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December, 2020 | ALONG ROUTE 16 | Page 1

ROUTE 16 & The Scenic Byways of Rtes. 25, 28, 108, 109, 113, 125, 153 & 171

December | Vol. 6 | No. 12 Published on the 16th of the Month

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Last Night Wolfeboro | Page 3

What’s Up | Pages 6 & 7

Chocolate Tour | Page 4

Cook Out | Page 8

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Last Night Wolfeboro: Virtual Event YES-Fireworks NO

Storyteller Simon Brooks, appearing virtually for Last Night Wolfeboro with original, family-friendly and intriguing stories.

Enjoy the magical stylings of Brewster Academy alumnus Yu Koriki, on December 31, during Last Night Wolfeboro’s virtual farewell 2020 celebration.

As the event schedule and plans are finalized, committee member Maria Found, a veteran Brewster instructor and tireless volunteer for many organizations in Wolfeboro, will host live games and shows starting with a scavenger hunt on a Zoom channel arranged by Brewster.

“Folks will be super excited to get out on Wolfeboro Main Street and nearby sites with their pod of family and friends to answer our scavenger hunt questions,” says Ms. Found. “Then they’ll check in virtually to enter their answers. As always, we’re gathering great prizes for winners of games we’re offering that include the ever-popular Bingo, Escape Room and Quest Competition,” she adds.

In addition, a second Zoom performance channel will be hosted by Wolfeboro resident, former radio reporter and anchor and committee volunteer, Brenda Jorett. “Crafting this virtual celebration from the ground up presents the chance to showcase our performers’ talents for this very special New Year’s Eve and offer a community gathering in a different way,” says Ms. Jorett.

Entertainers scheduled to appear on the Zoom channels include: • String Equinox: featuring local musicians Beverly Woods and Shana Aisenberg, who have performed throughout the Lakes Region and at the Wolfeboro Area Farmers Market.

• Simon Brooks: renowned, award-win-

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• Emma Jedow: New Hampshire resident and passionate singer, songwriter, musician, and mental health advocate.

• Dan Chan and Company: an internationally renowned, award-winning magician.

• Andrew Long – New Hampshire-based comedian.

• Yu Koriki: captivating magician and Brewster alumnus; now attending Northeastern University in Boston.

• Stacey Kelleher: singer, songwriter, musician from Ossipee, NH now living in Nashville, TN. Due to the ongoing pandemic, events may be subject to change and will be updated via social media and the Wolfeboro town website.

Sponsorships, prizes and donations to defray programming costs are welcomed by contacting Wolfeboro Parks and Recreation Director Christine Collins; call 603-569-5639, parksdirector@wolfeboronh.us. Event sponsors to date include: Black’s Paper Store and The Children’s Center.

Last Night Wolfeboro 2020 is produced by Wolfeboro Special Events Committee and Wolfeboro Parks and Recreation, with funding from the Economic Development Committee, and major support from Brewster Academy.

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After months of planning Last Night Wolfeboro 2020 for December 31, virtual games, music, magic and storytelling will take place, but fireworks have been cancelled due to COVID-19 concerns.

According to Selectman Linda Murray and chair of Wolfeboro’s Special Events Committee, “As we all know, the recent rise in COVID-19 cases in Wolfeboro and beyond has led to the cancellation of many events. Because of this public health concern, Wolfeboro town officials have made the decision to cancel the December 31 fireworks as well as the postponement date. We are also considering the Last Night Wolfeboro scavenger hunt event and will update the public via social media and the town website if that event changes.”

Meantime, the virtual celebration marking the end of 2020 is being finalized. Last Night Wolfeboro 2020 organizers are inviting people of all ages to enjoy an online New Year’s Eve day of interactive games, magic, music, storytelling and more. The Last Night Wolfeboro scavenger hunt along the Main Street shopping area is also scheduled, pending any final changes.

“Our Special Events Committee and supporters have worked for months to develop a fun and free New Year’s Eve celebration to take place virtually with everyone’s health and safety in mind,” says Murray.

Zoom links for Last Night Wolfeboro will be available @WolfeboroLastNight on Facebook a few days before December 31.

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Treat Yourself to the Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour

By Sarah Wright Photos courtesy Jackson Chamber of Commerce The holiday season is in full swing, and that means plenty of delicious goodies, whether it’s “visions of sugar plums dancing in your head,” or just a plateful of yummy gingerbread cookies on your table. Of course, there’s also the ultimate treat celebration that combines a beautiful winter sleigh ride with amazing local chocolates!

