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May 22 • Vol 40 • No 7

Memorial Day Observances

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Lakes Region Memorial Day Observances

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper “Our nation owes a debt to its fallen heroes that we can never fully repay.”

Barack Obama We know it as Memorial Day, a time to honor the fallen who served our country, whether in the distant past, or at any time in the history of the United States. Memorial Day was once called Decoration Day, and it is a time for parades and decorating the graves of those who served our country and died while in service.

Decoration Day began in the 1860s, after the Civil War. Many soldiers died while fighting in that war. The practice of decorating the graves of war dead with floral wreaths is where the name Decoration Day originated. Perhaps the end of the month of May was designated as Decoration Day because this was when flowers were sure to be in bloom.

Memorial Day is a time when observances take place everywhere. The following parades and commemorations listed here are in the Lakes Region.

Observances in Laconia will take place on Monday, May 29. Starting at 7 am, the American Legion will hold remembrances at each cemetery in Laconia. There will be a Memorial Day Remembrance at 11 am held at Veteran’s Square in Laconia with a wreath laying, and speakers. After the Remembrance, there will be a free luncheon open to the public at the American Legion, located at 849 Main Street in Laconia.

For information, call 603-524-9728.

Gilford observances will be held on

Monday, May 29 with parade participants gathering in the parking lot of the Gilford Community Church on Potter Hill Road at 9:45 am. The parade will proceed to the WWI/WWII Memorial and Pine Grove Cemetery, where Reverend Michael Graham will lead a prayer. All veterans are invited to join in the parade; there will be an antique firetruck available so that disabled veterans requiring rides can participate in the event. Please call the Gilford Town Hall at 603-527-4700 for further information.

Wolfeboro’s observance will be on Monday, May 29. According to American Legion Post Parade Marshal Paul Vivian, all veteran’s graves in Wolfeboro and Tuftonboro will be decorated. The annual Wolfeboro parade will form at 8:45 am in Brewster Field

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The parade begins at 9 am and will go from Main Street to dockside (downtown) for a lowering of the flag to half mast, and a ceremonial salute. Following this, flower petals will be placed into the lake water. There also will be a playing of Taps. For information on the Wolfeboro observances and parade, call Paul Vivian at 703-798-8978.

In Alton, Memorial Day observances with a parade will be on Monday, May 29. The parade will line up at 9:30 am at Monument Square in downtown Alton and step off at 10 am. The observance will be under the Auspices of Claude R. Batchelder Post 72, American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, Sons of the American Legion and American Legion Riders. Services will be held at Riverside Cemetery and

Monument Square. Following the services, everyone is invited to Post 72 for refreshments. In the event of rain, all services will be held at Post 72 on Rt. 28 Alton. For information, call the Alton Town Hall at 603-875-2161.

Center Harbor’s observance will be held on May 29, with parade participants gathering at 11:45 am at Chase Circle near the downtown area. The parade will begin at noon. There will be a wreath laying at the War Memorial.

The parade will proceed to the Town Docks where there will be music by the Inter-Lakes Marching Band. Music will be “The Star Spangled Banner” and also Echo Taps by Egan Towle and Kalan Brunnel. There also will be a wreath tossing into Lake Winnipesaukee by Stephany and Ron Lavallee.

The final stop will be at the Lakeview Cemetery across from the Congregational Church in Center Harbor with a prayer by Pastor Cathy Turrentine, and music by the Inter-Lakes Marching Band, Echo Taps, and a wreath laying.

Please call the Center Harbor Parks & Recreation Department at 603-4551632 with any questions.

Moultonborough will hold observances on May 29, gathering at the elementary school on Blake Road at 10 am, and proceeding to the Moultonborough Town Hall, located at 6 Holland Street. At the town hall there will be a remembrance ceremony. For information, call 603-476-8868.

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Page 4 | THE LAKER | May 22, 2023 • Memorial Day continued from page 3 The village of Sandwich will feature a Memorial Day Remembrance Program on Monday, May 29. At 10 am, the program will begin at the Honor Roll next to the Post Office on Main Street in Sandwich. For information call 603-284-7139.

Bristol’s observances will be held on May 29. The parade will step off at 9:30 am at the Freudenberg-NOK parking lot on Route 104 and proceed to Homeland Cemetery for prayers, wreath laying, rifle salute and Taps. Participants then go to the Musgrove Bridge on Pleasant Street to place a wreath on the water for servicemen who lost their lives at sea. At this point, there will be a prayer, rifle salute and playing of Taps. The parade will proceed up Lake Street to the Newfound Middle School

and end with a ceremony there. There will be speeches, wreath laying, and selections played by the school band.

A bus will take participants back to the Freudenberg-Nok parking lot at the conclusion of the ceremonies. If the

weather does not cooperate, a ceremony will be held in the Middle School gymnasium. Call Ron Prebble at 603744-8810 for information.

The town of Meredith will observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 29 with a program at Oakland Cemetery at 8 am, and a ceremony at Meredith Village Cemetery. The parade lineup will be at the American Legion on Plymouth Street in downtown Meredith at 9:30 am. The parade proceeds to Hesky Park for a wreath tossing into the water. The service/parade will conclude there.

The town of Plymouth will observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 29, with a parade at 10:30 am starting at the Plymouth Town Hall, located at 6 Post Office Square in Plymouth. For information, email kbaudin@pemibaker.org.

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NH Boat Museum to Offer a Women’s Boating Course On Saturday, June 3 at Back Bay Town Docks in Wolfeboro from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host “Ready To Launch.” A basic boating class for women boaters, the class will be taught by Jacob Marsh from Lakes Region Community College.

“This class is designed for novices and seasoned boaters alike,” said NHBM Executive Director Martha Cummings, who expressed appreciation in again working with Lakes Region Community College. “This class reflects our broader mission to ensure everyone can be safe and have fun on the water.”

Topics covered in the class include safety inspections, engine fluid checks, batteries, jump starting, safe starting procedures, preparing boats when not in use, and more. “We will cover some

boating basics in a safe and comfortable atmosphere for women, ages 16 and up,” added Cummings.

Ready To Launch takes place on Saturday, June 3 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Back Bay Town Docks in Wolfeboro. The cost is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. To register or learn more about NHBM, visit nhbm.org.

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Summer Salads

By Kelly Ross As for today, let’s talk more food, shall we? I am as guilty as anyone, maybe more so, when it comes to picking up a few pounds over the winter season. There are many reasons why that happens, most of us get much less exercise during the cold weather months, but many also rely on some of the classic comfort foods out there during said time of year as they are delicious and warm us up from the inside out. It’s a vicious cycle.

I will admit many of the recipes I share aren’t always about staying healthy, but more about celebrating and enjoying each other’s company with great food. Sometimes, celebrating and eating healthy aren’t things that necessarily go hand in hand. Today, it’s much more about eating healthy, at least for the most part, as today I focus on a bunch of great salad recipes, and some of these are quite unique and very eccentric as well.

I always stress to others that not all recipes are exactly what you are looking for as not everyone likes all ingredients.

I’m all about following certain recipes, especially when it comes to baking as that is more of a science per se, but tweaking recipes is what cooking anything is all about. One line I always told my apprentice cooks in the restaurant world was that being a great cook or chef is all about knowing when to, and not to follow a recipe to the T. Never forget that anyone who sees a recipe should say to themselves, “How can I make this better?”. With that in mind, let’s have some fun making some salads.

Also, most salads go together quickly, so as a result, I can squeeze more reci-

pes into this article than most. My bet is whether a fan of many of these salads or not, you’ll be intrigued by many of the dressings as they work great in many ways, including as a marinade.

I mentioned earlier how a few of these recipes would seem a little weird or eccentric, and this one qualifies. Not many of my friends and family had ever heard of a breakfast salad, and truthfully, neither had I for much of my culinary life, but once I heard of this one, I had to test drive it a few times at home, then eventually I would offer this in the restaurant world. Don’t knock it until you try it as this is a healthy way to start your day with all these veggies and an egg or 2 to get you some protein as well.

This has a southwestern flare to it as includes some Salsa Verde, avocados, kidney beans as well as broken tortilla chips for a little crunch. This recipe is for 2 of you but wicked easy to make for many. You can make these in 10 minutes.

Southwestern Breakfast Salad with Egg & Salsa Verde Vinaigrette 6 tbsp Salsa Verde 2 tbsp plus 2 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided 4 tbsp chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish 4 cups mesclun or other salad greens of choice 14-16 blue corn tortilla chips, broken into large pieces 1 cup canned red kidney beans, rinsed 1-2 avocados, sliced 2-4 large eggs, depending on how many you want Whisk salsa, 2 tbsp oil, and cilantro in a small bowl. Toss half the mixture with mesclun or your choice of greens in a

large shallow bowl and distribute evenly in 2 individual salad bowls. Layer chips, beans, and avocado atop the salads. Heat the remaining oil in small nonstick skillets over medium-high heat. Add egg(s) and cook to over easy until the white is completely cooked but the yolk is still runny. Serve the eggs on top of the salads. Drizzle with the remaining salsa vinaigrette and sprinkle with additional cilantro, if desired.

I think most of you will truly enjoy this if you dare to try it.

Well, since I only know of a single breakfast salad in my repertoire, let’s transition to some awesome side/lunch salads that obviously can be made/eaten any time of day. One of my top raw veggies is easily the cucumber. I love

cukes in salads, plus cucumber sandwiches have always been a summer favorite of mine. These 2 salads can be used as a side salad or meals, depending on your mindset. This first one is a favorite in my circle, combining honeydew, creamy burrata cheese, and pepitas on top of your favorite greens combined with a delicious quick vinaigrette. I’m usually an arugula guy for this one which will make 8 cups of salad, worthy of 6 as a rule as a side salad. Plan on 20 minutes from start to finish.

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Page 10 | THE LAKER | May 22, 2023 • ‘Cue the Grill continued from page 8 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 ½ tsp honey ¼ tsp salt ¼ tsp ground pepper ¼ cup chopped fresh basil 4 cups lightly packed baby arugula 4 cups cubed honeydew melon 1 ½ cups cucumber batons, 2 inches long 1 burrata ball, 3 ¾ oz or more, sliced ¼ cup toasted pepitas, or any toasted nut also works great Whisk lemon juice, oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir in basil.

