From Navy Wings to Storybook Dreams: Jennifer Anderson’s Journey of Gratitude and Giving
By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper
We all need a magical journey now and then. For Jennifer Anderson of Moultonborough, the world around us is magical. She shares her happiness and all it encompasses with children in her first book called “Orange’s Favorite Things.”
If anyone had told Jennifer years ago, during the height of her career in the military, that she would fulfill a dream of writing a children’s book, she might have been skeptical.
However, that is just what she has done with her book launching in November titled “Orange’s Favorite Things.” The book is a gift to veterans, and Jennifer explains, “I will be partnering with K9’s for Warriors and donating a portion of my proceeds from the launch day to this amazing charity.”
The partnership is a wonderful gift to those benefitting from the K9’s for Warriors program. (Readers can order the book on November 11 - not before - with proceeds going for sales only on November 11.)
The book is geared for ages 3 to 8 and is centered around a cute little ball of energy, a girl named Orange. “She is patterned after me,” Jennifer says with a twinkle in her eye.
Jennifer has always been positive, energetic and enjoys adventure. She explains, “I grew up in Maryland with my parents and my sister. I have always wanted to fly since I was a child.
My dad was a big history buff. He would take us to all the battlefields, air shows, and the Naval Academy. When we would visit the Naval Academy, he would say to me I would one day go there. I fell in love with the Navy and the idea of flying through my dad. He was drafted into the Army during Vietnam and did his initial time and got out.
“My dad was the inspiration for me attending the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland. I attended from July 1991 and graduated in May 1995. I was a member of the proud class of 1995; we just celebrated our 30th reunion last weekend.”
That in itself would be a big accomplishment, but talking with Jennifer, it quickly becomes apparent that she does not let big obstacles get her down. Entering a field that was historically “male territory” never stopped her. (Much like the spunk and determination in the character of Orange.)
Jennifer’s military background is impressive. She explains, “I was a surface warfare officer first and completed my training in Newport, RI from September of 1995 until March 1996. I was assigned to the USS Wasp (LHD1) in Norfolk, VA. I was selected to transfer to the aviation community and started
flight school in Pensacola, FL in October 1996. I completed flight training in 1998. (I was taught fixed wing and helicopter flight.)
“My follow-on was in HC-3 Packrats for initial h-46 Sea Knight training (North Island, CA) and I completed training in 1999. I was then assigned to my first 9 squadron, HC-11 Gunbearers (h-46 Sea knight (aka PHROG) in North Island, CA.”
She continues, “I was deployed twice as a Search and Rescue Helicopter pilot to the Middle East with the Gunbearers Det 4 on the USS Bon Homme Richard (BHR)(LHD6). The inaugural deployment for the BHR was in 2000 and again right after 9/11 in 2001 as a helicopter aircraft commander and XO of my det (det 4). We were one of the first on-scene in the Middle East after 9/11. Upon completion of my second deployment, I transferred to HMT303 (Marine Light Attack Training Squadron) located in Camp Pendleton, CA. I was a UH-1 Huey flight instructor for both Navy and Marine newly graduated flight school pilots.”
After her retirement, Jennifer (and her husband) moved to Moultonborough and Eleanor (Jennifer’s mother), relocated nearby. Jennifer and Eleanor are best buddies and share happy memories and stories. Perhaps it was grow-
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Jennifer Anderson. (Courtesy photo)
ing up with a storytelling Mom that influenced Jennifer to write her book.
Jennifer says her mother always made up stories to tell her daughters. It created a world of magic for Jennifer, and she never forgot those childhood tales of children, animals and adventures. “My mother was truly the inspiration for the book,” Jennifer says.
Writing a children’s book is not an easy task, but Jennifer got help when she attended the Miriam Laundry Believe 2024 (September 2024) in Niagara at Lake Canada.
“It was an interactive experience to help develop the author mindset and a kickstart to creating. It was two days of speakers, coaching and workshops. Once I completed the conference, I started their publishing course in January of 2025 with about 20 other authors. We have monthly calls and an online course from the smallest kernel of a story to completion at the end of one year. My book will launch at the 11-month mark on November 11,” Jennifer says.
The character of Orange is a spunky, creative and vibrant child and her personality echoes that of Jennifer…and also her mother.