Although some events have been cancelled this year due to the pandemic, tickets are still available for the Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour in Jackson. What better way to social distance than to be outside on a horse-drawn, Austrian

sleigh ride through Jackson Village, stopping at local businesses to collect chocolate along the way? The rides will run every hour from 11 am to 4 pm on the weekends of December 12 and 13 and December 19 and 20 in Jackson Village. Check-in takes place at the town gazebo, where you’ll receive your first chocolate, a jingle bell, and a festive bag for leftovers. Just ring your bell at each stop to receive a homemade treat!

This popular event has been going on for 19 years, with more people requesting tickets every year. The first tickets become available to those who are staying at one of the chocolatiers’ properties, which includes Nestlenook

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Farm, the Wildcat Inn & Tavern, the Inn at Jackson, the Whitney’s Inn at Jackson, the Wentworth, An Elegant Country Inn, the Snowflake Inn, the Eagle Mountain House & Golf Course, or the Riverwood Inn. (In fact, many people turn the event into a weekend away.) The ticket sale then opens up to the general public, and tickets can only be purchased by calling the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce at 603383-9356. (Children age two and under who sit on someone’s lap and aren’t receiving chocolates can ride for free.)

The Executive Director of the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce, Kathleen L. Flammia, says that many families have made the event a holiday tradition and come back every year.

She’s proud of the fact that there have also been more than a dozen marriage proposals made during the event, with couples continuing to return in the years to follow. “The chocolate tour is a truly magical experience that keeps visitors wanting to come back again,” says Kathleen. “There’s a special, fes• Chocolate Tour continued on page 5

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December, 2020 | ALONG ROUTE 16 | Page 5 • Chocolate Tour continued from page 4 tive happiness that is well worth the wait until the next year.â€? She adds, “It’s also delicious, with each homemade chocolate prepared with care and love.â€?

Through the years, there have also been some extra-special stories to share, like what happened last year. “In 2019, we had a young child who had more than his share of hospital stays and health issues,� said Kathleen. “During one of those hospital stays, his nurse shared her experience of riding on the chocolate tour, and he loved the story so much that he asked his mom if he could go on the tour that year for Christmas!� She continued, “When his mother shared the story with us, we made sure he got on the ride last year, with special chocolates made just for him at each stop. He got his Christmas wish and we were so proud to become a cherished memory for someone so special.�

Each year the participating chocolatiers provide about 2,000 pieces of homemade chocolates to the tour’s riders. Kathleen explains that, “Although a percentage of the ticket price goes to the chocolatiers, they are providing the service of meeting and greeting each sleigh and the chocolates at their own expense.� She adds, “They volunteer to help keep this amazing event going. Please take the time to frequent our chocolatiers’ establishments and be sure to thank them.�

The chocolatiers this year include Nestlenook Farm, the Inn at Jackson, the Wildcat Inn & Tavern, The Went-

worth, An Elegant Country Inn, the J-Town Deli & Country Store, the Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club (stationed at the Wentworth), the Snowake Inn, and the RiverWood Inn. Of course, the event will look a little different this year with some precautions in place. The state mandate dictates that everyone must wear masks that cover their noses and mouths; no more than six people at a time will be allowed at the check-in area by the gazebo; and social distancing will be practiced. The ride will take approximately one hour, but please note that parking may be limited. There are parking spots to the left of the rotary where the sleighs depart, but you may need to park in the upper overow area - there will be signs and a parking attendant to help you. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your departure time.

Tickets are nonrefundable, but if you have to cancel, you can either reschedule for another ride if available, or use your tickets for the following year.

The super-popular Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour sells out quickly, so call 603-383-9356 for tickets today. Create a special memory to end the year, and maybe you’ll make it an annual tradition. If it does sell out, you can start planning for next year. Or you could check out the sleigh rides offered by Nestlenook Farm at 66 Dinsmore Road in Jackson. Enjoy a dreamy winter sleigh ride with hot chocolate and fur blankets along the scenic Ellis River in a custom-made, Austrian horse-drawn sleigh. (The trail is lit by lanterns after dark.) The 30-minute rides run seven days a week until mid-March on Monday to Thursday from 4 to 6 pm; Fri-

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days from 3 to 8 pm; Saturdays from 12 to 9 pm; and Sundays from 11 am to 4 pm. There are plenty of ride options at different price points from general admission rides to a private one-horse ride for two or a group ride. For more

information, visit www.nestlenookfarmsleighrides.com or call 603-3837101.

Enjoy the beauty of the season out in the lovely natural surroundings of the White Mountains.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center December Programs If you love birds, you can learn more about them via a program at the Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany, NH. Brush up on your winter bird identification and review local winter bird field marks as well as pass on a few bird feeding tips for the winter season ahead at a Winter Bird Ecology program on December 17 at 7 pm. The online program offers a great refresher for the fast approaching Christmas Bird Count at Tin Mountain. Visit www.tinmountain.org for the Zoom link.

