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THURSDAY, MAY 16

Farmers' Table Lunch. The Farmers' Table lunch (with local foods) will be held noon to 1 p.m., at The Community School, 1164 Bunker Hill Road, in South Tamworth. Diners are asked to make a donation to help cover the costs. Call 323-7000 for more information.

Lakes Region Club of the National Federation of Republican Women. The Lakes Region Club of the National Federation of Republican Women and the New Hampshire Federation of Republican Women will meet to officially form their club and elect officers at 7 p.m. in Wolfeboro. If you are a Republican woman interested in meeting other like-minded women to make a difference in our communities please attend. Call Julie Fergus at 828-7606 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to get more information or if you can't attend but want to be informed of the clubs plans. You can also find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/LakesRegionRepublicanWomen and on Twitter at http://twitter.com/LRRepublicanWom .

Historical Mural Unveiling. An historical mural will be unveiled at the C.A. Snow Elementary School at 12:45 p.m. The mural is based on Fryeburg history; the event will be open to the public. In a local stories project currently underway at the Charles A. Snow Elementary School, two third grade classes have researched local history, and are now creating a permanent mural and a performance based on that research. The mural will be hung as a permanent installation in the hallways of the school. This event is free, and there will be refreshments. For more information, call 935-2536.

Writers' Night. Friends of the Effingham Library hold Writers' Night at 7 p.m. at Effingham Public Library, with featured poets, Charlotte Cox and Pat Savage. Features are followed by an open mic opportunity for writers /musicians (five-minute limit). All are welcome to come and bring writing or music to share. Light refreshments will be served. The library is located at 30 Town House Road in Effingham. Contact: Katie McCarthy 539-7694 for more information.

Advance Directives Presentation. A free presentation on advance directives will be given at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Community (Nursing Home) at 93 Water Village Road in Ossipee. A social worker for Mountain View, Jenn Chiavacci, will share information and answer questions about advance directives in health care. This program is sponsored by the Family Council at Mountain View. Refreshments and conversation will follow.

'It's Not About The Hike' Talk. The Friends of the Freedom library are hosting Nancy Sporborg and Pat Piper who will speak on " It's Not About the Hike" at 6:30 p.m., in the Town Hall on Elm Street in Freedom. These two women from Keene have hiked more than 200 mountains since 2006 — they're real peak baggers — having previously been non-hikers. They've climbed all sixty-seven 4,000 foot peaks in New England, and they hike year-round. But it's not about the hike. It's about getting out of your comfort zone, sharing friendship and joy, learning how to love yourself and so much more. Come join us! Light refreshments will be served after this free program and the hall is handicapped accessible. Questions? Call 539-5176.

Botswana Library Project. Madison Public Library presents "The Botswana Library Project" at 7 p.m. in the John F. Chick Room at the Madison Library. Victoria Lang, director of the Holderness Library, visited Botswana in 2012 as part of a librarian exchange program developed by the Robert and Sara Rothschild Botswana Library Project foundation. This family foundation, in collaboration with the Botswana government, is building libraries in villages throughout Botswana. Victoria will present a slide show about her visit and describe the project. For more information, call 367-8545.

'History Of Cranmore Mountain.' North Conway Library presents 'History Of Cranmore Mountain' with Tom Eastman. The North Conway Public Library presents the final program of its Thursday Night Program Series at 7 p.m. at the Weather Discovery Center on Main Street in North Conway Village. Conway Daily Sun reporter and Valley Fun co-editor Tom Eastman will talk about his new book "The History of Cranmore Mountain." There is no charge for the program, although donations are greatly appreciated. Refreshments will be served and coffee is generously donated by Frontside Grind of North Conway. For more information, contact the North Conway Library at 603-356-2961 or check www.NorthConwayLibrary.com.

'Les Misérables' Musical Revue Auditions. M&D Productions will be holding open auditions for musical revue style performances of songs from the award winning musical "Les Misérables" at Your Theatre located at 1857 White Mountain Highway in North Conway at 6 p.m. both. Auditioners are asked to prepare a karaoke style performance of their favorite number from "Les Mis" and bring an instrumental CD along with them to audition. Performances will be throughout the summer on weeknights June through August. To schedule an audition time, or for more information, contact artistic director Ken Martin at 733-5275.

Poland Spring Natural Resource Supervisor Holding Office Hours. Poland Spring is offering Fryeburg area residents an opportunity to meet and talk with a natural resource (springs) supervisor. Mark Laplante, who has been with the company for over a decade, will staff the office at 639 Main Street on from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Laplante will have maps and graphics on hand that give information about Maine's water resources and the basics of hydrogeology. He will also demonstrate several tools of the trade used in monitoring aquifers. In his role with Poland Spring, Laplante monitors spring sources throughout the state, including Cold and Evergreen Springs in the Fryeburg/Denmark area. For More information about Poland Spring visit www.polandspringworksformaine.com.

Next Gen Meeting. It's "Not-Program" day for Next Gen, Conway Public Library's after school group for young adults at 3:30 p.m. Grades six and up come for a gab session about books, technology and whatever other topics interest us. The location of this week's meeting is a mystery – ask at the front desk, when you arrive. For more information call the library at 447-5552 or visit www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

Tech Savvy Workshop. The Conway Library offers another "Be Tech Savvy" workshop from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Bring your electronic device and specific questions about using it. You'll get one-on-one help with a volunteer (half hour limit). Refreshments served. Free and open to the public. For more information call the library at 447-5552 or visit www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

World Read Night Book Discussion. There will be a World Read Night book discussion at the Gibson Center after lunch today. On April 23rd 20 copies of the book "The Girl with the Pearl Earring" were made available, thanks to the ladies of Altrusa; participants will share opinions of the book.