The story is about Orange’s favorite things, from feeding ducks and swimming with friends, filling the pages with delightful surprises and whimsical moments. Publicity for the book tells us that the book is “a heartwarming celebration of gratitude, joy and the little things that make life so magical.”
Another main character in the book is Orange’s dog, who accompanies the little girl on her adventures. “Everything in the book is taken from my life,” Jennifer explains. “It includes my parents and my sister, Heather. When I started writing the book last January, I knew I wanted it to be fun, joyful and colorful.”
Along with the fun of writing the book and it being a thank-you to her parents, Jennifer stresses, “I definitely want to give back to veterans.”
Every veteran will appreciate the message that encompasses little Orange: to have fun, not be negative but instead vibrant. “She is definitely a happy-go-lucky girl,” Jennifer adds. (One can see Orange’s personality on the book’s cover, illustrated by Amanda Porter.)
Along with writing her first children’s book, Jennifer also makes jewelry and is part of such organizations as the Moultonborough Women’s Club.
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She also spends a lot of time with her mother, traveling around the area and just having fun together. Additionally, Jennifer is an animal lover and says, “My mom told me many animal stories when I was growing up; we always
loved to read books as well.”
All this is a world away from Jennifer’s life in the military, but she has not forgotten her fellow veterans. After the positive experience of writing her first book, Jennifer is now working on her second book. With a smile, she says she does not want to give out too much about the plot of the book. “Let’s just say it is about a squirrel!” she laughs.
The next book is sure to be as delightful as the first and will be awaited with anticipation by children (and adults) who love a good read into the magical journey of make-believe.
Discover information on where to order the book at ReadingwithGidget on Facebook and Reading_with_Gidget on Instagram.
Chocorua Mountain Club Trail Clearing Day
Volunteer with a view! Join Chocorua Lake Conservancy to help keep its trails clear and safe. You’ll meet others who also love this place!
On Saturday, November 8 at 9 am, join Chocorua Lake Conservancy for a Chocorua Mountain Club Trail Clearing Day on Mount Chocorua, Mount Paugus, and CLC conservation lands. For more than 100 years, Chocorua Mountain Club (CMC) members have been maintaining trails on Mount Chocorua and Mount Paugus. In 2023, Chocorua Mountain Club merged into Chocorua Lake Conservancy (CLC), and now CLC’s Chocorua Mountain Club Trails Committee is organizing year-round trail stewardship.
The day will include raking leaves to clear drainage for the spring and clearing any blowdowns that have happened over the summer. Volunteers will be split into groups of three to five and assigned a trail. Head up one of the mountains for an all-day hike, or choose a shorter trail on nearby CLC conservation lands for a half-day.
Meet at 9 am sharp at the Grove at Chocorua Lake, on Chocorua Lake Road just off of Route 16, for tools and trail assignments. No special skills needed. Youth under 18 must be accompanied by a guardian. Please register in advance at chocorualake.org/ events so that we can let you know if any plans change.
What to bring: Wear sturdy closetoed shoes or boots and long pants, dress for the temps with layers, bring plenty of water to drink, snacks and lunch, sun protection as needed, and a first-aid kit for small cuts and bruises—i.e. standard hiking gear. Tools are provided as needed, but it’s helpful if you can bring your own sturdy steel rake and/or big clippers, and gloves— no power tools, please.
Post Trail Work Treats: After our workday, we’ll have pizza and hot drinks in the Grove for you as you drop your tools off.
This event is one in a series of Chocorua Lake Conservancy programs held 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. To learn about upcoming events, visit www.chocorualake.org, sign up for our monthly e-newsletter, or 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 surrounding area. CLC is committed to providing convenient and attractive public access to Chocorua Lake and trails on nearby conservation lands for visitors and local residents. For more information including ways you can get involved, please visit
Written by Jennifer “Gidget” Anderson Illustrated by Amanda Porter
Authors of “Buried in New Hampshire” to Speak at Gafney Library
The Gafney Library, in conjunction with the Wakefield/ Brookfield Historical Society presents “Buried in New Hampshire,” on November 18, 2025, at 5:30 pm in their Community Room. From the seacoast to the White Mountains, to the Great North Woods, New Hampshire burial grounds vary from urban park-like cemeteries to single lonely markers hidden deep in the woods. Tombstones tell fascinating stories of the past and may tell of heroic deeds or great tragedies. Personal histories become forgotten, but some survive in local lore. To create,” Buried New Hampshire” for Fonthill Media publishers, authors and photographers Rick Davidson and Bill Thompson spent a year researching legends, following clues, and photographing granite state cemeteries. Rick and Bill will share their evocative color photographs and intriguing research. Celebrities, murderers, heroes, and various unusual characters, some tragic, some inspiring, come alive in their book and in this course. Some are well known;
others lie in their final resting place shrouded in mystery.
