LEBANON OPERA HOUSE
LOOKING FORWARD TO THE NEXT 100 YEARS AVA GALLERY & ART CENTER
50 YEARS OF NURTURING THE CREATIVE SPIRIT
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You may even look forward to it!
by Lisa Ballard44 | Lebanon Opera House at 100
A more welcoming space for the community to gather.
by Susan B. ApelContinuing to support and nurture the creative spirit.
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Spring is spectacular, of course, as you can see on our cover photo by Lisa Ballard. Unfortunately, like so many things, the season does have its negative aspects. You know what I’m referring to—mud Season. Ugh! But don’t fret. Lisa is suggesting fun ways to get us through the muck. See her ideas starting on page 36.
We’re very proud and happy to be celebrating remarkable milestones for two amazing venues for the arts in our area: Lebanon Opera House is having its 100th anniversary of providing entertainment and bringing the community together (page 44), and AVA Gallery and Art Center is observing its 50th year of supporting art and artists (page 64). ese truly are inspirational stories of dedicated, visionary sta members and supporters who have worked tirelessly to make their dreams come true. How lucky are we to be able to experience the fruits of their labors? Lebanon Opera House has recently undergone extensive renovations, so visit soon to marvel at the improvements. Beautiful! And AVA has several events lined up for the year, so make plans to visit to join in the fun and congratulate them.
If you’re not hungry right now, you will be when you read the story and see the photos of ree Tomatoes Trattoria (page 56). Open since 1990, the restaurant is warm and welcoming with the feel of Italy. Watch hand-tossed pizzas and your favorite pasta dishes being made in the open kitchen while you enjoy local musicians on Friday and Saturday nights. Come in with your family or meet your friends there!
e sta and I wish you a delightful spring lled with your favorite things to do and places to go. While you’re out and about, keep in touch with local events at www.greateruppervalley.com. Enjoy!
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“It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: when it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade.” –Charles Dickens
Old Farmer’s Almanac,
March is National Celery Month. This vegetable has been cultivated for thousands of years and in Greece, people made garlands from celery leaves to place on the dead. Archeologists even discovered celery leaves in King Tut’s tomb! When you cook with celery, don’t toss the lea es the re full of a or. Think of them as a substitute for at leaf parsle and add them to soups, salads, pesto, eggs, and sauces.
1. Mix 1/2 cup boiling water, 1 teaspoon vinegar, and 10 to 20 drops food coloring in a cup to achieve desired colors.
2. Repeat for each color. Dip hardcooked eggs in dye for about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon, wire egg holder, or tongs to add and remove eggs from dye.
shaving cream.
2. Add several drops of food coloring to each color into the shaving cream.
until it is covered. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
4. Pat excess off with paper towels.
Tip: Presoak eggs in white vinegar for 2 to 3 minutes for more vibrant color!
1. Wrap an egg in thin washi tape, pressing it
the egg with tempera paint.
3. Let the paint dry thoroughly, then remove the tape.
Tip: Use different widths of tape and stickers for more graphic designs!
Beef, pork, chicken, shrimp, beans— whatever your preference, it doesn’t get any better than wrapping your favorite protein up with rice, cheese, veggies, and anything else your heart desires into a burrito. On April 4, National Burrito Day, treat your family to this crowd-pleasing meal. Here are a few tips for making outstanding burritos:
Cook and season each ingredient individually (protein, rice, beans, etc.). Time it right. Biting into a warm tortilla ed with co d in redients can ruin the experience. Rice, beans, and veggies cook at different rates, so keep quick-cooking in redients war whi e the others nish unti it s ti e for asse y. void the te tation to over your torti a a out three uarters of a cu to a cu of in wi usua y do, de endin on the si e of the torti a. Quickly grill your burrito seam-side down to prevent an explosion. Once the heat has sea ed the sea , fli it to i ht y cris u the other side.
Leonardo da Vinci, who was born on April 15, 1452, was ambidextrous. He could draw forward and backward with opposing hands simultaneously.
e rst week in April is National Library Week, but these community gems deserve love year-round. Libraries provide access to information, support literacy and education, provide safe havens for kids, and promote lifelong learning as well as bring the community together. ere are several ways to support our local libraries. First and foremost, visit them! Get a library card and check out their books, use the databases they have available, and attend their events. Ask about volunteer opportunities. O er feedback about the types of events and resources you’d like to see. You could also be a powerful advocate for your library by becoming a trustee.
National Pet Day is April 11, a day set aside to pay attention to pets who may not be having the easiest of times. There are many things you can do to help animals every day but make an extra effort today.
• Do you have an elderly neighbor who has a dog? Ask if you can assist by going through their four-legged friend’s toys. Throw away any items that are no longer safe.
• Help a friend who is recovering from an illness with their pets.
• Keep cords—including phone chargers— and toxins away from animals.
• Verify when vaccinations are due and schedule an appointment if needed.
• Check collars to ensure tags are secure and telephone numbers are current.
• Treat pets to extra love with a brushing and a bath.
• Take supplies to shelters. Towels, blankets, and food are the most requested items.
• Last but not least, adopt a pet for yourself.
Would you like to improve your photography skills?
May is National Photograph Month, and this time of year there is no shortage of beautiful subject matter to capture—the sun is shining, the owers are blooming, and the world is bursting with color and life after a long winter. Take better pictures by following tips from longtime image contributor—and talented writer and photographer—Lisa Ballard. Back in our fall 2022 issue, she broke down the basic principles of photography and o ered her expert tips on capturing beautiful and engaging highquality photos. Visit greateruppervalley.com and search for our fall 2022 issue to read her informative (and beautiful) feature, and visit LisaBallardOutdoors.com to view more of Lisa’s stunning photos.
For mystery lovers, there’s nothing better than being swept away on adventure while puzzling out clues left along the way. May is National Mystery Month, a perfect time to grab a new mystery at the Norwich Bookstore, Still North Books & Bar, Morgan Hill Bookstore, or your local Upper Valley library. Whether you love cozy mysteries, thrillers, classics, or contemporary intrigue, here are some options that tend to pop up on many Best Mysteries of All Time lists:
e Woman in White by Wilkie Collins
Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky
e Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle
e Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie
e Long Goodbye by Raymond Chandler
We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson
Where are the Children? by Mary Higgins Clark
e Shining by Stephen King
e Decagon House
Murders by Yukito Ayatsuji
Fade Away by Harlan Coban
e Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon
Faithful Place by Tana French
Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn
e Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon
Postmortem by Patricia Cornwell
Shutter Island by Dennis Lehane
A Is for Alibi by Sue Grafton
e Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware
Black Dahlia by James Ellroy
In Cold Blood by Truman Capote
If you’re dining out in the Upper Valley on May 21, show your server some extra appreciation—it’s National Waiters and Waitresses Day. While our fantastic servers in the area deserve our appreciation year-round, today is a day to show our gratitude by making their day s ecia with a ar er ti , flowers, or an extra heartfelt thank you.