FRIDAY, MAY 17

Portland Symphony Kinderkonzert. Portland Symphony Kinderkonzert will be at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. The concert is "Percussion: Goin' to the Zoo." For ticket prices contact the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

Tamworth Community Guild Rummage Sale. Tamworth Community Guild Rummage Sale takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 17, and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 18 at Tamworth Town House. Contributions for the Tamworth Community Guild Rummage Sale at the Town House may be dropped off any time at the Tamworth Town House Monday, May 13 through 2 p.m. on Friday, May 17. In case of rain please place items plastic bags. Donations of good, clean used clothing and white elephants of all kinds (please no appliances or electronics) will be accepted. For more information, contact Jenn Mashiak 986-6046 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Be Kind Fest 2013. Be Kind Fest 2013 takes place today and tomorrow in Mount Washington Valley spreading out from Kindness Headquarters in Schouler Park Many events planned including a lecture by Michael Chase, The Kindness Guy, a visit by authors Nancy Sporborg and Pat Piper, the Soyfire Candlelit Labyrinth and the kindness rally, music in Schouler Park, a healthy food expo, and an interfaith hospice remembrance butterfly release. The Be Kind Fest 2013 is sponsored by The Visiting Nurse, Home Care and Hospice of Carroll County and The Evergreen Institute for Wellness. Visit the website www.bekindfest.com and like them on Facebook for updates and more information.

Dig Into The History Of Herb Gardens. Learn about the history of the many culinary herbs used by our New England forebears just in time for the summer planting season. Join the Effingham Historical Society at 7 p.m. at 1014 Province Lake Road (Route 153 South) in Center Effingham for a presentation by Carol Felice of the Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm. This program is free and open to the public. The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer period, refreshments, and the Effingham Historical Society monthly business meeting. In the event of particularly severe weather, the program will be rescheduled for the next evening, Saturday, May 18, at the same time and location. For more information on programs, call Sheila T. Jones, historical society vice president, at (603) 539-4071. For all other inquiries, call Paul D. Potter, President, at (603) 300-2224.

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Infant and Toddler Story Time at the Effingham Public Library is from 10:30-11 a.m. Join us for a story, a simple craft and playtime. For more information call 539-1537. The Library is located at 30 Town House Road just off Route 153.

Drake's Corner Literary Society. The Drake's Corner Literary Society will meet at the Effingham Public Library at 12:30 p.m. This is a forum for lovers of literature. Participants recommend works of literature in various formats (print, audio, or video) and receive recommendations from other participants. This group meets the third Friday of the month at 12:30 p.m. For more information call 539-1537. The library is located at 30 Town House Road just off Route 153.

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. The Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce will present the 12th annual Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce golf tournament at Indian Mound Golf Club in Center Ossipee. Registration begins at Indian Mound Golf Club at 7:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. Registration fees of $380 per foursome or $100 per individual includes cart and awards lunch. Part of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Tatum Riley Brett Fund. The schedule for the day includes: 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. registration at the Club House; 8:45 a.m. call to carts; 8:50 a.m. announcements; 9 a.m. shotgun; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. tournament; 2 p.m. barbecue buffet, special recognition and awards. For more information on playing or sponsorship opportunities, call the Mary Carey Seavey at 356-5701 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Celebrate Youth Art. Jackson Art's "Celebrate Youth Art" raises scholarship money for local kids allowing them to take art classes at the studio for free. This starts with an art opening 4-6 p.m. today at Jackson Art Studio and Gallery. It features the work of local talent between the ages of 6 and 18. In addition, some local professional artists are donating their work for this exhibit. All proceeds from the sale of their art will go to the scholarship fund, in addition to the sale prices of some student art work. During the opening, there will be a collaborative art project allowing all attendees to participate in "making art." All activities are free and any donations go towards the scholarship fund for Jackson Art. Free art classes for the young and the old will go on throughout the week until May 23. All classes will be taught by professional artists with any donations from these sessions going to art scholarships. Registration is require for classes at www.jacksonartnh.com. Space is limited. Jackson Art is located in Jackson off of Route 16 on Ridge Road (the first driveway on your right. 155 Ridge Road). For more info, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463. Visit www.jacksonartnh.com for more information.

Kindness Lecture. There will be a lecture after lunch at the Gibson Center. This will be one of the events for the Valley-wide Kindness Festival.

Franconia Soaring Association Information Session. The Franconia Soaring Association will hold an information session to hear about how you can become a glider pilot and fly the ridges and peaks of the White Mountains at 6 p.m., Friday, May 17, at North Conway Community Center. The Franconia Soaring Association is a non-profit association dedicated to teaching adults and teenagers the art and science of flying sailplanes. The association flies from Franconia Airport during the months of May through October. For more information, visit www.franconiasoaring.org or call Joe Kwasnik at (603) 730-7148.

Stories and Songs. Celebrate spring with "Stories and Songs" at the Tin Mountain Conservation Center family program from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. Music and stories performed are appropriate for ages 9 to 109 with a little something for everyone. The spring stories, like spring itself, are about hope, promise and mud. The cost of the program is $5 per family. Tin Mountain Conservation Family Programs are made possible thanks to the Gibson/Woodbury, Goldberg Charitable and the Frances R. Dewing Foundations. For more information contact Tin Mountain at 447-6991.

YMCA Camp Huckins Alumni Reunion. The Camp Huckins Alumni Reunion will be held at the Moat Mountain Smoke House & Brewing Company in North Conway. The social will begin in the bar at 5:30 p.m. (this event is for ages 21 and older). All who attended Camp Huckins are welcome. Email Kara at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information or call 539-4710.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

Be Kind Fest 2013. Be Kind Fest 2013 takes place in Mount Washington Valley spreading out from Kindness Headquarters in Schouler Park Many events planned including a lecture by Michael Chase, The Kindness Guy, a visit by authors Nancy Sporborg and Pat Piper, the Soyfire Candlelit Labyrinth and the kindness rally, music in Schouler Park, a healthy food expo, and an interfaith hospice remembrance butterfly release. The Be Kind Fest 2013 is sponsored by The Visiting Nurse, Home Care and Hospice of Carroll County and The Evergreen Institute for Wellness. Visit the website www.bekindfest.com and like them on Facebook for updates and more information.

Alpine Zone Educational Program. Mount Washington Observatory's Weather Discovery Center in North Conway Village will offer an alpine zone education program today as part of the Be Kind Festival.

