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Goodbye, winter through the winter and espeWelcome to our last biweekly issue. I hope you cially thanks to all of you, have enjoyed them! Starting our great readers. You can look forward to some new April 13, the Seacoast Scene goes weekly. We will have and exciting things coming an amazing issue from front to the Scene this summer to back, and the cover stoand we will continue to ry is all about burgers. More provide you with the best possible suggestions for than a dozen local restaurants with burger specials entertainment, dining, shopwill be featured. It’ll be the ping, sightseeing and other first in our series of monthactivities in each edition of the Seacoast Scene. ly special editions; plans for Larry Marsolais As always feel free to call future months include features on pizza, ice cream and rainy day me anytime at 603-935-5096 to discuss activities, among others. We hope to pro- local issues or to place an ad. vide residents and tourists plenty of ideas Larry Marsolais is the general manager for places to go and things to do in the of the Seacoast Scene and the former presarea.

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Meet a local real estate agent and find out what today’s housing market looks like on p. 18.

Find out why Laney & Lu Café in Exeter is all about a healthy menu on p. 24.

The Hampton Historical Society is hosting two events in early April: “Windows into African American Life in New Hampshire” and then a discussion of One Summer by Bill Bryson.

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It was a great time for reading – very possibly the peak decade.

American publishers published 110 million books and the Book“Windows into Afriof-the-Month Club was founded. can American Life in New It was the golden age for newsHampshire” papers, with 36 million copied On Sunday, April 2, authors printed daily. The tabloid was Reverend Deborah Knowlton Courtesy photo. born – focusing on crime, sports and Michelle Armosky Sherand celebrities, becoming the burne will bring hidden history about slavery best selling of the newspapers. and black heritage to light in a program spon“The Jazz Singer,” a movie with Al Jolsored by the Hampton Historical Society. son, became the first successful “talking Entitled “Windows into African American picture.” At the Cotton Club, Harlem’s preLife in New Hampshire,” the event is free and mier establishment, along with other Harlem all are welcome. speakeasies, patrons heard some of the best Knowlton, who recently published “Color and most original music by Duke Ellington, Me Included,” will share stories from her book Cab Calloway, Fats Waller, Bessie Smith and about the enslaved and free blacks she discov- Count Basie.

Charles Lindbergh became the first man to ered in the records of the First Congregational cross the Atlantic Ocean by airplane nonstop.

Church in Hampton where she is the pastor.

Sherburne’s new book is “Slavery and A young cartoonist, Walt Disney, created the Underground Railroad in New Hamp- an animated short featuring a movie with a shire.” She will discuss the overlooked mouse as a pilot. history of slavery in New Hampshire along Babe Ruth hit his 60th home run. Mt. Rushwith New Hampshire’s abolitionist move- more was dedicated. The cathode ray tube, ment, underground railroad and 21st century which would become the TV, was invented. commemorations.

Buying on installment was introduced.

Come celebrate the African American conBut there was also a dark side to the 1920s. tributions that Knowlton and Sherburne have Al Capone tightened his grip on the illegal discovered. The program will be held at the liquor business with municipal corruption, First Congregational Church, 127 Winnacun- terror and murder. In an attempt to stop net Road in Hampton, at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Americans from consuming alcohol, the April 2. Light refreshments will be served, U.S. government poisoned it with strychand books will be available for purchase. For nine and mercury. In 1927, 11,700 people more information call 603-929-0781. were poisoned.

The Mississippi River flooded more than One Summer ever before, displacing rural African AmerAlthough much of what happened during icans who then migrated to cities and the the summer of 1927 is no longer prominent, north. it was an extraordinary summer filled with The KKK spread its activity from the South memorable events. The History Book Group, into the Midwest and the Northeast. sponsored by the Hampton Historical SociAll are welcome to attend the book group ety, will discuss the amazing occurrences of discussion on Sunday, April 9, at 4 p.m., at the that One Summer, the title of the featured Tuck Museum, 40 Park Avenue in Hampton, book by Bill Bryson, at its April 9 meeting. to discuss these and more events of the 1920s.

“So many important things happened Attendees are encouraged to bring and share in this one summer,” said Barbara Tosia- historical items they have from the decade. no, director of the Hampton Falls Library, As always coffee and dessert will be who leads the discussions. “We’ve forgotten served. Pineapple upside-down cake will be about some of these, but in 1927 they made on the menu for April 9, since it was a popular headlines!” dessert in the 1920s. This was the first time At that time, America was the most afflu- canned pineapple was available commercialent country, while the rest of the world was ly, imported from Hawaii. recovering from World War I. Forty-two perBill Bryson is a bestselling author of cent of everything produced in the world numerous books. was produced in America. We made 80 per“He’s a good non-fiction writer who peocent of the world’s movies and 85 percent ple are familiar with and enjoy reading,” said of the world’s cars. American households Tosiano. “One Summer should make for a had durable goods not common in the rest of fascinating and fun discussion.”

The Hampton Historical Society is hosting two events in early April — the first is a presentation by two authors and the second is a book group discussion.

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Project SMART University of New Hampshire, 46 College Road, Durham, 862-3205, smart.unh.edu What: A residential summer institute where students will study math and science using resources at UNH. Topics include biotechnology and nanotechnology, space science, and marine and environmental science. Students who complete the program will earn four UNH credits. Who: Grades 10 and 11 When: Sunday, July 2, through Friday, July 28; weekend stay not mandatory Cost: $3,700 including weekends Strawbery Banke Museum Camps 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth, 422-7541, strawberybanke.org What: Campers will explore the 10-acre outdoor history museum and participate in activities led by professional crafters, archaeologists, character role-players, curators and historians. This year’s themes include Stories Alive (for ages 5 to 8), History Alive (for ages 6 to 8), Crafty Kids (for ages 8 to 10), History in Play (for ages 9 to 11), All Hands on Deck (for ages 9 to 12), Blast to the Past (for ages 9 to 12), Uncovering the Past (for ages 10 to 13),

GENERAL Boys & Girls Club of Lower Merrimack Valley 18 Maple St., Salisbury, Mass., 978-462-7003, bgclmv.org What: The Summer Adventure Program offers arts and crafts, athletics, indoor and outdoor games, nature hikes, talent shows, weekly specials, computer programs and much more. Every other Friday, there is a scheduled field trip. Who: Grades 1 through 6 (There is a separate Teen Summer Program for grades 7 through 12; check the website for more information).

When: The Summer Adventure Program will tentatively begin on June 27 and runs every week until Sept. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Early and late supervision is available from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at no additional fee. Cost: Varies based on income Camp Kool Dover Arena, 110 Portland Avenue, Dover, 516-6060, dovernh.gov What: A summer day camp with activities that include various sports, swimming, ice skating, outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, weekly trips, games and team-building. Camp Kool is held in the Dover Arena and Guppey Park. Who: Children ages 6 through 12 residing in Dover and surrounding communities. When: June 27 through Aug. 18, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Mon-

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Camp Seawood 350 Banfield Road, Portsmouth, hosted by Girl Scouts of the Green and White Mountains, 888-4749686, girlscoutsgwm.org What: Set among pine forests, wetlands and wildlife, this traditional day camp features archery, cooking out, horseback riding, day trips, nature hikes and more. Who: Girls in grades K through 12 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., dates offered July 26 through Aug. 18.; overnight/extended stay available on Wednesdays, June 28, July 12, July 26 and Aug. 9. Cost: Sessions start at $205 per week. Financial aid available for families who qualify, and free bus transportation is available.

