's Explore art from India, Kenya, Turkey, Japan, China and Egypt. Mondays, 3-5pm - Global Art! For ages 6 & up. Tuesdays, through June 17, 10-10:45am - Exploring Art Together An art program for toddlers with parent/guardian. Wednesdays, 3-5pm - Drawing! Learn or improve basic drawing skills and techniques. For ages 6 & up. Thursdays, 3-5pm - Fantasy Art We will study fantasy paintings past and present. For ages 6 and up. Fridays, 5-7pm - Drawing for Teens! Explore drawing skills with graphite, colored and watercolor pencils in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. May 31 and June 14 & 28, 10am-12noon - Drawing for Ages 6 & Up ![]() Fridays & Saturdays, June 6 through October 13, 11am-3pm (and by appointment) Sugar Hill Meeting House Route 117, Main Street, Sugar Hill (603) 823-8431 or (603) 823-5336 www.franconianotch.org Carriage Barn Gallery: 60th Anniversary of the Sugar Hill Fire Dept. Also... Genealogy library, Thoma Gallery, Cobleigh Tavern Kitchen, Sleigh Shed (Bette Davis Sleigh), Carriage Barns, Gift Shop and exhibit of projects by Sugar Hill Artisans Guild members. Donations welcome. Sunday, June 1, 4pm - Spring Concert by the Pine Hill Singers: Love is in the Air Concert (featuring 20 women from Vermont and New Hampshire) will include "I Will Be Earth" by Vermont composer Gwyneth Walker, the spiritual "Music Down in My Soul," "Three Spanish Ballades" and instrumental selections, as well as several Broadway tunes. Admission by donation. Friday, June 6 - Museum opens for the season Saturday, June 7, 10am-2pm - Artisan's Guild Bi-monthly Meeting for Fabric Artisans Tuesday, June 10, 7pm - Concert: An Evening of Song Performed by mezzo-soprano Amy Mitz and accompanist Anita Bonnevie. Freewill donation to Littleton Hospice. Thursday, June 19 - Sugar Hill Fire Station 60th Anniversary Party and Open House The Gallery at WREN
Daily, 10am-5pm 2011 Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-9736 www.wrencommunity.org Exhibiting through June 2 - Same Story, Different View, mixed media by Heather Harvey, and Natural Lines: Nature Closeups, photography by Frank Kaczmarek. Harvey utilizes joint compound, wood glue, paint, nails, wire and a variety of found and collected objects to create complex environments. Kaczmarek is a naturalist and photographer whose current body of work focuses on nature close-ups, and includes images of trees, plants, fungi, insects and animals. Friday, June 6, 5-7pm - Exhibit Opening: Blooming Art Celebrating the Season: Paintings by Katharine Fisher of Orford, NH, and Photography by Karen Eitel of Randolph, NH. The exhibit continues through June 25. Monday, June 9, 4:30pm - Think Local First! with Michelle Long Ms. Long is the co-author of Local First: a How To Guide, and teaches workshops on creating effective networks of sustainable businesses. ![]() Littleton Area Senior Center 77 Riverglen Lane, Littleton (603) 444-6050 www.gcscc.org/littleton.asp Check website for full listing of activities. Thursday & Friday, June 5 & 6 - Episode of Hands: Sculpture & Poetry Program Participants are welcome to enroll in both the writing and sculpture workshop or take them separately. Advanced registration is requested by calling the Center. Participants will have the opportunity to submit their work for a group exhibition at the Gallery at Wren in Bethlehem from July 18-August 4, with an opening reception on July 18 from 5-7pm. 1pm - By These Hands: A Writing Workshop Former Poet Laureate is the author of four books of poetry, and two books for children. Over two days of conversation, rememberings, writing exercises and experiments with music and art, participants will emerge with original work for inclusion in the final exhibit. 2:30pm - Sculptor Beth Simon, who teaches and exhibits across New England, will lead participants through the first steps of using simple soft molding techniques to create a keepsake sculpture of their hands. Participants will later have the opportunity to add personal embellishments. Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm - Knitting Group Contact Amy Mitz at the Lafayette School at 823-9927 if you are interested in joining. Fields of Lupine Festival & Art Show
