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2023 Mud Bowl September 8, 9, &

By Lee Caldwell

Photos courtesy of Lisa Dufault and North Country Muddy Crocs

The 2023 Championship of Mud Football, known as the Mud Bowl, is sponsored by Amoskeag Beverages/ Miller Lite of North Conway and will be held September 8, 9, and 10 in the Hog Coliseum at the North Conway Community Center. This year’s theme is “Children’s Muddy Songs.”

The annual Tournament of Mud Parade is Saturday morning, Sept. 9, on Main Street in North Conway. The parade starts on Pine Street at 9:30 a.m. and ends at Norcross Circle. In addition to floats from the participating Mud Bowl teams, open division floats may enter for the chance to win prize money to be donated to a non-profit of their choice. For more details, event programs will be available mid-August at the North Conway Community Center and at several area business.

Dating from 1976, the Mud Bowl’s goal, “then and now, is to present an entertaining off-beat event while at the same time raising funds for local charitable organizations,” according to the committee. The event is organized by the North Conway Community Center, the Vaughan Learning Center, and Carroll County Retired Senior Volunteer Program with the help of team captains of the three North Conway-based teams and other community volunteers.

A veteran mud-bowl participant, Jason Veno, is not only the quarterback and founder of the 2022 champions, the North Country Mud Crocs, but he

is also on the Mud Bowl committee, and he is the area manager of the Mud Bowl sponsor Amoskeag Beverages/ Miller Lite.

Jason explains that the Mud Bowl is two-hand touch football in knee-deep mud with specific rules of play. There are 12 mud football teams throughout New England. Players range in age from 21 to 60. He adds, “There are usually 15 to 20 team members that are rotated. Seven starters on the field. The team also usually includes a team mascot, cheerleaders, and a team photographer.

“We wear uniforms similar to a cyclist. Some players tape their feet with duct tape. Some wear water shoes. When it is cold, it is cold in the mud.”

Jason enjoys the entertainment aspect of the Mud Bowl and the Tourna-

at Hog Coliseum

aneers; Rowley Mud Ducks; the Muddas; North Country Mud Things; and Mud Heroes.

Additional fun in the mud includes performances by Cheer Teams, a football toss with a $50 prize and a ladies’ game.

The Vaughn Learning Center will offer face painting so spectators can show support for their teams.

Spectators are encouraged to bring a blanket for hill-sitting to watch the game or an outdoor folding chair.

The North Conway Community Center food tent will have food and drink for the hungry. The Beer Garden will have cold beverages for adults.

ment of Mud Parade. “We are doing a float skit of The Trolls this year and we do funny skits in the mud at half-time. We also have fun tossing plastic footballs to the spectators.”

When asked to describe the phenomena that is Mud Bowl, he stated, “It is awesome crazy stuff. It is serious competitive football where you get to act like a kid and raise money for charity.” He goes on to say, “It raises close to $30,000 a year. The event is doing well. The support is great. It is unreal. Just to hear about it doesn’t do it justice. You have to come and see it.”

Veteran Teams for 2023 include: North Conway Hawgs; North Country Mud Crocs; Carrabassett Valley Rats; Mud Gumbys; North Shore Mud Sharks; New Hampshire Mudcats; Jack’s Predators; Rhode Island Muck-

T-shirts (including a new themed t-shirt with all the team logos), sweatshirts and beanies will be available for purchase.

The twelve Mud Bowl teams will play a 20-game double elimination seeded tournament. There have been a few changes to the rules this year. A team captain meeting, held early in the year, drew matchups for the Friday game.

Schedule is as follows:

Friday, September 8

Game 1 10:00 Things vs Hawgs

Game 2 11:00 Heroes vs Sharks

Game 3 12:00 Cats vs Ducks

Game 4 1:00 Rats vs Gumbys

Game 5 2:00 Muckaneers vs Predators

Game 6 3:00 Crocs vs Muddas • Mud Bowl

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Game 4

Game 11 4:00 Winner Game 1 vs

Winner Game 2

Three Day Ticket Raffle Draw and Ball Toss

Game 12. 5:00 Loser Game 1 vs

Loser Game 2

Sunday, September 10

Game 13 8:00 Number 8 seed vs

Number 9 seed

Game 14 9:00 Number 4 seed vs Number 5 seed

Game 15 10:00 Number 3 seed vs Number 6 seed

Game 16 11:00 Number 1 seed vs

Winner Game 13

Game 17 Noon Number 2 seed vs Number 7 seed

Game 18 1:00 Winner Game 14 vs

Winner Game 16

Game 19 2:00 Winner Game 15 vs Winner Game 17

Three day ticket and 50/50 raffle

drawing

Game 20 Championship Game 3:15

Winner Game 18 vs Winner Game 19

Monica Belkin, Mud Bowl Secretary and Treasurer, states that money raised will be donated to the North Conway Community Center, Vaughn Learning Center, and Carroll County Retired Senior Volunteer Program, as well as other non-profits in the Mount Washington Valley. The three-day, $25 ticket ensures entrance into the games Friday, Saturday, and Sunday and doubles as a raffle ticket for a $500 prize on Saturday and Sunday. Day tickets for adults are $10. Day tickets for children are $5 for ages 6-13. For more information, call the North Conway Community Center at 603-356-2096 or go on Mud-Bowl.org on Facebook. Volunteers are needed and appreciated.

Geology Hike with Rick Allmendinger

If we could slow down to geological time, we would feel the earth rising and falling beneath our feet in a perpetual churn of motion. Alas, our lives are too brief. We can, however, learn to read the landscape to understand the movement that came before our time.

On Saturday, August 19, from 9 AM-12 PM, join Chocorua Lake Conservancy for an exploration of the local glacial and bedrock geology of the Clark Reserve in Chocorua with geologist Rick Allmendinger. The hike will offer an opportunity to see eskers, glacial meltwater channels, and kame terraces, as well as two types of granite with different ages. We will also see the Splitting Stone and learn why the rock-working methods of 100 years ago are still the ones used today. The hike will start and end at the southern end of the Old Mail Road on Chocorua Lake/Fowlers Mill Road and will cover about 2.4 miles and ~300 ft of elevation change.

The 277-acre Clark Reserve is bounded by the White Mountain National Forest to the north and The Nature Conservancy’s Bolles Reserve to the east. A mix of forest types and varied terrain make for good exploring. Small vernal pools and wooded wetlands occur along with snaking eskers and rocky slopes.

