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Late Fall - Issue 98
November 11-December 8, 2010
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NH Center for Nonprofits Littleton Workshops: In Designing Great Financials, learn ways to provide financial statements, profit and loss charts, an easy dashboard report and quarterly strategic reports. Wednesday, November 10, 9am-12noon, AHEAD office, 161 Main Street, Littleton. Cost is $15. Register here. In Yes, You Legally Can - Ins and Outs of Nonprofit Advocacy, explore legal "dos and don'ts" for nonprofit lobbying and election-related activities. Gain valuable tools to aid in advocacy efforts and help policymakers, the media, and local officials understand the work of nonprofits. Speaker is Martha McLeod, Executive Director, North Country Health Consortium. Thursday, November 18, 11:30am to 1pm at Littleton Community Center. Bring a bag lunch. Register here. Free to members; $10 Not-Yet-Members.

Executive Leadership Circle Comes to Littleton: Executive Directors select the topics for six sessions based on the challenges they face. Sponsored by the NH Center for Nonprofits and facilitated by consultant Dave Chase. First session is Wednesday, November 17, 9am-noon at Littleton Community Center. Cost is $90 for all six sessions. Register here.

Roundtable on Cultural & Heritage Tourism: Join Van McLeod, commissioner of the NH Department of Cultural Resources, for a roundtable discussion, 2011 Outlook: Challenges and Opportunities in the Coming Year, December 1 from 11am-1pm at the MacDowell Colony in Peterborough. RSVP to Shelly Angers, shelly.angers@dcr.nh.gov.

New England States Touring Grant Deadline December 1: These grants provide support to nonprofit organizations for community-related activities featuring New England performing artists from outside of the applicant's state. Read about them at www.nefa.org.

Take the Creative Concord Online Survey! The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce and the leaders of its Creative Concord initiative are studying the potential of developing affordable live/work space to support the growing creative sector in the city. The online surveys (one for individuals, one for organizations) are open through December 21, and take about 10 minutes to complete. Learn more here.

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Arts, Culture and Heritage in the North Country           

November can bring us days that are clear and cold, warm and sunny, or snowing like crazy! Isn't that what we love about living in northern New Hampshire? This time of year also brings lots of holiday offerings. Browse this bulletin to make plans for a festive season of music, dance, and theatre, or enjoy dozens of other cultural and arts opportunities with family and friends. Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Bulletin instructions: If this e-bulletin comes through for you as one long text message, click on the Arts Alliance website at www.aannh.org for the user-friendly version. Choose "Join our e-list" in the left-hand column, then enter your email address. You will receive an email from the Arts Alliance. Click to update your Profile. At the bottom of the Profile page, select HTML format. Save your changes. That should solve the problem and allow you to view the bulletin more easily.

The bulletin, for you and your guests, is 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; a link is available in the Quick Links section.

Please note that Arts Alliance member organizations are indicated with our member icon and a live link to their websites. We appreciate our members, and encourage you to attend their events.

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. Note: Our bulletin schedule has been revised for the fall and winter. You can find the schedule for deadlines for bulletins at http://docs.google.com/View?docid=dfn3jwsj_9dbbxzpgg.

The submission deadline for the next bulletin,
covering December 9 through January 5, is November 30.
Meet Our New Assistant Director: We are very pleased to welcome Laura Thibault as the Arts Alliance's new Assistant Director. A native of New Hampshire and graduate of the University of New Hampshire, Laura joins us with a strong background in nonprofit management. A resident of Thornton, she most recently worked as an independent nonprofit consultant and previously served as Executive Director of NARAL Pro-Choice New Hampshire from 2002-2007. We look forward to introducing Laura to our members and partners in the months ahead.

Arts in Health Care Project Grants Deadline November 19: Please contact us this week if you are interested in being part of the Arts Alliance's next Arts in Health Care Project grant application. Grants support arts activities, artist residencies and arts training programs that occur in health care facilities, nursing homes and centers serving the elderly. Facilities may also apply directly to the NH State Council on the Arts. The deadline is November 19. Learn more here.

IMAI Brings Adymus Trio to Lancaster Sunday, November 21: We're glad to join the International Musical Arts Institute in presenting the Adymus Trio performing works of Bach, Chausson and Mendelssohn at 2pm, Sunday, November 21, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Lancaster. The program is part of the Northward Bound series, which brings world-class chamber music to the North Country throughout the year. Taiwanese-born violinist Li-Ling Liao and Canadian cellist Brian Mix both live in Vancouver, while pianist Timothy Bozarth lives in Boston. The trio is performing in the Northeast prior to its first tour of Taiwan in December. The suggested donation is $10. Call 323-7302 or email info@aannh.org for additional information.

You're Invited to "Songs and Singing Games" December 4 in Plymouth: Join us on Saturday, December 4, from 9am to noon, as Deborah Stuart leads Songs and Singing Games: Learning Language through Music and Movement, a workshop that explores the rich repertoire of early-childhood music, rhymes, counting-out chants, finger plays and traditional circle and playground games. The workshop, part of the Arts Alliance's Arts in Early Learning collaboration with VSA New Hampshire, is designed for pre-school and early-elementary teachers, children's librarians, child-care providers, parents and community program leaders. Participants will learn by doing, exploring the links between music and language, self-expression and literacy skills, and will take back to their children many new ways to introduce rhythm and music into daily activities. Singing games are also an effective tool for social learning and offer children ways to use these traditional rhymes and games on their own, at school and at home, with their friends and families. Information about recordings, song sheets and resource lists will be made available so that all the material can be used immediately. Cost for the program is $20 for the first participant from a school or site, $10 for additional participants or for students. Scholarships are available. Location and registration information will be posted on our website later this week.

Plymouth State's Annual Integrated Arts Conference Set for January 29: Presented in association with the Arts Alliance and the NH State Council on the Arts, the 16th Annual Integrated Arts Conference will be held on Saturday, January 29, from 8am-4pm, at Silver Center for the Arts, Plymouth State University. The conference, for elementary and secondary school teachers, offers professional development and continuing education workshops. Arts educators and artists learn how to integrate visual art, music, drama and writing into their curriculum, based on the theme of this year's production, Peter Pan. Staff development and graduate credit are available. Registration is $125. For information or to register by telephone, call Deb Stalnaker at (603) 535-2933. The conference schedule and workshop information will be posted online on November 16.

Save the Date for Our Annual "Write Now!" Conference: Our annual "Write Now!" conference is set for April 9, 2011, at Kennett High School, North Conway. Presented in partnership with SAU 9 and dedicated to the memory and legacy of Don Graves, the conference features nationally known author and writing consultant Lester Laminack. Lester, a full-time writer and consultant working with schools throughout the United States, is Professor Emeritus at Western Carolina University. His publications include academic books such as Learning with Zachary (Scholastic) and Volunteers Working with Young Readers (NCTE), and his latest book from Heinemann, Learning Under the Influence of Language and Literature: Making the Most of Read-Alouds Across the Day. Lester is also the author of five children's books. The conference is free to SAU9 educators, parents and community members; early-bird registration (before January 31, 2011) for other participants is $50, $40 for Arts Alliance members. Watch our website for updates and registration information, or call or email us to be put on the conference e-list.
Colebrook Public Library
Monday/Tuesday/Thursday, 2-5:30pm; Wednesday/Friday, 10am-5:30pm; Saturday, 10am-12noon
126 Main Street, Colebrook (603) 237-4808
www.colebrook-nh.com
Thursday, November 11, 6:30pm - Book Discussion Group
The discussion is open to all who have read the book. All are free to join or email their thoughts about the book. Meets every second Thursday of the month. There is no cost for the program, as all the books are borrowed through inter-library loan with the help of the Library.
Wednesdays, 10am - Storyhour
Wednesdays, 3-4pm - Lego Club
Thursdays, 6pm - Movie Night

Connecticut River Artisans Group
Various locations
(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. Various workshops offered every month - check website or call for details.
Artist of the Month at the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital (UCVH) and at the Coos County Nursing Hospital (CCNH): Hans Klunder at UCVH and JoAnn Boydson at CCNH. Interpretive Center's Artist of the Month for November are Patty and Harry Moulton. CRAG members also exhibit at Fiddleheads in Colebrook, featuring a themed art exhibit each month.
Friday, November 12, 5-7pm - Artists' Opening Reception: "Vintage Visions"
Everyone is invited to meet the artists; serving wine and cheese. The CRAG gallery at Fiddleheads is sponsored by a grant from the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.
Friday, November 19, 4pm - CRAG Meeting
Items to be discussed include exhibits and workshops. Meetings held at 4pm the third Thursday of each month (usually) at the Alice M. Ward Memorial Library in Canaan, VT.

Fiddleheads - A Great North Woods Shoppe
Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm
110 Main Street, Colebrook (603) 237-9302
www.fiddleheadsusa.com
Promoting the talents of local, regional and national artisans in all mediums. The fundraising CD, titled The Fireside Fiddlers, Volume 1: Common Fiddle Tunes of Coos County New Hampshire, is available, the sales of which will benefit the new Tillotson Center for performing, visual and heritage arts now being built in Colebrook.
Friday, November 12, 5-7pm - Opening Reception: Vintage Visions
Connecticut River Artisans Group (CRAG) gallery. The CRAG gallery at Fiddleheads is sponsored by a grant from the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund of the New Hampshire Charitable Foundation.

Great North Woods Committee for the Arts
Various locations (603) 237-5500
www.gnwca.org
Funds raised by concerts help the GNWCA continue its ongoing mission of bringing the arts to the Great North Woods. For more information on the GNWCA, as well as a schedule of upcoming concerts, contact Charlie Jordan at (603) 246-8998 or (603) 237-9302.
Sunday, November 14, 7pm - Theremin Concert with Kevin Colosa
Although most people have never heard of a theremin, many people are familiar with its eerie sound. This is a rare opportunity to experience this unique instrument, which is the only instrument played without physical contact. Colosa will be performing a number of classical selections, as well as an original composition, and will be accompanied on piano by Sharon Pearson of Colebrook. Adults are encouraged to bring children, who will find Colosa's performance particularly interesting. Kevin plans to take questions from the audience at the end of the concert and explain how the theremin works. Held at Trinity United Methodist Church on Bridge Street in Colebrook. Advance tickets will be available at Fiddleheads on Main Street in Colebrook, as well as at the door on the night of the performance.

Messiah Coming to Colebrook for Ecumenical Chorus Concert
Saturday, November 20, 6:30-8pm; Sundays, November 28 and December 5 & 12, 6:30-8pm and Sunday, December 19, 7pm
Monadnock Congregational Church, Colebrook
For more information, contact greyhead@avara.net
George Frederick Handel's Messiah (the Christmas section) is coming to Colebrook and the public is invited to be a part of it. The North Country Ecumenical Chorus will be performing this classic, with several parts performed by accomplished soloists. The chorus will be performing six very familiar pieces; singers of all ages, veterans or novices can join the chorus. No audition will be held. All rehearsals and the concert will be held at the Monadnock Congregational Church. The first rehearsal will be on Saturday, November 20, from 6:30-8pm. Three other rehearsals will be from 6:30-8pm on consecutive Sundays, November 28, December 5 and December 12. The performance will be on Sunday, December 19. For more information, email the director, Harry "Bud" Hikel, or call (603) 788-3318.

Errol Heritage Commission Historical Display
Monday, 9-11am; Tuesday, 5-7:30pm; Thursday 8:30-11am
Errol Town Hall (first floor)
33 Main Street, Errol (603) 482-3884 (Debra Freedman)
www.aannh.org/heritage/coos/umbagog.php
The public is invited to enjoy an old photo display, a peek into the rich historic past of the area.
The Commission meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6pm in Errol Town Hall (year-round); open to the public.

Colebrook Area Historical Society Displays & Programs
By appointment
2nd floor at the Colebrook Town Hall
17 Bridge Street, Colebrook (603) 237-4470
www.museumsusa.org/museums/info/1163609
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. Biannual newsletter.
Programs are offered on the second Thursday of the month at 7pm from May to September.

Alice M. Ward Memorial Library & Canaan Historical Society
Thursday, 12noon-5pm; Friday, 10am-5pm; 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 by contacting the museum's curator, Joan Cowan, at 266-7766 or canaanhistorical1791@yahoo.com, as is assistance for individuals interested in doing genealogical research.

