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Your Guide to What’s Happening in NH’s Lakes Region
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Pamper Mom
This Mother’s Day
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Golf • page 13 What’s Up • pages 10 & 11
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Marvelous Mother’s Day Specials Story and Photo by Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Mother’s Day is a special time to honor mothers and grandmothers and, over the years, it has become a beloved national holiday. It comes at a beautiful time of year in the Lakes Region, when the flowers are blooming and spring is upon us. In the area there are many places to visit and things to do on Mother’s Day, whatever interests your mother or grandmother may have. Come to the caves for Mother’s Day — Polar Caves, to be exact! On May 10 and 11 Moms are admitted free with any other paid admission. Wear comfortable clothing, good footwear, and plan to explore the fascinating and ages-old caves. Then visit the animal exhibits and have a family lunch in the snack bar. The gift shop is full of beautiful items for Mom and the entire family. Polar Caves is located on Route 25 in Rumney. Call 603-536-1888 or visit www.polarcaves.com. While in the Rumney-Plymouth area, plan to bring Mom to the Museum of the White Mountains located at 34 Highland Street, at Plymouth State University. The museum features many fascinating old photos, paintings, and artifacts tracing the history of New Hampshire’s North Country. Admission is free and the museum is open Tuesday - Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Visit www.plymouth.edu/ museum-of-the-white-mountains. Take Mom out on the waters of
beautiful Lake Winnipesaukee and treat her to a delicious and memorable Mother’s Day Brunch and Cruise on the M/S Mount Washington on Sunday, May 11. The cruise has two departure times: 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., from the Weirs Beach dock. Brunch is a delectable buffet with lots of goodies from which to choose. Musical entertainment will take place during the cruise. After your meal, accompany Mom as she browses around the huge Mount Washington. If the weather is fine, enjoy the passing scenery from on deck in one of the many seats set throughout the ship for your relaxation. The cruises sell out, so call early to reserve your Mother’s Day Brunch Cruise tickets at 603-366-5531
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lasting approximately one hour. Tarbin Gardens (open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) is located at 321 Salisbury Road (Route 127 South), Franklin. For information and directions, call 603-934-3518 or visit www.tarbingardens.com. Does Mom love the romance and allure of a train ride? If so, head to the Conway Scenic Railroad for its Mothers’ Day Special on May 11 when Moms ride free in Coach when accompanied by one or more of her children. Moms may choose to ride First Class for free when accompanied by another paying adult. Complimentary appetizers will be served in the First Class Parlor Car. (Those who are late in getting a gift for Mom can visit the train station’s gift shop with lots of unusual gifts.) Visit www.conwayscenic.com or call 1-800232-5251. Women have long served their country during times of war and peace. The Wright Museum at 77 Center Street in Wolfeboro is offering all mothers free admission to the museum on May 11 (when accompanied by family members). The museum offers a fascinating look back at the days of World War II when both men and women on the home front, as well as abroad, did their part in the fight for freedom. Call the Wright Museum at 603-569-1212. What better place to spend Mother’s Day than at a castle? Beautiful Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough will
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or get tickets online at www.cruiseNH. com. Moms love flowers, whether they are receiving a beautiful bouquet from their children or admiring a flower garden. For a unique and unforgettable Mother’s Day adventure, take your Mom to the Mother’s Day Special at Tarbin Gardens in Franklin. Moms receive free admission when accompanied by a ticket-payer. Tarbin Gardens is a unique and beautiful English garden open to the public. Explore the extensive gardens, then sit awhile and relax. Bring a picnic lunch to eat at the Rose Garden Patio. Visitors can choose to take an educational guided tour starting at 11 a.m. and
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offer a Special Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11, at 10:30 a.m. Treat Mom to a delicious brunch in the Winnipesaukee Ballroom with gorgeous views of the Lakes Region. Diners need reservations; call 603476-5414. Live theatre is a favorite of many Moms and the Interlakes Summer Theatre at Inter-Lakes High School in Meredith will be presenting “Our Corner of the Sky, A Tribute to the Music of Stephen Schwartz” (composer of Wicked, Godspell, Pippin, and more) on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m. and Your point-and-click dining Sunday, May 11, at 3 p.m., just in time for Mother’s Day weekend. There will be a silent auction during each
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performance. Call 1-888-245-6374 for ticket information. If your mother loves history, bring her to Heaven on Earth, also known as Canterbury Shaker Village, on Shaker Road in Canterbury. On May 11, tour the village buildings which are full of history, then visit the museum shop and let Mom pick out a gift from among the variety of items, including Shaker books, ornaments, and pottery. Call 603-783-9511 to reserve. Start the day off right with a wonderful brunch in Wolfeboro. Wolfe’s Tavern at the Wolfeboro Inn on Main Street will be offering a delicious Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 11, starting at 11 a.m. The buffet is a great guide for the Lakesbrunch Region. way to fuel up for a leisurely day of shopping in Wolfeboro. Call 603-5693016 for information.
