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June 26-July 4, Ossipee Old Home Week, events (subject to change): 539-1307.
June 28, Ossipee Bike Giveaway, 10 am, Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 539-1307. June 29, Outdoor Story Time, 10:30-11:30 am, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.
June 30, Canterbury Community Farmers Market, 4-6:30 pm, in field by Elkins Library, 9 Center Rd., Canterbury, fresh produce and more from vendors, with live music by Dudley Laufman, www.canterburyfarmersmarket.com. (Takes place every Wed. till last Wed. in Sept.) June 30, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free.
June 30, Ice Cream Social, 7 pm, Main Street Park, Ossipee, info: Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 539-1307.
July 1, All About Birds Day, 9:30 am-5 pm, celebrate birds, see raptors up close, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www. nhnature.org.
July 1, Cruise Night at Ballroom Café, Ossipee, Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 5391307.
July 1, Movies on Packard, 8-10 pm, Packard’s Field, Packard’s Rd., Waterville Valley, bring your family, blankets, chairs and drinks, (snacks will be provided) for family movie on the big screen, www.waterville.com or call 1-800-GO-VALLEY.
July 1, Talent Show in Constitution Park, Ossipee, info: Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 539-1307. July 1-5, Independence Day Home and Business Decorating Contest. Vote for your favorite, maps at wolfeborochamber.com or wolfeboronh.us/parksrecreation. July 2, Band in Constitution Park, 7pm,Ossipee, food in the park, info: Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 539-1307.
July 2, Fireworks over Wolfeboro Bay, 9:30-10:30 pm, info: www. wolfeborochamber.com.
July 2, Garden Tour, with gardener Gretchen Large, 9:30 am, tour Lucknow’s historic and garden landscapes, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, preregistration is a must: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 2, NLRA Story Time, 11 am, at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 N. Shore Rd., Hebron in partnership with Minot Sleeper Library and Slim Baker Area, 744-8689.
July 3, Behind the Library Concert, 4-5 pm, Cook Memorial Library, Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.
July 3, Boat Parade on Lake Winnipesaukee from Winter Harbor to Wolfeboro Bay, noon to 2 pm, wolfeborochamber.com.
July 3, Childrens Center presents Fairy Find, 9 am-8 pm, Bridge Falls Path, Wolfeboro, www.thechildrenscenter.org. July 3, 1st Annual Wolfeboro Lions Club Car Show, 11 am-2 pm, free, open to the public, fun, non-judged show, 1975 and older vehicles, enter a vehicle by arriving prior to 10:30 am day of event, held at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, concessions, 50/50 raffle, to benefit Lions Club Charitable fund, info: ginalessard.nh@gmail.com. July 3, Corn Hole Tournament, 9 am, Constitution Park, Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 539-1307.
July 3, Fireworks, dusk, foot of Newfound Lake, Bristol, rain date July 4, 7443354 ext. 136.
July 3, Fourth of July Boat Parade, 1:30 pm, foot of Newfound Lake, Bristol, rain date July 4, 744-3354 ext. 136.
July 3, Independence Day Family Carnival, 11 am-3 pm, Packard’s Field, Packard’s Rd., Waterville Valley, games, t-shirt tie-dying, giant inflatables, live music, dunk tank, Waterville Valley Touch-a-Truck, $10 per child, register: wvrd. recdesk.com.
July 3, Paradise Duo, noon-3 pm, Gazebo live concert, Town Square, Waterville Valley, www.waterville.com. July 3, Tamworth Farmer’s Market, 9 am-noon, KA Brett School, 881 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, info: www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org. July 3, Thurs. Afternoon Band concert, Summer Concert Series, 7-9 pm, free, bring your own chair and enjoy music by the lake, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Bay, info: 875-0109.
July 3-4, Gunstock 4th of July Weekend Craft Fair, Gunstock Mt. Resort, 10 am-5 pm, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, Joyce’s Craft Show, over 90 exhibitors, variety of artists and crafters, www.joycescraftshows.com.
July 4, Animal Encounters Series: Animals With Bad Reputations, 10 am, Town Square, 33 Village Rd., Waterville Valley, join Squam Lakes Natural Science Center under a tent for a live animal presentation led by naturalist, info: www.waterville.com or call 968-7194.
July 4, Independence Day Parade, 11 am-noon, Town Square, Waterville Valley. July 4, Music on the Meeting House Green presents Kathy Lowe, 4-5 pm, bring your own lawn chair, concert held outdoors, Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 783-9511, www.shakers.org. July 4, Ossipee Independence Day Celebrations, parade: 10 am, festivities in Constitution Park start at 5 pm, fireworks in Constitution Park at 9 pm, Ossipee Parks & Rec.: 539-1307.
