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

November | Vol. 5 | No. 11 Published on the 16th of the Month

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Journey to the North Pole | Page 10

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Holiday Events Begin Along Route 16!

By Sarah Wright It’s that time of year when the holidays are upon us! Families can look forward to warming up by the fire, and thinking about how fortunate we are to celebrate the holiday season along picturesque Route 16 in New Hampshire.

Here are some options this month to kick off the fun of the season.

In Milton, the holidays begin with activities on November 23 with a Liberty Music Gathering. The acoustic music jam will take place from 6 to 9:30 pm and is open to all. Admission is free and musicians are invited to share their talents. The gathering will take place at Liberty Hall, 5 Highland Avenue in Milton Mills. Another Liberty Music Gathering will take place on December 7 from 6 to 9:30 pm.

On November 30, the Milton Mills Holiday Stroll will ring in the season from 1 to 5 pm. Visitors can shop in more than 10 open spaces with refreshments served; stop by the vendors and artisans in the holiday market, then join in the beauty of the tree lighting at 5 pm and decorate an ornament as well!

Take part in the Annual Gingerbread House Contest on December 7 from 10 am to 1:30 pm at the Emma Ramsey Community Center located at 424 White Mt. Highway in Milton. You can pick up entry contest forms at the Community Center as well.

In Wakefield, there are many holi-

day events happening for all ages. On December 6, kick off the season with a Christmas Tree Lighting and Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt with the Wakefield Parks and Recreation. The festivities include the lighting of the community tree in Turntable Park at 6:30 pm, with caroling, hot cocoa and a flashlight candy cane hunt. A special visitor from the North Pole will be there as well!

Don’t forget to bring your flashlights.

On December 7, have Breakfast with Santa at the Paul School in Wakefield from 9 am to 1 pm. There will be breakfast, pictures with Santa, children’s crafts and activities, local crafters and vendors, raffle baskets and more. For information, call Wakefield Parks and Recreation at 522-9977.

The White Mountain Waldorf School will host their 33rd Annual Winter Craft Faire on Saturday, November 16 from 10 am to 2 pm at the North Conway Community Center, located at 78 Norcross Circle in North Conway. Local artisans and vendors will be selling beautiful crafts and goods, and faculty and students will be running crafting tables for children to make a craft for themselves or to give as a gift. Children will also enjoy the puppet shows and King Winter, along with the Pocket Lady who will make an appearance.

Don’t miss this wonderful event!

If you like local history, an upcoming event is your chance to meet the folks at the Conway Historical Society and to

also think about becoming a member.

On December 10, the Society will hold its Annual Christmas Party and Yankee Swap at the Old Firehouse in Conway (located at 111 Main Street). A pot luck dinner starts at 6 pm, followed by the party at 7 pm. Each attendee should bring a small gift to swap and a dish to share. For information, call 447-5551 or email conwayhistoricalsociety@ gmail.com.

The Rochester Performance & Arts Center will host a Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair on Saturday, November 23 from 9 am to 2 pm at 32 North Main Street in Rochester. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind gift this year, you’ll surely find it among the dozens of local vendors at this craft fair.

Also, on Saturday, November 23, from 10 am to 3 pm, celebrate The First Official Thanksgiving of 1863 with the New Hampshire Farm Museum in Milton. In 1863, Lincoln proclaimed the first national Thanksgiving Day in the midst of the Civil War. The Farm will recreate that first holiday experience with costumed actors in the roles of family members to show what Thanksgiving at the time would have been like. Enjoy light refreshments and hands-on activities; ride a horsedrawn sleigh or wagon (depending on snow); learn about Sarah Josepha Hale, the New Hampshire resident most responsible for making the day a nation• Holiday Events Continued on page 3

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November 2019 | ALONG ROUTE 16 | Page 3 • Holiday Events Continued from page 2 al holiday; then come inside and sing while “Emily” plays the parlor piano to complete your “Over the River and Through the Woods” experience. The NH Farm Museum is located at 1305 White Mountain Highway in Milton. If there is severe weather, the event will be moved to the following day, from noon to 3 pm. For further information, call 652-7840.

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Castle in the Clouds as they kickoff their Christmas at the Castle event, beginning on November 23 and 24 from 10 am to 4 pm, and ending the weekend of November 29, 30, and December 1from 10 am to 4 pm. Browse the Artisan Fair while enjoying hot cocoa and cookies, have lunch at The Carriage House, visit with Santa, and have fun making crafts at this popular holiday event. Then tour the Lucknow mansion, which will be festively dressed for the holidays by creative lo-

cal businesses and designers to reflect their most nostalgic Christmas memories. The event will truly usher in the season and fill you with the holiday spirit! Castle in the Clouds is located at 455 Old Mountain Road, off Route 171 in Moultonborough. For more details, including ticket information, visit www.castleintheclouds.org or call -476-5900.

