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DAY TRIP TO THE ROCKS ESTATE SKI JUMPING AT GUNSTOCK DISCOVER WORK NEST
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contents WINTER 2015˜2016
volume 9, no. 1
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Work Space That Makes Sense Work Nest offers an enjoyable co-working environment. by Liliana Lanza
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Air Time! Restoring Gunstock’s historic ski jumps. by Lisa Densmore Ballard
PHOTO BY LISA DENSMORE
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Winding Through Waterways Consider a popular European river cruise. by Debbie Johnson
Cover photo by Matt Kalinowski
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departments 9 Editor’s Note 10 Contributors 12 Online Exclusives 14 Around Town Ski NH honors three. 16 Celebrations Here’s to the holidays! 20 News You Can Use Monthly tips & trivia. 26 Out & About The Rocks Estate. 52 In Motion Concord Dance Academy. by Susan Nye
57 In the Kitchen Host a caroling party. by Susan Nye 63 Smart Money What to do when fortune favors you. by Ron Valpey 65 Living Well The anti-aging prescription. by Katherine P. Cox 69 Dining & Entertainment Guide 71 Arts & Entertainment A calendar of events. 76 Last Word
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EDITOR ’ S NOTE
Winter Cheer Once again it’s time for skiing, skating, and snowmobiling in the great New Hampshire outdoors, and it’s also the season for warm, joyous gatherings indoors with family and friends. Make some memories with the special people in your life—sing beloved carols and nestle in front of a crackling fire with mugs of hot chocolate and homemade cookies. Downtown stores and area residences are decked with twinkling IAN RAYMOND lights and evergreen garlands and wreaths, and everywhere you look, the landscape has been transformed into a magical fairyland. In this issue, we’re sharing some of our favorite holiday drinks (page 16), and Susan Nye offers several great ideas and recipes for hosting a caroling party (page 57). We’re also dropping in on dance classes at the Concord Dance Academy (page 52), a local institution in town for the past 35 years. Founder and director Cindy Flanagan is proud to note that she’s now teaching the children of some of her early students. Lisa Densmore Ballard is taking us to Gunstock Mountain Resort, where she delves into the resurgence of ski jumping (page 36). Read the interesting story about youngsters learning to jump, the restoration work being done, and the fascinating history of ski jumping at the facility. The staff and I wish you and your loved ones a blessed season filled with the holiday spirit—and lots of gifts! Enjoy!
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CONTRIBUTORS
Lisa Densmore Ballard A three-time Emmy-winning television producer and host, Lisa has been a familiar face around New England for her work on PBS and for various sports and outdoor networks. An accomplished writer and photographer, she contributes regularly to over 30 regional and national magazines on various adventure travel, nature, and wildlife topics. Her books include Best Hikes with Dogs: New Hampshire and Vermont and Hiking the Green Mountains.
Katherine P. Cox Kathy is a freelance writer and former writer and editor for The Keene Sentinel in Keene, New Hampshire. Her work has also appeared in Vermont’s Local Banquet, So Vermont Arts & Living, Monadnock Small Business Journal, and the anthology Beyond the Notches: Stories of Place in New Hampshire’s North Country.She was also a writer and producer for Captured Light Studio, Inc., a video and interactive production company in Keene.
Debbie Johnson Debbie has worked as a full-service travel consultant for the past 25 years, specializing in vacation travel and destination weddings. She owns and operates Experience Travel in Bow. Her travelogues are derived from her experiences and present the reader with new and rewarding possibilities in travel.
Susan Nye Writer, photographer, and chef Susan Nye is a regular contributor to magazines and newspapers throughout New England. Her blog Around the Table (www. susannye.wordpress.com) is fi lled with her favorite recipes and stories about family and friendship. When she’s not writing or cooking, Susan is skiing or snowshoeing near her New Hampshire home.
Ron Valpey Ron is a Certifi ed Financial Planner™ professional, Accredited Investment Fiduciary‰, and an Investment Advisor Representative of Valpey Financial Services, LLC. He is the past chairman and past president of The Financial Planning Association of Northern New England. Ron lives in Bow with his wife and three children. He enjoys boating, skiing, and traveling.
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Three Receive Ski NH Awards Ski NH recently gave awards to Tom Day, Rob Nadeau, and Senator Jeanie Forrester based on their contributions to skiing and the tourism industry in New Hampshire. The awards were given at Ski NH’s annual meeting at the Mountain View Grand Hotel in Whitefield. Longtime New Hampshire ski and tourism industry leader Tom Day was awarded the 2015 Ski NH Bill Whitney Award. The award was established in the mid 1970s and recognizes an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the ski and snowboard industry in New Hampshire. Tom was unanimously selected by Ski NH’s board of directors to receive the award because of his many years of service in the industry, beginning as a lift attendant at Waterville Valley Resort in 1978 and eventually working his way to Director of Mountain Operations, a position he held from 1997 to 2010. Tom is currently the general manager of Granite State Hospitality, LLC, the company that recently constructed and now operates the southbound and northbound tourist information and service areas along I-93 in Hooksett. Rob Nadeau of Hopkinton, New Hampshire, was awarded the Al Merrill Award for his outstanding contributions to cross-country skiing in New Hampshire. Rob was recognized for his work with the New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA), for which he is the district chair, head coach for Central NH, Athlete Development Committee member, and 2004 coach of the year. As
Presenting Tom Day (second from right) with his award at the new northbound Hooksett Welcome Center are (from left) Kris Blomback, Pats Peak general manager; Chris Ellms, Bretton Woods general manager; Ben Wilcox, Cranmore Mountain Resort general manager and chairman of the Ski NH board of directors; and Jessyca Keeler, Ski NH executive director.
Hopkinton High School cross-country coach for 16 years, Rob has coached his team to numerous state championships. Among many other achievements, he also founded the Blackwater Nordic Club. The Legislator of the Year award was given to Senator Jeanie Forrester. This award is presented to legislators for their dedication to serving the people of New Hampshire, for keeping people informed on the legislative process and its potential impacts, and for playing a pivotal role in issues that are important to the ski industry and to tourism in general. During the 2015 legislative session, as chair of the Senate Finance Committee, Jeanie strived to help preserve the funding for the Division of Travel & Tourism Development’s promotional budget. Her leadership and understanding of the importance of the state’s promotional efforts for tourism influenced the outcome of New Hampshire’s state budget, which will have a positive impact on organizations such as Ski NH in attracting tourists to the state. Ski NH is the statewide association representing 33 alpine and crosscountry resorts in New Hampshire. For more information on ski areas, vacation planning, and updated winter events at Ski NH resorts, call Ski NH at (603) 745-9396 or visit the Ski NH website at www.SkiNH.com. For statewide travel info, visit www.visitNH.gov.
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CELEBRATIONS
Here’s to the Holidays! TREAT YOUR GUESTS TO SEASONAL CHEER
Don’t be stuck in a rut, always serving the same old boring cocktails. It’s time to try something different! Welcome friends and family this year with warm wine or creamy eggnog. You’re sure to find a new favorite among these delicious options.
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JINGLE JUICE Makes 1K quarts
5 cups orange juice 1 cup vodka L cup orange liqueur N cup fresh lemon juice K cup maraschino cherry juice Garnishes: fruit-flavored candy cane sticks, cherries with stems, orange and lemon slices Stir together orange juice and next four ingredients; serve over ice. Garnish, if desired. Rudolph’s Spritzer: Omit vodka and orange liqueur. Add 2 cups chilled lemon-lime soft drink. Proceed as directed.
ORANGE-CRANBERRY GIN AND TONIC Makes 1 serving
1 (2-inch) orange-rind strip 1 Tbsp fresh cranberries* 1 tsp sugar 1 cup ice cubes 3 Tbsp gin 1 Tbsp fresh orange juice N cup tonic water Muddle orange-rind strip, fresh cranberries, and sugar in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes, gin, and fresh orange juice. Cover with lid and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Pour into an 8-ounce glass; top with tonic water. Serve immediately. *Frozen cranberries, thawed, may be substituted.
APPLE-ALE WASSAIL Makes about 7 cups
GINGERBREAD MARTINI Makes 1 serving
2 (12-oz) bottles ale
Ginger liqueur
2 cups apple cider
Crushed gingersnaps
1 cup port
2 Tbsp ginger liqueur
1 cup lemonade
2 Tbsp vanilla-citrus liqueur
O cup firmly packed light-brown sugar 1 apple, diced 2 whole allspice 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks 6 whole cloves V tsp ground cardamom Garnish: lemon wedges, cinnamon sticks (optional) Stir together ale, apple cider, port, lemonade, sugar, diced apple, allspice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and cardamom in a five-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on low three hours or until hot. Remove diced apple, if desired. Ladle into mugs. Garnish as desired.
11K Tbsp coffee-flavored rum 1 Tbsp honey 2 tsp whipping cream 1 cup ice cubes Garnish: partially split vanilla bean brushed with ginger liqueur and rolled in sugar (optional). 1. Dip rim of glass in ginger liqueur and crushed gingersnaps. Store glass in freezer up to 2 days. 2. Stir together ginger liqueur, vanilla-citrus liqueur, coffeeflavored rum, honey, and whipping cream in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes; cover with lid and shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled (about 30 seconds). Strain into chilled martini glass. Garnish, if desired.
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CELEBRATIONS
EGGNOG COFFEE PUNCH Makes 4 servings
1K cups coffee ice cream 1K cups eggnog 1 cup strong hot coffee 4 Tbsp frozen whipped topping, thawed 4 pinches ground nutmeg Scoop the ice cream into a pan over low heat. Stir in the eggnog and coffee; heat until warm, about 3 minutes. Pour into four glass or ceramic mugs. Top each with 1 tablespoon whipped topping and sprinkle with nutmeg. Serve immediately.
