Sweet Sounds of Summer Concerts
By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper
What could be better than an outdoor summer concert on a balmy evening? When the concert is near the water, you can arrive by boat, making the experience memorable. If the concert is a short walk away, you can park nearby and stroll to the music.
In the town of Tuftonboro, the popular Summer Concert Series at the Pavilion enlivens summer. The series takes place on Thursdays at 6:30 pm and ends at 8:30 pm at 19 Mile Beach in Tuftonboro, weather permitting, during July and August. Bring a lawn or beach chair and spread out for an evening of fun and music.
The concerts also offer concessions. Because the series takes place near the waterfront, you can choose to stay on your boat and listen to the music from the lake. Others Park nearby and stroll to the concert/beach area.
This year’s lineup, (already underway as of July 3), includes July 17 –Big Picture Band; July 24 – Ricky and the Giants; July 31 – Wooden Nickels Band; August 7 – North River Music; August 14 – Sky Road; Aug. 21 – Idol Hands, and on August 28, the series ends with Carolyn Ramsay Band While the concerts are free of charge, donations are accepted. The concerts are presented by the Tuftonboro Parks and Recreation Department. Call 603569-4539 ext. 25 for information.
Alton Bay is a bustling, fun place in the summer months. The bandstand at water’s edge is the location for an
outdoor summer concert series that are free and just steps from all kinds of dining. There is docking nearby, and the concerts take place each Saturday from 7 to 9 pm. The lineup includes July 19 – Pub Pilots (classic and country rock); July 26 – Got It Covered (cover songs); August 2 – The Revolutionists (classic and modern rock and roll); August 9 – Bittersweet (classic rock); August 16 – Chris Bonoli (soft rock, country and classic electric blues); August 23 – Saxx Roxx (classic rock, country and electric blues) and August 30 – Cool Beans (60s and 70s rock). You can bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. In case of inclement weather, decisions to cancel will be announced by 2 pm on the Alton Parks and Recreation Facebook page or by calling 603-8750109.
Great Waters Summer Concerts has a beautiful and unusual location for its
summer series at Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough, with a second location for select shows at Brewster Academy in Wolfeboro. Concerts take place in July and August. The Concerts in the Clouds site is under a large tent on the grounds of the Castle.
Alter Ego will perform on July 18 from 7:30 to 10 pm; Abby Mueller trio performs in You’ve Got a Friend, The Music of Carole, Joni and James at Brewster Academy on July 24 from 7:30 to 9 pm; on August 2 Brass Transit plays the Musical Legacy of Chicago at the Castle location from 7:30 to 9 pm; the Ultimate Tribute to Tina Turner is scheduled for August 9 from 7:30 to 9 pm at the Castle tented location; Peter Cincotti will be at Brewster Academy’s Anderson Hall on August 16 from 7:30 to 9 pm; August 23 will be Ultimate Earth, Wind and Fire Tribute at the Castle; and The Music of John Denver
with Ted Vigil on August 27 from 7:30 to 9 pm at Brewster Academy ends the season. Visit www.greatwaters.org for tickets or call 603-569-7710.
Music Nights Live will be at Mill Falls Marketplace on Fridays in Meredith in July and August. The line-up includes Another Story on July 18; NH Ukeladies on July 25; The Honey Bees on August 1; Craig Jaster Quartet on August 8; Katie Dobbins follows on August 15, and Another Story on August 22. The concerts are free and run from 5 to 8 pm at Mill Falls Marketplace, located at 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith.
Cate Park in Wolfeboro is a great place to relax. With nearby dining offering everything from sandwiches, burgers and ice cream to gourmet meals, the downtown also has great shopping. Best of all, music lovers enjoy the free outdoor concerts presented by the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand each summer. The concerts, featuring a variety of musical talent, take place in the pretty gazebo in Cate Park. Boat docking is nearby. Concerts are on Saturdays and run from 7 to 9 pm. The schedule includes July 19 –Compaq Big Band; July 26 – Windham Community Band; August 2 – Jimmy and the Jesters; August 9 – High Range; August 16 – Michael Vincent Band; August 23 – Ball in the House; and August 30 – Soggy Po’ Boys. For
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Center Harbor bandstand. Photo Courtesy Center Harbor Town Band
information or to check on weather concert cancellations, visit the Friends of the Community Bandstand Facebook page. You can also visit www. wolfeborobandstand.org
The Wolfeboro Cate Park Band performs at the Community Bandstand on South Main Street (adjacent to Dockside Town Docks) in downtown Wolfeboro on Wednesday nights from 7 to 9 pm. The Cate Park Band is a pick-up community concert band that plays Broadway, marches, and rock medleys. Whether you are here for a week or the entire summer, please feel free to drop in and play. The group typically rehearses from 7 to 8 pm. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the concert from 7 to 9 pm.
Center Harbor is a pretty town on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. In the summer, the Center Harbor Parks and Recreation Band Concert Series performs in the town bandstand near the Fire Station. There is plenty of lawn space for concertgoers to spread out a blanket or bring a lawn chair for seating. Concerts take place on Fridays (having started in June) and continue on July 18 and 25 and on August 1 and 8 at 7 pm. Rain dates are the day following the scheduled concerts. Prac-
tice for each concert takes place at 6 pm, an hour before each scheduled concert. Visit www.centerharbortownband.com for information.
Bristol in the Newfound Lake area holds concerts in Kelley Park at 41 North Main Street near the downtown area at the Concert Pavilion. The shows take place from 6:30 to 8 pm; bring a lawn chair for seating. The schedule includes July 17 – Rebecca Turmell; July 31 – Club Soda Band; August 7 – Red Daisy Revival; and August 21 –Morgan Nelson Band. All concerts are free and open to the public. On July 24, Dancing with the Starts offers a chance to cheer on local celebrities as they compete in a fun night of dancing to benefit Voices Against Violence.
In case of rain, concerts may be moved indoors to the Historic Town Hall at 45 Summer Street in Bristol. Weather-related decisions are typically made by 2 pm the day of the concert, especially when bands are traveling. Stay up to date by checking the Town of Bristol website at www.bristolnh. gov or the Bristol Community Events Facebook page.
Free music is offered this summer at Marceau Park on Central Street in Franklin at 5 pm on Thursdays. On July 17, the 93 North band is scheduled, followed by Bryan Conway on July 24, Douglas Thompson on July
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31; on August 7, the Sweetbloods perform; Tim Hazelton will be there on August 14; 2nd Time Around on August 21, and Breaking Character on August 28. Concerts are free, and all are welcome. The concerts are presented by the Franklin Opera House, and while in town, you can also enjoy the Franklin Farmer’s Market from 3 to 6 pm. Visit www.franklinnh.org for information or call 934-7410.
Although a bit out of the Lakes Region, Waterville Valley offers a full calendar of live music in the Town Square Gazebo on July 18 featuring John Bartenstein from 6 to 9 pm; July 19 offers Two Towns in the gazebo from 6 to 9 pm; July 25 sees Doug Thompson from 6 to 9 pm; and The Bone Shakerz on July 26 from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. The series continues into August, as well as some autumn concerts. Visit www.waterville.com for more shows.
The Belknap Mill at 25 Beacon St. East in downtown Laconia has a summer line-up of outdoor concerts in Rotary Park adjacent to the Mill. Stop by and bring a lawn chair and enjoy the free shows, including Katie Dobbins on August 1 and a Sock Hop with the Rockin’ Daddios on Sept. 5. Visit www.belknapmill.org for more information. Shows move inside the Mill if there is rain.
The 2025 Music on the Green series offers a variety of free outdoor concerts for all ages at Canterbury Shaker Village, 288 Shaker Rd. in Canterbury. Bring a lawn chair for seating and enjoy Peabody’s Coal Train on July 20 at 4 pm, as well as The Twangtown Paramours on Aug. 3 and Dudley Laufman and the Canterbury Country Dance Orchestra on Aug. 24. Call 603-783-9511 or visit www.shakers.org.
Who Can Solve the Secret of Meredith’s Mystery Stone?
Is it a relic of an ancient hightech Native American culture? Is it a clue left behind by visiting creatures from another planet? Is it a fraud?
As part of its “In Search of NH’s Unexplained” series, the Meredith Public Library, in coordination with the Meredith Historical Society, will present a program on July 17 at 6:30 pm, exploring the unknown origins of the town’s famed “Mystery Stone.”
As the original stone is now owned by the New Hampshire Historical Society in Concord, Meredith Historical Society board member Tom Witham and MPL Assistant Director Chris Leland recently collaborated to produce a 3-D printed replica of the egg-shaped artifact, which is now proudly displayed at the society’s Main Street Museum. Witham and Leland will outline their efforts as part of the program.
Found near the shore of Meredith Bay in 1872 during pre-construction excavation, the historic rock was recovered by local businessman, bank founder, and amateur naturalist Seneca Ladd.
Noticing a large lump of dirt that came out of a post hole being dug, Ladd took it, cleaned it off, and discovered a highly crafted piece of
apparent Native origin. Carved into the rock’s surface are several images, including a Native-looking face, a wigwam, a teepee, an arrow, and a crescent moon.
“There has been considerable examination and speculation about the age, origin, and meaning of the Mystery Stone ever since,” said former MHS board member John Edgar during a 2019 program focused on Ladd and the stone.
In 1927, Ladd’s daughter Frances Coe donated the stone to the New Hampshire Historical Society, where it continues to be one of the favorite items in their museum’s collection.
“Visitors to our museum are always trying to solve the mystery of the stone,” said Witham. “Who knows? This program might lead to somebody finally solving the century-and-a-half- old puzzle.”
Leland and Witham’s program on the “Mystery Stone Unearthed in Meredith” will be presented Thursday, July 17, at 6:30 pm in the library’s meeting room. Other offerings in the library’s “Unexplained” series include programs on a reported New Hampshire alien abduction on July 24 and “America’s Stonehenge” in Salem on July 19.
Compaq Big Band hits Wolfeboro Community Bandstand on Saturday
The sounds of the Big Band Era will emanate from the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand on Saturday, July 19, as the Compaq Big Band makes its return to town to bring to a close to the Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand summer concert series.
The Compaq Big Band got its start as the DECbigband, formed in 1975 as one of the many employee clubs at Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) in Massachusetts. At that time, DEC was establishing itself as the premier company in the minicomputer industry and was one of the largest employers in New England.
The company provided a small amount of startup funds for music, stands, and uniforms, and employees from all sorts of positions at DEC came together for practices each week and performed for free, at first at DEC corporate functions, then into community outdoor concerts and benefit dance events in the region.
In the late 1980s and early 1990s, the band, like Digital, experienced a membership turnover and as downsizing hit the company, it became clear that the band would need to complement its Digital employee ranks with local area musicians and with fewer Dig-
Explore the Mystery Behind the History of NH-Based America’s Stonehenge
The fourth program in Meredith Public Library’s “In Search Of...NH’s Unexplained” series takes place on Saturday, July 19, at 11 am. James Lacefield, manager of America’s Stonehenge located in Salem, NH, will visit the library.
He will discuss the mystery behind the history (and the history behind the mystery) of the maze of man-made chambers, walls, and ceremonial meeting places located in Salem. The stone structures are over 4,000 years old, most likely making America’s Stonehenge the oldest man-made construction in the United States.
Was this site built by a Native Amer-
ican Culture or a migrant European population? No one knows for sure.
Like Stonehenge in England, America’s Stonehenge was built by ancient people well versed in astronomy and stone construction. It has been determined that the site is an accurate astronomical calendar. It was, and still can be, used to determine specific solar and lunar events of the year.
The Meredith Library is located at 91 Main Street. Attendance at the program earns participants the weekly mystery picture, which makes them eligible for a chance at winning a prize in the Meredith Public Library Adult Summer Reading Program.
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ital-sponsored functions, the band’s reach moved toward Worcester and southern New Hampshire.
When DEC was absorbed into Compaq in 1998, the band continued to present a positive image of the company by providing high-quality, affordable big band music to the New England community, and in 2000, the band became the Compaq Big Band Compaq was acquired by Hewlett-Packard and received support from the company in the form of a weekly rehearsal venue and storage space for equipment, but in 2008, the band stopped receiving that support from the company and is no longer affiliated with HP.