Eagle Camp & Challenger Series Portsmouth Christian Academy, 20 Seaborne Drive, Dover, 742-3617, pcaschool. org/summer What: PCA camps focus on helping campers reach their intellectual, artistic, physical and spiritual potential.

Eagle Camp (preschool to grade 8) is a traditional day camp with themes like Wild West, Christmas in July, Top Chef and more. Campers will enjoy weekly trips to Long Sands Beach in York, Maine, and swimming lessons and open swim times at The Works in Somersworth twice a week.

The Challenger Series offers a variety of speciality camps for music, academics and sports. Who: Preschool and up When: Eagle Camp sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (half-day option available), dates offered June 19 through Aug. 11; See website for dates and times of Challenger Series. Cost: ranges from $180 to $230 per week, depending on the age group; see website for Challenger Series rates.

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Rye Recreation 55 Recreation Road, Rye, 964-6281, town.rye.nh.us What: a variety of summer programs for residents and nonresidents. Summertime Horyezons Day Camp is a theme-based day camp. Camp themes include Harry Potter, L’Eggo my Lego and Superhero Adventures. Who: Grades K through 6. When: This year’s camp runs June 26 through Aug. 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, with pre-camp drop-off 8:30 to 9 a.m. and post-camp pick-up 4 to 4:30 p.m. at no additional charge. Cost: Campers can register for full-day, halfday morning or half-day afternoon. Held at 55 Recreation Road, Rye, the fee is $140 per week full-day and $75 per week half-day.

Additional camps offered through Rye Recreation: Yoga Camp is held at Rye Junior High School for grades K through 8 (dates and times vary depending on grade), $100 for the week.

Basketball Camp is held at Rye Elementary School for grades 1 through 8 (dates and times vary depending on grade), $100 for the week.

British Soccer Camp is instructed by Challenger Sports, British coaches, at 55 Recreation Road, Rye, July 24 through July 28, for grades K through 8 (times vary depending on grade), costs range from $80 to $135.

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by Challenger Sports, Brazilian coaches, at 55 Recreation Road, Rye, June 26 through June 30, grades 2 through 8, co-ed, 9 a.m. to noon, $155.

Baseball Camp is held at 55 Recreation Road, Rye, Aug. 7 through Aug. 11, grades 2 through 6, 9 a.m. to noon, $125.

Skateboard Camps are provided by Rye Airfield at 170 Lafayette Road, Rye, July 10 through July 14; July 31 through Aug. 4; and Aug. 14 through Aug. 18, 8:30

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Lego Camps are held at Rye Junior High School, July 24 through July 28, for youth entering grades 1 through 6. Session 1, Lego Robotics, is 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. and Session 2, Lego Engineering, is 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Fee is $85 for one session, $160 for both sessions.

Seabrook Recreation Department 311 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, 474-5746, seabrookrec.com What: Seabrook Summer Camp encourages campers to try new things like cooking, dance, theater and more. Campers are grouped into Little Campers (preschool and kindergarten), Junior Campers (grades 1 through 4), Senior Campers (grades 5 through 7) and Leaders in Training (eighth grade). New this year, there will be Exclusive Excursions for the eighth-grade group.

Each camp week has its own theme and activities. Who: Pre-K through grade 8 When: June 26 through Aug. 16; days and times vary by age group.

Preschool Youth: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Cost: $12 per week Kindergarten Youth: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: $22 per week Grades 1 through 7: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $36 per week Eighth-Grade Youth (LIT, Leaders in Training): Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. with extra off-site excursions Cost: $42 per week (excursions included) The Seabrook Summer Camp also offers an extended day for youth in K through fourth grade from 3 to 5:15 p.m. Cost: $12 per week

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Breakfast and lunch will be provided free of charge to first- through eighth-grade youth) UNH Youth Programs and Camps University of New Hampshire, Thompson Hall, 105 Main St., Durham, 862-7227, learnforlife.unh.edu/youth-programs What: More than 30 programs offered for academic enrichment, creative arts, athletics, STEM and traditional camp recreation. See website for a full list. Who: Grades 1 through 12 When: Various dates and times from June through August Cost: Varies YMCA of the Seacoast Branch of The Granite YMCA, 550 Peverly Hill Road, Portsmouth, 431-2334, graniteymca.org/ daycamp What: Camp Gundalow (ages 5 to 13) features nature exploration, swimming, a ropes course, sports, creative arts, dancing, fort-building, team-building activities, archery and more. There is a modified Camp Gundalow program for kids ages 3 and 4, with full-day and half-day options.

There is also a four-week Leader in Training program for teens, introducing them to becoming leaders through effective communication, team-building and behavior management techniques. Who: Ages 5 to 16 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, dates offered June 12 through Aug. 25 Cost: Varies. Call for details.

YMCA of Strafford County Branch of The Granite YMCA, 35 Industrial Way, Rochester; Camp Coney Pine, 49 Lowell St., Rochester; 332-7334, graniteymca. org/daycamp What: Camp Coney Pine (ages 5 to 16) includes archery, creative arts, dance, group games, a ropes course, swimming, sports, fort-building and more. Camp Cocheco (ages 5 to 14) includes sports, creative arts, games, STEM activities, dance, and field

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Camp Tenderfoot (ages 4 and 5) is a new program that offers daily activities including creative arts, music, games and more on a modified day camp schedule. Who: Ages 4 to 16 When: Sessions run Monday to Friday, dates offered June 19 through Sept. 1 Cost: Varies. Call for details.

What: Campers will interact with animals and participate in service projects, crafts, games and more. Who: Ages 6 through 15 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (half days for ages 6 through 8 are 9 a.m. to noon, or 1 to 4 p.m.), offered various weeks from June 26 through Aug. 25 Cost: $195 per week for half-day camps and $295 per week for full-day camps

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Seacoast Science Center 570 Ocean Blvd., Rye, 436-8043, ext. 16, seacoastsciencecenter.org What: In Treks for Tots (ages 3 through 5) and Seaside Safari (grades K through 5), campers will explore the seven different habitats in Odiorne Point State Park as well as the live animal exhibits and hands-on exhibits in the center to develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the natural world. Safari Stewards (grades 6 through 8) is a field trip program. Each session will have its own theme. See website for details. Who: Pre-K through grade 8 When: Sessions for Treks and Seaside Safari run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (half-day option available for Treks), dates offered June 19 through Aug. 25. First and last weeks have a single-day option; dates for Safari Stewards vary. Cost: $320 per week ($290 per week for members)

Coastal Discoveries Marine Education Program 20 Columbia Way, Newbury, 978-462-2017, coastaldiscoveries.com What: A week of fishing, whale-watching, hauling lobster traps, discovering islands and more. Each week wraps up with a beach day celebration. Who: Ages 8 and up When: Weeklong sessions June 26 through Aug. 25 (some weeks have age restrictions; see website for specifics) Cost: $495 per week

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Joppa Flats Summer Camp 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, Mass., 978462-9998, massaudobon.org What: For children with an interest in and curiosity about nature. They will make friends as they discover North Shore habitats and wildlife through handson, place-based activities, such as wildlife tracking, orienteering, nature art and ecoengineering challenges. Weekly field trips provide full ecosystem immersion for an enhanced camp experience, while small group sizes ensure that campers stay safe and engaged. Who: Ages 6 to 13 When: A variety of one- and two-week sessions from June to August Cost: Ranges from $350 to $460 depending on the camp New Hampshire SPCA New Hampshire Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Learning Center, 104 Portsmouth Ave., Stratham, 772-2921, nhspca. org

OVERNIGHT CAMPS Camp Birch Hill 333C Birch Hill Road, New Durham, 859-4525, campbirchhill. com What: Campers can choose their own schedule from more than 50 activities, including land sports, boating, arts and crafts, ziplining, rock-climbing, ropes courses and more. Who: Boys and girls ages 6 to 16 When: Two-, four- and sixweek sessions run various days/weeks

from Sunday, June 25, through Saturday, Aug. 5. Cost: Call for details Camp Lincoln 67 Ball Road, Kingston, 642-3361, ymcacamplincoln.org, hosted

by Southern District YMCA, sdymca.org What: Activities at the traditional day camps include swimming, sports, nature exploration, arts and crafts, archery, boating, ropes courses, pottery and mountain biking. Campers at overnight adventure trips camp (ages 11 to 15) will spend five days and nights visiting beaches, mountains and urban areas. Specialty camps (grades 4 through 8) are offered for cooking, jewelry-making, fishing, golf and more. Who: Age 3 through grade 9 When: Sessions run various days/weeks from June through August. See website for details.

