ArtsNorth Calendar
Late Summer - Issue 79
August 20-September 9, 2009
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We welcome our new Assistant Director: We're very pleased to announce the appointment of Eileen Alexander of Whitefield as our new Assistant Director. Eileen will start her work with us September 1, and will assume responsibility for communications and development of our volunteer network. Eileen was most recently the editor of the Coös County Democrat, based in Lancaster, and the Berlin Reporter. Prior to that she was a reporter for the Democrat from 1990 to 2001. She has lived in Whitefield since 1978, and serves as a Trustee of the Whitefield Public Library. She is also a mosaic artist, actor and freelance writer with a long commitment to the arts in northern New Hampshire. "I am thrilled to assume this new position," she says, "and to have the opportunity to advance the cause of arts and culture in the region. I look forward to working with all of the people and organizations who dedicate so much time and energy to make this possible."

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We hope you're enjoying this beautiful end-of-summer season! We're pleased to present our ArtsNorth e-bulletin for you and your guests, arranged by sub-regions from north to south and by date. Please be sure to confirm details and hours prior to attending events or visiting sites. Use our "jump to" function (in the column to the left under the In This Issue section), which allows you to go directly to your geographic areas of interest. You can view our complete ArtsNorth calendar for additional details, and find events beyond the dates in this bulletin in our Plan-Ahead Arts Calendar. Links to both calendars are available in the Quick Links section. Please note that Arts Alliance member organizations are indicated with our member icon. We appreciate our members, and encourage you to attend their events -- and invite you, too, to join us as an individual, artist, family, business, school or institutional member (see http://aannh.org/membership.php for membership information). You can purchase or renew your membership online.

If your organization is presenting a cultural event, email details to us as early as possible at events@aannh.org and we'll include it in our online calendar and our email bulletins. You can simply add events@aannh.org to your press list. Please take the time to review your listing, both in the bulletin and the online calendar, and forward corrections to events@aannh.org.

The submission deadline for the next bulletin,
covering September 10-30, is September 1.
Join Us for a Senior Arts & Health Planning Meeting Wednesday, August 18: All those interested in working with our Arts & Health for Seniors partnership program are invited to a planning meeting Wednesday, August 18, at 10am at the Rocks Estate Program Center, Route 302, Bethlehem. We will coordinate artist residencies in music (Irish harp and African drum), weaving, storytelling/writing and movement with partners at nursing homes, senior and assisted-living centers, adult day-care and Alzheimer's programs, hospice agencies and other care and service providers. Programs will include performances, workshops, and staff and volunteer trainings. Interested local artists are also welcome to participate. If you would like to learn more about these programs but cannot attend Wednesday's meeting, call us at 323-7302 or email us at info@aannh.org. The program is made possible in part by a grant from the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts.

The Art of Conservation: Paintings of the New White Mountain School of Art: The public is invited to an exhibit and sale to benefit the Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust (ACT), from September 4 to 27 at the Sunset Hill House, Sugar Hill, NH. The Art of Conservation is an exhibit and sale of original oil paintings of ACT's conserved lands in the North Country. The event is a partnership between the Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust and the Banks Gallery, in collaboration with the Arts Alliance. A Preview Reception and Benefit Dinner will be held Thursday, September 3, at 5:30pm (reservations required - call 800-768-4455), and an opening reception is scheduled for Friday, September 4, from 5:30-7pm. Artist demonstrations will be held the afternoons of Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5. More details will be posted on our website next week.

Don't miss all the world-class programs our members present throughout the summer, from theater to chamber music and visual arts. Be sure to pick up a copy of Arts, Culture & Heritage in the White Mountains, our brochure highlighting more than 30 Arts Alliance member organizations, large and small, and the performances and events they're presenting. Let us know if you need multiple copies for guests. Our thanks to Northway Bank, whose support has made this year's brochure possible.
Connecticut River Artisans Group Exhibits & Programs
Various locations
(603) 237-8119 or (603) 237-8882 or (802) 266-3687
www.connecticutriverartisans.org
The Connecticut River Artisans Group (CRAG) is a grass-roots group of oil, watercolor and acrylic artists from Pittsburg, Colebrook, West Stewartstown, northern VT and Coaticook, PQ. Its mission is to promote the visual arts and provide support to new and established artists.
CRAG member Deborah Sargent is the August artist of the month at the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital (UCVH). The Artist of the Month program is a collaborative effort between the UCVH and CRAG.
Wednesday, August 19, 4pm - CRAG will be meeting at the library in Canaan. Items to be discussed include the budget, workshops and an art class for members scheduled on October 3.

Fiddleheads - A Great North Woods Shoppe
Tuesday-Thursday & Saturday, 10am-5pm and Friday, 10am-6pm
Additionally: July 6-September 28, Mondays, 10am-3pm
110 Main Street, Colebrook (603) 237-9302
www.fiddleheadsusa.com
Promoting the talents of local, regional and national artisans in all mediums.
Through November 8 - Artisan Spotlight
Twice-monthly events showcasing many talented local artists and craftspeople and offering the opportunity to meet them and watch them at their craft. All artisans will have expanded inventories for sale and will be on hand to answer questions regarding their work.
Friday, August 28, 2-7pm - Monty Montplaisir
Monty will be demonstrating his decoy carving techniques.

18th Annual North Country Moose Festival
Friday, August 28 - Main Street, Colebrook
Saturday, August 29 - Canaan Recreation Park, Canaan, VT and Pittsburg High School, Pittsburg
Sunday, August 30 - Washburn Family Forest, Clarksville and Our Lady of Grace Shrine, Columbia (800) 698-9039
www.moosefestival.com
A three-day North Country festival, with something for everyone! Street Fair with live music by Rock On (classic rock), crafts, vendors, food & entertainment, Art Show, Quilt Show, Historical Society Open House, Cruise Night & Auto Show, Photo Contest, BoBo the Clown, Berlin Jazz Band, guided moose tours, Washburn Family Forest Opening, Dedication, field trip & fly fishing demonstration (Society for the Protection of NH Forests), Blue Grass concert, helicopter rides, Castle bounce house & slide, guided hikes to Table Rock (Dixville Notch) and the Lake Francis Trail (Pittsburg) and so much more. See website for full, detailed listings.

Pittsburg Historical Society Museum
Saturdays, through August 29, 1-3pm
In old Town Hall, across from the Police Station
Main Street, Pittsburg (603) 538-6342
Pittsburg was once an independent entity known as the Indian Stream Republic. In 1832 the United States and Canada could not agree on which country owned the land, so the settlers of the region established their own nation. Visit us during the Moose Festival!

Colebrook Public Library Book Discussion
126 Main Street, Colebrook (603) 237-4808
www.colebrook-nh.com
Wednesdays, starting September 9, 10am - Story Hour
Thursday, September 10, 6:30pm - Book Discussion Group
The discussion, held the second Thursday of each month, is free and open to all. Books are available at the library.

Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum
Through September 30, Monday-Friday 11am-1pm, Saturday & Sunday 11am-3pm
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, documenting one family's life from the 1830s to the 1980s. The house, barns and outbuildings are all in original condition and reflect their use and era.

Errol Heritage Commission Historical Display
Monday, 9-11am; Tuesday, 5-7:30pm; Thursday 8:30-11am
Errol Town Hall
33 Main Street, Errol (603) 482-3884 (Debra Freedman)
www.aannh.org/heritage/coos/umbagog.php
Come visit this new display of old photos at Town Hall - a peek into the rich historic past of the area.
The original jailhouse for the Town of Errol, at 125 Main Street, is currently under renovation and will be open to the public for future historic displays.

NH Heritage Arts Traveling Exhibit
July through September
Great North Woods Interpretive Center
Route 3, 2 miles north of Colebrook
Visit "Discovering Heritage Arts in New Hampshire" to learn about dog sledding, blacksmithing, contra dancing and more. The exhibit is drawn from educational activities on the New Hampshire Folklife Website (www.nh.gov/folklife), developed by the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts' Traditional Arts Program. For more information, contact Lynn Martin Graton at lynn.j.graton@dcr.nh.gov or (603) 271-8418.

Alice M Ward Memorial Library & Canaan Historical Society: Ethan Allen Exhibit
Monday-Wednesday, 12noon-5pm; Thursday, 12noon-6pm; Friday, 10am-4pm; Saturday, 9am-12noon
Alice M Ward Memorial Library
27 Park Street, Canaan, VT (802) 266-7135
The Canaan Historical Society's museum, located on the second floor of the Library, is open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays during Library hours. Tours of the museum are available, as is assistance for individuals interested in doing genealogical research.
A Special Summer 2009 exhibit explores the Ethan Allen furniture factory in Beecher Falls, VT. The history of Ethan Allen at its birthplace unfolds in old photographs, historical accounts, newspaper and magazine clippings, as well as artifacts and original pieces from the factory, including miniature pieces of bedroom, office and dining room furniture from the 45 line that were made especially for the 1965 World's Fair.

Colebrook Area Historical Society
By appointment
2nd floor at the Colebrook Town Hall
17 Bridge Street, Colebrook 603) 237-4470
www.northcountrychamber.org
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.
Weathervane Theatre & Patchwork Players
Through September 5, almost every night, 8pm
Route 3, Whitefield (603) 838-6072
www.weathervanetheatre.org       www.weathervanetheatre.org/b_pwi_a_patchwork.php
Professional mainstage shows in an alternating/rotating calendar that offers a different show almost every night. The 2009 season presents: Bubble & Squeak, Hairspray, Doubt - a parable, The Producers, Curtains, Blithe Spirit, Sweeney Todd and Ain't Misbehavin'. "Sweeney Todd" opens August 24. "Best of Show" special closing performances 2 and 8pm Saturday, September 5.
Fridays, 1pm - Weathervane Children's Theatre Patchwork Players Program
Patchwork Players present a summer of classic tales with a Weathervane twist, designed for our youngest (and young at heart) North Country audiences.
August 21 - Happily Ever After
August 28 - Wizard of Magic Island
September 4, 4pm - Showcase 2009

Old Mill Studio & Artisans Classroom
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm (also "by chance")
On the Common
36 King Square, Whitefield (603) 837-8778
www.oldmillstudio.com
Featuring original art & contemporary crafts of northern NH & VT artists, and classes to capture the creative spirit. Check the website for a complete listing of classes & workshops. Preregistration required - at least a week ahead is preferred. Now open: Stitch at the Old Mill Studio, social club & fabric supply center
Create it Today! - Tell the Mill what your group would like to do and perhaps a custom class can be designed. Check website for a list of suggestions.
For Teens and Adults:
Wednesdays, August 19 & 26 and/or September 9, 12:30-2:30pm - Back to Basics
An exploration into some intermediate quilting techniques.
August - Lover's Knots curved piecing
September - A la Point on-point setting
Wednesdays, August 19 & September 2, 3:30-5:30pm - Open Basket Networking Group
Bring your current project, share ideas, receive/give encouragement. Donation to cover tea, etc. First and third Wednesday of each month.
Saturdays, August 22 & 29, 10am-12noon - First Quilt: Beginning Quilting by Machine
The course is designed to take a beginner from the very basics (fabric selection, use of tools, tips and technique) to a complete small quilt.
Saturday, August 22, 1-4pm - Pillow Talk
Pillows are a great way to learn new techniques and finish in one afternoon. View the two current samples at Stitch.
Thursdays, August 27 & September 10, 6-8pm - Inspiration Thursday Networking Craft Group
Bring your current project, share ideas, receive/give encouragement. Second & fourth Thursday of each month.
September 4, 5-7pm - First Friday Artist Reception
Receptions featuring individual artist or artist groups. Light refreshments & usually live music. First Friday of each month.
Sunday, September 6, 2-4pm - Red Hat Society
Tea, games & camaraderie. First Sunday each month.
Instruction available by appointment - Beginner Basket
Open Pottery Studio - Once familiar with classroom routines, you're welcome to use the equipment.
For Kids:
Friday, August 21, 10-11:30am - Kids Clay
Pinch, coil, slab-play with earth clay.
Friday, August 21, 10-11:30am - Art Play Group
Story, songs, art exploration, socialization for 3-5 year-olds and a parent.
Friday, August 21, 6-8pm - Learn to Sew
"Pajama Party" for 10 years through teens. Explore basic sewing skills for the young seamstress (or tailor) as you put together a pillow case, a ditty bag and pajama sleep shorts.
Mondays, 10-11:30am - Create It Today! series, a chance to learn and use the techniques for these creative crafts for kids

Weeks Memorial Library Programs & Events
Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 1-4:30pm & 7-9pm; Tuesday & Thursday, 9am-4:30pm; Saturday, 10am-12noon
128 Main Street, Lancaster (603) 788-3352
http://lancasternh.org/
Wednesday, August 19, 12noon - Brown Bag Book Discussion Group
Discuss a book and make new friends. Third Wednesday of each month.
Tuesdays, 10am-noon - Lancaster Rose Quilters
Tuesdays, 10am - Wonderplay
Stimulate your child's senses through song, stories, fingerplays. For ages birth through 3 years.
Wednesdays, 3-4pm - LEGO Club - No age limit or restriction, just bring your imagination
Thursdays, 10am - Story Hour and activities for ages 3-5 years

John Wingate Weeks Historic Site Summer Programs
Thursdays, 7pm, through August 27
Great Room at the Summit Lodge, Weeks State Park
Route 3, Lancaster (603) 788-4004
www.nhstateparks.org/uploads/WeeksSummerProgra ms09.pdf
Come early and bring a picnic supper, or climb the Fire Tower for one of the best views north of the notches. Most programs are free and the public is invited.
August 20 - New England Weather with Mark Breen
August 27 - I Own These Mountains: Through the Lens of Ralph Larrabee
Presented by Marla Taylor, plus brief Annual Meeting at 6pm

Free Family Movies at Rialto Theatre
Fridays, Call for show times
TBA Theatres - Rialto Theatre
80 Main Street (Route 2), Lancaster (603) 788-4499
www.tbatheatres.com
Summer films for the whole family at no cost.
August 21 - Horton Hears A Who
August 28 - Madagascar II

North Country Poetry Workshop
Tuesdays, August 25 & September 8, 6pm
For more information, contact skylake5@myfairpoint.net
Poets gather and share their writing, critique each poem and provide tips on publishing and resources. The workshop meets twice a month, on the second and fourth Tuesday. For more information and locations, email or call Valerie Herres at (603) 788-3734.