June 6-22 Fields of Lupine Festival PO Box 780, Franconia (603) 823-5661 www.franconianotch.org/lupine.festival.html The communities of Franconia, Easton, Sugar Hill, Bethlehem, Littleton and Lisbon join together to showcase the colorful annual pageant of blossoming lupines. A few of the Fields of Lupine Festival Events: Tours of local inns, evening concerts, art show, horse- drawn wagon rides, open-air market with muscial performances each weekend. The Fields of Lupine TourBook is your ticket to many Festival events. It includes a map of local Lupine fields, a day-by-day listing of all events, and information about the businesses and the specials they have to offer. Festival Tour Books available at Harman's or from the Chamber of Commerce. ![]() League of NH Craftsmen Retail Gallery at the Village Book Store 81 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-1099 www.nhcrafts.org/localsites/littleton.htm Saturday, June 7, 11am-3pm - Jigsaw Puzzle-Making Demonstration Fool's Gold puzzles begin with original artwork from more than a dozen artists & photographers, whose subject material includes cats and dogs, moose, New England landscapes, folk art and fairy tales. The images are applied to a basswood foundation with a mahogany veneer, then each piece is individually cut with a jigsaw blade no wider than a whisker. Pieces are then hand-oiled, waxed and polished. Since each piece is cut entirely by hand, no two are exactly alike. Neskaya - A Sacred Space for Movement
Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm and Sundays, 6-8pm Neskaya Movement Arts Center 1643 Profile Road, Route 18, Franconia (603) 823-5828 www.neskaya.com Dances from around the world; all dances are taught, no partner needed. Thursday, June 12, 6:30-8:30pm - Women's Circle Art, journaling, movement, sound, meditation. Second Thursday of every month. Sundays, 6-8pm & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm - World Dance/Sacred Circle Dance Fridays, 5-6pm - Free Movement Dance White Mountain Quilt Show at Sunset Hill
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Saturday & Sunday, June 13 & 14, 10am-4pm Sunset Hill House Sunset Hill Road, Sugar Hill (603) 823-5522 or (800) 786-4455 Quilts displayed, made by local artists. Demonstrations, vendors, quilts for sale, raffle quilts, and food on site. Presented by the Littleton Quilt Guild. Littleton Public Library Programs &
Events
Tuesday-Friday, 9am-7pm; Saturday, 9am-4pm Littleton Public Library 92 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-5741 www.ncia.net/library/littleton/ or www.golittleton.com/littleton_library.php Tuesday, June 17, 12noon - Brown Bag Adult Book Discussion Program Meets the third Tuesday of each month in the Patricia McLure Program Room. Wednesdays, 9:30am - Toddlers Tales for children up to age 3 Thursdays, 9:30am - Preschool Story Time for ages 3, 4 & 5 Please call 24 hours in advance if you are bringing 6 or more children to either story time. ![]() Saturdays & Sundays, May 24-July 6, 1-5pm The Frost Place Ridge Road, Franconia (603) 823-5510 www.frostplace.org The Frost Place is a nonprofit educational center for poetry and the arts based at Robert Frost's old homestead, which is owned by the town of Franconia, New Hampshire. Register for the upcoming 30th Anniversary Festival and Conference on Poetry, taking place July 27-August 2 (deadline Monday, June 23). Artist Exhibit at Cold Mountain Cafe Monday-Thursday, 11am-9pm and Friday-Saturday, 11am-9:30pm Cold Mountain Cafe 2015 Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-2500 www.coldmountaincafe.com Displaying through the end of June - Art Exhibit featuring the work of Paula Wolcott, Kathie Lovett, Colleen Foley, Alison Dodd, Mary Ellen Russell, Beth Simon, Kristine Lingle and Sara Spinazzola. ![]() Fridays, 1-3pm Pickwick-Clough Room - Lisbon Public Library 45 School Street, Lisbon, (603) 838-6146 or (603) 838-2228 www.aannh.org/heritage/grafton/lisbon.php Historical display of the Lisbon Area Historical Society will be open during the summer. The Pickwick-Clough