Cohos Historical Society Marion Blodgett Museum & Programs
Hours by appointment
Marion Blodgett Museum
Corner of Bog & Hollow Road, Stratford Hollow (603) 922-8337
www.cohoshistoricalsociety.org
Meetings held every third Wednesday at 7pm (summer - during Daylight Savings Time) or 6pm (winter - off DST). Held at Fuller Town Hall, on Route 3 at the flashing yellow light, in the winter.
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 and contemporary crafts of northern NH and VT artists, and classes to capture the creative spirit. Check the website for a complete listing of classes and workshops. Preregistration required - at least a week ahead is preferred.
Create it Today! - Introductory classes offer a chance to sample a skill, complete a new craft, or take home a finished piece of creativity. Families, girlfriend groups, visitors to the North Country, etc. may want to join a group or set up their own creative gathering. Check website for a list of suggestions.
Thursdays, November 11 & 25 and December 9, 6-8pm - Inspiration Thursdays
Bring an art/craft for help & hope. Second and fourth Thursdays each month.
Monday, November 15, 9-11am - Open Basket Networking Group
Bring basket ideas. Need to have intermediate skills and be able to prepare reed. Receive and/or offer help & hope. Usually 3rd Mondays; call to confirm.
Thursday, November 18, 6:30-8:30pm - Sewing Techniques
A how-to class that will focus on those skills one just never got around to learning. To include couching with ribbons and yarns, pintucks, Madeira appliqué, zippers, buttonholes. One session each month, on the third Thursday.
Friday, December 3, 5-7pm - First Friday Reception
Featuring individual artist or artist groups. Light refreshments & usually live music. Call for show focus. First Friday of each month.
Sunday, December 5, 2-4pm - Red Hat Society
Tea, games & camaraderie. First Sunday each month (call to confirm).
Call if Interested for Mondays, 6-8pm - Drawing (review & expand beginner skills)
Thursdays, by appointment, 6-8pm - Knitting & Crochet
Basic stitches, simple to complex. Learn basics or work through a problem with one's own project.
By appointment - Beginner Basket and Chair Caning
Open Pottery Studio - Once familiar with classroom routines, students are welcome to use the equipment, by appointment.

The Colonel Town Players present Pirates of Penzance
Friday & Saturday, November 12, 13, 19 & 20, 7:30pm
Lancaster Town Hall
Main Street, Lancaster (603) 788 4827
www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=56907259582
The Pirates of Penzance, or The Slave of Duty, is a Gilbert & Sullivan comic opera in two acts. Frederick was to be apprenticed to a pilot, but due to a hard-of-hearing nurserymaid, was instead apprenticed to a pirate. Not just any pirate, but the Pirate King, leader of the not-so-fierce "Pirates of Penzance." But now his indentures are over, Frederick's sense of duty calls him to rid the seas of these rather simple ruffians. Despite their track record, the pirates believe that they have an ace up their collective sleeves.

North Country Poetry Workshop
Mondays, November 15 & December 6, 7pm
Weeks Memorial Library
Lancaster
For more information, contact skylake5@myfairpoint.net
Poets gather and share their writing, critique each poem and provide tips on publishing and resources. The Poetry Workshop meets twice a month, on the first and third Monday. For more information, email or call (603) 788-3734.

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
www.weekslib.org
Wednesday, November 17, 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
A time for children's senses to be stimulated through song, stories, fingerplays. Ages: birth-3 years.
Wednesdays, 3-4pm - LEGO Club - No age limit or restriction; kids should bring their imaginations.
Thursdays, 10am - Story Hour and activities for ages 3-5 years.

IMAI Northward Bound Chamber Concert
Sunday, November 21, 2pm
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
113 Main Street, Lancaster (603) 323-7302 (information)
www.imaifestival.org www.aannh.org
Arts Alliance of Northern NH joins International Musical Arts Institute in presenting the Adymus Trio as they perform works of Bach, Chausson and Mendelssohn. The program is part of the Northward Bound series, which brings world-class chamber music to the North Country throughout the year. The Adymus Trio takes its name from an ancient personification of the Morning and Evening star, known today as the planet Venus. The trio is performing in the Northeast prior to its first tour of Taiwan in December. Call or email for additional information.

Happenings at The Omni Mount Washington Resort
Listed events are open to the public - call for details & to confirm
The Omni Mount Washington Resort
Route 302, Bretton Woods (603) 278-8989 or (800) 314-1752
www.omnimountwashingtonresort.com
Thursday, November 25, 11:30am-3pm - Thanksgiving Feast
During the buffet, enjoy music by students of renowned pianist, Mila Filatova. The feast will take place from in the award-winning dining room at The Mount Washington Hotel. Please contact the Activities Concierge Desk for fees and reservations.
November 26-29 - Homecoming Weekend
Kick off the 2010/11 ski and snowboard season at Bretton Woods. Friday evening will feature the annual screening of Warren Miller's 61st feature film. Don't forget about all the great prizes from the Resort's TreeTop Sports. Saturday will bring great skiing, music, food, and the annual Homecoming Brew Tasting.
November 27-December 11 - The Giving Tree
Participate in this community outreach program that benefits designated local charities by helping those that might not otherwise be able to celebrate the holidays. This year marks the seventh year of The Giving Tree, with contributions of children's gifts, monetary contributions, food and clothing.
Most nights, 9pm-12midnight - The Cave Evening Entertainment
Daily, 10am & 3pm - Historic Hotel Tour
Learn about the fascinating history of The Omni Mount Washington Resort. Meet at the Grandfather Clock in the Great Hall. Complimentary.

10th Annual Twin Mountain-Bretton Woods Craft Fair
Saturday, November 27, 9am-3pm
Carroll Town Hall
School Street (intersection of Routes 3 & 302)
Twin Mountain (603) 846-5434
For more information, contact woolhouse1@roadrunner.com
Craft items may include: jams, jellies, wood crafts, maple syrup, quilts, silk flowers, jewelry, hand knitted & crocheted items, polar fleece, wreaths, fabric crafts, nylon rugs, photography, etc. A light lunch and beverages will be available. Sponsored by the Twin Mountain-Bretton Woods Historical Society. Admission is free.

Lancaster Farmers' Market
Saturdays, through December, 9am-12noon
Centennial Park
Main Street, Lancaster (603) 788-3391
For more information, contact townmanager@lancasternh.org
Jewelry, wool, herbalist, goats' milk soap, quilter, artist, fresh local produce, certified organic produce, baked goods, pestos, jellies, jams, cut flowers, plants, honey, berries, photography, embroidered pillows, wood work, basketmaker, meats (beef, pork, lamb). Rain or shine. November-December markets are the 1st & 3rd Saturdays in the Lancaster Town Hall.

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.
White Mountain Cafe & Bookstore Exhibits and Events
Monday-Saturday, 7am-4pm and Sunday, 8am-3pm
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/
Saturday, November 13, 6-9:30pm - Fall Fiddlin' Bash with Shelburne Addition
Celebrate the release of a new local CD, The Fireside Fiddlers, Volume 1: Common Fiddle Tunes of Coos Country, NH. Featuring over 20 local fiddlers, the CD was produced with support from the Tillotson Foundation and all proceeds benefit the new Tillotson Center for performing, visual and heritage arts now being built in Colebrook. On hand will be several fiddlers from the CD. Come for dinner, live music, lattes, cappuccinos and lots of desserts.
Thursday, December 2, 5:30pm - Chef's Evening
Several cafe friends will be hosting a special Pampered Chef party. Review the latest offerings in cookware, kitchenware, cookbooks, bakeware and more. The party is open to the public and light dinner, desserts, beer and wine will be available.

WREN Technology Classes & Business Planning Program
Wednesdays, through November 17, 4:30-8pm
Main Street, Berlin (603) 869-9736
www.wrencommunity.org/events/wren_classes.php
WREN's BETA (Business and Entrepreneurial Technical Assistance) Program
Whether one is starting a new business, struggling with a current business or just has an idea to explore, this program will provide participants with the knowledge and tools for building and growing a profitable business. Learn successful strategies for business using the Core Four business management course, including marketing, financial management and operations planning. With a dinner break.

Pushing Pen Authors Group
Saturday, November 20, 10am-12noon
White Mountains Community College, Room 137
2020 Riverside Drive, Berlin (603) 723-4451 or (603) 752-2062
For more information, contact imgallant@hotmail.com or egallant@ne.rr.com.
Anyone interested in writing is welcome to attend. Meets on the third Saturday of each month except July, August and December (usually). Contact: Irene Gallant

Local Works Berlin Farmers Marketplace - Harvest Market
Saturday, November 20
52 Main Street, Berlin (603) 723-1004 (information)
www.wrencommunity.org
In addition to pumpkins, winter squash, potatoes, turnips and other winter crops, the fall harvest markets feature baked good, maple syrup and lots more.

St. Kieran Center for the Arts Programs
Business hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm
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 selected to celebrate the arts, creativity and local cultural heritage. 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 but donations to support the exhibit series are most welcome and greatly appreciated. St. Kieran Arts Center is hosting a new Quilt Raffle to raise funds for 2010 arts events thanks to the generous donation of a queen-size quilt made by members of the Berlin Quilters Guild. The drawing will be held at the Berlin Jazz Concert.
Through December 15 - Visual Art Exhibition Series: North Country Quilt Sampler
Selections from the 2010 show. Also on display is St. Kieran's 10th anniversary exhibition titled Scrapbook: History and Vision. There is no admission fee but donations are always welcome.
Sunday, November 21 at 2pm - St. Kieran 10th Anniversary Celebration and Berlin Jazz Concert
Saturday, December 4, 3pm - The Fifth Annual Nutcracker Ballet
With over forty dancers in brilliant costumes, the Robinson Ballet's North Country production will bring this holiday classic to life. Tickets available at Northway Banks in Berlin & Gorham, Gill's Florists, Top Furniture and Lazer Works in Colebrook. Held at the Berlin Junior High Auditorium.
Wednesday, Friday & Sunday, December 8, 10 & 12 - North Country Community Concerts

Berlin Quilters Guild Meetings
Monday, December 6, 7pm
Community Room of the St. Kieran Center for the Arts
155 Emery Street, Berlin (603) 752-1607 or 752-3319 or (603) 723-4451
www.materialgirlsquilts.homestead.com
The Berlin Quilters Guild - Material Girls - meets on the first Monday (usually) of each month at St. Kieran. A Sew Day is held on the Saturday following the Monday meeting. All are welcome to join or visit the guild at these meetings.
St. Kieran Arts Center is hosting a new Quilt Raffle to raise funds for 2010 arts events thanks to the generous donation of a queen-size quilt made by members of the Berlin Quilters Guild.
The Guild is always looking for new members.

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, 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. Self-guided Logging Camp Tours.
The Artisans Gift Shop & Display Gallery, open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm and Saturdays (in-season) from 10am-4pm, offers original arts, crafts and gifts.
Tuesday-Saturday, 2pm - River Boats Tours
Wednesdays, 4pm - City of Berlin Sightseeing Tours
These two-hour sightseeing bus tours provide an opportunity to explore this northernmost City of NH and learn some history. The tour encompasses historically significant locations such as Mount Jasper, a mine and quarries worked by prehistoric New England Native Americans dating back 7,000 years, the world renowned Brown Company Research & Development Buildings, the Russian Church, and ethnic neighborhoods of Berlin. Local historian Paul "Poof" Tardiff will give details of how the various cultures that settled this city in the late 1800s and early 1900s helped develop its growth during the boom years.

Gorham Historical Society & Railroad Museum
By appointment. Call or email in advance for schedule
25 Railroad Street (behind town park), Gorham (603) 466-5338
www.aannh.org/heritage/coos/gorhamhist.php
First known as Shelburne Addition, the town was later named Gorham. Explore the rich history of the town, the area and the railroad through artifacts, photographs, railroad exhibits and equipment and more. Museum located within a 1907 Grand Trunk Railway station, with a model railroad and Railroadania steam era exhibits in boxcars. Most of the museum and several box cars are handicapped accessible. Those who would like more information, or who wish to make sure that the museum is open can contact Reuben Rajala at 466-5521 (home) or email the Society.
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. For more information, directions or a ride, call 466-9491 or Cathy Dick at 466-2196.

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 presents exhibits on Berlin's rich history, encompassing its cultural, ethnic and industrial legacies. The museum is highlighting its collection of military memorabilia.
Available for sale: A Postcard History of Berlin
Reading Room is available for perusing through high school yearbooks or doing research in the many Brown Bulletins, city reports, antique ledgers and various historical documents. Genealogy research available.

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
Visit 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.