Twin Mountain Summer Music Series
Saturdays, August 29 & September 5, 7-8:30pm
Twin Mountain Bandstand
School Street (intersection Routes 3 & 302), Carroll (603) 846-5522 or (800) 682-7222
www.twinmountain.org
The Twin Mountain Summer Music Series features free family entertainment by local and regional bands. Rain venue is Twin Mountain Town Hall, School Street. Bring blankets and chairs; food and drinks available.
August 29 - NOTEable Decades
September 5 - Bill & Denise & Friends

Scottish Country Dancing in Lancaster
Fridays, September-June (beginning September 4), 7:30pm
Town Hall
695 Main Street, Lancaster (802) 751-7671
www.rscdsboston.org/classes-listing.html
Join the Scottish country dance! There is no lower or upper age limit on Scottish dancing. No partner required, dances are taught. Dances vary in pace from elegant slow to aerobic flings. Please bring water and soft soled shoes. A few dancers go barefoot but most prefer soft-soled shoes with some insole for support. Wheelchair accessible. Call Bill Tobin for more information.

Happenings at The Mount Washington
Listed events are open to the public. Call for details.
The Mount Washington Resort
Route 302, Bretton Woods (603) 278-8940 or (800) 314-1752
www.mtwashington.com/activities/event
Saturday, September 5 - An Enchanted Ball
A black and white ball in the Grand Ballroom where women glow with gowns of grandeur and the gentlemen shine in coats of sophistication. Children enjoy the gaiety of dressing up and dancing with their parents.
Daily, 10-11am & 3-4pm - Historic Hotel Tour - Meet at the Grandfather Clock
Most nights, 9pm-12midnight - The Cave Evening Entertainment
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 maps and images.

Register Now for 2009 Arts in Education Conference
October 30-November 1
The Highland Center
Route 302, Crawford Notch
www.aannh.org
"Maps & Journeys: Perspectives on Arts Education in NH," the annual statewide partnership conference designed for educators, artists and everyone interested in making the arts basic to the education of all New Hampshire students, is presented by the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts, with the Arts Alliance and the NH Department of Education as coordinating partners. The conference features national arts education leaders and a variety of hands-on workshops and interdisciplinary arts experiences. For registration information, visit our website or call or email us.

Jefferson Historical Society Museum
Thursday & Sunday, June 28-Columbus Day, 1-4pm
900 Presidential Highway/Route 2, Jefferson (603) 586-7021
www.aannh.org/heritage/coos/jefferson.php
Collection is housed in an 1868 church on the edge of the Waumbek Golf Course. Permanent exhibits include early life in Jefferson, the life of Thaddeus Lowe, the Cherry Mountain Slide, and the Waumbek Hotel photographs and memorabilia.

Whitefield Historical Society Museum
Thursdays, through September, 2-4pm (also by appointment)
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.

Lancaster Historical Society
By appointment
Holton-Wilder House
226 Main Street (southerly intersection of Routes 2 and 3), Lancaster (603) 788-3004
The facility consists of the 1780 Holton-Wilder House and a new post and beam barn. The historical society meets on the 2nd Wednesday each month at the museum.

Farmers & Crafters Market in Whitefield
Fridays, 4-7pm (except when it rains)
On the Common, Whitefield (603) 788-4514 or (603) 837-8778
All crafters and farmers are more than welcome. Call for more information and/or space.

Lancaster Farmers' Market
Saturdays, through October 10, 9am-12noon
Centennial Park
Main Street, Lancaster (603) 788-3391
www.whitefieldnh.org
Jewelry, wool, herbalist, soap, quilter, artists, fresh local produce, baked goods, cut flowers, plants, photography, embroidered pillows, woodwork, baskets and more. Rain or shine.
Berlin Concerts at the Bowling Center
Wednesdays, through August 26, 6-8pm
Bowling Center parking lot, 283 Main Street, Berlin (603) 752-5250
www.berlinnh.gov
August 19 - Bill Adams & Denise Doucette
August 26 - Duke
Concerts are free of charge.

Gorham Historical Society & Railroad Museum
Open through Columbus Day, call or email several days in advance to check on schedule
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.
Thursday, August 20, 6:30pm - Membership Meeting
The Society generally meets on the third Thursday of every month in the Vestry of the Gorham Congregational Church unless otherwise noted. Members and visitors alike are encouraged to attend; handicap accessible. If you would like more information, or need directions or a ride, call (603) 466-9491 or Cathy Dick at 466-2196 or email catdick@verizon.net.

Chapel Arts New England
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May-October, 12noon-6pm (and by appointment)
13 Glen Road (east side of the Gorham Town Common), Gorham (603) 723-1849
www.chapelartsnewengland.com
International and local artists on display in the Gallery, with many works for sale.
Friday, August 21, 8pm - Sound Series Concert: Lucky 13
Lucky 13 unites the talents of Cathy Kreger, Marci Geller & Susan DeVita. With eclectic styles and unique voices, together their tight harmonies and engaging life stories are garnering them fans across the country. The evening starts with open mic at 7:30pm; call ahead to perform.
Monday, August 24, 7:30pm - Sound Series Concert and Art Show
John Mock, composer, multi-instrumentalist, photographer presents From the Shoreline.
Saturday, September 5, 4pm - Big Moose Mini-Bach Festival: Keyboard Concert
Christa Rakich performs works by Johann Sebastian Bach on organ, clavichord and harpsichord
Saturday, September 5, 7:30pm - Big Moose Mini-Bach Festival: Chamber Music Concert
Christa Rakich and Susan Ferre, organs and harpsichords, with Charles Lang, viola da gamba and violoncello, and William Rees, Baroque flute, perform works by J.S. Bach on period instruments.

St. Kieran Center for the Arts Programs
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. There is no admission fee for exhibits, but donations are appreciated.
Monday-Friday, through September 25 - The Robert Hughes Retrospective Exhibition
St. Kieran is hosting a large-scale, retrospective art exhibition honoring and celebrating the life and works of sculptor, woodcut artist and master teacher Robert Hughes. The exhibition is a tribute to the life's work of one of the North Country's most beloved and respected artists.
August 21 - St. Kieran's Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament at the Androscoggin Valley Country Club. For more details, call Jaimie at 752-2044.

Great Northern Moose Native American Intertribal POW-WOW
Saturday & Sunday, August 22 & 23, 10am-6pm
Great Northern Moose Lodge & Campground
1442 NH Route 16 (White Mountain Road), Dummer (603) 449-2300
www.greatnorthernmoose.com
Native American drumming, singing, storytelling (Bearded Turtle), flute playing (Robert Kunnaway), vendors and more, in honor of White Shadow Bear. Dancing will include Traditional, Jingle, Grass & Fancy. Grand Entry at 12noon each day. Once again this year - Host Drum White Mountain Thunder; Sacred Spirit will co-host. Proceeds to benefit the Drums, Fire Keeper, Flute player and Story Teller; day dancers will be admitted free. Campers arrive Friday & Saturday. No camping hookups. All are welcome.

Appalachian Mountain Club Happenings
8pm (unless otherwise noted)
Appalachian Mountain Club Visitor Center
Route 16, Pinkham Notch (603) 466-2727 or (603) 466-2721 x 119
www.outdoors.org/about/calendar/
Saturday, August 22 - Stone Walls, Kettle Holes and Mountain Cirques: The Glacial Connection
Come explore the physical link between New Hampshire's high peaks, the stone walls of the New England plateau, and the sandy archipelago of Cape Cod and the Islands. Join author Robert M Thorson, Professor of Geology at the University of Connecticut, for a slide-illustrated lecture about three signature landforms of New England. Following the talk he will answer questions and inscribe copies of his books, which will also be available for purchase.
All programs are free & open to the public. Call for reservations for dinner before evening programs. Schedule is subject to change.

Music In the Great North Woods Chamber Recital
Sunday, August 23, 4pm
St. Barnabas Episcopal Church
High & Main Streets, Berlin (603) 466-2865 or (603) 326-3242
www.susanferre.org
Works by J. S. Bach, Telemann and Walther on period instruments of the Baroque. Christa Rakich and Susan Ferre, harpsichords and organ, perform Double Concerto in C for two harpsichords; William Rees and Charles Lang present Sonatas for flute and viola da gamba. Admission is by donation, a benefit concert for this newly formed nonprofit group bringing classical concerts to the North Country.
Also presenting "Big Moose Mini-Bach Festival" September 5 & 6; see Chapel Arts New England listing, above, and Festival Finale in Randolph listing below.

White Mountain Cafe Exhibits & Events
White Mountain Cafe
212 Main Street, Gorham (603) 466-2511
www.whitemountaincafe.com
North Country home to photographer Jerry Monkman, focusing on photography of Mount Washington and the Presidential Range. http://blog.jerryandmarcymonkman.com/
Saturdays, August 30 & September 5, 7pm - Java and Jazz with Calico Slim
First and last Saturday of each month

Big Moose Mini-Bach Festival Finale in Randolph
Sunday, September 6, 7:30pm & 9:30pm
Randolph Church
Route 2, Randolph, (603) 466-2865
www.iconcertartists.com
Christa Rakich, on the French double harpsichord, performs Bach's Goldberg Variations. Following the closing recital, a unique Compline service will be offered by area residents. Popular around the country, the historic service is completely sung and chanted in candlelight, closing the day in a quiet celebration. This closing event is free. Tickets to the Big Moose Mini-Bach Festival can be purchased at the door. The festival is sponsored by Music In the Great North Woods (see above).

Berlin Quilters Guild Meetings & Sew Days
Monday, September 7, 7pm
Community Room of the St. Kieran Center for the Arts
155 Emery Street, Berlin (603) 752-1607
www.materialgirlsquilts.homestead.com
The Berlin Quilters Guild (Material Girls) meets at 7pm on the first Monday of each month at St. Kieran. A Sew Day is held on the Saturday following the Monday meeting, at 9am. All are welcome to join or visit the guild at these meetings.

Kid's Jamboree Summer Program in Berlin
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Berlin Recreation Department
672 First Avenue, Berlin (603) 752-2010
www.berlinnh.gov/Pages/BerlinNH_Recreation/index
Enroll your your 6 to 13-year old in one or more weeks of Kids Jamboree and there will be plenty for them to do this summer. Youngsters will be involved in games, sports, crafts, special events, bowling, library visits and more. Weekly discounts for extra family members. Call for more details.

Randolph Public Library Programs & Randolph Colloquy Events
Library open Saturdays & Mondays, 10am-12noon; Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3-8pm
Town Hall building
Durand Road, Randolph (603) 466-5408
www.randolph.nh.gov/Local Interest.htm
Tuesdays, 5pm - Yoga Classes (call Michelle Cormier at 466-5841)
Tuesdays, 6:30pm - Bridge (call Jean Mallick at 466-2547)
Wednesdays, 10-11am - Storytelling

Northern Forest Heritage Park
Call for hours
961 Main Street, Route 16, Berlin (603) 752-7202
www.northernforestheritage.org
Featuring a three-acre site with waterfront access and walkways, an outdoor amphitheater, a full-size circa-1900 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, open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm, offers original arts, crafts and gifts.
Narrated River Boat Tours are offered Tuesdays through Saturdays at 2pm at the boat dock, rain or shine. Advanced reservations recommended.

Berlin & Coos County Historical Society Museum
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.
Available for sale: "A Postcard History of Berlin."

Berlin Public Library Programs & Events
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 10am-6pm; Wednesdays, 12noon-7pm
270 Main Street, Berlin (603) 752-5210
www.berlinpubliclibrary.blogspot.com
Thursdays, 10-11am - Preschool Story Hour
Join Kathy Godin in the Children's Department for stories, snacks, crafts and fun.

Salvation Army Arts Programs
New Hampshire Corps Community Center
15 Cole Street, Berlin (603) 752-1644
Call or email Debora.Coolidge@use.salvationarmy.org for schedule & details.
Musical arts, including drama, singing company, sacred dance and timbrels for all ages.