A Citizen Science Program titled Christmas Bird Count will take place on Saturday, December 19 (this is an all-day event). Calling all citizen scientists, birders of all levels, and general nature lovers. Join Tin Mountain staff for the 32nd annual North Conway Christmas Bird Count. The success of this yearly winter bird census depends on a gaggle, murder, ock, etc. of devoted volunteers both in the field and at home watching their feeders.

Winter bird counts are useful tools for evaluating yearly and long-term trends of birds during a historically understudied time of year. The census is

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completed in a variety of ways, allowing participation at any and all levels.

Field observers travel routes by foot, cross-country skis, and/or car. Another important component of the count comes from volunteers in the bird count area reporting on what birds visit their feeders during the count period.

You do not need to be an expert birder to participate.

The Tin Mountain count area is a 15mile diameter circle that encompasses parts of Jackson, Bartlett, Chatham and North Conway. The circle is divided into four sections with group leaders who coordinate the coverage in that section. Staff will compile the findings the evening of the count and compare numbers to the data Tin Mountain staff have accumulated over the past 30+ years to understand the context and importance of what was seen that day. Observers are needed for traveling routes by foot, cross country skis, snowshoes, or by car. You can also tally birds at your feeder. All birding levels welcome.

For program information, call Tin Mountain Conservation Center at 603447-6991 to participate.

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Through month of Dec., All Things Water, art exhibit with local featured artists, Tues.-Sat. 10 am-2 pm, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 323-8510.

Through Dec. 15, ArtWorks Gallery Silent Auction, benefits local food pantries & ArtWorks Fund. Bid in person, email or call. Open Thurs. 10-2 pm, Fri. 12-7 pm, Sat. & Sun. 10-5 pm. Previews at www.chocoruaartworks.com, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, artworks4us2@gmail.com, 323-8041.

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Through Dec. 16, Angels & Elves program, Mt. Washington Valley Kiwanis Club, donations of gifts and clothing for needy children, info: 356-8710 or email angelsandelves2020@gmail.com; open Mon., Wed. & Fri. until Dec. 16 daily 11 am-5:30 pm; headquarters at former Dress Barn, Settler’s Green Outlet Mall, N. Conway.

Through Dec. 19, Annual Wrap-A-Thon, drop off your unwrapped holiday gifts between noon-4 pm and have them wrapped by Advice To The Players, Sandwich, volunteers, $2 per gift to wrap, all COVID-19 guidelines followed, info: Jessie@advicetotheplayers.org.

Dec. 12-13, Jackson Art Studio: Holiday Art Show with Artisans at Work, 155 Ridge Rd., Jackson, 387-3463, www.mountwashingtonvalley.org.

Dec. 16, A Christmas Carol, 7 pm, virtual performance by Advice To The Players, info: advicetotheplayers.org, 284-7115.

Dec. 17, Winter Bird Ecology, brush up on winter bird ID, 7-8 pm, via Zoom, Tin Mt. Conservation Center, Albany, info: tinmountain.org.

Dec. 18, King Pine Opening Day & Canned Food Drive, 9 am-6 pm, King Pine at Purity Spring Resort, 1251 Eaton Rd., Rt. 153, Madison, 367-8896.

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Dec. 18-23, Journey to the North Pole, depart from Conway Scenic Railroad, downtown N. Conway, travel aboard train to Theatre in the Wood, Intervale to visit with Santa and his elves, music, see Santa’s workshop, leave your letter for Santa, info/times: www.journeytothenorthpole.org. Also takes place Dec. 2931. Also departs from Lincoln, NH Dec. 19, Christmas Bird Count, day-long event, observers needed for traveling routes by foot, cross-country skis, snowshoes or by car, or tally birds at your feeder, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany, call 447-6991 to participate.

Dec. 19, Friends Book Sale, 9 am-noon, Madison Public Library, 1895 Village Rd., Madison, 367-8545.

Dec. 19-20, Jackson Art Studio: Holiday Art Show with Artisans at Work, 155 Ridge Rd., Jackson, 387-3463, www.mountwashingtonvalley.org.

Dec. 19 & 20, Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour, please social distance & wear masks, Nestlenook Farm, tickets/info: Jackson Chamber of Commerce, 3839356, www.jacksonnh.com.

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Dec. 18-19, Twelfth Night, 7:30 pm, virtual performance by Advice To The Players, info: advicetotheplayers.org, 284-7115.

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Dec. 23, Tamworth Community Food Pantry, noon-6 pm, St. Andrew’s in the Valley Church, 678 Whittier Td., Tamworth, call ahead for info: 960-4067.

Dec. 24, Christmas Eve with Living Nativity outside including narration & music, 5-7 pm, Methodist Meetinghouse, 10 Main St., Sandwich.