On Saturday, November 23 from 9 am to 2 pm, you won’t want to miss the New Durham Holiday Craft Fair. Find

the perfect holiday gift at this fair at the elementary school that will be full of local crafters with unique items to sell.

There will also be food, kids’ crafts, raffles, and the “Wish Upon A Star” program pick-up. The New Durham Elementary School is located at 7 Old Bay Road in New Durham.

If you’d rather “get crafty” yourself, you can join the Chocorua Lake Conservancy on Sunday, November 24 from 1 to 4 pm to make your own Winter Ecology Lantern. This workshop will take place at the Cook Memorial Library on Main Street in Tamworth.

Create a beautiful, colorful lantern to celebrate winter ecology, and chase away the blues on dark, winter nights.

Write, draw, or paint images onto vellum, which will become a unique lantern. The workshop is free, although donations are appreciated. RSVP by emailing jlamb@chocorualakeconservancy.org.

The Rochester Opera House at 31 Wakefield Street in Rochester has a performance scheduled for November 30 at 8 pm that will surely put you in the holiday spirit! Kick off the season with Eileen Ivers Joyful Christmas concert. Eileen’s Irish and American roots shine through the evening’s music, beautifully mixing traditional, story-filled folk, age-old Wren Day songs, a jig-ified Bach, fiddle looping, and of course foot stomping and hollering roots music. Eileen and the ensem• Holiday Events Continued on page 4

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Enjoy Plants & Pints Night at the Revolution Taproom & Grill on North Main Street in Rochester. Bring family and friends to this pre-holiday celebration on November 30, where you can order off the menu while you create a festive balsam wreath. A variety of greens and decorative accessories will be supplied by Studley’s Flower Gardens. The class will be held from 3 to 5 pm. Other classes will be scheduled.

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The Tamworth Village Handcrafters are hosting the Annual Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday, November 30 at 10 am at the Tamworth Town House.

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The town of Freedom “Rings in the Holiday” during the weekend of November 22, 23, and 24. Locations all around town will be participating, and maps will be available at any of those stops. Beth Day Wood and Wool at 11 Elm Street will be open on Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm, with handcrafted drift wood items, felted and knitted work available for purchase. All proceeds will benefit the American Lung Association. Visit the Brooks Family Sugar House at 427 Eaton Road for maple items, jams, and children’s books.

Refreshments will also be served. The Sugar House will be open on Friday from 6 to 8 pm, on Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm, and on Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm.

Upstairs in the town hall, you’ll find the Freedom Artisans craft fair. On Friday from 6 to 8 pm, and on Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm, shop for wonderful items like folk art holiday

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The Freedom Public Library will ring in the holidays with a Book Sale on Friday from 6 to 8 pm, and on Saturday from 9 am to 2 pm. All new, donated books will be on the shelves with categories like history, romance, children’s books, CDs, puzzles, and more. The library is located at 38 Old Portland Road. The Freedom Village Store at 11 Elm Street will be showcasing work by local artisans and selling vintage items, coffee, muffins, baskets, ornaments, cookies, country crafts, and

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Nov. 22, Christmas at the Castle Preview Party, 4-7 pm, get a preview of the Lucknow mansion festively dressed for the holidays by creative businesses and designers to reflect Christmas memories, tickets/info: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900, Rt. 171, Moultonboro.

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Nov. 23, Turkey Trot, 9 am-3 pm, Wolfeboro Railroad Depot, info: Wolfeboro Parks and Rec, 5695639.

Nov. 23, Winter Greens & Wreath Making, Tin Mountain Nature Learning Center, 10 am-noon & 1-3 pm. Create your own balsam wreath with Executive Director, Lori Jean Kinsey. A variety of natural garnishes including milkweed pods, spruce, and pine cones will be used to decorate the wreaths. Tin Mountain, Albany, info/register: 447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

Nov. 23 & 24, Christmas at the Castle, 10 am-4 pm, tour the Lucknow mansion festively dressed for the holidays by creative businesses and designers to reflect Christmas memories, browse the Artisan Fair in the Carriage House, visit with Santa, have lunch and more, tickets/info: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900, Rt. 171, Moultonboro. (Also Nov. 29, 30 & Dec. 1) Nov. 23 & 24, Lakes Region Holiday Craft Fair, Belknap Mall, 96 DW Highway, Belmont, (Sat.: 10 am-4 pm; Sunday: 10 am-3 pm), www.joycescraftshows.com.