HOT SPICED CHRISTMAS WINE Makes 12 servings
2 oranges 2 (750 milliliter) bottles red wine 1 (750 milliliter) bottle white wine 1 (3-inch) piece of fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced 3 cinnamon sticks K tsp ground cloves L cup brown sugar, or to taste N cup brandy (optional) 1. Use a sharp knife or vegetable peeler to remove the zest from the oranges in strips, being careful to remove only the orange part, leaving the pith behind. Then juice the oranges into a large, heavy-bottomed pot. 2. Pour the red wine and white wine into the pot with the orange juice. Place the strips of orange zest, ginger, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and brown sugar into the pot with the wine mixture; stir to dissolve the sugar. 3. Cover and heat over medium-high until heated through but not boiling. Reduce the heat to medium-low and heat for an hour or longer to bring all the flavors together. Adjust the sweetness by adding more brown sugar as necessary. Strain and serve hot with a splash of brandy if desired. All recipes modified from www.allrecipes.com, www.myrecipes. com, and www.southernliving.com.
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| DECEMBER
MONTHLY TIPS & TRIVIA
Deck the Halls Create a holiday wreath with a theme geared to the lucky recipient. For example, for a teacher, adorn a wreath with blue and white pencils, silver scissors, faux silver apples, and tiny jingle bells. For your favorite foodie, decorate a wreath with gold-painted faux pears and real unshelled walnuts, plus peppermint candies. Any outdoor lover would appreciate a wreath with natural pinecones and sprigs of mistletoe berries or winterberry holly. Attach items to a plain wreath using pieces of dark green or black wire or a glue gun.
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Moonstruck This month, the full moon is December 25. Native American tribes of the Northeast aptly celebrated this night in the lunar cycle as the “Cold Moon.�
Wash & Wear The second week of December is National Handwashing Awareness Week. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 20 seconds—or two rounds of “Happy Birthday”—should be your minimum handwashing duration. Scrubbing every time you have the opportunity, whether you are in the restroom, the kitchen, or the laundry room, will limit your exposure to microbes that cause illness.
No Hibernating Allowed “We are nearer to spring than we were in September,” I heard a bird sing in the dark of December.
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erhaps unwittingly, poet Oliver Herford offered advice to those who would indulge at this most-indulgent season. Yes, spring will return, and, yes, we will shed our layers of wool and fleece and wiggle into tank tops, shorts, and swimsuits. And if that’s not enough to make you back away from the buffet table, remember that your body craves exercise and fresh air as much as it did in July. You’ll feel better, sleep more deeply, and think more clearly—and if you can catch some rays by walking at midday, you’ll boost your vitamin D level too. With the array of toe and hand warmers, ice grips to pull on over boots, and woolly hats and scarves available, there’s no excuse to hibernate. We also have access to some of the best winter sports just beyond our dooryards (okay, farther away than the driveway and roof that need clearing). Strap on cross-country skis, snowshoes, or skates, and head out for some winter fun. The best part? You’ll burn off enough calories that maybe you can indulge . . . just a little.
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| JANUARY
MONTHLY TIPS & TRIVIA
Old-Fashioned Goodness January is National Oatmeal Month. Enjoy a steaming bowl topped with dried cherries and cranberries, a little maple syrup, and toasted walnuts, or stir in a spoonful of natural peanut butter or your favorite yogurt. Go tropical with orange segments, banana slices, toasted coconut, and macadamia nuts. It’s like having a sundae for breakfast, and the variety is endless. While you’re enjoying the delicious tastes and textures, you can feel good knowing that fiber in oatmeal helps you feel fuller longer, which may prevent overeating later in the day. Oatmeal has also been shown to decrease LDL cholesterol by 10 to 15 percent and to help control blood sugar by slowing down digestion.
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The word “January” god of beginnings name of the Roman s. The Latin word and transitions, Ianu ay. ianua means doorw
Sport Your Spots A New Year’s custom in the Philippines is to wear polka-dotted clothing. The round designs represent coins and, by extension, prosperity. They’re good luck tokens for wealth during the coming year. Serve round food items at your New Year’s feast—tangerines and other round fruits, cherry tomatoes, meatballs, and more. These are symbols of good fortune in the coming year in a number of cultures.
It’s Snowmobile Season! Ready to hit the trails? New Hampshire offers some of the best snowmobiling in New England, thanks to volunteers in the many snowmobile clubs throughout the state who work tirelessly to maintain the trail system. Visit the New Hampshire Snowmobile Association’s website at www.nhsa. com for trail conditions, maps, clubs, and much more.
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Time for a Cleanse? Surrounded by family, friends, and plenty of delicious food, most of us indulge during the holiday season—or more accurately, overindulge. A season full of rich foods, sweets, and alcohol may leave you feeling like it’s time for a cleanse. To detoxify and support your liver, the body’s major detox organ, avoid saturated fats, refined sugar, and excessive alcohol. Load up your diet with foods that are rich in components that help improve liver function: • Foods that are high in sulfur (garlic, onions, beans and legumes, and eggs) • Good sources of water-soluble fiber (oats, apples, legumes, and pears) • Veggies in the cabbage family (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cabbage) • Liver-supportive herbs and spices (turmeric, cinnamon, and ginger). In addition to regular exercise, a liver-loving diet will help get you back on track and feeling great in no time.
Sensational Citrus Get your daily dose of vitamin C by enjoying freshly squeezed orange juice at breakfast or by topping your salad with pink grapefruit segments.
Baby Steps Set a small daily goal and then commit to accomplishing it every day for the month of January. Maybe drink an extra glass of water every morning, eat a piece of fruit as an afternoon snack, or turn off all your electronics by nine o’clock each night. By accomplishing a little every day, you’ll most likely see an improvement in the way you feel by the 31st. w i n t e r 2 0 1 5 ˜2 0 1 6 | a r o u n d c o n c o r d 2 3
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| FEBRUARY
MONTHLY TIPS & TRIVIA
Best Buddies
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Love That Chocolate!
Treat sweethearts—and hearts—to delicious dark chocolate this Valentine’s Day. Just make sure it’s at least 70 percent cacao. A recent large, long-term study found that about a square of dark chocolate a day lowered blood pressure and reduced risk of heart attack and stroke by 39 percent. Researchers credit flavonoids, antioxidant compounds that help increase the flexibility of veins and arteries. Because milk, sugar, and butter are added to improve cacao’s flavor, fat and calories can undermine benefits, so limit yourself to 7 ounces a week, suggests Women’s Health magazine.
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ebruary 20 is Love Your Pet Day, a time for us to show our appreciation to our loyal friends. There’s no doubt that people adore their pets— from dogs and cats to hamsters and goldfish— every day, but plan on giving your companions some extra attention to celebrate their special day. Studies show that people who have pets are happier and live longer than those who don’t share their lives with an animal companion. If you have a dog or a cat, treat your buddy to extra play time or a longer walk, pamper him with a bath or brushing, or find a recipe online and make her some special healthy treats. While we take time to appreciate our special friends, check out these pets with Guinness World Records: •Oldest dog: Bluey, an Australian cattle dog, lived to the age of 29 years, 5 months. •Smallest dog: Boo Boo, a long-haired Chihuahua, is just 4 inches tall. •Tallest dog: Giant George, a Great Dane, stands 43 inches tall! •Highest jump: Cinderella May, a greyhound, cleared a jump 68 inches high. •Tallest cat: Trouble, a cross between a domestic cat and a serval, measures 19 inches from shoulder to toe. •Longest cat: Stewie, a Maine Coon, measures 48.5 inches long from the tip of his nose to the end of his tail. •Loudest purr: Smokey, a gray tabby, found a spot in the Guinness Book of Records with a purr that registers 67.7 decibels—about as loud as a vacuum cleaner! •Most balloons popped: Anastasia, a Jack Russell terrier, can pop 100 balloons in just under 45 seconds. •Fastest skateboard ride: Tillman, an English bulldog, traveled a 100-meter stretch of parking lot in 19.68 seconds.
Keep on Giving After the holiday rush, local food shelters are often short on supplies. Consider filling a bag with nonperishable foods and dropping it off at the Friendly Kitchen, the Salvation Army, or another of the many churches and organizations in the area. For a list of Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens, go to www.concordnh.gov/index.aspx?NID=1034.
Feed the Birds February is National Bird Feeding Month. Help our winged visitors by filling a feeder or two with seed. A red ribbon tied to the feeder helps birds find it in the snow. For a higher-calorie treat, make homemade suet for your feeder. Mix either peanut butter or rendered bacon fat with millet in a 1:1 ratio. Scoop it into the drilled holes of a birch log hung from a branch and fix small wooden dowels beneath each hole as perches.
Have a Heart February is American Heart Month, so be extragood to your thumper this month. Go for a brisk walk or a jog at the gym, and then enjoy a low-sodium, cholesterol-free meal like bean stew loaded with carrots, squash, and celery. Your heart will love you back! w i n t e r 2 0 1 5 ˜2 0 1 6 | a r o u n d c o n c o r d 2 5
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Large photo and photo of wreath hanging (above) by Matt Kalinowski.
