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EVENTS BULLETIN –September 11 - 24, 2009 NH Grower's Dinner Cruise Friday, September 11, 2009 MS Mount Washington ‐ Weirs Beach NH 03246 We are pleased to partner with the NH Farm to Restaurant Connection to put together a dinner of truly local fare. Join us aboard the M/S Mount Washington Friday, September 11 for an authentic taste of New Hampshire. More information at: www.cruiseNH.com Super Stellar Friday: “Teen Night: Using Telescopes” September 11th @ 7 PM McAuliffe‐Shepard Discovery Center ‐ 2 Institute Dr., Concord, NH 03301 Have your teen join us for a fascinating hands‐on experience using telescopes. See planetarium show Two Small Pieces of Glass and then learn about these tools with a hands‐on look at our new observatory telescope (weather permitting). Pizza and soda provided at no extra charge. $7 per teen (ages 13‐19). Please pick up teen by 8:45 PM if they don't drive. (603) 271‐7827 www.starhop.com Garden Series Fall Flowering Perennials Tarbin Gardens ‐ 321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South), Franklin NH 03235 September 8 ‐ 13, 2009 at 11:00 AM An educational guided tour of Tarbin Gardens with emphasis on Fall Flowering Perennials. 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 $7.00). The gardens are open from 10AM – 6PM. Price: Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.00. Group rates are available on request. (603) 934‐3518 www.tarbingardens.com Back to School Paddle Adventure Special Adventure Gorge Canopy Tour of White Mountain Exploration a Tenney Mt ‐ 151 Tenney Mountain Road, Plymouth NH 03264 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 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 Gallery Exhibits Castle in the Clouds‐ Carriage House ‐ Route 171, Moultonboro NH 03254 August 6, 2009‐September 18, 2009 Gallery Exhibit‐ The White Mountain art of Mabel Williams 603‐476‐5900 www.castleintheclouds.org ItalianAmerican singer Salvatore Basile Friday, September 11, 2009 Belknap Mill ‐ downtown Laconia NH 7:00 p.m. ‐ the Laconia Historical Society and the NH Italian Cultural Club are teaming up to support Laconia‘s 8th annual Multicultural Market Day by hosting a pre‐festival concert with Italian‐American singer Salvatore Basile at the Belknap Mill. PRICE: $15 general admission $10 for members of the Laconia Historical Society & Museum Society and NH Lakes Region Italian Cultural Club. www.LaconiaHistorical.org, or call Laconia Historical at 603‐527‐1278.
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Live Music Friday and Saturday Nights 2009 9:00 PM ~ 11:30 PM Patrick's Pub & Eatery 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 Summer Hiking Tours Saturday, September 12, 2009 Get A Life Outdoor Adventures Summer Hiking Tours every Saturday morning 8:00 am various Mountains around Lake Winnipesaukee with amazing views for all fitness levels. Join Get A Life Outdoor Adventures for a fun guided hike with picnic at the Summit. (603) 520‐6160 www.getalifenh.com NH & VT Residents Week September 12‐18, 2009 Polar Caves ‐ 705 Rumney Route 25, Rumney NH 03266 Polar Caves Park features 8 glacial caves, a family of friendly fallow deer, many kinds of birds, a mining sluice, the Klondike mines, a Maple Sugarhouse and Museum, plus much more. It is time to get out and explore your own back yard! To make it more affordable Polar Caves Park is offering all New Hampshire and Vermont residents $5.00 admission for the week of Sept. 12‐18. 603‐536‐1888 www.polarcaves.com Scenic Fall Foliage Excursions Saturday & Sunday, September 7 – October 25, 2009 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 8th Laconia Multicultural Market Day Saturday, September 12, 2009 10:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM Downtown Laconia NH "A Celebration of Diversity." An all day festival with over thirty nations represented with cultural arts, crafts, cuisines, children's section, animals, entertainment, exhibits, social services and continuous musical performances. Fun for all in the beautiful historic downtown Laconia settings, Belknap Mill and Rotary Park. Rain or shine. FREE. Band on the Beach Saturday, September 12, 2009 3:00 PM ~ 7:00 PM Beach at the Naswa Resort ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd. ,Laconia, NH 03246 Tammy Jackson Duo 603‐366‐4341 www.naswa.com Bistro Nights Thursdays and Sundays through Oct 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! www.naswa.com Summer Biking Tours Sunday, September 13, 2009 Get A Life Outdoor Adventures Summer Biking Tours every Sunday morning 8:00 am along scenic back roads around Lake Winnipesaukee. Join others for a fun scenic guided biking tour for all fitness levels with a picnic stop along the way overlooking the beautiful lake. (603) 520‐ 6160 www.getalifenh.com
