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EVENTS BULLETIN – October 1 - 8, 2009 Corn Maze Moulton Farm ‐ 18 Quarry Road, Meredith NH 03253 Corn Maze opens on Thursday, September 14, 2009 ‐ Open Daily. Beginning the weekend of September 26 ‐ Free tractor rides on Saturdays and Sundays 10‐3 Fall Festival scheduled for October 18th 11‐3. Make it a family adventure! Adults $5 /Children $3 www.moultonfarm.com Corn Maze Beans & Greens Farmstand ‐ 245 Intervale Road (Rotue 11B), Gilford NH 03249 Opening Sept 18 ‐ daily 10‐5pm. September 25th the maze will open for evening hours (weather permitting). Watch our website or call for details and times/dates. www.beansandgreensfarm.com Back to School Paddle Adventure Special Adventure Gorge Canopy Tour of White Mountain Exploration a Tenney Mt ‐ 151 Tenney Mountain Road, P Fri, Sat, Sun through October 3, 2009 Take the family for an afternoon paddle adventure any time throughout the month of September on the local rivers or lakes for only $200. Price includes transportation to and from water, a personal guide, kayak, life jacket & any other equipment. This offers are good only on new reservations, first come first serve basis and subject to availability. Call now for your reservations. 888‐289‐1020 toll free; 603‐536‐4100 locally www.whitemountainexploration.com $1 for 25% Off Pink Card Tanger Outlet Center ‐ 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, NH 03276 Sept 21 ‐ Oct 20, 2009 Tanger's national commitment to fighting cancer will continue in 2009. You can join us in the fight against breast cancer by purchasing a Tanger 25% Off Pink Card. The card is only $1 and saves you 25% off a single item at a single store. Purchase multiple cards and save more during your shopping excursion. All funds will be donated to the LRGHealthcare Digital Mammography Campaign. 603.286.7880 www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton Designer Showhouse to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakes Region Friday, October 02, 2009 10:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM Meredith Bay, Laconia, NH ‐ 421 Endicott Street, Laconia, NH 03426 September 19 ‐ October 18th Wed‐Sunday & Columbus Day Mon, 10am‐5pm Designer Show House will be the creation of some of the best designers in New England. Each designer will have a mission & theme. This event is being held to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of the Lakes Region. Your admission fee will help the club realize their mission of creating a safe place for children! $15 in advance $20 at the door 603.528.0197 www.nhshowhouse.com Live Music Giuseppe's Pizzeria ‐ Mill Falls Marketplace, Route 3, Meredith NH 03253 Live music 7 nights a week. www.giuseppesnh.com (603)279‐3313 Morbid Mountain Halloween Screamfest and Haunted Hayride Gunstock Mountain resort ‐ 719 Cherry Valley Road, Gilford, NH 03249 Fridays and Saturdays, Oct 2 ‐ Oct 31 Morbid Mountain Return in October. Halloween Screamfest and Haunted Hayride open October 2 ‐ 31. Carnival of Corpes ‐ 3D Indoor Maze Hospital of Horrors ‐ Outdoor Maze Nightmare Knoll ‐ Haunted Hayride New for 2009 ‐ Swamp Walk Open Fridays and Saturdays through Halloween. Visit www.morbidmountain.com for more information on the haunts and more. Tickets ‐ $20 per person 603‐293‐4341 www.gunstock.com
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Fitown Get a Life NH ‐ Lakes Region NH The sky is above, sun is shining and leaves are starting to turn. Take it all in and do your window shopping with a new Downtown workout that’s tons of fun. Meet your office buddies in Downtown Laconia after work at 5:30 and get a fabulous Fall Outdoor Workout all over town using stairs, park benches, bridges and sidewalk curbs. Easy enough for everyone to follow and challenging enough for those who want to get an ultimate workout. Meeting at Rotary Park next to the Town Hall on M W F at 5:30. All you bring is yourself, friend, sneakers, water and towel. Come try it out. For more information contact Getalifenh.com or 520‐6160 Spooktacular Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October Six Gun City ‐ Jefferson NH This October, when Fall is in the air and wolves howl at the full moon, a new Halloween tradition will begin in the White Mountains of New Hampshire; Ghost Town at Six Gun City! Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October, Six Gun City will be transformed into a “spooktacular” Halloween adventure. The town will be decorated with pumpkins, corn stalks, and Halloween décor, and will be eerily lit for the evening hours. Ghost Town will offer lots of kid‐friendly activities for our younger visitors as well as plenty of scarier attractions sure to provoke screams from adults and teens. Admission to Ghost Town is $19.95 for ages 4 and over, under age 4 are free. 603‐586‐4592 www.ghosttownatsixguncity.com Live Music Patrick's Pub & Eatery Friday & Saturday Nights. Relax, Eat, Drink and Enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Listening to the sounds of the areas best musicians Starting at 9:00pm.Never a Cover! Junctions Rts. 11 & 11B, Gilford, NH 03249 (603) 293‐0841 www.patrickspub.com Belknap Mill "Harvest of Quilts" Show Conference Center at Lake Opechee Inn, 62 Doris Ray Court, Laconia, NH October 3 and 4, 10am ‐ 5pm The Belknap Mill Quilters Guild is proud to host its 32st Annual Harvest of Quilts Show October 3 and 4. Special exhibits include a collection of the works of Sue Weeks, beaded sashiko enthusiast and expert quilter. Sue's quilts have been displayed in Europe and in the Lowell Quilt Festival. A lovely lunch with homemade food specialties is available. Quilt appraisals will be done on the premises. Appointments are recommended. Contact the Guild at belknapmillquilters@yahoo.com. In addition to many quilts on display, the guild will have demonstrations, a vendors mall, a guild table with handcrafted gift items, a raffle quilt, a penny sale, and door prizes. Admission $5.00 adult, $3.00 student. Free parking, air conditioned, bus tours welcome Scenic Fall Foliage Excursions The Winnipesaukee Railroad ‐ 154 Main St. Meredith, NH 03253 The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad offers Round Trip Fall Foliage Season Train Excursions along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee weekends from 09/07 to 10/25 from Meredith Station. 154 Main Street, Meredith, NH 03253 at 10:30, 12:30 and 2:30 for a two hour excursion. Departures from Weirs Beach are hourly starting at 11:00 to 3:00. with a choice of a one or two hour round trip. Hobo Picnic Lunch, ice cream, beverages & gifts available aboard the train. Adults $14.00 / Child $11.00 Hobo Picnic Lunch $10.00 ( 2 and under ride free ). Reservations taken only for groups of 20 or more. For information or to inquire about extra trains that we run during some mid week days call (603)279‐5253. www.foliagetrains.com 17th Annual NH Marathon and Craft Fair Saturday, October 03, 2009 Newfound Memorial Middle School ‐ Lake Street Bristol, NH 03222 The events for the Day includes Marathon, 10K, 5K Judged Race Walk, Health Walk, & Craft Show. 603‐744‐3335 www.nhmarathon.com FROM MEREDITH FOLIAGE DINNER TRAINS Saturday, October 03, 2009 The WIniipesaukee Railroad ‐ 154 Main St. Meredith, NH 03253 Dine along Lake Winnipesaukee on Saturday nights only on 9/19 through 10/24 at 5:00PM. Enjoy the Fall Foliage as you travel the shoreline of the lake while enjoying a delicious Turkey Dinner catered by the famous Harts Turkey Farm. Adults $34.95 Reservations Required. Call at (603)745‐2135 or in season at (603)279‐5253. www.foliagetrains.com
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1st Annual Pink Lace Road Race Saturday, October 03, 2009 Tanger Outlet Center ‐ 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, NH 03276 On your mark, get set, go PINK! Join Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton for our First Annual Pink Lace Road Race (5K Run/Walk) on Saturday, October 3rd beginning at 8am. For more information about this event or to register as a participant, please call (603) 286‐7880 or visit Tanger on the web at www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton. Breast cancer fundraiser to benefit LRGHealthcare’s Digital Mammography Campaign. Yard sale, hayrides and more! Saturday, October 03, 2009 Prescott Farm ‐ 884 White Oaks Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 Looking for something fun to do over the weekend? Join Prescott Farm on Saturday, October 3rd from 9:00‐2:00pm for a yard sale, hayrides and more! The yard sale will take place behind the farmhouse inside the barn located on 884 White Oaks Rd. in Laconia. Some items that will be sold include; clothing, books, office equipment, framed pictures, a telescope and many other unique items. Hayrides will be offered hourly, begin at the barn and cost $2.00 per person. All proceeds will support Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center. For more information on this event contact Prescott Farm at info@prescottconservancy.org. Hope to see you there! 