Eastman Performing Arts Center Presentations
Box Office: Monday-Friday, 9am-1pm
Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center at Fryeburg Academy
745 Main Street, Fryeburg, ME (207) 935-9232
www.fryeburgacademy.org
On display through the beginning of February, 2011 - TRELLIS
A body of work by Katherine Harman Harding, rooted in garden, landscape, memories of women gardeners and their desire to shape and to share their landscapes. A total of 185 scrolls, measuring 4-9 feet in length, made from combinations of felted wool, cotton and silk fabric, printed, painted, discharged, dyed and appliquéd. The exhibit is part of the Pace Galleries of Art.
Wednesday, November 10, 6-7:30pm - Opera Appreciation Workshop
Fryeburg Academy faculty member, Joe DeVito will give an inside look at the week's opera, Don Pasquale, in The Met Opera's Live! In HD Series. No fee, although donations are appreciated.
Friday-Sunday, November 12-14 - All School Musical: Once Upon a Mattress
A musical comedy, the play was written as an adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale The Princess and the Pea.
Saturday, November 13, 1pm - The Metropolitan Opera's Live! in HD Series Presents: Don Pasquale
Anna Netrebko revives her sensational turn in this sophisticated bel canto comedy, opposite Matthew Polenzani, Mariusz Kwiecien, and John Del Carlo in the title role.
Thursday, November 18, 7pm - Fryeburg Academy Lecture Series Presents: Ed Webster
Ed Webster chronicles the bitter and heroic saga of his five "Storm Years" on and off Mount Everest, and his landmark achievement of being part of the smallest team to climb a major new route up Mount Everest: only 4 climbers, no oxygen, no radios, no Sherpas.
Friday, November 19, 7:30pm - An Evening with Hanneke Cassel: Celtic Fiddler Extraordinaire
Influences from Scotland to China, along with grooves and musical innovations from the hip Boston bluegrass/Americana scene, fuse together to create a uniquely American approach to Scottish music. She creates sounds on the cutting edge of acoustic music, while retaining the integrity and soul of the Scottish tradition. With band members Mike Block and Christopher Lewis. A portion of the ticket sales will be going to support Tin Mountain Conservation Center.
Saturday, November 20, 7:30-9pm - AudioBody Show!
"A modern-day Smothers Brothers meets Blue Man Group." Armed with a collection of futuristic instruments, brothers Matt & Jason Tardy, take the stage in an attempt to create the ultimate musical performance, only to find themselves at odds with their own unruly musical inventions. Sibling rivalry, technological mishaps and outrageous happenings collide on stage to create a show full of relentless comedy, amazing stunts, up-beat music, and even a few accidental moments of pure visual beauty.
Wednesday, December 1, 7:30pm - Empire Brass: The Sound of Christmas with Special Guest Elisabeth von Trapp
The granddaughter of Maria and Baron von Trapp joins the critically acclaimed Empire Brass in this holiday celebration filled with enchanting music from around the world.
Wednesday, December 8, 6-7:30pm - Opera Appreciation Workshop
Joe DeVito will give an inside look at the week's opera, Don Carlo. No fee, although donations are appreciated.
Thursday, December 9, 7:30pm - The National Theater of London in HD Presents: Hamlet
Following his celebrated performances at the National in Burnt by the Sun, The Revenger's Tragedy, Philistines and The Man of Mode, Rory Kinnear plays Hamlet.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center
Monday-Saturday, 9am-5pm
Bald Hill Road, Albany (603) 447-6991
www.tinmtn.org
Thursday, November 11, 12noon-1pm - EcoForum
EcoForums are free and open to the public and are presented at noon on the 2nd Thursday each month.
Thursday, November 18, 7pm - Author Discussion: Birding Couple Donald & Lillian Stokes
White Birch Books and Tin Mountain Conservation Center are joining forces again to present an evening with renowned bird and nature authorities Donald and Lillian Stokes. The two will discuss their brand new book, The Stokes Field Guide to the Birds of North America, with a slide show and lecture. Donald & Lillian Stokes are widely recognized as America's foremost authorities on birds and nature. They have written more than thirty books. Books will be available for purchase from White Birch Books www.whitebirchbooks.com.
Saturday, November 20, 7:30pm - Contra Dance
Music by Redwing (Lucy Gatchell and Dexter Harding). Third Saturday of every month.
Wednesdays, 10-11:30am - Nature Nuts
Children and their parents/grandparents can join TMCC 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

Conway Public Library Events & Programs
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 10am-8:30pm, Wednesday 10am-6:30pm, Friday 12noon-5:30pm & Saturday 10am-5pm
15 East Main Street, Conway (603) 447-5552
www.conway.lib.nh.us/index.htm
November Exhibit: Paintings by Sherman LaBarge
Thursday, November 11 - Closed for Veteran's Day
Thursdays, 3:30pm -Young Adult Group
Great food and great fun for grade 6 and older. For details, visit the website or call the Library. *No session on November 11 or 25 (due to holidays)
Saturday, November 13, 10:30am-3pm - American Red Cross Workshop
Register with Meagan Wilson at (603) 812-1828.
Monday, November 15, 10:15am - The Morning Book Group gathers to discuss the selected stories of Alice Munro. The public is welcome to join this group for coffee and conversation.
Wednesday, November 17, 4pm - Meeting of the Trustees of the Conway Public Library, followed by a meeting of the Friends of the Library at 4:30pm. The public is welcome.
Monday, November 22, 6:30pm - Mountain Storytellers Guild
Adults, teens and older children are welcome to come and share original and/or favorite poems, songs and stories. Sign-up sheet for all who would like to participate. Everyone is welcome to come and share, or just to listen. Potluck refreshments - please bring a goodie to share. The library will provide hot cider. Fourth Monday of each month - confirm dates.
Thursday & Friday, November 25 & 26 - Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday
Monday, November 29, 7pm - Author Ted Sares visits the library with his latest publication, Planet Boxing. Refreshments served. Free and open to the public.
November 30-December 16, 10am - Holiday Story Times
Age-appropriate books, songs and action rhymes make up a program that parents and little ones enjoy together. Tuesdays are for 2 year-olds; Wednesdays for babies under 2 years; Thursdays for 3 & 4 year-olds. Guests and older siblings are always welcome. No registration necessary. Free & open to all.
*No Story Times until November 30
Open Mic Night - Usually on the second Monday each month, 6:30-8:30pm (call to confirm date). Poets, writers, acoustic musicians and storytellers are also invited to participate. Just sign up to perform upon arrival. Refreshments served and listeners are very welcome, too.
The Library offers an outreach program to daycare facilities throughout the Town of Conway. Call to schedule the delivery of books, materials and/or live story times. These services are free.

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
Friday, November 12 - Gibson Brothers
These young brothers of bluegrass, write really amazing songs, have beautiful voices and are great on stage. They have an ole timey feel that you can't fake.
Saturday, November 13 - Savoy Family Cajun Band
This family band pays great tribute to the traditional music of Louisiana. Great songs to dance to, played and sung by this terrific band of Cajun musicians.
Tuesday, November 16 - Mary Black Up Close and Personal
Lovely Irish singer has the gift of being able to sing traditional & contemporary music with equal grace.
Wednesday, November 17 - Arlo Guthrie Band
Performing with a great group of musicians... one of whom is his son. Also, backing him and gracing the stage will be the Burns Sisters... a terrific trio of gal singers in equally terrific harmony.
Sunday, November 21 - Waltzings for Dreamers New Music for Free Series, Featuring Sierra Hull
A rising mandolin star as a teenager, Sierra Hull is slated to be the next Alison Krauss. She has played with the who's who of bluegrass royalty. Tickets are free admission by reservation only.
Saturday, November 27 - Jerry Douglas
When a musical group needs a dobro guitar player, Jerry Douglas is the go-to guy. Artists from Garth Brooks and Alison Krauss to Paul Simon and Ray Charles have sought him out to add just the right touch of classic Americana.
Thursday, December 2 (doors open at 11:30am) - Christmas Rooster: Holiday Show and Luncheon
After serving up a nice hearty lunch and dessert, Stone Mountain follows up with a little holiday show featuring Carol Noonan and friends.
Saturday, December 4, 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm) - Dana Cunningham and Carol Noonan at the Little White Church for Christmas
With special guest cellist Max Dyer. Annual concert at this special place on Crystal Lake in the quaint village of Eaton NH. There will be light refreshments available at intermission.
Sunday, December 5 - Stone Mountain Arts Center's Annual Open House & Craft Fair
Featuring the best of the area's artisans, neighborhood carriage rides with Donna the Wonder Horse, and of course Santa will be there too serving up the famous "Just Good Chili" and other savories, and of course some Christmas cheer.
Monday, December 6 - Up Close and Personal: Nanci Griffith
Whether performing her own poetically evocative material or the compositions of her influences, friends and peers, Grammy award winning Nanci Griffith possesses a powerful gift for communicating unspoken intimacy and heartache through her tender voice and lilting, delicate phrasing.
Wednesday, December 8 - Charo Up Close and Personal
Come taste a little Vegas for an evening and be wowed by this legendary performer. Charro plays flamenco guitar like nobody's business, and her ballads are as heartfelt as you can get.

Jackson Grammar School & Whitney Community Center Events
Main Street, Jackson Village (603) 383-6861
www.jacksongrammar.org
The community center offers many options and spaces for public use. There is a large Main Hall with a stage and seating up to 250. The bright Art Room with working height tables accommodates about 15 people. A small conference room, with a table and chairs, is available for up to eight people. Detailed information and availability can be found on the School's website. Handicap accessible.
Saturday, November 13, 6:30-7:30pm - Family Dance
These are circle dances, contra dances, all sorts of fun and easy dances for ages 5 to 105. Redwing (Lucy and Dexter) will be teaching these easy dances and providing the live music.
Tuesdays, 5pm & 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.

Remick Museum hosts Historic Thanksgiving, Genealogy Workshops and Children's Story Hours
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, Captain Enoch Remick House
26 Great Hill Road & 58 Cleveland Hill Road, Tamworth (603) 323-7591 or (800) 686-6117
www.remickmuseum.org
On Exhibit - Art of Homesteading
Illustrates the history of homesteading, including tools, craftspeople and traditions that helped to build the country and that have given Americans the freedoms enjoyed today. No admission charge.
Saturday, November 13, 11am-3pm - Historic Thanksgiving
Enjoy some good food, a warm fire, country crafts, and a healthy dose of history at Historic Thanksgiving. For the young ones, all day craft-making, including pine-cone turkeys. Thanksgiving exhibits, explore the Museum, visit all of the farm animals or hop on the horse-drawn wagon ride with Belgian horses, Lady and Brandi. The museum interpreters will prepare a traditional Thanksgiving meal on the open hearth using historic recipes. The menu for Historic Thanksgiving includes roasted turkey, bread sauce stuffing-dressing, hearth bread and butter, boiled cider pie, Indian pudding, cranberry sauce and pumpkin stuffed with apples. In the English Barn, guests can try their hand at making apple cider, and make a corn cob feather dart.
Wednesday, December 1, 10am-12pm or 1-3pm and Monday, December 6, 1-3pm - Genealogy Workshops
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. An initial registration fee provides a starter packet with forms and charts. First Monday & Wednesday each month
Monday, December 6, 10-11am - Story Hour for Preschoolers
Free story hour throughout 2010 for preschool ages that will feature seasonal children's books. Each story hour will conclude with some outside farm time or an inside craft activity.
Museum open year-round: Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm, except major holidays; guided tour at 2:30pm.

Denmark Arts Center Events
Call for hours (to view exhibits)
50 West Main Street (on Route 160), Denmark Village, Me. (207) 452-2412
www.denmarkarts.org
Saturday, November 13, 7pm - Open Mic
All abilities welcome. Second Saturday of each month.
Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm - Singers Workshop
With different levels on alternate weeks, open to adults of any age.
Scheduled Individually - Guitar lessons are offered by artist-in-residence Wayne Peabody.

North Conway Music Shop Workshops & Events
Monday-Friday, 10am6pm and Saturdays, 10am-4pm
Route 16 (just north of village), North Conway (603) 356-3562
www.northconwaymusic.com
Workshops, jam sessions, master classes and more. Want to play? Want to learn? Want to teach? Call or email with ideas and requests.
World Is Never Quiet - A blog featuring writing on music, much of which is specific to the Mount Washington Valley. http://northconwaymusicblog.blogspot.com/
YouTube Video Contest - Submit a video of oneself using a piece of gear that was purchased from the Music Shop. It could be a saxophone, a guitar pedal, a piece of sheet music, a particularly awesome pick or just about anything else. Each month, the submitted video with the greatest number of views will win a North Conway Music gift card, and will be featured on the home page of the website. Contest runs monthly. Submit entries to brian@northconwaymusic.com or visit the website.
Saturday, November 13, 6-7:30pm - Mike Stockbridge Guitar Clinic
A variety of workshops, clinics, seminars and performances are offered. Free to the public - everyone invited. Those interested in leading or attending a workshop are encouraged to call or email Brian Charles at service@northconwaymusic.com.
Saturday, November 20, 6-7:30pm - Mike Stockbridge Jazz and Blues Clinic
Meet new area teachers, listen to some great music, and learn about improv and Jazz/Blues. Free and open to the public.

