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Winter - Issue 129

January 31-February 27, 2013

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	Alliance News & Partner Programs Colebrook Area Lancaster/Whitefield Area Berlin/Gorham Area Mount Washington Valley Littleton Area Lincoln/Woodstock Area Haverhill Area Plymouth Area

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"We're All in This Together!" is the theme of our school and community programming this winter and spring. We're planning regional school and community residencies in music, poetry, mime and dance. Each month we will also offer Arts & Health for Seniors and Arts in Early Learning programs around the region. Want to know more? Contact us or check our website for details.

Arts Council Surveys:The New Hampshire State Council on the Arts is currently engaged in strategic planning, and would like to hear from NH residents involved in the creation and delivery of arts services and programs. Click here to access the Arts Survey for organizations or schools or the survey for individual artists. Your input will help to shape the programs and services the State Arts Council offers in the future.

NH Community Facilities Loan Program Free Application Workshop: Nonprofits, community officials and local leaders will be provided with the tools and resources needed to complete an application for the Rural Development Community Facilities Loan Program. Sponsored by the NH Center for Nonprofits, the workshop is Thursday, January 31, at the Conway Center, from 1-2:30pm. Preregistration is required; email Karen A. Demers at karen.demers@nh.usda.gov or call (603) 223-6045.

Deadline is February 15 for Fellowships in Performing Arts: Individual artists may apply to the New Hampshire State Council on the Arts for a Fellowship in the Performing Arts (Dance, Music & Theater) by February 15. Click here for information and guidelines.

Lakes Region Arts Roundtable: Artists, arts organizations and arts businesses are invited to a winter roundtable Monday, February 4, from 5 to 7 pm at the Arts Collaborative, 5 Winona Road, Meredith. This networking event is free – preregister at www.lakesregionchamber.org The roundtable is offered by the Lakes Creative Economy initiative.

Visual & Performing Artists and Writers Invited to Free Entrepreneurial Workshop: The New Hampshire State Council on the Arts is offering a FREE workshop on “Using Pinterest for Your Business,” from 10am-12noon on February 20 in Concord. Register by sending an email to elaine.loft@dcr.nh.gov or call (603) 271-0791.

America the Beautiful Quarter: The US Mint and the US Forest Service invite the public to the ceremonial launch of the White Mountain National Forest quarter, the 16th to be released in the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program. The release will be held at the Hanaway Theatre, Silver Center for the Arts, Plymouth State University, on February 21, at 10:30am. A coin forum will be held the evening of February 20 from 6 to 7pm at the WMNF Headquarters in Campton. For more information, visit www.usmint.gov/events.

Something Appealing!We hope you'll support the Arts Alliance and the arts and cultural opportunities we offer throughout the region by making a donation to our Annual Fund today. Click on the donate button on our website at www.aannh.org. We also welcome ideas and images for our soon-to-be-launched Facebook campaign, featuring artwork and photography by regional artists.



Promoting, Supporting and Sustaining Arts, Culture and Heritage in the North Country Will the groundhog see his shadow on February 2? Whether he does or he doesn't, we know that up here in northern New Hampshire we can expect six weeks or more of winter. Why not spend that time attending some of the great events all around the region offered by our members and partners? Continue reading and select a few for your enjoyment. Keeping busy is one of the best antidotes we know for cabin fever -- and our members and partners will thank you for your support in helping to keep the arts alive throughout our region. 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. The e-bulletin lists the events and programs of Arts Alliance member organizations, businesses and artists. If you would like us to list your events, we invite you to join the Arts Alliance now. Membership provides essential support so that we can continue to bring programs as well as services like the e-bulletin and calendar to you, your families, colleagues, customers, neighbors and friends throughout the year. You can join or renew online at aannh.org/membership.php or send in your membership by snail mail (info on our website). Please be sure to let us know if any listings need to be updated as we move into winter. The submission deadline for the next bulletin, covering February 28-March 27, is February 19.