July 4, Parade, 11 am, theme: Bristol Rocks! 11 am, downtown Bristol, info/ register: ttccrec.org or townofbristolnh.org.
July 4, Poor Howard Duo, noon-3 pm, Gazebo live concert, Town Square, Waterville Valley, www.waterville.com.
July 4, Reading of Declaration of Independence, 9:30 am, in front of Honor Roll area, next to Sandwich Post Office, Sandwich, readers welcome.
July 4, Wolfeboro Independence Day Parade, downtown Wolfeboro, 1-4 pm, 569-2200.
July 5-16, Summer Youth Theater Camp, Triple Threat Teens, for kids ages 1217, 9 am-3 pm, Rochester Performing Arts Center, 32 N. Main St., Rochester, 9481049, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
July 6, Movie in Kelley Park, dusk, “The Never Ending Story, Kelley Park, N. Main St., Bristol, 744-3354 ext. 136. July 7, Canterbury Community Farmers Market, 4-6:30 pm, in field by Elkins Library, 9 Center Rd., Canterbury, fresh produce and more from vendors, with live music by Speed the Plow, www.canterburyfarmersmarket.com. (Takes place every Wed. till last Wed. in Sept.)
July 7, Music on the Lawn Concert, 6:30-7:30 pm, Cook Memorial Library, Tamworth, www.tamworthlibrary.org.
July 8, Needle Felting a Small World Pin Cushion workshop with Diane
Johnson, 10 am-noon, Sandwich Home Industries, 32 Main St., Center Sandwich, pre-register: 284-6831, www.centersandwich.nhcrafts.org.
ONGOING
ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, open Friday through Monday; 10 am-5 pm, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, artworks4us2@gmail.com, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks. com, ask about summer classes and events.
Back Bay Skippers, Model Yachting, racing of radio controlled model yachts on Bridge Falls Walking Path, Back Bay, Wolfeboro, Tues. and Thurs. 1-4 pm, free, all are welcome, 569-4554.
Basement Tours, 45-minute guided tour of the early 1900s Castle basement, see period appliances, learn about the mansion’s servants and more, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, info/tickets: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, info/call for hours: 524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Belknap Mill Book Club, 6 pm, meets virtually June 30, July 28, August 25, September 29, October 27, November 24 and December 29. Email: bookclub@ belknapmill.org.
Blessed Bargains Thrift Shop, First Congregational Church, 400 Main St., Farmington, 755-4816.
Bristol Historical Society Open House, from June-Sept., Tuesdays at 6:30-8 pm; Saturdays 9 am-noon, 3 High St., Bristol, 744-2751.
Castle in the Clouds, traditional mansion tours, programs, walking trails, dining, please follow CDC guidelines, Moultonboro, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds. org.
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for walking, please respect forests and do not litter, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 284-6428, www.chapmansanctuaryvisneywoods.com.
Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, incredible views of mountains, benches for seating, sketch, paint, meditate, free, directions/info: www.chocorualake.org.
Clark’s Trading Post, Lincoln, www.clarkstradingpost.com, 745-8913. Cruise with a Naturalist, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org. Curbside Food Pickup, 11 am-3 pm Tuesdays & Fridays, call ahead with your order for farm fresh foods, meats & more, Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 323-7591, remickmuseum.org. Discover Squam Cruise, daily at 11 and 1 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org. Evening Yoga on the Castle Lawn, 6 pm, every Wednesday from July 7- Aug. 18, $15 p/p, per class, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, pre-register: 4765900.
Enjoy old fashioned train rides along the western shore of Lake Winnipesaukee and Paugus Bay!
Meredith Station: (2-hour train rides):
154 Main Street, Meredith, NH
Weirs Beach: (1 hour train rides)
211 Lakeside Avenue, Weirs Beach, NH
Explore the rails on our 4-passenger rail bikes! Guided rail bike tours at 10am, 12pm & 2pm Tuesday through Sunday. (closed Mondays) Adv. reservations required.
R Rail Bike Adventures: Laconia Railroad Station 15 Veterans Square, Laconia, NH
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Freedom Gallery, artwork/exhibits by area artists, 8 Elm St, Freedom, info: 610762-2493.
Freedom Village Store, variety of goods from artisan items to baked goods and much more, 11 Elm St., Freedom, info: 539-3077, www.freedomvillagestore.org.
