42 | Putnam’s Vine/Yard Wine bar with a twist.
54 | Sanctuary Farm and Ice Cream Stand
A gathering place to enjoy life’s simple pleasures.
by64 | Hole in One!
Local golfers purchase Newport Golf Club. by Mark Aiken
72 | Five Favorite Hikes in the Adirondacks
Explore some new favorites. by Lisa Ballard
84 | Peter Anderson
Painting a different type of landscape.
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That may be a thing in the tropics, but it’s certainly not the case for residents of New Hampshire and Vermont. But—play along with me for a minute. If we were to pack every day with outdoor activities, sporting events, galleries, shopping, sightseeing, and picnics, couldn’t we make the season seem longer? Jamming 12 months’ worth of activities and experiences into 90 or 100 days would expand our summer, wouldn’t it? I’m going to try it. How about you? Get your calendar and start penciling in dates now.
This issue has lots of ideas for summertime fun. Start by checking out the Newport Golf Club, which was recently purchased by a group of local investors who love the game and play the scenic course regularly (page 64). Many improvements are being made, and we wish them a fabulous season!
Before heading out for hiking, biking, swimming, or running, visit Omer and Bob’s (page 92). Breck Taber and his experienced staff can outfit you with whatever sporting goods you may need. For fun short excursions in the area, our Day Trippers listing offers lots to see and do close to home (page 62). If you’re looking for a weekend getaway, take in some new views with Lisa Ballard as she guides us on five favorite hikes in the Adirondacks (page 72).
When it’s time to relax, head to Putnam’s Vine/Yard in White River Junction (page 42) for wine flights in a historic setting. Owner Kelsey Rush has transformed a former railroad yard building into an eclectic oasis. Bring a friend or a date soon! Continue celebrating the season with homemade ice cream from Sanctuary Dairy Farm (page 54). It’s just not summer without our favorite frozen, creamy treat. The highlight of the season for many is the Fourth of July (page 36). Celebrate your freedom at one of the many concerts and fireworks displays in the Upper Valley.
Keep filling in events on your calendar! Make the most of every day—it will make summer last longer. Enjoy!
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Mark is an award-winning writer and photographer and the author of a Falcon Guide entitled Hiking Fire Lookouts New England. He lives in Richmond, Vermont, with his wife, two kids, dog, two cats, and ten chickens.
Lisa Ballard, WRITER AND PHOTOGRAPHER
A full-time freelance writer and photographer, Lisa is a graduate of Dartmouth College who resided in the Upper Valley for another 25 years. She is the author of ten books, including Best Hikes with Dogs: New Hampshire and Vermont, Hiking the White Mountains, and Hiking the Green Mountains. She covers all types of outdoor recreation, travel, and conservation topics for over 25 magazines. www.LisaBallardOutdoors.com
Lars Blackmore, PHOTOGRAPHER
Originally from Denmark, Lars has worked as a photojournalist since the early 1990s, covering everything from concerts to war zones for the Associated Press, Save the Children, and others. He now lives in Norwich, Vermont, with his wife and spends time between assignments on the trails across northern New England.
Anne Richter Arnold, WRITER
Anne is a writer and journalist who shares her passion for wine through her blog, tasting events, and educational classes. She is also working on her first novel, a psychological thriller set in New Hampshire. In her free time, she enjoys world travel, playing the piano, hiking, kayaking, and creating wonderful meals to pair with wine. She makes her home on the Seacoast with her husband, dogs, cats, and chickens.
Katherine P. Cox, WRITER Kathy is a freelance writer and former writer and editor for The Keene Sentinel in Keene, New Hampshire. Her work has also appeared in Vermont’s Local Banquet, So Vermont Arts & Living, Monadnock Small Business Journal, and the anthology Beyond the Notches: Stories of Place in New Hampshire’s North Country. She was also a writer and producer for Captured Light Studio, Inc., a video and interactive production company in Keene.
Kevin Harkins, PHOTOGRAPHER
Kevin is a Lowell, Massachusetts, native and a graduate of the Art Institute of Boston. He has lived in southern New Hampshire for the past 25 years. Kevin has worked as an independent commercial photographer for more than 30 years, specializing in people, product, and publicity photography. His real love is editorial photography and traveling throughout New England capturing the local scene of food, culture, and that special character. You can see more of his work at www.harkinsphotography.com.
In March, Rob McGregor began his role as executive director of LISTEN, which has been providing food, heating, and housing assistance to the Upper Valley community since 1972.
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The staff here at Mountain View Publishing is very excited to announce that we’ve been awarded the Upper Valley Business Alliance Leadership Award for Small Business of the Year. The Leadership Awards recognize nine businesses or organizations who demonstrate extraordinary business practices or leadership in the community.
“Our award recipients and nominees are truly reflective of the Upper Valley communities,” says Tracy Hutchins, executive director of the Upper Valley Business Alliance. UVBA’s membership is comprised of businesses and organizations from all over the Upper Valley region—both large and small— as well as many nonprofit organizations.
More than 950 people voted for the 2023 award recipients, which are Innovator of the Year: Joe Clifford, Executive Director, Lebanon Opera House
Large Business of the Year: Geokon
Small Business of the Year: Mountain View Publishing
Young Professional of the Year: Dawn Archambeault, Co-Op Food Stores
Retail/Hospitality Business of the Year: Stateline Sports
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Volunteer of the Year: Nickolas Newsome, volunteer for LISTEN Community Services
Bob Frisch, owner of Mountain View Publishing, Small Business of the Year Award winner, says, “We feel very fortunate to have been in business in the Upper Valley since 1989. From radio to publishing, it’s been a great run and a pleasure being a part of our vibrant community.”
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It doesn’t get more refreshing than crunching into a cool cucumber on a hot day. Whether enjoyed in a salad, pickled, or straight from the garden, cucumbers are not only delicious but also offer major health benefits. This low-calorie fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!) is packed with fiber, vitamins A, K, and C, potassium, and calcium. Its high water content aids digestion, helps relieve joint pain, and regulates body temperature. The plant compounds in cucumbers are also linked to heart health and cancer prevention. So slice them into salads, blend them into smoothies, dip them in hummus, and eat them raw during National Cucumber month and all year long.
June 27 is National Women’s Fly-Fishing Day. There’s no shortage of gorgeous fishing spots throughout the Upper Valley, and whether you’d like to learn how to fish or are an experienced angler, Mike Blatt, the only Hanover-based fishing guide who is licensed with New Hampshire Fish and Game, would be happy to take you out for the day. Through his company, TBC Guides, Matt takes out guests of all levels of experience and offers full- and half-day trips. He’ll teach you how to cast, how to reel a fishing reel, how to set a hook, and how to net a fish. He even offers threeday overnight fishing tips on the Connecticut river during the summer. To learn more, visit tbcguides.fish.
June is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, and it’s important to be aware of what you can do to preserve your eyesight. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, glaucoma, a group of diseases that damage the optic nerve and can result in vision loss and blindness, affects about three million Americans and is the second leading cause of blindness worldwide. There are often no early symptoms, which is why 50 percent of people with glaucoma don’t know they have it. While there is no cure for glaucoma, you can reduce your risk.
1. Get regular comprehensive dilated eye exams. Your eye doctor will recommend how often to return for exams.
2. Maintain a healthy weight, control blood pressure, avoid smoking, and stay physically active.
3. Eat a healthy diet rich in a variety of antioxidants and other nutrients. Research finds that people who consume high amounts of vitamins
A, C, and E through supplements and food are less likely to develop glaucoma.
The United States 50-star flag was flown for the first time on July 4, 1960.
Ceramic planters hold more heat than wooden ones, and they also subject the plant’s roots to greater temperature fluctuations. For a more stable environment, choose wood, which will often result in superior growth and flowering.
Painting offers much more than a fun activity for children—it helps them express emotions, convey their ideas, use their senses, explore color, and improve their focus. July 10 to 13, children ages 10 and up can join local artist Debbie Campbell at The Fells for a four-day workshop on the essentials of watercolor painting. Students will learn techniques and express their creativity while learning about color, composition, and perspective. For more information, call (603) 763-4789 ext.3 and visit thefells.org.
Corn may be the quintessential summer veggie, and it’s at peak deliciousness this time of year. As tasty as it is tossed into salads and soups, corn may be best eaten right off the cob with a little butter. Here are a few tips for buying, cooking, and eating corn on the cob:
It’s tempting to purchase preshucked, shrinkwrapped corn, but it’s best to buy it in the husks, which prevent the kernels from drying out. Husks should be bright green and wrapped tightly around the kernels.
For perfectly boiled corn, fill a large pot with water until it’s about halfway full and then bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Season generously with salt—this is important! It will season the corn and bring out its natural sweetness.