Alliance News & Partner Programs

Friends of Lincoln Library Present Free Concert February 5: Ready to tap your toes and stomp your feet? Come prepared for a rousing evening of bluegrass - with some New England and Irish sounds mixed in - as Pressure's On returns for the 10th anniversary Annual Meeting of the Friends of Lincoln Library on Tuesday, February 5, at 7pm. The program at Jean's Playhouse, 10 Papermill Drive, Lincoln, is free and open to all; a short meeting precedes the music. Free refreshments will be served and there will be a cash bar. The Arts Alliance is pleased to continue the tradition of partnering with FOLL for this great annual event. For details, call (603) 745-8159. You're Invited! Arts Learning Network "Meet Up" & Potluck is Thursday, February 7, in Hampton: We're proud to be coordinating partner for the New Hampshire Arts Learning Network, a collaborative of individuals, organizations and groups with a common interest in arts education, working to support quality arts learning for all NH students by sharing information, resources, and services. You're invited to the network's second "Meet Up" and Potluck on February 7 at 6pm, hosted by Elizabeth Peterson in the Lafayette Room at the Hampton United Methodist Church, 525 Lafayette Road, Hampton. Our focus conversation topic will be "Promoting Creativity in Learning." To RSVP or for more information, send an email to elizabeth@theinspiredclassroom.com or NHArtsLearningNetwork@gmail.com. Please preregister so that we can let you know about any weather-related delays or postponements. Please join us also on the network website. Weaver Presents Program at Coos County Nursing Hospital: Weaver Marcy Schepker will share her work with the residents and staff of the Coos County Nursing Hospital in West Stewartstown on February 15 as part of our Arts & Health for Seniors programming. Call us at (603) 323-7302 for details or to volunteer for upcoming Arts & Health programs. "Mother Nature's Child": Film and Discussion at the Rocks Estate, February 20: A free screening of "Mother Nature's Child" will be held on Wednesday, February 20, at 7pm at The Rocks Estate, Bethlehem. The program is part of the Bretzfelder Park Family Educational Series and is presented through a collaboration of the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests , the Ammonoosuc Chapter of New Hampshire Audubon , the New Hampshire Children in Nature Coalition and the Arts Alliance. Selected for the Environmental Film Festival in 2011, "Mother Nature's Child" explores the powerful role of nature experiences in the health and development of toddlers, children and adolescents. Featuring children interacting with nature from Vermont to Washington, D.C., plus the voices of experts in the field, the film marks a moment in time when a living generation can recall their childhood spent in free play outdoors, which will not be the case for most children growing up today. Discussion following the film will examine the importance of unstructured time outside for children, the place of risk-taking in healthy child development, how children learn through play, and ways for children to connect with nature, including through the arts. Contact the Arts Alliance at (603) 323-7302 for more information. Poetry Out Loud Welcomes Groveton High! Groveton High has joined the roster of high schools participating in Poetry Out Loud. The northern regional semi-final will be held at Plymouth State University from 7-9pm on Thursday, March 7; snow date is Saturday, March 9. The Poetry Out Loud State Finals will be held at the State House in Concord from 7-9pm on Friday, March 15; snow date is Monday, March 18. The Arts Alliance is proud to be a partner in the Poetry Out Loud program. For additional information, contact Poetry Out Loud Coordinator Catherine O'Brian, Catherine.R.OBrian@dcr.nh.gov or (603) 271-0791. White Mountain National Forest Artist in Residence: We'll be sending out the call for applications for the 2013 White Mountain National Forest Artist in Residence program early in February. If you want to be on the list -- or if you know of artists (in any media) who might be interested, let us know at info@aannh.org and we'll be sure to include you in the call for this great opportunity. Save the Date for Arts in Early Learning Conference, March 9 in Amherst: We're pleased to present our Arts in Early Learning Conference, "How I Go from Here to There," at Preschool in the Village, 11 Church Street in Amherst, from 9am to 3pm on Saturday, March 9 (registration begins at 8:30am, with morning coffee and snacks provided). This is the same wonderful conference, part of our ongoing partnership with VSA New Hampshire, that we presented in Plymouth and Derry in the fall; it will also be repeated April 13 in Berlin. Through music, creative movement, creative drama and visual arts, participants will experience a wealth of activities and ideas they can use with children in classrooms, child-care settings, libraries and other community sites -- and at home. Particular attention will be given to meeting the needs of children with developmental and learning differences. Participants will take away sample lessons as well as an array of user-friendly ways to link the arts and learning through the theme of movement and travel. To learn more and to register, click here. Register early for the Annual Write Now! Conference on Saturday, April 6: This year's conference, for K-12 teachers, administrators, literacy leaders and interested parents and community members, features Kelly Gallagher on Writing Like This: Teaching Real World Writing through Mentoring & Mentor Texts. The conference takes place Saturday, April 6, 8:30am-2pm, at Kennett High School, North Conway. An inspiring teacher and presenter, Kelly is the author of Reading Reasons, Deeper Reading, Teaching Adolescent Writers, Readicide: How Schools Are Killing Reading and What You Can Do About It, and, most recently, Write Like This. Cost for the conference, co-sponsored and made possible by the generosity of the Conway School District, is only $25 to cover facilities and food. This annual conference honors the memory and legacy of Don Graves. Download a brochure with registration form on our website.

Colebrook Area

Great North Woods Committee for the Arts presents... Various locations, including Tillotson Center at 14 Carriage Lane, Colebrook (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 237-9302. Advance tickets for the Tillotson Center shows are available at Fiddleheads at 110 Main Street in Colebrook. Tuesday, February 5, 7pm - *Cantrip* The Scottish group features Dan Houghton on pipes, whistles, flute, bouzouki, mandolin guitar & vocals, Jon Bews on fiddle & vocals, and Eric McDonald on guitar, mandolin, bouzouki & vocals. The group's website describe the band as a trio of Scottish traditional musicians that has been stunning audiences on several sides of the Atlantic for over a decade with its driving blend of fiddle, bagpipes and guitar. Held at Rialto Theatre in Lancaster. Wednesday, February 13, 7pm - Winter Warmers Concert Series: A Night of Bluegrass Well-known local musician Haze Smith and his band Gopher Broke will headline the night, playing music which is original and inventive, but which carries on the bluegrass tradition with continuity and authenticity. With all members contributing vocally, the constantly changing lead singing and blends of harmonies kept their vocals fresh and interesting. Bluegrass musician Chris Masson will open for the night. Tickets are available at Fiddleheads, in Colebrook, as well as at the door on the night of the concert. At Colebrook Country Club. Complimentary snacks will be available. Monday, February 18, 7pm - *Barra MacNeils* A family group that includes Kyle on vocals, guitar, violin & mandolin; Lucy on vocals, bodhran, Celtic harp, fiddle & step dancing; Sheumas on keyboard, piano, bodhran, fiddle, bouzouki & vocals; Stewart on vocals, accordion, tin whistle, flute, bouzouki, guitar & step dancing; Boyd on mandolin, fiddle, guitar, banjo, percussion & step dancing; Ryan on keyboards, percussion, uilleann pipes, tin whistle, bodhran & step dancing; and Jami Gatti on bass. Held at Rialto Theatre in Lancaster. Colebrook Winter Carnival Saturday, February 9, all day Colebrook Country Club Route 26, Colebrook (800) 698-8939 www.northcountrychamber.org Colebrook's Winter Carnival is a family affair, with dozens of events indoors and out for participants young and old. Begin the day with a Pancake Breakfast from 7-10am. Featured activities are ice carving, a bocce tournament, kids' box car racing and a cribbage tournament. A good snowfall means even more events, such as a snowshoe relay, snow tube relay, dog sledding, and more. Free. Women's Retreat in Northern NH, An Oasis of Simplicity Enchanted Acres Pittsburg (603) 582-5404 www.enchantedacresnh.com/index.php/reservations/specials Women will have time for themselves for relaxation and rejuvenation, to experience living simply without electricity in a natural and rustic setting, to have the opportunity to read, write letters, express themselves creatively through mediums such as painting, collage, weaving, coloring, or to simply do nothing without feeling guilty. Workshops are free for overnight guests and basic supplies will be provided. Participation will always be optional. Additional spaces may be available for those not able to stay overnight. Please contact Barbara for details and reservations via email, website or Facebook page. 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 in Colebrook. Exhibiting Connecticut River Artisan Group (CRAG). 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

