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The “Prides” of March Homes you’ll be proud to entertain in!

Moultonborough - $1,445,000 You will be impressed with the design and flexible floor plan at this lovely, Winnipesaukee lake home. Surrounded by impressive perennial gardens, meandering walkways, stunning stone patios, a sugar-sand beach and dramatic lake and mountain views, this stylish home will appeal to the discerning buyer. The main level Great Room has floor-to-ceiling windows, a soaring stone fireplace and a well-appointed kitchen. It leads to a four season porch and a spacious deck that overlooks the impressive views. It has a first level master bedroom, office and exercise room. There are three second level bedrooms and two second level baths. The walkout lower level is tastefully finished with a possible fifth bedroom, billiards room, full bath and a spacious family room. There are approximately 5,500SF of quality living space on three levels on a beautiful, level lot. The lot is private. The location is prime. The home is value priced and special. (Property has a two bedroom septic system.)

Moultonborough- $745,000 Wonderful open-concept home, just a few steps from the shoreline.

Picturesque lake and mountain views and includes a deep water, deeded boat slip, #3A. The expansive deck is newly constructed, with screened porch. The main level is open in design with walls of glass, a fireplace and private bedroom. The kitchen has been updated with appliances and granite. The second level is a private master suite and bath and a loft/sitting area that overlooks the water. The lower level walks out to a private patio and includes a family room with gas stove, laundry and a private bedroom. The attached two-car garage includes overhead storage. Crosswinds amenities include three sandy beaches, tennis courts and walking trails.

Laconia- $1,349,000 Sited on a rare, level waterfront lot, this stylish single level home will appeal to a discerning buyer. Built with quality and flair, it is furnished tastefully and ready to move in. There are five bedrooms and a spacious Great Room with soaring ceilings, fireplace and an amazing kitchen. The Sun Room with gas stove opens to a stone patio at water’s edge. A covered U-shaped dock with boat lift will accommodate three boats. On a dead-end street, the location is quiet and convenient. A community tennis court is just a minute’s walk. Quality, convenience, style this is a beautiful home!

Gilford - $1,949,000 On a sweeping lot with over an acre of land with 215 feet of prime waterfront, this tasteful home is appealing. The kitchen is oversized and perfect for the serious cook and for casual entertaining. The main level has a flexible floor plan with dining area, den, office, bedrooms and large gathering room. A walkout lower level includes additional bedrooms, game room, spacious family room and an enclosed and heated porch. Waterside improvements are significant, and the sandy beach makes water access easy. It has a desirable SW exposure for ever changing and dramatic sunsets. It is a prize!

Gilford - $2,295,000 An impressive, architecturally-designed, custom home sited to take advantage of picturesque mountain views and beautiful sunsets. Total understated elegance throughout. The easy floor plan has an impressive master suite and a Great Room with soaring ceiling, fireplace and gourmet kitchen. Second level bedrooms share a spacious loft area with lovely lake views. The bonus room is spacious and private. A walkout lower level includes a tasteful family/game room and private bedroom suite. There is a sandy beach, large dock and a beautifully landscaped lot. Club amenities include beach, clubhouse, tennis courts, cross country trails and woodlands for hiking.

Gilford - $6,495,000 A family compound that surpasses excellence. Built in 2007 this four-bedroom main home has over 5,400 Sq. ft. of outstanding living space plus a four-bedroom guest home with over 3400 sq. ft. of fabulous living space. Outstanding docking, sandy beach, incredible views, level lot, patios, two homes, two lots with 566 feet of crystal clear waterfront. This is a rare find. Quality built by master builder, Skiffington Homes, you will be impressed by the privacy, style and amenities. Elevator, wine cellar, billiard room, fabulous baths, private bedroom suites, exercise room, post and beam porches with fireplace, five garages are just a sampling of the amenities.

Gilford - $465,000 This beautifully updated and tastefully decorated Broadview Condominium is private and convenient. It has three second level bedrooms and two second level baths. The main level has a well-appointed kitchen that opens to the Great Room with dining area and a spacious living room with fireplace and sliders leading to a deck overlooking beautiful lake and mountain views. The lower level is finished with a game area and a family room with sliders leading to a private patio. Economical Monitor heat, a private garage. Community beach, tennis and docks complete this desirable home.

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Don’t Miss Restaurant Week, March 18-25

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A featured chef of Restaurant Week is Kevin Halligan, owner of the Local Eatery in the historic Laconia Train Station at 21 Veterans Square. The Local Eatery is a farm-to-table restaurant whose menu items are created with local organic produce and grass-fed, naturally raised meats and poultry.

Regular menu items include Cornmeal Crusted Jumbo Shrimp with French fries, leek tartar sauce, and Dijon slaw; Pork and Root Vegetable Stew with toasted barley pilaf and sautéed baby spinach and Crispy Chicken Parmesan with house made bowtie pasta and marinara sauce, sautéed spinach, and fresh mozzarella. Chef Halligan likes to experiment during Restaurant Week, so by dining at the Local Eatery, not only will you be supporting local farms, you’ll also get a chance to try something new. Reservations are recommended but not required. Call 527-8007 for more information, or visit www.laconialocaleatery.com.

Lyon’s Den Restaurant and Tavern at 25 Dock Road in Gilford will also be participating in Restaurant Week.

For information on what they’ll be serving, please call 293-8833 or visit www.lyonsdenrestaurant.com. Regular menu items include delectable dishes like Chicken Française, cooked with lemon and white wine; Veal Marsala with sautéed mushrooms; Crab Cakes with a spicy remoulade sauce and Rib Eye Steak.

Lago on Route 25 in Meredith offers delicious signature menu options like homemade Pasta Bolognese with a Northern Italian meat sauce tossed with fresh pappardelle; Pork Tenderloin grilled with fennel, fingerling potatoes, broccolini, and apricot sauce; and Salmon, oven-roasted with a tomatopistachio crust, potatoes, and shallot-

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Lemon Grass at 64 Whittier Highway in Moultonboro will be running specials for Restaurant Week. A restaurant offering Asian Fusion Cuisine, regular menu items include Korean Braised Natural Beef Short Ribs with seasonal vegetables and mashed maple sweet potatoes with coconut cream; Grilled Sea Scallops with sautéed seasonal vegetables in a turmeric coconut cream sauce served with jasmine rice; and Mojo Free Range Duck, slowroasted with a five-spice rub, topped with citrus black bean sauce, served with steamed seasonal vegetables and jasmine rice. For details, call 253-8100 or visit www.lemongrassnh.net.

The Wakefield Inn and Restaurant on 2723 Wakefield Road in Sanbornville is planning some special menu options to celebrate Restaurant Week. Diners can sample a signature dish or try something new. Signature menu items include Eggplant Lasagna with a homemade sauce; Shrimp Scampi with garlic, lemon, and butter, tossed with fettuccini pasta; Baked Stuffed Haddock filled with crab stuffing and topped with Lobster Newburg sauce; and Bacon-Wrapped Tenderloin served with baked potato and green beans. For further information, call 522-8272 or visit www.wakefieldinn.com.

Giuseppe’s Pizzeria & Ristorante at Mill Falls Marketplace in Meredith will be participating in Restaurant Week as well. Located at 312 Daniel Webster Highway, customers can call 279-3313 or visit www.giuseppesnh. com for more information. Giuseppe’s is an Italian restaurant with nightly musical entertainment. Diners can enjoy the festive atmosphere along

with menu items like Lobster Ravioli with sun-dried tomato cream sauce; Veal Parmigiana baked with homemade marinara sauce and mozzarella; or Chicken Alfredo Florentine with fresh sautéed spinach and pecorino romano cheese, served over fettuccini pasta.

O Steaks & Seafood located at the Lake Opechee Inn at Doris Ray Court in Laconia will have a special Restaurant Week menu with a few different options for a fixed price.

