Lakes Region, NH
Guide 2019
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“Friends, sun, sand, and ice cream sounds like summer to me.”
Daisy
Lucky Jr.
316 Court Street, Laconia, NH • 603-524-9798 Page 2 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
IT’S 4:05 SOMEWHERE MON Burger & a Beer $7.99 Starting at 3pm
TUE 1/2 Price Pasta & Pizza Starting at 3pm
WED 50¢ Wing Night Starting at 3pm
ur get O r o F t Don’ y LUNCH a D il IALS SPEC
THUR HAPPY HOUR
Beer, Wine, Mixed Drinks Starting at 3pm
FRI Friday Baked Stuffed
Haddock, Broiled or Fried & Live Music or Dj
$2.25 Bud All Day, Every Day!!
SAT Prime Rib & Live Music or Dj
All Your Favorite Dishes Are Now Available
GLUTEN FREE!
405 Union Ave. Laconia • 603.524.8405 • Open Daily at 11 am • Serving Lunch & Dinner LAKESIDE 1
1091 Union Ave, Laconia 603-528-0838
DRIVE THRU NOW OPEN! Gluten Free Now Available Biggest & Best
KING LOBSTER ROLL is BACK!!! 100% Lobster Meat
The Best EEF ROAST B ch i Sandw ! Around
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Have FUN with us! FARM FRESH ICE CREAM
603-367-4427•MonkeyTrunks.com
LOCATED AT FUNSPOT!
Route 3, 579 Endicott Street N, Weirs Beach, NH Page 4 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
FAMILY FUN SINCE 1952!
600 GAMES FOR ALL AGES OVER
OPEN YEAR ROUND!
18 Hole Indoor Mini-Golf 20 Lane Bowling Center with Ten Pin & Candlepin
Braggin’ Dragon Restaurant D.A. Long Tavern Cash Bingo Kiddie Bumper Cars Kiddie Rides Birthday Parties Group & Corporate Outings
HUGE FREE PARTY ROOM Perfect for birthdays! Discounts for corporate or business parties!
603-366-4377•FunspotNH.com
Route 3, 579 Endicott Street N, Weirs Beach, NH INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun • Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 / Page 5
Call for reservations | CALL US TO CATER YOUR NEXT EVENT!
FULL MENU AVAILABLE AT: faroitaliangrille.com
CHEF’S PICKS
Antipasti: Sorrento e Gamberi
Jumbo shrimp sautéed with wine, butter, garlic, spices, served with toasted tus can bread
Pasta: Sacchetti Rustica
Pasta filled with a 3 cheese ble nd and truffle served in a light cream sauce with crumbled sausage, roasted red pepper s and sage
Lasagna Bolognese Layers of handmade pasta, meat sauce and ricotta
Carne & Pesce: Salmone
Pan seared salmon topped wit h butter, lemon, capers and mushroom sauce
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Barn & Grille DINING • CATERING • SPECIAL EVENTS
Mondays
Tuesdays
BURGER TIME
PIZZA TIME!
Wednesdays
Thursdays
FIESTA EN EL ESTABLO!
PRIME RIB DINNER
Pizzas $10, up to 4 specified toppings. $5.00 burgers all day! Mouth watering, big beefy, turkey or veggie (Dine in only, limit of one $10 pizza for parties of 1-3. two $10 pizzas for parties of 4 or more.) burgers with hand cut fries. SWIRL, SIP & SAVE (limit of one per person) Half off featured red and white wine.
Party at the barn! 30% off mexican items on menu, $1 off margaritas & coronas. (limit of one per person)
While it lasts! - 15 oz. $15.95
IT'S A GOOD TIME EVERY NIGHT OF THE WEEK AT THE BARN!
2667 Lakeshore Road, Gilford, NH Directly behind Ellacoya Country Store Online
(603) 293-8700 • ellacoyabg@metrocast.net www.barnandgrille.com Dining Hours: Monday - Sunday 11:30 am - Close Page 8 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
WELCOME Acknowledgements
Cover & Page Design:
Publisher:
Janis Carroll
Adam Hirshan
Managing Editor: Roger Carroll
Advertising Director: Elaine Hirshan
Chamber Staff:
Joanne D. Haight, Membership Manager Karmen Gifford, President
Advertising Manager:
Lakes Region Chamber Board of Directors
Sales Manager:
Photography:
Deb Sanborn
Crystal Furnee
Advertising Sales Reps: Karin Nelson Jeanette Stewart
Advertising Design & Production Patty Johnson
Bob Manley, Alan MacRae, Bill Hemmel, Adam Drapcho and other contributors
WELCOME TO SUMMER FUN!
D
iscover the Lakes Region and experience all it has to offer this season. Whether you are looking for an outdoor adventure, cultural entertainment, to explore the history, to cruise the back roads, or searching for someplace to eat or stay, the choices are plentiful. From Lake Winnipesaukee to the Three Rivers Community, the many sparkling lakes surrounding us to the majestic mountains that overlook them, the Lakes Region is comprised of diverse communities, filled with thriving businesses, unique charm, diverse lodging options, year-round activities, events and breathtaking scenic beauty. Thumb through our Summer Fun Guide and choose from among the hundreds of experiences that memories will be made from. Locals will rediscover what makes this region distinct and what visitors will find unforgettable. We hope you enjoy your summer of fun and revisit the Lakes Region again and again. Karmen Gifford President Lakes Region Chamber
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2019 Summer Guide Index ACTIVITIES/ATTRACTIONS American Classic Arcade/ Miss Winnipesaukee Scholarship Program.................................17 Castleberry Fairs.........................................18 Castle in the Clouds......................................6 Escape Room Experience.............................8 Funspot..................................................glossy Gilford 8 Cinemas........................................15 Great Vermont Corn Maze...........................13 Indian Mound Golf....................................... 11 Intown Concord...........................................13 Joyce Endee Productions............................ 11 Lakes Region Art Association......................14 Loon Center................................................. 11 NH Boat Museum........................................18 NH Motor Speedway.....................................9 Pirates Cove..................................................7 Polar Caves........................Inside Back Cover Remick Museum............................................6 Ridgewood Country Club...............................5 Sandwich Business Group..........................14 Squam Lakes Science Center.......................8 Winnipesaukee Muskrats..............................8 Yoga from the Heart......................................6 ARTS/THEATER/MUSIC Granite State Music Hall..............................20 Interlakes Summer Theater.........................22 Weirs Drive-In Theater................................22 Winnipesaukee Playhouse..........................21 BOATING/WATER ACTIVITIES Anchor Marine.............................................32 East Coast Flightcraft of New England.................... 32, Back Cover Fay’s Boat Yard...........................................31 HK Powersports...........................................35 Irwin Marine.....................................26, 27, 28 Miles Marine................................................34 Saco River Tubing.......................................34 Trexler’s Marina...........................................35 Watermark Marine Supply...........................29 Wild Meadow Paddlesports.........................33 Winnisquam Marine.....................................36 CHURCHES Church Listings............................................47 Lakes Region Vineyard Church...................49 New Hampton Community Church..............48 Real Life Church..........................................48
LODGING Belknap House Hostel.................................40 Fireside Inn & Suites...................................38 Lake Opechee Inn & Spa............................38 Mill Falls at the Lake..................... glossy back Path Resorts................................................39 Twin Mountain KOA.....................................40 Windrifter Resort..........................................37 REAL ESTATE Berkshire Hathaway Home Services......44-45 Berkshire Hathaway - Christina Zeiger........42 Elaine Hughes Real Estate..........................46 Four Seasons Sotheby’s Glossy..glossy back Maxfield Real Estate..................... glossy front Berkshire Hathaway, Verani Realty New Homes Division.................................46 Northpoint Property Management...............42 Pine Shores Real Estate.............................43 PK Zyka/Nancy Williams.............................43 Starr Realty..................................................43 RESTAURANTS Akwa Marina Beach Bar & Grille.................68 Brickfront Restaurant & Lounge..................77 Canoe / O Bistro / O Steak & Seafood / Magic Foods................................................74 Center Harbor Diner....................................76 Compass Cafe.............................................67 Domino’s Pizza............................................73 Ellacoya Barn & Grille................... glossy front Faro Express................................ glossy back Faro Italian Grille.......................... glossy front Fratello’s......................................................70 George’s Seafood........................................74 Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristorante................71 Hart’s Turkey Farm Restaurant...................76 Huck’s Hoagies............................................76 Lakeside Famous Roast Beef/ 405 Pub & Grill........................... glossy front Looney Bin Bar & Grill.................................66 Myrna’s Classic Cuisine...........................68 Patrick’s Pub & Eatery.................................69 Sawyer’s Dairy Bar .....................................75 Shang Hai....................................................72 Village Pizza & Grill.....................................77 Water Street Cafe........................................67 Weathervane...............................................69
Cover Photography Contributing Photography I-Stock Image
SERVICES Best Septic Service.....................................80 Chippers......................................................84 ClearChoice MD..........................................87 Cyr Lumber................................... glossy back DeGrace Contracting...................................83 ENT Associates...........................................83 Fairway Independent Mortgage Co.............82 Federated Auto Parts/Fisher Auto...............82 Hill’s RV.......................................................80 Jack the Clipper...........................................82 JFoote Inc....................................................78 Laconia Eye & Laser Center........................80 Lakes Region Airport Shuttle.......................79 LIFE Medi Spa.............................................81 Meineke Car Care Center............................85 Melcher & Prescott Insurance.....................86 Sanborn’s Auto Repair....... Inside Front Cover Med Urgent Care / Speare Memorial Hospital.......... glossy back Taylor Rental................................................81 Vanworks...................................... glossy back Vault Motor Storage.....................................79 SHOPPING Airport Country Store...................................59 Annalee Gift Shop.......................................64 Artisan Eyewear..........................................58 Bayswater Books.........................................59 Beans & Greens Farmstand........................57 Belletetes.....................................................58 Bootlegger’s Footwear Center.....................62 Elegant Awning & Shade Systems..............60 Gilford Farmer’s Market...............................61 Green Mountain Rifle Barrel Co..................59 Keepsake Quilting ......................................62 Kellerhaus....................................................57 Laconia Antique Center...............................64 Lake Life Fashions......................................59 League of NH Craftsmen.............................63 North Country Fireworks..............................63 Paws Antiques.............................................61 Sandwich Home Industries..........................56 Squam Lakes Artisans.................................60 Sunflower Natural Foods.............................64 The Old Country Store.................................60 WINERIES & BREWERIES Black Cove Beverages................................54 Hermit Woods Winery & Deli.......................51 Twin Barns Brewing Company....................52 Tuckerman Brewing Company....................53
Unless noted, images are sourced from: Metro Creative Graphics, Inc.