Lancaster/Whitefield Area

Annual Valentine's Day Dance Saturday, February 16, 8pm-12midnight Twin Mountain Town Hall Twin Mountain www.nhgrand.com The annual Valentine's Day Dance is a fundraiser for the Twin Mountain Snowmobile Club (www.twinmtnsnowmobile.org). Spend the day riding and then turn out for an evening of dancing to The Rocky Mountain Way Band, great food donated by local businesses, door prizes, and a 50/50 raffle. BYOB event. Live & On Screen at Rialto Theatre 80 Main Street (Route 2), Lancaster (603) 684-1121 www.lancasterrialto.com New entertainment every week, covering a vast array of genres, providing recent run movies and unique viewing alternatives by bringing back classics, vintage films and nontraditional entertainment. Jefferson Historical Society Museum & Programs Call for museum days & hours 900 Presidential Highway/Route 2, Jefferson (603) 586-4372 www.facebook.com/pages/Jefferson-Historical-Society/118993864789538 Collection is housed in an 1868 church on the edge of the Waumbek Golf Course. Permanent exhibits include early life in Jefferson, the life of Thaddeus Lowe, the Cherry Mountain Slide, and the Waumbek Hotel photographs and memorabilia. Meets first Tuesday of the month at 7pm - May through October meetings held at the Museum on Route 2, and November through April meetings are held at the Jefferson Elementary School on Route 115A. Everyone welcome. Appalachian Mountain Club Programs AMC Highland Center at Crawford Notch Route 302, Bretton Woods (603) 278-4453 www.facebook.com/AppalachianMountainClub Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is America's oldest nonprofit conservation and recreation organization. A membership organization, the AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters and trails of the Appalachian region. The AMC offers outdoor experiences and educational programs for youth, teens, families and adults through its New Hampshire huts and lodges, maintains over 1,500 miles of trails, and supports conservation policy and research efforts. Weathervane Theatre & Children's Programs 389 Lancaster Road (Route 3N), Whitefield (603) 837-9322 www.weathervanetheatre.org Professional main stage shows in an alternating/rotating calendar that offers a different show almost every night. Check website for audience age appropriateness of each show. Coming summer 2013: Les Miserables is not only a major motion picture . . . but it's now available for regional professional productions. This summer the theatre presents "Les Miz" on the Mainstage, Weathervane-style. Look for the complete Season 48 Season announcement in early February, as well as information about programs, activities and special events. Whitefield Historical Society Museum By appointment Whitefield Historical Society Museum downstairs in Laconia Savings Bank 22 King Square, Whitefield (603) 837-2466 www.whitefieldnh.org/page2.asp Features displays on various facets of life in Whitefield over the years. Ongoing exhibits are also on display on the first floor of the Mountain View Grand year 'round and are updated periodically.

