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Sampling summer at New Hampshire’s ski resorts. by Lisa Densmore Ballard
Where art, science, and passion meet—with magical results. by Ian Raymond
Worth the hassles, worth the wait. by Mike Morin
More than Snow
Running Fox Farm
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Concord’s Main Street Project
Cover photo by Lisa Densmore Ballard
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departments 11 Editor’s Note 12 Contributors 14 Online Exclusives 16 Around Town New Hampshire Music Festival.
53 Next-door Neighbors Old Story Farm Bed & Breakfast Inn. by Susan Nye 57 Bright Ideas Kids learn best in nature. by Chris Dornin
18 Discoveries Illustrator Gary Destramp.
61 Smart Money The call of duty: an executor’s responsibilities. by Amy Kanyuk
20 Out & About Meredith Sculpture Walk.
63 Dining & Entertainment Guide
25 Common Ground Concord’s community gardens. by Gail Thorell Schilling
66 Calendar of Events 72 Last Word
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EDITOR ’ S NOTE
Fun in the Sun Summer is finally here, accompanied by swimming, hiking, biking, backyard cookouts, and so many other wonderful ways to spend carefree days. Head outdoors while you can to take in all the season’s splendor. Lisa Densmore Ballard is taking us to area ski resorts to discover the many summer activities they offer (page 30). From flying down zip lines and JACK ROWELL trying stand-up paddleboarding to exploring trails for hiking and biking, check out New Hampshire’s ski areas for new adventures this summer. They’re not just for snow! Gail Schilling takes us to Concord’s community gardens (page 25), and Ian Raymond shares the story of Running Fox Farm in Canterbury, accompanied by his amazing photos (page 38). If you love flowers, plan to visit Claudia and Dave Conway for a special treat. I’m willing to bet you’ll be coming home with some of their breathtaking daylilies. But how do you decide which ones? One of the greatest pleasures of summer is spending time at Lake Winnipesaukee. While you’re in the area, allow time to visit the beautiful town of Meredith to take in the sculptures displayed around town (page 20). A team of hard-working, dedicated volunteers deserves much credit for pulling off this fantastic outdoor art exhibit, the Meredith Sculpture Walk. Last but not least, we’re visiting Concord’s Main Street during the ongoing improvements (page 46). Thanks to Alex McIntire of Louis Karno & Company Communications for coordinating our story; Mike Morin for researching, visiting business owners, and then writing the article; and Ian Raymond for his outstanding photos. It’s fantastic to work with so many talented people! No matter where your adventures take you this summer, be sure to keep up with the latest news and events online at www.aroundconcordnh.com. 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. She has written seven books, including Best Hikes with Dogs: New Hampshire and Vermont and Hiking the Green Mountains.
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Chris is a freelance writer in Concord who also works for prison reform. He earned 22 journalism awards as a reporter for the EagleTribune and Derry News and ran a State House wire service for fi ve years called the Golden Dome News. His drawings have appeared in NH Business Review and NH Challenge Magazine, and he won a New Hampshire Arts Council fellowship for his poetry in 1991.
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Mike Morin Mike Morin, author of Fifty Shades of Radio, left a 43-year broadcasting career last year to research and write his second book, as well as to do more speaking engagements and work with community not-forprofi t organizations. He is also a licensed Justice of the Peace in New Hampshire and winner of blue ribbons for baking at the Deerfi eld Fair in 2013 and 2014.
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Above: Open Water II by Steven Hayden is on display at Community Park. Right: Red Wing by Hugh Gibbons is at Scenic Park.
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in locations. We plan to have all new sculptures in place by July 15.” About coordinating the exhibition, Bev says, “Having the world’s best committee makes my life easier. They do whatever it takes to get the job done. It’s great to live and work in a town where volunteerism is taken to heart by so many people.” Liz Lapham, executive director of the Greater Meredith Program, seconds that sentiment and says, “Our volunteers, skilled in so many different areas, have been devoted in helping wherever they’re needed. Our committee includes an attorney, business owners, artists, a publicity person, and a website person.” She believes the sculptures have attracted visitors and new business to the quaint village on Lake Winnipesaukee, adding, “People come to town to view the sculptures, and they stay to have lunch and shop, so there has been a positive impact.” I N TH E BEGI N N I N G
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resulted in the creation of the Meredith Sculpture Walk, which was made possible through the generosity of local sponsors and the dedicated volunteers of the Meredith Sculpture Walk committee. A brochure with walking map is available in kiosks found at the entrance to Hesky and Scenic Park, the Courtyard on Main Street, and in front of the Post Office, as well as Town Hall, the Meredith Library, and various businesses throughout the walk. You may also download the brochure from the website at www. greatermeredithprogram.com.The brochure includes the Directory of Sculptors and contact information along with the name and location of each sculpture. Docent tours are available during July on Wednesdays at 11am, Saturdays at 11am (except July 4th), and Sundays at 1pm. In August tours will be offered on Saturdays at 11am and Sundays at 1pm. Special groups can be arranged by emailing gmp@metrocast.net.
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GROWING FRESH PRODUCE AND A SENSE OF BELONGING
Not just one but two community gardens enable scores of Concord residents to grow food locally while strengthening neighborhood roots. The Concord Community Garden on Birch Street (located off Clinton Street) was started in 1972 and the Sycamore Field Community Garden was established in 2009 to provide city dwellers with arable plots within a larger garden for a modest fee. Modeled after the Victory Gardens popularized during World War II, such communal agriculture generates fresh produce and a sense of belonging, both essential for a healthy community. }
Concord’s Community Gardens
Above: Though most gardeners grow vegetables for home use and healthy eating, others develop a fl oral aesthetic to nourish the soul. Left: Autumn Van Sice takes a break among her zinnias on the plot she has tilled for eight years. She keeps careful records of her gardens to better rotate crops.