Gently lower shucked corn into the boiling water with tongs. Don’t overcrowd the pot; it’s best to cook about four cobs at a time so they cook evenly.
Boil until bright yellow and crisp-tender, about four to five minutes. Remove from the water with tongs and serve warm.
Brush the corn with butter and season with a pinch of salt and pepper for simple perfection!
On August 14 (and every day), show your favorite bookshop some love. This “holiday” was created by the Australian Booksellers Association to recognize and promote everything that contributes to the success of small bookstores around the country. It fosters a national love of books and encourages people to read and support their local brick-and-mortar bookshop
Whether you love the Yankee Bookshop in Woodstock or Norwich Bookstore, Left Bank Books, or Still North Books & Bar in Hanover—or all of them—visit often, attend their events, and buy books! The staff at these stores are friendly, knowledgeable, and ready to help you find what you’re looking for, find what you didn’t know you were looking for, or simply talk books.
August 16 to 20 is a great time to show how much we appreciate our local farmers—not to mention the delicious fruits and veggies in season during late summer. Here are just a few farmers’ markets to check out around the Upper Valley:
Enfield: Second and fourth Saturdays through October 14, 10am to 1pm. Huse Park, 308 Route 4. enfield.nh.us/parks-recreation
Lebanon: Thursdays through September 28, 4 to 7pm. Colburn Park, 51 North Park Street. lebanonfarmersmarket.org
Newport: Fridays through September 29, 3 to 6pm. Town Common, North Main Street. newportfarmersmarketnh.com
Sunapee: Saturdays through September 7, 9am to 12pm. Ben Mere Park, Lake Avenue and Burkehaven Hill Road. sunapeefarmersmarket.com
JOIN IN THE FESTIVITIES THIS SUMMER
“In the current era, as in every era in American history, it’s critical to recognize that as many celebrate the freedom represented by the Fourth of July, many others did not enjoy that freedom for decades or even centuries later,” says Lebanon historian Nicole Ford Burley.
Lebanon’s daylong Fourth of July celebration gets off to an early start with the annual Red, White, and Blue 6.2 race along the city’s scenic rail trail. Dozens of runners, choosing either the 5 or 10K, take their marks at 9am.
Two hours later, the ceremony moves to Colburn Park for a reading of the stirring speech abolitionist leader Frederick Douglass gave in 1852: “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?”
Bring your furry friend and your best dance moves to enjoy great food and community while celebrating our freedom.
“In the current era, as in every era in American history, it’s critical to recognize that as many celebrate the freedom represented by the Fourth of July, many others did not enjoy that freedom for decades or even centuries later,” says Lebanon historian Nicole Ford Burley.
In past years, as many as a hundred people have attended the reading, many mingling afterward in the park until the food vendors arrive, usually around 5pm. “Usually four or five [vendors], including Caribbean Kitchen, serve up their specialties,” says Kristine Flythe, the recreation coordinator with Lebanon’s Recreation, Arts, and Parks Department, which organizes the city’s July Fourth events. “People bring their own chairs and blankets and meet up with neighbors. It’s all about community spirit.”
Around 7pm, the Flames arrive. The four-man cover band plays toe-tapping music from the ’50s through the ’80s. People kick up their heels until it’s time to head to West Park Street to watch the fireworks from the sidewalk, or to Church Street, which is closed to vehicular traffic. The best views are from the Storrs Hill ski lodge. The light show usually starts around 9:30pm.
While fireworks have changed with the times—some modern displays even show smiley faces in the sky—there’s an age-old art to keeping an audience transfixed, says Kristine. “We always ask for as colorful a show as possible, and consistency of timing is key. You don’t want too many time gaps between bursts.”
Independence Day kicks off a festive summer in Colburn Park, with free concerts on Monday and Thursday nights, and children’s activities on Thursday afternoons. For more information, visit the Lebanon Recreation, Arts, and Parks website, lebanonnh.gov. y
WINE
Putnam’s Vine/Yard is one of a kind—a combination wine shop, wine bar, plant shop, and “vine school.” It is a place to catch up with friends, try a new wine, or work on a DIY plant project. It’s the brainchild of owner Kelsey Rush, who was inspired by her time in California and wanted to bring a very special experience to the Upper Valley for other wine lovers to enjoy.
“I started visiting vineyards and trying more wines while living in the San Francisco Bay Area. I was a member of a book group (where we read feminist literature) and I hosted the holiday party in 2017. I wanted to do a wine-tasting party with wines made by female winemakers; that’s when I realized how amazing women winemakers are. The story of Veuve Clicquot, Heidi Barrett, and Cathy Corison were my hooks into the stories in the bottles,” Kelsey says.
Wines are available by the glass and bottle in the bar, and there is a shop with curated wines, plants, and finds from local artists.
“While drinking at the vineyard with the owners of Windy Oaks in the Santa Cruz Mountains, I realized how powerful the whole experience was with wine. It wasn’t just how it tasted. I can’t even remember the tasting notes. But I remember the weather, view, breeze, smells, grapes, patio, conversation, games, vineyards, walk, barn, EVERYTHING.”
Kelsey continues, “After completing the Intro Sommelier course with the Court of Masters, I started looking for places I could go with my friends and also for date nights—a place to go and try new wines, learn about what I was drinking (I call it educational drinking!), and have a full sensory/ambiance experience that paired with the wine.”
She realized the Upper Valley was missing a wine bar. Kelsey decided to create the ideal hang-out spot for indoor and outdoor wine drinking: Putnam’s Vine/Yard. She found that White River Junction was the perfect spot for her dream to come true.
“I’ve lived in the Upper Valley in my 10s, late teens, early 20s, late 30s, and now early 40s,” says Kelsey. “White River Junction is such a hub for fun things going on in the Upper Valley— food, music, theater, arts, shops. The downtown is absolutely charming. It’s a really supportive community to try something creative.”
Kelsey says that when she walked into the converted Freight Yard space, she knew that she had found a perfect canvas in a perfect town. “I love the play on train yard and vineyard—too good! That we are in an active train yard serving wine makes it too fun to just be a bar. So thus, Vine Yard.”
Putnam’s is filled with lush greenery, creating a garden ambiance all year long. This twist is what sets her business apart from the typical wine bar. “I fell in love with wine while daydrinking outside at vineyards in California and Oregon. It’s very hard to recreate that all year long in Vermont! Hence, an indoor garden! I’m also plant obsessed: the original plant hoard at Putnam’s was from my house. Emily, a local high school student who waters for me, counted 163 plants when we first opened, and I know that number has grown.”
Kelsey utilizes the space’s former lobby as a wine shop and a house plant shop. While wine can be enjoyed inside year-round, summertime brings guests outdoors to enjoy wine al fresco.
“Putnam’s has an amazing front porch, with benches and umbrellas and a picnic table,” says Kelsey. “The backdrop is an active railyard, which is really cool—‘trainertainment’ as we call it. There is also a side porch with bistro tables, planters, and each table has its own dog bowl. We love outdoor drinking and want to take advantage when the season is right. On our events calendar on the website there are dates with food trucks, which are also a fun way to experience our outdoor space.”
Kelsey offers fun summer drinks on the menu, a $15 flight (three half pours) called Deck Drinks, slushies (frosé and frozen cider), and the Putnam’s porch favorite, Villa de Corlo Lambrusco. She also serves draft beer, including a sour and a cider, as well a fun menu of craft nonalcoholic beverages.
Wine is her specialty, and she prides herself on offering a selection that changes every month or two, so there is always something different on the menu across a range of price points. The bartenders are familiar with the menu and have tasting notes, so they are prepared to guide customers to try new things. Putnam’s wine flights allow guests to try a curated selection of reds, whites, or wines with a particular theme. And if you enjoy the wine you try at the bar, you can bring home a bottle from the wine shop out front.
Putnam’s features wine from women winemakers/vineyard owners as well as family
farms and BIPOC and LGBTQ+ wines and beers/ciders. Kelsey chose these particularly because each bottle has a story, one that the staff loves to share with guests. Satur-YAYs at Putnam’s are also exceptionally fun with mimosa flights that change up weekly to pair with a popup vendor from the area who brings in delicacies like donuts, macarons, pastries, and bagels.
A bonus of a mom-owned business is that it is kid friendly. “We have a selection of wooden toys from cute companies like Manhattan Toy and Tender Leaf (with themes like greenhouse, tractor, animals, brunch food, wooden tea service, and stacking rocks),” Kelsey says. “There is a local Ray School student named Peter, and when he comes in with his parents, he loves to help water the garden and chat with us about all our plants. My favorite scene was two moms at the bar wearing their little babies, sharing a mimosa flight and tea service and catching up. Like a pub in the UK or Ireland, we love being a hub for catching up with kids in tow. It’s really neat to have a family-friendly space.”