Regular menu items include tempting options like Lobster Mac and Cheese; Chilean Sea Bass with vegetable stir fry and a sweet soy broth; and Kobe and Prime NY Strip, hand cut to order.

For further information, call 524-9373 or visit www.opecheeinn.com/dining.

Canoe Restaurant and Tavern at 232 Whittier Highway in Center Harbor will also have special offerings for the week, or diners can choose to order from the regular menu and enjoy a dish like Grilled Salmon with lobster-asparagus hash; Beef Tenderloin Medallions; or Roast Chicken with citrus and herb marinade, spicy green beans and a house pilaf. Canoe Restaurant can be reached at 253-4762 or visit www. magicfoodsrestaurantgroup.com.

Wolfe’s Tavern at The Wolfeboro Inn, 90 North Main Street, is looking forward to Restaurant Week. Chef Hoke Wilson is planning some special dinner options. There are already delicious choices on the regular menu such as Sautéed Cider-Glazed Shrimp with grilled asparagus and a bacon apple risotto; Short-Rib Shepherd’s Pie in a red wine, mushroom, and onion sauce topped with parmesan mashed potato; and Sesame-Crusted Sashimi Grade Tuna with a mango basil sauce and wasabi drizzle. Wolfe’s Tavern can be reached at 569-3016 or online at www.wolfestavern.com.

The Rusty Moose at 15 Homestead Place in Alton is also participating in Restaurant Week. Featured items on their regular menu include specialty burgers and salads, steak, chicken, and pasta dishes. For further details, call 855-2012 or visit www. rustymooserestaurantnh.com.

Restaurant Week is the perfect excuse to get out of the house on a cold night and warm up with a delicious dinner.

There are plenty of options on this list, sure to please every palate!

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Restaurant Week New Hampshire takes place once a year, and it’s an opportunity for diners to sample signature dishes at local restaurants, as well as some new dishes. It’s also a great chance for restaurants to entice new customers, and at the same time, offer something new to regulars. Some restaurant owners run specials during restaurant week, while others choose to list options on a separate fixedprice menu. It’s a good idea to call ahead to find out what a restaurant is offering, and if it’s necessary to make a reservation.

Restaurant Week, taking place this year from March 18 to 25, is a program overseen by The New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association, or NHLRA, based in Concord, NH. The association was founded in 1914, representing the business interests of the hospitality and tourism industry.

Its mission is to promote, advocate, educate and inform those businesses.

Restaurant Week is one way to promote the restaurant industry and bring in customers. Here are some Lakes Region-area restaurants celebrating Restaurant Week.

The Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich has participated in Restaurant Week for several years now. Don Brown is the owner, and while the menu for this year hasn’t been decided on yet, he shared some delicious options offered last year. The menu started with a choice of soups or salads; included on that list was the inn’s famous Lobster and Mushroom Bisque, as well as the signature Corner House Salad with field greens, gorgonzola, cranberries, and candied walnuts, tossed in a maple sherry vinaigrette. Entrees included Baked Haddock, Grilled Canadian Salmon, Chicken Carbonara and Grilled Pork Tenderloin. Diners had the choice of ordering the popular Ice Cream Crepe for dessert, made with ice cream from the Sandwich Creamery, or a Guinness Chocolate Pudding Cake, made especially for Restaurant Week. The menu also featured wines at special prices. It all sounds tempting and I can’t wait to see what’s on the menu this year! The Corner House Inn is located at 22 Main Street in Center Sandwich.

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Rotary Club of Wolfeboro Donates to The Nick Don Smith, President of Wolfeboro Rotary Club, presents Steve Hale, President of The Nick Board, with a check for $2,500 on behalf of Rotary’s members who want to support The Nick in its efforts to grow its Endowment Fund. This is the fourth installment of a $25,000 Challenge approved by Rotary Members to be donated to The Nick over a 10-year period.

These funds are to be used towards The Nick’s Endowment Fund to help secure The Nick in perpetuity for generations to come, providing recreational opportunities for the young and old, and enhancing the quality of life in our community. Each year The Nick works hard to find a matching donor to meet this challenge. This year

the $2,500 challenge was met through personal contributions made by The Nick Board and Staff members.

Pictured left to right; John Pernokas, Steve Hale, Alex Hunt, Don Smith, Holly Williams Aucoin and Ivette Babylon.

The Rotary Club of Wolfeboro meets each Monday at 5:30 p.m. in the 1812 Room of the Wolfeboro Inn. Following a light dinner, members hear a guest speaker on various topics of interest.

Interested men and women are always welcome to come and learn more about the benefits of joining Rotary.

To learn more about the Wolfeboro Rotary Club visit www. wolfebororotary.org.

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It’s the Sweet Season of Maple Syrup Celebrate with Maple Weekend The New Hampshire Maple Producers Association will be hosting Maple Sugaring Month from March 12 to April 3 as well as the 21st Annual Maple Weekend returning March 19 to 20.

The unique weekend offers families and any and all spectators a chance to visit one or more sugarhouses, either nearby or across the state. It is a perfect chance to watch maple syrup being made and to sample all sorts of maple goodies.

Maple sugar makers statewide will open the doors of their sap houses, inviting the public to share in the centuries-old craft of maple sugaring.

Come and chat with the producers in your local area. They will be happy to share how their operation works. Many will be offering free samples of fresh syrup, as well as samples of maple candies and confections, coffee and doughnuts.

Some locations will have pancake breakfasts, petting farms or horsedrawn rides. Experience the centuriesold craft and taste why pure New Hampshire maple syrup has long been a delicious harbinger of spring.

For a complete list of maple sugar farms and directions to each farm and specific events offered, visit www. nhmapleproducers.com.

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March at the Squam Lakes Science Center As late winter moves into early spring, the Squam Lakes Science Center in Holderness is offering some great programs to get the entire family out and into the natural world.

On Sat., March 5, Wild Winter Walk: Guided Tour of the Live Animal Trail takes place from 1 to 3 pm. The guided tour of the live animal trail is offered for adults and families with children ages 6 and up.

Many people wonder what happens to the animals at the Science Center during winter. Most of them stay in the same place, just as they would in the wild. Participants can see the animals as they are led by a staff naturalist who will guide the walk on the live animal exhibit trail and discuss how native animals are well-adapted for winter in New Hampshire. Be ready to snowshoe or walk the trail and see beautiful wild animals in their winter fur coats. Snowshoes are available at no extra cost or attendees may bring their own. An adult must accompany children. Advance registration is required by noon the day before the

Animal Trail from 1 to 3 pm. Bring a brown bag lunch for the time in .COM between. Advance registration is required by noon the day before the program.

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The mission of the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is to DiningO advance understanding of ecology by exploring New Hampshire’s natural world. Through spectacular live animal exhibits, natural science education programs, an informal public garden, and lake cruises, the Science Center has educated and enlightened visitors offer a fascinating program for since 1966 about the importance people of all ages to see wild birds of the natural world. Squam Lakes up close. Learn about why and how Natural Science Center is located the Science Center captures, bands, on Route 113 in Holderness, an easy drive from exit 24 off I-93, and and releases the birds that gather at winter-feeding stations. An adult is open daily from May 1 through must accompany children. Time November 1. The Science Center will be spent indoors, and outdoors; is accredited by the Association of Your point-and-click Lakes Region.

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If minimum enrollment is not met, programs may be cancelled. Walkins may be accommodated if space is available. The Guided Tour of the Live Animal Trail also takes place on Sat., March 12 from 1 to 3 pm.

If you love birds, plan to attend Winter Bird Banding on Sat., March 12 from 10 am to noon. The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center will

Ukrainian Egg Decorating Just in Time for Easter Learn how to create a beautifully decorated egg that will last for years to come at the League of NH Craftsmen – Meredith Fine Craft Gallery on Sat., March 12 and Sunday, March 13 from 10 am to 1 pm with a Ukrainian Egg Decorating class led by artist Judi Lemaire.