Wear sturdy shoes; hiking shoes/ boots or sneakers should be fine, but flip flops might be a challenge on a couple of short steep stretches up and down Bickford Heights. Bring water and a snack, and be prepared for bugs

or ticks. Kids old enough to hike the stated distance over sometimes steep, rocky terrain are welcome with a caregiver.

Please register in advance at bit.ly/ CLC-081923 or via www.chocorualake.org/events so that we can let you know of any changes in the schedule. Rain date will be Sunday, August 20.

Presenter:

Rick Allmendinger is Professor Emeritus of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell University. He is by training a structural geologist and has spent most of his career working in the Andes and the western United States. Nonetheless, he is a New Hampshire native by birth and his family have owned property in the basin for nearly 100 years. His first professional geology job was mapping glacial deposits and bedrock units in northeastern Massachusetts for the USGS under the direction of Gene Boudette, who later became State Geologist of New Hampshire. At Cornell, he taught courses in structural geology, regional geology, and energy and climate change.

More chances to explore the Chocorua Lake Basin coming up

This event is one in a series of Chocorua Lake Conservancy programs held throughout the year to encourage people of all ages to enjoy Chocorua Lake and the trails and woods that surround it, and to learn more about the natural world we inhabit. Visit www. chocorualake.org for information, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram

Middleton’s 157th Old Home Day August 23rd

Old Home Days . . . a tradition that started with New Hampshire’s governor, Frank Rollins, in 1889, is an event that is celebrated this year as Middleton’s 157th gathering. Rollins was reacting to the loss of residents as people were lured westward or industrial jobs in the city. In 1887, he wrote for the New England Magazine, asking the sons and daughters of New Hampshire to come back to the homes they remembered. He asked if they heard the whispering call of memories saying, ‘come home, come home.’ Inaugurating Old Home Day, he was hopeful that the rural charms of home would convince them to stay. The first year, 44 towns held Old Home Day events, and after the two World Wars, the day also became a way to honor those who served.

This year Middleton’s 157th Old Home Day will be held in the historic Old Town Hall, built in 1795-1796. Moved to its location on Kings Highway in 1812, it was installed as the second story of another meeting house. It is now an excellent example of meetinghouse architecture. Beautifully crafted, box pews are hand-numbered, and the walls are adorned with murals painted by John Avery in 1841. With the addition of a second staircase, the upstairs can now be viewed and admired by visitors. The first floor became a banquet hall where it is expected that many people will gather for this year’s Old Home Day. Much of the food to be served will be prepared in an addition to the back of the building, which was once the Corner School, moved to the location and added to the building in 1950. The first town get-togethers are believed to have begun in 1866, 23 years before the official state sanction of the day. The first organizers called themselves the Sons and Daughters of Middleton, later be-

coming the Old Home Reunion, and lastly and currently, the Old Home Day Association. Diligent attention to history has resulted in a collection of information and 2 large photo albums of pictures and stories will be available for viewing on Wednesday.

Over the years, the Old Town Hall suffered the pains of aging as all buildings do. Realizing the importance of this historic building, two citizens took action. Cheryl Kimball and John Mullen galvanized the town, enlisted the support of the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance, and brought about the repairs and restorations necessary to see that it survives for many years to come. An assessment done by Preservation Timber Framing was funded in part by a grant from the Preservation Alliance. The residents of Middleton can be understandably proud, knowing that official notification states that the building is eligible for listing on the State Register of Historic Places. It has even been showcased by Fritz Weatherbee on New Hampshire Chronicles.

In true keeping with the community importance of the Town Hall and Old Home Day, as has been every

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year from its conception, most of the food served will be homemade—from scratch! Residents donate their time, talents and all the necessary ingredients. Baked beans, long-cooked and full of flavor are a hallmark of the feast. Hot dogs, cole slaw, potato and macaroni salads, brown bread, pies, cakes and cookies—and of course, whoopie pies—are all on the menu. It’s an AllYou-Can-Eat meal and the prices are as old fashioned as the traditions; adults $7, ages 5 to 13 $3 and 4 and under eat free. Lunch service begins at 11:30 and diners have 2 hours (until 1:30) to devour every last morsel. In the unlikely event there are leftovers, takeout containers will be provided.

Weather permitting, diners will be

greeted by a flag flying from 2 utility poles. The poles soar about 50 feet in the air and are needed because the flag is 24 feet by 48 feet. It was purchased sometime between 1907 and 1912, evidenced by having only 46 stars, before Arizona, New Mexico, Alaska, and Hawaii were added to the union. There are lots of reasons why you should attend the event . . . the food, the friends and family, the traditions, a chance to marvel at the history displayed in the buildings and photo albums, and the flag, symbols of all that is good and enduring in the United States. You don’t have to live in Middleton to appreciate all these things and we’ll look for you at 200 Kings Highway.

Route 16 Along

Through Aug. 27, Fun Home, M&D at Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse, 2760 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 603-733-5275, www.mdplayhouse.com

Through Aug. 27, SpongeBob Musical, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

Aug. 18, All Together Now – Fitness Foundations, 4 - 4:45 p.m., for grades 7 and 8, meets every Friday until Aug. 25 in Library Park, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 603-447-5552.

Aug. 18, Conservation Campfires, 6 -7 p.m., Artist Falls Lodge, Cranmore, in partnership with Tin Mt. Conservation Center, info. about nocturnal animals, Skimobile Rd., N. Conway, 1-800-SUN-N-SKI, www.cranmore.com.

Aug. 18, Echoes of Floyd, Sunset Concert Series, 7:30 p.m., Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, 41 Observatory Way, Intervale, tickets/info.: www.believeinbooks.org. or call 603-356-9980.

Aug. 18, Friday Night Market at Hobbs Tap Room, 5 - 8 p.m., farm produce, rotating food trucks, live music, weekly pop-up events, 765 NH Rt. 16, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer.com. Weekly through Labor Day.

Aug. 18, Main Street with Steve Kelly, a Bob Seger tribute concert, 7:30 - 9 p.m., Medallion Opera House, 20 Park St., Gorham, 603-466-3322.

Aug. 18 & 19, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-4765900.

Aug. 18-20, An Iliad, 5:30 p.m., Advice To The Players, Quimby Park, 8 Maple St., Sandwich, www.advicetotheplayers.org

Aug. 19, Annual Cruise In to the Wright, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., antique cars, hot rods, BBQ, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info/tickets: 603-569-1212.

Aug. 19, Classic Albums Live Performs CCR Chronicle Vol. 1, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Castle in the Clouds/Concerts in the Clouds, Moultonborough, Great Waters Music Festival, tickets/ www.greatwaters.org

Aug. 19, David and Jacob Bernz Concert, 7:30 – 9 p.m., World Fellowship Center, 368 Drake Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-2280, www.worldfellowship.org.