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Cascade Spa Offers Range of Treatments in Newly Completed Spa and Salon By Thomas P. Caldwell Rapid growth since the inception of the Cascade Spa at Church Landing in Meredith has spurred its opening in the third space of its nine-year history — and such a spa it is! With an Art Deco theme based on the 1920s and 1930s, but updated for the 21st century, the new spa, which opened on April 7, has three relaxation areas, the largest of which includes a fireplace and juice bar featuring soothing teas and antioxidant wellness waters, with windows overlooking the indooroutdoor pool. Seats are plush and comfortable for relaxing prior to and after treatments. The spa has additional treatment rooms and a full-service salon. The Cascade Spa has been at the forefront of full-service resort spas from the beginning, which explains why the original spa on the second floor of the inn had to be expanded five years later into a full spa and, finally, to the new space featuring couple’s suites as well as individual treatment rooms; and services ranging from nail and hair care to facials, massage, and body treatments. The spa has a strong local following as well as clientele who are
guests of Mill Falls at the Lake, and its popularity keeps it open seven days a week, year-round. Spa Director Martha Zyla lists warm bamboo massage, Himalayan salt stone, and Tibetan sound bowl therapy among the offerings that are just being introduced in the spa industry but which already are traditions at the Cascade Spa. The spa also offers ancient cupping therapy
which provides nourishment and allows toxins to be carried away. Employing 25 people prior to the renovations, the Cascade Spa has added five more employees because of the expanded space which was designed by Samyn-D’Elia Architects of Ashland, with interior design by Pat Sava of Sava Designs of Waterville Valley, and completed by Conneston Construction, Inc.,
of Laconia. Pat Sava has been providing high-quality designs for hotels, resorts, and residential projects across the country, utilizing innovative design techniques. Upon entering the Cascade Spa, one finds a reception area whose standout features are a frosted-glass waterfall and lighted shelves that feature products for hair and nail care, body lotions, and scents. Locker rooms feature a steam room and sauna as well as the comfortable robes and sandals that clients will wear during their treatments. In addition to massage, the spa offers body work, facials, pedicures and manicures, hair and nail service, and waxing. Martha notes that the spa uses only natural nail designs with no acrylics, and state-of-the-art products such as Kerstin Florian, HydroPeptide, and Zents brands. The salon uses Moroccanoil hair products and other well-known vendors who offer eco-friendly products and eschew animal testing. The Cascade Spa serves both men and women, with men being • Cascade Spa Continued on page 8
Visit the Castle and you’ll see. 1914 Arts and Crafts mansion • 5,500 acres of trails and waterfalls • Patio Cafe with sumptuous view • Gift shop • Horseback riding
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• Cascade Spa Continued from page 6 the fastest-growing segment of the spa industry, according to Martha. Clients range in age from 18 to 75 with the bulk of them between 35 and 65. “Men are beginning to see the therapeutic benefits,” Martha said. She explained, “The spa initially was thought of as a place to relax and have a day with friends. Today, it’s more a place for respite and health benefits. Many clients have recently gone through medical treatments and they come here to alleviate the stress. I can really see when people benefit from treatments, but it’s also a place to go for respite. It’s beneficial to a person’s well-being.” She added, “Our belief is wellness and beauty from inside out, and our services and products reflect that. Our focus at Cascade Spa is to ensure our guests enjoy their moments of respite.” The décor of the spa aids in displacing the stress, with quiet background music and a hushed atmosphere that will not distract clients during their treatments. The spa has six treatment rooms and three relaxation areas, and the salon has four stations for pedicures, three for styling, and two for manicures.
“Education is important,” Martha says. “We do a lot of brand training and followup education, keep up our certification, and bring in companies that give back.” The client reaction to the new spa has been overwhelmingly positive, Martha said. “They call it stunning, unique, and beautiful. With the art deco theme, many say it’s like going to a different place in time. “I’ve been here eight years,” she said, “and it’s a joy to see the growth.”
