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Summer Adventures Explore Echo Lake & Franconia Notch
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26 Features
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Franconia Notch State Park
by Lisa Densmore Rugged and enduring beauty.
Project SEARCH
by Mary Gow A winning combination.
Trumbull-Nelson Construction Company
by Mary Gow Building the Upper Valley.
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47 35 Departments 15 Editor’s Note 16 Contributors 18 Online Exclusives 20 Around & About
83 Money Matters
35 Shop Talk
A calendar of events.
by Cassie Horner
by Brian Doyle It’s not your grandfather’s retirement.
86 The Hood & The Hop
Arts and entertainment at Dartmouth.
90 Happenings
95 Advertisers Index 96 Hanover Talks
by Katelyn Turner The J List.
47 Dining Out
by Karen Wahrenberger Hanover’s Noodle Station.
68 Great Ideas
by Rachel Sargent A Montshire summer.
by Mark Dantos Jean Brown, executive director of Friends of Norris Cotton Cancer Center.
42 Sweet Summer
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75 Smart Cooking
Shop, dine, and explore locally!
by Susan Nye Rock the block.
79 Living Well
by Katherine P. Cox Dr. Berger’s advice on body contouring.
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Summertime Fun It’s fi nally summer—thank goodness! How will you choose to spend those lazy, hazy, carefree days? Now is your chance to experience a new adventure, whether it’s marveling at Sue, the amazing T. rex at the Montshire Museum (page 68), or spending the weekend exploring New Hampshire’s well-known Franconia Notch. After an invigorating hike, cool off by taking a dip in the pristine waters of Echo Lake. Lisa Densmore hits all the highlights in her article beginning on page 26. We think you’ll love reading the story about some of the good work the people at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center are doing. Through a program called Project SEARCH, the staff at DHMC and people from other area organizations are working with young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to provide them with workplace training. When it’s time to apply for jobs, King Arthur Flour, The Haven, Hanover Terrace, and Molly’s Restaurant—as well as DHMC—are among the many area employers on the interns’ radar. Writer Mary Gow’s story begins on page 52. We’re also checking out the latest fashions at The J List in Norwich (page 35) and satisfying our hunger at the Noodle Station in Hanover (page 47). While you’re out and about this summer, try to spot buildings constructed by Trumbull-Nelson. The company’s list of accomplishments is huge, so check out their story beginning on page 60 and let us know how many of their structures you fi nd. Many are Upper Valley landmarks! Remember to check out additional stories and events online at www. mountainviewpublishing.com, and Like us on Facebook. Enjoy! •
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Lars grew up in Denmark and has worked as a photojournalist since the early 1990s, covering everything from concerts to conflicts on assignment for the Associated Press, Save the Children, and others. Now based in Norwich, Vermont, with his wife and two kids, he combines photography and writing assignments with graduate work at Dartmouth College.
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A three-time Emmy-winning television producer and host, Lisa has been a familiar face around New England for her work on PBS and for various sports and outdoor networks. An accomplished writer and photographer, she contributes regularly to over 30 regional and national magazines on various adventure travel, nature, and wildlife topics. She has written seven books, including Best Hikes with Dogs: New Hampshire and Vermont and Hiking the Green Mountains.
A fifth-generation Vermonter, Jack was born and raised in central Vermont. He has been a professional photographer for over 35 years, shooting documentary, commercial, and advertising photographs. His work has been published in Time, Newsweek, the New York Times, The Economist, and the Times of London. Since 1992 he has worked with director John O’Brien as associate producer on the feature films Man with a Plan and Nosey Parker.
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Kathy is a freelance writer and former writer and editor for the Keene Sentinel in Keene, New Hampshire. Her work has also appeared in Vermont’s Local Banquet, So Vermont Arts & Living, Our Local Table Monadnock, and the anthology Beyond the Notches: Stories of Place in New Hampshire’s North Country. She was also a writer and producer for Captured Light Studio, Inc., a video and interactive production company in Keene.
Jim has been a full-time photographer since 1990 and is a member of the Professional Photographers of America. In 2001, he opened Mountain Graphics Photography, a professional studio, photo gallery, and custom frame shop in Fairlee, Vermont. His areas of expertise include commercial photography, portraits, and events. He has taught photography and Photoshop classes at River Bend and at New Hampshire Community Technical College, as well as in his own studio.
Karen lives in Hanover and teaches English at Hanover High School. She has four children—her oldest is an OB resident, and her youngest is in middle school. Karen has published her first novel on Kindle, The Stroller Club, which is about a group of Upper Valley women who meet at a birthing class. A vegetarian for 30 years, Karen enjoys cooking and keeping a vegetable garden. When not reading students’ papers, Karen finds time for regular Bikram yoga practice.
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Norwich Historical Society House & Garden Tour
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This year's House & Garden Tour is set for Saturday, June 28. Photos by Rob Karosis Photography.
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Clockwise from top left: Paddle for Jazzie team members paddled in memory of their friend who died. Orford boat launch. Gilligan, Skipper, and crew. WCBH CEO Suellen Griffin. Background: Arrival at Wilson's Landing.
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he Connecticut River becomes a powerful location for the annual event of building connections and raising funds called PADDLEPOWER, this year set for Saturday, August 16, and Sunday, August 17. PADDLEPOWER brings together hundreds of paddlers and volunteers dedicated to suicide prevention, the thirdleading cause of death among people under the age of 35. The funds raised support the programs of West Central Behavioral Health, a nonprofit mental health agency headquartered in Lebanon, New Hampshire. The organization’s 24-hour crisis hotline, staffed by highly trained licensed clinicians, is available to anyone. “Drawing attention to the issue of suicide and raising funds to support emergency services and suicide prevention is vital this year,” says Suellen Griffin, CEO of West Central Behavioral Health. “During the last three years, our community has suffered the tragic loss of five teenagers to suicide. We must
be vigilant in our provision of crisis intervention services and keen to the warning signs of major depression and suicide.” The two-day event begins on the Connecticut River in Orford, New Hampshire, where teams of paddlers gather for the launch. Funds are raised through teams finding individual, business, or organizational sponsors to support their participation. Teams register to participate and provide their own boats and equipment, including camping gear for the Saturday night sleepover. At designated rest stops with the help of volunteers, the event’s organizers supply food, water, drinks, first aid, entertainment, support, and fun. Safety staff and volunteers are always ready to assist anyone who needs a hand; if participants get fatigued, develop aches and pains or blisters, need water or a snack, they will find easy assistance. For more information and to register for a campsite, call (603) 448-0126 or visit www.paddlepower.org. •
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Pilgrimage for Earth:
From Loss to Hope Thomas Troeger.
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he idea of a pilgrimage in the Christian faith dates back to the third and fourth centuries. It is a time of spiritual growth and reflection, as pilgrims travel to sites of special significance. This summer from Thursday, June 26, through Sunday, June 29, people in the Upper Valley will have the opportunity to join in a pilgrimage to a variety of beautiful sites as they reflect on the losses the Earth has suffered as a result of the work of human hands and the hope for the future. Pilgrimage for Earth: From Loss to Hope is a liturgy festival combining live music, preaching, and workshops to inspire participants. The four-day event begins on Thursday, June 26, at the newly created Church of the Woods in Canterbury, New Hampshire. On Friday, June 27, the pilgrimage stops at a site
on the Connecticut River before proceeding to Norwich, Vermont, and on Saturday, June 28, to Killington, Vermont. The pilgrimage concludes on Sunday, June 29, in Hanover, New Hampshire at St. Thomas Episcopal Church with a service accompanied by choirs and a brass ensemble. “This event aims to bring people together who know in their hearts what we as humans have done to hurt our Earth, to give the opportunity to express this pain, and to offer hope for the future through faith in God’s power to bring life out of death,” reflects the Rev. Norman MacLeod of St. James Episcopal Church in Woodstock, Vermont. Thomas Troeger, principal speaker, is a poet and a professor of preaching at Yale Divinity School. Music will include bagpipes and African drumming as well as a choral ensemble
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directed by Lindsey Warren, conductor of the Thetford Chamber Singers and the a capella group Zephyrus. The programs on Saturday feature meditation, hikes, conversation, and choral singing. The Pilgrimage for Earth is the 2014 Liturgy Festival of St. James Episcopal Church in Woodstock, Vermont, and the opening event for the Church of the Woods. Everyone is welcome at this event. For more information, visit www.pilgrimageforearth.org or contact Rev. Norman MacLeod at (802) 457-1727. •
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t least once each summer, I leave Hanover for a more dramatic landscape. I don’t need to go far, just an hour to the northeast to Franconia Notch State Park. This eight-mile stretch of mountains and lakes is an outdoor playground on a grand scale. When I hike to the top of Franconia Ridge on the east side of the Notch or to the summit of Cannon Mountain or the Kinsmans on the west side, the views toward Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont take my breath away. 
