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nhmagazine.com | August 2022 5 Contents 48 August 2022 First Things 6 Editor’s Note 8 Contributors Page 10 Feedback Features 36 Transcript Meet 11-year-old nationally ranked chess player Hrishi Vedula of Brentwood. by David Mendelsohn 38 Music, Love, Action SoulFest returns to Gunstock Mountain Resort. by Emily photographyHeidtby Kendal j. Bush 48 Easy Hikes to Fire Towers The whole family will enjoy these kid-friendly hikes that lead to fire towers and great views. by Dan Szczesny 56 Top Dentists 2022 The annual Top Dentists list showcases excellence in dental care. See which New Hampshire dentists were voted by their peers as the most trustworthy.FITZPATRICKBRAD/HUDSONMARSHALL/PESHKOVAOLGA/BAKOSJENN/ROBINSONDENNISJ./PARKLAKECANOBIE/ISTOCK/SZCZESNYDAN/BUSHJ.KENDALBY:IMAGES 603 Navigator 12 Stay Cool Celebrating 120 years of Canobie Lake Park, plus other end-of-summer things to do by Robert Cook 18 Our Town Booming Bristol by Barbara Radcliffe Rogers 22 Food & Drink Save the Hummus by Nick photographyAshoohby Olga Peshkova 603 Informer 26 History The Salty Tale of the Privateer Lynx by J. Dennis Robinson 30 Politics The Story of Two Primaries by James illustrationPindellbyPeter Noonan 32 First Person Poe the Crow by Bill illustrationRouthierbyCaroline Cupples 34 What Do You Know? How’d They Do That? by Marshall Hudson 603 Living 90 Locally Grown Lake Sunapee Flower Farm by Robin photographySweetserbyJenn Bakos 96 Calendar Summer Events edited by Emily Heidt 102 Health Avoiding Burnout by Krysten Godfrey Maddocks 104 Ayuh Summertime and the Cookin’ Is Easy by Rebecca Rule illustration by Brad Fitzpatrick SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTIONS 9 Special Insert: Driving Sustainability in New Hampshire 66 Dentist Profiles Volume 36, Number 6 ISSN 1532-0219 ON THE COVER As Canobie Lake Park turns 120, enjoy a ride on the Xtreme Frisbee. See more on page 12. 38 56
Just the same, she proved so useful that she quickly became assistant editor of New Hampshire Magazine. She then advanced to become my managing editor and to take over as editor of New Hampshire Home, where she helped to make that bimonthly into the highly respected journal of local shelter and style that it is today.
The constellation Orion is second only to the Big Dipper as a recognizable star forma tion. Standing huge in most night skies, it really looks a bit like a mighty hunter, raising arms to strike a celestial blow. Legend has it that Canis Major is Orion’s hunting dog. Sure enough, on any clear August evening, if you follow the stars that form Orion’s “belt” from right to left and into outer space with your eyes, you’ll find Sirius. It twinkles silently and keenly pierces the darkness like no other star.
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August is the sidekick of summer — at least here in New Hampshire where June can’t make up its mind and July’s fireworks and patriotic parades loudly declare that vacation time is here. Hot, holiday-free August gets little respect.
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The Sidekick of Summer But for the proscrastinators among us, or for those too busy to drop everything on July 4th and head for the beach, August is invaluable — an entire month without a major annual observance or call to action beyond escaping from the heat August is known as the end of the “dog days” of summer — which is not a reference to panting like an overheated pup in the sun but to the rise of the constellation Canis Major over the Northern Hemisphere in late July and the appearance of the brightest star in our sky, the Dog Star Sirius. This provides a tidy segue to my ulterior motive for this second cosmic framing of my Editor’s Note (see my July note for more sky stuff). I’d like to dedicate this issue to some one who has long been both my sidekick and my brightest star in the firmament here at New Hampshire Magazine: Managing Editor EricaTheThoits.term“sidekick” was not always as dismissive as it seems today. Although, like many common words, the precise etymology of sidekick is hazy, it’s said to be derived from the pickpocketing trade in which the front trouser pocket (the kick) was the safest place to keep Comic-bookvaluables.culture (which now seems to be synonymous with American culture) casts the sidekick as an underling or apprentice and even in more literary works the role is often that of straight man or comic relief to the true protagonist. Reading between the lines, though, reveals the true power and authority vested in this role. Think Sancho Panza, who guarded the mad Don Quixote and enabled his crusade, or Corporal Radar O’Reilly on the long (long) ago TV show “M*A*S*H,” who anticipated all the demands and needs of the good-intentioned but dod dering Colonel Blake. I think that last example might be the closest to the actual case here at New Hamp shire Magazine. Ever since Thoits first came to us as an intern from the UNH journalism department, she seemed to understand the methods and mission of our publications better than many of those in leadership roles here. That’s why she was chosen to help us produce the short-lived (but brilliant) weekly paper titled “168.” That’s the number of hours in a week, and if you couldn’t figure that out, it might help explain why the concept — an “edgy” and youth-focused weekly entertain ment paper — didn’t quite stick its landing.
By the time you read this, she will be mak ing herself essential to a new task and team — working behind the scenes with a highly regarded local nonprofit on meaningful measures that make a difference in the lives of kids. That selflessness is pretty much the attitude she maintained while she’s been with us, providing a clear eye and ethical compass to our efforts to enlighten people to the beau ty and possibilities of this state we share.
We already miss her, but no matter how far she travels or how high she rises in her career, I’ll always have a way to remember her.
And now, it will always remind me of my faithful, stellar, much-brighter-than-I, erstwhile helper and companion on this bold trek through the universe of publishing, EricaAndThoits.ISiriusly mean that.
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We will bring you back to when life was simple. Since 1786 our quaint little red cottage has graced the hills of southern New Hampshire, seemingly untouched by time. e enchanting cottage was chosen by Elizabeth Orton Jones as the model for her illustrations in Little Red Riding Hood (Little Golden Books, 1948.)
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Nicholas Ashooh, who wrote “Save the Hummus,” is the senior director for corporate and executive communication at APCO Worldwide.
We always knew it could happen, and after many years of hosting our Best of NH Party outside, it finally did: Nature tried to rain on our parade. Fortunately, we were under a tent and we Granite Staters are resilient folks who tend to keep parkas in our trunks, even in the summer. That paid off for us as the lovely day predicted by just about every weather prognosticator turned gradually dark, then drizzly, then rainy, while Andrew Pinard performed his astounding magic and Fee the Evolutionist and Ruby Shabazz kept spirits warm and groovy. Seemed like everyone left pretty happy, but a note like this one warmed our collective hearts here at New Hampshire Magazine. We plan to Dan Szczesny, who wrote the feature story “Fire Towers,” is a longtime journalist, author and speaker living in New Hampshire. He’s written several books of travel memoir and poetry, and an essay collection on father hood. His newest book, “NH Rocks That Rock: An Adventure Guide to Twenty-Five Famous Boulders of the Granite State,” which he wrote with his 6-year-old daughter, is a field guide that encourages families to visit off-the-beaten-path places around the state. Coming in 2023 is “Where There’s Smoke: On the Trail to New Hampshire’s Fire Towers.” Learn more at danszczesny.com.
Right: Ruby Shabazz and Fee the Evolutionist perform.
New Hampshire Magazine’s associate editor Emily Heidt wrote the feature story “Music Love, Action” about one of her favorite events, SoulFest.
New Hampshire Magazine’s contributing photographer Kendal J. Bush took the pho tos for “Music, Love, Action.” See more at kendaljbush.com.
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This is Mike from A&E Coffee and Tea. I’m just writing to sincerely compliment you and all the people involved in the Canterbury BONH event last night. We had such an amazing time despite the weird summer weather. Everything was fantastic! The food, music, tour, setting, drinks, performances, etc. A wonderful time, and thanks to you and everyone again for the effort in logistically creating a fun and auspicious evening. Thanks again and pass along this email as you’d like.
Author Rebecca Rule is our “Ayuh” contributor. She has written a number of books for both children and adults. See more at rebeccarule.com.
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Author J. Dennis Robinson, who wrote “The Tale of the Privateer Lynx,” is an expert in New Hampshire history and culture.
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—Beverly Treloar Bryer Bradford, Maine Editor’s note: Mark Twain famously quipped: “Humor is tragedy plus time.” I suppose the same thing applies to such horrors as your memory from 4H camp. Thanks for sharing it.
It appears I am losing my mind in my old age, or Ann Garber of Hancock has superhuman eyesight.
Editor’s Note Jarred a Memory “Heathkit” color TV [“Editor’s Note,” July 2022]? OMG, my own dad assembled one in our small Brooklyn apartment! Except for some ineffective solder joints that he got fixed, the TV worked fine and impressed our friends. I learned to assemble a shortwave radio and developed an interest in mechanical and electrical devices, serving me well during a 40-year career in marketing technology products. My dad barely achieved a high school education, and he served in the Marines during the WWII South Pacific Campaign retaking wretched islands from the Japanese, but he never abandoned his love of learning, working nights and engaging in hobbies by day. We need to encourage our young people to use their hands as well as their textingThanks,digitsRick, for jarring my memory bank, and wishing you and staff a good summer.
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— Mark Thompson, Concord Editor’s note: While there was once some talk of a town in Vermont seceding to become a part of New Hampshire, Stratton remains loyal to the Green Mountain State. Poet Laureate Peary sends her apologies but stands by her suggestions for European-style vacations in (or near) New Hampshire. Castle in the Clouds
Editor’s note: Thanks for the heartwarming note, Craig. Somewhere our dads are both looking up from their celestial tinkering and pausing to smile.
I have just been introduced to your magazine. In reading the story [“Bugs, You’re Buggin’ Me,” June 2022], I remembered an incident in the early 1950s. My sister and I were at 4H camp in Allenstown, New Hampshire. One day, helicopters flew over and sprayed for gypsy moths. The caterpillars fell from the trees all over us. It was memorable to say the least!
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Editor’s note: The hiding of the fabled Newt is a complex and delicate task, fraught with many pitfalls and potential for disaster (ask anyone who has survived an issue with a missing newt — the horror!), so perhaps it’s understandable that we gave the wrong page number for finding one of our July issue newts. The correct place to search for that final newt is on page 21. Our apologies to your eyesight.
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Above is a 2022 lupine tour photo I took to share with the public before we opened up the Thomson Tree Farm. I planted the lupines over 20 years ago when we built the road system for timber harvesting on our sustainable farm as I knew lupines have a very long taproot and would help hold the soil on the road banks and help protect water quality.
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I Peary’sAlexandriaenjoyedarticle in your July her[“Navigator”]issueonfamily’sNew Hampshire-style European vacation as there is so much to do and see in our state. I was curious, however, by the mention of a new town in our state as I have been in most of them. We have the towns of Strafford, Stratford and Stratham. Stratton, however, is found west of the Connecticut River. Perhaps they took a side trip one day.
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We opened our tree farm today, and when I went out tonight to close the gate, I came across this young bull moose enjoying the lupine tour also.
Your July issue states she spotted a newt on June issue page 23; however, neither myself, nor my wife, can find that elusive little devil. I have enclosed a photo of my page 23. Perhaps someone can either help me find it or “ You’ve got some ‘splainin’ to do, Lucy” ... Thanks, — Dedicated Newt Spotter (David)
Our “Lupine Truck Road” was featured in New Hampshire Magazine, written by Marshall Hudson in the June 2021 issue [“What Do You Know?”]. The photo shows some of the different colors of lupines one will see along the truck road. We have had many visitors thank us for sharing our land, especially over the past two years during Covid; it was just what they needed.
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“Life is a roller coaster. There are ups, there are downs, there are hills, there are valleys, peaks and so on.” – Martin Landau 603 Navigator Canobie Lake Park’s newest roller coaster, Untamed, will lift you 72 feet into the air before sending you into a drop that’s beyond vertical at 97 degrees! Through a series of loops, banked turns and zero-gravity rolls, Untamed is truly one wild ride.
“The overall consistency and integration into people’s lives and history are pretty significant. We’re very proud,” says Nicoli, who serves as the park’s brand manger. “We started in1902, and we are using the same business model. We give people an escape from reality and a break from the outside world,” he adds. As of press time in late June, Nicoli says park officials were still finalizing their 120th birthday plans. When the park marked 100 years, Nicoli says they served up a 60-footlong birthday cake and gave a piece to everyone in the park that day. Throughout the summer, he said the park’s Fun Squad will host impromptu parties and perform limbo dances. There are park trivia games and plenty of live entertainment as well.
The end result is an escape from reality where adults suddenly feel like kids again, running from ride to ride, dining on cotton candy, fried dough and ice cream without a care in the world. Throughout the park’s history, Nicoli says each ownership group has embraced the goal to give visitors a theme park experience closer to home.
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Nicoli explains the Dancehall Theatre hosted many impressive bands and recording artists, from Frank Sinatra and Duke Ellington to Aerosmith. Even Sonny and Cher appeared soon after their first big hit, “I Got You Babe,” was released in 1965. Park visitors will also discover things like the original Boat House, which dates back to 1902 and offered visitors plenty of canoeing and boating on the lake.
The hotel operated from 1902 to 1910 before it was lost in a fire. Nicoli says the park created a haunted house based on photos and postcards of the original hotel for Screeemfest, the Halloween event they hold from September through Halloween.
Before automobiles came on the scene, a majority of New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts residents relied on trolley cars to get to and from their jobs at the leather tanneries and other businesses. In 1902, the first trolley car brought visitors from the Greater Lowell region and the cities of Lawrence, Haverhill and Nashua.
when fireworks light up the skies over the lake every Friday from now until Labor DayFamiliesweekend.are also everywhere, introducing their children to the same kiddie rides they enjoyed when their parents introduced them to the park. The antique cars, Canobie Express train, bumper cars and the antique carousel delight young and old alike. Those who seek a serene and tranquil break from the park’s energy can take a 30-minute cruise on Canobie Lake aboard the Blue Heron.
Walk Down Memory Lane
One of the new things the park has rolled out for its 120th anniversary is the Heritage Trail — a self-guided tour where visitors can locate historical markers and use their phones to scan QR codes to learn about the park’sSomehistory.ofthe things they will encounter include the original trolley stop where visitors would enter the park through the large stone gate near the main entrance, the site of the original Canobie Lake Hotel and Lover’s Walk that led to the lakeside lodge where couples would spend romantic weekends, and the Dancehall Theatre.
Those same screams and laughter can be heard in every corner of the park, from the water rides and pools on Castaway Island to the Boston Tea Party water ride and the Turkish Twist, and well into the evening
To fully appreciate Canobie Lake Park’s history and longevity, it is important to understand how it all began.
The 65-acre amusement park, located on Salem’s Policy Road, features the gleeful sounds of people screaming with delight as they descend on the wooden Yankee Cannonball roller coaster, which first came to the park from Connecticut in 1936.
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A s far as Chris Nicoli is concerned, Canobie Lake Park’s birthday party is more like a shared festival experience that is happening all summer long for the thousands of New Hampshire residents and visitors who flock to the park. This year is also special because park condi tions have returned to a prepandemic level, where each day sees capacity crowds, happy families and summer visitors who are ready to embrace everything that Canobie Lake Park has to offer.
“We started as a trolley park,” Nicoli explains, which was the norm for many of New England’s oldest amusement parks.
The Timber Trail is another self-guided walk where visitors can explore the original botanical garden and see Japanese red pine and Kwanzan cherry trees along the trail.
One of the oldest and most treasured amusement parks in New England will celebrate a big milestone on August 23
The rivers purple European beech, noted for its protective canopy, was planted in 2002 for the park’s centennial milestone. The Village Rock also pays homage to Canobie Lake Park’s original owners.
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Nicoli says park officials also undertook an extensive rehab project for the antique carousel, which was built in the late 1800s and has called Canobie Lake Park home for decades. “It is both our oldest attraction and newest attraction at this point,” he says.
Canobie Lake Park actually went out of business in 1929, but fortunately, a new owner who made a fortune by inventing an “electric paving machine” purchased the park and reopened it.
Nicoli has worked at Canobie Lake Park for 21 years, and he notes how the park is still the quintessential eighth-grade field trip destination for scores of New Hampshire and Massachusetts schoolkids as evidenced by the rows of school buses that often fill the parking lot.
Opened in 2019, Castaway Island includes Tidal River and River Slides, shown here, along with the private cabana, Outrigger Grill, Monkey Bar, Lil’ Squirts Lagoon and Rain Fortress.
Nicoli says that during the work week, people would pay a nickel to ride trolleys to and from work, but very few rode them on weekends. The park featured a botanical garden along with canoeing, sporting events, the Circle Swing, picnics and the penny arcade. It was common for people to dress up in their finest clothes when they headed to Canobie Lake Park. Salem later became the hub for the Massachusetts Northeast Street Railway Company, but the advent of the automobile would bring great changes.
“We have been pivoting for more than 100 years,” he says.
The park employs as many as 2,000 seasonal, part-time team members and 100 full-time staff who work there yearround. A big part of the park’s winning formula is rehabbing its buildings and its emphasis on cleanliness.
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Eight weeks later, the Hudson, Pelham & Salem Railways opened Canobie Lake Park to give people a destination and a reason to ride the trolleys on weekends.
The Yankee Cannonball, formerly the Greyhound Roller Coaster from Lakewood Park in Waterbury, Connecticut, came to Canobie Lake Park in 1936 and the Dancehall Theater followed. The park reached another critical crossroads in 1957 when it sustained a fire, a hurricane and an overall decline in Membersbusiness.oftheBerni, Captell and Ulaky families came to the rescue and four generations later, members of those families still own the park, according to Nicoli. Eye on the future Nicoli says Canobie Lake Park’s success is fueled by the emotional pull of nostalgia and the owners’ commitment to introduce new rides, attractions, technology and heightened service. Instead of resisting change, Nicoli says they embrace it as part of their mantra.
The midway harkens back to the park’s past. The games of chance have been updated and offer more than stuffed animals, with prizes such as Apple watches and iPads.
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Nicoli says all team members,
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Water Country in Portsmouth is located off of Lafayette Road just a few miles from those sunny, hot New Hampshire Seacoast beaches. Residents and visitors alike have been enjoying this water park’s vast array of water slides, pools and attractions that include Thunder Falls and Wild Canyon and Dr. Von Dark’s Tunnel of Terror for decades. watercountry.com Candia Springs Adventure Park in Candia gives its guests a chance to enjoy some great water slides as well as experience the state’s original cooling-off method — a good old-fashioned swim ming hole where kids and adults can do their share of cannonballs and jump from a large, floating inflatable rock wall. candiasprings.com
Santa’s Village in Jefferson offers its guests a place to cool off after they have met the Big Guy, patted Donna, Dasher, Comet and Cupid, et al, and enjoyed all of the rides at the North Pole. Ho Ho H2O offers some moderate water slides that everyone can enjoy minus some of the capacity crowds that usually flock to other water parks. santasvillage.com
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Diana’s Baths in Bartlett is one of the best places to cool off for those who may not want to go for a swim but want to feel the sensation of cool mountain spring water on their hot faces and sweaty brows. Visitors will often sit on the flat rocks situated among the gentle waterfalls that cascade down to crystal clear pools below. visitmwv.com
Hampton Beach Parasail is the place to go if you have ever wanted to discover another way to cool off in the Atlantic Ocean. This family-owned company offers this experience to families and individuals who want to give it a whirl. Between the wind that will lift you high into the air and cool ocean water that will greet you when your parasail ends, you will be refreshed and delighted. hamptonparasail.com
Saco Valley Canoe in Center Conway has been renting canoes, kayaks and tubes to visitors for many years. Spending time gently floating at your own pace down the Saco River where you can stop to enjoy a picnic and swimming from the sandy banks is a great way to cool down from the New Hampshire summer heat. At the end of your trip, a van will be waiting to collect your canoe, kayak or tube and you for the short trip back to your car. sacovalleycanoe.com
Besides Canobie Lake Park’s Castaway Island, New Hampshire has several great options to beat the heat now that we are entering the dog days of summer. Here are some of our favs. Granite State’s Cool Runnings
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Wentworth State Park in Wolfeboro offers Clow’s Beach on the southern shore of Winnipesaukee. This pristine park gives visitors the perfect place to cool off with lake swimming as well as bath houses and a snack bar. While it is not the only state park located on New Hampshire’s largest lake, this one has the added bonus of being just a few miles from downtown Wolfeboro, which offers great waterfront restaurants and shop ping. For a listing of New Hampshire’s seaside and freshwater state parks, visit nhstateparks.org.
Clark’s Bears in Lincoln combines the fun of bumper cars with a desire to spray and be sprayed by cool water aboard the Old Mill Pond Blaster Boats. You will definitely want to make sure you leave your phone — and anything else you don’t want to get wet — on dry land. clarksbears.com
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While the owners are always looking to the future, Nicoli says they are still committed to maintaining Canobie Lake Park’s original culture and experience. The park’s longevity is even more impressive when one considers that other former mainstays, such as Whalom Park, Paragon Park and the Salisbury Beach amusement park, have all been lost to history. Canobie Lake Park has also maintained its edge in this industry despite competition from larger parks like Six Flags New England in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Visitors can actually win high-def TVs, Apple Watches and iPads. People who want to spend the day cooling off at the Castaway Island water park that opened in 2019 encounter something that easily rivals a resort they would find in Florida or the Bahamas, Nicoli says.
In the near future, Nicoli says visitors will be able to preorder food and beverages on their phones and pick them up at food stations similar to what other venues like Fenway Park, TD Bank Garden and Gillette Stadium provide.
“We spend a lot of effort maintaining the property,” Nicoli says. “We take pride in our cleanliness, whether it’s our restrooms or the Manymidways.”visitorsmay not give the park’s cleanliness a second thought, but Nicoli says, “If we were dirty, everyone would notice.”
At a time when people have more home entertainment options than ever before, Nicoli says they still enjoy coming to Canobie Lake Park because what they experience here they cannot experience anywhere else. “You can’t go soaring through the air over the lake at sunset while fireworks are launching in the air if you are home sitting on the couch and watching TV or playing video games,” he says. Even Canobie’s midway games offer much more than just stuffed animals.
Canobie’s location right on the border between New Hampshire and Massachusetts, which represents a virtual stone’s throw from the Greater Boston market, has served it very well.
In addition to the water slides and pools, the water park has 11 cabanas that can accommodate up to eight people. Each cabana includes a high-def TV, refrigerator, and a food service attendant who will take their orders and bring their food and beverages right to their table.
Visitors can purchase park tickets that include everything from admission to all the rides and the water park, which is a real bargain for families who are coping with high gas prices and inflation. They also offer free parking and a shuttle service if visitors have to park farther away from the park. That is not the case at many other amusement parks. Then, of course, there is Canobie Lake itself, which serves as the perfect backdrop.
Regardless of how much new technology and modern conveniences may be introduced to the park, the roar of Canobie Lake Park’s Yankee Cannonball, the puttputt pace of its antique cars, and the gentle up-and-down movement of its antique carousel horses will be constants. NH including the owners, will pick up any trash they see right away to maintain one of the cleanest amusement parks in the country.