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Grandparent’s Day Sunday, September 13, 2009 Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ Holderness NH The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is hosting a day to honor grandparents. Grandparents are very special people, and Squam Lakes Natural Science Center would like to celebrate National Grandparent's Day by offering free admission to any grandparent who visits with a paying grandchild on September 13th. Cost: $13/adults, $11/seniors, $9 youth (ages 3‐15), 2 and under free. www.nhnature.org 603‐968‐7194. Zip into a Back to School Special Adventure Gorge Canopy Tour of White Mountain Exploration at Tenney Mt 151 Tenney Mountain Road, Plymouth NH 03264 Sundays through October 3, 2009 Don’t miss out on this super special for the month of September. Getting back in the swing of things with school schedules and new routines have you overwhelmed? Take a break with us with our Back To School special for the whole family to enjoy. STUDENT SUNDAYS – All canopy tour participants 10 ‐ 17 year olds can purchase a pass for only $50. This offer is 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 Sunday Champagne Brunch Sunday, September 13, 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. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges and contains 253 habitable Islands. There is no better way to see New Hampshire's natural wonders. 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 Dewey the Dog & Friends A Shaker Spirit Day Sunday, September 13, 2009 10:00 AM ~ 5:00 PM Canterbury Shaker Village, 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury, NH A Canterbury Shaker Village celebration for the whole family, including the canines! For this one day of the year, visitors may bring dogs on a leash outside at Canterbury Shaker Village. Bring your dog and enjoy the fields and walking trails across the 600 acres of the Village. See canine sport demonstrations including agility, fly agility and fly ball and try them with your dog! Enter the “I Look Like My Dog” photo contest. See the New England K9 Search and Rescue demonstration. Shop for gifts for your favorite animal companions at the Dewey Emporium. Donation bins to benefit local shelters. Outdoor grill lunch available in addition to regular restaurant hours. Admission: With dog: $10 Adults, $5 for children ages 6‐17. No charge for children under 6. Regular museum admission without dog $17 for adults, $8 for children age 6‐17; no charge for children under 6. $42 family rate. Group rates available. To purchase tickets, visit Admissions Desk or call 783‐9511. Patriots Football Monday, September 14, 2009 Nazbar Beach Bar at the Naswa ‐ Route 3, Laconia NH 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! MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL! Sept. 14, vs. Bills 7 PM Sunday Sept. 20 @ Jets 1 PM Sunday Sept. 27 vs. Falcons 1 PM Sunday Oct. 4 vs. Ravens 1 PM Sunday Oct. 11 @ Broncos 4:15 PM www.naswa.com Margarita Mondays Monday, September 14, 2009 Nazbar Beach Bar at the Naswa Resort ‐ Route 3, Laconia NH Half price appetizers and house margaritas take the edge off the start of the week! Stop in to the Nazbar Beach Bar and wrap up the day with a smile. THROUGH SEPT. 14. www.naswa.com