Franconia Notch State Park Rugged and enduring beauty
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The view into Franconia Notch as one descends Mount Lafayette (5,249 feet), the highest peak on Franconia Ridge.
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Above: Echo Lake and the ski trails on Cannon Mountain from Artist's Bluff. Right: Subalpine bunchberry blooms during the summer beside many hiking trails in Franconia Notch. Opposite: One of the many spectacular waterfalls in Franconia Notch, this one by the Falling Waters Trail.
Sometimes I bring my bike and ride the Franconia Notch Bicycle Path, stopping now and again to examine a wildflower or watch a bird flit from branch to branch among the hardwoods and firs. Some of the trees in the Notch are over 250 years old. After my ride or hike, I take a dip in Echo Lake, below Artist’s Bluff where painters from near and far rendered the historic Profile House with their brushes and multihued palettes. Built in the 1870s, Profile House was named for the legendary Old Man of the Mountain, the
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Clockwise from top: Trail signs atop Mount Lafayette overlooking the 45,000-acre Pemigewasset Wilderness. Clintonia, also called trout lily, colors the forest floor in June. Painted trillium, another forest flower. A hiker on the viewing platform atop Cannon Mountain.
symbol of New Hampshire’s granitelike strength. Profile House burned in 1923, and the Old Man slipped from his cliff-side perch in 2003, but both still fascinate visitors. The famous orator and statesman Daniel Webster, a native of New Hampshire, once wrote, “Men hang out their signs indicative of their respective trades; shoe makers hang out a gigantic shoe; jewelers a monster
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Clockwise from top: The Franconia Ridge Trail/Appalachian Trail, a spectacular alpine traverse. Footbridge near the trailhead for the Falling Waters Trail. Mountain sandwort, a fragile alpine wildflower, blooms in July above tree line. A hiker among the krummholtz at the edge of the alpine zone on Cannon Mountain.
watch, and the dentist hangs out a gold tooth; but up in the Mountains of New Hampshire, God Almighty has hung out a sign to show that there He makes men.” I’d like to think that he made a few women there too, or at least this mountain-loving one. Whenever I visit Franconia Notch State Park, I feel refreshed and invigorated. New Hampshire’s “sign” may have crumbled, but the park remains a place of enduring, rugged beauty. •
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Where shopping is always fun By Katelyn Turner Photos by Jack Rowell
Colorful mint-green scarves with bright gold elephants. Beautiful bamboo shirts, soft and light to the touch. Candles with scents that make you feel as though you’re sitting on a beach. A greeting card that says, “I was thinking of you, and then I started thinking about bacon.” These are just a small sampling of the unique and exuberant items that Jill Butler sells at her store, The J List, in Norwich, Vermont. Butler exemplifies the atmosphere of The J List, her namesake store, which can be described as a creatively fun, colorful, and positive place to be. “I want my store to feel a bit like a party, with conversation and laughter. When people come in, I want their experience to be meaningful in that they feel tended to and welcome. I hope people feel good about what they buy,” she says. “I want people to leave here feeling happy. Shopping shouldn’t be difficult or frustrating.” »
Top: Employee Julia Morris checks on sizes for a customer. Above: A wooden sailboat model mixes with clothing and a beach tote.
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Practical, Well Made, and Well Priced All the items customers peruse in her store, everything from clothes to jewelry to baby gifts—and much more—have been selected by Butler herself. “Seventy percent of what’s in this store is American made. I prefer the clothing I carry to be practical—machine washable, comfortable, and able to be worn dressier or more casually,” she says. Butler started The J List in her dining room in January 2001. Previously, she had worked in the entertainment public relations business and then in oncology social work. “It was becoming hard to do certain kinds of work part-time because of my children, so I started my business in my dining room, where it fit into my life,” Butler says. After Christmas that same year, she moved her business to a basement location on South Main Street in Norwich, Vermont. When the space she currently occupies at 289 South Main Street opened up, she moved in, and she’s been there for the past 11 years. » 36
Clockwise from top: A customer holds up a shirt she likes. Assorted necklaces hang from pink antlers. Owner Jill Butler. Stainless steel radius necklace. Tocca soaps and lotions. Dotted romper and vegan leather Moto jacket and blue jeans.
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A resident of Norwich, Butler says the location has been perfect for her. “Norwich is such a great place to be. The people here are smart, relaxed, and open—although I do love the city too. I get to have that ‘fix’ when I go on buying trips there,” she says. “I get to go and experience the excitement of the city, and then come back here where everything is laid back. It’s a great job.” Butler goes to New York City five to seven times a year to buy for the following season or two. “I love going to the shows and talking with people, and getting a feel for trends. Shows are the most efficient use of time because you can browse everything in one place— clothing, accessories, and gifts. I try to think from a consumer’s point of view: Would I buy that? At that price? How would I use it? Where would I wear it? Sometimes, I buy things with certain customers in mind,” she says. “I’m very visceral—I buy the things I understand and that feel right. I want what I sell to be practical, well made, and well priced. I want people to feel good about themselves when they leave the store.” This theme is peppered throughout The J List. Above a full-length mirror near her dressing rooms hangs a sign that says, “You’re Pretty.” She sells bracelets that read “You Rock” and “You Are Very Loved.” She carries tee shirts from a nonprofit called For Girls Sake—the proceeds of which go to fund education for girls and women around the world. » SUMMER 2014 • HERE IN H ANOVER
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S H O P TA L K Although Butler says her store is somewhat of a “secret” in terms of not being on a main road, she has a loyal and local clientele that she loves. “I have the nicest customers, and whoever finds their way over here is always great,” she says. The J List can accommodate the needs of people of all ages. “I have high school girls who work here, and they wear the clothes, and one of my favorite customers, Isabelle, who is 90, comes in after she’s been skiing or playing golf,” says Butler of the diversity of her clientele.
Supporting the Community Although there's not a show scheduled this year, in past years The J List has participated in a fashion show with other area stores hosted at Hanover High School, to showcase the latest styles and accessories. “The kids would model—we had 12 to 13 models—and wear things from the store, and it was fun for me to see how they put outfits together. The event benefitted the high school and a local charity. There was a catwalk and a DJ, and the kids rocked the runway,” she says. In December of last year, The J List participated in “19 Days of Norwich,” where local businesses gave one percent of all their sales to the Upper Valley Haven. When that event ended, Butler decided to make it a yearlong event but instead give to other local organizations in need that might not be as visible. Every four months, a different organization receives one percent of The J List’s sales during that time. The J List is a lively boutique for people of all ages, and when you go, Butler will make sure you enjoy your experience. “I’m all about laughing and enjoying life,” Butler says. “It’s shopping—it should fun.” •
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Just Paradise Color Specialist Salon & Tanning At Just Paradise, our friendly, caring, and listening team strives to enhance your personal beauty and wellness. We choose products that are gentle for you and the environment while giving exceptional results. Our services reflect our passion, continual education, skill, and creativity. At Just Paradise YOU are our focus and you are our special guest each and every time you visit. 443 Miracle Mile Lebanon, NH (603) 448-1244 www.justparadisesalon.com Open Mon–Sat
Lou’s Restaurant A tradition since 1947, Lou’s Restaurant and Bakery is proud to be a certified green restaurant with a focus on locally sourced food products. We enjoy serving our strawberry rhubarb and peach blueberry pies, made only with local fruit and berries. Indulge in a thick, creamy milkshake, and for a retro treat, try it malted. Breakfast all day, and you can order our bakery products online. Care packages and catering available. 30 South Main Street Hanover, NH (603) 643-3321 www.lousrestaurant.net Mon–Fri 6am–3pm Sat & Sun 7am–3pm
Lemon Tree Gifts of Hanover Distinctive Gifts, Jewelry & Home Décor for Every Person, Season, and Occasion! Lemon Tree offers unique items for everyone, including babies, men, tweens, and even your pet! Locally made products include the only bourbon barrel aged maple syrup in Vermont. You’ll discover an array of beautiful things, including scarves, jewelry, watches, perfume, candles, ties, home lighting, and much more. We look forward to being part of your Hanover shopping experience! 44 South Main Street (Under Starbucks– Lebanon St. entry) Hanover, NH (603) 643-5388 LemonTreeGifts.com Open daily
Hanover True Value Consider Us Your Weber Headquarters! Enjoy grilling at its finest on the Weber Summit Series. Combining all the top features, this dramatic six-burner gas grill proudly boasts everything from a Sear Station smoker box and burner to an infrared rotisserie burner and Tuck-Away motor with separate fork and spit storage, side burner, LED tank scale, and enhanced lighted knobs. Factory Authorized Weber Sales & Service. 7 South Street Hanover, NH (800) 643-2308 www.TrueValue.com Open 7 days
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White River Yarns Inspiration • Quality • Service
The J List
A full-service yarn shop next to the Junction Frame Shop, with over 100 brands of yarns and fibers in every imaginable color and weight. The largest yarn shop in the Upper Valley, featuring a huge variety of notions and accessories. Knit Night on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Senior discounts every Wednesday (65+). Join the lending library. Classes offered regularly.