Place arugula in a large bowl. Drizzle with 1 tbsp of the vinaigrette and toss to coat. Transfer to a platter. Scatter honeydew and cucumbers over the arugula, then top with burrata slices. Sprinkle pepitas over the salad, then drizzle with the remaining vinaigrette. Simple and yummy!

I love great flavor combos in any style of cooking and for any course, whether a simple salad or dessert and anything in between. Cucumbers and vinegar combine in a wonderful way creating a great flavor pop. I prefer to use Persian or English cucumbers for this recipe in I find it works better without the seeds of our usual cukes. For the most part, the only real difference between the Persian and

English is the size as the Persian version usually runs in the 6-7 inch length range whereas the English version is about twice that. Keep in mind this recipe is for using a half dozen Persian cukes, so if using English, you will only need 3, maybe a bit more. This cucumber vinegar salad has the perfect balance between sweet and sour flavors, plus a hint of fresh dill. The red onion adds a nice crunch. Enjoy this salad right after you’re done making it or store it away to snack on for later. This serves 4 as a lunch salad. Takes 15 minutes to make but does require 45 minutes of waiting while the cukes marinade. I recommend busting out your mandolin for this one if you own one. Every kitchen really should have one.

Cucumber Vinegar Salad 6 Persian cucumbers, sliced thin 2 tsp granulated sugar ½ tsp salt 1 cup thinly sliced red onion ¼ cup white-wine vinegar 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill ¼ tsp ground pepper Using a mandolin or a knife, thinly slice cucumbers ¼ inch thick. Transfer the cucumber slices to a bowl and sprinkle with sugar and salt and lightly toss to well coat as best as possible without destroying the cukes. Set up a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour the cuke mixture into the strainer. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.

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Discard any liquid in the bowl and wipe the bowl dry. Transfer the cucumbers to the bowl and toss with onion, vinegar, dill, and pepper. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

One of the best-selling salads during my fine dining days in the foodie world was a fresh beet salad. Beets are another of those love/hate foods, but those who love them love them in a big way. This requires you to bake off the beets, and yes, a downside of beets can be how they can stain things. I always suggest wearing gloves when handling them to keep your hands from turning purple. The biggest pain in the “you know what” is how beets can turn your cutting board into something that looks like a 60’s Woodstock tie-dyed version. There is a solution to that as well.

Immediately after prepping the beets, sprinkle coarse sea salt over the board, cut a lemon in half and scrub the board with the half lemon. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then rinse and clean, ideally in a dishwasher as long as it’s not a wooden board. The roasting process is in the 1 ¼ hour range, they need to cool and then they go together quickly. This usually is good for 4 side salads.

Beet Salad 2 lbs beets, 5-6 medium ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp sherry vinegar, if not, try whitewine vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp honey ½ tsp salt Fresh grind pepper, to taste 1 large shallot, finely chopped 1 stalk celery, finely chopped Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Divide beets between 2 pieces of foil, bring edges together and crimp to make packets. Roast until the beets are just tender when pierced with the point of a knife, about 1 ¼ hours. Unwrap the beets and let cool. Meanwhile, whisk oil, vinegar, mustard, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make dressing. When the beets are cool enough to handle,

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slip off the skins. Cut into ½ inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Add celery, shallot, and the dressing and toss to coat well. Serve at room temperature or chilled as is, or over some of your favorite greens. Either way, it’s a win if you are a beet fan.

Let’s bust out some fresh peaches for this great salad, combined with avocados, almonds, onions, gorgonzola cheese and a delicious homemade lemon dressing that you will likely make many other times for just about any salad. One of my favorite things about salads is finding great dressings that you can mix in a minute or 2, and often with goodies you already have banging around. This will get you 4 main dish salads, more like 8 as a side. This may get you more dressing than you need for this one but use it in the next few days on any salad.

Peach and Avocado Salad ½ small red onion, very thinly sliced, about ½ cup 10-12 oz baby arugula, 12-15 lightly packed cups 3-4 medium ripe peaches or nectarines, pitted and thinly sliced, peels on or off, 2 ½-3 cups 2-3 medium ripe avocados, diced, about 2 cups ⅔ cup unsalted sliced almonds ⅔ cup crumbled gorgonzola, 3 ½-4 oz ½ cup extra virgin olive oil ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, usually from 3-4 lemons 1 tsp Dijon mustard 2 clove garlic, pressed or minced 1 ½ tsp kosher salt or a heaping ½ tsp fine sea salt ½ tsp fresh grind black pepper Place the red onion in a small bowl and cover with water. Let it rest while you prepare the rest of the salad. This will keep the flavor of the onion but remove some of the harsh after-bite. Place the arugula in a large serving bowl. To toast the almonds, place them in a small

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May 22, 2023 | THE LAKER | Page 11 • ‘Cue the Grill continued from page 10 skillet over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring frequently, being careful not to burn, until the almonds are fragrant and start to turn golden on the edges, about 4-5 minutes. Set aside. For the dressing, in a small bowl, whisk together the last 6 ingredients. Drizzle 1/3 of the dressing over the greens, then toss to coat. Drain the red onion, then scatter it over the arugula. Top with the peaches, avocados, almonds, and cheese. Just before serving, drizzle on more dressing and give it a final, gentle toss to combine. Enjoy with additional dressing as needed.

The next one combines some very interesting flavors with sweetness and crunch with a touch of tartness. Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts combined with fresh apples and figs make for another wonderful flavor combo with, again, a great dressing. This also includes pomegranate seeds, which have a bitter taste but are highly nutritional, but also hanging out with the sweetness of dried cranberries. As I recommended before, I strongly suggest busting out your mandolin to slice the Brussels sprouts as thin as possible, and while you’re at it, I would also use it for the apples as well. The usual route for this salad is to use kale and endive, which are big additions to the salad world in the past decade or so, but again, feel free to tweak that if you want to. This will get you 3-5

dinner salads depending on the eaters involved and can be done in 15 minutes.

Apple, Fig & Brussels Sprouts Salad 2 tbsp white balsamic vinegar 2 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tbsp minced shallot ¼ tsp salt Ground pepper to taste ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 8 cups baby kale and/or frisée 1 head Belgian endive, leaves separated 1 cup very thinly sliced Brussels sprouts 1 small red apple, thinly sliced ⅓- ½ cup toasted walnuts 4-6 fresh figs, halved or quartered if large ¼ cup pomegranate seeds(arils) ¼ cup tbsp dried cranberries Combine the first 5 ingredients in a small bowl, then whisk in the oil until it’s well combined.

Toss the kale and/or frisée, endive, Brussels sprouts, apple, and walnuts in a large bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat. Add a generous grinding of pepper. Top with figs, pomegranate seeds, and dried cranberries. A definite favorite of mine.

I want to focus on a couple of salads that are officially a dinner option whereas the others were mostly a side or luncheon salad option. These scream dinner time. In the first one, the main characters are pork tenderloin, pears, and blue cheese with another great

dressing. Total time is 45-50 minutes and yields 3-4 salads.

Arugula Salad with Roasted Pork Tenderloin, Pears & Blue Cheese 2 tbsp chopped walnuts 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 2 tsp fresh squeezed lemon juice 1 tsp honey 1 tsp Dijon mustard 2 tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary or ¾ tsp dried 1 clove garlic, minced ½ tsp salt, divided ½ tsp ground pepper, divided 1 ¼ lbs pork tenderloin 8 cups arugula 4 large ripe pears, sliced into wedges ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese

until golden and fragrant. Set aside.

Whisk vinegar, oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, rosemary, garlic, and ¼ tsp each salt and pepper in a large bowl.

Place pork on a baking sheet. Brush with 1 tbsp of the dressing and sprinkle with the remaining ¼ tsp each salt and pepper. Cook the pork on your hot greased grill or in a 400-degree oven until a thermometer registers 145 degrees, 20-22 minutes. Transfer to a clean cutting board and let stand for 5 minutes.

Cut into slices about ¾ inch thick. Add arugula and pears to the dressing in the large bowl and toss to coat. Divide the salad among 4 serving plates. Top with pork, cheese, and the reserved walnuts.

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Page 12 | THE LAKER | May 22, 2023 • ‘Cue the Grill continued from page 11 is all about warm weather, and that is a surf ‘n’ turf mentality. Yes, we are still talking salads, but even salads need some surf ‘n’ turf love now and then.

Grilled sirloin and succulent shrimp are always awesome on a salad, especially when they join forces. This also includes fingerling potatoes, also grilled on the barbie, and as usual, the dressing is delicious and serves as the steak marinade. The prep/cooking process is less than an hour, plus the steak “should” marinade for 1-8 hours, the longer the better. This will feed 4-6 of you for a healthy and filling dindin.

Surf and Turf Salad ¼ cup white wine vinegar 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

2 cloves garlic, minced 4 anchovy fillets ½ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling 1 ½ lbs flank steak, the thicker the better, halved lengthwise Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper 1 lb fingerling potatoes 1 ½ lbs raw jumbo shrimp, 20/24 in size is perfect, peeled and deveined 4 cups baby spinach, about 3 oz 1 bunch watercress, trimmed and roughly chopped 2 heads frisée, torn into large pieces ¼ cup roughly chopped fresh chives For the dressing, puree the vinegar, mustard, garlic, anchovies, and 2 tbsp water in a blender until smooth. With the machine running, gradually add the olive oil and puree until smooth. Season the steak with salt and pepper, put into

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a large ziplock bag and add ¼ cup of the dressing. Massage the steak/marinade in the bag to well coat the beef and refrigerate for 1-8 hours. Refrigerate the remaining dressing until ready to serve. Once ready to start grilling, put the potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water by 1 inch, season with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until just slightly tender, 8-10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a medium bowl. Preheat the cleaned and oiled grill to medium-high. Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper and toss. Put the shrimp in a separate bowl, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Grill the steak until well-marked, 5-7 minutes per side for medium rare, then transfer to a cutting board. Meanwhile, grill the potatoes until well-marked, about 3 minutes per side, transfer to a plate. Grill the shrimp until just cooked through, 2-3 minutes per side, remove to the plate. Combine the spinach, watercress, frisée, and chives on a platter. Drizzle with some of the remaining dressing, season with salt and pepper and toss. Thinly slice the steak. Arrange the shrimp, potatoes, and steak in rows over the greens.