May is National Barbecue Month, National Hamburger Month, and the uno cial start of summer—Memorial Day on May 27—so it’s likely there’s a burger in your future. Do you prefer ketchup, mustard, or both? And why do some people oppose putting ketchup on a burger so passionately? According to culinary experts, mustard works with the avor pro le of beef, not against it, while ketchup is too sweet to complement a beef burger.
Whether you’re team mustard or think this “rule” is ridiculous, we recommend preparing a burger exactly how you love it this month to say farewell to spring and welcome the warmer weather.
“In May, anything seemed possible. If only I could learn to harness time itself. To make every month like May! Or, perhaps to live backward in time, so that whenever the end of the month arrived, I could turn May right around and live it all over again.” –T.A. Barron
Interested in trying a new style of bike? Want to soak up the springtime sunshine and explore the Upper Valley on two wheels? Omer and Bob's in Lebanon has a wide selection of high-quality, well-maintained bikes for you to rent or demo. Visit them on Hanover Street or check out omerandbobs.com for more info.
SEASON'S BEST
BY DANA JOHNSON
Scrub away winter’s dust, dirt, and grime and treat yourself and your family to a sparkling house. It’s not as daunting as it sounds if you have a plan. Consider making a schedule and tackle one room at a time. ere’s one rule before beginning: declutter. Go through each room and sort through items, deciding what to keep, donate, or toss. Clearing clutter will make cleaning tasks easier and rooms will look tidier.
Before you begin, take inventory of supplies. You’ll need a bucket, a mop, sponges, micro ber cloths, all-purpose cleaner, glass cleaner (or use a quarter cup of white vinegar or rubbing alcohol in a gallon of water), toilet cleaner, dish soap, a vacuum cleaner, and anything else you prefer to use.
Clean baseboards. Use the vacuum hose brush attachment to remove loose dirt, then wipe them down with a damp cloth and cleaner. outside.
Mop. ard floors such as ti e or wood take a beating. Use the appropriate cleaner for each surface. Removing shoes at the door will help keep dirt
Dust. Every room accumulates dust. Remember to start at the top and work your way down to the floor. on t overlook bookshelves or ceiling fans. Consider a long-reach duster for high, hard-to-reach places.
Vacuum. Go over all the floors.
Shampoo rugs. Rent or buy a professional-quality steam cleaner. The rotary brushes and water extraction features do a good job deep cleaning rugs and carpet. Oriental rugs or those without a sturdy backing need to be professionally cleaned.
Clean upholstered furniture. Take cushions outside and eat the to re ove dust. efer to care a e s efore tac in stains. uff and s ot c ean throw i ows.
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Clean light fixtures. ent y wi e down hardware and wash o es. acuu a shades and wi e down the ases.
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Wax wood furniture. y aste wa , et dry, and uff to a shine.
Change filters. Remove and replace ters in furnaces and air conditioners, and vacuu and c ean rates, coi s, and condensers.
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SPRING MORNING MIST, NORWICH
If you go by the calendar, spring starts on March 19 with the spring equinox, when daytime equals nighttime. From that date until the o cial start of summer on June 20, the days might get longer, but that doesn’t mean they’re worth looking forward to, at least at rst. e weather can be downright dreary.
e landscape is still gray until mid May, and the ground turns to muck as the frost oozes out of it. If having four equal seasons—winter, spring, summer, and fall—weren’t so ingrained us, I would split spring in two and declare a fth season, mud season.
Mud season in the Upper Valley begins when the snow melts to the point that it’s leaving until next winter. Bare patches of ground open up, then grow bigger and bigger until only the remnants of a few dirt- ecked snowbanks speckle the roadsides. It ends when the grass turns green and the trees begin to leaf out. It’s an odd limbo when it’s easy to feel antsy after a long winter.
Here are seven ways to cure the mud season blues, and maybe even make you look forward to the “ fth season.”
TASTE MAPLE SYRUP. Maple sugaring begins midwinter when the nights remain cold but the days are warm. By mud season, sugar shacks are in full swing boiling sap into that sweet, sticky liquid we pour over pancakes. It takes about 40 gallons of sap to make one gallon of syrup. For a memorable family outing, consider visiting one of the maple sugaring operations in or near the Upper Valley that are open to the public. You can watch it being made and sample the latest delightful batch.
Need to know: Maple syrup is graded A, B and “Commercial” (the lowest grade) based on its color, clarity, avor, and density. e later in mud season, the darker and more robust the syrup, and thus the lower the grade. 1
If you like to ski, you’re in luck! Many ski areas in Vermont and New Hampshire are open into early April, and a couple keep the lifts turning into May and sometimes June, depending on how quickly the snow melts on the slopes. ere’s also Tuckerman Ravine on Mount Washington, which is a spring mecca for backcountry skiers. No need to rush to the mountain. Prime spring corn snow starts by midmorning on the trails that the sun hits rst. Follow the sun to nd more of that buttery, soft surface, then call it a day when it turns to mashed potatoes.
Need to know: If you ski in a T-shirt and/or shorts, remember to coat your bare skin in sunscreen. e chance of sunburn is deceptively high due to the re ection of the UV rays o the snow and the fact that your skin has not seen the sun since last summer.
If you’ve got Tuckerman Ravine on your must-ski list, wait for a day when it’s at least 60° in the valley to ensure spring skiing conditions on the headwall. 2
Don’t fall! e snow may seem soft under your skis, but it can cause nasty scrapes and “road rash” if you slide down it.
Morse Farm Maple Sugarworks Montpelier, VT
Vermont’s oldest sugarhouse! Free tours and tastings, plus a “maple trail,” farm life museum, and store. www.morsefarm.com
Sugarbush Farm Woodstock, VT
Learn rsthand about the art of making syrup. Also sample cheeses and see farm animals. sugarbushfarm.com
Brackett Brook Farm Orford, NH
Family sugarhouse that gives boiling demonstrations, samples, and tours of its sugarhouse and sugarbush. (603) 353-9080
Tuckerman Ravine
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Killington Mountain Resort
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Okemo Ski Resort
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WATCH THE BIRDS RETURN. Mud season is also migration season for songbirds, raptors, wading birds, and waterfowl that come back to the Upper Valley to breed. e American robins are among the rst to return, often while there’s still snow on the ground. e herons, osprey, ducks, and geese are last, in need of open water. Mud season is one of the best times of the year to birdwatch because it’s before the leaves are on the trees, so you can see birds more easily. To get the best view, invest in a pair of good binoculars. To help you ID what you see, pick up a good bird book, such as the National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Birds – Eastern Edition, or download the Merlin app from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
Need to know: Avoid putting out bird feeders to lure birds to your backyard. Feeders are also bear attractants. When bears come out of hibernation, they’re hungry!