Judi specializes in Batik egg decorating; over the past 20 years she has studied traditional designs and developed her own unique

expressions using both traditional and modern methods. Students will get a gift box, egg stand and glaze to take home with their egg.

Tuition is $20.00 per student, and there is no additional materials fee.

Space is limited; pre-registration is required. To register for this class call the League of NH Craftsmen – Fine Craft Gallery at 279-7920 or visit the Gallery at 279 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith.

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Prescott Farm’s Maple Sugar Madness For over 15 years Prescott Farm on White Oaks Road in Laconia has been offering Maple Sugar Madness programs to school groups and the public during the month of March. On Saturdays, March 5 to 26, the public is invited to take part in the 1 1/2 hour program. Available program times include 10 to 11:30 am, noon to 1:30 pm and 2 to 3:30 pm. All that attend will get to experience an old-fashioned New England tradition – making maple syrup.

From tapping a tree to tasting delicious maple syrup, visitors will have hands-on participation in every step of the syrup making process. The farm’s environmental educators will help participants build tree ID skills and learn the parts of a tree and their functions, use measuring tools to find an appropriate tree to tap, use historical and modern tree tapping tools, learn the history of maple sugaring including Native American legends, and discover the math and chemical/physical science in the boiling process. The program also involves a 20-minute walk to the farm’s Sugar House. Please wear boots

and dress appropriately for the weather.

Snowshoes will be provided as needed.

Reservations are required and space is limited (per each program time), so please reserve your spot well in advance. The cost is $10 ($8 for members of Prescott Farm). Ages 3 and under are free. Reservations can be made online at www.prescottfarm.org or call 366-5695.

(Prescott Farm is a non-profit organization that offers environmental education for all ages throughout the year including WildQuest camps, public programs, field trips, long-term partnerships with local elementary schools and NOW Fledglings NatureBased Preschool. The 160-acre historic family farm features woodland and field trails, a “green” building with geothermal and solar energy systems, historic barns, an old-fashioned maple sugaring operation (during the month of March), heritage gardens, and forested pond. Prescott Farm is open year round, seven days a week from 9 am to 4 pm. It is free to come for a hike or explore the “green” building.)

Ice-Out Contest The Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce announces a new event, the 2016 Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce Ice Out Contest. Susan Cerutti, Executive Director of the Chamber reports that the Chamber board was looking to hold a winter event, which would tie in with the New England Pond Hockey Classic, the Great Meredith Fishing Derby and Skatefest in Center Harbor.

The contest is a chance to predict Ice Out on Lake Winnipesaukee and bring home one of three great prizes. The one closest to the actual ice out date will win $2,500 cash, the second prize is $500 and the third place winner will receive a one night’s stay at Mill Falls at the Lake.

Tickets sales will end on March 15 and in case of a tie the winner will be determined by a drawing. When submitting a prediction, those entering

the contest will submit the month and date as well as time, (am or pm) of their predicted ice out. The official Ice Out on Lake Winnipesaukee is when the Mount Washington can navigate its route as determined by Emerson Aviation.

Tickets are $10 each and are now available at the following businesses: Meredith Aubuchon, Bayside Rentals, Cross Insurance, Hart’s Restaurant, Lamprey Real Estate Associates, Middleton Building Supply, Oglethorpe Fine Arts and Crafts, Realgreen Lawn and Land Care, and Re/Max Bayside.

Tickets also are available at the Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce office, which is open 9 am to 4 pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays during the winter months. Further information is available on the Chamber website www.meredithareachamber. com.

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16 Acorn Drive, Alton $900,000

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21 Point Breeze, Wolfeboro $459,000

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SOLD 55 Waumbeck Rd, Wolfeboro $265,000

56 Pipers Point Lane, Alton $1,500,000

112 Broadside, Wolfeboro $825,000

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23 Crystal Shore Rd, Wolfeboro $1,295,000

77 Winona Shores, Meredith $655,000

344 Sewall Rd, Wolfeboro $1,200,000

43 Harbor Way #8, Wolfeboro $586,500

110 Oakwood Road, Wolfeboro $1,185,000

163 North Shore Rd, New Durham $483,500

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491 Gov Wentworth Hwy, Tuftonboro $372,500

457 Dudley Road, Alton $299,900

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1 Autumn Lane, Wolfeboro $328,000

12 Peggys Cove, Alton $297,000

SOLD 82 Greenes Basin Rd, Moultonborough $242,000

718 Old Wolfeboro Road, Alton $307,000

377A Kings Highway, New Durham $293,000

SOLD 31 Friar Tuck, Wolfeboro $241,000

10 Old Mill Drive, Wolfeboro $306,500

72 North Wolfeboro Rd, Wolfeboro $278,000

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16 Depot Street, Wolfeboro $200,000

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447 Beach Pond Rd., Wolfeboro $215,000

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70 Whitten Neck Rd #1, Wolfeboro $210,000

35 Beech River Circle, Ossipee $185,000

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4 Alpine Meadows, Wolfeboro $210,000

15 Federal Corner Rd, Tuftonboro $180,000

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34 Sanctuary Lane, Alton $205,000

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Yester year Winter Carnivals, Outing Clubs and Old-Time Fun

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper Although the winter of 2015/2016 will soon be a thing of the past, and thus far has been quite mild, there have been many years of blizzards and cabinfever. How have residents historically gotten through a long, cold winter in New Hampshire? Nothing says winter fun quite like a winter carnival.

In days of old, when roads were nearly impassable in winter and folks could not travel as far, they made their own fun at winter carnival gatherings that included ice skating, snowmen making, dances and suppers and the crowning of a carnival queen. These simple celebrations brought people out to socialize and have fun in the snow.

In the Newfound Lake area, the little village of Hebron got in on winter carnival fun starting in about 1922. According to A Brief History of Hebron, NH by Ron Collins, that was the year a winter carnival was planned.

It was tied in with the area outing and ski clubs, such as the one on Tenney Hill in Hebron.

Bristol, also in the Newfound area, seems to have embraced the fun of winter carnival events, and such outdoor competitions as a Carnival Log Rolling contest drew big crowds of spectators.

In 1923 the club put together and

The crowning of Jack Frost and Miss Snowflake at the winter carnival dance, Bristol Community Center, Bristol. (Photo courtesy Tapply Thompson Community Center) sponsored Bristol’s first winter carnival.

The event proved wildly popular and grew over the years. A typical winter carnival included snowshoeing, ice skating, winter sports competitions, ski jumping, parades and a festive carnival

ball with dancing and music by an orchestra; those who braved the winter weather had a social event to talk about for the remainder of the winter.

At some point, the club enlarged the winter carnival to include a Jack Frost

and Miss Snowflake dance for high schoolers. The pageant, held at the town’s community center in Bristol, featured competing students from the local high school with the winners crowned during the dance.

Gunstock in Gilford has been the place for winter fun for decades. The resort is no stranger to winter carnivals, starting many years ago. A newspaper article in The Telegraph (Nashua) from 1989 stated that the resort’s winter carnival was set to begin on February 19 with many activities planned, such as a snow sculpture contest, a dance, a torchlight parade down the ski slopes, a ski race, basketball competition and more.

Wolfeboro’s winter carnival began in the 1940s at the area that would become Abenaki Ski Area. The Abenaki Outing Club members were enjoying winter activities on a hill in the town and wanted to promote winter activities. The club presented a winter carnival in the 1940s, with skiing, skating and other outdoor pastimes.

Winter carnival got its start in Franklin when the town’s recreation department was given the go-ahead to build a ski area in the town. The Franklin Outing Club stepped in to

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March, 2016 • Yesteryear Continued from page 8 help the recreation department run the ski area and in 1962, the Great Gains Ski Area (which became the Veteran’s Memorial Ski Area) held its first winter carnival.

Many years later, the Franklin Outing Club was still offering a winter carnival. Testifying to the staying power of the club and the carnival, 2015 marked the 53rd year of the winter event. Such events as a casserole supper and bonfire, a pancake breakfast and a fishing derby do not sound all that different from the events of the oldtime carnivals in the early 1900s.