Aug. 19, End Hunger Summer Cornhole Tournament, 1 p.m., Hobbs Brewing Company, 765 White Mt. Highway, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer.com, 603539-3795.

Aug. 19, Hikers Club: Scenic Road, 8 - 10:30 a.m., free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org

Aug. 19, How War in Ukraine Can End: Taking Proxy War to the Negotiating Table, 10 a.m. - noon, World Fellowship Center, 368 Drake Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-2280, www.worldfellowship.org.

Aug. 19, Party in the Park, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Constitution Park, Ossipee, craft fair, food trucks, touch a truck, disc golf, pickleball, guided walks, www.fcpossipee.org.

Aug. 19, Serene Green Concert at AMC Highland Center, 7 – 9 p.m., U.S. Rt. 302, Bretton Woods, 603-466-2727, www.outdoors.org

Aug. 19, Tapestry Needle Felt with Neysa Russo, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, 603-284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/

Aug. 19, Truck & Tractor Day, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org

Aug. 19, Yoga in the Yard, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., $5.00 suggested donation, Library Park, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 603-4475222, www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

Aug. 19 & 20, Mt. Washington Valley August Craft Fair, Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., , Sun. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle, downtown N. Conway, live music, food, artisans, Joyce’s Craft Shows, 603-387-1510.

Aug. 20, Car Show, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Gorham Common, 69 Main St., Gorham, live music by Still Kickin’, food vendors, raffles and more, 603-466-2101, www.gorhamnh.org.

Aug. 20, Habitat for Humanity Cornhole Tournament, Hobbs Brewing Company, 5 p.m., 765 White Mt. Highway, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer.com, 603-539-3795.

Aug. 20, Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience, 7 p.m., Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

Aug. 20, Twin Mountain Weekend Walk, 2 - 3:30 p.m., walk the trails, tours of the Learning Center, re-register: Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

What’s UP

Aug. 21, Open Minds Through Art, 1:30 - 12:30 p.m., 6 wk. program for those with memory loss, meets on Mondays at Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, pre-register a loved one: 207-661-7556.

Aug. 22, Backyard Astronomy Throughout the Year, 7 - 8 p.m., Whitney Community Center, Jackson, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

Aug. 22, Guided Hikes: Brook Walk, 10 - 11:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-4765900.

Aug. 22, Late Summer Wildflower: Pondicherry Field Exploration, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., walk the refuge, see fall birds and more, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

Aug. 22, Tiny Tot Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., for babies and toddlers with a caregiver, join Tessa for stories, songs, and fun, free, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 603-447-5552.

Aug. 23, Free Admission Day, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., free admission for all on this day, NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

Aug. 23, The Winter Road More Traveled, 8:30 – 11 a.m., start early to prepare for winter roads/driving, Green Mountain Conservation Group, 236 Huntress Bridge Rd., Effingham, info: www.gmcg.org

Aug. 24, Empire Trio, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro, presented by Great Waters Music Festival, tickets/info: www.greatwaters.org

Aug. 24, Kevin Dolan and Simon Crawford concert, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, 32 Main St., Conway, www.mountaintopmusic.org., 603-447-4737.

Aug. 24, Land, People & Property, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register required: 603-476-5900, www. castleintheclouds.org

Aug. 24-Sept. 3, Baskerville A Sherlock Holmes Mystery, Barnstormers, summer theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org

Aug. 25, All Together Now – Fitness Foundations, 4 - 4:45 p.m., for grades 7 and 8, Library Park, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 603-447-5552.

Aug. 25, Axe Throwing with See What Sticks at Hobbs Tap Room, Hobbs Brewing Company, 4 p.m., 765 White Mt. Highway, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer. com, 603-539-3795.

Aug. 25, Conservation Campfires, 6 - 7 p.m., Artist Falls Lodge, Cranmore, in partnership with Tin Mt. Conservation Center, info about nocturnal animals, Skimobile Rd., N. Conway, 1-800-SUN-N-SKI, www.cranmore.com.

Aug. 25, Friday Night Market at Hobbs Tap Room, 5 – 8 p.m., farm produce, rotating food trucks, live music, weekly pop-up events, 765 NH Rt. 16, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer.com. Weekly through Labor Day.

Aug. 25, Moose Festival, 7 p.m., 104 Main St., Colebrook, North Country Chamber of Commerce, 603-237-8939.

Aug. 25, 90 Miles Away, Hobbs Tap Room, 5 p.m., 765 White Mt. Highway, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer.com, 603-539-3795.

Aug. 25, Summer Astronomy Field Program, 8 – 9:30 p.m., program with Tin Mt. naturalist Matt Maloney, explore the night sky, pre-register: Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

Aug. 25, The American Rogues, Sunset Concert Series, 7:30 p.m., Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, 41 Observatory Way, Intervale, tickets/info.: www.believeinbooks.org. or call 603-356-9980.

Aug. 25-27, An Iliad, 5:30 p.m., Advice To The Players, Quimby Park, 8 Maple St., Sandwich, www.advicetotheplayers.org

Aug. 25-27, Summer Street Fair, 10 a.m., all over Wolfeboro, music, food, fun, www.wolfeborochamber.com

Aug. 26, Ball in the House Outdoor Concert, 7 - 9 p.m., free, Cate Park, Wolfeboro, 603-569-2200.

Aug. 26, Migratory Birding with Matt Tarr, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m., Great Meadow, Sodom Rd., Tuftonboro, by Moose Mt. Regional Greenways, www.mmrgnh. org., 603-473-2020.

Aug. 26, Twin Mt. Weekend Walk, 10 - 11:30 a.m., walk the trails, tours of the Learning Center, pre-register: Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

Aug. 27, Glen David Andrews, 7 p.m., Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

Aug. 27, Sunrise Drive and Guided Tours, 4 - 8 a.m., Mt. Washington Auto Rd., 1 Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Rt. 16, Pinkham Notch, Gorham, www. mt-washington.com, 603-466-3988.

Aug. 27, Twin Mt. Weekend Walk, 2 - 3:30 p.m., walk the trails, tours of the Learning Center, pre-register: Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

Aug. 29, The Story Behind Beantown Girls, 7 - 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info/tickets: 603-569-1212.

Aug. 29, Tiny Tot Tuesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., for babies and toddlers with a caregiver, join Tessa for stories, songs, and fun, free, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 603-447-5552.

