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Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury 03224 603-783-9511 shakers.org

See ad page 25.

Castle in the Clouds Rte. 171, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Moultonborough 03254 603-476-5900 castleintheclouds.org See ad page 3.

Castleberry Fairs 603-332-2616

Come Meet the Artisans in Concord: April 1-2

Hampton Falls: May 13-14, July 1-2, Sept. 16-17

Meredith: May 27-29, Sept. 30-Oct. 1

Info at castleberryfairs.com

The Clark House / Wolfeboro Historical Society

233 South Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-4997 wolfeboronh.us/clark-museum-complex

Wed.-Fri. 10-4; Sat. 10-2

Craft shows throughout the Lakes Region, North Conway and Nashua. See our listing under “Attractions & Activities” for schedule.

Clark’s Bears 110 US Rte. 3, Lincoln 03251 603-745-8913 info@clarksbears.com www.clarksbears.com Affordable family entertainment since 1928. Bear shows, Amazing Circus Act, steam train ride into “Wolfman’s Territory,” museums, rides and more! See ad page 28.

The Escape Room Experience

555 Main St., Laconia, 03246 603-366-6296

TheEscapeRoomExperience.live info@theescaperoomexperience.live See ad this page. Funspot Rte. 3, 579 Endicott St. N., Weirs Beach 03247 603-366-4377 Questions@funspotnh.com

FunspotNH.com See ad page 23.

Gunstock Mountain Resort Adventure Park

719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 03249 603-293-4341 services@gunstock.com gunstock.com

See ad this page & page 79.

Haunting Whisper Vineyard & Spirits

77 Oak Ridge Dr., Rte. 4, Danbury 03230 603-768-5506 HauntingWhisper.net ewiswall@HauntingWhisper.net

Heritage Farm Pancake House

15 Parker Hill Rd., Sanbornton 03269 603-524-5400 HeritageFarmPancakeHouse.com

Facebook: heritagefarmpancakehouse

Highland Mountain Bike Park

75 Ski Hill Dr., Northfield 03276 603-286-7677 info@highlandmountain.com highlandmountain.com

Lift-access downhill mountain biking for all ability levels. Lessons, rentals, and summer camps available. Check out the Find Your Ride program for an all-inclusive introduction to the park. See ad page 32.

Joyce’s Craft Shows

The Loon Center and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary

Come learn about loons and the ecology of NH! Exhibits - The Loon’s Feather Shop - Trails

Please see our website for seasonal hours

Clip ad for 10% off in the Gift Shop! (excluding sale and consignment items)

FREE ADMISSION!

Lee’s Mill Road • Moultonborough 476-LOON (476-5666) www.loon.org

Lakes Region Model Railroad Museum

Coming in 2023! To be located in the rehabilitated Wolfeboro 1872 Freight Shed on Railroad Ave. in Wolfeboro www.LRMRM.org Wolfeboro’s new downtown interactive museum will showcase the region’s railroading history.

The Libby Museum

755 North Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1035 director@thelibbymuseum.org wolfeboronh.us/libby-museum-natural-history

Living Shores Aquarium

850 NH Rte. 16, Glen 03818 603-383-4186 livingshores.com An indoor walk through adventure that allows the whole family to discover the wonders of the ocean year-round.

The Loon Center 183 Lee’s Mill Rd., Moultonboro 03254 603-476-5666 loon.org See ad this page.

Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves

1712 Lost River Rd., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-8031 info@lostrivergorge.com lostrivergorge.com Explore nature’s blissful beauty on a self-guided 1-mile wooden boardwalk trail among jagged rock walls, glacial boulder caves, and cascading waterfalls.

M/S Mount Washington Lake Winnipesaukee, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-5531 info@cruiseNH.com cruiseNH.com See ad page 52 & back cover.

Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum 18 Highlawn Rd., PO Box 142, Warner, NH 03278 603-456-2600 info@indianmuseum.org indianmuseum.org

Contemporary arts, baskets, pottery, bead and quill work, historical objects and archaeological artifacts. Hands-on activities. Nature Trail. Museum store includes locally-made goods.

Mount Washington Cog Railway 3168 Base Station Rd., Mount Washington, NH just 6 miles from the historic Omni Mount Washington Hotel in Bretton Woods and Rte. 302. Advance tickets available at thecog.com or 800-922-8825

An amazing adventure to the summit of New England’s highest peak. See ad pages 28 & 42.

New England Pond Hockey Classic info@pondhockeyclassic.com www.PondHockeyClassic.com

One of the largest Pond Hockey Tournaments in North America, played on Lake Winnipesaukee in Meredith. Over 275 teams compete in over 500 games on 26 rinks during the three-day event. Free for spectators.

NH Boat Museum & Vintage Boat Rides 399 Center St. (Rte. 28), Wolfeboro 03896 603-569-4554 museum@nhbm.org nhbm.org

Exhibits & Activities about the boating heritage of NH, Programs, Events for all-ages. Museum Store. Vintage Boat Rides on Lake Winnipesaukee. Free museum pass with boat ride. Open Memorial Day Weekend. Visit website for tickets & times. See ad page 51.

NH Highland Games & Festival Sept. 15-17, 2023 at Loon Mountain Resort in Lincoln, NH. Presented by NHSCOT Office: 603-229-1975 Ticket Sales: nhscot.org info@nhscot.org

NH Motor Speedway Rte. 106, Loudon 03307 603-783-4931 nhms.com See ad page 26.

NH State Parks 172 Pembroke Rd., Concord 03301

New Hampshire State Parks: Year-round outdoor recreational opportunities. NHstateparks.org 603-271-3556

OSG Paintball 1053 North Barnstead Rd., Center Barnstead 03225 1-800-707-7529 info@osgpaintball.com osgpaintball.com

New England’s largest paintball park. 12 themed fields across 43 acres. Full restaurant and bar. Packages for ages 7 and up.

Owl’s Nest Resort & Golf Club

40 Clubhouse Lane, Thornton 03285 603-726-3076 info@owlsnestresort.com owlsnestresort.com

Oxford Casino Hotel 777 Casino Way, Oxford, ME 04270 207-539-6700 oxfordcasino.com 24/7 destination for fun and gaming excitement! State-of-the-art reel and video slot machines, plus exciting table action. Have a blast at Southern Maine’s Casino! Persons under 21 years of age may not enter the gaming area or restaurants unless licensed as employees. Gambling problem? Call 2-1-2 for help

Polar Caves 705 Rumney Rte. 25, Rumney 03266 603-536-1888 info@polarcaves.com polarcaves.com See ad this page.

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5695 info@prescottfarm.org prescottfarm.org Connect with nature, natural history & cultural heritage with public programs, 3+ miles of free hiking trails, Natural PlayScape. Kids Vacation & Summer Camps. Open year round. See ad this page.

Rail Bike Adventures 15 Veterans Square Laconia 03246 603-745-2135 info@hoborr.com hoborr.com/rail-bike-adventures

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth 03886 603-323-7591 info@remickmuseum.org remickmuseum.org

Experiences for all generations, farm animal interactions, nature trails, family activities, exhibits, gardens & guided/self guided tours of historic working farm. Visit the Farm Store.

Santa’s Village 528 Presidential Hwy. Rte. 2, Jefferson 03583 603-586-4445 santa@santasvillage.com santasvillage.com

Scenic Railriders 188 Sewalls Falls Rd., Concord 03301 603-931-1700 scenicrailriders.com info@scenicrailriders.com Pedal on the Railroad Tracks … Outdoor Adventure! Fun for all ages and groups of all sizes. See ad page 29.

Skydive New England 40 Skydive Ln., Lebanon, ME 04027 207-339-1520 info@skydivenewengland.com skydivenewengland.com See ad this page.

Squam Lakes Association 534 US Rte. 3, Holderness 03245 603-968-7336 info@squamlakes.org squamlakes.org

For over 27 years the Wright Museum of World War II has been nationally known for its collection of over 14,000 WWII items and memorabilia representing both the home front and the battlefields. See our 1939-45 Time Tunnel; period tanks, weapons, uniforms, photos, art, and interactive displays. Experience the past and be inspired by a nation united.

SPECIAL 2023 EXHIBITIONS

May 1–October 31  Charles Miller: A visual diary by an American Serviceman July 1–September 10  Snoopy and the Red Baron

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center

Corner of Rtes. 3 & 113, Holderness 03245 603-968-7194 info@nhnature.org nhnature.org

See ads pages 12 & 24.

Story Land Rte. 16, Glen 03838 603-383-4186 storylandnh.com Over 30 attractions, uniquely themed rides, live shows, play areas, storybook characters, & your favorite nursery rhyme animals all set on 35 beautiful acres.

Whale’s Tale Water Park PO Box 67, 481 Daniel Webster Hwy., Lincoln 03251 603-745-8810 info@whalestalewaterpark.net whalestalewaterpark.net See ad page 22.

White Birch Armory 80 Industrial Park Dr., Dover 03820 603-330-0146 sales@wbarmory.com wbarmory.com

White Lake Speedway—Family Fun Center 1799 White Mountain Hwy., Tamworth 03886

WhiteLakeSpeedway.com Year-round Indoor/ Outdoor Entertainment! World-Class Laser Tag, Ultimate Party-Bowling, Family-Friendly Social PC-Gaming & Seasonal Go-Karting/Mini-Golf.

White Mountains Attractions Association / White Mountains Visitor Center 200 Kancamagus Hwy., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-8720; 800-346-3687

VisitWhiteMountains.com See ad pages 48-49.

Winnipesaukee Pier, LLC 263 Lakeside Ave., Laconia 03246 info@winnipesaukeepier.com winnipesaukeepier.com See ads pages 11 & 53.

Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad 154 Main St., Meredith 03253 603-745-2135 info@hoborr.com hoborr.com

Wolfeboro Parks & Recreation Town of Wolfeboro–Beaches and Parks 390 Pine Hill Rd., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-5639 parksdirector@wolfeboronh.us wolfeboronh.us/parks-recreation

Wolfeboro Trolley Company

Discover Wolfeboro! 45-minute pen-air Narrated Trolley Tours Depart Railroad Station 11 am-2 pm; Connects to Park ’n Ride Trolley Shuttle. Buy Tickets On-Line or On-Board. FREE MAP/Brochure. wolfeborotrolley.com 603-569-1080 See ad page 51.

Wright Museum of WW II 77 Center St.,Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-1212 wrightmuseum.org info@wrightmuseum.org See ad page 30.

AGRICULTURE & FARMS

Beans & Greens Farm

245 Intervale Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-2853 beansandgreensfarm@gmail.com beansandgreensfarm.com

Moulton Farm 18 Quarry Rd. (off Rte. 25), Meredith 03253 603-279-3915; info@moultonfarm.com moultonfarm.com Enjoy produce from our fields and food from our farm bakery & kitchen. Corn maze and pumpkins in fall. Fresh Christmas trees in December.

Old Man Colby Farms

460 E. Pleasant St., Northfield 03276 603-344-2979

Ryancolby03301@gmail.com

Oldmancolbyfarms.com

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm

58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth 03886 603-323-7591 info@remickmuseum.org remickmuseum.org

Stone Brook Hill Farm 128 Glidden Rd., Gilford 03249 603-293-4300 apples@stonebrookhillfarm.com stonebrookhillfarm.com

Biking

Highland Mountain Bike Park

75 Ski Hill Dr., Northfield 03276 603-286-7677 info@highlandmountain.com highlandmountain.com Trails for all ability levels, Beginner lessons, Multi-week Summer Camp for all ages and abilities. Open April-Nov. See ad this page.

Rhino Bike Works 1 Foster St., Plymouth 03264 603-536-3919 RhinoBikeWorks1994@yahoo.com RhinoBikeWorksnh.com

PLATFORM TENNIS, TENNIS and PICKLEBALL

Owl’s Nest Resort 40 Clubhouse Ln., Thornton 03285 603-726-3076 info@owlsnestresort.com owlsnestresort.com

Summer Camps

Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association

25 Davis Rd., Gilford 03249 sailing-school@lwsa.org

A Learn-to-Sail school for kids and adults, ages 7 to 99. Scheduled classes and private lessons. Nationally certified staff. Our 36th year. Schedules & full descriptions on our website: lwsa.org

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia 03246 603-366-5695 info@prescottfarm.org prescottfarm.org Connect with nature, natural history & cultural heritage with public programs, 3+ miles of free hiking trails, Natural PlayScape. Kids vacation & summer camps. Open year round See ad page 30.

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Corner of Rtes. 3 & 113, Holderness 03245 603-968-7194 info@nhnature.org nhnature.org See ads pages 12 & 24.

Winnipesaukee Playhouse, The 33 Footlight Circle (formerly 50 Reservoir Rd.), Meredith 03253 603-279-0333 info@winniplayhouse.org winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org

MUSIC, THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENT

Atlas PyroVision Entertainment Group, Inc. 136 Old Sharon Rd., Jaffrey 03452 603-532-8324 atlaspyro.com See ad page 9.

Big House Nightclub, The 322 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-9100 Laconiabighouse@gmail.com

Bighousenightclub.com See ad page 53.

Boardwalk Bar and Grill 45 Endicott St. N., Weirs Beach 03246 603-366-7799 facebook.com/boardwalkbarandgrillweirsbeach/ boardwalknh.com See ad page 52.

The CAKE Theatre 12 Veterans Sq., Laconia 03246 603-409-1144 boxoffice@thecaketheatre.com thecaketheatre.com

Capitol Center for the Arts & Bank of NH Stage 44 South Main St., Concord 03301 603-225-1111 friends@ccanh.com ccanh.com

Two great venues, the larger Chubb Theatre and the smaller Bank of NH Stage at 16 S. Main St. Music, Theatre, Comedy, Dance, Opera, Family and More. EXPERIENCE IT LIVE!

Casino Party Productions & Vertical Entertainment 323 Morrill St., Gilford 03249 603-387-9359 verticalentertainmentnh@gmail.com verticalentertainmentnh.com

Colonial Theatre 609 Main St., Laconia 03246 800-657-8774 boxoffice@spectaclelive.com coloniallaconia.com

Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center 39 South Main St., Plymouth 03264 603-536-2551 flyingmonkeynh.com

GRAMMY–winning artists, live comedy, community theater, films and more!

Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & The Grotto at Giuseppe’s Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith 03253 603-2793313 giuseppesnh.com A full service restaurant with a festive Italian atmosphere. Serving gourmet pizza, pasta, seafood, steak, veal, chicken, and vegetarian. Very Musical, Very Italian, & Very Good! Live musical entertainment. Check our website and Facebook See ad page 62.

Great Waters 54 North Main St., Wolfeboro 03894 603-569-7710 info@greatwaters.org greatwaters.org See ad page 35.

INTERLAKES THEATRE

Interlakes Summer Theatre PO Box 857, Rte. 25 (Laker Lane), Meredith 03253 603-707-6035 interlakestheatre.com See ad page 35.

Lakeport Opera House Event & Performance Center 781 Union Ave., Laconia 03246 603-729-3025 info@lakeportopera.com www.lakeportopera.com See ad this page.

M/S Mount Washington 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, Laconia 03246 603-366-5531 cruisenh.com

See ad page 52 & back cover.

New Hampshire Music Festival Plymouth 03264 603-238-9007 nhmf.org Classical music, family concerts, Music in the Mountains.

Smitty’s Cinema 630 West Main St., Tilton 03276 603-286-3275 help@smittyscinema.com smittyscinema.com

Tower Hill Tavern 264 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach 03246 towerhill603@gmail.com towerhilltavern.com 603-366-9100 Overlooks Lake Winnipesaukee at Weirs Beach. Family restaurant and bar. Live entertainment; Karaoke; year-round Dancing Hot Spot. See ad page 53.

Winnipesaukee Playhouse, The 33 Footlight Circle (formerly 50 Reservoir Rd.), Meredith 03253 603-279-0333 info@winniplayhouse.org winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org

Get

Able Ebenezer Brewing Company 31 Columbia Cir., Merrimack 03054 844-223-2253 info@ableebenezer.com ableebenezer.com

Craft Beer Xchange: Home of the Witches Brew Pub 59 Doe Ave., Laconia 03246 603-409-9344 FB@craftbeerxchange craftbeerxchange@yahoo.com

Dam Brewhouse & Profile Spirits 1323 NH Rte. 175, Campton 03223 603-726-4500 brewer@dambrewhouse.com dambrewhouse.com

Hobbs Brewing Company & Tap Room 765 Rte. 16, Ossipee 03864 603-539-3795 hobbsbeer.com

Hobbs Tavern & Brewing Company 2415 Rte. 16, West Ossipee 03890 603-539-2000 info@hobbstavern.com hobbstavern.com

Rhythm Handcrafted Beverages 25 South Mountain Dr., Lincoln 03251 603-745-7550 rhythmbeverages.com

See ad page 37.

Twin Barns Brewing Co. 194 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-279-0876 info@twinbarnsbrewing.com twinbarnsbrewing.com

Woodstock Inn Brewery 135 Main St., North Woodstock 03262 603-745-3951; relax@WoodstockInnNH.com woodstockinnbrewery.com Our beers are made with 100% more New Hampshire! New state-ofthe art brewhouse. Live music weekly. See ad this page and page 85.

Haunting Whisper Vineyards & Spirits

77 Oak Ridge Dr., Rte. 4, Danbury 03230 603-768-5506 HauntingWhisper.net ewiswall@HauntingWhisper.net

Hermit Woods Winery & Deli

72 Main St., Meredith 03253 603-253-7968 info@hermitwoods.com hermitwoods.com

Seven Birches Winery

22 South Mountain Dr., Lincoln, 03251 603-745-7550 wine@sevenbirches.com sevenbirches.com See ad below.

Meaderies

Sap House Meadery

6 Folsom Rd., Center Ossipee 03814 603-539-1672 info@saphousemeadery.com saphousemeadery.com

Rhythm Handcrafted Beverages

25 South Mountain Dr., Lincoln 03251 603-745-7550 rhythmbeverages.com

See ad below.

Cascade Spa & Salon at Mill Falls

281 Daniel Webster Hwy., Meredith 03253 603-677-8620; 1-866-719-0161 cascadespa@millfalls.com millfalls.com/spa Lakeside oasis offering signature massage, body treatments, facials, hair & nail care, a couple’s suite, steam rooms, relaxation lounge, and an indoor/outdoor pool. See ad pages 4-5.

Common Man Inn & Spa

231 Main St. (Exit 26 off I-93), Plymouth 03264 603-238-2845; 866-the-CMAN spa@thecmaninn.com thecmaninnPlymouth.com

Treatments including facials, HydraFacial, massage, body treatments, manicures and pedicures. Guests welcome to use indoor heated pool, sauna & rock waterfall hot tub. Spa lunch menu. Bridal services w/spacious get ready room.

Tranquility Spa at Lake Opechee Inn

62 Doris Ray Court, Laconia 03246 603-528-7759; 877-300-LAKE (5253) info@opecheeinn.com opecheeinn.com See ad page 39 & 86.

The Manor on Golden Pond 31 Manor Dr., Holderness 03245 603-968-3348; 800-545-2141 info@manorongoldenpond.com manorongoldenpond.com

A mind, body and soul retreat, sure to soothe and satisfy seasoned spa-goers. Full body treatment spa menu. Open year round, public welcome, reservations required. Meredith Whole Living Center 48 Main St., Meredith 03253 603-279-0007 info@meredithwholeliving.com meredithwholeliving.com

Our award-winning spa features the latest in beauty and wellness technologies in a warm, inviting space. Premium bridal and couples accommodations available. See ad below.

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