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Free Museum Admission for MKIM Benefit Concert Ticket Holders Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum ‐ 18 Highlawn Road, Warner, NH 03278 Monday, September 14 ‐ Sunday, September 20 Everyone who purchases a ticket for the September 15 Gary Sredzienski Concert to benefit Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum (Warner) will receive free admission to the Museum galleries all week. Guided tours given daily at 2:00 pm. 603‐456‐2600 www.indianmuseum.org Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum Benefit Concert featuring Gary Sredzienski Tuesday, September 15, 2009 Warner Town Hall ‐ Main Street, Warner, NH 03278 6:30 pm. Gary Sredzienski, Accordion Warrior performing to benefit Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum. “The Creekman” demonstrates the diversity of the piano accordion with a wide variety of styles encompassing several continents. Tickets available by phone, at Museum, or at door. Reservations recommended. Pre‐concert supper and Native American style desserts available. $10 Adults, $5 age 6‐12, under 6 free 603‐456‐2600 www.indianmuseum.org Garden Series Question Time Tuesday, September 15, 2009 Tarbin Gardens ‐ 321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South), Franklin NH 03235 September 15 ‐ 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM This week is devoted to your gardening questions and problems. We will use our personal knowledge, experience and library to answer your questions. Followed by an educational guided tour of Tarbin Gardens. 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 $7.00). The gardens are open from 10AM – 6PM. Price: Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.00. Group rates are available on request. (603) 934‐3518 www.tarbingardens.com Supper and Desserts Tuesday, September 15, 2009 5:30 PM ~ 6:30 PM Warner Town Hall ‐ Main Street, Warner, NH 03278 Join us from 5:30 ‐ 6:30 for Supper or Native American style dessert before the Gary Sredzienski Benefit Concert. Proceeds go to support the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum. Reservation recommended. Supper Includes entrée, side, desert, beverage: $6.00 Adult, $4.00 child under 6. Desserts: $2 ‐ $3 603‐456‐2600 www.indianmuseum.org Greening Your Existing Home Tuesday, September 15, 2009 7:00 PM ~ 8:00 PM Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ Holderness NH The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is offering a program on Greening your home. Join a representative from Plymouth Area Renewable Energy Initiative (PAREI) for tips to reduce the amount of energy your home uses. The program will include discussion of ideas such as energy‐saving lifestyle tips, ways to locate air leaks, and energy‐saving devices such as one that can recover heat from hot water going down your drain. The presentation will also include a brief introduction to solar water heating. PAREI formed in 2004 to help Plymouth area residents and businesses prepare for an energy‐constrained world. Their motto is “Plan Now for your Energy Future.” Adults. Cost: Free; No reservations required www.nhnature.org Nature of the Lakes Cruise on Squam Lake Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 4pm Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ Holderness NH 4pm ‐ 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
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FIT CAMP Get A Life Outdoor Adventures Fall Schedule starting Sept 14 Gilford Gazebo adults MWF 5:45am; FitKids T, TH 3:30pm Alton Bay Gazebo, adults T, TH 6am Laconia Fitown (Rotary Park), adults MWF 5:30pm; FitKids T, TH 5:30pm Join summer FIT CAMP with Outdoor Adventures including stretching, strength, obstacle courses, teambuilding, weights, bands, playground equipment, power walking, biking. It's so much fun getting fit in the outdoors. Try it out or join anytime. $99 for 8 weeks. Sessions running in Gilford, Gilmanton and Laconia or call to start your own group in the Lakes Region. Getalifenh.com 520‐6160 Lunch and Learn Spa Series Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Mount Washington Resort ‐ Bretton Woods NH Mount Washington Resort is offering a “Lunch and Learn” series at The Spa, a great way to learn more about health and wellness. Join us the 3rd Wednesday of each month for this educational series, which includes complimentary use of The Spa’s lounges, saunas, steam rooms, whirlpool and beautiful new outdoor pool complex prior to or after the luncheon. Please RSVP to The Spa at 603.278.4286 www.MountWashingtonResort.com Farmers' Market Wednesdays through Sept 23rd, 3:00 PM ~ 6:00 PM Tanger Outlet Center ‐ 120 Laconia Road; Route 3, Tilton NH 03276 Shoppers heading to the Tanger Outlet Center in Tilton are accustomed to finding the latest brand name fashions and accessories. This summer, Tanger is also giving its customers a chance to sample some fresh, locally grown produce. The new “Exit 20 Farmers’ Market at Tanger Outlets” will take place each Wednesday from 3 pm – 6 pm, June 23rd – September 23rd in the Tanger parking lot between Old Navy and the Banana Republic Factory Store. 