Bartlett Recreation Classes, Programs & Events
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm
Josiah Bartlett Elementary School
Route 302, Bartlett (603) 374-1952
www.bartlettnh.org
Anyone interested in offering a course for the next session can call Annette Libby, Director, Bartlett Recreation Department.
Saturday, November 13, 10am-2pm - Holiday Craft Fair
Many new and returning crafters. The children's shopping area will be open to children to purchase their family gifts. Everything is priced low and is wrapped and tagged. No adults please; elves will aid them in their shopping. Bartlett Recreation will be serving up soup, sandwiches, hot dogs, chips, drinks, muffins, cupcakes, and homemade apple crisp and ice cream. Free door prize tickets.
Tuesdays, through November 16, 4-5pm - Zumba with Gerrie Beck
This fusion of Latin and International dance music moves create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness regime. A drop in rate is being offered for those who want to give it a try.
Sunday, November 28, 8-11am - Breakfast with Santa
Join Bartlett Rec at the Masonic Temple in North Conway for a full hot breakfast made to order, not to mention a picture with Santa, candy cane, a wrapped present and a lot of fun. A raffle will also be held; anyone who brings a non perishable item for the food pantry will receive a free raffle ticket. This is also a fundraiser for Bartlett Rec; funds aid in the support of all the free programs and events offered through the nonprofit organization.
Saturday, December 4 - Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Memory lights for the tree purchased through Bartlett Rec will be published in a brochure, read aloud and placed on a sign that will remain up through the winter months. This is a great way to honor a loved one who may have passed, or a cancer survivor, honor a special event, or even to show support for a military member. All proceeds benefit the Bartlett Recreation Department. For more information call Bartlett Rec, or download a request form on the website.

Workshop for Businesses and Nonprofit Organizations
Tuesday, November 16, 9am-12noon
Mt. Washington Valley Economic Council - Tech Village
57 Technology Lane, Suite 100, Conway (603) 447-8900
www.thetechvillage.com
Web Based Marketing Series: How to Use Facebook, Twitter and Other Tools Effectively
Presented by Allen & Lani Voivod, Epiphanies, Inc.

Mount Washington Valley Children's Museum Activities & Events
Wednesday, 10am-1pm; Thursday-Saturday, 10:30am-4:45pm; Sunday, 9am-1pm (subject to change)
2936 White Mt Highway, North Conway (603) 356-2992
www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org
This interactive children's museum has an extensive number of permanent exhibits and hours of fun for children 0-8 yrs. The museum has a new exhibition: The Tree of History will be the focus of fantastic happenings. The new Let's Pretend Drama Center lets children dress up in costumes and pretend. Leave at any time and come back the same day without an additional charge. Remember to visit the Little Green Closet Thrift Store - donations of beautiful children's clothing accepted.
Tuesdays, through November 16, 4pm - Musical Explorers Series
Children ages 6-9 years old explore exciting instruments and musical styles through hands-on experiences. Call to register. This series is presented by Mountain Top Music Center in collaboration with the MWV Children's Museum.

Freedom Public Library Events & Programs
Tuesday & Thursday, 2-7pm; Wednesday & Saturday, 10am-1pm; Friday, 12noon-5pm
38 Old Portland Road, Freedom (603) 539-5176
www.freedompubliclibrary.org
Volunteers are needed to make cookies for the Thursday and Friday youth programs. To volunteer, sign up at the Library, call the library, or email Elizabeth at freedomlibrary@roadrunner.com.
Thursday, November 18, 4-5pm - Book Discussion Group for Children
The book is The Thief by Megan Whalen Turner, copies of which are available at the Library. Popcorn will be served. Grades 4-6.
Fridays, through November 19, 4:30-5:30pm - Sock Knitting Workshop with Raetha Stoddard
Participants should already know how to cast on and how to knit and purl. A materials list will be provided at registration. A fourth class to finish up will be scheduled, date TBA.
Friday, November 19, 5pm - Pizza & Movie: Ramona & Beezus
This PG movie is based on a series of books by author Beverly Cleary. Cheese pizza from Freedom Market will be available for purchase and cookie-makers are needed. Please call to volunteer.
Monday, November 29, 10:30am - Freedom Library Book Club is reading Old Filth by Jane Gardam. Copies of this book are available at the Library and all are welcome to participate.
Wednesdays, 10-11am - Preschool Story Time for ages 2-5 and their caregivers. Listening to stories, playing rhythm instruments, doing fingerplays, singing songs, and creating a cool craft.
Wednesdays, 10am - Writing Workshop
Students going into 5th grade and older are invited to attend. Come to one or all - drop-ins welcome.
Thursdays, 5:30-8:30pm - Teen Night
Each week a craft or activity (and the Wii will always be available) followed by pizza (fee) and a movie. Check the website for full schedule of movies. 7th grade or older.
Fridays, 4:30pm - Adult Knitting Group
Instructor Sally Florio will be on hand for anyone who needs help with their knitting.
Family passes available to Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and The Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm. Call to reserve.

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.facebook.com/JacksonLibraryNH
The Adult Book Group will meet on Tuesday, November 16, 5pm to discuss The Ayatollah Begs to Differ by Hooman Majd.
Bookworms from Space (grades 4-5-6) will meet for the last time in the little library on Thursday, November 18, after school. Come for a snack and to talk about the book, which is The Single Shard by Linda Sue Park. As always, there are copies at the library to borrow.
Closed November 20-December 7, as the Library moves to its new location next to Jackson Town Offices.
Teen Book Group meets the third Tuesday each month (usually). Free and open to all teen readers in grades 7 and up. Copies of the book available at the Library. Refreshments served. www.jacksonvillage.net/Public_Documents/JacksonN H_Library/teenreading.
Wednesdays, 10am - Children's Storytime
Stories, songs and a craft. This program is free and open to all preschoolers (up to age 6), their siblings and their caregivers.
NH Downloadable Audiobooks & Talking Book programs available. Free internet & wireless access.

Arts Council of Tamworth presents Miss Tess & The Bon Ton Parade
Saturday, November 20, 7:30pm
Tamworth Village (603) 323-8104
www.artstamworth.org
Start the holiday season in style with a fun, romantic, jazzy, bluesy evening at the Brass Heart Inn in Chocorua. ACT! is thrilled to present jazz guitarist and singer extraordinaire Miss Tess and her band, The Bon Ton Parade. Cash bar and refreshments available. Bring a non-perishable food pantry donation to be entered in a drawing to win a Miss Tess CD. For tickets and more information, call or visit the website.

Mountain Top Music Center Performances, Classes & Lessons
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
111 Main Street, Conway (603) 447-4737
www.mountaintopmusic.org
Mountain Top Music is scheduling students for music lessons and classes; enrollment is underway now. Private lessons available. Classes held at MTMC unless otherwise noted. Some instruments available for rental. Please call for more information or to register. Check website for details and full schedule.
Saturday, November 20, 7:30pm - MTMC Home Concert in Collaboration with the International Musical Arts Institute
Featuring IMAI artists Li-Ling Liao, violin; Brian Mix, cello and Tim Bozarth, piano. Location to be announced. Call or visit the website for reservations.
Friday, December 3, 7:30pm - Let It Snow, Let It Snow!
Featuring jazz pianist, Tom Snow, and saxophonist, Mike Sakash playing jazz standards and seasonal swing. At at private home in Jackson. Call or visit the website for reservations.
Mondays, through December 20, 10-10:45am - Pre-School Music
Children from age 3 to 5 use familiar folk songs to learn principles of rhythm and pitch. Children sing, dance and play rhythm instruments. Children learn patterns necessary for further music study. Pre-reading skills are incorporated in drawing and coloring activities.
Mondays, through December 20, 3:30 - 4:45 pm - After School Jazz
Mondays, through December 20, 4-4:45pm - Group Guitar (Ages: 6-9)
Mondays, through December 20, 4:45-5:30pm - Keyboard Kids (Ages: 5-7)
Mondays, through December 20, 7-8pm - Beginning Orchestra (Adults)
Mondays, through December 20, 7-9pm - Chamber Ensemble (Ages: High School & Adult)
Tuesdays, through December 14, 10-11:30am - Tuesday Morning Blues (High School & Adult)
Tuesdays, through December 14, 4:14-5pm - Strings After School (Ages: 7-10)
Tuesdays, through December 14, 6:30-8pm - Adult Singers Workshop (High School & Adult)
Wednesdays, through December 15, 4:30-5:15pm - Beginning Harmonica ( Ages: 10 and up)
Wednesdays, through December 15, 5:30-6:15pm - Folk Band for Beginners ( Ages: 9 and up)
Wednesdays, through December 15, 6:30-7:45pm - Community String Band ( Ages: 9 and up)
Learn to play traditional New England, Appalachian and Celtic music. Repertoire includes reels, jigs, hornpipes, hoedowns, rags, marches and waltzes. Explore the roles of different instruments in a string band and how to create harmonies, accompaniments and arrangements. Tunes are taught by ear, however written music can be provided. Students may drop-in any time to join.
Wednesdays, through December 15, 7-9pm - Community Orchestra (Adults)
The ensemble performs throughout the Mount Washington Valley. Free; meets at Kennett Middle School.
Thursdays, through December 16, 9:30-10am - Music for Babies
Free introductory class for birth-18 months. Babies play interactive games involving familiar songs, rhymes and rhythm. Activities are designed to stimulate babies' cognitive development.
Thursdays, through December 16, 10:15-11am - Music for Toddlers
Children ages 18 months-3 years and their caregivers dance, play rhythm instruments, sing and play games using familiar songs. This class stimulates musical and cognitive development.
Thursdays, through December 16, 4-4:45pm - Kid's Drums and Songs (Ages: 5-8)
Thursdays, through December 16, 4-5pm - Young People's Jam Band ( Ages: 8 and up) Thursdays, through December 16, 5-6:30pm - Youth Orchestra ( Ages: 8-14)
Thursdays, through December 16, 7-8pm - Jam Band ( Ages: High School and Adult)

Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association
MWV Visual Arts Center
Norcross Place, downtown North Conway, next to the RSN studio
(207) 935-4079 or (603) 356-0764 or (603) 356-2787
www.mwvarts.org
Visit the website for a complete listing of classes and events, as well as scholarship applications.
On Exhibit - The Art Group: Eleven Artists for November
An exhibition featuring multiple works of eleven juried artists from The Art Group, formerly known as "Ossipee Riverlands Artists League." Artist members work in various mediums including watercolor, oil, acrylic, encaustic, mixed media, collage, ceramics, tapestry and photography.
Call for Artists - To exhibit in the January 2011 juried Members' Winter Theme Show, titled Contemplation: Images of Personal Reflection
Tuesdays, through November 23, 9am-12noon - Intermediate Watercolors with JP Goodwin.
In this class, students will learn how to draw and compose their subject in preparation for a finished watercolor painting. They will also apply and practice their beginning watercolor skills and at the end of the course, be able to create a strong painting from start to finish. This class is designed for students who understand basic watercolor skills and would like to proceed to the next level - a perfect follow up to Sharon Soule's "Watercolor for the Absolute Beginner" class. Materials list provided upon registration. Class size: 8
Tuesdays, through November 23, 6-8pm - Painting with Wool with Linda Spear
Learn how to hook an original design from start to finish using traditional hooking techniques. Kit furnished includes linen foundation, hand-dyed wool fabrics, hook and finishing materials for a 14X20 project. Class size: 8
Friday, December 3, 5:30-7:30pm - First Friday Artist of the Month Reception
Light refreshments will be served. Admission is free and open to the public. The public is invited. First Friday of each month (usually). Alternating months will feature individual artists and group exhibits spotlighting a particular medium or theme.
Fridays, 9am-12:30pm - Friday Painters' Open Studio
Join other artists for this open studio session every Friday. Bring a project, in whatever medium, and enjoy the camaraderie of other artists. Optional short critique to end each session. Free and open to the public. All ages, abilities and mediums welcome.

Pottery & Crafts at The Artery
The Artery Ceramic & Craft Studio in Timberland Plaza
Thursday-Saturday and Monday, 10am-5pm; Sunday, 12noon-4pm; Tuesday, 10am-7:30pm; Wednesday, 10am-6pm
1675 White Mountain Highway, North Conway (603) 356-7725 or (602) 452-8257 (cell)
www.arteryinc.com
Sunday, November 21, 12noon-4pm - Brian Murphy will be doing a wheel workshop. Please call to reserve a space; deposit in advance required.
Tuesdays, 6-7:30pm - Kids' Night Out
Reservations and payment must be made in advance. Five years old and up.
Specials on Sundays & Tuesdays too.

Jackson Historical Society Programs, Museum, Art Gallery
Saturdays, 1-4pm
Jackson Historical Society White Mt Art Gallery & Museum
Route 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.
River Arts Gallery in the Jackson Historical Society, a cooperative featuring Jackson artists, is exhibiting work for sale. For more information about River Arts Gallery, please visit www.riverartsgallery.com or email riverartsjackson@gmail.com.
Thursday, December 2 - Membership Meeting and Potluck Supper (Christmas Farm Inn barn)

Believe in Books Literacy Foundation Events
100 Acre Wood
Go through the gate (across from Town Hall Road) and follow the signs to the parking area
41 Observatory Way, Intervale (603) 356-9980
www.believeinbooks.org
Believe in Books is on FaceBook and Twitter. Individual, Couple, Family and Corporate BIBLF memberships available. Member benefits include: free Polar Express lottery entry, merchandise discount, monthly members-only Polar Express ticket drawing. Those who would like to volunteer for any of the activities or events listed below or future events can call or email carrie@believeinbooks.org.
Trails in the Wood are open for the season, 7 days a week, 9am-5pm. Enjoy 8K of running, walking & biking trails in the enchanted 100 Acre Wood.
The Polar Express Event is right around the corner! Believe in Books is always looking for elves, chefs and greeters to help throughout the season. Sign up forms are available at www.polarexpress.org or in our office.