CATCH THE CHRISTMAS SPIRIT IN BETHLEHEM, NEW HAMPSHIRE
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his holiday season, consider planning a family outing to The Rocks Estate in Bethlehem, New Hampshire. Just a short drive north brings you to fields of perfect Christmas trees, horsedrawn wagon rides, and shops brimming with holiday decorations and gifts. With visits from Father Christmas as well, the spirit of the season is alive and well at The Rocks Estate. “The holidays are a busy time of year at The Rocks and a magical one. We all get swept up in the spirit of the season,” says Rocks Estate Director Nigel Manley. “It’s wonderful to welcome new customers each season and to see others who have been coming to the farm to pick their tree for years and years.” }
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Beyond Christmas trees, The Rocks offers an array of handmade wreaths in various sizes. The two shops at the farm—The Rocks Marketplace and the Gift Shop— are brimming with holiday decorations and gifts for everyone on your shopping list, no matter what their taste. “There really is something for everyone in our shops, and we strive each season to add great new items to the proven favorites on our shelves,” says shops manager Carleen Quinn. “We’re especially proud to feature so many terrific locally and regionally made items, as well as Americanmade goods from a bit farther afield.” In addition to gifts and decorations, Marketplace favorites include homemade fudge, warm dog vests, and designer bottles of maple syrup. New this year is a collection of crafting kits for children created by the New Hampshire company Harrisville Designs, as well as several lines of locally made jewelry. Other offerings by local crafters and artisans extend from special goodies like chocolates and preserves to handmade soaps and pottery. In addition to the shops and Christmas tree sales, guests are invited to enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride through the historic estate. Wagon rides are offered November 21 and November 27 through 29, as well as December 5, 6, 12, 13, and 19. Reservations are strongly recommended. The Rocks’ signature Green Father Christmas will visit the farm November 21 and 28 and December 5 and 12. The fire pit for roasting s’mores will also be open weekends through the season. DED I CATED TO HELPING OTHER S
This season The Rocks Estate will partner with Adaptive Sports Partners of the North Country (ASPNC) to provide food for weekend tree seekers and shoppers. Proceeds from food sales will help ASPNC in its ongoing work to provide people with disabilities with year-round sports and recreational opportunities. “ASPNC has done incredible work in our region,” says Nigel. “We’re thrilled to be working with them to support their work and to keep our hungry customers happy.” 28 find around concord at www.aroundconcordnh.com
The Rocks will again be supporting the Trees for Troops program and its national campaign to deliver more than 18,000 farm-grown Christmas trees to members of the United States military and their families at home and abroad this holiday season. Stewardship of the land is important at The Rocks, which is the North Country Conservation and Education Center of the Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests (www.forestsociety. org). The Forest Society is a nonprofit membership organization founded in 1901 to protect the state’s most important landscapes and promote wise use of its natural resources. S P E ND TH E D AY
The landmark 1,400-acre Rocks Estate includes numerous buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places and offers agri-tourism and eco-tourism opportunities throughout the year. The property offers many hiking trails where dogs are welcome. Spring at The Rocks brings a flurry of activity with maple sugaring and more. Is there a wedding in your future? Why not plan to experience it in the beautiful setting of The Rocks Estate? If you’re unable to make it to The Rocks, don’t worry! The Rocks Estate online store has added more gifts and gift packages to make holiday shopping easier than ever and features a variety of Christmas trees and holiday wreaths, along with ornaments, garland, and tree accessories, as well as The Rocks’ own maple syrup. All items include free shipping, and customers may create a holiday wish list and ship to multiple addresses with one order. Mail order shopping is open through December 15. For more information, visit www. therocks.org. For reservations and other inquiries, email info@therocks.org or call (603) 444-6228. The Rocks Estate 4 Christmas Lane Bethlehem, NH (603) 444-6228 www.therocks.org winter 2015–2016 | around concord 2 9
Work Space That Makes Sense BY LILIANA LANZA
P H O T O S C O U RT E S Y O F W O R K N E S T
WORK NEST OFFERS AN ENJOYABLE CO-WORKING ENVIRONMENT
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en and Karina Kelley are young Concord residents who don’t think that going to work has to be boring. As local landlords and redecorating addicts, they are no strangers to intensive renovation and design. After purchasing 85 South State Street in Concord, a former used-furniture
store, the couple set off on a mission to create a unique co-working environment that would also be a resource to the community. The location, just one street back from downtown, on-site parking, and lots of light provided the basis, and after a three-month renovation, the space was complete. }
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The Kelleys hired a mural artist to spiff up an otherwise boring conference room. The thought bubbles don’t just add style—they serve as the room’s whiteboard, a fitting spot for new ideas.
“With O2 for Entrepreneurs, we’re rethinking the way a traditional law firm works. We are so excited to see Work Nest rethinking the way that work works. It’s a natural partnership, and Concord is the perfect city for it. O2 and Work Nest are about re-evaluating assumptions—about how law firms work, about how offices work, and about Concord as a city where innovative ideas can take hold. Things are happening here, and we are thrilled to be a part of it.” —Andrew D. Grosvenor, O2 for Entrepreneurs
Work Nest is the realization of a simple concept—provide an enjoyable communal working space for entrepreneurs, people who work from home, small nonprofits, and those looking for a meeting space in Concord. Many who fit these descriptions can’t commit to a full-time lease and office space; with Work Nest, they simply pay a low monthly fee and have 24/7 access to the space and the conference room, and they can use Work Nest as a business address. The Kelleys wanted the space to be a place people would want to go to, so they incorporated a vintage pinball machine and cold-brew iced coffee on tap from New Hampshire-based Noble Coffee. A PL EASAN T CO MMUN AL SPACE
The open layout provides ample space for members to spread out or work together. The sunny environment and sleek design also make it an enjoyable place to work. “I was tired of working alone in my home office; at home it seemed like something always had to get done. When I’m here, I feel like I have fewer distractions and can really focus,” says one happy member. The space allows people who typically work solo to enjoy the networking and communal space of a traditional office—as much or as little as they would like. They also have access to a conference room that can be booked ahead of time for client meetings or private calls. The membership base ranges from attorneys to tech startups, and all
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Below: A vintage pinball machine and Nerf guns make going to work a little more fun.
Above: The front area provides lots of natural light for members, something that is often scarce in a traditional office space.
Work Nest provides a wide variety of spaces, allowing people to choose where they want to work each day. Lots of electric outlets are available, of course.
“Work Nest is an awesome addition to Concord. In this digital day and age, working remotely is becoming more and more commonplace. Work Nest allows you to do so amongst other like-minded professionals. There’s something inspirational about being in an innovative atmosphere like this. You don’t just have access to a great work space, but you also become a member of a productive community.” —Luke Bonner, GYK Antler Marketing Executive and Rock On Foundation Founder
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Upcoming Events Attorney Office Hours
} First Thursday of each month, 9am–12pm Free legal advice for members from O2 for Entrepreneurs. This is an amenity for Work Nest members and does not require an appointment.
Yoga in the Nest
} Mondays, 6–7pm If heaven had a hipster yoga class, this would be it. Join us for an energizing 60-minute Vinyasa practice accompanied by the music of artists including Vampire Weekend, Arcade Fire, MGMT, and Radiohead, and taught by April Purinton, BA, 200hr Vinyasa Instructor. April completed her training at the acclaimed Health Yoga Life studio on Beacon Hill in Boston and brings a uniquely fresh, high-caliber style of teaching to New Hampshire. With a diverse background in social work, she is passionate about helping people overcome challenges and find inner balance, a quality that she draws from in her instruction. Students are encouraged to progress at their own pace while gaining a deeper inner knowledge and challenging themselves physically and mentally. A lover of both movement and music, April incorporates an eclectic soundtrack to accompany her fun and rejuvenating classes. All levels welcome (beginners too!). Bring your own mat. Classes run in four-week sessions. Members $40, nonmembers $60.
Modern Furniture Design: From Hans Wegner to Ray Eames – How Did This Beautiful Design Come to Be and Evolve?
} December 10, 6–8pm Join mid-century furniture dealer and admirer Rebecca Johnson for a fun and informative evening focusing on the mid-century design movement. She will cover the origins of the style, the defining characteristics, and what to look for when collecting pieces of this era, and the evening will conclude with a special trunk show. Rebecca has been collecting antiques for more than 30 years. Her interest in mid-century pieces began when she chose to integrate more modern design into her home built in the 1820s. She currently exhibits at the New Hampshire Antique Coop in Milford and at the Cornish Trading Company in Cornish, Maine. Rebecca will bring a sampling of pieces for sale after her talk. This event is followed by
a pop-up shop of mid-century furniture and decor items. Free, but reservations are suggested.
Pop-In Co-working
} December 15, 9am–5pm Want to check out Work Nest for the day? Need to get out of your home office or the coffee shop? Work Nest will host a monthly pop-in co-working day every month. We’ll provide the Wi-Fi and co-working, you bring your computer! This event is free and open to the public, but registration is recommended.
Gallery Show: Ali Keller
} Through December 31 Flock Gallery NH will host an art opening featuring the work of hybrid artist Ali Keller. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, but grew up in a small town in New Jersey stuck between the Shrewsbury River and the Atlantic Ocean; here, she was raised by the Internet. She earned her BFA in Painting and Printmaking at the New Hampshire Institute of Art and has plans to continue her education. Free and open to the public. See more of her work at www.alikeller.com. Flock Gallery NH is an independent pop-up gallery with a mission to support the arts community in the Manchester area. They operate a small non-commercial gallery at Work Nest.
B-Corps Basics, Using Business as a Force for Good
} December 2, 5:30pm This presentation will cover what benefit corporations are, why your business might want to become one, what the legal requirements are to become one in the state of New Hampshire, and the process to become a certified B-Corp. The presenter will be Andrew Grosvenor, attorney at law, specializing in technology To register for and entrepreneurship and cocreator of O2 for Entrepreneurs, Work Nest events, which is the firm’s practice group dedicated to delivering visit www. accessible, innovative legal services to business startups. worknestnh.com. This event is free but requires registration.