Aug. 31, Al Shafner and Candie Tremblay concert, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, 32 Main St., Conway, www.mountaintopmusic.org., 603-447-4737.

Aug. 31, Land, People & Property, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register required: 603-476-5900, www. castleintheclouds.org

Sept. 1, AJ Worcester Trio concert, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, 32 Main St., Conway, www.mountaintopmusic.org., 603-447-4737.

Sept. 1, Castle Close-Up Tour: The Servant Experience, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 1, First Fridays Reception, 5 - 7 p.m., meet featured artist, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, 603-323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.

Sept. 1, Four Sticks, Sunset Concert Series, 7:30 p.m., Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, 41 Observatory Way, Intervale, tickets/ info.: www.believeinbooks.org. or call 603-356-9980.

Sept. 1, Friday Night Market at Hobbs Tap Room, 5 – 8 p.m., farm produce, rotating food trucks, live music, weekly pop-up events, 765 NH Rt. 16, Ossipee, www.hobbsbeer.com. Weekly through Labor Day.

Sept. 1 & 2, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, registration: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 2, Carolyn Ramsay Band Outdoor Concert, 7 - 9 p.m., free, Cate Park, Wolfeboro, 603-569-2200.

Sept. 2, Food For All Farm to Bowl Fundraiser, by Mt. Washington Valley Eaters and Growers, 9 a.m. – noon, Tamworth Farmers Market, outside Unitarian Universalist, Tamworth, www.mwveg.com

Sept. 2, Hikers Club: Faraway Mountain, 9 - 11 a.m., free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 2, Maha Yoga Festival, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., Rotary Arts Pavilion, 28/34 Henry Law Ave., Dover, www.mahayogahala.com/festival

Sept. 2, The Executioner’s Sons, 7:30-9:30 p.m., Advice To The Players, Sandwich, info/show location: www.advicetotheplayers.org, 603-996-3912.

Sept. 3, Alana MacDonald, 7 p.m., Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

Sept. 3, Intro to Jumping, 9:30 a.m., join certified coach and learn to get your wheels off the ground, Cranmore, Skimobile Rd., N. Conway, 1-800-SUN-NSKI, www.cranmore.com.

Sept. 3, Jackson Fireworks, 9 p.m., Jackson Village Park, Jackson, www.jacksonnh.com, 603-383-9356.

Sept. 4, Labor Day Fun Run, 9 a.m. race start, proceeds go to Believe in Books Literacy Foundation, race held at Story Land, 850 NH Rt. 16, Glen, pre-registration encouraged: erin@believeinbooks.org

Sept. 4, Putting Human Face on the Textile Industry, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-4765900.

Sept. 7, Land, People & Property, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

Sept. 8, Full Moon Fever: One Night of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-3351992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

Sept. 8, Guided Hikes: Oak Ridge, 10 a.m. - noon, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 8, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

What’s UP

Sept. 8, Mud Bowl, 8 a.m., N. Conway Community Center, 78 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, 603-356-2096.

Sept. 8, Sonny Barbato concert, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, 32 Main St., Conway, www.mountaintopmusic.org., 603-447-4737.

Sept. 9, Fall Mountaintop Family Stargazing, 7 - 9:30 p.m., Teneriffe Mountain, Milton by Moose Mt. Regional Greenways, www.mmrgnh.org., pre-register, space limited to 25 people, 603-473-2020.

Sept. 9, Hikers Club: Bald Knob via Cutoff, 9 a.m. - noon, free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 9, Son of a Gun: Guns & Roses Tribute, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse. com.

Sept. 10, Miriam featuring Amy Fairchild and Carla Ryder, 7 p.m., Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www. thefarmstand.net.

Sept. 12-14, Watercolor Plein Air 3-Day Workshop, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., with J.P. Goodwin, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www. chocoruaartworks.com, info/register: 603-323-8041.

Sept. 13, Afternoon Cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee, noon, regatta, NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

Sept. 14, Al Shafner and Ray Ryan concert, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, 32 Main St., Conway, www.mountaintopmusic.org., 603-447-4737.

Sept. 14, Castle After Hours, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900. Also on Sept. 28.

Sept. 14, Land, People & Property, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mt. Rd., Moultonborough, pre-register: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org

Sept. 15, Laurie and Ken Turley with Michael Murphy concert, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, 32 Main St., Conway, www.mountaintopmusic.org., 603-447-4737.

Sept. 15, Vintage Race Boat Regatta, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wolfeboro Town Docks, NH Boat Museum, 6034-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

Sept. 15 & 16, Lucknow Garden Tour, 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 16, Hikers Club: Settlement Loop, 9 - 10:30 a.m., free, Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, reservations required: www.castleintheclouds.org, 603-476-5900.

Sept. 16, Jen’s Friends Climb Against Cancer, Cranmore, Skimobile Rd., N. Conway, 1-800-SUN-N-SKI, https://www.jensfriends.org/climb-against-cancer.

ONGOING

Adult Oil Painting, Mondays from 9 a.m. - noon, no experience necessary, dropin group, Ossipee Town Hall, Ossipee, info: Pat Jones: pjonesossipee3@gmail. com.

ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts/CCAC, art, shows, workshops and events, open year-round with seasonal hours, 604-323-8041, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com

Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, Intervale, programs for children, 603-356-9980, www.believeinbooks.org,.

Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for hiking, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 603-284-6428, www.champansanctuaryvisnywoods.com.

Conway Historical Society, historical info., 603-447-5551, www.conwayhistoricalsociety.org.

Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Avenue, Conway, many learning experiences, 603-447-5552, www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

Conway Scenic Railroad, various train rides to White Mt. areas, reservations: 630-356-5251, station located at 38 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, www.conwayscenic.com.

Dover Farmers Market, Wednesdays until Oct. 4, 2:30 - 6 p.m., Guppey Park, 110 Portland Ave., Dover, 603-241-4400.

Freedom Gallery, artwork/exhibits by area artists, 8 Elm St., Freedom, 610-7622493.

and be inspired by

2022 Featured Exhibits

May 1 to June 22:

• Saturday Evening Post Covers

1941-1946: The Art of Mead

Schaeffer, Norman Rockwell and Friends

July 1 to October 31:

• Let Me Be Myself: The Life Story of Anne Frank

Open daily May 1 through October 31

Monday—Saturday: 10AM–4PM

The Wright Museum is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to recognizing and honoring the contributions and enduring legacy of WWII-era Americans.