Fine & Exuberant Clothing & Gifts Smart, stylish, fun, and welledited, THE J LIST has clothing and gifts for the way we really live. We offer fabulous sweaters, tunics, tops, dresses, skirts, pants, sleepwear, jewelry, bags, scarves, and baby clothing that you won’t see everywhere. Personalized service, phone orders, wrapping, and shipping are our pleasure.
49 South Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 295-9301 whiteriveryarns@gmail.com www.whiteriveryarns.com
Norwich Square 289 Main Street Norwich, VT (802) 649-9000 www.thejlistonline.com
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Cabinetry Concepts & Surface Solutions For both residential and commercial projects, Cabinetry Concepts’ design professionals can help create more functional space for any home or commercial project and offer the widest variety of stock or custom cabinetry options, countertop materials, and cabinetry hardware. Surface Solutions showcases the newest materials from VogueBay and Artistic Tile to assist architects, designers, and homeowners to create fresh and innovative looks in porcelain, glass, marble, or natural stone for any surface. A fully stocked contractors’ warehouse offers Mapei setting materials, Wedi Shower Systems, and custom tile-cutting services. Just off I-89, Exit 19 227 Mechanic Street Lebanon, NH (603) 442-6740 (603) 442-6750 www.cabinetryconceptsNH.com www.surfacesolutionsNH.com Mon–Fri 8am–5pm; Sat 9am–3pm
Carpenter & Main Chef/owner Bruce MacLeod has cooked in San Francisco, South Carolina, and Virginia, but his loyalties lie here in Vermont. Carpenter & Main features carefully prepared local ingredients in the French tradition. Two intimate dining rooms provide elegant dining, and a lively bistro features casual offerings and a fully appointed bar. 326 Main Street Norwich, VT (802) 649-2922 www.carpenterandmain.com Dinner is served Wed–Sun evenings: Bistro 5:30–10pm Dining Rooms 6–9pm Closed Mon and Tue 44
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Men’s Top Choice At Men’s Top Choice, you’re the man! This upscale, full-service salon caters to a man’s every need. Whether it’s a quick stop for the basic service or a full-service visit for some extra pampering, we offer a relaxed atmosphere in a space that’s intimate and masculine. Kick back with a complimentary glass of wine, spring water, or gourmet coffee. Our comfy leather chairs and flat screen TV will occupy your senses while you wait. Located in the heart of Hanover, in the Nugget Arcade building. For your convenience we offer 24/7 online booking at Vagaro.com/menstopchoice. 53 South Main Street Hanover, NH (603) 653-0055 Open Tue–Sat
Salubre Trattoria The Upper Valley’s Choice for Fresh Seafood!
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Salubre Trattoria Urban Italian Restaurant—a patch of time and space to enjoy good food, wine, and the company of friends. Dinner served nightly at 5pm. Lunch at Salubre offers fresh paninis featuring house-baked artisan bread, soups, and salads, every day but Sunday. View our Business Luncheon Catering menu, make reservations and more at SalubreHanover.com.
Bed & Breakfast
3 Lebanon Street Hanover, NH (603) 643-2007 www.SalubreHanover.com Dinner: Open daily at 5pm
Family run since 1995, we offer luxury country lodgings in a relaxed setting just four miles from downtown Hanover. On 16 acres with a swimming pond and trails, we have six spacious rooms with amenities galore. Our sumptuous breakfasts offer a mouthwatering array of entrées. Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, The Trumbull House B&B is the place to stay. Free parking and Wi-Fi. 40 Etna Road Hanover, NH (603) 643-2370 (603) 651-5141 www.trumbullhouse.com
King Arthur Flour Watch artisan bakers at work in our bakery. Shop for all your baking needs, from top-quality ingredients to tools, mixes, pans, and more. Sign up for a class. Sample treats from our demo kitchen. Enjoy a gourmet coffee and pastry, sandwich, salad, or pizza from our café. Catch the sun on our deck; check your email. Relax and enjoy the return of summer at King Arthur Flour! 135 Route 5 South Norwich, VT (802) 649-3361 www.kingarthurflour.com Open daily 7:30am–6pm
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Hanover’s Noodle Station
By Karen Wahrenberger Photos by Lars Blackmore
The Marco Polo of restaurants
Below: Three Asian options are ready to be served. Ten house creations are available.
Both Italy and China claim the invention of the noodle, and though archeological evidence tends to favor China in that debate, it is still difficult to decide which country prepares the most irresistible noodle cuisine. At the new Noodle Station in Hanover, customers can choose which end of the Silk Road’s culinary delights to explore, thanks to the unique heritage of Samantha Chu, the restaurant’s owner. Chu, who owns and manages the Noodle Station and the Swirl and Pearl frozen yogurt bar with her husband Christopher Gale, has a father from Hong Kong and a mother with Italian roots. »
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Top: Owners Samantha Chu and Christopher Gale. Above: Sautéeing one of the dishes. Right: Line cook Amber Blanchette at work.
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in May 2013 to open her own restaurant in a partnership with her parents in the Hanover location she had long dreamed of. Samantha created the unique menu that includes both Chinese and Italian noodle dishes, with at least one American favorite, the Grown Up Mac ’n Cheese.
Asian, Italian, or Custom? Favorite Asian items on the menu include Peter’s Special, a lo mein with vegetables and a choice of chicken, beef, shrimp, or tofu in a seasoned sauce, and the Thai Tiger, a rice vermicelli noodle dish sautéed with veg-
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etables and a choice of meats, shrimp, and tofu in a spicy sauce. Popular Italian fare includes Primo Pesto and Creamy Alfredo, both fettuccine dishes, and the Classic Italiano, spaghetti and meatballs. In addition to regular menu options, customers can create their own personalized noodle dishes, choosing from eight noodle varieties (including two that are gluten free). The noodles can be sautéed with one of ten varieties of homemade Chinese, Thai, or Italian sauces (five that are vegan), along with a choice of meat or tofu, and three of ten vegetables prepped ahead. Each of these dishes is only $9, ordered at the counter and prepared within minutes on the large hooded stove in view of the restaurant’s booths and tables. The Noodle Station also offers classic appetizers for both Asian and Italian cuisine such as garlic bread, egg rolls, crab Rangoon, and chicken wings. A variety of bottled sodas and waters are available, but those seeking an authentic experience will try the bubble tea, a specialty offered at both the Noodle Station and the adjoining Swirl and Pearl. This Asian treat is offered hot, iced, or blended in 20 different flavors, including fruit teas. The teas are offered with or without marble-sized tapioca “bubbles” on the bottom, which can be sucked up with an extra-large straw. The bubSUMMER 2014 • HERE IN H ANOVER
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Clockwise from top: Mariah Ramos helps a customer. Samantha and Amber at work. Julia Heroy helps a customer in the Swirl and Pearl area. Asian Persuasion with chicken.
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staff. She enjoys cooking in front of the customers and comes over to check how they are enjoying their noodles. She says repeat customers “almost become your family.” Samantha recalls one woman who comes on a regular basis and is always excited to be there. She enjoys seeing the staff grab the noodles and cook the meal. She loves the concept of the restaurant and brings a different friend each time; they always save room for dessert at the Swirl and Pearl. The frozen yogurt bar, which is just on the other side of the restaurant, has eight different serve-yourself flavors and a toppings bar with more than 30 different options, such as real fruit pieces, gummy bears, chocolate chips, and sprinkles.
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Customers Are the Priority Opening a restaurant is hard work. Samantha and her husband work long hours; in fact, for the first 160 days they were open, they never took a day off. She says, “It’s important to be present” because she wants to make sure her customers are the priority. These days she and her husband take two days a week off, and her sister helps manage the restaurant. She says she can’t trust her customers’ satisfaction to just anybody. She feels that her business is “almost an extension of her home,” and she wants her customers to feel “comfortable and enjoy the food and the atmosphere.” In the summer, she looks forward to opening the 40-seat patio in back of the restaurant, allowing customers to enjoy the warm weather. Samantha is excited for the future as she grows her customer base, which includes “just about everyone” from students to families to couples. She feels that it’s important to enjoy what you do, and her cheerful smile reveals that she is doing just that. •
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Project SEARCH A winning combination
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Above: Career Coach Harriet St. Laurent (Pathways of the River Valley) congratulates intern Tesha Thibodeau on a job well done. Left: Project SEARCH interns (from left) Carly Coulter, Dylan Cadreact, Dan Matthews, Tesha Thibodeau, Cristy Golec, and Patrice Tsetsi looking professional before heading off to their DHMC departments to begin their shifts.