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Located on nine acres of Turkey River floodplain, the Concord Community Garden consists of “fine loam and some clay,” according to Bob Spoerl, land agent for the Citizens’ Gardening Program, a division of Forests and Lands. Some gardeners have maintained their plots for nearly 15 years, despite having no water source at the site. Solutions range from trusting in rain and rain barrels for collection to lugging water in gallon jugs. Now in his first year as land agent, Bob has begun tentative research into ways to bring water to the garden. After all, he says, “You can’t ride a bike to the
garden with a water jug.” In the meantime, BYO jug. Autumn Van Sice of Concord has maintained her plot for eight years. She grows rhubarb, asparagus, spring peas, garlic, potatoes, leeks, onions, kale, eggplant, and tomatoes for sauce, all organically. Her zinnias attract butterflies. “Sometimes,” she says, “I sit out here and watch the monarchs.” Many other gardeners also feed the soul along with the belly. Kites and prayer flags flutter from fanciful arbors of branches and twine. Zen-style gardens, flower beds, and forests of sunflowers provide reflec-
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Clockwise from top left: Tika Khatiwada harvests marigold blossoms for a Hindu festival. He also grows corn, radishes, green beans, mustard greens, and eggplant. Pear tomatoes finish ripening in the late-August sun. Om and Bishnu Bhandari display the day’s harvest: beans, cucumbers, pumpkins, and white radishes. The radishes will be cooked and the pumpkin made into curry. Scarlet gladiola in the Clinton Street garden.
“It’s an opportunity for people who live here to have a spot to work and grow food. Then there are the therapeutic benefits— the sunshine, watching things grow, a respite from day-to-day clamor.” — Bob Spoerl, land agent for the Citizens’ Gardening Program
tive spaces. And utility morphs into art: an old showerhead and hose, a bedspring, or in one case, a worn-out rototiller become artful trellises. “Somebody just tied strings to the tiller and grew their peas,” Bob says. Another gardener, well into his 80s, tears strips from an old shirt to tie up tomatoes. Bob notes that novice gardeners continuously learn from the more experienced ones—the essence of community. Annual rent for the 184 first-come, firstserved plots depends upon size: $20 for a 25-by-20-foot plot, $30 for a 50-by-50foot plot, and $40 for a whopping 100 by
50 feet. Bob reflects, “We’re not in it for the money. It’s an opportunity for people who live here to have a spot to work and grow food. Then there are the therapeutic benefits—the sunshine, watching things grow, a respite from day-to-day clamor.” Like the rototiller trellis, the Concord Community Garden is a fixture for the foreseeable future. N EW GRAN I TE STATE GARDEN ERS
Across the Merrimack River on a floodplain adjacent to NHTI—Concord’s Community College—the Sycamore Garden evolved six years ago to serve mostly low-
Clockwise from top: This plot in the 2014 Concord Community Garden showcases diligent care and weed control. Sunflowers, a popular choice in the Clinton Street garden, thrive on the full sunshine and space. Nar Timsana has cultivated her plot at the Sycamore Garden for five years now. During this visit to the garden, she will harvest several pounds of cherry tomatoes.
income and resettled families who depend upon the bus service that now stops there. Project director Cheryl Bourassa explains, “Since 1999, hundreds of refugee families have moved to Concord. Many of these families have a history of agricultural work in their homelands and in refugee camps; they brought with them a strong desire to grow their own food. Since these families cannot afford to purchase their own land, having access to public space for gardening allows them greater economic independence, meaningful work to support their families at a time when there are few jobs, and an important psychosummer 2015 | around concord 27
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logical connection to something familiar at a time when they are facing incredible losses and life changes.” Cheryl’s background as an avid gardener and ESOL teacher (teaching English to speakers of other languages) with experience helping new arrivals to the Granite State makes her ideal to manage the project. With Ralph Jimenez of the Concord Monitor and Cathy Chelsey of Catholic Charities and the Concord Multicultural Coalition, she approached NHTI about using the floodplain. Steve Caccia, vice president of student affairs at NHTI, deemed the request “a good way to offer space for a significant community need.” Besides, the five or so acres were prone to flooding, and although the land had once been used to grow feed corn, it had lain fallow for 15 years. Loaning the unleased acreage, he says, “gives back to the community.” Sycamore Garden welcomed its first 54 gardeners in 2009. By 2010, the garden had more than doubled to accommodate newly arrived refugees; however, since 2011 it has remained fixed at 138 plots. According to Steve, “NHTI students’ families have plots there too.” Last year 100 families applied for the 10 or so plots not renewed. A lottery decides who will use them.
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suspended in an impossibly tall hemlock, pumping his palms in a downward motion, the “slow down” signal. I touched a leather-palmed work glove to the cable above my head and decelerated. The harder I pressed, the more my speed dropped. With surprising control, I coasted onto the platform. Paul quickly unclipped my harness from the cable, clipped me to a safety line, and then turned his attention to the next zip-liner, a 50-something mom from Wisconsin touring New Hampshire with her 20-something daughter. Our adventurous group included my son Parker, age 16, and two middle-aged couples from Australia and Rhode Island. }
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Clockwise from top left: The summer view from the top of Cannon Mountain. A zip line through the trees at Bretton Woods. Mountain biking at Waterville Valley (two photos). The author and her guide scaling a rock face near Bretton Woods (two photos).
I relaxed and looked around from my treetop perch. A canopy tour at Bretton Woods was certainly a unique way to see the scenery in New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Instead of looking up at the trees from a hiking trail, I looked down from the treetops! Until this weekend excursion, I thought summer activities offered at ski resorts consisted mainly of hiking and golf, and perhaps mountain biking for expert single-trackers. The roughest road my bike ever sees is an occasional smooth, car-friendly dirt one, and on the few occasions I’ve tried golf, every glass window in the county was at risk. When the weather warms up, my family prefers water sports and hikes far away from the accoutrements of civilization. Visiting a ski area was not on our summer-fun radar, but my son and I wanted to get away for a weekend, do something different, and not have to travel far from home. Activities at New Hampshire’s ski areas kept catching our attention, with the canopy tour at Bretton Woods as a spectacular warm-up. }
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We followed the trail a little farther and discovered a series of beautiful waterfalls and swimming holes. We had wandered into a hidden Eden and spent the rest of the morning jumping from the small cliffs into the water and then sunbathing on flatter rocks to warm up.
Left: One of several waterfalls cascading into a swimming hole at Waterville Valley. Above: Rappelling off a tree during the canopy tour at Bretton Woods.