The circular ride carrier Xtreme Frisbee thrills 40 passengers spinning in both directions while simultaneously the center shaft takes riders over 46 feet back and forth in a pendulum motion.
DaVinci’s Dream allows guests to simulate a floating sensation in an Italianesque, swing-style seat, all the while getting a scenic view of beautiful Canobie Lake.
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The riverbanks, along with providing fertile farmland to support the early settlers, yielded a high-quality clay used in making fine china, pottery and reddish-brown bricks.
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We hear a lot about towns rein venting themselves, but Bristol didn’t need to reinvent anything — it was all there in plain sight. The town’s revitalization plan simply takes full advantage of what they already have. A rich legacy of architecture in a compact downtown, with the visual bonus of a river rushing through and plummeting over a dam, was a canvas that only needed a little touchup. Add the natural attractions of Newfound Lake, three rivers and a protected forest almost in the center of town, and Bristol had a lot to work with. All it took to pull those together into a successful revitalization plan was some seri ous community engagement. The results are apparent the minute you drive into Central Booming Bristol
The beach at Wellington State Park in Bristol
The clay was similar to that used to create bricks in Bristol, England, hence the name of the new town. Mills along the Newfound River manufactured paper, woolens, furniture and other wood products among additional goods, as well as power ing tanneries for leather. At one time, more than 20 industries flourished along its banks. When the railroad was extended from Franklin in 1848, it brought summer
The new town’s location where the Newfound River flows into the Pemigewas set gave it both water power for mills and access to river transport for finished goods.
The mills were at the heart of Bristol’s history. Originally part of the Mason grant, which covered most of southern New Hampshire, 30,000 acres to the west of the Pemigewasset River were purchased in 1753 by a group from Chester, England. They named it New Chester, and in 1788 it was divided to create Bridgewater, then divided again in 1819 to carve the town of Bristol from the northern section.
Not as old as the inn, but another longtime Downtown Bristol presents a fine collection of late 19th- and early 20th-century buildings.
The Bristol shore of Newfound Lake, which includes Wellington State Park, is filled with watersport options, and the park has a beauti ful sand swimming beach. Overlooking the lake, the Newfound Lake Inn was among the first to welcome travelers, even before the railroad brought tourists.
In addition to those, the 1884 MinotSleeper Library and the 1890 Queen Anne United Methodist Church are listed properties, as are the 1849 town hall and 1889 fire station. While the preservation of Bristol’s architectural assets has been the prime concern of the Historic District Commission, other groups have worked to revitalize the contemporary community. Along with its architectural heritage, Bristol’s revitalization plan has also focused on enhancing its natural assets with parks and walking and bike trails. The Bristol Falls Park is an attractive riverside area, the beginning of a path that follows the Pemigewasset River from downtown to the Smith River. A picnic park has been added at Profile Falls, where the Smith River cascades 30 feet over ledges into a popular swimming area. That park has access to several walking and bike trails, and more trails are in the Slim Baker Conservation Area, close to down town. One leads to Inspiration Point, with views of Mt. Cardigan and Tenney Mountain.
Built in 1840 as a stagecoach stop on the road to Montreal, it has been updated with each new generation of owners and offers a private swimming beach, kayaks, sunset views and a fine-dining restaurant (crab-stuffed baked scallops are a specialty).
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 19 visitors to Bristol’s other important water resource, Newfound Lake. Farmers welcomed guests at first, and by the 1870s, several hotels had been built; in the 1920s, a bungalow village of cottages was added. With the increasing prosperity brought by the mills and tourism, Bristol flourished with the fine homes and commercial buildings that form today’s Historic District and residen tial neighborhoods. Within a few blocks are good examples of a dozen different styles of American architecture, from Greek Revival to 20thStrollcentury.around Central Square and along Summer, School, and North and South Main streets to find Georgian, Federal, Victorian, Greek Revival, Neoclassical, Second Empire, Gothic, Queen Anne and other styles. Fifteen of the homes and commercial buildings are on the National Register, two more on the state register and a dozen more have been identified as significant on a local register.
favorite dining spot is closer to downtown — Kathleen’s Irish Pub, serving traditional Irish dishes with perfect pints to the tunes of live Irish music. Around the square are more dining and drinking places that have been attracted by the investments made in Bristol’s revitalization, joining breakfast
The Pemmigewasset River passes through Bristol’s shopping and old mills.
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A treasure trove of antiques awaits visitors to Bristol’s downtown. and lunch favorites, the Bristol Diner and Gina’sCielitoPlaceMexican Restaurant serves south-of-the-border dishes (including several vegetarian options) and makes the guacamole tableside. In one of the old mill buildings, Shackett’s Brewing Company has a pub feel and produces Pasquaney Bay IPA, Newfound Nutbrown, West Shore Stout and Bristol Blonde, a German blonde ale. Opposite Shackett’s is The Purple Pit Coffee Lounge, with a full coffee menu, smoothies, breakfast and lunch choices, and an ice cream parlor. In the back lounge is a jazz club with live performances. Next to Shackett’s, in a riverside gristmill dating from the 1700s, is The Mill Fudge Factory, makers of handcrafted, small-batch fudge from an old Scottish family recipe. It took a lot of community engagement to bring this new vigor to Bristol, making the most of its wealth of historic buildings and its beautiful natural setting to revitalize its down town. And the result is worth visiting. NH Get There Newfound Lake Inn / (603) 744-9111 newfoundlake.com Kathleen’s Irish Pub / kathleensirishpub.com Cielito Mexican Restaurant / (603) 744-2044 cielitomexicanrestaurant.com Shackett’s Brewing Company / (603) 217-7730 shackettsbrewing.com
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Recently, I was stunned to find that “Dark Chocolate Dessert Hummus” is now available on grocery shelves, right next to the “Apple Pie Dessert Hummus.” If there was any doubt about the end of civilization, the evidence is right there in your local supermarket.Growingup in a large Lebanese American family in south Manchester, hummus was present at every occasion. And with 27 aunts and uncles and 44 cousins, there were many, many occasions. Almost every week saw a birthday party or two or perhaps a wedding or christening. And then there were the Sunday all-hands gatherings at my mother’s Ganem homestead on Silver Street, or at the Ashooh Brothers market garden where Brown Ave. meets Queen City Ave. And at every stop there were ample supplies of hummus — the delicious prelude to every meal. The mortar of our cuisine.
I t all started with granola bars. The once-healthy snack of flower children was hijacked and corrupted, soiled with chocolate chips and infused with sugar and corn syrup until it became nothing more than a coarse candy bar. Next, it was yogurt, the smooth and tart staple of my youth, made by my mother from scratch (she always kept some starter culture in a baby food jar in the refrigerator). Commandeered by the mega-food giants, yogurt was injected with sugar and additives and transformed into a gelatinous confection.Now,they are coming for hummus.
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Our traditional hummus preparation ritual was simple and satisfying: Hand-grind the garlic and salt, mash the chickpeas, and fold in the sesame tahini, cumin and lemon juice. Dishes of hummus were placed strategically in several rooms with a light coating of olive oil and a sprinkling of paprika. Next to the hummus: a basket with triangles of Arabic bread, and alongside the breadbasket, a dish of raw red onion pieces. Take a triangle of bread, wrap it around a piece of red onion, and use it to scoop up a healthy dollop of hummus. While traveling in the Middle East, I’ve found that hummus is remarkably consistent throughout the region. Whether in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia or the UAE, in a home or a restaurant, one can always find great hummus accompanied by unfailing hospitality.Whenhummus first started appearing in grocery stores, I was bemused that such a deeply ethnic creation with an odd name would go mainstream. I never thought it would catch on, especially because early versions were poor substitutes for our handmade delicacy. But it did catch on, and the supermarket products got better and better. I sampled a few brands and found that, with a squirt of fresh lemon or dash of virgin olive oil, they were quite serviceable. But soon, different flavors emerged, like roasted red pepper. OK, that’s not so crazy. After all, Muhammara, a Syrian red pepper dip, is also a staple of Middle Eastern appetizers. Then, I saw more radical variations making the scene like “Green Goddess” and “Spinach and Artichoke” hummus. This, I thought, is unnatural. I just couldn’t picture my Sittoo Latifeh whipping up a batch of “Everything Bagel Hummus.” But taste, after all, is personal, and in the spirit of tolerance and diversity I didn’t make a scene in the refrigerated section of the grocery store. However, with the subversive amalgams we are seeing today, it seems that hummus is going the way of potato chips. Sure, barbecue flavor was fine, and salt and vinegar had a mysterious appeal. But now I stand in the snack food aisle staring blankly at shelves of transmogrified potato products, paralyzed by indecision. Suddenly, it all became clear to me: Hummus is being zombified! Grotesque, soulless hummus mutants trying to take over our world! I had to speak out, lest we forget our ancient culture, our proud heritage and, most important, what authentic hummus really tastes like. (603) 494-2036
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Hummus made from scratch Truly, there is nothing like the rapture of homemade hummus. It is simple, delicious, satisfying and healthy. Here’s all there is to it: 1 can garbanzo beans, drained 3 tablespoons tahini 1/3 cup of fresh lemon juice ½ teaspoon salt 1 clove of garlic Dash of cumin Just crush the garlic in a bowl with the salt, mash, and add the garbanzo beans, then the tahini, cumin and lemon juice. You can also do it the easy way and throw everything into a food processor, but where’s the fun in that? Adjust the consistency with a little water or more lemon juice. Mix well and put into a shallow serving bowl. Garnish with olive oil and paprika. And don’t forget some red onion pieces on the side! Of course, people scoop up hummus with just about anything these days, from Arabic or pita bread to chips to all varieties of raw vegetables. You can also turn hummus into an entrée found throughout the Middle East by browning some ground lamb or beef. Drain the fat and combine with sautéed onion and pine nuts and a dash of salt, pepper, cinnamon and allspice. Spread some hummus on a plate, top with a spoonful or two of the warm meat mixture and scoop it all with ArabicThere’sbread.no doubt that my love of hum mus owes partly to the warm memories the food conjures of dear relatives long since passed, and of the chaotic but loving home I shared with my beloved parents and six siblings on Calef Road. But that’s the power of the stuff. It brings you to gether and keeps you together. Do your part to save hummus! Make a batch today and unite against the food moguls! Tell them to keep their chocolaty and appley hummus perversions. It’s genu ine hummus for me. It is perfection just as it is, a miracle food that has nourished and comforted our family for generations and even unites Arabs and Israelis. Make it part of your culture too. And if you feel like something sweet, just have some candy, or maybe a granola bar. NH Submit your nomination by August 12 at nhbr.com/bea
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603 Informer 26 New Hampshire Magazine | August 2022 FIELDSTYLERBYPHOTO One ship drives east and other drives west by the same winds that blow. It’s the set of the sails and not the gales that determines the way they go.
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Crewman Alex Peacock of Newmarket aboard the schooner Lynx, a recreation of a War of 1812 privateer
ship parade in Portsmouth Harbor.
I met “Woody” that day. He was decked out in breeches to top hat like a prosperous 19th-century ship owner. He claimed he was distantly related to a Portsmouth privateer named Eliphalet Ladd. In Ladd’s honor (and for tax purposes), Woods registered Lynx in Portsmouth.A12-person crew then steered the new schooner to the open sea and through the Panama Canal to California. Lynx spent the next decade on the West Coast, ranging as far as Canada and Hawaii. I followed her, virtually, for the next few years. And then came the bulletin — Lynx was returning to her “berth place” to celebrate the bicentennial of the War of 1812. At the urging of Melbourne Smith, Woody asked if I would write a book about the occasion. “Aye-aye,” I replied, and flew to San Diego just in time to join the final West Coast“Hi,tour.there,”
BY J. DENNIS ROBINSON I used to build models of tall ships. Woodson K. Woods saw a model of Privateer Lynx in a Salem, Massachu setts, shop and built the entire ship. It cost him $3 million. Born in Missouri, Woods had been a cattle rancher, hunter, hotelier, pilot, adventurer, salesman, painter, and lifelong sailor. By his late 50s, then living in Hawaii, Woods wanted to give something back. “I wanted to bring adventure to kids,” he once told me. The “forgotten” War of 1812 fascinated Woods. A sketch in a book of a schooner out of Baltimore named Lynx with its sleek raked masts captivated him. “And that name!” he recalled. “It was short, to the point. I knew a lynx was a wild cat known for its stealth as a Earlyhunter.”19th-century American shipwrights pushed the envelope with sleek schooners like Lynx. The goal was maximum speed, either for rapid delivery of goods or to evade the law. Such ships were often engaged in smuggling, slaving, blockade running, tax evasion, and espionage. During the War of 1812, that speed made Lynx and other privately owned American ships — duly licensed by Congress — ideal for pursuing and capturing British merchant ships. Woodson Woods hired acclaimed naval architect Melbourne Smith — creator of the Pride of Baltimore, Niagra, Sea Witch, and Spirit of Massachusetts. Smith designed a modern Lynx that would meet Coast Guard requirements. In 1998, Woods was on his way to Maine, famous for its wooden boat builders, when he stopped at a maritime gallery in historic Salem, Massachusetts. As he entered the shop, two workers were carrying a gorgeous new handmade model onto the showroom floor. It was Lynx.
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Ten years have passed. Woodson Kidder Woods III (1932-2020) “truly lived above and beyond,” one admirer wrote. And his dream sails on. Donald Peacock of New market, Alex’s father, now directs the Lynx Education Foundation, a nonprofit based in New Hampshire. Don also captains the Lynx, inspiring young people to discover a sea of opportunities. NH
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How a Baltimore schooner built in Maine by a Hawaiian entrepreneur found its way to New Hampshire
I told a young bearded crew member named Alex Peacock. “I came all the way from New Hampshire for this.” Alex smiled. “Actually,” he said, “I’m from New market, New Hampshire.” Small world. The next day, Lynx began her long voyage home. I rushed back to my keyboard to finish the book. We reunited, months later, at a tall
That fateful encounter convinced Woods he was on the right course. Three years later, a joyous Maine crowd watched Lynx slide gracefully into the sea. Rockport Harbor had not seen a locally built schooner launched sinceRunning1885. down the Maine coast on her maiden voyage in the fall of 2001, Lynx paused briefly at Portsmouth. Her sleek swept-back silhouette, symmetrical hull, and lean rigging immediately drew onlookers. She was something special.
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“Libraries exist to help connect people with information, and I’m happy we can do that with the use of things like TikTok,” Packard told the Sentinel.
The library’s feed is plenty informational — featuring library tours, staff introductions, book recommendations and more — but also decidedly whimsical. Some videos lead prospective library patrons on scavenger hunts for surprises hidden among the stacks, others lean into the kind of literary humor that’s helped to make “#librarytok” a thriving online community.
About 2,300 people were registered cardholders at the Chesterfield Public Library last year, according to the town’s annual report. But in recent months, the library’s reach has stretched far beyond this small southwestern New Hampshire community — thanks to TikTok. After launching its account (@chesterfieldlibrary) in March, the library has racked up more than 4,800 fans on the social video app. Its TikTok videos routinely grab hundreds, sometimes thousands of views; one 7-second reel, a playful meditation on the passage of time as measured by the release date of a Pixar film, has been viewed 3.8 million times.
“I’m happy that I can show that libraries aren’t just a place to be quiet and read — we’re so much more,” Chesterfield Library Assistant Lucy Applegate told the Keene Sentinel, after the local media outlet was quick to take note of the library’s turn in theThespotlight.library is no stranger to social media, with a Facebook presence that stretches back to 2011. Library Director Kathleen Packard told the Sentinel the library staff had been wanting to experiment with a TikTok account for a while, and a training workshop held at another local library en couraged them to take the leap — with an eye toward engaging younger audiences.
The Chesterfield Public Library has apparently started to cultivate its own kind of virtual community too. “I’ve started to identify usernames who comment often, who like our videos a lot, and it could really mean two things: Either these people are local and are patrons who come in often, or these are people who could be hundreds of miles away and possibly might never come into our library,” Applegate told the Sentinel. ”Whatever it might be, these are people who are getting joy from the content I’m creating, which is really cool.” NH
A recurring character has also emerged in the form of “Chester,” an aptly named stuffed animal who’s seemingly always game to take center stage in an emerging TikTok trend. Speaking of TikTok, one local pet is becoming quite the online celebrity. Moose, a rabbit who accompanies her owner Chelsea Eason on hikes across some of New Hampshire’s highest peaks, has earned the attention of NHPR, the Boston Globe, and even Outside Magazine. “It’s weird sometimes,“ Eason told Outside, reflecting on all of the extra attention, “but it’s all good, because Moose makes people smile.” Hampshire 1711 South Willow St. #5 Manchester, NH 03103 (603) 606-1705
After the Wolverine himself was struck ill with Covid, Manchester’s own Max Clayton stepped into a starring role in Broadway’s “The Music Man.” Clayton was Hugh Jackman’s standby for the part of Professor Harold Hill. “Once again, standbys and understud ies save the day and, in this case, it’s Max Clayton to the rescue,” producer Kate Horton said in a statement reported by Playbill. “We’re excited to see him perform alongside the wonderful Sutton Foster and we wish Hugh a speedy recovery.” “Libraries are different entities them selves on social media, so we can have a bit more freedom in the content we create, unlike celebrities or influencers,” Applegate, who also stars in many of the videos, told the Sentinel. “There’s a great community within TikTok of other libraries. This helps in spurring ideas for content, and we just support each other.”
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here are six Republicans running for governor, including incumbent Chris Sununu. There are 11 running for United States Senate. Ten are running for Congress in the state’s first district and seven in the second district.
There are reasons for this.
In the past few decades, it’s been broadly true that Republicans have more competition on their primary ballot than Democrats. Democratic leaders are mostly powerful and clever enough to avoid a number of primaries they believe would largely drain resources for a general election against Republicans. That’s a fair point. But going from fewer primaries to the situation today, where there are only two legitimate down-ballot prima not win the general election anyway. Consider this: The last time this dynamic — where there were no Democratic primaries but there were Republican ones — played out was in 2014, a good Republican election year. Third, redistricting played a role. The move every 10 years by the Legislature to rewrite the lines of where districts are situated continued to give Republicans more of an advantage, particularly at the Statehouse level. Again, if it is harder for Democrats to win a particular contest, then it is harder to convince Dem ocrats to run and upend their lives for a few months in a lost cause. Where all of this leaves New Hampshire and its voters is unclear. Sure, more candidates and more options are always a good thing for voters. But when it comes to the general election, the voters in November will have the same number of choices. However, going forward, Republicans may gain ground just because even the failed candidates in a prima ry will be more experienced and have more name recognition for next time. NH
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ries among the top 31 contests, is something altogether different.
The fourth race is for governor, and only State Sen. Tom Sherman of Rye bothered to even give it a solid college try. Others did consider it, including Stonyfield Yogurt founder Gary Hirshberg and former governor John Lynch, who tested the waters twice, including this year. Polling told the story, however: Sununu was going to beat them.
A Tale of Two Primaries
For New Hampshire Republicans, the primary ballot on September 13 comes with many options
The Democrats? No options. There isn’t a primary for governor, Sen. Maggie Hassan is running against a pair of random people, and Reps. Chris Pappas and Annie Kuster are to tally unopposed. In fact, 23 out the 24 races for the State Senate only have a single Democratic candidate running. What is particularly stun ning about that statement is that there are only Democratic incumbents seeking reelection.
The first is rather obvious. In three out of the four major contests in the state, there are Democratic incumbents seeking reelection — and they would be tough to beat in a primary.
The second reason this is the case: It is likely to be a great year for Republicans. President Joe Biden, a Democrat, had the worst poll numbers of his tenure around the candi date-filing period. Typically, the party in pow er, in this case the Democrats, do poorly in midterm elections. But Biden’s numbers were particularly bad. This means that the Repub lican nomination in these contests is simply worth more than it is for Democrats who may
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I was torn over what to do about him. I looked up New Hampshire Fish and Game and called the one place that res cued crows, along with other birds. One of the wildlife rehabilitators only took turtles. I was told I’d have to catch and put the crow in some kind of protective box, drive there and back. Two hours each way.
I recently moved, at the age of 69, into a cabin in a woodsy area of the White Mountains of New Hampshire. As spring began to gently push away the winter cold, several days in March hitting the 50s, I went out one morning through the front door to see a crow sitting just past the wood pile, on the mound of earth there among the trees and brush. I could tell it was wounded, since it didn’t try to jump or fly. I went back in, watched for a while through the front door windows. It moved a little, not quite hopping, pulling itself a foot or two. Proba bly a broken wing. My heart sank. BY BILL ILLUSTRATIONROUTHIERBYCAROLINE
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I went inside, cut up some raw pork into ground-meat consistency, came out and placed it a few feet away, showing it to him first. (I’m calling the crow a him, since there’s no way of telling the difference between crows by markings or characteristics. Males tend to be larger, and this was a large crow — so.) I went back inside, looking out through the door window. He immediately crawled his way over, eating it all in less than a minute. Good, I thought. We went through this routine several times. He’d begun moving, distances of about 5 or 10 feet, from the last place he was. He couldn’t stand up, but his legs seemed to enable him to hop a little, with the help of his wings pushing on the ground. One wing flapped normally, the other moved slightly.
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The woman I spoke to said if they couldn’t fix the wing so he could fly, they’d have to euthanize the crow. That did it for me. I wasn’t going to relegate this creature’s last days to being inside a ver y weird (for him) facility, where he was poked and prodded and then possibly put down. I know nature is cruel, but at least this crow would have the experience of being where it lived when it died. Yet after deciding this, coming to what I thought was at peace with it, a wave of guilt surged through me for several days, a hero notion I was abandoning. If I captured him a minute, he’d hopped down and walked quickly over, ate some, then filled his mouth and went up into the woods beside the cabin, until I couldn’t see him. He came back quickly, without the meat, repeated the process. He was storing it somewhere for later, which was a nest, I hoped.
Later in the day, I saw him on perched on the same fallen tree. I went out again, this time with a large handful of bird seed, which I could only show to him by dropping it. I walked a bit closer, too close for Poe — he suddenly sprung off the tree and flew away effortlessly, disappearing in seconds. My heart soared along with his flight. My instincts had been right — I hadn’t dislocated him from his home, he could still be with his mate, I was just a stop on his journey, where, I hoped, he’d come now and again for food, with the remembrance of a kindness done. Whatever was wrong with his wing, it must have been a minor break or sprain that just needed some time. Crows are highly intelligent, and though I know he’d never let me get too close, I hope he decides to return. Drop in occasionally to thank me for feeding him when he was helpless and hungry — and coming back, of course, for more. Perhaps not, maybe he’ll just be somewhere else now, alive, flying, with his mate and his murder. I’m completely happy that he’s OK. He has his freedom. I’m free as well, of carrying a persistent guilt. The trouble is, I’ve grown accustomed to him. The selfish human part of me wishes he were my bird, living somewhere in the range of the cabin, visiting me when he wanted a free meal, in my field of vision, off there at a safe distance. Then again, I’m reminded of the secret imparted by a wise fox to a small boy in Antoine de SaintExupéry’s immortal book “The Little Prince”: One sees clearly only with the heart. Anything essential is invisible to the eyes. If I see him again, or if I don’t, there’s always that invisible place, where tocontinuehe’llbe.