Presenter Rick Davidson is a photographer, novelist, and retired teacher. Rick and his wife Jane reside in Freedom, NH. They operated Davidson Photography and Video for many years. Rick has taught at Kingswood, Kennett, and Stuttgart University, for Adult Ed. Rick is the author of three thrillers and a book in NH history.
Bill Thompson and his wife Janet were owners of the North Country Angler Fly Shop in North Conway. Thompson was a licensed New Hampshire fishing guide. For nineteen years, he wrote The Valley Angler fishing column for the local paper and a monthly column for The New Hampshire Outdoor Gazette.
The Gafney Library is located at 14 High Street, Sanbornville. For more information, call Library Director Amy Swanson at 603-522-3401. Library programs are free and open to the public.
Gafney Library Annual Wreath Sale Returns
As the holiday season approaches, the Gafney Library in Sanbornville is excited to announce its annual wreath sale! This beloved tradition brings festive cheer to the community while supporting the library’s operating budget.
Each year, dedicated Gafney Library volunteers spend months preparing stunning 24-inch double-sided balsam wreaths. These beautiful wreaths are adorned with hand-collected pinecones and elegant decorative bows, making each one a unique piece of holiday décor. With only 150 wreaths available, they’re known to sell out quickly, so be sure to secure yours!
The wreaths are available for just $35 each. Orders can easily be placed by visiting the Gafney Library website to print out an order form, or by stopping by the library to pick one up in person. Payment, made by cash or check (payable to Gafney Library), is required with your order. Payments can be brought to the library, mailed, or even dropped in the book drop after hours.
Wreath pickup will take place on Saturday, November 22, from 9 am to 1 pm at the former Myers Building next to Tumbledown Café, on Meadow Street. This timing ensures you can have your wreath ready to adorn your home just before Thanksgiving, adding a festive touch to your celebrations.
The wreath sale is one of several annual fundraisers organized by the Gafney Board of Trustees. Proceeds from the sale directly contribute to the library’s operating budget, allowing Gafney Library to continue offering valuable resources and programs to the community.
For more information about the wreath sale, including how to order, please visit the Gafney Library website (www.gafneylibrary.org) or call 603522-3401.
Join us in celebrating the holiday spirit while giving back to the community. Order your wreath today and be part of a cherished Gafney Library tradition!
Granite State Choral Society
Hosts Fall Craft Fair
The Granite State Choral Society invites the community to its annual Fall Craft Fair on Saturday, November 8, from 9:30 am to 3 pm at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867.
The craft fair will feature a variety of handcrafted items from local artisans, including jewelry, art, seasonal crafts, and home décor. Items will be available from businesses such as Neva’s Creations, PaperPie, Threads or Tales, Bead-Dazzled, and more!
Don’t shop hungry! Starting at 11 am, the Granite State Choral Society will be selling and serving a selection of homemade soups, chilis, and stews. For the best value, grab the “Choir Combo”: a full meal, a drink of your choice, and one complimentary refill from any of the available crock-pots. All proceeds directly support the Choral Society’s mission.
“This fair is a wonderful opportunity to showcase the best of our local crafters while offering the community a unique shopping experience,” said Ken Ballinger, President of GSCS. “Every purchase goes directly to supporting our mission of bringing music to the region.”
The Granite State Choral Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to performing and promoting choral music. The group performs a variety of musical styles, from classical to contemporary, and presents concerts throughout the year.
For more information about the craft fair or the Granite State Choral Society, please email gschoral@ gmail.com or gcballinger@gmail.com. Watch or listen to the Choral Society on TikTok as granite.state.cho and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ GSChoral.