PIT STOPS Food Woodstock Inn Station and Brewery, North Woodstock: A hearty, family-style food and microbrewery inside a historic train depot. www.woodstockinnnh.com Coyote Grill, Waterville Valley: Elegantly presented local meats, dairy, and produce in an unlikely place, above the resort’s fitness center. www.wildcoyotegrill.com Red Parka Pub, Glen: A local favorite known for its barbecued ribs, prime rib, and social atmosphere. www.redparkapub.com Polly’s Pancake Parlor, Sugar Hill: A must for breakfast, serving up pancakes with real maple syrup and a spectacular view of Franconia Notch; the gift shop carries a large assortment of local maple products and other unique items. www.pollyspancakeparlor.com
Lodging While you can visit any of New Hampshire’s ski areas as a day trip from anywhere in the state, staying there makes the excursion feel more like a real getaway, and it sure beats the drive home after a full day of activities. Here are a couple of suggestions: Omni Mount Washington Resort: A historic grand hotel at the base of Bretton Woods. www.omnihotels.com/hotels/brettonwoods-mount-washington Black Bear Lodge: Family-friendly accommodations in the heart of Waterville Valley Resort. www.blackbearlodgenh.com
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Clockwise from top: A firsttimer scales a cliff near Bretton Woods. Another cascade into a crystalline swimming hole. Stand-up paddleboarding at Waterville Valley. Trail signs along a mountain biking route. Leaping into a swimming hole. Taking a break from biking to enjoy a waterfall.
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After a morning spent flying from tree to tree, Parker declared he would like to try rock climbing, also offered at Bretton Woods. He had never roped up before, and I had gone only a few times before he was born. John, our instructor, assured us it would be easy and enjoyable and led us to the base of a hundred-foot wall of granite. At the base of the slab, we put on helmets, harnesses, and grippysoled climbing shoes, all provided by the resort. John tethered first me and then Parker to himself via a long, beefy nylon rope. He went first, effortlessly ascending the near-vertical rock as if it were barely tilted. He paused periodically, clipping the rope into carabiners every 10 feet up the route. About two-thirds of the way to the top, he stopped on a small ledge, turned toward Parker and me, and told me to give it a try. “Don’t hug the rock,” he shouted encouragingly. “Try to keep three points of contact at all times.” }
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Surprisingly, the ascent required primarily a “go for it” attitude and a sense of balance rather than arm and leg strength. He patiently coached me up the rock face, telling me to wedge a toe or a finger on steps the size of a quarter. I quivered with more and more anxiety the higher I climbed, but the steady tension on the rope gave me confidence that a fall would not end in tragedy. Upon reaching the top, Parker claimed it the most fun he had ever had. I was pleased, not only at his delight but also by the stunning view into the northern White Mountains from a unique angle unseen from any hiking trail. SWI MMI N G H OLES
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The next morning, we decided to try mountain biking and headed to Waterville Valley. Waterville Valley was the brainchild of Tom Corcoran, an Olympic skier during the 1950s. Though Corcoran was one of the top winter athletes of his era, he believed the key to a ski area’s success was offering lots of user-friendly terrain, as the bulk of the skiing population was at the beginner-to-intermediate level. The philosophy has carried over to the resort’s summer offerings, including mountain biking. We rented bikes in Waterville’s Town Square and then followed the resort bike path to the bottom of a chairlift on Snows Mountain near the resort’s public golf course. After enjoying the lazy chairlift ride to the top of the ski slopes, we asked the lift attendant to recommend a route back down. “Take the Upper Snows Mountain Trail,” she coached us. “It’s a wide, gentle descent. There’s a great waterfall at the first bridge.” The trail was indeed gentle and not intimidating. We coasted down the path winding around its elongated curves. As instructed, we parked our bikes at the bridge and looked over the railing. The cascade below us was pretty but underwhelming. There had to be more. I spotted a trail to our left and proposed we follow it, leaving our bikes at the bridge. Within a few steps, we came to a bigger waterfall that spilled into a deep, clear pool. Parker was in the pool
Within a few minutes, he looked as if he had paddled an SUP his whole life. I joined him, glad for the time on the water after our mountain bike ride. Afterward, we decided Waterville Valley should be renamed “Water-filled Valley.” There were more opportunities to enjoy water in this mountain resort than one would expect. Our weekend over, we regretted the need to head home. In two days we had zip-lined, rock climbed, mountain biked, and stand-up paddleboarded, and we had only scratched
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Excited by our discovery of the swimming holes, we wanted another waterbased adventure after returning our bikes. Planning to rent kayaks, we strolled the short distance from the bike depot to the edge of Corcoran Pond, but another type of watercraft grabbed our attention— stand-up paddleboards (SUP). “Have you ever tried one?” I asked Parker. He had not. It seemed the perfect spot for a first timer. The sheltered six-and-a-half-acre pond was ripple free and uncrowded. Parker swung his feet from the dock onto his board, gauged his balance, and then stood up. After a couple of wobbles, he gently pulled the paddle through the glassy water.
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ake a short drive through charming hillside pastures and woodlands, heading north from Concord on Route 132 into Canterbury (just a couple of miles before crossing into Northfield), and you will happen upon Running Fox Farm at 576 Northwest Road. It’s on the left— look for the running fox copper weather vane atop the farm stand. Most of us are familiar with the trumpet-shaped, white Easter lilies, celebrating the holiday with the promise of spring, and the abundant orange tiger lilies that dot the countryside signaling the arrival of summer. But what’s being created at Running Fox Farm is a breed above, expressed through the hybrid cultivation of daylilies to bear exquisite flowers with vibrant hues, striking color combinations, distinctive patterns and shapes, and rich velvety textures. Some display smooth-edged spider-like petals, while others have round, full petals with elaborate rippled edges and contrasting colored fringes. }
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Right: Claudia in her garden. Note: Hybridizer's name is in parentheses and plants are called seedlings until they are named. RFF is Running Fox Farm.
1. Orienpet lily. 2. Empire of Dawn and Dusk (Derrow). 3. RFF seedling. 4. Purple Starfish (Gossard). 5. Fabulous Black Pearl (Salter). 6. RFF seedling.