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Right: Intern Tesha Thibodeau confidently and competently operates the industrial-sized paper shredder in the Waste Management department. Below: Intern Dan Matthews works with his supervisor Alan Gosselin to prepare an educational scenario in the Simulation Lab. Bottom right: Intern Carly Coulter works with Linda Clickner, area agency Project SEARCH Coordinator (Lincoln Street, Inc.), to update her employment documents.
Dan is one of six interns gaining work experience and studying at DHMC this year with Project SEARCH, an innovative program that provides workplace training for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As they gain job training, the interns are contributing members of the DHMC community. In the Simulation Lab, Blood Bank, Dining Services—about a dozen departments altogether—Project SEARCH interns are helping in the good work of DHMC. From their internships and training here, these young people develop skills and confidence to seek and hold long-term employment in the Upper Valley and beyond. (The program originated at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, with SEARCH as an acronym for Students Exploring Alternative Resources Children’s Hospital. The acronym isn’t used anymore because it really does not fit the program since it has expanded, according to Charee Partee, Project SEARCH staff member at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.) “This is an opportunity for young adults to learn transferable job skills and improve their communication and social skills, such that they are able to get jobs and be successful in them,” says Sarah McKinney, Project SEARCH instructor. “These folks who participate in Project SEARCH devote a year to improving their skills, and they should be very competitive in the job market.” 54
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Partnerships for Success The first Project SEARCH was launched at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center in the late 1990s. The founding concept was that, as the hospital served individuals with developmental disabilities, it could also be proactive in training and hiring people in this group. From the partnership model developed in Cincinnati, there are now over 200 Project SEARCH programs in the US and abroad. Dartmouth-Hitchcock’s Project SEARCH, with its first class of interns in 2011–2012, is a partnership between DHMC, the special education office of the Hartford School District, New Hampshire and Vermont Vocational Rehabilitation, and the
agencies Pathways of the River Valley in New Hampshire and Lincoln Street, Inc., in Vermont. This year’s group of six interns comes from around the Upper Valley. In their late teens and early 20s, they have a range of talents and abilities. A dedicated group, the interns keep full schedules, starting at DHMC at 8am each weekday. Several of them make long commutes on public transportation to get here. Their home base at DHMC is a bright fourth-floor classroom. Quotes they have collected about leadership and teamwork are posted on the walls. A poster with Ashton Kutcher’s advice reminds them that “Opportunity looks a lot like work.” On their conference table is a clipboard with their walking tally. Equipped with pedometers, SUMMER 2014 • HERE IN H ANOVER
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the interns log the distances they walk daily; they are closing in on their goal of collectively going the full length of the Appalachian Trail—2,180 miles. In daily class time, they work with McKinney and career coaches on life and communication skills and professional behavior. They develop resumes and cover letters, and practice interviewing. They learn health and safety procedures—and how to use DHMC’s pagers. Personal finance, strategies for dealing with conflicts, and many other practical skills are part of their curriculum.
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Interns Cristy Golec (with Career Coach Harriet St. Laurent) and Dylan Cadreact (right) work on gathering background information for presentations on phone skills and networking.
in the clinic. Dylan Cadreact of Enfield Center is constantly moving in the thirdfloor café, maintaining countertops and tables, restocking food and beverages— attentive that expiration dates are clearly visible on milk and other products. Patrice Tsetsi of Charlestown, at the
Outpatient Surgery Center, helps with equipment and stocking there, and also makes frequent specimen runs, taking the DHMC bus to deliver materials to appropriate laboratories. In DHMC’s environmentally acclaimed Waste and Recycling Department, Tesha Thibodeau of Wilder conscientiously loads cardboard from a cart into a compacting chute. “I’m a routine person,” she says, explaining that she likes working her assignments, including paper shredding, cleaning
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Intern Patrice Tsetsi and Career Coach Harriet St. Laurent (Pathways of the River Valley) work together to locate contact information for a potential employer.
carts and equipment, and processing CDs through a machine that makes them unreadable, protecting patient privacy. “I’m proud that I get as much work done as I do.” “Our department and Project SEARCH are a good combination. We benefit from the added help, and we provide training in jobs that the interns find fulfilling. They do a good variety of manual tasks, allowing other people in the department to focus on jobs that require more training, like treatment and disposal of medical waste,” says John Leigh, DHMC manager of Waste and Recycling. “We clearly benefit from the added help of the Project SEARCH interns, but we also benefit from the nice bonds created with many of them. Those connections are very fulfilling for many of us in the department.”
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a possible position involving animal care. King Arthur Flour, The Haven, Hanover Terrace, and Molly’s Restaurant are among the many area employers on the interns’ radar. As they prepare to graduate, they are ready for new opportunities. They’ve grown through the year and experienced success. “They are confident. Walking through the hospital, their shoulders are held high,” says McKinney. “Interns are valued for their contributions, and I think that feels amazing. For some of them, it’s the first time that has happened. Discovering career paths you previously thought were not an option, and doing things you never thought you could do before is huge.” •
Learn More “This program is competitive and appropriate only for individuals who are interested in working,” says Project SEARCH educator Sarah McKinney. Interns in Project SEARCH have completed their high school requirements. For students with disabilities, it is ideal to plan ahead for Project SEARCH, laying the groundwork during high school in order to enroll in the program as a transition year. For more information about River Valley Project SEARCH at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, please contact Andrea Henry at (603) 650-7057 or at Andrea.C.Henry@ Hitchcock.org, or Sarah L. McKinney at 6506439 or at Sarah.L.McKinney@hitchcock.org.
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TrumbullNelson Construction Company Building the Upper Valley In town centers and out in the countryside throughout the Upper Valley, usually without knowing it, you see buildings by Trumbull-Nelson Construction Company of Hanover. In 97 years, Trumbull-Nelson and generations of their employees have helped shape the region’s built environment. The company’s name is cast in the cornerstones of schools— in Grantham Village, Bellows Falls, Lebanon, Keene, Hanover, and elsewhere. The Upper Valley’s largest general contractor, Trumbull-Nelson has built scores of public buildings. Steadily through the years, the company has also built and remodeled houses, lots of houses. » Inset: Trumbull-Nelson’s crew of employees, ready to take on the Extreme Home Makeover project, Lyme, New Hampshire. Right: Beautiful living in a small footprint for conservation-minded clients, Thetford, Vermont.
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This year, in addition to all its commercial and institutional work, this longtime locally owned and managed company launched Trumbull Homes, a division focused on residences. “Residential construction was the beginning of our company, but people sometimes forget that when they see TrumbullNelson’s larger institutional and commercial projects,” says Christian Ufford, the third generation of his family in the company and Trumbull Homes Project Manager. “We’ve been building homes since 1917. From making your screen door in our millwork shop to renovating your bathroom or kitchen, to putting on an addition or building a new home—we do it all.” 62
An Upper Valley Tradition Founded in 1917 by W.H. (Harry) Trumbull, the company started in downtown Hanover. “The company built a lot of the nicer houses in the Upper Valley. They’ve owned a sawmill and tracts of land. In the winter our employees would go into the woods, cut the trees, mill the lumber, and then build the houses in the summer,” says Ron Bauer, executive vice president of Trumbull-Nelson. Sometimes when renovating homes from that era, carpenters still find TrumbullNelson stamped on windows and other features. In the 1920s with the expansion of public schools, Trumbull-Nelson began its career in school construction, including Lebanon High School in 1928.
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Trumbull-Nelson’s millwork craftsmen created an elegantly practical kitchen in this Thetford, Vermont, home.
That specialty continues. Ownership of the firm has changed through the decades, but always internally. “People grow in this company,” says Ron Bauer, who started at Trumbull-Nelson in 1981 as an entry-level estimator, worked his way up, and bought in as an owner. Larry Ufford, now Trumbull-Nelson’s president, followed his father, Leonard Ufford, who joined the company in the mid 1960s. Larry and his sons, including Christian, have had plenty of hammer-swinging experience along the way. »
Interior and exterior views of a private residence in Thetford, Vermont.
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Above: Interior and exterior views of a Thetford residence. (Photo by Tom McNeill) Right: A welcoming entrance to the Extreme Home project, Lyme, New Hampshire. (Photo by Tom McNeill) Below: Trumbull-Nelson employees and volunteers march to the Extreme Home project. (Photo by Tom McNeill)
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build a 6,000-square-foot house with six bedrooms and five bathrooms in just five days,” recalls Ron Bauer. “We had a schedule that filled one wall and had every hour mapped out. It was a huge community effort. Around 3,000 volunteers worked on it.” The producers of the show had contacted Trumbull-Nelson about leading
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this colossal effort to build a home for a deserving family. They had to do it on time, donating labor and material, and working with the celebrity cast and camera crews on site. “We did a lot of planning,” says Ron, “but managing the process was second nature to us.” With the advance notice of approximately 30 days before construction started, Trumbull-
Nelson preconstructed some elements of the home to be ready for the rush. Many other local trades people signed on, also generously donating labor and expertise. The project also had its surprises—including an unexpected septic system in the path of the foundation and torrential rain that made everything more challenging. On the fifth day, when the Extreme Makeover bus pulled away in its signature “reveal,” the home was complete, including trees and shrubs in the gardens and quilts on the beds! Besides completing projects on time, with their extensive experience Trumbull-Nelson also has a reputation for completing its projects on budget. Notes Ron, “Our estimates hold up. We tend to flush out the problems before they happen because we can be more thorough. We have professional estimators, and we have extensive databases of historical information that we can fall back on. When putting together an estimate, we know the questions to ask because we’ve done it before.”