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 33 and he was fixed, he’d be free, up in the air again. I’d see crows at the side of the road as I drove and get a tinge of something that made me feel like I’d have this sin, a black mark of inaction, within me for a long time, reminded by every crow I saw. At this point, he’d disappeared for a few days, so whatever became of him from here on in was out of my hands. That made my sense of guilt even deeper, because now I didn’t know where he was. I couldn’t rescue him if I wanted to. Then one day, a little ways up the road in the woods, I saw him sitting on a log, solidly perched, holding on by his feet. I got some ground pork, came back, tossed it near, and left. A few days after, I saw him up a tree, on a branch about 15 feet high. Excellent. Now I knew he could at least use his wings, probably leaping up a few feet at time, branch to branch, protect himself from predators, come down to land to get food. He disappeared again, and again I found him up the road, perched on a log hanging out over a frozen stream. I left some more meat. When I went up the road to look the next day, he was gone. There’s a small incline up into the woods above the road past which there was a field, where he log ically should have been, and I looked, but no crow. I was, by the way, calling him Poe by then. I checked for several days, walking the road. No Poe. I could only hope he was surviving, acclimating himself to limited mobility, learning to adapt. I’d read that crows mate for life and this drew a poignant picture of his mate coming down to be with him but then having to fly off to find food or be with the other crows. Re join the “murder,” which is what a group of crows is called, somehow fitting, especially for one named Poe. A week went by, then I saw him through the window one morning, just outside the door near the woodpile, walking quite easily on both feet, tilting back in forth in his walk the way crows do. I cut up some raw beef and once outside, saw he was off a ways in the woodsy part of the front, sitting on the top of a downed tree. I showed him the meat, tossed it and went inside. Within
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I know nature is cruel, but at least this crow would have the experience of being where it lived when it died.
How’d They Do That?
Stone walls are hardly uncommon in New Hampshire, but this one in the Lakes Region is special. been clearing stones from their fields and building stone walls since New Hampshire was first settled by the Europeans. Most of the stone walls in New Hamp shire, however, were built in the early 1800s when the sheep craze swept the state and mills were demanding all the raw wool that farmers could produce. There was a ban on imported English wool, and the newly introduced Merino breed of sheep was outperforming all the other breeds. The Merino produced more pounds of fleece, This dry-laid wall has a graceful twist at its midpoint.
I was driving down a backroad in the New Hampshire Lakes Region, when a stone wall suddenly jumped out and grabbed my attention. It’s not uncommon to see stone walls paralleling the backroads, but this one was different and demanded a second look. I pulled over and walked back for a closer view. This unique stone wall follows the contours of the land until it comes to a small drainage ditch, which it deftly jumps over. While spanning the ditch, the stone wall also rotates in a gravi ty-defying twist that had me scratching my head and puzzling, “How’d they do that?”
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The “how” remains a mystery to me, but the “why” is likely the result of a skilled stonemason demonstrating that he had the talent to do the impossible. Stonemasons taking pride in their work and showcasing their skills have been trying to build the better stone wall for as long as landowners have been hiring them to stack the rocks picked from their fields. Stone-wall builders have had plenty of practice as farmers have
A stone wall story with a twist STORY AND PHOTOS BY MARSHALL HUDSON
Farther down the road, the stone wall again leaps up in the air, arcs like a mini-rain bow and comes crashing down on its end, creating the appearance that the wall dived underground and left a void beneath itself. With its perpendicular edges and flush square faces, the construction of this stone wall resembles a long line of giant Rubik’s Cubes placed in seamless alignment until reaching the midpoint twist. At the twist, each side rolls over 90 degrees in a slow, graceful turn. The top of the wall becomes the road face, the road face becomes the wall bottom, and the bottom becomes the backside of the wall. It then continues down the road as though nothing spectacular had just happened. This dry-laid wall has no mortar at the joints and no hidden super glue holding the stones in their unnatural position. The transitions into and out of the twist are so gradual that it has an almost optical-illusion appearance. How was the builder able to do that and why?
Napoleon favored pursuing the fleeing Russian army. If he could catch it and de stroy it, there would be nothing to prevent him from taking Moscow and securing his empire to the east. His generals advised against this. Winter was approaching, and the French army was not provisioned for a Russian winter. To Napoleon’s west in Spain, rebel upris ings were trying to overthrow the Spanish government, which had allied itself with the conquering French emperor. Napoleon’s military advisors favored returning to France, reoutfitting the army, putting down the Spanish rebellion, and then returning to face the Russians the following spring.
If this Napoleon legend is true, then could the ultimate cause-and-effect reason why I’m now standing in the middle of a New Hampshire backroad, looking at a skillfully constructed rotating stone wall ... be because of a freak snowstorm in Prussia during the fall of 1807? Or is that just twisted logic? NH
Napoleon, exhausted from the day’s battle, announced he would sleep on the two op tions and decide in the morning. The next morning, the weather dawned miserably cold and wet with a freak early-season snowstorm. Rather than march his army towards Moscow and a cold Russian winter, Napoleon decided to turn toward the warmer climate and moved his army into Spain to combat the dissent.
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 35 and the wool of the Merino was finer and softer than the itchy, scratchy wool of the English sheep. Suddenly, there was significant money to be made on the rocky subsistence farms. New Hampshire farmers expanded their flocks with the new Merino breed and scrambled to clear more pastures and build enclosures. Removing rocks from hayfields and pastures and using those same rocks to erect stone walls achieved bothThisgoals.new Merino sheep had suddenly become available in America after centu ries of prohibition and strict control by the Spanish government. The quality of the Merino wool was so superior to the old English breeds that the Spanish govern ment had tried to limit the export of live Merino sheep, meaning Spain would be able to dominate the market for the desired Merino fleece bringing premium prices at the hungry woolen mills. This Spanish stranglehold on the Merino breed was broken, however, by an Ameri can diplomat named William Jarvis from Vermont. Jarvis was appointed by President Thomas Jefferson to serve as a U.S. consul in Portugal, and while stationed in Lisbon, he purchased a flock of some 4,000 Merino sheep. Jarvis smuggled his flock out of Spain, through Portugal, and across the ocean to his farm in Vermont. Jarvis was able to smuggle the sheep out of Spain by taking advantage of the political upheaval and disarray created during the military invasion of Spain by the French general Napoleon Bonaparte. Staying one step ahead of Napoleon’s advancing army, Jarvis purchased small flocks threat ened by the plundering French army and quickly moved them into Portugal and on to AVermont.storyis told that during the fall of 1807, after more than a decade of hostilities, Na poleon had taken control of most of Europe by conquest, treaty or forced alliance. The emperor general had just soundly defeated the Prussians and Austrians at the Battle of Friedland, and he had their allied Russian army bloodied, humbled and on the run back to Moscow. Napoleon held a council of war with his generals in the aftermath of the battle to decide how to proceed.
A touch of whimsy sets the mood for this uniquely peculiar specimen of stone-wall construction.
WHAT A WALL! Marshall Hudson is keeping the location of this stonework to himself to protect the privacy of the owners, but if you know of some similarly off-the-wall rock designs, send info to us at editor@nhmagazine.com.
If I am playing white, I start with one of several chess openings that evolves depending on what tactics my opponent uses against me.
I want to be a pro chess player one day and represent the U.S.A. in international tournaments. My dream is to play with Magnus Carlsen , who is the current world champion. I hope I will make my dream come true.
No, I haven’t seen the “Queen’s Gambit,” but my parents have. I’m not allowed to watch it yet.
Math is my favorite subject. I like puzzles and love working with cool Whennumbers.Ifirststarted playing chess, competing for me was nerve-wracking, but as I played more, it wasn’t as scary.
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It’s like each game is a multiverse of unexpected events.
Special thanks to Holly Gibson and Steve Martin for the use of the Kimball House at the Capitol Center for the Arts, John Elmore for arranging this interview, and Satya Vedula (dad) Jyotsna (mom) and Pranavi (sister) for all of the support regarding Hrishi.
Chess Whız
PHOTO AND INTERVIEW BY DAVID MENDELSOHN
White always goes first. Usually, a person who plays white has a small advantage of how to drive the game’s strategy. In tournaments, the tournament director decides who gets white and black for the first round. Subsequent rounds will usually have the colors alternating.
A great chess player can always find a way to win against their opponents, no matter how difficult the position is. They also have their own personal style of playing. Finally, they grow from mistakes made in their games, and keep cool even if they lose.
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Every game is so unique — it is its own universe of pawns, rooks, knights, bishops and a queen working hard to win for their king.
To become a great player, I recommend practicing chess puzzles, reading lots of chess books and analyzing games.
Chess is commonly played across a span that’s about half of the distance we were all expected to remain from one another during the past two pandemic years. John Elmore, president of the New Hampshire Chess Association, says Covid had two effects on chess. “The first was negative, as over-the-board (OTB) chess events could not go forward due to restrictions on indoor gatherings,” he says. Regular events were curtailed, which hurt tournament attendance. “Fortunately,” he adds, “Covid coincided with ‘The Queen’s Gambit,’ creating a second effect that appears to have been positive. There were many people who, unable to go out and pursue entertainment, picked up online chess as a hobby during the pandemic. Many players, inspired by the Netflix series, have turned a year of working on their games online into a foray into the world of OTB chess. Indeed, we have seen that, as tournaments have resumed, we are seeing healthy turnouts at adult events.”
He’s consumed with everything Marvel, loves dogs and his mom’s cooking. He is also chess whiz, a prodigy, weighing in at a mere 80 pounds and having just turned 11. Meet Hrishi Vedula of Brentwood, a nationally ranked player who has been pushing his pawns around since the age of 4 and started racking up tournament points while still in kindergarten. He is endowed with exceptional abilities yet is still a child, playing gaga ball with his fifth-grade friends and watching Spiderman save the world. Hrishi, unswayed by all the adult attention, remains a grounded boy and a seriously great kid.
Alireza Firouzja and Magnus Carlsen are my heroes. Firouzja is the youngest player to cross a rating of 2800. Carlsen has the highest rating ever recorded.
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Having a poker face is important because it will hide your emotions — decreasing your opponent’s confidence. Your opponents won’t be able to read your strategy from your facial expression.
My parents say I started when I was 4 ½ years old, but I’ve been playing chess for as long as I can remember. I just had my 11th birthday. I am studying fifth grade in the best school of New Hampshire, Swasey Central School in Brentwood.
The objective in chess is to checkmate (to capture) the opponent’s king.
It is full of strategy. I can visualize playing the moves and being on the board leading a team of fierce, brave warriors.
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MUSIC, LOVE,ACTION Celebrating 24 years of faith, family and fun with SoulFest at Gunstock Mountain Resort ⟵;:⟶
A variety of merchandise vendors, exhibitors and food trucks gather at SoulFest every year.
The unspoken gratitude for a steady, safe place to return to and connect with community after a year of isolation and disruption is tangible. “It’s so good to be back,” a gentle-
Humid late-summer heat clouds the parking lot at Gunstock Mountain Resort in Gilford on an early Friday in August 2021 as SoulFest attendees slowly flock to the mountain from cars and camping spots alike. A woman laughs as she ziplines above me while her friends cheer her on in the distance, and a group of teenagers, trading stories about singing along to Lecrae the night before, rush past me and my friends. The sense of excitement and the air of anticipation at the welcome center is reminiscent of an airport arrival gate, full of the bustle of reunion hugs and the hustle of future adventures. Family and friends new and old, spanning ages and generations, gather around the mountain base to make plans for the day ahead — like which stage and workshop they want to visit first — some of them planning their second day in the annual three-day fest, and others eagerly looking forward to their first. Music and the aroma of pad Thai, fried dough, and steak and cheese subs beckon attendees to venture up the hill to the main stage area where the heart of the Christian festival lives and begins.
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The “cross ministry” invites people to hammer a nail as an exercise of rededication and belief that they are now able to live free.
42 New Hampshire Magazine | August 2022 man says to a vendor, smiling as he peruses his table of pamphlets and T-shirts. “I know, it’s so good to see you all again,” the vendor replies. The atmosphere of belonging fueled by the love of God keeps Granite Staters and visitors from around the country coming back year after year, myself included. High school memories of staking out “our spot” in the shade with friends at the Revival stage, and visiting the nonprofit To Write Love on Her Arms booth before jamming out to For King & Country flood my mind as I walk the grounds. While I, and many others, have grown and changed over the years between festivals, the SoulFest invitation has always remained the same: Come as you are and be who you are, but be transformed by living inside out as soul-connected, risk-taking believers in God’s“Ourlove.hope since starting this festival is that our message would sink in at a soul level and people would leave the weekend changed,” says SoulFest founder and producer Dan Russell. “Whether it’s through connecting with local artists at the Deeper Well Stage, holding a candle during our Candlelight Service, camping with your youth group for the weekend, attending a Soul University workshop, engaging with one of our ministry partners, or hammering a nail into the cross and leaving your failures behind, everything that we do points to the belief that God’s love is real, for everyone, prevails, and is unconditional.” The first strings of love, history and music were played by Russell as he walked around Gunstock in 1998 with a guitar, the setting emanating God’s creation and the creativity that would one day be set free within it. “I was born in New Jersey, but my parents are from Maine. We took trips up the Kancamagus Highway growing up, and my kids all attended summer camps around New Hampshire, so I know first-hand how special this state is,” recalls Russell. “I noticed that most ski mountains didn’t have much happening in the summer after working at Loon Mountain for many years, so I took my acoustic guitar over to Gunstock and walked around playing it. I knew immediately that it was the venue for SoulFest — it would be the perfect stage for us to bring forward unconditional love by our Creator.” In 1998, Russell stood on stage between musical acts in front of a crowd of 5,000 to pray and share his desire to connect people to their own souls, inspiring them to use the
photo Far left: Chairlift rides to the top of the mountain are one of the many activities available during festival weekend.
Left: The Deeper Well stage is a base-level acoustic stage at the entrance that features morning workshops, worship and more.
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Bottom: The Songwriter's Circle is hosted daily at Mercy Street with multiple artists of varying genres.
Tim Messina owes a lot of memories to his time spent at SoulFest but none as sweet as his own company, Events United, being The message to all at Soulfest: Come as you are and be who you are, but be transformed from the inside out as soul-connected, risk-taking believers in God’s love. Attendees share prayer needs and pray for the requests of others at the True Love wall.
44 New Hampshire Magazine | August 2022 love within them to stand up for the least of these. Now, 24 years later, he shares the same mission and message with the rest of his team in front of crowds of over 8,000 alongside local talent and headliners like Rend Collective, Casting Crowns, Zach Williams, Skillet and more. The sense of togetherness felt from the microphone at the main stage to the hill at the mountaintop extends far beyond the crowds of heartbeats between them — it starts with the behindthe-scenes-team-turned-family that invites them“Ourthere.team is small but mighty,” says Russell. “A lot of our current staff started at SoulFest as part-time employees, volunteers, attendees and college interns, and now they are on-staff producers and managers. Not only is this a great training place for local artists to start and move on to bigger places like Nashville, but it’s a great place for talent of all kinds to get the attention they deserve and jumpstart their careers.”
My company has grown since its inception in 2008, and we now have 35 employees and run all the production for the larger stages at the Messinafestival.”and Russell work together to align their visions and values for what the festival is and will continue to be, a place with purpose behind the music. “SoulFest is always an event that we look forward to as a company,” says Messina. “Most of our staff comes, and we spend six days having barbecues and campfires at our production compound backstage — it’s like a reunion every year for those who attend and those who get to work it. It’s great to be able to see friends and all come together to do something that affects thousands outside of it.” Staff and attendees aren’t the only ones who see the value of the event. Local artists like Ben Laine keep coming back for the love that fills the weekend. “There is a contagious, electric excitement surrounding it that you can’t help but want to be a part of it,” says Laine. “Every single year, I leave the festival with a sense of newness. Being surrounded by so many friends and family who are all gathered to worship is like a spiritual kickstart. The amount of blessing that pours out from the artists and speakers is truly unmatched and makes SoulFest the household name in the area that it is.”
Thousands gather at the Revival Stage each year for music by award-winning Christian artists as well as local artists.
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 45 born from it. “I went to the festival as an attendee in 2007, and I happened to be standing near one of the stages when one of the artists heard that I had an audio engineer background and asked me to fix the sound at it,” recalls Messina. “Dan [Russell] happened to be behind me and heard my mix, and asked if I would run one of the stages the following year, and the rest is history.
Headliners like Matt Maher and Crowder look forward to attending the festival every year for the ability to reflect the goodness of God and the authentic beauty of the church both on and off the stage. “From our smaller local artists to the bigger names who take the stage over the course of the weekend, we love being able to serve them and make sure their time with us is just a small amount of God’s heart mirrored back to them,” says SoulFest Associate Producer Renna Muhieddin. “Our hope is to create a comfortable environment for them that fosters community and creativity. Whether we are making taco bowls or lobster fritters for our artists at 11 p.m., everyone is always taking care of and looking out for eachIt’sother.”hardto miss the current of service moving throughout the weekend and the hunger for connection satiated by the depth of its community. “Community is what drew me to work for SoulFest in 2016,” recalls Muhieddin. “I first went to the festival in 2004, and after seeing how moved people were by the live experience and energy of everyone around them, I remember thinking, ‘I have to do this.’” Muhieddin was asked to stay on full time a few months after starting in a part-time role, and she now works on the festival layout and production map, coordinates vendors, and works to ensure the core focus of community, connection and feeding people’s souls. “We all work hard to get people involved with the community every year and that is what brings repeat attendees back,” notes Muhieddin. “There’s something powerful in the experience of being onsite, connecting with that family in the tarp next to you and meeting someone in the food vendor line who lives in your town.” While many visit for just one day, the majority make a vacation out of the experience. “There are those who stay at hotels and those who stay at the campground, including our volunteers,” says Muhieddin. “Our campsites often sell out months in advance of the festival. Churches will often buy a few campsites and do church services for their group. Campers love having the opportunity to be able to wake up early and coordinate schedules with new neighbors
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Despite the challenges, last year’s event, though different, was still a hopeful one.
many beautiful ways you get a glimpse of how God is moving throughout the festival.”
46 New Hampshire Magazine | August 2022 while making morning plans to go to the mountaintop. There’s a sense of community in the campground and the volunteer campground that doesn’t exist for those who are just commuting in for a day. I know that I love having the quiet and solitude of being in nature, but being able to share that with others is what the festival is all about.” The conversations around the campfire continue into the weekend through other programs like Soul University, which offers a series of engaging workshops and seminars led by influential leaders in music, ministry, publications, nonprofit organizations and social responsibility. “We bring conversations to the forefront, and invite people to come and dig deeper into looking at identity and relationship to God or matters of injustice,” says SoulFest General Manager Vanessa“TheseAyersman.opportunities give us the space to ask ourselves how we want to show up at the forefront of and get involved in issues like the opioid epidemic, human trafficking, or giving a voice to the voiceless,” she adds. “Connecting with artists and ministry partners helps us to bring people together to share these messages and avenues where we can grow, learn and grow deeper with each other and in Ayersman’sfaith.”firstinteraction with SoulFest was as an intern for Eastern Nazarene College, which later led her to working for the festival in public relations in 2012 and to her current role as general manager in 2016. “I’ve been blessed to be able to see all sides of the festival over the years, from engaging with the audience to booking speakers to working with ministry partners,” says Ayersman. “Our 2022 partners like VisionTrust, Moody Center, Word of Life and more help us be better and do better, so we can understand God’s love, receive it and become better at sharing it.” Seminars and breakout sessions are offered each year to help attendees learn about topics such as finances or raising strong foster and adoptive homes. “Our goal is to give you opportunities between the music throughout the day to pop in and learn about something your local church or community doesn’t have access to. We love being able to educate you toward awareness and connect you with chapters of similar interest so you can take what you learned back to your state and get more plugged in,” says Ayersman. The power of soulful love in community is also tangible through onsite prayer walls, the true love exchange and a profound festival favorite, the cross ministry. “The physical cross is set up near the main stage for anyone to nail something to the cross that they are struggling with as a way for them to process, let go of that burden, and walk away living freely,” says Ayersman. “By the end of the weekend, it is filled with nails and flowers. People are praying over the weight that others are carrying and holding hands in celebration of those who are choosing to live life free. It’s one of the
“Even though we spent the summer operating at 50% of our usual internal staff and fewer volunteers than years past, it was inspiring watching how this event in particular was carried on the backs of so many people and how desperate people were to come together,” says Ayersman.
“God shows up through the people of God. As we stood onstage as a staff and The atmosphere of joyous belonging keeps attendees coming back year after year.
Festival friends and family join to spread “God's light” during the Candlelight Service.
August 4-6 24th Annual SoulFest 2022 Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford Grab your friends and family to celebrate SoulFest’s last year at Gunstock Mountain Resort. A new location for 2023 will be an nounced at SoulFest 2022. This year’s SoulFest will feature over 75 faith-inspired performers and speakers from multiple genres. Grammy and Dove awardwinning Christian artists include For King & Country, Crowder, and We the Kingdom. Also confirmed for the 2022 lineup is Anne Wilson, Skillet, Zach Williams, Colton Dixon, and Remedy Drive, among many others listed at thesoulfest.com. Unique to SoulFest, the Songwriter’s Circle will be hosted daily by Christopher Williams at the indoor stage known as Mercy Street, and will feature multiple artists of varying genres to perform together in the round, including notable artists Ben Fuller, Evvie McKinney, Peter Furler, Katy Nichole and others. The 2022 Soul University program will feature a morning stretch with biblical meditation, practi cal teaching on prayer and soul care, the annual panel addressing suicide prevention, plus a three-part series focused on human trafficking: vulnerability, victimization and victory. Attendees can participate in a variety of activities for all ages, including an open mic, a guided nature walk, shop faith-oriented and fair-trade vendors and exhibitors, play on inflatables, and enjoy outdoor group games like archery tag, cornhole and giant Jenga. Gunstock offers a zipline, mountain coaster, aerial treetop adventures, camping, swimming and hiking trails. thesoulfest.com
A cool evening breeze makes its way through the crowd, refreshing tired hearts and reviving weary souls as it clears the fog left behind from the heat of the day. Hands and voices lift as one in worship as the sound of peace echoes across the hill between the mountains. Blue and red lights from the stage bounce off the face of a young girl dancing in delight in the aisle, her dad close behind. A group of friends gather around the lit-up cross by the stage, hugging, praying and laughing. The energetic ambiance and holy setting under the stars radiate God’s presence. I smile looking at my friends and family singing on the picnic blanket in front of me, and Matthew 5:14 comes to mind: “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.”