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most beautiful flower possible while maintaining a hardiness suited to our sometimes unforgiving Northern climate. Running Fox Farm is where art, science, and passion come together to produce a successful and highly diversified collection of daylilies possessing extraordinary beauty. The inspired results are coveted by enthusiasts worldwide. Whether they are colleagues in the hybridizing community, horticulturalists, or home gardeners, all appreciate the captivating splendor of these daylilies. I N D UL GI N G TH EI R PASSI O N
Running Fox Farm was started in 2009 when owners David and Claudia Conway converted their barn into a farm stand. The grassy fields and fertile soils were begging to be worked, and David and Claudia had the ambition and the vision to take on the project. Claudia has worked as a pharmacist at Elliot Hospital in Manchester for over 15 years; Dave works in sales and marketing of sporting goods, health care, and organic coffees. Both have some background in landscape design. Though very busy with their careers, their flexible work schedules allow them the opportunity to indulge their passion for organic farming and hybridizing new varieties of daylilies. The name of the farm, Running Fox, was derived from the property’s previous owners, who had raised horses and Above left: Lots of plants conducted foxhunts. Hunting has long since are on display at the barn. been relegated to times gone by, but the ConPhoto by Claudia Conway. ways still enjoy seeing both red and grey foxes Left: New seedling bed. darting across the fields on occasion. 40 find around concord at www.aroundconcordnh.com
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Their love for daylilies stems from Dave’s father, Warren Conway, who loved planting them to enhance the landscape wherever he was residing. In his memory, Dave and Claudia began their journey into hybridizing daylilies by purchasing and planting 75 cultivars, a plant variety that has been produced in cultivation by selective breeding. The operation has grown, and this year they will be planting four to five thousand seedlings that they have cultivated in their mini indoor greenhouses. The hybrid process begins with selective pollination, which Claudia does by hand, and she is always pleased to invite garden clubs to the farm to demonstrate the procedure. She carefully chooses plants to cross-pollinate based on the parent plants’ individual characteristics and the desired outcome she is looking for in its offspring. Often, this crossbreeding happens between daylilies indigenous to the North with those from the South. The Southern varieties generally possess a greater range of colors with more elaborate flowers, while the Northern varieties are usually hardier. The challenge is to create the most beautiful flower possible while maintaining a hardiness suited to our sometimes unforgiving Northern climate. Claudia enjoys exploring the infinite possibilities inherent in the hybrid process. She transfers the
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pollen from the stamen of one parent plant to the pistil of the other parent plant. If and when the pollination takes, a pod will form at the base of the bloom. If the pod were to have 12 seeds, it would have 12 different genetic possibilities. Hybridization differs from genetic engineering in that hybridization is a natural process that is “helped along” by the hybridizer, who chooses the parent plants and manually pollinates them instead of leaving it to the whimsical chances of nature, whereas genetic engineering takes place in a lab and involves the transfer of DNA, sometimes between entirely different species, and in most cases produces an offspring that could never occur in nature. Once the seeds are harvested (50 to 60 days after pollination, but before the seeds spill from the pod), they are put into cold storage for six weeks—a period of dormancy required for the seeds to germinate. Then they are sealed in bags with a dilute hydrogen peroxide solution to begin the germination process. They are later planted in trays and placed in mini greenhouses. Claudia spends time trimming the seedlings in order to strengthen their roots, and then plants them outdoors in raised island beds by the end of May. Generally, seedlings take two or three years before they will bloom, but Claudia has had seedlings that have bloomed in their first year. Blooms tend to be in full force by mid July. Successful hybridization is a tedious process of record keeping and tagging plants, and requires immense attention to detail and constant evaluation to determine Claudia’s next steps in the creation process. Once a particular new variety of offspring is deemed successful, it is
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given a name and registered. You can tell by the names they have come up with that they have great fun deciding what the latest, greatest creation will be called. The names, appropriately, tend to remind one of titles given to famous paintings or thoroughbred horses. Claudia is striving to become one of the top hybridizers in the country, and she notes that over the past 30 years, through hybridization, there have been great advances in the colors, shapes, and textures of daylilies. She’s looking forward to what the future has in store and enjoys entering her work in competitions as well as working with students and other enthusiasts. SO METH I N G FOR EV ER YONE
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While daylilies have become the star of the show, Running Fox Farm also offers a wide variety of products too numerous for a full listing. A sampling includes including farm-fresh organic vegetables, local products and baked goods, herbs, organic vegetable seeds, annuals and perennials, shrubs, organic soaps, candles, homemade barbecue and pasta sauces, jams and jellies, floral arrangements— even photographic prints, artwork, and antiques! They also offer specialty products for those who follow gluten-free, vegan, or Paleo diets, and their product line is expanding to meet the needs and interests of the community. Claudia and Dave are happy to give you a tour. They ask that you give them a call at (603) 491-3617 before planning your visit to ensure that you come at an ideal time to see the many gardens in perfect bloom, or for an update on what’s fresh from the garden that day. For more details, visit runningfoxfarmnh.com. Running Fox Farm 576 Northwest Road Canterbury, NH (603) 496-8749 runningfoxnh@aol.com
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Above: Heavy equipment takes over the street in front of the State House. Right: Dips Frozen Yogurt owner/operating manager Nicolas Harriman steps outside amidst the construction.
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“What we’ve got here is failure to communicate.” That famous line of dialog from Cool Hand Luke is not likely to be heard between now and the conclusion of Concord’s ambitious Main Street Project, if city fathers have their way. As jackhammers rattle and dust flies, city planners are going out of their way to be sure merchants, customers, and residents are kept in the project’s loop, every step of the way. }
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Top: The construction crew checks their plans. Above: Paving begins near the corner of Main Street and Phenix Avenue.
To avoid any communication breakdowns, the city has retained the services of Louis Karno and Company Communications to exploit every medium possible to help minimize the inevitable inconveniences that come with a 10-milliondollar urban facelift. “(We’re using) Facebook, Twitter, and our newsletter that we send out every Friday going out to 650 people that directs people to our website. We have a Facebook page for our mascot, Digger the Tiger. People are doing a pretty good job of educating themselves,” says Alex McIntire of Louis Karno. Newspaper, radio, and TV are also covering the progress of the Main Street Project to round out the city’s carefully planned public information strategy. TI ME TO FRESH EN UP
Concord’s last major downtown improvements came about 25 years ago. Since then, every few years a study was commissioned for a Main Street renewal that
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never happened until now. The project began in March, and thanks to favorable spring weather, projected progress has been maintained and even been a little ahead at times, as the east side of North Main Street was to be completed in time for the Market Days Festival in late June. Completion of all phases is scheduled for mid November 2016. It all looked good on paper, but how would businesses and customers deal with the expected inconveniences that would arise? “We’re very excited about everything that’s happening downtown for us,” says Elyssa Paris, manager of Zoe & Company Professional Bra Fitters. “It’s been a very long time since anything’s been done. We’re looking forward to the changes plus what they’ll bring in terms of the ambience and vibe when you’re walking around. It’s just a short-term thing with the construction, so we know that in the end it’s going to pay off really well,” she adds. }
“We’re looking forward to the changes plus what they’ll bring in terms of the ambience and vibe when you’re walking around. It’s just a short-term thing with the construction, so we know that in the end it’s going to pay off really well.” — Elyssa Paris, manager of Zoe & Company Professional Bra Fitters
Clockwise from left: Watch your step as work on the sidewalk continues in front of the Barley House. The sign lets customers know that “We Are Open.” Elyssa Paris of Zoe & Company Professional Bra Fitters with Alex McIntire and Mike Morin. Concord’s historic brick buildings provide a lovely backdrop for this piece of equipment.
