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Events Bulletin – Thurs, June 24 – Weds, June 30, 2010
Garden Series: Roses Daily, June 22 ‐ 27, 2010, 11am Tarbin Gardens ‐ 321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South), Franklin, NH, 03235 An educational guided tour of Tarbin Gardens with emphasis on roses. Tours last approximately one hour but you can stay for the rest of the day. Bring a picnic lunch or treat yourself to an authentic English Cream Tea served in the Rose Garden Patio 1PM – 5PM (tea price $7.50). The gardens are open from 10AM – 6PM. Admission: Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.00. Group rates are available on request. (603) 934‐3518 www.tarbingardens.com Things Caregivers AND Their Employers Need to Know Plymouth Chamber of Commerce June 24, noon‐1pm at Pease Library Community Room, Plymouth Brown Bag Seminar ‐ Things Caregivers AND Their Employers Need to Know. Did you know that nearly 50% of people caring for an elderly adult in their own home in New Hampshire are employed full time? Can you imagine the issues/problems this raises not only at home, but at work as well? Comfort Keepers presents a panel of experts to discuss these serious issues. Free ‐ sign up to attend 536‐1001 Laconia Muskrats vs. N. Adams SteepleCats Thursday, June 24, 2010, 7pm Robbie Mills Field ‐ Meredith Center Rd. Laconia, NH 03246 The Laconia Muskrats, the newest member of the prestigious New England Collegiate Baseball League, will take on the N. Adams SteepleCats at 7:00pm at Robbie Mills Field in Laconia. (864)380‐ 2873www.laconiamuskrats.com Fifth Annual Winnipesaukee Wine Festival! Thursday, June 24 at Church Landing in Meredith Church Landing ‐ Meredith NH Hundreds of Wines to Be Sampled. Proceeds Benefit the Haiti Limb Project. Special Overnight Rates at The Inns at Mill Falls Ranging from $99 ‐ $129 for Thursday Night. Call 800‐ 622‐6455 and mention the Winnipesaukee Wine Festival for your special rate and... Start the Party Early at our Pre‐Festival Beach Party Wednesday, June 23 at Town Docks Toes in the Sand, Sangria in Your Hand! http://www.thecman.com/special‐events/ Educating Rita by Willy Russel June 23, 2010‐ July 3, 2010 The Winnipesaukee Playhouse ‐ The Alpenrose Plaza, Weirs Beach, NH 03247 Teacher becomes student in this British comedy. Professor Frank Bryant passes his days in his stuffy office, clutching a bottle of whiskey and withdrawing from his students. That is, until the arrival of spunky hairdresser Rita whose thirst for knowledge turns his world upside down. This comedy captured the hearts of audiences when is was made into a film starring Michael Caine and Julie Walters. 603‐366‐ 7377 www.winniplayhouse.com
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Live Entertainment Cactus Jack's ‐ 1182 Union Ave, Laconia NH Enjoy live music at Cactus Jack’s in Laconia, Wednesday and Thursday nights from 9pm – 12am, featuring great New Hampshire acoustic acts. Along with live music, the special bar menu includes Wild West Sliders for $5.99, the Mexican Fiesta for $9.99, and half price on all appetizers from 9pm to closing. Entertainment is free. Laconia Cactus Jack’s is located at 1182 Union Avenue. For more information call 603‐528‐7800. www.go2cjs.com Business Outreach Session Friday, June 25, 2010 White Mountains Community College ‐ Berlin NH Governor John Lynch announced the next regional business outreach session will be held in Berlin on Friday, June 25 at 8:30 a.m. at White Mountains Community College. The outreach sessions are designed to directly connect New Hampshire businesses with state leaders and state services. They will give businesses an opportunity to hear from and question state department heads about programs and services provided to the business community. Check the following link for further details on Business Outreach Session To pre‐register, please RSVP to Pat Salvucci by June 23rd. For additional details, please call Pat at 271‐3171. New England 125 Friday, June 25, 2010, 5pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Rte. 106 North, Loudon, NH 03307 New England 125‐ NASCAR K&N Pro Series East 603‐783‐4931 www.nhms.com Nature Sense (for age 5 only) Saturday, June 26, 2010 Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245 Session II. ‐‐ July 26‐30, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. Session III. ‐‐ August 9‐13, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. Explore New Hampshire’s summer environment with a focus on each of