Kelsey has made her dream come true and welcomes fellow wine and plant lovers Wednesdays through Saturdays at Putnam’s. “Whether you come to try new wine, buy a plant, take a class, or spend some time outside with friends catching up over a bottle of wine, there’s something for everyone here!” y
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It’s a kid’s dream come true. Tree forts. Animals to pet and feed. A huge play area with trucks and seesaws. Basketball and volleyball courts. And ice cream! More than 30 flavors of ice cream to choose from, made on the premises from the milk from the adjacent dairy farm. The aptly named Sanctuary Dairy Farm and Ice Cream Stand isn’t just for kids, even though their motto is “it’s a place for kids to be kids.” It’s also a place for adults to come and relax, hike the short trail that takes you past cows grazing in the fields, buy a hot dog or burrito, pick up some local goods from the farm stand, and picnic on land that’s been in the Johnson family since the late 1700s.
The main draw in the summertime is the ice cream shop, the brainchild of Beck Johnson, who had the idea to convert the family’s old sheep barn into an ice cream shop when he was nine years old. He’s 23 now, and rightly proud of his contribution to the family legacy. “Each generation has added one thing, so my hope was to add the ice cream shop and use our own milk and be a little more self-sufficient,” Beck says. While the farm does not have its own processing plant, they ship their milk and buy back product to produce their ice cream. Beck’s father, Jolyon, named the family dairy farm Sanctuary Farm as a sanctuary “where the traditional agrarian lifestyle can have a safe place.” Small dairy farms are
disappearing in New Hampshire, Beck points out, and people are disconnected from where their food comes from. “Our big thing is to introduce kids to animals and agriculture in a way that they wouldn’t normally experience it and to tie it into where food comes from; that it doesn’t just magically appear,” Beck says. “Milk comes from the cow and it’s made into ice cream.”
Beck and his brother Jared, who runs the dairy farm, are 10th-generation farmers. “We want to see small farms stick around a while longer,” Beck says. They started with a vegetable wagon when they were young kids. The idea of the ice cream shop was a way to make the dairy farm more enterprising, in 2009. At the start they didn’t make their own ice cream, but as they got into it, Beck spent three years learning the ropes. He took courses at Penn State University and with Malcolm Stogo, who he calls an ice cream guru in New Jersey. “He showed me the highest tier of ice cream making there was. I learned a lot from him. That’s when we started making our own and experimenting and we slowly grew. Around 2012 we switched to making our own ice cream.”
Today they make 60 flavors, with 30 varieties in rotation at the shop at a time. He bounces ideas around with his mother Susan, who Beck says “is extremely good at ice cream production. For certain flavors she does way better than me.” Ten workers help in the production in the licensed commercial kitchen not far from the shop, farm stand, and play area. “It’s where all the magic happens,” Beck says.
Ice cream isn’t the only venture on the farm. “We do a lot of stuff,” Beck says. The farm stand features products from other local farms and producers, with everything from milk, eggs, cheese, and maple syrup to meat as well as items Beck describes as “only things you find in New Hampshire for people who come from out of state.” He says, “We try to incorporate other farms around us.” Ice cream isn’t the only thing you can eat. Hot dogs and grilled cheese sandwiches during the week, and breakfast burritos and waffles on the weekends are also available.
One of the biggest draws, Beck says, is the play area and the animals. “We say it’s a place where kids can be kids and parents can kind of set them loose and sit back and relax for a while.” There are treehouses—the crooked fort and the princess house—to explore, horseshoe pits, seesaws, a basketball hoop, a volleyball net, and more. Sheep, goats, and donkeys are in a large fenced-in area, where visitors can feed the animals and pet them. “It keeps the animals and the kids happy,” Beck says with a laugh. The cows stay next door at the dairy farm.
There’s no charge. “You can let your kids loose and not even get an ice cream,” Beck jokes. Chances are, no one will leave without ice cream. “One thing I really like about the environment here is that it’s not just people who come and go and we never see them again. People stay for a few hours; we get to know people in the community. One kid who lives up the road came here when he was a toddler and we hired him this summer. We like to see the community grow around us. We’ve become an anchor for a lot of locals. We try to make it as safe and welcoming as we can for everyone.” During the pandemic, while other businesses were shut, the ice cream shop was able to stay open and truly give people a sanctuary, a place they could be safely outside and distanced from other visitors. “We have enough space for people to spread out,” Beck points out. “People really enjoyed being somewhat able to go out.
“My goal when I started was to add another addition to the farm, our family’s legacy, that’s self-sufficient, but not just for us,” Beck says. “It allows the community to see what we have, to see the agrarian lifestyle. My biggest dream was I wanted a way for us to use our own milk.” He has succeeded beyond his wildest dreams. y
Sanctuary Dairy Farm Ice Cream 209 New Hampshire Route 103 Sunapee, NH (603) 863-8940
www.icecreamkidbeck.com
Where fun and history meet! Explore our working dairy farm and meet our Jersey cows, sheep, draft horses, chickens, and oxen. Dynamic daily programs, Farm Life Exhibits, 1890 Farm Manager’s House, Farmstead Gardens, Billings Farm cheese, Museum Gift Shop, and Farmhouse Scoop Shop.
Route 12N & Old River Road, Woodstock (802) 457-2355
www.billingsfarm.org
Adults $17; seniors $15; children ages 4-15 $10; ages 3 and under free.
Artistree is a nonprofit arts organization with the mission to promote the creation, exhibition, and appreciation of art in Vermont and New England. With yearround exhibits and annual calls to artists, the work displays the boundless creative talent of local artists. Located in beautiful South Pomfret. For gallery hours and more information, visit Artistree’s website.
2095 Pomfret Road, South Pomfret (802) 457-3500 artistreevt.org
Exploring the rich culture of southern Vermont, eastern New York State, northwestern Massachusetts, and southern New Hampshire in all its forms. From the 18th century to the present, we connect you with objects of art and history and put them into context across time and place through innovative exhibitions and programming, virtually and in-person on our 10-acre campus year-round. Learn about Revolutionary War history, Bennington Pottery, Jane Stickle Quilt, Bennington Modernism, Grandma Moses, genealogical research library, and more!
75 Main Street, Bennington
Exit 13 off I-91 (802) 447-1571
www.benningtonmuseum.org
Check our website for hours, admission, and general visitor information.
We endeavor to enrich lives and enhance our understanding of the unique place that is Woodstock. We offer a variety of local history educational opportunities and serve as a resource for historical research. We are located in the heart of the Village of Woodstock next to the Ottauquechee River, with outstanding views of the Middle Covered Bridge and Mt. Tom.
26 Elm Street, Woodstock (802) 457-1822
www.woodstockhistorycenter.org
The American Precision Museum provides visitors with a unique experience as they step back in time into an 1846 armory building. Discover the story of the three founders who boldly refined a process of manufacturing that is used globally today. Make your way through the evolution of machine tools until arriving back in the present-day manufacturing industry to see modern machines in action.
196 Main Street (Route 5), Windsor, VT (802) 674-5781
www.americanprecision.org
Open 10am–5pm daily (May 1–Oct 31)
Take a trip back to the mid 19th century at the Justin Morrill State Historic Site in Strafford, Vermont. The Homestead is a very rare example of Gothic Revival architecture and Victorianstyle gardens. Offering historic tours, public programs, events, and exhibits, the Homestead is Vermont’s first National Historic Landmark.
214 Justin Morrill Memorial Highway, Strafford (802) 765-4484
www.historicsites.vermont.gov
Events & Exhibits: (802) 765-4288
www.morrillhomestead.org
Open for tours through October 8, Thu–Sun, 10am–5pm Gardens and grounds always open!
Visit King Arthur Baking Company for all things baking! Our retail store has all your baking essentials, from top-quality ingredients to tools, mixes, pans, and more. Enjoy a delicious meal or treat highlighting local and seasonal ingredients from our bakery and café. Or sign up for a baking class. King Arthur Baking Company was founded in 1790 and is 100 percent employee owned.
135 Route 5 South, Norwich (802) 649-3361
www.kingarthurbaking.com
Open daily
Come and enjoy our dinosaur, forest, and live bird exhibits, hiking trails along the Ottauquechee River, Adventure Playscape, live bird programs, Songbird Aviary, Nature Store, and Forest Canopy WALK (ADA accessible). Open daily 10am-5pm, purchase tickets in advance and special event schedules available on the website.
149 Natures Way, Quechee (802) 359-5000
Admission: adults $19; seniors/students/military/teachers $18; youth $16. Free for members and children under 3 years old.
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Explore. Investigate. Enjoy. Take the time to see these attractions nearby. Just a short drive from where you live, each one makes a wonderful day trip this summer.