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Severino Trucking Company is the contractor creating Main Street’s new look. Tim Schaaff, project superintendent charged with keeping his eye on the blueprints as well as on workers and machinery, has seen this all before, having given new looks to downtowns in Newmarket, Somersworth, and Portsmouth. An informed public makes his challenging job easier.
Top: Vehicles have access to driving and parking on the street in front of Joe King’s while work goes on. Above: Mike Morin meets Tim Schaaff, project superintendent for Severino Trucking Company, the project construction company. Right: Janine Lep, manager of the League of NH Craftsmen Fine Craft Gallery in Concord.
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“The PR is crucial. Getting all the residents, all the merchants to know your daily operations—maybe not day-to-day but generally the week’s look ahead. It’s so important that people feel a part of it and know what to expect, so they can plan their own schedules around it,” says Tim. He adds that pedestrians have been rolling with the inconveniences daily. “They’ve (pedestrians) been phenomenal and very conscientious about our equipment. They make eye contact with us. We change their crosswalks daily, so they are finding their way around. They’ve been really generous. A lot of them have offered lunches and breakfasts, and the merchants here are excellent.” GETTI N G ON BOA R D
While a vast majority of merchants are on board to varying degrees, Alex McIntire admits it took some time for a few to buy into the plan. “When we were in the planning stages, there was a pretty mixed sentiment,” he says. “Some were for it;
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Left: A new curb winds through a maze of cones. Below: Mike chats with Michael St. Germain, owner of Concord Photo Service.
some were a little leery of it. Once it started, people got more excited about it. People started to understand and see that it was a project that Concord needs, that it’s going to be worth it in the end. Once good plans came out and were solidified, they were definitely more excited.” One merchant who took a bit of time to warm up to the Main Street Project was Janine Lep, manager of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Concord Fine Craft Gallery, also on North Main. “I wasn’t a believer (laughs), not until I kind of got into it a little bit. I’m still a little bit leery of what my sales are going to be. It’s not as messy as I thought
it would be. I’m going to be optimistic. I believe that if you can just put up with it for a little bit longer, it might be bringing you better business in another year or so. Or even sooner,” says Janine. Generally positive but expressing a few reservations is Michael St. Germain, owner of Concord Photo Service, where construction is about to get underway. “In the beginning it was like, ‘Gosh, is this really going to work?’ Look, Main Street needs a facelift. No one’s going to deny that. I think it’s going to be really pretty when it’s done.” He takes a wait-and-see view of whether or not the new look will bring new dollars. “If it’s not growth, it cersummer 2015 | around concord 51
tainly will be a betterment of Main Street. It certainly needed a facelift; it was getting dull. We needed new trees; we needed new amenities. There’s no doubt that’s all going to change with this new construction.” Michael, who’s been here for decades, lauded the communication campaign to keep everyone informed. “They’ve done a terrific job of maintaining communication with the merchants and the people here,” he admits. “There’s no doubt about that. I was
here during the Resource Separation Project (early 1970s); in those days, they didn’t tell you squat about what was going on. We certainly know what’s going on now.” A DRI VE-TO I N STEAD O F A DRI VE-TH RO UGH D ESTI N ATI ON
Among the public’s concern was the plan to reduce Main Street’s four lanes to two with a cobblestone median. As time has passed, merchants and pedestrians alike
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understand the safety advantage of the redesign, according to Alex. “It’s going to be much more comfortable when you’re driving, and it’s going to be safer for pedestrians. Drivers will be able to see what’s going on.” Gretchen Peters, the familiar face of Puppy Love Hot Dogs, agrees with Alex on the safety upgrade. “I see how fast people drive on Main Street every day, and the two lanes will help prevent people from speeding and watching out for pedestrians,” she says. Aside from safety, there is another reason two lanes are good for business, according to Alex. “With four lanes, it kind of makes it (the downtown) almost a drive-through highway. Two lanes make Concord a drive-to destination.” Increased walking space bump-outs mean more space for sidewalk displays and sales, and more outdoor restaurant seating. Elyssa Paris at Zoe & Company sees a whole new mind-set for patrons of downtown Concord’s shops. “There are a lot of businesses here that are working really hard to create that sort of environment where people want to come downtown and hang out, and to have a little bit more of a hip vibe. This is going to be the big cap on that, that cherry on the sundae,” says Elyssa.