Fishing Derby. The Bearcamp Valley Rod and Gun Sportsman Club in Tamworth holds its annual fishing derby for youth and teens, ages 15 and under, 10 a.m.-noon, at Remick Pond, behind the Remick Museum in Tamworth Village. Entry is by the road by the side of the playhouse.  Participants must be accompanied by an adult and have thier own fishing gear and bait.Call 323-8166 or 651-8767 for more information.

Bake Sale. Effingham Preservation Society's opening day for the 2013 season of bake sales is today. The sales take place 9 a.m.-1 p.m., with home-made goodies, coffee and conversation, in the historic setting of the former Grange Building, in the Center Effingham Historic District, at the corner of Route 153 and Townhouse Road.

Tamworth Community Guild Rummage Sale. Tamworth Community Guild Rummage Sale takes place from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 18, at Tamworth Town House. Contributions for the Tamworth Community Guild Rummage Sale at the Town House may be dropped off any time at the Tamworth Town House Monday, May 13 through 2 p.m. on Friday, May 17. In case of rain please place items plastic bags. Donations of good, clean used clothing and white elephants of all kinds (please no appliances or electronics) will be accepted. For more information, contact Jenn Mashiak 986-6046 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Free Art Classes At Jackson Art. Byron Carr leads "Doodliest Story Ever Told" free art class, 11-12:30 p.m.; Melanie Levitt leads Bottle Cap Magnets workshop, 1-2 p.m.; Rebecca Klementovich leads fashion drawing, 2-4:30 p.m. at Jackson Art on Ridge Road in Jackson (the first driveway on your right, 155 Ridge Road). The free art classes for all ages are to benefit a scholarship fund for art classes for local children. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463.

White Mountain Horse Association Holistic Horse Clinic. The White Mountain Horse Association hosts a Holistic Horse Clinic, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., with author & national clinician Denise Bean-Raymond, E.S.M.T., C.E.A.T. at Lynncroft Farm at 28 Banfill Lane in Conway. The clinic is open to the public and the cost to audit is $5 for WMHA Members and $15 for non-members. Following the presentation, Ms. Bean-Raymond will be offering therapy sessions by appointment for individual horses at the conclusion of the clinic at Lynncroft Farm or at your own barn. The registration deadline is May 1. For more information or to register, contact Trish Ashworth at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call her at (603) 498-2008. For more information on Denise Bean-Raymond visit www.exclusiveequestrianservices.com .

Bean Supper. Moultonville Methodist Church will hold a bean supper tonight at the church, at 96 Moultonville Road in Center Ossipee, with seatings at 5 and 5:45 p.m. The price is $8 for adults and $4 for children age 10 and younger.

Bartlett Roundhouse Preservation Club Model Railroad Show. The Bartlett Roundhouse Preservation Club will be holding its second annual model railroad show at the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School on May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On hand will be dealers and many operating layouts including, new this year, a 30-foot-by-2-foot HO scale point-to-point model railroad, incorporating three different railroads. Admission for children, ages 6-14, is $3. Adults/seniors $5. For more information contact Pete Davis at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Scott Mallett at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Krafty Kids. Krafty Kids meets at the Effingham Public Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join library staff and volunteers for fun, simple craft activities for children 5 and up. For more information call 539-1537. The Library is located at 30 Town House Road just off Rt. 153.

Birding in the Brownfield Bog. Join bird experts on a weekly bird walk to the Brownfield Bog at 7 a.m. to view the rich diversity of bird life making its way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack. Meet at Grant's Store in Brownfield, Maine. Tin Mountain Nature Programs are sponsored by L.L. Bean and the Evenor Armington Foundation and are open to the public. Donations of $3 per person and $5 per family are appreciated. For more visit www.tinmountain.org, or call Donna at 447-6991.

'Dr. Quackenbush Skis the Headwall.' See the famous ski comedy, "Dr. Quackenbush Skis the Headwall" at 8 p.m. at the Appalachian Mountain Club Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. Filmed in 1940 by Sidney Shurcliff, it follows Dr. Quackenbush to Cranmore, Wildcat and Tuckerman Ravine. Historic footage, spectacular skiing, "hill"arious comedy and a vintage musical score make this film great entertainment for the entire family. Programs are free & open to the public. AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, is located on Route 16 in Pinkham Notch, NH. For more information contact the AMC at (603) 466-2727.

March For Meals. Ossipee Concerned Citizens will be holding a March for Meals, so no senior goes hungry, at 10 a.m. at Ossipee Crossings, 18 Dore Street, Center Ossipee. Free T-shirts and lunch will be provided for the first 25 marchers. Water and snacks will be provided. The event will benefit Ossipee Concerned Citizens elderly nutrition programs. For more information or to pick up pledge sheets call 539-6851.

Special Olympics Young Athletes Program. Special Olympics Western Maine is offering a young athletes program for children ages 2-8 who have intellectual disabilities or autism and their similar aged siblings or class mates at 10 a.m. at
Brownfield Community Center, 90 Main Street in Brownfield, Maine. This is a new program for Special Olympics and the first time it will be held in this area. Young Athletes is a developmentally and age appropriate introduction to Special Olympic sports through play. Children with intellectual disabilities or autism ages 2 1/2 to 8 and their similar-aged siblings are invited to attend. The program is free. Each week children will be introduced to a fun new sports activity. The program meets for six weeks, excluding Memorial Day weekend. They will have the opportunity to play games, socialize, learn and develop skills, and of course enjoy a snack. For more information or to register Contact Lisa Bird at SOME 879-0489 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Sonya Harding at 595-3923 or Luanne Mageles (207) 890-6971.

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Rotary Ravenous Raffle. The Rotary Club of North Conway is having it's annual Rotary Ravenous Raffle at the Red Jacket Inn. All are welcome. The $180 raffle (200 will be sold) includes dinner, entertainment and a chance to win $10,000 and 40 additional prizes valued at $180 or more. If you are interested in attending, speak to your favorite Rotarian or call me at 356-3496 ext. 401.