room houses a collection of artifacts, correspondence, photographs and genealogy from the early settlers to the present day. Lisbon Area Historical Society meets every other month downstairs in the Lisbon Public Library in the Pickwick-Clough Room. The public is welcome to attend meetings and visit the historical room. ![]() Thursdays & Saturdays, 1-4pm (and by special request) Franconia Heritage Museum 553 Main Street (Route 18), Franconia (603) 823-5000 www.franconiaheritage.org The non-profit Council operates the Franconia Heritage Museum and the Iron Furnace Interpretive Center. Work continues on a scale model of the Brooks and Whitney Bobbin Mill. Littleton Farmers' Market - Food, Crafts,
Entertainment
Sundays, through October, 10am-1pm South bank of the Ammonoosuc River Littleton (603) 444-2553 or (603) 616-7959 www.littletonmainstreet.org Farmers (including certified organic growers), craftspeople and food vendors. Locally made handcrafts are also abundant at the market, from fine furniture to jewelry, pottery, fabric and fiber products. Entertainment will be a regular feature of the market throughout the season. ![]() Open daily, year-round Route 302, Bethlehem (603) 444-6228 www.therocks.org Owned by The Society for Protection of New Hampshire Forests, The Rocks is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Wildlife, history tours and summer programs. For more information, call Katrine Barclay at (603) 823-7441 Fairbanks Museum Exhibits and
Presentations
Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm; Sunday 1-5pm Fairbanks Museum & Planetarium 1302 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT (802) 748-2372 www.fairbanksmuseum.org Exhibiting: Vermont Inventors A tribute to some of Vermont's early geniuses whose ideas have contributed to far-reaching change. Saturdays & Sundays, 1:30pm - Planetarium Shows North-of-the-Notch Studio Daily, 10am-4pm, Saturdays until 5pm In the Tannery Marketplace 111 Saranac Street, Littleton (603) 444-6266 www.ammonoosucartists.com The North-of-the-Notch Studio, at the historic Tannery Marketplace, located at the site of the old Saranac Glove Company and Tannery on the banks of the beautiful Ammonoosuc River, features paintings, prints and extreme close-up photographs (Abstractions from Nature) created by retired Boston TV weatherman Bob Copeland. St. Johnsbury Athenaeum Exhibits, Events &
Programs
Monday & Wednesday 10am-8pm; Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 10am-5:30pm; Saturday 9:30am-4pm 1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT (802) 748-8291 www.stjathenaeum.org The Museum's exhibits and extensive Art Gallery, consisting of primarily American and European artists from the late eighteenth century to the middle nineteenth century, are open to the public. Mondays, 11am - Story Time in the Children's Library. All ages welcome. First and 3rd Monday each month, 6-8pm - Six O'Clock Prompt Writers Support Group Veteran and new writers invited. Call (802) 633-2617 or 592-3138 for more information. Abbie Greenleaf Library Programs & Events Monday & Tuesday 2-6pm; Wednesday, 2-7pm; Thursday, 10am-12noon & 2-5pm; Friday, 2-5pm; Saturday, 10am-1pm Abbie Greenleaf Library 439 Main Street, Franconia (603) 823-8424 www.gofranconia.com/library.html Thursdays, 10:30am - Toddler Time for children ages 1 to 3. Stories, rhymes, songs & puppets Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum
Thursday-Saturday, 12noon-5pm or 10am-2pm Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum Visitors Center, Main Street, Bethlehem (888) 845-1957 www.bethlehemwhitemtns.com/heritagesociety.html Memorabilia from Bethlehem's two Donald Ross designed golf courses are on display, in addition to historical artifacts from the town's fire and police departments, Stonecrest Colony, The National Hay Fever Relief Association, Chase Tennis Camps, as well as many other items of local interest. Performances, Films & Events at Catamount Arts Monday-Friday, 1-6pm Catamount Arts 139 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury VT (888) 757-5559 or (802) 748-2600 www.catamountarts.com Art Galleries open (free) Monday-Friday from 1-6pm, and before and after each film screening Nightly, 7pm - Film Series - Second show at 9pm on Saturdays Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm - Tango Lessons "Argentine Tango" - No partner necessary. Call Isabel at (603) 823-8163 for more details. |