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Linda Poiré: Comfort Through Touch By Thomas P. Caldwell As a nurse, Linda Poiré knew that many symptoms that are being treated by drugs can be effectively treated by paying closer attention to the body and learning how to take better care of it. She was getting regular massage therapy herself and she knew first-hand the benefits it provided. When considering the next step in her professional career, which might have meant training as a nurse practitioner, Linda decided on another route. She went to the North Eastern Institute of Whole Health in Manchester and became a licensed massage therapist which led to opening her own business, Prayerful Touch. In the nearly 10 years since then, she has continued taking courses to keep up with the trends and increase her understanding of methods that provide comfort through touch. “I believe in continuing education,” said Linda, who still works 30 hours a week at LRGHealthcare as a nurse in occupational health, while also holding office hours for massage therapy from her own office at Village West in Gilford. Her regular hours in Gilford are Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings; but if there is an urgent need, she will see people on Sunday. Linda offers a range of therapeutic methods, beginning with relaxation techniques and myofascial release (soft-tissue therapy to treat musculoskeletal pain and immobility). For the
last couple of years, she has found cupping therapy to be “kind of neat” — “There are immediate, wonderful results,” she said. Cupping is a negative-pressure therapy that has been in use since ancient times, she said, originally using animal horns and fire to create suction. By heating the cup or the air inside it, then placing it against the skin, a suction is created as the air inside the cup cools and contracts. Today, it typically involves glass or rubber disks and, sometimes, the vacuum is created with a mechanical suction pump. Rubber cups can create suction without heating by allowing the therapist to squeeze the air out. “I’ve seen people who have been going to physical therapy for months
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Lakes Region Spas There is nothing like a little pampering, and with Mother’s Day approaching, this is the perfect time to treat Mom to a relaxing and invigorating visit to a day spa. Whether for a simple manicure or pedicure or a full massage, the Lakes Region offers many opportunities to pamper Mom — or anyone in the family, for that matter. Usually seen only in terms of the pampering and as a respite from the stresses of daily life, massage and body treatments offer more than relaxation. There is an increasing recognition of the therapeutic value of massage and
both men and women are seeking out the services of those trained in the various techniques offering relief from pain, alternatives to pharmaceutical remedies, and the spiritual benefits that are incorporated into many of the treatments. Practitioners take their work very seriously, seeking out continuing education, learning new techniques, and keeping up with industry trends. There is a lot more to the treatments than many people realize, and licensed massage therapists can offer advice on managing pain and getting the most out of a visit to the local spa.
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May 8, Top 10 Things I Learned About My Family From My Couch, 7 p.m.,genealogy research program at Wolfeboro Public Library, co-sponsored by Lakes Region Genealogy Group. Call 603-569-2428, www.wolfeborolibrary.org. May 8, The Glory of Creation, Pemigewasset Choral Society, 7:30 p.m., Gilford Community Church. www.pemichoral.org . May 9, Inspired by Nature, 10:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Road, Moultonbrough. A demonstration of the Ikenobo School of Ikebana flower arranging. Reservations are required. Call 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org May 9, Tea and Talk, featuring author Cheryl Wilfong, 2 p.m., Moulton Farm, Meredith, sponsored by Bayswater Book Co. Call 603-253-8858, www.bayswaterbooks.com. May 9, Los Sugar Kings, 2 p.m., free concert & Q&A, Brett School, Tamworth, 603-3230104, act@artstamworth.org .
May 8, Storytelling Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Corner House Inn, 22 Main St., Center Sandwich. Libby Franck, Storyteller. Call 603-284-6219. www.cornerhouseinn.com May 8, Rhythms & Dance of Cuba, 6:30 p.m. workshop, Tamworth Lyceum, 603-3230104, act@artstamworth.org .
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May 7, The Standells, 8 p.m., The Brickhouse, 2 Orchard St., Dover. 603-749-3838, doverbrickhouse.com. May 8, Focus on Farmers, 6 p.m., 897 Pound Road, Madison. Gathering for farmers and producers from Carroll County and western Maine to discuss shared challenges and goals. Call 603-224-5022, http://nofanh.org/nofa-event/nofa-nh-focus-farmers-carroll-county.