'Les Misérables' Musical Revue Auditions. M&D Productions will be holding open auditions for musical revue style performances of songs from the award winning musical "Les Misérables" at Your Theatre located at 1857 White Mountain Highway in North Conway at 6 p.m. both. Auditioners are asked to prepare a karaoke style performance of their favorite number from "Les Mis" and bring an instrumental CD along with them to audition. Performances will be throughout the summer on weeknights June through August. To schedule an audition time, or for more information, contact artistic director Ken Martin at 733-5275.

Spring Stroll At Loon Echo's Mayberry Hill Preserve. Join Loon Echo Land Trust for a casual spring stroll and wildflower walk at Mayberry Hill Preserve in Casco at 8:45 a.m. All Loon Echo hikes are free; however, donations are always welcome and will qualify for a one-year membership. To learn more about Loon Echo Land Trust and their various land protection projects visit www.loonecholandtrust.org.

Annual Tin Mountain Meeting and Field Day. The public is invited Tin Mountain Conservation Center's 15th annual meeting and field day at the Nature Learning Center at 1245 Bald Hill Road in Albany. The morning offers a great selection of outdoor activities including a birding trip to the Brownfield Bog. Bird walk participants meet at 7 a.m. at Grant's Store in Brownfield at the intersection of Route 5 and 160. If you prefer a moderate hike, join Tin Mountain naturalists at 8 a.m. for a hike to the Albany Cliffs, a geological point of interest. Families with younger children can enjoy a morning of Nature Nuts at the Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road from 9:30 through 11 a.m.; you and your children will enjoy an educational fun filled morning of story times, nature walks and crafts. The annual meeting is scheduled for 11:15 a.m., flowed by a delicious noon time barbecue topped with delicious salads, vegetables and desserts. At 1 p.m. keynote speaker David Govatski for the presentation 50th Anniversary Pondicherry Wildlife Refuge. For more information and to make reservations call 447-6991.

Madison Church Supper. The Madison Church Supper will be held at the Madison Elementary School at 5:30 p.m. Adults are $9; children under are 12 are $3. The menu includes homemade baked stuffed chicken with crispy lemon butter topping, salads, rolls, and an assortment of pie for dessert.

Advice To The Players Auditions. Advice to the Players is holding auditions for "Much Ado About Nothing" and "Bunch-Back'd Toad" 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Sandwich Town Hall. For further information about the summer camps, auditions, and productions, go to www.AdviceToThePlayers.org or call (603) 986-6253.

Contradance. Tin Mountain Conservation Center will hold a contradance at Tin Mountain Conservation Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. There will be a potluck supper at 6:30 p.m.. The dance starts promptly at 7:30 and runs through 9:30 p.m. Music will be by the Contrapalooza Band, and energetic and creative group featuring Shana Aisenberg, Beverly Woods, Peter Kimball, Gale Johnsen and Friends, with calling by the talented Byron Ricker. This dance series is family friendly and all dances will be taught. It's a perfect evening out for the new or experienced dancer. The cost is $7 for adults, $3 for children under 12, with a maximum of $15 for families. Call (207) 625 2039 or (603) 447-2295 for more information. Weather cancellations will be listed on our Facebook Page "Conway Contra Dance," or at (207) 625 2039 by 3 p.m. on the afternoon of the dance.

Model Train Show. The Bartlett Roundhouse Preservation Club will be holding it's second annual Model Train Show at the Bartlett Elementary School, Route 302, Bartlett, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. There will be vendors, many operational layouts and lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.. Mount Washington Valley Ms. Christina Howe will be there selling raffle tickets for assorted Items and you can sign up for the first ever "Roundhouse Tour" which is a tour of the Roundhouse on Sunday at 11 a.m. For more information contact Pete Davis at 603-759-2173 or Scott Mallett at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

May Faire Celebration. The May Faire Celebration is a day of family fun at the White Mountain Waldorf School in Conway from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This event is free and open to the public and will feature traditional May Pole dancing, live music, lunch, plant sale, children crafts, acts of kindness in conjunction with Be Kind Festival in Schouler Park and more. For more information, call 447-3168 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Mount Washington Valley Stompers. Mount Washington Valley Stompers is holding a Mainstream with plus tips from 2 to 4:30 p.m.  at the Conway American Legion on Tasker Hill Road in Conway, with Caller Buddy Dow. For more info call Arthur King 447-5527 or Leo Boucher 915-3047.

Kevin Gardner Presents 'Discovering New England Stone Walls.' Kevin Gardner Presents 'Discovering New England Stone Walls,' sponsored by Friends of Jackson Public Library at 4 p.m. at the Jackson Public Library. The program is free and open to the public. For more information call Jackson Public Library at 383-9731.

Celiac Disease Information Session. A free Celiac disease information session will be given 2-4 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at Rafferty's Restaurant, located on Kearsarge Street in North Conway Village. The guest speaker, Dona Forke, is a Hannaford dietician. Forke will be speaking on nutrition, reading gluten-free and all labels, and improving food choices. Celiacs, Diabetics & Everyone can benefit from this forum. All are welcome. As always, there will be gluten-free samples and giveaways. To RSVP and for more information call 356-6460.

Crystal Bowl Healing Concert. There will be a crystal bowl healing concert with Marci Starr at 1 and 6 p.m. (approximately 90 minutes for each session) at Crystal Clear Vibrations Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine. For more information and to reserve a seat, contact Marci at 239-595-2695 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Mount Washington Valley Square Dance Club Dance. Mount Washington Valley Square Dance Club is having a dance at the Conway American Legion on Tasker Hill Road in Conway, from 2 to 4:45 p.m. with our caller, Buddy Dow. good food, 50/50 and door prizes. For More info call Arthur 447-5527 , Leo at (603) 915-3047 Diane at 356-0332.

Car Wash. The Center Ossipee Firemen’s Association will have a car wash, 9 a.m. to noon at the Center Ossipee Fire Station.  The Station is located at 16 Folsom Road in Center Ossipee.  To get there please follow the signs for the Center Ossipee Business District and Center Ossipee Village off of Rte. 16.

Free Community Meal. A free community meal will be served 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Nativity Lutheran Church, Main and Grove Streets, in North Conway. All are welcome to share in sloppy joes, hotdogs, salads, desserts, and beverage as part of this weekend's Kindness Festival in North Conway. Open to all who desire a warm and nutritious meal. Any questions may be directed to the church office at 356-7827.