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 47 watched everyone light their candles for the candlelight service, I kept thinking how important it was that we all keep showing up and lighting our candles, for ourselves and for each other. When someone else’s candle goes out, you go back and light it to keep it going. That’s the power of the gathered church and why we needed to gather togeth er in light of these times — to live as beacons of hope and light for God in a dark world.”
As the last song of the night comes to an end, I join my group in picking up my folding chair and cooler in preparation for the long trek back to the car. I pass people exchanging phone numbers, promising to stay in touch, and music still bumping from inside Mercy Street. “Hey, Lee, why do you keep coming to SoulFest after all of these years?” I ask my friend’s dad in between sharing our highlights from the day. “I love being able to share in this little slice of heaven over a weekend on Gunstock Mountain that brings smiles and joy to so many,” he says. “People are loving, kind, gentle and full of goodness. Our family experiences on this mountaintop were so positive over the years that SoulFest became a family tradition, and it will always provide wonderful memories.” I couldn’t agree more. NH Blanca gets the crowd moving during SoulFest 2021.
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Fire Towers ➼ EASY HIKES AND GREAT VIEWS LEAVE YOU FEELING LIKE YOU'RE ON TOP OF THE WORLD BY DAN SZCZESNY
Author Dan Szczesny’s daughter Uma after completing the hike to Pitcher Mountain fire tower in Stoddard
A strong, veteran hiker could tag all these summits in a long weekend. A family could take much longer. Each of these mountains, even if a mere hill, is as worthy a destination as their higher, White Mountain, cousins.
WE BEGIN EASY #1: Warner Hill, Derry We began with, by far, the easiest New Hampshire fire tower to reach, and one of the least visited. In the summer of 1930, using federal Emergency Relief Administration money, the state erected a new tower on the 605-foot hill, which at the time was a mostly treeless rise with unobstructed views all the way down to Boston andToday,beyond.the tower site is neither treeless, nor tranquil. To the right of the short, crum bling paved road to the tower, a dog kennel provides us with a nonstop cacophony of yips and “Daddy,howls.what is this place again?” Uma asks as we walk slowly up the road. I’ve left the car at the bottom, unsure how pitted the road is up ahead. The walk, though, is only perhaps a tenth of a mile. “Well, we’re hiking to a fire tower. That’s where forest rangers work, and they watch all the trees and call for help if they see a fire.”
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She takes this in silently. This is new territory for her, a new approach to the Author Dan Szczesny and his daughter Uma at Green Mountain fire tower in Effingham
LIKE HER DAD, my daughter enjoys lists — the discipline of checking off a little box, the ecstatic comfort of seeing and visiting it all. I understand. And so, when the adventure of visiting each active fire tower in New Hampshire presented itself, my choice of hiking partner seemed clear. The hikes to the fire towers are, for the most part, easy to moderate, accessible to the general public, offer excellent views for minor effort, and given my daughter’s adoration for bugs, seemed a perfect way to spend a summer. I had already climbed to several of the towers, in a few cases with my other, older “daughter” Janelle, when she and I spent a year climbing a hiking list called the 52 With a View. That adventure resulted in my first book, “The Adventures of Buffalo and Tough Cookie,” and the possibility of a second list to climb and a second book with a second daughter felt exactly perfect. While the new list was short, Uma’s age when we climbed them (4 to 5) made a big difference. When Janelle was climbing, she was 9 to 10, allowing her at times to become almost a hiking partner. A 4-year-old, it turns out, needed different incentive and guidance.Itdidn’t take us long, though, to figure each other out, to become an adventure team, and I began to marvel to at how focused my daughter’s concentration could become if she was in the zone. On those days when we created a routine, took our time, made the hike about the journey instead of the summit, we were able to walk with clouds under our feet. As it turned out, so many of the lessons I learned on that first round of hikes with a 10-year-old applied to a 5-year-old. Don’t rush. Learn the ground. Bring snacks. Let her tell me how she feels.
For nearly a century, generations of people have been climbing these little mountains to look out over the same landscape, to bear witness to the rolling hills and find the smoke. To protect the land. And now we’re part of that line of explor ers, and soon you will be as well. The hot steel and long views are waiting for you. Bring a picnic blanket, strap on your binoculars, and see for yourself!
So, over the course of about a year, in the middle of an unprecedented global pandem ic, my daughter and I took refuge amid the steel beams of fire towers, sheltering as high as we could, as often as was safe, with snacks and dirty fingernails and a desire only to see the world above the trees as purely as we were able. In some cases, we drove. In others, we hiked. In all, we found a way to slow down, to appreciate history. And I marveled as my tiny hiker became stronger and more accomplished.
I sit down on the warm rock next to her and my daughter pulls herself away from the views only long enough to sit in my lap. And there we stay for a while, surrounded by the great blue ghost, tower forgotten.
And“It“That’saccomplishment.”forme?”is,”Isay,“youearnedit.”so,onthe1,748dayof her life, Uma strides under that hiking pole arch like it had been a day she was training for all her life. And in some ways, it was. Our companions applaud and my daughter beams, the center of attention, the center of the universe. Uma takes in the view at the Red Hill fire tower in Moultonborough.
WE EARN OUR PATCH #5: Pack Monadnock, Temple On this, our fifth journey to a fire tower, we are in Miller State Park, having driven up to the summit of 2,288-foot Pack Monadnock. The park today is jammed with hikers and tourists. Nearly every picnic table is crowded. But we don’t care because today is special.
The dogs howl, and the sun warms our backs, and before long we turn left off the road, and there it is. Uma tilts her head as far back as she can to take in the whole 40-foot tower. She pauses for the briefest of instants before breaking into a run. Over her shoulder she yells, “We can climb up, right?!” So up we go. She hits the bottom set of thin stairs at a run, and I struggle to keep up with her.
I kneel down next to her and follow her“Whatfinger.do you see, baby?” “Just look!” And I realize she’s not pointing at any one thing but rather at everything. She’s pointing at the view, this place of height and long sight, a rock visited by hundreds of thousands of peo ple over the years. And now, a small girl, far above the treetops, experiencing, perhaps, her first real moment of awe.
We are having a moment at the summit of Mount Kearsarge about 100 feet west of the fire tower. There’s been a tower atop Mount Kearsarge for years before the state parks on either side of the mountain had been established. The tower has had a phone line since 1933. For many years, there was a hotel on the summit. But my daughter knows nothing of this and doesn’t even appear to be interested in the tower, shimmering in the blue-sky day. She steps slowly up to a nearby ledge, the summit wind threatening to lift her sunhat off her head, and looks out over the forest. She spins fully around. “Daddy, look,” she says pointing.
BLUE GHOST #3: Mount Kearsarge South, Wilmot/Warner
Today, according to the rules laid out by the New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands, after tagging five towers, Uma can collect a Fire Lookout Tower Quest Patch. We’ve invited several of our hiker friends to celebrate the occasion, including Ken Bennett, a local hiker and one of the nicest guys on the planet. “Shall I get the arch ready?” he asks with a wink. Ken knows his way around hiker tradi tions. The earning of a patch upon the comple tion of a hiking list requires a very particular ceremony.Thehiking group lines the area in front of the steps leading up to the tower, and they all lift their hiking poles and sticks to form an“Whatarch. are they doing, Daddy?” Uma asks. I pull her close. “When a hiker is about to earn her patch, all her friends create a tunnel she has to walk through to celebrate such an amazing
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 51 outdoors and to the forest — the beginnings of her understanding that even here, there is management, that we play a role in how the outdoors looks and how it relates to our connection to the trees.
“Daddy!” She’s breathless. “We’re as high as the Indeed.trees!”We are also alone up here, surrounded by the warm metal and tops of trees. I lay out a picnic blanket, break out our strawberries and cookies, and we feast. We are barely 650 feet into the air, but we may as well be on the top of the world.
The state program offers hikers a certificate and patch if they visit five active towers around theBesidesstate. the education element of the fire tower program, the state is gearing up to give the public a truly hands-on experience. Thanks to funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, the Division of Forest and Lands will be renovating several of the towers this year as well as four of the old watchman cabins near them.
The Weeks Act provided both preserva tion and management of the many acres of land that eventually fell under its jurisdic tion. Loggers and railroad tycoons could continue to use the resources within reason, while at the same time, nature lovers and tourists would have access to the beauty of the landscape. All this seems obvious today, but around 1900, any glimpse at photo graphs from the White Mountain area made lungs with the air of this moment of grace and expel it into a sacred bottle later, magic air of a moment of connection between my daughter and the peculiar nature of a 5-yearold conducting a symphony of grasshoppers under the steel beams of a nearly half-centu ry-old fire tower. My daughter stands on a 2,000-foot plat form in the middle of time. She waves her arms and her orchestra of grasshoppers — one of the oldest living herbivorous insects, dating back 250 million years to the early Triassic — rise up and sing, their tiny yellow, brown and brilliant green wings giving voice to the Andmountain.Iwonderif this hike will be Uma’s power hike, the one that creates the future
First-year lookouts like state Forestry Aide Alton Hennessy are undergoing trial by fire on the job. Hennessy is one of the lookouts atop Mount Cardigan, one of the most popular of the tower destinations in the state, and he explains that being a lookout during a busy fire season requires a significant amount of skill, patience and an un derstanding of how the equipment, and fire, work. Here’s what happens when a lookout sees smoke: First, they use a device called an Osborne Fire Finder to gain an azimuth (or measurement) of where the smoke is in relation to the tower. Then they use a topographical map to confirm that location. Other nearby towers are contacted to work together to triangulate the smoke to gain a more precise location. Finally, the tower will call the local fire dispatch center nearest to where the smoke is and the local fire fighters will head out.
“A super-famous guy used to live here,” I say. “Somebody who helped us preserve all these forests and the fire towers.”
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“I get to meet people from all over the country and the world, and I get to hear their stories and they get to ask about what we do and how we do it,” he says. “And I get to promote the Fire Tower Quest Program as well.”
Chief of the Forest Protection Bureau Steven Sherman points out that while the actual work of finding fires and directing crews is critical to the work of tower watchmen, the education element of being up there in the towers meeting families and hikers plays an important role as well.
IT ALL BEGINS WITH JOHN WEEKS
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“Who lives here, Daddy?” Uma asks. She’s skipping over a wide area of the grounds that used to be a tennis court for the vast estate. My wife and I hold hands as we stroll through the trails and property, there in the North Country, on a mild bluebird-sky day.
“How?” She’s only half interested, focused instead on the acorns and orange leaves scattered along the trail. “Well,” I say, “he helped get a law passed that ...” My wife is laughing. I’ve lost my daughter’s interest. Uma is staring up at an abandoned bird nest in a nearby poplar, maybe 10 feet off the ground. I must admit that the bird’s nest is deeply more attractive than any old bill some long-past politician couldStill,write.when the Weeks Act was signed into law by President Taft on March 1, 1911, the sweeping consequences of the legislation would immediately be felt, and continues to be felt more than a century later.
Finding Smoke A day in the life of a fire tower watchman
There is a routine and a rhythm to being a fire watcher, a finder of smoke. This past May, an extremely dry air mass swept through New Hampshire, drying out the ground cover of leaves, needles and grass. The dry weather, compounded by relatively low humidity, led to a rash of late-spring forest fires, including several large ones in touristy areas of the White Mountains.Thishasled to the state’s 15 active fire towers being staffed more than usual, and has kept fire watchmen on their toes.
There are not a few grasshoppers, or even many, at the hot, ledge-lined summit of Red Hill, there are legion. Uma steps up onto the rocks under the fire tower, gently, like walking in slow motion, and spreads her arms wide — a tiny Moses. And the creatures respond. Dozens of them, hundreds, lift up into the air, miniature, bristling helicopters, their collective wings clack,“Daddy,”clacking.she whispers, “Daddy, Daddy ...” unable to put her joy into words. But I can. Watching her drift through this wave of clattering grasshoppers is an epiph any. I hold my breath, like I could fill my woman, the moment that sharpens her resolve. The one where she begins to be something more than my daughter. The one where she begins to be Uma. But now, she just turns to me, lowering her hands as the grasshoppers fall back to the stone and the concert subsides, and all that remains is her wide grin and the plaintive cry of a forgotten cicada.
#10: Prospect Mountain, Lancaster Watching my daughter play in the considerable shadow of The Weeks Estate atop Prospect Mountain is a form of time travel. Without the stuffy Lancaster native and Massachusetts congressman, this book, the Northeast fire tower history and indeed the White Mountain National Forest would, at best, look very different today. Perhaps, in fact, those things might not exist at all.
#8: Red Hill, Moultonborough
“We plan to offer the watchman cabins for rental by the public so they can experience the adventure of staying at these remote locations,” Chief Sherman says. That’s good news to both the public, and to tower watchman alike. “It’s always nice to hear the surprised voices of visitors when they see the tower and say, ‘Oh, look, the tower’s open!’” says Hennessy.
“Fire Lookouts serve as ambassadors for New Hampshire and our fire prevention programs,” he says. “They educate visitors about being safe with fire and about the importance of our forests and the need to protect them.” To Hennessy, that’s one of the best aspects of the job, especially at a high-traffic mountain like Mount Cardigan.
“Once they’re on their way, I’ll continue to watch the smoke and help make sure they are heading in the right direction,” Hennessy says. “I can also help inform local responders as to what the smoke activity is and what color, volume and density.” Hennessy is particularly knowledgeable about the characteristics of fire and smoke because he also works for the town of Canaan as an EMT and fire department captain. “The skill sets definitely overlap,” he says.
nhmagazine.com | August 2022 53 it clear how badly stripped the mountains had become, and how polluted and choked with silt the streams and rivers were.
We three explorers take a seat on a lookout Mount Kearsarge South fire tower
For my daughter on this day, there’s not much of interest with the tower. There are no stairs to climb. No views to attain. We do have lunch though, and that provides one moment of connection to this place.
Over the years, nearly 40 national forests, including Green Mountain, Pisgah and Allegheny, have been created out of the act. And most importantly for the little girl now running toward the peculiar stone fire tower on the grounds, the act provided money and instruction for the cooperation between state and federal authorities to develop and maintain fire-control measures.
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The Mount Kearsarge North fire tower, currently used as an observation deck, provides a 360-degree view.EYESTONERYANBYPHOTO
One of those measures? Well, fire towers, of course. In New Hampshire, eight of the currently active fire towers were established within 12 years of the act being passed.
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Women lookouts are still working to make their mark
When the WOOFS Looked for Smoke
On April 20, 1943, 32 people showed up at the Gale River CCC Camp in Littleton to begin a threeday fire tower guard and lookout training program for the upcoming season. Over the next three days, they would study com pass and map reading, fire-suppression methods, and radio and telephone communications. But this class, which was split into four groups, was different. In this class, for the first time, Group D consisted of all women. They would come to be known as WOOFS (Women Observers of the For est), and they would become the first five women in New Hampshire to step into a role thought of by many as the exclusive universe of the rugged backwoodsman. News reports of the time often grouped the five together, a “unique troupe taking on these strange tasks,” wrote the Littleton Courier. The New York Times even suggested that “danger abounds” for these women from bears and light ning, as though those dangers didn’t exist for men. This was all very curious to the women fire tower rangers from the West, who had been spotting fires since 1913, when Hallie Morse Daggett became the first woman fire tower lookout and began working at Eddy’s Gulch Lookout Station atop Klamath Peak in California. Still, New Hampshire’s first women lookouts took it all in stride. When asked about her role as a tower lookout, Maude Bickford of Tilton skipped any drama and simply told a reporter, “I like the work.” Though one would think the natural progression of women in towers would ramp up after that first class of five, that wasn’t the case. Through about 2012, only about 30 women had served as wardens or watchmen in the towers. For example, between 1911 and 1962 when it was torn down, only one woman, Barbara Mortensen, served as a warden atop Pine Mountain. Mortensen was one of the original class of five. In recent years, however, the ratio of women fire wardens appears to be leveling out. One woman warden who helped pave the way for today’s tainatopLothrop1998years,ForKayrnwatchersfemaleisLothrop.about14betweenand2012,workedPitcherMouninStoddard.She was working at the tower on 9-11. Today, she’s a state firefighter in Massachusetts. “All I remember telling my councilor in high school was that I didn’t want a job where I had to sit behind a desk,” Lothrop says. “My dad was involved with the forest fire association and he always believed I could do anything, so that’s where it started.” She grew up in Nelson and became a firefighter there before applying for a job as a state forestry aide. “There I was, in a warehouse next to the Concord bus line, with five rangers and the chief sitting at a huge desk and a map on the wall looking where they were going to put us,” she says. “I grew up on Pitcher Mountain, but they could have put us anywhere.” But by the end of that hiring session, she had been selected to serve her hometown mountain. Meanwhile, 90 miles away on the northern end of Lake Winnipesaukee, Fire Tower Watchman Kelley Brown has been looking for smoke from Red Hill Fire Tower since 2020. Her position is unique, since her tower is owned and managed by Moultonborough instead of the State. She doesn’t have the official status other wardens have, but she does the same work. Plus, since the town emphasizes public awareness of the role of fire tower, Brown gets to have some fun that other watchers can’t. She had T-shirts and stickers made. And during the holidays, she comes up to decorate her tower with lights. And on some days, you’ll find Brown’s pup, Willa, hanging out at the tower with“I’mher.the person that absolutely loves being on the hill,” she says. “It fills my soul in a way that other things can’t.”
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A time-lapse photo creates a night sky swirl of stars at Pitcher Mountain.
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WIND AT OUR BACKS #15: Cardigan, Orange I watch my 5-year-old stomp up the trail toward Mount Cardigan, the final climb on our active-fire-tower list, and I marvel at my life’s trajectory. We cross little streams on bridges, kick our way through the piles of orange and yellow fallen leaves, and twist and turn along the winding trail until the ledges start be coming more prominent and the trees turn to scrub and bush. “Daddy, what’s that?” She crooks her head upward toward the summit and we can hear it — the wind. Being above the trees inside a fire-tower platform in the wind is something different from what we’re about to experi ence. Even atop Kearsarge, as bare a summit as that mountain has, the weather was mild, the wind nonexistent. Not here. I know thatCardigan’ssound. bare, expansive summit — the result of a series of forest fires from the 1850s — offers hikers unlimited, wide-open views. But in bad weather, this mountain can be as treacherous as any one of her 4,000-foot sisters. “That’s the wind, baby,” I say. “But don’t worry, we’re ready for it!”
nhmagazine.com 2022 55 bench, pull our hoods tight against the wind, and unpack peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and chocolate. We watch the clouds roll over the distant hills and talk about spiders and bird nests and towers touching the sky. “You could see a fire from here pretty good, Daddy,” Uma says. And I think, from here, next to my daugh ter and wife, I can see it all.
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The shadow of the fire tower on Blue Job Mountain (an easy, family-friendly hike) in Farmington
A week after we completed our initial quest, we turned our attention to the New Hampshire Past and Present Fire Tower List, a collection of 100 destinations that have active towers, old towers converted to observation lookouts or summits that used to have a tower on them. This is a tough list, featuring several long, difficult hikes to 4,000-footers like Cannon Mountain, Mount Cabot or Mount Bond. But the list also featured some beautiful, small, off-the-beaten-path and town hikes. As I write this, we have 24 tower summits under our belts, nearly a quarter of the way there. And through it all, my daughter has led with ferocity, her head always turned up ward, eyes searching for a tower there above theWetrees.walk on, my little adventurer and I, each of us keeping the other young, each of us following our paths together. There will come a day — perhaps as you read this, that day will already have happened — when my wife and both daughters will form a team. Perhaps just my two daughters will retrace my steps. Until then, the steel and stairs continue to call to my tiny stomper. And I will follow her to all the fire towers at the ends of the earth. NH Author Dan Szczesny’s new book, “Where There’s Smoke: On the Trail to New Hampshire’s Fire Towers,” arrives in 2023. Learn more at danszczesny.com.
EPILOGUE
I pull her off the trail into a scrubby area where we can prepare. We gear up with a heavy winter coat and gloves, and a pink bunny rabbit baclava for her. I pull out my own down and heavy gloves. And for a few minutes, we sit in the crook of a scrubby pine tree to have some snacks and get ready for what’s ahead. I sit with my back to the trail and she climbs into my lap, and there we are, a little team powering up on cookies and jerky and Finally,strawberries.beforeweare about to head up, and as I did all those years ago with Janelle, I kneel down before my daughter to be eye level and say, “I want you to know how proud I am of you and of how hard you worked to get here. Pay attention to this and remember what you’ve accomplished today, OK?” She smiles and nods and I pull her tight into a hug. “Are you ready?” I whisper into her ear. “Let’s go!” she yells, and we’re off.