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Old Story Farm Bed & Breakfast Inn ANTIQUE COMFORTS, MODERN AMENITIES
Built around 1760, the Old Story Farm Bed & Breakfast Inn in Hopkinton, New Hampshire, is a well-loved treasure. The house has grown over time with additions in 1820 and again in the early 1930s. Through its long history, it has been a farm, a fresh-air camp for inner-city children, a boarding house, a dairy, a family home, and now a bed and breakfast. The large post-and-beam house and expansive grounds offer guests a fascinating journey back in time. Beautifully furnished, the house is filled with
antiques, fine linens, and soft rugs for bare feet on a chilly morning. Listen to the birds and sip your morning coffee on the screened porch. Spend the afternoon exploring the many stone walls and the farm’s natural beauty. Dogs are welcome, so bring your best friend with you. On hot summer days, cool off with a dip in the pool. Challenge your friends to a game of billiards over evening cocktails. Or, for some quiet time, cozy up with a book in the keeping room or one of the farmhouse’s many nooks and
crannies. There is free Wi-Fi, decent cell phone coverage, and a television room if you need to stay connected to the outside world. With only five guest rooms, you will want to book early. A CO UPL E WITH A V IS ION
Jennifer and John Balkus bought the farm from their neighbors in the fall of 2013. Instead of moving into the big old farmhouse, the Balkuses continue to live in what was the farmhand’s house next door. With day jobs at their law firm in
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Concord, a bed and breakfast provides an endless outlet for the couple’s favorite hobbies and interests. An architectural designer in an earlier life and handyman extraordinaire, John took charge of the renovations. It was no easy task to turn the large family home into a bed and breakfast. Painters and heating installers were called in to help with the repairs and upgrades, but John took care of all plumbing and carpentry work. Bathrooms were added and remodeled, chimneys were cleaned, ceilings were repaired, and new paint was applied everywhere, inside and out. Remarkably, with the exception of some regrettable wallpaper dating back to 1963, the old farmhouse had retained many original features and details. After the painting and updates were complete, it was Jennifer’s turn to take the lead. Furnishing and decorating the large old house allowed her to pursue one of her favorite interests, interior design. She combined the old and the new to create a warm and welcoming home away from home for their guests. Every detail was considered, from the terrycloth robes to the goat’s milk soap, to enhance the guest experience. BRE A KFA S T, A G R AN D AF F AI R
Martha and Doug Johnson were delighted with their recent stay. Martha grew up in the house and was thrilled with the renovations. “It was
incredible to step inside after so many years,” she says. “The restoration is spot on. The beds are great, very comfortable, and the new bathrooms are terrific. Jennifer and John have taken care of every detail.” Longtime residents of Hopkinton, the Johnsons now divide their time between Nantucket and Florida. Martha says, “We can’t wait to go back. We still have many friends in the area and plan to visit often.” For many B&B owners, buying an inn is the realization of a lifelong dream. That is not the case with Jennifer and John. Avid foodies, they have a keen interest in the farm to table movement. Jennifer says, “This adventure began with a dream of having a sustainable farm. We wanted to provide the community with locally grown and prepared food. Turning the house into an inn helps make farming the land a reality.” Jennifer and John are both enthusiastic cooks, and breakfast is a grand affair at the Old Story Farm Inn. Cooking lets the attorneys explore their creative side. “It’s a wonderful outlet. We both love to cook and always try to surpass our guests’ expectations with really good food,” says Jennifer. Their specialties include baked eggs Florentine, blueberry pancakes, crème fraiche panna cotta with fresh berries, and egg strudel. Martha attests, “The breakfasts are wonderful. The food was fantastic and, if anything, the portions were generous to a fault.” }
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1. Catch up with the day’s events or watch a movie before the media room’s hearth. 2. Rustic but elegant decor makes guests’ comfort a priority. 3. Jennifer’s homemade almond biscotti awaits arriving guests. 4. The owners take a breather. 5. In warmer months, the screened porch is the perfect spot to relax and reflect after a busy day out and about. 6. There’s something elemental about spending a chilly night sleeping in front of a roaring fire. 7. Formerly part of the servants’ quarters, the 1930s Suite is a guest favorite. 8. The library offers guests a quiet place to read. In cooler weather, a cheery fire makes it hard to leave this spot. 9. Breakfast on the farm is a serious undertaking. 10. Guests can enjoy an afternoon game of billiards in the keeping room. 11. Fruit salad awaits. 12. This farmhouse’s baths are like no one else’s!
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This summer will be a busy one for the husband and wife team. The inn is filling up fast with visitors, plus they have many new projects planned. Their first batch of baby chicks arrived this spring. Jennifer says, “We are looking forward to having our own farm-fresh eggs on the breakfast table. We haven’t yet decided which, but we’ll add a cow or a goat in the future.” With seven acres, the longtime gardeners see many opportunities. Excited by the prospects, Jennifer and John will be hard at work this summer expanding the gardens. Guests will enjoy the fruits and vegetables of their labor at breakfast as well as new and improved flower beds. Longer term, they plan to open a farm stand on the property with fresh produce and home-baked goods. Jennifer also hopes to attract future brides and grooms to the farm. She says, “There are several spots on the farm that would be perfect for a wedding.” Martha would agree; she was married on the lawn when her family owned the property. Jennifer and John love being innkeepers. John says, “We are attorneys by profession, which means we frequently operate in an adversarial environment. The inn is a wonderful change. Our guests have all been great. They are such interesting people with fascinating stories to share. It is an absolute pleasure.” In the past year, their guests have included photographers, engineers, a geologist, artists, and a chef on Air Force Two. Looking back on their stay, both Johnsons are brimming with superlatives. Martha sums it up: “It was a wonderful experience. Jennifer and John are incredibly thoughtful hosts. Thomas Wolfe was wrong. You can go home again.” Old Story Farm Bed & Breakfast Inn 11 Hopkins Green Road Hopkinton, NH www.oldstoryfarm.com Contact Jennifer and John by phone at (603) 7152010 or by email at stay@oldstoryfarm.com. Rooms start at $129; pets are $25 per night; wine and beer license, plus free Wi-Fi. For availability and to book online, visit www.oldstoryfarm.com.
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SCIENCE CAMP FUELS THEIR CURIOSITY A team of young scientists ascends a ravine carved by meltwater at the end of the Ice Age. They cross fungus-covered pines and birches fallen across the creek. With nets they collect minnows, crayfish, and salamanders for the classroom aquarium. It’s summer. They are voluntarily going to school. Frank and Wendy Harrison founded the Science and Nature Explorations boot camp for middle
school kids last year in their solar-powered home in Chichester, New Hampshire. They take turns being lead teacher and helper. Frank also teaches chemistry and biology at Concord High School, and Wendy teaches fifth grade at Broken Ground Elementary School in Concord. Their main classroom comprises 100 acres of woods with two beaver ponds. }
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“The research shows kids learn best when they have this kind of green time.” “It’s a synergy we both enjoy,” says Frank. “Planning a lesson together makes you bolder if the class bogs down. You know you can make it work because both people thought it was a good idea.” In a related program, Frank and his son Kyle teach kayaking on the Merrimack River. Paddlers age 13 and older learn balance and capsize recovery in calm water. They progress to the class two rapids amid the boulders of the former Sewalls Falls Dam. LE S S O NS I N N AT U R E
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pickerel that can’t figure out how to swim out the same way they swam in, and then slide them into a bucket of pond water. After studying the fish, they’ll return them to the pond. A snapping turtle with an eight-inch-diameter shell waits where the kids found it yesterday. That shows it’s territorial. They drop a captured frog in front of it, and in a nanosecond, the reptile’s jaws suck the amphibian into a black hole. The kids record the kill with a cell phone. They gaze at the beaver lodge and the herons. A hawk turns and turns in a slow primeval glide. Dragonflies dart among reeds. Greg finds a clam hiding among submerged leaves. “It looks like a rock,” he says, “but it stuck its foot out to move.” Later the kids project their amazing video of the turtle onto a screen, freezing the moment of death four feet tall to prove it really happened. That same turtle lurks in a glass cage, still as a crocodile. The kids found a huge one last week, watched it in silence for half an hour, and left it undisturbed. The beak was as big as two fists.