Nov. 24, Inter-Faith Food Pantry & Community Thanksgiving Service, 4 pm, 1st Congregational Church, 400 Main St., Farmington, hymns, piano, brass and organ accompaniment, please bring canned food item(s), combined ministry of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, the Advent Christian Church Community Lighthouse, the Meaderboro Community Church and the First Congregational Church, 755-4816.

Nov. 25, Middle School Book Club, all youth in grades 6-8 are invited to join group with new book selections each month, 5-6:30 pm. Snacks, games, and an occasional book-related movie are some of the fun to be had. Conway Public Library, Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day 5K Fundraiser, 9 am, King Pine Ski Area, 1251 Eaton Rd., Madison, 367-8896.

Nov. 29, Photos with Santa, 10 am-4 pm, Settler’s Green, Rt. 16/White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-7031.

Nov. 29, Santa’s Holiday Express, 11:30 & 1:30, Conway Scenic Railroad, 38 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, www.conwayscenic.com. (Also Dec. 1, 7 & 8, 14 & 15, 20-23.)

Nov. 29 & 30, Christmas at the Castle, 10 am-4 pm, tour the Lucknow mansion festively dressed for the holidays by creative businesses and designers to reflect Christmas memories, browse the Artisan Fair in the Carriage House, visit with Santa, have lunch and more, tickets/info: www.castleintheclouds.org, 476-5900, Rt. 171, Moultonboro.

Nov. 30, A Christmas Carol, 10 am, presented by Gafney Library, held at Wakefield Opera House, Sanbornville, 522-9735, www.gafneylibrary.org.

Nov. 30, A Joyful Christmas, starring Eileen Ivers, 8 pm, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets/info: 335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

Nov. 30, Annual Christmas Craft Fair, 9 am-3:30 pm, Kingswood Regional High School, S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 569-1027.

Nov. 30, Christmas in Wolfeboro, 3-5 pm, parade and tree lighting, 569-2200.

Nov. 30, Milton Mills Holiday Stroll, 1-5 pm, decorate an ornament, tree lighting in Waumbeck Park at 5 pm, visit the 10+ open spaces with refreshments, stop by the vendors and artisans at the holiday market in Liberty Chapel, Milton Mills, 738-9800.

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DECEMBER Through Dec. 20, Shiao-Ping Wang, art exhibit at Rochester Public Library, 65 S. Main St., Rochester.

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Dec. 5, Wolfeboro Festival of Trees Preview Gala, 6-8 pm, takes place at Wright Museum, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, benefits local non-profit groups, advance ticket sales a must: www.wolfeborofestivaloftrees.com.

Dec. 5-8, The Nutcracker with Sole City Dance, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets/info: 335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

Dec. 5-15, The Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical, M&D Playhouse, Willow Common, 1857 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, www.mdplayhouse.com, 733-5275.

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Dec. 6, Christmas Tree Lighting and Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt, 6:30 pm, Wakefield Turntable Park, tree lighting, caroling, hot cocoa and flashlight candy cane hunt, don’t forget to bring a flashlight, Wakefield Parks & Rec., 522-9977.

Dec. 6, Friday pARTy Nite, 5-8 pm, appetizers, hot cider & more! Also open Saturday-Monday, 10-5 pm. Art Works Gallery, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041.

Dec. 6, White Mt. String Quartet, noon, Mountain Top Music, concert at Brown Church, Conway, free but donations welcome, 447-4737.

Dec. 6 & 7, Carol Noonan and Dana Cunningham Annual Christmas Concert, 7:30 pm, Little White Church, Eaton, info 207-935-7292.

Dec. 6-8, 43rd Annual Christmas in the Village, events all over the village of Sandwich, tree lighting at 5 pm on Dec. 6; Breakfast with Santa at Corner House Inn on Dec. 7; Sat. events, craft fair, wagon rides and much more, 284-7168, on Facebook at Christmas in the Village-Sandwich, NH and www. discoversandwich.com.

Dec. 6-7, Festival of Trees, Studley’s Flower Garden greenhouse decorated with many holiday trees, kids visit with Santa on Dec. 7 from 5-7 pm, 82 Wakefield St., Rochester, 330-3208, hosted by Rochester Main Street.

Dec. 7, Annual Gingerbread House Contest, 10 am-1:30 pm, Emma Ramsey Community Center, 424 White Mt. Hwy., Milton, 652-4501.

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Dec. 7, Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, 4 pm, Inn at Ellis River, 17 Harriman Rd., Jackson, 3839339.