603‐366‐5695 www.prescottconservancy.org Harvest Days Saturday, October 03, 2009 Canterbury Shaker Village, 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury, NH A celebration of the harvest and of community. Take a horse drawn hayride, pick a Village‐grown pumpkin and ride the pumpkin express. See traditional crafts demonstrations including coopering, log hewing, blacksmithing and Shaker chair making. See farm animals and farm and harvest demonstrations. Traditional Harvest hands‐on activities. Children’s activities tent. Musical performers include High Range. Shop the Harvest Bazaar, with vendors of unique, quality handcrafted items. Saturday afternoon barn dance. Outdoor grill in addition to The Shaker Table Restaurant and The Shaker Box Lunch and Farm stand. Donation bin to benefit local food banks. Admission: $17 for adults, $8 for children ages 6‐17; no charge for children under 6. $42 family rate. Group rates available. Special $5 dollars off admission price for residents of Canterbury, Loudon and Belmont. To purchase tickets, visit Admissions Desk or call 783‐9511. 20th Annual Chowderfest Saturday, October 03, 2009 Waterville Valley, NH ‐ 1 Ski Area Rd. Waterville Valley, NH Help us decide who has the best chowda! Waterville Valley area restaurants compete, in hopes of winning the coveted prize of "Best Tasting Chowder"! Guests get samples of all chowders (plenty enough to fill your belly), a beverage, and a ballot to vote for their favorite. CC the Huntress from the Paranormal Network will be making an appearance at the 20th annual Chowderfest ‐ she'll be interviewing the restaurant vendors, milling with the crowds, sampling the chowder and filming all of this for her show. Plus, her show is rating number one on the Paranormal Network. Check back later for a complete listing of participating restaurants. Cost is $7 per adult/teen or $5 per child (up to age 12). Save $1 by purchasing in advance; call 603‐ 236‐8175. A free outdoor concert by folk band Folk River Run accompanies the event, from 12 to 3 pm. 1.800.GO.VALLEY www.watervillevalley.com Spirit of the Maker Demonstrations Sandwich Home Industries ‐ Center Sandwich NH Saturday September 26 Paulette Werger, Jewelry/Metalwork Saturday October 3 Hillary Hutton, Rag Rugs Saturday October 10 Carrie Cahill Mulligan, Felted Hats 603‐284‐6831 Autumn Craft Festival on the Lake Saturday / Sunday, October 03‐04, 2009 Mill Falls Marketplace ‐ Routes 3 & 25, Meredith NH 03253 Scenic New Hampshire will come alive with color, flavor and music for the eleventh annual Autumn Craft Festival on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday October 4 from 10am to 5pm daily. Over 100 Juried Craftsmen and women will display and sell their American made works. Free admission and free parking. Handicap Accessible and Pets are welcome. The Festival is held rain or shine. Don’t miss the Chowderfest, directly across the street on Sunday, October 4. Directions: From Route 93 take Exit 23. www.millfalls.com
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Music in the Beach Saturday, October 03, 2009 2:00 PM ~ 6:00 PM Beach at the Naswa Resort ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd. , Laconia, NH 03246 Joe McDonald on Guitar 603‐366‐4341 www.naswa.com Patriots Football at the NazBar NazBar Beach Bar & Grill at the Naswa Resort ‐ Route 3, Laconia NH 03249 Burgers, Belichick, Brews, but NO Bruschi! Patriots Football is at the NazBar Beach Bar & Grill on our new flat screen TVs, so don't miss a single play! During game, $5 Angus burgers and $2 domestic drafts will keep you in the action! Sunday Oct. 4 vs. Ravens 1 PM Sunday Oct. 11 @ Broncos 4:15 PM www.naswa.com Bistro Nights Thursday & Sunday Nights until October 11 Naswa Resort ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd, Laconia NH 03246 Treat yourself‐your family and join friends for a night out on a budget! The Restaurant at the NASWA offers the $20 Bistro Dinner including a special appetizer, entrée and desserts. (starts at 5 PM) The best deal on the Lake! THURSDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHTS FROM SEPT. 3 ‐ OCT. 11 www.naswa.com Sunday Champagne Brunch Sunday, October 04, 2009 M/S Mount Washington Enjoy a wonderful Champagne Brunch with Jazz entertainment aboard the M/S Mount Washington while you cruise Lake Winnipesaukee. The most beautiful scenic cruise in New England. From Weirs Beach at 10 AM &12:30 PM. From Alton Bay at 11:15. For more information call 603‐366‐5531 or go to www.cruiseNH.com Foliage TrainFour Hour Round Trip Sunday, October 04, 2009 11:00 AM ~ 3:00 PM The Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad ‐ 154 Main St, Meredith NH 03254 Sept 27, Oct 4, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 24 2009 11:00am $49.00 Adult $25.00 Children Depart Meredith to Livermore Falls Price includes noon hot buffet at The Common Man Inn. Great views of rocky gorges and falls. This is a seasonal route from Meredith climbing Ashland Hill and ending in the White Mountains at Livermore Falls. Reservations required. 