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PUBLIC BEACHES ON LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE
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Alton Town Beaches
Alton small swimming beach, rest rooms, parking. No admission fee. Route 28A on Alton Bay. No lifeguard on duty. Swim dock on Route 11 next to town docks. No admission fee. Lifeguard on duty. 875-0109 www.altonparksandrecreation.com parksrec@alton.nh.gov
Brewster Beach
Wolfeboro Route 28 (south of downtown), to Clark Road (across from Huggins Hospital). Beach on Lake Winnipesaukee. No fee. Rest rooms, swimming, picnicking. 569-5639
Carry Beach
Wolfeboro Public beach on Lake Winnipesaukee. Route 28 (north of downtown) to Forest Road. Swimming, picnicking, rest rooms. 569-5639
Ellacoya State Park Gilford
600-foot sandy beach on southwest shore of Lake Winnipesaukee; RV park
with 38 campsites. Call 603-271-3628 to make a reservation. Swimming, picnicking, store, bathhouse. Route 11, Gilford. 603-293-7821. nhparks@dred.nh.us
Leavitt Park, Meredith
Swimming, picnicking. No fee. Small playground area. From Route 25/Route 3 intersection in center of town, take Route 25 North to Leavitt Road. 279-4538
NH State Parks
New Hampshire has 45 state parks, 14 natural areas/waysides and 10 historic sites. The parks offer a diverse use from camping to swimming to just enjoying the views. 603-271-3556. www.nhstateparks.org
Weirs Beach / Endicott Rock Park
Public beach on the Weirs Beach Channel connecting Paugus Bay with the larger portion of Lake Winnipesaukee. Historic Endicott Rock – Surveyors commissioned by Royal Governor John
Endicott of the Massachusetts Bay Colony signed their initials in 1652. Great place for boat watching. Admission fee. Route 3, Laconia, overlooking the town docks. 603-436-1552
19 Mile Bay Beach Tuftonboro
Swimming, picnicking. No fee. Portable toilets. No lifeguard on duty, parking. Governor Wentworth Highway, Route 109, Tuftonboro. 569-4539
20 Mile Bay Beach Tuftonboro
Swimming picnicking, no fee, no lifeguard on duty, limited parking. Governor Wentworth Highway, Route 109, Tuftonboro. 569-4539
Melvin Village Wharf Melvin Village
Swimming, no lifeguard on duty, no rest rooms, limited parking. Fee charged. Governor Wentworth Highway, Route 109, Melvin Village at the junction of Elm Street and Union Avenue.
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ACTIVITIES & ATTRACTIONS
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he Lakes Region is a playground for adults and children, offering a variety of activities and attractions that can only be found right here. It’s these unique destinations that define a Lakes Region experience. A destination for arcade game enthusiasts, Funspot is the largest arcade in the world. It was founded in 1952 by Bob Lawton, who still works here every day. Funspot provides quality entertainment in an atmosphere fit for the whole family – and its array of fun is continually growing. Funspot, in The Weirs section of Laconia, offers more than 600 games, including 300 classic arcade games. It’s much more than an arcade, though, boasting a 20-lane ten pin and candlepin bowling center, cash bingo, indoor mini-golf, a restaurant, a tavern and more. If that wasn’t enough, Funspot also hosts a scoop shop for Jordan’s Ice Cream, and the aerial
adventure course Monkey Trunks. See www. funspotnh.com. In Gilford, Gunstock Mountain Resort is busy all summer with adrenaline-powered pursuits. New Hampshire Motor Speedway in Loudon is best known for its NASCAR races, which run July 19-21, and Sept. 20-21 this year. It’s also the home of Motorcycle Week (June 8-16) and more than 250 on and off-track events, including the Gift of Lights. See www.nhms.com. Polar Caves Park in Rumney consists of nine amazing granite boulder caves connected by boardwalks for easy exploration. Bring a picnic or plan to cook out in the Pine Forest. Feed the animals in the animal area, try to get lost in the Rock Garden, climb the Polar Ascent and try the Polar Climbing wall. See www.polarcaves.com.
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Play the best course the Lakes Region has to offer! UNLIMITED
Full Pro Shop w/Rentals Memberships Available Individual & Group Lessons Golf Outings & Functions
258 Governor Wentworth Highway, Moultonborough, NH
Open 6am Daily Public play welcome. Call for tee times (603) 476-5930
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Historic estate. Unmatched views.
“BE S NEW ENGTLOAF ND” YANKEE M AGAZINE “FAMILY FA VO PARENTIN RITE” G NH MAGAZIN
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Tours • Dining • Horseback riding • Programs & events Hiking trails • Waterfalls & vistas
Farm-fresh, the way summer experiences should be. A Rural Life Museum. A Working Farm.
Discover Remick.
www.remickmuseum.org
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603.323.7591 #remickmuseum
Feel as though you’ve stepped back in time to where a historical farmstead unfolds, seasonal discoveries await, and lasting memories are made. Just off Routes 16 & 25 in the heart of New Hampshire.
Yoga from the Heart 52 Canal Street, Laconia, NH • 603-393-9266 • Yoga for Cancer • Yoga for Cardiac Care • Beginner Yoga - Six Week Series • Yoga Basics
• Restorative Yoga • Reiki/Thai Yoga Body Work • Yoga Therapy • 25 Classes Per Week
See our schedule and other information at www.yogafromtheheartnh.com Give the gift of yoga .... Great for any occasion! GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE Where you can come to your mat, explore your practice, learn about yourself and just be!
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Route 3 • Winnisquam NH • 603-528-6434 Route 3, Weirs Beach/Meredith • 603-366-5058
Pirate’s Cove, “the Original Adventure Golf,” offers an unequaled miniature golf experience! The adventures and legends of infamous pirates come to life in our award-winning theme park settings. Putt your way through caves, over footbridges, and under cascading waterfalls, all amidst a fun-filled atmosphere of natural wonders, extraordinary landscaping, and enchanting pirate lore.
Summer Hours: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Every Day
Please call ahead for hours before Memorial Day and after Labor Day.
* With this coupon. Valid through 10/7/19. Not to be combined with other offers.
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New England’s summer collegiate baseball league
HOME GAMES HELD AT ROBBIE MILLS FIELD, LACONIA Adults - $5, Children 6+ - $2; Seniors and Children under 6 - Free www.muskratsbaseball.com
Date Sun, 6/16 Thur, 6/20 Fri, 6/21 Sun, 6/23 Tues, 6/25 Wed, 6/26 Sat, 6/29 Sun, 6/30 Tues, 7/2 Tues, 7/9 Thurs, 7/11 Sat, 7/13 Sun, 7/14 Tues, 7/16 Wed, 7/17 Fri, 7/19 Sat, 7/20 Sun, 7/21 Thur, 7/25 Sat, 7/27 Wed, 7/31 Thur, 8/1
Visitor Ocean State Danbury Keene Vermont Sanford Vermont Vermont Keene Upper Valley North Adams Sanford Upper Valley Valley Valley Sanford North Adams North Adams Mystic New Bedford Newport
Time 4:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 4:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 4:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 4:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 4:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm 6:05pm
www.TheEscapeRoomExperience.Live
All dates subject to change
Youth Baseball Camps Available Ages 6-13 Register Online
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GUNSTOCK MOUNTAIN RESORT
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unstock has long been known for providing family-friendly skiing in the Winnipesaukee region, and is quickly adding to that a reputation for having the most outdoor fun in one area. “If you are looking for a fun family vacation or a weekend getaway for two, Gunstock is New Hampshire’s closest mountain resort featuring breathtaking views of Lake Winnipesaukee and the White, Sandwich, and Ossipee Mountain ranges,” said Jen Karnan of Gunstock. “What’s your favorite way to ‘get down’ in the summer?” Gunstock, located in Gilford, offers guests the chance to ride mountain bikes on wooded trails, take off-road Segway tours, hike or ride the chair lift to the top of the mountain, dare to tackle the sprawling aerial adventure course, ride one of the longest zip lines in the country, and try out its newest attraction, its Mountain Coaster. For details, visit www. gunstock.com.
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Rt. 16B • Center Ossipee, NH 03814 9-HOLE RATES www.indianmoundgc.com AVAILABLE Jonathan Rivers, Director of Golf
GOLF SPECIALS
49pp
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40pp
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July 5-7 (Fri/Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4) On The Green 1 Arts & Craft Festival Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Dr. Rte. 28, Wolfeboro
FridaySunday
45pp Noon-3 pm
Before Noon
59pp Before
$
2pm
$
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49pp After 2 pm $
Coupon Required
3pm-Close
$
3pm-Close Valid thru May 2020
• Call for Tee Times: 603-539-7733 •
Serving a Full Menu Daily / Takeout
Awesome exhibitors from all over New England and beyond displaying a variety of media!!! May 25-26 (Sat-Sun 10-5) Memorial Day Weekend Craft Fair Schouler Park, One Norcross Circle Rte. 16, North Conway (In Front of the Scenic Railroad)
18 Holes- includes Greens Fees & Power Cart
MondayThursday
2019 Joyce’s Craft Shows
Entertainment Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner ~ 7 Days Year-round Restaurant: 603-539-2901 *RENTAL CLUBS AVAILABLE*
Connect with Nature this Summer!
July 19-21 (Fri/Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4) Christmas in July Arts & Craft Festival Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Dr., Rte. 28, Wolfeboro August 3-4 (Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4) Summer Fun Craft Fair Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Rd. Tilton (Exit 20 off I-93) August 9-11 (Fri/Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4) On The Green 2 Arts & Craft Festival Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Dr., Rte. 28, Wolfeboro
Visit the Loon Center & Markus Wildlife Sanctuary
Open Year Round 9am-5pm* Daily July 1st - Columbus Day
August 17-18 (Sat-Sun 10-5) Mount Washington Valley August Craft Fair Schouler Park, One Norcross Circle Rte. 16, North Conway (In Front of the Scenic Railroad)
Videos • Exhibits Gift Shop • Hiking Trails
Aug 30-Sept 1 (Fri/Sat/Sun 10-5) Labor Day Weekend Gunstock Craft Fair Gunstock Mountain Resort, Rte. 11A 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford
Clip this ad for 10% OFF “The Loon’s Feather Gift Shop”
Sept 21-22 (Sat 10-5, Sun 10-4) Falling Leaves Craft Fair Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Rd. Tilton (Exit 20 off I-93)
The Loon Sanctuary is comprised of 200 acres of upland forests, marshes, ponds, clear-running streams and over 5,000 feet of pristine shoreline on Lake Winnipesaukee, one of the largest remaining areas of natural shoreline on the lake. The Forest Walk (1/4 mile) The Loon Nest Trail (1-1/2 miles)
October 19-20 (Sat 10-5 & Sun 10-4) Leaf Peeper’s Craft Fair North Conway Community Center 78 Norcross Circle, Rte. 16, North Conway
183 Lee’s Mill Road, Moultonborough, NH 603-476-LOON (5666) www.loon.org • Email: info@loon.org
For more information call (603) 528-4014 joycescraftshows.com
*Check website for seasonal hours
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FAMILY FUN GUARANTEED...