Cost: Sessions start at $235 per week.

SPORTS Nike Basketball Camps Locations in Hampton, Manchester and Nashua, 800645-3226, ussportscamps.com/basketball/ nike What: Camp for basketball players who want to improve their skills. Includes lectures, team games and daily emphasis on fundamental development. Who: Co-ed ages 8 through 16; a girls-only Spartans basketball camp for ages 8 through 16 is also offered in Hampton. When: Sessions run Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., for a full day, and Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon for a half day, dates offered June 26 through Aug. 11 Cost: Ranges from $140 to $270, depending on the session Ramp Camp 6 Airfield Drive, Rye, 9642800, ryeairfield.com What: Day and overnight camps for kids looking to improve their skills in riding skateboards, bikes and scooters.

Instructors will teach tricks, run drills and work with each camper individually. Who: Ages 8 through 17 When: Three- and fiveday sessions run Monday to Wednesday/ Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. (8:30 a.m. to noon for half-day), dates offered June 19 through Aug. 25; Overnight sessions run Sunday at 6 p.m. through Friday at 3 p.m., offered June 25 through June 30, July 9 through July 14, July 30 through Aug. 4, and Aug. 13 through Aug. 18. Cost: Day camps range from $119 to $299, overnight camps range from $579 to $599 Soccer Sphere Summer Soccer Camp Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester; University of New Hampshire in Durham; and Portsmouth High School; abcsportscamps.com/sssoccer What: Programs include day and residential soccer camps, high school preseason

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Who: Ages 5 through 18 When: Four- and five-day sessions run various weekdays and dates from Monday, July 10, through Thursday, Aug. 10 Cost: Ranges from $82.40 to $595, depending on the camp Summer Sessions Kids Surf Camp Sawyer Beach, Rye, 319-8207, newhampshiresurf.com What: The camp is designed to introduce kids ages 6 through 16 to surfing in a safe and fun environment. No experience necessary and all equipment is included Who: Ages 6 through 16 When: Morning camp 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.; afternoon camp noon to 2 p.m.​Cost: See website; registration opens March 27

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Tri-Star Gymnastics & Dance 66 Third St., Dover, 749-5678, tristargymnh.com What: Camp features gymnastics, gym games, swimming, arts and crafts, reading/ movie time and field trips. Who: Ages 6 to 13 When: Camp days run 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., dates offered June 19 through Aug. 25 Cost: $175 per week, $48 per day. There is a 10-percent discount for siblings and for registrants who sign up for four weeks or more. Free extended care options are available from 7 to 9 a.m. and from 5 to 6 p.m.

UNH Wildcats Camps University of New Hampshire, 145 Main St., Durham, 862-1850, unhwildcats.com/camps/index What: Programs offered for basketball, lacrosse, field hockey, gymnastics, track and field, football, soccer, ice hockey, strength and conditioning, volleyball and swimming.

Day and overnight options. Who: Ages 5

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Water Monkey Camp 298 Merrymeeting Road, New Durham, 617-855-9253, watermonkeycamp.com What: Campers will enjoy wakeboarding, waterskiing, wakesurfing and wakeskating on Merrymeeting Lake. Who: Ages 10 through 17 When: Sessions run Sunday through Saturday, dates offered June 25 through Aug. 12 Cost: $1,900 per week, $1,600 for each additional week, allinclusive. Sibling and referral discounts are available.

THEATER Camp ENCORE Prescott Park Arts Festival and partner Camp CenterStage, downtown Portsmouth, 436-2848, prescottpark.org/event/camp-encore What: Aspiring actors can learn music, singing, dancing, acting, visual arts and technical theater. Camp features guest artist teachers, specialized workshops and community outreach experiences. Each session culminates with a performance of either Camp Rock: The Musical or 101 Dalmatians Kids Who: Ages 8 through 17 When: Session 1 runs Monday, June 26, through Sunday, July 16; Session 2 runs Monday, July 17, through Sunday, July 30 Cost: $775 for Session 1, $525 for Session 2. Scholarships are available.

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New Hampshire Theatre Project West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St., Portsmouth, 431-6644, ext. 4, nhtheatreproject.org What: Campers at Kids Theatre Camp (ages 6 through 9) and Teen Theatre Camp (ages 13 through 17) will learn about vari-

ous aspects of theater. Story Theatre Camp (ages 8 through 12) focuses on theater inspired by children’s literature and campers’ original writing. Campers at Build Your Own Musical Camp (ages 8 through 12, held at Portsmouth Music & Arts Center) will study musicals, improvisation and group writing to create their own musical.

Campers at Strafford Arts Camp (ages 8 through 14, held at Strafford School) will explore world cultures through theater, art and music. Who: Ages 6 through 17 When: Sessions run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (9 a.m. to noon for Kids Theatre), offered various weeks from June 26 through Aug. 11 Cost: Ranges from $325 to $575, depending on the camp.

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GRACE INDOCCIO-KERR ASPIRING PILOT For Dover High School junior Grace Indoccio-Kerr, even the sky may not be able to limit her dreams, as she is already on a trajectory with which few people her age can relate.

“I want to be a commercial airline pilot,” said Grace, who flew her first plane — a Cessna 172, six-seater — at 15 years old.

“It was great.”

During that summer Grace flew the Cessna with her grandparents and family from Plymouth, Mass., to Pease Airport in Portsmouth.

“My heart was in my throat watching her land, but I knew she could do it beautifully and she did,” her mom, Gi Indoccio, said.

According to Gi Indoccio, her daughter “caught” the flying bug from her grandfather.

“When I was pregnant with Grace, he took us out on his plane and brought us to a beautiful plantation in Florida,” she said.

“Flying has always been a part of her life as she continued to fly in his plane from birth to the present day.”

In describing her first flight lesson, Grace said her grandfather sat in the left seat of the plane, which provided him with more power and control.

“I did the takeoff and landing,” she said.

“I was very nervous at first but [I was] fine up in the air.”

Noting they flew over Martha’s Vineyard for her first flight, she said the views of the water and “all the boats” were stunning. She has taken three flight lessons since then and will earn her private pilot’s license this summer.

Grace said she has every intention to attend a college that offers a flight school.

Her choices include Lynn University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, both of which are in Florida. Whereas the former is more “warm and friendly,” she said the latter is more like a military institution.

“I recently visited both schools and I like them a lot,” she said. “I want to be a pilot, but I also want to have a college degree, which is why these are some of my choices. … I am also looking at local aviation colleges here in New England.”