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May 9, The Sweetbloods, Middle Ground, 6:30 p.m., Corner House Inn, 22 Main St., Center Sandwich. Live Music in the Pub. Call 603-284-6219. www.cornerhouseinn.com May 9, The Glory of Creation, Pemigewasset Choral Society, 7:30 p.m., Saint Paul Roman Catholic Church, Franklin. www.pemichoral.org . May 9, Los Sugar Kings, 7:30 p.m., Barnstormers Theatre, Tamworth. 603-323-0104, act@artstamworth.org .
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May 9, LLBD Ballroom Social Dance, 8-11 p.m., Inn on Main, 200 North Main Street, Wolfeboro. Call Judy at 603-937-0113 or see www.lovelaughballroomdancecenter.com . May 10, Motor City Fever, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House. Call 603-335-1992. May 11, Mother’s Day Brunch, 10 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Road, Moultonborough. Reservations required. Call 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org May 11, The Glory of Creation, Pemigewasset Choral Society, 3 p.m., Hanaway Theater at Silver Cultural Arts Center, PSU, Plymouth. www.pemichoral.org . May 14, Moved and Seconded: Town Meeting in New Hampshire, 7 p.m., Ashland School Cafeteria, 16 Education Drive, Ashland, featuring Rebecca Rule, based on the research for her book of the same name. The free program is funded by the NH Humanities Council and is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Town Library, who will serve refreshments. May 15, 9th annual Antique Car Festival, 5 p.m., parking lot of Gilford Community Church, 19 Potter Hill Road, Gilford. Antique cars, trucks, and street rods will be on display and there will be a barbecue at 6 p.m. Tickets must be purchased from the church office at 603-524-6057 or email gccoffice@metrocast.net before May 13. May 15, Storytelling Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Corner House Inn, 22 Main St., Center Sandwich. Lynee Cullen, Storyteller. Call 603-284-6219. www.cornerhouseinn.com May 16 & 18, 32nd Annual Winni Derby, sponsored by the Laconia Rotary Club. www. winniderby.com May 16, Time Hazelton & David Young, 6:30 p.m., Corner House Inn, 22 Main St., Center Sandwich. Live Music in the Pub. Call 603-284-6219. www.cornerhouseinn.com May 17, Arts Festival, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Warner, sponsored by Kearsarge Area Chamber of Commerce. www.kearsargechamber.org/Warner or siw@kearsargechamber.org.
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May 17, A Tribute to the Three B’s, 7:30 p.m., Inter-Lakes Community Auditorium, Rte. 25 Meredith. Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra. www.lrso.org May 17, LA/Boston Connection starring Lou Ramey and Joey Carroll, 9 p.m., Comedy at Pitman’s Freight Room, 94 New Salem St., Laconia, 603-527-0043 or 603-494-3334, msmith789@comcast.net, info@pitmansfreightroom.com; pitmansfreightroom.com. May 17 & 18, Royal Wedding, 8 p.m. Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., Village Players Theater, 51 Glendon St., Wolfeboro. See and hear classic movies on the big screen. Call 603-569-9656. www. village-players.com May 18, Come, Gentle Spring, concert by Clearlakes Chorale, 2 p.m., St. Katharine Drexel Church, Alton. www.clearlakeschorale.org.