Dec. 29, Outdoor Story Time, 10:30 am, dress for being outdoors, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St. Tamworth, info: 323-8510.

Dec. 29-31, Journey to the North Pole, depart from Conway Scenic Railroad, downtown N. Conway, travel aboard train to Theatre in the Wood, Intervale to visit with Santa and his elves, music, see Santa’s workshop, leave your letter for Santa, info/times: www.journeytothenorthpole.org. Also departs from Lincoln, NH. Dec. 31, Death Cafe, 6-7:45 pm, open discussion on life and death, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

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Dec, 31, Last Night, Wolfeboro, virtual games, music, magic, storytelling, Zoom links for Last Night Wolfeboro will be available @WolfeboroLastNight on Facebook; 603-569-5639, parksdirector@wolfeboronh.us Jan. 5, Outdoor Story Time, 10:30 am, dress for being outdoors, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St. Tamworth, info: 323-8510.

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Jan. 11, Hooked: Narratives if Addiction, Recovery and Redemption, 6:307:30 pm, presenter: Kate Gaudet, online program, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Jan. 13, 20 & 27, Jackson Art: Landscape Painting for the Beginner via Zoom, 6:30-8 pm, jacksonartnh.com, 387-3463.

Jan. 28-31, NH Sanctioned & Jackson Invitational Snow Sculpting Competition, Black Mt. Ski Area, Jackson, spectators are welcome to view snow sculpting during the process and return on Jan. 31 to view finished sculptures, admission free for viewing, kids scavenger hunt & activities, info: www.jacksonnh.com.

Jan. 30, Easy XC Ski to Franconia, AMC, Pinkham Notch, pre-registration a must: 466-2727, amclodging@outdoors.org.

Feb. 6, Bretton Woods Lift Served Nordic Ski, AMC, Pinkham Notch, pre-registration a must: 466-2727, amclodging@outdoors.org.

Feb. 6, Jackson Art: Beginner Plein Air Painting for the Beginner via Zoom, 10 am-4 pm, jacksonartnh.com, 387-3463.

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ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, open Thurs. 10 am-2 pm; Fri. noon-7 pm; Sat. & Sun. 10 am-5 pm, www.chocoruaartworks.com, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, artworks4us2@gmail.com, 323-8041.

Believe in Books Literary Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, Intervale, many programs for children, www.believeinbooks.org or call 356-9980.

Conway Historical Society, historical info, 447-5551, www.conwayhistoricalsociety.org.

Conway Public Library at 15 Greenwood Avenue in Conway has many learning experiences. Call the library at 447-5552 or visit www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

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Remick Country Doctor Museum, Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, call for info: 323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

Sandwich Sidehillers, meets monthly, trail clearing for snowmobiles, snowshoers, etc., meets 6 pm at Sidehillers clubhouse, 303 Wing Rd., N. Sandwich, sidehillers@gmail.com.

Snowshoeing, info: 356-9920, Mt. Washington Valley Ski Touring & Snowshoe Foundation, www.mwvskitouring.org.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, many virtual programs, hikes, nature learning center, call for info: 447-6991, www. tinmountain.org.

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Mount Washington SnowCoach Tours, starts in Dec. for winter season, reservations required, www.greatglentrails.com, Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, 466-3988.

Northeastern Ballet Theatre, Virtual Productions: Legend of Sleepy Hollow, The Wizard and 7, The Nutcracker, all run through Jan. 3, 2021, info: www. northeasternballet.org.

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Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center, interactive science museum, virtual programs during COVID-19, science of climate and weather, 2779 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-2137, www.mountwashington.org.

NE Ski Museum, open Fri.-Mon., 10 am-5 pm, 2628 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, info: www.newenglandskimuseum.org.

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Great Glen Trails, outdoor center/activities, Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, 466-3988, www.greatglentrails.com.

Mug Club Community Café, Tues. & Thurs. 10 am-12:30 pm, Runnells Hall, Chocorua, please wear face mask, 323-7186.

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Great Glen Kids Ski Club, winter long program Sundays from 1:30-3:30 pm, emphasis on fun of skiing and friends, kids learn and improve ski skills, Great Glen Trails, 1 Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, call for updates/info: 466-3988.

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By Chef Kelly Ross When it comes to Christmas dinner, beef seems to win out, usually in the form of prime rib, or if using the grill as I do during the winter, beef tenderloin roasted in its entirety, and then thinly sliced at service is my first choice. However, I have cooked or been served roast duck, venison, many a seafood dish, turkey, but have also done Chinese and/or pizza in certain situations. As long as everyone is on board, there is no bad answer on what to serve for Christmas dinner.

Today’s theme is some great and different quality side dishes; most go best with beef, but all in all, a great side dish stands well on its own.