Madison Historical Society Programs
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 Palette, The Life and Times of Charles A. Hunt by Madison author Roy Bubb to benefit the Building Restoration Fund.
Meetings are held on the third Thursday of May, June, July, August and September.

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.
The Society presents a wide variety of monthly programs, held at the Salyards Center for the Arts beginning at 7pm on the second Tuesday of each month (6pm for potluck suppers). All programs open to the public.

Register for Jeanne Limmer Dance Classes and Performances
Jeanne Limmer Dance Center at Eastern Slope Inn Plaza
Main Street, North Conway (603) 356-3422
For more information, contact danceit@data-web.net
Classes for pre-schoolers through adults - modern, movement exploration, ballet, pointe, tap, jazz and hip hop.

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 photographs of the White Mountains and surrounding region. Also on display and for sale at White Mountain Artisans Gallery and Zeb's General Store, North Conway; League of NH Craftsmen, Littleton & Meredith; Flossie's General Store, Jackson Village.

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

Programs & Events at the Madison Library
Monday, 2-5pm; Tuesday/Friday, 10am-6pm; Wednesday/Thursday, 2-7pm; Saturday, 9am-1pm
1895 Village Road (Route 113), Madison (603) 367-8545
www.madison.lib.nh.us
Fridays, 11am - Story Time
Stories, rhymes and an easy craft for preschoolers.

Cook Memorial Library Programs & Events
Tuesday & Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Friday, 10am-5pm & 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

The Farmers Table - Community Lunch, Community Art
Thursdays, 12noon
The Community School
Route 25E to Route 113 to 1164 Bunker Hill Road, South Tamworth (603) 323-7000
www.reyfoundation.org/?p=1861
The Rey Foundation and The Community School serve hot lunches at The Community School, available to community members on a voluntary donation basis. One of the target groups for these lunches is young mothers and children. In order to provide an additional appeal to this group, the Rey Foundation will offer Chalk Talk drawing and storytelling sessions during and after lunch, from 12:30-1:30pm.
The Farmer's Table uses the Community School's licensed kitchen and the bounty from its certified organic farm and many local farmers to benefit those in the Bearcamp Valley looking to supplement their weekly food budget with a healthy, balanced meal. In addition, the project will eventually provide classes on cooking and preserving home-grown food, practices which are becoming lost in modern culture. An email or phone call is appreciated so that enough food can be made for all.

Chocorua Public Library Events & Programs
Sundays, 1-5pm; Mondays & Thursdays, 1-7pm
25 Deer Hill Road (Routes 16 & 113), Chocorua (603) 323-8610
www.chocorualibrary.org
Thursdays, 5:30-6:30pm - Adult Read-Alouds
The librarians, Marion Posner and Peggy Johnson, both seasoned performers, share the weekly hour, featuring long and short reads with their signature styles.
The Library will bring stories and suggestions for activities to anyone's childcare setting, whether it is at a home or a larger site. The library can also deliver books; call for delivery. This outreach program is for both seniors and childcare providers, as well as anyone who is not able to come in to the Library. The Library is looking for volunteers to help with outreach, inventory and other projects.

MWV Stompers Square Dance Club
Mondays, 7pm
Conway Elementary School
160 Main Street, Conway 447-5863 or (207) 647-9464
mwvstompers.squaredanceme.us/
MWV Stompers square dance club meets every Monday with expert caller and instructor, Darrel Sprague. Admission; 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
All are welcome, even those who have never danced the Tango before. Please reply ASAP if interested. Wear well-supported shoes. Isabel gives Spanish lessons, just prior to her Tango class, at the MET coffee shop in North Conway on Sundays. The first class, (beginners) runs from 10:30-11:30am; the second (beginners with some knowledge of the language) from 11:40am-12:40pm. Classes are ongoing and new people can join anytime. If interested, please email rdeveli@roadrunner.com.

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 Public Library Programs
Mondays & Wednesdays, 2-8pm; Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2-5pm; Saturdays, 11am-3pm
1 Main Street (Route 302), Bartlett (603) 374-2755
www.bartlettpubliclibrary.org
If anyone is interested in a volunteer opportunity, the Library is looking for someone to assist with an audio weeding project.
The NH Downloadable Book Program, an internet-based library, is now available. Come to the library to obtain a personal 14-digit number and learn how to download books at home utilizing this service.
Financial Management Series: Designing Great Financials for Nonprofits
Wednesday, November 10, 9am-12noon
AHEAD office
161 Main Street, Littleton
www.nhnonprofits.org
Preparing financial reports that all board and management staff can decipher, learn from, and use for informed decision-making is an art. In this session, learn ways in which to provide financial statements, profit and loss charts, an easy dashboard report and quarterly strategic reports that are clear, fluid and prompt.

Littleton Area Chamber of Commerce Offerings
Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-6561
www.littletonareachamber.com
Wednesday, November 10, 3:30-5:30pm - 18th Annual Economic Development Celebration: Investing in Our Future
Community members are invited to the Grand Opening for the newly constructed Littleton Opera House Welcome Center and Chamber offices, followed by the much anticipated economic update and program of quick and sometimes news-breaking presentations. After the Economic Update, attendees may join one or both of two tours. The first will be a top-to-bottom tour of the Opera House/Town Building, with a final stop on the Riverview level at the Littleton Area Historical Society & Museum. The second will be the award-winning downtown bronze plaque tour. RSVPs are required; call the Chamber or email cstearns@littletonareachamber.com.
Wednesday, November 17, 9am-12noon - Web Based Marketing Series: How to Use Facebook, Twitter and Other Tools Effectively
Presented by Allen & Lani Voivod, Epiphanies, Inc. Held at Granite State College, Littleton. To register, or for additional information, contact Kelli at (603) 447-6622 or kelli@mwvec.com

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. Craftsmen Retail Gallery Online Store now open at www.nhcrafts.org/store/.
Saturday, November 13 - Traveling Jewelry Exhibition: Intuitive Botany
Paulette Werger, featured craftsperson for the 2010 Traveling Exhibition, is juried in metal, creates one-of-a-kind jewelry, vessels and flatware. Paulette will be at the Gallery to discuss her work and give a demonstration of techniques used in creating her pieces. Her exhibition, entitled Intuitive Botany, will be on display at the Gallery during the month of November.
Register now for classes; the schedule is available online, or email Littleton.studio.school@gmail.com. Unless noted otherwise, preregistration is required for all classes. The Studio School is an affiliate of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen
Thursdays, November 11 & 18 and December 2 & 9, 6-9pm - Guided Open Session with Jean Matray
Students work independently on their projects, with advice on design & technical issues. New topics of interest will be suggested for the group to learn as a whole, including bezel setting, complex soldering, hinges, moving parts, cold connections and etching. The group will select which topic they would like to explore together during the session. Students are encouraged to discuss projects & learn from one another, as well as from the instructor. Students supply their own material for projects.
Fridays, November 12 & 19 and December 3 & 10, 6:30-8:30pm - Introduction to Figure Study
In this study, with Ed Kadunc, of the human figure (not nude) students will draw the live model and discuss balance, proportion, weight, character structure, musculature, portraiture, light and shadow, perspective, and other relationships. Both technical and creative fundamentals will be addressed. Students and the instructor will be asked to periodically volunteer for model duty.
Saturday, November 13, 9am-2pm - Tote Basket with Carol Pires
This beautiful and sturdy basket fits next a driver's seat or grocery cart and can act as a catchall for many things. It is made with two large square hoop handles woven through the base.
Saturdays, November 13 & 20, 9am-12noon - Porcelain Jewelry with Jennifer Ranz
Create unique earrings, pendants, pins or barrettes from porcelain clay. The pieces will be ready to glaze during the second session.
Saturday, November 13, 10am-5pm - Wild Wires with Joy Raskin
Experiment with coiling, wrapping, tinkering, weaving, twining, braiding, crotchet, knitting, twisting and more to make all kinds of fabulous jewelry & accessories.
Saturday, November 20, 9am - Wire Works with Maria Gross
Learn to bend and twist wire of different colors and thicknesses with a variety of pliers, then finish with different hammered textures, paints and/or wire wrap with beads. Students will make earrings, rings, necklaces or brooches. Ages: 12+
Saturday, November 20, 9am-12noon - Mandala Workshop with Lore Caldwell
Mandalas are symbolic in nature, creating a meditative or sacred space. Using the mandala shape, explore drawing, painting and collage using this new approach.
Saturday, December 4, 10am-5pm - Bangles with Jean Matray
Create a bangle bracelet from copper or silver while learning the basics of metalsmithing. The class will focus on soldering, sawing, forming, filing, fitting & texturing metal by using stamps & hammers. Simple finishing techniques will be explored. Each student will finish one copper bracelet & if time allows, one silver bracelet. No prior experience necessary.
Sunday, November 14, 10am-5pm - Tube & Flush Stone Setting with Joy Raskin
Learn tubular bezel setting for faceted stones. Students will use both commercial tube bezels and make their own custom settings. Basic metalsmithing skills are necessary.
Mondays, through December 13, 3:30-5:30pm - Creative Clay with Cecily Yarosh
This class introduces the students to the world of possibilities of working with clay. Build with slabs, mold clay around a form, pinch coils and sculpt the clay with tools. On the last class the students will glaze their work; which will be fired & ready for pickup by Christmas. Ages: 7+
Mondays, through December 13, 6:30-8:30pm - Introduction to Drawing with Kristine Lingle
Explore the fundamentals of drawing, including concepts, techniques and materials. Lessons will focus on line, shape, value, proportion, composition and perspective. Subject matter includes landscape, still life and portraiture. Students will learn to use a variety of materials, including graphite, charcoal and ink. Appropriate for beginners and experienced students who want to improve their skills. www.paintinginpajamas.blogspot.com
Tuesdays, November 16 & 23, 3:30pm - Little Plates for Little Hands with Maria Neal
Children (6 and up) will make their own plates using a mold, and then create textures & designs for decoration. The plates will be under-glazed & food-safe when complete.
Tuesdays, December 7 & 14, 3:30pm - Christmas Ornaments with Maria Neal
Kids will stamp out ornaments using cookie cutters, or create their own forms & decorate them with simple techniques, colorful under-glazes & their creativity. Ornaments will be ready for pick-up before Christmas. Ages: 6+
Tuesdays, November 16-December 14, 6-8pm - Hand-building with Clay with Lilias Ide
Students bring their ideas to life with coiling, pinching and building slabs. Functional, decorative and sculptural objects can all be made by hand-building.
Tuesdays, through November 23, 6-8:30pm - Introduction to Oil Painting with Ed Kadunc
Covering technical aspects, including tools (brushes, canvas, gesso, paints, mediums, varnishes); color (mixing, values, tones, thickness/thinness of application); brushwork techniques, and various applications of color to canvas. Also, creative aspects, and how to progress from initial idea to completed painting.
Tuesdays, through December 28, 6-9pm - "Walk-In" Guided Open Session
Have a project that needs one or two nights of work, but need a little help? During these sessions past or current students' work on their own projects, with assistance from Jean Matray. Participants should bring their own materials.
Tuesday, November 16, 6:30-8:30pm - Color Mixing In Oils with Ed Kadunc
Light, shadow, mood and other variables affect how painters put color on canvas. Students will study the properties of particular colors, decipher their compositions, and learn to recreate them on their palettes. A limited numbers of essential tube colors can be mixed into most colors of the total spectrum. By exploring color theory, create and modify color combinations to match the intended motifs.
Wednesdays, November 17 and December 1, 8 & 15, 1-4pm OR Thursdays, November 11 & 18 and December 2, 9, & 16, 1-4pm - Throwing with Alison Dodd
Alison works with all experience levels, from beginners to those who want to improve their throwing skills or to focus on aspects of form or surface design. No clay experience necessary.
Wednesdays, through November 17, 6-9pm - Granulation Earrings with Annie Salter
Granulation is the process of fusing tiny metal spheres of silver or gold in a decorative pattern to a surface of the same metal. It is an ancient technique, producing a beautiful, delicate effect. Participants will make at least 1 pair of earrings using Argentium silver.
Wednesdays, November 10 & 17 and December 1, 8 & 15, 6:30-8:30pm - Still Life Painting in Oils with Kristine Lingle
Still life is an arrangement of fruit, vegetables, flowers or other objects. Emphasis will be on looking and seeing what is being painted, as well as on form, volume, value, contrast and composition. Each class will begin with a demo and end with a critique. All levels welcome. www.paintinginpajamas.blogspot.com
Thursdays, November 11 & 18, December 2 & 9, 6-9pm - Metals Guided Open Session
Jean Matray meets with students to work independently on projects, advising on design & technical issues. New topics will be taught, including bezel setting, complex soldering, hinges, moving parts, cold connections & etching. Students supply their own materials.
Sundays, 10am-1pm; Mondays, 6-9pm; Tuesdays, 10am-2pm; Fridays, 10am-1pm - Open Studio time is available for pottery students registered for pottery classes and individuals who have demonstrated experience working with clay.
By appointment - Metal Open Studio is available for students to work on projects independently. A monitor will be available to oversee the studio and to answer questions. The pre-requisite is Jewelry I and at least one course of Guided Open Session.