Grace also attended a Women in Aviation International Conference, which provided her with an unforgettable encounter with Dr. Yvonne Cagle, M.D., an astronaut. The encounter was equally inspiring to her mom.

“Dr. Cagle was quite personable and very friendly to both of us” she said. “She asked Grace questions about what she wanted to do and how she got interested in flying.”

Gi said Cagle asked if she could take a

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“It was so flattering and an honor,” said Gi. “Dr. Cagle is an astronaut for NASA, an officer in the United States Air Force, a flight surgeon, and she is on the docket to travel to Mars — she was amazing.”

Grace was awarded a sponsorship to attend the WAI Conference for free. In return, she needed to volunteer at the conference for four hours and she volunteered for Vernice “Flygirl” Armour at her book signing.

“Vernice was the first African-American female combat pilot — it was so inspiring,” Grace said.

Citing a need for pilots due to changing guidelines that now require more hours to acquire an Airline Training Program license, Grace acknowledged the idea of flying is surreal.

“The whole idea of it is amazing to me,” she said. “You have this huge metal box that is somehow able to fly and get you from point ‘A’ to ‘B’ at a crazy speed. The science behind it is incredible.”

She said she is also intrigued at the complexity of flying, as she cited about 50 switches and buttons in her grandfather’s plane and more than 100 in a commercial jet.

“You have to know how far to pull this lever and when to push certain buttons — especially during takeoff and landing,” she said.

As for any challenges she may face as a woman in a male-dominated industry, Grace said she welcomes any obstacles that could come her way.

“It makes me want to do it even more,” she said. — Rob Levey

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PEOPLE AND PLACES

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Are you originally from this area?

No. My husband and I are from Louisville, Kentucky. His job brought us here.

When his company was finished with the job in this area, we both decided to stay.

We thought Exeter was a great place to raise a family. There’s so much rich history here that is still preserved through the American Independence Museum and the Exeter Historical Society. It’s just a great place to live and work and we enjoy being part of the active downtown community. We have good restaurants, shops and retailers. I do all my Christmas shopping here in downtown Exeter and take pride in keeping my dollars local. I have the ability to walk from home to work, too, which I love. This town has so much heart. We’d just like to see Exeter be more of a destination for people on the Seacoast.

What is the biggest change you have seen through the years in your industry?

What has really changed our industry is the internet. It’s a good thing because there is a lot of valuable information that is now readily available to potential clients. It has its challenges, though, too, because there are some people who think they are more knowledgeable than we are as Realtors.

You can’t beat hands-on experience.

What do you love the most about your job?

People. It’s all the wonderful people you meet. You meet people from all walks of life and professions. That’s the best part of the job.

What is the most challenging part of your job?

Fluctuations in the banking industry can be very challenging. Rules and regulations and the demands put on potential buyers seem to change with the times and you have to stay alert.

Is it much harder to get loans?

Yes. It was much easier to get a loan in the ’80s. People were able to easily refinance their homes back then and borrow more money. However, when the market changed and values dropped, many people’s homes were not worth what they

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owed on them. It put families in a bad position. A lot of people lost their homes.

How is the market now?

It is a good market now. The problem right now is that the inventory is very low.

Why is that?

There’s just not as much activity. There are not as many people moving up, out or in.

2017 has started off strong, though?

Yes, this will be a good year. We could just use some more inventory.

What makes the greater Exeter area so special and such an attractive market?

We have great schools. There are really nice communities here — typically family-oriented. There are just a lot of strong small towns in this area with a lot of good people participating as active citizens.

What has been the secret to your professional success all these years?

I think it has been giving back. I think it is important for people to give back to the community. I have gained so much from this industry. It’s been a great job.

I feel very strongly about this community and have always been involved in so many things. I love the American Indepen-

dence Museum in town here and have been a very active supporter of my son’s arts nonprofit, Town.Exeter.Arts.Music. One recent development is that I am running for Swasey Parkway trustee at our election in Exeter. This is the first time I have ever run for a position. I think another reason for my success in this industry is my dedication to being honest and fair to all of my clients. We treat everyone the same. Hard work has really paid off too.

Is being a Realtor harder work than people realize?

Starting out, you have to work like a dog and that’s what I did. I probably should not have worked so hard. My son was only 9 when I went into real estate, but you had to really hustle back then. To be successful in real estate, it can be a 24/7 commitment — it’s something you have to accept.

If there was one thing you wanted people to know about your business, what would it be?

We are a small company that emphasizes a lot of personal interaction with people.

We make the process easier for people and want them to have a smooth transition. We really like helping people and have a lifetime of experience in this community.

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COMMUNITY

Home improvements

Seacoast Home & Garden Show returns If you’re eager to give your home or garden a fresh new look this spring, you’ll find plenty of inspiration at the Seacoast Home & Garden Show in Durham.

On April 1 and April 2, exhibitors from all over New England will gather at the University of New Hampshire’s Whittemore Center to showcase handcrafted home decor, landscaping and home remodeling services, gardening supplies, gourmet food and much more.

This will be the 23rd year that the Seacoast Home & Garden Show will be produced by the trade show company New England Expos. Owned by New Hampshire native entrepreneurs Carrie Barron and Beth Alles, New England Expos aims to educate anyone with an interest in gardening and interior design and to put them in contact with local businesses that can assist them with their home improvement projects.

“We have sold every booth for the show, which is fantastic,” Barron said. “We will have over 200 local Seacoast area companies in attendance that will be featuring some of the newest and most popular services and products for your home.”

Some of the bigger companies participating in this year’s show include Bath Fitters, GoSolar NH, Clear Choice Home Improvements and the Sherwin-Williams Co., but there will also be many other unique, local businesses in attendance. Guests will be encouraged

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to explore all the different booths throughout the Artisan and Garden Marketplaces and to speak personally with the owners.

Starting at noon on both Saturday and Sunday, the show will feature a series of informative seminars that focus on a variety of home improvement topics. (See the full schedule at seacoast.newenglandexpos.com.)

The popular Taste Meet the Chefs Cooking Seminar Series will be held in the Skybox Lounge on the mezzanine level of the arena. In this series, guests can watch top Seacoast chefs prepare delicious meals, and learn great cooking tips and recipes while getting a taste of their creations.

The cooking series will be sponsored by Taste of the Seacoast, a culinary magazine that covers the restaurant scene from Kennebunkport, Maine, to Newburyport, Mass.

Taste of the Seacoast is published under Trends Marketing Group, the same company that owns the home and garden-focused magazine and show sponsor Coastal Home.

“As a magazine, Coastal Home strives to inform readers on the latest home design and decorating trends, and advise them how they can improve their homes and gardens on any budget,” Publisher Keith Lemerise said. “The Seacoast Home & Garden Show is a perfect match for us because it features

so many businesses that can make people’s dream homes a reality.”

Complimentary issues of Coastal Home and Taste of the Seacoast will be included in show bags that will be handed out to guests upon entry.

The Seacoast Home & Garden Show will start at 10 a.m. and go until 5 p.m. on Saturday and until 4 p.m. on Sunday. The cost to enter is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, and $5 for children. To check out the list of exhibitors attending and the complete seminar schedule, you can visit seacoast. newenglandexpos.com.

— Molly Brown

A taste of the show Here’s an inside look on some of the local businesses participating in the 2017 Seacoast Home & Garden Show, and what you can expect to find at their booths.