800‐4‐TANGER www.tangeroutlet.com Adventure Series Wednesdays 4:00 PM ~ 10:00 PM 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 Beef it Up at the NazBar Thursday, September 17, 2009 Naswa Resort ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd, Laconia NH 03246 Beef It Up at the NazBar on Thursday Nights! ('Til September 17th) Burgers and Beer‐it's the American way! From 5 PM‐ closing every Thursday, enjoy $5 NASWA's Burger and Beer SpecialsCertified Angus Beef Burgers and $2 domestic drafts. AHHH! Now that's the perfect way to get you through the rest of the week‐‐a beer, a burger and the best atmosphere on the Lake‐‐music, a view, flat screen TVs for sports action and heaters and tents to escape Mother Nature when needed! Martini Nights $5 Top Shelf martinis every night (Thursday‐Sunday) upstairs in The Lounge at the NASWA. Now take the edge off a long day! www.naswa.com Under the Surface Thursday, September 17, 2009 10:00 AM ~ 11:30 AM Squam Lakes Natural Science Center ‐ Holderness NH The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is offering a program exploring underwater life. Ponds are a great place that often team with wildlife, but much of the living world in a pond is below the surface! During this fun‐filled adventure participants will get their hands wet and explore below the surface of the pond in search of insects, crayfish, and more. Ages 6 and up Cost: $7/member; $9/non‐ member For more details about this event, admission fees, upcoming programs, other lake cruises, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 603‐968‐7194. White Oaks Farmer's Market Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center ‐ 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia, NH 03246 Thursdays, June 25 ‐ Oct. 1, 4:00 ‐ 7:00pm White Oaks Farmers’ Market New for 2009, Prescott Farm staff has worked with local farmers and business owners to create the White Oaks Farmer’s Market. The market is being held Thursdays from 4pm to 7pm on the driveway of the Samuel P. Pardoe Building (marked with the open flag). Contact Kimberly at kdrouin@prescottconservancy.org for more information. (603) 366‐5695 www.prescottconservancy.org
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Tom Rush Thursday, September 17, 2009 Silver Center for the Arts at Plymouth State University ‐ Plymouth, NH 03264 7pm ‐ As the man who paved the way for the folk‐pop sound of the '60s, Tom Rush’s decades‐long impact on the American music scene has been profound. His distinctive guitar style, wry humor and warm, expressive voice have made him a legend with audiences around the world. His 2009 release What I Know has been at the top of the Americana charts and features harmonies by Emmylou Harris, Bonnie Bramlett, and Nanci Griffith. Visit Rush’s Web site: www.tomrush.com. Adults $30, Seniors $28, Youth $15 603‐535‐2787 or 800‐779‐3869 http://silver.plymouth.edu 6th Wolfeboro Vintage Race Boat Regatta Friday & Saturday, September 18‐19, 9:00 AM ~ 4:00 PM Lake Winnipesaukee on Wolfeboro Bay, NH Wolfeboro Bay will thunder with the sound of more than 70 vintage race boats as they run demonstration laps on a one‐mile oval course. Spectators are invited to get up close and personal with the boats and their drivers in the pit area from 9am to 4pm on both days. For more information, call 603‐569‐4554 or visit www.nhbm.org. Heluva Good!® Fall Pole Day Friday, September 18, 2009 NH Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Route 106, Loudon NH 03307 3:10pm NASCAR Sprint Cup Series The Sprint Cup stars begin their quest to conquer the 1.058 mile oval with practice and with Heluva Good!® Pole Day qualifying for Sunday's, SYLVANIA 300. (603) 783‐4931 www.nhms.com Heluva Good!