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 and Tai Chi classes.
Thursday, November 11, 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 personal movements to music old and new.

White Mountain School Cultural Events Series
Great Hall of the White Mountain School
371 West Farm Road, Bethlehem (603) 444-2928
www.whitemountain.org
Saturday, November 13, 1-3pm - Admissions Fall Open House
For prospective students and their families. Information sessions, tours and mini-classes. To register, call or email admissions@whitemountain.org.

The ARTS Gallery Exhibits, Events & Classes
Wednesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm
28 S 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. The ARTS Gallery is a non-profit artisan cooperative operating under the umbrella of the Ammonoosuc Region Arts Council. Interested in becoming a member? Contact Janet Moriarty at jdmoriarty@roadrunner.com or (603) 838-6797.
To register for classes, or for more information, please contact Kathy Stevens at kstevens100@hotmail.com or call 838-6675 or stop by the gallery. Registration forms are on the gallery website, as well as at the gallery. At the present time, exhibiting artists are working hard to expand class offerings. Anyone with a particular interest who would like to offer a class can contact the ARTS Gallery.
Sundays, November 14 & 28, 2-4pm - Knit and Crochet Sessions
A time to bring a project, learn from others, help someone out or just enjoy a craft. There is no charge or registration required; open to all skill levels. Second & fourth Sundays of each month, November-March. Contact Dori Hamilton for additional information at tvcbaa@roadrunner.com or 838-5149.

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 18th to the mid-19th century, are open to the public. Handicap accessible.
Mondays, November 15 & December 6, 6-8pm - Six O'Clock Prompt Writers Support Group
Veteran and new writers invited. First and third Monday each month. Contact Bill & Sharon Biddle at (802) 633-2617 or Jenny & John MacKenzie at (802) 592-3138.
Saturday, December 4, 12noon-4pm - Scrabble Club meets the first Saturday of the month

Littleton Public Library Programs & Events
Tuesday-Friday, 9am-7pm; Saturday, 9am-4pm
92 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-5741
www.ncia.net/library/littleton/
Tuesday, November 16, 12noon - Brown Bag Adult Book Discussion Program meets the third Tuesday of each month at noon in the Patricia McLure Program Room.
Wednesdays, 9:30am - Toddlers Tales for children up to age 3
Thursdays, 9:30am - Preschool Story Time for ages 3, 4 & 5
Please call 24 hours in advance when bringing 6 or more children to either story time. No other preregistration is necessary.

Yes, You Legally Can - Ins and Outs of Nonprofit Advocacy
Thursday, November 18, 11:30am-1pm
Littleton Community Center
120 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-5711 or (603) 225-1947 (workshop information)
www.nhnonprofits.org
A Brown Bag Luncheon Series
Bring questions, insights, business cards and lunch in this exploration of how the state legislative process works. Discussion will cover legal "dos and don'ts" for nonprofit lobbying and election-related activities. Attendees will gain valuable tools to aid in their advocacy efforts and to help policymakers, the media, and local officials more fully understand their work. Guest Speaker: Martha McLeod, Executive Director, North Country Health Consortium, Inc.

Contra Dance
Friday, November 19, 7:30pm
Franconia Town Hall
421 Main Street, Franconia
For more information, contact eileen@aannh.org
Come join others for fun and music! No experience necessary to enjoy contra dancing on the 3rd Friday evening of the month. Refreshments will be available. No charge - donations accepted. Sponsored by Recreation Dept- Fran/Sugar Hill/Easton.

Performances, Films & Events at Catamount Arts
Monday-Saturday, 1-6pm
Catamount Arts
115 Eastern Avenue, St. Johnsbury VT (888) 757-5559 or (802) 748-2600
www.catamountarts.com
Art Galleries are open, without charge, Monday-Saturday from 1-6pm, and before and after each film screening.
Friday, November 19, 7:30pm - Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band with special guest Sierra Hull & Highway 11
Grammy winner and music legend Peter Rowan and his sizzlin' bluegrass band are joined by 18 year-old rising star and bluegrass mandolin ace, Sierra Hull and her touring band, Highway 111. Produced by Kingdom County Productions, in association with Catamount Arts. Held at St. Johnsbury School, Western Avenue.
Nightly, 7pm (matinees too); Second show at 9pm on Saturdays - Film Series

WREN Local Works & the Gallery at WREN
Daily, 10am-5pm
2011 Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-9736
www.wrencommunity.org
Dedicated to improving lives and livelihoods, the Women's Rural Entrepreneurial Network's mission is to inspire, create and connect through economic, educational, personal and community development. Register online or call for all classes and workshops.
Volunteers needed to teach Wings Workshops - The Wings program offers free monthly workshops for girls ages 8-13 in art, crafts, health, creative writing and esteem building activities. Anyone who has a skill or talent and would like to mentor girls can contact kristine@wrencommunity.org.
Exhibiting through January 3 - The Small Works Show: 8 X 8 is Enough
Over 30 WREN members, both established and emerging artists, are exhibiting painting, printmaking, photography, collage, mixed media and sculpture of small, affordable art.
Mondays, through November 22, 5-8:30pm - Why Not Be Your Own Boss?
Take the WREN BETA (Business and Entrepreneurial Training Assistance) program, with Jeanne Boisseau, which integrates the nationally-known, award-winning Core Four® training curriculum with WREN's own brand of business coaching and networking. This course covers successful strategies for business including marketing, financial management and operations planning.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm - Yoga in the Gallery
Fun, strength, flexibility, community, laughter, health, balance, lightness, relaxation, peace, art... this is Wellness at Work Yoga. All levels are welcome. Join anytime; walk-ins welcome. Mats will be provided for the first class; wear close-fitting comfortable clothes. Call Katrine for fee schedule. (603) 823-7441.

Fall Happenings at the Adair Country Inn and Restaurant
80 Guider Lane (Exit 40, off I-93), Bethlehem (603) 444-2600
www.AdairInn.com
Thursday, December 2, 6:30-7:30pm - Dine Around the World, featuring Australia Cuisine
Enjoy a three-course "Australian" dinner and learn about the cuisine, wines, culture, language and more about Australia. Reservations required.

Lisbon Main Street Happenings
Lisbon Railroad Station
25 Central Street, Lisbon (603) 838-2200
www.lisbonmainstreet.org
Holiday decorating in downtown Lisbon will take place on Thanksgiving weekend. Once again Mountain Star Farm is donating the trees. If you can help, call the LMS office for exact date and time.
Sunday, December 5, 5pm - Tree-Lighting Festivities
Celebrate the holiday by gathering at Chevron Park for lighting the trees, singing some carols, and sharing some holiday cheer with friends. Bring the family; cocoa and hot cider provided.

Franconia Area Heritage Council Exhibits & Events
By special request
Franconia Heritage Museum
553 Main Street (Route 18), Franconia (603) 823-5000
www.franconianh.org
The nonprofit 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.

Sugar Hill Historic Museum Exhibits & Events
By appointment
Sugar Hill Meeting House
Route 117, Main Street, Sugar Hill (603) 823-5336 or 823-5275
www.franconianotch.org
Exhibits in the Carriage Barn Gallery and Thoma Gallery. Genealogy Library, Cobleigh Tavern Kitchen, Sleigh Shed (Bette Davis Sleigh), Gift Shop. Donations welcome. Special tours by appointment, call 823-8431.

Programs & Events at The Rocks Estate
Open daily, year-round
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 and 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.

Events & Workshops at Littleton Area Senior Center
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (closed when the weather is bad)
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

Bethlehem Heritage Society Museum
By appointment
Visitors Center
2182 Main Street, Bethlehem (603) 869-3330
www.bethlehemwhitemtns.com/heritagesociety.html
Displays of hotel china, silverware, glass and menus recall this grand era of history. See the fascinating stories of these hotels and the people who ran them. Memorabilia from 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.

Lisbon Area Historical Society
By appointment
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.

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.

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

Live Music at Cannon
Fridays, 9pm
Cannon Mountain View Tavern
729 Main Street (Route 18), Franconia (800) 823-9577
www.cannonmtview.com/entertainment.html
Bringing the best bands above Boston to the North Country

Cooking Classes and Cheese Tasting at The Co-op
Daily, 8am-8pm
Littleton Food Co-op
Corner of Cottage Street & Route 302, Littleton (603) 444-2800
www.littletoncoop.org
Mondays, 5-5:30pm - Free Cooking Class & Demo
Featuring local chefs, who will share some of their secrets on how to make nutritious, affordable meals using some local ingredients. All are welcome to attend.
Thursdays, 5pm - Weekly cheese class and tastings are free and open to everyone.

Littleton Grist Mill Working Museum
Tuesday-Sunday, 10:30am-3:30pm
18 Mill Street Littleton (603) 444-7478 or (603) 259-3205
www.littletongristmill.com
A 1798 grist mill complex and basic mill workings restored to its original architecture. Experience 200-year-old state-of-the-art grinding of grain, four-foot millstones, wooden gears and a 20-foot waterwheel. The energy to power the mills was supplied by the Ammonoosuc River. Although the dam no longer exists, the original grist mill still stands and is restored to its original appearance. Thought to be the oldest commercial building north of Concord, the Grist Mill produces its own organically grown, stone-ground flours and mixes. Free tours, artifacts, gift gallery.

Open Mic Night in Lisbon
Saturdays, 7-9pm
All Good Foods
Main Street, Lisbon (603) 838-6800
For more information, contact erakuzmeskus@msn.com
Just show up and get on the list or call. Live recording available.

Littleton Area 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.

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 and puppets.

North-of-the-Notch Studio
Wednesday-Saturday, 11am-5pm and by chance or appointment
In the Tannery Marketplace
111 Saranac Street, Littleton (603) 444-6266
For more information, contact NotchArts@myfairpoint.net
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.

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
Saturdays, 10am-12noon - Sit 'N' Knit
Bring a knitting project to work on, ask other knitters for help, and share completed projects. All abilities are welcome. Free and open to the public.
Moosilauke Public Library Events & Activities
Town Office Building
Lost River Road, Woodstock (603) 459-9971 or (603) 745-8159
www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/
Thursdays, starting November 18, 6-8pm - Knitters Needed...
Knitters can work on their own project or knit brightly colored winter caps for Native American school children. Cap patterns are provided.
Thursdays, 4-9pm - Family History Night
For those who've always wanted to trace their family history, but didn't know where to begin, and for anyone who has started a genealogy of their family but reached a dead end here and there. Come on in for help.
Saturdays, 10am - Story and Craft (all ages welcome)

Santa Arrives by Dog Team, a Family Charity Event
Saturday, November 27, 3:30pm
Nordic Center in Town Square
Waterville Valley (603) 236-4695
www.visitwatervillevalley.com
Santa and his dog sled team arrive at the gazebo to greet the crowds. Each child will receive a small gift and candy from Santa and his elves. For a suggested donation, photos with Santa will be available. All proceeds will be donated to the Whole Village Family Resource Center in Plymouth, NH. Visit www.wholevillage.net for more information. Master artists will add their touch of magic to the Town Square, with a series of eight fine art panels on display depicting the Russian fairy tale, The Snow Maiden. The panels will be featured Thanksgiving through the end of ski season.
Hot cocoa, cookies and desserts will also be available for a small donation. Raffle tickets for an assortment of prizes donated by Waterville Valley area businesses will be available to purchase for the entire week before the event, as well as the day of. All proceeds go directly to the Whole Village Family Resource Center. Shops and restaurants in the Town Square will be open during the event. At 7pm Santa will light the tree in the courtyard in Town Square, signaling the annual fireworks display over Corcoran's Pond.

NCCA Papermill Theatre Celebrity Dinner
Tuesday, November 30, 5:30pm or 7:30pm
Gordi's Fish & Steak House
260 Main Street, Lincoln
www.papermilltheatre.org
Community members are invited to join North Country Center for the Arts for an unforgettable night of delicious food served by local celebrities, entertainment, raffle drawings, and of course... fun! Special appearance by Mo the Clown. Proceeds to benefit NCCA's Papermill Theatre. To purchase tickets contact Kim Frydman at (603) 745-6032 or kfrydman@papermilltheatre.org

2nd Annual Woodstock Winter Festival
Wednesday, December 1, 5:30-8:30pm
Main Street, North Woodstock
www.lincolnwoodstock.com
Enjoy music from strolling carolers, visit with Santa Claus and shop locally for the holiday season. Indulge in delicious refreshments all along the way.

