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 A glorious summer is upon us in Mt.
Washington
Valley. The attractions are open, kids are smiling
and the mountains are a lush green. The hiking,
biking and swimming in our local swimming holes is
refreshing and live theater abounds. There are ten
golf courses within 45-minutes of North Conway, and
plenty of golf-and-stay packages too. July is
getaway-time in Mt. Washington Valley, and now is
the time to start planning yours.
Visit
www.mtwashingtonvalley.org for all the trip
planning information you need. There are lodging
packages, a full calendar of events and plenty of
dining, shopping and cultural offerings too. Drive
safely on your way up to see us in Mt. Washington
Valley!
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 PLAY GOLF WITH RAY
BOURQUE
Playing golf with a few friends is fun, but what if you
had the chance to play golf with Ray Bourque, former
All-Star defenseman for the Boston Bruins? Thanks
to TD Banknorth Insurance Agency, one lucky bidder
will have that opportunity in this year’s Memorial
Hospital Open Golf Tournament, set for Thursday,
July 20 at the Wentworth Golf Club in Jackson. Bids
will be taken until Friday, July 7 at 5pm, for one spot
in Ray Bourque’s foursome that tees off at 8am on
July 27th at the annual golf tournament to benefit
Memorial Hospital. The highest bid received by the
deadline will be awarded the golf spot. Bids will be
accepted by phone, fax, mail or email at the
hospital’s Community Relations Office until the July
7th deadline. Regular updates with the current high
bid can be checked at the hospital website, Memorial
Hospital. To contact the Community Relations
Office, call 356-5461, Ext. 198; fax to 603-356-
8103; or email the office by
clicking
here.
SUMMER ON THE SUMMIT
The Mt. Washington Observatory's "Summer Seminar
on the Summit" delivers learning, fun, and a sense of
adventure, giving participants an opportunity to
spend a night at the observatory's weather station
atop the northeast's highest peak along with
informational sessions on the mountain's weather,
environment, and history. The program aims to
educate participants about the Mount Washington
environment and the human experience of the
mountain. The Mount Washington Observatory, a
private, non-profit, membership-supported
organization, invites interested individuals to call 800-
706-0432 x 203for more information about the
Summer Seminar program (including a schedule and
fee information). Summer Seminar information is also
available at the Observatory's Weather Discovery
Center museum on Main Street in North Conway
village, and on the internet at
Mount Washington Observatory.
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 NEW MT WASHINGTON
VALLEY CHILDREN’S MUSUEM
The new Mt. Washington Valley Children’s Museum
made its debut on June 24th, and is welcoming
families and young ones to the Valley with everything
from bouncing balls to plush puppets. "We offer a
fun, safe and educational experience where parents
and young children can play and learn without an
overly commercial or over-stimulating environment.
Plus, it is extremely affordable fun for families, “says
Museum Director, David Brooks. The Museum offers
exhibits for children ages 8 and under. Exhibits
currently on display at the museum:
Ball Area - Here children can experiment with a
variety of ways to make balls move including air
power, the force of gravity, even kid power!
Puppet Theater and Stage- Kids can create
stories and engage in dramatic
and imaginative play through the use of puppets,
dress-up clothing and other
props.
Ed Emberley's Corner - Children can turn the
pages of a giant version of Ed Emberley’s book, Go
Away Big Green Monster and watch that monster
appear and disappear. Kids can also make their own
creations on the Picture Pie Velcro wall.
The Skidder - Here children can pretend to be
lumberjacks, forestry or construction workers while
they let off a little steam climbing in and out, over
and through this child sized skidder in their own
forest.
Valley Wall - A carpeted area of wall reflects a
mountain scene where images
of local landmarks, animals, people, trees, cars, and
more can be added or
removed to create scenes using Velcro'ed wooden
cut-outs.
Infant/Toddler area- Here children ages 3 and
under will have the opportunity tosafely explore an
environment that encourages sensory, linguistic,
motor and
emotional development.
And More - The Museum also features an "ever
changing exhibit" which gives
visitors the chance to partake in a variety of craft
projects, learning
opportunities and regularly changing special
events.
Museum hours of operation are Wednesday through
Friday, 9am - 3pm, Saturday 9am - 5pm. and Sun.