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any families have been visiting the Lakes Region for generations. After a day or two of relaxing at their vacation spot, they’re ready to set out and explore the region. With so much natural beauty, and so many one-of-akind places throughout the region, it’s easy to fill an itinerary for a day of family fun. Located on the grounds of an historic sheep farm, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, on White Oaks Road in Laconia, provides year-round education programs designed to encourage curiosity, discovery, fun and connection to the natural world. The center also has hiking trails and a children’s natural play area tucked into the woods. See prescottfarm.org. In fact, there are many organizations in the Lakes Region that are dedicated to providing an opportunity to learn about the natural world. In Holderness, the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, and its live animal exhibit trail, offer guests the chance to get a look at animals that are native to New Hampshire, including everything from chipmunks and owls to black bears and mountain lions. See www.nhnature.org. In Tamworth, medical care was provided to villagers over a span of 99 years by two men: Dr. Edwin Remick, who started practicing medicine in 1894, and his son, who kept the family business operating until his death in 1993. In addition to caring for their neighbors, the
Remicks were also farmers. Today, their property, in the center of Tamworth Village, is the site of The Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm, which preserves the techniques that New England farmers used a century ago. See www.remickmuseum.org. Like the village of Tamworth, neighboring Sandwich seems like a repository of quaint New England charm. The buildings in the center of town are all painted white and appear as though they haven’t changed in a century or more. Visitors come to check out the arts and craft galleries, the Transportation Museum, or to venture out of the town center in pursuit of the many hiking trails. If you come to Sandwich, bear in mind that this secluded village doesn’t have a gas station. See www.discoversandwich.com. Sandwich is one of the many small towns that marks Independence Day with a fireworks display. The boating crowd often chooses to watch Meredith or Wolfeboro’s fireworks display from the water. Other towns, Ashland, most notably, are known for their Fourth of July parades. If there’s an animal that symbolizes summer in the Lakes Region, the loon could be it. A loon’s life is hardly simple, though, as the unique aquatic birds are threatened by both climate change and human activities. On Lees Mill Road in Moultonborough, The Loon Center
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PRESENTING
PLATINUM
GOLD
SILVER
BRONZE
NH Motor Speedway Takeda Pharmaceuticals Tandy’s Pub The Concord Monitor True Brew Barista
Concord Arts Market Concord Community TV Laconia Daily Sun Merrimack County Savings Bank Sacco Eyecare Sulloway & Hollis, PLLC
BEER TENT
CONTACT INTOWN CONCORD FOR SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES!
PRESENTING MEDIA
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FAMILY FUN GUARANTEED... FUN from page 20 and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary offer both an indoor facility to educate visitors about the most recognizable of Lakes Region birds, and a chance to walk through the sanctuary with a chance to spot one for yourself. See www. loon.org. And then there are the more traditional summer vacation activities. Many visitors will make a trip to Weirs Beach, to visit the beach and the arcades and other shops on the boardwalk. Nearby, the Weirs Drive-In is one of the few remaining movie theaters of its kind. Its four screens show first-run films at 76 Endicott Street East in Laconia. The Gilford Cinema 8 on Old Lake Shore Road also features first-run movies and matinee and evening showings in the region’s largest auditoriums. There’s a go-kart track in The Weirs, across the street from Funspot, a favorite place to while away a rainy day by playing arcade games, bowling or indoor mini golf. See www.funspotnh.com. What else to do if the raindrops are falling? Each town, no matter how small, has its own library, and they welcome children no matter the weather. For example, The Gilford Public Library has books for every age,
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FAMILY FUN GUARANTEED... from preceding page of course, but it also keeps a summer calendar full of activities, movies and classes. Members can check out passes to museums, galleries and science centers, as well as audio books for their drives around the region. See www.gilfordlibrary. org. And if your little ones need to burn off some energy, go to the Lakes Region Gymnastics Academy on Route 106 in Belmont, where open gym is offered on Saturdays from June 24 thru August 17. The Academy also offers summer camps and birthday parties. See www.lakesregiongymnasticsacademy.com.
(Courtesy photo/Funspot) There’s always something to do at Funspot in The Weirs. It’s home to the world’s largest arcade and features video and pinball games, kiddie rides, bumper cars, an indoor 18-hole mini-golf course, and more.
9 Old Lake Shore Rd. • Gilford • 603-528-6600
8 AUDITORIUMS LARGEST AUDITORIUMS IN THE AREA HIGH BACK LEATHER ROCKER SEATS GROUP RATES AVAILABLE
PRICES MATINEE CHILDREN (2-11) AND SENIORS (62+) $8 • ADULT $10 Facebook link is https://www.facebook.com/GilfordCinema8/ Website http://www.yourneighborhoodtheatre.com/location/3850/Gilford-Cinema-8 INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun • Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 / Page 23
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WOW TRAIL
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he Winnisquam-Opechee-Winnipesaukee, or WOW, Trail is a multi-use rail trail in the city of Laconia enjoyed by bikers, walkers and runners of all ages. Built within the state of New Hampshire-owned railroad right-of-way alongside the active tracks currently leased to the Winnipesaukee Scenic
Railroad, the trail spans from Elm Street in Lakeport to downtown Laconia and then on to the Belmont town line where it meets with Belmont’s Winnisquam Scenic Trail, creating 4.25 miles of continuous trail between Lakeport and Belmont. The trail connects Lakeport and downtown, offering convenient access to the Laconia Public Library and views of Lake Opechee. It then continues from the train station past Pitman’s Freight Room and Laconia’s Bartlett Beach to the Belmont town line, where it meets with Belmont’s Winnisquam Scenic Trail at the Leslie Roberts Beach. This section winds through the woods and offers picturesque views of Lake Winnisquam. The trail offers locals and visitors alike the opportunity to stop for a picnic, swim or venture off the trail to shop and grab a snack or lunch at one of downtown Laconia’s restaurants and shops along the way. First conceptualized as the Lakes Region Bikeway System in 1982 by the Lakes Region Planning Commission and the City of Laconia, the WOW Trail is a part of a renewed regional trail effort that aims to transform the state-owned railroad right-of-way into a year-round public recreation space for residents and visitors to enjoy—ultimately connecting Meredith, Weirs Beach, Lakeport, downtown Laconia, Belmont, Tilton and Franklin with New Hampshire’s Northern Rail Trail. For more information, visit www.wowtrail.org.
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ARTS, THEATER, MUSIC
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reativity abounds in the Lakes Region, with a lively and active arts, theater and music community. In downtown Laconia, Frates Creates at the Belknap Mill provides art lessons, caricatures, cartoon storytelling and paint-along parties. The Belknap Mill, which was originally built as one of New England’s first textile mills, is now a museum. Just outside the mill, the riverside Rotary Park hosts concerts. The Lakes Region Art Association provides a supportive and educational forum for local artists, both amateur and professional. Their work hangs in businesses around the region, and is offered for sale in a gallery in the Tanger Outlets in Tilton. In Meredith, at Mill Falls Marketplace, Oglethorpe Fine Arts and Crafts boasts a treasure trove of quality handcrafted items from across the United States. Oglethorpe prides itself in carrying beautiful, quality pieces for use in our everyday lives. Head out to Wolfeboro and visit The Sandy Martin Art Gallery, an artist-owned Fine Art Gallery located at 15 S. Main St., where Sandy Martin exhibits her paintings. Her work is hung in private and corporate collections internationally. The Art Place, also in Wolfeboro, is located in the center of this quintessential New England town. The gallery is open year round and features 18 artists, many from the area, who are skilled in various mediums. Artwork is available in watercolor, oil, acrylic, photography, and limited edition prints. The Art Place will host several exhibit openings throughout the year.
The Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion (formerly known as Meadowbrook) is a 9,000-seat amphitheater on the shores of beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee in Gilford. The venue is now owned by Live Nation, the entertainment giant that owns Ticketmaster. This year’s lineup includes Lynyrd Skynyrd, Zac Brown Band, Trace Adkins and Clint Black, Snoop Dogg, Ice-T, and Warren G, Heart and Sheryl Crow, Hootie & the Blowfish and Barenaked Ladies, Rob Thomas, The Goo Goo Dolls and Train, Beck, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson, Alabama and the Charlie Daniels Band, and ZZ Top and Cheap Trick, among many others. Great Waters Music Festival is a series of folk, classical and other performances at several venues around Wolfeboro. The Granite State Music Hall in downtown Laconia is the latest entry to the local music scene, featuring live bands throughout the summer. The Winnipesaukee Playhouse stages professional and community-based theatrical productions. The theatre, tucked away at 50 Reservoir Road in Meredith, has become a cultural gem in the area. The Interlakes Summer Theatre, located at 1 Laker Lane in Meredith, offers professional summer stock productions of Broadway classics and shows for kids put on by the Interlakes Children Theatre. Soulfest is an annual Christian music festival held at the Gunstock Mountain Resort in Gilford, and features three stages and over 80 artists and speakers. This year’s event runs Aug. 1-3, and features Bethel Music, Switchfoot, For King & Country, Matt Maher, Jordan Feliz, and more.
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Granite State Music Hall (Formerly The Whiskey Barrel) Under New Ownership
Wednesday, May 29th The Original Wailers - Reggae legends featuring original members from Bob Marley’s Band
Friday, July 19th The Bronson Arroyo Band - Featuring Red Sox World Series Champion pitcher
Saturday, June 8th Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC Experience
Saturday, July 20th Steven Adler of Guns N’ Roses
Sunday June 9th American Badass - Tribute to Kid Rock
Wednesday, July 24th Quiet Riot - Classic 80’s metal band
Thursday, June 13th Shot Of Poison - Tribute to Poison
Sunday, August 4th Return to Sunset Strip Tour featuring: Faster Pussycat and Bang Tango
Friday, June 14th Vintage Skynyrd - The ultimate Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute
Friday August 16th Donavon Frankenreiter
Saturday, June 15th Dirty Deeds - The AC/DC experience
Saturday August 31st Gary Hoey
Wednesday, July 10th Saliva - Multi-platinum selling rock band
Friday, September 6th Country star Jon Langston
Saturday, July 13th King’s X - Progressive metal legends
Saturday, September 28th Candlebox - Multi-platinum selling rock band Sunday, October 6th Slaughter- 80’s hair metal legends
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• 4 Movie Screens - Always playing the latest movies, first runs, with bonus double features. • Great snack bar on premises too! • Box office opens at 7pm - Shows start at dusk. Located on Route 3 (Daniel Webster Hwy.) across from the entrance to Weirs Beach.
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LACONIA MOTORCYLE WEEK - JUNE 8-16
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t’s the oldest motorcycle rally in the country, dating back to 1916, and still offers the authentic feel and excitement of being out on the open road on two wheels and having an adventure with people who share the same kind of passion. That’s why people come back year after year to the Lakes Region for Laconia Motorcycle Week and wrap themselves up in the mystique which surrounds the original Gypsy Tour and the freedom from convention which it symbolizes. The bike riders are very much a crosssection of the entire country and you’ll find doctors, lawyers, prison guards, police officers and yes, even accountants, showing
up along with plumbers, construction workers, waitresses and auto mechanics. Those showing up for the first time will find a welcoming reception from the people of the Lakes Region, who look forward to greeting bikers and making new friends, as well as from their fellow riders. First-timers will find no better introduction to the event than the annual Peter Makris Memorial Run, which kicks off a week-long celebration on Saturday, June 8, from the Naswa Resort. The event is a fundraiser for the Laconia Fire Department’s Life Saving Fund and Water Rescue Team as well as for Easter Seals of New Hampshire’s Veterans Count program.