Dec. 7, Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting, noon-4:30 pm, Settler’s Green, Rt. 16/White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-7031.

Dec. 7, Homestead Christmas, 11 am-3 pm, Remick Museum, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 3237591.

Dec. 7, Photos with Santa, 10 am-4 pm, Settler’s Green, Rt. 16/White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 3567031. (Also Dec. 14 & 21)

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Dec. 9, A Holiday Evening with Judy Pancoast, 6-7:30 pm, Christmas songs & reading from Judy’s new book, Conway Public Library, Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Dec. 10, Annual Christmas Party & Yankee Swap, 6 pm, Conway Historical Society, held at Old Firehouse, 111 Main St., Conway, bring a dish to share and a small gift for the swap, info: conwayhistoricalsociety@gmail.com, 447-5551.

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Dec. 10 & 17, Great Glen Trails Nordic Warm-Up, 10 am, Outdoor Center, Rt. 16, Pinkham, Notch, 466-3988, sue@mt-washington.com.

Dec. 12-15, Journey to the North Pole, Believe in Books Literary Foundation & Conway Scenic Railroad, info/tickets/prices: www.journeytothenorthpole.com, 356-9980.

Dec. 12-22, Charles Dickens A Christmas Carol, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets/info: 332-1992.

Dec. 13, Friday pARTy Nite, 5-8 pm, appetizers, hot cider & more! Also open Saturday-Monday, 10-5 pm. Art Works Gallery, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041.

Dec. 13, Holiday Homecoming, 3-7 pm, artisan marketplace, free snacks, fire pit, carolers, Awkward Family Photos, shopper’s raffle and more, Settler’s Green, Rt. 16/White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-7031 Dec. 14, Breakfast with Santa, 10 am-2 pm, breakfast buffet, story time with Santa, reservations required: 476-5900. www.castleintheclouds.org.

Dec. 14, Create a Gingerbread House, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, pastry chef, McKaella Cooper, will provide all the fixings to create a beautiful gingerbread house to take home! Ages 8 and up, free. Registration required, Conway Public Library, Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Dec. 14, Paint Glass Ornaments, 3-5 pm, Jackson Art Studio & Gallery, #155 Ridge Rd., Jackson, info: www.jacksonartnh.com.

Dec. 14, Photos with Santa, 10 am-4 pm, Settler’s Green, Rt. 16/White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-7031. (Also Dec. 21) Dec. 14, TUBA Christmas, 2 pm, All Saint’s Episcopal Church, 258 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 569-3861.

Dec. 14 & 15, Jingle Bell Chocolate Tour, 12/14 at 11 am & 12/15 at 4 pm, Nestlenook Farm, Jackson, www.jacksonnh.com, 383-9356.

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Benz Center Senior Meals, Sandwich, each Wednesday at noon. Age 60 and older, small donation requested, 284-7211, www.benzcommunitycenter.webs.com.

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Book Sale, first Sat. of each month, Cook Memorial Library, Tamworth, 10 am-noon, 323-8510.

Common Threads, Mondays 9:30-11 am, group of needle crafters, Rochester Public Library, S. Main St., Rochester, 332-1428.

Conway Historical Society Programs, Conway Congregational Church, Conway, 447-5551, www. conwayhistoricalsociety.org.

Conway Public Library, book discussion group meets 3rd Monday of each month, 10:15-11:30 am, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Death Café, an open discussion about end-of-life issues, meets monthly at 6 pm, periodical room at Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

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Fiber Gatherings, Wednesdays, 7-9 pm, Community Room, Samuel Wentworth Library, Center Sandwich. Knitting, crocheting, spinning, weaving, needle felting, embroidery, crewel, rug hooking, quilting, sewing - no formal lessons provided but if you need help with a project, there is sure to be someone who can give you pointers. Info/questions: 284-7168.

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First Friday Food, Fun & Flicks, 5-7 pm, takes place Sept. to June, pizza and movie, plus a craft/ game, Effingham Library, 30 Town House Rd., Effingham, 539-1537.

Forgotten Arts: Fiber Arts Group, meets every other Tuesday, 9:30 am-noon. Fiber artists and/ or interested onlookers welcome to join Happy Weavers & Friends group to learn the historic art of weaving, spinning, sewing, quilting, and more. Bring a project to work on, if desired. Group meets monthly on every other Tuesday schedule at Remick Museum & Farm, Tamworth Village. Free. (Does not include access to the Museum.) 323-7591.

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, 466-3988.

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In the Round, thought-provoking discussion, held at Benz Center, Heard Rd., Sandwich, Sunday mornings at 8:45 am. All are welcome to discuss wide range of topics. Info: 284-7532.