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A hands-on museum for “kids” of all ages! Not just an Ice House…seven buildings loaded with local memorabilia, along with restored antique cars (and a fire engine), bicycles, toys, games, signs, and machines of many kinds. One visit will not be enough!
91 Pleasant Street, New London
www.wfkicehouse.org
Memorial Day–Columbus Day
Tue–Thu 9am–4pm, Sat 9am–2pm
Visit Enfield Shaker Museum! Experience the Shakers’ legacy through tours of historic buildings and fascinating exhibits. Watch a traditional craft demonstration, wander through the Museum’s herb garden, hike 1,500+ acres of conservation land once owned by the Shakers, or register for one of many on-site programs for all ages. You can even book a room for the night or rent the entire site for your special event.
447 NH Route 4A, Enfield (603) 632-4346 shakermuseum.org
Open mid-May through October.
Visit our website for hours, programs, and tours.
Now celebrating 50 years of preserving Sunapee’s rich history! Come visit the Flanders Osborne History Museum or Sunapee Archives to see what we offer, including artifacts, photographs, maps, programs, research, and more. Visit our website for more information.
Flanders Osborne Museum
74 Main Street, Sunapee
Open Memorial Day to mid-October
Sunapee Archives
542 Route 11, Sunapee
Open year-round on Mon 1–4pm and by appointment (603) 763-9872
sunapeehistoricalsociety.org
Sunapeehistory@gmail.com
The Fort at No. 4 replicates the original 1744 settlement of Charlestown, New Hampshire. Here, visitors are immersed in the rich history of a frontier town in the Connecticut River Valley during the French and Indian War. Areas of the Fort may also be rented for your special event. For hours and scheduled events, visit our website. Adults $12; seniors $10; children ages 6–17 $8; ages 5 and under free.
267 Springfield Road
Charlestown (603) 826-5700
www.fortat4.org
info@fortat4.com
Visit the museum, which curates seven regions of North America. Study and explore 600 Native nations. Enjoy a short nature walk through Medicine Woods Trail on our 12.5-acre campus and learn about the trees and plants Native Americans used for food, shelter, and medicine. Explore the arboretum, which has 75 varieties of trees and is open to visitors. We have recently been recognized as one of the top 10 Native American museums in the USA. One Circle, 1,000 Stories. Experience It!
18 Highlawn Road, Warner (603) 456-2600
indianmuseum.org
Open May through October!
See website for hours, special events, and info.
Discover the 1891 summer retreat of diplomat and statesman John M. Hay. Explore renowned gardens and woodland trails. Tour the historic 22-room Colonial Revival home. Enjoy educational programs, events, summer concerts, art galleries, and outdoor sculpture exhibits.
456 Route 103A, Newbury (603) 763-4789 ext.3
www.thefells.org
Grounds: Open daily dawn to dusk
Main House open May–October
Enjoy beautiful Lake Sunapee on either of our two boats, the MV Sunapee Lake Queen dinner boat for an evening dinner cruise or the MV Sunapee II for an afternoon tour around the lake. Both boats are available for charter.
Town Dock, Sunapee Harbor (603) 938-6465
www.sunapeecruises.com
The Library Arts Center is a nonprofit community arts center founded in 1967 with a mission of making the arts accessible to everyone. Located in the heart of downtown Newport, New Hampshire, the Arts Center presents community arts events, classes, workshops, concerts, performances, and a full schedule of exhibits annually. The Center’s gallery and studio are adjacent to the Richards Free Library. Favorite annual events include the Peeps Diorama Contest, the Apple Pie Crafts Fair, and Gallery of Gifts: Handmade for the Holidays. For gallery hours and a schedule of programs, visit the Arts Center’s website.
58 North Main Street, Newport (603) 863-3040
libraryartscenter.org
Don Hague knows “special” when he sees it. “The Newport Golf Club is a real gem of the Sugar River Valley,” he says. The Sugar River, in fact, runs through the course (golfers will want to factor the river in their strategies on Holes 14, 15, and 18), which offers beautiful and varied views of nearby Croyden Notch.
The modern iteration of the Newport Golf Club, which was founded as a nine-hole course on cleared farmland in the 1920s, began in the 1990s as a course designed by renowned golf course architect Phil Wogan. The club went through several owners until it fell into the hands of a bank over the past three years. Under such an ownership arrangement, although remaining open, it is difficult for any club to thrive, and members rightly worry into whose hands a property might fall.
Last fall, a group of 13 club members joined forces and finances to purchase the club. “I played here as a kid,” says Don, a longtime summer resident of nearby Lake Sunapee. “A group of us wanted to turn things around.” With Don as the majority investor, the group of 13 is determined to see Newport Golf Club live up to its potential. The course opened in April, and there are already obvious changes and improvements afoot.
Most everyone who plays Newport notices a similar aspect of the course—its beauty. Along with the course designer Wogan, another course architect named George Sargent helped to design the course. “They really brought out the beauty of the natural environment that was around the course,” says Don, noting the river running through it and the mountain views. “It’s just a really idyllic golfing experience.”
Knowing that the most important aspects of a golf course are the actual course conditions, the first thing the new owners did was to commission the United States Golf Association to do an agronomic assessment of the course. Then, based on the findings, they began making upgrades for improvement—investments that simply haven’t been available to greenskeeping staff in recent years. Investments include a new $100,000 pumphouse to move water from the river to the course, greenskeeping equipment, aerification equipment, and rolling and precision spraying equipment.
Newport already has a reputation for having some of the nicest greens in the region, says Don. “We’re really focusing on the conditions of the bunkers and fairways,” he says.
In addition to the course itself, Newport has a refurbished clubhouse, the Sunrise Pavilion capable of hosting weddings and other events, a restaurant (the Hole in One Diner), and a new golf pro, KeithTowers from Florida. The club hasn’t had a restaurant in three years, so Don is particularly excited about having a food option for golfers and other residents and visitors. Nor has it had a pro shop, so he’s equally excited about Keith and the fully stocked shop.
The new owners of Newport Golf Club don’t have specific experience running a golf operation, other than their passion for preserving a special place and an enjoyment of the lifetime sport of golf. They have seen investment groups scoop up other courses like Newport only to flip the properties for profit—often not for the betterment of the property, the course, or the character of the place.
With Don serving as club manager, he and his group determined not to let this happen to Newport.
Don, who retired from a career in the electronics industry, knows a thing or two about running a business, having run a family business and having earned a master’s degree in business from MIT. “It takes a lot of different skills to run a golf club,” he says, noting that every one of the investors in the group has been involved in some way, from helping with renovations to getting a point-of-sale system set up. “Between the 13 of us, we have a lot of varied experience,” he adds.
Don himself started golfing—and caddying—at age 12. Despite taking lessons, he doesn’t describe himself as having been that good. “I went through periods of my life when I was completely obsessed with golf and other periods when I was disinterested,” he says, adding proudly that, as he got older, he took more lessons that really helped. “Last summer I shot my age,” he says—a 72, which is a more than respectable golf score. Perhaps he truly has found his calling.
Part of what makes Newport Golf Club special is the place and role it has in the community. “Newport is an enthusiastic, very tight, working-class community,” says Don, noting that some demographics analysis show more than 10 percent of Newport’s population golfs at the club. “Whenever you go out to eat with someone from Newport, they always look around the restaurant and see someone they went to school with or something similar,” he adds.
Meanwhile, the local community extends beyond Newport to the surrounding towns in both New Hampshire and Vermont. The club already offers memberships and comparatively low daily rates, and it extends a discount to Vermont and New Hampshire residents. “We don’t want to change anything until we can give our established customers confidence that we’re going to make improvements and provide value,” says Don.
Meanwhile, the club supports the community through charitable donations, fundraisers, and other forms of community involvement. Local high school golf teams will use the club; this summer there will be several summer camp sessions; there are plans for several golf leagues and tournaments; and there will be gala events (designer George Sargent spoke at the spring gala). Meanwhile, the club has plans to install solar panels. “Golf courses do use electricity, and we will be able to generate more than 50 percent of our electrical needs from the solar installation,” Don says.
Northern New England is characterized by an independent spirit, a sense of community, and beautiful natural surroundings. The Newport Golf Club, in its nearly 100-year history, fits that mold exactly. Don Hague and his team of investors have every intention of solidifying the club so that it can serve the local community for years to come. y
112 Unity Road
Newport, NH (603) 863-7787
newportgolfclub-nh.com
I’m a hiker. There’s nothing I like better than standing atop a mountain. The view pleases me immensely. I feel rewarded for the effort of the climb and the boost of self-confidence from reaching my goal, but not all of my satisfaction comes the summit. Some of the enjoyment is the journey. The exertion up the trail improves my physical and mental well-being. Along the way, interesting geological formations, wildflowers, and wildlife reveal themselves in delightful ways. I relish the chance to talk with family and friends without distractions and to think through whatever challenge or decision life has recently thrown at me. Then there are the 11 guidebooks that I’ve written.