Bedell Bridge State Park Haverhill, NH
Northern Rail Trail Lebanon to En eld, NH
Mink Brook Nature Preserve Hanover, NH
Lower Shaker WMA En eld, NH
Cedar Hill Rail Trail Newport, NH
Anywhere outdoors, but especially near water or where the forest meets open elds, including: 4
Union Village Dam etford, VT
Kilowatt Park Wilder, VT
Paradise Park Windsor, VT
Spring eld Nature Area North Spring eld, VT
GO FISHING. Mud season is shing season. ough the lakes and ponds may be slow to thaw, rivers and streams are running. Aggressive pike peruse the shallows looking for places to spawn. Trout get spunky as water temps warm into the 50s. No telling when perch or other pan sh might strike. Fishing is a great way to get outdoors during mud season, and maybe bring home something wild-caught for dinner.
Need to know: In both Vermont and New Hampshire, bass season is open and the shing is fantastic, but catch-and-release only and with arti cial lures/ ies (no live bait). If you’re planning to sh from a boat, wait for a calm day and wear a PFD even if you are an expert skipper and swimmer. e water is dangerously cold! Watch the water color, too. During spring runo , the water can turn brown, which makes the shing more challenging. e sh can’t see your lure or y oat by so they’re less likely to go for it.
Connecticut River and its tributaries north of Orford
Sugar River Trail, Newport, NH
Mascoma River, Lebanon, NH
Ottauquechee Stream Management Area
White River
Tweed River
MOTHER KINGBIRD FEEDING HER CHICKS
THE AUTHOR FLY-FISHING ON THE AMMONOOSUC RIVER SMALLMOUTH BASS
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SEE CUTE BABY ANIMALS. Many farm animals are born during mud season. ere’s nothing more fun for kids than seeing kids (baby goats), lambs, calves, foals, chicks, and piglets at a nearby farm. Some farms allow you to pet and help feed their baby animals. Livestock babies grow quickly, so plan more than one trip to see how they change every couple of weeks.
Need to know: Only approach baby animals under the supervision of the owner or o cial handler. Both baby animals and their mothers can be defensive and bite or kick. Always heed their warnings! If you handle or feed an animal, wash your hands before and afterward to prevent transmitting diseases or allergens.
Billings Farm & Museum, Woodstock, VT e Friendly Farm, Dublin, NH
TAKE A HIKE. In general, mud season is not hiking season. e trails at higher elevations still have snow or ice on them. e trails at lower elevations are likely covered with boot-sucking mud. What’s more, trekking up or down these muddy paths increases erosion. at said, there are some hikes that are generally dry and delightful this time of year, where you can see eeting early spring wild owers and vistas that disappear when the leaves are on the trees.
Need to know: Be prepared for all types of weather, even snow, with layers of clothing, a knit hat, gloves, and waterproof-breathable outerwear. Gore-Tex hiking boots that cover your ankles help keep your feet dry. Avoid north-facing trails, which tend to stay frozen longer.
Harmon Hill via the Long Trail Bennington, VT
Mount Tom Woodstock, VT
Mount Cardigan Orange, NH
Holts Ledge via the Appalachian Trail Lyme, NH
Mount Monadnock Ja rey, NH
KIDS (BABY GOATS)
NORWICH NATURE TRAIL
GET OUT OF TOWN. If you’ve tried the survival skills 1 to 6 and you still feel bogged down by mud season, you can always skip town for a week or two.
Tropical beaches are a big draw, but even a short trip to visit a friend in another part of New England, or a few nights in Boston, New York, or Montreal might refresh you. And cities are usually warmer and less muddy.
Need to know: Mud season ends by Memorial Weekend.
See you then!
Any place, preferably farther south. •
Executive Director Joe Clifford surveys the newly renovated theater.
“We bring people together—hundreds at a time and often several times a week—and that simple act is simply transformative. For a few hours, audience members can let the weight of the world melt away and just revel in beauty and creative expression. I especially love the time between the doors opening and the curtain rising. ”
— Joe Cli ord, executive director
Inside Lebanon Opera House is an old iron staircase that spirals from the backstage dressing room area to the oor below. It’s been painted several times over the years, evidenced by the multihued chipped handrail and the irregular worn spots on the staircase treads from the friction of decades of shoes. It is an original xture, initially used when the upper space was a sheri ’s o ce and the staircase led to prisoner holding cells below. It has been rumored that prisoners could sometimes hear the performances on stage above them; sounds of their applause or disapproval would drift up the stairway. And despite the extensive renovations just completed throughout Lebanon Opera House, the iron staircase is going nowhere and remains untouched, continuing to function and to carry part of the history of the building that anchors downtown Lebanon, New Hampshire.
LOH’s centennial facelift includes custom chandeliers and a striking ceiling treatment, a revitalized grand staircase, fresh paint throughout the building, and new theater
Stepping into the “real theater” is a more welcoming experience with the removal of the old half-wall at the back of the house; the space is now repurposed for small pre- and postshow gatherings. Painted walls, some acoustic panels, and new ooring produce a softer, more luxurious tone. Best of all, when many other establishments are shoehorning ever more seats into smaller spaces, LOH’s new seats, approximately 60 fewer, are wider than before, with more legroom, and in a nod to the lobby concession stand, feature attached cup holders. Executive Director Joe Cli ord is enthusiastic about the stage and backstage areas, which have been revamped with modern equipment that performance venues now require if they are to attract top talent. At least some of the new technology, such as LED stage lighting, will help to reduce costs. All renovations have been fully funded through a capital campaign that is about to reach its 4.2-million-dollar goal.
Lebanon Opera House’s history has seen some similarities and di erences from the present day, with each era, according to Joe, lasting approximately 25 years. Built in 1924, it began as a vaudeville theater, community gathering spot, and city hall. It became the space in town to catch some newsreels, take in a basketball
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game, and hobnob with neighbors. Fancy-dress balls were held there for the citizens of Lebanon. Under the auspices of the Lebanon Improvement Society in 1951, it became a movie theater until it closed in 1969. For six years thereafter, LOH was home to some high school musicals, with just a few professional productions that unfortunately pointed out the inadequacies of venue. e next major renovation was in 2001.
Joe sees himself and his team as the current stewards of a long-treasured space. LOH continues in a somewhat symbiotic relationship with City Hall, whose o ces remain in the building, but it is now administered by a 501(c)(3) nonpro t, the Lebanon Opera House Improvement Corporation.
Under Joe’s direction, LOH sought to become more integrated into the Lebanon and Upper Valley communities. Toward that end, it partners with and hosts a number of local social-service and arts
With the reopening, LOH has launched its Centennial Celebration, which will include an exciting array of events into the 2024/2025 season.
organizations such as the Lebanon Ballet School, North Country Community eater, and Revels North. e renovations at LOH, according to him, will serve not only LOH audiences, artists, and sta but also contribute to the success—“all boats rising”—of the partner organizations.
Asked about the future of Lebanon Opera House, Joe explains by looking back at the past few years when the COVID pandemic closed all performance venues, including LOH. He moved entertainment from the indoor stage to outdoor venues throughout the downtown, erecting stages, making use of the verdant Colburn Park and the newly completed pedestrian tunnel as alternative venues for the annual Nexus Music and Arts Festival. Joe and his team want to build on the success of Nexus by pursuing LOH on Location to bring more performances out of the LOH building and into other spaces in the Upper Valley.