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Karen McCormick teaches art across the hall from Wendy at Broken Ground School and has a son at the camp. “Iain went through an ocean phase and did a lot of tidal pooling,” Karen says. “The research shows kids learn best when they have this kind of green time.” Julia places her snake trap in a pile of rubber hoses at the edge of the backyard, where her prey can hide from hawks. A trail of mouse droppings is the bait. In this moldy habitat, she finds a tan-colored snail with two enormous feelers. Frank stands the kids along the shadow line of the house to help them think like a gastropod. “Close your eyes and step back into the shadow,” he directs. “Now step forward. All a snail needs to see is light and dark so it can stay moist and breathe through its skin like a frog.” Tyler sketches and writes about the snail in his journal, the way Charles Darwin did in the Galapagos Islands. }
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“The eye spots are at the end of the antennae,” Tyler records. “It senses light and dark because in sunlight it dries up and suffocates.” At the end of the day, Tyler says the camp is so much better than regular school. “I hate to sit still all day. You never get to go into a stream.” Julia’s journal reads, “I can jump 1.9 times my length. A frog jumps 8.5 times its length. That’s more than three times as far as me.” The group spent an afternoon measuring those distances, just to be sure. L EARN I N G FR OM TEA M WOR K
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The Call of Duty AN EXECUTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES The death of a loved one brings with it responsibility to the surviving family members to sort out and finalize the decedent’s affairs. If the decedent died “testate,” that means the person had a valid will in place at the time of death. If he or she died “intestate,” then the decedent died without a will. In either case, someone must take responsibility for winding up the decedent’s affairs. That “someone”—usually called an executor or an administrator—is appointed by and must report to the probate court. If the decedent had a will, that document names the person that the decedent wanted
to serve as executor. If the named person can’t or won’t serve, or if the decedent died intestate, someone else must ask the probate court to appoint her or him as the executor of the decedent’s estate. WH ERE TO BEGI N ?
The executor’s role can be defined pretty simply: She must locate and preserve the decedent’s assets, pay his final debts and expenses, and then distribute the remaining property to the decedent’s heirs. Not surprisingly, serving as executor can be much more difficult
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and time consuming than this simple explanation might lead you to believe. When the estate is large or complicated, or if the heirs do not get along, being the executor can be very difficult indeed. For most people, the duties of an executor are totally unfamiliar, and they don’t even know how to begin the process. In New Hampshire, an executor is not required to have an attorney, but this is not true in every state. Regardless, consulting a lawyer is probably a good place to start, no matter where the decedent lived. Even if an estate is uncomplicated and the heirs are getting along, a layperson executor might not think of or consider various issues that could have significant consequences down the road. For example, the tax laws impose on an executor personal liability for the decedent’s unpaid income and gift taxes. In other words, if you are the executor, and the decedent “forgot” to pay any of his taxes before he died, then your personal assets may be at risk to pay those taxes if you don’t administer the estate correctly. No one wants the IRS to repossess their station wagon because they were trying to do a good deed and administer the estate of Uncle Kenny the Tax Evader. Any attorney’s fees incurred in administering an estate are payable out of the estate, so hiring a lawyer shouldn’t cost the executor any money personally. In addition, an executor is entitled to reasonable compensation for her efforts. However, everyone’s fees—both the lawyer’s and the executor’s—are subject to the approval of the probate court. ON L I N E RESOURCES
If you’re the adventurous type and want to try to administer an estate without hiring a lawyer, the New Hampshire Bar Association has published a handbook titled Administering an Estate that is designed to help people carry out their duties as an executor. The handbook is available for free at www.courts.state.nh.us/probate/ adminestate.pdf. There are also online tools and resourc62 find around concord at www.aroundconcordnh.com
es for this purpose. EstateExec.com, for example, provides tools that are intended to help simplify the estate administration process. These online resources can be helpful to establish a tracking system for a decedent’s estate but do not offer other resources that can be invaluable during the estate administration process, such as legal advice or common sense. They also don’t provide coverage for all possible situations (or even all of the common situations). CAL L FO R BACKUP
An online resource also won’t help you manage your unruly siblings who are demanding their fair share of Mom’s estate (estate administration lawyers call these the “How Much and When” phone calls and generally are better at fielding them than a family-member executor because they don’t have to sit next to the siblings at holiday dinners). Most people are surprised to learn that an estate—even a pretty uncomplicated one—often takes 12 to 18 months to administer. Managing the beneficiaries’ expectations regarding the amount and timing of distributions can be a big part of the executor’s job. If you’re named as the executor of a decedent’s estate, it’s probably a good idea to pay a lawyer for an hour of his time in order to get a road map of your specific situation, and then you can decide whether you think you can handle the administration on your own or if you need additional help from an attorney. If you don’t know how to find a lawyer, the best place to start is by asking for referrals from people you know or contacting the New Hampshire Bar Association’s Lawyer Referral Service. Serving as an executor can be challenging. If you accept the challenge, either as a way to do a final favor for a loved one or out of a sense of obligation, you should think of it as a professional duty. Patience, organization, and the ability to manage multiple beneficiaries with competing interests will be valuable tools in fulfilling that duty.