Berlin/Gorham Area

Appalachian Mountain Club Happenings Saturdays (unless noted otherwise), 8pm AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center Route 16, Pinkham Notch (603) 466-2721 www.outdoors.org/about/calendar/ Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is America's oldest nonprofit conservation and recreation organization. A membership organization, the AMC promotes the protection, enjoyment, and understanding of the mountains, forests, waters and trails of the Appalachian region. The AMC offers outdoor experiences and educational programs for youth, teens, families and adults through its New Hampshire huts and lodges, maintains over 1,500 miles of trails, and supports conservation policy and research efforts. Wednesdays, through March 27 - 2013 International Dinner & Adventure Series A weekly dinner series of international cuisine and follows with an inspiring presentation. The after dinner program is a cultural and inspirational adventure presented by local and regional guides, explorers and travelers. Guests may BYOB responsibly to the family-style dinner. Call for more information or to make a reservation. This schedule is subject to change. January 30 - The Galapagos Islands and the Cities of Ecuador, with Theo and Melanie Stibbons, and the Cuisine of Ecuador. St. Kieran Center for the Arts Programs Business hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm 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, 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. Season Membership Tickets to all 2013 Main Stage performances are now available. Membership benefits include advance mailings and personal invitations to special events including the St. Patrick's Day Dinner, the Francofest celebration, Swing for the Arts Golf Tournament, Art Exhibition Openings, receptions and advance Nutcracker Ballet ticket reservations. As always, Nutcracker Ballet tickets are included in the membership package. Sunday, February 3, 2pm - *High Altitude! Air Force Band of the Mid-Atlantic* The Air National Guard's premier rock band will feature something for everyone including current pop tunes, oldies, country, and both acoustic and electric pieces. Admission is free and open to all. Donations to support the 2013 series at St. Kieran Arts Center are welcomed and greatly appreciated. Upcoming performances include Cabin Fever Follies, a fast-paced variety show on Sunday, February 17 at 2pm; Donna Marie and Her Puppet Friends, Saturday, March 2- 1pm; Four Feet Two Shoes Celtic Duo, March 24; The Funky Divas of Gospel, April 7; Linda Pouliot- Jazz Singer, April 24, The Don Campbell Band, May 5, and Mellow Yellow, the 60's-70's Retro Band on May 19, brought back by popular demand. Tickets will be on sale soon for the 2013 St. Patrick's Day Dinner on Friday, March 15. Northern Forest Heritage Park Call for hours 942 & 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 Company 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. NFHP offers group charter rates for boat tours and Logging Camp/Museum tours. Volunteers are always needed and warmly welcomed. The Bunkhouse and Cookhouse are available for various functions, whether it be a wedding, bridal/baby shower, birthday party, retirement party, company picnic or whatever-you-can-imagine party. The Bunkhouse and Cookhouse are open year round. Call to reserve. 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. Monday, February 4, 5-7pm - North Country Writers' Night Out The New Hampshire Writers' Project Writers' Night Out is a first-Monday-of-the-month gathering of writers in a warm and social setting. This isn't a reading... it is writers discussing what they are working on, what's new in the publishing world, books they have read, and more. No need to RSVP, just stop by this free gathering, held in the Cookhouse. One does not have to be a member of the Writers' Project to attend. For more information, contact George Geers at (603) 785-4811. www.nhwritersproject.org WREN Workshops & Technology Classes 921 Main Street, Berlin (603) 869-9736 www.wrencommunity.org Thursdays, February 7-March 28, 5-8:30pm - WREN BETA Program Thinking about starting a business or boosting your existing one? Our Business and Entrepreneurial Technical Assistance program integrates the nationally known, award winning Core Four training curriculum with WREN's own brand of business coaching, networking and weekly guest speakers. This 8-week course covers successful strategies for business including marketing, financial management, and operations planning. Scholarships are always available. To register, call or visit the website. By appointment - Computer and Web Tutorials When it comes to computers, everyone is at their own learning level, with personal questions about programs and a unique set of needs. Get one-on-one attention from Laura Jamison and learn the basics and beyond in topics such as getting started on Facebook, using Microsoft Publisher, or setting up an email account. Call 723-1004 to set up an appointment. White Mountain Cafe & Bookstore Exhibits and Events Daily, 7am-4pm 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/ Music in the Great North Woods Venues in Gorham, Berlin, Lancaster and Randolph (603) 466-2865 or (603) 326-3242 (information) www.MusicGNW.org Music in the Great North Woods promotes and supports classical music in New Hampshire's North Country in new as well as existing venues. During the summer months, the non-profit organization sponsors a Master Organ Recital series and the Big Moose Bach Fest, with visiting musicians of international stature. Call, visit the website or email for detailed schedules and more information. Events are open to the public, with donations benefiting the entire series of concerts sponsored by Music in the Great North Woods. Randolph Public Library, RMC & Randolph Colloquy Events Saturdays & Mondays, 10am-12noon; Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3-8pm Town Hall complex 130 Durand Road, Randolph (603) 466-5408 https://sites.google.com/site/randolphpubliclibrary/ Wednesdays, 3:15-4:30 - Hop-Off-The-Bus: Children's Book Group Fall book selection is Wild Wings by Gill Lewis. The story will be read aloud each week, small activities connected with the story will be included throughout, and an after-school snack will be provided. School age children grades 1+ are welcome (written permission required; please stop by the Library to pick up a form). Younger children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. The Randolph bus usually arrives at the Library between 3:15-3:25pm. The program will end at 4:30pm and children must be picked up or met at the Library at that time. All events are free to the public. Donations to help defray costs are encouraged. Click on the Local Interest tab on the town website (www.randolph.nh.gov/Local Interest.htm) to read publications that include library news to confirm dates and to find dates and times for movie nights and children's programs. 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.berlinnhhistoricalsociety.org 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. Gorham Historical Society & Railroad Museum Call or email in advance to confirm schedule 25 Railroad Street (behind town park), Gorham (603) 466-5338 www.gorhamnewhampshire.com/railroadmuseum.html Explore the rich history of the town, the area and the railroad through artifacts, photographs, railroad exhibits and equipment, including Baldwin steam engine, B&M diesel engine, Russell snowplow and caboose. Museum located within a 1907 Grand Trunk Railway station (used as station until 1968), with a model railroad and unique Crockett-Quinn GTR Railroadania exhibit in railroad boxcars. Most of the museum and several boxcars are handicapped accessible. For more information, or to ensure the Museum will be open when making a visit, call or email the Society. Admission is by donation. Directions: Route 2 and 16 into Gorham (Main Street). Railroad Street is one block south of Main Street and the town common, near the Town Hall.