In 1922, a winter carnival was held in Tamworth with Hazel Evans crowned as carnival queen. She rode in the festive carnival parade in a sled led by the famous Chinook sled dog.

Other outdoor winter adventures have been a part of the Lakes Region for years and perhaps the most beloved is the annual Laconia World Championship Sled Dog Derby.

According to From Yesterday to Today The World Championship Sled Dog Derby by Cynthia Molburg, the races began in Laconia in around 1930 and were part of other events presented by the New England Sled Dog Club.

By 1931, the Laconia Sled Dog Club was created to promote the sport in the area. Clearly, the event was very popular, and by 1936, the title World Championship was added.

Sled dog competitors (known as mushers) came from around the country and as far away as Canada to participate in the race. When World

War II broke out, the races ceased but saw resurgence in the mid 1950s.

At that time, the Belknap County Sportsman Club sponsored the event.

Some of the members of the former Laconia Sled Dog Club stepped in to help as well and formed the Lakes Region Sled Dog Club. Many local organizations and such departments as local police and road crews and city officials helped as well.

In the 1960s, the races were very popular and brought excitement to the area in the deep winter. Over 40 team drivers might race on any given year and spectators filled the sidewalks of Laconia to cheer on the teams.

Wintertime outdoor lovers joined together all over New Hampshire in the early 1900s to create carnivals and also to enjoy snow sports. Four local men formed the Tamworth Outing Club in 1935. In the group’s initial minutes, it was recorded, “The object for which this corporation is established is to promote and encourage out-door sports and recreation, and to furnish or otherwise secure facilities for the same; and to aid in such development of the region as is consistent with its character and the thought of its inhabitants.”

The club was quite active and they created lots of outdoor opportunities for visitors and locals alike. Their early projects included trail clearing and a rope tow created in 1936 and ski races in the winter of 1937. They also sponsored a sled dog race in 1937 and held popular barn dances in winter and summer.

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The program includes the world renowned “Prelude to Die Meistersinger” by Richard Wagner; and Antonin Dvorak’s magnificent “Symphony No. 7”.

LRSO also performs Haydn’s “Concerto in C Major for Cello and Orchestra” featuring cellist Jacob MacKay. Jacob MacKay is a junior at Brandeis University pursuing a double major in Environmental Studies and Cello Performance. He performed with the New Hampshire Philharmonic Orchestra from 2006 to 2011, sitting for many years as assistant principal, and has been a member of the Keene Chamber Orchestra since 2006 where he often serves as principal.

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First performed in 1868, Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg is Wagner’s only mature comedy and tells the story of Master Singers of the middle of the 16th century. Part of the larger four-and-a-half-hour opera, the Overture to Act III is one of Wagner’s most familiar works.

Dvorak, influenced heavily by Wagner, composed Symphony No. 7 as a dedication to his intense patriotism for his Czech Republic homeland.

This work is known as the “Tragic Symphony” as the second movement evokes a tragic air, owing to the death of Dvorak’s mother and his oldest child.

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Meanwhile, Down at the Farm Story & Photos

by Barbara Neville Wilson In our pre-packaged and instant world, we sometimes forget that radishes and lettuce, eggs, honey and horses don’t appear magically with summer. Arrival depends upon careful planning, organization and hard work that start months before.

This month at Wolfeboro’s Crooked Pine Farm, Mark and Brenda Lush are busily planning, preparing and planting.

For nearly 30 years, the Lushes have raised vegetables, eggs, poultry, meat and boys. Parents to three sons, this is the first growing season when they will not have a full contingent of “forced labor,” as Mark laughingly calls the young men’s help. They use February and March to evaluate their usual offerings and choose what to cut back on from their usual broad list of products.

Mark doesn’t mind spending March weekends planting lettuce, spinach and onions in the family’s high tunnel, a passive solar-warmed greenhouse.

When outdoor daytime temperatures rise into the 40s, the high tunnel thermometer rises into the 70s and 80s.

The spinach and lettuce are the first of several waves of leafy vegetables he’ll grow in the hoop house and harvest before the weather gets too warm in early summer. Onions will be transplanted to the outside garden in April and harvested in August or September. Already, garlic is growing in garden rows. It was planted in fall

and harvested in July.

This year’s mild winter has Mark hoping he’ll be able to direct-seed peas, carrots and radishes into the garden earlier than in other years, but if he does, he’ll need to keep defensive tools ready: row cover and plastic in the case of frost or even snow.

In addition to vegetables, the Lushes raise poultry and meat. Their 20 or so laying chickens give eggs year-round, and Brenda has already started plans for the 300 meat chickens she will order in three waves this year. Like leafy vegetables, chickens don’t like

extremes in temperature. Therefore, she’ll get her first two batches in spring and the last 100 or so in September. It takes eight to 10 weeks for a chicken to reach full size.

Farming is a family and even a neighborhood endeavor at Crooked Pine. Brenda, son Casey, brother Bruce and a neighbor have worked together on a new “luxury” chicken house with six doors for easy exit to the pasture.

All chickens have plenty of room for free grazing in this farmyard.

Thanksgiving turkey orders are being taken now, and the birds will

arrive in two batches in July and August. The July birds will reach 2535 pounds by November. Turkeys are the only animals that don’t receive organic feed at Crooked Pine. “It’s just too expensive,” says Brenda. “No one would be able to afford them.”

Brenda is anxiously awaiting the birth of lambs. Five sheep are pregnant, and if figures from other years hold true, they can expect around eight lambs. Once they arrive, males will be separated from females.

Males will be sterilized and females will have their tails bobbed. Six weeks later, males will go to the butcher and females assimilated into the flock.

The Lushes are taking orders now for pigs. They’ll arrive in April or May and go to slaughter four or so months afterwards. Beef cows take one-anda-half years to mature for meat. Since they still have beef enough in the freezer for their own use, they expect to wait another year before raising more.

As the days get longer, Mark enjoys spending more time outside preparing vegetable beds, turning compost, and Brenda strategizes their plans for the Wolfeboro Farmers’ Market where they sell most of their produce.

In addition to vegetables and meat, Brenda has built a following for her baked goods, especially gluten- and dairy-free options.

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Winter Walk at the Loon Center Story & Photos by Barbara Neville Wilson The sun is lower on the horizon today. Warm rays and blue skies call me out of the house, but on this day, lack of snow means no cross-country skiing, no snowshoeing. What to do?

I consider a hike up Red Hill in Moultonboro, but no friends can join me. Should I go alone? Uphill hiking in winter? On a trail new to me? Not safe. (Editor’s note: it is best to hike with another person on mountain treks, especially in the winter.)

Instead, I drive Route 109 and turn at Lee’s Mill Road next to Buckey’s Restaurant and Tavern in Moultonboro.

I pass sprawling homes and horse barns. I slow down to gander at the New Woodshed Restaurant, then the road turns to dirt, and I continue until I see the billboard featuring an oversized loon. Here I turn and park. I’m at the Loon Center.

Although the headquarters to the 40year old Loon Preservation Society is open only Thursday through Saturday in winter, its hiking trails are open 365 days a year, dawn until dusk.

I join another car in the parking lot, pull ice cleats over my winter boots and head to the well-marked trailhead. As I slog across the muddy ground, I wonder if the cleats are really necessary. We’ve had another spell of above-average temperatures and much of the ground snow has melted.

As I duck into the woods, a hand-

wrought kiosk introducing the Frederick and Paula Anna Markus Wildlife Sanctuary greets me. Its 200 acres was generously donated, the sign says, in order to promote protection, biomonitoring, appreciation and understanding of the natural environment.

I’m faced by two trail choices: The Forest Trail, marked in red, is .2 miles.

The trail guide, available at the kiosk, describes it as “a very short, flat, and easy loop through mixed woods.”