NH | 603-569-1212 | www.WrightMuseum.org

What’s UP

Freedom Village Store, variety of goods from artisan items to baked goods and more, 11 Elm St., Freedom, call for info/hours: 603-539-3077, www.freedomvillagestore.org.

Friday Night Bites, 4 - 7 p.m., every Friday night until Aug. 18, food, live music, entertainment, bring lawn chair for seating, N. Conway Community Center, 78 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, 603-356-2096.

Friday Painters, 12:30 - 3 p.m., meet weekly, Mt. Washington Valley Arts Assoc., at the Gibson Center, 14 Grove St., N. Conway, ken@gibsoncenter.org

Gorham Farmers Market, weekly event on Thurs. through Oct. 5, 3 - 6 p.m., Town of Gorham Common, 69 Main St., Gorham, fresh produce, fruits, meats, baked goods, cheeses, soaps, handmade items, live music, and much more, 603466-3322.

Great Glen Trails, outdoor center/activities, Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, 603-466-3988, www.greatglentrails.com.

Jackson Historical Society, open Saturdays & Sundays, 1 - 3 p.m. or by appointment, Jackson Historical Society, 23 Black Mt. Rd., Jackson, 603-3834060, www.jacksonhistory.org.

Land, People & Property, Thursdays through Sept. 28, 10:30 a.m. - noon, walk around Castle in the Clouds grounds, learn about history of the property with guide, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, registration required: 603-476-5900, www. castleintheclouds.org.

Majestic Café, jazz, blues, and more, Fridays, 32 Main St., Conway, 603-4474737, www.mountaintopmusic.org.

Molly the Trolley, take tours/rides of Wolfeboro area aboard the fun trolley, 603-569-1080, info/schedules: www.wolfeborotrolley.com

Mount Washington Valley Farmers Market, Through Oct. 3, 4 - 7 p.m., N. Conway Community Center, 78 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, mwvfarmersmarket@gmail.com, www.mwvfarmersmarket.com

Naturalist Led Hikes, Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, space limited, registration/info.: 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org

NE Ski Museum, ski exhibits, 2628 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, www. newenglandskimuseum.org.

NH Boat Museum, boating exhibits, programs, boat building workshops, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, call for opening day/hours: 603-569-4554, www.nhbm. org

NH Farm Museum, old-time farm events, tours, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org

2022 Featured Exhibits

Outdoor Nature Based Storytime for Young Children, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

May 1 to June 22:

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, events, tours, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

• Saturday Evening Post Covers

Song and Jam Circle, community created jams and song circle, 3rd Monday of each month, Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Tamworth, free, bring your favorite instruments, Arts Council of Tamworth, 603-584-2712, www.artstamworth. org

1941-1946: The Art of Mead

Schaeffer, Norman Rockwell and Friends

Tamworth Farmer’s Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m. - noon, 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, info: www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org

Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, contact for open hours: www.tamworthhistorycenter.org

July 1 to October 31:

Thursday Night Book Group, meets fourth Thursday of every month for discussion of books; Mystery Book Group meets second Thursday of the month, White Birch Books, N. Conway, 603-356-3200, www.whitebirchbooks.com.

• Let Me Be Myself: The Life Story of Anne Frank

Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, programs, hikes, nature learning center, 603-447-6991, www.tinmountain.org

Wakefield/Brookfield Historical Society, meetings the second Tuesday of each month through October, most meetings held at Schoolhouse, 2851 Wakefield Rd., with October meeting held at Brookfield Town House, all programs on the history of Wakefield/Brookfield, everyone welcome to attend, 603-522-6713.

Wakefield Marketplace, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., produce, fruit, baked goods, flowers, handmade items and more, Rte. 16 north and Wakefield Rd., Wakefield, www. wakefieldmarketplace.org

Wolfeboro Farmers’ Market, every Thursday through Oct. 26, noon - 3:30 p.m., local farm-raised meat, vegetables, fresh fish, fruit, eggs, baked goods, flowers, maple syrup, honey and a variety of artisanal products, held at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-391-5661, wolfeborofarmersmarket@gmail. com.

Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and lectures on life on the home front during WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org

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Great Desserts for Kids and Adults

By Kelly Ross

The recipes today are frozen desserts, which make great treats, mostly for the kids, and three are geared more towards the adult crowd, but all are very multi-generational without question. Four out of the five are influenced by some of the most famous ice cream novelty bars ever, but let’s start off with the one that’s not, and definitely my favorite of the bunch today.

When it comes to the battle of brown-

ies vs blondies, the blondie wins every time in my book. Sure, I’m ok with chocolate, but it’s not on the top of my list in the world of sweetness. There are many ways to make blondies, as well as with various flavors. My Gram used vanilla and almond extracts, which I fell in love with from day one. As I had more options to blondies over the years, I had some with lemon, and then lemon combined with strawberries, and then I was wowed. These easy blondies are

moist and dense, like a soft shortbread, with plenty of little jammy pockets with thanks to a cup of diced fresh strawberries in the batter. The hint of lemon revs up the berry flavor and gives these strawberry bars a bright, tangy vibe. Prep time is about 15-20 minutes, bake time more like 30 minutes and will get you a dozen yummy squares.

Strawberry Lemon Blondies

For The Blondies

2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temp

¾ cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

½ tsp baking powder

½ tsp salt

1 cup diced fresh strawberries

For The Glaze

1 cup powdered sugar, then sifted

1 tbsp strawberry puree, you’ll need about 2 large strawberries, instructions below

1 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice, or just enough to thin the glaze to a spreadable consistency.

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. This will help you lift out the blondies for easy glazing and slicing later. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg. When the egg is fully incorporated, beat in the lemon juice. The lemon juice will probably not completely incorporate at this point, but no worries. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt, and add to the wet ingredients, mixing until no more dry flour is present. Gently fold in the diced strawberries with a rubber spatula. Spread the mixture into your pan and spread it out as evenly as possible. The dough is thick, so take

your time. Bake for 30-35 minutes, just until starting to turn golden around the edges and the center is set. A toothpick inserted in the center will be moist but not wet. Don’t over-bake these, or they will dry out. Let cool on a rack. Trim the strawberries for the glaze and puree in a small food processor. Strain the puree through a small strainer to get 1 tbsp of puree. Whisk together the sugar, puree, and lemon juice until no lumps remain. If your glaze is too thin, add a touch more sugar. If it’s too thick, add more lemon juice. Spread the glaze over the cooled blondies. Let the glaze set before slicing. If you don’t want to bother with the strawberry puree for the icing, just use lemon juice. For a couple of great variations/options, try this recipe with diced rhubarb, or a combination of strawberries and rhubarb, or how about blueberries or raspberries? You can’t lose!