Mt. Washington Valley Theatre Company Summer Season
Performing at the Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse
Main Street, North Conway (603) 356-5776
www.mwvtheatre.org
North Conway's professional summer musical theater presents five lively Broadway musicals. Parking at Mt. Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center.
Tuesday-Sunday through August 30 - Hello, Dolly!
Musical comedy based on the play The Matchmaker by Thornton Wilder. Rated G
Sunday, August 23 - Believe in Books Fundraiser
Purchase a full-price ticket to the Hello Dolly performance and a portion of each ticket will be donated to help support Believe in Books' "Books from Birth" program at Memorial Hospital. Present coupon at the time of purchase; print from www.believeinbooks.org/HelloDolly.html.
August 24, September 3, 4, 5 & 6 - Forever Plaid
Remember the '50s & '60s? We do! Rated G

The Barnstormers Theatre 2009 Season
Showtimes: Tuesday-Saturday, 8pm & Saturday matinee, 2pm
100 Main Street, Tamworth Village (603) 323-8500 or 323-8561
www.barnstormerstheatre.org
August 18-22 - I Love You Because
This modern-day musical love story is a retelling of Pride and Prejudice with the genders reversed. Battling their own confusion, personality differences, and bad advice from friends, two couples sing and argue their way to true love.
August 25-29 - On Golden Pond
The season ends with Norman and Ethel Thayer returning to the family cabin on Golden Pond, where they confront family issues, changing times, and their own mortality.
Friday Night is Family Night, with ticket specials.

Jackson Art Exploration Art Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults
Monday, Wednesday & Friday, August 17, 19 & 21, 10am-3pm
Jackson Art Exploration Design Studio
Ridge Road (across from David Baker's Art Gallery on Route 16), Jackson (603) 383-4973
For more information, contact jdesign@ncia.net.
Art Camp for Kids!
We will work on numerous projects in each session and expose students (ages 6-11) to a variety of materials and techniques. Projects may include paper maché puppets, watercolor monotype prints, collage with mixed media, Japanese sumi-é painting, leaf print cards, textured clay disks, and nature drawing. On the last day of camp we will put on a puppet show with our creations. Instructors: Melanie Levitt & Karen Eisenberg

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.
Monday-Friday, August 17-21, 9am-3pm - Children's Stage Adventures Theater Camp
Followed by a performance on Friday & Saturday. Ages 6-13.

Arts & Cultural Events at Salyards
Salyards Center for the Arts
Main Street, Conway (603) 447-6096
www.mwvevents.com/SalyardsCenterEvents.html
Wednesday-Sunday, August 19-23, 10am-5pm - Kaleidoscope of the Arts: Explore Arts in the Valley
Wednesday, August 19, 6-8pm - Preview Show
Presented by the Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association in partnership with the Salyards Center for the Arts, the juried show will feature MWVAA artists' and artisans' work in two and three dimensional fine art and fine crafts in an exhibit, demonstrations and sale. Admission is free, with daily demonstrations by area artisans in the Salyards front yard. Everyone, including kids, welcome.
Thursday, August 27, 7:30pm - White Mountain Dance Ensemble & Friends!
An evening medley of all-new choreography with Ensemble directors and choreographers Lori Richardson, Samantha Hounsell, Gretchen Brown and Danielle Bento, joined by guest dancers Cristin Fagone, Dale O'Reilly, Jamie Robinson, Emily Anderson, Aindrea Dunleavy and Juliette Lauzier. To purchase tickets go to North Conway Music Shop or call (603) 986-7188. For more information email WMDE at whitemountaindanceensemble@gmail.com or contact them at their Facebook or MySpace pages.
Salyards Center is a handicap accessible building, with some parking available behind the building.

Mt Washington Valley Arts Association
Norcross Place, downtown North Conway, next to the RSN studio
(207) 935-4079 or (603) 356-0764 or (603) 356-2787
www.mwvarts.org
Displaying through August 22 at the Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center in North Conway village - Visions of the Rockpile
A juried exhibit of recent art work, with Mount Washington as the subject. Two-dimensional framed original paintings, photography, mixed media and original prints, such as etchings, will be displayed for public viewing and sale during the Observatory's Summer Lecture Series.
As Artist of the Month for August, June McLeavey exhibits work across a wide range of media including monotypes, monoprints, watercolor, oils, drawing and collage. McLeavey's Multiple Paths show is on display through August 28.
Wednesday-Sunday, August 19-23, 10am-5pm - Kaleidoscope of the Arts
Presented at the Salyards Center for the Arts (see above), this juried multi-day show runs from August 20-23, and features members' work in two- and three-dimensional fine art and fine crafts. Each day two different artisans will demonstrate their work, including wood turning, rug hooking, stained glass and more.
Monday, August 24, 6-8pm - Life Drawing Sessions
If you've never been to a life drawing class, there will be a short demonstration at the start of each session. All are welcome. Second and fourth Mondays of the month.
Friday, September 4, 5:30-7:30pm - Artist of the Month Reception
The Artist of the Month program showcases member artists, artisans and craftspeople. Open to the public. First Friday of each month in the MWVAA office.
Fridays, 9am-12noon - Friday Painters
Join the plein air Friday Painters every Friday until mid-October. Each week, meet at a different location. Painters of all abilities and mediums welcome. Session ends with a short critique. In the event of rain, Friday Painters come indoors to the MWV Visual Arts Center.

Conway Public Library Events & Programs
Monday-Thursday 10am-8:30pm, Friday & Saturday 10am-5:30pm
Main Street, Conway (603) 447-5552
www.conway.lib.nh.us/index.htm
Wednesdays, 4pm - Summer Fun Program: Wacky Wednesday!
Free and open to ages 4 and older.
August 19 - Grand Finale: The Magic of the Steelgraves
Tuesday-Thursday, through August 20 then starting again September 8, 10:30am - Story Times
Tuesdays - 2 year-olds, Wednesdays - Toddlers & babies less than 2 years old, Thursdays - 3 & 4 year-olds. Lots of singing, crafts and a few simple books. Guests and older siblings are always welcome at story times. No registration necessary.
Thursday, August 20, 3:30-5:30pm - The Library invites young adults going into grade 6 and older to Movie Day. This month's feature is Hairspray. Refreshments will be served. Bring your friends.
Monday, August 25, 6:30pm - Mountain Storytellers Guild
Swap tales, either works in progress or finished stories. Open to all comers, including those looking for performers, as well as those who enjoy performing. Coffee and cold beverage provided; please bring a goodie to share. The public is welcome; free and open to all. Meets fourth Monday of each month (call to confirm date).
Thursday, August 27, 3:30-4:30pm - Young Adult Book Club meets to discuss Peeled by Joan Bauer. Refreshments served and all young people going into 6th grade or older are invited.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center
Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
Bald Hill Road, Albany (603) 447-6991
www.tinmtn.org
Wednesdays, through August 26, 6-7:30pm - Night Nature Walks and Trails
August 19 - Flowers and Ferns
August 26 - Trees and Shrubs
Saturday, August 22, 7am-4pm - Exploring & Canoeing Pondicherry
Naturalist David Govatski will lead this canoe trip on the natural history of the Pondicherry National Wildlife Refuge in Jefferson and Whitefield, NH. Meet at Langdon's Mercantile parking lot. Call for reservations.
Sunday, August 23, 1-4pm - NH Lakes Seminar: Protecting Your Lake
This workshop is designed especially for lakefront residents, but is open to anyone interested in the health of NH lakes. Speakers include Jared Teutsch, President of the NH Lakes Association, and Darlene Forst and Amy Smagula from the NH Department of Environmental Services.
Saturday, August 29, 9:30am-1:30pm - Exploring the Allen Mill Site near Champney Falls
Local naturalist/history buff Fred Lavigne leads a trip to visit the old Allen Mill site. Although numerous artifacts remain from the operation, little is known about the mill that was only recently rediscovered by Fred. Participants will be invited to help unlock the many clues left behind. Bring lunch and wear sturdy shoes. Meet at Champney Falls Trail Head.
Wednesdays, 10-11:30am - Nature Nuts
Children and their parents/grandparents 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

Freedom Public Library Events & Programs
Tuesday & Thursday, 2-7pm; Wednesday & Saturday, 10am-1pm; Friday, 12noon-5pm
Freedom (603) 539-5176
www.freedompubliclibrary.org
Wednesday, August 19, 4-5:30pm - Bobby Sue's Make-Your-Own Sundae Party
The summer reading programs end with a party for participants of all ages. Raffle tickets will be drawn and the library store will be open for business for readers going into 6th grade and younger.
Saturdays, 10-11am - Preschool Storytime
Stories, a craft, fingerplays, games, rhythm instrument play and songs. Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited.
Family passes available to Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, The Portland Museum of Art in Portland, The Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm. Call to reserve.

White Birch Books Events
White Birch Bookstore
2568 South Main Street, North Conway (603) 356-3200
www.whitebirchbooks.com
Thursday, August 20, 7pm - Author Visit: Michael Rosen
Michael's new book, What Else But Home, Seven Boys and an American Journey Between the Projects and the Penthouse, is a memoir of "the Rosen Family Extended" over the last ten years. The event is free and open to the general public.
Thursday, August 27, 7pm - Book Group
Meets fourth Thursday of every month.

Madison Historical Society and Museum
By appointment
Madison Corner (intersection of Route 113 & East Madison Rd)
Madison (603) 367-9289 or (603) 367-8684
http://madisonhistorical.us/
Visit the complete restoration of the Town Pound, used by the town to corral wayfaring livestock; located at the top of Pound Road at Maple Street. The Society is selling copies of the book Visions from a White Mountain Pallette, The Life and Times of Charles A. Hunt by Madison author Roy Bubb to benefit the Building Restoration Fund.
Thursday, August 20, 7pm - The Victorians: A Morbid Taste for Mourning
Presented by Evelyn Auger and Linda Salatiello
Meetings are held on the third Thursday of May, June, July, August and September.

M&D Productions presents Kimberly Akimbo
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, August 20-22 and 27-29, 7:30pm
Your Theatre
1857 White Mountain Highway, North Conway (603) 662-7591
www.yourtheatre.com
Comedy Central meets Twilight Zone in a touching but twisted show about dysfunctional relationships and lovable misfits. Call for advance tickets.

Stone Mountain Arts Center Presents...
Doors open for dining at 6pm; show starts at 8pm
Stone Mountain Arts Center
Brownfield, ME (866) 227-6523
www.stonemountainartscenter.com
Thursday, August 20 - The Dan Tyminski Band
With his masterful guitar playing and signature tenor voice, Tyminski is a big part of the Alison Krauss and Union Station sound.
Friday, August 21 - Suzy Bogguss
Suzy is known for her big country hits; a great singer in many styles, and a great picker.
Saturday, August 22 - Eileen Ivers
Eileen is an explosion from Ireland who along with her virtuosic band mixes deep Celtic roots with a collage of global influences.
Thursday, August 27 - Marcia Ball
Singer/pianist brings her infectious, intelligent and deeply emotional brand of southern boogie, rollicking roadhouse blues and heartfelt ballads fusing New Orleans and Gulf Coast R&B.
Friday, August 28 - Paula Cole
Paula is known for her hit, "Where Have All the Cowboys Gone," but there is much more to her than a pop radio hit. One of the best singers of our generation.
Saturday, August 29 - Slaid Cleaves
Cleaves started his career with the Moxie men right here in Maine. His songwriting is now deeply rooted in the Austin songwriting scene.
Saturday, September 5 - Stone Mountain LIVE featuring Special Guest Ruthie Foster
Carol Noonan and the Stone Mountain Boys house band, fronted by guitarists Duke Levine & Kevin Barry, host a star-studded concert featuring many special musical guests, and a variety of music.

Live Music at the Shovel Handle
Friday-Sunday, through mid-October, 5:30pm
Shovel Handle Pub at Whitney's Inn
Black Mountain Road, Jackson (603) 383-8916
www.shovelhandlepub.com/live-music-nh.htm
Featuring acoustic music with Jon Sarty on Sunday nights from 5:30-8:30pm.
August 21 - Anni Clark
August 22 - Tom Dean
August 28 - Tom Yoder
August 29 - Tim Gurshin
September 4 - Joel Cage
September 5 - Cormac McCarthy
September 6 - Party with Sarty starting at 3pm & Eric Erskine in the Pub at 6pm

Dana Clemons White Mountain Photo Gallery
Thursday-Saturday, 9am-5pm and Monday, 9am-4pm
The Snowflake Inn Shops
Main Street, Jackson Village (603) 383-4300
www.whitemountainphoto.com
Fine-art landscape photography. Offering a large selection of unique, award-winning photographs of the White Mountains and surrounding region. Archival prints, matted or tastefully framed.
Also on display and for sale at: White Mountain Artisans Gallery and Zeb's General Store, North Conway; League of NH Craftsman, Littleton & Meredith; Flossie's General Store, Jackson Village.
Saturday, August 22 - exhibiting at the Portland Sidewalk Festival in downtown Portland

Programs & Events at the Madison Library
Monday/Wednesday/Friday, 2-5pm; Tuesday, 10am-5pm; Thursday, 10am-8pm; Saturday, 9am-1pm
1895 Village Road, Madison (603) 367-8545
www.madison.lib.nh.us
Art Show - Exhibit space for hanging artwork is available in the Chick Room; contact the Library if you are interested.
Saturday, August 22, 12:30pm - Friends of Madison Library Annual Book & Author Luncheon
A homemade luncheon prepared by the Friends, and a talk by Dick Sutton, author of Driving Henry Fonda, a memoir of Sutton's experiences working with the actor Henry Fonda while On Golden Pond was being filmed at Squam Lake. Books will be available for sale and signing by the author.
Monday, August 24, 7pm - Book Group Discussion of Going After Cacciato by Tim O'Brien. This is the third in a three-part NH Humanities Council What Is New Hampshire Reading book discussion series on The Quest for the American Dream. Discussion leader will be NHHC scholar Jennifer Lee.