Craftsmen Who Can Do It All Clients also benefit from the superb quality of custom cabinetry and finish details produced in Trumbull-Nelson’s on-premise millwork shop. Experienced craftsmen in the millwork shop create cabinetry, moldings, staircases, and other fine woodworking details that finish a home—and in whatever wood species the homeowner and architect select. Custom countertops, shutters, details to match existing trim or features in historic homes, Trumbull-Nelson’s craftsmen do it all. “We can make a watch out of wood,” jokes Ron. Creating all these projects, from a custom screen door to the 90,000-square-foot Harvest Hill at Alice Peck Day Hospital to Dartmouth’s Corey Ford Rugby Clubhouse to the Mount Sunapee Base Lodge and more, requires a strong and skilled team. These days, Trumbull-Nelson typically has between 70 and 100 employees. » SUMMER 2014 • HERE IN H ANOVER
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Above: Newly built private residence with timeless charm, Hanover, New Hampshire. Right: The former H.W. Carter overall factory was transformed into the stunning AVA Gallery and Art Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire.
“Since we’ve been around so long, you can’t go anywhere without seeing a Trumbull-Nelson building. You also can’t go anywhere in the Upper Valley without running into Trumbull-Nelson employees and former employees. Just recently I spoke with someone who worked for us from 1951 to 1960 and could tell stories about when we started work on the Hopkins Center. It’s amazing to talk with people who have worked with the company through the years,” says Christian Ufford. “There aren’t a lot of industries where you can say, ‘I built something and it’s going to be there for 100 years.’” •
Trumbull-Nelson General Contractor and Construction Manager 200 Lebanon Street Hanover, NH (603) 643-3658 59 Elm Street Montpelier, VT (802) 225-8988 www.t-n.com
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Summer Learning springs from play By Rachel Sargent Photos courtesy of Montshire Museum
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It’s a hot, sunny, summer day, and I’m standing behind the Montshire Museum of Science’s Science Pushcart in the official blue Explainer apron. A family passes by on their way out, and their little girl, bubbling over with excitement after her museum visit, swoops down on a fallen leaf. “This is the coolest leaf in the world!” she exclaims. “You should keep it,” I tell her. “I’m saving it for science,” she announces, placing it decisively on the pushcart with the fossils. She dashes off, swooping down on a stone. “This is perfect
for science too!” she declares, waving it over her head. “Mom! I’m finding tons of things that are perfect for science!” In many ways, this little girl captured my own early experiences at the Montshire. Once upon a time, I was just as thrilled with my childhood visits to the Museum and the science I was discovering. Now, as an adult and a Museum educator, stories like this are why I believe informal science education and science museums like the Montshire are so valuable. » Above: An up-close look at nature. Left: Water bells in Science Park. Below: Science Discovery Lab.
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Inspiring an Early Interest As a kid, I pestered my parents to make the hour-plus drive to visit the Museum. Once there, I would dash through the front doors, only to have my pace halted 10 steps in, mesmerized by the tank of “sea enemies.” Some of my first experiences with basic science concepts came from Montshire exhibits: how bubbles behave, paper helicopter aerodynamics, and the scale of space. These early, informal experiences had a profound effect: I went on to study biology, ultimately working as a lab technician on cutting-edge science in botany, marine biology, and neurobiology. Along the way, I discovered the importance and the joy of sharing the excitement of science and became more involved in museum education, until I ended up where I had started—at the Montshire, but this time behind the blue apron. Almost half of Montshire’s visitors come during the summer months, so the museum hires extra Explainers who greet people at the Museum entrance, wander the Museum and Science Park talking to visitors, and lead special ac70
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Engaging for All Ages Hardly a day went by without a unique and memorable Montshire moment. One of my favorite lab programs was Kitchen Chemistry—using purple cabbage juice as a pH indicator on baking soda and vinegar. It’s only a matter of time before kids figure out what baking soda and vinegar do together, and I always appreciated the snippets I’d overhear, usually along the lines of, “I never knew chemistry was so much fun!” One boy came to my microscope lab and
Clockwise from top: Sue. © The Field Museum. Flesh skull of a T. rex. © The Field Museum. Leafcutter ants. Science Discovery Lab activity. Woodland Garden.
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Launching a hot-air balloon.
stayed for 45 minutes, asking for more to see under the microscope until I had no more samples. Then there was the little girl who came to a colormixing activity and asked for paper to “record her results.” I thought she wanted to dip the paper in to save her colors; instead, I watched her carefully fill a page with notes about which primary colors in which amounts created each new hue. While many associate the Montshire with small children, some of my most memorable interactions have involved more mature visitors. In one of my first glider-building programs, I offered a grandfather the necessary materials, but he waved them away, insisting, “I’m just here for him,” pointing to a young grandson. Five minutes later, both heads were bent over, equally intent on constructing a glider masterpiece. Later, a woman came to our pond-water observation activity and spent nearly an hour carefully isolating a near-microscopic copepod, examining it under a microscope, and identifying it in a book. 72
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A Fun-Filled Science Summer For those of all ages who enjoy digging deeper into science, the Museum hosts Super Science Saturdays throughout the summer. This summer’s events include Up, Up, and Away on July 12, covering the physics of flight. On July 26, Nature: Up Close and Personal looks closely at the life around us. Splash! Exploring Water on August 9 features the science of water, and Microworlds: Investigation of the Very Small on August 23 offers opportunities to magnify the microscopic. This summer the museum has an especially exciting exhibition coming all the way from Chicago’s Field Museum: A T. Rex Named Sue. Named for her discoverer Sue Hendrickson, Sue is the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered. The story paleontologists can read in her fossilized bones reveals tantalizing clues about life in the Cretaceous Period and about the growth and behavior of these legendary predators in particular. The centerpiece of the show is a life-sized cast of Sue’s skeleton, but the exhibition also includes elements to engage all the senses while learning about Sue’s scientific importance. Visitors will be able to touch replicas of Sue’s bones, view the world through dino-vision, use their sense of smell to find food like a T. rex, and listen to how experts gave Sue’s skull a CT scan, among other unique interactive opportunities. Sue will be visiting the Montshire Museum from May 17 to September 7—don’t miss her! The Montshire shows us that we never stop learning, that learning can come from play, and that children and adults alike enjoy expanding their minds. I, for one, intend to stay in touch with my inner scientist, the little girl who was so excited to learn something new that she would run all the way to the museum. •
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Rock the Block It’s time for some neighborhood fun! By Susan Nye
From an adventure on the beach to zoning out in the backyard, summer is filled with at least a thousand varieties of fun. After a particularly cold winter, it’s great to be outdoors and connect with your neighbors. Why not get together and “Rock the Block”? Whether you join forces on the Fourth of July or a random Saturday in August, enjoy some good family fun and great food. A few ideas for fun . . .
Anytime is a good time for a bike parade, but especially on Independence Day. Create your own neighborhood extravaganza with playing cards rattling the spokes of bike wheels and loads of crepe paper and streamers.
A fun run is great exercise and works up an appetite. Kick the day off with a race around the park or a fullscale 10K. Feel free to encourage costumes and hand out lots of prizes. If running is not your thing, how about volleyball, softball, or soccer? The possibilities for the number of games are limited only by the size of your neighborhood. Unless there is a pool or beach nearby, make sure you have a few sprinklers handy to cool off afterwards. »
Menu Grilled Vegetables & Couscous Salad Watermelon-Limeade Peanutty Chocolate Chip Cookies
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Grilled Vegetables & Couscous Salad ▷ SERVES 8 Juice of ½ to 1 lemon 3 cloves garlic, minced Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste Extra-virgin olive oil 2 cups Israeli couscous 2–3 Tbsp flat-leaf parsley, chopped 1–2 Tbsp fresh mint, chopped
Don’t forget your creative side. Set up arts and crafts tables for the kids (and kids at heart), and let the fun happen. Decorate flip-flops, paint rocks, pass out sidewalk chalk, tie-dye tee shirts, or go on a nature scavenger hunt and build mobiles with the treasures. The possibilities, as well as the fun, are endless.
You can’t rock the block without music. Perhaps everyone will chip in for a band or a DJ. If not, someone must have a good set of speakers. If all else fails, and even if it doesn’t, encourage your neighbors to bring their best singing voices, guitars, and harmonicas.