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Sylvia A. Christian Granite Family Dentistry 1558 Hooksett Rd., Ste. 4 granitefamilydentistry.com(603)Hooksett485-4855 Cara A. Coleman Coleman Family Dental Care One Overlook Dr., Ste. A-3 colemanfamilydentalcare.com(603)Amherst673-4102
Richard B. Hanson 505 West Hollis St., Ste. 211 hansondds.net(603)Nashua880-9000
Hubert W. Hawkins IV Dr. Hugh’s Dental 209 Cottage St., Ste. 1 drhughsdental.com(603)Littleton444-4141
Matthew S. Heimbach Abenaki Dental Care One Hampton Rd., Ste. 305 abenakidentalcare.com(603)Exeter583-4533
Bryan R. Hoertdoerfer Hoertdoerfer Dentistry 4 Elliot Way, Ste. 306 bruinsdentist.com(603)Manchester669-1251
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Anne B. Filler Windham Family Dentistry 31 Lowell windhamsmiles.com(603)WindhamRd.898-2072
Diana T. Carrillo Grace Family Dentistry 143 Airport Rd. gracefamilydentistry.com(603)Concord225-6650
Whitney E. Goode Goodwin Community Health 311 Route goodwinch.org(603)Somersworth108749-2346
Michael J. Hochberg Greater Nashua Dental Connections 31 Cross St. connection.orggreaternashuadental-(603)Nashua879-9314
Audrey A. Herod Merrimack Dental Associates 382 Daniel Webster Hwy. merrimackdental.com(603)Merrimack424-6131
Richard T. Dumas Dover Dental Associates Two Ridge St. (603)Dover doverdental.net743-3500
Richard A. Calvin Calvin Dental Associates 25 Buttrick Rd., Ste. A-2 newenglanddentalgroup.com(603)Londonderry434-2700
Kristen Harvey White Park Dental 102 Pleasant St., Ste. 3 whiteparkdental.com(603)Concord225-4143
Joseph Cariello Dovetail Dental Associates 282 Route 101 dovetaildental.com(603)Amherst673-6526
Carol M. Haddad 313 Canal drhaddad.com(603)ManchesterSt.627-6826
William Devaney Portsmouth Dental 230 Lafayette Rd., Ste. 2 portsmouthdental.com(603)Portsmouth436-7603
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Debra M. Dunn Bedford Village Dental 4 Bell Hill Rd. bedfordvillagedental.com(603)Bedford472-8381
Michael R. Dion 24 Pinkerton St. (603)Derry diondmd.com434-0040
David B. Chan Wellspring Dental Group 57 Northeastern Blvd., Ste. 201 wellspringdentalgroup.com(603)Nashua521-8411
Nick I. Fleury Circle Dental 173 New Hampshire Route 104, Ste. circledentalnh.com(603)MeredithA515-4060
Timothy J. Goslee Great Bay Dental Care 48 North Main St. greatbaydentalcare.com(603)Newmarket659-3341
Salvatore F. Colletta Nashua Smile Makers 76 Allds St. nashuasmilemakers.com(603)Nashua882-3727
Bruce R. Courtney, Jr. 920 2nd brucecourtneydmd.com(603)ManchesterSt.668-7494
Robert Fromuth Fromuth and Langlois Dental 765 South Main St., Ste. 102 manchesterbedforddentist.com(603)Manchester931-4137
Curtis Hansen Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
E. Thomas Hastings Hastings Dental Health 116 Monadnock Hwy. hastingsdentalhealth.com(603)Swanzey357-7707
TOP VOTE-GETTER: DENTISTRY Daphnie Mercado • Chestnut Family Dental
Elizabeth DiBona DiBona Dental Group 19 Hampton Rd., Ste. 11 drmarkdibona.com(603)Exeter772-4352
Ernani S. Domingo Bay St. Family Dental 33 Bay baySt.familydental.com(603)ManchesterSt.624-1342
James P. DeLeo IV Chestnut Family Dental 745 Chestnut St. chestnutfamilydental.com(603)Manchester622-7173
Neil S. Hiltunen North Hampton Dental Group 2 Juniper Rd. North Hampton (603) northhamptondentalgroup.com964-6300
Ashleigh F. Jones Lakes Region Dental Care 25 Country Club Rd. lakesregiondentalcare.com(603)Gilford524-8250
John C. Machell 505 West Hollis St., Ste. 202 johncmachelldmd.com(603)Nashua882-9881
Christopher S. Moriarty Generations Dental Care Nine Triangle Park Dr., Ste. 3 generationsdental.com(603)Concord225-6331
Kenneth J. Kalil Kalil Dental Associates 25 Indian Rock Rd., Ste. 1 kalildental.com(603)Windham434-0090
Tara Levesque-Vogel Levesque Dentistry 193 Kinsley St. levesquefamilydentistry.com(603)Nashua882-7578
Jay A. Nesvold Atlantic Family Dental 278 Lafayette Rd., Building E atlanticfamilydental.com(603)Portsmouth430-9009
Tamatha L. Johnson Brentwood Dental Designs 1 Brickyard Square, Ste. 5 bddnh.com(603)Epping932-6162
Barry F. McArdle 118 Maplewood Ave., Ste. B-7 mcardledmd.com(603)Portsmouth430-1010
Christina McCann Generations Dental Care 9 Triangle Park Dr., Ste. 3 generationsdental.com(603)Concord212-1914
Michelle Kalil Kalil and Kress Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 303 Amherst St. kalilandkress.com(603)Nashua880-7004
Kathleen R. Libby 505 West Hollis St., Ste. 211 hansondds.net(603)Nashua880-9000
Melissa A. Kennell Children’s Dentistry 369 Hounsell Ave., Ste. 1 childrensdentistnh.com(603)Gilford527-2500
Andy Janiga Center for Dental Excellence 74 Northeastern Blvd., Ste. 19 nashuadental.com(603)Nashua886-550
Joshua T. Osofsky Family Dental Care of Milford 154 Elm St. familydentalcareofmilford.com(603)Milford556-4399
Robert N. Marshall Aesthetic Dental Center 177 Pleasant St. aestheticdentalcenter.com(603)Concord224-1743
Michael J. Paisner Paisner Dental Associates 78 Northeastern Blvd., Ste. 5 drpaisner.com(603)Nashua883-6546
Eugene S. Hulshult Jr. 54 South St. drhulshult.com(603)Concord228-0123
Nicholas Kanelos Jr. Garrison Family Dental 801 Central Ave., Ste. 5 (603)Dover 742-8844
Puneet Kochhar Alliance for Dental Care 40 Winter St., Ste. 201 alldentalcare.com(603)Rochester332-7300
Brian T. Maguire North Hampton Dental Group 2 Juniper Rd. North Hampton (603) northhamptondentalgroup.com964-6300
Mark S. Morris Merrimack Smiles 22 Greeley St., Ste. 11 merrimacksmiles.com(603)Merrimack424-7676
Raymond Orzechowski Jr. 280 Pleasant St., Ste. 4 orzechowskiarndt.com(603)Concord228-4456
Thomas F. Burk • Greene, Torio, Madden, Decoteau & Burk
Joshua D. Howard JD Howard Dental 375 6th St. (603)Dover howarddental.com749-0636
B. Chandler Jones Lakes Region Dental Care 25 Country Club Rd. lakesregiondentalcare.com(603)Gilford524-8250
Heidi Lindner Kurland Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
Barton E. McGirl 30 High yoursleepdentist.com(603)HamptonSt.758-6000
Brindha Natarajan Towne Square Dental 12 Parmenter Rd., Ste. B-2 mylondonderrydentist.com(603)Londonderry432-7771
David A. Ness 8 Clark Way, Ste. A (603)Somersworth692-2045
Praveen K. GovindaiahMandera New Hampshire Family Dentistry 2626 Brown Ave. nhfamilydentist.com(603)Manchester625-1877
Matthew C. Leighton Ponemah Crossing Dental 102 Ponemah Rd., Ste. 2 clarkandleighton.com(603)Amherst673-7950
Samuel J. Lemeris Greatview Dental 14 Hampton Rd. (603)Exeter778-9630
Nellita M. Manley Piscataqua Dental Partners 288 Lafayette Rd., Building A piscataquadental.com(603)Portsmouth431-4559
TOP VOTE-GETTER: ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Jennifer A. McConathy Cochecho Dental 51 Webb Place, Ste. 200 (603)Dover cochechodental.com617-4492
Stephen L. Langlois Fromuth and Langlois Dental 765 South Main St., Ste. 102 manchesterbedforddentist.com(603)Manchester931-4137
Darcy A. Neveu 707 Milford Rd., Ste. 27 cardamoneandneveudental.com(603)Merrimack886-1976
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Alex L. McCulloch Grace Family Dentistry 143 Airport Rd. gracefamilydentistry.com(603)Concord225-6650
Lindsey M. O’Connor Goffstown Dental Associates 40 South Mast St. goffstowndental.com(603)Goffstown497-3656
Lauren R. Johnson New Boston Dental Care 52 High St. New newbostondentalcare.com(603)Boston487-2106
Beth A. Kress Kalil & Kress Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 303 Amherst St. kalilandkress.com(603)Nashua880-7004
Benjamin Irzyk Hometown Dental 85 Merrimac St. (603)Portsmouth436-6922
Jody B. Low 89 Locust St. (603)Dover drjodylow.com742-5805
James M. Nash North Hampton Dental Group 2 Juniper Rd. North Hampton (603) northhamptondentalgroup.com964-6300
Keith M. Levesque Levesque Dentistry 193 Kinsley St. levesquedentistry.com(603)Nashua882-7578
Julie J. Nash North Hampton Dental Group Two Juniper Rd. North Hampton (603) northhamptondentalgroup.com964-6300
John J. Maloney Jr. 4 Lake Shore Dr. drjawn.com(603)Seabrook474-9506
Franklyn Liberatore Nashua Riverfront Dentistry 60 Main St., Ste. 330 nashuariverfrontdentistry.com(603)Nashua886-2700
Donna L. Kalil Kalil & Kress Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 303 Amherst St. kalildental.com(603)Nashua880-7004
Sreemali Vasantha Souhegan Valley Dental 99 Amherst St. kenisondds.com(603)Milford673-1233
Lesleyann M. Splagounias Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
Vincent Trinidad Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
Janice E. Pilon 35 South Park St. deckerpilondental.com(603)Hanover643-5405
Laurie A. Rosato 6 Loudon Rd., Ste. 2 LaurieRosatoDMD.com(603)Concord228-9276
Muhenad Samaan Manchester Dental 30 Bay manchestercitydental.com(603)ManchesterSt.624-4147
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Angela J. Santavicca Santavicca Dental Professionals 367 Route 120 santaviccadental.com(603)Lebanon643-4142
Nicholas C. Rizos 103 Riverway Place, Building 1 drnickdmd.com(603)Bedford669-4384
Jeffrey R. Vachon Vachon Dental 57 Webster St. vachondental.com(603)Manchester627-2092
James V. Savickas 704 Milford Rd., Route 101-A jamessavickasdmd.com(603)Merrimack880-0712
Phebe C. Westbrook Applewood Family Dentistry 5 Commerce Way applewoodfamilydentistry.com(603)Barrington772-4352
Craig Rothenberg Vanguard Dental Group 19D Manchester Rd., Ste. 3 (603)Derry vanguarddentalgroup.com945-7252
Charles Pipilas 280 Main St., Ste. 311 (603)Nashua881-8280
Christopher N. Skaperdas Skaperdas Dental 101 Webster St. dentistnh.com(603)Manchester668-0244
Darren M. Phipps 125 Newport Rd. New newlondondentists.com(603)London526-6655
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Amanda Smith Nashua Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry One Trafalgar Square, Ste. 103 Nashuadentistry.com(603)Nashua880-3000
Jonathan C. Palazzo 1140 Somerville St. jonathanpalazzodmd.com(603)Manchester624-4313
Jini Shetty Dental Designs of New England 7 Continental Blvd. dentaldesignsofnewengland.com(603)Merrimack769-4327
Jonathan H. Terhune 58 Franklin St. (603)Franklin934-5503
Greg A. Perry Perry Family Dental Care 18 Elm St. perryfamilydentalcare.com(603)Antrim547-4059
James R. Rochefort 801 Central Ave., Ste. 5 (603)Dover dovernhdentist.com742-0711
Margaret I. Spargimino Hooksett Family Dental 2 Madison Ave. hooksettfamilydental.com(603)Hooksett668-5333
James R. Predmore 2 Buck Rd., Ste. 4 predmoredds.com(603)Hanover643-8300 Sree J. Raman Smiles by Design 222 River newhampshiresmiledentistry.com(603)ManchesterRd.669-6131
Paul Pasternack Granite Dental Group 8 Century Pines Dr. granitedentalgroup.com(603)Barrington664-7850
Jessica Peterson Peterson Family Dental 240 Locust St. (603)Dover petersonsfamilydental.com742-6546
Christiane M. Rothwangl Rothwangl Dental Care 174 State Route 101, Ste. 1 rothwangldentalcare.com(603)Bedford472-5733
Elizabeth S. Spindel Spindel General and Cosmetic Dentistry 862 Union elizabethspindel.com(603)ManchesterSt.669-9049 Victoria Spindel-Rubin Spindel General and Cosmetic Dentistry 862 Union elizabethspindel.com(603)ManchesterSt.669-9049
Curtis Thibeault Alton Bay Dental 291 Main St. (603)Alton altonbaydental.com855-2017
Denise Tong Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford944-9196
Stephen C. Ura Center for Dental Excellence 74 Northeastern Blvd., Ste. 19 nashuadental.com(603)Nashua886-5500
Richard E. Vachon Vachon Dental 57 Webster St. vachondental.com(603)Manchester627-2092
Joseph E. Sheehan 155 Dow St., Ste. 401 (603)Manchester623-0641
Stephan L. Peterson Peterson’s Family Dental 240 Locust St. (603)Dover petersonsfamilydental.com742-6546
Brittney Ward Core Physicians 5 Hampton Rd. corephysicians.org(603)Exeter773-4900
Judith A. Whitcomb Nashua Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry One Trafalgar Square, Ste. 103 nashuadentistry.com(603)Nashua880-3000 Sogole S. Moin
TOP VOTE-GETTER: ORTHODONTICS
Vicktor G. Senat Dovetail Dental Associates 282 Route 101, Unit 5 dovetaildental.com(603)Amherst673-6526
Michael St. Germain 42 Portsmouth Ave., Ste. A exeterdental.com(603)Exeter778-8101
Victor Stetsyuk Generations Dental Care 9 Triangle Park Dr., Ste. 3 generationsdental.com(603)Concord225-6331
David B. Staples Garrison Family Dental 801 Central Ave., Ste. 5 (603)Dover 742-8844
Jyoti Thapa Belknap Dental Associates 40 Chestnut St., Ste. 2 (603)Dover belknapdental.com742-4735
Hossein Vaez Goffstown Dental Associates 40 South Mast St. goffstowndental.com(603)Goffstown497-3656
Kelly B. Whelan Wellspring Dental Group 57 Northeastern Blvd., Ste. 201 wellspringdentalgroup.com(603)Nashua521-8411
Lora D. Selle Anchor Dental 2456 Lafayette Rd., Ste. 4 anchordentalnh.com(603)Portsmouth436-9908
Nathan A. Swanson Newmarket Dental 60 Exeter Rd., Ste. 105 newmarketdental.net(603)Newmarket659-3392
Jonas Westbrook Applewood Family Dentistry 5 Commerce Way (603)Barrington664 applewoodfamilydentistry.com2722
TOP VOTE-GETTER Thomas F. Burk APEX Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Implantology 39 Simon St., Unit 11, Nashua 15 Constitution Drive, Ste. 2B, Bedford (603) 883-4008, nashuaoms.com
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Corey F. Decoteau APEX Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Implantology 39 Simon St., Unit 11, Nashua 15 Constitution Drive, Ste. 2B, Bedford (603) 883-4008, nashuaoms.com
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Christopher A. King 801 Central Ave., Ste. 1 (603)Dover doveroms.com842-4222
Benjamin Farr APEX Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Implantology 39 Simon St., Unit 11, Nashua 15 Constitution Drive, Ste. 2B, Bedford (603) 883-4008, nashuaoms.com
Karen E. Crowley 12 Parmenter Rd., Unit A-2 (603)Londonderry437-7600
Richard J. Rosato Capitol Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery 6 Loudon Rd., Ste. 204 ccoralsurgery.com(603)Concord225-0008
Sotirios Diamantis Lowell, Nashua & Chelmsford Oral Surgery Associates 20 Cotton Rd., Ste. 202 lowelloralsurgery.com(603)Nashua595-9119
Louis F. Clarizio Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center 566 Islington St. drclarizio.com(603)Portsmouth436-8222
Jason Lee Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-0030
K. Drew Wilson Family Dental Care of Milford 154 Elm St. fdcmilford.com(603)Milford556-4399
Peter P. Reich White Birch Oral Surgery 44 Dover Point Rd., Ste. C (603)Dover whitebirchoralsurgery.com740-1414
Daniel H. DeTolla Seacoast Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Center 200 Griffin Rd., Ste. 8 seacoastoralsurgery.com(603)Portsmouth436-3608
Silvia Yue Bedford Dental Care 207 Meetinghouse Rd. bedforddentalcare.com(603)Bedford625-2193
D. Cameron Braasch NHOMS 33 Trafalgar Square, Ste. 201 drmoavenian.com(603)Nashua595-8889
David W. Yue Brar Family Dentistry 33 BRd. St. brardentalnh.com(603)Nashua889-0601
Rachel Madden APEX Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Implantology 39 Simon St., Unit 11, Nashua 15 Constitution Drive, Ste. 2B, Bedford (603) 883-4008, nashuaoms.com
Nader Moavenian NHOMS 33 Trafalgar Square, Ste. 201 drmoavenian.com(603)Nashua595-8889
Erik H. Young Derry Dental Associates 7 Peabody Rd. (603)Derry derrynhdental.com434-4962
Karen A. Young Derry Dental Associates 7 Peabody Rd. (603)Derry derrynhdental.com434-4962
Mark D. Abel Manchester Oral Surgery 27 Sagamore St. manchesteroralsurgery.com(603)Manchester622-9441
Dave C. Pak Seacoast Dental Implant & Oral Surgery Center 248 North Main St. seacoastoralsurgeryrochester.com(603)Rochester332-0818
Amy D. Field Lowell, Nashua & Chelmsford Oral Surgery Associates 20 Cotton Rd., Ste. 202 nashuaoralsurgery.com(603)Nashua595-9119
Salman Malik Granite State Oral Surgery 80 Nashua Rd., Building C granitestateoralsurgery.com(603)Londonderry432-3308
Charles H. Henry 40 Mechanic St. (603)Keene drhenrydds.com352-1973
Every year since 2006 Specialized Training in Wisdom Teeth Extractions & Placing Dental Implants Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial DigitalSurgeonsImaging, Scanning & 3D 2PrintingConvenient Locations in Nashua & Bedford, NH A. Jose Torio, DMD, MDCorey Decoteau, DMDThomas Burk, DMD, MD Rachel Madden, DMD, MDBenjamin Farr, DDS, MD www.apexomfs.cominfo@apexomfs.com603-883-4008 Formerly Greene & Torio, OMFS Why choose Apex OMFS? 39 Simon Street Unit 11, Nashua, NH 15 Constitution Drive, Suite 2B, Bedford, NH
Jeffrey D. Stone Lowell, Nashua & Chelmsford Oral Surgery Associates 20 Cotton Rd., Ste. 202 nashuaoralsurgery.com(603)Nashua595-9119
Jennifer R. Siller Seacoast Orthodontics 45 Lafayette Rd., Ste. 14 North Hampton (603) seacoastorthodontics.com964-2220
A. Jose Torio APEX Oral Maxillofacial Surgery & Implantology 39 Simon St., Unit 11, Nashua 15 Constitution Drive, Ste. 2B, Bedford (603) 883-4008, nashuaoms.com
Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd., Bedford (603) lindnerdental.com624-3900
E. Diane Shieh Amherst Orthodontics 5 Overlook Dr., Ste. 6 amherstorthodontics.com(603)Amherst672-0844
Timothy Finelli Seacoast Orthodontics 45 Lafayette Rd., Ste. 14 North Hampton (603) seacoastorthodontics.com964-2220
Jason S. Lenk Lenk Orthodontics 12 Mathes Terrace lenkortho.com(603)Durham868-1919
Philip M. Mansour Goffstown Area Orthodontics and Weare Orthodontics 17A Tatro Dr., Ste. 103 nhbraces.com(603)Goffstown497-4605
Rachel J. Polgrean Apple Tree Orthodontics 1-F Commons Dr., Ste. 36 appletreeortho.com(603)Londonderry434-0190
TOP VOTE-GETTER Nina B. Casaverde Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
Dennis C. Hiller Hiller Orthodontics 175 Cottage St. hillerortho.com(888)Littleton445-5372
Jay M. Decoteau Decoteau Orthodontics 169 Kinsley St., Nashua (603) decoteauorthodontics.com589-9222
Lioubov G. Richter Luba Richter Orthodontics 155 Pleasant St., Concord (603) drlubaortho.com225-5242
Roger A. Achong Concord Pediatric Dentistry 16 Foundry St., Ste. 101 concordpediatricdentistry.com(603)Concord224-3339
Adam Bottrill Seacoast Children’s Dentistry 13 March Farm Way, Unit A seacoastchildrensdentistry.com(603)Greenland319-4101
Lance R. Miller Rindge Orthodontic Specialists 31 Sonja Dr., Ste. 5, Rindge (603) rindgeortho.com899-3392
TOP VOTE-GETTER: PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY Nina B. Casaverde • Lindner Dental Associates
Joseph H. Becht Nashua Dentistry and Orthodontics for Children 155 Kinsley St., Ste. 101 nashuadocs.com(603)Nashua889-2164
Michael Capozzi Concord Pediatric Dentistry 16 Foundry St., Concord (603) concordpediatricdentistry.com224-3339
John E. Beinoras 25 Country Club Rd., Ste. 6-A nhorthodontist.com(603)Gilford524-4663
Michael E. Vermette Vermette Orthodontics 2 Wall vermetteortho.com(603)ConcordSt.224-9119
Douglas J. Elliott Elliott Orthodontics 27 Loop elliottorthodontics.com(603)MerrimackRd.424-1199
Brad C. Watterworth Watterworth Orthodontics 230 Lafayette Rd., Building D seacoastortho.com(603)Portsmouth431-7616
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Concord Oral Surgery 194 Pleasant St., Ste. 13 concordoralsurgery.com(603)Concord225-3482
Thomas Montemurno Family Orthodontics 73 Pleasant St. drtomorthodontics.com(603)Manchester622-5841
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Manuel J. Sousa Salem Centre for Orthodontix 32 Stiles Rd., Ste. 211, Salem (603) smilenh.com898-4722
Paul D. Johnson III Mehan & Johnson Orthodontics 113 Mammoth Rd., Ste. 1 NHorthodontics.com(603)Manchester623-8003
Jia Liu Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
Stephanie Phillis 505 West Hollis St., Ste. 201 smilemkr.com(603)Nashua889-2520
Danielle C. Ross Windham Orthodontics 25 Indian Rock Rd., Ste. 14 windhamorthodontics.com(603)Windham216-1188
William A. Mehan Mehan Orthodontics 113 Mammoth Rd., Ste. 1 drmehan.com(603)Manchester540-5338
Donald J. Neely Hanover Orthodontics 7 Allen St., Ste. 300, Hanover (603) drneely.com643-1200
TOP VOTE-GETTER: PERIODONTICS Michael D. Neal • Bedford Commons Periodontics
Alan F. Kennell Kennell Orthodontics 783 North Main St., Ste. 2 kennellortho.com(603)Laconia524-7404
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Patrick B. Vaughan Concord Oral Surgery 194 Pleasant St., Ste. 13 concordoralsurgery.com(603)Concord225-3482 Orthodontics TOP VOTE-GETTER Sogole S. Moin Moin Orthodontics 765 South Main St., Ste. 302 drmoin.com(603)Manchester699-4503
Paras Gosalia Monadnock Orthodontics 154 Hancock monadnockorthodontics.com(603)PeterboroughRd.924-3040
Hugh R. Phillis 505 West Hollis St., Ste. 201 smilemkr.com(603)Nashua889-2520
Thomas A. Trowbridge Lowell, Nashua & Chelmsford Oral Surgery Associates 20 Cotton Rd., Ste. 202 nashuaoralsurgery.com(603)Nashua595-9119
Suren Chelian Chelian Orthodontics 29 Riverside St., Ste. D drchelian.com(603)Nashua882-6100
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Michael D. Neal Bedford Commons Periodontics 303 Riverway Place Bld. 3, Bedford (603) bedfordcommonsperiodontics.com623-6639
Jose Oscar Colon Gentle Dental Nashua 151 Main St., Nashua (603) tists/dr-jose-oscar-colongentledental.com/meet-our-den-886-0000
Lisa B. Schulman Seacoast Dream Dentistry 200 Griffin Rd., Ste. 9 seacoastdreamdentistry.com(603)Portsmouth436-2951
Austin H. Wang Cornerstone Periodontics & Implants 153 Manchester St., Ste. 5 cornerstoneperio.com(603)Concord224-9474
Lindsay Decker Core Physicians 5 Hampton Rd. corephysicians.org(603)Exeter773-4900
James D. Spivey Portsmouth Periodontics & Portsmouth Dental Implant Care 278 Lafayette Rd., Building E drspivey.com(603)Portsmouth436-7787
Amy Rosania Seacoast Periodontics & Dental Implants 185 Cottage St., Ste. 2 rosaniadmd.com(603)Portsmouth294-0110
Matthew B. Smith Children’s Dentistry 369 Hounsell Ave., Ste. 1 childrensdentistnh.com(603)Gilford527-2500
Adam J. Wolff Pediatric Dentistry of Salem 389 Main St. (603)Salem pediatricdentistryofsalem.com893-5266
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Francesca Failla Nashua Riverfront Dentistry 60 Main St., Ste. 330 nashuariverfrontdentistry.com(603)Nashua886-2700
Rosella Butura Preferred Family Dental 504 Riverway Place, Building 5 preferredfamilydental.com(603)Bedford668-8644
Paul J. Connolly Bedford Center for Prosthodontics 169 South River Rd. smiledesignnh.com(603)Bedford625-6456
Jason J. Peacock Riverview Dental Associates Six Loudon Rd., Ste. 202 smilesnh.com(888)Concord596-5598
Danielle C. Hinton Concord Pediatric Dentistry 16 Foundry St., Ste. 101 concordpediatricdentistry.com(603)Concord224-3339
Tim Smith Children’s Dentistry 369 Hounsell Ave., Ste. 1 childrensdentistnh.com(603)Gilford527-2500
Charles J. Burliss 29 Stiles Rd., Ste. 201, Salem (603) perionh.com458-6886
Elliot C. Chiu Concord Pediatric Dentistry 16 Foundry St., Ste. 101 concordpediatricdentistry.com(603)Concord224-3339
Sharon E. Johnson 15 Daniel Webster Hwy. sejohnsonperio.com(603)Belmont524-9700 Tae Kwon Monadnock Perio & Implant Center 819 Court St., Unit A (603)Keene monadnockperio.com215-5800
Craig J. McLaughlin 280 Main St., Ste. 411 nashuaperiodontist.com(603)Nashua880-1707
Irina Adler Manchester Dental Surgery & Implant Center 30 Canton St., Ste. 12 nhdentalsurgery.com(603)Manchester668-6434
Charles R. Braga Lamprey Family Dental 37 Epping St. lampreydental.com(603)Raymond895-3161
John R. Herrin New Hampshire Center for Periodontics 170 South River Rd. nhcenterforperio.com(603)Bedford624-8787
Roland R. Bryan 769 South Main St., Ste. 100 rolandbryandmd.com(603)Manchester623-3800
Patrick F. Capozzi Concord Pediatric Dentistry 16 Foundry St., Ste. 101 concordpediatricdentistry.com(603)Concord224-3339
Nancy E. Jun Monadnock Pediatric Dentistry 56 Peterborough St. monadnockpediatricdentistry.com(603)Jaffrey532-8621
Jon J. Wendell Portsmouth Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics 150 Griffin Rd., Ste. One seacoastsmiles.com(603)Portsmouth436-2204
Michael D. Neal Bedford Commons Periodontics 303 Riverway Place, Building 3 bedfordcommonsperiodontics.com(603)Bedford623-6639
Rory O’Neill New England Dental Arts One Manor Parkway (603)Salem newengland-dentalarts.com893-6120
Nomith T. Ramdev 69 Silver St., Dover (603) drramdev.com742-4123
Kate D. Wilson Coastal Periodontics 25 New Hampshire Ave., Ste. 285 coastalperiosurgery.com(603)Portsmouth427-8383
Mindy Hall Lakeside Smiles Pediatric Dentistry 82 Main St. (603)Alton lakesidesmilespd.com280-4500
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Jennifer Creem Core Physicians 5 Hampton Rd. corephysicians.org(603)Exeter773-4900
Stephen R. Boone North Conway Periodontics 43 Grove St. North Conway (603) northconwayperiodontics.com356-8282
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James C. McAveeney Children’s Dental Center of New Hampshire 7 State Route 101-A childrensdentalnh.com(603)Amherst673-1000
Periodontics TOP VOTE-GETTER
TOP VOTE-GETTER: PROSTHODONTICS
Ashley A. Frankinburger Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
James F. Dickerson Pediatric Dentistry of Salem 389 Main St. (603)Salem pediatricdentistryofsalem.com893-5266
Deborah M. Munoz Bedford Center for Prosthodontics 169 South River Rd. smiledesignnh.com(603)Bedford625-6456
David Rosania Seacoast Periodontics & Dental Implants 185 Cottage St., Ste. 2 rosaniadmd.com(603)Portsmouth294-0110
Viena G. Posada Puredontics 1950 Lafayette Rd., Ste. 301 puredontics.com(603)Portsmouth433-5677
Andrew T. Cheifetz Children’s Dental Center of New Hampshire 7 State Route 101-A childrensdentalnh.com(603)Amherst673-1000
Luis S. Englander Lindner Dental Associates 72 South River Rd. lindnerdental.com(603)Bedford624-3900
Steven K. Rayes Just Kids Pediatric Dentistry 206 Heater Rd. justkidspediatricdental.com(802)Lebanon649-5210
TOP VOTE-GETTER Michael R. Hamel 765 South Main St., Ste. 101 (603)Manchester668-3202
2022 nhmagazine.com | August 2022 65 SELECTION PROCESS (METHODOLOGY) “If you had a patient in need of a dentist, which dentist would you refer them to?”