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BOATING By Adam Drapcho THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
Lake Winnipesaukee is a playground, and each summer the fun includes tubing, wakeboarding and, the newest water sport, wake surfing. But a half-century ago, when the lake was just beginning to be seen as a destination for fun in the sun, a different sport was king: waterskiing. Some people still waterski today, of course, but in the 1950s and ’60s, the sport dominated Lake Winnipesaukee, and some of the region’s other water bodies, too. There were even waterski teams that competed on the lake and put on demonstrations to wow spectators. Lynda LaFlamme remembers that era fondly. Her father, Albert, owned LaFlamme’s Bakery, and
after he got out of work every afternoon, he’d take the boat out and pull the kids for the rest of the day. “It became a family thing; we came from a very small community, we started our own water ski club, the Prescott Bay View Club. First of all, it was competition – my family thrived on competition,” LaFlamme said. “It was a fun time in our lives, it was a memorable time, because all these years later we’re still talking about it.” LaFlamme lives in Florida now, but her waterskiing days aren’t just a memory. Her son and daughter-in-law have a home on Lake Opechee, and they’ve kept the waterskiing tradition alive. “I can still get up and ski, and every once in a while I can still one-ski,” LaFlamme said. Gretchen Shortway, who grew up
in Gilford, was part of the storied ski team sponsored by Goodhue’s Boatyard. “I must have had around 50 trophies,” she said. As a kid, all of her friends’ families had boats, and they all waterskied. Shortway, a wiry girl, was stubborn on skis. “I never wanted to fall, so I held on for dear life,” and her tenacity was noticed by Tup Goodhue, whose father owned a boatyard in the Glendale section of Gilford. Tup asked Shortway to join his ski team, which already featured Brad Thompson. The team put on weekend shows off Weirs Beach, and they featured stunts such as Shortway riding atop a human pyramid of other skiers. They also competed in relay and distance races. A 50-mile waterski race, said Shortway, would take a week See next page
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BOATING
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from preceding page for her body to recover from, but she didn’t worry about that until she reached the finish line. “You don’t think of it when you’re doing it, your mind is on the course, your mind is on finishing,” Shortway said. But those longdistance races could be harder on the boat driver than the skier, Goodhue said. He built a 19-foot Hydrodyne – which his see BOATS page 50 INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun • Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 / Page 33
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BOAT & WATER TOY RENTALS
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t’s very important to have the right tool for the job, and that applies to the serious job of having fun on the lake, too. If you want to rent rather than own your summertime toys, you have a lot of options in the Lakes Region. Most marinas on the lakes rent boats, and many rent kayaks, canoes and paddleboards, as well. You can also rent wakesurfers, wake foils, water carpets and lots of other water toys. Those looking to rent a boat need to keep in mind that a New Hampshire Safe Boating Certificate is required to rent any boat with an engine rated for more than 25 horsepower. You must be 16 years old to get a certificate. You can obtain a temporary 14-consecutive-day certificate from most boat rental facilities by passing an online test that you can take on the spot. You can only get one temporary certificate per year. Another tip about renting boats and other equipment: you should reserve your equipment as early as possible. Rental facilities report that they are often booked solid well in advance, especially for holiday weeks such as Memorial Day, the Fourth of July and Labor Day. “Everybody wants to go boating!” Irwin Marine
Parts and Rentals Manager Shawn Minor said. Irwin Marine rents boats suitable for both fishermen and recreational users at both its Laconia and Alton facilities, including 21-foot Sea Ray Bowriders and 24-foot Berkshire pontoon boats. For those renting a boat, Irwin’s also has rentals of water skis and tubes, along with the required tow lines and life vests. For more information, call 603- 524-6661. Winnisquam Marine rents boats, including highperformance Bennington pontoon boats rated at 200 to 350 HP, at its Winnisquam location, and all of the rental boats have GPS units. Winnisquam Marine also rents stand-up paddleboards, canoes, kayaks, wakeboards, kneeboards and other equipment at its Winnipesaukee location. Water skis, towing tubes and related equipment are only available to customers renting a boat. For details, call 603-524-8380. You can also rent regular runabouts and pontoon boats of many different sizes from Fay’s Boat Yard in Gilford. They also rent smaller non-powered utility boats, such as rowboats, and low-horsepower boats that don’t require a boating certificate, as well as see WATER TOYS page 41
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BOAT & WATER TOY RENTALS
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WATER TOYS from page 38 kayaks and canoes. Fay’s has increased the variety of boats available to rent this summer. “We’ve phased out the Chapparal boats and added five new lines of boats,” Service Coordinator Rick Dean said. “We’re looking forward to getting feedback on the new boats.” For more information, call 603293-8000. Anchor Marine on Union Avenue in Laconia has been renting boats for over 35 years. Owner Bob Andrews said pontoon boats have grown in popularity. “All of the pontoon boats we rent have three pontoons, for added stability,” he said. “They have four-stroke 115HP engines that run very quietly.” They also rent regular runabouts, but do not rent non-powered or low-horsepower boats. Towing tubes and water skis are also available separately to customers renting boats. If you rent a boat for six days you get the sixth day for free! For more information, call 603-366-4311. Scott Trexler, general manager of Trexler’s Marina in Moultonborough, said they rent Bowriders and Manitou pontoon boats, as well as kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. They also rent rowboats and other low-horsepower craft that don’t require a boating certificate. “The smaller utility boats are popular with the fisherman,” Trexler said. For more information, call 603-253-7315. East Coast Flightcraft of New England is one of the top dealers in the world for Malibu and Cobalt boats. Their Winnipesaukee Pier location at the Weirs offers an in-water showroom, gas dock, surf shop, boat slips and rentals. The Winnipesaukee Pier also features the first Premier Watersports School in the Lakes Region. Lakeside Watersports offers Pro
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BOAT & WATER TOY RENTALS WATER TOYS from page 33 Level Instructors behind the allnew Malibu and Axis Tow boats. Their service center also includes a full recon department which offers detailing, gelcoat and fiberglass repair, ceramic coating and bottom painting. If it has to do with boating, they can handle it. You can check out their website at www.eastcoastflightcraft.com. You can also call (or text) them at the Winnipesaukee Pier location (603(Courtesy photo/Metro) 527-8002) or Route 104 in Meredith (603-279-8300). Sports & Marine ParafunaFor those on the east side of Lake Winnipesaukee lia in Gilford offers a wide range of watersport rentals and they also sell and install looking to rent water toys other than boats and Jet water trampolines. Open 7 days a week thru Labor Skis, Dive Winnipesaukee in Wolfeboro rents just Day. See their website at www.parafunalia.com or about everything. They can be reached at 603-5698080. call them at 603-293-8998.
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LODGING
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ccommodations in the Lakes Region range from affordable motels and hostel beds to lake-side luxury. There are remote retreats if you’re looking for a quiet getaway, inns and bed & breakfasts for a quaint stay in town, or waterfront hotels for the lake experience. Family-owned Path Resorts offers some of the region’s favorite accommodations. The Summit Resort, within walking distance of Weirs Beach, offers a range of amenities, including indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center, racquetball and tennis courts, and a playground for the kids. From its setting among 500 acres of unspoiled fields and hardwood forests, Steele Hill Resorts offers stunning views of Lake Winnipesaukee and Lake Winnisquam framed by the White Mountains. And the Center Harbor Inn offers beachside luxury with a blend of small-town charm and a location right on Lake Winnipesaukee. Mill Falls at the Lake in charming Meredith on Lake Winnipesaukee has four different hotel options: Inn at Mill Falls, Chase House, Bay Point and Church Landing. They also feature five restaurants, the Cascade Spa, shopping at Mill Falls Marketplace and EKAL Activity Center.
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The Lake Opechee Inn & Spa is a boutique hotel on the shore of Lake Opechee in Laconia. The inn features 34 individually decorated rooms, many with hot tubs and balconies overlooking the lake. Fireside Inn & Suites is located in Gilford, just down the road from Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion. It has 59 rooms, all with microwave, refrigerators, and coffee makers; indoor and outdoor pools and an exercise room. Twin Mountain/Mt. Washington KOA is an award-winning campground in the heart of the White Mountains. Windrifter Resort features on-site Kingswood Golf Course and a marina on Lake Winnipesaukee. This Wolfeboro resort offers a full slate of outdoor activities. There is also an indoor saltwater pool, tennis courts,
fitness center and game room. Village at Winnipesaukee is located in the heart of Weirs Beach and offers
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A Resort near Lake Winnipesaukee! A short walk to the Bank of New Hampshire Pavilion at Meadowbrook The Fireside Inn & Suites has 83 rooms; these include Fireplace rooms, rooms with Tempur-Pedic Beds and 24 suites. Our suites are 800 square feet with 1 bedroom, full kitchen, dining area and living room. Guests enjoy complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, and wireless internet access throughout the property. All rooms have refrigerators, microwaves, 55” HDTV, Keurig coffee system, USB plugs and have private balconies or patios. We have an indoor and outdoor pool, a waterfall whirlpool, well-equipped exercise room and friendly staff. Francis Tuscano- General Manager/ Regional Manager
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Beautiful Hostel in the heart of the Lakes Region of New Hampshire! Open June to October • Fully renovated in 2017 • Affordable accommodations • Free Parking on-site • Several bunkrooms and 4 bathrooms • Lockers and linens provided • Laundry facilities on-site • Walking distance to many activities • Free Wi-Fi and Coffee/Tea service
For more information or to make a RESERVATION Contact us at (603) 527-8097 www.belknaphousehostel.org Belknap House, 200 Court Street, Laconia, NH
Twin Mountain/Mt.Washington KOA
Full Hook-up Sites • 30/50/Amp SVC • Pull Thru Sites • Kamping Cabins • Kamping Kottages • Wooded Tent Sites • Minutes from Mt Washington and Santa’s Village • New expansion with large deluxe pull through sites and new deluxe cabins • Surrounded by miles of hiking trails • New glamping tent • Newly renovated internet café/game room • Heated pool
• Hay rides and other family activities • Free WiFi • Pancake breakfast and ice cream social • Friendly staff • Clean • Large playground with new equipment • Camp store – Fully stocked for all your camping needs
twinmountainkoa.com 800-562-9117 Twin Mountain KOA 372 Route 115 Twin Mountain, NH (603) 846-5559 Page 48 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
REAL ESTATE
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hat do Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream and the Lakes Region have in common? Besides a store in downtown Meredith, they both offer seemingly endless choices… in flavors and real estate options that is! If you are a repeat visitor to our amazingly beautiful area and you are perusing this section you have undoubtedly toyed with the idea of owning your own little slice of real estate heaven. If you are a first time visitor, well… you’re bound to fall in love with us and you’ll be back, too! But with so many different and wonderful flavors of real estate available to choose from you can be easily overwhelmed.
Downright confused, even. There’s a lot more to this than meets the eye! You are going to need a seasoned and experienced guide to help you find the way. Sure, your GPS can help you get around, but trust me, you are still going to get lost. You need a real trailblazer! A seasoned Lakes Region real estate guide knows his (or her!) way around and where to find the best locations, the best views, the best waters, those secluded special spots, and the best deals! And, if you are relatively new to the area it helps if your guide is fluent in the local language. After all, names like Kanasatka, Pemigewasset, Winaukee,
Wakondah, Keewaydin, and Winnipesaukee don’t exactly roll off the tongue. You certainly don’t want to look like you just fell off the ice cream truck! So let us help you explore all the flavors from the Lake Opechee Vanilla condo to the Lake Waukewan Rocky Road retreat or the Winnipesauke Phish Food waterfront estate. We can also help you decide what kind of toppings you need, too! Whipped cream, sprinkles, or nuts? ••• Roy Sanborn is a sales associate at Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Realty. He can be reached at 603-677-7012.