Plant Something NH “Plant Something NH is a program of the New Hampshire Plant Growers association and will be onsite at the Seacoast Home & Garden Show with lots of plants on display and to talk to the public about the health, environmental and economic benefits of plants. We’ll also be giving visitors an opportunity to plant something with a plant potting station on site.” — Felicia LaBranche Michele’s Sweet Shoppe “The Seacoast Home & Garden Show is an opportunity to reach out to an audience out in the Seacoast area who may otherwise never know we exist. Because of our longevity with the expo, we have a few customers who come just to get our popcorn. Now they will have another reason to stop by our booth ... to try our fudge.”

— Michele Holbrook

Lorraine’s Crafts “All of my handmade fabric items are made in my home with help from my husband. Some of the crafts people can expect to find at my table include quilts, pillows, towels, table runners, placemats and aprons.” — Lorraine Brutti

well as two new flavors this year, carrot/ pumpkin and applesauce pretzel. I will also have some paw balm as well as handmade dog and cat toys.” — Amy Rybczyk

Grey Goose Gourmet “This will be my first out-of-state event and I am very excited to share the pepper jelly goodness with folks in New Hampshire! I have participated in the Maine Home and Remodel Show for the past several years with great success and positive support. I will be having at least 12 varieties for sampling and sales, including my two newest pepper jelly varieties: Hot Orange Pineapple Rosemary and Mandarin Ginger. I could not be happier with the outcome of these two new varieties but I will let the Durham and surrounding folks be the true judge.” — Sandra Dwight-Barris

ELH Interiors “My exhibit will be set up a bit like a living room to show people an example of my work. I’ll be available to talk about interior design, some of the projects people might be thinking of taking on, and the services I offer, which range from paint color consultations, to space planning or furniture and accessory selection, to remodeling projects like a kitchen or bath.

I think that some people also have the misconception that interior designers are only for the rich; in reality, I work with all budgets. Designers can actually help save time and money by helping people avoid making mistakes, while also being an extra set of eyes and delivering a wow factor!” — Erin Horn

Gunther’s Goodies “I make dog treats out of spent beer grain from local breweries. I will be selling my original flavored treats, peanut butter, as

Amanda’s Home Adornments “I offer quality home decor items: ‘Adding imagery to the details of your home’ is what my business card states. I try to

offer a variety of images on my products that would inspire a shopper to go, ‘Aha! ... that would be perfect for this room.’

My magnets make great housewarming, Mother’s Day, hostess or teachers’ gifts.”

— Amanda Reynolds Oxland Builders There really isn’t a project we can’t help with but the thing that sets us apart from other companies is our approach to project management. We are a design-build firm so we design and develop our projects, allowing us to be involved from inception. — Brad Sawler Kreations by KC Our largest-selling product is by far the alphabet photos, which are black and white photos that resemble a letter. They can derive from any material or object that looks like a letter, for example a tree branch that looks like a Y. At craft fairs, we display a variety of each letter that customers can choose to spell different words; last names are very popular. We also sell liquor bottle lamps, wine and mason jar lights and hand-sewn wristlets. — Chuck Shaw

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CAMP CONEY PINE (AGES 5 - 14) Located at 49 Lowell Street, Rochester, NH. Campers spend the summer outdoors experiencing a wide variety of activities while learning new skills and creating lasting friendships and memories.

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Is beaten-up car with a rap sheet worth saving?

Dear Car Talk: My 2007 Silverado was stolen and used in some robberies. I was in Ohio, and upon learning that the police were looking for me, I contacted them and found out that

By Ray Magliozzi my truck had been stolen and now has a rap sheet! My camper shell was removed and the mud flaps cut off. They must have done some rough riding in the truck, as it is now slightly twisted. The insurance company says the frame is cracked, and they want to total the truck. I have taken it to my mechanic, and he put it up on the lift and had three mechanics looking under it, and none of them found a crack. There are a lot of other things wrong with it, though: – Steering rack and pinion – Replace intermediate shaft – Oil-pan gasket rear main seal – Replace clutch kit – Lube oil and filter repeat – Alignment Total cost: $3,184.20 But my mechanic says other things could pop up later. The outside of the truck has minimal damage; most damage is internal.

My question to you is: Should I take the dis-

mantle fee ($3,400) for the truck and use that to fix the internal stuff, or just take the total loss and find a newer-model vehicle? The truck was well-maintained before this happened, and got great mileage on the freeway, and I travel a lot. Oh wise one, I need a voice of reason. Sincerely – B.J. I can’t give you a definitive answer, but I think the biggest question mark is the frame.

Rather than ask your regular mechanic if the frame is cracked, take the car to a collision shop that does frame and alignment work, and ask those guys to evaluate it. You even can ask your insurance company which shop it used for its appraisal, and ask that shop to show you the crack.

If the frame really is cracked or bent, I’d be tempted to take the money and let the truck go.

If the frame can’t be straightened out, you’ll never be able to align the truck properly, and you’ll end up joining the Tire-of-the-Month Club. Not to mention the stiff neck you’ll get from always having to look over your shoulder as the truck drives sideways.

So, you want someone with some real expertise in frames to give you a professional opinion on that – not the guys who do oil changes and brake jobs. The frame is the make-or-break issue.

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frame turns out to be OK, then you can take your chances if you want to. It sure sounds like they beat the heck out of the truck, so your mechanic is right that it’s possible more damage will crop up.

But on the other hand, you’ll also be getting a bunch of brand-new parts – plus a great story to tell. I mean, who else’s truck has its own mug shot? That’s cool.

Dear Car Talk: I have a 2008 Chevy Malibu, with 53,300 miles. About six months ago, the check engine light came on, but went off within several days. This continued – on, off, on, off – or several months. Now it stays on all the time. According to a local auto-parts store, the “error code” is P-0013 and P-0014.

I Googled the code and it says something about a “cam location sensor.” The car runs fine. Should I be concerned? Is fixing or adjusting it beyond the ability of an average mechanical person, like me? My friends say to put a piece of black electrical tape over the light. – Mike Your friends must be regular readers of the column, Mike.

Actually, this is not a good candidate for the black-tape solution. The cam sensor tells the computer the position of the camshaft. There’s

also a crankshaft position sensor. The inputs from those sensors have to line up perfectly so that the spark fires at the right nanosecond.

If the spark doesn’t fire exactly when it’s supposed to, performance will start to degrade, pollution will increase and, eventually, the car will protest by putting itself into what’s called “Limp Home Mode.” Which is exactly what it sounds like. And you’d better hope that when it goes into “Limp Home Mode,” you’re not just leaving Cousin Eldred’s place two states away.

There’s no adjustment for this; the sensor either works or it doesn’t. And in this case, according to your car’s computer, it doesn’t.

So it needs to be replaced.

The good news is, I think you can handle this, Mike. The part costs about $50. It’s located on the side of the head on four-cylinder Malibus, or in between the heads behind the water pump on six-cylinder versions. It’ll be a lot easier to find once you have the new one in your hand and you know what it looks like.

And it’s a simple fix: I think it comes out with one bolt. Then you unplug the old one, plug and bolt in the new one, and you’re done.

It’s not quite as cheap as applying black tape, but you’ll feel a lot more smug satisfaction when you’re done.

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This café is helping revolutionize the American diet with organic, vegan and wholesome options. The seating space is cozy and close-knit and nudges customers to be sociable with those around them. The Seacoast Scene spoke with owner and founder Jennifer Desrosiers about how she wants to see this breath of fresh air continue to flourish.

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How long has this restaurant been around?