However, several current band members are DEC, Compaq, or HP alumni who maintain a connection to the company tradition and culture, and the
band is rounded out by various area musicians who embrace the band’s non-profit operating philosophy.
The Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand concerts take place each Saturday night in July and August, weather permitting, in the bandstand, located in Cate Park in downtown Wolfeboro on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee.
If weather should cause the concert to be cancelled, signs will be posted at the entrance to Cate Park and a notice will be posted on the Friends of the Wolfeboro Community Bandstand Facebook page.
The concerts will begin at 7 pm and run for two hours, with a short intermission, at which time a pass-thebucket offering will be held to support the free concert series.
Decades Party Gala • 5:00pm • 8/29 Enjoy music, dancing, an open bar, and great food. �180.00 • Tickets are
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Fireball in the Night: The Fire-Bombing of Japan and the Atomic Bomb Controversy Lecture
On Tuesday, July 22, the Wright Museum will welcome Edward Gordon. This is the eighth program of the Wright Museum’s 2025 Education Series.
On April 18, 1942, Lieutenant-Colonel James H. Doolittle led a clandestine bombing raid of sixteen B-24 Mitchell bombers that flew from U.S. aircraft carrier Hornet to Tokyo, a distance of more than 650 miles. The damage inflicted was small, but it foreshadowed the mighty air raids to come.
This program on the bombing of Japan and the dropping of the atom bomb will chronicle the events that made U.S. airpower a decisive factor in the fall of Japan in 1945.
Edward E. Gordon is an interna-
tionally known historian, speaker, researcher, and author. He taught history at DePaul University, Chicago, and was a distinguished lecturer for the Organization of American Historians for 10 years. He has presented hundreds of historical programs to museums, libraries, universities, and a wide variety of other organizations across the United States.
Ed Gordon is also the president and founder of Imperial Consulting Corporation. He is the author of 20 books and over 150 articles in the areas of history, business, and education. His latest book, Divided on D-Day: How Leadership Failures Threatened the Normandy Invasion, co-authored with David Ramsay, was published by Prometheus
Books.
Dr. Gordon earned his B.A. and M.A. degrees in history at DePaul University, his Ph.D. at Loyola University Chicago, and pursued post-graduate studies at the University of Chicago. Doors open at 6 pm, the program begins at 7 pm on Tuesday, July 22, at the Wright Museum’s DuQuoin Education Center, 77 Center Street in Wolfeboro. Admission is $8 for members and $12 for non-members. Pre-paid reservations are strongly encouraged and can
be made online at wrightmuseum.org/ lecture-series or by calling 603-5691212.
The region’s leading resource for educators and learners of all ages on World War II, the Wright Museum features more than 20,000 items in its collection that are representative of both the home front and battlefield. For more information about the 2025 Lecture Series or the museum, visit wrightmuseum.org.
Guided Hike of Cockermouth Forest Conservation Lands
Join volunteer Jack Giller and Newfound Lake Region Association (NLRA) Conservation Assistant Jules Hazen for a guided hike in the Society for the Protection of NH Forests (SPNHF)’s Cockermouth Forest on July 18 at 9 am. This hike will take participants up to Little Pond, a high-elevation wetland that is within one of SPNHF’s Eco-Reserves and situated near a red oak-pitch pine community. This moderate to strenuous hike will cover up to 5 miles. Registration is required, and space is limited. Register online at NewfoundLake.org/events or call 603-744-8689.
As part of the Newfound Land Conservation Partnership (NLCP), NLRA collaborates with the Society for the Protection of NH Forests; the Lakes Region Conservation Trust; the Nature Conservancy; and volunteer representatives from the towns of Hebron, Groton, Bristol, Bridgewater, and Al-
exandria to increase the amount of conserved lands in the watershed. Since 2009, the Partnership has worked to promote land conservation within the Newfound watershed through education and community outreach. Learn more about conservation in the Newfound Watershed and why land conservation is important at NewfoundLake. org/NLCP.
Land conservation is an important part of NLRA’s work to protect the high-quality waters of Newfound Lake and its watershed, maintaining a healthy and diverse ecosystem. Through water quality and invasive species monitoring, educational events such as guided hikes and nature activities, and land conservation efforts that protect open spaces and help manage stormwater pollution, NLRA approaches conservation at the watershed level. You can learn more about NLRA’s initiatives at NewfoundLake.org.
Wolfeboro Area Community Television Launches Major Fundraising Campaign
Wolfeboro area Community Television (WCTV) is launching a three-year fundraising campaign to replace outdated broadcast equipment and expand its services, content, and staff.
WCTV’s board of directors is reaching out to businesses, foundations, and individuals to raise $75,000 each year during its three-year sustaining campaign. A generous donation from the NH Charitable Foundation Wolfeboro Fund will contribute $1 for every $3 donated, aimed at solidifying the non-profit organization’s funding, independent of the Wolfeboro town budget.
In Wolfeboro’s current default budget year, the WCTV board quickly recognized its immediate shortfall and the need to fund and replace antiquated broadcast equipment that will no longer be supported with parts or service after 2025.
WCTV is a non-profit organization and has received its funding primarily from cable TV subscriber franchise fees paid in their cable bill. Today, the number of Wolfeboro area cable customers is dwindling, significantly reducing franchise fees paid to the town and forwarded to WCTV. Beyond franchise fees, there has been a small town budget appropriation; several businesses have sponsored WCTV programming; and a small number of individual donors have supported WCTV. Currently, viewers can watch WCTV programming on cable TV channels and its free YouTube channel online.
With the planned success of WCTV fundraising in the coming weeks, replacing the outdated broadcast server will also make way for WCTV to stream its content on platforms such as Roku, Hulu, or Apple TV. An improved YouTube channel provided on a streaming service would allow for, among other things, professional closed captioning.
“Media research shows that a robust and accessible community television station is integral to keeping residents aware and involved in their community,” says WCTV Executive Director Timothy Goodwin. “Especially in small towns that WCTV serves, there is no media outlet covering local happenings as closely as WCTV.”
WCTV chair and Governor Wentworth Regional School District board member Mary Schillereff agrees, noting that without WCTV, school district and town residents would not be able to view important governmental and school meetings unless they could at-
tend in person.
“Now more than ever, citizens want transparency and open dialogue with their local government and school district,” Ms. Schillereff says. “WCTV’s board and supporters are working to preserve and protect the station’s future for that reason.”
In addition to government, school, religious services, and special event coverage, WCTV offers fee-based video production services for businesses, organizations, and individuals.
Business underwriters supporting WCTV to date include: the Yum Yum Shop, Morrissey’s Front Porch, and Brewster. The newest underwriters supporting WCTV are Winni Paw Station and Kingswood Press in Wolfeboro. The Sand Trap at Kingswood Golf Club is supporting WCTV with a benefit weekend, August 1-3; Garwoods Restaurant in downtown Wolfeboro is planning a similar event to benefit WCTV.
To support community television in
the Wolfeboro area, local businesses throughout WCTV’s coverage area can underwrite programming content and be acknowledged for their help, on-air, on the community TV website, and on social media.
Individuals, organizations, and businesses can easily support WCTV. A QR code can be seen during WCTV programming, at WCTV25.com, and on the WCTV Facebook and Instagram pages. All online donations are secure, as is the WCTV25.com website.
Wolfeboro Area Community Television is a 501(c)(3) organization serving Wolfeboro and the Governor Wentworth Regional School District communities. WCTV provides public access for the purpose of non-commercial communication for the communities it serves.
2025 board members include: Mary Schillereff, chair and GWRSD school board representative, Brenda Jorett, vice chair; Phil Holberton, treasurer; Suzanne Morrissey, secretary and Brewster representative; Kathy Tetreault, Lakes Region Technology Center representative; Mary Devries, Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce representative. New board members from area businesses and towns served by WCTV, as well as production volunteers, are welcome. Interested supporters can contact WCTV executive director Timothy Goodwin at WCTV25@wctv25.org or by calling 603-569-0219.
From Grill to Chill: Cool Salads for Warm Nights
By Chef Kelly Ross
Hello foodie friends. I hope that all of you out there are having a great summer so far. We are knee deep in the best grilling season, and I couldn’t be happier. Not only does grilled food taste better than all the alternatives, but it is also the best time of year to entertain with backyard BBQs going on in almost every neighborhood. Between the warm weather and the longer days, hosting cookout parties and/or potlucks can give any neighborhood the best incense there is: the smell of good food off the barbie. Every good outdoor get-together not only has great food off the grill, but great side dishes as well. 99% of the summer parties I have been to over the years have had the usual side dishes: potato and pasta salads as well as coleslaw. I’m way ok with all of those, but I love imagination and being unique when it comes to entertaining, so today, I’m going to share a bunch of great summer side salad dishes to accompany all those burgers and dogs and whatever else you’re grilling. If at least one recipe today works for you soon as well as down the road, I’ll consider today a success. Let’s start making some fun side dish salads!
Like many of these salads today, some of you will be psyched, and some will say “no way”. Broccoli is the main character in this one. (Now you know why, as broccoli is a love/hate kind of thing!) If you are
a fan of the green trees, this should be a winner for you. Other than the broccoli, this salad also contains carrots, bell peppers, scallions, sunflower seeds, cheddar, and raisins, and then it is tossed in a slightly sweet, slightly tangy, creamy dressing. Basically, this healthy broccoli salad is great anytime, not just in the summertime. You can have this made in 15 minutes, and it will serve as many as 8 as a side dish. Although it can be served right after making it, I suggest letting it sit in your fridge for a day to let the dressing work its magic, plus it’s better cold than at room temp on a hot summer day.
Broccoli Salad
¼ cup non-fat Greek yogurt
¼ cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 tbsp honey
2 tsp lemon juice
4 cups broccoli florets
1 red bell pepper, cut into ½ inch chunks
1 cup shredded carrot
1 scallion, sliced
¼ cup raisins
¼ cup roasted sunflower seeds
¼ cup diced white Cheddar cheese
In a large bowl, combine yogurt, mayonnaise, honey, and lemon juice and mix well. Add broccoli, bell pepper, carrot, scallion, raisins, sunflower seeds, and cheese and toss until evenly coated. Wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, or you can serve right away.
Where broccoli stole the limelight for the first one, this second recipe of the day has two main characters, cukes and grilled potatoes. The marinade for this one is a twist on a homemade creamy Italian dressing. As opposed to the last one, this will be served right after making it with the spuds coming right off the grill, although any leftovers will still be great out of the refrigerator. This dish has a wide array of spices and flavors, which creates a great flavor party for your taste buds. It will take longer to cook, 45 minutes or so, and this will usually work for 4-5 of you.
Creamy Cucumber and Grilled Potato Salad
2 lbs small to medium red bliss potatoes, about 12 Kosher salt
1/3 cup crème fraîche or mayonnaise
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp light corn syrup or 2 tsp sugar
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp celery seeds
1 small garlic clove, minced ¼ cup canola oil, plus more for brushing
Pinch of crushed red pepper
1 tsp finely chopped fresh oregano
½ cup chopped fresh parsley plus 1 tsp minced parsley
Freshly ground pepper
1 English cucumber, thinly sliced 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
In a large saucepan, cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and simmer over moderately low heat until just tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and let cool completely, then cut them in half lengthwise. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk the crème fraîche, vinegar, corn syrup, mustard, celery seeds, and garlic. Gradually whisk in the oil. Stir in the crushed red pepper, oregano, and minced parsley and season the dressing with salt and pepper. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush with oil. Generously brush the potatoes with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the potatoes, cut side down, over moderately high heat, turning once, until lightly charred and hot, 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate and let cool slightly. Toss the potatoes with the dressing and season them with salt and pepper. Fold in the cucumber, red onion, and the ½ cup of chopped parsley and serve. Like most salads, it’s often about the marinade/dressing, and this is another example. Asparagus is the star, although there are many in the cast. The asparagus can either be grilled lightly or boiled for 2 minutes. I’ve done it both ways, and I’m torn on which way is my favorite. Grilled will give it that classic
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smoky flavor, which I love, but the color and brightness of the salad will look better when boiled, so the choice is yours. If you grill them, grill them whole and cut afterward, as opposed to boiling once cut. You will have this finished in 20 minutes, and it will serve 6 of you.