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![]() Margret & H.A. Rey Center Town Square, Waterville Valley (603) 262-1598 or (603) 236-3308 http://reycenter.org Wednesday, May 28, 4:30-6:30pm - Writers Group Read your own work to a peer group of writers and get the valuable feedback every writer needs. Last Wednesday of each month. Wednesday, June 11, 9:30-11:30 am - Curiosity Club for Homeschoolers We will explore a different natural science topic each month through stories, outdoor activities and a craft. For homeschool families with children ages 7 and older. Wednesday, June 18, 10-11am - Curious Tots Children ages 6 and under will enjoy this fun, monthly program. Parents must attend with children. Saturdays, 1-4pm - Curious George Cottage Studio with Nat Scrimshaw Nat sketches and talk about what he draws. Saturdays, 4:30pm - Literary Discussion Group Enjoy potluck hors d'oeuvres and beverages and discuss a variety of poetry, short fiction and drama. Mondays, 9:30-10:30am - Yoga at Brookside Room ![]() Monday-Friday, 12noon-8pm & Saturday, 10am-2pm 22 Church Street, (603) 745-8159 www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/ Thursday, June 5, 1pm - NH Author/Illustrator Lois Collins Kerr A reading for children aged 2-9 of Spencer Family Books: A Blink Is As Good As A Wink, Duck Strut, and Harry Wesley Spencer's Boots Thursdays, 1-2pm - Storytime for preschoolers and toddlers Parents can sign up to be readers. Thursdays, 3-4:30pm - Cultured Purls Knitting Circle - All levels welcome; instruction is available. Warren Historical Society Museum
Most Saturdays & Sundays, July-September (or by appointment) Warren Historical Society Museum Water Street, next to Town Common (603) 764-5865 or (603) 787-6058 Home to the Redstone Rocket, the prototype used by NASA as the launch vehicle to put America's first Astronaut (Alan Shepard, a NH native) and America's first satellite into space. The museum has a gift shop and is full of historical items of the area. Sunday, June 8, 6pm - Membership Meeting The public is invited to attend. For more information, contact tedrow@together.net. Olde New England Day Looking for Artisans &
Crafters
Saturday, June 28, 10am-4pm Main Street, North Woodstock (603) 745-6621 www.lincolnwoodstock.com The Lincoln Woodstock Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 6th Annual Olde New England Days Arts and Craft Fair on June 28, and is looking for talented artisans and crafters to be involved in this year's event. For more information, contact Alyssa Byrd. ![]() Saturday 11am-2pm & 5-7pm, Wednesday 2-4pm (or by appointment) Upper Pemigewasset Historical Society Museum 26 Church Street, Lincoln (603) 745-8159 www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/history.htm The Museum reflects the everyday life of the past with photos, displays of logging, Civilian Conservation Corps, hotels and inns, and personal memorabilia from the 1890s to the present. Numerous photos and early maps are also on display at a "satellite" museum at the Village Shops in Lincoln (the old mill site). www.logginginlincoln.com |
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![]() Office Hours: Tuesdays-Thursdays, 11am-3pm (and by arrangement) Alumni Hall Cultural Center 75 Court Street, Haverhill (603) 989-5500 www.town.haverhill.nh.us/alumihallmainpag.html Year-round, regional venue for the fine & performing arts. Heritage & resource information for residents, newcomers and visitors. Hall available for rent for community, school, business or private functions, meetings, exhibits, classes. The Alumni Hall Interpretive Center displays large panels sponsored by the Connecticut River Joint Commission. The panels show images and text related to the heritage, land and people of NH and VT's Upper Valley. The Hall's Connecticut River Byway