® Fall Fall 125 Friday, September 18, 2009 NH Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Route 106, Loudon NH 03307 5:00pm NASCAR Camping World Series East. (603) 783‐4931 www.nhms.com NH Scot NH Highland Games Loon Mountain Ski Resort ‐ Lincoln NH September 18‐20, 2009 The New Hampshire Highland Games, the largest Scottish cultural festival in the Northeast, is presented by The New Hampshire Gathering of the Scottish Clans, Inc., a not‐for‐profit organization dedicated to the furtherance of the music, dance, athletics and customs of the Scottish people and to the continuance of the Gaelic culture. www.nhscot.org www.loonmtn.com Band on the Beach Friday, September 18, 2009 6:00 PM ~ 10:00 PM Beach at the Naswa Resort ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd. ,Laconia ,NH 03246 Doug Mitchell Duo 603‐366‐4341 www.naswa.com Super Stellar Friday: “Uranus & Neptune” September 18th @ 7 PM McAuliffe‐Shepard Discovery Center ‐ 2 Institute Dr., Concord, NH 03301 Explore the outermost planets in our solar system – see them up close in our state‐of‐the‐art theater. Join Astronomer‐ Historian R.P. Hale and experience these two gas giants and their moons, historical backgrounds and the most recent discoveries. If the skies are clear, take a look at these two planets from the new observatory dome! Recommended for ages 8+. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. (603) 271‐7827 www.starhop.com Toast of the Town Friday, September 18, 2009 6:30 PM ~ 11:00 PM Church Landing, Meredith NH ‐ 312 Daniel Webster Highway Meredith, NH 03253 Join the Meredith Rotary Club for the 4th Annual Toast of the Town Wine Tasting and Dance at Church Landing on Friday, September 18, 2009. 1‐800‐622‐6455 www.meredithroatry.com
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Meredith Bay Regatta Saturday, September 19, 2009 Meredith Bay of Lake Winnipesaukee 032534 A 2.5 mile Head Race on Lake Winnipesaukee Meredith, New Hampshire ‐ continuing a tradition of rowing in the Lakes Region! Lake Winnipesaukee was the site of the first ever inter‐collegiate crew regatta in the United States. 7am ‐ 2pm from Meredith Bay. Winnipesaukee Wellness Center Golf Classic Saturday, September 19, 2009 Waukewan Golf Club ‐ 166 Waukewan Rd. Center Harbor, NH 03226 Event starts at 12:45pm with a shotgun start on an 18 hole course.A light lunch from E.M. Heath supermarket and BBQ dinner catered by Canoe will be provided. Golf and raffle prizes will be presented at the awards ceremony. The registration deadline is Sept. 7. 603‐279‐6661 www.waukewan.com WOW Trail Fest Saturday, September 19, 2009 Laconia Athletic & Swim Club ‐ N. Main St, Laconia NH The WOW Trail is pleased to announce the first annual WOW Festival Lakes Region of New Hampshire LIVE MUSIC ~ BBQ ~ FAMILY FUN ~ KIDS ACTIVITIES & MORE! Join us Saturday, September 19th, 2009 at the Laconia Athletic & Swim Club (North Main St., Laconia) to celebrate the WOW Trail. Show your support by participating in one of our main events or just coming to the festival for lunch and a good time. Take the Lake Challenge ‐ A 67.2 mile bicycle ride around "The Big Lake" ‐ Lake Winnipesaukee (7:30 ‐ 8:30 start) $50 Take the Bay Challenge ‐ A 15 mile bicycle ride around Paugus Bay (10:00 ‐ 10:30 start) $50 Take the Trail Fun Walk ‐ A 2.5 walk for the whole family (11:30 start) $20 www.wowtrail.com FROM MEREDITH FOLIAGE DINNER TRAINS Saturdays through Oct 24 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 New Hampshire 100 Saturday, September 19, 2009 NH Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Route 106, Loudon NH 03307 1:00pm NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour. (603) 783‐4931 www.nhms.com Heluva Good!® 200 Saturday, September 19, 2009 NH Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Route 106, Loudon NH 03307 3:00pm NASCAR Camping World Truck Series The tough hombres of the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series start Saturday morning with qualifying and finish the day with the Heluva Good!® 200. (603) 783‐4931 www.nhms.com The ACT Invitational Saturday, September 19, 2009 NH Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Route 106, Loudon NH 03307 5:30pm American‐Canadian Tour. (603) 783‐4931 www.nhms.com