This is the question we’ve asked thousands of dentists to help us determine who the Top Dentists should be. Dentists and specialists are asked to take into consideration years of experience, continu ing education, manner with patients, use of new techniques and technologies and, of course, physical results. The nomination pool of dentists consists of den tists listed online with various professional boards and societies; thus allowing virtually every dentist the opportunity to participate. Dentists are also given the opportunity to nominate other dentists whom they feel should be included in our list. Respondents are asked to put aside any personal bias or political motivations and to use only their knowledge of their peer’s work when evaluating the other nominees. Voters are asked to individually evaluate the practitioners on their ballot with whose work they are familiar. Once the balloting is completed, the scores are compiled and then averaged. The numer ical average required for inclusion varies depending on the average for all the nominees within the specialty and the geographic area. Borderline cases are given a careful consideration by the editors. Voting characteristics and comments are taken into consideration while making decisions. Past awards a dentist has received and status in various dental academies can factor into our decision. Once the decisions have been finalized, the included dentists are checked against state dental boards for disciplinary actions to make sure they have an active license and are in good standing with the board. Then letters of congratulations are sent to all the listed dentists. Of course, there are many fine dentists who are not included in this representative list. It is intended as a sampling of the great body of talent in the field of dentistry in the United States. A dentist’s inclusion on our list is based on the subjective judgments of their fellow dentists. While it is true that the lists may at times disproportionately reward visibility or popularity, we remain confident that our polling methodology largely corrects for any biases and that these lists continue to represent the most reliable, accurate and useful list of dentists available anywhere.
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T he dentists featured in this section are among the most highly skilled and respected professionals in New Hampshire. If you’re searching for a new dentist, look no further! PROFILESDENTAL2022 SMILE EVERY DAY
Innovative dentistry changing lives A warm, healthy smile can be lifechanging. It can bring a new sense of confidence and sincerity, improve your self image, bring people together and create a lasting impression. The fact that Dr. Robert Marshall can deliver such beneficial, transformative dentistry with an exceptional level of comfort is what makes Aesthetic Dental Center in Concord a perennial favorite in the Granite State. In fact, Dr. Marshall and his staff will make you feel more comfortable than you’ve ever thought possible in a dental office.“My patients actually enjoy coming here — we simply use modern dentistry to open a new window to their world,” Dr. Marshall says. As a leader in cosmetic and restorative dentistry, Dr. Marshall fully understands the importance of aesthetic dentistry. So much so, he made it part of the practice’s name. “I change smiles to change people’s lives,” says Dr. Marshall. “Each procedure culminates in form, function and beauty. Clients work with me to develop the smile of their dreams.” To create that dream smile, Aesthetic Dental Center is a full-service dental office, providing a wide range of care. Combining advanced dental technology training and caring in a non-judgmental way, Dr. Marshall and his staff employ the latest techniques and innovations in restorative dentistry. For every challenge, Dr. Marshall has an elegant, aesthetic solution:
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• Usi ng veneers for chipped, cracked or worn teeth.
Dr. Marshall has taught others the art of smile “Everyenhancement.dentalprocedure should radiate confidence to our patients,” says Dr. Marshall. “An investment in yourself pays dividends for a lifetime.”
• Inv isalign to straighten teeth without the hassle of traditional braces. A former clinical instructor at The Pacific Aesthetic Continuum,
AESTHETIC DENTAL CENTER –DR. ROBERT MARSHALL
• Implants to replace missing teeth.
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DOUGLAS J. ELLIOTT, D.M.D., M.D.S.
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Dr. Douglas Elliott and his dedicated, professional team offer the latest in cutting-edge technology including Invisalign®, iTero® 3D digital scanning, Brava Independent Movers™ (hidden behind the teeth), Damon® System Braces and Carriere® Motion 3D Class II Correction Appliance. Dr. Elliott brings 18 years of experience to a practice focused on customized, esthetic treatment in a fun, family atmosphere. As a Platinum Plus Invisalign Provider, Dr. Elliott uses the latest technology to treat a wide variety of orthodontic problems for patients of all ages. “We treat adults and children with the goal to help everyone obtain a healthy, confident smile to last a lifetime,” says Dr. Elliott. Whatever their needs, patients are always assured by Dr. Elliott and his team’s caring approach that they will receive personalized options that fit their treatment goals and lifestyle. With two convenient locations in Merrimack and New Boston, Dr. Elliott serves many communities from northern Massachusetts to central New Hampshire. A Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, Dr. Elliott maintains memberships with the American Dental Association, American Association of Orthodontists and the NH Dental Society. Additionally, he has been honored to be among New Hampshire’s Top Dentists every year since 2010.
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We don’t just treat teeth, we treat the whole person. Dr. Bryan is a graduate of Tufts Dental School and completed his periodontal training at Boston University Hospital. He has been in private practice since 1993 and specializes in periodontics and dental implants. Following a complete periodontal evaluation, Dr. Bryan will assist you in developing a comprehensive periodontal treatment plan. Some of your treatment plan options may include dental implants, scaling and root planing, gingival grafting for recession, pocket elimination procedures and aesthetic laserWhencontouring.arriving at Dr. Bryan’s office, you will find a confident, professional and comforting atmosphere. You will quickly see that you are surrounded by the latest in dental technology including digital radiography and dental laser therapy. Whether you are considering localized or comprehensive periodontal therapy, Dr. Bryan’s team always makes your care their top priority. South Main St., Suite 100, Manchester • (603) 623-3800 rolandbryandmd.com
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THE PERIODONTAL OFFICE OF DR. ROLAND R. BRYAN LET OUR RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES. Dental ImplantBefore After
Because of your support, we are again honored to have been recognized by our community and colleagues as one of New Hampshire’s Top Dentists. Dr. Ernie Domingo and his Bay Street Family Dental team have been providing great dental care for the community (from youth to adults) for the past 20 years. “Our vision is to continuously provide outstanding, patient-centered dental care in a comfortable and caring environment,” says Dr. Domingo. “You know you’re in the right place when you 33 Bay St., Manchester (603) baystreetfamilydental.com624-1342 come to our inviting, homey atmosphere. Our team demonstrates their personalized care to make you feel welcome.” We are delighted about our loyal, long-term patients and we always welcome new patients from the community. It’s time, right? Call Dr. Domingo and our Bay Street Family Dental team today at (603) 624-1342.
Milford offers a variety of cosmetic, restorative and preventive dental services designed to improve your smile and overall health. Our goal is to enhance your physical comfort, outer appearance and your inner confidence. Our pledge is to provide excellence and establish rewarding, lasting relationships with patients, encouraging beautiful smiles and promoting exceptional oral health for a lifetime! For more information about our practice, please visit our website.
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At Family Dental Care of Milford, you will find a friendly atmosphere, comfortable accommodations and exceptional dental services. Our goal is to provide you with comprehensive dental care to enhance the quality of your life. Family Dental Care of
FAMILY DENTAL CARE OF MILFORD, P.A.
Dr. K. Drew Wilson, Dr. Amanda Smith, Dr. Joshua T. Osofsky
BAY STREET FAMILY DENTAL
DR. NICK I. FLEURY OF CIRCLE DENTAL
A HEALTHY MOUTH IS THE START OF A HEALTHY BODY!
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We are pleased to announce that Dr. Fleury has been voted by his peers — for the seventh consecutive year — as a Top Dentist as published by New Hampshire Magazine. It is an honor and Dr Fleury & his team at Circle Dental are thankful. Community support and education is at the heart of Circle Dental. We strive to stay current with the best and latest dentistry has to offer, which is reflected in our warm and welcoming state of the art office. We offer a wide range of services, including dental implants, same day crown placement, Invisalign, Zoom! Whitening, as well as cosmetic services. At Circle Dental we are proud to serve our community with the highest standard of care!
Dovetail Dental Associates • 282 Route 101, 5 Liberty Park, Amherst • (603) 673-6526 • dovetaildental.com Interlakes Family Dental • 60 Whittier Highway, Suite 1, Moultonboro • (603) 253-4363 • interlakesdental.com
Dr. Joseph Cariello and Dr. Vicktor Senat have a combined total of 18 years as Top Dentists in New Hampshire. Together, with Dr. Tehani Monrazel, they make a powerful team at Dovetail Dental Associates in Amherst. Both doctors share their time at Interlakes Family Dental Center in Moultonborough alongside Dr. William Fenn, whose kind nature and conservative dental approach rounds out the Interlakes team. Both practices work closely with each other to ensure their common goal and top priority of making each patient feel welcome and comfortable — a feeling you can sense the moment you walk in the door. Dovetail and Interlakes present dynamic teams, whose excellent dentistry is complemented by their outstanding ability to connect, educate, and communicate with their patients. At Dovetail Dental and Interlakes Family Dental, the entire team treats everyone with an attitude of service and care. Their teamwork and incredible philosophy of serving patients is what truly makes the dentists of Dovetail Dental Associates and Interlakes Family Dental Center Top Dentists in New Hampshire.
DOVETAIL DENTAL ASSOCIATES / INTERLAKES FAMILY DENTAL 173 NH Route 104, Suite A, Meredith • (603) 515-4060 • circledentalnh.com
A CONFIDENT SMILE STARTS WITH HEALTHY TEETH
Dr. Sujatha Anjaneyulu and Dr. Sreemali Vasantha
AMBRA DENTAL
WE TREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY. At Ambra Dental Care, we pride ourselves on treating each patient as we would our own family. Our team of caring professionals is committed to serving our patients with compassion while focusing on each individual’s specific needs. Dr. Michael Ambra is honored to be voted a Top Dentist in New Hampshire for the seventh consecutive consecutive year. We invite you to call and explore our website to learn more about our office, our exceptional team and our care. We offer a wide range of services, and new patients are always welcome. The team at Ambra Dental Care is looking forward to helping you achieve your oral health goals!
SOUHEGAN VALLEY DENTAL
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At Souhegan Valley Dental your smile is our top priority. Our friendly staff are dedicated to providing you with personalized, gentle care. Souhegan Valley Dental is a leading provider of quality dental services for children and adults. We can help you achieve your dental health goals in a warm, supportive and professional environment. Our dentists and their support team will respond to and even anticipate your needs to make an experience more pleasant than you thought a visit to the dentist could be. We are honored to be recognized as a top dentist and we are also grateful to our loyal patients for their continued support. 99 Amherst St., Milford • (603) 673-1233 • souheganvalleydental.com
MICHAEL D. NEAL, D.M.D. oral health, but overall systemic health. Recently, periodontal disease has been linked to other chronic diseases such as heart disease, respiratory illnesses, diabetes, pre-term and low birth weight babies, arthritis and certain cancers.
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303 Riverway Pl., Bedford • (603) 623-6639 • bedfordcommonsperiodontics.com
Now proudly welcoming Dr. Laura Daza to serve you and your family’s dental health needs
Bedford Commons Periodontics specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of periodontal disease, which includes bone regeneration, dental implants and aesthetic tissue grafts. It has been estimated that three out of four Americans suffer from some form of periodontal disease. Treating periodontal disease can not only lead to
Dr. Charles D. Neal, a 2012 and 2013 Top Periodontist, started the practice in 1974. His son, Dr. Michael D. Neal, joined the practice in 1999 and achieved board certification in 2004. Michael Neal has also been named a Top New Hampshire Periodontist by his peers every year since 2006, and was the top vote-getter in 2008, 2009, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2022 for his specialty.
Thank you to our peers who voted for us as Top Dentists for the eleventh consecutive year! That says a lot about our team of caring professionals, and we welcome the opportunity to show you why we continue to earn our colleagues’ confidence.Ifyou’relooking for a dentist for yourself or your family, or just a new dental atmosphere, then come check us out! We provide comprehensive care to all ages, which makes it convenient for everyone in the family to go to one office. Our practice facility is located in the heart of Rochester with ample parking. We are currently accepting new patients of all ages and all insurance plans. Are you putting off your own dental treatment due to finances or need payment options? We can help! Ask us about interest-free monthly payments. Call us today with questions or to schedule an appointment, or browse our website to use our easy online appointment scheduler at your convenience.
40 Winter St., Suite 201, Rochester • (603) 332-7300 • alldentalcare.com
ALLIANCE FOR DENTAL CARE
ALL THE SERVICES – ALL THE CARE
Dental Excellence, clients can be assured the entire team’s focus is excellence in dental care and service.
Dr. Bryan Hoertdoerfer (Dr. H.) and the Hoertdoerfer Dentistry team are on a mission to provide compassionate dental care using the latest dental technologies in a safe, friendly and anxiety-free environment. Masks continue to cover their team’s smiles and many safety measures have remained in place. Hoertdoerfer Dentistry wants you to feel confident in their dental environment knowing that the health of their patients and their staff remain the highest priority. Dr. H.’s dedication to researching and integrating stateof-the-art dental technology ensures exceptional dental hygiene care and provides easier and more comfortable cosmetic and restorative procedures for his patients. Hoertdoerfer Dentistry offers same-day CEREC porcelain crowns, high-resolution/low-radiation CBCT 3D digital scans, veneers, implant restorations, dentures, partials, 4 Elliot Way, Suite 306, Manchester • (603) 669-1251 • bruinsdentist.com • bigzchallenge.com bridges, sealants, and Philips ZOOM in-office teeth whitening. Office safety measures include a HEPA filtration system, air purification units, and selfcontained water filtration systems in each operatory. Dr. H. is grateful for the opportunity to combine his dental practice with his personal passion for giving back to the community through
his philanthropic work with the NHL, NHL Alumni and the Boston Bruins. For many years, Dr. H. hosted the annual Big Z Challenge featuring Zdeno Chara, and has raised over $180k for the Elliot Regional Cancer Center. Visit bruinsdentist.com for more information and to become a member of the Hoertdoerfer Dentistry dental family.
BRYAN HOERTDOERFER, DDS
CENTER FOR DENTAL EXCELLENCE
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Drs. Ura and Janiga have a passion for excellence,which they have made the focal point at the Center for Dental Excellence. They are committed to taking the time to listen and understand patients’ needs and concerns in order to provide them the best solutions to achieve their dental goals. Both Drs. Ura and Janiga believe it is essential to have the insatiable desire to continually advance one’s skills. They both regularly pursue advanced training in restorative dental care, including dental implants and cosmetic care. Dr. Ura is a Diplomate with the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, and provides alternatives to CPAP treatment for obstructive sleep apnea and snoring. Dr. Janiga has expanded surgical, endodontic and orthodontic services at the Center For Dental Excellence. Both are members of the American Dental Association, New Hampshire Dental Society and the Academy of General Dentistry. At the Center For 74 Northeastern Blvd. Suite 19, Nashua (603) nashuadental.com886-5500
CHILDREN’S TOO
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Dr. Fromuth strives to make each valued patient enjoy a healthy, confident and lasting smile. He makes it a point to listen first, getting to know your unique needs and goals before providing personalized care in a friendly, non-judgmental way. He is extremely committed to continuing education, regularly pursuing advanced training so his clinical skills are second to none. Combining this with the latest in dental technology, Dr. Fromuth is truly dedicated to providing the best care possible to his family of patients. The team at Fromuth and Langlois Dental hope to welcome you in soon! 765 S Main St #102, Manchester • (603) 644-3368 • manchesterbedforddentist.com
DENTAL CENTER OF NH AND ORTHODONTICS
We know your child’s smile is important and you want only the best for your family. Children’s Dental Center of NH and Orthodontics Too is proud to have top dentists. We lead the way with stateof-the-art laser technology for virtually painless procedures including fillings, lip-ties, and tongue-ties. Our Solea laser: no drill, no needle, no numbing, no pain. Solea is our way to keep your kids happy; we love to see them smile. Call us to learn more about our laser and how it can help your child. From infants to college students, your children will have the best care in a friendly, nurturing environment. We ensure your child, and you, feel comfortable. With the addition of our orthodontist, we offer even more convenience for your family — both you and your kids can have braces or Invisalign®. If only the best will do — Children’s Dental Center of NH and Orthodontics Too.
FROMUTH AND LANGLOIS DENTAL EXPECT EXCELLENCE ... YOU DESERVE IT!
PERRY FAMILY DENTAL CARE
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At Granite Family Dentistry, patients are welcomed by a friendly team, comfortable atmosphere and state-of-the-art dentistry. They have always had stringent infection control standards, safety measures and HEPA filtration throughout the office to keep the staff and patients safe. Dr. Sylvia Christian and her team provide excep tional dental care that will improve your smile and overall health. Dr. Christian provides general and cosmetic dentistry, implants and implant dentures, along with Invisalign and Myobrace. Everyone in the practice takes the time to listen to patients, and together they explore treatment op tions tailored to the patient. Dr. Christian feels it is important to keep up with new techniques and materials to provide the latest treatment options for her patients. To achieve that goal, she dedicates hours to continuing education and study clubs. She is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, which enables 1558 Hooksett Rd., Suite 4, Hooksett (603) granitefamilydentistry.com485-4855
her to treat sleep apnea patients with oral appliances as an alternative to CPAP. This truly is a fantastic health-centered dental office for the whole family!