Visitor Center is open mid-June to mid-October. Registration is open for this year's Arts-for-Youth workshops, July 7-10 and July 12. Introduction to Filmmaking and Introduction to Acting are open to all youth 10-18 years old. The workshops will run concurrently, with a public performance by the Acting workshop and live filming by the Filmmaking workshop on the evening of July 12. A "world premiere" of the finished film is planned for early September. Exhibiting through June 5 - White Mountain Painters Oils, watercolors, portraits, landscapes and still-lifes. Featuring works by Roberta Arbree, Ernest Demers, Frances Krauss, Kathie Lovett, Suzanne Morley, Jen Powers, Joan Reed, Joe Richard and David Shepatin. Friday, May 30, 7pm - Spring Concert by the Pine Hill Singers: Love is in the Air A diverse group of 20 women from Vermont and New Hampshire sing "I Will Be Earth" by Vermont composer Gwyneth Walker, the spiritual "Music Down in My Soul," "Three Spanish Ballades" and instrumental selections, as well as several Broadway tunes. June 14, 12noon - Visitor Center Season Opening: 7pm - Opening of a multi-media exhibit celebrating the North Country Chorus' 60th anniversary, featuring collage, photos, texts, Madrigal Dinner costumes and original artwork by Allianora Rosse. Free Admission. 8pm - North Country ChorusConcert Gershwin medley, spirituals, American songs, selections in French and Italian. Admission by donation. Complimentary reception follows. Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30pm - Pilates Class led by Kathy Schiffman Nawihla Native American Festival
Saturday & Sunday, May 31 & June 1, 9am-5pm (Saturday) and 10am-5pm (Sunday) VFW Field Main Street (Route 10), North Haverhill (802) 392-8006 www.cowasuckabenaki.org Native American arts, dancing and singing are enjoyed by all at this Pow Wow, a cultural event for the whole family. Look online for other events in the area throughout the week. Amoskeag: Life and Work in an American Factory
City
Friday, June 13, 6:30pm Orford Social Library Orford Street (Main Street), Orford (603) 353-9636 or 353-9756 Amoskeag, by Tamara Hareven & Randolph Langenbach, belongs to the literature of testimony, offering up insight on work experiences, family practices, patterns of sociability, the pleasures and miseries of life and labor in Manchester's mills. This book discussion is led by Suzanne Brown, Dartmouth College. For more information, contact Susan Kling, 353-9166 Piermont Farmers' Market
Tuesdays, through October 30, 3pm-7pm Intersection of Route 25 and River Road, Piermont (802) 222-4582 www.whitemountainbiz.com/gift141b.html Support your neighbors and your community by shopping locally at the Piermont Farmers' Market. Locally produced cheeses, milk, eggs, meat, honey, produce, plants, honey, prepared foods, baked goods, crafts and artwork, cut flowers and much more. Rain or shine. While in Piermont, tour New Hampshire's only Round Barn at 425 Route 10. Guided or self tour of 16-sided round barn built in 1906. By appointment or request. (603) 272-9026 or (603) 272-5854. |
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![]() Open daily 10am-6pm Artistic Roots Cooperative Gallery and Education Center Campton Falls Marketplace at Routes 49 and 175, Campton (603) 726-7101 www.artisticroots.com Artistic Roots brings the local community and artists together in a celebration of creativity, through workshops, classes, community events, gallery receptions, outreach and collaborative projects. Thursdays, May & June, 10am-12:30pm - Sewing Basics 101 For the beginner. Call Janet at 533-9968 to confirm and for list of supplies and tools. Ages: 7+ Wednesday, May 28, 12:30-2:30pm - Easy Watercolor Landscapes For those who have never painted before, as well as those who have some experience. Thursdays, May 29 and June 5, 12 & 19, 1-4pm -Painting Mood & Atmosphere Each week will explore methods of creating mood and atmosphere in a watercolor landscape - from dark stormy skies, to bright sunny landscapes. Level: Advanced Beginner/Intermediate, Ages: Teen/Adult Friday, May 30, 3:30-5pm - Calling All Artists Students will explore