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Individual office space is available for those looking for more privacy.
of them like the accessibility and amenities available. The couple is also allowing nonprofit organizations to use the space for free as an event venue (for board meetings, board retreats, and fundraising events, for example) regardless of whether they are members. Nonprofits also receive a discount on monthly fees. A CO MMU N I T Y R ES O U R C E
As Concord residents, the Kelleys wanted Work Nest to act as a community resource too, and they’ve partnered with a number of organizations to bring programming and even an art gallery to the space. They teamed up with Flock Gallery NH, a student duo from the New Hampshire Institute of Art, to organize ongoing shows and openings featuring local artists. “Adding original art adds a warmth and humanizing factor to an office space, and having these young, sometimes experimental artists really adds a cool young vibe to the space,” says Karina. Work Nest is also offering yoga and cultural programming, partnering with the New Hampshire Humanities Council and others to provide lectures on art, interior design, and culture around New Hampshire. On December 10 a free lecture on mid-century furniture followed by a pop-up shop in the space is being offered. It’s not all play! O2 Legal (a subset of Orr & Reno) has teamed up with Work Nest to provide a series of legal programs running the gamut from trademark issues to business formation. They are also offering free monthly “office hours” to members. Work Nest opened September first and is already thriving. For more information, visit www.worknestnh.com. winter 2015–2016 | around concord 35
Young jumpers get used to being in the air.
BY LISA DENSMORE BALLARD
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P H OTO S C O U R T E S Y O F G U N S TO C K M O U N TA I N R E S O R T
Air Time! RESTORING GUNSTOCK’S HISTORIC SKI JUMPS
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Above: A vintage postcard shows ski jumping spectators enjoying the view. Left: Skiers gaze at the closed 60-meter jump (2010).
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ki jumping is louder than you think. Standing by the trestle of a jump, as the skier tucks toward the lip of the in-run (the ramp), it sounds like a locomotive is bearing down on you. Suddenly the roar ceases and silence prevails. Total silence. No one speaks. No one moves as the jumper flies by. A few seconds later, the decisive slap of two skis hitting the snow breaks the spell. Then a different sort of roar erupts—the cheering crowd— at least it used to when 10,000 spectators gathered to watch the best in the country soar off the Gunstock jumps. “You feel the crowd and everything around you,” said New Hampshire ski-jumping legend, Bernie Dion, in 2012. “Then you set your foot into the track and it disappears. It’s a neutral zone until you get to the end of the take-off, then poof. It’s one big excitement. You can feel it all over, all through your body.” }
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Young ski jumpers take to the air from the 10-meter jump.
GET INVOLVED!
To try ski jump ing, get invo lved as a volu ntee r at the Gun stoc k ski jump s, or dona te mon ey or mat erial s to the rest orat ion effo rt, cont act Lisa Klin g, kling ski@ aol.c om, or go to www.hist oricg unst ock. org.
Bernie was one of several New Hampshire skiers who qualified for the 1960 Olympic Winter Games in Squaw Valley, California. He was unable to compete due to an injury but later became an international ski-jumping judge and coach. He traveled frequently to the jumps at Gunstock from his hometown of Lebanon, first as an athlete and later as an official and a mentor. Penny Pitou of Gilford, New Hampshire, one of Bernie’s teammates on the 1960 Olympic team, is famous for winning two silver medals in alpine skiing, but she was also a ski jumper at Gunstock 50 years before women were officially accepted into the sport! “The lights had been installed with a box to put a quarter in to turn the lights on,” she recalls in The History of Gunstock, written by Carol Lee Anderson. “We’d drop in a quarter, run up, and hope the lights didn’t go off while we were in midair. A few times they did! Now that’s flying blind!”
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Ski jumping and cross-country skiing were the main skiing events in the United States prior to World War II, with ski jumping providing the big show. Many marquee events took place at the Gunstock jumps, which were built during the Great Depression with funding through the Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA). A FERA grant resulted in the building of three ski jumps—a 10-meter, a 20-meter, and a 60-meter jump. A 40-meter jump was added in 1949. The project provided more than 80 much-needed jobs for people in the Laconia area and great winter entertainment for spectators, particularly when the big 60-meter jump (now referred to locally as the 70-meter jump) was in use, and Norwegian immigrant Torger Tokle showed up. With his easy-going personality and supreme athletic ability, Torger was a star of ski jumping during the late 1930s and was beloved at Gunstock. He won almost every meet he entered and became the US national champion in 1941. On his 22nd birthday, Torger came to Gunstock for a jumping meet, aiming to take home the prestigious Winnipesaukee Trophy. The field was packed with top competitors from the Northeast such as Art Devlin and Jay Rand
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Above: Bill Trudgeon makes the 60-meter jump through a ring of fi re in 1955. Left: Torger Tokle, 1941.
Left: A vintage postcard features the 60-meter ski jump. Below: A crowd gathers to enjoy the spectacle in this vintage postcard.
RECOMMENDED READING The History of Gunstock: Skiing in the Belknap Mountains by Carol Lee Anderson (The History Press, 2013). Available through the New England Ski Museum, www.skimuseum.org, and other specialty booksellers.
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from Lake Placid, but the others could only gape as Torger soared a remarkable 251 feet (76.5 meters)—39 feet farther than anyone else—and set a hill record that stood for 35 years. Ski jumping remained an integral part of the sport of skiing, along with cross-country and alpine, until the 1980s when it took a nosedive due to two factors: the cost for liability insurance skyrocketed or it was simply not available, and the NCAA dropped collegiate ski jumping, eliminating a critical step in the development of elite athletes in the sport. Gunstock held on longer than most other jumping facilities in the country but eventually succumbed as participation declined. In the 1990s, ski jumping faded from the Lakes Region as well. AN EXCI TI N G PL AN
But the tradition never fully died. In 2009, a handful of ski-jumping enthusiasts, including Bernie Dion and Penny Pitou, formed the Gunstock Mountain Historic Preservation Society (GMHPS). Working in conjunction with the Gunstock Nordic Association, the GMPHS aims to reopen all four of the historic ski jumps. Lisa Kling, the first woman to become an international skijumping judge, is vice president of the GMHPS and one of the tireless volunteers trying to restore the complex. “It’s so important to keep these jumps available for local kids,” says Lisa, whose son Jonathan, now 30, started ski jumping at age 7 and Left: A view of the 60-meter ski jump in a warmer season is seen in this postcard. Below: Twenty-fi rst century ski jumpers compete on the 10-meter jump, which reopened in 2013.
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Above: Bernie Dion coaches a young ski jumper.
eventually qualified for the US Development Team. “The jumps didn’t close due to a safety issue. One main reason was the lack of mechanized grooming equipment for the steeps; otherwise, you need 67 people to ski-pack it. Once the membership died down, it was overwhelming to properly prepare the hill.” Shortly after the formation of the GMHPS and on the 75th anniversary of the 70-meter jump, the GMHPS dedicated the jump to Torger Tokle, who joined the 10th Mountain Division during World War II and lost his life fighting in Italy. The group also launched a major fundraising effort that, so far, has paid for the required engineering plans and other behind-the-scenes costs and allowed the 10-meter jump to reopen. “We’re doing it in segments,” explains Bob Arnold, Treasurer of the GMHPS. “We wanted to reopen the smallest jump first to get kids and parents interested, but the trestle for the 70-meter has been inspected and is ready to be restored.” “We don’t want to lose the progression of the jumps,” adds Lisa. “The 10-meter jump reopened in 2013 along with a pimple jump for little kids to get them used to being in the air. The plan is to restore the jumps by gradually moving up in size. We need to build a base of jumpers and parent volunteers first, then give them more and more opportunities.” S H I NI NG A D I AM O N D
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runs.” During Torger Tokle’s era, jumpers launched 20-plus feet into the air off big jumps, stalled, then dropped. Modern competition hills keep athletes closer to the ground on a flight path that parallels the hill. They are never more than a dozen feet or so above the ground. With the 10-meter jump now a reality, the next step is to reopen the 20-meter and 40-meter jumps at an estimated cost of $150,000. In addition to reshaping the out-runs, the trestles for both jumps were originally made of wood and need to be replaced. The cost to resurrect the entire four-jump complex is estimated at a million dollars, a sizeable financial leap for a small committee of dedicated volunteers, some of whom have never ski jumped. “It’s a labor of love,” says Bob Arnold. “It’s not the best economic conditions to do this, but it’s a great facility and part of our history. It’s a diamond that needs to be shined up.” Currently, the 10-meter jump is maintained by volunteers who weed-whack the out-run by hand during the summer and ski-pack it during the winter with periodic help from the Gunstock Ski Area. Greg Goddard, general manager of the ski area and a GMHPS board member, is an enthusiastic supporter of the effort to restore the ski jumps, which are on adjacent county land. If the members of GMHPS succeed in their efforts to reinvigorate ski jumping, the Gunstock Recreation Area would be one of the few places in the United States to offer alpine, cross-country, and jumping—and the only one with all of these skiing disciplines in the immediate vicinity of each other. “We don’t want to let it go,” says Lisa, “In Norway, every high school has a jump. If we want kids in the US to jump, we have to make jumps available. It’s a lot better than X-Box!”
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Endicott Furniture
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12 South Main Street Concord, NH (603) 224-1421 www.endicottfurniture.com
25 South Main Street Concord, NH (603) 224-9700 www.bonafi degreengoods.com
23 North Main Street Concord, NH (603) 225-2322 www.rowlandstudio.com
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27 South Main Street Concord, NH (603) 219-0243 www.simplicityconcord.com
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45 North Main Street Concord, NH (603) 225-6012 www.joekings.com
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BY DEBBIE JOHNSON P H O T O S C O U RT E S Y O F
A M A W AT E R WAY S
Winding Through
Waterways CONSIDER A POPULAR EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISE For your next vacation, why not try something new? Explore the Old World in grand style on a new river cruise ship. Itineraries are generally a minimum of seven days, starting at one port city along the river and ending in another, and allow the flexibility to add additional nights in the cities at either end. Thanks to the completion of the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal in 1992, you can sail on one continuous 3,000-mile-long river network, visiting 13 otherwise landlocked European countries. Catering to Americans, a river cruise features English-speaking staff and guides. Explore Europe without packing and unpacking, hotel check-ins and check-outs, and traffic jams. Delight in the fact that you have prepaid your vacation in US dollars and are not subject to the volatile currency exchange rate. With the growing popularity of such cruises, you’ll need to plan in advance. Modest deposits are required and are often fully refundable, so you can reserve your cruise with the flexibility to change your plans. }
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Enjoy the view from the Sun Deck on your AmaWaterways cruise.