Asparagus Salad
For The Salad
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved ½ cup red onion, sliced into thin quarter moons
½ cup fresh peas or thawed frozen peas
1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled ¼ cup fresh basil, whole leaves
For The Dressing
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
½ tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the asparagus and blanch for 2 minutes, until bright green. Meanwhile, prepare a bowl of ice water. After 2 minutes, immediately drain the asparagus into a strainer, then dump the asparagus into the ice water to shock and stop the cooking process. Drain and pat dry. Transfer the asparagus to a large bowl, along with the tomatoes, red onions, and peas. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss it to coat. Top the asparagus salad with crumbled feta and basil leaves before serving.
My next two recipes are my favorites of the day, and they couldn’t be more different. This first one has a coleslaw veggie base with an Asian flair. Also, this works well with cooked, shredded chicken or with
cooked shrimp. It’s awesome regardless of whether there is an added protein or not. I love the Asian flavor of this, and the great crunch from the slaw veggies makes for an outstanding salad. Once proteins are cooked, if using either, this goes together in 10-15 minutes, and this feeds 4-6.
Thai Crunch Salad with Peanut Dressing
For the Salad
6 cups coleslaw mix, green cabbage, red cabbage, carrot mix
1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin matchsticks
2 green onions, chopped
3 tbsp peanuts, finely chopped
3 tbsp chopped cilantro
2 chicken breasts, cooked then shredded, optional
Cooked shrimp, optional
For the Dressing
½ cup creamy peanut butter
¼ cup tbsp honey
¼ cup hot water
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp rice vinegar
Juice of 1 lime
2 tsp toasted sesame seeds
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
½ tsp heaping ground ginger
2 large or 4 small cloves garlic, pressed or finely minced
Salt and pepper
1 lime cut into wedges for serving
Add ingredients for the dressing into a bowl, then whisk to combine. Taste to adjust if you need more lime juice for more acid, and/or add water to thin if necessary. Add salad veggie ingredients into a large bowl. Drizzle the desired amount of dressing on top, then toss well to combine. Scoop into bowls then serve with lime wedges, or just put the big bowl out on the table and let your guests help themselves.
The last recipe of the day may be the most “summery”, as fresh corn is the main ingredient. I strongly suggest grilling the corn as it will
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Wildlife Is Not a Pet: NH Fish and Game Issues Rabies Alert
The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department reminds residents and visitors that wild animals should be left alone, with one reason being the potential for the transfer of rabies or other animal diseases that could have serious health impacts on people. Fish and Game’s Law Enforcement Division was notified of a person in the state who became ill after being bitten by a raccoon kept as a pet. Removing wildlife from its habitat for any purpose is illegal in New Hampshire. Residents and visitors are encouraged to leave wildlife alone—touching or feeding animals can have serious consequences for animals and people alike.
“The rabies virus is most associated with raccoons, coyotes, foxes, skunks, and bats, but can infect a wide variety of mammals at any time of year,” stated Andy Timmins, Wildlife Program Supervisor of Fish and Game’s Wildlife Division.
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be so much better than if it is boiled. Also, if you don’t want to do either, you can use frozen corn kernels, but why do that during the summer, right? Tomatoes, onions, and fresh mozzarella make up the rest of the main ingredients, and once combined with seasonings, you will be given another classic summer salad. You can plan for a half hour to make
“Rabies is spread from animal to animal or animal to human through saliva, generally through biting or scratching. However, rabies may also spread if the saliva of an infected animal comes into contact with mucous membranes or open wounds of another animal or hu-
this one, and it will feed 4-6 at least.
Grilled Corn Salad
6 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks removed, or 4-5 cups cooked frozen corn kernels
1 tbsp plus ½ tsp kosher salt, divided
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup ice water
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 cup small mozzarella balls,
man. The most effective way to avoid the virus is to not come into contact with wild animals, especially ones that are acting strangely, such as being aggressive, docile, acting sleepy, or walking unsteadily.”
It is also important to have your pets
halved or quartered
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lime juice from 1 lime
¼ tsp ground black pepper
1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
vaccinated. Do not encourage wildlife to hang around your home—do not leave pet food outdoors; secure garbage can lids, and clean your outdoor grill after each use. Contact a local law enforcement professional or Fish and Game Conservation Officer if you come into physical contact with a wild animal that you suspect may have rabies or is ill. Teach your children to let you know if they have been scratched or bitten by a strange animal, even if it is a pet. If you are bitten or scratched by a wild animal, contact your health care professional immediately about possible exposure treatment. Rabies can be treated if caught early.
Anyone with questions about rabies can call the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services, Bureau of Infectious Disease Control at 603-271-4496. To read more about rabies and wild animals, visit www.wildlife.state.nh.us/wildlife/diseases.html.
halves, mozzarella pieces, olive oil, lime juice, remaining ½ tsp salt, and pepper to the corn and stir to combine. Taste for seasonings, adding more salt and/or pepper if desired. Just before serving, add the thinly sliced basil to the bowl. Toss again and serve immediately. The perfect summer side salad if I don’t say so myself.
Start your grill and cook the corn on the cob over a medium to medium-high heat until cooked, rolling as needed to char somewhat and cook evenly. If you prefer, you can boil in salted water, but grilling is better. Let the ears sit at room temp until they are easy to handle, and then cut the corn off the ears. While the corn cooks, place the onion slices in a small bowl of ice water, as this will mellow the raw onion’s sharp flavor. Drain the red onion slices and pat dry. Add the onions, tomato
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Through July, Exhibit of Antique Toys, runs for month of July, Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety. org
Through July 19, Little Shop of Horrors, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com
Through July 30, Floral exhibit, floral watercolors, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org
Through Sept. 1, From Spies to Satellites: The Cold War Era, exhibit on how WWII laid the grounds for the decades that followed, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org
Through Sept. 9, The Artwork of James Belcher, Upper Exhibit Gallery, Laconia Public Library, 695 N. Main St., Laconia, 603-524-4775.
July 14, Beth Green: The Music Lady, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m., music, bubbles and more, Program Meeting Room, no pre-registration required, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org., 603-476-8895.
July 14, Music Night on the Carriage House Terrace, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. seating, Jonathan Sarty performs, dinner on the patio, Carriage House, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Rd./Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 603476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
July 14, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org
July 14, Summer Sensory Storytime, 10 – 11 a.m., for ages 0-5, songs, stories, sensory fun, art activity, Selig Storytime Room, Laconia Public Library, 695 N. Main St., Laconia, 603-524-4775.
July 15, Beginner’s Cold Process Soap Making Class with instructor Ceara Hunt, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, League of NH Craftsmen, 32 Main St., Center Sandwich, pre-registration: 603-284-6831, www.centersandwich.nhcrafts.org.
July 15, Brush & Beyond, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., watercolor workshop, pre-register: ArtWorks CCAC, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 603-323-8041, http://www.chocoruaartworks.com/.
July 15, Chamber Music, classical music concert, 7 p.m., Plymouth State University, Silver Center for the Arts, Plymouth, program of NH Music Festival, 603238-9007, info@nhmf.org.
July 15, Music Night on the Carriage House Terrace, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. seating, Audrey Drake performs, dinner on the patio, Carriage House, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Rd./Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 603476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
July 15, Newfound Nature Series – Banding Together for the Birds, 7 – 8:15 p.m. – noon, learn about bird banding, free, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 N. Shore Rd., Hebron, by Newfound Lake Region Assoc. & NH Audubon Society, info: 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org
July 15, Weaving Elizabeth’s Story: Recreating the Life of an Ashland Foremother, 7 – 8 p.m., Booster Clubhouse, 99 Main St., Ashland, www.ashlandnhhistory.org
July 16, Exfoliating Salt Bar Soap-Making Class for Beginners with instructor Ceara Hunt, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, League of NH Craftsmen, 32 Main St., Center Sandwich, pre-registration: 603-284-6831, www. centersandwich.nhcrafts.org.
July 16, Felted Birch Landscape with Hannah Gage, 2 - 4 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, sign up by July 13 required, 603-279-7920, https://meredith.nhcrafts.org/
July 16, Kirkwood Gardens Guided Tour, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., teen & adult program, take a garden tour with lead horticulturalist Emma Erler, discover garden’s history and see what is blooming, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, register: 603-968-7194, www.nhnature.org
July 16, Music Night on the Carriage House Terrace, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. seating, Pete Downing performs, dinner on the patio, Carriage House, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Rd./Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 603476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
July 16, Polliwogs Summer, 10 – 11:15 a.m., pre-K accompanied by an adult, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., pre-registration required: 603-366-5695.
July 16 & 17, Rumours – Ultimate Fleetwood Mac, 7/16: 7:30 p.m., 7/17: 8 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com
July 16, The History and Development of Laconia, by Warren Huse and Pat Tierney, 7 p.m., Lake Winnipesaukee Museum, 503 Endicott St. North, Laconia, free, pre-registration required: 603-366-5950, www.lwhs.us
July 16, Workshop Day, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 16-27, Tootsie the Musical, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, 603707-6035, www.interlakestheatre.com
July 16 & 30, Kirkwood Gardens, Guided Exploration & Q&A, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Wednesdays, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, tickets: 603-968-7194, www.nhnature.org.
July 17, Big Picture Band, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh. gov.
July 17, Classics Orchestra, Tales of Two Cities, 7 p.m., NH Music Festival, Smith Recital Hall, Silver Center for the Arts, 7 p.m., Plymouth State University, Plymouth, https://nhmf.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/.
July 17, Guided Hike, Brook Walk via Old Auto Rd., 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., meet at picnic pavilion by Shannon Pond on grounds of Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Moultonborough, pre-registration required by midnight of the day before, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 17, Hulls and Hops Lecture Series, speaker Doug Stowell, 7 - 9 p.m., NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org
July 17, Intro to Guitar, 10 – 11:30 a.m., free, held at Gilman Library, Main St., Alton, register by 7/14, 603-875-0109, www.altonparksandrecreation.com.
July 17, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net
July 17, Lip Balm & Bath Salt-Making Class with instructor Ceara Hunt, noon
– 2:30 p.m., Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, League of NH Craftsmen, 32 Main St., Center Sandwich, pre-registration: 603-284-6831, www.centersandwich.nhcrafts.org.
July 17, Rebecca Turmel, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
July 17, Summer Oil Pastel Techniques, kids: 9 - 10:30 a.m.; adults: 10:45 a.m.
– 12:15 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov
July 17, Tales of Two Cities, 7 p.m., music from Ravel and Mozart, NH Music Festival, PSU Silver Center for the Arts, 114 Main St., Plymouth, http://nhmf.org
July 17, The Misunderstood Black Bear with Joe Callanan, 7 p.m., Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org
July 17, The Sea Hawk, 7 p.m., The Flying Monkey Moviehouse and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
July 17, Wildlife Encounters at Leavitt Park Clubhouse, 2 – 3 p.m., 334 Elm St., Laconia, 603-524-4775, https://www.laconianh.gov/1000/Library
July 18, 3rd Junior Lakes Region Open Water Ski, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bridge Falls Path, Back Bay, Wolfeboro, parking in Glendon St. Municipal Parking Lot, Wolfeboro, www.abenakiwaterskiclub.com
July 18, Beach Bonfire & Sing-Along, 7 – 8:30 p.m., free, family event, Alton Bay Public Beach, music with John Irish, 603-875-0109, www.altonparksandrecreation.com.
July 18, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 18, Newfound Watershed Hike: Little Pond, Cockermouth Forest, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., 5-mile hike, free, please leave pets at home, Newfound Lake Region Assoc., pre-register: 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org
July 18, Something Wonderful Tonight, 7:30 p.m., George Harrison & Eric Clapton tribute, Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com
July 18, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net
July 18, Stories on the Farm, Good Night NH by Adam Gamble, 10 – 11:30 a.m., activity for all ages, RSVP: 603-652-7840, nhfarmmuseum.info@gmail. com, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton.
July 18, Summer Band Concert, 6 p.m. rehearsal, 7 p.m. show, Center Harbor Town Band, in the gazebo overlooking the water, Center Harbor, free, bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating, www.centerharbortownband.com.