Contra Dancing in Tamworth
Saturdays, through August 29, 8-11pm
Tamworth Town House
Main Street, Tamworth (603) 323-8687
www.tamworthoutingclub.org
Sponsored by the Tamworth Outing Club. Please wear soft-soled shoes.
August 22 - Caller: Brian Byron Ricker
August 29 - Caller: Dudley Laufman

White Mountain Musical Arts presents Annual Bach Festival
Sunday, August 23, 4pm and Friday-Sunday, August 28-30
Christ Church Episcopal and 10th Mt. Pavilion at Cranmore Resort
North Conway (603) 356-5701 x350
www.whitemountainbach.com
Presented by White Mountain Musical Arts, the Bach Festival will offer opportunities to hear and learn about Bach and the chamber music of the Baroque era. Musicians, professional and amateur, will gather to perform the great instrumental and vocal works of the Baroque masters. Works for soloists and small ensembles, as well as larger works for full chamber orchestra and chorus are scheduled. Each of the concerts will feature a concert preview one-half hour before the concert begins. A detailed list of the full schedule is available on the website. Tickets to various shows are available at the door or on the website.

May Kelly's Family Entertainment Show
Mondays, August 24 & 31, 6-7pm
May Kelly's Cottage Restaurant
Route 16, North Conway (603) 356-7005
www.maykellys.com
Featuring Music and Magic by Roger & Sarah Isberg, the magician and musician duo with a Swedish flair. The second half of the show features young dancers from the Stillson School of Irish Dance in Gorham, Maine. Free.

Coffee with CONFR: Making the First Ask - Building the Culture of Giving
Tuesday, August 25, 8-9:30am
Mt. Washington Valley Economic Council
53 Technology Lane, Suite 100, Conway (603) 447-8900
www.confr.org
Council on Fundraising coffees are hosted by participants on a rotating basis. Coffees are free, but please contact the host, Claudia Needham at mwvarts@myfairpoint.net, 356-2787.

Mountain Top Music Programs, Performances & Classes
Monday-Friday, 12noon-7pm
111 Main Street, Conway (603) 447-4737
www.mountaintopmusic.org
Monday, August 24 - Fall Semester Registration Starts
Fall semester begins Tuesday, September 8. Check website for details & full schedule; call or register online.
On display through August 28, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm - Art Exhibit: The Monkey Show
A show of abstract art inspired by a comment made by Bill Marvel, local author and columnist: "Aw, monkeys could do that." All of the art is for sale and a portion of sales will be donated to MTMC.
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30pm - Chamber Music Concert
Performance of chamber music by amateurs involved in MTMC's summer Chamber Orchestra. Also performing will be participants in Lillian Lee-Morse's Adult Singers workshop. This event is free.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, through August 27, 1:45-2:30pm - Keyboard Kids
Tuesdays & Thursdays, through August 27, 2:30-3:15pm (ages 6-9) and 4-3:15pm (ages 10-14) - Group Guitar
Tuesdays & Thursdays, through August 27, 3-3:45pm - Violin Class
Tuesdays & Thursdays, through August 27, 3:15-4pm - Instrument Exploration
Tuesdays, through August 25, 6-7:30pm - Community Chamber Ensemble
Tuesdays, through August 25, 6:30-8pm - Adult Singers (group class)
Thursdays, through August 27, 9:30-10am - Music for Babies
Thursdays, through August 27, 10:15-11am - Music for Toddlers
Thursdays, through August 27, 11-11:45 am - Pre-School Music
Thursdays, through August 27, 2-3pm - Piano Ensemble
Thursdays, through August 27, 5-6pm - Youth Ensembles for ages 8-14
Thursdays, through August 27, 6-7pm - Jam Band Class for ages 8-13
Thursdays, through August 27, 7-8:30pm - Jam Session

Mt. Washington Valley Craft Fair
Saturday, August 29, 10am-5pm and Sunday, August 30, 10am-4pm
North Conway Community Center
Route 16, North Conway (603) 528-4014 (info - Joyce)
www.joycescraftshows.com
Free admission. Vendors are encouraged to participate.

Outdoor Band Concerts at the North Conway Gazebo
Sundays, through August 30 (final), 6:30-7:30pm
Community Center Gazebo
Main Street, North Conway
Outdoor band concerts held at the gazebo next to the North Conway Community Center. Visiting musicians are welcome to join in. Spectators are invited to bring a lawn chair and listen.

Programs & Events at North Conway Library
Monday/Tuesday/Friday, 12-5pm; Wednesday & Thursday, 12-6pm
Main Street, North Conway (603) 356-2961
www.northconwaylibrary.com
Sunday, August 30, 6:30pm - 16th Annual Theater Night: Hello Dolly
The evening kicks off with a cocktail party at the Eastern Slope Inn, with hors d'oeuvres and dessert buffet prepared by local chefs. Bid on numerous silent auction treasures. Mountain Aire Strings will perform. The Library will also raffle off its big summer raffle prize, a season ski pass to Cranmore Mountain. Tickets available at the Library.
Friday, September 4, 10:30am - The TGIF Book Group meets every first Friday of the month and discusses both novels and popular nonfiction books. Everyone is welcome.

First Annual FAM Festival seeking Artisans, Crafters & Vendors
for Saturday, October 3, 12noon-7pm (vendor deadline extended: August 31)
Black Mountain and Whitney's Inn
Black Mountain Road/Route 16B, Jackson (603) 383-8916 or (800) 677-5737
www.shovelhandlepub.com/festival.htm
Whitney's Inn, Shovel Handle Pub and Black Mountain Ski Area, in association with www.naukabout.com announce their First Annual Foliage Arts & Music Festival featuring a variety of musicians, breweries, wineries, local foods, artisans, crafters and recreational retailers. Additional activities will include pumpkin carving, horseback riding, pony rides, and a fishing derby. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Eastern Slope Ski Club and the Jackson Chamber of Commerce. Deadline for entry is August 31, with payment due September 1. Additional information available at blackmt.com, whitneysinn.com and naukabout.com, or call Don or Susan for details and registration form. http://blackmt.com/assets/pdf/vendoragreement.pdf

Remick Museum offers Genealogy Workshops
Museum open year-round, Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm
58 Cleveland Hill Road, Tamworth (603) 323-7591 or (800) 686-6117
www.remickmuseum.org
Wednesday, September 2, 10am-12pm or 1-3pm AND Monday, September 7, 1-3pm - Genealogy Workshop
This program teaches participants how to use popular research tools such as genealogy books & software, town vital records and the internet. Instruction in using the best materials and methods for storing treasured old photographs so that they may preserved for future generations to enjoy. Class size limited to 6 researchers. An initial registration fee provides a starter packet with forms and charts. First Monday & Wednesday of each month.

Granite State College OLLI Information Session
Thursday, September 3, 2-3:30pm
Granite State College
53 Technology Lane, Conway (603) 447-3970
www.granite.edu/olli
If you are 50 and over, you're invited to learn about new classes starting this fall and how you can become an OLLI member. Class preview presentations start at 2:30pm. Refreshments provided. Please call for details.

Cormac MacCarthy at the Brass Heart Inn
Thursday, September 3, 7pm
88 Philbrick Neighborhood Road, Chocorua (603) 323-7766 or (800) 833-9509
www.thebrassheartinn.com
Concerts in the barn the first Thursday of the month, June through October.
Karaoke in the pub the other Thursday nights.

Gibson Center Crafts and Artisans Festival
Saturday & Sunday, September 5 & 6
Main Street, North Conway Village (603) 356-3231
www.gibsoncenter.org
Gibson Center is accepting applications for future Crafts and Artisans Festivals, taking place on October 10 & 11. Information and form at www.gibsoncenter.org/CraftFair.htm

Art-A-Ron-Dack Summer Promotion
Through Labor Day (September 7)
Throughout Mt Washington Valley (603) 356-5701
www.mtwashingtonvalley.org/pg_mwv/pg_mwv_88.cf m
R&R Woodworkers of Jackson, the Mount Washington Chamber of Commerce and Chick Home Center invited businesses throughout the region to showcase 40 hand-painted cedar Adirondack chairs created by local artists. Anyone interested in owning one of the chairs can bid on them at their individual location, by telephone or online. Visit the website for details.

Bartlett Public Library Programs
Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-8pm; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2-5pm; Saturdays, 11am-3pm
Route 302, Bartlett (603) 374-2755
www.bartlettpubliclibrary.org
Tuesday, September 8, 7pm - Book Club Discussion: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain. Facilitated by Frumie Selchen. Book Club meetings held the second Tuesday each month. Copies of the book are available at the library.
The Library has passes available for the 2009 season to the Squam Lake Natural Science Center.

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
The Library is considering starting a poetry group. Please contact Susan if you are interested.
Thursday, September 10, 3:15pm - Bookworms from Space
Book group for grades 4-6. Books are available at the library. Second Thursday of each month. No registration required.
Wednesdays, starting after Labor Day, 10am - Children's Story Times - Stories, songs and a craft
The Library has passes available for the 2009 season to the Squam Lake Natural Science Center.

Jackson Historical Society Museum, Art Gallery
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.

World Fellowship Center Presentations
Through Labor Day
368 Drake Hill Road off Route 16, Albany (between Chocorua & Conway) (603) 447-2280
www.worldfellowship.org
Varied lectures, workshops and performances. Check website for program details.

Jackson Grammar School & Whitney Center Events
Main Street, Jackson Village (603) 383-6861
www.jacksongrammar.org
Tuesdays, 6pm and Fridays, 9am - Zumba Classes at the Whitney Center
A Latin-inspired dance fitness program, Zumba includes Salsa, Mambo, Cha Cha, Belly-Dance, Samba, Tango and much more. For information call (978) 790-3375 or email dottiaiello@aol.com.

Denmark Arts Center Events
Call for hours (to view exhibits)
50 West Main Street (on Route 160), Denmark Village (207) 452-2412
www.denmarkarts.org
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

Conway Historical Society Museum
By appointment
Eastman Lord House
Main Street, Conway Village (603) 447-5551
www.conwayhistory.org
Eastman Lord House 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.

Jackson Artisans and Farmers Market
Saturdays, through Columbus Day weekend, 9am-1pm
Field next to the Snowflake Inn, Jackson Village
For more information, contact CHendr7108@aol.com.
Many returning vendors as well as new ones will be selling their wares, which include locally grown produce, baked goods, pottery, knitted sweaters and scarves, jewelry, wood and fabric creations, embroidered t-shirts, and lots more. The market will also feature live local entertainment. For more information, or if you would like to be a vendor, please call Cathy Hendrickson at 383-9195 or Kathy Meyers at 383-4814.

Bartlett Historical Society Museum
Saturdays, 12noon-2pm (or by appointment)
Route 16 (just north of Heritage-NH ), Glen (603) 383-4110
www.bartletthistory.org
Bartlett Historical Society presents an evolving historical display relating to the villages of Bartlett: Glen, Lower Bartlett and Bartlett Village. The Society is looking for volunteers to assist with a variety of projects, including "Life, Legends & Lore: Village Voices" and committees on genealogy, museum displays, cemeteries and railroads.

Cook Memorial Library Programs & Events
Tuesday & Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Friday & Saturday, 10am-4pm
93 Main Street, Tamworth (603) 323-8510
tamworthlibrary.org
Storytimes - On the first three Tuesdays of each month. Stories and Songs for toddlers at 10:30am and Stories and Songs for 3-5 year olds at 1pm.
History Room open Tuesdays, 2-5pm

MWV Stompers Square Dance Club
Mondays, 7pm
Conway Elementary School
160 Main Street, Conway 447-5863 or (207) 647-9464
mwvstompers.squaredanceme.us/
Meets every Monday with expert caller and instructor Darrel Sprague. Refreshments served. For more information, please call or email.

Open Mic for Music, Poetry and Storytelling
Wednesdays, 6:30pm
Conway Cafe
32 Main Street, Conway (603) 447-6381
For more information, contact tdiegoli@ne.rr.com
Open Mic followed by Open Jam. Electric and acoustic music, stories, poems, songs, great food and company, no alcohol (teens welcome).

Argentine Tango Dance Classes & Spanish Language Lessons
Sundays, 1pm & 2pm (beginners)
Christmas Farm Inn & Spa's Carriage House
Route 16B, Jackson
For more information, contact rdeveli@roadrunner.com
Argentinean native Isabel Costa teaches the Tango; all are welcome, no partner necessary. Isabel gives Spanish lessons, just prior to her Tango class, at the MET coffee shop in North Conway on Sundays. New people can join anytime.

White Mountain Folk Association hosts Contra Dance
Most Fridays, 7:30-10:30pm
Runnells Hall
Chocorua (603) 726-0063
www.mountaintopmusic.org
All levels are welcome; all dances are taught. Call for more information and to confirm dates.

Bartlett Recreation Classes, Programs & Events
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Josiah Bartlett Elementary School
Route 302, Bartlett (603) 374-1952
www.bartlettnh.org/rec.html
Classes currently under way - check website for details. If you would be interested in offering a course for the next session, call Annette Libby, Director.
Monday-Friday, 3:15-5pm - Kids' Kaleidoscope
Crafts and fun for Kindergarten through fourth grade students.