Jackson XC Touring Center, XC trails, 153 Main St., Jackson, info: 383-9355, www.jacksonxc.org.

Knit Wits, meets Mondays, 10 am-noon, Gafney Library, 14 High St., Sanbornville, 522-3401, www. gafneylibrary.org. Bring knitting, crochet projects.

Lakes Region Curling Assoc., registration open, runs from Oct. to mid Dec., Pop Whalen Ice Area, Wolfeboro, www.lakesregioncurlingnh.org.

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Lego Club Jr., 5th Friday of the month, 10:15 am, ages 1-5, Gafney Library, Sanbornville, 522-9735.

Let’s Go Make Something!, 3:30-4:30 pm on Thursdays, for children and teens, Ham Community Room at Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Mad Scientists Club, 4th Thurs. of the month, 4 pm, ages 5 & up, Gafney Library, Sanbornville, 5229735.

Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center, interactive science museum, open daily 10 am-5 pm, (closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day). Explore the science of climate and weather through interactive exhibits. 2779 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, 356-2137 New England Ski Museum, traces history of skiing and snow sports in New England. Eastern Slope Museum, former N. Conway Community Center, Rt. 16, N. Conway.

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Saturday Lunch, Jan. 4-March 28 (Saturdays), 10 am-2 pm, Carriage House, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Senior Meals & Bingo, Mon., Wed. & Thurs., noon, Greater Wakefield Resource Center, 254 Main St., Union, $5 donation for age 59 and under, donation of $3 for age 60 and over, www.greaterwakefieldresourcecenter.webs.com.

Snowcat Trips, adventure trips to Mt. Washington’s summit, www.mountwashington.org., 356-2137.

Story Time for preschoolers and babies and their caregivers, call for schedules: Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

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Tamworth Adult Book Group, meets 4th or 5th Wed. of each month, 10:30 am, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, info: 323-8510.

Tamworth Farmer’s Indoor Market, Saturdays during Nov. & Dec. at KA Brett School, Tamworth Rd., & Jan. –April every other Sat. at Tamworth Town House, info: www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org.

Thurs. Night Book Group, meets fourth Thurs. of every month for discussions of books, 7 pm, Mystery Book Group meets second Thurs. of the month, White Birch Books, N. Conway, 356-3200, www. whitebirchbooks.com.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center, programs, nature trails, winter children’s camp, Bald Hill Rd., Albany, info: 447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

White Mt. Writer’s Group, 4-6 pm, meets monthly, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552, list of dates: www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

Wolfeboro Rotary Club Meeting, Mondays, 5:30 pm, 1812 Room at Wolfeboro Inn, 90 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, light dinner, guest speaker on various topics of interest, for more info: www.wolfebororotary.org.

Writer’s Group, supportive writer’s get together for teens and adults, (first Mondays through Dec.) 6-7:30 pm, Ham Community Room, Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Ave., Conway, 447-5552.

Writer’s Night, third Thurs. of each month at 7 pm, music, poetry, prose, fiction, non-fiction, Effingham Public Library, 30 Town House Rd., Effingham, info: 539-1537 or 651-9796.

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Journey to the North Pole: Making Memories for 25 Years!

Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s beloved holiday fundraiser,

Journey to the North Pole™, is about to start its 25th season. Get tickets

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soon as this classic tradition sells out early! The journey runs on select dates: November 29 and 30, December 1, December 6 to 8, December 12 to 15, December 19 to 23, and December 27 to 29.

Most people think of shopping when they think about the day after Thanksgiving, also known as Black Friday.

However, locals and visitors to the White Mountains know it is all about the start of Journey to the North Pole™.

Journey to the North Pole™ is the cherished fundraiser of Believe in Books Literacy Foundation in Intervale. It transports guests of all ages aboard the Conway Scenic Railroad in North Conway, NH and the Hobo Railroad in Lincoln, NH magically to the North Pole throughout the holiday season where you actually enter Santa’s workshop!

The fundraiser began in 1995 and has been supporting Believe in Books Literacy Foundation and their literacy programs since that first “Journey.”

Many families have not only brought children on this holiday adventure, but are now bringing their grandchildren!

Over the past 25 years, Believe in Books Literacy Foundation has enhanced the magical experience to make the event even more memorable with keepsakes, gifts for children, and colorful ribbons on the magic Christmas bells each guest will receive on their return voyage. Every year there have been added ambience features, improved facilities, and engaging surprises for the children.