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BOATS from page 33
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father was about to send to the scrapyard – into a ski boat. He had to refiberglass the hull, and he scavenged a pair of Mercury six-cylinder engines off a work barge to power it. In those days, most fuel tanks were flat on the bottom, and toward the end of a long race and if the water was choppy, the pumps could suck in air, causing the boat to stall. So, with help from his father and the yard foreman, Goodhue found two beer kegs and installed them as round-bottomed gas tanks. Those came in handy for his father’s 60th birthday, when he commissioned a 60-mile race – held over a weekend on Winnipesaukee – that took skiers from one corner of the lake to another, then back to the start. The Saturday portion of the race went fine, but on Sunday the lake was so rough that Goodhue eased the throttle back as much he could while still keeping Thompson on top of the water. Then, near Rattlesnake Island, a wave crested over the bow. “It washed me right out of my seat, and I still had the steering wheel in my hands,” Goodhue recalled. He scrambled back to the cockpit and shoved the wheel back on its spindle and was able to finish the race. A few days later and still sore, his dad urged him see BOATS page 56
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Looking to buy or sell? Large or small. Make one call, I sell them all! Christina Zeiger C: 603-290-1700 O: 603-253-7766 Christina.Zeiger@verani.com 60 Whittier Highway #3 Moultonborough, NH 03254 A member of the franchise system of BHH Affiliates, LLC
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BRINGING OUR NH HERITAGE TO YOU 1120 Scenic View Road, Holderness, NH 03245 603-968-7796 Fax 603-968-3299 Barbara Currier, Licensed NH Broker, Owner email: barb@pineshoresllc.com Debra Ward, Associate Broker Kim Gould, Sales Associate Mike Bagge, Sales Associate www.pineshoresllc.com
Residential Land • Vacation Property Year Round Homes Realtor of the Year 2015 2017 President of Lakes Region Board of Realtors® 15 years experience
LOVE 603-293-7227 LakesRegionHomesinNH.com
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Whether you are looking to buy,
Family Owned & Operated
sell or rent, we will be at your side helping you with every step.
Together we have over 50 years experience selling central NH 116 Main Street #2 Ashland, NH 03217 603-968-3112 Email: info@hughesregroup.com www.HughesREGroup.com
Laconia, New Hampshire
Enjoy Weirs Beach and all the pleasures of NH’s Lakes Region! Weirs Beach Village is a wonderful and unique new community of Single Family destination homes, that offer carefee year-round living! Starting at
$249,000
Call for Appointment: (603) 965-5416
Rte 93 North; Rt 104/Rt-132 towards Meredith/New Hampton. Keep right at fork to NH 104; right onto US-3/Daniel Webster Hwy; straight through roundabout. End at 198 Endicott St. N.
Developed by: Impact Development Advisors, Inc. Construction by: Bonnette, Page & Stone Corp.
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LifeQuest Church
Sunday School, 9:30am • Worship Service, 10:30am A Christian & Missionary Alliance Church 115 Court Street, Laconia 524-6860 Pastor Barry Warren www.lifequestchurchnh.org
Laconia Christian Fellowship
Gilford Community Church
19 Potter Hill Road Gilford, NH 03249 603-524-6057 www.gilfordcommunitychurch.org Worship Service 10:00 am
First Baptist Church of Meredith
www.laconiachristianfellowship.com 1386 Meredith Center Road, Laconia, NH
89 Main Street, Meredith NH 603-279-8108 • www.fbcmeredith.com Regular Schedule: Prayer Meeting - Wednesdays at 7pm Sunday School 9:30am (for all ages); Worship Service 10:45am Summer Service Times (July 7th-September 1st): Worship Service 9:30am (no Sunday School) 2019 Vacation Bible School: July 22-26 9am -12 noon
St. André Bessette Parish 603-524-9609 Sacred Heart Church St. Joseph Church 291 Union Ave. 30 Church St. Sat: 4:00pm Sun: 8:30am Sun: 7am & 10:30am Tues: 5:00pm Mon., Wed. & Thurs: 8am Very Reverend Marc B. Drouin V.F.
St. Joseph Parish Roman Catholic Church 96 Main St., Belmont NH / 603-267-8174 Mass Schedule: Reconciliation: Saturday: 4:30 PM Saturday: 3:30-4:15 PM Sunday: 9:30 AM Very Reverend Marc B. Drouin V.F.
Sunday Worship 9:30-11:00am An informal, Bible centered service
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church
St. James Episcopal Church
WORSHIP SERVICES AT 7:45AM & 10:30AM
WORSHIP SERVICE AT 9:00AM
www. goodshepherdnh.org ~ Join Us!
www.saintjameslaconia.org ~ All Are Invited!
The Rev. Janet Lombardo • 524-5800 The Rev. Jennifer Hitt, Pastor • 528-4078 2238 Parade Rd, Laconia
New Hampton Community Church 14 Church Lane New Hampton, NH 03256 newhamptoncc.org • 603-744-8252 Worship Sunday’s at 10:00am, Sunday school & nursery care available through the summer!
A vibrant church full of life, love and support, come and see!
www.faithalivenh.org
Evangelical Baptist Church 50 Washington Street • laconiachurch.com
SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES 8:30AM & 10:30AM
for more information: wwwlfcnh.org or find us on social media Facebook & Instagram: @lfcnhMeeting at the Beane Conference Center 35 BLUEBERRY LN. LACONIA
Join us Sunday mornings at 9am or 10:45 am Nursery (0-age 5) at 9am Nursery (0-age 3), Pre K - Grade 5 at 10:45 am Coffee time at 10:15am
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BOATS from page 42
New Hampton Community Church Come and See why so many people gather
to visit the doctor. “I had three broken ribs. I didn’t even know it.”
Waterskiing today
Waterskiers might be harder to find today on Winnipesaukee, but they’re there if you know where to look. Becky Bartlett is the president of the Abenaki Waterski Club, which practices and competes on the still waters of Wolfeboro’s Back Bay. The all-ages, all-abilities club has about 50 members, she said, including people who live in the area year-round and people who come up for just a week. Bartlett understands the attractions of other water sports, but says there’s a special draw for waterskiing. “I personally just love the feeling of going around the buoys, seeing how well you can do,” she said. Then there are the jumps. Abenaki has jumps that are usually five feet high and, depending on the skill of the jumper and the speed of the boat, can launch a skier airborne for up to 100 feet. “Oh my gosh, when you hit that ramp and you’re flying through the air, it’s so much fun,” she said. Want to see what competitive water skiing looks like? The Abenaki Waterski Club is hosting slalom, jump and trick competitions on June 22, July 20-21 See next page
Sunday Morning at 10 a.m. • Engaging Intergenerational Worship: Contemporary music and relevant message to refresh and inspire you • We love Children: Nursery Care and age appropriate Children’s Groups We believe church is the most logical place to ask questions about God & Faith So we have created safe spaces we call “Life Groups”
Visit us 10 am on Sunday morning, You will be glad you came! NEW HAMPTON COMMUNITY CHURCH Main St., New Hampton, NH 03256 Tel. (603) 744-8252 www.newhamptoncc.org facebook.com/NewHamptonCC
p i h s r o W
LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO
THIS SUMMER?
INSPIRING MUSIC AWESOME KIDS CLASSES MESSAGES TO HELP YOU GROW
SUNDAYS 8:30 & 10:30AM MEETING AT THE BEANE CONFERENCE CENTER 35 BLUEBERRY LANE LACONIA WWW.LFCNH.ORG FACEBOOK & INSTA@LFCNH
SUMMER FIRST SUNDAYS AT THE MARGATE 10AM JUNE 2, JULY 7, AUGUST 4 76 LAKE ST. LACONIA
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from preceding page and Aug. 17. Waterskiing is like riding a bike, Bartlett said. Once you’ve learned how, you’ll have that skill whenever
the conditions are just right. The Abenaki Waterski Club has certified instructors who would be happy to introduce people to the sport that once held court. “If you’re looking to take it to the
next level, we are definitely there. But we also have people in our club who teach lessons,” Bartlett said. “Anyone can be part of it.” For more information, email abenakiskiclub@gmail.com.
Welcome to the Lakes Region. We are so glad you’re here!
From the pristine waters of Lake Winnipesaukee, Squam Lakes, Lake Wentworth; to the breath taking views of the Belknap, Ossipee, or Sandwich Mountain Range’s; New Hampshire’s Lakes Region offers endless opportunities to rest, recover and reset your body and mind. “Are you weary, carrying a heavy burden? Then come to me, I will refresh your life, for I am your oasis. You will find refreshment and rest in me.” Matthew 11:28-29
In your planning family outings and memorable adventures, have you considered the value of rest and reset for your soul? Consider joining us at one of our two Locations.
Lakes Region Vineyard Church
Lakes Region Vineyard Church: Wolfeboro
Sunday Service at 10 am
Children’s Sunday School & Nursery provided during teaching time.
Sunday Service at 10 am
Children’s Sunday School & Nursery Provided during teaching time.
Serving the Lakes Region Community for 27 years!
LRVC LACONIA
Food Pantry Thursday’s 9:00 am—11:45 am 175 Mechanic Street Laconia NH 03246 www.lakesregionvineyard.com Facebook: Lakes Region Vineyard Church Office: 603-527-2662
85 Center St. Wolfeboro NH
Mail: 36 Center Street #210 Wolfeboro NH 03894 WOLFEBORO CHURCH SITE
www.wolfeborovineyard.com
Facebook.com/LRVCWolfeboro instragram: wolfeborovineyardchurch
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WINERIES & BREWERIES
(Courtesy photos/Hermit Woods Winery & Deli)
By Adam Drapcho THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
T
here are more than a dozen breweries, wineries and distilleries in the Lakes Region, and probably more than a few that visitors to the area haven’t heard of. And, some of those craft beverage producers say, that might be a good thing. Though it’s less than a decade old, Hermit Woods Winery has established itself as the most high-profile of the Lakes Region’s wineries. The operation started in 2011, in one of the bedrooms of Bob Manley’s Sanbornton home,
and within a couple of years it moved to downtown Meredith. Each year, production and sales have increased by at least 20 percent, and Hermit Woods is now on pace to produce about 3,500 cases in a year. Hermit Woods has made a name for itself by producing wines based on non-grape fruits. Unlike most fruit wines, though, they aren’t dessert-sweet wines. Instead, Ken Hardcastle, the winemaker at Hermit Woods, aims for Old World-style flavors. The wine world has taken notice, and often selects Hermit Woods’ wines as the winner in tasting competitions. In 2017, Food and Wine magazine
included Hermit Woods among its list of the “500 Best Wineries in America.” Hermit Woods wines are now found in many local restaurants, craft beverage shops and state liquor stores, and the winery just added a pair of 1,500gallon tanks to help keep up with production. Their rosé and petit blue – the latter of which includes more than a pound of blueberries in each bottle – are consistently their volume leaders. With their current equipment, Hermit Woods could produce up to 5,000 cases of wine each year see BREWERIES page 52
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WINERIES & BREWERIES BREWERIES from page 50
And that’s as much as they will ever make, Manley said, because their business is built around a personal connection to their wines and to their customers. “By building this relationship with our customer base, it’s building a buzz,” Manley said. If they were to push for more than 5,000 cases, he said, the production would start to become “more manufacturing than the crafting of wines,” and he wants to retain the connection that his company has with downtown Meredith. “We’re not shooting for big distribution – our core is still here,” Manley said. “If you want
to experience Hermit Woods, you have to come here.”