1 Tbsp fresh oregano, chopped 1 or 2 zucchinis, cut lengthwise into half-inch-thick slices 1 small eggplant, cut into half-inch rounds 1 red onion, cut into half-inch rounds ½ yellow bell pepper ½ red bell pepper ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
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Watermelon-Limeade ▷ MAKES ABOUT 1¼ QUART 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice 1 (1-inch) piece of ginger, peeled and chopped ½ cup sugar or to taste About 10 cups cubed seedless watermelon Garnish: lime slices or mint leaves
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Working in batches, put the watermelon cubes in a blender and process until smooth. Strain the watermelon puree through a fine-mesh sieve. You should have about 1 quart of watermelon juice. Strain the lime juice mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, add it to the watermelon juice, and stir to combine. Store the watermelon-limeade in a nonreactive pitcher in the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled. Serve over ice with a slice of lime or sprig of mint. For adults, add a splash of tequila or rum for a lovely summer cocktail (optional).
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chicken or steak for the adults. If you’re lucky, you have a rib master or two in your neighborhood. By all means, let them at it! Otherwise, the real stars of the meal will be the delicious salads and sweet treats for dessert. When it comes to dessert, at least for the kids,
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think portable with ice cream cones, cookies, or brownies.
Susan Nye writes for magazines throughout New England. She shares many of her favorite recipes and stories about family, friendship, and food
After dinner, moms and dads can relax with a special cocktail and swap stories while the kids continue to play. Flashlight tag, hide-and-seek, and capture the flag are all summer favorites and will keep them going for hours. Have a lovely summer! •
on her blog, Around the Table, at www.susannye. wordpress.com. The New Hampshire writer and chef was named one of the Top 100 Foodie Bloggers of 2012 by BlueStar Range.
Peanutty Chocolate Chip Cookies Add chocolate or vanilla ice cream to turn these cookies into ice cream sandwiches for a special summer treat. ▷ MAKES ABOUT 5 DOZEN COOKIES 2¼ cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt ½ cup butter, softened ½ cup peanut butter ¾ cup granulated sugar ¾ cup packed brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 large eggs 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips 1 cup chopped peanuts
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Put the butter, peanut butter, and sugars in a large bowl, and beat with an electric mixer until creamy. Add the vanilla and beat to combine. Add the eggs one at a time and beat until smooth. Gradually add the dry ingredients and beat until just combined. Stir in the chocolate chips and peanuts. Using a mini ice cream scoop or 2 spoons, drop the batter onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for about 10 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Be sure to enjoy at least one while it is still warm.
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BODY CONTOURING Learn about liposuction By Katherine P. Cox You’ve been exercising daily and sticking to a healthy diet. Yet no matter how diligent you are, you can’t get rid of that lower-abdomen “pooch.” You can’t seem to whittle down your thighs. Strength work hasn’t stilled that upperarm jiggle. The fact is that some areas of the body have stubborn fat deposits that don’t respond to exercise and diet. That’s where liposuction comes in. “Liposuction is not a weight-loss treatment,” says Dr. Andre Berger, founder of the Rejuvalife Vitality Institute in California. “It’s a treatment for body sculpting and body contouring. It’s for improving the shape.” Those who are overweight may see a slight improvement, but in most cases, he says, “It’s done as a motivator to lose weight through diet and exercise.” »
Dotted lines on model show common problem areas.
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WHAT TO KNOW Exercising daily and eating a healthy diet will help keep the body toned and help prevent weight gain after undergoing a procedure.
While liposuction is safe and can be done in an office setting, Dr. Berger cautions that there are several things to consider before undergoing treatment.
Is Liposuction Right for You? The ideal candidate, says Dr. Berger, is someone who is not obese but “may have a few stubborn areas they want to tighten.” Most common areas of treatment include the abdomen, “muffin top,” upper arms, “saddlebags,” inner thighs, inner knees, and “bra bulges” in the back. While liposuction is safe and can be done in an office setting, Dr. Berger cautions that there are several things to consider before undergoing treatment. Liposuction is a general term, he explains, for what is essentially sucking out fat. “There are many techniques and technologies that are used to remove fat by suction. They’re all tools. Some tools will work better in different hands and for particular patients and particular situations. But the most important tools are knowledge, expertise, and skill. Patients should go to a trained, experienced doctor who will consider several tools and identify which tool is best for each patient’s needs.” 80
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Consultation with the doctor is very important to ensure that you have reasonable expectations. The doctor should also be sure that the patient does not have any psychological issues regarding body image. In most cases, a patient must get a medical clearance from his or her primary medical practitioner, basic blood tests, and an EKG if over 40 years old. Liposuction is safe and quick. “The risk is extremely low,” Dr. Berger says. “Most treatments do not require general anesthesia or IV sedation; 99 percent of patients can undergo the procedure with no real recovery time. It’s a walk-in, walk-out procedure in an office setting. It does not have to be performed in a surgical setting.” You can go in early in the day and by lunchtime, “you’re on your way,” he says. Of course, the amount of time the process takes depends on how many areas are being treated, the technique being used, and the efficiency of the doctor and staff. If areas in both the
upper and lower parts of the body will be treated, the procedures should be done at different times, five days apart. “There’s a maximum amount of fat that can be removed safely,” Dr. Berger explains.
What to Expect Before the procedure begins, a solution that numbs the area and constricts blood vessels (to reduce possible bruising or bleeding) is injected through a tiny hole in the skin. A tube is then inserted and, depending on the method used, the fat is suctioned out. Dr. Berger notes that the incisions are miniscule and are strategically hidden to be invisible. A number of methods are available to doctors today—from manual syringe lipo and power-assisted lipo to ultrasound (which breaks up the fat), laser (fat is melted), and water-assisted (fat is dislodged). But the most common are the manual suction-assisted and the power-assisted techniques, in which fat
is vacuumed out through a syringe or a tube-like canister. “The manual syringe method is excellent for smaller areas; it’s easy and works well. It’s still the gold standard, and it’s good for retrieving fat for fat transfer,” says Dr. Berger. The power-assisted method is superior for debulking, or removing large volumes of fat. With fat transfer, the fat that is aspirated from one part of the body (belly, thighs) is injected back into another part of the body where volume is desired (face, hands, breasts). “When a patient comes in for liposuction, we can do three things: throw the fat away, store it for future fat transfer, or use the fat at the same time to improve the aesthetics of another area,” Dr. Berger says. That fat is “liquid gold,” and it’s far less expensive for a patient to have liposuction and fat transfer done at the same time rather than in two separate sessions. After liposuction, patients must wear a tight compression garment for three
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days before graduating to a lighter compression garment (like Spanx, Dr. Berger says) that is worn for four to six weeks. “The more they wear it, the better it is,” he said. Massage and ultrasound treatments are also beneficial to remove fluid and promote general body contour. “Liposuction is a process,” Dr. Berger notes. “There are two phases post-procedure. After the fat is removed, you’ll notice a reduction in volume. The shape is better. The second phase is skin retraction and tightening of the skin, and that takes several months.” Once the fat is removed, it’s gone for good. “The fat cells are permanently gone,” Dr. Berger explains. “They’re not coming back.” However, the fat could come back in other areas, he cautions, if the patient should gain weight. “It’s important to maintain or lose weight after the procedure if you want to have long-lasting results.” •
Dr. Berger’s New Book Published
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he Beverly Hills Anti-Aging Prescription by Dr. Andre Berger has been released. Dr. Berger shares years of expertise to reveal how to maintain a youthful appearance and mental clarity, along with physical health and vigor, by integrating a balanced approach to diet, exercise, quality sleep, and stress management. The hardcopy book is currently available on Amazon and Infinity Publishing. The eBook is available on Amazon, BN.com, Sony, Kobo, iTunes, and Overdrive.
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It’s Not Your Grandfather’s Retirement Plan ahead for today’s retirement landscape By Brian Doyle It used to be relatively simple to plan for retirement. You’d just circle the date on the calendar when your pension was set to kick in and have your co-workers start planning your send-off party. That was then. These days, retirement planning is a lot more complex. The number of corporate pension plans has fallen dramatically over the past two decades—from about 92,000 singleemployer defined benefit plans in 1990
to 29,000 in 2009, according to the US Government Accountability Office. With the burden of paying for retirement shifting to individuals, personal savings and investments are becoming the primary source of retirement income. “In the old days, Grandpa knew how much his pension would pay him for the rest of his life,” says Donna Peterson, senior vice president for retail retirement at Wells Fargo. “Now the big question is, ‘How much income will your savings generate from month to month during your retirement?’” So what can individuals do to better prepare for today’s retirement land-
scape? The answer is plan ahead. Start building a stronger foundation for your retirement with two important steps.