Writing guidebooks not only gets me on the trail, but makes me explore many routes beyond my old favorites. After all, it’s up to me to cherry-pick the best hikes for everyone else. Each book takes two summers, spending three to four days per week on the trail, observing and photographing the nuances of each potential route. Some hikes get disqualified because they are less inspiring. Some are iconic and must be in there. Once in a while there’s a pleasing surprise, like a couple of the hikes that I discovered last summer while working my latest project, Hiking the Adirondacks, 3rd Edition.
Why go the Adirondacks when you’ve got lots of hiking trails around the Upper Valley and a little farther away in Vermont’s Green Mountains and New Hampshire’s White Mountains? For a change! It might take you an extra hour or two to travel to a trailhead in the Adirondack Park, but if you’re a peak bagger, there are 46 more summits over 4,000 feet to add to your checklist. If you prefer more modest mountains or a backcountry lake where you can swim or fish, the Adirondacks have hundreds of options, most with fewer people vying for the best lunch spots. These five favorites not only made the cut for the book but also are definitely worth crossing Lake Champlain to check out. They all reward handsomely, both on the way up and at the top.
Nearest town: Blue Mountain Lake, NY
Total distance: 3.7 miles, loop
Vertical climb: 711 feet
Dog friendly: Yes
Why go: En route to this clifftop perch you pass through a boulder labyrinth that opens into a natural echo chamber with a cave in one of its walls. The hike starts in the heart of the Minnowbrook Conference Center, a former Adirondack great camp that was gifted to Syracuse University and now serves as a retreat, meeting facility, and education center for the college and other groups. The route can be done as a loop that closes at a footbridge a half-mile from the trailhead. In addition to the labyrinth and echo chamber, the trail passes a large wetland around a pond that attracts many birds. The “castle” is the rock formation at the top with its tiered 80-foot precipice, from which you can gaze down on Blue Mountain Lake, have a picnic, and relax. The way down is a smooth, joint-friendly path through an impressive old-growth forest. After your hike, stop at the Adirondack Experience, the Museum at Blue Mountain Lake. The museum has 120 acres of interactive exhibits on the history, art, and culture of the Adirondack Park.
CASTLE ROCK MOUNTAIN
ELEVATION: 2,480′
Catamount Mountain (3,173 feet)
Nearest town: Wilmington, NY
Total distance: 5.4 miles, out and back
Vertical climb: 2,363
Dog friendly: No, due to rock faces
Why go: This Catamount Mountain is the highest of the five Catamount Mountains in New York state, though it is considered a minor peak because it’s lower than 4,000 feet. It’s still a big climb. The reward is the panorama on the summit of nearby Whiteface Mountain, and Camel’s Hump and Mount Mansfield across Lake Champlain, but the way up is spectacular, too. You’ll scramble up a number of rock chimneys, including one crack nicknamed “the squeezer” because your whole body is in it. You’ll also traverse long lengths of rock slab affording better and better views as you gain elevation. This hike is particularly beautiful during fall foliage season when the mountain and the entire surrounding countryside are aflame with reds, oranges, and yellows.
CATAMOUNT MOUNTAIN
ELEVATION: 3,173′
Clockwise from top left: Hikers emerge onto one of the many stretches of slab on Catamount Mountain. A hiker enters “the squeezer.” One of the rock chimneys on Catamount. Ascending more slab near the summit.
Three-toothed cinquefoil growing beside the trail.
Lyon Mountain (3,830 feet)
Nearest town: Chazy Lake, NY
Total distance: 6.4 miles, out and back
Vertical climb: 1,904 feet
Dog friendly: Yes
Why go: The trailhead for Lyon Mountain is one of the easiest to drive to from the Upper Valley, about 30 minutes from the New York side of the Grand Isle Ferry. Lyon Mountain is only 171 feet short of a 4,000-footer, but it climbs easier because the trail was recut in 2009. Instead of going straight up like many older trails, it ascends at a moderate rate with switchbacks. What’s more, it’s fairly smooth, unlike the rocky, eroded routes up taller, more well-known mountains in the Adirondacks. The main attraction is the historic fire tower on the summit with a 360-degree view that extends to Montreal, Canada, to the north, the highest peaks in Vermont to the east, and the Adirondack High Peaks to the south. The tower is surrounded by a broad swath of open rock offering many spots for a picnic with a panorama. Take your pick. There’s no competition for a good spot on this lightly hiked route.
Jay Mountain (3,600 feet)
Nearest town: Upper Jay, NY
Total distance: 9.2 miles, out and back
Vertical climb: 2,608 feet
Dog friendly: No, due to rock walls and rough rock texture along the ridge
Why go: Jay Mountain is a local favorite that visitors often ignore. It’s special for its two miles of treeless ridgeline, one of the longest stretches of open rock in the Adirondack Park, which connects the west peak and the higher east peak. The trail technically goes only as far as the west peak, but the ridge is easy to follow, marked by small cairns along a herd path. That said, it’s hard to make it all the way to the east peak because there are so many bald perches along the way, each an exceptional destination. During the spring, a plethora of wildflowers blooms along the lower trail, including clintonia, trillium, spring beauties, white baneberry, Dutchman’s britches, and yellow violets. And then there’s the jaw-dropping view of many prominent 4,000-footers, including Marcy, Algonquin, Gothics, Big Slide, and Giant, that stand like layers of rounded teeth to the south. Lake Champlain and the high spine of the Green Mountains from Camel’s Hump to another peak named Jay—Jay Peak in Vermont—lie to the east.
JAY MOUNTAIN
ELEVATION: 3,360′
Wright Peak (4,580
Nearest town: Lake Placid, NY
Total distance: 9 miles, out and back
Vertical climb: 2,411 feet
Dog friendly: Experienced dogs only on the upper ledges
Why go: If you yearn to stand atop a 4,000-footer and can’t decide which one, I recommend Wright Peak. In the heart of the High Peaks, it’s a sentinel of Mount Marcy, the highest summit in the state, and Algonquin Peak, the second highest. You’ll have the experience of climbing one of the iconic Adirondack Mountains but save yourself a few miles and 500 vertical feet. That said, this is a big climb into the alpine zone, so save it for a clear, calm day. The approach takes you deep into the High Peaks Wilderness, but the real appeal is the scramble up the various rock walls and then leaving the trees behind on the upper mountain. The last half-mile follows a series of rock cairns through acres of endangered alpine flora. On the broad, bald summit you feel as if you can touch Mounts Marcy, Algonquin, Colden, Street, Nye, and many of the other prominent High Peaks that surround you. y
ELEVATION: 4,580′
Hiking the Adirondacks, 3rd Edition by Lisa Ballard. FalconGuides, 2023. Available through booksellers and at lisaballardoutdoors.com
FOR MORE INFO
Adirondack Mountain Club, adk.org
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC), www.dec.ny.gov/ outdoor/351.html
Born in Roswell, New Mexico, a few short years after the infamous (alleged) UFO incident, Peter Anderson has lived all over the country and the world. His paintings form an abstract travelogue of the many places he has lived and visited. However, instead of a traditional landscape, his paintings are abstract representations of his memories and maps of those places—the New Mexico desert, Aztec ruins, the rolling hills of Italy, and more.
Many of his paintings depict real or imagined landscapes from heights of 40,000 feet, while others zoom in for a micro view. Still others give the impression of an expanse seen through atmospheric haze. The light, colors, and textures of the land surrounding his various homes and travels have played and continue to play an integral role in his art.
Peter and his wife Patti O’Brien moved to New Hampshire in 2000. Before settling in New London, they spent several years on a farm in Canaan. You can see the move to New Hampshire reflected in the colors and shapes of some of his more recent paintings. In many works, the brighter hues of the state’s humid continental climate and dark granite surfaces replace the dusty desert pastels of his youth in New Mexico. A friend recently gave him a pile of aerial maps of New Hampshire. Those maps have inspired an interesting new series. “I’ve become fascinated with maps,” Peter says. “They are another way of looking at landscapes from above.” His map-based monoprints, paintings, and iPad drawings bring together a dynamic mix of geometric and organic shapes. “Maps provide a different perspective while highlighting the tension between manmade and natural forms. The eye travels down straight roads and winding streams, it moves over lakes and mountains,” he says. While he doesn’t want to force a response onto the viewer, his overall
goal is to create a sense of harmony. “In the same way that a listener responds to a piece of music, I hope that my work will give people a sense of peace,” he says.