Old barns, new brewery
Just a mile away, a new brewery has come to town. Located on Route 3 near the traffic circle, Twin Barns Brewing Company is opening this summer by mid-June, owner Dave Picarillo and head brewer Samuel Clemens said. With 10 barrels, Twin Barns will be one of the biggest breweries in the Lakes Region. But it doesn’t aim to be one of the biggest in New England. Instead of wondering how much beer they can sell, they want to focus on quality and variety. “We are going to have a bit of everything,” Clemens said. His
early plans include sour ales, low-gravity stouts, an American porter, a New England IPA and a refreshing golden ale he calls his “lawnmower beer.” And he will continue to watch the trends and innovations of the beer industry with an eye for what he can experiment with next in Meredith. Whatever Clemens comes up with, you’ll need to visit the taproom in Meredith to try it. “All the beer that we’re brewing will be served on-site,” he said. Twin Barns – so named because it’s actually two barns that were conjoined – will feature 10 taps and also serve See next page
HANDCRAFTED BEER & BITES | OPENING JUNE 2019 TwinBarnsBrewing.com • 194 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, NH Serving Lunch & Dinner • The Lakes Regions Newest Craft Brewery • Events & Entertainment FOLLOW US TO SEE WHATS HAPPENING AT THE BARN:
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WINERIES & BREWERIES
(Courtesy photos/Hermit Woods Winery & Deli)
from preceding page
food. The emphasis will be on the beer, though. Why not go for grander ambitions? Because Clemens knows what that looks like. He left the head brewer’s position at Long Trail, which distributes throughout more than a dozen states. With an operation that large, more effort is placed on marketing and packaging, seemingly, than on recipes, and even the act of canning or bottling beer can detrimentally change its flavor. “It has been a big change,” Clemens said about leaving Long Trail for Twin Barns. “It’s going down to something smaller. In the craft beer industry a smaller operation provides us an opportunity for creativity and to remain relevant to the local people who are who we are trying to serve.” As creative as Clemens gets, Picarillo said people with more mainstream palates shouldn’t be afraid to come in for a pint. “Sam’s going to have beer for a diverse set of tastes. There’s always going to be something on the menu for you,” Picarillo said.
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Summertime is Morécello Time. ®
Stock up before your guests arrive. Adding it to almost any mixed drink on a hot summer day will drop your body temperature 3 degrees. Pour it on ice cream or in lemonade. Add it to a frappe. Pour it on fruit or pancakes. Drink it straight-up or on the rocks. However you enjoy it, make your summer gatherings or romantic evenings more memorable with Morécello Blackberry Cello. It’s NH’s new summertime tradition. Visit www.blackcovebeverages.com to find out where to buy. Morécello is the registered trademark of Black Cove Beverages, Meredith, NH. Please drink responsibly. Never drink and drive. Page 62 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
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SHOPPING
I
Farm Fresh Produce and Meat
t is not hard to find locally grown produce in the Lakes Region, with a number of farm stands and farmers’ markets, as well as stores carrying locally sourced food items. One of the most comprehensive is Gilmanton’s Own, established as a nonprofit cooperative market and agricultural center in Gilmanton. It sells agricultural and artisanal products produced right in town, as well as serving as an educational center where people can learn about farming and its history in Gilmanton. Gilmanton’s Own holds farm festivals and other community events celebrating local agriculture, and offers farm-to-table meals featuring local ingredients. This year, Gilmanton’s Own is operating in a new partnership with Four Corners Brick House.
Other Venues
Beans & Greens in Gilford has grown from a farm stand founded by Andy and Martina Howe to a farmstead that celebrates growing, cooking, and eating great food while living healthy and happy lives. It even
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PRODUCE from page 55 offers a corn maze at the end of the growing season. The Laconia Farmers Market opens on Saturdays in June through September in the Laconia City Hall parking lot on Beacon Street East, with a selection of produce, baked goods, cheese, meats, soaps, and crafts. Moulton Farm at 18 Quarry Road in Meredith and Picnic Rock Farms at 85 Daniel Webster Highway also have farmers’ market days, along with home and garden events centered around fruits and vegetables. Baked goods, jellies, and other related items are be available. The Gilford Farmers Market runs Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon at the historic Rowe House in Gilford Village, featuring produce and crafts and live entertainment. Owens Truck Farm on Route 175 in Ashland has fresh produce, including blueberries and peaches, along with farm cookies. Green Acres Farm at 90 Donkin Hill Road, New Hampton, offers pick-your-own blueberries and raspberries. Top of the Hill Farm at 50 Martin Hill Road, Wolfeboro, has fruit and vegetables, as well as local beef, lamb, and chicken in a variety of cuts. The Bread Peddler in Sanbornton has fresh produce, along with bakery items and breads. The Local Butcher, at 490 South Barnstead Road, Barnstead, has agricultural products as well as a USDAinspected slaughterhouse for those raising animals for their own consumption.
Celebrating 113 Years
259 Endicott St. N., Laconia, NH 03246 366-4466 10am to 6pm Daily, Closed Tuesdays The Oldest Candy and Ice Cream maker in New Hampshire! Candy • Chocolate Nuts • Gifts • Gift Baskets Ice Cream • Jellies • Jams Maple Products and much more…
Summer Fun For Everyone! Farmstand Fresh Produce Bakery • Deli
Farm Fun
Farm Animals • Kid’s Day Fairy House Workshop
Flowers
Annuals • Perennials Vegetables
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Make sure everything you build is out of the ordinary. When it comes to life outdoors, nothing outperforms the world’s #1 decking brand. Only Trex® is engineered to eliminate time-consuming maintenance while providing superior scratch, fade and stain resistance. From decking to railing, Trex offers an array of eco-friendly products to help you design and build an outdoor living space to make all your dreams a reality. Visit trex.com for more outdoor living product ideas and inspirations from Trex.
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JAFFREY 603.532.7716
PETERBOROUGH 603.924.9436
NASHUA 603.880.7778
ASHLAND 603.968.7626
ANDOVER 603.735.5544
SUNAPEE 603.763.7420
PEMBROKE MOULTONBOROUGH WINCHENDON, MA 603.253.4404 978.297.1162 603.224.7483
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A personalized shopping experience!
WHERE
FASHION MEETS OUTDOOR LIVING WOMEN’S AND MEN’S APPAREL
603-524-2232 63 Gilford East Dr., Gilford, NH
Fly in to check out our deli! Breakfast sandwiches & breakfast burritos! Homemade daily lunch specials!
Your local, unique and fun place to shop
lakelifefashions.com | @lakelifefashions | 603-520-4285 28 Weirs Rd, Suite 1 Gilford, New Hampshire
We’re not your typical convenience store deli!
New and Used Books
First Quality Barrels for AR, AK, 10-22 Rifles and more. Limited Runs and Fully Functional “Blemished Barrels”. GMRB is a Gold Level Cases Knife Dealer
Come visit our Factory Store at 153 West Main St, Conway, NH
603-447-1095 Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm
BAYSWATER BOOKStCARDS TOYStJEWELRY ACCESSORIES
Local authors signing every Saturday, July through August. Check out our website for more information. bayswaterbooks.com
Center Harbor, NH 603.253.8858
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FINE ART & CRAFTS GALLERY
A New Hampshire Artisans Co-op Featuring:
Jewelry • Paintings • Pottery • Cards • Photography Fiber Art • Metal Art • Quilting • Knitwear Woodenware • Mosaics • Glasswork • And More All Handcrafted by NH Artists 23 Main Street • Center Harbor • NH
Across from the Town Docks 603 253-9525
squamlakesartisans@metrocast.net
Open Year-Round!
7 Days a Week May-December • Fri, Sat, Sun February-April
The Old Country Store 1011 Whittier Hwy., Moultonboro, NH 603-476-5750 www.nhcountrystore.com
Aged Vt. Cheddar • NH Maple Products Penny Candy • Unique Items and Gifts • Candles Pickles in the Crock • Jewelry • T-Shirts and much more... Open Year Round Daily 9am-5pm July and August - Sun. - Wed. 9am-7pm Thurs. - Sat. 9am to 9pm
BEAUTIFUL • DURABLE • AFFORDABLE FOR DECKS • PATIOS • DOORS • WINDOWS
Elegant Awning & Shade Systems, LLC Belmont, NH Call for a free in-home consultation 603-267-8002 elegantawning.com info@elegantawning.com Page 68 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
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SATURDAYS 9AM-12 NOON Mid-June through September
At the Historic Rowe House 88 Belknap Mountain Rd., Gilford Village, NH
Featuring Fresh Local Produce and Handcrafted Items Live entertainment, Rowe House tours and educational exhibits by UNH Master Gardeners Proceeds to benefit the Rowe House restoration Thanks to our awesome sponsors: Belknap Landscape Co., Bill & Sally Bickford, Gilford True Value, MacDonald Veterinary Services, Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, Woodshed Roasting Company Open Daily 10am - 5pm May 15 through October 15
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12 Main Street, Center Harbor We look forward to welcoming you to our Keepsake Quilting Retail Shop! It’s beautifully situated in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, a paradise for the whole family.
Join us for our Annual Summer Sale May 30th, 31st and June 1st
• Open 7 days a week • Thousands of fabric bolts • Kits, books, patterns & notions • Famous fabric Medleys™ • Weekly open sew • Monthly classes • Family friendly
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Check with your local fire department if permissible fireworks are allowed in your area.
Fine Craft for Everyday Living
Meredith Fine Craft Gallery
279 DW Hwy. • Meredith • (603) 279-7920 • Meredith.NHCrafts.org • Monday – Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday Noon to 5pm Like us on FaceBook! www.facebook.com/nhcraft
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Your Local Independent source for all things healthy! Friendly and knowledgeable staff!
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RESTAURANTS
Faro Express manager Barbara Flood and head chef Nick Birchfield hold a muffaletta sandwich and a bowl of pesto chicken soup, which they showcased at Taste of the Lakes Region this year. (Adam Drapcho/The Laconia Sun)
By Adam Drapcho THE LACONIA DAILY SUN
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hat is there for vacationers to eat in the Lakes Region? If you think it’s just deep-fried clams and mayo-slicked lobster salad on a buttered roll, it’s time to update your taste buds. More and more, local restaurateurs say, patrons are looking for food that will help them keep their beach bodies, and menus around the region are starting to
reflect that desire. “People are looking for lighter fare, trying to stay away from the carbs. We give people the opportunity to have protein and vegetables,” said Ken Choice, chef-owner of Ellacoya Barn and Grille in Gilford. Healthy proteins and fresh vegetables, and low- or no-carb dishes, are in demand. Patrons started asking for such a meal a few years ago, now they expect to have several options on the menu.
Cooking that way takes more time, and the ingredients cost a little more, but Choice doesn’t mind. For one thing, it gives him a new challenge and a new way to flex his creativity – and he gets to employ some of the flavors of his native New Mexico. And, Choice said, sending out a plate of healthy food just feels better. “I eat this way all the time, it makes me feel good, too,” he said. see RESTAURANTS page 74
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RESTAURANTS from page 65
This summer, Choice’s restaurant menu will feature waistline-friendly items such as grilled salmon with an avocado-white wine sauce, and filet mignon with adobo seasoning, each served with grilled fresh vegetables.
North End meets South Beach
BAR
GRILL
AND 554 Endicott St N Laconia, NH 603.366.2300 www.LooneyBinBar.com
Amazing Homemade Food Award Winning Wings
Chili. Burgers. Wraps. Nachos. Salads. Reubens.
Thursdays
50¢ Wings Dine In Only
Great Merchandise Music. Pig Roasts.
TAKE OUT. Full MenU. Event Schedule At
WWW.Looneybinbar.COm
Dave Henrick said he worried about the growing interest in no-carb eating as he was building his businesses, Lakeside Roast Beef and Pizza, and the 405 Pub and Grill, both in Laconia. But when his wife, Yvette Imhoff, started looking into the ketogenic diet, Henrick wondered how many of his menu items could be altered to eliminate the carbohydrates. Quite a few of them, he found out, especially once he found a zero-carb, cauliflower-based product that can replace the crust in a pizza and the bread in a wrap or panini. It doesn’t have quite the rise that bread or conventional pizza dough does, but it matches the crispy-chewy of a good crust, without ruining someone’s diet. “It’s really taken off at the 405,” Henrick said, and the healthier option is also gaining steam at his sub and pizza shop, which is inspired by the foods he ate growing up in Boston. Where he first saw the no-carb movement as a threat, he now sees it as an opportunity for his business. “It’s something that’s evolving, as it’s evolving, it will evolve into more. As they continue to perfect the cauliflower crust, the gluten-free dough,” he will look to offer more healthy choices for his customers, he said.