The North Country community plays a large role bringing this adventure to life. From local students tying ribbons on bells, and volunteers helping before and during the event, Believe in Books Literacy Foundation enjoys seeing the community come together for such an important cause.

Tickets for the event are limited and going quickly, so interested families should get them soon at www.journeytothenorthpole.org. (The Believe in Books Literacy Foundation is a Charitable 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit guided by the needs and involvement of the communities of which it serves, with a mission to advance healthy development of young minds through literacy

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Process and Light Exhibit at Art Works Gallery Art Works Gallery in Chocorua has been busy expanding its exhibit area for the “Process and Light” Art Show, open now through January 12, 2020.

The unique exhibit spotlights the journeys of three remarkable artists: Peg Scully, Nancy Marsden and John Watkins who show us what over 100 years of artistic experience can create...it is sure to impress all show see the exhibit. Local followers and those from out of the area will recognize these wellknown members of Art Works.

Meet each artist during the three Artist Spotlight Events starting on Sunday, November 17 at 1 pm for a ‘tea and talk’ and book signing with Peg Scully.

An accomplished watercolorist and oil painter known for sensitive portraits as well as endearing landscapes, Peg will share insight into her work and the making of her book “Painting Freedom” about the Village of Freedom, her hometown.

On Sunday, December 8 at 1 pm, meet Nancy Marsden and learn about studying with Tony Van Hassalt and Ernie Brown, which helped shape her future in oil painting. Enjoy her vivid impressionist oils, pastels and watercolors, and hear how she works. “With so much natural beauty surrounding me, there is always another view waiting for my interpretation,” she says.

Stop by Art Works for coffee and conversation with John Watkins on Sunday, December 15 at 11:30 am.

John will explain his photographic processes including black and white, color, Platinum/Palladium and color gum bichromate, representative of the first color photographic process. point-and-click dining Lose Your yourself in his magnetic images

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Celebrate Christmas Memories during Christmas at the Castle During the weekends immediately before and after Thanksgiving, Castle in the Clouds will host its popular annual Christmas at the Castle program – a festive event that brings the community together at the historic mountaintop estate. Working with the theme of “Christmas Memories,” local businesses and designers will showcase their design aesthetic by adopting a room in the mansion or area of the estate grounds and decorating it to the nines. This year’s decorators include Balanced Interiors of Center Harbor, Branch and Bloom of Wolfeboro, Center Harbor Inn of Center Harbor, Event Builders of Moultonborough, Lake Life Realty of Moultonborough, Linda’s Flowers of Wolfeboro, Mari’s Treasures of Wolfeboro, Moulton Farm of Meredith, The Preserve at Chocorua of Tamworth, Riverstone Florals and Design of Gilford, Spider Web Gardens of Tuftonboro, and Tamworth Distilling of Tamworth.

The holiday festivities begin with the Christmas at the Castle Preview Party on Friday, November 22 from 4 to 7 pm. Tickets are $50 for non-members and $40 for members, and include an evening tour of the Castle, artisan fair, live holiday carols by Eric Grant, appetizers, cash bar, and a “spirits” tasting

by Tamworth Distilling.

When asked what sets the Preview Party apart from the other days of Christmas at the Castle, Development

Coordinator Jill Cromwell explains, “This is a special time to watch the sun set over the lake, and see the Castle lit with twinkling holiday lights at night.”

The Preview Party is a fundraising event, with all proceeds supporting the preservation and interpretation of the Lucknow estate, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places with national significance.

Christmas at the Castle will take place from 10 am to 4 pm the weekends of November 23 and 24 and November 29 and 30 and also on December 1. “Christmas at the Castle is one of the best events of the year for families and children,” says Stephanie Poole, Programs and Volunteer Coordinator.

“In addition to touring the Castle decorated for the holidays, guests can enjoy free activities in the Carriage House including children’s holiday crafts, a visit with Santa Claus, cookies and hot cocoa, and the artisan fair.” While the Castle closes at 4 pm each day, activities in the Carriage House are offered until 4:30 pm and do not require an admission ticket. Visitors can also enjoy lunch at the Carriage House Restaurant from 11 am to 3:30 pm, and browse local products in the gift shop, which will be offering 10 percent off all apparel items.

Admission for a Castle tour for non-members is $20 for adults, $10 for ages 5-17 and free for ages 4 and under. Admission for members is $15

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Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes

By Chef Kelly Ross This month’s theme is Thanksgiving side dishes, and there are so many to choose from. Most everyone has the cooking of a turkey down to a science, as well as taters, butternut squash, and gravy. Today we’ll focus on some of the more obscure recipes, which to me, however, are main stream. I’m going to give you a soup, some dinner side dishes and a few fun desserts.