July 18, Woodwind Garden Concert, with Woodwind Quintet/NH Music Festival, Rey Center Community Garden, 12 Noon Peak Rd., Waterville Valley, http:// nhmf.org
July 19, 63rd All Saints Church Summer Fair, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., housewares, flowers, plants, linens, books, silent auction, 258 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 978-621-6708, rsxmas25@gmail.com.
July 19, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, create a cottage of gingerbread, enjoy baked cookies, https://www. ticketleap.events/tickets/theclaudestuartchristmasspecial/crafting-with-gingerbread-amy.
July 19, Back to the 80s, 8 p.m., 1980s music concert, Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com
July 19, Classical Music with Mary Kay Robinson, flute, Katie Kennedy, cello, 10 a.m., Café Monte Alto, 83 Main St., Plymouth, http://nhmf.org
July 19, Compaq Big Band, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
July 19, Creative Writing: Diving into the Past, Leaping Into the Future, 1 –3 p.m., led by writer Barbara Bald, Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 19, Dueling Pianos, 7:30 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com
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July 19, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 19, From Landscape to Foodscape: Food Safety Workshop – James, Jellies and Marmalades, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum. org
July 19, Granite Kid Triathlon, 8 – 11 a.m., Brewster Beach, Clark Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-5639, www.wolfeboronh.us/parks-recreation/pages/granite-kid-triathlon.
July 19, Loon Census, annual event, Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, info./volunteer: 603-476-5666, www.loon.org
July 19, Loon Festival, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. fun for all, Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, info./volunteer: 603-476-5666, www.loon.org
July 19, Luciano Monzione, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net
July 19, Needle Felted Loon with Patsy Frasier, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 DW Highway, Meredith, sign up by July 16 required, 603-279-7920, https://meredith.nhcrafts.org/
July 19, Pub Pirates, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 19, Saturday Hike: Bridle Path, Faraway Connector and the Settlement Trail 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., meet at picnic pavilion by Shannon Pond on grounds of Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Moultonborough, pre-registration required by midnight of the day before, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 19, Sourdough Baking, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., age 16 & up, learn to make sourdough bread, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., pre-registration: 603-366-5695.
July 19, String Quartet Sunset, 7 p.m., NH Music Festival musicians, perform on West Rattlesnake Mt., Old Bridle Path, Rt. 113, Holderness, http://nhmf.org
July 19, Summer Music Series, Lauren Smoken, 2 – 5 p.m., Barrel Bar & Grille, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com
July 19, The Reminisants, 6 p.m., free concert, Hebron Gazebo, Hebron Village, 603-744-3335.
July 19, Traditional Basketmaking Workshop with Ray Legasse, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov. (Workshop also held on Aug. 16.)
July 19, Wolfeboro Flea Market, Pop Whalen Ice and Arts Arena, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m., 390 Pine Hill Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-366-8139.
July 19, Wise Guys of Comedy, 7:30 p.m., featuring Ace Aceto, Frank Santorelli, and Brad Mastrangelo, Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com
July 19-20, 45th Lakes Region Open Water Ski, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bridge Falls Path, Back Bay, Wolfeboro, parking at Glendon St. Municipal Parking Lot, www. abenakiwaterskiclub.com.
July 20, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net
July 20, Belknap County Day, Belknap County residences get free Scenic Lift or Mountain Coaster ride, ID required, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com
July 20, Hymn for Her, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net
July 21, Music Night on the Carriage House Terrace, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. seating, Colin Hart performs, dinner on the patio, Carriage House, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Rd./Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 603476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
July 20, Music on the Green with Peabody’s Coal Train, 4 p.m., free, takes place outdoors at Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-7839511, www.shakers.org
July 21, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 20 & 21, The Sweet Caroline Tour, Neil Diamond Tribute, 7/20: 7 p.m., 7/21: 4 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com
July 22, Lecture Series, Dr. Edward Gordon – Fireball in the Night: The Fire-Bombing of Japan and the Atomic Bomb Controversy, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, pre-paid reservations encouraged: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.
July 22, Music Night on the Carriage House Terrace, 5:30 & 6:30 p.m. seating, Jaret Steer performs, dinner on the patio, Carriage House, Castle in the Clouds, 455 Old Mountain Rd./Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: 603476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
July 22, Newfound Nature Series – Sheryl Horton, NH Audubon 7 – 8:15 p.m. evening talk about NH wildlife, ecology, weather, history and other topics, free, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 N. Shore Rd., Hebron, by Newfound Lake Region Assoc. and NH Audubon Society, info: 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org
ONGOING
Alton Market on Main, farmers market, every other Wed., June 11-Oct. 1, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
Art & Coffee Club, Thursdays, 9 – 11 a.m., Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts/CCAC, art, workshops and events, open yearround with seasonal hours, 603-323-8041, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com
Barnstead Farmers Market, Saturdays starting June 7, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1 Parade Circle, Barnstead, email: nhbarnsteadfarmersmarket1@gmail.com, www.barnsteadfarmersmarket.com.
Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Bingo, Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m., doors open at 5 p.m., Moultonborough Lions Club, Town Function Hall, Old Rt. 109, Moultonborough.
Breakfast Buffet, 7 - 11 a.m., Wolfeboro Masonic Lodge, 35 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro. Pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, omelets made-to-order, Eggs Benedict, biscuit and gravy, juice, and coffee. Served the second Sunday of every month, 603-569-4637.
Bristol Open Air Market, Saturdays until Oct. 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Mill Stream Park, 507 Lake St., Bristol, www.BristolNH.gov.
Canterbury Shaker Village, tours, programs, walking trails, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org
Castle in the Clouds, tours, hiking, programs, concerts, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Community Breakfast, 2nd Sat. of each month, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., Masonic Lodge, 18 Pleasant St., Bristol, donations welcome, 603-744-3060.
Cruise Night, 5 – 7 p.m., Thursdays, 50/50 raffle, prizes, Tilt’n Diner, 61 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 603-455-7631.
Fiber Arts Monthly Mingle, first Tues. of every month, 6 – 8 p.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Franklin Farmers Market, Thursdays from 3 – 6 p.m., through Sept. 11, Marceau Park, Central St., Franklin, 603-934-2118, email: franklinmarketinfo@ gmail.com.
First Fridays Receptions, June through Dec., 5-7 p.m., refreshments, conversation & ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 603-3238041, www.chocoruaartworks.com
Gilmanton Farmers Market, June 8-Oct. 12, Sundays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., local vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts, baked goods, live music and more, 1385 NH 140, on lawn of Gilmanton Year Round Library, Gilmanton Iron Works, 603-4911687, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com
In the Round, 8:45 a.m., Sundays, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, Benz Center, Sandwich, 603-284-7211.
Indoor Pickleball, 5 p.m., Sandwich Central School gym, Sandwich, every Tues., Thurs. & Fri., parksandrec@sandwichnh.org
Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., meets second and fourth Wednesday of each month, First Congregational Church, 115 Main St., Wolfeboro, www.llqg.net
Lake Winnipesaukee Museum, displays of historic Lakes Region artifacts and information, souvenir postcards, plates, paperweights, memorabilia, summer camp historical information and more, lecture series, open Wed. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., through Columbus Day weekend, 503 Endicott St. North, Laconia, 603366-5950, www.lwhs.us
Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, youth and adult sailing lessons, sailing competitions, Gilford, www.lwsa.org, 603-589-1177.
Lakes Region Art Association, exhibits and classes, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, Rte. 3, Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lraanh.org
Live Music, Friday nights, 5 – 8 p.m., free, Mill Falls Marketplace brick courtyard, 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, www.millfalls.com
Loon Center, walking trails, loon exhibits, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org
Makers Mill, a variety of workshops, arts and crafts classes and more, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Making Strides, 8 – 9 a.m., drop-in walking for groups or les, Ossipee Town Hall, no pre-registration required, 55 Main St., Center Ossipee, takes place various times: www.ossipee.recdesk.com.
Meredith Community Market, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 1 Burton Drive, off Rt. 104, Meredith, free admission, 603-409-2871, www.meredithcommunitymarket.com.
Meredith Public Library Bookstore, run by Friends of the Meredith Library, open weekly: Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. –1:30 p.m., lower level, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-2794303, www.meredithlibrary.org.
Model Yachting, 1 – 3 p.m., Tues. & Thurs., Back Bay Skippers at Bridge Falls Path, Wolfeboro, watch radio controlled model yachts, NH Boat Museum, schedule: www.nhbm.org.
Molly the Trolley, take tours/rides of Wolfeboro area aboard the fun trolley, info/ schedules: 603-569-1080, www.wolfeborotrolley.com
M/S Mount Washington Cruises, narrated cruises of Lake Winnipesaukee, day & evening cruises, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603366-BOAT, www.cruisenh.com
New England Racing Museum, open Saturdays, 922 NH Rte. 106 N., Loudon, www.NEMSMUSEUM.com
NH Boat Museum, events and exhibits, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554. Second location: 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www. nhbm.org.
NH Farm Museum, seasonal (summer & fall) old-time farm events, gift shop, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, contact for open hours/dates: 603-6527840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org
Newfound Classic Car Show, every Friday through Labor Day, 5 – 8 p.m., free, Village Local Kitchen, 825 Lake St., Bristol, www.ttccreg.org.
Newfound Lake Eco-Tours, informative/scientific tours of Newfound Lake, Memorial Day-mid-Sept., Newfound Lake Association, www.newfoundlake.org, call for hours/dates of operation: 603-744-8689.
Ossipee Historical Society Grant Hall Museum, open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – noon until Sept. 30, 52 Rt. 16B, between First Congregational Church buildings, lmsween@roadrunner.com.
Outdoor Nature-Based Storytime for Young Children, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510, www. tamworthlibrary.org.
Plymouth Historical Museum and Memory House, Saturdays 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., through November and by chance or appointment, exhibits, research information, Old Webster Courthouse, One Court St., Plymouth, 603-536-2337, info@plymouthnhhistory.org.
Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, farmstead events, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
Roller Skating Night, 5 p.m., Mondays, bring your own skates, age 18 and up, Ossipee Town Hall, 55 Main St., Ossipee, info/updates: 603-539-1307, www.ossipee.org
Sailing Lessons, youth & adult, Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, 25 Davis Rd., Gilford, schedule/pre-register: 603-589-1177, www.lwsa.org
Sculpture Walk, tours of outdoor sculptures around downtown/lakeside areas of Meredith, free, Greater Meredith Program, maps: 603-279-9015.
Second Saturday Contradance, Tamworth Outing Club, 7:30 – 10 p.m., Tamworth Town House, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, admission charged, info.: Amy Berrier at 603-651-5800 or Teresa Fournier at 978-609-2181.
Song and Jam Circle, 6:30 – 8 p.m., community created jams and song circle, 3rd Monday of each month, Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Tamworth, free, bring your favorite instruments, Arts Council of Tamworth, 603-584-2712, www. artstamworth.org
Squam Lake Cruises, family/educational cruises to look for loons, & wildlife, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, www.nhnature.org, call for hours/dates of operation: 603-968-7194.
Squam Lakes Association, programs, hikes, 534 US Rt. 3, Holderness, 603-9687336, www.squamlakes.org
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, exhibits, nature trails, events, cruises, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, 603-968-7194, www.nhnature.org
Tamworth Farmer’s Market, 9 a.m. - noon, Saturdays, 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Tamworth Townhouse Hoot – Bruce Berquist & Jim Alt, 1 – 3 p.m., Saturdays, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, song circle, local musicians welcome to participate, bruceberquist@gmail.com
The Market at the Weirs, Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., May 24-Oct. 4, fresh produce, meats and artisan crafts, through Oct. 5, Weirs Community Park, 49 Lucerne Ave., Weirs Beach, email: bamm-nh.org., www.themarketatweirs.com
Tilton Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., next to Police Dept. building, 45 Sanborn Rd., Tilton, Rt. 132, free admission, 603-409-2871, www.tiltonfarmersmarketnh.com
Tuftonboro Country Bluegrass and Gospel Jam, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Tuesdays, donation requested, Old White Church, Rte. 109A, Center Tuftonboro, across from Tuftonboro General Store, 603-569-3861.