Laney & Lu’s official opening day was Sept. 8, 2015. It was born out of my own journey to holistic wellness. In 2012, I was battling severe inflammation in my kidneys that was unexplained by weeks of tests and evaluation. I cut out inflammatory foods like dairy, soy, corn and grains, and the results were astonishing. I began practicing yoga and meditating regularly and unlocked a passion inside of me to share my results with others and to inspire them be healthier. In May 2015 I was walking to a meeting in downtown Exeter when I noticed a For Lease sign in the window of what is now Laney & Lu. I took one look inside and immediately called my husband. The message I left for him was, “I think I found the perfect spot to open a café.” It was an idea he knew I had been entertaining, but I always found reasons why it wouldn’t work. This time, I just knew it would.

and so nutrient-dense. My latest go-to salad is the Blissful Chakra with lemon tahini dressing. Our lemon tahini dressing is divine. I layer it on everything from avocado toast to the nori roll. I can’t get enough!

able. We always source maple syrup, honey, bee pollen, butter and cheese locally. The beginning of the New England growing season is almost here and it is an exciting time for us!

How would you describe the dining environment?

I believe our environment is welcoming to all. I like to describe it as a “come as you are” type of place. We want every guest to feel at home and truly appreciated for who they are. Our restaurant is filled with natural light, and we purposefully kept the décor bright, organic and simple in order to allow the food to capture your senses. We selected sustainable materials and locally reclaimed wood in the construction of the space. While our dining room is small, our customers are eager to invite strangers to sit with them or to move to accommodate others. Our brick patio [has] 35 seats and lots of sunshine through the warmer months as well.

How would you describe your crew of employees?

Our crew is talented, kind-hearted, passionate and inspiring. They are teachers, farmers, coaches, entrepreneurs, writers and change-makers. I am in awe of them every day and proud of their dreams and aspirations. It is my greatest honor to be a part of their life journey, to support them in their passion pursuits and to nurture our culture.

What do you think sets your establishment apart from others around you?

As a company, I feel our commitment to our team culture truly sets us apart. Each team member is a critical part of our success.

As a restaurant, I’m proud of our commitment to our mission of celebrating and building community. Our motto is “Eat Consciously. Live Vibrantly.” We believe that we are creating what we call the “Live Vibrantly Movement.” It is powerful and inspiring.

Do you have any seasonal specials people can expect?

Yes, right now we are serving our “late winter” menu. We are moving toward an eight-menu cycle in order to highlight produce that is in season and available locally.

We are committed to sourcing from local farms and merchants whenever possible.

Currently our beets, carrots and radishes are local, and soon greens will start being avail-

What’s your personal favorite from the menu? Why? I always find this question to be so challenging because it varies on my mood or the time of day. I absolutely love our dark-roast coffee.

We source it from a small roaster in Conway, N.H., called Good Vibes, and it’s organic and fair trade. I often joke that our coffee has ruined all other coffee for me. Our Maca Matcha Latte is honestly the best matcha latte I have ever had; it’s energizing and light with just a touch of sweetness from Vermont maple syrup infused with doTERRA lavender essential oil. We get our maple syrup from a friend of mine who I grew up with in northern Vermont so it has a nice personal connection for me as well. The vanilla smoothie is a classic

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Do you have any popular menu items?

A few items really stand out. We introduced the Turmeric Latte to the Seacoast and that stands out as a fan favorite on our list of Crafted Brews & Blends. The Sweet Green Smoothie is our most popular and boosts two cups of greens, mango and a hint of cinnamon. We serve breakfast all day and our Epic Egg Sandwich is truly epic. Then there are our bowls — there’s the Colorful Curry Bowl, which many come in every day for, and the Strawberry Acai Bowl. There are just so many favorites!

Who would you most like to serve and why?

It’s hard to pick just one but I would say Tony Robbins. Tony is a world-famous

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teacher and transformational coach. I would love for him to visit and meet with us a team.

I know from Tony’s trainings and books that he believes in fueling with clean, healthy fats. I would serve him a Turmeric Latte and the Blissful Chakra Salad with avocado and sun seed burger on top.

What’s an essential skill that keeps you running smoothly?

One of our core values is “Be Adventurous and Open Minded.” One thing I’ve learned about running a business and leading a team is that you never know what’s going to happen.

Being able to stay positive and respond in productive ways inspires others to do the same.

Is there anything special that can be expected during the tourist season?

We are focused on our grab-and-go snacks and drinks. As an adventurer and athlete, I know how important it is to fuel myself properly out on the trail and how hard it is to find healthy food on a road trip. I want Laney & Lu to be the go-to spot to load up before heading out for the day. We have recently introduced items like Protein Bars, Tahini Truffles, and of course there’s our famous Almond Miso Kale Chips. We are currently improving the packaging for sustainability and convenience and will be adding even more snacks and beverages in the coming weeks.

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This week’s column came out of a conversation with friends. On a recent Friday night, we were drinking wine, talking about wine and discussing the characteristics of different grapes. While there will always be exceptions, many grapes have common identifiers like color, nose, flavors or finish.

After I little research, I discovered a very interesting Wine Folly article written by sommelier Madeline Puckette called “The Noble Grapes Challenge.” The article contains a list of 18 noble grapes, which are those that are international varietals or planted in the majority of wine regions around the globe. She says, “Once you master this list, you will intuitively understand the major flavor profiles of most red and white wines in the world.” She also notes that the list does not contain sections on dessert, sparkling or rosé wines.

The list is split into nine reds and nine whites, and Puckette organizes them from lightest to darkest. I only had room for the reds this week, so look for the whites next week.

Pinot noir: This grape can be difficult to grow, as the clusters tend not to ripen evenly and it is very prone to disease. The fruit is usually cranberry, cherry or raspberry. Other flavors include vanilla, licorice, clove or caramel. It is usually aged in French oak barrels and has medium-high acidity with mediumlow tannins.

Grenache: The fruit is usually strawberry, black cherry and raspberry but other flavors may be tobacco, cinnamon or anise.

With medium tannins and acidity, grenache is medium oak aged. Puckette notes “the unmistakable candied fruit roll-up and cinnamon flavor is what gives [it] away to expert blind tasters.”

Merlot: Oh, merlot. It is too bad this wine has received such a bad rap. It can have varying characteristics depending on where it is grown (cooler climate versus warm or hot). Typically fruit is black cherry, raspberry and plum, but it may also contain notes of cedar, tobacco, vanilla and mocha. It has medium acidity and tannin.

I like the warm-climate merlot, which is more fruit-forward and has less tannin.

Sangiovese: This grape is a bit of a chameleon and can change depending on the environment in which it is grown. This Italian grape has many different mutations, all which taste different. Fruit is generally tart cherry, red plum, strawberry and fig. Other notes include tobacco, smoke, leather, clay or brick. It is usually lightly oak aged in neutral barrels and has high acidity and tannins. It is commonly referred to as chianti and Brunello di Montalcino, among others.

Some versions are fruit-forward, while others are rustic and traditional.

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Nebbiolo: This wine has high acidity and tannins, but can be deceiving because it is very light in color. It is complex in its aromas and flavors, usually including cherries, tar, tobacco or leather. It is higher in alcohol than many of its counterparts. I happen to really like this wine, especially when it is in the form of a Barolo or Barbaresco (known as two of Italy’s greats).

Tempranillo: Think cherry, plum and tomato but also leather, clove, tobacco and vanilla. It is usually aged in American or French oak for 12 to 18 months, resulting in medium acidity and tannin. It tastes fullbodied from the oak aging, but has thinner skins, so it will appear more translucent in the glass. Oak aging in Spain may give the wine an orange hue.