Wanting more of a workout, I choose the Loon Nest Trail and inwardly scoff when I read that I can expect to spend an hour travelling its rocky and uneven

1.7 miles. I crave exercise. “I’ll be back in 40 minutes,” I think.

I turn right and am immediately struck by the beauty of the stream meandering next to the trail. It twists and turns part-ice and part free water flanked by trees and bridged by fallen logs. I pause to take a few pictures, jockeying to get just the right angle.

I’m struck also by the genius of whoever it was who invented ice cleats.

The teeth under my boots give sturdy traction on the path of water-topped, thawing ice.

Though I am alone, I can see by tracks that someone has passed recently. I study the large tracks and

decide it is a man—a man with a dog.

And by the looks of it, he did not have the advantage of cleats and possibly not waterproof boots, either. He and the dog often veer off the water-laden path to higher, drier ground.

From time to time there are boardwalks over particularly wet sections of trail and simple bridges where water runs free.

Soon, I reach a bench with a first view of Lake Winnipesaukee. I pause to take a photo, then two, and then five of a bright red bob house and two fishermen out on the ice. I linger, watching them huddle near what looks like a fire. Yes. I see smoke. Then more smoke.

They quench the fire and walk away, across the ice.

I continue, pondering the words on the kiosk about the man who donated these 200 acres along the Lake Winnipesaukee shore, “…he escaped to this location where he studied rock formations and nature.”

So far I’ve seen no unusual rocks.

The trail is well marked by yellow metal on trees along the path. I smile at a new sign up ahead. “Caution,” it says, “Slippery Bridge.” Obviously, this is a trail checked regularly. I feel safe.

Just after the bridge, I meet my first wildlife: a red squirrel. It looks over its shoulder and scolds me as it beats retreat.

A large erratic comes into view,

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March, 2016 •Loon Center Continued from page 14 flanked by smaller lichen-covered boulders. I stop to take pictures, fooling with adjustments, hoping to capture the subtle color change of the curling growth on the granite surface.

What’s that? An entrance into a winter’s den. A fox, perhaps? What else would live there, cozy despite winter storms? I cautiously lower my camera into the mouth, taking picture after picture, hoping to justly capture inner and outer light.

Frustrated, I continue on. Sounds have changed around me. Squirrels chatter, traffic is more subdued. I pick my way through a rock meadow and hear birds calling.

A morning dove. And chickadees; lots of chickadees.

The path declines to lakeshore and sapling grove. The air boils with quick flick of chickadee wings. They play leapfrog. Taking turns, they move short distances.

Camera ready, I hunch down and focus my camera on a branch where a bird will show magnificently on Winnipesaukee background.

I wait.

Chickadees flit on branches above, beside, and on point…just at the moment I shift weight and rebalance.

I wait. and wait. and wait. How to capture their subtle color, that packed energy?

The flock has passed. Yards ahead, they flit and land.

This time I will capture their dance.

I focus my camera and crouch, stockstill.

I wait. I wait. And realize I no longer hear the hum of traffic, only birds and wind in trees.

Chickadees vanish.

No need to wait.

A newly downed tree blocks the trail.

Again, I see the care taken on this trail. A detour has been cut. Neat-cut hemlock branches lie on the hill, still green. Yellow tags mark the path.

I ease to the left, away from boulders and the lake. The hum of traffic is heard again. No more bird calls.

A branch grabs my toe and suddenly I am slipping on rotting ice. Startled, I look at my traitor foot. No ice cleat.

Visually, I retrace my step. There!

Hanging on the ground branch is the cleat.

I return it to its place and resume the pace, grateful again for teethed boots.

The Loon Trail loop closes and I turn right to retrace my steps to the kiosk and Loon Center. Same trail, different angle.

I spy more animal dens. I silently thank the hands that make boardwalks and bridges.

Re-crossing the parking lot, the sucking sound of boot in mud says the worst of winter is behind. My watch says the hour-long hike has stretched near to two.

Spring is near.

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March 5, Wild Winter Walk: Guided Tour of the Live Animal Trail, 1 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, families (kids age 6 & up), 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

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by Chef Hoke Wilson Prime Rib of Beef with Roasted Shallot Jus and Horseradish Cream Baked Brown Sugar and Mustard-Glazed Artisan Ham with a Ginger Sherry Pan Sauce & Tomato Mango Chutney Roasted Leg of Lamb with Red Wine and Fresh Marjoram Sauce and an Artichoke, Sweet Red Pepper & Mint Relish North Atlantic Salmon with Dry Vermouth, Fresh Tarragon and Leek Sauce. Garnished with Capers, Scallions & Fresh Orange Zest.

Reservations strongly recommended

March 5, 12, 19 & 26, Maple Syrup Season, learn about maple syruping, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, White Oaks Rd., Laconia, info: 366-5695, www.prescottfarm.org.

March 8, NH on Skis, 6:30 pm, Gilford Public Library, Potter Hill Rd., Gilford, free, open to public, NH ski history talk, provided by a grant from the NH Humanities. Info: 524-6042.

March 10, Carroll County Hillsdale 4-H Dairy Club, 7-9 pm. Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. The club focuses on learning about various dairy breeds of cattle, goats and sheep, while participating in local and state 4-H activities. The club is open to all residents of Carroll County, ages 8-18 (as of Jan. 1, 2016). Free, contact Lindsey McAllister at lmcallister@ remickmuseum.org. 603-323-7591.

March 10, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Michael Lang performs, reservations: 284-6219, www.cornerhouseinn.com.

March 12, Barnyard Basics Workshop: Raising Sheep & Lambing Basics, 10 am-noon. Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, Tamworth Village workshop for beginning sheep owners or those interested in raising a flock for meat and/or fiber. The workshop will include a tour of the Remick lambing barn as well as an opportunity for hands-on experience with flock of North Country Cheviots, ages 18 & above. Pre-register by March 10. 323-7591.

March 12, Wild Winter Walk: Guided Tour of the Live Animal Trail, 1 pm, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, families (kids age 6 & up), 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

March 12-13, Ukrainian Egg Decorating Workshop, 10 am-1 pm, Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, Rt. 3, Meredith, pre-register: 279-7920.

March 13, Awakening, Celebrating the Seasons Nature Series, learn how the earth reawakens for spring, adults only: 10-11:30 am; families: 11-2:30 pm.

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, White Oaks Rd., Laconia, info: 366-5695, www.prescottfarm.org.

March 13-19, Arts Alive!, area school children’s artwork displayed at the historic Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, free, open to public, 5248813, www.belknapmill.org.

March 13, Michael Arnowitt Jazz Suite from West Side Story concert, 2 pm, presented by Wolfeboro Friends of Music, Anderson Hall, Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro, tickets/info: 569-2151, www.wfriendsofmusic.org.

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March 17, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Brian Hastings performs, reservations: 284-6219, www.cornerhouseinn.com.

March 17, St. Patrick’s Day Country Dinner, 5:30–7 pm. Céad míle fáilte!

Celebrate New England ‘Scotch-Irish’ Foodways in Remick style. Featuring farm-raised meats and accompaniments based on authentic recipes, festive Celtic music, a cozy fire and good company. Dessert includes a round of historical table trivia with delicious prizes. $40/person, ages 18 & above. Call for menu. Space

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March 18-25, Restaurant Week NH, special menus at select restaurants, info.: www.restaurantweeknh.com.

March18, Connie Dover with Skip Gorman,The Great Hall, Wolfeboro Town Hall, 84 S. Main Street, Wolfeboro. Call 569-7710, www.greatwaters.org.

March 19, Dvorak!, concert at Inter Lakes Community Auditorium, Rt. 25, Meredith, 7:30 pm. cellist Jacob MacKay, tickets/info: www.lrso.org.

March 19, NE Irish Harp Orchestra concert, Wakefield Opera House, Sanbornville, 7 pm, tickets: 522-0126, www.wakefieldoperahouse.org.