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Clockwise from right: Enjoy fine dining in the main restaurant. All meals are included during your cruise, with unlimited red and white wines from France’s great wine regions. Find comfort in a French Balcony stateroom. Visit Normandy’s beaches, the site of World War II’s historic D-Day landing. It’s easy to see why Monet was inspired to paint his gardens at Giverny.
On a typical day, your ship departs after midnight and cruises to the next destination. Early risers can watch the sun rise with a cup of freshly brewed coffee or walk laps on the Sun Deck before the delectable morning buffet. During breakfast, you’ll arrive in a charming town or a major city where local guides wait to show you the highlights during the all-included sightseeing tours. Spend the morning exploring before returning to your ship around noon and continuing on to your next destination. Sail at midnight and arrive at your next destination refreshed and surrounded by scenic vistas, charming towns, welcoming residents, and local guides. Or use one of the bicycles provided on board and explore the countryside on your own. Back on board, relax in your non-smoking stateroom with plush bedding, flat-screen TV, Internet access, and a river-view picture window. }
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Paris & Normandy with AmaWaterways › Day 5: ROUEN Enjoy a morning walk through the medieval city of Rouen and see the imposing Notre Dame Cathedral, painted numerous times by Monet, and the square where Joan of Arc was martyred. Afterwards, you’ll have time to explore Rouen on your own.
› Day 1: ARRIVE IN PARIS, FRANCE Arrive in Paris and embark to your luxurious ship. Meet fellow passengers at the Welcome Dinner.
› Day 2: VERNON Spend the morning enjoying the scenery along the Seine as you cruise 2 to the provincial town of Vernon. Upon › Day 6: LES ANDELYS – CONFLANS arrival, you’ll have time to explore 2 You can book an 8-day cruise, or you have the option Depart Rouen early in the morning and the town at your leisure. Later, visit of extending your trip with two extra days in Paris. enjoy scenic cruising on the Seine to Les Giverny and the home and gardens of Andelys. A midday stroll along the river Impressionist master Claude Monet. offers beautiful views of the Seine Valley’s dramatic white cliffs, centuries-old The artist lived here for more than four decades and immortalized his ponds half-timbered houses, and the hilltop ruins of Château Gaillard. This former and flower gardens in some of his most iconic paintings. The ship moors stronghold of Richard the Lionheart changed hands a number of times during overnight in Vernon. the Hundred Years’ War. Athletically inclined guests may enjoy hiking up to visit › Day 3: VERNON – CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX the ruins of this historic castle before continuing the cruise along the Seine. The After a scenic morning cruise on the Seine, arrive in the old fishing village ship arrives in Conflans. of Caudebec. You’ll have a choice of two tours. The first option is to visit › Day 7: CONFLANS – PARIS Honfleur, a historic and picturesque port with pastel-colored houses; it was You have a choice of two excursions. The first is to visit Château de a favorite subject of artists such as Courbet, Boudin, and Monet. The town’s Malmaison, former home of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his wife medieval Church of Sainte-Catherine, with its separate bell tower, is the Josephine. Your tour includes the Château’s interior, gardens, and museum. largest wooden church in France. As an alternative, choose the “Routes des Alternatively, travel to Auvers-sur-Oise, famous for the Impressionist painters Abbayes” excursion, highlighting Normandy’s famous abbeys—more than who lived there in the 19th century, including Paul Cézanne and Camille 100 once covered this region. You’ll also visit the ruined abbey in Jumièges as Pissarro. Your “Artists’ Walk” tour will include many sites associated with well as Saint Wandrille, still a working monastery. their work, including the Auberge Ravoux, former home of Vincent van Gogh. › Day 4: CAUDEBEC-EN-CAUX – NORMANDY BEACHES The upstairs room where Van Gogh died has been meticulously preserved. He You have a choice of three different excursions. “D-Day Remembered” is and his brother Theo are both buried in the nearby town cemetery. The ship a full-day excursion to the US sector. Your first stop will be the village of departs for Paris, arriving in the evening. Arromanches, where the remains of the floating harbor used during the › Day 8: PARIS – DISEMBARKATION WWII landings can be seen. You’ll have time to see the museums before After disembarking, guests participating in the post-cruise extension in visiting the US Cemetery and Omaha Beach at Saint-Laurent-sur-Mer. Your Paris will enjoy a panoramic tour of Paris plus a visit to one of the city’s most last stop is the artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer before returning to the renowned museums, the Musée d’Orsay, built in a former railway station ship in Rouen. on the Left Bank. Its collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist As an alternative, you can tour the Gold and Juno beaches in the British masterpieces is the largest in the world and includes well-known works by and Canadian sectors. Your first stop will be the Pegasus Monument in Monet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, Seurat, Sisley, Gauguin, and Van Ranville, followed by the Canadian cemetery at Bény-sur-Mer. You’ll also have Gogh. After touring the museum, you will be transferred to your hotel. an opportunity to visit the Juno Beach Centre, Canada’s WWII museum, with a final stop at Arromanches. A third option is an excursion to rural Normandy, › Day 9: PARIS which includes a visit to the Pays d’Auge and “Routes du Cidre” (the Cider Today is yours to enjoy however you wish. Explore Paris’s multitude of Road). You’ll visit beautiful Norman towns and villages, such as Beuvron-enlandmarks, museums, cafés, and shops, or choose one of several optional tours. Auge, Crèvecoeur-en-Auge, and Cambremer, and tour a Calvados distillery where you may sample apple cider and apple brandy. › Day 10: DEPART PARIS Your river cruise vacation comes to an end as you prepare for your flight home.
INCLUDED FEATURES
• Seven nights of deluxe cruise
accommodations in an outside stateroom; most staterooms offer French balconies.
• Limited Edition Tours • Life-enriching tours with personal headsets included
• Entertainment on demand in all staterooms, featuring free high-speed Internet access, hit Hollywood movies, an extensive music library, and English-language TV stations
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access • Terry bathrobes and white-on-white plush bedding in all staterooms
• Fine dining with all meals included during your cruise
• Multiple dining venues • Unlimited red and white wines from France’s
great wine regions, beer, and soft drinks with every lunch and dinner on board
• Bottled water in every stateroom replenished daily
• Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner, and Captain’s Gala Dinner
• Transfer from the ship to the hotel in Paris • Two nights of hotel accommodations in Paris (optional) at the Pullman Montparnasse (or similar), including a daily buffet breakfast
• Special highlights including lectures, themed dinners, cooking demonstrations, onboard musical performances, and afternoon/ evening piano music
• The services of a professional cruise manager
• All English language on board in a non-
smoking environment (smoking permitted only on the Sun Deck)
• Transfers between hotel and ship included
with the purchase of cruise and land package; airport transfers are included with the purchase of airfare from AmaWaterways
• All local taxes included
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EL EGAN T D I NING Eiffel Tower, Paris.
A blend of classic and traditional European cuisine is prepared for you with the finest and freshest ingredients and fine wine, often brought on board from your most recent port of call. Enjoy a new experience every evening with folk dancers or local musicians. Your ship is docked close to the heart of your port city so you can enjoy the nightlife it has to offer. Wake the next morning as you sail past castles, church bells ringing, and the aromas of bakeries as you arrive at your next stop. REMEMBERI N G WOR LD WA R II
Those of us who are children of the postwar baby boom are experiencing the passing of our parents’ generation. The US Armed Forces during World War II numbered 16,112,566 members. Experiencing the death of a family member generates reflection and the desire to delve more closely into our story. Who are we? Where did we come from? What makes us who we are? We grew up going to the VFW, lowering and folding a flag at dusk, and watching epic World War II movies from Sands of Iwo Jima to From Here to Eternity. We saw our dad’s dog tags, tried on his bomber jacket, and played army, learning about the grisly details of the war only much later. We are the children of America’s “greatest generation.” While not all of us are World War II history buffs, standing on the shores of the beaches of Normandy and remembering the millions who made the ultimate sacrifice for the good of free people everywhere should be on all our bucket lists. Perhaps a river cruise from Paris to the towns of Napoleon and the Impressionists and on to Normandy should be on your vacation radar in the coming year. Debbie Johnson specializes in vacation travel and is a certified destination wedding specialist. She may be reached at (603) 224-6519, email debbie@experiencetravel.biz, or visit www. experiencetravel.biz.
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Concord Dance Academy BUILDING CONFIDENCE, POISE, AND GRACE FOR 35 YEARS
“We are all part of the circle of life. Giving, receiving, growing, and changing,” says Cindy Flanagan, founder and director of Concord Dance Academy. Miss Cindy, as her students call her, radiates enthusiasm and passion for dance, her students, and the community. She grew up dancing and, for the past 35 years, Cindy has shared the joy, discipline, and beauty of dance with her students. Students of all abilities, shapes, and sizes—girls, boys, and adults—are welcome. Cindy is proud that the children of some of her early students now attend the academy, which offers ballet, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, tap, hip hop, and karate classes for children. Adults can
study tap, jazz, and hip hop. “We start by creating a strong foundation for all our students and build from there,” says Cindy. That foundation includes an understanding of terminology, body placement, and body awareness. From there, the dancers develop and grow their strengths, techniques, and talents. Repetition is an important part of learning to dance. Each class starts with a review from the previous lesson, and then, piece by small piece, steps are added to complete the dance. “Repetition builds strength, competence, and confidence. With this approach, even our youngest children perform beautifully,” says Cindy. }
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Opposite: Members of the 9-to-11-year-old competitive team have fun at ballet class. Above: Miss Hillary Fuller leads the ballet technique class. Far left: Advanced tap class. Left: The age 5-to-7 ballet class practices Waltz of the Flowers from The Nutcracker Suite to prepare for the Holiday Spectacular.