working in a variety of media, including pastels, watercolor and tissue paper collage. Ages 9-13 Saturdays, May 31 and June 7, 10am-12noon - Introduction to Basic Beading Techniques Class samples and complete class details may be seen at www.tricias.com/idob. Ages: 12-Adult Mondays, June 2 & 9, 3:30-5pm - Art Explorations Ages: 5-8 Saturday, June 14, 8:30am-4:30pm - Cane Your Day Away Learn the basicsteps of caning. Class fee includes a beautifully crafted oak footstool with a clear finish. Ages: Adults Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, June 16, 17 & 18, 9am-12noon - Workshop with Cam Sinclair: Oil Painting Landscapes Learn the basics of painting landscapes in oil with an award-winning artist in this in-depth workshop. Ages: Teen-Adult Pre-registration is required for all classes. Visit the gallery or call to register or request a brochure and registration form. ![]() Thursdays & Fridays Junction Routes 109 & 113, Center Sandwich (603) 284-6219 www.cornerhouseinn.com Thursdays, 6:30pm - Storytelling Dinners May 29 - Season Ending Storytelling Gala - Six different storytellers will be spinning yarns after dinner. Appearing on the program will be chipmunk farmer & storyteller Andy Davis; local curmudgeon and spinner of tales Rusty Locke; teller of world folktales, fables, fairy tales, myths & legends Angela Klinger; Irish storyteller & balladeer Brian Hastings; Ed Fayle playing folk guitar & blues harmonica with his stories; and nationally renowned Maine storyteller Jean Armstrong. Friday evenings - Live Music in the PUB May 30 - Neal Martin - Popular contemporary & jazz piano tunes June 6 - Jim Tyrrell - soft rock 'n roll June 13 - Tom Fleischmann - Popular Sandwich musician blends blues, rock & folk ![]() D Acres of NH Organic Farm & Educational Homestead 218 Streeter Woods Road, Dorchester (603) 786-2366 www.dacres.org Friday, May 30, 10am-12noon - Writing Group with Nylah Lyman Participants work to discover or improve creative writing talents in a supportive, encouraging environment through the use of writing prompts, skills-building and group critique. All levels welcome; emphasis is currently on poetry and short-stories. Pre-registration is required. Friday, May 30 - Last Friday Open Mic Night 8-10:30pm is the scheduled Open Mic (sign up when you arrive); 10:30pm-12:00am is the Open Jam...join right in. Free. Saturday, May 31, 10am-2:30pm - Weaving on a Frame Loom Join Marcia Vandermast in constructing a basic frame loom and creating woven treasures with recycled fabric and yarn to bring home with you. Bring a lunch. Please pre-register. Sunday, June 1, 10am-1pm - Farm Feast Breakfast and Open House All-You-Can-Eat breakfast featuring pancakes made with local flour, NH maple syrup, local free-range eggs, D Acres meat, potatoes and greens, and fair-trade coffee from Plymouth, NH. A yoga class is offered from 9-10am before breakfast, and New Moon Reiki Share at 1:30pm. Tour the working, organic farm at 1pm; the tour includes a garden walk. First Sunday of each month. Friday, June 6 - First Friday Pizza & A Movie: The Global Gardener: A Close-to-Nature Garden Wood-fired whole wheat pizza followed by a film to raise social and environmental consciousness. All you should eat pizza from 5:30-7pm; films start at 7pm. Gardening for Health - Cultivating Wellness Workshops & Events: Sunday, June 1 10am-2pm - Seedling Sale Saturday, June 7, 10am-4pm - Homescale Organic Gardening Saturday, June 14, 1-3pm - Gardening for Kids Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45pm - Yoga with Sarah Hall Fridays, 6-7:30pm - Yoga with Darcie Shedd ![]() Monday-Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Thursday & Friday, 10am-5pm; Saturday, 10am-2pm 1 Russell Street, Plymouth (603) 536-2616 www.peasepubliclibrary.org Mondays, June 2 & 16, 7pm - Community Knitting Group Wednesday, June 4, 4pm - Blogging Workshop Thinking about starting a blog but not sure how? Mary Emma Allen, writer, workshop presenter and blogger will teach the basics of blogging in a one-hour workshop. Participants with laptops with wireless cards are welcome to bring them to experiment