With a BA in English and an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management, Peter may not be your typical artist. He has taught English in Japan, worked in international banking, and founded a number of companies in industries ranging from textiles to technology. However, for more than 50 years, he has found the time, energy, and space to paint. While attempting to scale back his business to spend more time painting, he continues to play an active role as managing partner for the Black Iron Group, a systems integrator.
Without formal art training, Peter has always been free to follow his creative instincts. On the other hand, he has had to learn both technique and theory on his own. To that end, he spends part of every day, seven days a week, on his art.
Richard Diebenkorn and his Ocean Park series have had a critical influence on Peter’s work. Based on aerial landscape, Diebenkorn began the Ocean Park series in the mid ’60s and
continued through the early ’80s. Painted during a time of turbulence and political upheaval, these very large abstract works combine geometry with gentle, tranquil colors to create a sense of quiet and calm.
In addition to Diebenkorn, Peter’s work shows the influence of color field painters Helen Frankenthaler and Mark Rothko. With a growing interest in collage and combines, some of his newer works give a nod to pop artist Robert Rauschenberg.
With a goal to create a sense of peaceful harmony, it’s not surprising that he finds inspiration from a diverse group of musicians. Classical, jazz, or folk, Peter and his work are influenced by the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Thelonious Monk, and the Esbjörn Svensson Trio.
Peter works out of a studio across from Whipple Hall on Main Street in New London. While he welcomes visitors, it is best to call first to make sure he is in and available. Alternatively, you can see his work at the Candita Clayton Gallery in New London, AVA Members Gallery in Lebanon, and Levy Gallery in Portsmouth. He will be showing at the Naturally New
England show at the Livery in Sunapee Harbor in July and at the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Fair at Mount Sunapee in August. Peter will be part of a two-person show at AVA Gallery in Lebanon in May 2024, where he will present a major portion of the Atlas of Memory series. He also participates in many Center for the Arts activities, including their Micro Galleries, Art Café discussions, and Open Studio Days. y
Peter Anderson Studio
428 Main Street
New London, NH
(603) 229-2629
www.peterandersonstudio.com
Instagram @peter_anderson_studio Facebook @peterandersonart
Find Peter’s Work at:
Candita Clayton Gallery
210 Main Street, New London
AVA Members Gallery
11 Bank Street, Lebanon
Robert Lincoln Levy Gallery at the New Hampshire Art Association
136 State Street, Portsmouth
Learn more about the Center for the Arts artists, shows, and activities at www.centerfortheartsnh.org.
IT’S OMER AND BOB’S FOR ACTIVE LIFESTYLES
“Everything we focus on in the shop is good for the consumer on both the physical and mental level,” says Breck Taber, owner of Omer and Bob’s, Lebanon’s sport specialty store on Hanover Street. “We help customers find the proper equipment to enjoy the active lifestyle they love, whether it’s skiing, biking, tennis, running, or all the above. We are in the ‘feel-good’ and ‘good-for-you’ business.”
Since 1964, Omer and Bob’s has provided the Upper Valley with seasonal equipment and apparel. “It’s a fun, family-friendly sport specialty store for people of all ages,” Breck says, a sports enthusiast who grew up playing soccer, hockey, basketball, and baseball, and is the girls varsity soccer coach at Lebanon High School. “I love to mountain bike and ski. I play tennis and pickleball when time permits,” he says. The shop’s employees are also avid sportsmen. “Everyone here has a passion for at least one of the categories we deal with.”
The shop carries a wide selection of bikes, cycling apparel, and accessories. On Tuesday nights in the summer, after the shop closes, most of Omer and Bob’s staff, along with anyone else who wants to join, gather for a mountain bike ride. “The ride is open to all levels, and we have many folks join us,”
Breck says. Some of the routes include Pinnacle Trails in Lyme, Oak Hill/Trescott in Hanover, the Ascutney Trails, and the Aqueduct Trails and Mount Peg in Woodstock.
Growing up in the Upper Valley, Breck recalls visiting Omer and Bob’s as a youngster, never imagining life would bring him full circle. Upon graduating from Bates College, Breck joined the business in the summer of 1996. “I was back home in Plainfield, and I had seen an ad in the Valley News that Omer and Bob’s was hiring and thought it would be a fun temporary job until I figured out my next step,” recalls Breck, who promised thenowner Richard Wallace he’d stay through Labor Day. “That summer job turned into a career.”
In 2008, when Omer and Bob’s moved to Lebanon, Breck and Jonathan Wilmot bought into the store, and upon Richard Wallace’s retirement in 2016, Breck and Jonathan became co-owners. Breck became sole owner in 2021. “I’ve heard folks say Omer and Bob’s is an Upper Valley institution. We’ve made a few changes over the years in product offerings, but our excellent customer service has not changed and is what we really strive to excel at,” he says.
The shop also carries running shoes, clothing, and accessories as well as tennis and pickleball rackets, apparel, and more,
and offers year-round racquet services. For winter, there’s skis, snowboards, boots, clothing, and ski accessories. The full-service shop hosts ski waxing and bike maintenance clinics and consignment sales. “This gives folks an opportunity to sell their gear or find some good deals on new-to-them gear,” Breck explains.
For Breck, it’s rewarding to help customers find the perfect product. “We live in a beautiful part of New England with great opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. I love it when a customer compliments us on our store and our product offerings,” he says. “I love how every day is different—meeting new customers, introducing someone to a new sport, the seasonal changes. Every day is a new adventure.”
Breck shares more about himself and Omer and Bob’s.
Best business advice?
Having a great staff and surrounding yourself with good people. Also, appreciating each person that chooses to walk through our doors, call, or email us each day.
Most interesting thing about you that people don’t know?
I’m a local. Moved to the Upper Valley when I was five, went to Plainfield Elementary School, Lebanon High School, and am still living in the house I grew up in.
What famous athlete would you like to see walk into your store?
It would hard to beat Kikkan Randall (American cross-country skier) from a few years ago. Roger Federer (former number-one tennis player) would be pretty cool to have walk in.
Secret to the store’s longevity?
We live in an active outdoor community and folks enjoy having the proper equipment that helps them enjoy those
activities. We’ve also been very fortunate to have a staff that’s passionate and knowledgeable about the sports we focus on, and they are respectful of our customers. Many have been with Omer and Bob’s for over 20 years.
Most unique item you sell? Trikes (three-wheeled bikes).
Favorite hobby away from work? Spending time with the family, whether it’s an MTB bike ride, skiing, traveling, or just relaxing on the deck. y
To join the MTB ride list, email info@omerandbobs.com.
Omer and Bob’s 20 Hanover Street Lebanon, NH (603) 448-3522 www.omerandbobs.com
The Upper Valley Aquatic Center (UVAC) is a fun and friendly community center with a well-equipped fitness center, exceptional personal training, and an exciting assortment of group classes. A great place to bring the whole family, UVAC has a state-of-the-art swimming facility offering lessons, competitive swimming, water exercise, vacation camps for kids, a Splash Park with two slides, and warm water current pool. Other amenities include BLEND Smoothie Bar, many party options, and a bright, wonderfully accessible building with views of the surrounding hills.
100 Arboretum Lane
White River Junction, VT (802) 296-2850
www.uvacswim.org
Mon–Fri 5am–7:30pm, Sat 6:30am–4pm, Sun 7:30am–3pm
Tuckerbox is located in the heart of downtown White River Junction. A community gathering place with exceptional coffee, exceptional service, and truly authentic Turkish & Mediterranean cuisine. We are working every day to go above and beyond in keeping our environment safe and clean for all our guests and our employees. Make reservations now for socially distanced indoor and outdoor dining. We look forward to seeing all our wonderful guests again, from a safe distance of course, and with plenty of hand sanitizer.
1 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 359-4041
www.tuckerboxvermont.com
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 Friday and Saturday night, themed events, and tap takeovers, there’s no shortage of entertainment! Want to take something home? Check out Big Fatty’s Crowler Pit, located right next door, to bring home Big Fatty’s merchandise and to stock up on all your favorite craft beer!
186 South Main Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 295-5513
www.bigfattybbq.com
85 North Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 295-3312
www.thymevermont.com
Wed–Sat 5–8:30pm Patio Dining Private Room
Reservations suggested
Fine Arts & Antiques
85 Gates Street
White River Junction, VT (802) 457-1764
www.woodblock-prints.com
Fri–Sat 11am–4pm or by appointment
4 North Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 291-3709
www.flourishbeautylab.com
Tue–Fri 10am–5:15pm Mon & Sat 10am–3pm
85 North Main Street, Suite 110 White River Junction, VT (802) 280-1700
www.tiptoppottery.com
Tue & Wed 10am–6pm, Thu & Fri 10am–9pm, Sat 10am–3pm, Sun & Mon Closed
Putnam’s vine/yard is a wine bar and shop featuring bottles to take home as well as houseplants and gifts for the plant lover. Located in a historic Vermont railyard, the Putnam’s vine/ yard secret garden is the perfect place to catch up with friends or find a quiet spot to relax with a great book and glass of wine. We are family friendly with an assortment of wooden toys, and we serve nonalcoholic beverages including pour over coffee and imported artisanal teas. Check out the Event Calendar on our website for upcoming Wine School & Vine School Classes, as well as pop-ups from local food purveyors and artists. Stop by every Saturday between 10am and 2pm for our Satur-YAY Mimosa Flights!