Littleton Area

League of NH Craftsmen & Littleton Studio School Classes League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, 81 Main Street, Littleton (603) 444-1099 Littleton Studio School, 21 Mill Street, Littleton (603) 444-1066 www.booksmusictoys.com/league_of_craftsmen.php The Littleton Studio School is an affiliate of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen. The School is an extension of the League's mission to bring the experience of fine craftmaking to the North Country through classes and workshops for children, adults and seniors. Becoming a League of NH Craftsmen Member entitles members to discounts on workshops and classes, invitations to receptions and special events, in addition to other benefits. Please call, email or stop by the League or the Book Store for the latest class schedule or to reserve a place in a class. Wednesday, January 30 - *Neighbor to Neighbor Dinner* Come dine at the Sunset Hill House and support the Littleton Studio School. Nancy, the innkeeper, generously will donate 30% of all the food sales from ALL dinners. This is part of their ongoing neighbor to neighbor series which has returned over $10,000 to the community since inception. To make a reservation, please call the Sunset Hill House Restaurant at (603) 823-5522 (The Tavern is not participating in this event). For more information regarding the Inn go to www.sunsethillhouse.com Wednesdays, through February 13, 3:30-5:50pm - Throwing, with Cecily Yarosh Kids (ages 10+) will learn the basics of throwing on the potters wheel making bowls, cups and even plates. During the last class they will also learn how to glaze their pieces. Thursdays, through February 14, 6-9pm - Jewelry Fundamentals, with Jean Matray Explore fundamentals of metalsmithing, including soldering, sawing, forming, surface texture, with stamps and hammers, and finishing. New techniques are introduced with each project. This class can be taken repeatedly as students develop their skills and personal styles. Each project builds on techniques learned in the last class. Ages: Adult Tuesdays, through February 12, 10am-12:30pm - Handbuilding, with Maria Neal Beginners or experienced potters will gain a solid foundation or stretch their abilities working with the hand-building process. Work with slabs to create mugs, bowls or boxes; use underglazes, wax resist, glazes and textures to create unique surfaces; and learn coiling and pinching techniques to create vases and other forms. Ages: 12+ Tuesdays OR Thursdays, through February 14, 6-9pm OR Wednesdays, through February 13, 9am-12noon - Throwing/Handbuilding, with Alison Dodd From basic throwing and handbuilding skills, to creating advanced forms and applying surface designs. Open to students with any level of experience, ages 12+. Thursdays, February 7-28, 9:30-11:30am - *Intermediate Watercolor, with Ed Kadumc Continue to explore the unique characteristics that watercolor has to offer. Instruction includes demonstrations, discussion and critique to foster creative growth and personal expression. Ages 15+ Thursdays, Febuary 7-28, 6-8:30pm - Clay Sculpture, with Ed Kadunc Explore the fundamentals of face and figure sculpture. This adult class is just the beginning of a series of sculpture adventures. Fridays, February 8 & March 8, 6-9pm - Teen Enameling Night, with Lucy Golden An amazing opportunity to introduce teenagers into the art of jewelry making, enameling is an ancient art in which colored glass is fused to metals. In this class, students will use copper and sifted colored enamels to make jewelry, key chains, small plates and/or tiles. Processes taught will be sifting, using stencils, copper foil and silver wire to add definition and detail. This is an ongoing class, but can also drop in for an evening. Also held April 12 & May 10. Saturday, February 9, 11am-2pm - 5th Annual Love & Chocolate Festival* A sweet and delicious fundraiser for the School, visitors can fill a plate with handmade chocolate delicacies. This very popular event always sells out early, so early arrival is encouraged. In addition, special gift-wrapped packages of handmade chocolate truffles will be available for purchase. Raffle tickets will also be available for special high-value items. Tickets can be purchased at the door, or pre-purchased at the Littleton Studio School, the Littleton League of NH Craftsmen Gallery, and the French Sisters Bakery. Saturday, February 16, 10am-5pm - *Get Comfortable With Soldering Workshop* This intensive one-day class with Jean Matray will help adult students understand and get comfortable with soldering. Students will work on a variety of diverse exercises in order to discover the subtleties of soldering by experimentation and repetition. All project materials will be provided. Some experience is preferred. Also held Sunday, April 7. Sunday, February 17, 12noon-4:30pm - *Beadweaving: Bead Netted Cuff, with Deb Fairchild This cuff has the look and feel of freeform without the challenges of true freeform. Adult students use a regular bead netting stitch and seed beads to create a richly textured beadscape bracelet. No previous beading experience required. Monday, February 18, 12noon-3pm - Beadweaving: Finishing Techniques, with Deb Fairchild Finishing your beaded pieces can be challenging. In this class, we'll review a variety of methods for finishing seed beaded projects. Bring pieces that are ready to finish to class. We'll review as many as possible and suggest appropriate techniques for finishing. Ages: Adult Thursdays, February 21-March 28, 6-9pm - Guided Open Sessions, with Jean Matray Students work on their own projects with assistance from the instructor. The group will choose one new technique to explore during each session. Tuesday, February 26, 10am-12:30pm - Treasure Boxes, with Maria Neal Make a lidded box. Decorate it by stamping, drawing, and adding clay and then using underglaze colors to decorate. You will have a wonderful box to keep your important treasures in. Ages 6+ Wednesday, February 27, 9-11:30am - Pinch Pots and Bubble Pots, with Annette Morrison Learn to make pinch pots and then turn them into whimsical pinch pot creatures or boxes. Age 6+ Schedule to be determined - Metals/Jewelry Open Studio* is available for students to work on class projects or for independent work. A monitor will be available to oversee the studio and to answer questions. 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. Along with presenting 2 open-call member shows (in April & December), The Gallery presents 10 curated shows each year, with opening receptions on the First Friday of the month. Friday, February 1, 5-7pm - *Art Exhibit Opening Reception: Glimmers of Nature* Batik, Drawing and Pottery by Denise Crowley, Carol Dillingham and Janice Balog The exhibit is a delightful mix of pen and ink drawings, batik paintings on fabric and porcelain and stoneware vessels. All three artists find inspiration in the natural world and the infinite diversity and complexity of life, and share an interest in the forms that arise in nature. Free and open to the public - everyone is invited. The exhibit will run through Tuesday, February 26. Saturday, February 9, 10am-2pm - *Back Room Bonanza* WREN is doing some early Spring Cleaning, so come on down and score some great equipment for your home business. All items must be taken same day. Contact Jane Storella at storellaj@yahoo.com for more information or to find out how you can volunteer. Sunday, February 10, 12noon-3pm - *Wings: Cooking/Making Treats, with Kayla Mardin Gather with other kids to bake delicious, easy goodies for Valentine's Day! Maximum of 7 kids Saturday, February 16, 11am-1pm - Demonstration of Botanical Drawing and Batik* Denise Crowley and Carol Dillingham will offer a free demonstration to the public of their respective techniques in a special meet-the-artist event. These two artists are currently featured in the Gallery's exhibit Glimmers of Nature. Open to the public. Thursday, February 21, 12:30-3pm - *WRENegades* Local author Eric Pinder will talk about his experience living on top of Mt. Washington in the observatory. Bring a brown bag lunch; held in the Cross Country Lodge adjacent to the Mt. Washington Hotel Friday, February 22, 10am-12pm - *Marketing Your Business with the New Facebook* Facebook has new features since going public. Learn the tricks to get your Facebook business page the attention you deserve. Strategies to spend less time more efficiently, promoting yourself effectively. Instructor: Laura Jamison Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:30-5:40pm & 5:50-7pm - *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 any time; walk-ins welcome. Mats will be provided for the first class; wear close-fitting comfortable clothes. Call Katrine for fee schedule. (603) 823-7441. By appointment - Computer/Web Tutorials Get one-on-one attention and learn the basics and beyond in topics such as getting started on Facebook, using Microsoft Publisher, or setting up an email account. Call (603) 869-9736 to set up an appointment. 