Remember those strawberry shortcake ice cream bars from when you were a kid that were covered in delicious bits of strawberry crunchies? This multi-layered cake is blanketed in a homemade version of those same crumbles. The homemade strawberry crunch is made with a combination of freezedried strawberries and crushed vanilla wafer cookies, plus a little melted butter to hold it all together. It is decadent, fun, and nostalgic. This is easy in that it uses a couple of boxes of store-bought cake mix as part of the equation in this recipe. The freeze-dried strawberries are used in two ways in this recipe. Not only in the strawberry crumble, but

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they are also incorporated into part of the buttercream frosting to create a couple of layers inside the cake with strawberry flavored frosting. Prep is close to 45 minutes, bake time is right around an hour and you should have no problem getting 10-12 pieces.

Copycat Strawberry Crunch Cake

For The White Cake

1 box white cake box, 15 ¼ oz

1 cup water

1/3 cup vegetable oil

4 large egg whites

For The Strawberry Cake

1 box strawberry cake mix, 15 ¼ oz

1 cup water

1/3 cup vegetable oil

3 large eggs

For The Buttercream

8 cups powdered sugar

2 cups softened unsalted butter

2 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp milk

¼ cup crushed freeze-dried strawberries

For The Strawberry Crunch

2 cups freeze-dried strawberries

6 oz vanilla wafer cookies

3 tbsp melted butter

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Prepare the white cake layers. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, water, oil, and egg whites until moistened. Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes or by hand until ingredients are smooth. Divide the white cake batter into two 8-inch round cake pans coated with cooking spray. Bake for 26-31 minutes. The cakes are done when a

toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 15 minutes and then remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely before assembling the cake. For the strawberry cake layers, all the same. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, water, oil, and eggs until moistened. Beat at medium speed for 2 minutes or by hand until ingredients are smooth. Divide the strawberry cake batter into two 8-inch round cake pans coated with cooking spray. Bake for 26-31 minutes. The cakes are done when a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pans for 15 minutes and then remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely before assembling the cake. For the buttercream, in a large mixing bowl fitted with a wire whisk, combine 4 cups of powdered sugar, 1 cup of butter, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Beat well to combine. Add the milk 1 tsp at a time until the desired spreadable consistency is achieved. Remove 1/3 of the white buttercream frosting to a bowl. To the remaining 2/3 still in the mixing bowl, add the ¼ cup of crushed freeze-dried strawberries. Beat well to combine and set aside. In another large mixing bowl, fitted with a wire whisk, combine the remaining 4 cups of powdered sugar, 1 cup of butter, and the last tsp of vanilla extract. Beat well to combine. Add the milk, one tsp at a time, until the desired spreadable consistency is achieved.

Using a serrated knife, cut the rounded top off the cakes to make a level surface. Place one of the strawberry layers down on a cake stand or serving platter. Top with half of the pink strawberry buttercream. Stack one of the white

cake layers on top. Frost with about ¼ of the white buttercream. Place the other strawberry cake layer on top. Frost with the remaining pink strawberry buttercream. Place the last white layer on top. Frost the top and the sides of the cake with the remaining white buttercream. To make the strawberry crunch, in a large zip bag, crush freeze-dried strawberries and vanilla wafer cookies using a rolling pin until a coarse meal is reached. Dump into a bowl, add melted butter and toss until the mixture is evenly combined. Cover the cake completely with strawberry crunch, pressing the mixtures all over the sides and top. Chill until ready to serve. As fun to eat as it is delicious!

Remember Creamsicles, those orange ice cream treats on a stick? Delicious, right? Well, let’s turn one of everyone’s favorite childhood ice cream treats into an amazing potluck dessert with this refreshing and creamy lush. For the crust, we use a sugar cookie mix which makes a perfect crust, then it gets topped with layers of a creamy combo of vanilla pudding, orange jello, cream cheese, and whipped topping. It’s always a showstopper at any get together. You can have this made in 40-45 minutes, but then needs to refrigerate for at least 6 hours. I always make this a day in advance of serving. You’ll get 15-18 servings.

Orange Creamsicle Lush

For The Cookie Base

1 pouch sugar cookie mix, 17.5 oz

Butter and egg called for on cookie mix pouch for drop cookies

1/3 cup butter, melted

For The Filling and Topping

2 boxes orange-flavored jello, 3 oz

each

1/3 cup boiling water

2 boxes vanilla-flavor instant pudding, 3.4 oz each

2 ½ cups cold milk

8 oz cream cheese, room temp

1 cup powdered sugar

12 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed

Orange sanding sugar

½ cup canned mandarin orange segments, drained, optional

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Make and bake drop cookies as directed on pouch. Cool completely, for about 30 minutes. In a food processor, process half of the cookies to coarse crumbs. Remove to medium bowl. Continue to process remaining cookies to coarse crumbs and again add to the bowl. Stir in melted butter until well blended. In an ungreased 13 x 9-inch glass baking dish, press cookie crumb mixture firmly on the bottom. Set it aside. In a small bowl, pop in the gelatin, then add the boiling water and beat with whisk until blended. Stir occasionally for about 2 minutes or until mostly dissolved. In medium bowl, beat dry pudding mixes and milk with whisk about 2 minutes or until thick. Stir the dissolved gelatin into the pudding. Let stand for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. In large bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, scraping down the sides of the bowl frequently. Beat 2 cups of the whipped topping into the cream cheese mix. Spread over cookie crust. Pour pudding mixture over cream cheese layer, spreading evenly over top.

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Drop remaining whipped topping over pudding layer, then carefully spread until even and sprinkle with the sanding sugar. Refrigerate for 5 hours. When ready to serve, top with the orange segments. Cut into 6 rows by 3 rows. Cover and refrigerate any remaining pieces.

Let’s dive into some frozen desserts that are guaranteed to create a bunch of smiles. These next two are influenced by ice cream novelties, as were the last two, but these stay true to their influences considering the potential ice cream headache these could give you. This first one is a copycat of one of my favorites. I’m a diehard taco fan, so let’s attack the Choco Taco mentality. One job I had back in the day was as the executive chef for the M/S Mount Washington on Lake Winnipesaukee and one of my gazillion responsibilities was to supply their mailboat with ice cream treats to sell the kids out on the islands, like the traditional ice cream trucks that used to drive around the local neighborhoods. By far, the biggest seller every summer was Choco Tacos in a

landslide. They consist of a taco shell shaped waffle cone stuffed with vanilla ice cream, fudge, peanuts, then dipped in milk chocolate. Believe it or not, you can make the ice cream and taco shells yourself in a half hour or so, it does require 15 minutes of cooking time and maybe 15-20 to decorate, plus time to freeze. This makes 18-20 tacos. The taco shell will require either a waffle cone maker or a crepe/sauté pan.