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• Linda Poiré Continued from page 9 become pain-free after five sessions of cupping,” Linda said, noting that cups come in a variety of sizes. Having trained in New York City, Linda said she is the only advanced cupping therapist in the area. She also uses acupressure combined with magnets and suction to treat such symptoms as low-back pain and migraines. There also are cosmetic uses for cupping, Linda said. “Facial cupping can decrease the fine lines on the face, and firm up the collagen.” The use of massage has gone through transformations over the years. Traditionally, it has been used for relaxation and sports therapy. More recently, it has been seen as part of being healthy. For Linda, massage therapy has its place alongside traditional medicine and she works with primary care physicians and chiropractors in determining what methods to use. Massage works with the soft tissue, while chiropractic works with bones, and Linda says they work well together in treating problems. The massage gets the muscles relaxed so the chiropractor can more easily manipulate the bones. Linda also uses essential oils and stone therapy in providing relief from pain, and says she treats clients with all different needs, ages, and physical conditions. She begins by going over the person’s health history and then discusses physical activities that might affect them, such as shoveling snow. “I try to learn what the person came for,” she said. As Reiki has become more popular
and spread into widespread use, Linda said she sees it in the context of people’s belief systems. “What Reiki is for one person, prayer is for another,” she said. “Respect for their wishes is really important.” Saying she is passionate about massage therapy and she does 15 to 20 sessions per week, Linda added, “We have to take care of ourselves, too. There’s a lot of burnout for massage therapists, and being a nurse in occupational health, I know that ergonomics is important. It’s important for us to get regular massages, as well as good nutrition and enough sleep. I do cupping on myself, too, when needed.” The most popular sessions are the one-hour appointments. Linda said it takes 20 minutes for the relaxation to set in. For specific issues, a half-hour session is okay. But there are those who book an hour and a half, and she said people can bring in their own music for the background. “Atmosphere is very important,” she said. “You want calmness, cleanliness, a quiet noise level, and a good temperature. I use a table warmer because, once there is oil on the skin, the temperature goes down. For those who find it difficult to lie flat, she offers chair massages. “I have lots of years as a nurse, and I teach on medical procedures,” Linda said. “So I do education with the clients, about ergonomics, nutrition, what kind of doctor to see for such-and-such a condition; and I give them questions to ask the doctor. I leave a half-hour between sessions so I’m not rushed and can help with questions.” As for the frequency of visits, she said that is determined by her clients.
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“It’s not inexpensive, so the ability to pay affects the frequency.” But she said she is willing to pick up elderly clients at their homes if they cannot or do not want to drive. The office itself is ADAcompliant with easy access and a low table for those with physical limitations. “I always give them a bottle of water,” she adds, noting that hydration is important after a massage because it mobilizes cellular debris that needs to be flushed out of the system. “There is a proliferation of spas now, due to the growing awareness of
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Everyone’s Mom By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Maybe it was having a mother who helped other families in the neighborhood. Maybe it was marrying her high school sweetheart and receiving his life-long encouragement. Or maybe it was just her own bighearted personality and the belief that children (of all ages) matter that makes Laconia’s Sue Page a Mom to many more than her own two children. “I have always loved kids. Teens and little ones and older kids too,” Sue says. It is lucky that Sue loves children, because she is certainly surrounded by little ones at her job as bookkeeper and family liaison of Lakes Region Child Care Services (she works in the Laconia facility). “I have been here six years in December,” Sue adds as she sits at her desk in the busy office. In the background, the sound of children’s laughter can be heard as they engage in play in the childcare section of the building. Further reminders of the many children and families Sue serves are visible on the large circular post that runs from floor to ceiling in her office. Painted a bright red, the post serves as
a bulletin board of sorts and is covered with drawings by children and thankyou notes and cards from parents. “When I moved into the office, I wasn’t sure what to do with that big post but it’s a great place to put thank-you cards and pictures made for me by the kids,” Sue says. Indeed, there are many thank-you cards written by grateful parents who turned to Sue for all sorts of resources as well as for her valuable advice. Often, part of her job involves working with families to set up payment plans for childcare. That frequently leads to a discussion about the family’s overall finances. Priorities are a big thing with Sue and she gently reminds parents that budgeting is important and the overall responsibility for their children’s care lies with them. “I don’t sugar-coat things when it comes to finances,” she adds firmly. Sue has access to many resources, but she makes sure families use help wisely and act as responsible parents. The cards thank Sue for all sorts of help, ranging from finding financial aid for fuel to suggestions of area food pantries, and much more. “I believe if you teach someone to
fish, they will be able to feed themselves rather than handing them a fish. I help families find necessary resources to meet the needs of their children, but there are no handouts,” she says. Sue’s background reads like a wonderful love story. She met her husband, Greg Page, while they were young. Laughing, she recalls, “When I was a teenager, I was working at Dairy Queen on Union Avenue in Laconia. Greg was working across the street at the car wash. We have known each
other for 41 years and we have been married for 39 years.” While Sue took a bookkeeping course at a college in New Jersey after high school graduation, Greg often made the trip “in his little sports car” to visit her, according to Sue. After she graduated, Sue returned to the Lakes Region and married Greg. They settled in Laconia where Greg is a builder.