Step Up Your Savings “How much should I save?” is a common question among those planning for retirement. The rule of thumb, Peterson says, is to save at least 10 percent of your salary each year, but that’s if you started saving early in your career. If you’re 40 or 50 and haven’t started socking away money in your 401(k) or IRA, you may find that a 10 percent savings rate won’t be enough to help you reach your retirement goals. »
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Your first step should be to meet with your financial advisor to assess your current nest egg and savings rate, and estimate how much annual income you’re likely to need during retirement. The Wells Fargo advisors’ planning process can help you stress-test various retirement scenarios and identify areas of your plan that need adjusting. For example, you may find that boosting your savings rate by a few percentage points a year will get you closer to your long-term financial goals. “The more you save, the better off you’ll be,” Peterson says. “And even a small step-up in savings can make a big difference.”
Rethink Your Retirement Budget For many years, experts recommended aiming to replace roughly 80 percent of your annual pre-retirement income during retirement. The idea was that living expenses typically decreased in retirement. “But that advice assumed that you were going to spend your retirement in a rocking chair on the front porch,” Peterson says. “These days, retirees are likely to be very active.” And that means higher costs to keep up with a more expensive lifestyle. It’s important to look at your planned retirement budget realistically, Peterson says. Work with your financial advisor to map out essential costs, such as housing and food, and discretionary expenses, such as travel and entertainment. That exercise can help you set credible long-term savings goals based on your expected income needs during retirement. 84
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Revisit Your Plan Evaluating your retirement savings goals is essential, whether retirement is imminent or 30 years away. By considering your savings goals and income needs, you may find that your current plan is likely to leave you short when it comes time to stop working. The good news is that you have options, such as working a bit longer than you initially planned. The fact is, delaying retirement by working just a few extra years can keep you from having to dip into your savings, meaning more of your money can continue to benefit from the tax-favored compounding in plans such as 401(k)s and IRAs. You may also find additional funds— in the form of an inheritance or the proceeds from the sale of a family business—to help move you closer to your financial goals. Your financial advisor can help you review and adjust your current retirement savings plan to factor in such windfalls. “Develop a plan and stress-test it with your advisor,” Peterson says. “The results can help you understand what’s possible— and also what may be out of reach.” • Brian Doyle is a Senior Financial Advisor and Assistant Branch Manager with Wells Fargo Advisors. Brian lives with his wife and three children right here in Hanover.
Investments in securities and insurance products are: NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANK-GUARANTEED/MAY LOSE VALUE. Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.
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THE HOOD MUSEUM OF ART @ DARTMOUTH COLLEGE
hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu The Hood Museum of Art is free and open to all. Public programs are free unless otherwise noted. Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm; Wednesday, 10am to 9pm; Sunday, 12pm to 5pm. For information, visit www.hoodmuseum.dartmouth.edu or call (603) 646-2808.
JUNE 3 ∂ Lunchtime Gallery Talk: Photography and the American Scene ▷Second-floor galleries, 12:30pm
7 ∂ Special Tour: In Residence: Contemporary Artists at Dartmouth
SUMMER EXHIBITIONS
▷2pm
A Space for Dialogue: Fresh Perspectives on the Permanent Collection from Dartmouth’s Students Ongoing
José Clemente Orozco: The Epic of American Civilization Ongoing
In Residence: Contemporary Artists at Dartmouth Through July 6
The Art of Weapons: Selections from the African Collection Allan Houser: A Centennial Exhibition Through May 10, 2015
Witness: Art and Civil Rights in the Sixties August 30–December 21
Unknown artist, Songe peoples, Democratic Republic of Congo, Central Africa, ceremonial axe, insignia of rank, wood, iron, and copper. Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College: Gift of Claire E. and Dr. Frederick R. Mebel, Class of 1935; 991.48.29012. 86
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Howe Library, (603) 643-4120. ▷First-floor galleries, 7pm
events@operanorth.org. ▷3pm
26 ∂ Special Event: Panel Discussion, “Art and a Sense of Place”
19 ∂ Tour: The Art of Weapons: Selections from the African Collection
▷Hood Museum of Art Auditorium, 4:30pm
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28 ∂ Tour: In Residence: Contemporary Artists at Dartmouth
22 ∂ Lunchtime Gallery Talk: Enrique Martínez Celaya: Burning As It Were a Lamp
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JULY 1 ∂ Lunchtime Gallery Talk: The Art of Weapons: Selections from the African Collection ▷First-floor galleries, 12:30pm
15 ∂ Montgomery Endowment Lecture: “Five Projects Since Schneebett”
▷Second-floor galleries, 12:30pm
30 ∂ Adult Workshop: Political Art: On War and Censorship Preregistration is required by calling (603) 646-1469 by July 28. ▷6:30–8pm
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▷Hood Auditorium, 4:30pm
14 ∂ Art and a Movie: Ellsworth Kelly: Fragments (2007)
18 ∂ Special Event: Opera Inspired by Art
▷Hood Museum of Art Auditorium, 6pm
The Hood partners with Opera North in pairing works from around the world with some of the most beloved songs and arias in the repertoire. To register, email
16 ∂ Tour: Outdoor Sculpture at Dartmouth ▷2pm
The Hood & The Hop is sponsored by Hanover Eyecare
Unknown artist, Nuer peoples, Sudan, Eastern Africa, hippopotamus hide shield, collected 1946–48, hide and wood. Hood Museum of Art, Dartmouth College: Museum purchase; 48.66.11043.
11 ∂ Adult Workshop: Outdoor Sculpture Walk In this workshop, we will explore some of Dartmouth’s permanent sculptures, as well as a special exhibition of works by Native American artist Allan Houser. Preregistration is required by calling (603) 646-1469 by June 9. ▷6:30–8:30pm
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HOPKINS CENTER EVENTS @ DARTMOUTH COLLEGE JUNE 6 ∂ Dartmouth College Glee Club Commencement Concert ▷Spaulding Auditorium, 9:30pm
26 ∂ Ricardo Lemvo and Makina Loca ▷Dartmouth Green, 5pm; Rain time & location: Spaulding Auditorium, Hopkins Center for the Arts, 7 pm
June 27–28 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago ▷Moore Theater, 8pm
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hop.dartmouth.edu For information, tickets, or Dartmouth College student prices, call the Hopkins Center Box Office at (603) 646-2422. Information is also available from the Box Office about the Dartmouth Film Society film series and films in the Loew, and is also listed on the Hop’s website at www.hop.dartmouth.edu. All events are subject to change. Additional events may become available after press time. The Hopkins Center Box Office is open Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm. For information about related educational events, visit www.hop. dartmouth.edu or call (603) 646-2010.