A Modern Twist on the Traditional Tavern Menu
The Number 5 Tavern
Before the town was incorporated, Hopkinton, New Hampshire, was known simply as Number 5. Fast-forward 250 years, and you will find Number 5 has been reincarnated as The Number 5 Tavern. Just off I-89, Exit 4, they’re open daily for lunch and dinner as well as brunch on Sunday. The Number 5 Tavern puts a modern twist on the traditional tavern menu with locally sourced meats, fish, and produce as well as microbrews and spirits from around the state. Take a lakeside seat on the deck or in the dining room, or hang out downstairs and enjoy Tavern favorites including Mac ’n 5 Cheese and The Number 5 Reuben. $$
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Dining & Entertainment Guide
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The Barley House
132 North Main Street, Concord, NH (603) 228-6363 The Barley House Restaurant & Tavern is Concord’s choice for top-notch food, microbrews, and Irish whiskey. The Barley House features upscale tavern food in a comfortable upbeat atmosphere. Located in historic downtown Concord. $$ Open daily; closed Sunday. www.barleyhouse.com
Angelina’s Ristorante Italiano 11 Depot Street, Concord, NH (603) 228-3313 Angelina’s is a chef-owned restaurant located in downtown Concord featuring fi ne Italian dining. The menu has many choices such as delicious seafood, veal, pasta specialties, and house-made desserts plus an extensive wine list. Reservations are recommended. $$$ www.angelinasrestaurant.com
Capital Deli
2 Capital Plaza, Concord, NH (603) 228-2299 With their home-style cooking, Capital Deli offers a full breakfast as well as a variety of homemade soups, sandwiches, quiche, salads, and much more. Capital Deli also offers catering throughout Concord. $ Mon–Fri 7am–3pm www.capitaldelillc.com
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Granite Restaurant & Bar
Hanover Street Chophouse
Arnie’s Place
Ichiban Japanese Steakhouse/ Sushi Bar & Lounge
96 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH (603) 227-9000 Ext. 608 Concord’s creative and exciting dining alternative, offering off-site catering. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday brunch. Superb food and exquisite service put the “special” in your special occasion. $$$ www.graniterestaurant.com
164 Loudon Road, Concord, NH (603) 228-3225 A Favorite Family Destination! Smoke-cooked barbecue, char-grilled burgers and dogs, and handmade ice creams. Tuesday night classic car show. We cater cookouts, barbecues, and ice cream parties. Open seven days a week. $ Summer hours are 11am to 10pm. www.arniesplace.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. $$ www.number5tavern.com
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149 Hanover Street, Manchester, NH (603) 644-2467 Enjoy fi ne dining at this exquisite downtown Manchester steakhouse featuring an urban-style bar, award-winning wine list, steaks, chops, fresh fi sh, and a variety of seafood. $$$ www.hanoverstreetchophouse.com
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
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Concord City Auditorium 2 Prince Street Concord, NH (603) 228-2793 www.concordcityauditorium.org
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McGowan Fine Art 10 Hills Avenue Concord, NH (603) 225–2515 www.mcgowanfineart.com
The Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Garden 36 Hopkinton Road Concord, NH (603) 226-2046 www.themillbrookgallery.com
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JULY July 2 Home Herbalist Series: Herbs for Digestion Wintergreen Botanicals, www.wintergreenbotanicals.com, 6–9pm July 2–September 3, Thursdays Jazz at Sunset Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 5:30pm July 6 Life of a Pond Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 10am
August 14–October 11 Exhibit: New Artists Painting and Sculpture Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Garden August 26–October 1 Exhibit: A Lady’s Day Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org September 8–October 9 Exhibit: Adelaide Murphy Tyrol Opening reception: September 11, 5–7pm McGowan Fine Art
Opening Night—JULY 9 Dvořák in America—JULY 16 The Four Seasons—JULY 23 OZ with Orchestra—JULY 27 Composer Portrait: Nico Muhly—JULY 30 Season Finale: Festival Orchestra & Chorus—AUGUST 6 Chamber Music Series Music in the Mountains ...and much more!
July 6–10 Summer Camp: Let’s Go to Mars! McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, www.starhop.com, 9–11am July 6–September 7 Acoustic Night Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 5:30pm July 7 Puss in Boots Capitol Center for the Arts, 11am July 8–August 26, Wednesdays Wellness Wednesdays Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org
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July 11 Skin Care from the Garden: Oils, Salves, Cream & Lip Balm Wintergreen Botanicals, www.wintergreenbotanicals.com, 10am–3pm
July 10–11 How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
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July 11 Antique & Classic Automobile Event Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 10am
July 13–17 Summer Camp: What’s the Code? McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, www.starhop.com, 9am–3pm July 14, August 11 Stargazing Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 8pm July 14 Arabian Nights Capitol Center for the Arts, 11am July 16 Home Herbalist Series: Herbs for Blood Sugar Balance & Weight Loss/ First Aid/Salves Wintergreen Botanicals, www.wintergreenbotanicals. com, 6–9pm July 17 Fundraising Gala Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 6:30pm
t The Emperor’s New Clothes, July 28 Capitol Center for the Arts, 11am
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July 17–18 Disney’s Peter Pan, Jr. Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm July 20 Life of a Horse Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 10am July 20–24 Summer Camp: 3–2–1 Blastoff! McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, www.starhop.com, 9am–3pm July 21 The Three Little Pigs Capitol Center for the Arts, 11am
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July 27–31 Summer Camp: It’s All About the Sun McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, www.starhop.com, 1–3pm July 28 The Emperor’s New Clothes Capitol Center for the Arts, 11am
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July 31–August 1 Legally Blonde, Jr. Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm
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August 13 Home Herbalist Series: Herbs for Allergies, Colds & Flu/Elder Syrup Wintergreen Botanicals, www.wintergreen botanicals.com, 6–9pm
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t The Wiggles, September 19 Capitol Center for the Arts, 1pm
August 16 New Hampshire Furniture Masters Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 5:30pm August 17 Insect Investigation Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 10am August 20 Home Herbalist Series: Herbs for the Reproductive System/ Natural Bodycare
Wintergreen Botanicals, www.wintergreenbotanicals.com, 6–9pm August 24 Fern Identification Castle in the Clouds, www.castleintheclouds.org, 10am
SEPTEMBER September 9 Everyman Capitol Center for the Arts, 6pm
September 11 Martha Redbone Roots Project Capitol Center for the Arts, 7pm September 17 Lauren Rainbow: An Evening with Spirit Capitol Center for the Arts, 7:30pm September 19 The Wiggles Capitol Center for the Arts, 1pm
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Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer’s day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time. —John Lubbock
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