The first side dish is called Garlic Bread Pudding and is an outstanding accompaniment with prime rib or steak.

I know when we hear of bread pudding, we instantly think of dessert, but throw that mentality right out of your head.

This is made like most traditional bread puddings, just without the sweetness factor and instead done with garlic and a few other herbs and spices. I know some who don’t like any kind of bread pudding, usually due to its consistency, so if you are one of them, it may not be for you, but trust me, this is delicious.

It cooks in 45-50 minutes and will give you 8 portions Garlic Bread Pudding 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed dry with no oil 2 tsp olive oil 2 tbsp minced garlic 2 cups milk 2 large eggs 2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided 3 tbsp fresh Parmesan cheese, grated, divided 2 tbsp chopped fresh basil, or 2 tsp

dried basil ½ tsp salt ½ tsp fresh grind cracked black pepper 6 cups cubed Italian bread, 1-inch cubes Cooking spray Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Pour boiling water into a bowl, drop in the sun-dried tomatoes, cover and let them sit for 10-15 minutes or until they become tender. Drain well, cool, and finely chop. Heat the oil in a non stick skillet pan over a low to medium heat.

Add the garlic and cook for a minute, stirring constantly. Do not burn, pull from the heat. In a bowl, combine the milk and eggs and whisk well. Stir in the tomatoes, garlic, half each of the mozzarella and Parmesan, the basil, salt and pepper. In a 1 ½ qt casserole dish, spray well and dump in the bread cubes. Pour in the milk mixture over the bread, and lightly stir to make sure all the bread is well coated. You can even lightly press down on top of the bread if popping above the milk to help the coating process. Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes. In a larger casserole dish, place the bread pudding dish inside it. Pour boiling water into the larger dish until the water reaches almost halfway up the pudding dish.

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and Parmesan over the top of the mixture and bake for 45-50 minutes or until it is golden brown and bounces back when you press in the middle of it with your finger. If it browns up nicely before the middle is cooked, pop a tent of foil over the top until it is cooked. This is a great and original dish.

Let’s move from a very untraditional dish to one which is more the norm.

Everybody loves potatoes, and these potato pancakes are so darn good.

So I must offer a slight disclaimer on this recipe. This isn’t made with fresh potatoes but with packaged shredded spuds. I have tried making these using fresh taters and this recipe works best with the packaged version. The bottom line is the final product, which is all that matters, and these are delicious, so don’t you fret in thinking you are somehow cheating. Just go with the flow and watch everyone enjoy. I’m doubling my usual recipe for 2 reasons.

First, I end up eating a few while cooking and I bet you will too, and secondly, you can make these any size you want, so it’s tough to dictate how many servings you will end up with.

Cheesy Potato Pancakes Two 20 oz packages of refrigerated shredded potatoes. Thaw if bought frozen 2 small sweet onions, finely chopped

2 eggs 1 ½ cups flour 2 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper 2 cups shredded cheddar 2/3 cup thinly sliced scallions 2 cups vegetable oil In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, onion, and eggs and mix well.

Add flour, salt, pepper, cheese and scallions and mix until well combined.

In a large skillet, add half the oil over medium heat. I measure the mix in ½ cup amounts and form into pancakes.

Place them into the oil very carefully, and cook for 3-4 minutes in batches on each side, or until golden brown on each side. Let them drain on paper towel lined dishes. Add more oil as needed

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December, 2020 | ALONG ROUTE 16 | Page 9 • Christmas Sides Continued from page 8 as you are cooking these. Once all cooked, place them a pre-heated 250to 275-degree oven for 7-10 minutes or so to make sure they are warm when served. These are great as is, or my two favorite condiments for these are sour cream or Sriracha sauce, or a combo.

(My nieces and nephews like these with applesauce, so go figure!)

While we are talking spuds, let’s throw another one into the ring that is not a usual choice, but if you like sweet potatoes, I don’t see any way you won’t love these. This recipe is for a roasted cubed sweet potato dish with some great additions, in particular bacon and balsamic vinegar. It’s got veggies and some spices as well for a great potpourri of flavors. This will give you 8-12 portions and taste great as leftovers, especially as a funky addition to a great breakfast.

Roasted Balsamic Sweet Potatoes 6 medium sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes 1 ½ tsp olive oil ½ tsp salt ½ tsp black pepper 1 lb of bacon, chopped 4 ribs of celery, chopped 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup beef stock 2/3 cup balsamic vinegar 4 tsp paprika ¾ tsp ground cumin 6 scallions, chopped Minced fresh parsley for garnish Put the sweet potatoes in a stainlessstyle type bowl with the oil and salt and pepper and toss so the taters are well coated in oil and seasoned throughout.