Wolfeboro Farmers Market, Thursdays, noon – 3:30 p.m., The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, email: wolfeborofarmersmarket@ gmail.com, www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com.
Wolfeboro Table Tennis, meets Wednesdays, 4 – 6 p.m., in basement of All Saints Church, Wolfeboro, all skill levels welcome, $5 admission charge each week, info: 603-520-5651.
Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and lectures on life on the home front during WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org
Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show
By Thomas P. Caldwell
People who appreciate antique and classic boats are looking forward to Saturday, July 26, when the New England Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society will present its 51st annual Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show on Wolfeboro Bay. What makes a boat an antique or classic? FiberGlassics, a community of boating enthusiasts, says boats built before the 1960s are considered classics if they have unique characteristics; otherwise, old boats are antiques. The Antique and Classic Boat Society, on the other hand, adopts a stricter standard that is now common among boaters, saying any boat built before or during 1918 is Historic; those built between 1919 and 1942 are Antique; those built between 1943 and 1975 are Classic; those built after 1975 “through the year 25 years prior to the current year” (which currently means the year 2000) are Late Classic; and wooden boats built within the last 25 years are Contemporary.
If the society uses such a strict classification for official judging, the Lake Winnipesaukee event is more casual. Boats are not “points-judged” for awards; instead, there are People’s Choice and Participants’ Choice winners.
Last year’s People’s Choice Award
for boats went to Seems Like Old Times, a 1936 18-foot Garwood. The Participants’ Choice ended in a threeway tie: a 1964 16-foot Old Town Lapstrake, a 1958 24-foot Shepherd Runabout (Irish Eyes), and a 1930 21-foot Dodge 21A Twin Cockpit (Siren).
Ahead of this year’s show, the New England Chapter will hold a Friday Night Cocktail Reception from 5 to 7 pm at the Wolfeboro Inn’s 1812 Room. It provides a chance for participants to socialize while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, tea, and soft drinks. The dock master will be there to make a presentation and answer ques-
tions about how the show will be run on Saturday.
The main event will run from 9 am to 2 pm on the 26th. Chapter President Steve Pelizza said dock space limits the number of boat entries to about 50, so they encourage people to make reservations ahead of time. Anyone planning to launch a boat on the day of the show should get there as early as 7 am to avoid congestion. Trailer parking is available a few blocks away, at the municipal parking lot.
The show will also feature classic cars, with People’s Choice and Participants’ Choice honors for vehicles as
well. Although most of the parking lot has been set aside for displaying the antique vehicles, organizers suggest getting there before 9 am to secure a good spot. Registration for vehicles takes place on the day of the show; drivers should check in with the registrar at the gazebo upon arrival.
One of the features of the boat show, which also raises money for the event, is the sale of posters. Each year since 1994, Wolfeboro artist Peter Ferber has produced a poster depicting some aspect of boating in New England, featuring various models of classic and antique boats. With Peter’s death earlier this year, the 2025 poster is a compilation of some of Peter’s most popular scenes.
Steve said they are slowly expanding the number of vendors at the event. In addition to the photographer and a man who sells miniature boat models who have set up in previous years, there will be a woman who sells custom wooden signs utilizing the nautical flags that represent letters in the alphabet. Most boat show participants are based on Lake Winnipesaukee, but others typically come from neighboring New England states — Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Connecticut, as
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Last year’s People’s Choice at the Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show was Seems Like Old Times, a 1936 18-foot Garwood.
well as New York.
“I don’t think we have anybody that comes from too far afield these days,” Steve said, “although in the old days, when we used to have it at The Weirs, we could hold a lot more boats.”
Not everyone realizes that the New England Chapter of the Antique & Classic Boat Society, Inc., has Lakes Region origins. Lake Winnipesaukee marine dealers Jim Irwin and Vince Callahan, who were members of the Antique & Classic Boat Society and had led two “woodie” boat shows at Weirs Beach, announced at a Boston show that wanted to organize a group of antique boat enthusiasts in New England. They helped to gather more than 40 signatures to petition for a New England regional chapter that would serve boaters in Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island.
The regional chapter was officially accepted on April 12, 1976, and by then had already established a constitution and bylaws.
Those first boat shows at Weirs Beach launched the tradition that continues today as the Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show. It remained at Weirs Beach for a number of years, later moving to Meredith and, finally, to Wolfeboro. Steve said the auto show component was added during the Meredith years.
“When we were in Meredith, we used to have a grassy field,” he said. “In Wolfeboro, there is still parking for a lot of cars.”
In addition to the Lake Winnipesaukee Antique & Classic Boat Show, the New England Chapter holds an antique boat rendezvous every other fall. It tends to be a smaller, “kind of laid back” show, Steve said — although some years, it is just as robust.
The rendezvous takes place on alternate years from the New Hampshire
Boat Museum’s regatta, so with the regatta taking place this September, the antique boat rendezvous will not take place again until 2026.
Meanwhile, in 1978, the New England Chapter launched a quarterly newsletter, “Cutwater”, with the title based on the unique lettering and design of Bob Valpey’s Antique Car & Boat sign at his place on Squam Lake.
“We lost our editor many years ago, and we still haven’t really kind of bounced back from that,” Steve said, although they have considered reviving a print quarterly. “So then we had talked about maybe having a bit more of an online format, where maybe there’s like a member section to the website. We may end up implementing that in the future.”
It would be part of the chapter’s effort to increase its membership.
“There’s a fair amount of people that are on the lake that have wooden boats that aren’t necessarily members,” Steve said, “so we’re always trying to be like, ‘Hey, if you have a wooden boat, you need to be a member.’”
Some of those who are members of the New England Chapter offer other boating events in the Lakes Region.
Tom and Julie Fergus will be leading “The Ragtop Run” from the Wolfeboro Town Docks on the Thursday before the boat show. All antique and classic boaters are invited to participate. They especially want to see as many boats with ragtops as possible.
Rob Lawrence will lead a “Run of the Centurys” sometime in August from a location to be announced. Again, all classic boats are welcome, but especially wood or fiberglass Century boats.
Mark Mason is planning “Speedboat Breakfast Runs” from the Hiawatha Boathouse Cottage on Smith Cove in Gilford. Throughout the season, Mark likes to grab breakfast by boat with his friends, and he encourages other members of the Antique & Classic Boat Society to join him. The breakfast
events are spontaneous, short-notice runs with an early-morning meet-up, a run to a breakfast spot somewhere on the lake, and then a ride-off, all over by mid-morning so Mark can get to his shop.
Russell and Susan Lunt’s Gypsy will offer fall foliage cruises on Saturdays and Sundays throughout October, leaving at 3 pm from Stonedam Island and 4 pm from the Weirs Docks.
To keep up with what’s happening, see the New England Chapter’s website, necacbs.org.
Meredith Sculpture Walk Celebrates 12 Years with Record 25 New Installations
Sponsored by the Greater Meredith Program, the Meredith Sculpture Walk is committed to developing awareness and enjoyment of public art in Meredith for residents and visitors. It is a year-round, outdoor, juried exhibition featuring works by northeast artists.
This will be the twelfth anniversary year for the sculpture walk featuring thirty-two works positioned throughout Meredith in high-visibility areas along Main Street, on the grounds of the Mill Falls complex, and in the Hesky and Scenic lakeside parks.
While seven of the current sculptures will remain, a record twenty-five new ones were installed by the MSW Ground Team. The Meredith Sculpture Walk Ground Team is made up of
volunteers who help the artists install their work. The wonderful support and cooperation of the town, its residents, and property owners working together have made the Meredith Sculpture Walk so successful and a great addition to the town.
New brochures with a walking map are available now at the kiosks found in Community Park on Main Street, Hesky and Scenic Parks, the Meredith Library, and Town Hall. Learn fun and interesting facts about the artists and sculptures on a docent-led tour. Meet in front of Innisfree Bookshop at Mill Falls Marketplace on Wednesdays, July 9 to September 10, at 10 am. For more information, visit www.greatermeredith.org.
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I Remember That Place!
By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper
Time moves on. Things change. Nothing stays the same. Certainly, all these phrases are true and accurate when we think about the businesses that once operated in the Lakes Region. You can still see some of the businesses that once thrived in the area, although many have morphed into different businesses or disappeared altogether.
If you vacationed in the Lakes Region in the 1980s or before that time, part of the enjoyment was eating out at any of the local restaurants in the Lakes Region. For a homey atmosphere and a delicious meal, you could indulge in something special at the Hickory Stick Farm in Belmont, where the motto was “Where atmosphere is traditional with good food additional.”
The historic farm was named for Andrew Jackson when he ran for president in the 1800s. (Jackson was nicknamed “Old Hickory.” In the 1940s, the property was bought by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Roeder. They renamed the place Hickory Stick Farm (it had been called Rolling Acres Farm for some time previously). The restaurant opened in 1950.
Hickory Stick Farm had a good atmosphere with elegant dining, and a delicious roast duckling was particularly memorable. It was one of just a few places where you could have a true duck dinner with an orange sauce.
Needed a charming and rustic place to stay when vacation time rolled around? You might have ended your search at the Waubeek Lodge and Cottages on the shore of Lake Winnipesaukee in Melvin Village. The lodge is quite a historic place, built by orchestra
conductor Henri G. Blaisdell in 1895 as a musicians’ retreat. As it morphed into a family lodging retreat, it had a dining room that could seat 100, a rec hall, a diving tower, a beach, and individual cottages.
Long before online shopping, classy women who wanted something beautiful to wear made a trip to the Hathaway House in Laconia. The clothing store was nothing short of unique for the area at the time (circa 1960s). Once the home of a local lawyer/politician, the structure was large and ornate. When Constance St. Clair and her husband, Richard, bought the home in the 1950s, they renovated it and ran an upscale clothing store for a number of years. A shopping trip to the Hathaway House was an experience rather than a quick stop at a 5 and dime store. Each room was tastefully decorated, and elegant clothing filled the spaces, as if the shopper was walking through the home of a wealthy person.
Dining for a traveler or a family of vacationers at Weirs Beach was very enjoyable when a branch of Howard Johnson’s sprang up near the board-
walk area in the 1940s. The restaurant was popular, perhaps because of its central location where all the vacation action was happening. The food was good and the prices reasonable.
Howard Johnson’s had formerly been at McIntyre Circle in Laconia in the 1930s, but the growing tourism at Weirs Beach made it a better location. Thus, the restaurant relocated to Weirs Beach. The new Weirs restaurant stood out among the other buildings due to its design: it was a single dining room structure, with a Portsmouth-style cupola, three large dormers with rectangular windows, and a square-closed entrance way. (Further, it had a cupola with a cone shape.)
Sadly, the building burned in the 1980s, after having changed hands in the past and serving at one time as the Gandy Dancer Saloon on Route 3 in Weirs Beach. It featured “grub and grog” with the Beef Stop, a roast beef and country style salad wagon, European deli, and a “jumbo T.V. theatre” with a 24-foot screen. (Vacationers may recall the game table and free popcorn.)
At one time, many years ago, the Big Banana fruit and vegetable store was first Foster’s Drive-In Restaurant. Foster’s offered a quick meal for the traveler, and customers loved the food; some say the onion rings were the best in the area!
The McIntryre Circle location was also the site of Dutchland (established
in the mid to late 1930s.) Dutchland offered car hop service in the area, and waitresses were dressed in traditional Dutch attire.
If you wanted fresh fruits and vegetables while vacationing in the Laconia/Weirs Beach area, you would add a stop at the Big Banana to your to-do list.
It seems everyone recalls the large store, probably because of its iconic sign with a jungle scene and a gorilla holding a banana. The store was the go-to place for fruits and vegetables and also sold baked goods, fish, and cheese. Eventually, the business ended, and the land was the spot for a supermarket.
If you were vacationing on the Wolfeboro side of Lake Winnipesaukee, a trip to Bailey’s Restaurant was a must. Established in the 1930s by Allan and Marion Bailey, it was a popular place. An early graphic/ad for the business offers that Bailey’s had: Delicious Ice Cream, Sundaes, Sandwiches, Soda and Silex Coffee as well as “Afternoon Tea.”