Even General Tso’s Chicken?
“Believe it or not, the last few years, more and more people are looking for light food, and healthy food,” said Yan Hong, owner of Shang Hai Restaurant in Laconia, which is celebrating 20 years in business this summer. People might not think of ChineseAmerican cuisine as healthy, but at Shang Hai, Hong has been working to dispel that see RESTAURANTS page 83
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“Off the beaten path, but worth finding” 141 Water Street, Downtown Laconia
603-524-4144
www.Water-Street-Cafe.com ~ For full menu, visit our website ~
Try Our Favorites or Create Your Own Omelettes Cowboy Omelette - Grilled steak, peppers, onions and cheese topped with a southwestern sauce The John Daly - Seasoned pulled pork, bacon, onions, american cheddar and JD whiskey BBQ Our Signature Loaded Omelette - With ham, bacon, sausage, peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomato and cheese
Voted Best Breakfast in the Lakes Region! Mouth Watering Blueberry Cranberry Pancakes Maple Walnut or Orange Cranberry or Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Waffler Stacker with strawberries, blueberries, bananas topped with sour cream and brown sugar Try our Signature Sandwiches & Wraps Smokehouse Reuben with pulled pork, cheddar, coleslaw and chipotle sauce served on grilled rye Firehouse Chicken Breast Sandwich with pepper jack cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo Winni Skinny Wrap with turkey, roasted red peppers, swiss cheese, spinach, hummus Noreaster Wrap with fried haddock, lettuce, tomato, cheese and tartar sauce Wilmington Wrap with grilled chicken, spinach, mushrooms, broccoli, tomato, onions, peppers, cheddar Southwestern Turkey Melt Panini with bacon, cheese, lettuce, tomato and chipotle mayo
All you can eat Haddock and Clams Friday Nights! Lobster Mac & Cheese - Fresh 1/4lb lobster tossed with gouda and cheddar cheese sauce then baked Slow Roasted Prime Rib Au Ju - Served with your choice of potato & vegetable New England Seafood Pie - Shrimp, lobster, scallops, haddock in a newburg sauce with a crumb topping, rice pilaf and broccoli
Don’t Forget Our Amazing Catering Options!
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(Just Off Scenic Road) 95 Centenary Ave, Weirs Beach 603-968-5533
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Come Taste New England’s Favorite Seafood! Boiled lobsters, classic lobster rolls, fresh fried clams, tender scallops, grilled salmon, haddock, shrimp, delicious salads and tasty sandwiches. Burgers and chicken dishes for the land-lubbers, too!
279 Lakeside Avenue in Laconia Visit the Weathervane Seafood Restaurants in West Lebanon, Chichester, Nashua and Dover, New Hampshire, as well as in Kittery, Maine
Full Bar Featuring
FIVE DOLLAR
On The Rocks House
MARGARITAS All Day, Every Day!
www.weathervaneseafoods.com
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“Are You in the Mood for Great Italian Food?” Great Italian cuisine, superb atmosphere, outdoor seating
Come on, Enjoy Life! Laconia
Manchester
528-2022
624-2022
799 Union Avenue
155 Dow Street
fratellos.com
Nashua
194 Main Street
889-2022
Great food in a comfortable atmosphere. Outdoor Seating Available
Bristol & Merrimack Hours: Open 7 Days a Week
The answer for all your catering needs!
Serving all of New Hampshire www.greateventsnh.com info@greateventsnh.com (603) 581-9022
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Very Musical, Very Italian & Very Good! 1989-2019
Voted “Best Pizza in The Lakes Region” for 21 Years and Running! Lunch & Dinner Daily Live Musical Entertainment Nightly! Award-winning Italian Menu Featuring all Your Favorites! Two Bars and an International Wine List! Join us in THE GROTTO AT GIUSEPPE’S! for Karaoke, Thursdays at 10 p.m. and DJ and dancing, Fridays and Saturdays 10 p.m.–1 a.m. Take-out • Delivery (within 5 miles) Reservations highly recommended Corner of Routes 3 & 25 • Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith, NH (603) 279-3313 Menu, daily specials, hours and info. at giuseppesnh.com INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun • Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 / Page 79
“The Finest Szechuan and Mandarin Cuisine in the Lakes Region!” Best & Highest Quality Buffet in the Lakes Region
g the n i v r e S Region s e k a L Years 0 2 r o f
Lunch: Tuesday-Sunday, 11:30am-3:30pm • Dinner: Tuesday-Sunday 3:30-8pm Full Liquor License • Gift Certificates • Holiday Parties • Party Platters
331 South Main Street, Laconia, NH 03246 603-524-4100 See our full menu at: www.shanghainh.com
FOR OUR GLUTEN FREE FRIENDS:
FOR OUR VEGETARIAN FRIENDS:
APPETIZERS: Chicken Teriyaki Beef Teriyaki Chicken Tenders (lotus flour)
Vegetarian and health conscious people ... Shang Hai has good news for you!
SOUPS: Chicken with Rice Noodles Chicken with Rice Tofu with Vegetables Three Delight
Soybean products have become especially popular because they are: • High in protein • High in fiber • Low in Fat • Have zero cholesterol
DINNERS: Crispy Sesame Beef (lightly coated with lotus flour) Crispy Lemon Chicken (lotus flour) Happy Family (Gluten Free Soy Sauce) Chicken with Vegetables White Fried Rice with Choice of Chicken, Ham, Beef, Pork, Shrimp or Vegetables House Special Fried Rice Curry Rice Noodles with Choice of Chicken, Ham, Beef, Pork, Shrimp or Vegetables House Special Curry Rice Noodles Prices are the same as regular menu items.
We can prepare healthy, delicious dishes for you using soybean products!
And a new study shows that the phytochemical found in soybeans can help prevent heart disease and cancer. Our chef will prepare these irresistible healthy dishes using your choice of vegetables including broccoli, pea pods and mixed vegetables. More vegetables found on our regular menu. DINNERS: Vegetarian General Gao’s Chicken Vegetarian Beef Vegetarian Chicken
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2 MEDIUM 1-TOPPING PIZZAS* • 16-PIECE PARMESAN BREAD BITES • 8-PIECE CINNA STIX® • 2-LITER COCA-COLA
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Open Early & Late! Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:30am-Midnight, Fri & Sat 10:30am-1am
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We Make It Fresh, We Make It Simple, and We Make It Great. So Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy...
232 Whittier Highway, Center Harbor • 603.253.4762 Lunch Fri, Sat & Sun at 11:30 | Dinner Daily at 4pm
ALL-U-CAN-EAT SPECIALS! Monday - Shrimp served with a cup of chowder, potato & veg. Tuesday - BBQ Spare Ribs served with a cup of chowder, potato & veg. Wednesday - Haddock served with a cup of chowder, potato & veg.
(No sharing of the all you can eat specials. Cannot be combined with any other promotions and discounts. While supplies last. Served in our dining room until 7:30 pm.)
DAILY LUNCH & DINNER SPECIALS Appetizers • Soups • Pasta Specialties BBQ Specialties Seafood Specialties • Dinner Entrees Surf and Turf Seafood Baskets Combo Baskets Sandwiches • George’s Famous
216 South River Road, Bedford • 603.935.8070 Monday-Saturday Open at 11:30 | Sunday at 3pm
Located at
The Inn on Main BISTRO • BAR • EVENTS BOUTIQUE LODGING
569-1335
Catering for up to 225 people • Complete banquet facility for all occasions.... magicfoodsrestaurantgroup.com
200 North Main Street (at the Inn on Main) • Wolfeboro • 515-1003 Open Daily at 4pm
…where the classics become new again.
Lobster Roll • Special Appetizers • Lobsters Complete Meals with Soup or Salad & Dessert Sodas, Coffee, Tea etc. We also serve alcohol. TUESDAY: If you are 60 or over, let us know. We will take 15% OFF your meal. We fry cholesterol free & trans fat free.
at Lake Opechee Inn and Spa | 62 Doris Ray Court | Lakeport, NH 603-524-9373 11 South Main St., Concord, NH | 603-856-7925 Serving Lunch Mon-Fri open at 11:30 | Sat & Sun at 4:30
Tenney Mtn. Highway, Plymouth, NH 603-536-6330 Hours: Mon-Thurs 11 am we stop seating at 8:30 pm Fri, Sat, & Sun 11am we stop seating at 9:00 pm
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RESTAURANTS RESTAURANTS from page 66
perception. She has a range of options for people who can’t have or don’t want gluten, and she has a meat alternative that can make some of the staples of ChineseAmerican cuisine vegetarian. It’s a soybeanbased product – it’s not tofu – that is so convincing that she’s had vegetarian diners complain to their servers
because they thought the chef made a mistake. She now has a growing and loyal vegetarian fan base who come to get their General Tso’s Chicken or Beef and Broccoli fix without straying from their diet. “I believe no matter where you are from, New York, California, they still need good food. Living here for a week, or six months, you need nice, light, healthy food,” Hong said.
see RESTAURANTS page 84
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74 Years of Summertime Memories
A Lakes Region Tradition!
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Copper Kettle Tavern g
Celebratin 65 years
at Specializing in Wednesday Karaoke at 7pm
Turkey, Seafood, Steaks and Sandwiches
Thursday Trivia Night at 7pm
Plenty of Parking
Friday Live Music at 6pm
Accepting all major credit cards.
233 Daniel Webster Hwy, MEREDITH, NH 603-279-6212 www.hartsturkeyfarm.com
RESTAURANTS from page 83
Relax, you can still get pasta At Faro Italian Grille in The Weirs, the no-carb wave hits the rocks, said owner Rich Ray. “When you’re eating Italian, you’re cheating. You’re going for the pizza, you’re going for the pasta, you’re going for the chicken parm,” he said. Yet, even Ray had to admit that their salads, which can be topped with shrimp, chicken or steak tips, have grown into a best-seller. And, for red meat lovers, he stocks Piedmontese beef, a rare breed from the Piedmont region of Italy that is exceptionally low in fat yet high in flavor and still tender when cooked medium-rare. Ray said the beef is so low in fat that it’s as healthy as seafood. But it tastes so good that his customers might not even know it. “They love it. We get people that specifically come in just for it,” Ray said.
HUCK’S HOAGIES 104 Lehner St.
Wolfeboro, NH
603-569-6122 MADE TO ORDER HOAGIES ~WRAPS ~ PIZZA ~ SALADS
SUMMER HOURS: SUNDAY-THURSDAY 10AM-8PM FRIDAY-SATURDAY 10AM-9PM
Daily Breakfast and Lunch Specials
Fresh Seafood, Best Burgers, Steak Subs and much more… — Kids Menu — Open 7 Days Serving Breakfast & Lunch Breakfast ALL DAY 17 Whittier Hwy., Center Harbor, NH 603-253-9881 Hours: Mon-Sat 5:30am-2:30pm Sun 5:30am-2:00pm
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Established 1995 Outside Deck with Full Menu Available Daily Specials on Facebook
Friday Night Prime Rib $14.99 While it lasts.