Rey Center and Curious George Cottage Activities
Saturdays, 10am-5pm
Margret & H.A. Rey Center
Town Square, Waterville Valley (603) 236-3308
www.thereycenter.org
Activities are a mixture of art and science, the physical and intellectual, for young and old. Check website for details and full listing of happenings, including numerous hikes. Please preregister for events.
Rey Center has numerous volunteer opportunities - please call for more information.
Saturdays, 11am & 4pm - Story Time at the Curious George Cottage Studio
Hear favorite Rey stories read out loud. All ages welcome. Admission is by donation.
Saturdays, 4:30-6pm - Literary Discussion Group
Join this volunteer-led group to discuss poems, short stories and essays. Hors d'oeuvres are potluck; please bring something to share. Readings are provided in advance. For adults. To register or for more information call or email programs@thereycenter.org.

Upper Pemigewasset Historical Society Museum
Wednesdays, 2-4pm and Saturdays, 6-8pm (also by appointment)
In the Village Shops (near Fratello's)
26 Church Street, Lincoln (603) 745-8159
www.lincoln.lib.nh.us/history.htm
The Museum reflects the everyday life of past years with lots of photos, displays of logging, Civilian Conservation Corps, hotels and inns, and personal memorabilia of folks who lived in this river valley mainly from the 1890s to the present. Visit the "satellite" museum. The owners of the Village Shops in Lincoln (the old mill site) have given the Museum a storefront in the complex and there are numerous photos and early maps on display.

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
Stories, fun and social interaction for the kids, parents and childcare givers.
Thursdays, 3-4:30pm - Cultured Purls Knitting Circle
All levels are welcome and instruction is available.

Giant Gingerbread House and Live Entertainment Nightly at Indian Head Resort
Indian Head Resort's Thunderbird Lounge
664 US Route 3, Lincoln (603) 745-8000 or (800) 343-8000
www.indianheadresort.com
Most entertainment starts at 7:30pm; scheduled performers subject to change. Please call to confirm dates, time and entertainment.
To kick off the holiday season, Indian Head Resort's chefs have created a giant, decorated gingerbread house featuring coconut frosting "snow" and hundreds of colorful candy decorations.

National Disabled Ski Hall of Fame
Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm and Saturday & Sunday, 7:30am-4pm
New England Disabled Sports at Loon Mountain
Lincoln (603) 745-6281 x5663
www.NEDisabledSports.org
The National Disabled Ski Hall of Fame consists of framed pictures and biographies of the inductees, as well as examples of adaptive equipment used for skiing, and honors achievements in adaptive sports over the last 40 years.

Live Entertainment at Woodstock Station
Fridays & Saturdays, 9pm
Woodstock Station
Main Street, North Woodstock (603) 745-3951
www.woodstockinnnh.com
Live performances throughout the year; Karaoke on Tuesday nights.

New England Ski Museum displays Bode Miller's Olympic Medals
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
The NE Ski Museum recently opened a new exhibition, Five Rings, Six States: New England Skiers in the Winter Olympics, that profiles the contributions of many Winter Olympians from the region in every Olympiad from 1924 through this year's Vancouver Games. The exhibit will be on view through the end of March, 2011. The Museum has all five of Bode Miller's Olympic medals (Salt Lake' 02 & Vancouver '10) and three of his Torino '06 bibs on display, for a limited time. Admission is free.
The Museum also maintains satellite exhibits within Zimmerman's Mountain Sports in the lobby of the Eastern Slope Inn 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.
Alumni Hall Cultural Center Programs & Exhibits
Office Hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 11am-3pm (and by arrangement)
75 Court Street, Haverhill (603) 989-5500
www.alumnihall.org
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 Connecticut River Byways Visitor Center also offers gift items, including books, videos and DVDs of the region, and Alumni Hall note cards and T-shirts.
Friday, December 3, 7pm - San Diego's Aiana String Quartet

Horse Meadow Senior Center Programs & Events
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
Horse Meadow Senior Center
91 Horse Meadow Road, 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

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.
Corner House Inn Storytelling & Author Dinners, Live Music in the Pub
Junction Routes 109 & 113, Center Sandwich (603) 284-6219
www.cornerhouseinn.com
Thursdays, 6:30pm - Storytelling begins after dessert and coffee are served.
November 11 - Lauretta Phillips writes most of the tales she tells but has been known to tell some legends and folktales and some pretty tall tales. She often brings such characters with her as My Gal Sal; Dot - Owner of Dot's Pretty Good Café; and Kate - Queen of the Klondike.
Sunday, November 14 - Special Author's Dinner: Martha (Monty) Carlson
The Sandwich resident, local farmer and author comes to the Corner House Inn to introduce her new book Sagas of a Vinland Timber Scout. Martha's book chronicles the travels of a Viking explorer who explores the Atlantic seaboard, circa 1000 AD. The Inn has created a special menu to illustrate the types of foods that may have been eaten by native Americans and Vikings during that era.
November 18 - Bill Hinderer
Bill was born into a family full of stories that were told and retold until no one knew exactly what the story was, but everyone enjoyed them each time they were told. He is the only storyteller to have performed at the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington, DC.
November 25 - Thanksgiving - no storytelling
December 2 - Deb Ballou, Dover NH
December 9 - Laura Packer, Malden MA
Friday evenings - Different groups play their best music upstairs in the Pub.
November 12 - Frank Brewster - singer/guitarist, with easy listening 60s-70s rock 'n roll
November 19 - Sta's - charismatic acoustic rock
November 26 - Jill Ducsai - rock 'n roll singer
December 3 - Sweet Life Revue, featuring Roger Sorlien, Katie O'Connell, Chris Buerk & Rachel Sorlien performing folk & Celtic songs with voice, guitar, fiddle and mandolin

PSU & Silver Center for the Arts Concerts & Events
Monday-Friday, 11am-5pm
Plymouth State University - Silver Center for the Arts
Plymouth (603) 535-2787 or (800) 779-3869
silver.plymouth.edu
Contact the Silver Center Box Office for tickets to all events, unless otherwise noted. Tickets on sale now for the 2010-2011 season.
PSU is offering several graduate-level courses, including an online course, leading to a Certificate in Historic Preservation, including The Rural Cultural Environment: Architecture and LandscapeFor more information, visit www.plymouth.edu/graduate/heritage/historic_preservation_certificate.html
November 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20 at 8pm, November 13 & 20 at 2pm and November 14 at 3pm - PSU Theatre: Little Women
Louisa May Alcott's timeless story of the March sisters comes to the stage as an exhilarating musical filled with glorious music and heart as it captures the struggle, romance and deep emotions of Alcott's tale. Held at Studio Theatre.
November 14, 15, 16 & 18 - Theatre Auditions and Callbacks: Educational Theatre Collaborative for its production of Peter Pan. Rehearsals will take place throughout January, and performance dates are January 26-29, in Hanaway Theatre. ETC seeks strong dancers of all ages to portray the Indians, great character actors for pirates (both male and female), and 20-25 "lost boys" (who may be portrayed by girls if they are comfortable playing boys). Ages 8 to 80. See details online at www.plymouth.edu/etc. ETC, a collaborative venture of the Plymouth State University College of Graduate Studies, Plymouth Elementary School and Friends of the Arts, welcomes and encourages people of all ages, both experienced and non-experienced, to audition for this community-wide theatre project.
Tuesday, November 15, 7pm - Sidore Lecture Series: Educating for Global Citizenship
Stuart Davis, writer, director, actor, comedian and songwriter presents Deity Freak: Sacred Comedy for Profane Sensibilities. Recommended for mature audiences. All Sidore events are free and open to the public; advance reservations are recommended. Held at Smith Recital Hall. Each talk is followed by a reception with refreshments. For more information, contact Mark Fischler at 535-3143 or MJFischler@plymouth.edu. www.plymouth.edu/sidore/
Monday, November 22, 7pm - All New England Band Festival
The annual festival features the PSU Symphonic Band and 175 high school musicians. Concert concludes a daylong event involving honor band members from 65 high schools and the six New England states. Students are chosen based on their individual musical achievements. Contact: Professor Gary Corcoran, garyc@plymouth.edu. At Hanaway Theatre.
Tuesday, November 30, 7pm - Student Concert: PSU Guitar Ensemble
Students perform classical solo, duet, trio or quartet studies mixed with a variety of jazz. Free tickets at the Box Office.
Wednesday, December 1 - PSU Chamber Players
Thursday, December 2, 12:30pm - Northern Exposures Discussion Series: On the Track of the Revenue Cutter Bear
In 1886, the US Revenue Service sent the cutter Bear north to patrol in Alaskan waters, including the Bering Sea; west to Siberia and north to Point Barrow. Photographs of Lt. Charles Kennedy show images of whalers, native watercraft and various native peoples of the region. Presented by PSU Professor of History Emeritus David Switzer. For information about the series contact Professor Okrant, mokrant@plymouth.edu. Held in Memorial Hall Room 103
Thursday, December 2 - PSU Jazz Ensemble
Friday & Saturday, December 3 & 4 - PSU Contemporary Dance Ensemble
Sunday, December 5 - A Joyful Noise: Grant Us Peace by PSU choirs
Wednesday, December 8 - PSU Percussion Ensemble

Campton Historical Society Programs and Events
Old Town Hall (Campton Historical Society Building)
529 NH Route 175, Campton Hollow (603) 538-5140
www.camptonhistorical.org
Monday, November 15, 7:30pm - Program: New Hampshire Old Home Day Celebrations
Learn about the history of Old Home Celebrations from the first ones established in 1899 through the present day. This program by Gary Crooker will examine the origins of the homegrown holiday, as a means to get former residents to return to and invest in their native state, and how communities have celebrated in their towns. Mr. Crooker will also speak about the making of his book New Hampshire Old Home Celebrations and some of his collection of Old Home Day memorabilia which will be on display. Note: This is also the Society's annual meeting with a quick summary of the past and the election of new officers. Anyone interested in serving on the board can contact Judy Landry at (603) 726-3081. Refreshments will be served.
Monthly program meetings, except February, March and December. The building is handicapped accessible and the programs are free and open to the public. For further information, contact David Bartholomew at (603) 536-1077.

Karl Drerup Art Gallery & Silver Center Exhibits
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-Friday, 8am-5pm and during performances
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. For gallery and exhibition information contact Catherine Amidon.
Exhibiting through December 5 at the Silver Center for the Arts - Old Wives Tales: What Women Know
Women's Caucus for Art - New Hampshire juried exhibition presents a juried exhibition that includes a wide range of approaches to the theme of women's knowledge, knowledge that is passed through the generations, from woman to woman, or gained through experience. Not limited to old wives, this exhibition provides a forum for each artist to bring her own unique perspective and response to the title of the exhibition.
Exhibiting through December 11 at the Karl Drerup Art Gallery - Faculty Art Exhibition
An important connection between faculty and students occurs when faculty exhibit their own work. This annual exhibition presents an opportunity for students and members of the PSU community to become better acquainted with art department faculty outside the classroom, as artists working in a variety of media. Faculty welcome viewers into the private realm of the teacher as artist.
Exhibiting through December 22 at Lamson Library - W.D.'s Midnight Carnival
A collaboration between poet and painter - a collection of 10 poems by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet W.D. Snodgrass, and 10 vibrant etchings by artist DeLoss McGraw. This collaboration began in 1976, when McGraw discovered Snodgrass's poetry. The artist sent the poet a series of mixed-media paintings that incorporated the poet's text into their composition. Snodgrass, in turn, responded with new poems inspired by these images, and thus occurred a melding of media and ideas between the artists, illustrating how the artist and poet inspire each other's work, rather than simply describing it with images and words. Lamson Library and Learning Commons is located on Highland Street in Plymouth. The display is on the main level, and hours are posted at http://library.plymouth.edu/hours.
Tuesday, November 16, 1pm and Wednesday, November 17, 4pm and Wednesday, December 1, 5pm - Gallery Talks
Panel discussion at Draper and Maynard Building Room 314