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“From the youngest on up, we encourage the children to feel good about themselves, to feel confident, and to respect and be kind to one another.” — Cindy Flanagan, founder and director of Concord Dance Academy
T E A CH I NG I M P O R T AN T L I F E L ES SO N S
Discipline and respect are import lessons at the academy. “We always take attendance, and I start each class with the words, ladies toe the line.” Everyone, toddlers to adults, takes his or her place and lines up straight and tall. Cindy’s teaching philosophy goes beyond steps and technique. “We work with the whole person,” she says, “From the youngest on up, we encourage the children to feel good about themselves, to feel confident, and to respect and be kind to one another.” Celeste Andrews is more than pleased with her daughter Molly’s experiences at Concord Dance Academy. Molly has been with the school for 15 years. “She loved dance class from day one,” says Celeste. “When she started, Molly was a shy little girl. Dancing brought out her personality; it has given her poise, confidence, and grace.” In addition to 10 hours of dance classes each week and her schoolwork, Molly is president of her senior class at Pembroke Academy. “Dance is amazing,” says Eliza Richards, “I love everything about it.” A junior at Concord High School, Eliza has been dancing since she was three years old. Like most of the students at Concord Dance Academy, dance has helped her build confidence. “I’ve learned to try new things and never give up. Dancing forces me to move out of my comfort zone and learn new movements. It’s hard work, but it’s wonderful to succeed on stage. I feel confident and good about myself.” Throughout the afternoon and evening, a rush of activity fills the old mill building that houses the academy. More than 325 students study dance with CONCORD DANCE ACADEMY’S HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR At Concord City Auditorium, 2 Prince Street, Concord December 5, 1 & 6pm; December 6, 1pm Call Concord Dance Academy or visit www. concorddanceacademy.com for ticket information.
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Above: In addition to tap classes, Jagger Reep takes classes in ballet, jazz, and hip hop and has starred in many productions in town. He’s been a student at the academy since he was three. Left: Tiny ballerinas perfect their technique.
Far left: Students patiently await their turn to leap across the floor. Left: The 9-to-11-year-old technique class practices their holiday dance.
Cindy and her team of highly professional teachers. Some dance for one or two hours per week. Those on the competitive dance teams, like Molly and Eliza, spend 10 or more hours in various classes. Parents and dancers agree that those long hours in the dance studio build concentration and great time-management skills. Renovations at the mill building support that dedication. Along with six dance studios, the academy has a homework room and cafeteria. “Many of our teenage dancers spend two or three afternoons at the studio. They come
directly from school and their parents pick them up after work,” says Cindy. “We offer a safe, welcoming place for them to dance as well as grab a snack between classes and get their homework done.” There are also waiting rooms where siblings can play quietly or read, and parents can finish up a little homework of their own. A D AN CE COMMUN I TY
Having danced together from a young age, academy students form strong bonds with each other and their teachers. Cindy says,
“We teach dance, but for 35 years we have been building a community of dancers.” Eliza adds, “This is my second home, my second family. I love it here.” Lead teacher Hillary Fuller has been dancing since she was two years old. She began teaching at the academy 12 years ago and loves the sense of community. “It’s not just a job for me. I am truly passionate about what I do,” she says. “As a dancer, you are part of something bigger—bigger than yourself and your family. I’m proud to be part of the dance community.” }
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Hillary is thankful for all the things dance has brought her; confidence, time management, and attention to details. She says, “Dance has given me so much. As a teacher, I’m proud to help the next generation of dancers go forward.” Eliza adds, “I remember looking up to the big girls when I was little. They inspired me. Now it’s my turn. I hope that they are inspired by my dedication and hard work.” Cindy is very involved in the arts in Concord. She served on the original steering committee for the Capitol Center for the Arts and continues to serve on the Board of Trustees. In addition, she is active in the Rotary Club and the Friends of the City Auditorium. “Giving back to the community is part of the circle of life,” says Cindy. “We try to do as much as we can. It’s important for the children to feel involved with the community, both at large and within the academy. I want them to participate firsthand.” To that end, academy dancers are in every Concord parade, and they perform at most Market Days. When the old clock tower needed funds for its renovation, Concord Dance Academy girls pitched in and “danced around the clock all night” to raise money. The academy’s Holiday Spectacular is more than a fun afternoon or evening; the profits support local organizations like the Friends of the City Auditorium, Friendly Kitchen, Toys for Tots, and St. Paul’s food pantry. With the holiday show fast approaching, energy and sound fill the old mill building. One studio echoes with rapidly tapping feet while Tchaikovsky’s graceful notes fill another. As Cindy moves from one studio to the next, she smiles proudly, confident that her hardworking students will be ready. Concord Dance Academy 26 Commercial Street Concord, NH (603) 226-0200 www.concorddanceacademy.com
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Caroling Party Menu
New England Wassail Cranberry Chutney Sundried Tomato Tapenade White Bean, Sausage & Kale Soup Sweet Dream Bars
Singing for Supper IN THE KITCHEN
HOST A CAROLING PARTY
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BY SUSAN NYE
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hristmas is a joyous time of year and a caroling party is a great way to share your good cheer. Gather a group of friends, bundle up, and tour the neighborhood with high spirits and song sheets. }
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NEW ENGLAND WASSAIL Serves 12 3 6 6 4 1-inch 4 1–1K K–1
cinnamon sticks whole cloves peppercorns whole allspice piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (2- to 3-inch-long) strips of orange peel gallons apple cider cup brown sugar Applejack or rum (optional) Nutmeg
1. Wrap the cinnamon sticks, cloves, peppercorns, allspice, ginger, and orange peel in cheesecloth and tie with kitchen string. 2. Put the cider, brown sugar, and spices in a large pot, and bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and continue simmering for 30 minutes. Wassail can be made ahead to this point; just cool, cover, and refrigerate. On the night of the party, reheat on medium heat and continue with the recipe. 3. To serve: Put 1 ounce of applejack or rum in a mug, and then fill with hot wassail. Garnish with a pinch of nutmeg.
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Song is a wonderful way to give back to the community. To spread joy to those less fortunate, take your act to a homeless shelter and bring along gifts for the kids and canned goods for the shelter’s kitchen. Perhaps you’d like to bring some cheer to the elderly or our wounded soldiers with a songfest at a nursing home or veterans’ hospital. And finally, the holidays are a good time to thank our firefighters, police officers, and other first responders with cookies and song. You may need to have more than one party! The fun shouldn’t end there. Invite everyone home with you for a “souper” supper and more singing. In jolly old
CRANBERRY CHUTNEY Makes about 2 cups 2 1 1 1 1–2 1
2 12 O K ½ 3–4
Tbsp butter large onion, finely diced carrot, finely diced Tbsp minced fresh ginger tsp minced jalapeno pepper tsp cumin Pinch ground cloves Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste cloves garlic, minced oz fresh or frozen cranberries cup brown sugar cup golden raisins cup dry red wine Tbsp apple cider vinegar
1. Melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, ginger, and jalapeno, and season with cumin, cloves, and salt and pepper. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 2 minutes more. 2. Add the cranberries, sugar, raisins, wine, and vinegar, and toss to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the chutney reaches a jam consistency, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat, cool to room temperature, cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.
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England, carol singing was known as wassailing. Grateful audiences rewarded the carolers with steaming cups of wassail before sending them on to the next house. Kick off snowy boots and warm up with spicy mugs of wassail. While the soup heats on the stove, stave off everyone’s hunger with a hearty cheese platter. Depending on the size of your party, select three to five cheeses, and plan on a couple of ounces per person. Choose
the cheeses for a variety of textures and flavors. Start with something soft and creamy like Brie or Camembert, and add a tangy goat cheese and a sharp cheddar. For a larger party, add a flavorful Stilton or Gorgonzola, an aged alpine cheese like Gruyère, and a nutty Parmigiano-Reggiano or salty pecorino. You can’t go wrong with a combination of local and imported artisanal cheeses. Artfully arrange the cheeses on a large
WHITE BEAN, SAUSAGE & KALE SOUP Great for a crowd, especially on a cold night, a hearty soup is sure to please. Let the soup simmer while you and your guests enjoy wassail and cheese. No need to hurry; raise your voices in another chorus or two. When you’re ready, serve the soup in large mugs. Serves 12 2 1 1 3 3 4 1 4 4 1 2 2 1
Olive oil lb sweet, hot, or mixed Italian sausage, casings removed large onion, chopped large leek, chopped carrots, peeled and chopped stalks celery, chopped garlic cloves, minced Sea salt and freshly ground pepper cup dry white wine cups cooked small white beans, rinsed and drained or more quarts chicken stock (more or less depending on how thick you want your soup) bay leaf tsp finely chopped fresh rosemary tsp fresh thyme lb kale, stems and center ribs removed and roughly chopped
1. Put a little olive oil in a large soup kettle and heat over medium-high. Add the sausage and sauté, breaking up the meat into bite-sized pieces, until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the pot, drain, and reserve. 2. Add the onion, leek, carrots, and celery to the pot, season with salt and pepper, and sauté over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 2 minutes more. Add the white wine and simmer for about 5 minutes. 3. Puree 1 to 2 cups of beans with a little chicken stock in a blender or food processor until smooth. 4. Add the sausage, beans, bean puree, remaining stock, bay leaf, rosemary, and thyme to the vegetables. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes. If you like, you can add a piece of Parmigiano-Reggiano rind (about 2 by 3 inches) to the soup for more flavor and richness. The soup can be made ahead to this point. Cool to room temperature, cover, and store in the refrigerator. Reheat to a simmer on medium and continue with the recipe. 5. Stir in the kale and simmer on low, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the kale is tender, about 20 minutes.