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• Everyone’s Mom Continued from page 13 Soon two sons came along and Sue jumped right into the role of Mom with enthusiasm. “I stayed home with our sons, Jim and Andrew, the first 10 years, and then worked part-time in the local school where they were enrolled. It allowed me to be with them as they were growing up and to have the same holidays as they did so we could do things together,” Sue recalls. When her children attended Woodland Heights Elementary School in Laconia, Sue was the president of the PTA and her husband coached Little League baseball. Clearly, being involved parents was important for the Pages and Sue has never stopped volunteering and helping youngsters. Today, her sons are grown. Both are in their 30s; one lives and works in Boston and the other works and resides locally. While she has no grandchildren at this time, Sue is not lacking for children in her life, due to her job and also to the volunteer tasks she undertakes. “I have been a volunteer for the St. Vincent de Paul Children’s Foundation since 1995,” she said. “We do many projects to help children and families all year round.” While she makes light of the commitment, Sue’s work with the Children’s Foundation takes up a great deal of her free time. It is a commitment she embraces, always using her belief in helping others but expecting those seeking help to ultimately be responsible for their children. The foundation does many things for
families in need, such as Project Pencil, offering back-to-school backpacks and school supplies for children in need. “We work closely with local school guidance counselors and nurses and child care centers because they know where the need is,” Sue said. Young adults can receive help from the Foundation in the form of scholarship money for college books. At the Christmas holidays, basics (clothing, socks, underwear, diapers, personal hygiene items such as shampoo and soap, etc.) are given to families in need. Between 700 and 900 children receive help at Christmas. While Sue says she would love to provide luxury items for children, it is most important to provide the basics for families. It teaches by example that it is important to make sure children are cared for in the basics before purchasing luxury items and toys. A summer camp program offers a week of fun for children who might otherwise be stuck inside an apartment or house all summer while their parents work. “St. Vincent’s is a big part of my life. I originally got involved when someone mentioned it and I was interested in learning more. The look on a child’s face or a parent’s face when you offer them a helping hand is worth the hours I put in,” Sue comments. (She serves as vice-president of the foundation). When asked why she spends her precious free time, and often time at work, reaching out to children and their parents, Sue shrugs. “It is just who I am, I guess. At work, I am one of the older employees and I have the life experience. I see the need in others and I do what I can to help, especially
Suddenly Still Photography if children are involved.” Also, as the oldest of four children, Sue nurtured her siblings and often babysat in her neighborhood when she was growing up. Adding that she grew up around lots of kids, Sue also credits the example her mother set as another reason for wanting to give back to others. “My Mom was involved with the nursery guild and she volunteered a lot at church. And if someone in the neighborhood passed away, she would organize other neighbors to make sure the family was fed,” Sue recalls. As Mother’s Day approaches, Sue is very thankful for her own family. “I have a very understanding, helpful husband and I am lucky I found him! And my sons are great, too,” she
reflects. When asked what advice she would give other mothers who are raising children today, she said, “I am not sure I can give advice. I would just say that every parent has to do what seems right for her situation. And you need to realize you cannot be the best all the time.” As for her work helping children, she concludes with modesty, “I am just one tiny ripple in the pond when it comes to helping others.” That one ripple has touched many lives and hundreds of children have benefited from Sue’s example and her desire to help others. That is perhaps the best Mother’s Day gift anyone could receive.