Pottery & Crafts at The Artery
The Artery Ceramic & Craft Studio in Timberland Plaza
1675 White Mountain Highway, North Conway (603) 356-7725 or (602) 452-8257 (cell)
www.arteryinc.com
Specials on Sundays & Tuesdays
League of NH Craftsmen Gallery & Studio School Classes
League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Gallery, 81 Main Street, Littleton
Littleton Studio School, 21 Mill Street, Littleton (603) 444-1099
www.nhcrafts.org/localsites/littleton/index.html
Craftsmen Gallery showcasing some of New Hampshire's finest craftsmen, working in jewelry, clay, glass, fibers, wood, metal, photography, baskets, printmaking and mixed media.
Register now for classes; contact Littleton.studio.school@gmail.com. The school is an affiliate of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen
Monday-Friday, August 17-21, 9am-12noon - Personalize It with Cecily Yarosh
Make a pottery bowl with feet, a mug with a grin & more using a variety of hand-building techniques.
Wednesday, August 19, 6-8pm - Zentangle with Mary Shepherd
Zentangle is an artistic meditation suitable for artists of all ages & mediums that supports relaxation, focus, inspiration & creativity. Visit www.zentangle.com for more info.
Friday, August 21, 1-4:30pm - Hand-building a Clay Toad Abode
Focus on layering textures, forming doors & windows, trim, shrubs & birds; for the garden.
Saturday, August 22, 10am-3pm - Mixed Media Collage with Kristine Lingle
Students will explore a variety of media and techniques, including glazes & washes, image transfers and resists, stenciling, stamping, altered images, painting & collage to create intuitive, expressive art. Demonstrations of techniques with time for independent exploration.
Saturday & Sunday, August 22 & 23, 10am-4pm - Cuttlebone Casting with Jean Matray
Use a cuttlebone fish as molding material for making uniquely textured pieces of jewelry. Prior metalsmithing experience is helpful, but not required.
Monday, August 24, 6-9pm - Bangles & Dangles: Intro to Metalsmithing
Jean Matray teaches soldering, sawing, forming, filing, fitting and texturing metal.
Tuesday, August 25, 1-4pm - Hand-building/Throwing Class with Lilias Ide
For students of all ability levels
Tuesdays, August 25 and September 1 & 8, 4-5:30pm - Fabric of Our Lives with Lauren Anderson
We'll use dye and soap, wool and rope in this course focusing on different fabrics and what we can do with them. For ages 4-8 years.
Fridays, September 4-October 16, 6-9pm - Guided Open Jewelry Session with Jean Matray
Topics of interest will be suggested for the group to learn as a whole, including design & technical issues, bezel setting, complex soldering, hinges, moving parts, cold connections & etching. Prerequisite: Jewelry I or equivalent
Saturdays, September 5 & 12, 9am-12noon - Build it Big with Maria Neal
Exploring techniques for hand building very large vessels like graceful Greek Amphoras and symmetrical Chinese ewers. Pieces will be bisque-fired.
Tuesdays, starting September 8, 6-9pm - Hand-building with Lilias Ide
Students will learn coil and slab building techniques. The class will discuss design as related to function and aesthetics, and explore the infinite possibilities of surface texture. The final class will be for glazing.
Tuesdays, September 8-October 13, 6-9pm - Jewelry 1 with Casey Pike
Casey teaches the fundamentals of metalsmithing in this class.
Wednesdays, starting September 9, 1-4pm AND Thursdays, starting September 10, 6-9pm - Wheel Throwing In Clay with Alison Dodd
Students learn everything from how to center the clay and then create basic to complex forms depending on the development of their experience level in the class. Open to all ability levels.
Mondays, 6-9pm and Saturdays, 9am-12noon - Open Studio time is available for pottery students registered for pottery classes and individuals who have demonstrated experience working with clay. Fridays, through October 9, 5:30-8pm - Where Art Thou... Paintbrushes?
Kids create their own art gallery.

Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation Events & Classes
Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation, Synagogue Library
39 Strawberry Hill, Bethlehem (603) 869-5465 or (603) 823-5537 or 823-7711
www.bethlehemsynagogue.org
Summer events include sponsorship of the BHC Cultural Series at The Colonial and a series of classes, all open to the public.
Monday-Friday, August 17-21 - Summer Camp for ages 6 to Teens
Wednesday, August 19, 7:30pm - BHC Cultural Series at The Colonial: The Andy Statman Trio
An evening of Klezmer music
Thursday, August 27, 7:30pm - BHC Cultural Series at The Colonial: Live and Become
Tuesdays, 9:30am - Quilting & Kabbalah
Tuesdays, 6pm - Learn to Read the Hebrew Bible in Hebrew
Wednesdays, 6pm - Walking with Justice
Justice in the Torah and classical Jewish texts

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
On exhibit - Sound Waves: Many Shapes of Music
Musical instruments from around the world were crafted in surprising shapes and sizes, each one with a distinctive sound and purpose. This new exhibit brings together unusual instruments, many of them part of the Victorian collection of Franklin Fairbanks.
Tuesday, August 18, 7-8pm - The Wonder of Collecting and Collectors
Photographer Rosamond Purcell has spent much of her acclaimed career photographing collections. She finds ways to capture the beauty and mystery of groups of objects, leading her to explore new ways of categorizing, and to understand how the world was organized in the minds of scientists, naturalists and collectors of the past.
Monday-Friday, through August 28, 10am-12noon - Destination Discovery
Uncover some of nature's astounding secrets as you get your hands on bones and fur and feathers...Come every week for a new adventure. Free with admission.
Through August 31, Monday-Friday, 11am and Saturdays & Sundays, 1:30pm - Planetarium Shows - Take a guided tour of the galaxy

The Rocks Estate Programs & Events
Open daily, year-round
The Rocks Estate
Route 302, Bethlehem (603) 444-6228 or (800) 639-5373
www.therocks.org
Owned by The Society for Protection of NH Forests, The Rocks is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Picnic areas, hiking, skiing & snowshoe trails. Bretzfelder Park, Prospect Street in Bethlehem, is managed in cooperation with the town of Bethlehem. Facilities include a classroom, educational trails, pond and several picnic sites.
Wednesday, August 19, 7pm - Why Animals Do the Things They Do
A naturalist from Squam Lakes Science Center presents live animals to explain how they protect themselves - do they use scent, armor or talons? This hands-on, interactive program is designed for all ages. Part of the Bretzfelder Park Family Educational Series.
Wednesday, August 26, 7pm - New England Stories for Everyone
Storyteller Carolyn Black and local artist Rick Hunt will collaborate to share stories of New England's indigenous people in a celebration of the region's oral history tradition. Black spins the tales, while Hunt brings the words to life in a spontaneous improvisational mural. Participants will be invited to help illustrate the stories during the program. Part of the Bretzfelder Park Family Educational Series.

Events & Films at The Colonial Theatre
Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-3422
www.BethlehemColonial.org
Wednesday, August 19, 11am - Summer Children's Series
Weathervane Theatre's Patchwork Players present Happily Ever After
Wednesday, August 19, 7:30pm - Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation Cultural Series: The Andy Statman Trio - An evening of Klezmer music, with special guests The Crunchy Western Boys
Thursday, August 20 - Artist Documentary Series: Crumb - Counterculture underground cartoonist
Friday-Tuesday 7:30pm, Wednesday 5:30pm (2 for 1 Early Bird Special) - Films
Check website for film descriptions.
August 21-26 - The Brothers Bloom
Thursday, August 27, 7:30pm - Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation Cultural Series: Live and Become

Dell's Conservation Area Nature Series
Saturdays (unless otherwise noted)
(603) 444-6841
For more information, contact didfam@roadrunner.com.
Wednesday, August 19, 5:30pm - Wild Mushroom Walk
Join naturalist Steve Sabre to learn more about the natural history and identification of local mushrooms and other fungi. Meet at the Route 18 parking area. Wear comfortable walking shoes; the program will run rain or shine. Sponsored by the Littleton Conservation Commission.

Lisbon Main Street Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, August 19, 6-8pm
Lawn of the Shared Ministry's "White Church" (Town Hall if it rains)
South Main Street, Lisbon (603) 838-2200
www.lisbonmainstreet.org
Maple Leaf Seven presents traditional and contemporary interpretations of jazz standards on clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass and drums.
Admission is free; refreshments will be available for sale. Bring a chair or a blanket. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the Lisbon Town Hall.

Happenings at the Bethlehem Public Library
Monday & Thursday, 1-7pm; Tuesday, 9:30am-1pm; Wednesday & Friday, 1-4:30pm; Saturday, 9am-12noon
Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-2409
www.bethlehemwhitemtns.com
Wednesday, August 19, 7pm - Author Visit
Author Kathleen Marden will speak about her book Captured! The Betty and Barney Hill UFO Experience which documents the story of the author's aunt and uncle who spotted a UFO along Route 3 in Lancaster, and claimed to be abducted by aliens at the southern end of Franconia Notch. Free and open to the public with refreshments served after the presentation.
Saturdays, 10am-12noon - Sit 'N' Knit
Bring your current knitting project to work on, ask other knitters for help, and share your completed projects. All abilities are welcome. Free and open to the public.

Summer Concerts on the Dow
Starting at 7pm, through August 22
Gazebo on the Dow Field
Franconia (603) 823-7752
www.franconianh.org
Concerts are free and open to the public. Donations accepted. Bring a blanket and enjoy the music.
August 22 - Crunchy Western Boys

The ARTS Gallery Exhibits, Events & Classes
Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday 10am-4pm; Friday 10am-6pm; Sunday 12-4pm
28 Main Street, Lisbon (603) 838-2300 or (603) 838-6675 or (603) 838-5005
www.lisbonartsgallery.com
Cooperative arts gallery featuring juried works by North Country artists from NH & Vermont, operating under the umbrella of the Ammonoosuc Region Arts Council.
Currently on display: Paintings by Kathy Perry. Public welcome.
Register for the 9th Annual Fall Festival of the Arts
The 9th Annual Fall Festival of the Arts, on October 3, will showcases local artisans in all mediums. Festival attendees vote for their favorite piece of art at the Peoples' Art Show. Enter home grown and homemade food, and the Pine Grove Grange pie contest. There is a poetry contest at the library, and a quilt show at the Red Brick Church. All groups are invited to enter a float in the parade. Call Janet Moriarty at (603) 838-6797 or email fallfestivalofthearts@hotmail.com to enter a float, march in the parade, enter a quilt for show or sale, participate in other contests or receive more information.
Sunday, August 23, 1-4pm - Knit and Crochet Sessions
Come and learn from others, help someone out or just enjoy your craft. There is no charge or registration required and it's open to all skill levels. Second & fourth Sundays of each month. Contact Dori Hamilton for additional information at 838-5149.
To register for classes, or for more information, please contact Kathy Stevens at kstevens100@hotmail.com or call (603) 838-6675 or stop by the gallery. Registration forms are on the gallery website, as well as at the gallery. At the present time, 27 exhibiting artists are working hard to expand class offerings. If you have a particular interest or would like to offer a class please contact the ARTS Gallery.

Bethlehem Concerts at the Gazebo on the Town Common
Sundays, 6-8pm
Corner of Main and Prospect Streets, Bethlehem (888) 845-1957
www.bethlehemwhitemtns.com/events.htm
August 23 - Berlin Jazz Band - NH 18-piece jazz band swings with the big band sound
August 30 - Twisted Ph8 - Country & pop
September 6 - Mark Shelton - '50s, '60s, rock, sock hop
Bring blankets or chairs; rain or shine.

40th Annual Littleton Art Show - Call for Artists
Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 105, Littleton, NH 03561 (603) 444-6561
www.littletonareachamber.com
The Chamber is seeking artists to participate in the annual art show, to be held on September 26, including photographic submissions for the art show poster. Details and entry forms can be found at the website. Deadline: August 28

Benefit Concert: Songs of Comfort and Hope
Monday, August 31, 7pm
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
1265 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT (603) 444-2553 (information - Ruth Taylor)
For more information, contact beckford4122@roadrunner.com
A benefit concert by the hospice choir CONTINUA - for the victims of the recent fire on Main Street in St. Johnsbury. A free will offering will be taken. Funds will be administered through HOPE, Inc.

The Art of Conservation: Paintings of the New White Mountain School of Art
Thursday-Saturday, September 3-5; then through September 27
Sunset Hill House
231 Sunset Hill Road, Sugar Hill (800) 768-4455
www.aannh.org
The public is invited to an exhibit and sale to benefit the Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust (ACT), from September 4 to 27. The Art of Conservation is an exhibit and sale of original oil paintings of ACT's conserved lands in the North Country. The event is a partnership between the Ammonoosuc Conservation Trust and the Banks Gallery, in collaboration with the Arts Alliance. A Preview Reception and Benefit Dinner will be held Thursday, September 3, at 5:30pm (call for required reservations), and an opening reception is scheduled for Friday, September 4, from 5:30-7pm. Artist demonstrations will be held the afternoons of Friday, September 4 and Saturday, September 5.

St. Johnsbury Athenaeum Exhibits, Events & Programs
Monday & Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Tuesday/Thursday/Friday, 10am-5:30pm; Saturday, 9:30am-4pm
St. Johnsbury Athenaeum, 1171 Main Street, St. Johnsbury, VT (802) 748-8291
www.stjathenaeum.org
The Museum's exhibits and extensive Art Gallery featuring primarily American & European artists from the late eighteenth to the mid-nineteenth century are open to the public. Handicap accessible.
Saturday, September 5, 12noon-4pm - Scrabble Club
Meets the first Saturday of the month
Monday, September 7, 6-8pm - Six O'Clock Prompt Writers Support Group
Veteran and new writers invited. First and third Monday each month. Contact Bill and Sharon Biddle at 633-2617 or Jenny and John MacKenzie at 592- 3138.
Wednesday, September 9, 7pm - Readings in the Gallery: Summer Poetry Series
Reading by Marge Piercy, author of 17 poetry collections. Held at the St. Johnsbury School Auditorium. For more information, contact lvkann@stjathenaeum.org.