Cabernet sauvignon: Cabernet is a wine that often gets all the credit, especially in California, where it is king. It typically has flavors of black cherry, black currant or blackberry, but may also have black pepper, tobacco or licorice. It is usually aged in French oak for 9 to 18 months, but some American or even Hungarian oak is used. It typically has medium tannins and acidity.

It is commonly blended with other grapes around the globe.

Syrah: This has a wide range of flavors including blackberry, blueberry, chocolate, vanilla, tobacco, herbs and smoke. This wine is aged in all kinds of oak, with medium acidity and tannins. It is also known as shiraz.

Malbec: Malbec can be similar to grenache, but typically has blueberry and blackberry flavors instead of strawberry and cherry. It is commonly blended with other grapes. On its own, the color is a very intense inky red or violet.

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Thus Bad Begins, by Javier Marias (Alfred A. Knopf, 444 pages) Translated from Spanish, in Thus Bad Begins, author Javier Marias tells a dark and strangely captivating mystery tale centered on the volatile relationship between filmmaker Eduardo Muriel and his wife Beatriz.

The meandering and erotic story is told

by Juan de Vere, or “young de Vere” as he is frequently referred to by Muriel and his close circle of distinguished friends. De Vere details his efforts to get to the bottom of two separate though related mysteries involving Muriel and his wife and, separately, Muriel’s good friend, the esteemed Dr. Jorge Van Vechten.

De Vere tells his tale as he looks back on his time as a young man working as an assistant to Muriel, though it becomes clear de Vere was hardly a bystander in this story, which is set about five years following Spain’s transition back to democracy after Francisco Franco’s death.

Muriel, an intriguing and father-like figure to de Vere, tasks de Vere with a difficult and sordid assignment. He tells de Vere that he had recently received news that his longtime friend Van Vechten had been “indecent with a woman, possibly more than one,” which Muriel described as “the lowest of the low.” He asks de Vere to “draw-out” Van Vechten in an attempt to gauge the veracity of what he has been told. Muriel asks de Vere to befriend Van Vechten, to bring him out with his friends, despite the multi-generational gap in ages, to essentially egg him on and to encourage Van Vechten to open up about any past (or present) transgressions with women.

On top of that potentially perilous assignment, de Vere, who has his own room at Muriel’s home, bears witness to Muriel’s repeated and wounding verbal attacks on his wife. He listens to him insult her appearance and her intelligence, over and over again. He even watches from his room in secret as Beatriz paces outside Muriel’s room, begging him to let her in, which he ultimately denies. The abuse is bizarre and uncomfortable, not only because it is so hurtful, but because it appears particularly out of character for the mild-mannered and understanding Muriel — along with the fact that it is entirely unclear why Muriel treats her in this fashion. Beatriz complains about the

treatment to her friends and while divorce is apparently soon to be legalized in early 1980s Spain, she will never leave Muriel. It is clear there was a time when the two were happy together. De Vere is naturally curious about the cause of the abuse, and, if inadvertently, he moves toward solving that mystery as well.

Before de Vere begins to befriend Van Vechten, he notices Beatriz regularly leaves the house on her own, sometimes riding Muriel’s Harley-Davidson.

On one such trip, De Vere follows Beatriz, discreetly, to Our Lady of Darmstadt Sanctuary, where he witnesses, from a tree and through a window, Beatriz and Van Vechten alone together in a building on the property. This scene makes de Vere’s task of drawing out Van Vechten all the more complicated.

Still, de Vere easily persuades Van Vechten and his perfectly “rectangular smile” to come out with him several times per week to bars and clubs. His friends — young women included — seemingly enjoy the doctor’s generous, fatherly and gregarious presence. When alone, De Vere questions the doctor about his sexual prowess and Van Vechten states, ominously after much prodding, “And nothing gives one more satisfaction than when a girl doesn’t want to do it, but can’t say no. And I can assure you most of them do want do do it, once they realize they’re obliged to.”

Marias’ style of writing is long-winded, to say the least, but it does not take away from the story. On the contrary, his beautiful, winding sentences pull the reader in, and right down the rabbit hole.

(It certainly didn’t feel like I was reading translated material.) With the title, and the black cover — with just the image of presumably Beatriz’s face visible — it is clear the novel is taking the reader down a dark road. That said, the novel is at times funny and perfectly ridiculous, especially in scenes involving Muriel’s friend Professor Rico and his appetite for long-winded lectures on seemingly anything and everything. A strong political vein runs throughout the novel as well, as the wounds from Spain’s transition to democracy have yet to heal.

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Kurt Baker Combo tops Dover rave-up When Kurt Baker toured with his punk pop band The Leftovers, and as a solo act beginning in 2010, one luxury he always allowed was satellite radio in the rental van. It stayed locked on a single station, Underground Garage, packed with bands that inspired them like Ramones, Blondie and The Plimsouls, along with up and coming acts.

“For us it was awesome,” Baker said in a recent Skype interview from his home in Madrid, Spain. “There were great DJs on there and great garage rock, both new and old stuff.”

His bandmate Geoff Palmer one day decided to send the station a single by his band, The Connection. To his delight, their cover of the 1956 Moon Mullican hit “Seven Nights to Rock” was named a weekly Coolest Song in the World. When Underground Garage creator Steven Van Zandt asked Palmer if he knew any other good bands, he pointed them to Baker.

Baker subsequently racked up multiple Coolest Song wins, on his own and with The New Trocaderos, his side project with Palmer and Brad Marino, also of The Connection. Last year, Van Zandt signed him to Wicked Cool Records and released Baker’s latest album, In Orbit.

Inconveniently, satellite success happened right around the time Baker moved overseas. He’d grown weary of the withering punk pop scene in his home base of Portland, Maine, and its sharp contrast to the energy he’d found in Europe.

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Spain, see if I could do it,” Baker said.

“I had enough money for a few months, but it really worked out. ... There are a lot more opportunities for my style of music and a culture for it that feels really comfortable.”

Initially, Baker was a troubadour, accompanying himself on guitar. Then offers to play summer festivals started to arrive, and he recruited three natives and has kept busy ever since. For a guy whose motto is “have a good time, all the time,” it’s a perfect situation.

“There’s something about Spain,” he said. “There’s just a huge appreciation for rock ’n’ roll, power pop and garage rock.”

He’s returned home to visit family and play an occasional solo gig, but the new record has given Baker the chance to tour with a full band for the first time since 2013.

A March 23 show at Dover Brickhouse includes his band Kurt Baker Combo, The Connection, label mate Soraia, and ’90s legends Watts, now with Tim McCoy of Heavens to Murgatroid on bass.

“Tim has helped us out many times back when I was living in Portland; he helped set up shows and we’d go down,” Baker said.

“We’re friends, and we’ve had a lot of fun together in the past, so I’m really looking forward to playing with him and seeing those guys.”

What promises to be one of best rock shows to hit the region in years is the second stop on a tour that stops in New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Milwaukee (home to Baker’s favorite basketball team) and Washington, D.C. The two-week run wraps up in Boston on April 7, with a show at Allston’s O’Brien’s Pub. The busy schedule leaves Baker little room for other work, so studio time with The New Trocaderos will have to wait for another visit.

“There is word of maybe doing a new record in the future, so who knows? It’s a

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Conceived by Los Angeles songwriter and producer Mike Chaney, the supergroup has released one album — 2015’s Thrills & Chills — and three EPs and the single that launched the project, “Money Talks” backed with “The Kids,” both written by Chaney. Along with longtime Seacoast peer Rogers, the band includes drummer

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What keeps it fun for Baker?