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• Pie Lady Continued from page 15 intimidated by pie-making. Rolling pie crust dough looks tricky, never mind the actual making of a good crust from scratch. There are many tips AnnMarie has picked up as she navigated the world of baking. One question many bakers have is if the weather really affects a pie crust, or is that just an old wives’ tale? Laughing as she shapes the chilled dough into a ball in preparation for rolling, she says, “Oh, yes, weather definitely does affect how your crust will turn out. The amount of water you need for a crust depends on the weather. If it is a humid summer’s day, there is a lot of moisture in the air, so you don’t want to put too much water in the crust. We use ice
cubes in the water to make sure it will be chilled when going into the crust.” Adding water to the crust slowly is another tip Ann-Marie shares. Add the water a bit at a time and then mix the crust instead of dumping in too much water all at once and running the risk of creating sticky dough. Ann-Marie also adds that it is important to never touch the dough with your hands while mixing or rolling out the crust. (Cleanliness is of the utmost importance when Ann-Marie and Jack are cooking and they keep their hands and all cooking surfaces sterile.) She keeps the pie dough covered in Saran Wrap; the
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heat a n d moisture from the baker’s hands can affect the crust. As she works on the pie with skilled hands, she shares other tips, such as flouring the roller before rolling the crust and thinking ahead of time to determine what wash you want for the top crust. “I use an egg wash sometimes, which is just an egg and a pinch of salt; no milk is added. For some pies, I use a milk or cream wash.” After Ann-Marie beats the egg, she applies it to the pie crust surface with a pastry brush. As the pie bakes in the oven, the wash creates an attractive, browned surface. Jack explained that they have tried many recipes and have their favorites, which are often old recipes that result in great, flavorful pies and jams. “My all-time favorite pie is a raspberry glace. It is a refrigerator pie and it won first prize at Sandwich Fair one year,” said Ann-Marie as she explained the ingredients of the chilled pie that is heavenly to indulge in on a hot summer’s evening. Along with making dinners and
pies for customers, Ann-Marie and Jack participate in fairs and holiday shows where their jams and jellies and pies are popular sellers. One customer is so dedicated to Ann-Marie’s pies and jams and jellies that he parks himself by their booth and urges shoppers to sample the Pie Lady’s products. The kitchen at Ann-Marie’s home is never unused. She says they are most likely making pies every day for private customer orders or shows. “When we have a fair or show, we make about 40 pies in eight hours. At Christmas, we make 25 to 30 pies a week to fill orders. And we are very busy with orders in the summer months.” Ann-Marie’s chicken pie is a favorite among customers because it is chock full of fresh vegetables encased in her popular pie crust. In the summer, Jack steps out to their extensive garden for fresh vegetables and herbs and also rotisseries chicken for the pies. Once the pie is filled with the chicken mixture, the couple works together to create the lattice top. If
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• Pie Lady Continued from page 16 Ann-Marie starts to hurry (she is a ball of creative energy), Jack chides her gently, reminding her to “slow down a bit, honey.” “His help is invaluable to me,” she says with a grin and a pat on her husband’s hand. The bond between Ann-Marie and Jack is very strong and they work well together with the ultimate goal of creating delicious foods for people, as well as having fun in the kitchen. The lattice top of the chicken pie indeed is best-created with two people. As Ann-Marie cuts the lattice strips and applies them to create the pie’s top, Jack keeps track of which way to weave the strips for the intricate lattice pattern. “Then I crimp the edges and Jack does the egg wash to finish it off,” Ann-Marie adds as she slides the pie into the waiting oven. “When we cook whole meals for people now and then, if requested, we tell them we make the things we like to cook, such as the chicken pie. They must be willing to choose from the dishes we enjoy making,” she said. Jams and jellies are another part of the Jam’n Pie Lady business. “I have been making jam for 45 years,” AnnMarie explained. “I started when my kids were little because they picked grapes at our home and asked me to make grape jelly. I got a cookbook out of the library that gave jelly and jam recipes. That is how I started.” In their state-of-the-art kitchen, the couple makes hundreds of jars of tasty jams and jellies each year. Food
preparation and safety are always stressed when making jams and jellies. The canning process kills any bacteria and the couple is very careful and adheres to the strictest practices to ensure highly sterilized products. “I have 40 to 50 types of jams that I make, but strawberry and raspberry are among my best-sellers,” Ann-Marie said. Other top-selling jams (AnnMarie uses only the freshest fruits) are spiced peach, blueberry lime, and triple berry. She pulls out an old, 1960s recipe book featuring all kinds of jams and says she still marvels at the variety of recipes in the old book, compared to today’s less-creative jam recipes. (Another unusual and incredibly tasty jam is her blueberry lime.) The Jam’n Pie Lady’s products are very popular and Ann-Marie related the story of one loyal jam customer who tasted the spiced peach jam and just had to place an order. “She bought two cases to take back home to Virginia!” The next year, she could not get to New Hampshire, so she had her sister purchase the jam and deliver it on a trip to Virginia. As the couple works in the kitchen, they speak often of their goal to give back to the community and donate when and where they can. When there is a fundraiser for a hospital or nonprofit organization, or for a sick person in the community, they are right there with donations of pies and other foods. “Charitable work is very important to us and a way to give to our community,” Jack says. Although technically retired from
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With summertime gardens to tend, meats to rotisserie on their outdoor grill, and busy seasons of fairs and private customer orders to fill, there is little time to think about getting old. In the home and world of the Jam’n Pie Lady, it’s full steam ahead. To speak with Ann-Marie about jams, jellies, and pie orders, call 603-2849239 or email ann-marie@selinger.org.
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