after the program. There is no charge. Wednesday, June 11, 7pm - Discussion Series: Contemporary Northern New England Here at Eagle Pond by Donald Hall will be discussed. This collection of essays covers a broad range of topics, from New Hampshire politics through the joys of rural living, all the way to Hall's personal opinions on Vermont. Monday, June 16 - Sumer Reading Program Registration Begins: "G'day for Reading" Set your summer reading goal and enjoy the many, many, many books that may take you on new adventures or whisk you off to other worlds. For any student entering grades 1-5. Wednesday, June 18, 7pm - Ornamental Trees and Shrubs Steve Sweedler, PSU horticulturist, has dotted the campus with beautiful islands of shrubs, trees and flowers. Here's a great opportunity to view slides of some of Steve's favorites, and take home some new ideas for your own yard. Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Programs
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Daily, through November 1, 9:30am-4:30pm Squam Lakes Natural Science Center 23 Science Center Road, Holderness (603) 968-7194 www.nhnature.org Wednesday, June 4, 9:30-10:30am - Color Coded Messages Nature talks with color - some colors help to hide, some to say danger, and still others mean welcome. Adults and children will explore the natural world of color together in this vibrant program. Adult must accompany child; ages 3-4. Sunday, June 8, 1-4pm - Art Series for Adults: Art Meets Nature Local artist Cynthia Robinson will lead these fun and engaging natural art sessions in the Science Center's Kirkwood Gardens. No experience necessary. Sunday, June 8 - Art Meets Nature: Spend the Day with Monet Kirkwood Gardens will be the subject as participants explore paint and color. With Monet's inspiration, focus on combining colors and enjoying the light, shade, and shapes in the garden in Impressionistic style. For a complete list of all summer programs and for registration information, call or visit the website. ![]() Old Plymouth Railroad Depot 8 Depot Street, Plymouth (603) 536-1204 or (603) 536-9639 or (603) 536-2090 www.gcscc.org/plymouth.asp The center is open every day, with a continuous and full schedule of activities. All welcome. Wednesday, June 4 - Monthly Writing Class (first Wednesday each month) Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9am - Computer Classes Learn how to use or improve your computer skills Wednesdays, 9am - Central NH Artists Thursdays, 9-11:30am - Knitting and Crochet Class Bring ideas and work to be completed. Materials will be provided. If you have available frames & hooks to loan, bring them in. Thursdays, 1pm - Quilting Class Fridays, 11am - Genealogy ![]() Moultonboro Historical Society, Lamprey House Route 25, Moultonboro (603) 476-5507 www.aannh.org/members2.php Fine arts, landscapes, "home rendering" and portraiture in watercolors and graphite. Ms. Smith also offers private art lessons. Saturday, June 7, 10am-3pm - Watercolor/Wax Workshop For a head start, have at least 5 drawings done ahead of time on watercolor paper. Bring your watercolors if you have some. Even fun for beginners. Paper supplies can be purchased from us. ![]() Old Town Hall (Campton Historical Society Building) 529 NH Route 175, Campton Hollow (603) 726-7752 or (603) 726-3804 www.camptonhistorical.org Saturday, June 7 - Music in the Spring Festival Concert featuring Susie Burke and David Surette, plus Ham and Bean Supper. The performance is presented in partnership with the Arts Alliance's "Mountain Links: NH Music Traditions" series. Monday, June 16, 7:30pm - Program: A Soldier's Mother Tells Her Story As Betsey Phelps, the mother of a Union soldier from New Hampshire who died heroically at the Battle of Gettysburg, Sharon Wood offers an informative and sensitive living history program from a mother's perspective. This program includes stories of soldiers from across the state. Co-hosted by the Waterville Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce; a NH Humanities Council program. For more information, contact David Bartholomew at 536-1077. Free monthly program meetings, except