Gilmanton Community Farmers Market, Sundays from 10 am-1 pm, live music, fresh produce, meat, honey, maple syrup, baked goods and more, 1385 NH Rt. 140, Gilmanton Iron Works, info: 393-1083, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com.
Gilmanton’s Own Market, farmers market with fresh produce and more, order goods and for pick-up details, visit https://gilmantonsown.wordpress.com.
Hobo & Winnipesaukee Railroad, scenic rides in Lincoln and Meredith, info: www.HoboRR.com.
Hope Is the Things with Feathers, through month of June, shop features a variety of handmade artisan goods, League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Crafts Gallery, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, 279-7920.
In the Round, via ZOOM, Sundays at 8:45 am, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, join the meeting at https://zoom.us/j/806102625. Info: 284-7532.
Knot Only Knitters, virtual knitting & fiber arts group meets every Monday 2:304:30 pm, Minot Sleeper Library, Bristol 744-3352, www.minotsleeperlibrary.org.
Lakes Region Art Assoc. Gallery, open Thurs.-Sundays from 10 am-6 pm, exhibits by local artists, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 998-0029.
Lakes Region Pantry & Gift Shop, open Saturdays 10 am-1 pm; Wed.-Fri. 11 am-4 pm, donations of clothing/household items welcome, 977 Whittier Highway, Moultonboro, 476-5400, www.lakesregionfoodpantry.org.
Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook, nature trail on boardwalk, free, trail starts to the left of Meredith Village Savings Bank, Meredith, info: 279-9015.
League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, fine handmade crafts and art for sale, workshops, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, hours/info: 279-7920.
Libby Museum of Natural History, natural history and art exhibits, with live animal shows on Wednesdays at 2 pm, 755 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, admission info: 569-1035.
Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonboro, 476-5666. Walking trails, please follow pandemic guidelines. Loon Cruise, Mondays and Fridays at 3 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, tickets/info: 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.
NH Farm Museum, old-time farm, programs, events for families, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org. North East Motor Sports Museum, open Saturdays, 10 am-4 pm, 922 Rt. 106, Loudon, info: 783-0183. www.nemsmuseum.com. Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, Laconia, trails open for hiking. Prescott Farm is located at 928 White Oaks Road in Laconia; www.prescottfarm.org. Quincy Bog Natural Area, 131 Quincy Bog Rd., Rumney, open to public, take the nature trail around the bog, please respect rules to protect animals and bog environment, free, info: www.quincybog.org.
Sanbornton Community Arts Festival, 10 am, runs second Sat. of each month, until Dec, held at Old Town Hall, Meetinghouse Hill Rd., Sanbornton, email: cremy1776@hotmail.com.
Sandwich Sidehillers, meets monthly, trail clearing, Sidehillers clubhouse, 303 Wing Rd., N. Sandwich, sidehillers@gmail.com.
Sculpture Walk, self-guided tour of sculpture locations around downtown Meredith, sponsored by Greater Meredith Program, free, maps/info: 279-9015.
Story Walk on Millstream Path, “Ox Cart Man” by Donald Hall, Bristol, info: www.slimbaker.org.
Summer Movie Nights, Kelley Park, Bristol, info: 744-3354 ext. 136.
Wayfinding: Maps of the White Mountains exhibit, (through Sept. 17, 2021), Museum of the White Mountains, 34 Highland St., Plymouth, info: 535-3210.
Wolfeboro Outdoor Farmers Market, every Thurs. until Oct. 28, 12:30-4:30 pm, Clark Park, 233 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, fresh veggies, flowers, handmade goods and more, info: www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com.
Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and programs focusing on the home front during the war years, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info: wrightmuseum.org, 569-1212. Yoga, Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm, Wakefield Town Hall Opera House, 2 High St., Wakefield, $10 per class, instructor Susan Chadbourne, 522-9977, www. wakefieldnh.myrec.com.
your guide to what’s happening in NH’s Lakes Region... What’s UP Night Life Night Life
June 16-July 3, Betrayal, 4 pm, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, tickets/info: 279-0333.
June 30-July 17, Sleuth, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, tickets/info: 279-0333.
June 30-July 18, A Chorus Line, Interlakes Summer Theatre, One Laker Lane, Meredith, tickets/info: www.interlakestheatre.com, 707-6035. July 1, Bristol Summer Concerts in Kelley Park, Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio, 6:30 pm, free, bring your own lawn chair, N. Main St., Bristol, 744-3354 ext. 136.