Homemade Choco Tacos

For The Ripple Fudge No-Churn Ice

Cream

2 & 1/3 cups heavy cream, separated

2 tbsp brown rice syrup, although corn syrup is fine

1/3 cup light brown sugar

2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

¼ tsp kosher salt

3 ½ oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped from a block or chips

1 tbsp unsalted butter

½ tsp pure vanilla extract

2 cups heavy cream

1 can sweetened condensed milk, 14 oz For The Shells

2 whole eggs

2 large egg whites

Get A Move On

1 tsp salt

1 tsp vanilla extract

¼ cup + 1 tbsp light brown sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour

4 tbsp unsalted butter melted and warm

2 tbsp milk

At Assemble Time

6 oz bittersweet chocolate or semisweet chocolate

Sprinkles for topping

Chopped pistachios for topping

Coconut flakes for topping

Let’s start by making the fudge for the ice cream. In a medium saucepan, combine 1/3 cup of heavy cream, the rice syrup, brown sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and bittersweet chocolate and bring to a simmer. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla. Cool for about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, let’s work on the ice cream base. Add the remaining 2 cups of heavy cream and sweetened condensed milk to the bowl of a stand-up mixer. Using the whisk attachment, beat until soft peaks form, about 5 minutes. Line a loaf pan or other freezer-safe container with parchment. Add

about 1/3 of the ice cream base to the container. Smooth out the top and add a few tbsp of fudge sauce. Using a knife, swirl the fudge sauce into the ice cream. Repeat the layers until you’ve worked your way through all the ice cream. You should end up with about ½ cup of fudge sauce. Place it in a fridge-safe container. It will last up to 1 week. Transfer the ice cream to the freezer until firm, about 4 hours, ideally overnight. For the shells, in a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg whites, salt, vanilla extract and sugar. Mix in the flour until no specks of white appear. Pour in the butter and salt and mix once more until very smooth. As for making the taco shells, if you’re using a waffle cone maker, take the time to pre-heat it. Drop a tbsp of batter onto the center of the maker. Close and cook for 1-2 minutes. Remove immediately and transfer to the center of two layered paper towels. Immediately place the edge of a smallish book in the center and wrap the paper towels/waffle cone around the book, shaping it into a taco. Press on it for 1 minute, then remove and allow to cool

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completely. Repeat until you’ve worked your way through all the batter. You should end up with about 20 taco shells. If using a crepe pan, I suggest adding 1 tbsp of water to the batter as it will need to be thinner for cooking in the pan. After 1 minute, flip the batter over and cook for another minute. Other than

that, the process is the same.

To assemble, line a baking sheet with parchment. Remove the ice cream from the fridge and allow it to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes. Using a teaspoon, spoon it into the taco shells and transfer to the baking sheet. Transfer the tacos to the freezer for about 1 hour. The ice cream is sort of soft so it needs this long to freeze, but if you’re using store-bought ice cream,

then it will take less time to refreeze. Meanwhile, melt the 6 oz of bittersweet chocolate chunks over a double-boiler or in the microwave for about 1 minute, stirring at the 30 second mark. Dip the tops of the choco tacos in the chocolate, immediately top the chocolate with sprinkles, pistachios, or coconut flakes. Transfer it back to the freezer to

refreeze for about 15 minutes or until you’re ready to serve.

All done for today my North Conway friends and beyond. I’ll see you again in September for another round of food fun. Until then, continue to keep those taste buds smiling and if you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out at fenwaysox10@gmail.com

New Hampshire Magazine Names Local Business “Best of NH”

The Cold River Radio Show has been selected by the editors of New Hampshire Magazine as “Best of NH Editor’s Pick 2023” for Best YouTube Radio in the Arts & Culture Category.

Winners appear in the special Best of NH July issue of New Hampshire Magazine. Best of NH winners are determined by an online poll organized by New Hampshire Magazine. The poll is divided into 115 categories that range from best ice cream to best summer attraction — and much more. Editor picks are given to the extraordinary businesses and people who we think deserve a shout-out and are our personal favorites from across the state. For a full listing of this year’s winners, visit www.bestofnh.com.

The Cold River Radio Show: Is a New England Based Variety Show performed live in the theater. The show’s mission is to celebrate and promote the rich and vibrant arts and culture of New England and to provide a non-controversial and positive entertainment experience to audiences both in the theater and through other media outlets such as internet and

FM Radio.

Hosted by Jonathan Sarty and members of his fabulous Cold River Radio Band and The Jonathan Sarty Band, The Cold River Radio Show 2023 11th Anniversary show Headlines Robert Ellis Orrall and The Original Band: Drummer David Stefanelli, Bassist Don Walden and Guitarist Kook Lawry. This show also features Performing Artist Casey Desmond (as seen on Season 1 of The Voice) joined by Guitarist Scott Tarulli, Dr. Peter Crane with the Mount Washington Moment, and Author Brendan DuBois on his book “Cross Down,” co-authored with James Patterson. Last but not least, “A Shaw Brother’s Revue” featuring friends and former bandmates of the Shaw Brothers: Taylor Whiteside, Woody Woodward & Julie Dougherty, and Tom Bartlett join host Jonathan Sarty to preview their upcoming Concert in Prescott Park in Portsmouth, NH on Sept 9th “A Celebration of the Shaw Brothers.” For online Tickets and more information visit Coldriverradio.com.

WingZilla/RibZilla/KillaZilla and Luau ATV Poker Run

By Lee Caldwell

The Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce’s (AVCC) annual WingZilla/Rib Zilla chicken wing and rib cook-off competition and Luau ATV Poker Run is happening Saturday, Sept. 9, at Service Credit Union Heritage Park in Berlin from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Described by the AVCC as “A family-friendly end-of-summer celebration, this end-of-summer bash features activities for all ages including a poker run, corn hole and horseshoe tournaments, a hot wing eating contest, food and beer tents, live music, children’s face-painting, games, and more.”

Paula Kinney, Executive Director of the AVCC, enthusiastically describes WingZilla/RibZilla as, “A riot. It is a just plain fun end-of-summer party held the weekend after Labor Day. Competitors cook all day and everybody eats all day.”