Artistic Roots Center Classes, Exhibits & Featured Artists
Daily, 10am-6pm
Artistic Roots Cooperative Gallery and Education Center
75 Main Street, Plymouth (603) 536-2750
www.artisticroots.com
Artistic Roots brings the local community and artists together in a celebration of creativity, through workshops, classes, community events, gallery receptions, outreach and collaborative projects. Numerous classes available; check website for details. Preregistration is required for all classes. Visit the gallery or call to register or request a brochure and registration form.
Art Parties at Artistic Roots - Celebrate a child's birthday with an art workshop designed from his/her wishes, ideas and themes. The 1½ hour party workshops are available on weekends year round. The instructor will work to personalize the experience to the greatest extent possible. Call for more info.
Tuesday & Thursday, November 16 & 18, 6-9pm - Kiln Fired Glass with Lynn Haust
This fast-paced class will give students a chance to explore kiln fired glass and many of the techniques that make melting glass so exciting. Create several pendants and one pair of earrings, working with clear and black dichroic glass. In the first class, students will fuse the glass into one large block and then cut and shaping the glass in the second class. The glass will then be re-fired to fire polish and melt the glass into the finished pendant. Glass technology, safety, cutting glass, equipment, resources and creative directions will be covered. Detailed information and a resource packet will be provided. Class minimum: 4 maximum: 8. Ages 15 and up
Thursday & Friday, November 18 & 19, 9-11am - Intro to Multi-Plate Printing with Alma Grand
This class will be taught using Annette Mitchell's original foam-plate print-making technique. Alma will share some of her work, demonstrating the technique, and assisting those taking the class to produce their own original pieces. All materials are included.
Saturday, November 20, 9am-12noon - Simple Bookbinding with Kristine Lingle
Students will learn to construct simple sewn pamphlet books and accordion books with decorative covers and embellishments. These books can be used as travel or nature journals, photo albums or visual journaling. They also make lovely holiday gifts, left blank or filled with photos. No previous experience necessary. All materials will be provided.
Saturday, November 20, 1-4pm - Introduction to Collage with Kristine Lingle
Students will explore a variety of media and techniques, including glazes and washes, image transfers and resists, stenciling, stamping, altered images, painting and collage to create expressive, intuitive art. No previous experience necessary.
Mondays, through December 13, 5:30-8:30pm - Monday Evening Watercolor
These watercolor sessions with Cheryl Johnson for advanced beginner and intermediate painters will focus on applying various types of washes, brush work, developing values, portraying light and shadow, use of additives and color mixing. Subjects include landscapes, still life, birds/animals and structures. Classes are offered on a come-as-you-can basis. Materials and equipment are available for a fee, or students may bring their own. Materials list provided. Preregistration is encouraged. Limited to 10, Ages: teens & adults.
Thursdays, through December 16, 9am-12noon - Thursday Morning Watercolor
These sessions with Cheryl Johnson are intended for beginner and advanced beginner watercolor painters. Classes include exercises in applying washes, brush work, developing values, use of additives and color mixing. Subject matter will vary. Classes are offered on a come-as-you-can basis. Materials and equipment are available for a fee, or students may bring their own. Materials list provided. Preregistration is encouraged. Limited to 10, Ages: teens & adults.

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
Library Temporary Closure/Relocation: Last day of regular operation at Russell Street will be Friday, December 3. On Saturday, December 11, an Open House at the temporary library location will be held - at the Daniel Webster Courthouse on Court Street, now serving as the Plymouth Historical Society's Museum. Library hours at the Courthouse location begin December 13: Monday & Wednesday, 10am-12noon and Tuesday & Thursday, 3-5pm.The upper level of the Library is scheduled to reopen the beginning of February. At the same time, the lower level will become unavailable until early April, while it is renovated and the new community room is completed.
A fraction of the current collection will be moved to the temporary library. Computer services will be unavailable at the temporary library. There are public computers at the Whole Village and at Lamson Library at PSU and they will welcome Pease patrons.
Tuesday, November 16, 7pm - Book Discussion: Looking Back at WWII
Those Who Save Us by Jenna Blum. Mary Hays will lead a discussion on this book which identifies family secrets from Nazi Germany, with the narrative alternating between wartime Germany and the present.
Monday, November 22, 7pm - Community Knitting Group
Beginners and experienced knitters are welcome. Second & fourth Mondays each month. Contact: Nancy Conklin 536-4499
Tuesdays, 10am - Toddlertimes Storyhour (up to age 3) and Tuesdays, 1:30pm & Wednesdays, 10am - Storyhour for Preschoolers (age 3-5 years) - Children should be signed up in advance.
Mango Languages can be accessed from home computers for Spanish, French, Italian, German, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese. Please contact the Library for details.
Passes available to numerous museums and centers, including Canterbury Shaker Village and Currier Art Museum, among others.

Friends of the Arts Events
The Art Cellar
75 Main Street, Plymouth (603) 536-1182
www.friends-of-the-arts.org
Thursday, November 18 - Coffee House Series: Kelley Morris and the Fallen Free
The Friends of the Arts Coffee House Series is held at the Art Cellar Event Space on 75 Main Street, Plymouth, just a few doors down from Dresser's Unlimited. The Coffee House Series features up and coming artists in every genre, while also bringing more established artists to the Main Street night life.

Happenings at D Acres Farm
D Acres of NH Organic Farm & Educational Homestead
218 Streeter Woods Road, Dorchester (603) 786-2366
www.dacres.org
Tuesday, November 16 - Empty Bowls Event
Diners buy a hand-crafted ceramic bowl filled with all the soup they can eat. All proceeds to benefit the Plymouth Area Community Closet and the NH Food Bank. Held at the Congregational Church Fellowship Hall, Plymouth. Contact James Dube or Linda Corriveau at PSU for more information: (603) 535-3026
Saturday, November 20, 1-4pm - Spoon Making with Josh Trought
Attendees learn the ins and outs of wooden spoon making, and make their very own spoon.
Saturday, November 20, 1-5pm - Sourdough Bread Baking with Regina
This workshop will focus on fresh sourdough bread baked in the wood-fired cob oven.
Saturday, November 20, 6-8pm - Seasonal Soup Night
Sliding scale donation for all-you-should-eat organic farm soup and sourdough bread.
Sunday, November 21, 6-9pm - Full Moon Potluck
Bring a dish to share with neighbors - all are welcome. Free.
Friday, November 26, 10:30am-12:30pm - 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, November 26, 8pm - Free Open Mic Night
A great venue for practicing that new song, poem, story or joke in a living room style atmosphere. No one will be denied access to the mic.
Saturday, November 27, 10am-12noon - Doll-Making with Regina Rinaldo
Using fabric scraps, design and create and sew a fun stuffed doll.
Friday, December 3 - 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 6-7:30pm. Films start at 7:30pm and are free.
Sunday, December 5, 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 & greens, and fair-trade coffee from Plymouth, NH. A yoga class is offered from 10-11am, 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 each month; suggested donation.
Wednesdays, 6:30-7:45pm - Yoga with Sarah Hall
Gentle enough for beginners and challenging enough for yoga practitioners; creating a strong spine, deep breath and peaceful mind. Please call with any questions; new students always welcome.
Suggested donations requested. No one denied access to workshops or events due to inability to pay.

Benefit Book Sale
Saturday, November 27, 10am-2pm
Community Life Center's Griswold Hall
263 Highland Street, Plymouth (603) 726-3813 or (603) 536-1321
For more information, contact sjstock@roadrunner.com
The Episcopal Church Women of the Church of the Holy Spirit sponsor a book sale; good used books and puzzles for all ages will be available at reasonable prices. Donations of books are welcome; they may be brought to the church office from 9am-1pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Book Sales are a monthly series of events Spring through Fall. This is the final Book Sale of the season. Call the church office for further information.

Sandwich Farmers Market
Saturdays, through November, 9am-12noon
Samuel H. Wentworth Library
(603) 284-7163
Vegetables, fruit, dairy, maple, bakery, crafts. Rain or shine.

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
Located in a beautiful, renovated railroad depot, the Center offers a continuous and full schedule of activities, and all are welcome.
Wednesday, December 1, 1pm - Monthly Writing Class meets the first Wednesday each month
Monday, December 6, 10:30am - Poetry Reading
Bring a personal poem or some favorites to share in an informal setting. First Monday of the month.
Mondays, 9am-12noon - Wood Carving Class
Beginners are welcome. Those with tools should bring them 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 welcome. Bring ideas and work to be completed. Materials will be provided. Those with frames and hooks to loan should bring them in.
Thursdays, 10:30am - Memoir Writing Workshop
Each year the 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 demonstrate some kick-up-your-heels moves. All ages are welcome.
Fridays, 11am - Genealogy

Happenings at the Ashland Town Library
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 1-7pm; Friday & Saturday, 10am-2pm
41 Main Street & Route 132, Ashland
www.ashlandtownlibrary.org
Friday, December 3, 10:30-11:30am - Pre-School Story Time
Children listen to stories, have a craft or activity time and enjoy free time to socialize and play. First Friday of the month until Spring.
Saturdays, 12noon-2pm - Knitting & Crocheting Classes
Bring a project or come for instruction to learn. Classes are free and open to all abilities.

Cardigan Mountain Art Association
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm and Sunday, 10am-4pm
7 Depot Street (at corner of Route 4), Canaan (603) 523-7292
www.cardiganart.org
Nonprofit organization promoting the arts in neighboring communities. Numerous artists on display, often with the artists present demonstrating their craft. Also, visit the monthly learning display in the Education Corner, followed during the month with free workshops related to the exhibit.

Surroundings Art Gallery - New England Art
Saturday, 10am-5pm and Sunday, 12noon-5pm
12 Main Street, Center Sandwich (603) 284-6888
www.surroundingsart.com
The Gallery specializes in original fine art in a variety of mediums (oil, water color, pastels, acrylics, sculptures, etc), in addition to folk art painted on chests, barrel staves and other objects. Surroundings offers several art classes which will accommodate the first timer as well as those who have some experience in painting. Each class is tailored to the interests of the students, but generally includes a demonstration, discussion, practice time, and individual feedback. The instruction, techniques and discussion will apply to all levels of expertise. For more information, visit www.surroundingsart.com/html/summer_workshops.html
Through Christmas - Annual "Oldies but Goodies" Sale
This sale includes paintings by selected artists that are a few years old, but have not found a home outside of the artist's studio. They have been marked down a minimum of 40%.

Estelle Smith Art Classes & Shows
118 Whittier Highway (Route 25), Moultonboro (603) 253-7513
www.estellensmith.com
Fine arts, landscapes, "home rendering" and portraiture in watercolors and graphite. Estelle also offers private art lessons.

The Village Artists & Gallery
Daily 10am-6pm
51 Main Street, Ashland (603) 968-4445
www.villageartistsandgallery.org
A cooperative of 30 regional artists and artisans, featuring drawings, paintings and photographs, book arts, furniture, sculpture, ceramics and glass, wood, jewelry, fiber arts and more.

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

Holderness Free Library Programs & Events
Monday, 10am-6pm; Wednesday, 10am-8pm; Friday, 10am-5pm; Saturday, 10am-1pm
Routes 113 and 3, Holderness (603) 968-7066
www.holdernesslibrary.org
Tuesdays & Thursdays - Computer Classes
Saturdays, 11am-12noon - Knit & Stitch
A relaxed program to visit and work on individual projects such as knitting, needlepoint, crochet, rug hooking, etc. Just drop in; all are welcome.

The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performing Arts Center
39 Main Street, Plymouth (603) 968-9330
www.flyingmonkeynh.com
A vintage movie house newly revitalized to bring movies back to Main Street and provide a performing arts venue for the region. Playing independent, classic and first-run movies and hosting area theatrical groups for live performances.

Holderness Historical Society
Saturdays, 10am-12:30pm (or by appointment)
Route 3, Curry Place, Holderness
(603) 968-3023 or (603) 968-9898
www.aannh.org/heritage/grafton/holderness.php
Meetings held the 2nd Tuesday of each month, with pot luck supper at 6pm and a program at 7:30pm.

Open Stage in West Campton
Sundays, 7pm
Sunset Grill
Corner of Routes 49 & 3, West Campton (603) 726-3108
www.facebook.com/pages/West-Campton-NH/Sunset- Grill/185927998156
Everyone is invited to show off their talent at this open mic.

Veggie Art Girl Boutique
Wednesday-Saturday, 10am-6pm, Sunday, 10am-4pm
Routes 175 & 3, Holderness
www.veggieartgirlboutique.com
A funky consignment art boutique, featuring unique arts, crafts and goodies, created by local New Hampshire artisans.

Hundelrut Studio Gallery & Shop
Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30am-5:30pm
10 Hawthorne Street, Plymouth (603) 536-4396
www.hundelrutstudio.com/headlines.php
Offering a wide variety of greeting and note cards, stationery, silk-screened shirts and canvas bags, posters, bookmarks, original drawings and paintings, painted boxes, curious papier-mâché sculptures by Donald Hundgen, and Sarah Hundgen's pottery. Take Broadway Street at the flashing light on Highland Street, the big grey house in the middle of the block.

White Mountain Toastmasters Club
Most Wednesdays, 7pm
Common Man Inn
Plymouth (603) 744-5036
http://whitemountain.freetoasthost.net/
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 free to decide if they are interested. Meets second, third and fourth Wednesday evenings each month, unless otherwise posted. For more information, email or call Sheila Oranch.

Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire

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

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