Wed. & Thurs. Nights 50¢ Wings in the Lounge - 5-9pm
Homemade Soups & Stews, Burgers, Fried Clams, Salads, Appetizers, Lighter Fare Meals, Flatbread Pizza, Steaks, Seafood & Sandwiches!
134 ChurCh Street • Downtown LaConia • 524-0399 • tueSDay, 3pm-CLoSe, weD-Sun, 11:30am-CLoSe
116 Main Street Ashland, NH 603-968-9689 Open 7 days a week. Sunday-Thursday 11:00-8:30, Saturday 11:00-9:00 Dine in our take out.
• Italian • American • Authentic Greek Food • Homemade Desserts and much more...
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SERVICES JFoote Inc................................................78 Laconia Eye & Laser Center........................................80 Lakes Region Airport Shuttle.......79 LIFE Medi Spa.......................................81 Meineke Car Care Center...............85 Melcher & Prescott Insurance......86 Sanborn’s Auto Repair............................Inside Front Cover Med Urgent Care / Speare Memorial Hospital...........glossy back Taylor Rental..........................................81 Vanworks..................................glossy back Vault Motor Storage..........................79
Give her a try
Best Septic Service.............................80 Chippers...................................................84 ClearChoice MD...................................87 Cyr Lumber..............................glossy back DeGrace Contracting........................83 ENT Associates.....................................83 Fairway Independent Mortgage Co......................................82 Federated Auto Parts/ Fisher Auto.............................................82 Hill’s RV.....................................................80 Jack the Clipper...................................82
Bringing Light to those who can’t see, through my Oracle, Spiritual, Angel and Tarot card readings!
m o . C c i h c y s isuallyP
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Weddings & Private Charter Service
“Relax We’ll Drive”
www.lrairportshuttle.com • 1.888.386.8181
52 Higgins Drive, Belmont, NH 603-267-6646
Secure, heated and modern indoor vehicle storage facility for your RV, Car, Boat or Motorcycle
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Eyewear for All Your Summer Sports!
LACONIA EYE & LASER CENTER
Gilford Office 368 Hounsell Avenue Office: 524-2020 Optical: 528-2388 LASIK: 528-1955 Wolfeboro Office 10 Center Street Office: 569-1550 Optical: 515-2121
BEST
SEPTIC SERVICE
Portable Toilets & Sinks for any outdoor event Caring for our clients, community and environment, everday
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Staci McCarthy, RN, BSN Darlaine Laviolette, CNM, APRN
3 Winona Rd Suite 1B, Meredith, NH www.lifemedispanh.com 603-232-9008 10+ years Experience
Your Connection For Everything. . . . . .in party and event rentals for your summer fun, whether it’s for business or pleasure, big kids or little kids or a combination of the two! Whatever you need from tents of all sizes, to large outdoor grills, dunk tanks, portable bars and dance floors. . . . for whatever the occasion. The list is practically endless. Call or stop in to discuss your plans with our experienced event planners and when all is said and done, about all that’ll be left to do is invite the guests. And have a great time! Call or drop by today, while it’s We’re More Than Just Products At Work!® fresh on your mind!
Summer Is Moving Out, And Fall Is Moving In.
Taylor Rental
EVENT RENTALS 160 DW Highway • Belmont • 524-5553
• nhtent.com
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Jack the Clipper & Linda the Snipper
Barber/Stylist Shop
Fisher Auto Parts
725 Union Ave. Laconia, NH 603-524-2528 Federatedautoparts.com
Jack Acorace - Stylist Linda Acorace - Master Barber/Stylist Heidi Holt - Barber 213 Court Street, Laconia, NH
527-3535
Walk-In s Only
Federated Auto Parts is a nationally known distribution network of auto parts and many other products. Federated strives to provide both the trained professional and the do-ityourselfer with quality products that meet or exceed O.E.M. specifications and are made by America’s top automotive part manufacturers.
Regular Hair Cuts Men, Women & Children Hot Towel Straight Razor Shaves Also: Style Cuts, Flat Tops High & Tights, Fades
Mon & Tue, 7-5 • Wed & Thur 9-5 Fri, 9-2 • Closed Sat & Sun
We have low down payment options as well as loans up to $5,000,000!
Contact me today to learn more! Loan Officer, NMLS #97967 Cell: 603-345-5644 renee.duval@fairwaymc.com www.lakesregionloans.com
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Better Hearing. Better Living. Shaun McArdle, Au.D.
Cheryl Dagnon, M.A. CCC-A
Bring in ad and receive a $500 . discount
ENT
Visit us: entnh.com
ASSOCIATES OF NEW HAMPSHIRE (Dept. of Lakes Region General Hospital)
85 Spring Street, Laconia, NH • 603-524-7402
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Don’t let unexpected repairs squash your summer fun! • Oil Change • Exhausts & Mufflers • Brakes • Tires & Wheels • A/C • Steering & Suspension • Batteries • CV Joints & Driveshafts • AND MORE!
MeinekeCar Care Center#1541 (603) 556-4629 1022 Union Avenue, Laconia, NH
CENTER HOURS: M-F 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM SAT 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM; SUN Closed
6 months, no interest* *Subject to credit approval.
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URGENT CARE Open Daily: 8am – 8pm | www.ccmdcenters.com
Accidents don’t take a vacation, neither do we.
24 Homestead Pl. Alton, NH 03810 603.822.4713 7 Cinemagic Way Hooksett, NH 03106 603.782.5112
96 Daniel Webster Hwy Belmont, NH 03220 603.267.0656
1 Beehive Dr. Epping, NH 03042 603.734.9202
410 Miracle Mile 750 Lafayette Rd. Lebanon, NH 03766 Portsmouth, NH 03801 603.276.3260 603.427.8539
558 Mast Rd. Goffstown, NH 03045 603.822.4713
COMING SOON! Tilton, NH
For a full list of locations, hours and directions, visit us online
www.ccmdcenters.com
HIKING Try some or all of the 28 miles of hiking trails maintained by the Lakes Region Conservation Trust. Take a leisurely walk along cascading waterfalls, ending at the largest waterfall, Falls of Song. Or opt for a more experienced hike to take in amazing views of the Ossipee Mountains. With over 5,500 acres and trails of all variations, you can spend the day hiking with the entire family. Trail heads are located at Shannon Pond or off Route 171, located just south/east of the front gate. Hiker parking is located atop Ossipee Park Road across from the entrance to the Bottling Plant, as well on Route 171 at the trail head. Guests can visit the Gift Shop to purchase trail maps.
2. Gunstock Mountain Resort
Ridge Trail (white blazes) • Distance to Gunstock summit is 2.43 miles, approximately 2 hours, 30 minutes. • The Ridge Trail begins just a little northwest of the Main Base Lodge, at the start of the access road to Mount Rowe. After reaching the summit of Mount Rowe, the trail follows the ridge into the saddle between Mount Rowe and Mount Gunstock. Trail now parallels a ski trail (2013 relocation), and continues to the summit of Gunstock Mountain. Brook Trail (yellow blazes) • Distance to Gunstock summit is 1.65 miles, approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes. • The trail begins by the large stone fireplace just to the left of the Panorama chairlift. Most of the trail climbs steadily through a mature woodland, but you will cross ski trails several times, moving from one side of the woods to another. You will come to a junction near the top, meeting the Saddle Trail, which is blazed white. Take a right to
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1. Castle in the Clouds
continue on the Brook Trail to the top of Mount Gunstock. If you follow the trail to the left, it will take you to the top of Mount Belknap via the blue trail. Overlook Trail • Distance to Gunstock summit is 3.6 miles, approximately 2 hours. • Follow Round Pond Trail out of the main parking area. Trail is blazed orange and red for the first .9 miles. Follow just past a hair pin turn where the Overlook Trail will be on the right. The trail descends a little, crosses a brook and climbs steadily through the forest. Turn right onto the Saddle Trail to the top of Mount Gunstock. Round Pond Trail (red blazes) • Distance to the pond is 3 miles, approximately 2 hours. • To reach the trailhead follow the access road back past the last of the maintenance buildings, and turn right onto a gravel road leading across a small stone bridge. Trail is blazed orange and red for the first .9 miles. Immediately turn left and begin following a bike trail until it meets the yellow-blazed E. Gilford Trail. Turn right onto the E. Gilford Trail and follow ¼ mile to where the bike trail leads you left towards Round Pond. Cobble Mountain Trail (blue XC markers) • Distance from start to finish is .85 miles, approximately 45 minutes.
Please use good trail etiquette
• The Cobble Mountain trail is accessed from the entrance road near the maintenance yard. It loops around the base of Cobble Mountain. To access the crown, take the Crown trail.
3. Lakes Region Conservation Trust
https://lrct.org/explorelearn/trailmaps/
4. Prescott Farm
https://prescottfarm.org/service/ plan-a-visit/trails-trail-map/
5. Red Hill – Center Harbor
Red Hill Elevation: 2029 feet. Take Route 25 to Center Harbor. In the center of town, take Bean Road for about two miles. Turn right onto a marked dirt road and follow it to the base. Great views of Lake Winnipesaukee. (2,650 acres) The Red Hill Conservation Area is owned and stewarded by the Lakes Region Conservation Trust. The Red Hill Trail is 1.7 miles long and climbs at a moderate grade. Parking is located on Red Hill Road which can be reached from Rt. 25 by turning onto Sawmill Way, then turning onto Red Hill Rd. Travel for approx 1.5 miles, parking is on the right. The top of Red Hill offers tremendous views of the Lakes and White Mountain regions. The top of Red Hill features a fire tower that provides an even better vantage point.
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Unexpected injury this summer?
Find your way to our urgent health care team!
Monday - Friday: 8am - 8pm Saturday & Sunday: 9am - 5pm
Med
URGENT CARE
(603) 481-8787 Hatch Plaza 389 Tenney Mountain Highway Plymouth, NH
MedCheckNH.com
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Marine Audio
Bring your boat to our 7,000 sq. ft. state of the art facility in Gilford, NH or have us come to you! On site and in water audio installations available. We will come to your dock or marina! Harley-Davidson & ATV Audio Upgrades 603-524-4700 29 Gilford East Drive, Gilford, NH www.vanworkscaraudio.com Page 100 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun
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LIVE LAKESIDE The Lakes Region is more than just a place - it’s a way of life.
Our Expertise is Local, Our Reach is Global. Each one of our sales associates are trained in the most current market conditions and are on the cutting edge of technology resulting in the best possible service. When you are ready to list, list with the people who can show your property to the world. Connect with one of our agents today to learn how we can help you find your dream home in the Lakes Region.
3 MAIN STREET, MEREDITH NH | O: 603.677.7012 | FOURSEASONSSIR.COM Each Office is Independently Owned and Operated.
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Take nothing for granite.
Learn more at visitpolarcaves.com 9 Granite Caves | 7 Attractions | 5 Climbing Routes | 1 Epic Family Adventure
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om Info.ecfsummer@gmail.c
Fun For All Ages! - Boat Sales & Rentals - Lakeside Ski School - Paddleboard, & Kayak Rentals - Sal’s Pizza / The Dive - Family Fun Center - Anthony’s Waterfront Restaurant - One Water Store (Beer, Wine, Snacks, Ice, Gas Dock with Pumpout)
Winnipesaukee Pier at Weirs Beach
263 Lakeside Avenue Laconia, New Hampshire 03246 www.winnipesaukeepier.com Page 104 / Lakes Region Summer Fun Guide 2019 • INTERACTIVE E-EDITION AT laconiadailysun.com/fun