Lakes Region Association of NH
Lakes Region Association of New Hampshire
www.LakesRegion.org
March 5, 2010
Welcome to our Newest Members

silver lakeSilver Lake Park Campground
A beautiful lakeside campground. Seasonal camping, tent & RV camping, deluxe cabin rentals. Close to outlet mall, restaurants, White Mountains. Private beach, swimming, boating, boat rentals, fishing, outstanding sunsets.
389 Jamestown Road, Belmont, NH 03220
(603) 524-6289  silverlkcpgr@aol.com
www.SilverLakeParkCampground.com

laconia historicalLaconia Historical & Museum Society
Dedicated to collecting, preserving, and interpreting the history and culture of Laconia, Lakeport, & The Weirs. Changing exhibits/lectures are free to the public at the Laconia Library year-round.
PO Box 1126/ 695 Main Street, Laconia, NH 03247
(603) 527-1278   lhmslpl@metrocast.net
www.LaconiaHistorical.org  
    
canterbury woodsCanterbury Woods Country Club
Central NH's Best 18 Hole Championship Public Golf Course. Spectacular views from our function hall. Perfect location for weddings, meeting and events, year round.
15 West Road, Canterbury, NH 03224
(603) 783-9400   canterburywood@hotmail.com
www.canterburywoodscc.com     

remickThe Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm
Step back into New England history! Exhibits, historic activities and crafts, farm animals, gardens, tour grounds and historic buildings, workshops, special events, trail system, New England products including our very own maple syrup. Open year round 10am-4pm.
58 Cleveland Hill Rd, Tamworth, NH 03886
(603) 323-7591   info@remickmuseum.org
www.remickmuseum.org
    
104 dinerRoute 104 Diner
Stop in at the 50's themed Route 104 Diner and let the good times roll! Comfort foods and American classics just like Mom used to make. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. (Closed on Tuesday during the winter months). Get in here!
752 NH Route 104, New Hampton, NH 03256
(603) 744-0120
www.thecman.com
    
flying monkeyFlying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center
Movies are back on Main Street! Join us in our newly-renovated theater, showing first-run films, classics and independent movies, plus live musical and theatrical entertainment. Visit us online for listings and schedules.
39 South Main Street, Plymouth, NH 03264
(603) 536-2551
www.thecman.com

melt awayMelt Away Creamery & Sandwichery (The) - Tilton

Let your troubles just MeltAway while enjoying any of our Ice Cream, homemade Soups & Stews, homemade breads, & slow roasted meat sandwiches.  We offer Free wi-fi.  Please see customer reviews by searching The Meltaway on Facebook.com.
490 Laconia Road, Tilton, NH 03276
(603) 729-0003 TheMeltaway@yahoo.com
www.TheMeltaway.com
LAKES REGION ASSOCIATION

2010 Gang Run Print - Print your full-color brochure at incredible savings.
Deadline to submit Gang Run Participation Form is March 12th.

T-Bones & Cactus Jack's present the Lakes Region Association's
$10,000 Sweepstakes by the Lake - Catch the Big One
Only 300 tickets will be sold - you do not have to be present to win. Purchase yours online.
Raffle and silent auction prizes are still needed. Please consider donating today to support our marketing initiatives on your behalf.

LRA promoted Lakes Region at 2010 Boston Globe Travel Show
The Lakes Region Association had a prime location at the Boston Globe Travel Show. The drawings we held were a big draw! --- Thank you for your participation in the 2010 Boston Globe Travel Show, held at the Seaport World Trade Center from February 19-21.

LRA at the Holiday World Show in Dublin Ireland - January 22-24, 2010
A record number of visitors attended this year's Holiday World Show, which celebrated its 21st year and saw over 55,000 people - up 9% on last year. The Lakes Region Association and White Mountain Attractions shared a booth with Discover New England. A representative for both organizations sat down with several group tour operators while on site to promote both New Hampshire regions. http://holidayworldshow.com/

Spring Promotions - We need your information
Log into the Lakes Region Association's website, www.lakesregion.org and post your Hot Deals, Vacancies, Travel Packages, Events & News. Take advantage of these free promotional opportunities. They are part of your membership benefits! While you are there, download the most recent vacation inquiries!
INDUSTRY NEWS & EVENTS

34th Annual New Hampshire Governor's Conference on Tourism
Wed., May 5 - Fri., May 7, 2010 at the Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Hotel in Portsmouth, NH. Register now and Save.

Send your Nominations now for NH Travel Council Awards
The awards program publicly recognizes and honors businesses and individuals for their significant impact on New Hampshire's travel and tourism industry. Awards will be presented at the NH Governor's Conference on Tourism. Deadline is Thursday, April 1, 2010.

Conversation with Paul Hodes
March 6th - Lakes Region Community College, Belmont.

Ownership Transition Seminar, Expanding your Options
March 9th - Belknap County Economic Development Council, Gilford.

Brown Bag Luncheon
March 11th - Lakes Region Chamber, Laconia

MicroCredit Orientation Meeting
March 18th - Grafton County Economic Development Council, Meredith

Business After Hours - Caring for Women
March 18th, Lakes Region Chamber, Laconia

Legislative Breakfast
March 26th - Lakes Region Community College, Laconia

Commissioner's Roundtable on Cultural & Heritage Tourism
April 6th - Belknap Mill, Laconia

OPPORTUNITIES

The Great Northeast Boat Show
Spring boat show April 9-11 in the NH Dome, Milford - is almost sold out. Reserve space greatnortheastboatshow.com

Boston Globe Travel Magazine
For Lakes Region members... We have expanded our Travel Magazines this year as they have been very popular with our readers. There is a promotional rate for all the editions, and some exceptional rates for being in more than one of the edtions.

US Census Bureau is still hiring
The U.S. Census Bureau is now hiring nationwide for the 2010 Census. These temporary, part-time jobs offer good pay, flexible evening and weekend hours up to 40 hours a week, and the chance to work near home. 2010censusjobs.gov
DIVISION OF TRAVEL & TOURISM NEWS

PR Insider - Your Public Relations Resource - March 2010

Discover New England 15th Annual Tourism Summit
Discover New England (DNE), the official regional marketing entity for the six New England states, has started registration for its 15th Annual Tourism Summit and International Marketplace to be held April 19-21, 2010, in Newport, Rhode Island.

MEMBER HEADLINES

T-Bones Great American Eatery & Cactus Jack's Great West Grill raised over $42,650 for CareGivers with 'Sweetheart of a Deal'!

T-Bones and Cactus Jack's Let's Trade A Meal Game February 15-April 15th. Over $75,000 in prizes will be awarded. Support NH Food Bank.
 
Powwow T-shirt Design Contest
Help the Mount Kearsarge Indian Museum design the 2010 Powwow t-shirt.

BodeFest at Cannon Mountain Registration Opened March 3
Space limited to first 400 to register.

Vineyards Restaurant 3rd Anniversary
Fri., March 12. Full gourmet dinner buffet for only $10. 5-9pm.

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Sat., March 6th, 10am-3pm at Tanger Outlet Center
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