The AVCC goes on to say, “The event kicks off with a Hawaiian-themed Luau ATV Poker Run presented by the Professional Firefighters of Berlin, Local IAFF 1088. Participants are encouraged to dress themselves and their ATVs to win prizes for the best use of the Hawaiian theme. Registration will take place on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 9 a.m. to noon in Service Credit Union Heritage Park.The last run begins at noon and all participants must return by 3 p.m. Jeeps, trucks, cars, and motorcycles are also welcome to participate.

“Poker run winners will be announced at 4 p.m. and prizes will be awarded for the top three poker hands, worst hand, and best use of theme. Proceeds from the poker run will benefit Operation Warm, which provides new winter coats for children in need.”

Paula encourages poker run participants to break out the Hawaiian shirts, hula skirts, and flower leis to

help support this great cause.

Noon will find the competitors in the chicken wing and rib cook-off, serving up a variety of hot, sweet, and spicy wings and ribs for purchase all day. The air will be filled with the mouth watering smells of sizzling meats. There will be a “People’s Choice” winner as well as official judging. At 5 p.m., the designated judges will sample the wings and ribs and select a winner.

Following the cook-off is the KillaZilla Hot Wing Eating Contest. Paula states that the wings are so volcanically hot that Killa/Zilla contestants have to sign a waiver before entering. Enter the contest if you dare!

Throughout the day, there will be games and activities for the entire family to enjoy.

Registration for the horseshoe tournament begins at 9 a.m.; tournament begins at 10 a.m.

Registration for the corn hole tournament begins at 2 p.m.; tournament begins at 3 p.m.

The evening ends with the live band, Conniption Fits, who will perform a wide range of rock, pop, country, and hip-hop from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Conniption Fits has been described as a band that “brings the party”. This trio stakes its reputation on entertaining every crowd, getting people up on their feet, and connecting with the audience.

Voted “Best Rock Trio” by New Hampshire Magazine, the band, based in Lebanon, performs all over New England; from Martha’s Vineyard and Boston, Massachusetts, Portsmouth,

New Hampshire, and York, Maine, to Stowe and Burlington, Vermont, and Upstate New York.

As a cover band, The Conniption Fits is renowned for its unique versions of popular ’80s alternative songs as well as ’90s and current pop cover song selections. The trio seamlessly moves from ’80s favs like “Come On Eileen”, “Don’t You Forget About Me”, “Living On A Prayer” and “Don’t Stop Believing” to ’90s alternative songs like “My Own Worst Enemy”, “Flagpole Sitta” and “Closer”. They mix in hip-hop like “Hot In Here” and their take on modern hits like “Shake It Off”, “Royals”, “Shut Up & Dance” and “Feel It Still” round out the night. They are a crowd favorite among all ages. When it comes to turning heads and getting crowds involved in the show, with tons of audience participation, The Conniption Fits promo material says they are the right band for the job.

The beer tent and concessions will be open during the concert.

Admission to WingZilla/RibZilla is free and ATVs are welcome. Additional fees apply for food, beverages, and activities.

WingZilla/RibZilla and the Luau Poker Run are presented by the Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce. For details and more information, visit the Androscoggin Valley Chamber of Commerce website, www.androscogginvalleychamber. com/wingzilla or contact 603-7526060.

It’s Time to Be a Hero

By Alexander Dunford

Pet parents mark the kitchen calendar for the New Hampshire Humane Society’s annual Be a Hero 5K, on September 23rd, at Castle in The Clouds, Moultonborough. Be a Hero 5K welcomes both two and four-legged runners to trek a beautifully mapped course combining trail, road, and off road, followed by a post-run celebrationin the field by Shannon Pond. The family fun, pet friendly event begins at 8:30 am, registration begins one hour prior.

The New Hampshire Humane Society’s inspiring mission to serve the Lake Region’s many different pet needs hosts their seventh Be a Hero 5K, in partnership with Eastern Propane. 2023, marks the second year in a row the event takes place at Castle in The Clouds. The Humane Society aims to build on last year’s success with an impressive 150 runners who participated, by letting the public know all pets are free, and everyone who registers before August, 23rd, receives a an event t-shirt. And, parents make sure to pack the kids, because every kid who chooses to run receives a medal. Adults are certain to enjoy a spirit of friendly

competition too; the top three placed male and female contestants will earn a prize.

In 2022, the Be a Hero 5K brought in roughly $7,000 dollars between participants and those, who, unable to attend, donated financial support for the important work being done. The New Hampshire Humane Society uses the proceeds, donations, and public exposure earned to perform life-saving work; the Humane Society helps to, but not limited to, reunite lost pets with their families, helps solve abuse and neglect cases, and helps transport animals from areas of the country still utilizing euthanasia, in order to find

these animals loving families and caring homes. The Laker interviewed Nathan McSchinsky, a New Hampshire Humane Society board member and marketing specialist for Eastern Propane, but perhaps more importantly a devoted pet owner. Mr. McShinsky quoted, “The Be a Hero 5K not only raises money, but also heightens awareness of this mission.” The Laker learned the Humane Society averages between 800 and 1,000 adoptions annually, in addition to services offered such as surgeries, pet clinics, trainings, etcetera. Mr. McShinsky passionately added, “The organization wants to be a support mechanism for the entire pet parent experience.”

Here are some of the year-to-date, [as of July 20, 2023] stats regarding the hard work put in by the Humane Society and its members (source —New Hampshire Humane Society): 450 adoptions to loving homes

47 lost pets reunited with their families

389 pets served by low-cost or nocost spay/neuter programs

364 animals saved from euthanasia facilities

9 animals rescued from abuse and cruelty situations

10,500 pounds of pet food provided to NH families experiencing hardship

50 dedicated and talented NH Humane Volunteers and Fosters

2700 Volunteer Hours

The Be a Hero 5K certainly is a cause everyone can get behind because the story regarding New Hampshire Humane Society’s efforts is one of selflessness and determination to help the region’s pet families. Being a hero has never been easier, or more rewarding, when all anyone needs is an open heart, a passion for four-legged friends, and a good pair of running shoes. Participants aren’t just helping a great cause; they are taking part in a larger community passionate about animal welfare. So, join ranks with the Humane Society and run the gorgeous course mapped out at Castle in The Clouds on September, 23rd, at 8:30 am and be a hero.

The New Hampshire Humane Society wishes to extend their gratitude to their partners within the community: LaValley/ Middleton Building Supply, Coca-Cola Northeast, Grappone, Northeast Delta Dental, Newfound Pet Store, Laconia Daily Sun, The Laker, Hannaford Super Markets, and 101.5 Lakes FM.