In addition, the pandemic-imposed inability of people to gather only con rmed the importance and the meaning of humans engaging in a common experience. Joe explains, “We bring people together—hundreds at a time and often several times a week—and that simple act is simply transformative. For a few hours, audience members can let the weight of the world melt away and just revel in beauty and creative expression. I especially love the time between the doors opening and the curtain rising. It’s so much fun to see patrons recognize each other from across the theater. ere are lots of smiles, waves, introductions, and awkward hugs across the seats. It’s that series of mini-reunions and new meetups that signals to me I’m surrounded by my people. All of this before the rst note of music or piece of dialogue rings out across the theater. It’s electric. It’s exciting.” •
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lebanonoperahouse.org
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Dog Grooming & Self-Serve Wash Boutique
374 Main Street New London, NH (603) 526-2150
Mon–Fri 9am–4pm
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Tatewell Gallery
New London Shopping Center 257 Newport Road New London, NH (603) 526-2910
www.tatewellgallery.com
Tue–Fri 10:30am–5:30pm, Sat 10:30am–4pm
Hugo Anderson MFA Artist/Curator
23 Jenny Lane New London, NH (310) 266-9904
www.hugoanderson.com
Images available on website
Represented by Candita Clayton Gallery
e Elms Restaurant and Bar
at e New London Inn
353 Main Street New London, NH (603) 526-2791
www.theelmrestaurant.com
Tue–Sat, Bar 4–10pm, Dining 5–9pm
Floorcra
231 NH Route 11 Wilmot, NH (603) 526-2600
www.Floorcra NH.com
Mon–Fri 8am–5pm Sat 8am–1pm
New England Beauty & Wellness
New London–Lebanon, NH (603) 877-0070
www.newenglandbeautyandwellness.com
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Color Café
75 Newport Road New London, NH (603) 526-2727
All Eyes on You
9 Newport Road New London, NH (603) 748-3011
www.alleyesonyounh.com
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In-house baked goods made from scratch
Grounds
Baked goods, bagels, smoothies, and more!
374 Main Street New London, NH (603) 526-6010
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Expectations Salon & Spa
American Board Certi ed Hair Colorist
Burpee Hill Road, New London
87 Main Street West Lebanon, NH (603) 298-7900
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e Renaissance Shoppe
A resale shop located at and to bene t Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice
107 Newport Road
New London, NH (603) 526-6711
www.LakeSunapeeVNA.org
Tue–Sat 10am–4pm
Morgan Hill Bookstore
253 Main Street
New London, NH (603) 526-5850
www.MorganHillBookstore.com
Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 11am–3pm
Hubert’s Family Out tters
219 County Road New London, NH (603) 526-4032
www.Huberts.com
Mon–Fri 9:30am–6pm Sat 9am–6pm Sun 10am–5pm
Dr. Dorothy Hitchmoth
Dr. Jessica Eid
Comprehensive Medical Eye Care
255 Newport Road New London, NH (603) 583-4211
www.drdorothy.org
Hours by appointment.
Millstone at 74 Main
74 Newport Road New London, NH (603) 526-4201
www.74MainRestaurant.com
Mon–Sat 11:30am–9pm Sun 11am–9pm, Brunch 11am–2pm
Switchback Consignment
428 Main Street New London, NH (703) 994-6727
Sunapee Shade and Blind
75 Newport Road Suite 101 New London, NH (603) 526-2397
Cell (603) 748-5782
www.SunapeeShade.com
Flash Photo NH (603) 526-2400
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Design, Printing, Packing & Shipping & More!
120 Route 10 South Grantham, NH (603) 863-3278
www.sheprealty.com
428 Main Street New London, NH (603) 252-0543
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u & Fri 10am–4pm, Sat 10am–2pm
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Ear Piercing, Jewelry Repairs, Redesign New and Estate Jewelry
Optometrist On Premises
255 Newport Road Unit E
New London, NH (603) 526-6990
Mon, Tue, u, Fri 9am–5pm
Wed & Sat 9am–12pm
428 Main Street New London, NH (603) 229-2629
www.peterandersonstudio.com
Mon–Fri 11am–4pm
Or by appointment
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Stop by to see us making breads, croissants, and bagels by hand daily.
12 Lovering Lane New London, NH (603) 526-2892
www.blueloonbakery.com
u–Sun 8am–2pm
O ering catering for weddings, parties, family gatherings, and business meetings.
4 Mill Road Andover, NH (603) 977-0194
www.re nerynh.com
Wed–Sat 12–9pm
1004 Lake Avenue Sunapee, NH (603) 865-5393
Mon 1–6pm Tue–Sat 10am–6pm
210 Main Street
Across the Street from Tuckers New London, NH (401) 533-8825
www.canditaclaytongallery.com
By appointment or by chance
394 Main Street New London, NH (603) 526-9201
Tue– u 11am–8:30pm
Fri–Sat 11am–9pm
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LONGTIME RESTAURANT SERVES UP REGIONAL ITALIAN FARE
ALLOW YOURSELF TO BE TRANSPORTED TO AN AUTHENTIC ITALIAN EATERY AT THREE TOMATOES TRATTORIA , a mainstay in Lebanon that features rustic, made-to-order Italian food, décor be tting a European villa with artwork by local artists, and a vibrant sta .
“We strive for a fun, warm, welcoming atmosphere. We have an open kitchen and people enjoy watching our cooks prepare hand-tossed pizzas and delicious pasta dishes,” says Robert Meyers, owner, with partners Patrick and Louise Clark. “We’ve captured the warmth of a home kitchen while bringing in the excitement of live music,” adds Louise, noting they set up a bandstand on Friday and Saturday nights in summer that showcases local musicians.
Opened in 1990, the restaurant prides itself on excellence in food quality, diverse food options, and customer service. “We emulate the trattorias in Italy using classic Italian recipes with locally sourced product,” says Robert. Popular dishes include brickoven pizza and eggplant and chicken Parmesan, along with fresh seafood, meat, and salad specials. Patrick adds, “People come from all over to try our
beet and goat cheese salad served over a bed of arugula with toasted almonds and sherry citrus vinaigrette. Our Prince Edward Island mussels and Faroe Island salmon are delivered daily.” Robert curates the trattoria’s wine list through his trips to Italy’s wineries and vineyards.
e key to ree Tomatoes Trattoria’s longevity is using ingredients from local businesses, including fresh cream from McNamara Dairy in Plain eld, produce from Black River Produce in Vermont and from other farms throughout New Hampshire and Vermont, and freshly baked bread from Red Hen Baking Co. in Vermont. Many of its desserts, including its gelato and sorbet, are made by Wilcox Ice Cream in Vermont. “Buying local ensures we have the freshest sourced ingredients and also gives us an opportunity to give back to the community that’s made us successful for the last 30 years,” says Robert, whose generosity is extended through his large tomato garden in the front of the restaurant. “We encourage our guests to enjoy the tomatoes as they walk by,” he says. Patrick looks forward to being a mainstay in town for many years. “We feel a great deal of pride in our success and longevity, but it’s only possible because of our excellent sta and loyal customers.” e owners o er more insight into the restaurant.