March 19, Zentangle workshops (basics workshop 10:30 am-12:30 pm & beyond basics: 1:30-3:30 pm), Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, Rt. 3, Meredith, pre-register: 279-7920.

March 19-20, Maple Weekend, sap houses open and special events and samples offered all over NH, info/list of participating businesses: www. nhmapleproducers.com.

March 20, Paul Dykstra piano concert, free, open to public, Taylor Community Music Series, Laconia, info: www.taylorcommunity.org.

March 24, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Marion Posner and Kate Vachon perform, reservations: 284-6219, www.cornerhouseinn.com.

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March 25, Small Farmers Club: Sugar Snow, 10 am-noon. Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, Tamworth Village. Each monthly session includes a hands-on activity inspired by Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House book series, ages 2-6. Parent/guardian must accompany child/children for duration of activity. Dress to spend time outdoors. Pre-registration required by Thursday, March 24; no walk-ins. 323-7591.

March 26, Community Contra Dances by G.A.L.A. (Global Awareness Local Action), taking place at Wolfeboro Town Hall, 84 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 7 pm, all ages welcome. Info: 539-6460, www.galacommunity.org.

March 26, Moonlit Walks 6-7:30 pm, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, White Oaks Rd., Laconia, walk in the winter outdoors to learn about nature, info: 366-5695, www.prescottfarm.org.

March 31, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Simon Brooks performs, reservations: 284-6219, www.cornerhouseinn.com.

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April 3, Family Concert, featuring Concerto Competition third-place winner violinist Jonathan Lee, along with the Select Chorus from Moultonboro Central School. Tickts/info: www.lrso.org.

April 7, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Bonnie Marshall performs, reservations: 284-6219, www. cornerhouseinn.com.

April 9, Heifetz on Tour concert, 7:30 pm, presented by Wolfeboro Friends of Music, Anderson Hall, Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro, tickets/info: 569-2151, www.wfriendsofmusic.org.

April 14, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Debra Ballou performs, reservations: 284-6219, www.cornerhouseinn.com.

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April 15-17, TABLESCAPES table design event, 10 am-4 pm, Wolfeboro Inn, 90 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, 569-0078, www.wolfeboroarts.org.

April 21, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Shelley Hersey performs, reservations: 284-6219, www.cornerhouseinn.com.

April 23, Community Contra Dances by G.A.L.A. (Global Awareness Local Action), taking place at Wolfeboro Town Hall, 84 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 7 pm, all ages welcome. Info: 539-6460, www.galacommunity.org.

April 23, New Legacy Swing Band, 7 pm, Wakefield Opera House, Sanbornville, 7 pm, tickets: 522-0126, www.wakefieldoperahouse.org.

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April 28, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113, Center Sandwich, 6:30 pm, Libby Franck performs, reservations: 284-6219,

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Ongoing Belknap Mill, programs and self-guided tours of the Power House, 1823 historic former textile mill. Hours/information: 524-8813. The Mill Plaza, 25 Beacon Street East, Laconia.

Benz Center Senior Meals, Sandwich, each Wednesday at noon. Well-balanced and delicious meal. Ages 60 and older are targeted, small donation requested, 284-7211, http://www.benzcommunitycenter.webs.com.

Billiards Club, Monday nights at 6:30 pm, Tapply Thompson Community Center, Bristol, pick-up pool games, chance to socialize, info: 744-8159.

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Concerts at 12 Main, Arts Center at 12 Main, Sandwich village, 7:30 pm, select Concerts in the fall and winter. Info: 284-7115, contact@advicetotheplayers.org.

Country, Bluegrass, and Gospel Music Jam, Tuesdays, 6:30-9:30 pm, Old White Church, Route 109A, Tuftonboro, across from Tuftonboro General Store and Post Office. Musicians and listeners welcome. Free. Call 569-3861.

Grange Community Service Bee, meets second and fourth Tues. of the month, 9-11 am, work on making lap robes for nursing homes and shut-ins. Discussion of other community projects, Huntoon Farm, 46 Huntoon Rd., Danbury, info: 768-5579.

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Live Jazz every Thursday at 8 pm, Pitman’s Freight Room, 94 New Salem St., Laconia. Call 494-3334, pitmansfreightroom.com.

Masonic Breakfast, First Sunday of each month, 7-11:30 am, 35 Trotting Track Road, Wolfeboro. Fresh fruit, omelets made to order, scrambled eggs, hash browns, cereal etc.

New Horizons Band of the Lakes Region, meets Tuesdays at 7 pm at Music Clinic, Rt. 3, Belmont, all musicians welcome, info: 528-6672.

Open Mic/Jam Night, Thursdays, 7-11 pm, Hawg’s Pen Cafe, Farmington. All levels, styles, and genres welcome. Info: shadowsoundmusic@yahoo.com.

Open Mic every Friday at 7:30 pm, The Back Room at the Mill Fudge Factory, 2 Central St., Bristol, 744-0405, themillfudgefactory.com.

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Ossipee Knit/Crochet meets at the Ossipee Public Library on the second and fourth Friday of each month, 1:30-3 pm.

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Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, dawn-dusk, 928 White Oaks Rd., Laconia. Historic farm with 160 acres offers three miles of hiking trails, gardens, bird and wildlife viewing plus barn. Special events and programs throughout the year. Call 366-5695. www.prescottfarm.org.

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Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth Village. Activities and tours, exhibits, workshops, Capt. Enoch Remick House and farm stand. Call for hours 323-7591 or 800-686-6117, www.remickmuseum.org.

Woodside Carvers, informal group of Lakes Region men and women who enjoy carving, meet Thursday mornings, 9-11 am in the dry craft room, Woodside Building Conference Center, Taylor Community, 435 Union Ave., Laconia. Info: email gary@garybrockdesign.com.

Danbury Grange Winter Market, first Sat. of each month through May, 9 am, Blazing Star Grange, 15 North Rd., Danbury.

Tamworth Winter Market, (Feb. 13, 27, March 12, 26, April 9 & 23), Tamworth Town House, Main St., Tamworth, 9 am-1 pm, info: wwwtamworthfarmersmarket. org.

Wolfeboro Indoor Farmer’s Market, second and fourth Saturday of each month through April 9. First Congregational Church, 115 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 10 am-2 pm, info: www.wolfeboroareafarmersmarket.com.

March 1, White Mt. Huts: Past and Future, Allen Koop talk on history of AMC huts, 7-8 pm, Minot Sleeper Library, Bristol, info: 744-3352.

March 3, Dinner & Storytelling at Corner House Inn, Jct. Rts. 109 & 113,

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Add a beautiful New England woman singer/ guitarist with a warm, lovely voice and a heart full of love and joie de vivre. Her selections are smooth classics from the songbooks of Joni Mitchell, Carol King, Eva Cassidy and other beloved female artists.

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Multi-Child Discounts Introduced

Cornerstone Christian Academy Board introduces sliding scale tuition.

Young Inventors Club

A heated hat . . . removable sports cleats . . . sheets that hold your pillows on the bed – these are just a few of the amazing inventions that K-8 Cornerstone students and their friends devised to solve the problems that they face in their daily lives. This 5-week program involved students in every step of the process from defining the problem, creating a solution, researching feasibility, collaborating with peers, developing a prototype, and presenting it to a judge. Those inventors whose inventions received the highest scores are invited to present at the Regional Convention in March.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Cornerstone Christian Academy recently announced a new sliding scale tuition policy for students entering kindergarten-8th grade in 2016-17. In addition, the 30 year-old independent school offers a series of early bird incentives that decrease tuition significantly. The first and most generous of those discounts was available until March 1st; however, the incentives continue.

Starting in September 2016, full tuition for a student whose family has Adjusted Gross Income of $43,000 is $3,440. If that family registers by April 1st, that tuition will be further discounted to $3,096. The family saves $344.

In addition, families with more than one student at Cornerstone will receive discounts ranging from 20-50% per additional student.