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. Visitors are welcome to take a self-guided tour of the New Hampshire Maple Experience at The Rocks and visit the Maple Museum, housed in one of many carefully restored historic buildings on the Estate. The museum includes a collection of historic and modern tools used in sugaring. A video played inside the sugar house provides a virtual tour of the springtime sugaring process. The extensive trails system at The Rocks is open daily, year-round, from dawn until dusk. Leashed pets are welcome to accompany their people on the trails. For visitors using their smart phones, The Rocks also offers a Mobile Tour, where visitors may learn more about the history of the Estate, modern day conservation and management practices there, and the different types of Christmas trees grown on the farm. Select Wednesdays, 7pm - Bretzfelder Park Programs These free programs are part of the Bretzfelder Park Family Educational Series, owned by the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests (www.forestsociety.org). All are welcome. The winter series will be held Wednesdays in February. February 6 - *A Labor of Love: Revising the AMC White Mountain Guide* Led by hiking columnist and AMC White Mountain Guide co-editor Mike Dickerman of Littleton, the free presentation is offered by the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests. Dickerman will present a slideshow and discussion of the process of preparing the 29th edition of the Appalachian Mountain Club's White Mountain Guide, which he co-edited with fellow hiker and author Steve Smith of Lincoln. February 13 - *Presentation by New England Ski Museum* Executive Director Jeff Leich of his book Over The Headwall: The Ski History of Tuckerman Ravine. February 20 - *Film and Discussion: "Mother Nature's Child"* Featuring children interacting with nature from Vermont to Washington, DC, plus the voices of experts in the field, the film marks a moment in time when a living generation can recall their childhood spent in free play outdoors, which will not be the case for most children growing up today. Discussion following the film will examine the importance of unstructured time outside for children, the place of risk-taking in healthy child development, how children learn through play, and ways for children to connect with nature, including through the arts. Contact the Arts Alliance at (603) 323-7302 for more information. 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 (www.lisbonartsgallery.com/arac). Interested in becoming an ARTS Gallery member, visit www.lisbonartsgallery.com/membership on the web. To register for classes, or for more information, please contact Janus Balog at janicebalog@yahoo.com or 838-5076, or stop by the Gallery. Registration forms are on the Gallery website at www.theartsgallery.yolasite.com/events-and-info, 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. Through February 10 - Gallery Exhibit: Wool and Wonder Featuring the fiber art of Dori Hamilton and the photo-montages and hand-made jewelry of Judy Brubaker. Sundays, February 10 & 24, 2-4pm - Knit and Crochet Sessions Participants can bring their own projects, learn from others, help someone out or just enjoy their craft. There is no charge or registration required and it's open to all skill levels. Second & fourth Sundays of each month, November-March. Contact Dori Hamilton for instruction or additional information at tvcbaa@roadrunner.com or 838-5149. Events & Workshops at Littleton Area Senior Center Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm (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. Thursday, February 14, 1pm - A Visit With Queen Victoria In 1837, teenaged Victoria ascended to the British throne, untrained and innocent. Those who would try to usurp her power underestimated this self-willed intelligent young woman whose mettle sustained her through her 63-year reign. Using Queen Victoria's diary and letters, this program reveals the personal details of a powerful yet humane woman, who took seriously her role as monarch in a time of great expansion. She and her husband, Albert, set an example of high moral character and dedication, a novelty in the royal house after generations of scandal. Sally Mummey performs this living history in proper 19th century clothing resplendent with Royal Orders. A New Hampshire Humanities Council program - free and open to the public. Contact: Kate Vaughan Mondays, 1pm - Yoga Tuesdays, 10am - Art Class (beginners welcome) 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.bethlehemlibrary.org Saturday, February 16, 9am - Readers Café Book Discussion Participants share their thoughts, and whether they liked the book or not. The monthly group meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month. The discussion is open to all who have read the book. Saturdays, 10am-12noon - Sit 'N' Knit Bring a current knitting or crocheting project to work on, ask others for help, and share completed projects. All abilities are welcome. Free and open to the public. Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation Events & Classes Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation Synagogue & Abe Goldstone Library 39 Strawberry Hill, Bethlehem (603) 869-5465 www.bethlehemsynagogue.org Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation (BHC) has been a landmark in the North Country, representing a continuous Jewish presence in the area, beginning with the early 20th century organization of The Hebrew Hay Fever Association (later The National Hay Fever Association). For 90 years, Jewish families have gathered in the sanctuary to welcome the Shabbat bride, celebrate holidays, and share life cycle events. Visitors are always welcome to visit the historic synagogue and library. Please call or email Cantor Marlena Fuerstman or visit the website for detailed information on all events, classes and religious services. All are open to the public; registration is required for classes. BHC is a Conservative-Egalitarian congregation. Franconia Area Heritage Council Exhibits & Events By appointment Franconia Heritage Museum (Franconia Town Hall) 553 Main Street (Route 18), Franconia (603) 823-5000 www.franconianh.org The non-profit Council operates the Franconia Heritage Museum and the Iron Furnace Interpretive Center. Recently acquired antique farm equipment is on display in the side yard. Work continues on a scale model of the Brooks and Whitney Bobbin Mill. The Brooks family exhibit will be displaying artifacts and items throughout the museum's 1800s farmhouse and outbuildings. Lisbon Area Historical Society By chance or appointment 6 South Main Street, Lisbon, (603) 838-6146 www.lisbonareahistory.org The Society's new museum in the Parker Block houses a collection of 18th, 19th and 20th century artifacts, papers, books, photographs, genealogies and other items relevant to Lisbon, Lyman and Landaff history. The Society's mission is to continue collecting artifacts, photographs, papers, genealogies and other items relevant to the area's rich history, in addition to aiding researchers and teaching the students in schools. Major fundraisers have been publication of Personal Traces, a Historical Collection of Personal Accounts from Lisbon, Lyman and Landaff, NH, Book One and Two by Andrea M. Fitzgerald and reproduction of the George Norris 1883 Birds-eye Map of Lisbon. All profits from the books and maps benefit the Lisbon Area Historical Society, a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity. A grant was also awarded from NH Electric Co-op Foundation to conserve Lisbon's original 1790 manuscript map of Lisbon. Fiddleheads "On the River" Above Millers Cafe and Bakery, adjacent to the Littleton Grist Mill 16 Mill Street, Littleton (603) 444-8044 www.facebook.com/fiddleheadslittleton A retail shoppe featuring fine American Craft along with other quality items produced in the USA, Canada and by Fair Trade producers, Fiddleheads has an on-premise gallery featuring the works of local artisans. Bob Copeland's North-of-the-Notch Studio & Gallery Thursday-Saturday, 11am-4pm, and by chance or appointment 23 Ammonoosuc Street (2nd floor), Littleton (603) 444-6266 www.bobcopelandart.com The North-of-the-Notch Studio & Gallery features paintings, prints and extreme close-up photographs (Abstractions from Nature) created by retired Boston TV weatherman Bob Copeland.