Who is your ideal dining companion and why?
We enjoy dining out with our families. It’s nice when our customers see us eating in the restaurant enjoying the delicious food they enjoy where we can connect as fellow foodies.
Top three pantry staples. Pasta sauces. Fresh dough made daily. Garden-fresh vegetables.
What’s your favorite Italian dish?
Robert: Shrimp with tomato and horseradish sauce.
Patrick: Bruschetta chicken with angel-hair pasta.
Louise: Shrimp Fra Diavolo with linguini.
Best meal you ever made?
Patrick: Herb-marinated steak, scallop, and vegetable skewers.
Louise: Fresh salads, lasagna, and chicken.
Robert: Garden vegetables from our greenhouse and roasting chicken in our wood oven at home.
Any advice for new restaurant owners?
Louise and Patrick: Keep your ingredients fresh and buy from local vendors and farms. Get to know your regulars. Work hard along with your sta . Be respectful and remember to support your nonpro ts and community in any way.
Who’s your favorite celebrity chef? Why?
Patrick: Bobby Flay for his creativity,
willingness to try di erent things, positive attitude, and fun approach to culinary arts.
Louise: Curtis Stone. He’s funny, informative, a great chef, and easy on the eyes!
Robert: Too many to mention!
What appliance gets the most use in your kitchen?
Louise: Oven and range, outside grill in summer.
Robert and Patrick: Wood oven.
What’s so special about Lebanon?
We’re fortunate to have local venues in Lebanon Opera House, AVA Gallery, Upper Valley Music Center, and Lebanon Recreation Center for its fabulous summer music festival, and the summer farmers’ market, along with other community events. We’re grateful to the city for the outdoor seating areas they’ve created for local businesses and the gardens and owers around town tended by the garden clubs. •
Three Tomatoes Trattoria
1 Court Street Lebanon, NH (603)448-1711
threetomatoestrattoria.com
BY MARY GOW 6 PHOTOGRAPHY BY JACK ROWELL UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE
Swirls of green and blue on a little boy’s painting are still drying as he puts on his coat, his mom fanning the paper as they get ready to head home from a morning visit to the free open children’s studio at the AVA Gallery and Art Center in Lebanon. Across the hall in AVA’s Bank Street Gallery, a volunteer wearing an exquisite painted silk scarf by an AVA artist member points out a new selection of multimedia pieces bursting with spring colors. Next door in the Bente Torjusen West Sculptural Studies Building, a woodworking instructor completes precise cuts for a dovetail joint.
“Art enables us to nd ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.”
– omas Merton
At the very same time, a life drawing class works with a live model, artwork is laid out in four galleries for the upcoming annual high school show, Kelley Hersey’s compelling photographs of glass and water are exhibited in the Linda Roesch Gallery, and artists quietly create in private studios throughout the building. At any moment in a typical day at AVA Gallery and Art Center, people of diverse ages and artistic backgrounds are there— making art, viewing art, and discussing art. is year, AVA celebrates its 50-year anniversary. With this landmark anniversary, this vibrant Upper Valley cultural resource commemorates its past, enriches the present, and looks ahead to a dynamic sustainable future. With the anniversary, AVA has multiple festive events—celebrating with people already involved with AVA and welcoming more to join in.
“Art is essential and remains essential to our daily lives. It is vital that we encourage and nurture creativity through art education and artistic opportunities for all people,” says Shari Boraz, AVA’s executive director. “AVA provides individuals with opportunities to learn new skills and create meaningful connections,” she says, noting that community connections and involvement with art are critical today and in the future, especially in the face of technologies that give rise to isolation.
August 24, 1973 – A small group of Upper Valley artists organized
Called the Community Gallery, it was held in a
1974 ith e er artists, the Community a ery re ocated to downtown Hanover, sharin s ace with arris usiness achines.
1976 – The Community a ery incor orated as a non ro t.
1978 ena ed iance for the Visual Arts, AVA Gallery and Art Center e an offerin art c asses.
AVA’s impressive cultural role in the community has grown through the decades. Initially launched as the Community Gallery in 1973, a small group of accomplished Upper Valley artists set up summer exhibitions in a friend’s Norwich barn. e group gelled, and in 1974 rented shared space in downtown Hanover, soon incorporating as a nonpro t organization. Renamed Alliance for the Visual Arts, AVA Gallery and Art Center began o ering art classes. AVA remained in downtown Hanover for 16 years, but when the Dartmouth Bookstore expanded, requiring its space, the arts organization needed a new home.
1986 – Bente Torjusen est eca e s e ecutive director, a position she held through .
1988 ducation ro ra e anded to inc ude artists and audiences of a a es. 1990 e ocated to an treet in e anon, rentin the rst and
Above from left: AVA shared a space with Harris Business Machines in Hanover, circa 1974.H.W. Carter & Sons Building, circa 1970. The Community Gallery of 1973 was a barn in Norwich.
An exhibit during the 1970s when AVA shared space with Harris Business Machines.
Historic photos courtesy of AVA
Right: Bente Torjusen West, former AVA executive director.
their rst e hi ition.
arn in orwich.
e transition in 1990 from Hanover to the vast 19th century industrial building in Lebanon, longtime home of the former H.W. Carter & Sons Overall Company, was a giant leap. “I felt that it was a good location for AVA to reach out more to the surrounding communities,” said Bente Torjusen West, AVA’s executive director from 1986 to 2016, who advocated the move.
e relocation provided massively more space. High ceilinged rooms that had buzzed with sewing machines and cutting tables became dedicated classroom studios and airy galleries for exhibitions. In Lebanon, AVA expanded to a broader role, o ering more classes and partnering with community organizations to
second floors of the historic building, long home to the former H.W. Carter & Sons overall factory, which closed in 1985.
2003 – Purchased 11 an treet ui din , rst capital campaign.
serve local needs including art for preschoolers and for people with disabilities.
AVA bought the building in 2003, subsequently renovating it to contemporary building codes and energy-e cient design. In 2014, AVA embarked on another successful development campaign, this time adding a state-of-the-art, 4,000-square-foot Sculptural Studies Building.
AVA’s current programming focuses on three main categories: exhibitions, art classes, and community programs. Today, as in those rst shows in Norwich, AVA presents dynamic exhibitions of contemporary artwork by artists
2006 – Building renovated and renamed the CarterKelsey Building. Began offering affordable artist studio rentals.
2014 – Capital campaign launched for 4,000-square-foot
sculptural studies building with studios for welding, woodworking, ceramics, and stone carving.
2017 – Bente Torjusen West Sculptural Studies Building dedicated.