A great way to entertain the kids while on a Lakes Region vacation was a day at Funspot on Route 3 in Weirs Beach. Funspot, a wonderful game center, has a long history in the Weirs and is still a popular attraction today. No summertime visit to Funspot was complete without a round of mini golf. The mini golf outdoor area was added in the 1960s. It was a fun course and featured well-known New Hampshire places and things, such as the M/S Mount Washington
Years ago, the business also had an outdoor area called Indian Village (from 1971 to 1983) and a Historical Forest (from 1976 to 1984). Many who visited the area as children recall a walk through Indian Village where popular Chief Red Dawn performed. Donna Marie, a skilled ventriloquist,
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An old-time advertisement for Bailey’s, a popular Wolfeboro restaurant.
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also performed. The park was a lot of fun, and had walk-around characters like the Gingerbread Man and even a Wolf.
For ice cream and handmade candies, locals and vacationers have always loved Kellerhaus in Weirs Beach. Kellerhaus was owned by Seth and Peg Keller; they had previously operated a wonderful confectionery shop in downtown Laconia but decided to move to Weirs Beach in the 1960s. They chose the former home of the late Myron Hart, who had built his dream home in 1908.
Once the Kellers bought the build-
ing, they turned it into a charming shop with their famous handmade candies and, of course, an ice cream buffet that was a big hit. Due to its extreme popularity (and sometimes long lines of customers waiting to get in for a trip to the ice cream bar or candy), an addition to the shop gave space for a Candy Room. Kellerhaus has changed hands but continues to have European décor, the handed-down recipes for the mouthwatering candies in many flavors, and the homemade ice cream and sundae buffet.
(If you have fond memories of Lakes Region businesses from a long-ago summer vacation, please email them to pressreleases@thelaker.com for potential future stories.)
Loon Center: Joe Callanan Presents Black Bears
On Thursday, July 17, Joe Callanan presents the latest Nature Talk, on Black Bears. Held at The Loon Center in Moultonborough, the Summer Nature Talks are presented every Thursday evening at 7 pm during July and August. All programs are free admission. For over 40 years, the Loon Preservation Committee has worked to preserve the common loon and its habitat in New Hampshire through monitoring, research, education, and man-
agement activities. Directions to The Loon Center: From Route 25 in Moultonborough, turn onto Blake Road at the Central School. Go one mile to the end and turn right onto Lee’s Mill Road. The Loon Center will be on your left! For more information, call the Loon Center at (603) 4765666. To see the full 2025 Nature Talks schedule, please visit www. loon.org.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center’s Emma Erler to Co-Host New Gardening Segment on NHPR
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is delighted to announce that Emma Erler, Lead Horticulturist and Exhibits Assistant, has been named co-host of Homegrown NH, a new weekly segment on New Hampshire Public Radio (NHPR) dedicated to practical, timely gardening tips for Granite Staters.
Homegrown NH will air weekly at 8:35 am during Weekend Edition, paired with BirdNote for a double dose of nature and inspiration. The segment is produced in partnership with Kirkwood Gardens at Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and will also be available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts.
Emma Erler brings a wealth of expertise in ecological landscaping, native plants, and environmental education to the program. With a background that includes roles at UNH Extension, Tower Hill Botanic Garden, and Heritage Museums and Gardens, Emma is passionate about helping gardeners of all experience levels cultivate a deeper connection to nature.
Each week, Emma will join
NHPR’s Jessica Hunt to explore topics ranging from ecological gardening and pollinators to sustainable practices, all rooted in New Hampshire’s unique growing conditions. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Homegrown NH offers something for everyone: practical advice, inspiration, and a sense of community for all who love to dig in the dirt.
“We are so proud to see Emma share her knowledge and enthusiasm with listeners across the state,” said Iain MacLeod, Executive Director of Squam Lakes Natural Science Center. “Her work embodies our mission to inspire joy, connection, and wonder through nature education.”
Tune in to Homegrown NH every Saturday morning and discover how you can make your garden thrive while connecting with the natural world and your community.
For more information about Squam Lakes Natural Science Center and Kirkwood Gardens, visit nhnature.org.
Gov. Ayotte proclaims 2025 ‘The Year of NH State Parks’
At a recent Governor and Council meeting, Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed a proclamation designating 2025 “The Year of New Hampshire State Parks,” part of a year-long celebration of the agency’s 90th anniversary.
Founded as the Forest and Recreation Commission in 1935 and now a division within the N.H. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, N.H. State Parks has grown to include 94 properties statewide – campgrounds, hiking parks, waysides, inland and ocean beaches, and more – that provide outdoor recreation activities in all four seasons.
N.H. State Parks’ Trails Bureau manages thousands of miles of snowmobile, all-terrain, off-highway recreational and rail trails, and its Historic Sites Bureau maintains 16 historic properties ranging from the home of New Hampshire’s first provincial governor to the Tip Top House, lodging built at the summit of Mount Washington in 1853. Cannon Mountain ski area is also part of the division; its tram is a popular destination year-round.
sured properties.”
In recent years, visitation at N.H. State Parks has increased, an indicator of growing interest in the state’s outdoor recreation sector, a $2.7 billion industry that directly employs 28,000 workers statewide and provides $25 in tax revenue for every dollar invested.
“At N.H. State Parks, we like to say that ‘We’re in the memory-making business,’” said N.H. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Commissioner Sarah L. Stewart. “Our 90th anniversary is a tremendous opportunity for people to get out and revisit the parks they know but also to explore new gems and create new memories.”
As part of its 90th anniversary celebration, N.H. State Parks has created an interactive scavenger hunt that invites visitors to go on missions, complete tasks, answer trivia questions, and upload photos. Prizes are based on the number of tasks completed and range from stickers, day-use passes, and State Parks-branded items to a grand prize of camping gear from Dover, N.H.-based NEMO Equipment. For more information about N.H. State Parks and to download the scavenger hunt app, visit at nhstateparks. org.
“New Hampshire’s State Parks are where families make memories, communities come together, and our natural beauty is on full display,” said Gov. Ayotte. “By declaring 2025 ‘The Year of New Hampshire State Parks,’ we’re celebrating these special places and recommitting to preserving them for future generations.
“Congratulations to N.H. State Parks on 90 wonderful years of preserving what makes our state the most beautiful in the nation!”
The Governor’s proclamation notes that “New Hampshire State Parks continually evolve to meet the changing needs of residents and visitors, while also preserving the timeless and traditional experiences that define its trea-
The Division of Parks and Recreation is one of five divisions of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. N.H. State Parks is comprised of the Bureau of Park Operations, the Bureau of Historic Sites, the Bureau of Trails, the Bureau of Community Recreation, and Cannon Mountain Ski Area. The Division manages 94 properties, including state parks, beaches, campgrounds, historic sites, trails, waysides, and natural areas. To learn more, visit nhstateparks.org, follow N.H. State Parks on Facebook, Instagram, and X, or call 603-271-3556.
Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park Comes to The Barnstormers Theatre
The Barnstormers Theatre will present Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park through July 19. Directed by Ilyse Robbins, the play is the second production of the theater’s 95th season.
Written by legendary playwright Neil Simon, Barefoot in the Park inspired the classic film of the same name, which helped launch the careers of Hollywood icons Jane Fonda and Robert Redford. Newlyweds Paul and Corie couldn’t be more different—he’s a buttoned-up lawyer, and she’s a free spirit with a knack for turning everyday life into an adventure. When everything that can go wrong does, hilarity ensues.
“Barefoot in the Park is a wonderful, heartwarming romantic comedy,” said Artistic Director Jordan Ahnquist.
The cast includes Jennifer Ellis as Corie, Sam Simahk as Paul, Deanna Dunmyer as Mother, Michael Marotta
as Velasco, and Scott Cote as the telephone man. The delivery man will be played by Doug Shapiro and various community members who have volunteered for walk-on roles throughout the run.
Some of those community participants have even turned their cameos into a friendly competition to see who can draw the biggest audience. Jeremy Hillger, Sandwich Central School principal, is going head-to-head with Dr. Steve Kelley, retired principal of Conway and Inter-Lakes elementary schools. Meanwhile, Tamworth Police Chief Dana Littlefield is facing off against Wolfeboro Fire Chief Tom Zotti.
Community participants include:
• Doug Shapiro and Dale Place, The Barnstormers Theatre actors (July 15 and 16)
• Dana Littlefield, Tamworth chief of
police (July 17)
• Tom Zotti, Wolfeboro fire chief (July 18)
• Penny Purcell, The Barnstormers Theatre actor (July 19, 2 pm)
• Bev Taylor, retired Moultonborough Central School nurse (July 19, 7:30 pm)
Earlier performance participants included Sandwich Central School principal Jeremy Hillger, Bob Bates, The Barnstormers Theatre actor, Dr. Steve Kelley, retired Conway and Inter-Lakes elementary school principal, and Jenn Coulter, Tuftonboro town clerk.
Rounding out the Barefoot in the Park creative team are Carolyn Abraham (props design), Michele Begley (production manager), Kevin Dunn (lighting design), Jacob Erdody (assistant stage manager), Janie Howland (scenic design), Peggy Samuels (production stage manager), and Kat
Shepard (costume design). The Barnstormers Theatre’s 95th season is led by Artistic Director Jordan Ahnquist. Barefoot in the Park is dedicated to the memory of Elaine “Andi” Anderson (1934–2024), a longtime Barnstormer who played Corie in the original Barnstormers Theatre production in 1967.
Barefoot in the Park opened on Oct. 23, 1963, at the Biltmore Theatre on Broadway. The production played 1,530 performances, making it Neil Simon’s longest-running hit. It received four 1964 Tony Award nominations and won the award for best direction of a play, presented to Mike Nichols.
Tickets are available at barnstormerstheatre.org or by calling 603-3238500.
“Feed Me, Seymour!” Little Shop of Horrors Takes Root at the Winnipesaukee Playhouse
Little Shop of Horrors is based on the cult classic film directed by Roger Corman, with a screenplay by Charles Griffith, and was turned into a musical by Howard Ashman (book and lyrics) and Alan Menken (music). Ashman and Menken are also the musical team who wrote Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, and Aladdin. The musical premiered Off-OffBroadway in 1982 before moving to the Orpheum Theatre Off-Broadway, where it had a five-year run, winning several awards, including the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Musical, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Musical, and the Outer Critics Circle Award. It has had many successful New York revivals and was made into a film starring Rick Moranis.
A hilarious mashup of science fiction, horror, and musical theatre, this
nostalgic classic blends Motown and rock-n-roll to tell the story of underdog Seymour Krelborn who attempts to win the attention of his true love – even if it costs him a little blood! This heartwarming but silly musical romp has devoured the hearts of audiences around the world—and now it’s coming for you!
The Playhouse’s production features local favorite Ashley Meeken as the object of Seymour’s affection, Audrey. Newcomer Jason Sekili plays Seymour, and Charles Baran, Najm Muhammad, Angelique Pierre, Arin Francis, Deijah Faulkner, and Dustin Teuber round out the cast.
It is directed by Timothy L’Ecuyer with music direction by Michael Ursua and choreography by Chloe Kounadis. Veteran Playhouse scenic designer and three-time Emmy Award-winner
Melissa Shakun designed the set, with lighting by Tyson W. Miller, costumes by John Beltre, and sound design by Rory Shea.
Little Shop of Horrors is generously sponsored by Northeast Mill Services and Lakes Region Community Col-
lege, and runs through July 19. The Winnipesaukee Playhouse is located at 33 Footlight Circle in Meredith. Tickets are available at www. winnipesaukeeplayhouse.org.
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Capitol Center for the Arts: The 2025 Season Looks Extraordinary
By Mark Okrant
This writer had his first taste of live musical theater—reluctantly—as a preteen in 1960, when our parents dragged my brother and me to the Broadway production of Bye Bye Birdie, starring Dick Van Dyke and Chita Rivera. What a life-changing experience that turned out to be! For today’s parents of preteens and teenagers, it isn’t necessary to travel to New York or even Boston to awaken your children’s imaginations. That’s because most large cities offer musical theater venues—with their impressive stages, large orchestra pits, excellent sound and light systems, and several options of comfortable seating. Such venues attract excellent professional theater groups and wonderful performers. There are a number of these sites in northern New England, and, fortunately, downtown Concord is similarly gifted.