July 10 Andrew Bird & the Hands of Glory with Jimbo Mathus & the TriState Coalition, opener ▷Spaulding Auditorium, 8pm
JULY 12 ∂ Special Advance Screening of The Roosevelts: An Intimate History, Episode Five: 1933–1939, The Rising Road ▷Spaulding Auditorium, 7pm
17 ∂ 2014/2015 Season Sneak Preview & Hop Tours ▷Alumni Hall, 5:30pm
AUGUST 2, 9 & 16 ∂ New Works in Progress by the New York Theatre Workshop ▷Warner Bentley Theater, 5 & 8pm
July 24 Anaïs Mitchell ▷Moore Theater, 8pm
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June 29 12th Annual Strawberry Festival Info: cedarcirclefarm.org/ events/festivals ▷Cedar Circle Farm, 10am–3pm
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Happenings is sponsored by St. Johnsbury Academy
Howe Library 13 South Street Hanover, NH (603) 643-4120 www.howelibrary.org
JUNE 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 Play Chess: Informal Drop-in ▷Mayer Room, 1:15–3pm
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4 ∂ Lecture: Perspectives on the Ukraine Yuliya Komska and Victoria Somoff, assistant professors at Dartmouth College, and Iryna Shuvalova, a published poet from Kiev currently enrolled in graduate studies at Dartmouth, will speak about the political situation in Ukraine, their perspectives and experiences there, and Ukrainian perspectives on the international community. ▷7pm
4 ∂ Preschool Story Time ▷10–10:45am & 1–1:45pm
5 ∂ First Time Story Time ▷10:15–10:45am & 11:15–11:45am
10 ∂ Follow-Up to Ukraine Lecture: Rauner Librarian Morgan Swan Preregistration: (603) 643-4120 ▷Rauner Library on Dartmouth College Campus, 6pm
June 10 & July 8 ∂ Books and Lunch on Tuesdays Bring a bag lunch and an appetite for good discussion! ▷12pm
22 ∂ The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt ▷2pm
25 ∂ Spotlight Talk Howe Library and the Hood Museum co-host a spotlight talk about issues involving the provenance of works of art, followed by a discussion of Pictures at an Exhibition by Sara Houghteling. Registration: (603) 643-4120 ▷Hood Museum, 7pm
JULY 10 Edie Clark: What There Was Not to Tell: A Story of Love and War ▷7pm
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June 18 ∂ Helen Peppe: Pigs Can’t Swim: A Memoir ▷Norwich Bookstore, 7pm
Norwich Bookstore Norwich Square 291 Main Street Norwich, VT (802) 649-1114 www.norwichbookstore.com
JUNE 14 ∂ Anna Dewdney: Nelly Gnu and Daddy Too ▷1–3pm
25 ∂ Victoria Fish: A Brief Moment of Weightlessness ▷7pm
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Montshire Museum of Science One Montshire Road Norwich, VT (802) 649-2200 www.montshire.org Through September 7 Exhibit: A T. Rex Named Sue
JULY 12 ∂ Super Science Day: Up, Up and Away! ▷All-day event
August 23 ∂ Super Science Day: Microworlds: Investigation of the Very Small ▷Montshire Museum of Science, 10:30am
26 ∂ Super Science Day: Nature Up Close ▷10:30am
AUGUST 9 ∂ Super Science Day: Splash! Exploring Water ▷10:30am
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June 28 ∂ 5th Annual House & Garden Tour Info: www.norwichhistory.org ▷10am–4pm
Other Noteworthy Events
JUNE 5 ∂ The Six Wives of Henry VIII Info: www.norwichhistory.org ▷Norwich Congregational Church, 7pm
15 ∂ Afternoon at Alswell Farm Info: www.hanoverconservancy.org ▷Alswell Farm, 1–3pm
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June 15 ∂ Father’s Day Organic Berry Brunch Info: cedarcirclefarm.org/events/ festivals ▷Cedar Circle Farm, 10am–12pm
Action Garage Door .................................................. 31 Alice Peck Day Hospital ...........................................40 Alice Williams Interiors............................................32 Amy Tuller Dietitian .................................................72 Annemarie Schmidt European Face & Body Studio ..84 Barton Group............................................................ 31 Bean’s Art Store ........................................................92 Belletetes ................................................................... 4 Blood’s Catering .......................................................39 Brown’s Floormasters ..............................................74 Cabinetry Concepts & Surface Solutions .........11 & 44 Candela Tapas Lounge..............................................94 Carpenter & Main ....................................................44 Carpet King & Tile ....................................................72 Charter Trust Company ........................................... 15 Cioffredi & Associates ..............................................82 Circus Smirkus .........................................................66 Collective................................................................... 8 Co-Operative Insurance ...........................................46 Coventry Catering ....................................................58 Creative Lighting Designs & Décor ..........................92 Crossroads Academy ................................................65 Crown Point Cabinetry ............................................. 3 Dartmouth Bookstore ..............................................66 Designer Gold ...........................................................80 Dorr Mill Store .........................................................92 Dowds’ Inn ............................................................... 17 Dr. Roger Phillips ......................................................73 Elevation Clothing ..................................................... 9 Essentials for Men ....................................................42 Everything but Anchovies ........................................72 Favreau Design ...........................................Back cover Ferro Jewelry Designers ............................................ 8 Footprints .................................................................. 9 Fore U Golf ...............................................................70 Four Seasons/Sotheby’s Realty .................................59 G.R. Porter & Sons ...................................................94 Gilberte Interiors...................................................... 51 Green Mountain Rail Road .......................................57 Hanover Country Club ............................................. 91 Hanover Eyecare ......................................................87 Hanover Road Dental Health ...................................30 Hanover True Value..................................................43 Henderson’s Tree & Garden Service.........................67 Hilde’s Salon Vienna.................................................38 Hill Opticians ...........................................................56 Holloway Motor Cars................................................ 5 Hubert’s .................................................................... 13 Jancewicz & Son....................................................... 19 Jeff Wilmot Painting .................................................57 JMH Wealth Management .......................................88 Junction Frame.........................................................84 Just Paradise .............................................................43 Kendal at Hanover ...................................................37 Killdeer Farm ............................................................42 King Arthur Flour .....................................................45 Landshapes ...............................................................85 Lawnmaster of Vermont ..........................................93 Ledyard National Bank .............................................34 Lemon Tree Gifts of Hanover ...................................43 Listen Community Services......................................48 Lou’s Restaurant.......................................................43 MB Pro Landscape .................................................... 51
Martha Diebold Real Estate ............Inside front cover Mascoma Wealth Management ............................... 41 McLane Law Firm .....................................................67 Men's Top Choice .....................................................45 Montshire Museum .................................................30 Mt. Ascutney Hospital .............................................65 Nature Calls .................................... Inside back cover Nefertiti Nails ..........................................................78 New London Barn Playhouse ...................................70 Noodle Station .........................................................80 Northern Motorsports .............................................59 Norwich Regional Animal Hospital .........................73 Norwich Wines ........................................................89 Perry’s Oil Co. ...........................................................32 Peter French Fine Woodworking .............................82 Pi Restaurant/Brick Oven Trattoria ........................... 8 Procopio Designs...................................................... 31 Randall Mudge Architect .........................................77 Rare Essentials .........................................................25 Ratliff Fine Properties .............................................. 91 Residence Inn Marriott ............................................93 River Road Vet Clinic ................................................78 River Stones..............................................................33 Riverlight Builders ....................................................56 Rodd Roofing Co. ...................................................... 6 Salubre Trattoria ......................................................45 Santavicca Dental.....................................................39 Schell Noble .............................................................58 Sean’s Lawn ’N Garden Services .............................. 14 St. Johnsbury Academy ............................................90 Stella’s Italian Kitchen & Market .............................42 Storrs Pond Recreation Area ....................................25 Sudie’s ....................................................................... 9 Summer Court Dental .............................................. 91 Systems Plus Computers ..........................................37 Terrace Communities ...............................................33 Thai Orchid ...............................................................85 The Gilded Edge ........................................................42 The Hanover Inn ....................................................... 2 The J List ...................................................................44 The Lemon Tree of Hanover.....................................43 The Powerhouse Mall ..............................................49 The Quechee Club ....................................................82 The Quechee Inn at Marshland Farm ......................88 The Trumbull House ................................................45 The Ultimate Bath Showroom .................................. 7 The Woodlands.........................................................89 The Woodstock Gallery ............................................. 8 Timberpeg ................................................................40 Tip Top Café..............................................................57 Twin State Door .......................................................82 Upper Valley Haven..................................................50 Vermont Facial Aesthetics........................................94 Visiting Nurse & Hospice of VT & NH .....................85 Vitt, Brannen, Loftus ................................................ 81 Wells Fargo Advisors ..................................................1 We’re Makin’ Waves................................................. 14 White River Yarns .....................................................44 Woodstock Chamber of Commerce.......................... 9 Woodstock Inn .........................................................49
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HANOVER TALKS
A Chat with
Jean Brown
Friends of NCCC’s executive director By Mark Dantos
What about your undergraduate experience at Sarah Lawrence College appealed to you? Sarah Lawrence has a great academic format—three classes a semester and you work with your don to devise a learning program that’s best for you. Small classes and no tests—just papers! But they also excel in the arts. Sarah Lawrence was how my first career—in the theater—got started. 96
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When Jean Brown took over The Prouty a decade ago, the bike-or-walk fundraiser to fight cancer attracted around $70,000. Over time, she’s grown the event exponentially, and last year it raised $2.78 million for DartmouthHitchcock Norris Cotton Cancer Center (NCCC). As Friends of NCCC’s executive director, Jean is at the hub of this enormous undertaking each year. That’s why her time out of the office with family or at home with a good book is cherished. “My weekdays are pretty full, so I love a weekend with no commitments,” Jean explains. She spoke with us recently about her performing arts roots, The Prouty, and her life before it.
How do you decompress? Reading is a good escape. I enjoy all kinds of literature—fiction, history, science fiction. It’s a great way to learn. And I went back to dance a few years ago. There’s a wonderful Martha Graham modern dance class available at Dartmouth. It’s a terrific workout! Who was your favorite teacher growing up in Illinois? I had a sixth-grade teacher, Mr. Martin, who did a play every year. These plays were renowned. When I was there, we did Peter Pan and I played Tinker Bell— no lines, just movements. Where did you and your husband meet? And where do you hope to vacation someday? Bill and I met when we both were working at Slim-Fast Foods in New York City. I was director of PR and he was VP
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of new products. As for a vacation spot, we’d both like to go to Paris one day. When did you know the Prouty had become a major fundraising force? My second year producing The Prouty, 2005, we raised more than twice our goal and brought in 500 more people than the previous year; I was pretty amazed. It seemed then that the event touched a chord in the community about coming together to fight cancer. Who gives to The Prouty? Interestingly, about 35 percent of donations come from people in the Upper Valley. About 31 percent of the total comes from folks outside the Upper Valley but still in New England, and 34 percent comes from the rest of the US and abroad. We have donors from every state in the union and 17 foreign countries! •