188 South Main Street, Unit 110 White River Junction, VT (802) 899-0405
www.putnamsvineyard.com
The Upper Valley Food Co-op provides wholesome and high-quality food and other products. We have a strong commitment to local farmers and producers and carry a large variety of locally grown/produced items. The Upper Valley Food Co-op, “FosteringCommunityConnectionsasa TrustedFoodResource!”
C&S Pizza
104 South Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 295-5622
Mon–Thu 11am–8pm Fri & Sat 11am–9pm Closed Sun
193 North Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 295-5804
Mon–Sat 8am–7pm Sun 11am–5pm
Junction Frame Shop has been a steadfast part of downtown White River Junction since 1985. That’s 38 years of providing creative picture framing for all tastes and budgets.
55 South Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 296-2121
www.junctionframeshop.com
British-inspired Savory Pies
Bakery • Café • Espresso • Hard Cider Bar 5 South Main Street White River Junction, VT (802) 281-6910
www.piecemealpies.com
Open Mon–Fri 9am–5pm Sat 9am–3pm
Whether or not you are an opera aficionado, chances are you could recognize and maybe even hum along to “The Toreador Song” from Carmen. In its 2023 season, Opera North is once again showcasing its penchant for innovation in its upcoming production of this much-loved opera by engaging in a close and exciting collaboration with the Upper Valley Music Center (UVMC), a music education organization located in Lebanon, New Hampshire.
Carmen by Georges Bizet has always had a children’s chorus as part of the cast. In planning for this production, conversations among Opera North’s Artistic Director Louis Burkot, UVMC’s Executive Director Benjamin Van Vliet, and UVMC Voice Program Coordinator Jennifer Hansen led to what seemed a natural pairing of the two organizations. Opera North would, as it does every summer season, produce a fully staged performance with professional opera artists; UVMC would select, train, and provide between 8 and 14 young singers.
For Opera North (ON), Louis has been working to recreate opera that is oriented toward the particular outdoor performance space at Blow-Me-Down Farm. This production of Carmen is shorter
with some choral pieces omitted; the presence of the local children on stage is in keeping with the informality ON has sought to bring to its summer season, which often sees audiences of entire families together sharing picnics on a summer eve pre- or post-performance. He believes the children’s acting will help “to humanize the adult roles.” Jennifer notes that their treble voices “will add contrast to the earthy tones of adults.”
This is the first substantial collaboration between the two Upper Valley arts organizations (though UVMC’s Ben Van Vliet has a vague memory of loaning ON a piano in years past). Aside from the opportunity to appear in a professional production and rubbing shoulders with highly trained professional musicians and opera singers, Ben sees the experience for young people as an opportunity to view “the ensemble nature of music that includes an appreciation of the whole, an understanding of individual parts, how all parts work together,” and finally how individual and group efforts unite on stage before a live audience.
Moreover, the connection shows the essence of collaboration itself—an experience in which parties bring what they do best to the table. Ben says the expertise of UVMC is music education; who better, then, to take on the task of training and rehearsing the children’s chorus? As for Opera North, it has the resources and history of producing fully staged operas in an unconventional setting. This production of Carmen will be unique in ways that wouldn’t—and couldn’t—exist without the collaboration.
While UVMC has a standing children’s chorus, the selection of children for the Opera North project was a separate process. UVMC announced an open call for children roughly between the ages of 9 to 12 years, fourth to seventh grade, or by permission. Applicants had to be able to “match pitch/ sing accurately in the treble (soprano) range.” Qualified applicants were then accepted on a first-come basis.
Alison Pollard is the director of the children’s chorus for the Carmen production. Once the group is selected, where to begin? Alison recognizes that “singing is a naturally vulnerable activity, especially for kids,” so it is crucial to establish a relationship between her and the group. That often begins with “fun, age-appropriate, musical get-to-know-you games so the kids feel comfortable singing around me and their new group of peers.” Since the opera is in French, a language foreign to most if not all the children, Alison says, “We will then start working on the French diction, as this is imperative to establish prior to learning notes/rhythms. Once the French is more familiar, we then add in the rhythm, followed by the notes. It is a long process, but children are thankfully incredibly receptive!” After weeks of separate rehearsals, the children will move on to rehearsals with the entire professional cast.
Carmen will be presented on stage under Opera North’s performance tent at the Blow-Me-Down Farm in Cornish, New Hampshire, on July 16, 19, and 21 as part of its regular SummerFest 2023. Other productions of the season are Cavalcade, a mash-up of circus performances and operatic arias, and Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic American musical Carousel. For information, visit operanorth.org. y
Tickets are available through the Lebanon Opera House box office: (603) 448-0400 lebanonoperahouse.org
Performances are at Blow-Me-Down Farm: Route 12A Cornish, NH
June 16–July 14
2022 Juried Winners Show: Travis Paige, Anne Cogbill Rose, Ann Saunderson, Bess French
June 29
Volunteer Trip to Hildene
Through July 9 Sense and Sensibility Barrette Center for the Arts northernstage.org
Through July 14 2022 Juried Winners and Solo Exhibition Travis Paige, Anne Cogbill Rose, Ann Sanderson, and Bess French. AVA Gallery avagallery.org
June 28
Nature Poetry on the Veranda The Fells, 2:30pm thefells.org
June 28–July 9 Guys and Dolls New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 8–9 Artists Weekend
June 28–July 26, Wednesdays
Mindful Flow Yoga: Series in the Garden (Session I) The Fells, 8am thefells.org
June 29
Volunteer Trip to Hildene
To show our appreciation for our Fells Volunteers, we have planned a special trip to Hildene, the Lincoln family home in Manchester, Vermont. Registration is $15 per person and reservations are required. The Fells, 8:30am–4pm thefells.org
June 30–July 2 9 to 5: The Musical Lebanon Opera House lebanonoperahouse.org
July 6, August 3
First Thursday
Hike at The Fells
June 30–July
21, Fridays
Mindful Movement for Toddlers
July 8
Exploring Timber Rattlesnakes of New England: A Story of Their Natural History and Conservation
Featuring Ecologist Mark P. DesMeules
July 6, 8
Larger Than Life! A Musical Revue
July 7–9
Cavalcade
June 30–July 21, Fridays
Mindful Flow Yoga
The Fells, 8am thefells.org
June 30–July 21, Fridays
Mindful Movement for 4–6 Year Olds
Join Meghan MacLean of Crescent Moon Wellness and Yoga for this class in which little yogis and their caretakers are introduced to yoga with songs, movement, stories, and play. The Fells, 9:15am thefells.org
June 30–July 21, Fridays
Mindful Movement for Toddlers
The Fells, 10am thefells.org
July 6, 8
Larger Than Life! A Musical Revue New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 6, August 3
First Thursday Hike at The Fells
The Fells, 11am thefells.org
July 7
The Adventures of Snow White
Claremont Opera House, 10am cohnh.org
July 8
Exploring Timber Rattlesnakes of New England: A Story of Their Natural History and Conservation Featuring Ecologist Mark P. DesMeules
The Nature Museum, 10am nature-museum.org
July 7–9
Cavalcade Blow-Me-Down Farm operanorth.org
July 8–9
Artists Weekend
One weekend every summer prominent New England artists set up their easels amid the beautiful gardens and grounds of the John Hay Estate at The Fells. Come explore this wonderful historic estate through the eyes of these talented artists as they create en plein air. Sunday culminates with a 3pm reception with tea and treats; an exhibit of the weekend’s paintings; and a wet paint sale. The Fells, 10am–4pm thefells.org
July 10–13
Kids in Nature: Watercolor Camp The Fells, 9am–12pm thefells.org
July 12
Jazz at the Junction
Barrette Center for the Arts, 7pm northernstage.org
July 12–16
Fully Committed New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 14
Pinocchio
Claremont Opera House, 10am cohnh.org
June 15
Disco Inferno Pops Concert!
June 16
Fairy Festival
July 16, 19, 21
Carmen
July 15
Fern Identification with Local Forester and Naturalist
Lynn Levine
The Nature Museum, 10am nature-museum.org
July 15
Disco Inferno Pops Concert! Travel back to the days when Saturday Night Fever was a box-office smash, Donna Summer was the queen of the airwaves, and Beethoven had his first Top 40 hit. Blow-Me-Down Farm, 7pm operanorth.org
July 16
Fairy Festival
This celebration of fairy houses connects children to the natural world and includes crafts, stories,
readings, a whimsical Tea Party in the Pavilion, and, of course, the creation of fairy habitats in the Fairy Village. Children are invited to dress in their finest fairy or gnome attire. A performance by Ballet Misha will culminate this special family event.