Let’s start with soup. It’s almost impossible to think Thanksgiving without thinking butternut squash. We will use this theme a few times today as butternut squash is truly a classic. This recipe is a Turkey Day prelim: a delicious Butternut Squash Soup. It is delicious simple to prepare, and you can’t lose with those factors.

Butternut Squash Soup 8 cups peeled and cubed butternut squash, roasted 1 tsp cinnamon and ½ tsp salt for roasting the squash 2 tbsp coconut oil 2 large apples of choice, peeled, cored, seeded and cubed 1 large sweet onion, sliced ¼ -½ tsp curry depending on your taste 7 cups vegetable broth 1 cup coconut milk 2 tbsp salt, plus a little more if desired For starters, put the cubed squash in a bowl and toss with the cinnamon and salt, put on a greased pan, and put into a preheated 425-degree oven for 30-40 minutes. While the squash is baking, set up a large skillet over a medium-high heat and add the coconut oil, onion slices, apple cubes, curry and a few shakes of salt and sauté for about 10 minutes until the apples and onions are well softened. Add the vegetable broth, milk and squash from the

oven and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to simmer and continue to cook, uncovered, for about ½ an hour. Add the salt in small doses, taste and add more as needed. Put the contents in a blender, food processor or use a handheld immersion blender until the soup is completely smooth. Put back into the pot and over low heat let simmer until ready to serve. This is great for a few days, or if preferred, it freezes very well.

Let’s move onto some fun side dishes to accompany the big bird. I will admit when I have done the big meal with family over the years, usually with 20-30 of us, there have been 7-8 side dishes. Kind of overkill, but with all the eaters we had, most of the bowls of side dishes were eaten up pretty well.

Obviously, if you only have less than a dozen or so at the table, you definitely don’t need that many side dishes, but it is important to utilize some great options. First on my hit list is a great blend of veggies that are roasted with maple and cinnamon. This contains butternut squash, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, as well as walnuts and cranberries.

Maple Cinnamon Roasted Vegetables ½ cup olive oil 1 tsp ground cinnamon 1 ½ tsp salt ½ tsp fresh ground black pepper 1 ½ lbs butternut squash, peeled, seeded, and cut into ½ inch cubes 1 ½ lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed into ½ inch cubes 1 lb. of fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half ¾ cups walnut halves ¾ cup dried cranberries 1 ½-2 cups maple syrup Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In a large bowl, combine the oil and all sea-

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sonings and mix well. Add the cubed squash and sweet potatoes, as well as the Brussels sprouts and toss well so all is thoroughly coated with the seasoned oil. Pour the oiled veggies on a greased baking sheet or 2 and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the veggies are browned and tender. Pour the veggies on a platter, sprinkle the top with walnuts and cranberries and drizzle with the maple syrup. Sprinkle with additional cinnamon if desired and serve immediately.

The next great side dish for the big dinner combines 2 of my favorites, although both are as simple as they come, and those are taters and corn.

When I am hungry and don’t feel much like cooking, I often just toss a tater or 2 in the oven and cook a can of corn and inhale them. This combo dish is always a popular one with any crowd considering everyone loves corn and potatoes. I think your crowd will love this dish in a big way.

Sweet Corn and Potato Au Gratin 1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced 2 tbsp butter 2 tbsp flour 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp fresh grind black pepper

1 cup whole milk 2 lbs red potatoes, cut into 1/8 inch slices, skin on 2 cups fresh corn off the cob, or frozen corn 1 can creamed corn, 8 oz 2 cups sharp cheddar, shredded 1 cup panko bread crumbs 2 tbsp butter, melted 1/3 cup grated parmesan In a large saucepan, sauté the onion in the butter over a medium heat until tender. Stir in the flour, garlic, salt and pepper until well blended. Add the milk gradually while stirring well. Stir in the potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook for an additional 10 minutes or so until the spuds become somewhat tender. Stir in the corn and creamed corn and combine well, then do the same with the cheddar. Grab a 9-inch square pan and grease the bottom and sides well. Pour the concoction into the dish very carefully. In a small bowl, combine the panko, melted butter and parmesan and top the potato mixture with it. Put it in a preheated 350-degree oven for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown and the taters are tender.

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Page 14 | ALONG ROUTE 16 | November 2019 • Delicious Thanksgiving Side Dishes Continued from page 13 As I alluded to earlier, butternut squash is a big favorite of mine. I have seen it served many ways, by others and myself, and I can’t say I have ever been disappointed, but this recipe is by far my all-time favorite. It is chock full of deliciousness and has an outstanding crunchy topping, which makes it unique compared to any other squash dish I have ever had. This is a guaranteed success story at the Thanksgiving Day table.