July 1, Movies on Packard, 8-10 pm, Packard’s Field, Packard’s Rd., Waterville Valley, bring your family, blankets, chairs and drinks, (snacks will be provided) for family movie on the big screen, www.waterville.com or call 1-800-GO-VALLEY.
July 2, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, pick-up band performs, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free. July 2, 80s Dance Party, free concert, 6 pm, Belknap Mill, Rotary Riverside Park, Beacon St. East, Laconia, 524-8813.
July 2, Foreigners Journey, 7:30 pm, Flying Monkey, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, info: 536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.
July 2, Jim Tyrell concert, 6-9, Gazebo stage, Town Square, 33 Village Rd,, Waterville Valley, www.waterville.comhttp://www.waterville.com or call 1-800-GO-VALLEY.
July 2-3, David Nail, concert at Lakeport Opera House, 8 pm, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, tickets/info: 519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.
July 3, Bob Pratte Band, 6-9 pm, Gazebo live concert, Town Square, Waterville Valley, www.waterville.com.
July 3, Matt Langley performs, 4-6 pm, Patrick’s Pub, 18 Weirs Rd., Gilford, 293-0841, www.patrickspub.com. July 3, Hebron Gazebo Concert & BBQ, 6 pm, with Don Campbell Band, Hebron village, 744-3354 ext. 136.
July 3, Lestah Polyestah, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free. July 3, Thurs. Afternoon Band concert, Summer Concert Series, 7-9 pm, free, bring your own chair and enjoy music by the lake, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Bay, info: 875-0109. July 4, Downtown Dave & the Deep Pockets, 6-9 pm, Gazebo live concert, Town Square, Waterville Valley, www.waterville.com. July 4, John Irish performs, 4-6 pm, Patrick’s Pub, 18 Weirs Rd., Gilford, 293-0841, www.patrickspub.com.
July 5, Open Mic with Paul Luff, 6-8 pm, Patrick’s Pub, 18 Weirs Rd., Gilford, 293-9841, www.patrickspub.com. July 7, Cate Park Band Concert, 7 pm, pick-up band performs, Community Bandstand at Cate Park, downtown Wolfeboro, bring your own lawn chair for seating, free. July 8, Bristol Summer Concerts in Kelley Park, Uncle Steve Band, 6:30 pm, free, bring your own lawn chair, N. Main St., Bristol, 744-3354 ext. 136.
July 8, Summer Concert Series, The Wooden Nickels Band, 6:30 pm, free admission, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, bring your own lawn chair, info: 5694539.
July 9, Houston Bernard Band performs at Lakeport Opera House, 8 pm, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, www.lakeportopera.com.
July 10, Phil & Janet perform, 4-6 pm, Patrick’s Pub, 18 Weirs Rd., Gilford, 293-0841, www.patrickspub.com.
Ongoing
Music in Hesky Park, 6 pm, Fridays from 6/18-9/3, open mic format hosted by Kitty and Kevin Boyle, all are welcome bring a chair or blanket for seating, by town docks, downtown Meredith, info: 279-8942, kevinb@metrocast.net.
Music Night, dinner and live music,Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonboro, 5:30 pm, reservations a must: 476-5900.schedules: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Old-Time Country, Bluegrass, Gospel Music Jam Session, Tuesdays year round, 6:30-9:30 pm, Historic Old White Church, Rt. 109A, Tuftonboro, 5693861.
Open Mic Night, 6 pm, every Monday, Patrick’s Pub & Eatery, 18 Weirs Rd., Gilford, 293-0841, www.patrickspub.com.
Squam Lake Cruises
Explore the Beauty of Squam Lake on a Guided POntoon Boat Cruise
Cruises run daily, mid-May through mid-October
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We Cruise Everyday! Call Today To Make Reservations Seating For Up To 20 People Weekday Specials Available
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LIVE MUSIC IS BACK IN THE LAKES REGION!
Join Great Waters in celebrating over 25 years of amazing performances with a new series Concerts in the Clouds in partnership with the Castle in the Clouds.
PETER CINCOTTI
AUSTRALIAN BEE GEES
CLASSIC ALBUMS LIVE performs THE EAGLES - HOTEL CALIFORNIA
(note for note, cut for cut) July 17, 2021 7:30PM
July 24, 2021 7:30PM
July 31, 2021 7:30PM
To ensure your safety and enjoyment, all shows will be held outdoors at Castle in the Clouds. Visit our website to buy tickets at GreatWaters.org or call (603) 569-7710. Follow us @GreatWatersNH