The Cornerstone Board has announced the new Variable Tuition policy with early registration and multi-child discounts as a response to the school community’s desire to make a Cornerstone education accessible to all.

Families will pay tuition in proportion to their financial resources. For instance, a family with income below $20,000 pays a maximum of $999; up to $39,999, $2,400; and $79,999, $4,200.

Cornerstone Christian Academy is a 30 year-old independent, non-denominational school set on 192 acres on Route 28 in Ossipee. It serves kindergarten to 8th grade and includes Early Childhood Education for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers. Families come from Wakefield, Ossipee, Conway, Parsonsfield, ME, Tuftonboro, Wolfeboro, Alton and points in between. Graduates thrive at Brewster Academy, homeschool, Kennett, Kingswood, Lexington Christian Academy, Prospect Mountain, and Tri-City Christian. Learn more by visiting www.cornerstoneca.net.

Parents and students are invited to visit to learn more. Please call the school office at 603.539.8636, or email info@cornerstoneca.net.

2016 Ski Lessons Loved

Cornerstone students are involved in sports, drama, dance and social activities in their communities. David played football at Kingswood Middle School. Zoe and Lizzy performed in Scrooge the Musical. Emma, Polly and Maggie were featured in The Worst Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Rilyn and Brayden were in The Nutcracker. Most of our 7th and 8th Graders participated in Deep Freeze and all are looking forward to their class trip to Washington DC in May. Dance. Karate. Basketball.

Baseball. Horseback riding. We are so blessed to have so many opportunities available to our students through their public schools and communities. Our schedules, supportive teachers and families carpooling accommodate participation.

Enrichment and Project-based Learning

Trade and Transportation is the theme of this year’s American Perspectives. All Middle School students work individually and in groups to develop a concept around this theme from at least two divergent positions. Over the course of the year, students will do in-depth research, prepare both written and oral presentations, and plan and host an event to share their insights.

Dr. Susan Dobbs and the 5th grade are having fun on Fridays thinking! Dr. Dobbs is the master of interesting activities that develop our brain power.

Elementary students are preparing for Science Discovery Day – every student contributing to the knowledge of the group and then sharing with us.

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Riding the Magic Carpet lift at King Pine.

Learning to ski is a New Hampshire tradition not lost at Cornerstone.

Fridays in January were spent at King Pine Ski Resort in Madison learning to ski and board – K-8 – beginners to confident.

Lessons and free ski/ boarding are all part of the winter fun. Other students chose to learn to ice skate at Pop Whalen instead. We appreciate winter activities including sledding, snow shoeing and cross country skiing on our school grounds.

We would like to thank our many volunteers and great staff at King Pine and Pop Whalen who helped make our 2016 winter another success. Come join us for next year.

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• Farm Continued from page 11 projects and orders, and plans the lives of hundreds of animals, Fred Martin considers the well-being of thousands of bees.

Fred Martin is the chief—and only— beekeeper at Carriage Hill Honey in Wolfeboro. Renowned in the area for his deep knowledge and supreme love of bees, he’s busy at this season making sure his bees are overwintering well.

Like humans, bees thrive when they eat a balanced and filling diet. In warm weather, they travel up to five miles from their home hive, gathering nectar and pollen to fulfill their daily requirement of 15 to 20 percent protein, found in pollen, and 80 to 85 percent carbohydrates, found in nectar.

Winter keeps bees in the hive, but mild temperatures like this year’s, make them more active, causing them to burn more calories and need fresh infusions of food, called winter paddy.

Fred has been making the rounds of his hives on Carriage Hill, North Wolfeboro and Gilmanton, checking on and feeding his beloved bees. “Fred treats his bees like pets,” says Brenda Lush, and Fred doesn’t deny it. He spends hours carefully assessing his bees’ needs and making adjustments to his feeding patterns. “It truly is farming these days,” he says.

“It’s crucial” that bees feed well between February and April, he says.

They won’t be able to forage for themselves until the pussy willows and red maples bloom.

Why the different locations of the hives? The taste of the honey comes

from what the bees forage. Each of the different locations lends itself to differing flavor to the honey the bees produce.

Fred attributes a recent rise in interest in beekeeping to publicity about colony collapse syndrome. The media has done a good job teaching about the importance of bees to pollination of foundational crops. “People have realized the importance of honeybees to pollination,” says Fred. Thirty percent of American food crops are pollinated by honeybees.

He is part of the Winnipesaukee Bee Keepers Club that meets at the Tuftonboro Library. They run classes to familiarize people with all aspects of beekeeping.

In addition to feeding bees, Fred is busy making genuine beeswax honey candles in February and March and year round.

Fred sells honey products at Butternuts on Railroad Avenue in Wolfeboro and at the Wolfeboro Farmers’ Market. The addition of the winter Farmers’ Market at First Congregational Church has been very well received, he says. He mentions his deep appreciation for the customers who really “get” the benefits of eating healthy, local food and supporting local agriculture.

At Wind Lake Farm, Georgene and Jamie Sellinger and Alicia Fair are starting to take blankets off and check the weight of their horses. Like humans’, horses’ bodies often look markedly different after a winter under wraps.

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a horse can easily lose 100 or more pounds in a week-long cold snap. Some horses refuse to move much during the dark months of winter and gain weight.

Now is the time to assess figures and adjust feed and exercise so working horses enter the active season in their best shape.

Teeth and vaccination records are assessed, and appointments are made with the local equine vet. Horses are taken out on trails to re-learn how to behave.

“Having the winter off is kind of a chance to step back and get a little perspective” for both horses and people, says Georgene. The horses tend to forget the need to listen to their riders, so they will get broken back in with increasingly lengthy rides. The first day, a horse might be ridden a mile or mile-and-a-half; the next day the distance will be increased to two miles.

When the riding season opens, Wind Lake Farm horses will be comfortable being ridden 20 miles at a five mph pace.

Horses’ hoofs are always of special concern, but particularly in the damp of mud season. “No hoof no horse” is the watchword, Georgene says. A horse’s hoofs affect every other part of its body. They’re watched carefully and assessed daily.

Georgene and team will also be improving and sprucing up the farm facilities and polishing and oiling tack.

“This is prime time to reshape saddles,” she says. Horses aren’t the only ones whose shapes may have shifted in the winter months. In the coming weeks, saddles can be gradually reshaped to fit

their owners.

Georgene notes new trends in tack and gear. Since Baby Boomers stay active as they get older, manufacturers are making accommodations so riding remains comfortable in the golden years. She notes a style of new stirrup that lowers itself from the saddle, thus alleviating the need to yank leathers across the horse’s back.

Wind Lake Farm offers horsemanship classes throughout the summer. Students sign up for the season or a unit of 10-15 lessons. A veteran school teacher who founded the NH Equestrian Academy Charter School, Georgene points to off-farm advantages to the horse life: young people busy on a horse farm generally “don’t have time to get in trouble.”

They’re busy mucking stalls, brushing horses, teaching their mount to behave, and practicing for competition.

Don’t be fooled. Barns and farms along the road may look quiet at this time of year, but there’s unseen action going on inside. While you dream of New Hampshire summer, local farmers are preparing for its successful arrival.

To reserve meat and poultry from Crooked Pine Farm, contact Brenda and Mark Lush at 539-5603. Learn more about beekeeping and honey from Fred Martin at Carriage Hill Honey, 569-6342. Register for horsemanship lessons by calling Georgene Sellinger at Wind Lake Farm, 569-3619.

The Wolfeboro Farmers’ Market runs weekly in summer at the Clark House and monthly in winter at First Congregational Church.

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Upcoming Job Fairs March 19, 10 am - 2 pm

Call to Artists

Meredith Sculpture Walk Submissions The Meredith Sculpture Walk has become a popular part of the Lakes Region. A project of the Greater Meredith Program, sculptures created by various artists adorn the walkways near Meredith Bay and offer something unique for visitors year-round.