Free Art Classes At Jackson Art. Marnie Cobbs leads an all ages class in accordion bookmaking, 11a.m.-12:30 p.m. Lori Badger leads an all ages class in mosaic tiles, 1-2:30 p.m. Melanie Levitt leads a teen open studio, 6-7:30 p.m. These free classses, at Jackson Art on Ridge Road in Jackson (the first driveway on your right, 155 Ridge Road), are to benefit a scholarship fund for art classes for local children. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463.

Masonic Breakfast To Benefit North Conway Library. The Mount Washington Valley Masonic Lodge will host a breakfast buffet to benefit the North Conway Library, 8-11 a.m. at the lodge, located above the movie theater in North Conway Village across from Schouler Park. The suggested minimum donation for this full breakfast buffet with homemade omelets and many other treats is $6 for adults and $4 for children 10 and under. Access all upcoming events at the lodge's website: mtwashingtonlodge.com .

Cranmore Offers Free Mountain Adventure Park Admission As Part Of Be Kind Festival. Cranmore Mountain Resort will open its Mountain Adventure Park for free unlimited rides on the Mountain Coaster, Giant Swing and Soaring Eagle Zip Line, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., all as part of the Valley's Be Kind Festival. For a complete schedule of events, visit www.bekindfest.com.

MONDAY, MAY 20

Free Art Classes At Jackson Art. Mary Howe leads an all ages class in wire ornaments 4-5:30 p.m.; June McLeavy leads an all ages class in notan paper cutting, 6-7:30 p.m. These free classses, at Jackson Art on Ridge Road in Jackson (the first driveway on your right, 155 Ridge Road), are to benefit a scholarship fund for art classes for local children. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463.

Madison Library Book Group. Madison Library Book Group meets at 7 p.m., to discuss "The Distant Hours" by Kate Morton. All are welcome, refreshments. Call 367-8545 for more information.

'Music and the Mind' Lecture Series. Mountain Top Music Center presents the third in a series of four lectures on "Music and the Mind." This lecture on how music affects the "maturing yet still developing" brain will be presented by flutist and teacher Julia Hendrickson at 6:30 p.m. at the Brown Church in Conway Village with a suggested donation of $5. Call447-4737 , or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.

'Organic Farming and Composting' At May Mountain Garden Club Meeting. Hank Letarte, owner of White Gates Farm and Organic Matters LLC Composting Facility in Tamworth, will present "Organic Farming and Composting" at the Mountain Garden Club meeting at the Salyards Center. Social hour begins at 9:30 am, followed by a brief meeting and the presentation. This free event is open to the public and new members are always welcome. For more information regarding the club, its programs, and activities, visit the website at www.mountaingardenclub.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 21

Tools for Building Effective Work Teams. Tools for Building Effective Work Teams, a 5 Part Series with Tom Clardy and Dennis Martino, of Granite State College, meets 8:30 a.m.-noon at the Tech Village in Conway. The April 30 work shop is "Hiring For Success: Employment Interviewing." The May 21 workshop is "Hiring For Success: Evaluating Employee. These workshops are specifically designed to help managers and staff members raise their organization to higher levels of performance and achieve better results. The cost to attend this workshop is $35 or $150 to attend all five. To register contact the Economic Council by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling (603) 447-6622.

Free Art Classes At Jackson Art. Melanie Levitt leads a Mommy and Me Art Class for kids 6 years old and younger with a caretaker, 10-11 a.m. Janis Pryor leads an all ages class in soft pastels and abstract expression, 4-5:30 p.m. Melanie Levitt leads an all ages class in watercolor birch trees, 6:30-7:30 p.m. These free classses, at Jackson Art on Ridge Road in Jackson (the first driveway on your right, 155 Ridge Road), are to benefit a scholarship fund for art classes for local children. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463.

Ossipee Historical Society. President Grover Cleveland, as portrayed by his grandson, George Cleveland, will be the special guest of the Ossipee Historical Society at 7 p.m. at the old courthouse. There is no cost; refreshments will be served. For more information, call 539-6361.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22

Knit and Crochet Group. The Knit and Crochet Group meets at the Effingham Public Library at 2 p.m. Everyone is welcome to work on your own project, or on our community project, or to just sit and visit. For more information call 539-1537. The library is located at 30 Town House Road just off Route 153.

Using NH Downloadable Books. Learn how to borrow e-books and digital audiobooks from the library at 4 p.m. at the Madison Library. Handouts provided. For more information, call 367-8545.

Free Art Classes At Jackson Art. Meredith Piotrow leads a class in origami for ages 7 and older, 4-5:30 p.m. Joelle Goff leads a class in painting flowers, 6-7:30 p.m., for adults and kids, ages 10 and older. These free classses, at Jackson Art on Ridge Road in Jackson (the first driveway on your right, 155 Ridge Road), are to benefit a scholarship fund for art classes for local children. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463.

North Conway Library Writers' Group. The North Conway Library hosts a writers' group on the third Wednesday of each month at 10:45 a.m. at the library. All interested writers are welcome to come to the North Conway Library on Main Street in North Conway Village on Wednesday, May 22 at 10:45 a.m. to meet with fellow writers; no prior registration is needed. Use the parking lot entrance in the back since the library is still closed to the public at that time. Contact Jane Duggan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or the North Conway Public Library at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to express interest or confirm the date.

THURSDAY, MAY 23

Free Art Classes At Jackson Art. Melanie Levitt leads a Mommy and Me Art Class, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. for kids ages 6 and under with a caretaker. Karen Eisenberg leads an all ages class in wrapped stones 4-5:30 p.m. Melanie Levitt will lead a class in printing foliage: monoprints, 6:30-8 p.m. These free classses, at Jackson Art on Ridge Road in Jackson (the first driveway on your right, 155 Ridge Road), are to benefit a scholarship fund for art classes for local children. Registration is required. For more information or to sign up, visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com. If you would like to make a donation for a scholarship, email Melanie Levitt at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 387-3463.