Drizzle with the remaining dressing. So Good!!

OK, let’s transition to a couple of dessert salads to end the day. There are quite a few sweetish salads, especially famous at many potlucks, that can be used as a side dish or as a dessert, or both for that matter. I suppose these two can work the same way, but they prefer to be used as a dessert. The inspiration for this one is the classic frozen treat, the orange creamsicle on a stick.

I know I loved those darn things as a kid and I’m sure I’m not alone. This is a fruit salad of sorts, but not in the traditional form, but oh so delicious. For just a small crowd at home, this recipe is perfect, but if making for a potluck or any type of crowd, at least double it up for sure. You will love it as well as your friends/family.

Orange Creamsicle Fruit Salad 1 packet instant vanilla pudding mix 1 cup milk ½ cup thawed orange juice concentrate 1 container frozen whipped topping, 8 oz, thawed 1 can pineapple chunks, drained 2 cans mandarin oranges, drained 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut In a large bowl, mix vanilla pudding mix, cold milk, and orange juice concentrate well. Set in the fridge for 5-10 minutes. Add in the whipped topping, folding the mixture together gently.

Add the well-drained pineapple and mandarin chunks, then the shredded coconut, and fold together gently. Cover and place in the fridge for 3 hours before serving.

Lastly today, this is a combo of 2 of my favorite ingredients in the dessert world, those being fresh berries and a cheesecake mentality. Truly, this dessert is as simple as it gets. Like the last one, maybe double up for a big crowd, but this will give you a slightly better yield than the Creamsicle did. This contains 6 cups of fresh berries.

Very Berry Cheesecake Salad 8 oz cream cheese, softened ½ cup sugar 8 oz frozen whipped topping, thawed 6 cups berries, I used….

2 cups strawberries, sliced 2 cup blueberries 2 cup raspberries Granola to top with at service, which I love, but optional In a large bowl, beat together cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Fold in the thawed cool whip.

Add strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries.

Fold carefully into the cream cheese mixture. Serve immediately. Outstanding!

Salad Land has come to an end, my friends. Until next week, keep those taste buds happy and touch base if you have any questions or feedback at fenwaysox10@gmail.com.

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Looking Back: 40th Anniversary of The Laker

By Dan Smiley In April 1984, with about 7 weeks lead time to Memorial Day week, The Laker made its way onto shelves and counters around the Lakes Region. Today, as The Laker celebrates its 40th anniversary, owner Dan Smiley shares his thoughts. (Smiley is the current publisher/owner of The Laker and its sister publications, Along Route 16, Scenic White Mountains, Dining Out, Boating on the Lakes, and Laker Home.)

As I pull up to the Canterbury rest area on I-93 North, I’m happy, but not surprised to see a young family walking out of the building with the 2023 issue of Boating on the Lakes magazine in hand. The magazine’s cover image is unmistakable and I recognize it because the Laker staff and I started working on it months ago; I know it front and back.

Exiting the truck, I lower the tailgate, pulling out next week’s issue of The Laker. This last rest stop before I get to Tilton and the Lakes Region tends to be the heaviest mover of the paper in the 12 New Hampshire rest areas. These areas stretch to the edges of New Hampshire’s three bordering states and Canada. The Laker has been in the New Hampshire Welcome Centers since the first issue came out 40 years ago this week.

Technically, Issue 2 was the first to grace the shelves at the New Hampshire rest stop locations; Volume 1, Issue 1, was a media kit designed to explain what The Laker would be, who was doing it, and what it would cost to place an advertisement in the paper.

That document came out in April and was followed, on May 22, 1984, with the first issue of The Laker.

“It was always intended to be a tour-

This 16 page Laker came out 40 years ago this week. ism publication with a special eye toward the lakefront homeowners in the Lakes Region,” says Kathy Fairman, co-founder of The Laker. (Founders,

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Fairman had an extensive background in journalism, working in both newspaper publishing and radio broadcasting. Eaton’s background was in sales. Before returning to Carroll County where he dabbled in multiple endeavors, Eaton traveled back and forth to the mid-west for his work.

However, his true love was the Lakes Region of New Hampshire.

“It’s funny how things come about,” reflects Dick Eaton, co-founder of The Laker. “I owned a store called the Basket Barn at 82 Center Street in Wolfeboro Falls, and I felt the store could be a big hit if I just had a better marketing tool than what was available to us at the time. When I started the newspaper, I didn’t feel there was a good marketing tool in the Lakes Region that effectively reached second homeowners, especially the Belknap County side of the lake. The Laker has grown into that.

It’s amazing to see how it has grown and prospered over the years.”

In 2001, Dick and Kathy passed the baton at The Laker to Brad and Fran Lipe. Brad, a New Hampshire native, had 25 years in the traditional newspaper business. Over the next decade and a half, The Laker continued to grow under Lipe’s experienced tutelage.

Says Lipe, “Every day was a pleasure to work at The Laker. I can’t say enough good things about the family-run businesses in the Lakes Region and the New Hampshire tourism community.”

The same year Dick and Kathy were starting the newspaper, I was graduating from high school. I had no idea that, down the road, after years of

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Through May 27, Cuddle Corral, 9 am & 9:30 am, Wed., Fri. and Saturdays from 5/17-27, private playtime with young goat kids, Remick Country Doctor Farm & Museum, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, info/pre-register: 323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

Through May 27, From the Lonely Afternoons, art exhibit with work by Robert Shaffer, at Meredith Village Savings Bank, 66 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, www. governorwentworthartscouncil.org.

Through May 31, Spring Shuffle: Walk, Shuffle, or Run from the Pub!, 5-6:15 pm, every Wed. until May 31, Patrick’s Pub event to benefit Lakes Region Children’s Auction, Gilford, www.patrickspub.com/the-shuffle.

Through June 4, Interiors exhibit, new works by Cilla Sheehan and Carole Groenke, The Galleries at 30 Main, Meredith, 279-0557, www.thegalleriesat30main.com.

Through June 10, Remick Farm Tour, 10 am & 1 pm, every Fri. & Sat. 5/206/10, Remick Country Doctor Farm & Museum, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, pre-register: 323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

Through June 15, Pvt. Charles J. Miller, WWII Paintings from the South Pacific, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, info/tickets: 569-1212.

May 20-22, Wake the Lake, live bands on 3 stages, Weirs Beach, 366-9100, www.wakethelakenh.com.

May 22, Diabetic Recipe Club, 4-5 pm, recipes for diabetics, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 476-8895.

Bald Eagle Adventure Cruise Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m. through June 27.

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May 22, Laconia Golf Tournament, shotgun start at noon, fundraiser for Dental Center of Concord Hospital, Laconia Country Club, Elm St., Laconia, 524-3211, ext. 2804.

May 22, Learn to Weave, 6:30-8:30 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

May 23, Craft and Chat, 5-6:30 pm, bring a craft project to work on, meet other crafters, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 4768895.

May 23, Make a Messenger Bag, 6-8:30 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

May 24, Blues Traveler, 7:30 pm, Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/ www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 536-2551.

May 24, Jewelry Soldered Links, 1-4 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

May 24, Shapes in the Sky, 10-11:30 am, pre-K accompanied by adult, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia, pre-register: www.prescottfarm.org, 366-5695.

May 25, Essential Oils Workshop, with Katlin Simula, 4:30-6 pm, Tapply Thompson Community Center, 30 N. Main St., Bristol, pre-register: ksully53@ yahoo.com, 413-271-5353, www.ttccrec.org.

May 25, Furniture Painting Demo, 6:30-8 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

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May 25, Vintage Vocal Quartet, The Loft at Hermit Woods, 6-9 pm, 72 Main St., Meredith, 253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com.

May 26, Last of the Duke Street Kings: A Bruce Springsteen Tribute, 8 pm, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, info/tickets: 335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.

May 26, Newmont Military Band concert, 6-8 pm, free, Belknap Mill, held in Rotary Park (next to the Mill), bring lawn chair or blanket for seating, Beacon St. East, Laconia, 524-8813.

May 26, Piano Nights at Hermit Woods, The Loft at Hermit Woods, 6-9 pm, 72 Main St., Meredith, 253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com.

May 27, Adventure Park Opening Day, Gunstock, Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, www.gunstock.com, 293-4341.

May 27, Beginner Pastels Series, 10 am-noon, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

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May 27, Hiker’s Club: Scenic Rd., Castle in the Clouds, 9-11:30 am, free, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

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May 27, It Figures, 1-4 pm, 4 week portrait and figure drawing class, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org. (Age 18 and up.)

May 27, Michelle Brooks-Thompson, concert, 7:30 pm, Inter-Lakes Community Auditorium, 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, net proceeds go to Camp Resilience, helping those who served, www.tbinh.org.

May 27, Opening Day at Castle in the Clouds, 10 am-4 pm, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

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May 27, Piano Nights at Hermit Woods, The Loft at Hermit Woods, 6-9 pm, 72 Main St., Meredith, 253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com.

May 27, The Machine Performs Pink Floyd, 7:30 pm, Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 536-2551.

May 27-28, Memorial Day Weekend Craft Fair, Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle, N. Conway, 10 am, Joyce’s Craft Shows, 387-1510, www.joycescraftshows. com.

May 27-29, Annual Memorial Day Weekend Craft Festival, Castleberry Fairs, Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith, 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, www. castleberryfairs.com.

May 27-29, Community Yard Sale, Ossipee, Effingham & surrounding areas, recdept@ossipee.org.

May 28 & 29, Back in the Saddle at the Castle, equine events, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

May 29, Alton Memorial Day Observances, parade line up 9:30 am in Monument Square, downtown Alton, proceed to Riverside Cemetery at 10 am, back to Monument Square, refreshments following at Post 72, Alton, 875-2161.

May 29, Bristol Memorial Day Parade, step off at 9:30 am at Freudenberg-NOK parking lot on Route 104, Bristol, proceed to Newfound Middle School, Lake St., 744-8810.

May 29, Center Harbor Memorial Day Parade, gather at 11:45 am at Chase Circle, parade begins at noon, with services, band music, 455-1632.

May 29, Gilford Memorial Day Parade, gather at Gilford Community Church, Potter Hill Rd., Gilford at 9:45 am, proceed to Pine Grove Cemetery for services, 527-4700.