the five senses. Smell, taste, touch, see, and hear your way through a week full of fun!Cost: $110/member; $130/non‐member. Call 603‐968‐7194 to register or visit www.nhnature.org to download a full brochure and registration form A Tale Of Enchantment Saturday, June 26, 2010 Farmington Opera House ‐ Farmington NH "A Tale Of Enchantment" is an original Fairy Tale performed by Northeastern Ballet Theatre and students of Edra Toth's Academy of Dance & Music. Choreographed by Edra Toth this delightful tale features Fairies, Elves, Dragonflies, a Sprite and a young man who ventures into this magical kingdom unaware of the adventures that await him. Performance is on Saturday June 26th at 2:00pm at the Farmington Opera House { formerly the Old Town Hall} For tickets please call 603‐569‐5410. Tickets are $12 for adults/$10 for students and senior citizens. Morning Summer Shaker Village Herb Walk Saturday, June 26, 2010 8:30 AM ~ 9:30 AM Canterbury Shaker VIllage ‐ 288 Shaker Road, Canterbury NH 03224 Stroll through the beautiful herb gardens of Canterbury Shaker Village and step back into the rich natural and healing history these lands once offered the world. In the Shaker's prime, their medicinal herbs were among the best quality in the world, used through the U.S. and exported to doctors in Europe and
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elsewhere. We'll visit replications of the Shaker gardens and learn how to use these plants medicinally ‐ a usefull skill that is coming back into our culture's life. You'll learn how to harvest, process, and use these lovely garden plants for natural medicine. Dress appropriately. Class will be held rain or shine. FEE: $10 603‐783‐9511; events@shakers.org www.shakers.org Backyard Herbalist: Harvesting 101 Gathering & Processing Herbs at their Peak Saturday, June 26, 2010 9:00 AM ~ 12:00 PM Canterbury Shaker Village ‐ 288 Shaker Road, Canterbury NH 03224 Your garden ‐ as well as the "wild garden that nature maintains ‐ is a rich source of healing remedies, luxurious bodycare, and delicous meals. These eight in‐depth classes will show you the basics for almost every medicinal, culinary, and bodycare herbal product you could want to make! See the process from start‐to‐finish, and go home with a sample of some of the items we create. You will also learn the healing and culinary properties of many garden and wild plants. If you are new to herbal medicine and are daunted by the first task of harvesting your plants, come to this hands‐on session in which we'll go over the basics on how to harvest leaves, flowers, bark, and roots to turn them into medicine. We will discuss several common garden, weed, and wild plants, and discuss harvesting techniques for them. You will also learn how to harvest plants at their peak time of day, season, and cycle. Safety and proper identification will also be discussed. Weather permitting, this ... Fisher and "NH Fishercat" Day Saturday, June 26, 2010 9:30 AM ~ 4:30 PM Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245 Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is partnering with the NH Fishercats for a fun and informative day. Come learn about the Fisher, meet the NH Fishercat's mascot, and the chance to WIN Fishercat tickets all day! The fisher, alias “fishercat” is one of the most maligned and misunderstood of New Hampshire’s native wildlife. Join us for a special day focusing on the natural history of the fisher and find out about the real “fishercats.” Volunteer docents will be on hand to answer questions; there will be fun for the whole family! Up Close to Animals featuring the Fisher: 11:00 a.m.‐ Presentation on the natural history of Fishers. 12:30 p.m. ‐ Mini‐talk on the Mink, a favorite prey of the Fisher. 2:00 p.m. ‐ Mini‐talk on the Porcupine, a fisher predation. No reservations required. Cost: free/member; $13/adults, $9/youth, age 2 and under free/non‐member 603‐986‐7194 NH Boat Museum 10th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, June 26, 2010 10:00 AM ~ 4:00 PM NH Boat Museum ‐ 397 Center St., Wolfeboro Falls, NH 03896 Join the Museum saff and volunteers for a day of fun for the whole family as we celebrate our 10th season in Wolfeboro. www.nhbm.org 603‐569‐4554 2010 Ossipee Old Home Week week of: Saturday, June 26, 2010 PO Box 307, Center Ossipee, NH 03814 Sponsored by the Ossipee Police Department, Ossipee Old Home Week Committee, and the VFW Post 8270 & Auxiliary. Free! Laconia Muskrats vs. Lowell All Americans Saturday, June 26, 2010, 7pm Robbie Mills Field ‐ Meredith Center Rd. Laconia, NH 03246 The Laconia Muskrats, the newest member of the prestigious New England Collegiate Baseball League, will take on the Lowell All Americans at 7:00pm at Robbie Mills Field in Laconia. (864)380‐ 2873www.laconiamuskrats.com