February, March and December. The building is handicap accessible and the programs are free and open to the public. ![]() Tuesday to Saturday 11am-5pm 69 Maple Street, Route 113, Center Sandwich (603) 284-7728 www.patricialaddcarega.com Work in all media by regional and national artists. Works on paper, sculpture, painting, monotypes, objects and installations are on exhibit in a barn dating back to 1825. Saturday, June 7, 5-7pm - Artists' Reception "The Itinerant Artist" is an exhibit of gallery artists who have carried their colors and brushes with them on sabbatical, on journeys or on teaching stints in faraway places. Artists include Sallie Wolf, CC White, Michael Doyle, Michael Rich, Andrew Tavarelli & Alton Stoney Conley. Public welcome. White Mountain Study Group
Monday, June 9, 6-8:30pm Starr King Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 101 Fairgrounds Road, Plymouth (603) 536-8908 www.starrkingfellowship.org At 6pm, the group discusses dowsing and other subjects, followed by the featured speaker. Meets on the second Monday of every month. June 9 - Guest Speaker Leslie Goden presenting "A Conscious Body Frees the Mind" A brief introduction to the Chakra System ![]() Opens weekends only May 10-June 1; open daily beginning June 7 Castle in the Clouds Route 171, Moultonborough (603) 476-5900 www.castleintheclouds.org Visit the 1914 Castle built on a picturesque 5500-acre estate, featuring 1000 feet of cascading waterfalls, Shannon Pond and hiking trails. Owned by the Lakes Region Conservation Trust; managed by the Castle Preservation Society. Friday, June 13, 5pm - Opening Reception and Live Auction Artist Peter Ferber's new series of Castle in the Clouds paintings. Free admission, cocktails available. Peter Ferber will occupy a gallery space at the Carriage House, exhibiting June 7-July 7. ![]() Monday-Saturday, 10am-7pm, Sunday, 12noon-5pm Surroundings Art Gallery 12 Main Street, Center Sandwich (603) 284-6888 www.surroundingsart.com The Gallery specializes in original fine art in a variety of media (oil, water color, pastels, acrylics, sculptures, etc). You will also find folk art painted on chests, barrel staves and other objects. ![]() Daily 10am-6pm 51 Main Street, Ashland (603) 968-4445 www.villageartistsandgallery.org A cooperative of 35 regional artists and artisans, featuring drawings, paintings and photographs, book arts, furniture, sculpture, ceramics and glass, wood, jewelry, fiber arts and more. ![]() Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm 4 Maple Street, Center Sandwich (603) 284-6269 www.sandwichhistorical.org The Sandwich Historical Society museums consist of the 1849 Elisha Marston House which displays antique furnishings, archives and a library, and the Quimby Barn Museum which features transportation and farm equipment. Archival Research & Library open Wednesday, 10am-4pm or by appointment. ![]() Daily, 10am-5pm Located at Kirkwood Gardens in the Holderness Inn (formerly the Nature Store) Route 3, Holderness Village (603) 968-9525 Fine arts and crafts by central NH artisans. Cooperative gallery featuring pottery, textiles, photography, paintings, drawings, prints, glass, woodworking, jewelry, wrought iron and more. ![]() Monday-Saturday, 12noon-5pm 17 High Street, Plymouth (603) 535-2614 www.plymouth.edu/gallery/ A vibrant center of art, visual culture and new media. Exhibitions range from traditional shows to contemporary trends. ![]() Monday & Wednesday 10am-6pm; Friday 10am-5pm; Saturday 10am-1pm Routes 113 and 3, Holderness (603) 968-7066 For more information, contact holdernesslibrary@roadrunner.com Saturdays, 11am-12noon - Knit & Stitch A relaxed program to visit and work on individual projects such as knitting, needlepoint, crochet, rug hooking, etc. All are welcome. Gallery at Red Gate Farm
Tuesday-Saturday, 11-5pm 188 Highland Street, Plymouth (603) 536-4404 www.galleryatredgatefarm.com This gallery offers a unique collection of art and fine crafts from local, regional and nationally recognized artists and crafters. Also, a complete selection of quilts. |
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