The Fells, 1–3:30pm thefells.org
July 16
Summer Concert in the Hot Skillet Club
The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
July 16, 19, 21
Carmen Blow-Me-Down Farm operanorth.org
July 17
Riverfolk Festival 2023
A celebration of music and community, Riverfolk features Americana artists from the Upper Valley and beyond. Barrette Center for the Arts northernstage.org
July 17–20
Kids in Nature: Photography Camp
Budding young photographers ages 10 and up join instructor David Blohm for a four-day workshop and learn the essentials of nature photography and composition. Advance registration requested by July 5. To register, call (603) 763-4789 ext. 3. The Fells, 9am–12pm thefells.org
July 18
Jam Making Workshop
Learn the secrets of creating jams, preserves, and jelly while you process three kinds of fruits and vegetables. Take home recipes, jams, tips for making your own delicious preserves.
Enfield Shaker Museum, 6pm shakermuseum.org
July 19
Mid-Season Pruning: Beginner and Intermediate Skills
The Fells, 9am thefells.org
July 19
History Speaker Series: Liz Tentarelli, “Women of The Fells”
On the anniversary of the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention, the first women’s rights convention in the United States, Liz Tentarelli will talk about New Hampshire’s connection to the suffrage movement and highlight the lives and personalities of women who were part of the Hay family, their connections to The Fells, as well as to the wider women’s rights movement of the late 19th and early 20th century.
The Fells, 4:30pm thefells.org
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July 19–August 6
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 20–23
Art in Bloom The Fells thefells.org
July 20
Floral Design Presentation on the Veranda The Fells, 11am thefells.org
July 21
Jack and the Beanstalk Claremont Opera House, 10am cohnh.org
July 21–August 26
AVA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Exhibition
Charlet Davenport, Sabrina Fadial, and Coralea Wennberg. AVA Gallery avagallery.org
July 21–August 26
AVA’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Exhibition
July 22
Much Ado About Nothing
New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 23
Summer Concert Series: Opera North The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
July 24, August 14
Spotlight Series
New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 24–26
Kids in Nature: Nature Explorers Camp Come investigate the wild side of The Fells to learn secrets of the plants and animals that call it home! During our three days of adventure, we will explore nature’s playground in the meadow, forest, and stream. Advance registration requested. To register, call (603) 763-4789. The Fells, 9am–12pm thefells.org
July 27, 29
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
July 27–30
Carousel Blow-Me-Down Farm operanorth.org
July 28
Sleeping Beauty
Claremont Opera House, 10am cohnh.org
July 28–29
Shaker Oval Box Making Workshop
Guided by box maker Eric Pintar of the Home Shop in Charlotte, Michigan, you will make five Shaker oval nesting boxes from Pennsylvania cherry wood. No previous woodworking experience necessary. Enfield Shaker Museum, 8:30am–4pm shakermuseum.org
July 29
Herbal Medicine: From Garden to Teacup
Join Vermont herbalist Betzy Bancroft for an educational tour of the herb garden at Enfield Shaker Museum. As we wander through the gardens, we’ll gather some of the herbs and use them to prepare a batch of fresh herbal tea for the group to share. Enfield Shaker Museum, 1pm shakermuseum.org
August 6
Ballet Misha Performance
July 29
The Fells Gala Benefit Auction
Join Friends to bid on elegant dinners, fabulous trips, distinctive wines, and many other specialty items. Reservations are required by registering online or emailing info@thefells.org or calling the office at (603) 763-4789 ext. 3. The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
July 30
Summer Concert Series with Deep Blue C The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
August 1–6
Summer Musical Theater Intensive Presents Twelfth Night Barrette Center for the Arts northernstage.org
August 2–30, Wednesdays
Mindful Flow Yoga: Series in the Garden at The Fells (Session II) The Fells, 8am thefells.org
August 4
The Little Mermaid Claremont Opera House, 10am cohnh.org
August 6
Hay Day Summer Festival
A fun-filled day for all ages with old-fashioned games, music, children’s art projects, scavenger hunt, petting zoo, face painting, and more. The Fells, 11am–2pm thefells.org
August 6
Ballet Misha Performance
Ballet Misha is thrilled to bring A Midsummer Night’s Dream to The Fells. The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
August 8
Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA
Lebanon Opera House, 7:30pm lebanonoperahouse.org
August 9–20
The Wedding Singer New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
August 11
Hansel & Gretel Claremont Opera House, 10am cohnh.org
August 11
Ali McGuirk
Lebanon Opera House, 8pm lebanonoperahouse.org
August 11–13, 18–20
Old Church Theater Presents East O’ the Sun, West O’ the Moon Bradford Academy oldchurchtheater.org
August 12
Kyshona
Lebanon Opera House, 5:15pm lebanonoperahouse.org
August 12 Kyshona
August 13
Summer Concert with New Legacy Swing Band
The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
August 13
Soggy Po’ Boys
Lebanon Opera House, 6:45pm lebanonoperahouse.org
August 14
Children’s Art Series: Mr. Aaron, Music and Movement
The Fells, 3:30pm thefells.org
August 17, 19
Finding Nemo Jr. New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
August 19
Wild Medicinals Walk & ExtractMaking Workshop with Dr. Allison Turner
The Nature Museum, 10am nature-museum.org
August 20
Summer Concert with Grace Crummer, Fred Haas & Billy Rosen
The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
August 22
New Hampshire’s Love-Hate Relationship with Agricultural Fairs
Steve Taylor will discuss the ups and downs of New Hampshire’s agricultural fairs through the years and how public affection for rural traditions helps them survive in contemporary times. Enfield Shaker Museum, 7pm shakermuseum.org
August 23–September 3
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & Grill New London Barn Playhouse nlbarn.org
August 27
Children’s Art Series: Storytelling with Teddy Roosevelt
Before our evening dinner program, President and Mrs. Roosevelt will meet with families and children to share funny stories about the animals and his children’s antics at the White House. The Fells, 4pm thefells.org
August 27
History Speaker Series: Theodore Roosevelt Repriser
The president will address the gathered company before a special roast turkey dinner is served. He will speak to his friendship and reliance on John Hay along with their shared passion for the outdoors, US foreign policy, and increased relations with Panama in preparedness for a new canal, as well as his vision on conservation of our natural resources and the challenges facing the country and the world. To register, call (603) 763-4789 ext. 3. The Fells, 5pm thefells.org
August 28
Summer Speaker Series: Eliot Cohen, “The Great Reconciliation” Eliot Cohen will be giving a talk on “The Great Reconciliation: How John Hay and Theodore Roosevelt Created the Groundwork for the Most Important Alliance in History.”
The Fells, 2pm thefells.org
Hopkins Center for the Arts
Dartmouth College, Hanover, NH (603) 646-2422
www.hop.dartmouth.edu
For information, tickets, or pricing information, call (603) 646-2422 or visit hop.dartmouth.edu. The Hop Box Office is open Tuesday through Friday, 10am–5pm.
June 28
Cachitas Now!
Direct from Buenos Aires! The band celebrates difference and reclaims the love song for all. Mixing in tango, folk motifs, and electronics, the seven-piece Cachitas Now! moves from hyperpop anthems to swirling ballads.
Dartmouth Green, 5:30pm
June 28
Cachitas Now!
July 13
July 13
The Garifuna Collective
The multigenerational collective made it its mission tobring to the world Garifuna’s soulful and vibrant music—a unique genre originating from the Garifuna people of the Caribbean and Central America, characterized by lively rhythms, call-and-response vocals, traditional instruments like the drum and maracas, and storytelling lyrics that preserve their cultural heritage and history.
Dartmouth Green, 5:30pm
July 27–30
A Hop Production: NOISE
A bunch of musicians decide that society is broken, and since music is the blueprint for everything, they set out to make music that models a society they actually want to live in. As the show unravels into a dreamlike explosion of song and dance, the audience steps into a creative role. NOISE is a participatory theatrical celebration that sings across the history of music, and into the future, in a collective effort to invent a better world.
Northern Stage, 7:30pm; 29 & 30 2 & 7:20pm
August 1
DakhaBrakha
Hailing from Kyiv, Ukraine, the quartet creates a world of unexpected new music rooted in Ukrainian folk music, laced with Indian, Arabic, and African traditional instrumentation and paired with the astonishingly powerful vocal range of its members.
Dartmouth Green, 5:30pm y
August 1
DakhaBrakha
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