Put them on a 15 x 9 pan, sprayed with pan release, and spread out to make sure they are all single layered. Bake

for about 25 minutes or so or until they are barely tender. While the potatoes are baking, cook the chopped bacon over a medium low heat in a large skillet until crisp. Set the bacon pieces on a dish covered with paper towels.

Drain all but 4 tsp of the grease from the pan. Throw the celery and onion into the pan, over a medium heat and cook until tender, 6-8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook while stirring for another minute. Add the beef stock and balsamic vinegar and stir and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, another 5-8 minutes. Add the paprika and cumin and cook for another minute, stirring well. While reducing, pop the spuds back in the oven for 4-5 minutes. Once out of the oven, dump the taters into a large bowl, pour in the balsamic mixture and add the bacon.

Toss well. Transfer to a serving platter and top with the scallions and parsley and serve right away.

When it comes to vegetables, especially ones rarely used at home but often used in the restaurant world on special occasions, parsnips are a classic example. I find parsnips absolutely delicious and very user friendly when it comes to doing some upscale cooking, and they are easy to work with. To those not familiar with them, they are close to a carrot, definitely in shape and size, and somewhat in flavor. They are usually sweet and I find them pretty darn good. I have two parsnip recipes for you, both outstanding. The first one will take an hour or so and give you 8-10 servings.

Whiskey and Maple Glazed Roast Parsnips 4 ½ lbs parsnips, peeled and halved lengthwise ¼ cup vegetable oil ½ tsp each of salt and pepper ¾ cup of whiskey ¾ cup maple syrup

2 tbsp apple cider vinegar Heat the oven to 400 degrees. In a bowl, toss the parsnips with the oil, salt and pepper: cook 40 minutes on roasting pan, turning half way through.

They should be caramelized and cooked through. Meanwhile, put the whiskey and maple syrup in a small pan on a medium heat and reduce it to a syrupy consistency. Add the vinegar.

Pour over the parsnips and mix them well and pop back in the oven for 1015 minutes and serve. The maple and whisky blend well. This will give you 8-10 side dish portions Parmesan Crusted Parsnips 4 ½ lbs parsnips, peeled, quartered lengthwise, with woody centers removed ¼ cup peanut oil 2 tbsp corn meal ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tsp English mustard powder Heat the oven to 425 degrees. Boil a pot of water and cook the parsnips for about 6 minutes or until they are tender. Drain well. In a shallow baking pan/tray, add the oil and put in the oven for 5 minutes to warm. While doing so, mix the cornmeal, Parmesan and mustard powder and season with salt. In a bowl, while the parsnips are still hot, toss with the mixture to coat the parsnips. Carefully add the coated parsnips to the pan of oil and cook for 15 minutes. Pull the pan, turn the parsnips over and cook for another 10-12 minutes until golden brown and crisp. You’re going to love this dish!

Since it’s the holiday season, let’s throw one more recipe into the equation for good measure. Maple, as

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Cinnamon Maple Roasted Vegetables ¼ cup vegetable oil ½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp salt ½ tsp fresh grind black pepper 1 ½ lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into ½ inch cubes 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half ½ cup walnuts ½ cup dried cranberries, as in craisins ¼ cup pure NH maple syrup In a large bowl, combine the oil, cinnamon, salt and pepper and mix well. Add the squash and sprouts to the bowl and toss until they are well and evenly coated. Spray a baking sheet with pan spray and dump the mixture onto the pan. Spread evenly so it is all in a single layer. In a preheated 400-degree oven, bake for a ½ hour or until the veggies are tender. Place on a serving platter and top with the walnuts and dried cranberries and drizzle with the maple syrup and serve right away.

Please have a great holiday season, a tremendous New Year, and may you and yours stay healthy, and remember to always keep your taste buds happy.

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A Special Holiday Concert from Wolfeboro Friends of Music The Wolfeboro Friends of Music (WFOM) continues virtual presentations for Wolfeboro and the Lakes Region with its third presentation. On Saturday, December 12 at 7:30 pm, WFOM will offer the Sea Reeds Quartet. The quartet is a gathering of virtuoso regional professionals that you may have met in a number of other guises.

Although December holidays are typically filled with family gatherings, parties, religious celebrations, concerts, and looking forward to a new year, Christmas 2020 is certain to be

different. To offset that and add holiday cheer, the Sea Reeds Quartet will take you on a musical and visual journey celebrating the holiday music we all enjoy.

The Sea Reeds Quartet uses a variety of woodwind instruments to present a varied bounty of musical settings accompanied by changing visual backgrounds and verbal explanations of the repertoire. The repertoire will celebrate Christmas, Three Kings Day, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, and New Year’s with works by Tchaikovsky, Britten,

Vaughn Williams, Anderson, and others in a variety of styles and settings.