6 – Free community programs
10 – Years of AVA’s quarterly storytelling series, The Mudroom
19 – Private artist studios
50 – Years of art (so far)
47 + 11 – Art education artist instructors + 11 camp assistants
70 – Members Gallery volunteers who donated a total of over 3,500 hours
198 – Art education classes
255 – Artist Members
600 – Artists shown
5,323 – Exhibition attendees ro s sca year
2021 – AVA opened the Bank Street Gallery at AVA, a dedicated space for artist members to show and sell their work.
2023–2024 – AVA celebrates 50 years of supporting and nurturing the creative spirit through its exhibition, community, and art educational programming in the Upper Valley.
of our region. AVA has ve distinct exhibition galleries. rough the year, eight to ten curated solo and group exhibitions are presented in each gallery. A sampling of upcoming exhibitions shows their diversity: hand-forged steel by Justin O’Rourke; a group show featuring innovative processes in photography; Mapping Memories, with paintings and sculptural paintings by Peter Anderson and Caleb Brown; collage and monoprints by Erika Lawlor Schmidt; and works in ber by Janie Cohen.
e Bank Street Gallery at AVA, the sixth main oor gallery, sells ne art and craft by AVA Artist Members. With cards, ornaments, jewelry, ceramics, textile art, paintings, and stained glass, this retail gallery is very popular for gift and special occasion shopping. Artists with studios in the building—19 studios in all—also show their work in second- and third- oor hallways.
AVA’s classes range from beginners’ courses for all ages to specialized sessions for professional artists. Courses are taught by accomplished artists and art educators. Basic drawing, portraiture, capturing qualities of light in watercolor, 3D printing, metalsmithing, hand and wheel ceramics, and introduction to woodworking are among them.
A mind-boggling variety of children’s classes are taught in after-school and weekend sessions, vacation programs, and summer art camps. e Art of Play, Comics and Zines, 3D Printing, and Ink and Paper Magic are among options for 6- to 13-year-olds.
e Bente Torjusen West Sculptural Studies Building, dedicated in 2017, is out tted with specialized tools for woodworking, ceramics, stone sculpture, and metalworking. Classes introduce newcomers to these three-dimensional media and facilitate development of skills for more advanced students.
Among AVA’s spectacular achievements are its free art programs serving the community. With partnerships with area organizations and the generosity of donors, AVA provides six ongoing free programs bringing people together with
others and with art. Two mornings each week, in CAOS (Community Arts Open Studio), children and their caregivers make self-directed projects with art supplies provided by AVA. In weekly Senior Art sessions, the formerly middle-aged explore artistic expression. Art Lab, in collaboration with the Special Needs Support Center, serves adults with cognitive or other disabilities. Fiber Arts Open Studio, ArtStop for after-school artmaking for middle schoolers, and ArtReach with online live artists are also on the weekly schedule.
Looking ahead, AVA is building on its successes and opening new opportunities to inspire, nurture, and showcase the artistic spirit. AVA’s sta and faculty continue developing programs to address community needs, including expanding remote accessibility, as with AVA’s ArtReach, online artist talks, and live-streamed sessions of the quarterly Mud Room storytelling series. In addition to the existing strong curriculum, AVA has an eye to more upcoming classes dealing with new technologies in art.
Making sure that art experiences are available to more people is an AVA priority. Says Shari Boraz, “ e Upper Valley community includes people of all ages, people visiting the area, even people who may only brie y be here, perhaps needing a bit of respite while dealing with medical care at the hospital. One of my goals is to make the joy of viewing art, as well as making art, available to as many people as possible. ere is great pleasure when a person is looking at something new and it provokes wonder. Often your brain is positively activated when you are in the presence of art.”
Embarking on its next half century, AVA has a new tagline: “Where creativity is celebrated and community thrives.” e doors are open, and AVA welcomes old friends and new to come celebrate. •
AVA Gallery and Art Center
11 Bank Street
Lebanon, NH (603) 448-3117
avagallery.org
During school vacation in April, some kids go to DisneyWorld, staying in hotels with pools and arcades, and go on movie-themed roller coaster rides. Others park next to a dusty cattle guard and a Bureau of Land Management sign and hike to etchings in the side of a sandstone cli , camping in a van surrounded by cicadas, juniper bushes, and red dirt, and wade in a remote, co eecolored river and paint canyon walls with river mud.
My kids fall solidly in Group Two. roughout our lives, my wife Alison and I have generally tended toward o -the-beatenpath destinations and away from crowds of people. But with these priorities, is it possible to vacation with kids?
In our experience, the answer has been yes. But rarely have we just marched them o on our own odysseys; we have involved them in our planning. For example, last year our 10-year-old Gunnar looked up from his book Hidden Life of the Desert by omas Wiewandt. Pointing at a map in the book, he said, “Do you know there is a place when you can stand in four states at once? I want to go there.”
We had visited the Southwest before with great success, so Alison and I did not take much convincing. We decided to explore the Four Corners area by camper van. e kids were with us as we looked up rental out ts and chose a van. For weeks they recited the YouTube video Kodiak RV Rentals, the company we rented from: “It’s got a pop-top penthouse!” the video said (and the kids repeated a thousand times). “Kids love . . . everybody loves!”
ey participated in researching where we should go and where we should camp. By the time we ew from Vermont to Durango, Colorado, our kids were ready for a trip to Mesa Verde National Park, campsites overlooking the San Juan River, driving through the Navajo Nation, and hiking slot canyons in Utah. It would be a trip lled with dirt, dust, thorns, and rocks. Just what our family wanted.
e Four Corners isn’t exactly o the beaten path. But it is in April, when we went. e high tourist season in canyon country is in the summer when literally millions of visitors, many driving RVs, visit the region’s many national parks. In April, however, it’s quieter. With the quiet comes a trade-o : fewer services, amenities, and—simply—help.
Our rst stop was Mesa Verde. e national park o ers tours right down to many of its amazing cultural and architectural sites like Cli Palace and Balcony House—but only during the high season. We settled for distant views of the coolest, most famous places in Mesa Verde.
We also knew More eld Campground, the only campground in the park, was closed in April. However, campers are allowed to use More eld’s campsites for free during the o -season with the knowledge that the bathrooms, running water, and any amenities are unavailable. When we arrived at Mesa Verde after a day of ights, picking up our camper van, and with our folder of information, we got a curveball. Due to the historic winter snowfall, More eld was underwater! e free camping was closed.
No problem. We turned around and exited the park, knowing that there were miles of public land where campers could park their vans anywhere and set up camp. News ash: except during elk mating season!
at rst night, we drove into an RV campsite at one minute past ve o’clock, where the operator was closing up for the night. He sold us a site saying if we’d shown up a few minutes later we’d have had to drive an hour back to Durango.
On the other hand, we had Mesa Verde National Park more or less to ourselves the next day. Sure, we saw other o -season tourists, but surely a far cry from the thousands of visitors that come daily in the summer months. Gunnar and our sevenyear-old Ingrid headed down the trail to Petroglyph Point with snacks, maps, extra layers—and pencils and a “Junior Ranger” packet. I have been impressed in my travels by these age-appropriate (but not overly simplistic) educational packets distributed by national and state parks across the United States.