Lincoln/Woodstock Area

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 Wednesday, January 30, 5pm - Free Monthly Movie Night Advanced reservations are required; call to reserve a seat and find out what film is being shown. Last Wednesday of each month. Tuesday, February 5, 7pm - Friends of Lincoln Library Present Free Concert Come prepared for a rousing evening of bluegrass - with some New England and Irish sounds mixed in - as Pressure's On returns for the 10th anniversary Annual Meeting of the Friends of Lincoln Library. The program at Jean's Playhouse, 10 Papermill Drive, Lincoln, is free and open to all; a short meeting precedes the music. Free refreshments will be served and there will be a cash bar. The Arts Alliance is pleased to continue the tradition of partnering with FOLL for this annual event. For details, call the Library. Thursday, February 14, 3pm - Financial Planning Program This seminar is free and open to all. Please call the Library to reserve your seat. Thursday, February 21, 6:30pm - Harnessing History: On the Trail of New Hampshire's State Dog, the Chinook This program looks at how dog sledding developed in New Hampshire and how the Chinook played a major role in this story. Explaining how man and his relationship with dogs won out over machines on several famous polar expeditions, Bob Cottrell covers the history of Arthur Walden and his Chinooks, the State Dog of New Hampshire. A New Hampshire Humanities Council program - free and open to the public. Contact: Emily Burritt Fridays, 11am - Storytime Participants will read stories, do a craft and socialize. This program is free and open to all. Papermill Theatre at North Country Center for the Arts Jean's Playhouse, Papermill Theatre 10 Papermill Drive, Lincoln (603) 745-2141 www.PapermillTheatre.org The North Country Center for the Arts & Papermill Theatre presents professional Broadway musical shows, presented in alternating repertory. NCCA Gift Certificates are valid for any NCCA Productions, including Mainstage shows by the professional, award-winning Papermill Theatre company, community theatre shows by the newly-inaugurated Playhouse Players, and concert series shows that bring in musical guest artists from around the country. Gift Certificates may be ordered at the Jean's Playhouse Box Office (open Tuesday-Sunday 3-6pm), over the phone, or online. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, January 31, February 7, 15, 16 & 22, 7:30pm and Sundays, February 3 & 24, 2pm - Hate Mail Something like Love Letters, with two actors reading letters and other correspondence, but a little wilder and more hysterically funny. Preston, a spoiled rich kid, meets his match in Dahlia, an angst-filled artist. Their worlds collide when Preston sends a complaint letter that gets Dahlia fired from her job, followed by increasingly crazed correspondence as they move from hate to love, and then right back again. Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, February 1, 2, 8, 14, 21 & 23, 7:30pm and Sundays & Saturdays, February 9 & 10, 2pm - Love Letters The handwritten note leaves an indelible mark forever, not only on the ink-stained paper, but also in the heart of its reader. Considered one of A.R. Gurney's best and a classic of the American stage, Pulitzer Prize-nominated Love Letters tells the story of two people who grew up in the 1930s and whose lives become intimately entwined by the prolificacy of their pens. Tuesday, February 5, 7pm - Friends of Lincoln Library Present Free Concert Come prepared for a rousing evening of bluegrass - with some New England and Irish sounds mixed in - as Pressure's On returns for the 10th anniversary Annual Meeting of the Friends of Lincoln Library. The program, at Jean's Playhouse, is free and open to all; a short meeting precedes the music. Free refreshments will be served and there will be a cash bar. The Arts Alliance is pleased to continue the tradition of partnering with FOLL for this annual event. For details, call the Lincoln Public Library at 745-8159. Saturday, February 9, 6:30pm - Winter Auction The social event of the Winter. Enjoy a great meal, along with a lively live auction and silent auction. All proceeds benefit NCCA's future productions. Tickets are available online and at the door. Held at Loon Mountain Governor's Lodge in Lincoln. Sunday, February 17 - *Rosie Ledet & The Zydeco Playboys* Brimming with coy sensuality, Rosie's music is fresh and daring while still retaining its links to its bayou Creole heritage. Rosie has a rare combination of talent, not only in the zydeco world, but in any musical genre. Rosie is among the few zydeco artists who still sing and write some of their own material in Creole French. Monday, February 18 - *The Norman Magic Experience* Norman Ng is known for bringing a fresh and dynamic energy to his shows. He involves the audience in ways no other performer does. He gets the audience to react in ways they never thought they could. He swings stuff, smashes stuff, and makes hundreds of people suspend their disbelief with every show. Buy your White Mountains Vacation Raffle tickets online now for a chance to win numerous prizes. Drawing held Saturday, April 6. Details at www.papermilltheatre.org/white-mountain-escape-raffle/ Rey Center and Curious George Cottage Activities Wednesday-Saturday, 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 & workshops. Rey Center has numerous volunteer opportunities - please call for more information. Through March 2 - In the Art Gallery: A Waterville Winter This exhibit features works by local artists in a variety of media depicting winter scenes of Waterville Valley and the White Mountains. Gallery hours are Wednesday-Saturday 10am-5pm. No charge, donations are welcome. Proceeds support the Rey Center's art and science education programs. Saturdays, February 2 & 16, 9:30-11:30am - Nordic Ski with a Naturalist Join a Rey Center naturalist at Nordic Center in Town Square for this Nordic Ski tour to learn about the natural world in winter. Topics may include animal tracks, animals in winter, winter tree ID, snowflakes and more. Dress appropriately. Bring xcountry skis or rent them from the Nordic Center in Town