Because of a “Top Team”, I have been recognized as a Top Dentist.” – Dr. Perry Dr. Perry is honored to once again be recognized by his peers and USA topDentists as a Top Dentist! He says the recognition is very special, but the award is possible because of a top team of dentists and staff — caring professionals who work hard every day to make your visits as comfortable as possible. The entire team at Perry Family Dental Care is dedicated to providing a sophisticated and pleasant environment that ensures even the most anxious member of your family will feel right at home. 391 West St., Keene • (603) 357-0677 | 18 Elm St., Antrim • (603) 588-6362 | 1 Phoenix Mill Ln., Peterborough • (603) 924-9241 perryfamilydentalcare.com
GRANITE FAMILY DENTISTRY
• Highest-level clinical quality of care provided with traditional New England style and charm.
• We st rive to accommodate patients with any special need and treat each patient with respect and acceptance.
• We improve and maintain patients’ overall dental health and happiness 745 Chestnut St., Manchester (603) chestnutfamilydental.com622-7173 throughout their lifetime.
DEERFIELD FAMILY DENTISTRY
• State-of-the-art office equipment allows us to efficiently and comfort ably provide beautiful smiles.
The Chestnut Family Dental team congratulates Dr. Daphnie Mercado and Dr. James DeLeo on their 2022 Top Dentists honors. Both are proud to have been named by their colleagues as some of the best dental professionals in the state, particularly Dr. Mercado, who was the top vote-getter in general dentistry in 2011, 2015 and 2021. Dr. DeLeo joins Dr. Mercado in receiving that honor, as he was the top vote-getter in the same category in 2017.
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• Com munity service and giving back are important priorities for our doctors and team.
CHESTNUT FAMILY DENTAL
• Gold standard in dental care through current and ever-advancing knowledge of dentistry.
New Hampshire native Dr. Tracey Pike graduated from the School of Dental Medicine at Tufts University in 2003, and soon opened Deerfield Family Dentistry with a vision of providing high-quality dental care at an affordable price. Dr. Pike has been practicing for over 18 years. Her team prides themselves on going the extra mile to transform routine dental care into a truly pleasant experience. We enjoy educating patients and respect the decisions patients make. Our office uses the latest technology in dentistry such as lasers, digital x-rays and intraoral photos. We pride ourselves on being a locally owned small business and support our community. Dr. Pike is a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the New Hampshire Dental Society, Greater Manchester Chapter. Dr. Pike is working toward her fellowship and mastership of dentistry with the Academy of General Dentistry. 49 Cotton Rd., Deerfield • (603) 463-7240 • deerfieldfamilydentist.com
At Lindner Dental Associates P.C., you are welcomed by an inviting staff, family-like atmosphere and a state-of-the-art facility. We have been providing high-quality dental care to patients of all ages since 1985. Our multi-specialty practice includes Board-Certified Pediatric Dentistry, Board-Certified Orthodontics, Adult Cosmetic Dentistry, and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. We are happy to announce the recent addition of Therapeutic and Cosmetic Botox to our in-house services. Community is an essential part of our practice and we are so grateful to be recognized by our peers as Top Dentists again this year. We are also proud that Dr. Nina Casaverde received the top number of votes in the Pediatric Dentistry category. We are thankful and truly honored to work in such a wonderful and supportive community. 72 South River Rd., Bedford • (603) 624-3900 • LindnerDental.com
LINDNER DENTAL ASSOCIATES, P.C.
A TEAM DEDICATED TO THE NEEDS OF PATIENTS
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Creating beautiful smiles with great patients. It’s what we do best. A confident smile makes a world of difference in one’s life. At Mehan & Johnson Orthodontics, we are confident that we can create that beautiful smile for you to put your best foot forward. Our office has served New Hampshire for over 30 years. We are blessed to have provided quality care for multiple generations of our patients. We use the latest technology in orthodontics to create great smiles in a gentle and timely fashion, but it is the way people’s lives are changed that sets our office apart. Dr. Johnson and his staff will do their best to earn your confidence for the treatment you desire. Please visit our website at NHorthodontics.com and Facebook to get a feel for our office. 113 Mammoth Rd., Manchester • (603) 623-8003 • NHorthodontics.com
MEHAN & JOHNSON ORTHODONTICS
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KALIL DENTAL GROUP
L to R: Drs. Andrew, Donna, Kenneth and Michelle Kalil
103 Riverway Pl., Bldg. 1, Bedford (603) drnickdmd.com669-4384
— Patient from Deerfield, NH “Dr. Rizos is one of the most caring, skilled dentists to whom I have ever been in 35 years. I am amazed at his expertise...”
Dr. Rizos prides himself in providing patients with information that will empower them to make the best decisions for their oral health. By selecting the best materials and laboratories to fabricate restorations, Dr. Rizos ensures longevity and great esthetic results. Here is what our patients say about us: “Dr. Rizos took a complicated mess and turned it into a complete and total make over.”
— Patient from Hooksett, NH “Dr. Rizos and his amazing team are beyond impressive! … They always make you feel like you are their only patient and treat you like family. They listen very carefully to your concerns and map out a detailed plan to address them. I am so lucky to have found them and will never think of leaving them.”
NICHOLAS C. RIZOS, DMD
Kalil Dental Group specializes in cosmetic, implant, and laser dentistry. We pride ourselves on providing quality dental care in a welcoming environment. We offer services such as whitening, Invisalign treatment, implant crowns, veneers, and appliances for clenching and grinding. Kalil Dental Group is accepting new patients of all ages at the Windham and Methuen locations.
— Patient from Manchester, NH Kalil Dental Group is a family practice in both Windham, NH and Methuen, MA. Dr. Donna Kalil and Dr. Kenneth Kalil, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine alumni, started the Windham practice in 2005. Their children, Dr. Michelle Kalil and Dr. Andrew Kalil, also Tufts University School of Dental Medicine alumni, recently joined the practice.
25 Indian Rock Rd., Windham NH • (603) 434-0090 91 Jackson St., Methuen MA • (978) 688-1895 www.kalildental.com
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NASHUA RIVERFRONT
In our practice we believe that the relationship you have with your dental care providers should be positive and anxiety free. We strive to help every patient feel confident and secure about the care they receive in our office. We love patients of all ages, and value the relationships we with have with everyone in our Nashua Riverfront Dental family. New patients are always welcome, and we cannot wait to see your smiles. Dr. Franklyn Liberatore DMD, PLLC, (aka Dr. Franco) and Francesca Failla, Board Certified Periodontist (aka Dr. Fran), are committed to providing comfortable, state of the art care including, general, pediatric, and periodontal dentistry all in one convenient location. At our practice we have invested in the latest digital technology for accuracy in diagnosing and optimal treatment planning.
At Gentle Dental Nashua, Dr. Eric Anthony, general dentist, and Dr. Jose Oscar Colon, periodontist, work together in a unique partnership to provide patients with an unmatched dental implant experience. Dental implants act as a strong, permanent replacement for missing teeth restoring function and aesthetics and improving a patient’s overall health. Their specialized experience in dental implants allows patients to be at ease knowing they’re receiving the highest-quality care possible. The implant specialty team at Gentle Dental uses state-of-the-art digital 3D x-rays and 3D planning to specifically tailor treatment for each individual patient. Should additional care be needed, Gentle Dental Nashua has all dental specialties on staff including oral surgery to create the 151 Main St., Nashua • (603) 259-4978 • gentledental.com
Offices also located in Concord, Derry, Exeter, Keene, Manchester and Rochester and throughout Massachusetts. ultimate dental experience. Free consultations are available at all 10 Gentle Dental locations throughout New Hampshire. To make treatment more accessible for patients, Gentle Dental accepts CareCredit patient financing and Essential Dental Plan, a discount dental plan providing significant discounts on dental care. For more information on treatment and payment options, visit GentleDental.com. 47 Locations in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. 60 Main St., Suite 330, Nashua • (603) 886-2700 • nashuariverfrontdentistry.com
GENTLE DENTAL
DENTISTRY
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EVELYN M. BRYAN D.M.D., P.C.
Dr. Evelyn Bryan is a graduate of Tufts Dental School and has been in practice in the Manchester area for more than 21 years. Dr. Bryan’s practice is dedicated to providing the highest quality dental care while focusing on each patient’s individual needs. Dr. Bryan and her dedicated and caring staff are committed to providing each patient with personalized, compassionate care focusing on complete health dentistry. The office offers a full range of state-ofthe-art dentistry, including implant restorations, digital radiography, CEREC (same-day crowns), in-office Zoom bleaching, custom digital dentures and implant retained dentures, TMJ/ bruxism, and snore and sleep apnea appliances. We welcome you to call or look at our website to learn more about our office and care. New patients are always welcome. We are committed to helping you achieve the healthy and beautiful smile you deserve in a 765 South Main St., Suite 202 Manchester • (603) 622-0279 drevelynbryan.com
PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANK LOMANNO professional, personalized and caring atmosphere. World class medical grade indoor air purification system provided by Surgically Clean Air. We are very honored to be named again as one of the top dentists in the State of New Hampshire by our peers! Our brand-new facility located in the heart of the North End of Manchester offers the best dental treatment for all ages! Our services include cleaning, fillings, crowns, root canals, extraction, and implants. Our hygiene department is a particular strength, providing excellent cleaning, diagnostic x-ray, and promoting oral hygiene care to prevent dental dis eases, including caries and periodontal diseases. Our practice also offers digital x-ray, which reduces unnecessary radia tion significantly, and obtains the image instantly to a computer screen. Infection control and adhering to the latest CDC guidelines are top priorities in order to provide a safe and healthy environment for all patients and staff. Please call our office to make an appointment for you and your family. 36 Bay St., Manchester • (603) 624-4147 • manchestercitydental.com
Patrick Richard, DMD and Muhenad Samaan, DMD
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SANTAVICCA
At Santavicca Dental Professionals, we are open, caring, and non-judgmental. Our patients appreciate our thoroughness no matter the complexity or routine nature of care. We work one-on-one with patients to present all options for dental care and help guide them to the right decision for their specific situation. We provide self-care and professional services to maintain, restore or enhance a patient’s level of health. Through our unique process of co-discovery, we take the time to understand you, your desires, and your smile. All of our doctors, hygienists, assistants, and administrative team 367 Route 120, Unit C, Lebanon (603) santaviccadental.com643-4142 members are top-notch and committed to your wellbeing. We develop trusting, long-term partnerships with our patients to create healthy, confident smiles for life.
Dr. Jill Harrison grew up in Windham, New Hampshire, attended Brown University, and earned her dental degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. She worked in private practice in Chicago before relocating to New Hampshire in 2015. Since then, she has been practicing general dentistry in the Portsmouth area, and was voted a New Hampshire Top Dentist for several years. Dr. Harrison and her team enjoy getting to know their patients and involving them in their treatment decisions, and aim to provide ethical, quality care to adults and children. Dr. Harrison’s office is conveniently located off Interstate-95 at Exit 3, in Orchard Park.
Serving the Portsmouth area, including Greenland, Rye, Newington, North Hampton, Hampton, Kittery and Eliot 875 Greenland Rd., Suite B7, Portsmouth • (603) 501-0263 • harrisondentalarts.com
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Dr. Christopher Skaperdas is honored to be a top dentist. Skaperdas Dental provides modern comprehensive dentistry in a family-friendly atmosphere. Dr. Skaperdas achieves oral health for his patients through the use of the latest technology and procedures. By keeping the patient’s desires in mind, and combining them with their needs, Dr. Skaperdas accomplishes a high level of patient satisfaction. He is a graduate of Tufts School of Dental Medicine, and has kept his skills and knowledge of new technology up to date by participating in numerous study groups and continuing educational courses throughout the 101 Webster St., Manchester (603) dentistnh.com668-0244 years. As a member of the American Dental Association, Manchester Dental Society and the Manchester Board of Health, Dr. Skaperdas has served the community for 27 years.
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JD HOWARD DENTAL
JD Howard Dental is an award-winning dental practice located on 6th Street in Dover. Patients are our highest priority, and we treat each one as if they were a member of our own family. From your first phone call to your visit with the hygienist or doctor, patients can expect to receive the highest quality dental care and an exceptional patient experience. Oral and overall health are strongly tied, and we provide a whole health approach to dental care.
Laser Dentistry, CEREC®, Invisalign Treatment®, digitally guided dental implants, dentures, “teeth in a day”, veneers, Zoom® Whitening, extractions, root canals, oral appliances for sleep apnea, BOTOX® Cosmetic, as well as comprehensive family dental care. Comprehensive care with a gentle touch.
JD Howard offers a wide array of services including anesthesia-free Solea 375 6th St., Dover (603) howarddental.com749-0636
Dr. Diane Shieh of Amherst Orthodontics is honored to be recognized as a Top Orthodontist in NH. With over 20 years of orthodontic experience, you can be assured of Dr. Diane’s commitment to delivering honest opinions with health and prevention in mind. professional and timely service every time I bring in one of my children. And each treatment plan catered individually to my very different children. I highly recommend Dr. Diane and her amazing staff!” —Cara K. “This office is top notch! I love how Dr. Diane directs her conversation to the patient...even if the patient is a child! They should know what’s happening in their mouth! Thank you Amherst Orthodontics.” — Johanna R. Overlook Dr. #6, Amherst (603) amherstorthodontics.com672-0844
• Complimentary appointment shuttle • Complimentary new patient exam • Ort hodontics for children, teens a nd adults • Inv isalign and Invisalign Teen provider • Flexible financing • Itero digital scanner (goop free!) • Free virtual consultations “Friendly,
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JAMES V. SAVICKAS, D.M.D.
Many thanks from Dr. Rochefort and his team for once again being recognized as one of New Hampshire’s Top Dentists! We continue to provide a welcoming and friendly environment where the care and comfort of our patients is top priority. From ages 1 to 103, we strive to provide quality dental care emphasizing oral health and prevention while also helping patients achieve the smile they have been looking for. And yes, it’s TRUE – we are able to complete most fillings without getting you numb thanks to our Solea dental laser! Come visit us and see how we are practicing tomorrow’s dentistry today! 801 Central Ave., Suite 5, Dover • (603) 742-0711 dovernhdentist.com
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LAURIE A. ROSATO, D.M.D.
Dr. Laurie A. Rosato has been in private practice for over 25 years. Delivering the utmost advanced dentistry in a private setting has allowed her to build ongoing relationships of trust and compassion with her patients. “My goal is to deliver the most clinically advanced treatment to my patients in a trusting environment where they feel calm and confident in my care,” says Dr. Rosato. Patients can decide on options to fit their long- and short-term dental goals both financially and esthetically. The office provides full scope restorative and cosmetic care 6 Loudon Rd., Concord (603) laurierosatodmd.com228-9276 from simple fillings and gum care to implant restoration, dentures, crowns, veneers and whitening. The team at Dr. Rosato’s office is committed to continual advancement of their dental education and training on new techniques, allowing you to achieve your desired results. Become a patient at Dr. Rosato’s office, where you can be confident that you will have a beautiful smile for a lifetime! There’s a story behind every smile ... and for the last 34 years Dr. Savickas has been a part of quite a few of them! For the 13th year in a row, Dr. Savickas has been recognized as one of the top general dentists in New Hampshire. Dr. Savickas and his staff are committed to excellence and providing you with the state-of-the-art dental care in a warm and caring environment. So whatever the story may be ... we’d like to be part of yours. 704 Milford Rd., Route 101-A, DJ Square • (603) 880-0712 info@jamessavickasdmd.com • jamessavickasdmd.com
JAMES ROCHEFORT D.M.D. FAMILY DENTISTRY
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ROTHWANGL DENTAL CARE, PLLC
Dr. Rothwangl and her team would like to thank her peers for again voting her one of the Top Dentists in NH. It is an honor to be included in this prestigious group. We are so excited to continue to welcome new patients after the past few turbulent years! At Rothwangl Dental Care, we dedicate ourselves to clinical excellence, personal attention and community involvement. Our goal is to reduce the risk of future problems.
CAROL M. HADDAD, D.M.D.
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We are passionate about individual’s oral and overall health, focused on shared decision making and have high standards of quality and integrity. We are thrilled to be a part of this great community and look forward to meeting you and your loved ones.
Our dedicated team is proud to be recognized as one of New Hampshire’s Top Dentists. We strive to give our patients a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime by providing gentle, quality care in a relaxed environment. We have enjoyed treating patients in our office for over 20 years. The key to helping a person achieve or maintain a beautiful smile is to be a good listener. Knowing a patient’s concerns and expectations enables us to formulate the right treatment plan for him or her. That plan might include teeth whitening, veneers, 313 Canal St., Manchester • (603) 627-6826 • drhaddad.com
crowns, implants, bridges, white resin “fillings,” or partial and complete dentures. We also take the time to educate each patient about preventing tooth decay, gum disease and other oral disorders. It is so rewarding to hear from our patients that we have improved their quality of life, their self-confidence and their overall health.
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At Concord Oral Surgery we strive to provide our patients with not only excellent surgical care, but also exemplary customer service. This is the daily goal of Dr. Mark Scura, Dr. Patrick Vaughan and our entire team. We are committed to assisting our patients through every phase of their treatment in our office and to clearly communicate with you each step of the way. As a patient of Concord Oral Surgery, you can rest assured that you or your loved one will receive the highest level of care available. Our doctors specialize in the removal of teeth from 194 Pleasant St. Suite 13, Concord • (603) 225-3482 • concordoralsurgery.com routine extractions to wisdom teeth, as well as dental implant placement and oral pathology. Because they do these procedures every day, our patients can be confident that they are
Jennifer Creem, DMD, MS and Lindsay Decker, DMD, board certified pediatric dentists, along with Brittney Ward, DDS are proud to once again be named Top Dentists. Dr. Creem has been with Core Pediatric Dentistry since 2000, and Dr. Decker joined her in 2016. Dr. Ward, a general dentist with a special interest in treating teenagers, joined the practice in 2021. The practice specializes in the dental care of infants, children, adolescents and patients with special needs. Along with a team of enthusiastic hygienists, they provide high-quality care while helping children feel good about visiting the dentist and teaching them how to care for their teeth. “We strive to teach our patients good oral health habits that will allow them to maintain a healthy dentition for life,” says Dr. Jen, as she is known to her patients. The team at Core Pediatric Dentistry is looking forward to meeting and caring for your children. 5 Hampton Rd., Exeter (603) corephysicians.org773-4900
CORE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY in experienced and capable hands. Our patients’ trust in us is central to our mission statement, and we thank you for the privilege of taking care of your oral surgery needs.
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GOFFSTOWN AREA AND WEARE ORTHODONTICS
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You probably have a lot to smile about, but if you don’t feel confident in your smile, you may not want to share it with the world. Here at Goffstown Area and Weare Orthodontics we want to help you achieve the confident smile you’ve always wanted. We have two convenient office locations, in Goffstown and Weare, placing us just minutes from Concord, Manchester, Bedford, Bow and Hopkinton. On your first visit, we take diagnostic records and provide a complimentary consultation. Our office offers a broad range of treatment 17A Tatro Dr., Suite #103, Goffstown 64B N. Stark Highway, Weare (603) 497-4605 • nhbraces.com options, including Invisalign, Invisalign Teen and traditional braces. Our iTero intraoral digital scanning system allows us to capture images of your mouth without goopy impression materials or gagging. We treat all patients from children to adults. Visit our website nhbraces.com or call us at (603) 497-4605 to learn more about how we can help you achieve the healthy smile you deserve. Drs. Jeffrey and Richard Vachon and our team of professionals strive to give the best care to each and every patient. We are all trained in the latest techniques and believe continuing education and service to community is of utmost importance. Dr. Jeff is also a Master in the Academy of General Dentistry, which is achieved by less than 2% of general dentists. We offer a wide range of dental services, including treatment of children, invisible braces, oral cancer screenings, cosmetic procedures and implant crowns. Our 57 Webster St., Manchester (603) vachondental.com627-2092
Dr. Tadros M. Tadros is an educated, experienced and accomplished endodontist with a love of dentistry and a passion for saving teeth. His interest in art and medical sciences inspired him to become a dentist. He went on to become an endodontic specialist to provide patients with pain relief using the most advanced technology. Dr. Tadros enjoys interacting with his patients and truly making a difference in their quality of life. He works to explain and inform his patients so that they’re comfortable with all treatment options. Using state-of-theart technology and imaging, Dr. Tadros provides his patients with high-quality treatment while maintaining the highest standard of clinical care. 182 Central St., Hudson (603) hudsonendodontic.com882-5455
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VACHON DENTAL: FAMILY & COSMETIC DENTISTRY growing practice utilizes up-to-date technology, equipment and treatment. In fact, we are happy to announce the addition of our new associate, Dr. Amy Rust! She holds a doctorate from the University of New England College of Dental Medicine and comes with experience that will serve our patients well. We at Vachon Dental are very fortunate to have found someone as committed to continuing education as we are! To learn more about Vachon Dental and how we can best serve you, please call or visit our website.
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MILES OF SMILES
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We would like to thank all our peers for voting us again as one of the top dentists in the State of New Hampshire. It is an honor to serve our community’s dental needs since 1998. Our family dental office offers top notch dental treatment for kids, youths, and adults. We are proud to be among the very few general dental offices that utilizes the 3D imaging technique to improve our patients’ dental diagnoses. Our practice also offers digital x-ray, which reduces unnecessary radiation significantly. Infection control and adhering to the latest CDC guidelines are top priorities in order to provide a safe and healthy environment for all patients and staff. Please call our office to make an appointment for you and your family.
“What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity. These are but trifles, to be sure; but scattered along life’s pathway, the good they do is inconceivable.”
— Joseph Addison
Thank you for keeping New Hampshire smiling.
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The glory of gardening: hands in the dirt, head in the sun, heart with nature. To nurture a garden is to feed not just on the body, but the soul. — Alfred Austin 603 Living 90 New Hampshire Magazine | August 2022
How does a landscape architect go from designing world-class golf courses to selling cut flowers in a small New Hamsphire town? For Howard Maurer of Lake Sunapee Flower Farm in Newbury, it was simply a matter of following his heart. “Don’t get me wrong,” he says, “I love designing golf courses. It has taken me all over the world, and I still have some courses in the works, but flowers are my true passion. For years around Sunapee, I was known as the crazy guy with the flowers,” he Whenlaughs.he and his wife Lorrie had a chance to purchase a farm that had been in her family, little did they know that it could lead to this. “We had no intention of going into this business. I have a few degrees, one of them is ornamental horticulture, which my kids always made fun of,” he says. “So, when my older daughter wanted her wedding at our house, I told her that since I had a degree, I would be growing the flowers. I grew basic stuff, and florist Alli Coy of Allioops! in New London was able to work with it and make all the arrangements.” It was at this point that he decided to open up the flower farm. Coy is now his best client and they’ve become good friends.
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Top: Howard Maurer of Lake Sunapee Flower Farm in Newbury Above: Maurer tends to the dahlias.
“We had no idea how to go about starting a flower farm,” he says. They planted annuals first — zinnias, sunflowers, cosmos, lisianthus, feverfew and bells of Ireland, along with dahlias and delphinium. “We’ve added more perennials and peonies over the years,” he says. Eventually, he built three greenhouses to extend the season. This will be his fourth year selling flowers.