At one moment, Gunnar and Ingrid would be scrambling over rocks or helping each other through a tight squeeze between rocks on the canyon wall. e next, they’d be on the ground studying plant life, interpreting rock art, and scribbling notes in their packets.
Later, back at the Visitor Center, they got their reward: an opportunity to have a park ranger review their packets, then recite the Junior Ranger’s pledge and receive Junior Ranger badges. “I always make time for kids when they come in,” said the ranger who talked to Gunnar and Ingrid. “ ey are the future.”
We camped that night in Goosenecks State Park in Utah, more a dirt road next to a thousand-foot drop into the San Juan River than a “park.” ere were no railings or safety warnings, but our Junior Rangers respected the views—and the canyon edge.
Because we couldn’t hike down and walk around the ruins at Mesa Verde, we had a goal of walking to and standing next to an ancient ruin. Outside Blu , Utah, we parked on a dusty track and hiked into Butler Wash to the little-known Wolfman Panel, a red sandstone wall with cleanly etched images including birds, a mask, a plant, and the Wolfman (a human shape with large hands and feet). Gunnar consulted a eld guide that interprets native rock art, informed me that my interpretation (“Aliens landed to go ice skating”) was incorrect, and we descended to the willow and tamarisk jungle at the canyon oor.
Ascending halfway up the far canyon wall we found two small dwellings. We studied them and the pottery shards on the ground around them, re ecting on what life must have been like among the rocks and sand in 1250 AD.
From Wolfman, we drove through the Navajo Nation in Arizona, camping at the tiny, rst-come, rst-served campground at Navajo National Monument and hiked to an overlook of Betatakin, a vast ruin. e highlights of our trip were back in Utah where we explored two canyons. From above, Antelope is a foot-wide crack in the earth. But below, sedimentary lines in the rock, the lighting from above, and the smooth sandy oors give an otherworldly experience. Although we are usually
crowd-averse, it’s just not possible at Antelope, which is accessed only in groups with local guides. e beauty and wonder of the place overshadowed the lack of solitude.
Our next stop was a day hike in Paria Canyon and the co ee-colored Paria River. Coming straight from winter in Vermont, temperatures under the mid-70s and the blazing Utah sun made us only too happy to wade in the Paria and play in the canyon mud, which Ingrid used to make her own “Ingrid-glyphs” on the canyon walls, knowing that—di erent from the rock art we had been visiting—hers would wash away during the next rainfall.
Our nal stop—and Gunnar’s reason for taking the trip in the rst place—was the Four Corners. In the middle of nowhere, the monument is four lines drawn on a patio surrounded by vendors peddling local turquoise jewelry, Kachina dolls, and souvenirs. I visited the site as a 12-year-old nearly 40 years prior; one woman told me her parents and grandparents had also sold their artwork here. “ ey would have been here,” she said.
On their bedside tables, Gunnar and Ingrid have gemstones and souvenirs that they bought that day with their own money. ey have memories of hikes that they had a hand in planning in a landscape that is nothing like their home. And they were the only kids at their school who came home from vacation having camped in a van on the sides of canyons where unknown humans walked and lived centuries before under the same cli s and sky that towered over us on our Four Corners odyssey. •
At the Co-op, we’re building something new while still sticking to the core values that started it all. Whether it’s the oodles of local products, our new rewards program that pays members back for shopping with us and supporting local, or the fact that once you’re a member, you’re part of the Co-op family for life!
Think of it as your cool Grandparents’s co-op for a new generation.
186 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 295-5513
www. i fatt .co
Art makes a home in downtown White River Junction’s gallery, Janna’s Gate.
Be inspired and embrace your creative vision. Explore a treasure trove of oil paintings, watercolors, one-ofa-kind note cards, and hand-dyed silk scarves. Janna’s Gate studio, gallery, and store hosts instruction and workshops. Visit the website for details.
Participate, create, collect, and discover new mediums and materials at Open House: First Fridays from 5 to 7pm.
79 Gates Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 229-8643
www.jannasgate.com
Mon–Sun 11am–4pm or by appointment
Centrally located in White River Junction, Vermont, Big Fatty’s BBQ is the Upper Valley’s premiere barbecue and craft beer destination. Featuring freshly cooked meats and homemade sides, Big Fatty’s continues to delight locals and visitors alike. With live music every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights, themed events, and tap takeovers, there’s no shortage of entertainment! Join us for the Upper Valley’s best and only salad ar startin the first wee of ril t s ac resh dail salads sou s proteins, fresh breads, and desserts! Eat in and take out. Open for lunch and dinner.
129 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 356-8123
www.scouthairdesi n.co
Tue–Fri 10am–7pm Sat 9am–4pm
188 South Main Street, Unit 110
White River Junction, VT (802) 899-0405
www.putnamsvineyard.com
RETAIL SHOP * BAR * SCHOOL
uc er o is located in the heart of downtown White River Junction. A community gathering lace with e ce tional coffee e ce tional service, and truly authentic Turkish & Mediterranean cuisine. We serve delicious Mediterranean breakfast until 2pm, a very health wa to start our da . ou can also enjoy authentic Turkish lunch items and even the best BLT you have ever had! For dinner en o an of our 2 different e a dishes re ared on a wood fired s o er rill. inin at uc er o will whis ou awa to a far off land trans ortin ou to stan ul and ac with e er ite
1 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 359-4041
www.tuc er o er ont.co
85 North Main Street, Suite 110
White River Junction, VT (802) 280-1700
www.ti to otter .co
Tue & Wed 10am–6pm, Thu & Fri 10am–9pm, Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 10am–3pm, Closed Mon
85 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 295-3312
www.th e er ont.co
Wed–Sat 5–8:30pm Private Room eser ations u ested
te en ho as nc. ine rts nti ues u in ellin 85 Gates Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 457-1764
www.wood loc rints.co
Fri–Sat 11am–4pm or by appointment
C&S Pizza
104 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 295-5622
Mon–Thu 11am–8pm Fri & Sat 11am–9pm Closed Sun
The Upper Valley Food Co-op is an inde endent co o located in downtown hite i er unction. e focus on roducts that are local or anic fair trade, and minimally ac a ed. e ha e a stron co it ent to local farmers and producers, and you’ll find local roducts in e er de art ent of the store.
193 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 295-5804
Junction Frame Shop has been a steadfast part of downtown hite i er unction since . hat s 3 ears of ro idin creati e icture fra in for all tastes and ud ets.
55 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 458-0569
www. unctionfra esho .co
Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat 9am–3pm
Located on the corner of Church and North Main Street in White River Junction, Kathy’s Fancy is a shop filled with hand ic ed inta e and rei a ined finds. hether ou are on the hunt for a inta e e or searchin for the erfect ift ath s anc is waitin to e e lored.