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Strawberry Festival Saturday, June 26, 2010 Beans & Greens Farmstand ‐ 245 Intervale Rd, Gilford, NH 03249 A family oriented day filled with all things strawberry. Featuring tempting strawberry treats including strawberry shortcake, smoothies and so much more! Visit the farm animals, enjoy children's activities, arts and crafts, face painting, contests and live entertainment. Visit our web‐site for more details. 603‐ 293‐2853 www.beansandgreensfarm.com New England 200 Saturday, June 26, 2010, 3pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Rte. 106 North, Loudon, NH 03307 New England 200‐NASCAR Nationwide Series 603‐783‐4931www.nhms.com New England 100 Saturday, June 26, 2010, 1:10pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Rte. 106 North, Loudon, NH 03307 New England 100‐ NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour 603‐783‐4931 www.nhms.com Laconia Muskrats vs. the Sanford Mainers Sunday, June 27, 2010, 7pm Robbie Mills Field ‐ Meredith Center Rd. Laconia, NH 03246 The Laconia Muskrats, the newest member of the prestigious New England Collegiate Baseball League, will take on the Sanford Mainers at 7:00pm at Robbie Mills Field in Laconia. (864)380‐2873 www.laconiamuskrats.com TouchATruck Sunday, June 27, 2010 2:00 PM ~ 4:00 PM Ossipee Town Hall ‐ Main St. Center Ossipee, NH 03814 Get a "up close and Personal" look at fire trucks, ambulances, police cars, dump trucks, excavators, backhoes, bucket trucks and more. This free event will be held at the Ossipee Town Hall. For more information please contact Ossipee Recreation. 603‐539‐1307 www.ossipeerec.org Live Entertainment The World Famous NazNar Beach Bar & Grill ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd, Laconia, NH 03246 Wednesdays, 2:30‐6pm & Sundays, 3‐7pm See our website to see who's playing! 603‐366‐4341 www.naswa.com LENOX Industrial Tools 301 Sunday, June 27, 2010, 1pm New Hampshire Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Rte. 106 North, Loudon, NH 03307 LENOX Industrial Tools 301‐ NASCAR Sprint Cup Series 603‐783‐4931www.nhms.com Military Personnel Discounts Tanger Outlet Center ‐ 120 Laconia Rd. Tilton, NH 03276 In order to recognize our service men and women and show our appreciation, we will provide a free Tanger coupon book to and United States military personnel or family member that shows their military I.D. at Shopper Services. 603‐286‐7880 www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton
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Wild About Art (for ages 710) Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245 Session I. ‐‐ June 28‐July 2, 9:30 a.m.‐12:30 p.m. Session II. ‐‐ August 9‐13, 9:30 a.m.‐12:30 p.m. Explore the exciting territory where art and science overlap! Children will discover the rich variety of plant and animal life at the Science Center under the guidance of a Currier Museum Art Center instructor and Science Center staff. Create in two dimensions using watercolor and tempera paint, and in three‐ dimensional media such as wire, clay, paper mache, and plaster. Cost: $240/member; $260/non‐member. Call 603‐968‐7194 to register or visit www.nhnature.org to download a full brochure and registration form Nature Explorers (for age 4 only) Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245 Session I. ‐‐ June 28‐July 2, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. Session II. ‐‐ July 12‐16, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. Session III. ‐‐ August 2‐6, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. These adventures will introduce your child to the natural world and its wonders. Through a variety of both indoor and outdoor activities they will explore, discover, and learn together! Cost: $110/member; $130/non‐member. Call 603‐968‐7194 to register or visit www.nhnature.org to download a full brochure and registration form Nature Sense (for age 5 only) Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ 23 Science Center Road, Holderness, NH 03245 Session I. ‐‐ June 28‐July 2, 1:30 p.m.‐3:30 p.m. Session II. ‐‐ July 26‐30, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. Session III. ‐‐ August 9‐13, 9:30 a.m.