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Designer Showhouse to benefit the Boys & Girls Club of the Lakes Region Sunday, September 20, 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. Some will design rooms that are totally green. Some will design rooms that are attainable. These rooms will be designed adhering to a realistic and affordable budget. The others will be designed to accommodate our aging baby boomer generation, with comfort and ease of use at the forefront of the design aesthetic.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 Sunday Champagne Brunch Sunday, September 20, 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. Lake Winnipesaukee is the largest Lake in NH and covers 72 square miles. This crystal clear natural body of water is spring fed and surrounded by 3 mountain ranges and contains 253 habitable Islands. There is no better way to see New Hampshire's natural wonders. 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 SYLVANIA 300 Sunday, September 20, 2009 NH Motor Speedway ‐ 1122 Route 106, Loudon NH 03307 2:00pm NASCAR Sprint Cup Series The "Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup" Championship starts here! In a region that is no stranger to championships, the best of the best will try to gain the upper hand as NASCAR starts their 10 race showdown for the Cup. (603) 783‐4931 www.nhms.com Band on the Beach Sunday, September 20, 2009 3:00 PM ~ 7:00 PM Beach at the Naswa Resort ‐ 1086 Weirs Blvd. , Laconia, NH 03246 Hot Damn Duo 603‐366‐4341 www.naswa.com **Open House & Ribbon Cutting** Monday, September 21, 2009 5‐7pm Lakes Region Association’s Tilton Visitor Information Center – 61 Laconia Road (Rte 3) Tilton NH 03276 Visit the new Tilton Visitor Information Center and Lakes Region Association offices for our Open House and Ribbon Cutting. Many new exposure opportunities for LRA members including increased brochure space, member retail sales, a flat screen digital display panel and boxes. We are located in the Franklin Savings Bank building just behind the Tilt’n Diner. 603‐286‐ 8008 ksperry@lakesregion.org www.lakesregion.org $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 Garden Series Planning Next Year's Gardens Tarbin Gardens ‐ 321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South), Franklin NH 03235 September 22 ‐ 27, 2009 at 11:00 AM An educational guided tour of Tarbin Gardens with emphasis on planning for next year’s gardens. 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 $7.00). The gardens are open from 10AM – 6PM. Price: Adults $8.50, Seniors, Children and Students $7.00. Group rates are available on request. (603) 934‐3518 www.tarbingardens.com
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Golf Tournament Wednesday, September 23, 2009 White Mountain Golf Club ‐ North Ashland Road, Ashland NH 03217 Plymouth Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. Come enjoy a round of golf, an opportunity to network with other Chamber members and friends, and some great raffle prizes. 4‐Person Team Scramble ‐ 9 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast; 10 a.m. Shotgun Start ‐ Hot & cold hors d'oeuvres and cash bar after golf Goddie Bags Raffle Prizes Golf Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd & Last Place Team Prizes; Longest Drive ‐ Men's and Ladies' Prizes; Closest to the pin Cost: Foursome ‐ $400 Individual ‐ $110. Join in the "after golf" fun, food and raffle if you don't play golf for just $20. Call the Chamber office at 536‐ 1001 and make a reservation. Workshop for Local Historical Societies Wednesday, September 23, 2009 9:30 AM ~ 2:30 PM Joe Dodge Lodge, AMC headquarters, Route 16, in Pinkham Notch, NH On Wednesday, September 23, the New Hampshire Archives Group (NHAG) will sponsor a workshop on Documenting Your Society’s Archives and Collections. The workshop will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Joe Dodge Lodge, AMC headquarters, Route 16, in Pinkham Notch, NH. The cost is $20 for NHAG members and $25 for nonmembers, and includes lunch. The Documenting Your Society’s Archives and Collections workshop is a feature of the NHAG annual meeting and will include three sessions. Understanding Copyright, presented by Chris Pratt of the Sullivan Public Library Archives, will introduce participants to copyright law and its implications for local historical societies. Barbara Rimkunas, curator of the Exeter Historical Society, and Chris Pratt will later discuss the nuts and bolts associated with properly documenting collections in Documenting Your Collections. www.nhhistory.org. Reservations: Chris Pratt cpratt@keene.edu