128 North Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 299-5745
www. ath sfanc .co
Ah, spring! It’s a time of change, renewal, and rebirth. e ski hill closes. Tourists disappear, if only for a couple of months. Bears climb out of their dens and raid the bird feeder. Humans put away their warm coats (the ones that make them look like they’re wearing a sleeping bag). Wellies replace cozy snow boots. And best of all, the night air is lled with the joyous sound of spring peepers.
If you are one of those people who tend to hibernate during the winter, take a hint from the bears. Crawl out from under that cozy blanket and put down that book or television remote. Hike or bike. Jump in the car or on a plane and travel to a favorite place or new adventure. Visit a museum. Go to a movie, concert, or play. Join a club, take a class, or attend a seminar. Work in the garden. Invite friends over for dinner. In your own backyard or far and wide, rejoin humanity and the beautiful sights and sounds of our wonderful world. As for that dinner with friends, make it an adventure with a taste of sunny Morocco.
Moroccan Lentils
Zucchini Tomato Ras El Hanout
Moroccan Tomato Cucumber Salad
Honeyed Apricots with Creamy Yogurt
Serves 8
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp cumin
1½ tsp cinnamon
1 tsp kosher salt
½ tsp smoked paprika
¼ tsp freshly ground pepper
¼ tsp or to taste cayenne pepper
8–12 chicken thighs, bone in and skin on
4 cloves garlic, minced
lar ecarrot eeledandfinel
chopped
lar eonion finel cho ed
1bay leaf
Olive oil
1 cup dry white wine
4 cups chicken broth (or more)
Basmati rice or couscous
1 cup pitted and sliced green olives
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
1. Preheat the oven to 450°. Place a roasting pan large enough to hold the chicken in a single layer in the oven for 10 to 15 minutes.
2. Put the oregano and spices in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Sprinkle the chicken with half of the spice mix. Place the chicken, skin-side down, in the hot pan, return the pan to the oven, and roast at 450° for 10 minutes.
3. While the chicken roasts, put the vegetables and bay leaf in a bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with the remaining spice mix, and toss to coat and combine.
4. Turn the chicken, scatter the vegetables in the pan, and add the wine and 2 to 3 cups broth. Return the pan to the oven, reduce the temperature to 375º, and roast for about 30 minutes. Turn the chicken, add more broth if necessary, and continue roasting for 30 minutes. Turn the chicken one last time, add more broth if necessar androastuntil oldenandfallin offthe one a out3 minutes more.
5. While the chicken roasts, prepare the rice or couscous according to package directions.
6. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter. Stir the olives and lemon zest and juice into the sauce, spoon a little sauce onto the top of each thigh, transfer the remaining sauce to a serving bowl, and pass with the chicken.
Serves 8
2 cups brown or green lentils
Olive oil
onion eeledandfinel chopped
2carrots eeledandfinel chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and finel cho ed
ts th e
1 tsp coriander
ts cu in ½ tsp allspice
ts carda on ts cinna on ts ortotasteca enne e er ¼ tsp cloves oshersaltandfreshl round pepper to taste
2 arlicclo es inced a leaf
6 cups chicken or vegetable stock or broth
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and pepper, and sauté until the onion is translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes more.
3. Add the lentils, bay leaf, and stock and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer, stirring once or twice, until tender, about 20 minutes.
4. While the lentils simmer, put the yogurt in a serving bowl, add the lemon zest, cilantro, and mint, season with salt and pepper, and whisk to combine.
5. Transfer the lentils to a serving bowl. Pass the lemon and herb yogurt.
The lentils and yogurt can be prepared in advance, covered, and stored separately in the refrigerator. Adding more broth if necessary, reheat the lentils on medium-low. Remove the yogurt from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving.
Serves 8
1 tsp sea salt
¼ tsp cumin
¼ tsp coriander
¼ tsp cardamom
¼ tsp allspice
¼ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp ginger
¼ tsp nutmeg
¼ tsp cloves
¼ tsp freshly ground pepper
¼ tsp or to taste cayenne pepper 2½–3 lb medium zucchini, trimmed and chopped
2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes
1–2 red bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed and roughly chopped
1 large red onion, roughly chopped
Olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced Balsamic vinegar to taste
1. Preheat the oven to 450°. Put the spices in a bowl and whisk to combine.
2. Divide the zucchini, tomatoes, pepper, and onion among 2 to 3 rimmed sheet pans, drizzle with enough olive oil to lightly coat, sprinkle with the spice mix, and toss to combine. Spread the vegetables in a single layer.
3. Roast the vegetables at 450° for 15 minutes. Divide the garlic among the pans and toss to combine. Swapping places, return the pans to the oven and continue roasting until tender and nicely browned on the edges, about 10 minutes more.
4. Transfer the vegetables to a serving bowl, drizzle with balsamic vinegar, and serve.
Can be served warm or at room temperature. Can be prepared in advance, covered, and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Serves 4–6
Armenian cucumbers (or cucumbers of our choice offer a cris contrast to fresh tomatoes in this Moroccan salad (shlada) recipe. It's sometimes referred to as shlada 'arobiya (country salad) or shlada nationale (national salad). You can serve the Moroccan cucumber and tomato salad as is and spoon it onto individual plates or bowls as a fresh side dish or light lunch. It's also popularly eaten as a dip and scooped up with Moroccan bread (khobz) or used as the base to make other salads.
2 large Armenian or English cucumbers
1 lb (3 large) fresh, ripe tomatoes
2 Tbsp chopped fresh mint
3ts finel cho edonion
2 Tbsp lemon juice
3 Tbsp olive oil
1 pinch salt
inchfreshl round black pepper
. i htl eelthecucu ersothat some dark green skin remains, and finel cho it. nless ou reusin seedless cucumbers, remove the seeds before chopping.
2. Blanch and peel the tomatoes, remove the seeds, and chop into small pieces.
3. Mix the tomatoes with the cucumber, mint, onion, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste.
4. If time allows, leave the vegetables to marinate at room temperature for up to 1 hour.
Recipe Variations
arsle wor sasa oodsu stitute for mint in this salad.
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Vegetable oil can replace the olive oil.
Serves 8
48 oz yogurt—whole milk, low fat, or nonfat
1½ cup dried apricots, cut into slivers
Juice and grated zest of 2 oranges
cup (or to taste) honey plus
1 Tbsp
3 Tbsp Marsala wine
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla
Pinch nutmeg
½ cup toasted pine nuts
1. Put the yogurt in a colander or sieve lined with a clean dishtowel or coffee filter; let drain for at least 2 to 3 hours. While the yogurt is draining, prepare the apricots.
2. Combine the apricots with the juice and zest of 1 orange, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon Marsala, and ½ teaspoon cinnamon. Cover and store in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the apricots to absorb the liquid and plump up.
3. Put the remaining orange juice and zest, honey, Marsala, and cinnamon in a bowl, add the vanilla and nutmeg, and whisk to combine. Add the yogurt and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate for 1 hour or more.
4. Spoon the yogurt cream into dessert or wine glasses, top with a generous spoonful of apricots, sprinkle with pine nuts, and serve. •
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