‐11:30 a.m. Explore New Hampshire’s summer environment with a focus on each of the five senses. Smell, taste, touch, see, and hear your way through a week full of fun!Cost: $110/member; $130/non‐member. Call 603‐968‐7194 to register or visit www.nhnature.org to download a full brochure and registration form WildQuest Summer Camp Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center ‐ 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 June 28‐August 27, 2010; 9:00‐4:00 WildQuest day camps at Prescott Farm are licensed by the State of NH and led by experienced environmental educators with the goal of fostering an appreciation and understanding of the natural and cultural history of Prescott Farm, and by extension, student’s own special places as well. Weekly Themes: June 28‐July 2—Extreme Explorers: Off Trail! July 5‐9—Life in the Forest (+Pre‐K/LIT) July 12‐16—Nature Artists July 19‐23—Bugs Galore! (+Pre‐K/LIT) July 26‐30—The Hunter & the Hunted August 2‐6—Life on the Farm (+Pre‐K/LIT) August 9‐13—Survivor August 16‐20—The Wonderful World of Water (+Pre‐K/LIT) August 23‐27—Backyard Safari *You can register your child/children for one or more of these weeks. Camp week descriptions and registration details can be found on our website at www.prescottconservancy.org... Mangia Mondays Monday, June 28, 2010 Lago ‐ Inn at Bay Point, Meredith NH Enjoy Three Courses AND a Glass of Wine for Just $24.95pp http://www.thecman.com/special‐events/
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The Early Bird Gets the Good Deal! Monday, June 28, 2010 Select Common Man Restaurants ‐ statewide Dine Sunday ‐ Thursday from 5 ‐ 6 p.m. at select C‐MAN locations and get 1/2 off 1/2 portions of entrees! http://www.thecman.com/special‐events/ Turtle Island Summer Day Camp Mount Kearsarge Indian Museum ‐ 18 Highlawn Road, Warner, NH 03278 June 28, 2010‐August 6,2010 Children, ages 6‐13, are invited to experience Native American cultures through hands‐on activities, traditional games and explorations. Each thematic session focuses on different aspects of historical and contemporary American Indian life. Includes presentations by Native American tradition‐bearers and other experts. The camp is licensed through the State of New Hampshire. Call or e‐mail: mkim.visitorsservices@tds.net for a brochure now! 603‐456‐2600 www.indianmuseum.org Colonial Adventures on the Farm New Hampshire Farm Museum ‐ 1305 White Mountain Hwy Milton NH June 28‐July2nd 9am‐3pm Kids explore farm life in colonial times during this week‐long program. Each child takes on the role of a colonial farm child and learns to role play in period clothing. Children will enjoy cooking 18th century treats, caring for the farm animals, churning butter, learning to weave, playing colonial games and much more. For Ages 7‐11. $165 non‐members/$150 members. 603‐652‐7840 farmmuseum.org Art Show Monday, June 28, 2010 5:30 PM ~ 8:30 PM Ossipee Town Hall ‐ Main St. Center Ossipee, NH 03814 See the wonderful work that the students in Pat Jones' class have completed over the year. This will be held at the Ossipee Town Hall. For more information please contact Ossipee Recreation. 603‐539‐1307 www.ossipeerec.org Zentangle® 101 Workshop Tuesday, June 29, 2010 League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Retail Gallery ‐ 279 Daniel Webster Hwy, Meredith, NH 03253 Tuesday June 29, 2010 10:00am – 12:30pm, and Wednesday July 28, 2010 10:am – 12:30pm Zentangle® 101 Workshop Bette Abdu, Certified Zentangle Teacher Tuesday June 29, 2010 10:00am – 12:30pm Wednesday July 28, 2010 10:am – 12:30pm Tuition: $30.00 (plus $5.00 for class supplies‐paid in class) Ages: Teens & Adults Make beautiful images using repetitive patterns with pen on paper. Learn this technique in one morning and enjoy the calming benefits every time you create one of these 3½” square artistic gems. Pre‐registration required Call League of NH Craftsmen, Meredith 603‐279‐7920 (603)279‐7920 http://www.nhcrafts.org/localsites/Meredith/education.html Garden Series: Scents in the Garden Tarbin Gardens ‐ 321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South), Franklin, NH, 03235 Daily, June 29 ‐ July 4, 2010, 11am An educational guided tour of Tarbin Gardens with emphasis on scents in the garden. Tours last approximately one hour but you can stay for the rest of the day. Bring a picnic lunch or treat yourself to an authentic English Cream Tea served in the Rose Garden Patio 1PM – 5PM (tea price $7.50). The gardens are open from 10AM – 6PM. Admission: Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.00. Group rates are available on request. For information and directions phone(603) 934‐3518 www.tarbingardens.com