Simply email info@wfriendsofmusic.org. to request the link to the special YouTube channel. The link will be released the afternoon prior to concert time and sent to your email address.

Access to this WFOM virtual concert is free of charge. The concert will be recorded and available to all requestors for one week after the performance date.

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and donors to sustain itself. This year WFOM has granted our last year’s advertisers and sponsors a full additional year’s credit at no additional cost to them. Their advertisements and webpages are to be found linked on our website. In the absence of any paid sponsors or advertisers, WFOM would be appreciative if any music lover/supporter would consider making a donation at www.wfriendsofmusic.org or mailing a donation to WFOM, PO Box 2056, Wolfeboro, NH 03894.

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Celebrate the New Year with a NH State Parks First Day Hike New Hampshire State Parks invites the public to celebrate the New Year with a self-guided virtual hike. This year’s First Day Hikes will run from December 26 through New Year’s Day 2021 at all state parks across New Hampshire. The goal of this year’s hikes is to provide individuals and families the opportunity to safely welcome in 2021 in the outdoors while maintaining social distancing practices.

This is the tenth year New Hampshire has participated in the First Day Hikes program. The program is part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to get outdoors.

Since NH Park’s 2021 First Day Hikes will be virtual self-guided outings, hikers can choose to explore any of the state historic sites, parks, or recreational rail trails at their own pace.

Visit the State Park’s pet-friendly webpage at www.nhstateparks.org/ planning/pet-friendly-state-parks, if you plan to bring your four-footed friends.

Hikers must register to be entered for a chance to win a family season pass for the 2021 season and other prizes. A winner will be selected randomly and announced the first week of January.

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Moose Mountains Regional Greenways Conserves Land in Milton Moose Mountains Regional Greenways has announced the permanent protection of 79 acres of prime conservation land in the town of Milton. The Casey Road property boasts over 1.5 miles of trails winding through thick oak and pine forests, making the area an excellent community resource while aiding the preservation of Milton’s rural character and beauty. The property also provides critical wildlife habitat and protects Lyman Brook, part of the Salmon Falls watershed, from runoff and other pollution.

Milton residents have enthusiastically supported the conservation of the Casey Road property. In a town vote on the preservation of the property, an overwhelming 70% of voters were in favor. Many local businesses have also supported the project financially, including the Carl Siemon Family Charitable Trust, Index Packaging, Inc, Mc Ford Custom Building LLC, McKenzie’s Farm, Milton Mills Small Engine Repair, the Milton Veterinary Clinic, and The Music Mill.

“Milton has always been pro-conservation. Residents understand that conversation projects are in our community’s best interest and provide recreational opportunities, safeguard wildlife habitat, and protect the Salmon Falls watershed,” said Cynthia Wyatt, chair of the Milton Conservation Commission.

The conservation of Casey Road has been a collaborative process between MMRG, the Milton Board of Selectmen, and the Milton Conservation Commission. The Casey Road Land Protection Committee, a sub-committee of the Conservation Commission, was appointed by the Board of Selectmen to become an advisory committee on the project. The committee co-hosted regular events at Casey Road with MMRG, and provided vital outreach to

Waking on the trails; Photo by Kelly Colby businesses to garner support. The Conservation Commission also pledged $20,000 to support a continuing fund for Casey Road, and town residents voted to spend an additional $5,000 from the budget towards conserving the land. While the town of Milton owns the property, MMRG will hold a conservation easement on the land and is responsible for its ongoing stewardship. This collaborative arrangement ensures the land remains pristine and thoughtfully managed in perpetuity.

“The Casey Road Project is an amazing example of what is possible when land conservation organizations, local municipalities, residents and community groups all work together,” said MMRG’s Executive Director Jillian Eldredge. “This project saw input and support from such a wide swath of these entities and they can all feel a sense of

pride and ownership in the result. We hope that the community will use, enjoy and feel connected to this special property long into the future.”

The newly conserved property offers a number of low-impact recreational opportunities. Casey Road is an ideal destination to enjoy safe walks or bike rides, with easygoing trails headed down to Lyman Brook and several historic stone walls crisscrossing the property. Many trails have informational kiosks, benches, and footbridges installed as part of Boy Scout projects.

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Remembering North Country Ski Slopes

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper They were everywhere in New Hampshire, once upon a time. All you needed were some skis and your equipment certainly did not need to be fancy.

You needed poles as well and a good attitude and some grit to get yourself up and down a mountain; if you were lucky, there was some sort of rope tow to aid the process of reaching the top of the hill, so you could, for a few minutes, delight in the ride down on your skis.