The Capitol Center for the Arts (CCA) is a venue that features a 1,304-seat theater designed with an Egyptian motif. According to singular scholar of show business in the Con-
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cord community, Paul E. Brogan, the Capitol Theatre and the Star Theatre around the corner were part of a chain owned by Joseph P. Kennedy’s MaineNew Hampshire Theatres Company.
Remembering back to the 1950s and 1960s, Brogan wrote, even as it aged, “the Capitol Theatre still bore signs
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of the elegance and lushness that had earned it acclaim when it opened, replete with a pipe organ and stage presentations before each film.”
The present Center opened in its current form in 1995, after a multi-year renovation of the old Capitol Theatre, which had existed in the same location from 1927 to 1989. The present theater is equipped to host major Broadway shows, having played host to a range of entertainment such as the Billy Joel musical Movin’ Out, pianist George Winston, and humorist David Sedaris. The renovation of the Capitol Center was made possible by $4.2 million in donations received for the then-newly formed center, with Chubb Life providing most of the support. The Chubb Theatre was named in honor of the company that made the center possible.
The Capitol Center takes its role as a cultural anchor in the community seriously, welcoming everyone through its doors to come together for the shared experience of live performance. It is its intention to expand programs beyond the theatre walls and continue to be an important part of the thriving cultural sector, as well as a leader in Concord’s
creative economy. With a firm belief in the power of arts experiences to shape lives and strengthen community bonds, the Center’s mission is to serve area residents and visitors (both in-person and virtually) through dynamic engagements with performing artists that inspire, educate, entertain, deepen human-to-human connections, expand community vitality, and generate economic growth.
The Capitol Center management further states, “We are guided by the belief that the performing arts are both for and by all peoples. The Capitol Center is committed to creating a community where both the art presented on the CCA stages, and the audiences for that art represent the rich diversity of the communities we serve. We hereby strengthen our commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. We acknowledge our responsibility as a prominent arts institution for creating an environment of active anti-racism and dismantling systemic barriers.”
What follows is a schedule of events at the Chubb Theater situated at 44 South Main Street—from the second week of July through early October: The Wizard of Oz, Jr
Friday, July 18 and Saturday July 19 at 7 pm
Alice in Wonderland Jr
Friday, July 25 and Saturday July 26 at 7 pm
Beetlejuice Jr
Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 at 7 pm
Brad Williams: The Growth Spurt Tour
Friday, August 8 at 7 pm and 10:15 pm
Al Jardine and the Pet Sounds Band
Sunday, September 7 at 7 pm
Author Tess Bailey
Monday, September 8 at 7 pm
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Find Your Inner Creative with the League of NH Craftsmen
The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen presents three additional classes for your enjoyment this month!
On Friday, July 18, from 8 am – 5 pm, join in at Murray Hill Weaving, 685 Murray Hill Road, Hill, New Hampshire, 03243, for a Simply Country Basket class. In agreement with the Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, this class will be taught at Murray Hill Weaving shop in the country setting of Hill, NH. Spend a day with Jean Reed and master the art of basketry. This workshop is called Simply Country basket because of the simplistic design and country charm, but don’t let that fool you because this very strong, sturdy, and versatile basket serves many purposes. Perfect for gathering fruit or sitting on the table as a decorative piece, this basket will fit any home décor. The strength of this basket is in the solid wood base. It is a great basket for the first-time weaver to start with or a relaxing project for the more experienced. No previous weaving experience is required. No special weaving tools are required. Students must bring: A spray bottle, heavy-duty scissors, a hand towel, and a tape measure.
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Deer Tick
Wednesday, September 10, at 7:30
pm
Giles Series: Stop Making Sense
Thursday, September 11 at 7 pm
Welcome Back My Friends – An Evening with Emerson, Lake, & Palmer
Friday, September 12 at 7:30 pm
Jason Robert Brown and Friends
Saturday, September 13 at 7:30 pm
A Taste of Ireland
Sunday, September 14 at 3 pm
Nurse Blake
Don’t forget a brown bag lunch and a good sense of humor! Tuition is $140 per student, which includes all materials. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Those who wish to attend must sign up by Tuesday, July 15.
On Saturday, July 19, from 10 am – 3 pm, Patsy Frasier will lead attendees through a Needle Felted Loon class. Learn the art of needle felting and create your own felted loon in this fun one-day workshop! Using a simple wire armature and wool, you’ll wrap and needle felt the loon shape from the tip of the
Friday, September 19 at 7 pm
Evil Dead in Concert
Wednesday, September 24 at 7 pm
Kevin James: Owls Don’t Walk
Saturday, September 27 at 4 pm and 7pm
Walter Mosley
Friday, October 3, at 7 pm
The Capitol Center for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Aside from owning and operating the historic Chubb Theatre, there is the flexible capacity (300-450) venue known as the Bank of New Hampshire (BNH) Stage, situated at 16 South Main Street in Concord. The BNH facility provides an upstairs bar/lounge, a café stage, and a new home for the
bill to the end of its tail. Then you will learn to create the characteristics that make our common loons so distinctive. A little experience is helpful, but not necessary. Tuition is $55 per student with an additional materials fee of $25 paid by cash or check to the instructor at the time of the class. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Those who wish to attend MUST sign up by Wednesday, July 16.
On Friday, July 25, Jean Reed once again joins forces with Mur-
CCA box office.
It is at the BNH site that CCA will be offering a wide range of other programs and performances. This will include its popular RB Youth Division program. This is a robust education series that welcomes thousands of New Hampshire students from grades K-12 each year, to experience touring theatrical productions based on literature, art, music and even math and science. For a full list of all offerings at the BNH facility, interested persons are strongly advised to visit the ccanh. mysalesforce-sites.com website.
ray Hill Weaving in Hill, NH, for a Woven Rocks class. Jean will share her weaving knowledge with you, allowing you to create your own weaving patterns on rocks. This unusual art form will give you some very basic weaving techniques with materials such as jute, leather, waxed linens, and other cordages. Participants are urged to bring some rocks of their own and a couple of small branches (twisted grapevine is great, or tiny pieces of driftwood). Once again, bring a brown bag lunch and a good sense of humor! Tuition is $70 per student, which includes all materials. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. Those who wish to attend must sign up by Tuesday, July 22.
To register for any of these workshops, please call the League of NH Craftsmen – Fine Craft Gallery at (603) 279-7920 or stop by the gallery located at 279 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith, NH.
For more details, visit our web-
There is an additional activity at Capitol Center of the Arts that has been planned specifically for students in grades K through 4. Chicka Chicka Boom: The Musical has been described as an unforgettable adventure where the beloved children’s book springs to life on stage. Adapted by Nina Meehan and Austin Zumbro, this delightful production features vibrant songs, energetic dancing, and whimsical puppets, ensuring a joyous experience for kids and adults alike. The show will be held on October 21 at 10:30 am. It will be a popular event for school classes and other groups. Therefore, interested persons are advised to visit the ccanh. mysalesforce-sites.com soon.
There’s Always Something Happening at Beans & Greens
By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper
Being a farmer is hard work, and you must truly love what you are doing to commit to the lifestyle. Being the owner of a farmstand that supports more than 50 local farms is also a labor of love.
Just ask Chris Collias, the owner of Beans & Greens Farm at 245 Intervale Rd. in Gilford. Those who visit may not be aware of Collias, who quietly operates the business, but he is the driving force behind the ever-changing additions and activities at the farm. Collias can be seen walking the grounds, taking notes on this and that, and dreaming of new things to please his customers. His partner, Lindy, also works hard to ensure the business runs smoothly.
Historically, Beans & Greens was started by Andy and Martina Howe, hard-working Gilford farmers looking to expand their business. The couple started by selling vegetables and quickly expanded into an old and large barn in Gilford, seeing the space as a blank canvas to sell their products and add baked goods as well. They had farm animals that kids loved to visit and plants for sale as well.
A few years ago, the Howes sold Beans & Greens to Collias, who brought changes to the farm, perhaps the biggest being the Notch Biergarten by Beans & Greens, a bar offering craft beers and a spacious dining and concert area pavilion near the old barn.
From spring through fall, customers flock to the Biergarten to relax, have something to eat, and a drink from the selection of craft beers on tap. Craft beers include a full line-up from Notch Brewing in Salem, Massachusetts, as well as guest beers from local brewers such as Concord Craft, Northwoods Brewing, and Stormalong Cider.
Food from the farm’s food truck, or delicious meals served buffet style during a special event, combined with a line-up of musical acts – all in a beautiful, casual outdoor farm setting - offer something totally unique.
Regular weekly events see guests coming back multiple times for Trivia Night with “That Trivia Guy” on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm, Family Fun Nights on Thursdays and Fridays from 6 to 8 pm, and Sunday Music Brunch Buffet with Paul Warnick from
10 am to 2 pm.
Live entertainment at the farm includes: July 18 - music by Mike O’Brien in the Biergarten from 6 to 9 pm; July 19 - live music with Mitch Alden in the Biergarten from noon to 3 pm, and the ever-popular Dueling Pianos from 7:30 to 9:30 pm. JJ Walker will be at the farm on July 24 for Comedy Night from 6 to 8 pm, and live music on July 25 with Jack Ancora from 6 to 9 pm. A fun Beatles Tribute Show is scheduled for July 26 from 7:30 to 9:30 pm, and live music with Dakota Smart from 6 to 9 pm takes place on July 31. (Check Beans & Greens website for the August live entertainment lineup.)
Collias is always adding new entertainment and utilizing the vast outdoor area at Beans & Greens, such as an extensive Outdoor Fun Park (admission charged for this area).
The park is decidedly popular with kids. Any parent looking for something fun and unique to do with their kids should put the Fun Park on their to-do list. (After grabbing coffee for Mom and Dad from the outdoor coffee cart.)
to interact with farm animals that are fostered during the spring and summer seasons. Our animals are raised from a young age in an environment surrounded by new visitors every day. The result is friendly and docile animals.”
Beans & Greens Works with Jill Miller at Miller’s Farm and Horse Sanctuary to foster the animals each season. Many of the animals are part of programs or spend their winters at Miller’s Farm.
In an outdoor area, you will see goose Gus and ducks Mini and Pearl, Bandit the sweet baby cow, and goats Hansel, Gretel, and Tinkerbell. And of course, there is gentle and beautiful Mr. Beans, a Bernese Mountain dog, often seen trailing behind Collias, his best friend.
July 19 is a day you won’t want to miss for outdoor fun with your kids. Stop by for Family Fun Day from 11 am to 3 pm. Admission is free, and there is a lot to do. There will be an annual cider donut eating contest, field games, a scavenger hunt, corn hole, giant bubbles, Gilford Fire Dept. truck tours, music, and much more.
For those with a green thumb, there are plants and florals galore in the greenhouse at the farm with a large variety of vegetable starts, outdoor garden plants and even herbs from which to choose.
New to the farm is the floral arrangement area by Alton Florist. If you need flowers for a special occasion or “just because,” the farm is the place to go.
The park has a lot for kids to explore and get some exercise as well. Kids love such activities as the Flying Zipline Mini Beanstalk, Jumping Jack, barrel car rides, hayrides, and more - you never know what Collias will dream up next!
The farm animal area at Beans & Greens has always been popular. Everyone wants to visit with farm animals, and Beans & Greens has a great area to do so. According to information at www.beansandgreensfarm.com, “During farmstand hours, our barnyard animals are always out for our customers to visit. The barnyard is a fun way
In the barn/farm stand, you can grab homemade breads, pies, cookies, and other treats baked right in the farm kitchen. Added to this are deli products and sandwiches made fresh to order. Enjoy your meal in the barn’s cozy café seating space or at the outdoor pavilion.
If you want an authentic street truck meal, you cannot do better than the award-winning Taco Truck that you will see parked on the grounds of the farm. Open for lunch, the truck offers a fun and unique way to meet businesspeople, co-workers, or friends at Beans & Greens for a lunch/taco experience.
This summer, the popular Town Docks/Common Man ice cream has come to the farm and is open daily
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The popular outdoor pavilion area where guests enjoy a meal, a concert, a craft beer or special event.