WREN Local Works & the Gallery at WREN
Daily, 10am-5pm
2011 Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-9736
www.wrencommunity.org
Register online or call for all classes and workshops.
Volunteers needed to teach Wings Workshops for Fall 2009 - Our Wings program offers free monthly workshops for girls ages 8-13 in art, crafts, health, creative writing and esteem building activities. If you have a skill or talent and would like to mentor girls, contact kristine@wrencommunity.org.
Call for Art - Applications for the 2010 season are now available for both established and emerging artists to apply.
Exhibiting through September 7 - Local Color
Plein air/pastel artist Dianne Taylor Moore, still life and portraitist Amy Delventhal and landscape painter Larry Golden. While each local artist has a unique style, their work shares similar subject matter - lush images of northern New England, both close-up and distant views.
Saturdays, 9am-1pm and Wednesdays, 3-6pm - Outdoor Market
Fresh vegetables, artisan breads, cookies, fresh ground coffee, plants & seedlings, handmade crafts & great food. Live music, face painting, juggling, balloon animals & more. Bring the family in support and celebration of all things local.

Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum
Daily, through Labor Day, 10am-4pm (or by appointment)
Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum
Visitors Center, Main Street, Bethlehem (888) 845-1957
www.bethlehemwhitemtns.com/heritagesociety.html
Displays of hotel china, silverware, glass and menus recall this grand era of our history. See the fascinating stories of these hotels and the people who ran them. Memorabilia from the Bethlehem's two Donald Ross designed golf courses are also on display. 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 are available to see and enjoy.

Littleton Historical Society Research & Programs
Wednesdays, 10:30am-4pm (or by appointment)
Program at Littleton Community House
120 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-6435 or (603) 444-5816
www.golittleton.com/littleton_history.php
While the museum itself is closed, staff and volunteers are available at the office to assist in research and to answer questions. In addition, files of information and photographs are available, and people are encouraged to stop in and visit.
Wednesday, September 9, 7pm - Cemeteries with speaker Richard Albirini
All programs are free and open to everyone. Refreshments available following the program.

Neskaya - A Sacred Space for Movement
Sundays, 6-8pm; Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm
Neskaya Movement Arts Center
1643 Profile Road, Route 18, Franconia (603) 823-5828
www.neskaya.com
Dances from around the world, done as celebration, prayer and meditation. All dances are taught, no partner needed. Check website for full schedule; call for Yoga & Tai Chi classes.
Thursday, September 10, 6:30-8:30pm - Women's Circle
Art, journaling, movement, sound, meditation and other modalities may be offered. All women are welcome. Second Thursday of every month.
Sundays, 6-8pm & Wednesdays, 6-7:30pm - World Dance/Sacred Circle Dance
Fridays, 5-6pm - Free Movement Dance
Stretch, breathe, create your own movements to music old & new.

Franconia Heritage Museum
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. The Brooks family exhibit displays artifacts and items throughout the museum's 1800s farmhouse and outbuildings. Current exhibit: Franconia's Artistic Heritage and Legendary Skiers of the North Country.

Register Now for Fiddlesticks Art Studio Classes
Bethlehem (603) 444-6321
For more information, contact 2reddogs@gmail.com
Always welcoming ongoing enrollment; call or email for class schedule and to register.

The Frost Place Museum
Wednesdays-Mondays, July 8-October 12, 1-5pm
The Frost Place Museum, Ridge Road, Franconia (603) 823-5510
www.frostplace.org
A museum and poetry center at Robert Frost's former homestead.

Lisbon Farmers Market
Thursdays, through October 15, 3-7pm
Just north of the village center
North Main Street, Route 302, Lisbon (603) 838-2200
www.lisbonmainstreet.org
The Lisbon Main Street program hosts the first season of the Lisbon Farmers Market. To be eligible to take part in the market, vendors must grow their own vegetables or other produce, and craft vendors must make their own art or craft works. Any grower or crafter interested in becoming a vendor may obtain a registration form and the market standards by calling the Lisbon Main Street office, or requesting one by email.

Lisbon Area Historical Society
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
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, which houses a collection of artifacts, correspondence, photographs and genealogy from the early settlers to the present day.

Sugar Hill Historical Museum Exhibits & Events
Museum hours: Fridays & Saturdays, 11am-3pm
Sugar Hill Meeting House
Route 117, Main Street, Sugar Hill (603) 823-5336 or (603) 823-5275
www.franconianotch.org
Special tours by appointment, call (603) 823-8431
2009 Exhibits:
Carriage Barn Gallery - Sugar Hill Street, Then and Now
Thoma Gallery - What they Wore: Fashions at our Grand Hotels
Also... History and Genealogy Library, Cobleigh Tavern, Sleigh Shed, Gift Shop. Memberships and donations welcome; call 823-7453.
New book available for purchase: Sugar Hill Treasures includes clues for letterboxing adventures at historic sites in town. Also this year: Postcard booklets of old photographs of area Grand Hotels.

Events & Workshops at Littleton Area Senior Center
Littleton Area Senior Center
77 Riverglen Lane, Littleton (603) 444-6050
www.gcscc.org/littleton.asp
Check website for full listing of activities.
Mondays, 1pm - Yoga
Tuesdays, 1pm - Game Day

Littleton Farmers' Market - Food, Crafts, Entertainment
Sundays, through October 12, 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.

Abbie Greenleaf Library Programs & Events
Monday & Tuesday 2-6pm; Wednesday, 2-7pm; Thursday, 10am-12noon & 2-5pm; Friday, 2-5pm; Saturday, 10am-1pm
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.

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
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.

Littleton Public Library Programs & Events
Tuesday-Friday, 9am-7pm; Saturday, 9am-4pm
92 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-5741
www.ncia.net/library/littleton/
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. No other pre-registration is necessary.

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 are open, without charge, Monday-Friday from 1-6pm, and before and after each film screening.
Nightly, 7pm (matinees too); Second show at 9pm on Saturdays - Film Series
Mondays 5-6:30pm - Afro-Caribbean Dance Class
With live drum accompaniment; no experience necessary. (802) 723-4014
Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm - Burlesque Fusion Belly Dance Class - Questions? hypzotika@yahoo.com
Thursdays, 4:30-6:30pm - Tango Lessons: "Argentine Tango"
No partner necessary. Call Isabel at (603) 823-8163 for more details
NCCA Summer Theatre at Papermill Theatre
Monday-Saturday, through August 22, 7:30pm (check website for schedules & details)
Papermill Theatre at Lincoln Village Shops
Main (Route 112) & South Mountain Roads, Lincoln (603) 745-2141
www.papermilltheatre.org
The North Country Center for the Arts & Papermill Theatre present three professional Broadway musical shows, Smokey Joe's Café, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, and On The Town in alternating repertory.
Thursday, August 20, 1:30pm (matinee) or 7:30pm - Locals Thursdays & Free Children
Residents of Lincoln and Woodstock buy one Mainstage ticket, get second ticket 50% off. Also, free admission for children under the age of 12 years old. Mention this special at time of ticket purchase.
Friday, August 21 - Chamber Special for Smokey Joe's Cafe
Buy one Papermill Theatre Mainstage ticket, get second Mainstage ticket free! Available to all Lincoln-Woodstock, Franconia Notch, Littleton, Lakes Region, Twin Mountain & Waterville Valley Chambers of Commerce members and employees. Mention this special at time of ticket purchase.
Saturday, August 22, 7:30pm - Farewell Reception: On the Town
Join us as we close our 23rd Mainstage Season and say good-bye to the Papermill Theatre. Beverages and light appetizers provided by North Country Center for the Arts Board of Trustees and staff immediately following the show in the theatre lobby.

Waterville Valley Community Luau
Thursday, August 20, 5:30-7:30pm
Corcoran's Pond Beach
Waterville Valley Recreation Department, Waterville Valley (603) 236-4695
www.watervillevalley.org
Meet on the beach and get a taste of the tropics! Enjoy live music, BBQ, campfire, s'mores, fruit smoothies, hula and Limbo contest, and pinata smashing. All are welcome.

4th Annual Waterville Valley Bluegrass Festival
August 21-23, Friday 6-10pm, Saturday 12noon-9pm and Sunday 10am-3pm
Next to Corcoran's Pond & Beach
Waterville Valley (603) 236-8175
www.waterville.com
The Festival features a vocal harmony workshop, Balloon Twisting by Mo, circus performers, kids games & crafts, raffles, Curious George story time, face painting and a live animal show presented by Squam Lakes Science Center, a craft fair, BBQ and food vendors. Live performances by Katahdin Valley Boys, Pine Hill Ramblers, Blackstone Valley Bluegrass, Monadnock, Mahogany Ridge, Iron Skillet, Sugar Hillbillies. Fireworks display on Saturday night. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome; rain or shine. There is no admission charge, but donations are welcome.

Rey Center Activities
Margret & H.A. Rey Center
Town Square, Waterville Valley (603) 262-1598 or (603) 236-3308
www.reycenter.org
Activities are a mixture of art and science, the physical and intellectual, for young and old. Check website for full listing of happenings. Please preregister for events.
Saturdays, August 22 & September 5, 9-10:30pm - Astronomy and Stargazing with the McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center
Join a Discovery Center educator to learn about current celestial events and objects in the night sky. We will begin with an indoor presentation and then, weather permitting, head outside to set up telescopes to view stars, planets, and galaxies. Adults and families with children ages 8+.
Tuesdays, through August 25, 10:30-11:30am - Farm Sprouts: Youth Gardening Program
Join us as we explore a variety of garden-related themes through activities, games, projects, stories and more. Children will experience the joy of planting seeds, tending plants, and sampling the fruits of their labor. Ages 4-6.
Tuesdays, through August 25, 1-3pm - SEEDS Club for Kids
SEEDS Club (Sowing Environmental Education During the Summer) participants will experience organic gardening as we learn about the garden cycle from soil to seed to flower to fruit, and everything in between. Participants will help tend the Sprouts Patch youth garden and will sample the fruits of their labor throughout the season. Ages 7-12.
Saturday, August 28, 8-9pm - Gallery Program: Old Time Rules Will Prevail - The Fiddle Contest in NH and New England
Adam Boyce, a 10th generation Vermonter and fiddler, has been involved with nearly every aspect of fiddle contests in New England since 1994, as a judge, piano backup and competitor. In this NH Humanities Council program he discusses the history and decline of fiddling contests, shares some old recordings, and plays some tunes.
Saturdays, through September 5, 10:30am-12noon - Curious Kids
Join us for this outdoor exploration program featuring stories, activities, games, and crafts, as we explore different natural topics, such as forests, meadows, ponds, and streams. Designed for families with children ages 5+.
Saturdays, through September 5, 4:30-6pm - Literary Discussion Group
Join us at the Curious George Cottage for this volunteer-led group. Each week we'll discuss a different reading. Potluck wine and appetizers - please bring something to share.
Saturdays, 1pm - Curious George Cottage Studio Story Time
Hear your favorite Rey stories read out loud.

North Woodstock Concerts on the Common
Saturdays, 6:30-8:30pm
Town Common
North Woodstock (603) 745-8752
www.lincolnwoodstock.com
Free live concerts.
August 22 - Off the Cuff
August 29 - Sixties Invasion

New Hampshire Wildlife Show at Waterville Valley Town Square
Sundays, through August 23, 10-11am
Village Road, Waterville Valley (603) 236-8175
www.watervillevalleyregion.com
The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center brings various animals each week to discuss and show. Kids love this free outdoor show.

Waterville Valley Weekly Summer Day Camp
Monday-Friday, through August 28, 9am-4pm
Waterville Valley Recreation Department
3 Noon Peak Road, Waterville Valley (603) 236-4695
www.watervillevalley.org/wvnh_recreation.html
Join us for fun-in-the-sun with crafts, games & exploration for ages 4-12. For more info, call the Rec Department. No preregistration required.

Waterville Valley Entertainment & Concerts in Town Square
Saturdays (unless otherwise noted)
Town Square
Village Road, Waterville Valley (603) 236-8175
www.waterville.com/summer/events.asp
Free concerts, open to the public
August 29, 6:30pm - Open Mike with Jim Tyrrell
Sunday, August 30, 10am - Mr. Phil Magic Show
September 5, 4-5pm - Mr. Phil Magic Show
Sunday, September 6 - End of Summer Bash
Free outdoor concerts, a fashion show, kids games, plus our annual charity Duck Race on Snow's Brook with cash prizes for the fastest ducks! Fireworks at 8:30pm.

Believe in Books: Storybook Sundays at the Hobo
Sundays, through September 6
Hobo Railroad
64 Railroad Street, Lincoln 603) 745-2135
www.believeinbooks.org & www.HoboRR.com
Believe In Books Literacy Foundation partners with the HOBO Railroad. Every Sunday during the summer Storybook Characters entertain the entire family.
Volunteers Needed - Join us to read to the group of children and their families boarding the HOBO Railroad. Read for one train ride or stay for the entire day with some of your favorite storybook characters. If you are interested in volunteering, please call Ben at the HOBO Railroad or email Ride@HoboRR.com.

Annual Labor Day Rubber Ducky Regatta & Celebration
Monday, September 7
Cascade Park
North Woodstock (603) 745-6621 X201 (Chamber)
www.lincolnwoodstock.com/events/rubber-ducky- regatta.php
Lincoln-Woodstock Chamber of Commerce offers a Labor Day filled with fun, free activities for all ages: Mr. Phil's Magic Show, Balloon Twisters, Face Painting, Bounce House, Live entertainment by Leo & Co. There are prizes galore at the Annual Rubber Ducky Regatta. Adopt your ducks at: www.lincolnwoodstock.com/events/adoptaduck.php

Upper Pemigewasset Historical Society Museum
Wednesdays, 2-4pm and Saturdays, 6-8pm (also 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).