The season begins early since Maurer starts many of the plants under lights in his basement. As soon as the soil warms up in the greenhouses, planting begins. Dahlias are a prime crop, and he has about 2,000 tubers that are dug up each fall, wintered over inside, and then divided and replanted in spring — a monumental task. Since no poisons or insecticides are used, to shield the dahlia blooms from damage by insects, Maurer ties a fine mesh bag over each Left and below: Dahlias, like the one pictured at left, are a prime crop — and are a true labor of love. Each fall, Maurer digs up all 2,000 or so tubers. Then, come spring, he divides and replants them. Since he doesn’t use insecticides, he ties a protective mesh bag over each Bottomblossom.middle: Zinnias, which are a favorite of butterflies, are another important crop.
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Get There Lake Sunapee Flower Farm 28 Blodgett Landing Rd., Newbury Follow them on @lakesunapeeflowerfarm.Instagram: blossom to protect it. Beneficial insects take care of many bugs, and Maurer uses yellow sticky cards to trap others. “We are very conscious of the lake and try to be the best stewards possible. We are sustainable and follow organic practices, but we are not 100% organic or certified. We are very tolerant of some of our pests and assess what damage is acceptable,” he says. Working in the golf industry, he is well versed in integrated pest management.
“We use drip irrigation on 95% of the total area. We have an old dug well with a limited amount of water, so we need to be careful how we use it,” he explains.
If you buy one of his fresh, locally grown — not flown — bouquets, you will notice the difference and be hooked. NH Bouquets are available Thursday to Sunday at the flower cart located at the end of the farm’s driveway. On Saturdays from Memorial Day to Labor Day, you’ll find Maurer at the Sunapee Farmers Market.
On Saturday mornings from Memorial Day to Labor Day, you will find him at the Sunapee Farmers Market. “At first, I didn’t want to do a farmers market, but it has been a huge success for us and lots of fun,” he says. This time of year, along with dahlias, zinnias are the backbone of his summer bouquets, which may also include sunflowers, yarrow, veronica, feverfew, ageratum and snapdragons, to name just a few.
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Insects aren’t the only pests that threaten his crops. Deer, turkeys, woodchucks, chipmunks, birds and voles eat more than their fair share. “We’ve had all sorts of animals. There are bears that appear every year, and they have no problem coming by during the day,” he Lorriesays.works from home and helps out when she can, but otherwise it is a one-man operation. Having drip irrigation attached to a pumping system is an extreme time-saver when it comes to watering and fertilizing.
A flower cart of ready-made bouquets is parked at the end of their driveway Thursday through Sunday, and they sell out fast. He grows more than enough flowers to supply Sweet Beet in Bradford, Warner Public Market and local florists, including Allioops! in New London. “We love when florists and event planners visit and are enchanted with the farm. It’s also great when florists are doing events at The Fells and they can get fresh local flowers from a couple of miles down the road,” he says.
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August 11-14
Parade of Sails > This four-day, family-friendly favorite is sailing back into Portsmouth for the first time since 2019. It will feature three ships: the Kalmar Nyckel, the Lynx and the Spirit of Bermuda. Capt. Donald Peacock of Newmarket will be at the helm of the Lynx and his son, Capt. Alex Peacock, will captain the Spirit of Bermuda. You will have the chance to join boat tours and day sails when the maritime celebration gets underway. Times and prices vary. Portsmouth. sailportsmouth.org (See story on page 26.)
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OUR FAVORITE EVENTS FOR AUGUST
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August 26-27 Moose Festival > Head to Colebrook the weekend before Labor Day to celebrate all things moose. This year’s festivities include live music, arts and crafts vendors, horse and wagon rides, and rumor has it there is even a moose-calling contest. There will also be a dog show, maple syrup tasting contest and the classic car show. Bring the whole family to this old-time fun event that showcases the many diverse talents and services in the North Country. $3-$5. Friday 3 to 8 p.m. and Satur day 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Downtown Main Street, Colebrook. (603) 237-8939; mygonorth.com
White Mountain Boogie N’ Blues Festival > With two decades of festivals and a bevy of national blues preservation awards under its belt, this boogiefest is not to be missed. This year’s lineup includes Veronica Lewis, Ana Popovic and many more. To really dive into the festival experience, rent a campsite on the Boogie’s sprawling White Mountains grounds. $75-$100. Times vary, Sugar Shack Campground, Route 175, Thornton. (603) 726-3867; whitemountainboogie.com
There’s still plenty of time to celebrate the iconic New London Barn Playhouse’s 90th summer season. The team at this beloved venue returned this summer after a two-year hiatus, and they’re producing a season you won’t want to miss. The Play A Part campaign has provided the means to complete long-awaited projects that benefit both patrons and staff. The Barn Playhouse is excited to provide patrons with restrooms on the porch level, elevators, a paved parking lot, and a state-of-the-art air filtration system in the playhouse itself. The newly renovated box office is now open, so come on by to pick up tickets, greet the company, and grab a T-shirt.
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August 20 Gate City Brewfest > As summer starts winding down, head to Nashua for one last beer-fueled hurrah. An extensive beer fest, live music, a corn hole tournament and more are also on tap. The corn holers emerging victorious at the end of the day win a prize package including Red Sox tickets and a Boston hotel stay, so act fast to qualify your team at one of the few remaining preliminary matches. $15-$70. 1 to 5 p.m., Holman Stadi um, 67 Amherst St., Nashua. gatecitybrewfestnh.com
Fairs & Festivals
League of NH Craftmen’s Fair > Start clearing out the car — you’ll want plenty of trunk space for this. Artisans and crafters from around the state set up shop at this massive event, which boasts the title of the oldest continuously running craft fair in the U.S. Come ready to shop or just ready to learn and admire, either in the learn-how-it’s-made workshops scattered throughout the week or in the exhibition building full of curated art shows. There’s also live music, chances to meet artisans one-on-one and other fun events held throughout the week. Mount Sunapee Resort, 1398 Rte. 103, Newbury. (603) 763-3500; nhcrafts.org
“Footloose” > New-kid-in-town Ren finds himself at odds with an overbearing church minister who has convinced the city council to outlaw dancing and rock ‘n’ roll. Ren will stop at nothing to kick off their Sunday shoes and shake up the town in this musical studded with ’80s pop favorites. $22-$47. Times vary, New London Barn Playhouse, 84 Main St., New London. (603) 526-6710; nlbarn.org
Sports & Recreation
August 13 Woods, Water and Wildlife Festival > This fami ly-friendly celebration of the natural world features fun and educational outdoor activities like hayrides to the river, rescued wild animals, nature’s playground in the woods, fishing in the pond, kids’ crafts, a family discov ery walk, demonstrations of traditional rural skills and more. $5-$10. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Branch Hill Farm, 307 Applebee Rd., Milton Mills. (603) 978-7125; mmrgnh.org
August 13 Great New England BBQ and Food Truck Festival
> This is a great family event that features a corn hole tournament, a kids’ zone with free bounce houses, face painting, slime making, artisans, music, food trucks, eat ing contests and more. $5-$10. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., indoor/ outdoor at Hampshire Dome, 50 Emerson Rd., Milford. (603) 321-9794; gnecraftartisanshows.com
New London Barn Playhouse Celebrates 90 Years
August 27 Allen Mello NH 10 Miler > Run 10 miles. Eat local piz za. Attend after-party. Repeat? This event takes runners on a near-half-marathon run around the perimeter of Massabesic Lake, then rewards them with pizza from Pittsfield-based Russian Crust and free post-race beer. The Millennium schedule includes a half marathon in October and a full marathon in November, so this tenner can be your warm-up run. $30-$80. 8 a.m., Massabesic Lake, 1 Londonderry Tpke., Manchester. (603) 488-1186; millenniumrunning.com
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August 11-13 65th New Hampshire Antiques Show > The best antique dealers from across the Granite State are coming together to give you an unforgettable summer show. It is considered “the best show of its kind in New England,” and with over 50 exhibitors, it won’t disappoint. The professional antique dealers save merchandise through out the year and offer a wide range of both country and formal antique furniture and accessories. Look for items like paintings and textiles, Shaker furniture, clocks, lighting and so much more. $10-$15. Thurs-Fri 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., The DoubleTree by Hilton, 700 Elm St., Manchester. nhada.org
Until September 5 Arghavan Khosravi at the Currier > Arghavan Khos ravi creates surrealist paintings that explore themes of exile, freedom and empowerment. The artist’s enigmatic compositions center women protagonists and allude to the restriction of human rights, particularly those of immigrants. Her work is both semiautobiographical and universal. Khosravi draws on several cross-cultural stylistic influences, from ancient Western sculpture to the posturing of contemporary fashion magazines to the compressed perspective of Persian miniature painting. Often using printed textiles from Iran as her canvas, she weaves the patterning of these materials into the narra tive of her work. Time and prices vary, Currier Museum of Art, 150 Ash St., Manchester. (603) 669-6144; currier.org
> This festival is an ATV enthusiast’s dream come true. The event takes place at Jericho Mountain State Park, which has more than 80 miles of trails. There will be mud races, demo rides, obstacle courses, helicopter rides, poker run, kids’ fun zone, live music, delicious food and more. You won’t want to miss this summer weekend of fun. $15-$35. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., Jericho Mountain State Park, 298 Jericho Lake Rd., Berlin. androscogginvalleychamber.com/ jericho-atv-festival
August 20 9th Annual Cruise in to the Wright Antique Car, Hot Rod & Motorcycle Show > Put on your poodle skirts, grease up your duck’s tail hairdos, buckle up and cruise in to the Wright Museum for this annual event dedicated to unique varieties of cars and motorcycles. Only the first 100 cars will be allowed into the show this year, so get your car registered soon. $15. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Wright Museum of World War II, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro. wrightmuseum.org
August 29 Civil War Soldiers’ Quilts > Quilts made for use by soldiers during the Civil War are very rare — only 20 are known to exist, and Pam Weeks has studied most of them in person. This illustrated lecture outlines the origins of the U.S. Sanitary Commission at the beginning of the Civil War and examines the roles women played on the homefront, and as nurses. The stories of 14 actual Civil War soldiers’ quilts will be highlighted in this program. Free. 7 p.m., Center Meeting House of Newbury, 945 NH Rte. 103, Newbury. nhhumanities.org
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August 5-6 Journey to Jericho - ATV Jamboree
August 13 Alton Bay Boat Show > Are you a fan of classic wooden boats? Does spending the morning looking at “woodies” and early fiberglass boats while meeting their owners sound like fun? This event’s for you. Any wooden or early fiberglass boat up to 1975 is welcome, and friends and family are welcome to stroll the town docks to see the wonderful restored boats. Free. 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Alton Town Docks, 26-40 Mt. Major Hwy., Alton. (603) 569-4554; nhbm.org
August 1-26 2022 Bank of New Hampshire Children’s Summer Series > Are you a Disney fan? This summer playlist is for you. This Summer Children’s Series boasts a variety of well-known and loved stories that include music, dancing, audience participation and more. Even better? Your kiddos have the opportunity to meet the characters at the end of every show. The end of this year’s lineup includes “Frozen,” “Rapunzel” and “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” $10. Shows at 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., The Palace Theatre, 80 Hanover St., palacetheatre.org(603)Manchester.668-5588;
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Miscellaneous August 7-October 10 Bedrock Gardens Education Series > The 30-acre Bedrock Gardens in Lee has transitioned from a historic farm and private garden to a public oasis of art, horticulture and inspiration. While the unusual botanical specimens and unique sculptures are alone worth a visit, the education series offers another reason to stop by. Class topics vary and can include foraging for edible plants, terrariums, lichen 101, dyeing with plant botanicals, designing with and blending tea garden herbs (with a tea luncheon to follow) and much more. Visit bedrockgardens.org for a complete schedule and to register. Time and prices vary, Bedrock Gardens, 45 High Rd, Lee.
August 12 150th Anniversary Gala > This three-hour gala cele brates 150 years of fun aboard the M/S Mount Washing ton and includes multiple decks of entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, signature drinks, photo opportunities and special limited edition souvenirs. $75. 6 to 9 p.m., Mount Washington Cruises, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach. (603) 366-5531; cruisenh.com
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“Sister Act” > Broadway’s habit-forming musical com edy smash will make you jump for joy. When wannabe disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, the cops hide her in the last place anyone would think to look — a convent. Under the suspicious watch of Mother Superior, Deloris helps her fellow sisters find their voices as she unexpectedly rediscovers her own. Featuring original music by eight-time Oscar winner Alan Menken (“Beauty And The Beast,” “The Little Mermaid,” “News ies”), this uplifting musical is filled with toe-tapping songs, outrageous show-stopping dancing and a truly moving story. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, this show is reason to rejoice. $25-$36. Times vary, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Ln., Meredith. (603) 707-6035; interlakestheatre.com
Little Studio at Saint-Gaudens National Historic Park, 139 Saint Gaudens Rd., Cornish. nps.gov/saga
August 7 JJ Grey & Mofro > From the days of playing greasy local juke joints to headlining major festivals, JJ Grey remains an unfettered, blissful performer, singing with a blue-collared spirit over the bone-deep grooves of his compositions. Grey and his Mofro band are one of those acts you should definitely see live. Tickets start at $49. Doors open at 6 p.m., the show begins at 7:30 p.m. The Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth. (603) 536-2551 flyingmonkeynh.com
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Summer Performances at The Fells > Visit the beautiful grounds and gardens of the John Hay Estate at The Fells and enjoy a variety of musical performanc es. The summer concert series began in late June and continues through August. A highlight is Opera North’s other performers like Grace Crummer, Fred Hass and Billy Rosen (August 21) and Deep Blue C (August 28).
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The professional dance company Ballet Misha also returns on August 7 for a special appearance. Times and prices vary. John Hay Estate at the Fells, 456 Route 103, Newbury. thefells.org
August 5-7 40th Annual Suncook Valley Rotary Hot Air Balloon Rally > This event has something fun for everyone in your family. There will be a carnival, tethered hot air balloon rides, helicopter rides, craft fair, food, drinks and much more. Make sure to be there at 8 p.m. on Saturday to see the balloons light up the night sky with a fireworks show to follow. Free to attend. Times vary, Drake Field, Pittsfield. suncookvalleyrotary.org
“The 39 Steps” > Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre. This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of four), an onstage plane crash, handcuffs, missing fingers, and some good old-fashioned romance. $30-$35. Times vary, Jean’s Playhouse, 34 Papermill Dr., Lincoln. (603) 745-2141; jeansplayhouse.com
Saint-Gaudens Summer Concert Series > The Sunday performances at the gorgeous Saint-Gaudens National Historic Park in Cornish carry on a tradition begun by renowned American sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens, who often held concerts in his studio for family and friends. Many of the concerts feature use of the Little Studio’s historic piano, once owned by Cornish Colony painter Maxfield Parrish. Concerts begin at 2 p.m., so there’s plenty of time beforehand to discover Saint-Gaudens’ works located on the grounds. Art, history, gardens — it’s all here. Concerts are held in the
Music on the Garden Barn Green > Bring a picnic and a chair and enjoy a concert on the barn green at Canterbury Shaker Village. While you could certainly just enjoy music in a beautiful setting, consider touring the museum, which is designated as a National Historic Landmark. It includes 25 restored original Shaker build ings, four reconstructed buildings, and almost 700 acres of forests, fields, gardens, nature trails and mill ponds under permanent conservation easement. Concerts begin at 4 p.m., Canterbury Shaker Village, 288 Shaker Rd., Canterbury. shakers.org
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Annual burnout-related-to-turnover costs could reach as high as $9 billion for nurses alone, according to a recent study.
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ired, unmotivated and struggling to stay focused? You aren’t alone. Burnout has touched every segment of the population — from entry-level employees to remote workers to health care professionals. While the pandemic contributed to this phenomenon, the concept of burnout isn’t new. Simply put, it’s a state of physical and emotional exhaustion that you just can’t shake, says Eve Zukowski, a licensed psychologist at Dartmouth Health and director of the system’s employee assistance program. Burnout itself is not a clinical diagnosis, but it describes a functional impairment that prohibits you from getting basic tasks done, she“Burnoutsays. looks similar across the population,” Zukowski says. “It’s exhaustion, feeling numb and not motivated, and feeling a little helpless. You can feel like no matter what you do at your job, you don’t get anywhere.”
Avoiding Burnout
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“It creeps up on you and becomes increasingly chronic,” says John Herman, M.D., a psychiatrist and medical director of Mass General Brigham’s employee assistance
BY KRYSTEN GODFREY MADDOCKS / PHOTO BY ALEX MIA grew between 2020 and 2021 — with virtual workers (38%) reporting burnout more frequently than those working onsite (28%).
Younger workers, known as Generation Z, also reported higher levels of burnout at 58% — up 11 percentage points year over year. Not surprisingly, health care workers — including physicians, nurses and techni cians — are still experiencing crisis levels of burnout. Low staff count, long hours, and the risk of catching Covid over the past two years have all upended an already-fragile health care system. Without tackling the causes and effects of burnout, our country could risk future health care shortages. In May 2022, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy laid out recommendations in a health advisory to address the factors underpinning burnout and suggested ways to improve health worker well-being. The cost of burnout is high.
Beyond a buzzword for being fried, burnout is real. You can actually measure it using Maslach’s Burnout Inventory, a psychological assessment instrument first developed by psychiatrists Christina Maslach and Susan E. Jackson in 1981. The assessment — which has been adapted to evaluate health care workers, educators, students and the general public — includes 16 to 22 questions that measure the employee experience across three dimensions: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and personal accomplishment. Individual scores can not only assess your degree of burnout, but they can help workplaces make changes to eliminate common stressors. Addressing the Fire Without recognition and intervention, burnout isn’t likely to fizzle. According to a recent LinkedIn survey, employee burnout
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“Know what your limitations are and how much you can realistically accomplish. You can’t take care of everyone else’s problems,” she says. Finally, it’s important to understand the difference between burnout and depression. While burnout can be a precursor to or overlap with depression or anxiety, they are not the same conditions. Symptoms of depression include difficulty sleeping or eating, negative self-talk — and to the extreme — suicidal ideation. Anxiety includes a lot of worrying and physical symptoms such as a racing heart, sweating and panic attacks. Reaching out to your health care provider can help you determine if you have mental health concerns beyond burnout. NH program, of which Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is a member. “Gratification wanes because health care workers feel uncompensated in the joy of healing.” At Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and other hospitals in the MGB system, the organization’s leadership and employee assistance program are taking steps to recognize and address worker burnout. From a dedicated EAP website to webcasts, onsite programming, and counseling for managers, the hospital system makes its resources available to employees and their families 24/7, Herman says. Employees are encouraged to meet with their managers and look at ways to lighten their loads. “We tell people, ‘Never worry alone,’” he says. “One of the worst things people can do is be locked in by themselves.” The Dartmouth Health system is also encouraging its employees to talk with their supervisors to adjust schedules, manage workloads, or make other departmental changes to alleviate burnout, Zukowski says. At the same time, mental health support agencies have seen an increase in the volume of calls, according to Susan Stearns, executive director of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) NH. People who’ve never had to access a mental health care provider have contacted NAMI looking for individual and employer resources. “The impact on the mental health and health care workforce has been tremendous,” she says. “We didn’t have enough to begin with, and now we have a tsunami of people looking for assistance — yet that workforce has also gone through this collective traumatic event.”
To identify resources and support in the Granite State, contact info@naminh.org or (800) 242-6264 to leave a confidential message.
if you are a caregiver to young children or elderly family members. Knowing when to say “no” and setting boundaries can protect your time and energy.
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Rekindling the Flame
If you know you’re burned out, what steps can you take to rekindle your flame? Common self-care tips include prioritizing sleep and engaging in relaxing activities such as medication or exercise. Eating nutritious meals and taking mental health days are also important. One significant factor burnedout people share is a lack of connectedness. “Find social support. If you do feel isolated, it’s easy to get into that withdrawal space,” Zukowski says. Even if you don’t work outside the home, you can experience burnout, particularly
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When the gang is about to descend, he’ll say, “No need to make a big dinner, Beck. You’ve been right out straight all day cleaning house, mowing the lawn, repointing the chimney, neutering the livestock. Let’s keep it simple and have a cookout.”
I collapse into a lawn chair with a tall glass of sun-brewed iced tea. After a while, John flips the burgers and goes to remove the dogs … Uh-oh. “Shall I run inside and get a platter?” I say. Platter retrieved. Dogs removed. He saws into the caramelized chicken to check for doneness. Fragrant smoke billows.“See, Beck. Just a cookout,” he says. “Easypeasy. Now, who wants their buns toasted?”
Hmmm, I thought, that’s strange, and watched, as though from a distance, as my arm reached out, my hand moved forward, and my index finger pressed the igniter again. Simultaneously, a thought formed: Uh-oh. Itwasonlyasmall explosion. Just a POOF that singed my eyebrows and sizzled my bangs. Now when we cook outside, we use charcoal, which gives the food a smoky flavor and does not explode. These days, my husband John does most of the cooking out. He thinks he’s good at it.
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So … I trot to the store to buy hamburg, not-meat-burg, dogs, buns and sometimes chicken. Ishape the hamburg and not-meat-burg into patties. Marinate the chicken. Peel and boil potatoes, boil and peel eggs, chop onions and celery for Grandma’s special potato salad.
ittle Sister wasn’t much of cook, but Big Sister said, “If you host the party at your house, I’ll bring the food with instructions. It’ll be easy.” The plan was to serve ham with premade salads, chips, water melon and ice cream. Simple. “All you have to do,” Big Sister said, “is pop the ham in the oven for a couple of hours.” Sure enough, boxes of food appeared on the porch the morning of the gathering. Little Sister put the ice cream in the freezer and the rest in the fridge. Two hours before the party, she popped the big, round ham, which had come conveniently wrapped in foil, into the oven. Came time to eat, table laid, family hungry, she pulled the pièce de résistance from the oven and peeled back the foil. She’d baked the watermelon. I’ve never baked a watermelon. I have, however, roasted a turkey upside down with the giblets inside. I have also served Portuguese kale soup complete with Japanese beetles. The sneaks hid in the curly leaves; like lobster, they turn red when boiled. (Who knew?) As for my homemade veggie burgers, according to one critic they “lacked structural integrity.” No matter. We laugh. We eat. We enjoy each other’s company, because this summer, at last, it seems safe to gather outdoors as a breeze from the west blows residual Covid out to sea.
I toss a green salad with whatever’s ripe in the garden — cukes, zucchini, cherry tomatoes. Slice Big Boys and mozzarella with garlic, oil, fresh basil for Caprese.
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At our house, we like cookouts. Once upon a time, we used a gas grill. Easy. (1) Turn on the gas. (2) Press the igniter. Voilà: flames. Except one time I turned on the gas and pressed the igniter: no flames.
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John enjoys a cold beer with his brother. I cover the picnic table with a cloth. Put out condiments, utensils, plates, cups andWhennapkins. thecharcoal’s hot, John places the burgers, dogs and sometimes chicken on the grate.
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