Brick by Brick: Discovering Laconia’s Historic Landscape at Upcoming Museum Talk
On Wednesday, July 16, at 7 pm, the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum will welcome Laconia historians Warren Huse and Pat Tierney, who will speak on the built environment of Laconia. Since seating is limited, reservations are requested by phone at 603366-5950 or by e-mail to lakewinnipesaukeemuseum@gmail.com. This program is free for Laconia and Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society members; for non-members, there is a $5 fee.
This program on the history and development of Laconia and its neighborhoods is in conjunction with the NH Center for Photography’s exhibition Survivors: 200 Years of New Hampshire Architecture, on view at the Museum through July. This exhibition celebrates the rich history of architecture found in New Hampshire through a display of over 70 photographs drawn from over 800 images made by NHCP members. Volunteer photographers traveled across the state from the Connecticut River east to the Seacoast, and from Berlin south to the Massachusetts border.
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from 1 to 8 pm. If you’re craving great ice cream in a variety of flavors, the unique ice cream truck is the place to be. Common Man staff are scooping standard flavors and some others as well (Moose Rack and Caramel Sea Salt are among the choices).
Lastly (but certainly not least) is the new hiking trail that connects from the back of Beans & Greens to the Carey Trail, which winds through the woods to the very popular Locke’s Hill Trail. The Carey trail, which Collias and his team help maintain, is just under three miles in length and offers hikers a great chance to get some exercise before or after a Beans & Greens concert, dinner, or meeting friends for coffee and a pastry.
Soon, fresh corn will be for sale in the farmstand, and with corn comes the Beans & Greens corn maze. The corn maze begins approximately in
Beginning in 2022, to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the 1823 founding of the New Hampshire Historical Society, NHCP members photographed historic structures that were built before 1826. The objective of the Survivors project was to make a current photographic record of qualifying buildings statewide. The New Hampshire Center for Photography is a non-profit organization that supports the art of photography as a means of creative expression and cultural insight, and whose members provide exhibitions, publications, and outreach programs.
The Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society was founded in 1985 with the mission to promote and preserve the history and heritage of the Big Lake and its vicinity. Programs focusing on the Lakes Region and New Hampshire history are held on Wednesdays during the summer season. Located at 503 Endicott Street North, next to Funspot in the Weirs, the museum is open Wednesdays through Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm through mid-October.
September and is a great way to have fun through the fall. Simply purchase a pass at the farm and then enter the fun maze and find your way out after a rollicking good adventure.
The Beans & Greens Fear Farm Haunted Attraction will return this fall, as Beans & Greens once again partners with Mayhem Productions to create the haunted house.
Being a farmer takes dedication and a lot of hard work. The commitment to continue a farm centering on agri-tourism in a unique way that makes a place a favorite may be hard work, but it is paying off and bringing something unique to the Lakes Region.
For Chris Collias, his partner Lindy, and the staff at Beans & Greens Farm in Gilford, life on the farm is also a lot of fun and play.
Visit www.beansandgreensfarm. com or call 603-293-2853. (The farm is open from 7:30 am to 6 pm, seven days a week.)
Granite VNA Offers Online Caregiver Connection
Granite VNA is offering an online caregiver group on Thursday, July 24 at 10 am. This program is on the fourth Thursday of each month.
Caregiver Connection is an opportunity for family caregivers to support one another and connect with our staff professionals. We look forward to providing a safe space to connect with other caregivers facing similar challenges.
Registration is required. To register, call 603-224-4093, ext. 85664, or visit www.granitevna.org. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive a link to the program. Technical instruction is available to participate in the group.
Granite VNA is a not-for-profit licensed and certified home health and hospice care provider. The agency serves people of all ages in 72 communities across the Greater Capital Region and Central New Hampshire by providing home care, hospice care, pediatric and maternal child health services, and wellness programming. The agency has offices in Concord, Laconia, and Wolfeboro. Granite VNA has served New Hampshire since 1899. For more information about Granite VNA, visit www.granitevna.org.
Broadway Star at Brewster with Great Waters Summer Concerts
A stunning addition to the Great Waters summer lineup: Broadway star Abby Mueller (Beautiful: The Carole King Musical) takes the stage with her trio for You’ve Got a Friend – The Music of Carole, Joni, and James, a heartfelt tribute to three of the most influential artists of our time: Carole King, Joni Mitchell, and James Taylor.
The concert is at Brewster Academy’s Anderson Hall, Wolfeboro, 7:30 – 9:30 pm on Thursday, July 24.
Get ready for an evening of unfor-
gettable songs and stories — from “Natural Woman” and “Big Yellow Taxi” to “Fire and Rain” and “You’ve Got a Friend.” Whether you grew up with these legends or are discovering them anew, this show promises to be a soul-stirring celebration of timeless music.
Tickets are on sale now at greatwaters.org. This performance is part of the Great Waters Summer Concert Series, bringing world-class artists to New Hampshire’s Lakes Region.
Water Recreation Safety Tips
Fun in the sun often involves playing in the water. Whether you’re soaking up some rays in a backyard pool, catching some ocean waves on a surfboard, or sliding your way across a Slip ’N Slide, there’s no shortage of ways to incorporate water into warmweather recreation.
Water-based recreation makes especially warm days more comfortable, but caution must reign supreme when engaging in water play. The National Drowning Prevention Alliance offers the following safety tips to lower the risk of water recreation accidents.
• Brush up on your swimming skills. The NDPA reports that learning how to swim can reduce drowning risk by 88 percent. Adults and children alike are urged to go over the basics
of swimming before getting in the water to ensure their skills are up to the task. If possible, practice the basics in the shallow end of a pool to reacclimate your body to swimming. Parents can keep a watchful eye on their young swimmers to ensure they haven’t forgotten how to swim since last season.
• Never swim alone. Swimming with a partner is a fun way to stay safe. The buddy system ensures someone is there to look after swimmers and offer help if a swimmer is struggling. A buddy can also call for help by alerting a lifeguard when swimming in a public place such as a beach, lake, or community swimming pool.
• Stick to designated swimming areas. The flag system is often employed at parks, beaches, and lakes
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to indicate when and where it’s safe to swim. A red flag typically symbolizes that swimming is unsafe, whereas a green flag means conditions are welcoming for swimmers. Stick to areas designated as safe. The NDPA notes it’s always preferable to swim under the supervision of a lifeguard.
• Err on the side of caution. The NDPA notes it’s best to get out when in doubt. If water conditions don’t feel right, exit the water. Falling rain, rough currents, muscle cramps, and/or physical fatigue can quickly transform a fun swimming session into a dangerous situation. Get out of the water at the first sign of doubt. You can always return later if your physical condition and/or the conditions in the water change.
• Be an educated swimmer. Savvy swimmers know to check the local forecast, including water conditions, before getting their toes wet. The NDPA notes it’s unsafe to swim in the rain, particularly if there is thunder
Chocorua Little Lake Ecology Paddle
Like every pond and lake, Chocorua Lake is home to myriad species of flora and fauna. Come learn who lives here!
On Friday, July 18, from 8–11 AM, join Chocorua Lake Conservancy Stewardship Director Debra Marnich for a leisurely paddle on Chocorua Little Lake, down to the dam and back. We’ll leave from the Grove on Chocorua Lake Road, just off Route 16, and explore the vegetated buffer along the water’s edge with its many nooks and crannies. We’ll see what insects, reptiles and amphibians we can find and learn what plants grow with their “feet” in wet soils at the lake’s edge or on the bottom.
While exploring the native flora and fauna, we’ll be on the lookout for signs of exotic aquatic species that could create problems in the lake if they become established. We’ll have with us some Weed Watcher Kits from the NH
Department of Environmental Services (DES) to help with our searches and identification. Chocorua Lake is home to many native aquatic plants, and looking for clues to identification can help us all be more aware of what is around us.
Want to learn more in advance about what we can be looking for, both the species that belong here and the ones that cause trouble? Amy Smagula, Exotic Species Program Coordinator at DES, joined us for a webinar on “Protecting Our Lakes from Aquatic Invasive Species.” You can watch the webinar at chocorualake.org/gallery to learn how to identify the native plants in Chocorua Lake and on the shore, and what the ones we’re hoping never to find look like!
Participants must bring their own canoe or kayak and paddles, and life jack-
ets are required. Be sure to bring sun and bug protection, a hat, binoculars if you like, a water bottle, and snacks. Free for CLC members, $10 suggested donation for non-members, and space is limited. Please register in advance via www.chocorualake.org/events so that we can let you know of any changes in the schedule.
CLC Stewardship Director Debra Marnich holds a BS in Zoology and an MS in Forestry. Her major interests and professional focus areas include combining wildlife and forestry practices to manage for both sound silvicultural and optimum wildlife habitat, creating early successional and bird nesting habitat, pollinator habitat creation, promoting small diverse farms local food production/agriculture, promoting land conservation and protection, environmental education, and integrating all resources
concerns to create a balanced conservation system.
Chocorua Lake Conservancy offers programs throughout the year to encourage people of all ages to enjoy Chocorua Lake and the trails and woods that surround it, and to learn more about the natural world we inhabit. Visit www.chocorualake.org for updated information, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
CLC is a nonprofit land trust founded in 1968 to protect the scenic and natural resources of the Chocorua Lake Basin and the surrounding area. CLC is committed to providing convenient and attractive public access to Chocorua Lake and trails on nearby conservation lands for visitors and residents. For more information, including ways you can get involved, please visit www.chocorualake.org.
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Steps Anyone Can Take to Reduce Air Pollution
The threat posed by air pollution is more significant than many people may realize. According to the World Health Organization, almost 99 percent of the global population breathes air that exceeds safety guidelines and contains high levels of pollutants. The WHO notes that exposure is associated with seven million premature deaths each year.
Despite its prevalence, air pollution at such high levels is not inevitable. Individuals concerned about the threat posed by air pollution can take various steps to combat it, and such measures can prove even more effective when adopted on a wide scale.
• Drive less. Exhaust from cars is
among the biggest contributors to air pollution. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the transportation sector is responsible for approximately 45 percent of total nitrogen oxide emissions in the United States. The Union of Concerned Scientists reports that studies have linked exhaust emissions like nitrogen oxide to adverse effects on various organ systems in the body. Driving less frequently can help curb the vehicle exhaust emissions that are contributing to air pollution across the globe.
• Do your homework before purchasing an electric vehicle. Electric vehicles (EVs) do not produce
the exhaust emissions that have contributed so heavily to air pollution, and that has compelled millions of drivers to make the switch from gaspowered automobiles to EVs. In theory, EVs should be an ally in the fight against air pollution. However, that might come down to which type of EV drivers purchase. According to Cars.com, EVs tend to be heavier than similar gas cars, and that extra weight can cause tires to wear more quickly. In addition, Cars.com notes tires made for EVs are designed to provide reduced rolling resistance in an attempt to increase driving range, but still might not last as long as traditional tires on gas-powered vehicles. Tire wear and the resulting road dust pollution can affect air quality. These variables underscore the significance of doing your homework before purchasing an EV. Industry experts note that more research into the effects of the nonexhaust emissions produced by EVs is necessary, but in the meantime, car buyers can conduct their own research and determine if purchasing an EV is an effective way for them to combat air pollution.
• Consider additional electricpowered alternatives. Even if drivers are hesitant to purchase an EV, they
have other options to reduce their reliance on gas-powered products. Gas-powered lawn care products like mowers and string trimmers can be significant contributors to air pollution. According to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, a single hour running a gas-powered lawn mower can produce the same amount of pollution as a 100-mile car trip. That’s because smaller gas-powered engines like the ones on mowers and leaf blowers lack pollution control devices.
• Plant trees. The National Park Service notes that trees improve air quality in various ways. Trees directly remove pollutants from the air and reduce energy consumption in buildings, thus reducing emissions produced by air conditioners and other appliances. An analysis from the Urban Ecology Research Learning Alliance found that urban forest tree canopy in 11 National Capital Area parks removes more than 1.1 million metric tons of air pollution every year. Air pollution is a prevalent and formidable threat. Fortunately, there’s much everyone can do to combat that threat. ~Metro