10am - 2pm. Admission is only $5 per person, with
children one year and under free. Annual
memberships offering unlimited admission start at
only $50 per year with applications available at the
Museum. For more information, call 603-367-8676 or
visit
MWV Childrens Museum.
JULY 4 CELEBRATION IN MT
WASHINGTON VALLEY
Come for some red, white and blue traditional
merriment in Mt. Washington Valley this July 4th,
complete with a parade, memorial ceremony, six
hours of live entertainment in North Conway’s
Schouler Park, and ending in a spectacular fireworks
display. There’s everything from musical signers to
dancers and one-act shows on the big stage, while
vendors offer a culinary line-up of good ol’ American
fare – cheeseburgers, make-your-own sundaes,
popcorn, sausages and so much more. It’ll be a
yummy, funny, and hopefully sunny event sure to
please all. For more information, call 603-447-5680
or click here for
the schedule of events.
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 NAVIGATING NORTH CONWAY
VILLAGE
North Conway Village, that quintessential New
England village that surrounds Schouler Park, is
getting a face lift. Upon completion new sidewalks,
parking spots and facades will greet visitors. During
the construction process, while all businesses will
remain open, access to parking and shops in the
village may be partly obstructed. Maps describing
parking lots within the village will be available from
local businesses and at the North Conway
Information booth. Be sure to stop there on your
way into the Valley. For updates on construction
and to view the parking map, please visit North
Conway Village .
 MOUNT WASHINGTON HOTEL
ADVENTURE CENTER
Fun is on the lesson plan for the Resort’s slate of in-
depth schools offered for summer, 2006. A gourmet
retreat is in store for all who attend the Summer
Fresh and Abundant Harvest Cooking Schools.
Aspiring photographers are invited to join
professionals to learn the art of successful
composition at the Photography Schools. Guests can
discover the artists in themselves in the beautiful
and colorful setting of The Mount Washington Resort
at the Painting School. The Fly Fishing School will
whet appetites as well as lines, and fishing and golf
will combine for challenge and fun at the Cast and
Putt Schools. Family Rock Climbing School will bring
the family together to share the thrill of learning rock
climbing skills, and the Mount Washington Hotel
invites guests to team up with a partner and meet
other fun couples to experience the excitement of
learning the sport of rock climbing at fantastic local
cliffs at the Couples’ Climbing School. Experienced
and certified guides from International Mountain
Climbing School (IMCS) will be leading all rock
climbing schools.
With one advance call to the Mount Washington
Hotel’s Adventure Center, a specialist can advise
guests on the many opportunities available when
they arrive, and can make all arrangements
necessary. The daily activities schedule includes an
abundance of clinics and lectures on recreation, local
history and arts and crafts, and fine living topics
such as the secrets of single malt scotch whiskey.
Visiting musicians and artisans frequent the summer
schedule to round out the cultural offerings at the
Resort. At the Family Field Games, families are
invited to challenge other families at 2:00 each day
in soccer, kickball, and croquet. Couples can meet
at 4:00 on the back lawn each afternoon for a casual
game of croquet. For more information about The
Mount Washington Resort Adventure Center at
Bretton Woods, please call 877-873-0626, toll free,
or visit
Mount Washington Resort .
MUSICAL AND LIVE THEATER ABOUND IN
MT WASHINGTON VALLEY
During the summer months, the hills are alive with
the sound of music in the White Mountains. From
the Barnstormers Theater, the first summer stock
theater in the country, to the Mt. Washington Valley
Players, Deertrees Theater, Mountain Top Music
Center, and M&D Productions, the offerings are
plentiful. There are even free outdoor concerts
presented by Arts Jubilee (scroll down for more
info). In July and August, kids 7-12 can enroll in a
summer theater camp offered by M&D Productions; or
take the whole family to see Gypsy at the
Barnstormers Theater or Annie at the Eastern Slope
Playhouse. Plus, the new Stone Mountain Arts
Center in Brownfield will offer musical theater in a
beautiful setting. Whether it’s children’s theater,
musicals, drama or comedy, you’ll find it at Mt.
Washington Valley’s theaters as they come alive this
summer. For a complete list of all the heritage and
cultural offerings in Mt. Washington Valley, visit Mt.