Square at a discounted rate. Arrive 30 minutes early if renting gear. Saturdays, February 9 & 23, 10am - Nordic Kids with Curious George Story Time & Craft An enjoyable way for kids to learn Nordic skiing or snowshoeing and spend time at the Curious George Cottage. Children will play a variety of games and activities on skis en route to the Curious George Cottage, where they will hear stories read aloud and create Curious George themed crafts. It all ends with an extra fun race back to the Nordic Center. For children ages 3-7. Preregistration required. Meet at Nordic Center at Waterville Valley Resort's Town Square. Saturdays, February 9, 5:30-7:30pm - Nordic Night Adventures: Nordic Ski & Stargazing Join a Rey Center naturalist to explore Waterville Valley's Nordic trail system under a full moon or starry night. Listen and look for nocturnal wildlife, learn a few constellations, and enjoy the crispness of a winter night. Hot cocoa will await at the end of the journey (and a telescope & binoculars too if the sky is clear). Designed for adults and families with youth ages 7+. Advance registration requested. Saturday, February 9, 8:30-10:30pm - Dark Sky Stargazing Nights Join in during the new moon for monthly stargazing nights at the H.A. Rey Observatory. Telescopes will be set-up and knowledgeable volunteers from the NH Astronomical Society will be the guides. Bring warm layers to wear and binoculars if available. Designed for adults and families with children ages 4+. There is no charge to attend; donations are welcome. Wednesday & Thursday, February 13 & 14, 9:30am-4pm - Drawing Fundamentals, with Maryellen Sakura Using still life settings, found objects, the nearby landscape and photo resources, students will explore a number of exercises aimed at building their skills. The class will use conte crayon (less messy than charcoal), pencil, micropens with watercolor and pastels, as well as the appropriate paper for each. All materials included. Advance registration required. Monday & Thursday, February 18 & 21, 2-3pm - It's Good To Be Me A book reading and signing with Liz McNeill Jenkins, Margaret Turner and Jamba & Belle, the canine stars of the book, It's Good To Be Me, featuring photographs of these two loveable canines and the stunning scenery of Waterville Valley. Copies of the book are available to purchase. All proceeds from the book sales support the Rey Center's Art, Science and Nature educational programs. Fridays, through March 30 (except February 22 & March 1), 3-5pm; and Saturdays, 2-4pm - Curious George Cottage Open Visit the Curious George Cottage, the former summer home of Margret and H.A. Rey, to read Curious George books, try drawing in the style of H.A. Rey, walk the Curious George Nature Trail, stroll through the Mary Bierbrier Community Gardens, relax and take in the view of Mt. Tecumseh, and learn about how the Curious George Cottage is going green. All ages welcome. No charge to attend, donations welcome. Fridays, through March 30 (except February 22 & March 1), 3:30pm and Saturdays, 11am & 4pm - Story Time at the Curious George Cottage Studio Pull up a bean-bag chair to hear stories read out loud. Selections will include stories from the Curious George series as well as other Rey favorites such as Pretzel, Elizabite, Cicely G and more. Following story time Curious George and other seasonal crafts will be made that children can take home. All ages welcome. There is no charge to visit the Curious George Cottage, donations are welcome. Friday, February 22, 7-8pm - Winter Wellness Lecture Series Healthcare Reform After the Election... What does it all mean? by Philip Boulter. The goal of Phil's lecture is to get people to have an understanding of the implications of the new health reform laws as they pertain to individuals and businesses. Please preregister; free. Upcoming lecture: March 8 - Design Your Own Destiny by Mary Molloy Saturday, February 23, 5:30-7:30pm - Nordic Night Adventures: Full Moon Snowshoe Join a Rey Center naturalist to explore Waterville Valley's Nordic trail system under a full moon or starry night. Listen and look for nocturnal wildlife, learn a few constellations, and enjoy the crispness of a winter night. Hot cocoa will await at the end of the journey (and a telescope & binoculars too if the sky is clear). Designed for adults and families with youth ages 7+. Advance registration requested. Saturdays (except February 2), 4:30-6pm - Literary Discussion Group An intellectual evening to discuss poems, short stories and essays at the Curious George Cottage. Hors d'oeuvres are potluck; please bring something to share. Readings are provided in advance by email and at the Rey Center. Adults. 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.

Haverhill Area

Horse Meadow Senior Center Programs & Events Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm 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. Monday-Friday, 11:15am - Music Tuesdays - Nifty Needlers Wednesdays, 10:30am - Writers' Group Thursdays, 9am - Art Class Thursdays, 12:45pm - Tatting Court Street Arts at Alumni Hall Cultural Center Office Hours: Tuesdays-Sundays, 11am-3pm (and by arrangement) Alumni Hall Cultural Center and Connecticut River Byways Visitor Center 75 Court Street, Haverhill (603) 989-5500 www.courtstreetarts.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, explorations along the Connecticut River (among other things), the Center displays large interpretive panels sponsored by the Connecticut River Joint Commission. The panels show images and text related to the heritage, land and people of New Hampshire and Vermont's Upper Valley. The Visitor Center also offers a small number of gift items, including books, videos and DVDs of the region, and Alumni Hall note cards and T-shirts. Haverhill Historical Society By appointment Haverhill Historical Society's Kimball Store Museum 58 Court Street, Haverhill (603) 989-5953 haverhillhistoricalsociety.blogspot.com/ All lectures are free and open to the public. All programs are held at Ladd Street School, 880 Dartmouth College Highway, Haverhill.

Arts Alliance of Northern New Hampshire

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