“I really love playing live and seeing the expressions on people’s faces when they’re listening to rock ’n’ roll and having a good time, also meeting people and visiting new places,” he said. “The Combo’s been touring a lot this year, we’ve been to Sweden, Austria, Germany. … That’s what keeps it interesting, to be able to tour and play. I feel fortunate to be able to do this. As long as I can still do it, I will.”

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Swingin’ jazz

Harmony and hot playing from Honest Millie Honest Millie has harmony down six ways to Sunday. The interplay between Val Blachly and Ellen Carlson is just the beginning, topped off nicely by Lee Anne Ames’ singing. Things really begin to pop when Carlson and Ames stitch their fiddle and saxophone together on top of the three-part vocalizing.

Layer upon layer, they build magic, on songs like Louis Jordan’s “Is You Is or Is You Ain’t (My Baby)” and “I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter,” a 1936 Boswell Sisters hit, and other standards from the pre-WWII era. Buoyant and brassy, it’s a fuller sound than Blachly and Carlson’s old band, Sweet, Hot & Sassy.

“Sassy tended to be a little spare,” Blachly said by phone recently. “We do a lot more jazz … it’s a much bigger sound.”

Given the band’s roots, this all adds up. Ames, on sax and clarinet, played in the Afro-Cuban Jazz Orchestra and spent several years with the Lakes Region Big Band. Keyboardist Agnes Charlesworth is a sound designer with film and video scores on her resume. Drummer Paul Wolf is currently a member of Jumbo Circus Peanuts, a 12-piece Seacoast ensemble with a penchant for 1920s music.

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The band evolved out of Swing a Cat, a project Blachly started with Liza Constable in the mid-2000s.

“We were looking for an instrumentalist, because the music we were collecting called for that,” Blachly said.

Ben Baldwin, a musician friend from Maine, recommended Charlesworth. The music director at Plymouth State College found Ames for them.

“I wanted someone who could improvise … be right out front with leads and taking breaks. She said, ‘I’ve got a perfect girl for you.’ That was Leanne,” Blachly said.

When Carlson saw Swing a Cat perform in Concord a few years back, she loved them and offered her services. The pivot to Honest Millie was soon complete. In January 2016, they began a monthly residency at Stone Church in Newmarket that lasted much of the year and will resume March 25. They’re booking shows into the summer.

In early January, they played to a packed house at Nippo Lake. The rousing response caught them a bit off guard.

“People at the bar next door were standing in the doorway because there weren’t any tables,” Blachly said. “I was surprised, because that’s a bluegrass venue.”

Among the band’s set favorites are Gershwin’s “Summertime” with a calypso

touch and a version of the Delta Rhythm Boys’ “Undecided” rearranged as a threepart harmony. “‘Corcovaco’ is another one I really enjoy,” Blachly said, mentioning a more modern song in Honest Millie’s repertoire.

“I love Latin music and it’s new to me in terms of playing it.”

Blachly and her bandmates remain transfixed with the Depression era, however.

“The music was very light back then, which had a lot to do with what was going on at the time,” Blachly said. “I had not really listened to a lot of music prior to the 1940s; then I met Liza. She turned me on to this stuff from the 1930s.”

The band’s name sounds like it might come from a character in an MGM musical, but it’s a simpler story, Blachly said.

“We hemmed and hawed and couldn’t come up with anything,” she said. “Then one day after Lee had been thinking about an aunt of hers, she suggested Honest Millie, and we thought it was just great.”

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• Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Don’t be so sure of yourself today. Or any other day, for that matter.

• Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Today is a day to avoid any words containing an ‘E.’ Darn, I was so close.

• Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): If there’s a better way to do something, you’ll find it, especially if it involves eating lunch.

• Aries (March 21-April 19): No matter how lousy today is, tomorrow could be better. Could be. Don’t get your hopes up.

• Taurus (April 20-May 20): If at first you don’t succeed, then it’s pretty clear you should stop trying right now.

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• Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Time to put your best foot forward! Unfortunately, you’re standing in front of a bear trap.

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• Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): This horoscope called on account of rain; it will be made up by a double-header later in the season.

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(Critics, such as the Electronic Frontier Foundation, laughed at the uselessness of the tweaks.)

News of the pretentious

• Why live with a cat if one cannot take it out for some wine together? The Apollo Peak in Denver and the Pet Winery in Fort Myers, Florida, serve a variety of the real grape to humans and nonalcoholic proprietary drinks for the kitties to enjoy tableside (or underneath). “Pinot Meow” ($12) in Denver and “Meow and Chandon” ($15) in Fort Myers, are specialties basically watered catnip, according to a February New York Times report (so the felines can also get buzzed). The wine outing is the human’s preference, of course, with a loftier cachet than the “happy hour” most cats might prefer (say, a “sardine bar”).

• “I tried the $5,000 hamburger, and it was absolutely worth it,” wrote the apparently straight-faced CNBC reviewer Robert Frank in February, describing his meal at the Las Vegas Mandalay Bay restaurant Fleur. (The burger included Waygu beef, foie gras and truffles, and was served with a similarly inexplicably priced wine.) Other recent consumer challenges: an $18 cup of coffee at Brooklyn’s Extraction Lab; a $100 bottle of Norwegian iceberg water (Svalbardi.com); a $2,000 pizza at New York City’s Industry Kitchen (caviar, truffles, gold flakes); and a $25,000 taco at the Grand Velas Los Cabos resort in Mexico (caviar, brie, Kobe beef, langoustine lobster, rare tequila and once again with the gold flakes).

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Anglers fighting to preserve choice spots on the fishing pier on Sebastian Inlet, north of Vero Beach, Florida, have taken to tossing lead weights and other items at “competitors,” especially those who approach the pier to fish directly from their boats. Such territory marking by the “piersters” includes, according to a February report in Florida Today, perhaps a version of classic mammal behavior, like strategic urination.

Government in action

• Illinois has problems: a $130 billion unfunded pension crisis, 19 months without a budget, the lowest credit rating and highest property taxes in the country, and the murder rate in Chicago. However, at least the state house of representatives is not standing by idly. In February, it moved to designate October 2017 as Zombie Preparedness Month (basically, adding “zombie invasion” to the list of mobilizations for any natural disaster and urging residents to stockpile food and supplies for up to 72 hours).

• Lawyers for former U.S. Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. have convinced federal officials that his bipolar disorder was “caused” by the stress of being a congressman and thus that he is entitled to “total disability” worker compensation for an “on-the-job” injury and thus to about $100,000 a year, tax-free, according to a February Chicago Tribune report. (Jackson,

51, also receives Social Security disability payments.) Lawyers said his disorder (often attributed to genetic factors) surfaced during an investigation into Jackson’s looting of his campaign treasury for luxury goods and vacations (charges eventually settled with a guilty plea). Jackson dated his onset to June 2012, meaning that his last 72 House votes came while “totally” disabled.

Bright ideas

Not Clever Enough: Daniel Crowninshield, 54, pleaded guilty in federal court in Sacramento in 2016 to illegally manufacturing assault weapons that had no serial numbers despite efforts to circumvent the law by claiming that his customers actually “made” their own weapons using his equipment. Crowninshield (known as “DrDeath” online), an expert machinist, would take a “blank” metal casting and, using special equipment and computer programs, create the firing mechanism for a numberless AR-15 provided the customer presses a button to start the process. “Pressing the button,” Crowninshield figured, made the customer the creator, not a buyer or transferee of the gun, and thus exempt from federal law. In February, Judge Troy Nunley, unimpressed, sentenced Crowninshield to three years and five months in prison.

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