Washington Valley Arts, Culture and Heritage.
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 1785 INN, AN AWARD-
WINNING SCENIC
INN AND RESTAURANT
Are you hooked on Billy Costa’s TV Diner? The 1785
Inn sure is! The 1785 Inn received the highest
possible ranking from Billy Costa's "TV Diner" show on
the NECN (New England Cable Network) television
network, receiving the highly coveted and rarely
given "Platinum Plate Award”. Costa called The 1785
Inn "the ultimate in romantic elegance," "brimming in
Yankee hospitality," and "an amazing value." He said
the desserts were "incredible decadent
masterpieces." In addition to the "stellar cuisine,"
Costa noted the Inn's "breathtaking views"
and "luxurious accommodations," and he said that the
entire property is meticulously maintained.
Additionally, for the twentieth-first consecutive year,
the restaurant at The 1785 Inn has been chosen for
an "Award of Excellence" by a leading wine magazine,
Wine Spectator. Restaurants are selected for this
award as "having one of the finest wine lists in the
world" based on the variety and quality of wines on
their list plus how well the wines match the food
menu. The 1785 Inn has one of the longest
continuous records for receiving this prestigious
award. Not only was The 1785 Inn the first
restaurant in New Hampshire to receive this award, it
has received this award more times than any other
restaurant in New Hampshire.
The 1785 Inn is an historic property built in 1785 by
a veteran of the Revolutionary War and is located at
the Scenic Vista overlook just north of North
Conway. In addition to The 1785 Inn's popular
restaurant and pub, it has seventeen guest rooms for
overnight travelers. The 1785 Inn is best known for
its spectacular mountain views, fine dining, romantic
colonial atmosphere, and friendly service. For more
information visit 1785 Inn or
call 800-421-1785 for dinner or lodging reservations.
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FREE ARTS JUBILEE CONCERTS AT
CRANMORE
Arts Jubilee has supported free concerts for years,
offering families the chance for some wonderful
outdoor musical entertainment. Traditionally held in
Schouler Park, the Arts Jubilee concert venue is
being moved to Cranmore Mountain in North Conway
this summer. Three free Arts Jubilee concerts will be
held outside in the main base area of Cranmore
Resort, featuring Tom Dean, Cormack McCarthy, and
Joyce Anderson on July 13, 2006, the Annual
Symphony Pops Concert on July 27th, and Wicked
Smart Horn Band on August 10th. Two additional
concerts featuring Dennis & Davy of Four Feet Two
Shoes on August 17th, and Freese Brothers Big Band
on September 16th will be held in the 10th Mountain
Pavilion and will require advance ticket purchase
available for sale at the front desk of the Eastern
Slope Inn in North Conway Village.
For more information, visit
Arts Jubilee or call 1-800-SUN-N-SKI.
DAUGHTERS GOLF FREE IN BRETTON
WOODS
JULY 10-16
The Mount Washington Resort at Bretton Woods will
offer free greens fees to girls accompanied by a
paying adult during the week of July 10th-16th as
part of the national player development
program “Take Your Daughter to the Course Week.”
In addition to the free greens fees, The Mount
Washington Resort at Bretton Woods will offer free
clinics for the girls on Monday, July 10 and Saturday,
July 15, both at 9:30am. For more information, call
the Mount Washington Resort at 877-873-0626.
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THE MOST VERSATILE GIFT CERTIFICATE OUT THERE!
This is your one stop shop
for any occasion. Whether
it's the holidays, an anniversary,
birthday, wedding, get well
or just because, the Chamber
gift certificate is the most
versatile gift certificate out there.
Gift certificates are available in denominations of $10, $25 and $50 |
The Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce
gift certificate is valid at over 150 participating
businesses throughout the valley! Businesses
include:
Lodging - Bed & Breakfast
to Full Service
Hotels
Dining - Fine, Family, Delis,
Bistros and more
Attractions - Train Rides,
Museums, Plays and
more
Recreation - Golfing, Skiing, Biking, Kayaking,
Snowmobiling and more
Shopping - Boutiques, Apparel,
Specialty, Gifts,
Sports and more
Others include astrology, spas, cleaning services, etc.
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