603‐279‐5253 www.HoboRR.com www.foliagetrains.com Nine and Dine Sunday, October 04, 2009 Owl's Nest Golf ‐ Campton NH Join us every Sunday throughout the remainder of the season for nine holes of golf and dinner! $45 per person after 3:00 pm and receive a $15 voucher towards a meal in the Sunset Room. Does not include tax, gratuity or liquor. Cannot be combined with other offers or discounts. www.owlsnestgolf.com ChowderFest Sunday, October 04, 2009 12:00 PM ~ 3:00 PM Hesky Park in Meredith ‐ Daniel Webster Hwy. Rte. 3 Meredith, NH 03252 Fund Raising for the Lakes Region Conservation Trust! A Lakes Region Tradition on the shores of beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee! Some 2,000 hungry attendees sample and vote on the Lakes Region’s BEST CHOWDER! $5.00 per person 603‐ 253‐3301 www.lrct.org 4th Annual Fall Foliage Festival Sunday, October 04, 2009 Castle in the CLouds ‐ Route 171, Moultonboro NH 03254 4th Annual Fall Foliage Festival. Live animals, woodcarving and craftsmen, artist and art exhibits, music, delicious food in the meadow or Castle Cafe, children's activities. 603‐476‐5900 www.castleintheclouds.org
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Polliwogs Preschool Playgroup Tuesday, October 06, 2009 10:00 AM ~ 11:00 AM Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center ‐ 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 (ages toddler‐5) Tuesdays, October 6‐27; 10:00‐11:00 $5 M; $6/NM per adult/child pair additional children $2/each A group for the littlest explorers amongst us! Bring along your favorite grownup and join us to explore the forests and fields around Prescott Farm. Each week we will take a walk and maybe read a story or play a game – activities perfect for introducing little ones to the joys of the natural world. For more information or to register please email us at info@prescottconservancy.org. 603.366.5695 www.prescottconservancy.org Nature of the Lakes Cruise on Squam Lake Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday at 4pm Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ Holderness NH The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center offers a special Nature of the Lakes Cruise on Squam Lake. This tour focuses on the science of the lakes and the creatures that make Squam their home. Explore the lakes with an experienced Squam Lakes Natural Science Center naturalist in search for wildlife, including the Common Loon and Bald Eagle. Observe loon behavior and communication first‐hand. Learn about the interactions that occur on the lake, among people, and wildlife as you take in the surrounding landscape. Come away with an enhanced appreciation and understanding of the lake and the wildlife that call it home. Pre‐registration strongly recommended 603‐968‐7194 www.nhnature.org Celebrating the Harvest Homeschool Classes Wednesday, October 07, 2009 10:00 AM ~ 2:00 PM Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center ‐ 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 Every other Wednesday, Sept. 23rd ‐ Nov. 18th ‐ 10:00am‐2:00pm Celebrating the Fall Harvest – Homeschool Classes Fee: $20 M/$24 NM per class Ages: 7‐11 Discover the joys of harvesting and eating local foods – especially foods with fascinating natural and cultural histories of their own. Each class will focus on a traditional New England fall food, its history at Prescott Farm and how it plays a part in the overall ecology of the farm. Each class will include a walk or time in the garden, a story, and a cooking project that will build on kids’ sense of place in New England. Wednesday, September 23; 10:00‐2:00 Herbs: Tea & Butters Wednesday, October 7; 10:00‐2:00 Walnuts, Butternuts & Acorns Wednesday, October 21; 10:00‐2:00 Pumpkins & Potatoes Wednesday, November 4; 10:00‐2:00 Apples: Sauce & Cider Wednesday, November 18; 10:00‐2:00 Cranberries. 603.366.5695 www.prescottconservancy.org Adventure Series Patrick's Pub & Eatery ‐ Route 11 / 11B, Gilford NH 03249 Every Wednesday Night 1/2 off hot Appetizers: 4:00PM ‐ 6:00PM Live Music 7:00PM ‐ 10:00PM* Win Lots of Great Prizes from our Sponsors! Arrive by 6:30 and receive triple raffle tickets Never A Cover ! www.patrickspub.com Deborah HensonConant Thursday, October 08, 2009 Silver Center for the Arts at Plymouth State University ‐ Plymouth, NH 03264 7pm ‐ She’s a Grammy‐nominated, genre‐bending, Blues‐Flamenco‐Celtic‐Funk‐Folk‐Jazz dynamo, electric harp player and vocalist. She’s written and produced her own one‐woman shows and orchestrated many symphony shows including one that aired on PBS. She’s a storyteller and a composer. She solos and wails like a rock guitarist. She turns music into theater and theater into something lyrical. You’ll never think of the harp in the same way again. Visit Henson‐Conant’s Web site: www.hipharp.com. Adults $30, Seniors $28, Youth $15 603‐535‐2787 or 800‐779‐3869 http://silver.plymouth.edu