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SUNDRIED TOMATO TAPENADE Makes about 2 cups 2 cups well-drained, oil-packed sundried tomato halves 3 cloves garlic, chopped 3–4 Tbsp red wine vinegar Extra-virgin olive oil to taste N cup chopped fresh basil 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Put the tomatoes, garlic, and vinegar in a small food processor, and pulse to combine and finely chop. With the motor running, add olive oil and process until thick and smooth. Add the basil and parsley, season with salt and pepper, and pulse to combine. Cover and store in the refrigerator for 4 hours or until ready to use.
platter. For extra color and zing, serve the cheeses with small dollops of sweet and spicy chutney or savory tapenade. To bring out their full flavor, serve the cheeses and spreads at room temperature. Round out your appetizers with dishes of mixed nuts
and marinated olives. Fill a basket with slices of artisanal breads and crackers, set out small plates, and let everyone serve themselves.
Susan Nye lives in New Hampshire and writes for magazines throughout New England. Named one of the Top 100 Foodie Bloggers of 2012 by BlueStar Range, she shares many of her favorite recipes and stories about family and friendship on her blog at www.susannye.wordpress.com. }
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SWEET DREAM BARS The soup might quiet the crowd for a while but, before you know it, everyone will be ready to sing again. Pass plates of your favorite Christmas cookies and fresh mugs of wassail. Enjoy a sweet bite with a few more rounds of “Twelve Days” and “Joy to the World” before your guests head home humming “White Christmas.” Makes 24 bars 1 2 1 3 L L K 1 1 1
Hot shortbread base, recipe follows large egg Tbsp rum (optional) tsp pure vanilla extract Tbsp heavy cream cup brown sugar cup honey teaspoon salt cup pecans, roughly chopped cup chocolate chips cup grated coconut
1. Make the shortbread base (recipe follows). 2. In a large bowl whisk together the egg, rum, vanilla, and cream. Add the brown sugar, honey, and salt and whisk until smooth and well combined. Stir in the pecans, chocolate chips, and coconut. 3. Pour the nut mixture over the hot shortbread, return to the oven, and bake until set, 15 to 20 minutes. 4. Cool in the pan and cut into 24 bars.
SHORTBREAD BASE 2 K K 1K
cups all-purpose flour cup brown sugar tsp salt sticks (O cup) butter, cut into small pieces
1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Butter and flour a 9x13-inch baking pan. 2. Put the flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor and pulse to combine. Add the butter and process until small lumps form. 3. Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake the shortbread in the middle of the oven at 350° until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
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SMART MONEY
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B Y R O N VA L P E Y
What to Do When Fortune Favors You MAKING THE MOST OF A WINDFALL If an unexpected financial windfall has come your way—maybe the lottery, a lucky trip to Las Vegas, or a beloved relative’s bequest—what should you do? One of the first questions to ask and have answered is “Will I owe taxes?” In the case of any type of sizable winnings (generally more than $600), you likely will. If the funds were part of a legal settlement, the tax, if any, depends on the type of claim. If the money came from a relative, the tax depends on
numerous variables. No matter what the source of the windfall, it’s a good idea to consult a tax professional. Once the tax question has been answered, the tougher question may be what to do next. If you won the Mega Millions jackpot and can fund financial independence, your biggest problem might be learning to say “no.” But be careful—more than 70 percent of all major windfalls are gone before their recipients are, so spend wisely. }
More than 70 percent of all major windfalls are gone before their recipients are, so spend wisely.
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Planners typically recommend having three to six months of living expenses in cash, but weigh how much you keep in cash with other resources that can be turned into cash and what your cash will earn, particularly when adjusted for inflation. PRI O RI TI ZE
CON SI DER YO U R S A V INGS
What if you have come into a generous lump sum but not Mega Millions—maybe $10,000 or $100,000 or half a million? Oh, there are so many places for your newfound wealth to go! High on the list should be bad debt—anything owed to a loan shark or high-interest debt on assets that are not going to grow in value, such as consumer goods, cars, furniture, and electronics. If you have $10,000 of credit card debt at 18 percent and you make the industry standard minimum payment (interest plus 1 percent of principal), it will take 28.5 years to pay off the debt, and the total interest and principal paid will equal $24,423.30. At the other end of the spectrum is good debt—a mortgage, school loans, or anything you financed that will hopefully return more value to you than you paid. But how much interest you are paying is key; low, single-digit interest is okay—higher is not. Take, for example, a mortgage payment. If you have a traditional 15- or 30-year mortgage, and you financed or refinanced in the last few years, your interest rate is likely around 3 percent or 4 percent, and if your mortgage interest is tax deductible, even less. So while it’s nice to have your home or low-interest student loans paid off, these debts might be better off further down the payoff list. Higher on the list may be non-discretionary expenses—day-to-day expenses that are not current or manageable. If they are not, get the expenses current and set aside funds to help offset future expenses, especially if you’re having trouble keeping up on an ongoing basis.
In regard to short-term savings, do you have an emergency fund? Planners typically recommend having three to six months of living expenses in cash, but weigh how much you keep in cash with other resources that can be turned into cash and what your cash will earn, particularly when adjusted for inflation. In regard to long-term savings, is your retirement fully funded, and are you ready for the college tuition bills? A windfall can be a great opportunity to give you a jump on such funding. How much you save really depends on your unique situation, but the sooner you get your contributions working for you, the more they are likely to be worth when needed. Are you charitably inclined, or do you have friends or family you want to help? Donating to qualified charities feels good and may help tax-wise. For friends and family, any person can give anyone else $14,000 per year (for 2015) under the annual gift tax exclusion, and even more under the lifetime federal estate and gift tax exemption ($5.43 million as of 2015). Certain payments for education and medical expenses (but not insurance premiums) may also qualify as excludable gifts. Contributions to grandparent 529 college savings plans can count as excludable gifts and are a great way to help the grandkids pay for college. And last but certainly not least, let’s not forget pure enjoyment—fun money! Even if your windfall is not enough to fund all of the preceding, consider taking 10 percent or so and just spending it with reckless abandon. After all, you never know when you’ll receive another unexpected windfall, and life’s too short not to have some fun.
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LIVING WELL
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B Y K AT H E R I N E P . C O X
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Anti-Aging Prescription IT’S ALL ABOUT BALANCE AND BETTER CHOICES Dr. Andre Berger, founder of the Rejuvalife Vitality Institute in California, specializes in making people look younger through all kinds of cosmetic enhancements and treatments. But the truth is, he says, the key to anti-aging is “doing all the things you can to optimize how balanced you are.” When Dr. Berger talks balance, he means behavior and lifestyle that include plenty of sleep, regular exercise, good nutrition, and minimal stress.
Unfortunately, in our culture, keeping those components in balance is a challenge. The good news is that we have control over the foundation of our lives, which Dr. Berger likens to a table, and we can choose to improve the four legs to keep the table sturdy: nutrition, exercise, sleep, and stress. All the cosmetic treatments in the world will be of little use if the fundamentals are out of whack, Dr. Berger says. “If these are imbalanced, it will undermine any treatment.” }
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FO O D A S ME DI C I N E
In his new book, The Beverly Hills AntiAging Prescription, Dr. Berger draws on his years of experience working with men and women to help them achieve optimal health and youthful appearances. For his prescription to work, he argues, “you have to be committed to improving your lifestyle.” With a new year approaching, now may be a good time to make that commitment. It starts with proper nutrition, not dieting. “Food is medicine,” Dr. Berger says. “It’s more powerful than any medicine you can prescribe. But we need to give nutrition the same respect as is given to prescribed medicine. The essence of good nutrition is to eat in a manner that allows you to achieve the right body composition. The amount of calories you consume needs to be less than what you expend; intake versus output.”
“(Food is) more powerful than any medicine you can prescrib e. But we need to give nutrition the same respect as is g iven to prescribed medic ine.” Again, there has to be the right balance of nutrients and good calories, he says: protein, carbohydrates, fat, and minerals and other nutrients. The source of food is important and should be unprocessed. “It’s processed food that gets us into trouble,” Dr. Berger says. A healthy diet must include lots of fruit, colorful vegetables, and legumes.
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AN EPI D EMI C OF S LEEP PR OB LEM S
“It’s impossible to feel well and maintain health,” Dr. Berger adds, “if you don’t have adequate sleep. We have an epidemic of sleep problems in our society. We have 24 hours of stimulation. We’re not designed for this. We’re designed to work with natural cycles, and with all the stimulation we have, it’s a challenge to have natural sleep cycles.”