Blood Drive. The Red Cross will hold a blood drive Thursday, May 23, at the North Conway Grand Hotel in North Conway between 2 and 7 p.m., sponsored by TD Bank. All presenting donors will receive a coupon for a free quart of Stonyfield Organic Yogurt. Call 1-800 RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment.

FRIDAY, MAY 24

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Infant and Toddler Story Time at the Effingham Public Library is from 10:30-11 a.m. Join us for a story, a simple craft and playtime. For more information call 539-1537. The Library is located at 30 Town House Road just off Route 153.

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

New Hampshire Boat Museum Opening Reception. The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro will open for the 2013 season over Memorial Day Weekend. To celebrate, the board and staff invite the public to a special opening reception on Friday, May 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. The evening will include food, a cash bar, entertainment and a preview of new exhibits. Tickets are $25 per person for not-yet-members and $22 for museum members. Tickets can be purchased on the Museum's website, www.NHBM.org, via phone at 569-4554, or at the door. The museum will be open to the public for the 2013 season on Saturday, May 25 and remain open through Monday, Oct. 14, 10am-4pm Monday through Saturday, and Sundays noon-4 p.m. For more information contact the Museum at 603-569-4554, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , www.nhbm.org or via Facebook.

Memorial Day Indoor Picnic. There will be a Memorial Day Indoor Picnic today at the Gibson Center. Chef Rick will prepare special picnic types of food, and participants will sing patriotic songs.

SATURDAY, MAY 25

Environmental Fair. The Saco River Recreation Council will hold an environmental fair at Swans Falls in Fryeburg, Maine, starting at 9 a.m. All are welcome to come and learn how you can help protect your waters and forest and meet organizations that work hard to protect them. Organizations that will be represented include Kate and Tracy — Leave No Trace Travelling Trainers, Maine Forest Pest Outreach Survey Project, Saco River Recreation Council, York County Soil and Water Conservation District-York County Invasive Aquatic Species Project, Maine Forest Rangers, River Valley Healthy Communities, Saco River Patrols and more. In the event of rain, the event will be held at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds cafeteria. For more information call (207) 935-3395, visit www.sacorivercouncil.org or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Birding in the Brownfield Bog. Join bird experts on a weekly bird walk to the Brownfield Bog at 7 a.m. to view the rich diversity of bird life making its way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack. Meet at Grant's Store in Brownfield, Maine. Tin Mountain Nature Programs are sponsored by L.L. Bean and the Evenor Armington Foundation and are open to the public. Donations of $3 per person and $5 per family are appreciated. For more visit www.tinmountain.org, or call Donna at 447-6991.

Over the Handlebars and Across the Country. Hear about the adventure of a father and daughter as they bicycle from Coast to Coast, presented by AMC Information Volunteer Pete Lane at 8 p.m. at the Appalachian Mountain Club Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. Programs are free & open to the public. AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, is located on Route 16 in Pinkham Notch, NH. For more information contact the AMC at (603) 466-2727.  

Fishing Derby. The Seasons Resort in Bartlett will be holding a fishing derby at its roadside pond today. The Seasons Reel Fun Fishing Derby will be open to all kids aged 12 and under, and all proceeds from the catch and release event will go directly to the Bartlett/Jackson Food Pantry. First lines will be cast at 10 a.m., and the event is scheduled to run until 2 p.m. The entry fee for the derby is $10, but if you bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the cause, entry will be just $5. Participants must pre-register by sending an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by Friday, May 17, with the child's name, age, and shirt-size. If you don't use email, you can register by calling the front desk. Locally the number is (603) 374-2361, and long distance callers can reach us at (800) 332-6636. All participants must bring their own gear; all children must be supervised by an adult.

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Friends of the Jackson Public Library Book Sale. The Friends of the Jackson Public Library will be hosting their annual used book sale on Saturday and Sunday, May 25 and May 26 in the Whitney Community Center in Jackson, behind the post-office, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Income from the book sale and raffle that will be going on at the same time is added toward the purchase of new books for the library. For more information call Jackson Public Library at 383-9731.

Plant, Bake and Book Sale. The Denmark Public Library will hold its 21st Plant Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Library on West Main Street. Maine-hardened plants and annuals, home-baked goods, and plenty of used books available.

Memorial Weekend Craft Show. There will be a Memorial Weekend Craft Show today, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and tomorrow, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at North Conway Community Center, 2628 White Mountain Highway, Route 16, North Conway (next to the Scenic Railroad) The show will have more than 70 exhibitors, music of Tim Janis and food. The event is rain or shine under a canopy. Free Admission. Preview online at www.joycescraftshows.com . For more information call Joyce at (603) 528-4014.

Memorial Day Craft and Artisans Festival. The Memorial Day Craft and Artisans Festival will be on the front lawn of the Gibson Center today and tomorrow.

SUNDAY, MAY 26

'Brush and Pen: Artists and Writers of the White Mountains.' "Brush and Pen: Artists and Writers of the White Mountains," a documentary featuring the 19th century artists and writers of NH's White Mountains will be shown at 8 p.m. at the Appalachian Mountain Club Pinkham Notch Visitor Center.  This film offers the audience a tour through the 19th century with some of New Hampshire's most famous works of art.  Brush and Pen bridges a gap in the art and literature worlds by combining significant White Mountain art and prose in one format. Programs are free & open to the public. AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, is located on Route 16 in Pinkham Notch, NH. For more information contact the AMC at (603) 466-2727.

Memorial Weekend Craft Show. There will be a Memorial Weekend Craft Show today, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and tomorrow, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at North Conway Community Center, 2628 White Mountain Highway, Route 16, North Conway (next to the Scenic Railroad) The show will have more than 70 exhibitors, music of Tim Janis and food. The event is rain or shine under a canopy. Free Admission. Preview online at www.joycescraftshows.com . For more information call Joyce at (603) 528-4014.