May 29, Learn to Weave, 6:30-8:30 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

May 29, Laconia Memorial Day Remembrance, 11 am, Veteran’s Square, Laconia, wreath laying, speakers. Remembrance will be followed by a free luncheon, public welcome, at American Legion, 849 Main St., Laconia, 524-9728.

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May 29, Meredith Memorial Day Observances, 8 am program in Oakland Cemetery followed by ceremony at Meredith Village Cemetery. Parade line up at starts at 9:30 am at American Legion, Plymouth St., Meredith, proceeds to Hesky Park.

May 29, Moultonborough Parade and Remembrance, parade will gather at elementary school on Blake Rd., proceed to Moultonborough Town Hall, 6 Holland St. for service, 476-8868.

May 29, Plymouth Memorial Day Parade, 10:30 am, start at Plymouth Town Hall, 6 Post Office Square, Plymouth, kbaudin@pemibaker.org.

May 29, Solar Gazing, noon-4 pm, free, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, registration: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org. (Every Mon. through Aug. 28) May 29, Wolfeboro Memorial Day Parade, gather at 8:45 am in Brewster Field, 9 am proceed to Main St., Wolfeboro for observances, 703-798-8978.

May 30, Watercolor Workshop: Landscapes, 5-week class, 6:30-9 pm, taught by artist Cate Poole, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pre-register: 569-1500, www.makersmill.org. Also takes place June 6, 13, 20 and 27. (Age 18 and up.)

May 31, Beginning Drawing – From Line to Structure, with Kathryn Field, 10 am-4 pm, beginner child or adult class, League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, 284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/.

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

Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, 524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.

Canterbury Shaker Village, tours, programs, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 7839511, www.shakers.org.

Career Coaching Session, every Tues. between 10 am and 4 pm, 50-min. personal career coaching session, takes place monthly until June 27, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

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

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

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Country Village Quilt Guild, meets first and third Wednesday of each month, 1:30-3:30 pm, Public Safety Building (back entrance to Police and Fire Dept.), Rt. 25, Moultonborough. Schedule/ countryvillagequilters@yahoo.com.

Dam Brewhouse, monthly events, 1323 NH Rt. 175, Campton, 726-4500, www. dambrewhouse.com.

Drawing with Tom Hitchcock, 10 am-noon, class open to all aspiring artists age 12 and up, pre-register: 496-6768, Lakes Region Art Assoc. Gallery, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton.

Farmington Farmers Market, Saturdays, May-Oct., 8:30 am-noon, behind TD Bank North, corner of Central & Main St., fresh local foods, 859-2551, barrons@worldpath.net.

Franklin Community Farmers Market, 3-6 pm, Tues. July-Sept., 206 Central St., Franklin, produce, food, crafts, live music, 934-3229, www.uucfranklin.org.

Garden Tour, 9:30-10:30 am on Fridays, also first & third Saturdays monthly from June 2-Oct. 7, Castle in the Clouds, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Gilmanton Farmers Market, Sundays 11 am-2 pm, local vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts, baked goods, live music and more, 1385 NH 140, on lawn of Gilmanton Year Round Library, Gilmanton Iron Works, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com.

In the Round, Sundays, 8:45 am, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, Benz Center, Sandwich, 284-7532.

Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild, meets second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, 10 am-2 pm, First Congregational Church, 115 Main St., Wolfeboro. A second group meet first and third Tuesday of each month at Community Center, 22 Lehner St., Wolfeboro, www.llqg.net.

Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, youth and adult sailing lessons, sailing competitions, Gilford, www.lwsa.org, 589-1177.

Lakes Region Art Association, exhibits and classes, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, Rt. 3, Tilton, 998-0029, www.lraanh.org.

Land, People & Property, Thursdays from June 1-Sept. 28, 110:30 an-noon, walk around Castle in the Clouds grounds, learn about history of the property with guide, Rt. 171, Moultonborough, registration required: 476-5900, www. castleintheclouds.org.

Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook, nature trail on boardwalk, free, trail starts to the left of Meredith Village Savings Bank, Rt. 25, Meredith, 279-9015.

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League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, handmade crafts and art for sale, workshops, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, hours: 2797920.

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Live Music, at Gilmanton Farmers Market, Sundays 11 am-2 pm, 1385 NH 140, on lawn of Gilmanton Year Round Library, Gilmanton Iron Works, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com.

Loon Center, walking trails, loon displays/info., 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonboro, 476-5666, www.loon.org.

Lunchbox-Paintbox, with artist Larry Frates, noon-12:30 pm, first Wed. of each month, http://www.facebook.com/arttoyouwithlarry. Belknap Mill, 524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.

Model Yachting - Back Bay Skippers, meets every Tues. & Thurs., 1-4 pm, model yacht group, spectators welcome, Cotton Valley Rail Trail, Glendon St., Wolfeboro, May-Oct., info: NH Boat Museum, 569-4554.

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

Monthly Fiber Mingle, 7 pm, bring your own fiber arts project to work on, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

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Memorial Day ~ A History

By Rosalie Triolo Memorial Day, the last Monday in May, is set aside each year to honor our soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our country. It is thought, according to History.com, the first public funeral may have taken place as far back as 431 B.C. to recognize and honor those soldiers killed in the Peloponnesian War. Three years after the end of the Civil War, on May 15, 1868, Major General John Logan, retired, then Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic declared May 30th, the first national Decoration Day (which later became known as Memorial Day). The ceremony, an annual National Day of Remembrance was held at Arlington National Cemetery where graves of both the Union and Confederate soldiers were decorated with flowers to honor Civil War service members.

One hundred and three years later, in 1971, the National Day of Remembrance became officially designated as Memorial Day changing the date to the last Monday in May. It is a day that reminds us of the high price for freedom, and the debt of gratitude we owe to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice by honoring their memory. The Civil War is said to have been the deadliest war in American history. Although figures may vary, it is believed that more than 600,000 lives were lost during the Civil War. Meant to honor those lost in the Civil War, the Southern states originally observed a different day to specifically honor the Confederate soldiers who died. In the aftermath of World War I, the holiday evolved to commemorate fallen

military personnel in all wars. Currently, moved four holidays, including MemoThe flag is then raised to full height from nine states still set aside an official day to noon to sundown for living veterans. rial Day, from their traditional dates to a honor those who lost their lives fighting The first flag associated with the Conspecified Monday to create a convenient for the Confederacy. federate States of America was the Bonthree-day weekend. The change moved Today all wars, where American solnie Blue Flag, a dark blue flag with a sinMemorial Day from its traditional May diers gave up their lives, are recognized gle white star in the center.

30 date to the last Monday in May. on Memorial Day. There is one war, During the Civil War, from 1861 to Many people attend parades, go to the however, where American forces fought 1865, the Union flags of the United beach or have cook-outs with friends and on foreign soil that has not received States of America went through four family. But at its heart, Memorial Day is its due recognition. World War I often changes. The 33-star flag was created a day when Americans reflect on the sacseems to take a OF backseat to those wars when Oregon was admitted to the United rifice of those who have given their lives VINYL WRAPPED COMPOSITE DECKING fought before it, the Revolutionary War States of America in 1959. It was then in military service. Graves in local and and Civil War, and those wars fought used when the Confederate soldiers national cemeteries are decorated with after it where American lives have been bombarded Union soldiers at Fort Sumflowers and flags. lost, World War II, the Vietnam War. ter, South Carolina on April 12, 1861.

Canadian Lieutenant Colonel John Many American traditions were estabOn July 4, 1861, the 34-star flag became McCrae, a brigade surgeon served an the official flag of the United States of lished after World War I, Veterans Day Allied artillery unit during one of the America in honor of the admission of the bloodiest battles of World War I, the Secwhich was originally called Armistice state of Kansas. Those Virginians, who Day, and the Tomb of the Unknown Solond Battle of Ypres in Belgium. McCrae dier. World War I was America’s first chose to remain part of the Union creatinspired by the sight of bright red flowmajor conflict since the Civil War, and ed their own state of West Virginia, and ers covering the fields of Flanders wrote also America’s first major conflict fought in June of 1863, the 35th star was added the memorable poem In Flanders Fields. entirely on foreign soil. to the United States Flag. In the midst of In Flanders fields the poppies blow The National Moment of Rememthe Civil War, on October 31, 1864, NeBetween the crosses, row on row brance Act of 2000 signed by President vada entered into statehood in the UnitThat mark our place; and in the sky Bill Clinton encourages Americans to ed States. This move was hastened by The larks, still bravely singing, fly pause and observe a National Moment of Union supporters to ensure the participaScarce heard amid the guns below.

Remembrance at 3 pm local time. Some tion of Nevada in the 1864 presidential We are the Dead. Short days ago organizations observing this moment election of President Abraham Lincoln.

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New Hampshire’s One-Room Rural Schools: The Romance and the Reality The Gilmanton Historical Society opens its 2023 summer season on Tuesday evening, May 23.

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Open House at Gallery

By Pamela Hance Sandy Martin is busy with preparations for the launch of the 2023 summer season. The popular artist will open her doors for her annual Memorial Day Open House on May 27 from 2 to 4 PM. The majority of Martin’s vast collection of paintings and prints will be displayed at her gallery on the water’s edge of Winnipesaukee’s Back Bay. For the past 16 years, this eatdrink-and-be-merry celebration has been attended by both summer residents and year-rounders eager to feast their eyes on the work of this prominent local artist.

The familiar and beloved views that draw people to the Lakes Region are captured in her original oils and watercolors, as well as works that combine her skills both as a painter and photographer. Sandy also applies her talents during live concerts, actually capturing the artist during a performance, a kind of plein air, not in nature but in the concert venue. She has painted some great names in the music industry, like Dave Brubeck, Tom Rush, and Branford Marsalis, whose autographs make these pieces valuable to fans and collectors. Sandy explains that painting performances counter the isolation that artists often feel as they work long and intensely in the studio.

Sandy, a native of Massachusetts, established her first studio as a junior in high school. At U Mass she studied Eastern art and religion when tuition

was merely $200 a semester. Later she studied with a Buddhist monk, learning to make ink from berries, charcoal, and soot, and fashioned brushes out of animal hair. Her highly ethical respect for the work of other artists is rooted in this Buddhist tradition. Evidence of her development beyond the realm of fine arts is the success Martin has achieved on the business side of fine arts, a quality often missing in highly artistic individuals.