It is again time for those interested in submitting a sculpture to fill out an entry application for the Third Annual Meredith Sculpture Walk. This is a year-round, outdoor, juried exhibit that is enjoyed by thousands of visitors and residents of the beautiful lakefront village of Meredith. Sculptures are positioned in 32 highly visible locations throughout Main Street, Lake Winnipesaukee lakeside parks and Mill Falls Marketplace. Sculptures will be installed for a period of 12 months and secure bases are provided as required.

The Meredith Sculpture Walk Committee promotes the Sculpture Walk and its participating artists in the following ways: • A $150 stipend per sculpture to defray installation expenses.

• Exposure in a picturesque New

Hampshire town to residents and more than 100,000 annual regional, national, and international visitors.

• A plaque at each site identifying the artist and displaying his or her contact information to visitors and potential clients.

• An online and printed brochure with Walking Map, locating and identifying each sculpture and artist with direct web links to the artists.

• Regular press releases to local and regional media outlets.

• Active engagement with social media audience.

• Docent tours, regularly scheduled and by appointment.

• A grand opening celebration gala.

The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2016. Those interested in applying may register online at www.greatermeredithprogram. com, email Bev Lapham at meredithsculpturewalk@metrocast.net

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The JIG is Up WOLFEBORO

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Ice Fishing Season May Have Flopped but we’re bringing something new for Spring 16.

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TABLESCAPES Is Coming!

The Governor Wentworth Arts Council is pleased to announce its spring arts fun’raiser, TABLESCAPES “Creative Settings”®, a communitywide event.

TABLESCAPES is a chance for local community members to create a tabletop setting, which tells a story that is imaginative, playful, out-of-the-box wondrous and fun. The goal is to raise funds to bring arts programming to local schools and libraries and promote

the arts in the community.

The event is scheduled for April 15 to 17 at the ballroom in the Wolfeboro Inn, 90 Main St., Wolfeboro. The event is open to the public to tour from 10 am to 4 pm daily with a modest $5 admission fee (and free for children under age 8).

For more details, contact event chair Jeannette D’Onofrio: j@ virgodesignstudio.com or call 5690078 or visit www.wolfeboroarts.org

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Winter Concerts by Wolfeboro Friends of Music The Wolfeboro Friends of Music present some cabin-fever reliever concerts this winter and spring that are sure to please.

Michael Arnowitt’s Jazz Suite from West Side Story, takes place at Anderson Hall, Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro on Sun., March 13 at 2 pm. The performance includes eight jazz arrangements featuring famous songs such as Somewhere, Maria, Tonight, and America.

The program will also include selections blending jazz and classical music by Debussy, Ravel, Chopin, Kapustin, and Art Tatum’s version of Tea for Two. The Washington Post said of a recent Michael Arnowitt concert at the National Gallery of Art, “He played with an exquisite sense of touch, color and musical imagination.”

April 9 brings Heifetz on Tour to Anderson Hall at Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro at 7:30 pm. This season as Heifetz International Music Institute celebrates its 20th anniversary and Wolfeboro Friends of Music celebrates its 80th anniversary, the 100-year combination will deliver classical pieces honoring New Hampshire’s own Amy Cheney Beach. Ms. Beach is the original inspiration for organizing WFOM, so it is very fitting

to perform her work this year. Heifetz On Tour is an annual homecoming concert for classical music lovers. The Heifetz Stars will be shining brightly for a shared anniversary night perfectly in sync with Friends of Music’s joint missions of “providing quality entertainment and support of young musicians.”

The unique Jim Witter 1970s Coffeehouse performance will take place on May 21 at 7:30 pm at Anderson Hall, Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro. Get in the groove with Canadian singer/songwriter Witter as he (and his band) fascinate by conjuring up the 1970’s of James Taylor, Gordon Lightfoot, Jim Croce and more.

Witter is a prodigious piano player with a warm, clear baritone voice. His award-winning qualities wrung the cry for “More!” after his prior Wolfeboro appearances Piano Men in 2012 and Feelin’ Groovy in 2013. How Sweet It Is that Jim’s returning to fill the Anderson Hall with the strains of such classics as You’ve Got a Friend, If You Could Read My Mind and Bad, Bad Leroy Brown.

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WOLFEBORO- Lake Winnipesaukee 3-bedroom home on a spectacular 3.2 acre property with 240’ waterfront overlooking the Broads; boathouse deck has breathtaking views up to Moultonborough down to Alton, exceptional 2-bedroom guesthouse overlooking pond. $2,350,000 (4432791) Call 569-3128

TUFTONBORO- Quintessential lakefront cottage: charming 5-bedroom olde time cottage, screened porch, fireplace, woodstove, Covered U-dock, studio/rec building. 1.46 acres, 280’ pristine lakefront.

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TUFTONBORO- Craftsmanship and attention to detail show throughout this one of a kind waterfront home on pristine Lower Beech Pond; sandy beach and dock; great sunsets. Close to Wolfeboro. $895,000 (4426528)

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WOLFEBORO- Fantastic views from this private water access home on Lower Beech Pond with shared dock + beach. Large quality built Cape with fireplace, patio, porch, generator and much more. $599,000 (4411893) Call 569-3128

TUFTONBORO- Waterfront cottage on Mirror Lake, 195’ shoreline, sandy beach and dock, featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, stone fireplace, pine woodwork, screened porch, deck, plus great views and landscaping. $499,000 (4193481) Call 569-3128

TUFTONBORO- Wonderful camp nestled among the pines on the shores of Mirror Lake with 130 feet of waterfront. Total 1,900SF with 3+Bedrooms, 3 baths and master suite.

WOLFEBORO- 2700 sq. ft. home with in-law apartment, barn on 2.8 acres. Water frontage on Fernald’s Basin, 1 of 3 lot preliminary subdivision.

ALTON- Choice location with 150’ frontage on Hills Pond. Two-bedroom cottage has a rustic interior, new shakes for siding, new bath & detached garage. The water’s-edge deck leads to the 40’ dock. Great sunset views. $229,900 (4428623) Call 875-3128

LACONIA- Overlook Condo in amazing condition! Wonderfully redone, lots of custom features in a perfect location - heated pool and tennis, decks to watch the sunsets! Attached 2-car garage. $184,900 (4466785) Call 253-9360

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Community involvment. We understand that the fabric of our communities and the well being of our residents are important to our well being as a company. On our 45th anniversary we established a charitable program called “We Care” to help support the communities that support us. Through “We Care” we donate 1%-2% of each commission to a local charitable or not-for-profit organization. Yearly donations exceed $40,000. Some beneficiaries of “We Care” are: Habitat for Humanity, Wolfeboro Area Children’s Center, The Nick Recreation Park, Squam Lakes Association, Loon Preservation Society, Appalachian Mountain Teen Project, Lakes Region Humane Society, Great Waters Music Festival, Meals on Wheels, Options for Women, etc...

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MOULTONBOROUGH- 3-bedroom, 1-bath Chalet in Balmoral on .52+/- acres. Screened porch, deck, outbuilding. Association beach, playground, clubhouse and boat launch. $139,000 (4454520) Call 253-9360

GILMANTON- Cute get away with access to beautiful Crystal Lake, is furnished and waiting for your personal touch.

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Land and acreage OSSIPEE- 26 acres, highly visible location on Route 28, borders the Poland Brook with nice water views, abuts Village District, development potential. $125,000 (2772893) Call 569-3128

RUMNEY- Stinson Lake access with this large parcel!

Views from the top. Walk to the shared beach with day dock, fire pit and beach. Kayak and canoe, swim, enjoy. $56,800 (4468516) Call 253-9360

WOLFEBORO- Great buildable waterfront lot on Heath Brook with direct access into Lake Wentworth. Level/ wooded 1.37 acres with 133’ of waterfront.

NEW DURHAM- Nice wooded 1.5 acre building lot with beach rights to crystal clear Merrymeeting Lake.

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