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Tasty Tuesdays Tuesday, June 29, 2010 Lakehouse Grille at Church Landing, Meredith NH Enjoy Three Courses AND a Glass of Wine for Just $24.95pp http://www.thecman.com/special‐events/ Live Acoustic Music Tuesday, June 29, 2010 Camp Restaurant ‐ Chase House at Mill Falls, Meredith Live Acoustic Music by Local Singer/Songwriters Every Tuesday Live @ CAMP, 8:30 p.m. http://www.thecman.com/special‐events/ My Way... A musical tribute to Frank Sinatra Summer Theatre in Meredith Village ‐ Route 25, Meredith NH June 29 ‐ July 4 From classic elegance to contemporary "fedora" casual, Frank Sinatra is the ultimate icon of cool. My Way: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra celebrates the pivotal moments of Sinatra's life which solidified his legendary status. This musical revue recalls the essence of the man through the glorious music he sang, beginning in the 1940s as a big band crooner, continuing on to the bright lights of Las Vegas with the Rat Pack in the 1960s, and to his final performances in the 1990s as "The Chairman of the Board." The Arizona Republic Newspaper calls the show "an homage that's both respectful to the man and wildly entertaining for his fans, or anyone else who loves good music." Come hear the swingin' songs that made Sinatra the cool prince of popular music. Please Note: 'My Way' will also play for 3 Mondays ‐ July 12th, 26th and Aug 9th. Cruise Night Tuesday, June 29, 2010 The Route 104 Diner ‐ 752 NH Route 104, New Hampton NH 03256 Cruise Night ‐ Every Tuesday through the end of September. Great Food, Music, 50/50, Prizes and a terrific collection of cars. 6‐8pm. (603) 744‐0120 www.thecman.com Karaoke with Annie Tuesday, June 29, 2010 The Woodstock Station ‐ The Woodstock Inn, Station, and Brewery 135 Main Street North Woodstock NH Tuesdays at 9pm A fun lively evening of local performers ‐‐ Annie will make you a star in no time! 603‐745‐3951 www.woodstockinnnh.com Live Trivia with Great Prizes Wednesday, June 30, 2010 The Woodstock Station ‐ The Woodstock Inn Station and Brewery 135 Main Street North Woodstock NH Wednesdays ‐ Test your knowledge and win great prizes! 603‐745‐3951 www.woodstockinnnh.com Ladies Night Wednesday, June 30, 2010 The Lyons' Den ‐ 25 Dock Road, Gilford NH Beginning Wedensday, March 3rd Ladies Night ‐ 50% off second entree after 4:30 pm
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Early Bird Specials every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. Lighter Price for a Lighter Menu ‐ 3 to 5 different specials available from Surf n' Turf to Baked Haddock Dinners Open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:30 am to 9 pm Sunday's 11:30 am to 8 pm. Brunch Specials available on Sunday. (603) 293‐8833 Pieced Together: New Hampshire Quilts and Their Stories Wednesday, June 30, 2010 New Hampshire Historical Society Museum ‐ 6 Eagle Square, Concord NH Pieced Together: New Hampshire Quilts and Their Stories is on view at the New Hampshire Historical Society’s museum, located at 6 Eagle Square, Concord, through January 10, 2011. For more information, visit nhhistory.org or call 603‐228‐6688. Exit 20 Farmers' Market Tanger Outlet Center ‐ 120 Laconia Rd. Tilton, NH 03276 Wednesdays, June 16 ‐ Sept 22, 2010, 3:00pm‐6:00pm New Hampshire Farmers' Markets offer the colorful and tasty bounty of local farms and gardens all season long. Enjoy the friendly, open air market atmosphere while shopping for fresh vegetable, fruits, wood crafts, breads and specialty items. The Exit 20 Farmers' Market at Tanger Outlets will be held every Wednesday (June‐September) between 3pm‐6pm in the parking lot between Starbucks Coffee and Old Navy. For more information please call Shopper Services at 603‐286‐7880. 603‐286‐7880 www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton Live Entertainment Wednesday, June 30, 2010 The World Famous NazNar Beach Bar & Grill ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd, Laconia, NH 03246 Wednesdays, 2:30‐6pm & Sundays, 3‐7pm See our website to see who's playing! 603‐366‐4341 www.naswa.com Live Trivia with Great Prizes! Wednesday, June 30, 2010 The Woodstock Inn, Station and Brewer 135 Main Street North Woodstock NH 03262 Wednesdays 7‐9:30pm Test out your general trivia knowledge and win great prizes! 603‐745‐3951 www.woodstockinnnh.com