The May 27 opening of the Sandy Martin Gallery at 17 Bay Street will offer the public an opportunity not only to get a look at her work but to enjoy the music of the renowned Carolyn Ramsay and her daughter Jessica with the band which has been a part of this event for the past 16 years. This time around they will be joined by percussionist Cliff Wilson J. who will enhance the music on congas.

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Yester year Marvelous Moultonborough

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Moultonborough has a fascinating history, including a grand old country store, an effort to save the loon population, and an estate called Kona Mansion.

In the early days of New Hampshire settlements, a group of men looking to build a community and obtain land came to the Moultonborough area. Sixteen of those men were Moultons, thus the name of the town. At the first recorded town meeting in 1777, Jonathan Moulton was elected as town clerk.

Moulton was financially secure and became Colonel Moulton at the beginning of the Revolutionary War. By the 1780s, George Freese had a plan for a modest amount of land where the trail from Sandwich met up with the trail to Tamworth in one direction and to Holderness and Meredith in the other. He saw the junction as a good spot for trading, possibly due to the fact that a large building was already on the site. Freese was a trader/ merchant and envisioned a thriving trading post at the spot.

In those days, according to “The Old Country Store” by Steve Holden, few people bought goods with money. Instead, trading for goods was the way of life at the time. Freese traded all sorts of things, such as rum, fabric, tools, guns and gun powder, molasses and more.

The settlers traded crops such as corn for the goods Freese had in his trading post on the corner. This building was later to become the Old Country Store, a popular shop still in existence today.

Freese had a tavern on the second floor of the building, and it was a place

to stop for a drink and to socialize, especially in the long and isolated winter months. After the Revolutionary War, the town continued to grow, and by 1792 there were over 500 residents.

The area around the country trading post was also growing. It was said that among the population were a number of slaves held by a town resident, suggesting that slavery was practiced in the northern areas of the country as well as in the south.

Eventually Freese sold the tavern/ building to John Smith in the 1790s.

Freese kept an inn he ran next door. In 1799, the store was sold to Jonathan Wiggin.

Over the years, the store was used for Mason meetings, town meetings and also had a post office.

Herbert Dumaresq was a part owner of Boston’s Jordan Marsh and in 1899 he retired and realized a dream to own a country estate on Lake Winnipesaukee.

He bought a sizeable amount of land in Moultonborough for his new home: 1,186 acres. He also bought Black Cat Island, which added additional acreage. Dumaresq added to his holdings in 1902 when he bought more land.

Among the other fine structures on the estate, Dumaresq had constructed a large boathouse for his newly acquired boat, the Swallow. The boat was a steam yacht. The boathouse was large enough to fit the yacht’s masts, according to “The Swallow” by Jack Gotthardt. For convenience, Mr. and Mrs. Dumaresq had a dock at Weirs Beach. It was at the dock that they picked up guests who had been invited to stay at Kona. The Swallow was the mode of transporta-

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A friend suggested Dumaresq name his estate Kona for a native legend/ love story of Kona and Ellacoya. By this time, Dumaresq had met and married Frederika, a woman with family nearby. The couple were friendly and good employers for those who worked at Kona. They loved dogs and had a number of them, and they also liked to entertain. They were well known for holding generous Christmas parties for the staff and giving wonderful gifts to the children of each family.

The mansion itself was a beautiful structure. A number of nine-foot wrought iron and bronze lamps lined the entrance, brought to Kona from the Palace of St. Cloud in France, according to “Kona Farm” by Barbara Kelley.

Parts of the home were crafted from fieldstone. A mansard roof was of red clay tiles. It is interesting to note that sources say the insulation of the home was seaweed. There were eight fireplaces and a relaxing porch.

Kona also had barns because farming on the property was important. Farming produced vegetables and fruits and dairy cows were needed for milk.

The Dumaresq’s eventually saw Kona sold, and they returned to Boston.

Moultonborough has attracted wealthy families that wished to spend time in the Lakes Region. The story of

the estate of the Greene family started with Long Island, in Moultonborough.

Farming thrived on Long Island, and wheat was a successful crop. This came to the attention of John Pillsbury (of the flour company), and he built a wind-powered flour mill on nearby Cow Island.

A successful man, Dr. Frank Eugene Greene, had patented (with his brother, Dr. Jared Alonzo Greene), Green’s Nervura. Their business was thriving, and Frank Greene bought land at the end of Long Island. He built a three-story mansion, and it had such touches as large granite gate posts and wrought-iron gates. The estate was named Windermere, for Lake Windermere in England.

Like the estate homes of Kona and Lucknow (Castle in the Clouds), Windermere was beautiful. It had oak walls and ceilings, a circular staircase, and much more to add to the luxury of the home.

Dr. Jared Alonzo Green also built on Long Island, naming the estate Roxmont. It was dubbed Greene’s Castle, due to its design which was similar to a castle.

Frederick and Paula Markus loved the outdoors. Photographs from the early 1900s to the 1960s show the couple by their rustic Lake Winnipesaukee camp in Moultonborough, or fishing and ice skating on the lake in the winter. The Markus clan also enjoyed their little wooden boat, the USS Dill Pickle, and canoeing, swimming, and cooking

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Fred and Paula seemed to know how to live life to the fullest, relaxing in Moultonborough where they could get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and Fred’s demanding career as an architect. They also wanted to protect the beloved loons on Lake Winnipesaukee. They also wanted to share their Lakes Region getaway with all those who came after them.

According to information via the Loon Preservation Committee in Moultonborough, the history of the Loon Center and Markus Wildlife Sanctuary is also the story of Fred and Paula Markus. The sanctuary and supporting foundation are named for the couple, and it is the fulfillment of Fred’s dream that Hemlock Point (where he built his cabin) be maintained in its natural state forever.

Today, many visitors stop by the Loon Center for programs and displays. Additionally, people come for the walking trails on the property that wind through the woods and hug the shoreline of Winnipesaukee.

All this is the gift of the Markus family, and their story is one of forging a life in a new country long ago and a dedication to protect wildlife and the environment.

Frederick Markus was born in 1893 in Dresden, Germany. With his parents and two sisters, Fred immigrated to Lawrence, Massachusetts before the turn of the 20th century. The family was one of many that wanted to better themselves and saw a move to the

United States as a way to improve their prospects. While the German-speaking Markus children got their grade school education by a German Lutheran pastor, their father worked in the woolen mills. Fred would rise to become one of the most sought-after architects in the Boston area, getting a scholarship to MIT after high school. The family lived and worked in the city, but took vacations in the Canobie Lake area, where Fred fell in love with the lakes and woods of New Hampshire.

After serving in WWI, Fred went to work for a prestigious architectural firm, Sheply Rutan and Coolidge.

His talents and intelligence must have been obvious, because before long, Fred was assigned to be the clerk of the works for the construction of a Unitarian Church in Washington, DC. It was there that Fred met Paula Kutscher, a Swiss secretary who spoke seven languages and had been sent to Washington by a Swiss bank.

It is obvious why Fred was attracted to Paula: she was widely traveled and worked as a translator, as well as being a teacher and artist. She was keenly interested in painting, music, photography, and ceramics, among other things.

Additionally, Paula heard Jane Addams speak for world peace and volunteered to serve as a translator; to this end, Paula joined the Women’s International League, founded by Addams.

Fred and Paula married in New York City in 1928 and took a honeymoon with travel to Europe and North Africa.

Upon their return to the United States, they settled in the Boston area, where Fred became a prominent hospital architect and a partner in a new architec-

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In the winter of 1932, Fred and Paula bought a 150-acre tract of land on Lake Winnipesaukee in the Moultonborough area. The land had rugged terrain and about a half-mile of shoreline. Because snow covered the ground, Fred and Paula could not see the slash and unwanted tree trunks that dotted the land due to logging from the 1920s to early 1930s.

Undaunted, the couple rolled up their sleeves to build a cabin. Over time the rough piece of land became a haven for the hardworking Fred and Paula. Fred loved roughing it and that meant not paying attention to the time or what day it was when they retreated to their Winnipesaukee cabin. Fred would take off his watch before leaving Boston for New Hampshire. On the way north, Fred would stop at a store and purchase a half-dozen bananas. He kept track of the days by eating a banana a day. When he had finished the bananas, he knew it was time to leave

camp and return to work.

The couple had two sons and the boys had the pleasure of making frequent trips to the camp in summer… and winter. They spent summers at the camp with their mother, while Fred worked at his job in the city but drove up on weekends. Paula knew it was time to take the rowboat and pick up her husband when Fred honked the car’s horn: a short honk of the car’s horn, followed by a long honk and then two short ones. It was so quiet on the lake in those days there was no missing the sound of the car horn carried across the still water.

Over the years, Fred and Paula made trails through the property and to Hemlock Point. They left an old logger’s shack intact. It had been used as a warming hut and cookhouse during the days when logging was done on the land.

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There’s Nothing Quite Like a Weathervane for Dramatic Effect

By Mark Okrant How often do we drive past one of those marvelous creations—weathervanes—and ask ourselves about their origin and meaning? Most of us are drawn toward those swiveling works of art, but don’t have any idea how they actually work. A weathervane (AKA weather vane, wind vane, or weathercock) is an instrument used for showing the direction of the wind.

The term vane is itself Old English for the word ‘flag’. Weathervanes are typically mounted at the highest point on a building, most frequently on a meetinghouse or barn. While they are largely ornamental, they function very well as determinants of what imminent weather patterns are likely to be.

According to historians, weathervanes were invented, perhaps independently, by the Chinese and the Greeks, during the second century BCE. It was in China that the first known written reference to a weathervane was made, in approximately 139 BCE. The earliest known functioning weathervane was developed by the Greek astronomer, Andronicus. His weathervane was placed on the Tower of Winds within the Athens agora, in 48 BCE. This marvel purportedly was constructed of bronze in the form of the merman Triton, a Greek god of the sea.

The most basic weathervanes consist of an arrow and tail feathers. The cockerel design is fundamental as well, as the letters N, S, E, and W indicate the cardinal points on a compass. Regardless of their form, the head of the arrow or cockerel is weighted, while the opposite side of the weathervane serves as a type of sail designed to catch the prevailing breezes. When the wind blows, it pushes against the un-weighted side of the weathervane, which then rotates. The weighted end soon stops the device’s rotation and points back toward the direction from which the wind came.

Embellishment of these devices dates back to their time of origin. One of the earliest was the rooster. Back in the ninth century, Pope Gregory the First decreed that “the cock (or rooster), as the emblem of St. Peter, was the most suitable symbol of Christianity.”

For those New Testament scholars among you, the pope’s reference was to Luke 22:34, in which Jesus predicts that Peter will “deny him three times before the rooster crows.” Later, Pope Nicholas ordered the figure to be placed on every church steeple as a reminder to keep the faith. Centuries later, as the Puritans became a dominant religious force in New England, that group also adopted a powerful looking rooster to warn congregants to remain loyal to their belief.

To learn more about symbolism and weathervanes, we sought out Glenn Knoblock, an independent scholar and author of more than fifteen books and over one hundred articles. His work as a historian primarily relates to northern New England culture and architecture.

Knoblock’s book, Weathervanes of New England, co-authored by David W. Wemmer, is a must read for those with an interest on the subject.

According to Knoblock, one of the earliest embellishments of the straight arrow was the banner, or flag style of weathervane. Popular during the 15001700 time period, we can see this style adorning current houses of rich and famous, among others. In such cases, the flag bears a decoration in the form of the initials of the original owner.

A number of early meetinghouses in

New England and neighboring states adopted an astronomical theme, depicting celestial bodies such as the sun, moon, stars or other planets. Following Christian tradition, tulips symbolized Christian charity and the lyre was a representation of joy. Those stars typically had five points.

Other themes were displays of the predominant economic activities within their areas. For example, weathervanes within seacoast communities displayed codfish, sailing vessels, or ships’ wheels. In farm country, horses, cows, and more mellow versions of the rooster might be viewed. In one railroad town, the local station bore the symbol of a train engine.

We asked Knoblock to elaborate about the geography of current weathervane manufacture. Just as New England and a few surrounding states are the best places to view traditional weathervanes, the region remains a center for their manufacture. Knoblock informed me that there are at least two artisans in New Hampshire and a number of others elsewhere in the region.

Asked to name several, he listed the following: J. Donald “Don” Felix of Hampton NH is an artisan of note, and a frequent presenter at the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen’s annual fair at Sunapee.

Ed Packard and Son, of Beverley MA, are excellent craftsmen. The Packards both make and restore weathervanes at their Tin Shop.

At the New England Weathervane Shop in Groveland MA, the purveyors

have the largest weathervane mold collection in the world.

Amazingly enough, the process for creating quality weathervanes has not changed appreciably throughout the centuries. Artisans lay a thin sheet of copper over a steel mold. Next, using a mallet, the copper is pounded using just the right intensity, until the desired shape is stamped into its surface. Special cutting tools are used to remove the surrounding metal. To this day, according to Knoblock, the process of producing quality weathervanes is done entirely by hand. Copper is preferred because it lasts for hundreds of years. Over time, a highly desired green patina or verdigris forms on the surface. Copper weathervanes are so durable that the one remaining original element of Faneuil Hall in Boston is its famous grasshopper weathervane.

For those who prefer a less expensive version, there are stainless steel weathervanes to be purchased. Most of these are produced in China, where a steel form is stamped out using machinery.

Steel weathervanes are resilient; however, the mountings do not have a very good reputation for durability.

New weathervanes, made from aluminum or steel, cost as little as $50 to $500. However, a quality copper one produced during the nineteenth century, will set you back $5000 to $20,000.

If you are interested in learning more about weathervanes, do read Knoblock and Wemmer’s book. As a frequent presenter for New Hampshire Humanities, Glenn Knoblock is available to give his excellent “New Hampshire on High: Historic and Unusual Weathervanes of the Granite State” talk. Other Knoblock programs include “Brewing in New Hampshire,” “African-American Soldiers and Sailors of New Hampshire,” and “New Hampshire Cemeteries and Gravestones.” Knoblock can be reached at glennknob1@gmail.com.

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Learn to Draw or Knit at Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery The Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery will open for the season on Saturday, May 20th and the gallery, which is a founding member of the League of NH Craftsmen, is offering two new introductory classes to kick off the season.

On Wednesday, May 31, local painter Kathryn Field will be teaching Beginning Drawing – From Line to Structure. This class is a great opportunity for anyone who has ever wanted to gain instruction on drawing basics. Students will be introduced to the foundations of drawing – line, shape, negative and positive shape, texture, perspective, and value.

The 6-hour class (10AM-4PM) will begin in the classroom but also include time in the afternoon sketching the architecture around the village of Center Sandwich.

The second new introductory class of the season is Knitting Basics which is being taught by Lucie Sinkler who owned a yarn shop in the Chicago area for many years before relocating to Sandwich last year. In this 3-session class, participants will learn cast on, knit & purl stitches, binding off, increases & decreases, correcting mis-

takes and seaming.

The class will also touch on reading patterns and selecting projects. This class will be offered on 3 Thursdays, June 1, 8 and 15 from 10AM12PM. In addition to these classes, many others are now detailed on the gallery website including wreath making, oil painting, needle felting, screen printing, crochet, weaving, mosaics, chair caning, fused glass, stenciled floorcloths and more.

It is part of the Sandwich Home Industries’ mission to provide a variety of affordable craft workshops for our community. In order to help students with the cost of our classes we are offering scholarships of up to $50, or half the class tuition, whichever is less.

Details on the classes including tuition and materials costs and registration information can be found on the gallery’s website (centersandwich.nhcrafts.org), by calling 603-284-6831 or by visiting The League of NH Craftsmen Gallery at 32 Main Street in the historic village of Center Sandwich. The Gallery will be open from May 20 through Mid-October from 10-5 on Monday through Saturday and 12-5 on Sunday.

• Yesteryear continued from page 25 Wanting to get away from the demands of the city, Fred and Paula led simple lives at their Winnipesaukee camp. There was no running water and no phone. They often lived out of doors or in simple structures left behind by the loggers. In the summer, they rowed by canoe to the bay and filled two big buckets with water. In the winter, they cut through the ice with a hatchet to gain access to lake water.

It was only natural the Markus family would be aware of the abundant wildlife around their camp and property. Fred observed a loon nest on the property and that probably began his desire that the loon be a protected species. He wanted the loons protected and the land he enjoyed to also be protected, but not fenced in. He had a vision that his land could be a place where people could hike and wander through the woods and learn about the great outdoors.

As the years went on, the Markus family noticed the number of birds and other wildlife on and around the lake was decreasing. They knew it was likely because of shoreline development.

With great foresight, in the 1970s Fred purchased an additional 50 acres of marsh area and water inlets.

It seems clear Fred was on a bit of a mission to protect the natural world by this time, and he selectively cut trees to create more open areas to plant berry-bearing shrubs and trees. He placed wood nesting boxes around the property, as well as creating two loon nesting sites in the marshes.

Fred and Paula became more and more aware of the need to preserve the land, the shoreline and the wildlife of the area, but they also enjoyed time at the lake indulging in simple pleasures.

They competed in canoe races, taking out the little Dill Pickle boat, cooking over an open fire, swimming in the lake, and generally having a wonderful time.

Fred created the Paula Anna Markus Foundation 1966. That foundation granted a lease to the Audubon Society of New Hampshire, and the site now serves as the headquarters of the Loon Preservation Committee.

One must assume Fred and Paula would be proud of all that has been accomplished at their former camp. The couple was fun-loving and energetic, as well as dedicated to preserving the natural world.

For information about the Loon Center, visit www.loon.org or call 603476-5666. The Loon Center is located at 183 Lee’s Mill Road in Moultonborough, New Hampshire.

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By Pamela Hance The Dog lovers who abound in the Lakes Region would be happy to learn about the mission of the Grammy Rose Dog Rescue and Sanctuary in Acton, Maine. Partnering with like-minded rescue operations and shelters, Grammy Rose locates and adopts dogs of all breeds and sizes from high euthanasia centers from California to Louisiana and from Texas to Maryland. After receiving the required shots and complying with quarantine regulations, they are conveyed to Maine. Sometimes the transport vehicle comes straight to Grammy Rose to hand off its precious cargo, and at other times, transports around New England are met with a customized van that handles the “last mile” directly to the sanctuary. The lucky animals escape euthanasia and find quality care in a homelike setting while waiting to be matched with “for-

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worth was among the first troops of Dough Boys who crossed the Atlantic to join the weary Allied armies fighting on the Western Front in World War I. A short walk from the Gammy Rose Dog Rescue and Sanctuary, the restored farmhouse is surrounded by a 30-acre woodland. Foregoing the traditional mores imposed on women of that era, Rose appreciated the forest and waterways which gave her the chance to hunt and trap or pull on her waders and cast out her fishing line.

Members of the family and heirs to the inherited affection and compassion for canines have nurtured this seed, taking it a generous step further after a chance meeting with a dog named Sammie, a German Shepard crossbreed in foster care and scheduled for euthanasia. Out for a walk with his foster mom in Kennebunk, the dog met the future founders of Grammy Rose Rescue and Sanctuary who were dining at an outdoor cafe. Without hesitation, Sammie jumped into the lap of one of the diners, instantly melting a heart and becoming the inspiration for Gammy Rose Dog and Rescue Sanctuary. The perfect rescue dog, Sammy was saved and adopted. Described as optimistic, loyal, and laid back, Sammie is now honored as the iconic mascot of the center. His image and story are prominently displayed for visitors.

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An Enduring Presence: The Old Man of the Mountain

By Mark Okrant Among the outstanding educational facilities that grace the Lakes Region is the Museum of the White Mountains (MWM), a collaborative design, open-concept facility that provides opportunities to learn about the area’s history, arts and culture, environmental, and tourism legacies. The MWM has no permanent exhibits. Rather, visitors have an opportunity to view archival and digital learning resources in the form of individual and collaborative works by Plymouth State University faculty and students, as well as contributions by local residents and others who share a passion for this idyllic region.

When she accepted the position of director in January 2022, Meghan Doherty and her staff began in earnest to develop exhibitions that explored the multi-faceted art and culture, and the geology of the White Mountains region through paintings, photographs, and the written word. Situated at 34 Highland Street in Plymouth, the museum serves 10,000 visitors per year, with more than one-third attending during the summer months.

The White Mountains is a mountain range covering about a quarter of the state of New Hampshire and a small portion of western Maine. They are part of the northern Appalachian Mountains and the most rugged mountains in New England. The range is heavily visited due to its proximity to Boston, New York City, and Montreal.

This summer’s exhibition promises to be very attractive to local residents, visitors, and academic audiences alike.

Titled An Enduring Presence: The Old Man of the Mountain, it presents a history of the iconic rock formation that used to jut out from the Cannon Cliff in Franconia Notch State Park.

The exhibition will explore the ways it played a central role in New Hamp-

shire’s identity . . . in ways that still endure twenty years after the Old Man fell. Early drawings, prints, photographs, and paintings as well as objects and ephemera have been selected to tell the story of the Profile’s central role in tourism and successful conservation efforts; its emergence and use as a state symbol; and its many appearances as a commercial and political icon.

Utilizing the entire main floor gallery, the display will be open to the public from June 3 through September 16, 2023. More than one hundred objects will be available, including work by Albert Bierstadt, Edward Hill, Samuel Lancaster Gerry, Samuel Bemis, Thomas Doughty, Guy Shorey, Samuel Griggs, and others. Unlike previous exhibitions, this summer the MWM will focus on the broad history of the region by examining this one popular rock formation.

Additional themes the exhibition will explore include a careful look at the geological properties of the Old Man, efforts to keep it perched on Profile Mountain, stories of those involved in those efforts, and the reasons for its ultimate demise. A full range of lectures has been scheduled to accompany the exhibition, including scientific, historical, literary, and art historical perspectives. What follows is a partial list of participants in the Old Man of the Mountain summer speaker series that complements the exhibition: June 15th —Inez McDermott: “The Old Man and the Artists” Abstract: The striking image of the Old Man of the Mountain, silhouetted against blue skies, or emerging suddenly, haloed by clouds, captivated visitors to Franconia Notch for nearly two centuries. For nearly as long, profes-

sional and amateur artists sought to capture its impressive and peculiar details.

From large painted canvases to affordable stereographs in every parlor, images of the Old Man were ubiquitous in 19th-century homes.

Inez McDermott will discuss the artists who sketched, painted, and photographed the icon and how these images resonated with the public.

July 13th —Kim Jarvis: “The Old Man of the Mountain Would Be Pleased--Preserving Franconia Notch” Abstract: The successful creation of Franconia Notch State Park (19271928) and the building of the Franconia Notch Parkway (1947-1988) depended upon the importance of the Old Man of the Mountain to New Hampshire’s history. This talk will trace the history of the Old Man of the Mountain and New Hampshire’s focus on preserving its home in Franconia Notch.

July 20th—Matthew Maclay: “From Mountains to Sand: Bedrock--Weathering and Rockfall at Cannon Cliff” Abstract: In Franconia Notch, the imposing Cannon Cliff looms over a massive heap of rock debris, ranging from pebbles to boulders, creating the largest talus slope in the Eastern US. This slope has been formed by the efficient weathering of bedrock and frequent rockfalls, including the 2003 collapse of The Old Man of the Mountain. Investigating the factors that contribute to the rapid erosion of Cannon Cliff is crucial, as it has implications that extend beyond Franconia Notch.

Bedrock weathering plays a significant role in landscape evolution, affects the carbon cycle, degrades infrastructure, and poses a risk of erosional hazards.

In this presentation, Maclay will discuss his research on the environmen-

tal conditions of Cannon Cliff and key factors that contribute to rockfall.

August 3rd—Marcia Schmidt Blaine: “History of 19th Century Tourism” (details to follow).

August 10th—Brian Fowler: “Autopsy of the Old Man— Geology and Human Connections” Abstract: In May 2003, the Old Man of The Mountain collapsed into Franconia Notch ending a nearly 200-year relationship between the people of New England and the Profile. Fowler, who supervised more than 25 years of stability studies on the Profile for the State of New Hampshire, will present an illustrated “remembrance” that describes the Profile’s formation, its geologic structure, the mechanisms of its stability and collapse, and the effort that’s been made to remember him.

August 17th—Mark Okrant: “The Enormous Impact of Two Icons Upon New Hampshire Tourism” Abstract: The Old Man of the Mountain was the state’s official emblem since 1945. The state lost a symbol and a leading revenue generator when it fell. Everyone from the governor to the person on the street had an opinion on how to best venerate the Old Man. Enter Dick Hamilton, dean of New England tourism marketers.

August 31st—Jill VanTongeren.

“Geology” September 7th—a tentative student music performance September 14th—Midge Goldberg.

Pastoral Poetry.

The Museum of the White Mountains is open year-round, when Plymouth State University is in session. Museum hours are 10 am-5 pm, Mondays through Fridays, and 11 am-4 pm on Saturdays; it is closed on Sundays. Admission is free. For more information, tel. (603) 535.2646, or email meghan. doherty@plymouth.edu.

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Many Farmers Markets Are Open in Lakes Region

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper There is something about fresh vegetables, straight from the garden that is appealing. Baked goods, from bread to pies and rolls and cookies, are also popular. But not everyone has the time or skill to tend a garden or bake pastries.

That is where a good farmers market comes in handy. It is the time of year when we can look forward to weeks of fresh produce, beautiful flowers, homemade jams and baked goods and handmade items at local farmers markets.

The markets are popular everywhere, and the Lakes Region is known for some great farmers markets. Visitors and locals love the crafts, vegetables, dairy products and fresh meat, as well as the added treat of live music at some events.

The Wolfeboro Farmers Market is open for the season and takes place each Thursday from noon to 3:30 pm through October. It is held at The Nick Recreation Park on 10 Trotting Track Road (Rt. 28) in Wolfeboro. With plenty of parking and room for the vendors to spread out, the market is a fun place to go for produce, fresh foods and more.

The market in Wolfeboro is very popular due to the wide variety of products offered each week. Some of the market vendors you will see over the season include Arlene’s Asian Kitchen, Beth’s Gluten-Free Goodies, Good Bread, The Boy’s Fresh Catch, Garden of Freedom, It’s So Good Granola, Maple Makers Homestead, Matras Maple/

Sudsy Cow, Moose Mountain Farm, Mountain Heartbeet, Naoki’s Crafts, Adventures on Canvas, Peak’s International Eats/Shave Ice, Red Gate Farm, Seabrisket Bakery, Seacoast Pretzel Co., Siegrist Family Farm, Sol Kitchen, Steven “Grumpy” Bell, Tortuga Soap Co., Under N Acre Farm, Wayuu Handmade Bags, and Winnipesaukee Soap Co. Bring the kids to the Wolfeboro Farmers Market for story time and stop by for lunch or pick up food for dinner and choose from a variety of hot and cold foods. Local musicians will bring an added festive nature to the markets.

Once the summer season is over, (the outdoor market runs until the end of October), there are plans to offer the market indoors elsewhere for November and December, with the location TBA. Visitors can check www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com for updates.

The popular Tamworth Farmers Mar-

ket will operate this summer each Saturday from 10 am to noon. The market is at 30 Tamworth Road in Tamworth in the parking lot of the Unitarian Fellowship of the Eastern Slope. The market dates are June 10, 17 and 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29; August 5, 12, 19 and 26; September 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30; and October 7, 14, 21 and 28. (The winter market hours are listed at www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org.)

The Tamworth Farmers Market also has live music, which adds to the fun of the event. Throughout the summer, vendors will offer veggies, berries, herbs, eggs, honey, soaps, baked goods, and much more. Call 603-323-2392.

In Barnstead, the farmers market will be open on Saturdays from June to September with the hours of 9 am to 1 pm. The market begins on June 3 at 9 am at 1 West Parade Rd. in Barnstead.

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The Gilmanton Community Farmers Market takes place on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm from June 11 through October 5. According to information on the market website, “At Gilmanton Community Farmers Market, our mission is to create an enjoyable shopping experience that customers of all ages can enjoy. Our market began in 2020 as a dream turned into reality despite the COVID pandemic. We provide Gilmanton and the surrounding communities with a variety of quality products from local growers and makers. We have something to suit everyone’s taste! Our Farmers Market is home to a number of local professionals who go above and beyond to give back to the community through the products they offer.” Musicians will entertain during the market, and you are invited to bring a blanket or lawn chair to relax while enjoying the music. Some of the musicians will include Chris & Roy, Mike G., Carlton Page, Paul Hubert, The Sweetbloods, and more. There also will be many food trucks on site during the summer markets.

The market location is 1385 NH Route 140 in Gilmanton Iron Works.

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May 22, 2023 | THE LAKER | Page 33 • Farmers continued from page 32 The Franklin Farmers Market takes place on Thursdays from June 22 to September 14, with hours of 3 to 6 pm at Marceau Park on Central Street in downtown Franklin. The market has a festive atmosphere, with fresh produce, other items and live music. For information, visit www.franklinnh.org or call 603-934-3900.

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Market is running on Wednesdays from 4 to 6:30 pm this summer; opening day is May 31. The market is located at the grassy area/parking lot adjacent to Elkins Library in Canterbury. You can also expect a live music performance each week. Items offered will include dairy, vegetables, bagels, bakery items, soaps, coffee and much more.

A list of musicians who will be playing at the Canterbury Market will be online, as well as more information on

vendors. Visit www.canterburyfarmersmarket.com.

Bristol in the Newfound Lake region will be offering a farmers market on Saturdays from 10 am to 2 pm at Millstream Park. The park is located on Rt. 3A in Bristol. The market offers baked goods, produce, crafts and agricultural items such as bacon, ham, smoked cheese and chicken as well as produce of vegetables and fruits. It runs from May through October. Call Bobbie,

market manager at 603-273-1058 for details.

Sandwich is planning a farmers market, starting in June (or July) on Saturdays from 9 am to noon. Plans are still underway, so call 603-455-0324 for updates. The market will be held on the town green in Sandwich village.

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NH Boat Museum to Host Artist Don’t Fawn Over Baby Deer In the coming weeks, deer will begin animal. Contact the New Hampshire Fish Reception with Cate Poole giving birth around the Granite State, and Game Department by emailing wildOn Friday, June 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., the New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host a member-only reception for local watercolor painter Cate Poole.

A resident of Wolfeboro, Poole has a long history in the Lakes Region, beginning with childhood as a camper at Camp Kehonka and attending the New Hampton School. Her family also had a vacation home in Melvin Village when she was a child.

“I love focusing on the landscape of the area and creating a sense of connection with the viewer,” said Poole. ”I like my work to remind people of things they’ve seen…If it resonates with a person, it invokes a beautiful positive feeling of joy, familiarity, and appreciation of what is around us.”

In June, her work will be featured throughout NHBM’s gallery with subject matter ranging from landscapes and boats to water, including three new pieces that have yet to be publicly displayed.

Poole said she likes to look at the nat-

ural world through the eyes of a watercolor painter, constantly looking at— and questioning—the landscape. “How can I create that color?” said Poole, who cited water as a “very strong” focus in her paintings. “How would I create that wisp of that cloud? What are the textures in that rock and how would I create that rock?”

In addition to the NHBM gallery, Poole’s work can be seen at the Galleries at 30 Main in Meredith, The Art Place, The Gilford Country Store, and Windspree Gallery in St. John USVI. Her work can be found online at catepoole.com.

Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM is open from Saturday, May 27 on Memorial Day Weekend through Columbus/ Indigenous Peoples Day Weekend in October. NHBM is sponsored in part

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with the majority of deer fawns born in May and June. Each spring, many New Hampshire residents see young deer by themselves and fear the worst. Has the mother died? Has she abandoned her fawn? The answer in most cases is no.

The doe is usually not far off, waiting to return to feed her newborn.

Adult deer can be easily detected by predators due to their scent and large size.

For these reasons does will spend extended periods away from their fawns to disassociate their scent from the fawn, helping to keep them safe from predators. For the first month of life, the doe will only visit the fawn a few times a day to nurse quickly before leaving again, although usually not going too far away.

Some well-intentioned people who see fawns alone, however, assume that they have been abandoned and may take them in to try to help. Most of the time this act removes the fawn from the care it needs.

The best chance a young wild animal has to survive is in its natural environment under the care of its mother. If you suspect a fawn or other young wildlife has been abandoned or orphaned, do not move the

life@wildlife.nh.gov or calling (603) 271-2461 to initiate a report. Department staff can assess the situation and help determine the best course of action. In most instances, it is advisable to leave the fawn or other animal alone and allow time for the mother to return.

Do not approach, pet, or feed wildlife, and never remove any animal from its habitat. Only qualified people with special rehabilitator permits, issued through the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department, may take in and care for injured or orphaned wildlife. Improper care of injured or orphaned wildlife frequently leads to sickness or death and often the animals cannot be returned to the wild.

For example, deer fawns that have been fed the wrong type of milk or formula will develop severe diarrhea (scours). For a full list of licensed wildlife rehabilitators, visit www.wildnh.com/wildlife/rehabilitators.html.

Please remember, the best way to help young wildlife is by keeping them wild.

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NH Boat Museum to Host Children’s Story Hour on Friday, June 9 Presented with Wolfeboro Public Library, New Hampshire Boat Museum (NHBM) will host Children’s Story Hour for children, ages 2 to 6, on Friday, June 9, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. After stories are read by the library’s children librarian, Jeanne Snowdon, the program offers a craft activity.

Admission to Children’s Story Hour is free for children and one accompanying adult. “Families often play outside on our lawn after the program,” noted NHBM Executive Director Martha Cummings. “The Cotton Valley Rail Trail is just down the road behind our building, so you can also walk or ride bikes after our program.”

Pre-registration for Children’s Story Hour is not required. NHBM is located

at 399 Center Street, Wolfeboro, NH. In addition to Children’s Story Hour, other family-friendly programming at NHBM includes Lake Discovery Family Days and Youth, Family, and Adult Boat Building Classes.

Founded in 1992 by antique and classic boating enthusiasts, NHBM is committed to inspire people of all ages with an understanding of, and appreciation for, the boating heritage of New Hampshire’s fresh waterways. NHBM is sponsored in part by Goodhue Boat Company, Eastern Propane and Oil, Stark Creative, KW Lakes and Mountains, Taylor Community, Belletetes, and North Water Marine.

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New Top Cop for Kids Motorcycle Skills Challenge Kicks Off Motorcycle Week at NHMS New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) and ProRider 603 are joining forces to host an all new event to kick off Motorcycle Week at NHMS June 9-11.

The Top Cop for Kids Motorcycle Skills Challenge presented by Laconia Harley-Davidson will put the region’s finest motorcycle riders to the test to see who has what it takes to be named Top Cop. Proceeds will benefit children in need throughout New England through the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities (SCCNH), the official charity of the speedway.

“We are excited to kick off the 100th Laconia Motorcycle Week Rally with this new event to showcase the incredible skills of officers from throughout the region,” said New Hampshire Motor Speedway Executive Vice President and General Manager David McGrath. “As a motorcycle rider myself, I am always working to improve my skills on my bike, and I certainly appreciate the level

of talent these officers have. Spectators will be amazed seeing what these guys can do on two wheels.”

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Keep Your Eyes on the Water!

Safe Boating

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper The lakes are vast and driving any kind of watercraft is different than operating a vehicle on dry land. Although boaters and those who plan to boat know that simple fact, there is more to boating.

In the past few years, there has been an increase in the number of boats and other ways to enjoy the lakes, such as kayaks, paddleboards, and canoes.

“Last year, there were 105,000 registered boats in New Hampshire,” says Lieutenant Crystal McLain of the New Hampshire State Police Marine Patrol.

With offices in Gilford and elsewhere in the state, McLain and her co-workers are busy on Lake Winnipesaukee and other lakes, particularly as when summer months swell the population.

McLain points out the number of boats does not include canoes, kayaks, and boats brought to the lakes from other states. She adds that Lake Hosts (www.nhlakes.org for information) provide a picture of how many boats are launched and that number has increased in the past few years. Covid may be a reason for the increase, as boating provided a socially-distanced, safe way to get outdoors. Also, summer residents are arriving and using their boats earlier, and some have decided to stay in the Lakes Region year-round during Covid.

“Last summer we saw more of a typical boating season,” McLain explains.

“Boaters are mostly here for a vacation, and it is for a period of time such as a week or two and then they leave.”

It made for a more average boating season.

At the New Hampshire Marine Patrol, some officers work full time and some are on a part-time basis. It can be seasonal work until October or yearround, but for every officer, the job requires handling a variety of boating issues.

McLain says there is a mix of every kind of watercraft on the lakes these days. “There are boats, but also paddle craft, such as stand-up boards, and also hydrofoils and canoes.”

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At the end of the class, you will take a test and if you pass, you will be given a temporary boating education certificate with a permanent card to follow,” McLain explains. There also are online class options and classes are held at various locations and dates around the state.

For those who are planning to be in the Lakes Region for a shorter time and want to do some boating, there is a 14day temporary certificate option. If you rent a boat for a day or a week, you can take a test at various locations in the state, and if you pass, you will be given a 14-day certificate. McLain stresses it is important to read the boating handbooks with laws ahead of taking the test.

Pontoon boats have gained in popularity over the years, and these days, people use the bigger boats for a variety of reasons, from towing kids on tubes to swimming off the pontoon boat or taking friends and family on a sunset lake cruise. “Be prepared to meet the boat capacity. All pontoons have capacity plates, and you cannot exceed capacity. And it is important to check safety equipment and know where it is kept in case of an emergency,” McLain says.

It is a law in New Hampshire that the boat does not go over the weight/capacity limit and also that it be equipped with life jackets. “Always check the gear before leaving to go out on the lake,” McLain says.

No matter what the boat might be, drivers need to be safe and cautious.

“Distracted operations are a leading cause of boating accidents,” McLain adds. “This can be because the driver is looking at their phone or checking GPS, looking backward if they are towing water skiers or tubes or socializing with those on the boat. It is important to keep constant attention in all directions.” (Or as the Marine Patrol officers say, “keep your head on a swivel.”)

Speed limits are 45 mph during the day and 30 mph at night, as conditions permit. Obviously, if the weather is foggy or rainy and visibility is low, you must slow down and be cautious.

It also is important to be aware of the safe passage law. This means when within 150 ft. of swimmers, the shoreline, swim lines, etc., you must travel at a safe headway speed (much slower speed).

A major factor in boat-related accidents and citations on the water is alcohol. “When boating, the operator cannot be impaired,” stresses McLain.

“It is a big thing Marine Patrol officers look for. It is among the top arrestable violations.”

Boaters must exercise caution and be sensible. Added to this, the boat’s

driver must not be impaired. McLain stresses that it is always advisable to nominate a boat sober passenger to take over much like a designated driver for a vehicle. “We see a lot of alcohol-related issues on the lake,” says McLain. But with caution and a sensible attitude, they can be avoided.

She says sometimes – but not often – there are docking issues. “It is a mix of reasons. It isn’t very common, though.”

Docking issues can arise when someone gets confused and thinks a private dock is public, or an unattended boat drifts into a private dock. Now and then, when a boater cannot find a public dock space, they may try to dock in a private space, such as at a cottage with a dock, but that is extremely rare.

Each summer and fall there are also sailboats on the lakes. “It is hard to say if there are currently more or fewer sailboats on the water,” McLain says.

If the sailboat has a motor and uses it, such as for a day when the wind dies down and the sailor needs a way to get back to shore, the sailboat is considered to be a motor boat. If it isn’t under power, there are specific boating rules, such as a non-powered boat has the right of way. All boats must have lights and use them at night.

In conclusion, McLain explains boating accidents and mishaps can be cut down if boaters remember some rules: Check safety equipment before heading out. Know where emergency equipment is on the boat, such as life jackets.

Designate a sober driver, and it should be someone with a boat license.

Keep the boat’s lights on a night.

Passengers age 13 and under must wear a life jacket at all times when boating. McLain says if possible, all passengers, no matter what age, ideally should wear life jackets when boating.

Boating is great fun and there is nothing like being on the water for a day of recreation or to watch a sunset over the lake. Be aware of the waterways and boating rules, and you can be assured of a great experience in the Lakes Region.

The New Hampshire Marine Patrol headquarters are located at 31 Dock Road in Gilford. Call 603-293-2037 or visit https://www.nhsp.dos.nh.gov/.

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