Butternut Squash ½ cup honey 1 tsp dried thyme, divided 5 lb butternut squash, peeled, halved, seeded, and thinly sliced 3 tbsp water ¼ cup olive oil, plus 2 tbsp, divided 1 ½ tsp of both sea salt and fresh grind black pepper ¾ cup panko In a large saucepan, heat the honey and ½ tsp of the thyme, stirring frequently over a low heat for 4-5 minutes. It should be very fragrant. In a large microwave safe dish, combine the squash and water. Cover and zap in the wave for 6-8 minutes until squash is tender. Drain. Add ¼ cup of the olive oil and 1 tsp each of the salt and pepper

and toss well to coat the squash. On a flat surface, stack the squash slices. Set a 9-inch square baking dish on its side and fill with the squash stacks. Once the pan is full, put the dish back in its regular position. Drizzle 3 tbsp of the honey mix over the squash. Bake for 45-50 minutes. In a small skillet, heat the remaining oil over a medium heat.

Add the bread crumbs, as well as the remaining salt and pepper. Cook and stir over a medium heat for about 5 minutes just before the squash will be coming out of the oven. It should become golden brown. Once the squash is out of the oven, pour the panko mix over the top and drizzle the remaining honey mix over the top of the crumbs and serve.

Let’s move on to a couple of desserts.

One is a definite dessert and the other is more of a sweet snack, but regardless, these are great additions to have on Thanksgiving. Let’s start with the dessert. I LOVE a good bread pudding, although I know some who don’t, usually complaining about the texture/consistency. I never quite understood that angle, but to each their own. I make a few mean bread puddings, but admittedly, I’m not much of a baker. However, when it comes to bread pudding, I am a pro. This version is a Turkey Day winner and is done in a slow cooker, which is kind of key on Thanksgiving since the oven is usually crammed full

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Butterscotch and Caramel Pecan Bread Pudding 9 cups fresh homemade bread, such as an Italian or English bread, cut into ½ cubes 1 cup chopped pecans 1 cup caramel chips 4 large eggs 2 cups half and half ½ cup brown sugar, packed ½ cup melted butter 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 tsp of a mix of white sugar and ground cinnamon Butterscotch sauce Vanilla ice cream and/or whipped cream Grease a 4-quart slow cooker. Plop in the bread and ½ the pecans. In a bowl, whisk the eggs, cream, brown sugar, butter and vanilla until well blended.

Pour over the bread and pecans and press down gently so the bread absorbs the liquid. Sprinkle the sugar/cinnamon mix over it. Microwave the caramel chips in 15 second increments and stir until melted. Pour over the top and sprinkle the rest of the pecans over the top. Cook covered on low for 3-4 hours or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Serve warm, top with ice cream and/or whipped cream and finish with butterscotch sauce.

Lastly, as I said, this is more of a treat to have around the house this time of year than it is a dessert, and that is a classic fudge. The holiday seasons have always been popular fudge seasons in our house when I was growing up. Generally, it was always a traditional chocolate fudge with nuts and a peanut butter fudge, which I have always been a big fan of. Well, this one

screams Thanksgiving, as it’s Pumpkin Fudge, if you haven’t had or heard of it before. It combines the flavor of cinnamon and caramel as well to create an outstanding blend of flavors. It goes together pretty easy and the only thing difficult or frustrating thing about it is waiting a few hours for it to cool and set, and more importantly, eat.

Creamy Pumpkin Fudge 3 cups sugar ¾ cups butter 5 oz can evaporated milk ½ can canned pumpkin 10 oz package of caramel chips 2 tsp ground cinnamon 7 oz marshmallow fluff Spray a 9 x 13 glass baking pan with pan spray. Line the pan with foil and spray that generously as well. In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, butter, evaporated milk and pumpkin.

Cook over a medium-high heat, stirring frequently until it boils. Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue to boil, still stirring, at a moderate rate until a digital thermometer reaches 234 degrees. I know it’s a weird number, but trust me. This will likely take 15-20 minutes, so be patient. Remove from the heat immediately. Stir in the caramel chips and cinnamon and stir until the chips have melted completely. Add the marshmallow and continue to stir until well melted and smooth. Pour the mixture into the foiled pan and let it sit for 2-3 hours until completely cooled.

Do so at room temp. Do not rush the cooling process. Once cooled, pull out the foil from the pan, cut into squares and enjoy.

Happy Thanksgiving! Until next time, ciao my friends!

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