Seacoast Wind Ensemble. The Seacoast Wind Ensemble at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 2 p.m. Brought to us each year by White Mountain Musical Arts, we are happy to be joined again by The Seacoast Wind Ensemble. In the style of a Sousa Band, The Seacoast Wind Ensemble will be honoring area Veterans and providing a musical salute to thank those that served in the armed forces to preserve our nation and insure our freedom. As always, there is no charge for this concert, but donations are appreciated. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

Memorial Weekend Craft Show. There will be a Memorial weekend craft show with over 70 fabulous exhibitors from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the North Conway Community Center, at 2628 White Mountain Highway, Route 16 in North Conway (next to the Scenic Railroad). There will be music of Tim Janis and food. The event is rain or shine under the canopy. Some of the exhibitors will include fabulous bird and bat houses, gorgeous florals, NH maple syrups, pottery, fine jewelry, American Girl doll clothing, wooden cutting boards, wooden carved walking sticks, puzzles, wall art, infant wear, beaded scarves, delicious chocolates, soaps, pewter miniatures, cedar furniture and lots more. Free Admission. Preview online www.joycescraftshows.com. For more  information call Joyce at 528-4014.

Memorial Day Craft and Artisans Festival. The Memorial Day Craft and Artisans Festival will be on the front lawn of the Gibson Center today and tomorrow.


MONDAY, MAY 27



TUESDAY MAY 28

SOLO Free Pre-hospital Presentation On Summer Emergencies. SOLO, the local wilderness and emergency medicine school, will be offering a free presentation on summer emergencies, 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, at the SOLO campus in Conway. Open to all, this free talk will be followed by the opportunity for folks to socialize and enjoy light refreshments. For more information, call 447-6711 and ask for Kelsey. Although RSVPs are not required, they are appreciated so there will be enough seats and refreshments.

World Read Night Book Discussion. There will be a World Read Night book discussion at Silver Lake Landing after lunch today. On April 23 copies of the book "Population 485" were made available, thanks to Mary from the Madison Library; participants will share opinions of the book.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29


THURSDAY, MAY 30


FRIDAY, MAY 31

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Infant and Toddler Story Time at the Effingham Public Library is from 10:30-11 a.m. Join us for a story, a simple craft and playtime. For more information call 539-1537. The Library is located at 30 Town House Road just off Route 153.

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Fitness Trail Ribbon Cutting. Brownfield-Denmark Pequawket Kids Association AfterSchool Program will hold the grand opening of a new nature and fitness trail beside the Brownfield-Denmark Elementary School May 31. The Deer Track Trail is located to the right of the Brownfield-Denmark Elementary School's playing field. The trail makes a 0.3 mile loop through the woods and down along the bog. The ribbon cutting will be held at 3:30 p.m. (the rain date is June 7). For more information contact Faith Timberlake-Alves, Program Coordinator Brownfield-Denmark Pequawket Kids Association Afterschool Program during program hours (2:45 to 5:30 p.m.) at 207-452-2360 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

Special Olympics Young Athletes Program. Special Olympics Western Maine is offering a young athletes program for children ages 2-8 who have intellectual disabilities or autism and their similar aged siblings or class mates at 10 a.m. at Brownfield Community Center, 90 Main Street in Brownfield, Maine. This is a new program for Special Olympics and the first time it will be held in this area. Young Athletes is a developmentally and age appropriate introduction to Special Olympic sports through play. Children with intellectual disabilities or autism ages 2 1/2 to 8 and their similar-aged siblings are invited to attend. The program is free. Each week children will be introduced to a fun new sports activity. The program meets for six weeks, excluding Memorial Day weekend. They will have the opportunity to play games, socialize, learn and develop skills, and of course enjoy a snack. For more information or to register Contact Lisa Bird at SOME 879-0489 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Sonya Harding at 595-3923 or Luanne Mageles (207) 890-6971.

Brownfield Lions Dance. The Brownfield Lions will hold a dance at the Brownfield Lions Den on Routes 5 and 113 in Brownfield, Maine, from 8 p.m.-midnight, for adults age 21 and older, with classic rock and roll by Bullwinkle Jones. Admission is $10 per person and there will be a 50/50 and a bottle raffle, and as always the dances are "Bring your own Beverages." Proceeds will benefit the Brownfield Lions Community Projects fund. For more information or reservations call Trudy at (207) 935-4617 or Earl at (207) 935-2911

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Free Fishing Day. Today is Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire. You don't need a license to fish, but season dates, bag limits and all other fishing regulations must be followed on Free Fishing Day. Free Fishing Day kicks off 2013 National Fishing and Boating Week in N.H. (June 1 - 8), a nationwide observance encouraging families to have fun together on the water. For details on fishing rules, consult the New Hampshire Freshwater and Saltwater Fishing Digests, available online at http://www.fishnh.com/pubs/fishing.html.

FRIDAY, JUNE 7

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Christian Science Talk. Ginny Luedeman, a teacher of Christian Science, will give two fireside chats on Friday, June, 7th, at 5 and 6 p.m. titled, "The Invisible Reality of Life Appearing" at the Christian Science Reading Room, 595 Main Street, Fryeburg, Maine.

TGIF Book Discussion: 'Crossing to Safety.' The North Conway Library's TGIF Book Group will discuss "Crossing to Safety" by Wallace Stegner at 10:30 a.m. at the library. This is an open group. Everyone is welcome, whether or not you are a library member. The TGIF Book Group is an open book discussion group that reads both fiction and nonfiction and meets on the first Friday of each month at 10:30 a.m. at the library in North Conway Village. Contact the North Conway Library at 356-2961 or check the library's website at www.NorthConwayLibrary.com for more information or to reserve a copy of "Crossing to Safety."

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

Special Olympics Young Athletes Program. Special Olympics Western Maine is offering a young athletes program for children ages 2-8 who have intellectual disabilities or autism and their similar aged siblings or class mates at 10 a.m. at Brownfield Community Center, 90 Main Street in Brownfield, Maine. This is a new program for Special Olympics and the first time it will be held in this area. Young Athletes is a developmentally and age appropriate introduction to Special Olympic sports through play. Children with intellectual disabilities or autism ages 2 1/2 to 8 and their similar-aged siblings are invited to attend. The program is free. Each week children will be introduced to a fun new sports activity. The program meets for six weeks, excluding Memorial Day weekend. They will have the opportunity to play games, socialize, learn and develop skills, and of course enjoy a snack. For more information or to register Contact Lisa Bird at SOME 879-0489 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Sonya Harding at 595-3923 or Luanne Mageles (207) 890-6971.