Anyone of a certain age who has enjoyed skiing can relate to this description. Long before New Hampshire was blessed with large ski resorts, snow and ski lovers were finding ways to take to the mountains for skiing. It was much different back then, with rough trails and make-do tows and equipment, but the same passion for the sport was alive then as it is now.

The following are but a few of the many early ski areas in the White Mountains; information is courtesy New England Lost Ski Area Project.

From the 1930s to 1960s, the Intervale Ski Slope was popular in the North Conway area. The slope was served by a J-bar, installed by Fred Pabst. Later, the bar was removed and in 1947, ownership changed. A rope tow replaced the J-bar. However, the rope tow was not very popular and later, an 1,800 ft. long and 400 ft. vertical pomalift was installed. The installation was a wise decision and 700 skiers could be carried per hour; it is said up to 5,000 skiers visited the area each year. With

by 1940, floodlights were installed for night skiing.

Times change, however, and in the 1950s, Interstate 93 took some of the land used for the ski slope. Popularity of the ski area dwindled, and it closed for a time to reopen a few years following. The town of Littleton bought the land in 1960.

Years passed until 2002 when local businessman Herb Lahout looked into reopening the ski area. Other local businesspeople liked the idea, as well as local volunteers; a non-profit group called Mt. Eustis Ski Hill started in 2013. Fundraising ensued with a goal of getting the rope tow going again.

Also, lights would be added for night skiing, a warming hut would offer skiers a place to warm up on cold days, and trail cutting would commence. After rehabbing the area, Mt. Eustis had a grand opening in February of 2015.

Mt. Whittier Ski Area in Ossipee was a busy place in the past, and if you were headed to the White Mountains, you likely passed this ski area and maybe even skied there. Situated on Nickerson Mountain in Ossipee, the ski area was operating in the 1940s. By the late 1940s, three rope tows were in operation on the mountain. According to www.nelsap.org, the ski area was a bit unique, because it never operated any chair lifts, depending instead of T-bars and a well-remembered gondola to get skiers up the mountain.

By the 1960s, expansion came in the form of some new slopes at Whittier.

If you skied Mount Whittier or drove by, you may recall a four-passenger Mueller gondola that crossed Route 16 to pick up passengers at a mid-station (www.nelsap.org information). It can

larger, more popular ski areas springing up, the Intervale slope closed in the 1970s.

A popular ski spot in the area was Russell’s Slope, operated by Russell’s Inn. When one thinks of the early ski areas, of course we think of skiers hiking up a mountain for the glorious run down. Russell’s Slope operated this way at first. Skiers who liked the area dealt with this during the 1930s, but in the late 1940s, a rope tow was installed. It is said the tow was powered by a Model A Ford. The area operated until the 1950s.

Locals liked the South Conway ski slope/area called Dundee. Built in the 1960s, the area operated until the 1970s, with a T-bar and a modest rope tow.

Before the late 1940s, the Oak Lee Ski Lodge in Jackson operated a 300ft. rope tow at the close of World War II until around 1950. The lodge was a fun place, and many enjoyed staying there as well as skiing. A ski school was available as well to those who wanted to hone their skills.

A ski area with a long history is once again in operation in the Littleton, NH area. Mount Eustis started operating around 1930. Land was cleared by the Littleton Outing Club, with a novice to intermediate run. A 1,600-ft. rope tow was added in the late 1930s and the area was off and running and quite popular.

The ski slope was on land owned by a local resident, Wilson Lewis. He operated the tow with a local grocer, E. Edward Magoon. We can assume the area was popular and well used, because

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be assumed the gondola passing over the highway was eye catching and unique in NH at the time.

The gondola offered the ski area something to attract summer visitors as well, with rides up the mountain in the warm weather months. While there were challenges for skiers, such as the lack of chair lifts and lengthy wait times for the gondola rides, it is said the ski area’s summit café had incredible views.

Mt. Whittier closed in 1985, the victim of poor snow winters. Memories of Mount Whittier by those who skied there are many, from socializing in the ski lodge to the thrill of riding the gondola.

Another former ski area as one headed to the White Mountains was Page Hill in Tamworth. According to ww.nelsap.org, the slope may have started as an alpine ski area around 1929. When it started there was no lift, but soon an 800-ft. long Model A powered rope tow was installed. In the early days, the Tamworth Outing Club skied at the hill.

The Page Hill slope was popular and well used by local skiers. The ski slope hosted elementary and high school slalom races, along with college slalom competitions.

Like many of the smaller ski areas, Page Hill had to compete with bigger ski areas that sprang up. Page Hill made a valiant effort to compete: New trails were cut, and the area even offered night skiing with locals using flares and torches to light up the slopes, which must have been quite a beautiful sight. Unfortunately, rising costs and competition saw Page Hill eventually close.

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