Most adults need seven to eight hours of sleep to wake up refreshed and ready to go, to have energy all day and not feel sleepy during the day. Achieving those seven to eight hours of restorative sleep is not impossible, although it is a process. “You must prepare yourself for sleep,” Dr. Berger says. “For several hours before sleep, lower the lights and the noise. Avoid alcohol. Cut off work and anything that is stimulating or stress provoking. Relax.” One way to promote relaxation, he suggests, is to find a before-sleep ritual, such as taking a warm bath and listening to soothing music or drinking an herbal tea. “Sex, if it’s satisfying, is one of the best things you can do to relax.” Finally, go to bed at the same time every night, a time that will ensure you wake up refreshed and not dependent on the alarm clock. } winter 2015–2016 | around concord 67
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MAN AGE STRES S
The biggest impediment to sleep is, of course, stress, which Dr. Berger says is another epidemic affecting our culture. It’s pervasive, he says: the news, traffic, finances, noise, relationships, work, social pressures. “You can’t get away anymore,” he says, and adds, “There are 24 hours in a day. How are you going to divide that time among all the things you have to do?” Managing stress is perhaps the most difficult challenge to achieving a balanced lifestyle, as so much of it seems out of our control. It comes down to determining how you want to spend your time, Dr. Berger says. “It’s your choice. You have to re-examine your priorities. Antiaging is about making better choices. It’s about knowing what to do and deciding what you’re going to do. Figure out how you’re going to make those changes and what you can expect to achieve. It’s about knowing and choosing.” Oftentimes, you have to change your life. “I tell people, work as little as possible to be as successful as you need to be,” Dr. Berger says. “Number two, you need to sleep. And number three, choose you. Choose yourself as a priority. Find laughter, make social connections, make time for exercise and dining properly. If you don’t choose yourself, you won’t do as well as you could do,” whether it’s work, relationships, or other endeavors, he says. In his book, Dr. Berger describes his prescription for anti-aging in more detail and includes testimonials from patients who have achieved their desired results. Success lies in taking personal responsibility, he says. “You’re up against huge obstacles, but once you make the choice, it’s simple, and the changes are incredible. It’s not magic. The essence of anti-aging is about knowing and choosing. If we know the right thing to do and choose to do that, we can be successful.” The Beverly Hills Anti-Aging Prescription hardcopy book is currently available on Amazon and Infinity Publishing. The eBook is available on Amazon, BN.com, Sony, Kobo, iTunes, and Overdrive. 68 find around concord at www.aroundconcordnh.com
ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING GUIDE FOR CONCORD AND THE SURROUNDING AREA
Dining & Entertainment Guide Enjoy dining out at these great places in and around Concord.
Concord's creative and exciting dining alternative... Granite Restaurant & Bar at The Centennial Hotel uses local ingredients to prepare New American cuisine with hints of Mediterranean, French, and Asian influence. Personalized menus, superb food, and exquisite service will surprise and delight your guests and make your special occasion memorable. Granite is also pleased to bring its well-earned reputation, unparalleled service, outstanding culinary selections, and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list to complete your off-site catering needs. Our staff will guide you through each step in planning your event, assisting you with everything from innovative themes and creative decor to selecting the culinary offerings that will make your event one to remember. $$$
Granite Restaurant & Bar at The Centennial 96 Pleasant Street Concord, NH (603) 227-9000 www.graniterestaurant.com
BREAKFAST: Mon–Sun 7–10am BRUNCH: Sun 10:30am–2:30pm LUNCH: Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm CLOSED FOR LUNCH ON SAT. DINNER: Mon–Thur 5–9pm Fri & Sat 5–10pm Sun 5–8pm
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SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION ENTERTAINMENT AND DINING GUIDE FOR CONCORD AND THE SURROUNDING AREA
Key to Symbols: $ most entrées under $10 $$ most entrées $10–$25 $$$ most entrées over $25
The Barley House
132 North Main Street, Concord, NH (603) 228-6363 The Barley House Restaurant & Tavern is Concord’s choice for top-notch food, microbrews, and Irish whiskey. The Barley House features upscale tavern food in a comfortable upbeat atmosphere. Located in historic downtown Concord. $$ Open daily; closed Sunday. www.barleyhouse.com
Granite Restaurant & Bar
96 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH (603) 227-9000 Ext. 608 Concord’s creative and exciting dining alternative, offering off-site catering. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Superb food and exquisite service put the “special” in your special occasion. $$$ www.graniterestaurant.com
Capital Deli
2 Capital Plaza, Concord, NH (603) 228-2299 With their home-style cooking, Capital Deli offers a full breakfast as well as a variety of homemade soups, sandwiches, quiche, salads, and much more. Capital Deli also offers catering throughout Concord. $ Mon–Fri 7am–3pm www.capitaldelillc.com
Hanover Street Chophouse 149 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH (603) 644-2467 Enjoy fi ne dining at this exquisite downtown Manchester steakhouse featuring an urban-style bar, award-winning wine list, steaks, chops, fresh fi sh, and a variety of seafood. $$$ www.hanoverstreetchophouse.com
The Number 5 Tavern
157 Main Street, Hopkinton, NH (603) 746-1154 The Number 5 Tavern is the newest dining experience in the area. Just off I-89, Exit 4 in Hopkinton, The Number 5 Tavern puts a modern twist on the traditional tavern menu with locally sourced meats, fi sh, and produce. We feature microbrews and spirits from around the state. $$ www.number5tavern.com
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Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse/ Sushi Bar & Lounge 118 Manchester Street, Concord, NH (603) 223-3301 Ichiban features 12 hibachi grills, where meals are prepared in front of you, a Japanese sushi bar, and the Koi Lounge with HD TVs. Happy Hour is Sun–Thu, 4–6pm with $2 drafts, half-price appetizers, and cocktails! $$ www.ichibanconcord.com
EJ's on Main
172 North Main Street, Concord, NH (603) 224-3463 Brick Oven Pizza & American Classics Soups & Salads • Short Ribs • Seafood Juicy Burgers • Steak Tips Dine in or take out • Breakfast daily Located in the Holiday Inn on Main Street. $$ www.ejsonmain.com
arts &
entertainment theater
music
dance
lectures
art
p Uttama Pera by Sean Beavers, through December 24, Mill Brook Gallery. t Encroaching Day by Sean Beavers, through December 24, Mill Brook Gallery.
Through December 14 Witness to History: James Nachtwey—Afghanistan, Ground Zero, Iraq Currier Museum of Art, www.currier.org
Through December 24 Reflections: Five Visions Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Garden Through January 10 Maxfield Parrish: The Power of the Print Currier Museum of Art, www.currier.org
Through December 19 Sandy Wadlington McGowan Fine Art Through December 24 Artful Giving for the Holidays Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Garden
Through February 19 Cover Story: The Art of Book Binding —A Library Focus Exhibition Currier Museum of Art, www.currier.org
Through December 24 Fall Art Exhibit Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Garden
LOCAL VENUES Capitol Center for the Arts
Concord City Auditorium
McGowan Fine Art
44 South Main Street Concord, NH (603) 225-1111 www.ccanh.com
2 Prince Street Concord, NH (603) 228-2793 www.concordcityauditorium.org
10 Hills Avenue Concord, NH (603) 225-2515 www.mcgowanfi neart.com
The Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Garden 236 Hopkinton Road Concord, NH (603) 226-2046 www.themillbrookgallery.com
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Wizards of Winter, December 3 Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
DECEMBER
December 3 Wizards of Winter Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm December 4 Midnight Merriment Downtown Concord, www.intownconcord.org, 5:30pm–12am December 5–6 Concord Dance Academy’s Annual Holiday Spectacular Audi, 5, 1 & 6pm; 6, 1pm December 6 Matisyahu Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm December 7 Slam in the Schools! with Mayhem Poets Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am December 11–12 The Twelve Days of Christmas Capitol Center for the Arts, 11, 7pm; 12, 2pm December 12 Turning Pointe Center of Dance: The Nutcracker Ballet Audi, 2pm December 13 The Magic Flute: Broadcast Presentation Capitol Center for the Arts, 2pm December 13 A Carmen Bradford Christmas Capitol Center for the Arts, 4pm
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The Twelve Days of Christmas, December 11–12 Capitol Center for the Arts, 11, 7pm; 12, 2pm Matisyahu, December 6 Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
December 15 Canadian Brass Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
Kenny Rogers Christmas and Hits, December 20 Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
December 16 Peppa Pig’s Big Splash Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
December 18 NH School of Ballet: The Nutcracker Audi, 4pm
December 17 Buzz Ball Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
December 19 Rocking Horse Christmas Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
December 20 Friends of the Audi Holiday Open House Audi, 6pm December 20 Kenny Rogers Christmas and Hits Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
JANUARY
January 5 Jane Eyre: Broadcast Presentation Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
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Mummenschanz, January 13 Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
January 13 Mummenschanz Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm January 14 Bill Blagg’s The Science of Magic Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am January 15 Get the Led Out Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
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January 16 Les Pecheurs de Perles: Broadcast Presentation Capitol Center for the Arts, 1pm January 19 Ragtime Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm January 21–23 Exhibit: Art and Bloom Opening reception: January 21, 5–7:30pm McGowan Fine Art January 23 14th Annual New Hampshire Theatre Awards Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
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Ragtime, January 19 Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm
Get the Led Out, January 15 Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
Enamelist Society Juried Exhibit: Alchemy 3, February 16–March 18 Opening reception: February 19, 5–7pm McGowan Fine Art
FEBRUARY
February 1 Turandot: Broadcast Presentation Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm February 1–12 Exhibit: Love, Lust & Desire Opening reception: February 4, 5–7pm McGowan Fine Art February 2 Romeo and Juliet Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm February 6–May 15 Killer Heels: The Art of the HighHeeled Shoe Currier Museum of Art, www.currier.org
Exhibit: Art and Bloom, January 21–23 Opening reception: January 21, 5–7:30pm McGowan Fine Art
February 6 Adelaide Tyrol Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm February 12 Rhapsody in Black Capitol Center for the Arts, 10am & 8pm
February 16–March 18 Enamelist Society Juried Exhibit: Alchemy 3 Opening reception: February 19, 5–7pm McGowan Fine Art February 19 The Capitol Steps Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm February 27 Headliners Comedy Club: Dave Russo Capitol Center for the Arts, 8pm
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