Huggins Hospital Aid Sale. Huggins Hospital Aid will hold a fund-raiser sale at the collection center barn on Route 109A in Wolfeboro (first road after town garages) 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Items include nice dining room set, antiques, books, art, collectibles, household, sports, toys, 1800's sleigh, and more. For more information, visit Facebook page Huggins Hospital Street Fair.

Eggs And Issues. New Hampshire Department of Resources and Economic Development Commissioner Jeff Rose will present at the next Egg's & Issues and address what DRED is doing for small businesses, 9-10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 6, at the Tech Village in Conway. The event is sponsored by New Hampshire Electric Coop and Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce. The cost is $10 for council and chamber members, $12 for non-members. To register, please call MWVEC at 447-6622, or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .


SATURDAY, JUNE 15

Special Olympics Young Athletes Program. Special Olympics Western Maine is offering a young athletes program for children ages 2-8 who have intellectual disabilities or autism and their similar aged siblings or class mates at 10 a.m. at Brownfield Community Center, 90 Main Street in Brownfield, Maine. This is a new program for Special Olympics and the first time it will be held in this area. Young Athletes is a developmentally and age appropriate introduction to Special Olympic sports through play. Children with intellectual disabilities or autism ages 2 1/2 to 8 and their similar-aged siblings are invited to attend. The program is free. Each week children will be introduced to a fun new sports activity. The program meets for six weeks, excluding Memorial Day weekend. They will have the opportunity to play games, socialize, learn and develop skills, and of course enjoy a snack. For more information or to register Contact Lisa Bird at SOME 879-0489 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Sonya Harding at 595-3923 or Luanne Mageles (207) 890-6971.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19

Met Opera Summer Encore Series. The Met Opera summer encore series presents "Carmen" at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26

Met Opera Summer Encore Series. The Met Opera Summer Encore Series presents "Il Trovatore" at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine  from 7 to 9:45 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

SATURDAY, JUNE 29

Fashion Show to Benefit Mother Seton House. There will be a fashion show to benefit Mother Seton House at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door or by contacting Ellen Belcastro at 520-9828 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232.

THURSDAY, JULY 4

Eastman-Lord House Museum Open. The Conway Historical Society's Eastman-Lord House Museum is open for guided tours today from 1 to 4 p.m. Regular hours at the museum are from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m. and on  Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and by appointment from May through October. Rooms in the 1818 Federal home are decorated in periods from 1818 to 1945. There is no charge for admission, but donations are accepted. Groups of more than six people should call ahead to insure that enough guides are on hand. The Museum is located in Conway village, on Route 16, across from the fire station. Call (603) 447-5551 and leave a message. The office is only open on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

SATURDAY, JULY 6

Comedian Tim Sample Performance. Comedian Tim Sample will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center to benefit the Molly Ockett Odyssey of the Mind Team. Tickets are $15 per person in advance and $18 at the door. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10

Met Opera Summer Encore Series. The Met Opera Summer Encore Series presents: "Armida" at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17

Met Opera Summer Encore Series. The Met Opera Summer Encore Series presents "La Traviata" at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine  from 7 to 9:30 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

MONDAY, JULY 22

Chamber Music Concert. Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival-Fryeburg Academy concert 2013 is at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 7:30 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24

Met Opera Summer Encore Series. The Met Opera Summer Encore Series presents "Turandot" at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine from 7 to 9:20 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

SATURDAY, JULY 27

Ricky Nelson Remembered. Ricky Nelson Remembered, a unique multi-media entertainment event featuring the live music of Ricky Nelson’s hit songs performed by Ricky’s own twin sons Matthew and Gunnar, will be at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 7:30 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31

Met Opera Summer Encore Series. The Met Opera Summer Encore Series presents "Il Barbiere di Siviglia" at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine from 7 to 10 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac. Interested in dinner before the show at 6 p.m. in the lobby? Reservations are requested in advance. Contact Lake Region Caterers at (207) 787-3327 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3

Corvettes Doo Wop Revue. The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue will perform at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 7:30 p.m. The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue is dedicated to preserving and performing the music of the 1950s Doo Wop era. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 10

Art in the Park. Art in the Park will be held in Schouler Park, sponsored by the Mount Washington Valley Arts Association to bring up to 60 artisans and artists with their work to the Mount Washington Valley. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , visit the website www.mwvarts.org or stop by the Mount Washington Valley Arts Association office at 16 Norcross Place Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Black Eagle Jazz Band. The Black Eagle Jazz Band will perform at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 7:30 p.m. The Black Eagle Jazz Band has been playing traditional jazz for more than 40 years, and are still going strong. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

MONDAY, AUGUST 12

Chamber Music Concert. Sebago-Long Lake Music Festival-Fryeburg Academy concert 2013 at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine at 7:30 p.m. For more information call the box office at (207) 935-9232 or visit www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

Eastman-Lord House Museum Open. The Conway Historical Society's Eastman-Lord House Museum is open for guided tours today from 1 to 4 p.m. Regular hours at the museum are from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m. and on  Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and by appointment from May through October. Rooms in the 1818 Federal home are decorated in periods from 1818 to 1945. There is no charge for admission, but donations are accepted. Groups of more than six people should call ahead to insure that enough guides are on hand. The Museum is located in Conway village, on Route 16, across from the fire station. Call (603) 447-5551 and leave a message. The office is only open on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

OCTOBER 18

Museum of White Mountain Art Opening. The Museum of White Mountain Art opens its new exhibition "Shapleigh from the Inside," to run through Jan. 31, 2014, at the museum in Jackson. Featured are 25-30 Shapleigh "barn" paintings that look from the inside, through the open door, to an exterior landscape. The catalogue will include an essay by art historian Charles Vogel. The museum 11th annual sale of White Mountain paintings from the 19th century and some by selected contemporary artists will also open today. For more information email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .