Local Apple Picking Hotspots
By Mark Okrant
With September fast approaching, one of New Hampshire’s favorite seasons is upon us. No, we’re not alluding to high school and college football. Rather, this is the time when many of us go out into rural areas in search of apples. When my daughters were growing up, we looked forward to a cool, crisp Saturday afternoon when we climbed up, then down, hills in search of our favorite eating and cooking apples. When we started doing this, it was my job to carry paper bags filled with our prize finds. I should mention that I also carried our younger daughter on my shoulders. Years later we knew it was time to end those ventures when my older daughter tried to ride the orchard owners’ Shetland pony only to discover that her feet were dragging on the ground. Those were wonderful times; let’s now examine how the apple gained its foothold in North America.
The natural origin of the apple is generally accepted to be in Kazakhstan; hybridizations and repeated domestications followed while modifying many attributes of the fruit. By tracing the origins of each form of modern apple, scientists have identified Central Asia as the fruit’s home. The apple is thought to have been domesticated 4,000 to 10,000 years ago, then to have travelled along the Silk Road to Europe, where new species were introdu ced.
During the period of North American colonization, European settlers arrived
first in Jamestown, Virginia, and later in Plymouth, Massachusetts. While it is not known whether Jamestown’s settlers had apple trees, the Pilgrims who settled in coastal Massachusetts brought young apple trees from England and planted seedling orchards throughout New England. More than a century later, Johnny Appleseed (born Johnathan Chapman) was an American pioneer nurseryman who introduced apple trees to large parts of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Ontario, as well as the northern counties of West Virginia.
The current leading producer of apples is China, with exactly one-half of the world’s total of 95.8 million tons.
Next in rank of production are the United States (4.8 million), Turkey (4.4 million), Poland (4.3 million), and India (2.6 million).
Based on several culinary surveys, the following are the best apples to eat raw.
Gala: is described as mildly sweet and juicy with a vanilla-like fragrance. Its thin skin makes it kid-friendly, and it’s also perfect for slicing and serving raw.
Honeycrisp: described as the perfect apple for snacking—it is fragrant, sweet and tart.
Fuji: due to its low acidity, these ultra-sweet, crispy, and juicy apples are a go-to choice for snacking (and baking),
as well as homemade baby food or apple butters.
SugarBee: described as intensely sweet with honey undertones, its texture is firm and crisp, and very juicy Jazz: described as a hybrid of Braeburn and Gala apples; therefore, it is loaded with flavor. It’s an ideal snacking apple because it’s balanced, but not bland. It also has a nice firm texture for a satisfying crunch.
Envy: described as very sweet with a hint of tart; this bright red apple with a blush of yellow is a cross between Braeburn and Royal Gala. It doesn’t brown, making it a great lunchbox selection.
Golden Delicious: this sweet apple is good for snacking or baking. This is the apple to eat when you don’t feel like puckering up and want something mellow and refreshing.
These are the best apples for baking.
Granny Smith: is a tart apple that helps to keep the final product from being overly sweet, and it keeps its shape beautifully when baked.
Jonathan or Jonagold: both very similar in flavor as well as the way they behave when baked. Jonathan apples are mildly sweet and tart. Jonagolds are a combination of Jonathan and Golden Delicious, so this apple sways slightly on the sweeter side than tart.
Cortland: a good balance of both sweet and tart flavors, it shines in sa-
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Granite VNA Offers Fall Prevention Program For Older Adults
Granite VNA is now offering “Healthy Steps for Older Adults” (HSOA), a new evidence-based fall prevention program for adults ages 60 and older. This program is free of charge and open to the public. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Through activities, assessments, and discussions, participants will gain tools and tips on how to reduce the risk of falls, a leading cause of decreased independence and increased hospitalizations in older adults.
The program is made possible through a grant from the Partnership for Public Health, which serves as a coordinating entity for public health improvement strategies across New Hampshire. The agency brings local organizations and community partners together to ensure the health and safety of others through collaboration, resource sharing, and integrated public health services.
“Falling is a serious concern among many older adults, and we are excited
to now offer this program to provide people with useful information and practical tips to help prevent falls,” said Granite VNA Director of Community Health, Jennifer Brechtel.
Developed by the Pennsylvania Department of Aging in 2005, this program has been proven to reduce falls, lower the frequency of self-reported hospital and emergency department visits due to falls, and decrease healthcare costs associated with falls.
HSOA is one of five nationally recognized, evidence-based programs offered by Granite VNA, all of which are facilitated by specially trained community health educators and volunteers.
Granite VNA is a non-profit, licensed, and certified home health and hospice care provider serving communities across the Greater Capital Region and Central New Hampshire since 1899. The agency has offices in Concord, Laconia, and Wolfeboro.
Visit www.granitevna.org to register or for more information.
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vory or sweet applications.
Braeburn: the Braeburn apple brings the same great qualities to a recipe, but it’s slightly sweeter.
Its reddish, pink exterior with streaks of yellow and green makes for a pretty presentation.
Honeycrisp: one of the most versatile and widely available. With a crisp, juicy texture, Honeycrisps bake up wonderfully. These apples are sweet with a hint of honey, but they are still mild enough to play well in any baked good.
Most versatile apple.
McIntosh: good for eating and cooking. They are well known as a dessert apple that breaks down quickly and requires a shorter cook time than most others. When picked, McIntosh apples are sweet, juicy, and tart with a bit of spice to the flavor.
There are currently an estimated twenty apple orchards in New Hampshire, where the apple season typically runs from mid-August to mid-October. What each orchard grows and when the apples ripen is weather dependent. This is a compiled list of Granite State orchards. Lakes Region orchards are in italics. Area code (603).
Carter Hill Orchard, Concord, 2252625
Meadow Ledge Farm, Loudon, 7985860
Apple Hill Farm, Concord, 224-8862
Smith Orchard, Belmont, 387-8052
Applecrest Farm Orchards, Hampton Falls, 926-3721
Gould Hill Farm, Contoocook, 7463811
Hazelton Orchards, Chester, 4909921
Mack’s Apples, Londonderry, 4347619
Appleview Orchard, Pittsfield, 4353553
Moose Hill Orchard, Londonderry, 434-7619
Stone Mountain Farm, Belmont, 731-2493
Surowiec Farm, Sanbornton, 2864069
Lull Farm, Hollis, 465-7079
Hackleboro Orchard, Canterbury, 783-4248
Sunnycrest Farm, Londonderry, 432-7753
French Pond Orchards, Henniker, 428-3000
Vickery Orchard Apples, Rochester, 332-5657
King Blossom Farm, Grantham, 863-6125
DeMeritt Hill Farm, Lee, 868-2111
Elwood Orchards, Londonderry, 434-6017
McKenzies Farm, Milton, 652-9400
Butternut Farm, Farmington, 3354705
DeVylder Farm, Wolfeboro, 5694110
Romac Orchards, Acton, Maine, 207-324-5054
As you are reading this, apple season is in full swing. Head out to your favorite orchard. Those orchardists have been working hard to produce their delicious crops. They will be very happy to see you.
Death By Chocolate
By Kelly Ross
Who’s in the mood for some chocolate? Sometimes a subtle chocolate flavor is just what the doctor ordered and a few glasses of milk to go with it. Between a chocolate cheesecake, a chocolate tart, and Bailey’s chocolate mousse, prepare for a chocolate high. Make your mornings sweeter with this yummy chocolate chip bread. With some coffee or milk, this quick bread is a great way to kick things off. It’s easy to make and it’s scrumptious, and the smell of this baking will get the whole family out of bed and jazzed. Prep is 10-15 minutes; baking time is under an hour. Makes a single loaf.
Chocolate Chip Bread
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 stick butter, room temp
½ cup granulated white sugar
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup milk
¾ cup mini chocolate chips, plus more to top with before baking, optional
Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease and lightly flour a loaf pan. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a large bowl, beat together the butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth. Add the flour mixture and milk to the batter, alternating adding and mixing until combined. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour batter into loaf pan, (top with more chips if preferred). Bake for 50 – 55 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the middle should come out clean. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes,
then remove to a wire rack. Cool completely before slicing. Adding 1 tsp of espresso powder to the dry ingredients adds a great flavor. Should you prefer almond extract to vanilla, that is a great change, or use a combination of both. Regardless, this will be a great way to start your day.
Welcome a kid favorite (although everyone will enjoy these) triple chocolate cookies. Soft and chewy, these employ three types of chocolate in the mix, making them a decadent cookie and yummy. Milk is a prerequisite. So simple, these are prepped and cooked in a half hour, (the dough will need to rest for a half hour before baking). Makes 30 cookies.
The Ultimate Triple Chocolate Cookies
2 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp salt
4 large eggs
2 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp instant coffee powder
16 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
12 oz semisweet chocolate chips
10 tbsp butter, room temp
½ cup granulated white sugar
1 ½ cups dark brown sugar, packed In a medium-sized bowl, sift the flour, cocoa, baking powder, and salt and mix well. In another bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla together. Add the coffee powder. Mix until the coffee dissolves. Set a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, making sure it does not touch the water, and pop in the chopped chocolate and stir until
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smooth (alternatively, you can melt the chocolate in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring each time).
In a stand mixer, beat the butter until smooth. Add in the sugars. Beat until just combined (it will be grainy still). Gradually beat in the egg/vanilla/coffee mixture, then add the melted chocolate. Set the mixer to low and mix in the chocolate chips. Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Cover with plastic wrap and let stand at room temp for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheets with parchment. Scoop cookie dough onto the cookie sheet, leaving plenty of room between each. Bake each sheet for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven. Place on wire racks to cool. Now, a fine-dining dessert experience that takes under fifteen minutes
(although it does require time to set under refrigeration) to make. Rich, creamy, and decadent, this mousse highlights Bailey’s Irish Cream.
This is one of those desserts that your guests will feel like you spent hours making. Suits four.
Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse
2 tsp plain gelatin
2 tbsp cold water
¼ cup boiling water
½ cup granulated white sugar
4 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted if extra lumpy
1 ½ cups heavy cream
½ cup Bailey’s Irish Cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
Garnish:
½ cup homemade whipped cream or frozen whipped topping, thawed
2 tbsp chocolate shavings using a veggie peeler on a block of chocolate
Before beginning, place the mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 15
minutes to chill. Mix the gelatin into the cold water in a small bowl. Let sit for about a minute, to soften/gel. Add boiling water. Stir until gelatin is completely dissolved. Let stand to cool. It should resemble a thick paste. To make the mousse: combine the sugar and cocoa in the chilled mixing bowl. Add heavy cream. Beat at medium speed until stiff peaks form. Add in Bailey’s, vanilla, and gelatin mixture, beating continuously at high speed until soft to medium peaks appear (do not overmix or the mousse will become gummy). Pour into serving dishes. Refrigerate for one hour, or until ready to serve. Add whipped cream and chocolate shavings to the top.
Moving up the ladder of chocolate insanity, this rich, chocolate tart is topped with salted caramel, which is then topped with a chocolate ganache. Easily made in 45 minutes (cool for an
hour) before cutting. Chocolate Caramel Tart Pie
For The Crust:
36 regular Oreos (not double stuff)
1 stick butter, melted but overly hot
For The Caramel:
1 stick butter
1 ½ cups dark brown sugar, packed
½ cup heavy whipping cream
For The Ganache:
12 oz dark chocolate chips
½ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ tsp flaky sea salt
For the crust: crush the Oreos in a food processor or place them in a Ziplock and smash them with a rolling pin until finely crushed. Place crumbs in a bowl. Stir in the melted butter until well combined. Press firmly into your pie plate. Freeze the crust for 10 minutes until set. For the caramel: combine but-
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Wells
Yesteryear
The Struggle To Settle
By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper
It is an idyllic country town with old, well-kept homes. Stately elm trees burst with fall foliage or summer’s greenery on streets and scenic backroads. All this and more describes rural Gilmanton, New Hampshire, a town with a long and fascinating history.
The future town of Gilmanton was incorporated in 1727, with Colonial Governor John Wentworth signing a charter on May 20.
At that time, the Lakes Region was largely unsettled land, with thick forests and wild animals. The hostilities with native people was likely because of the unseemly track record of some white settlers to live peacefully with the native people. With so much land for taking in the new country, men were eager to stake a claim and fulfill their hopes for a better life.
In the case of Gilmanton, the land was granted as pay for 24 members of the Gilman family and 153 other men who fought in defense of the colonies.
The conditions of the charter were: proprietors must build 70 dwelling houses and a family had to live in each within three years of charter. Also, they must clear three acres of ground for planting; each proprietor must pay his portion of town charges; a meetinghouse must be built for religious
worship within four years. The members had to build a house for a minister and another for a school. All these conditions were to be met if the families wanted to keep their land. If any settler defaulted on those conditions, he would lose his share of the property.
As to why the town was called Gilmanton, the name Gilman appears time and time again in early records, and the family, originally from Exeter (most of the proprietors were from the seacoast/Exeter area), had fought valiantly during war times.
sachusetts, or England. Massachusetts had a greater population, with cities such as Boston offering a taste of the fineries of life in England. The grant of land in Gilmanton seems to have been very unsuitable and unwise for the Exeter men.
Because of the fear of Indian attacks, the original conditions were not met, and it wasn’t until 1749 and 1750 that settlers came to town to pick out lots and work the land. Even then, the men did not stay long for many reasons.
Over and over again, through the years to follow, the settling of Gilmanton was a stop and start affair, due largely to the dangers of warring native parties. Gilmanton town meetings were held in the safety of Exeter, where most proprietors still lived.
If Governor Wentworth had given much thought to the land grants, he would surely have chosen a more populated area to gift land to these proprietors. While they may have fought valiantly in war times, most Exeter residents hailed originally from Mas-
In 1730 a committee of proprietors petitioned the Governor to allow a longer time to settle the town. In 1731 Edward Gilman and others traveled to Gilmanton and marked out boundaries. They didn’t stay long, as the French and Indian wars were about to begin. The entire Lakes Region, and Gilmanton, was a very dangerous place for English settlers to be. The French and Indian war parties used nearby Lake Winnipesaukee as a rendezvous for scouting parties, and any smoke seen at likely settlements was an easy target for attack.
By October 1748, a peace treaty was signed, and the French and Indian war parties retreated to Canada. At that time, the Gilmanton proprietors could resume settlement.
Another snag in their plans happened around this time, when the deed of John Tufton Mason of Hampshire County, England (it is said New Hampshire gets its name from Mason’s home county) was brought forth.
Mason held huge amounts of land
in New England, and mostly in New Hampshire. He had transferred his claim of the Gilmanton land to friends in Portsmouth. This land ownership question could potentially be a real problem for everyone. Once again, the proprietors refused to till the land and settle in Gilmanton, when the land might not really belong to them. They put down their tools until the issue could be resolved.
The dispute was settled in 1752, and all seemed well for settlement of Gilmanton.
Yet again, plans were shelved when the old French and Indian wars resumed. The wars were mostly about who owned what land. Unlike the previous war, the English decided to become aggressive to end the fighting. They staged attacks on unsuspecting French forts, and among the soldiers who entered into the battle were men from Gilmanton and Exeter.
After much bloodshed, the war was finally finished, and life could return to a sense of normalcy.
Progress in settling the new town finally took hold. By the summer of 1761, proprietors had selected, cleared
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Harbor Care To Host NH Veteran Stand Down
Harbor Care, in partnership with U.S. Veterans Affairs, the U.S. Department of Labor, and other community service providers, will host the 20th Annual NH Stand Down, a free resource and service expo for former service members experiencing homelessness or in
need of assistance, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, September 20, at Eversource Energy Park in Manchester.
Dozens of service organizations and public assistance agencies will be onsite. Veterans can access help with housing, employment, pension claims,
heating and energy, healthcare, financial assistance, food, clothing, and more.
Harbor Care is an innovative non-profit organization, providing high-quality housing, health care, and veterans services, helping more than
5,000 adults, children, and families across New Hampshire.
Visit Veteran Services at www.harborcarenh.org for more information.
Festival Of Trees Now Accepting Applications
This year marks the 25th anniversary of The Festival of Trees. The committee is currently accepting applications from non-profit charitable organizations wishing to be a beneficiary of this year’s event. Applications are found on the website at www.wolfeborofestivaloftrees. com and must be submitted by Tuesday, October 1. Applicants must state
the desire for this need and the direct impact it will have on the greater community.
Any business, organization, neighborhood, or citizen wishing to partic-
ipate in this event must complete the tree registration form and submit the fee of $40 by October 31.
New Hampshire Hunting Seasons Begin September 1
New Hampshire’s fall hunting seasons kick off on Sunday, September 1, with the opening of black bear and gray squirrel seasons. Archery seasons for turkey and white-tailed deer get underway September 15, and the statewide resident Canada goose hunt runs September 1–25.
New Hampshire’s hunting seasons are profiled in the New Hampshire Hunting and Trapping Digest, which includes hunting season dates, bag limits, check station locations, and more. Free copies are available at the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department headquarters, or via a local license agent. The Digest may be viewed online at www.eregulations.com/newhampshire/hunting Other online resources include the most recent Wildlife Harvest Summary Report and the Small Game Summary Report Hunters look forward to the opening day of deer season all year, and the much-anticipated regular firearms deer-hunting season starts on November 13. Both the archery and regular firearms seasons for deer will again
end one week early in Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) A. Refer to the Digest for WMU-specific either-sex deer hunting regulations and additional bear hunting opportunities, including the availability of an additional bear tag for WMUs C1, D2, E, and F. This fall’s shotgun turkey season will again run for 7 days (October 14–20) and includes a full weekend.
The following is a general overview of New Hampshire’s fall hunting seasons. Consult the Digest or visit www. huntnh.com for additional information.
2024 New Hampshire Hunting Seasons:
WHITE-TAILED DEER:
Archery: September 15–December 15 (ends December 8 in WMU A)
Youth Deer Weekend: October 26–27
Muzzleloader: November 2–November 12
Firearms: November 13–December 8 (ends December 1 in WMU A)
BLACK BEAR: Starts September 1 (end date varies by WMU)
GRAY SQUIRREL: September 1,
2024–January 31, 2025
SNOWSHOE HARE: October 1, 2024–March 31, 2025 (bag limit varies by WMU)
RUFFED GROUSE: October 1–December 31
MOOSE: October 19–27 (by permit only)
FALL TURKEY:
Shotgun: October 14–20 (certain WMUs)
Archery: September 15–December 15 (ends December 8 in WMU A)
Apprentice hunting licenses are an option for those age 16 and older who want to try hunting but have not taken Hunter Education, or who have not been able to schedule a field day. The apprentice hunting license allows unlicensed people to hunt under the guidance of a licensed hunter aged 18 or older. Apprentice licenses are available only at NH Fish and Game Headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord. Learn more at www.wildlife.nh.gov/ hunting-nh/hunter-education/apprentice-hunting-licenses.
As the fall hunting seasons begin, the NH Fish and Game Department asks
hunters not to use natural urine-based deer lures. These products can potentially spread chronic wasting disease (CWD), a neurological disorder that is always fatal to white-tailed deer and moose. Synthetic lures are suggested. Do your part and help keep our deer herd free of CWD. Learn more at www. wildlife.nh.gov/wildlife-and-habitat/ wildlife-related-diseases/deer-diseases Hunters are advised to take proper care when handling wild game to minimize possible exposure to wildlife diseases. First and foremost, hunters should avoid shooting or handling any animal that appears sick. For more tips on safe handling of wild game, visit www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/after-harvest/safe-handling-wild-game New Hampshire hunting licenses and permits can be purchased online anytime at www.nhfishandgame.com. Enjoy New Hampshire’s woods safely by wearing hunter/blaze orange. With more than a million acres of public land open to hunting and outdoor recreation, this is the safe choice for all outdoor enthusiasts this fall.
Camp Hale To Host First Annual Plunge
Camp Hale, a summer camp located on Squam Lake, will host its first-ever plunge fundraiser on Saturday, October 12, at 9 a.m.
This event is open to the public with opportunities to stay the night, gain prizes through fundraising, and be recognized in the event’s inaugural year. A light breakfast and coffee will be provided to participants.
All proceeds will be applied towards programming which aims to build personal development for underserved youth through perseverance, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving in nature.
Established in 1900, Camp Hale remains one of the few New England summer sleepaway camps that welcomes families of all finan-
cial backgrounds through a sliding pay scale. This equitable access to a summer camp experience would otherwise be out of reach to low-income families.
Registration and more information can be found at www.uses.org/ event/camp-hale-plunge/.
Camp Hale is part of the Boston-based nonprofit United South End Settlements (USES) which aims to provide families with resources and opportunities that enrich their lives and strengthen social, financial, and/or career goals. USES offers programs that support the whole family through quality education, development opportunities, and community connections.
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Sept. 2, Jim Lauderdale, 7 p.m., Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Sept. 3, Lecture Series: David Kertzer – The Pope at War, 7 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org
Sept. 3, Main Street Museum Open House and Tours, 5 – 7 p.m., Meredith Historical Society, 45 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-1190.
Sept. 4, Artist Reception, for artist Anne-Marie Schpeley, free admission, 5:30 - 7 p.m., NH Boat Museum’s Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, info.: 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org
Sept. 5, Volcanoes & Cellar Holes: The History of the Land Walking Tour, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Sept. 6, 50th Anniversary Golden Gala, 6 – 9 p.m., celebrate Children’s Center’s 50th anniversary, on M/S Mount Washington, boat departs from Wolfeboro Town Docks, tickets/info: www.thechildrenscenternh.org.
Sept. 6: Guided Exploration: Grey Rocks, 10 a.m. – noon, free, open to all, pre-registration required: 178 N Shore Rd., Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.
Sept. 6, First Friday Artists Reception, 5 - 7 p.m., Meet the Artists &Osher Lifelong Learning (OLLI) Event. Guests Welcome!, ArtWorks Gallery, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.
Car and Truck Storage (COLD)
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Sept. 6, KR Collective, 6 p.m., Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, 72 Main St., Meredith, ticket reservations a must: 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com
Sept. 6, Medium Lauren Rainbow, 7:30 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
Sept. 6, Summer Sock Hop, 5:30– 8 p.m., free, public welcome, bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating, Rotary Park, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-5248813, www.belknapmill.org.
Sept. 6 & 7, Club Sandwich with John Davidson, 7 p.m., 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows
Sept. 7, Arlene Wow! Summer Music Series, 3 - 6 p.m., Gunstock Barrel Bar and Grille, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Rt. 11A, Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
Sept. 7, Beginner Wild Mushroom Walk, 10 a.m. – noon, age 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm. org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Sept. 7, Beginning Canning & Food Preservation, noon – 3 p.m., age 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Sept. 7, Photographic Exhibit: Crying in the Wilderness - An Immigrant’s Journey in Detention, 4 – 6 p.m., First Congregational Church, 115 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-581-4577, www.wolfeboroucc.org.
Sept. 7, Immigrant with Powerhouse Theatre Collaborative, 3 – 6 p.m., Laconia Public Library, 695 Main St., Laconia, 603-524-4775, https://www.laconianh.gov/1000/ Library
Sept. 7, The Best of the 70s with DizzyFish & The Uptown Horns, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse. com.
Sept. 8, Bird Walk, 8 – 11 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Sept. 8, Can’t Get Next to You, 7 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
Sept. 8, Cold River Radio Show, Barnstormers Theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.
Sept. 8, Sarah Borges Band, 7 p.m., Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Sept. 8, Who Gives a Hoot? Beginner Felting with Patsy Frasier, 10 a.m. – noon, League of NH Craftsmen - Meredith Fine Craft Gallery 279 DW Hwy. Meredith, pre-register: 603-279-7920, http://meredith.nhcrafts.org/classes/
Sept. 9, Birds & Bagels, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., meet at Laconia Public Library parking lot, 695 N. Main St., Laconia, walk the WOW trail with the group looking for birds enjoy coffee and bagels back at the library following the walk, pre-registration required: 603524-4775.
Sept. 9, Fall Crafting for Kids - Scarecrow, 3 – 4 p.m., ages 5 – 9, Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 9-13, Nature Station Grab Bag: Exploring Fungi!, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., stop by Newfound Lake Region Assoc. office at 10 N. Main St. (above TD Bank), Bristol, for a free Nature Station Grab Bag, info.: www.newfoundlake.org., 603-744-8689.
Sept. 10, Friends Crafts with Linda: Fabric Pumpkins, 10 a.m. – noon, Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 10, Lecture Series: David Chrisinger – The Soldiers Truth: Ernie Pyle and the Story of WWII, 7 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-
569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org
Sept. 10 & 14, Nature Station, 10 a.m. – noon, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 N Shore Rd., free, open to all, Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.
Sept. 11, Loft Listening Room Experience featuring Eli Lev, 6 p.m., Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, 72 Main St., Meredith, ticket reservations a must: 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com
Sept. 11, Polliwogs, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Sept. 11, Skywatch & Talk with Ed Ting, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Laconia Public Library, 695 Main St., Laconia, 603-524-4775, https://www.laconianh.gov/1000/Library
Sept. 12, Bigfoot Experience: Shadow of Big Red Eye, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Laconia Public Library, 695 Main St., Laconia, 603-524-4775, https://www.laconianh.gov/1000/Library
Sept. 12, Guided Hike: Bald Knob via Cutoff, 9 – 11 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Sept. 12, Heather Pierson and the Potboilers, 7 p.m., Majestic Café, jazz, blues and more, 34 Main St., Conway, 603-447-4737, mountaintopmusic.org.
Sept. 12, Story Hour at Moultonborough Public Library, 11 a.m. – noon, NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, info.: 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org
Sept. 13, Club Sandwich with John Davidson, 7 p.m., 12 Main St., Center Sandwich, admission/info: https://www.johndavidson.com/weekendshows
Sept. 13, Comedian Bob Marley, 6:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Sept. 13, Hops and Hulls Lecture Series, 7 - 9 p.m., guest speaker Jim Pocock, NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, info.: 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org
Sept. 13, Kanin Wren’s Taylor Swift Experience, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
Sept. 14, Start Making Sense: A Tribute to Talking Heads, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
Sept. 14, Summer Music Series with John Irish, 3 – 6 p.m., Gunstock Barrel Bar and Grille, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Rt. 11A, Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
Sept. 15, Historic Figures Tea, 2 - 4 p.m., Clark Museum Barn, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org
Sept. 15, Touch a Truck, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., The Children’s Center, at The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1027, www.thechildrenscenternh.org.
Sept. 16, Roller Skating Night, 5 – 7 p.m., Ossipee Town Hall, free skating format, bring your own skates, 55 Main St., Center Ossipee, waver/info.: 603-539-2008.
Sept. 17, Craft & Chat: Dorset Buttons, 5- 6:30 p.m., Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 17, Lecture Series: Howard Manfield – I Will Tell no War Stories : What Our Fathers left unsaid about WWII, 7 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org
Sept. 17, Tech Workshop – Phoneography, 2 – 3:30 p.m., Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 18, Newfound Science Pub: Bird Conservation, 5 - 7 p.m., chat by Chris Martin, raptor specialist at NH Audubon and John Cooley, senior biologist at Loon Preservation Committee, held at Newfound Lake Inn, 1030 Mayhew Turnpike, Bridgewater, by Newfound Lake Region Assoc., pre-register: www.newfoundlake.org., 603-744-8689.
Sept. 18, Polliwogs, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Sept. 18, Saturn & the Night Sky Through a Telescope, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m., multi-generational program, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Sept. 18, Tech Workshop – Phoneography, 1 - 2:30 p.m., Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 19, Cybersecurity for the Public, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 19, Fall Crafting for Kids – Apple Pie & Playdough, 3 – 4:15 p.m., Moultonboro Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonboro, pre-register: 603-476-8895.
Sept. 19, Onwego, 6 p.m., Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, 72 Main St., Meredith, ticket reservations: 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com
Sept. 20, Damn the Torpedoes, A Live Tom Petty Concert Experience, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center , 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Sept. 20: Guided Exploration: Plymouth Mountain, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., free, open to all, by Newfound Lake Region Assoc., pre-registration required: 603-744-8689, www. newfoundlake.org.
ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts/CCAC, art, workshops and events, open year-round with seasonal hours, 603-323-8041, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks. com
Bad Mom Night, every Thurs., Trenta, 30 Middleton Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-515-1068, www.trentanh.com.
Barnstead Farmers Market, Saturdays, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1 Parade Circle, Barnstead, nhbarnsteadfarmersmarket1@gmail.com, www.barnsteadfarmersmarket.com.
Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Bristol Farmers Market, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Saturdays, Millstream Park, Rt. 3, Bristol, bristolopenairmarket@atlanticbb.net.
Canterbury Shaker Village, walking trails, tours, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-7839511, www.shakers.org
Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, restaurant, music, walking trails, tours, events, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
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Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for hiking, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 603-284-6428, www.chapmansanctuaryvisnywoods.com.
Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, mountain views, benches for seating, free, www. chocorualake.org.
Coffee Hour, 10 – 11 a.m., coffee, tea and snacks, Effingham Public Library, 30 Town House Rd., Effingham, 603-539-1537, Effingham.lib.nh.us.
Country Music Brunch, Sundays, brunch food & music, Beans & Greens Farm Pavilion, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853.
Country Village Quilt Guild, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., meets first and third Wednesday of each month, Public Safety Building (back entrance to Police and Fire Dept.), Rte. 25, Moultonborough, countryvillagequilters@gmail.com.
Cruise Night, 5 – 7 p.m., Thursdays, 50/50 raffle, prizes, Tilt’n Diner, 61 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 603-286-2204. (Thursdays until Oct. 26)
Dam Brewhouse, events, 1323 NH Rte. 175, Campton, 603-726-4500, www.dambrewhouse.com.
Exhibit: Lucknow’s Laborers: The People Who Built and Cared for Tom Plant’s Estate, Castle in the Clouds Carriage House (gallery), Rt. 171, 455 Old Mountain Rd., Moultonborough, www.castleintheclouds.org
Family Craft Day, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., first Saturday of each month, free and fun for all ages, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
First Friday Receptions, through Dec., 5 - 7 p.m., refreshments, conversation & art, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 603-323-8041, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com
Friday Painters, 12:30 - 3 p.m., meet weekly, Mt. Washington Valley Arts Assoc., Gibson Center, 14 Grove St., N. Conway, ken@gibsoncenter.org.
Gilmanton Farmers Market, through Oct. 6, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sundays, local vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts, baked goods, live music and more, 1385 NH 140, on lawn of Gilmanton Year Round Library, Gilmanton Iron Works, 603-491-1687, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com
Guided Group Tour, history and machines of the historic Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, pre-register: jill@belknapmill.org, 603-524-8813, Monday-Friday.
In the Round, 8:45 a.m., Sundays, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, Benz Center, Sandwich, 603-284-7211.
Indoor Pickleball, 5 p.m., Sandwich Central School gym, Sandwich, every Tues., Wed. & Fri., parksandrec@sandwichnh.org
Kirkwood Gardens, free, open to public year round, Rt. 3, Holderness, tour the gardens, www.nhnature.org, 603-968-7194.
Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., meets second and fourth Wednesday of each month, First Congregational Church, 115 Main St., Wolfeboro. A second group meets Mondays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Community Center, 22 Lehner St., Wolfeboro, www.llqg.net
Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, youth and adult sailing lessons & competitions, Gilford, www.lwsa.org, 603-589-1177.
Lakes Region Art Association, exhibits and classes, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, Rte. 3, Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lraanh.org
Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook, nature trail on boardwalk, free, trail starts to the left of Meredith Village Savings Bank, Rte. 25, Meredith, 603-279-9015.
League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, handmade crafts and art for sale, workshops, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.
Loon Center, walking trails, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www. loon.org
Makers Mill, a variety of workshops, arts and crafts classes and more, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Making Strides, 8 – 9 a.m., drop-in walking for groups or singles, Ossipee Town Hall, no pre-registration required, 55 Main St., Center Ossipee, takes place various times: www.ossipee.recdesk.com.
Market on Main, 3 – 6 p.m., farmers market, every other Wed., through Oct. 2, 115 Main St., Alton, www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
Meredith Public Library Bookstore, run by Friends of the Meredith Library, open weekly: Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., lower level, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org.
Model Yachting, 1 – 4 p.m., Tues. & Thurs., Back Bay Skippers at Cotton Valley Rail Trail, Bridge Falls Path, Wolfeboro, watch radio controlled model yachts, NH Boat Museum, schedule: www.nhbm.org.
Molly the Trolley, take tours/rides of Wolfeboro area aboard the fun trolley, info/schedules: 603-569-1080, www.wolfeborotrolley.com
M/S Mount Washington Cruises, narrated cruises of Lake Winnipesaukee, day & evening cruises, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-BOAT, www.cruisenh.com
New England Racing Museum, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., open Saturdays, 922 NH Rte. 106 N., Loudon, www.NEMSMUSEUM.com
NH Boat Museum, boating exhibits, programs, boat building workshops, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org
NH Farm Museum, old-time farm events, tours, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org
Newfound Lake Eco-Tours, informative/scientific tours of Newfound Lake, runs until mid-Sept., Newfound Lake Association, www.newfoundlake.org, call for hours/dates of operation: 603-744-8689.
Outdoor Nature-Based Storytime for Young Children, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510, www.tamworthlibrary.org.
Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Quilting Group, 1 - 4 p.m., meets every 2 weeks, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Ossipee, schedule/info: 603-539-6390
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, events, tours, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
Roller Skating Night, 5 p.m., Mondays, bring your own skates, for age 18 and up, Ossipee Town Hall, 55 Main St., Ossipee, info/updates: 603-539-1307, www.ossipee.org.
Rug Hookers, 10 a.m. – noon, meets Tuesdays, Tuftonboro Free Library, 221 Middle Rd., Rt. 109A, Tuftonboro, 603-569-4256.
Sailing Lessons, youth & adult, Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, 25 Davis Rd., Gilford, schedule/pre-register: 603-589-1177, www.lwsa.org
Sculpture Walk, tours of outdoor sculptures around downtown/lakeside areas of Meredith, free, Greater Meredith Program, maps: 603-279-9015.
Sing-Along Night with Jim Tyrell, 5:30 – 8:30 p.m., Thursdays, Beans & Greens Farm Pavilion, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853.
Song and Jam Circle, 6:30 – 8 p.m., community created jams and song circle, 3rd Monday of each month, Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Tamworth, free, bring your favorite instruments, Arts Council of Tamworth, 603-584-2712, www.artstamworth.org
Squam Lake Cruises, family/educational cruises to look for loons & wildlife, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, www.nhnature.org, 603-968-7194.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, exhibits, nature trails, events, cruises, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, 603-968-7194, www.nhnature.org Tamworth Farmer’s Market, 9 a.m. - noon, Saturdays, 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org
Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, info: www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
That Trivia Guy, 6 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, individuals or groups play trivia games with host, Beans & Greens Farm Pavilion, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853.
The Market at the Weirs, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays, fresh produce, meats and artisan crafts, through Oct. 5, Weirs Community Park, 49 Lucerne Ave., Weirs Beach, email: bamm-nh.org., www.themarketatweirs.com
Tuftonboro Country Bluegrass and Gospel Jam, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Tuesdays, donation requested, Old White Church, Rte. 109A, Center Tuftonboro, across from Tuftonboro General Store, 603-569-3861.
Wolfeboro Farmers Market, noon – 3:30 p.m., Thursdays, The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, email: wolfeborofarmersmarket@gmail.com, www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com.
Wolfeboro Table Tennis, meets Wednesdays from 4 – 6 p.m., in basement of All Saints Church, Wolfeboro, all skill levels welcome, $5 admission charge each week, info: 603520-5651.
Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and lectures on life on the home front during WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org
Chocorua Lake Conservancy Geology Hike With Rick Allmendinger
Join Chocorua Lake Conservancy (CLC) on Saturday, September 14, from 9 a.m.–noon for an exploration of the local glacial and bedrock geology of the Clark Reserve in Chocorua with
Professor Emeritus of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences at Cornell University and geologist, Rick Allmendinger. The rain date for this event will be Sunday, September 15.
The hike will start and end at the southern end of the Old Mail Road on Chocorua Lake/Fowlers Mill Road and will cover about 2.4 miles and ~300 ft of elevation change.
This hike will offer an opportunity to see eskers, glacial meltwater channels, and kame terraces, profound evidence of natural climate change over the last 25,000 years, though still far slower than today’s anthropogenic climate change. Witness two types of granite with different ages. Visit the Splitting Stone and learn why the methods to work the rock used more than 100 years ago are still used today.
The 277-acre Clark Reserve is bounded by the White Mountain National Forest to the north and The Nature Conservancy’s Bolles Reserve to the east. A mix of forest types and
varied terrain make for good exploring. Small vernal pools and wooded wetlands are accompanied by snaking eskers and rocky slopes.
Wear sturdy shoes; hiking shoes/ boots or sneakers. Bring water and a snack, and be prepared for sun, bugs &/or ticks.
This event is free for CLC members and children; a $10 suggested donation for non-members. Register in advance at chocorualake.org/events to be informed of any changes in the schedule.
CLC is a nonprofit land trust founded in 1968 to protect the scenic and natural resources of the Chocorua Lake Basin and surrounding area. Visit www.chocorualake.org for more information.
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Among the first to live year round in Gilmanton were the Mudgett brothers, John and Benjamin. After building houses, they brought their wives to
Gilmanton.
According to “The History of Gilmanton” by Daniel Lancaster, Benjamin Mudgett and his wife Hannah traveled on snowshoes in deep snow and very cold conditions, to Gilmanton from Epsom. They ended their long journey when they arrived at their new home on December 26, 1761, after snowshoeing a remarkable distance from Epsom in a short period of time. Hannah was the first white female settler in Gilmanton. Soon John Mudgett arrived with his wife, and a friend, Orlando Weed followed with his wife. Hannah Mudgett lived in Gilmanton until there were more settlers in the community. How different it must have seemed in comparison to her first
winter in the wilderness of Gilmanton. Hannah lived her last years in Meredith at the home of her son and died at the remarkable age of 95. (Her son Samuel was the first male child born in the Gilmanton area.)
In 1762 more families arrived. A total of 45 families lived in Gilmanton by 1767. At that time, town meetings were held in Gilmanton instead of Exeter. A physician arrived in 1768 and a minister was soon to follow.
The town was growing, more people settled and built homes in the town. Years sped and progress marked many areas of the town.
The town that had struggled so many years to see settlement was finally on its way.
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Meredith Fine Craft Gallery Offers Fall Classes
Beginner Felting (Instructor, Patsy Frasier): Sunday, September 8, 10 a.m.
- 12 p.m.
Suitable for adults and children 8 and up (a sharp needle is used in the process), students will learn the basics of needle felting to create a fully-formed owl figure. All skill levels are welcome.
Tuition: $45/ student
Additional materials fee: $15
Space is limited. Register by Wednesday, September 4
Chicklet Basket Class (Instructor, Lynn Goldberg): Saturday, September 14, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The “Chicklet” is a version of a hen basket made on a small wooden hoop, constructed with round reed “ribs”, woven with flat oval reeds, and embellished with seagrass or yarn. Students will learn these basics and will have the opportunity to add their designs. Bring a pair of scissors, an awl or screwdriver, and an old hand towel. All other materials will be provided.
Tuition: $45/ student
Additional materials fee: $15
Space is limited. Register by Monday, September 9
Intro to Dorset Buttons (Instructor, Patsy Frasier): Saturday, September 21, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Introduced in the early 1600s in Dorset, UK, these buttons started in a small cottage industry and were used to add décor to clothing and to cover small damages and imperfections in clothing. Today, these buttons are an art craft and are used for clothing accents, upholstery accents, jewelry, hair accessories, magnets, ornaments, and framed art.
Tuition: $40/ student
Additional materials fee: $15
Space is limited. Register by Tuesday, September 17
Fused Glass Fancy Fall Landscape (Instructor, Verne Orlosk): Friday, September 27, 1- 3 p.m.
Learn the basic elements of fused glass using a vitrigraph to create a fall
landscape scene. Bring an inspirational image (color and line will also inspire your art). Panels will be fired in a kiln off-site and will be returned to the gallery for pickup when complete.
Provided: glass pliers, scoring tools, and nippers, safety glasses, cutting mats, hair spray (for securing), and rubbing alcohol (for cleaning). Pre-cut, white, or clear base glass and various glass elements.
Tuition: $80/ student
Additional materials fee: $15
Space is limited. Register by Monday, September 23
Pine Needle Basket (Instructor, Peggy Thrasher): Saturday, September 28, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Learn about different kinds of pine needles and how to coil them using
various stitches. Students will have the information necessary to easily finish on their basket (3.5 “ diameter x 1” high).
Tuition: $55/ student
Additional materials fee: $30
Space is limited. Register by Wednesday, September 25
The additional materials fee must be paid by cash or check to the instructor on class day.
Call 603-279-7920 or visit meredith. nhcrafts.org/classes/ for additional information.
The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery is located at 279 DW Hwy, Meredith, and is dedicated to the education and support of fine craft tradition since 1932.
Gafney Library To Host Live Free And Hike Book Presentation
Linda Magoon, author of Live Free and Hike: Finding Grace On 48 Summits, will present her book at the Gafney Library on Thursday, September
Linda will share her liberating and inspiring journey of resilience, self-discovery, and healing after ending a toxic marriage to a controlling husband. She will profile her independence upon rediscovering her love of hiking, having found solace and strength hiking the NH 48 4,000+ footers.
prise arrest of her ex-husband, Magoon found herself in a downward spiral as she processed the guilt, shame, and sadness of being married to someone so infamous.
After shocking allegations and a sur-
“I had no idea how transformative walking in nature could be, helping me through the darkest time of my life. Having a good therapist and life coach
The Gafney Library is located at 14 High Street in Sanbornville. Call 603-522-3401 for event information.
NLRA Offers Newfound Science Pub
Join the Newfound Lake Region Association (NLRA) at the Newfound Lake Inn on Wednesday, September 18, at 5 p.m. for Newfound Science Pub, a free and engaging way to connect with experts in science and conservation.
Arrive at 5 p.m. to purchase food and drinks.
Chris Martin of NH Audubon and John Cooley of the Loon Preservation Committee will share their perspectives on eagles and loons in the watershed, current trends in bird populations in New Hampshire, and present challenges in species protection.
Chris Martin is a senior biologist
who leads the Bald Eagle, Northern Harrier, and Peregrine Falcon projects. John Cooley’s work includes loon surveys, ice rescues, and research centered around loon ecology.
Beginning at 6 p.m., discuss current issues, ask burning questions, and share perspectives in a casual, social atmosphere. It is through education, programs, and collaboration that NLRA promotes the conservation and preservation of the region’s natural, social, and economic resources. NLRA works to improve environmental health, expand land conservation, increase community support, and grow watershed stewardship.
Visit NewfoundLake.org/events or call 603-744-8689 to register.