Programs & Events at the Lincoln Public Library
Monday-Friday, 12noon-8pm & Saturday, 10am-2pm
22 Church Street, Lincoln (603) 745-8159
www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/
Thursdays, 1-1:30pm - Preschool Storytime
Come join us for some stories, fun and social interaction for the kids and parents.
Thursdays, 3-4:30pm - Cultured Purls Knitting Circle - All levels welcome; instruction is available.

Lincoln Village Farmers' Market
Saturdays, 3-6pm, through September 26
Village Shops
Lincoln (603) 348-7541
For more information, contact ciderhouse04@hotmail.com.

Live Entertainment at Woodstock Station
Fridays & Saturdays, 9pm
Woodstock Station
Main Street, North Woodstock (603) 745-3951
www.woodstockinnnh.com
Entertainment almost every night of the week during the summer & fall.

Nordic Skiing Exhibit
Daily, Memorial Day through end of March, 10am-5pm
New England Ski Museum, next to Cannon Mountain Tramway
Exit 34B off I93, Franconia (800) 639-4181
www.skimuseum.org
A new exhibit, Nordic Skiing from the Stone Age to Skating, details the long, rich history of Nordic skiing in its many forms, including its origins as a utilitarian mode of travel, its Norwegian development as cross-country skiing and ski jumping, its ascent to popularity in the 1970s, and the modern revival of interest in telemark skiing. The exhibit will be on display in the Museum in Franconia Notch until the end of the 2010 ski season.
The Museum also maintains satellite exhibits at the Shops at Norcross Place in downtown North Conway and at Bretton Woods Mountain Resort.

Mo The Clown Balloon Twisting Performance
Wednesdays, 5-8pm
Elvio's Pizzeria & Restaurant at Lincoln Square Outlet Mall
Main Street, Lincoln (603) 745-8817
www.MoTheClown.com
Join Mo the Clown for an evening of family fun and free balloon sculptures. To put those with clown fear at ease, Mo appears without clown shoes or make up, as Mo Fun.

Creation Station Paint-It-Yourself-Pottery Studio
Call for hours
Depot Plaza
Route 112/Main Street, Lincoln (603) 745-8205
Choose rough pottery to paint, glaze and kiln-fire to create finished pottery pieces.
Haverhill Historical Society
By appointment
Haverhill Historical Society's Kimball Store Museum
58 Court Street, Haverhill (603) 989-5978
www.town.haverhill.nh.us
Wednesday, August 19, 7:30pm - A Woman That Keeps Good Order: Women, Tavern Keeping and Public Approval
When her husband died in 1736, Ann Harvey became the owner of a prominent Portsmouth tavern and sole guardian of seven small children. Using documents related to Harvey's 18th century tavern, Marcia Schmidt Blaine of Plymouth State University explores the world of female tavern keepers in this NH Humanities Council program, which is free and open to the public. Held at the Ladd Street Schoolhouse, Dartmouth College Highway and County Road. Contact: John Page, (603) 989-5978

Windy Ridge Story Hour
Wednesdays, through August 19, 10-11am
Windy Ridge Orchard
1775 Benton Road, North Haverhill (603) 787-6377
www.windyridgeorchard.com
Enjoy stories read under the tent and our kid-friendly farm. Kids of all ages are welcome.

Alumni Hall Cultural Center Programs & Exhibits
Office Hours: Tuesdays-Thursdays, 11am-3pm (and by arrangement)
Connecticut River Byway Visitor Center: Tuesday-Sunday, 12noon-4pm
75 Court Street, Haverhill (603) 989-5500
www.town.haverhill.nh.us/alumihallmainpag.html
Friendly folks in a beautifully restored, fully accessible historic building offer local and regional recreational, heritage, cultural, travel and resource information for travelers, visitors, newcomers and residents. In addition to its selection of maps and brochures on hiking, biking, cultural events, and explorations along the Connecticut River, the Center displays large interpretive panels, sponsored by the Connecticut River Joint Commission, with images and text related to the heritage, land and people of New Hampshire and Vermont's Upper Valley. The Visitor Center also offers gift items, including books, videos and DVDs of the region, and Alumni Hall note cards & T-shirts.
Through August 20 - Alumni Hall Annual Photo Contest Open for Submissions
The 5th annual "As You've Never Seen It Before" contest invites photography showing people, places and things from the Lower Cohase/Upper Valley region in a truly unique way. Photos must be from Haverhill or Piermont, NH, Bradford or Newbury, VT, or any town directly abutting one of these four towns. Photographers may be from anywhere. Youth and Adult categories. For more information and complete guidelines, call or email the Hall.
Saturday, August 29, 7pm - Next Chance Dance with Sweet Jamm
Playing standards of the '20s, '30s & '40s. BYO beer & wine; snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be available. A benefit event for Alumni Hall.
Sunday, September 6 - Exhibit Opening: Alumni Hall Annual Photo Contest
5th Annual Al Stevens Memorial Photo Contest, with the theme "As You've Never Seen It Before" (see above).

Scottish Country Dancing
Tuesdays, September-June (beginning September 1), 7-9pm
Fairlee Town Hall
Route 5, Fairlee VT (802) 439-3459
www.rscdsboston.org/classes-listing.html
You don't have to be Scottish, wear a kilt, or even speak English to enjoy it. Dance to the lively beat of jigs, reels, hornpipes and to the more elegant strathspey, unique to Scottish music. All dances are taught, no partner is necessary, beginners are welcome. Young and old, singles and couples are all welcome. Sponsored by the Boston Branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society.

Horse Meadow Senior Center Programs & Events
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
Horse Meadow Senior Center
North Haverhill (603) 787-2539
www.gcscc.org/horsemeadow.asp
The Center includes a library, exercise equipment, shuffleboard, a piano and an organ, and space for other activities and continuing education programs.
Mondays & Tuesdays, 1pm - Quilting
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9-11am - Crafts with Laurel
Thursdays, 12:30pm - Line Dancing
Fridays, 9am - Art Class

Warren Historical Society Museum
By appointment
Water Street, next to Town Common (603) 764-5865 or (603) 787-6058
For more information, contact tedrow@together.net.
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.
Meetings are held the second Sunday of each month, April through November in the museum. The public is invited to attend.

Piermont Farmers' Market
Tuesdays, through October 27, 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 barn built in 1906. Anytime, by appointment or request. (603) 272-9026 or 272-5854.

Joseph Patch Library Happenings
Monday, 10am-2pm; Tuesday & Wednesday, 3-7pm; Saturday, 10am-1pm
Joseph Patch Library
South Main Street, Warren (603) 764-9072
For more information, contact eagleswing@roadrunner.com or jpatchlibrary@yahoo.com
Mondays, 10am - Story Hour for Preschoolers
Wednesdays, 4pm - Knitting Group for Beginners and Experts
Lego Club for children one Saturday each month. Call library for date.
Happenings at D Acres Farm
D Acres of NH Organic Farm & Educational Homestead
218 Streeter Woods Road, Dorchester (603) 786-2366
www.dacres.org
Monday-Friday, August 17-21, 9am-1pm - Kids Week at the Farm with Karen Ganey
D Acres welcomes youth to participate in real farm activities, including feeding the pigs and chickens, gathering eggs, harvesting food from the gardens, and preparing and eating it in a tasty, healthy lunch. Daily visits to the farm will feed the curiosity children naturally exhibit while fostering growth in a fun and exciting environment. Sliding scale and family discounts available.
Saturday, August 22, 8:30pm - Dirt Cheap Opera
Bread and Puppet Theatre presents an evening of raucous puppet theater and music at its best. For adult audiences. http://breadandpuppet.org
Friday, August 28, 10am-12noon - Writing Group with Ivy Page
All levels and styles are welcome; emphasis is currently on poetry and short stories. Beginners are welcome. Preregistration is required.
Friday, August 28 - Last Friday Open Mic Night
8-10:30pm is the scheduled Open Mic (sign up when you arrive) All types of music, poetry, spoken word, etc. are encouraged. 10:30pm-midnight is the Open Jam... join right in. Free. Potluck drinks and snacks are welcome.
Sunday, August 30, 10am-4pm - Volunteer Day - Lunch provided
Sunday, August 30, 10am-12noon - Harvesting & Harvest Preservation
The workshop will focus on techniques to harvest and preserve fruits and vegetables. Freezing, canning and root cellar will be discussed with an emphasis on garlic.
Sunday, August 30, 1-4pm - Herbal Salve Making with Sarah Hall
Learn the art of mixing herbs to create invigorating and healthful salves for all seasons.
Friday, September 4 - First Friday Pizza & a Movie
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 and are free.
Friday, September 4, 6-9pm - Full Moon Potluck - Bring a dish to share. Free
Sunday, September 6, 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 for kids from 10-10:45am and for adults from 11am-12noon, and Reiki Share at 1:30pm. Tour the working, organic farm at 1pm during the Open House. The tour includes a garden walk. First Sunday of each month.
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45pm - Yoga with Sarah Hall

Patricia Ladd Carega Gallery
By appointment
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.
Exhibiting through August 19 - Expressions of Survival
Gallery artists react to the economic and political events of the past year.
Wednesday, August 19, 5-7pm - Artist Reception: Kathryn Field, New Work
Both a sculptor and painter, Field exhibits her newest work. Paintings on metal, canvas and free standing sculptural "pictures" are on view. Exhibiting through September 9.
September 9 - Exhibit Opening: Animals in Art

The Winnipesaukee Playhouse Presents...
Mostly Monday-Saturday at 8pm & Monday matinee at 2pm
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse in Alpenrose Plaza
Routes 11B and 3, Weirs Beach (603) 366-7377
www.winniplayhouse.com
An off-Broadway style theatre in the heart of the Lakes Region, The Winnipesaukee Playhouse serves to develop and stage professional and community-based theatrical productions and to provide opportunities in theatre and the performing arts for the community.
August 19-29 - Driving Miss Daisy
Pulitzer Prize winner Alfred Uhry's classic about the friendship that develops over 25 years between a Southern Jewish woman and her African American chauffeur.
Friday, September 4 - Broadway Hits Fundraiser starring Krisanthi Pappas
Jazz singer Krisanthi Pappas sings Broadway tunes and other memorable songs. A live auction of unique props and memorabilia seen during the season supports The Winnipesaukee Playhouse.
Saturday, September 5 - Brainstorming with Rory Raven
A tour through the world of the mind and its powers, real and imagined, revealing thoughts and bending minds.

Castle in the Clouds
Open daily
Route 171, Moultonborough (603) 476-5900
www.castleintheclouds.org
The 1914 Castle is 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. All lectures are free to the public.
Carriage House Gallery - Featuring art, artifacts and exhibitions that are educational and meaningful to the mountains and lakes region of New Hampshire
Through September 18 - The White Mountain Art of Mabel Williams
Wednesday, August 19, 7:30pm - Lecture Series: The Art of Mabel Williams
Presented by Sam and Sheila Robbins, Art Historians/Curators
Monday, August 24 - Walks and Talks: Mushrooms with Rick van de Poll
Free with grounds pass.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009, 7:30pm - Lecture Series: The Olmstead Landscape Vision and 'Lucknow'
Presented by Arleyn Levee, Landscape Historian & Independent Scholar
Thursdays, through September 10, 5:30-7:30pm - Jazz at Sunset
This popular new tradition features live music, food and refreshments and beautiful sunsets. Light, listenable jazz on the Castle Patio (inside by the fireplace on rainy Thursdays).

Plymouth Keniston-Freeman Summer Concert Series
Wednesdays, through August 27, 7pm
Town Common
Main Street, Plymouth (603) 536-1397
www.plymouthnh.org
Concerts are free; refreshments available.
August 19 - Lisa Young & Co. - Top 40 to Motown, Light Rock & Oldies (At Plymouth Rotary Amphitheatre)
August 26 - White Mountain Swing Band - Big Band & Swing Era

Artistic Roots Center Classes, Exhibits & Featured Artists
Daily, 10am-6pm; Wednesdays, July & August, 10am-9pm
Artistic Roots Cooperative Gallery and Education Center
New location: 75 Main Street, Plymouth (603) 536-2750
www.artisticroots.com
Artistic Roots brings the local community and artists together in its new Plymouth location for a celebration of creativity, through workshops, classes, community events, gallery receptions, outreach and collaborative projects. Numerous classes available; check website for details. Materials and equipment are available for purchase, or students may bring their own. Preregistration is required. Visit the gallery or call to register or request a brochure and registration form.
Thursdays, August 20 & 27, 9am-12noon and Monday, August 24, 6:30-9pm - Watercolor Explorations for Beginners with Cheryl Johnson
Beginner watercolor painting techniques including applying washes, brush work, developing values, use of additives and color mixing. For teens & adults. Materials and equipment are available for purchase, or students may bring their own.
Thursdays, August 20 & 27, 1-4pm - Watercolor Challenges with Cheryl Johnson
Geared toward the intermediate/advanced level, this series of classes will focus on a different watercolor challenge or technique each week. No need to sign up for them all. For teens & adults.
Saturdays, August 22 & 29, 10:30am-12noon - Saturday Morning Art Adventures
Each week, instructor Ruth Ann Blair will offer a new Art Adventure. Students will learn basic art principles, experiment with color, and try out a variety of art techniques and materials. Ages: 7-13
Monday, August 24, 10-11am - Slap On That Paint! with Kathy Roos
Art is one of the best ways you can help your children develop skills to express themselves. Discover how to help your young child learn to love to learn. Wear clothes to get messy in. Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian; no drop-off, please. For ages 9 months-4 years.
Monday, August 24, 12:30-2:30pm - Glass Mosaics with Kathy Roos
Create a beautiful piece of art using bits of colored glass. For ages 12-adult.
Tuesday, August 25, 10-11:30am - Art Explorations I with Ruth Ann Blair
Each week, students will explore a different aspect of art, including basic drawing and painting techniques, plus craft projects with an emphasis on recycling, and, weather permitting, a painting session on The Commons (with parental approval). For ages 6-9.
Tuesdays, September 1-22, 4-5:30pm - Art Explorations II with Ruth Ann Blair
As above, for ages: 10-13
Thursdays, September 3-24, 1-4pm - Decorative Painting with Cheryl Johnson
The first week we will practice basic deco painting techniques using acrylics. Each week thereafter we will paint a different project, including glass, wood and metal objects. Bring your own objects, or others available for purchase. Specific brushes and paints are required for decorative painting. Ages: Teen- Adult
Wednesday & Thursday, September 9 & 10, 6-9pm - Kiln-Fired Glass with Lynn Haust
Create several kiln-fired dichroic glass pendants and earrings, working with clear and black dichroic glass. Glass technology, safety, cutting glass, wire working, equipment, resources and creative directions will be covered. In the second session, cold working will be covered to finish your jewelry. You will complete eight dichroic pendants and one pair of sterling silver earrings. Ages: 7 and up

Benefit Book Sale
Thursday, August 20, 3-6pm
Community Life Center's Griswold Hall
263 Highland Street, Plymouth (603) 726-3813 or (603) 536-1321
For more information, contact sjstock@adelphia.net.
The Episcopal Church Women of the Church of the Holy Spirit sponsors a Book Sale; donations of books are welcome.

Watermelon Seeds Preschool Open House & Grand Opening
Friday, August 21, 4-8pm
24 Southmayd Road (Exit 28 off I-93), Campton (603) 726-4114 for information
www.watermelonseedspreschool.com
Watermelon Seeds Preschool hosts an open house to celebrate its new location and a new season for learning. Come on in and meet the director, LeeAnn Veinotte; check the new location out and ask questions. We are a "hands-on" preschool center with a lot of focus on art and music, serving four age groups; Seeds-age 2, Sprouts-age 3, Melons-ages 4- 5 and an afterschool art program for children K-2, called "Art and a Muffin."

Plymouth Friday Lunch 'n Music Concerts on the Common
Fridays, 12noon-1pm
Town Common
Main Street, Plymouth (603) 536-1001
www.plymouthnh.org
August 21 - Melissa McCarthy

Dorchester Historical Society Museum & Presentations
Sundays, Memorial Day-Columbus Day, 2-4pm (or by appointment)
Dorchester Historical Museum & Town Hall on Town Common
Town House Road, Dorchester (603) 523-7136
www.aannh.org/heritage/grafton/dorchester.php
The building, erected in 1808, was originally the North District School and used until 1926. Museum opened 1966. Schoolhouse building including household, farm, tool and period clothing items, maps, family history and town data.
Saturday August 22, 10am-12noon - Preserving Community Character: Heritage Commissions and Why Every Town Needs One
Maggie Stier of the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance will give a presentation informing residents about the benefits of historic preservation and present incentives that will promote awareness and help maintain the historic character of rural New Hampshire towns. The lecture and discussion is sponsored jointly by the Dorchester Selectmen, Dorchester Conservation Commission Dorchester Historical Society and the Friends of Cheever Union Chapel. Residents and officials from area communities are all invited to attend. Refreshments will be served. For information contact Diana Burdette at 523-7887.

Galleria Giovanna Fine Art Exhibits
Call for hours
Galleria Giovanna
313 River Road, Canaan (603) 523-7154
www.galleriagiovannafineart.com
The chic farm house gallery celebrates new exhibition space, art school and design center. Works by regional artists include oils, sculpture, limited edition prints, photographs, mono types and drawings. Children's work will be shown in the Mud Room Gallery.
On exhibit through August 23 - Periphery
"Something that is on the outside that is important" is the theme

Holderness Historical Society
Saturdays, 10am-12:30pm (or by appointment)
Holderness Historical Society Museum
Route 3, Curry Place, Holderness
(603) 968-3023 or (603) 968-9898
www.aannh.org/heritage/grafton/holderness.php
Tuesday, August 25, 7pm - Digging Into Native History in New Hampshire
Abenaki history has been reduced to near-invisibility as the result of conquest, a conquering culture that placed little value on the Indian experience, and a strategy of self-preservation that required many Abenaki to go underground, concealing their true identities for generations to avoid discrimination and persecution. Archaeological evidence shows their deep presence here, inches below the earth's surface. Robert Goodby of Franklin Pierce University presents this NH Humanities Council program, co-hosted with the Holderness Library, which is free and open to the public. Contact: Linda Foerderer, (603) 968-7066
Meetings held the 2nd Tuesday each month, with pot luck supper at 6pm and a program at 7:30pm.

Holderness Free Library Programs & Events
Monday, 9am-6pm; Tuesday & Saturday, 8am-12noon; Wednesday, 9am-8pm; Friday, 9am-5pm
Routes 113 and 3, Holderness (603) 968-7066
www.holdernesslibrary.org
Tuesday, August 25, 7pm - Digging Into Native History in New Hampshire
See Holderness Historical Society listing for details; held at the Society Museum.
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.
Sign up for computer classes, too.

Exhibit of Paintings by Marcia Santore
Monday-Saturday, 9:30am-6pm and Sunday, 10:30am-4pm
Inspire Gallery at Inspire 2 Knit & Tea
12 Yeaton Road (at Tenney Mountain Highway/Route 25), Plymouth (603) 536-5648
www.marciasantore.com
Exhibiting through August 31
Santore uses recognizable subject matter, such as fish, trees, windows and doors, chairs, rooms, the sinuous lines of snakes and rivers, and the silhouetted human form as a point of departure to explore abstract ideas.
Also: throughout August visitors to Concord's Main Street can participate in an artwork by Santore. Check Your Look is a group of paintings installed in the windows of 30 S. Main Street as part of Main Street Concord's Storefront Display Initiative. Viewers are invited to complete the piece by aligning their own reflections with the figures in the paintings.

Happenings at the Ashland Town Library
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 1-7pm; Friday & Saturday, 10am-2pm
Main Street & Route 132, Ashland
www.ashlandtownlibrary.org
Monday, August 31, 7-8pm - Book Discussion Group
This month's selection is The Secret of Lost Things by Sheridan Hay. The selection for September is The Jew Store by Stella Suberman. Copies available at the library. New members welcome.
Tuesday, September 7 - Closed for Labor Day
The Library has passes to the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and The Fells Historic Estate and Gardens. Passes may be checked out at the library and reserved up to 1 week in advance.

Events at Plymouth Regional Senior Center
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, September 2, 1pm - Monthly Writing Class
First Wednesday each month
Monday, September 7, 10:30am - Poetry Reading
Bring your own poem or some of your favorites to share. First Monday of the month.
Mondays, 9am-12noon - Wood Carving Class
Beginners are welcome. Bring your own tools or come by and see what it's all about.
Mondays, 9:45-11am - Tai Chi and Dao Yin
Wednesdays & Fridays, 8:15am - Yoga
Wednesdays, 9am - Central New Hampshire Artists
Wednesdays, 9am - Computer Classes
Thursdays, 9-11am - Crafters, Knitters, Crocheters, Cross Stitchers & Rug Hookers
New and experienced crafters welcome. Bring ideas and work to be completed. Materials will be provided. If you have available frames & hooks to loan, bring them in.
Thursdays, 10:30am - Memoir Writing Workshop
Each year our goal has been to finish up with a small book utilizing the combined stories of all participants. All are welcome.
Thursdays, 1pm - Quilting Class
Fridays, 10:15am - Country Line Dancing
Join Joan Randlett, who will show you some kick-up-your-heels moves. All ages are welcome.
Fridays, 11am - Genealogy

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Programs & Events
23 Science Center Road, Holderness (603) 968-7194
www.nhnature.org
Wednesday, September 2, 9:30-10:30am - Discover Your World Series
Participants learn about the importance of introducing children to the world around them as soon as possible to foster the child's own natural curiosity and sense of wonder. Adult MUST accompany child at no additional cost. Suitable for ages 3 and under.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, through October 15, 4pm - Nature of the Lakes Cruises
Daily, through October 18, 11am, 1pm & 3pm - Explore Squam Lake Cruises
The 3pm cruise on Fridays (through August 21) will be a special "Loon Cruise" where the Science Center Cruise Captain will be joined by a biologist from the Loon Preservation Committee.

Squam Lakes Artisans
Daily, through September 7, 10am-5pm (then weekends only until Columbus Day)
Located at Kirkwood Gardens in the Holderness Inn (formerly the Nature Store)
Route 3, Holderness Village (603) 968-9525
For more information, contact k.roos@verizon.net
Fine arts and crafts by central New Hampshire artisans. Cooperative gallery featuring woodworking, pottery, textiles, photography, paintings, drawings, prints, glass, jewelry, wrought iron and more.

Karl Drerup Art Gallery & Silver Center Exhibits & Events
Karl Drerup Art Gallery hours: Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm & Wednesday, 10am-8pm (and by appointment; closed most PSU holidays)
Silver Center for the Arts: Monday-Thursday, 8am-12noon; Friday, 8am-10pm; Saturday, 12noon-6pm & Sunday, 12noon-10pm (and during performances; closed most holidays)
Plymouth State University, Main 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. All gallery events are free and open to the public.
Wednesday, September 9, 4-6pm - Opening Reception: Up and Down - Overview Effect
Pat Musick collaborates with her husband, Jerry Carr, to produce works that reflect her affinity with nature. Her outdoor site-specific installations convey her belief in the healing power of art and the value of respect for history. At the Karl Drerup Art Gallery; exhibiting through October 24.
Wednesday, September 9, 4-6pm - Opening Reception: Composers
Illustration by Gloria Kamen & Poetry of Place, Sheila Pallay and Donald Hall. At the Silver Center; exhibiting through September 26.

Sandwich Historical Society
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. Self-guided and guided tours available.
Currently on exhibit - The History of the Sandwich Fairs

Cardigan Mountain Art Association
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sunday, 10am-4pm
Corner of Route 4 & Depot Street, Canaan (603) 523-7292
www.cardiganart.org
Non-profit organization promoting the arts in neighboring communities. Numerous artists on display.
CMAA presents a raffle of members' work at their gallery. Current works for raffle are an oil painting by Judith Wright ("Waterfall") and a mini-quilt by Jeannette Stillson. Proceeds to benefit CMAA education program.
Exhibiting through November 1 - CMAA Annual Fall Show: Reflections

Pease Public Library Programs & Events
Monday-Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Thursday & Friday, 10am-5pm; Saturday, 10am-2pm
1 Russell Street, Plymouth (603) 536-2616
www.peasepubliclibrary.org
Passes available to numerous museums & centers, including Canterbury Shaker Village, Currier Art Museum and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, among others.

The Village Artists & Gallery
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.

Surroundings Art Gallery - New England Art
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.
Surroundings Gallery is pleased to have the work of three new artists this summer. Betsy Craumer and Nan McCarthy both use the environment as subject matter. Betsy works in pastels while Nan works in acrylics. Wendy Lichensteiger is a wood carver (mainly birds) who loves using the natural grain of wood to stimulate the feathers of the birds.

Corner House Inn - Live Music in the PUB
Friday evenings
Junction Routes 109 & 113, Center Sandwich (603) 284-6219
www.cornerhouseinn.com
Now serving lunch every day and brunch on Sundays 11:30am-2pm.

Little Church Theater Performances, Art Gallery & Events
Route 113, opposite the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness (603) 968-2250
www.littlechurchtheater.org
Community Art Exhibit
Enjoy various mediums of artwork by local artists including painting, sculpture, photography and embroidery. Free.

Clog Dancing in Sandwich
Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30-11am
Sandwich Recreation Department
Sandwich Central School Gym, Sandwich (603) 284-6473
For more information, contact parks.rec@cyberpine.net.
Clog dancing, or clogging, is an American form of folk dancing or step dancing; the music can be folk, country or pop. This program introduces beginners to clogging and offers experienced cloggers a chance to dance as well. No previous experience required; for all ages.

Plymouth Community Farmers' Market
Thursdays, through September 27, 3-6pm
Community Life Center of the Church of the Holy Spirit
263 Highland Street, Plymouth (603) 536-3823
For more information, contact longview175@adelphia.net
Fresh vegetables, meats, plants, herbs, cut flowers, eggs, soaps, yarn, baked goods and farm crafts. Rain or shine.

Gallery at Red Gate Farm
Tuesday-Saturday, 11-5pm
188 Highland Street, Plymouth (603) 536-4404
www.galleryatredgatefarm.com
Art and fine crafts from local, regional and nationally recognized artists and crafters. Also, a complete selection of quilts.

White Mountain Toastmasters Club
Most Wednesdays, 7pm
Common Man Inn
Plymouth (603) 744-5036
www.toastmasters.org
Toastmasters International is a non-profit, educational organization that empowers people to develop their personal and public speaking skills in a warm, supportive and fun setting. Guests are welcome to attend meetings on the second, third and fourth Wednesday evenings each month, unless otherwise posted.

Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire

phone: 323-7302 email: info@aannh.org web: www.aannh.org

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