Plymouth Square Dance is Back! at the Barn on the Pemi
If you haven’t tried it yet, mark your calendars and get ready to kick up your heels! Back by popular demand is the annual winter run of the Plymouth Square Dance at the Barn on the Pemi. As in past years, the square dance is open to all levels of dancers, including and especially beginners! And if you aren’t sure, there’s plenty of toe-tapping to do and fun to watch. This year once again, renowned caller David Millstone will teach traditional squares (and more) before each dance to let everyone practice before the music starts. Live music includes professional fiddler Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki and pianist Sue Hunt, along with many volunteer musicians who come to play backup. Suggested contribution at the door is $10-$15 per person. All proceeds go to the caller and musicians and to keep the square dance going each year. The Common Man donates the Barn, staff, complementary goodies, ice cream, and coffee/tea. (Thank you Common Man!) Cash bar is available and doors
open at 7:15 pm. Bring a clean pair of shoes for dancing. Whether you come as a group, a couple or a it’s night out for yourself, every dance is different and everyone is encouraged to change partners during the evening to expand the fun.
If you haven’t been before, the dances are a joyful way to connect with others and build community. Come check ‘em out! This year’s dates are: Wednesday, November 5, Wednesday, December 3, Thursday, January 8, 2026, Thursday, February 5, Thursday, March 5, and Thursday, April 2. All dances are from 7:30 to 10 pm at the Barn on the Pemi, 341 Daniel Webster Highway, Plymouth. If the weather is questionable, please check the Plymouth Square Dance Facebook page to see if the dance has been rescheduled. See “Events” on the Facebook page, email: howe.gen@ gmail.com or call: 603-481-0789 for further event details. Come one, come all for a fun night out!
Help Protect New Hampshire’s Wild Resources by Reporting Wildlife Crime
New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Conservation Officers encourage the public to help protect the Granite State’s wild resources by reporting wildlife crime during the fall hunting seasons and throughout the year.
If you are aware of poaching, trespassing, destruction of property, littering, or theft, please call Operation Game Thief immediately. If you see someone taking an over-limit of fish, shooting an animal out of season, shooting from the road, or leaving trash in an area where they have been
hunting or fishing, let Operation Game Thief know about it.
You can report violations to Fish and Game’s Operation Game Thief online anytime at www.wildnh.com/ogt, or call the 24-hour hotline at 1-800-3444262. Confidentiality is guaranteed Rewards are paid for tips that lead to an arrest or citation.
The hotline is for reports of wildlife crime. It is not intended for general calls about nuisance wildlife, road-kill animals, or questions about hunting and fishing regulations.
If you witness a crime and file a re-
port, please include as much of the following information as possible: date, time, and type of violation, vehicle description and license plate number, road or route name, travel direction, and description of person(s).
“Each of our Conservation Officers covers a lot of territory and they are spread very thin, so information reported by the public through Operation Game Thief can really make a difference in protecting the natural resources that are there for all of us to enjoy,” said Fish and Game Major David Walsh, who coordinates the Operation Game
Thief Program in New Hampshire. Use your mobile device to send anonymous tips to New Hampshire Operation Game Thief. Just text the keyword NHOGT to 847411, add a space, type in your tip information, and then hit send. Or download the NH OGT app for iPhone or Android by visiting the Google Play or iTunes App stores.
To learn more about Operation Game Thief or to report a wildlife crime online, visit www.wildlife.nh.gov/ law-enforcement-division/operation-game-thief.
Be Prepared, Aware, and Responsible When Exploring the Outdoors This Fall and Winter
As the temperature cools and the fall foliage advances across the Granite State, residents and visitors need to practice personal safety and responsibility. All outdoor recreation, even the shortest hike, requires year-round awareness, preparation, and self-reliance. Venturing into the woods or onto an unfamiliar trail connects people with nature in a simple and inspiring way, but you need to be prepared, as with any outdoor activity. Never rely on GPS mapping or app technology to guide you in remote mountains or woodlands; those who practice self-reliance carry maps, a compass, and the knowledge to use both tools. Always be sure to bring a flashlight with extra batteries.
“People hiking now must be aware of their physical limitations, rapidly changing conditions, and the unreliable cellular service in many of the Granite State’s most natural and scenic locations,” said Fish and Game Law Enforcement Chief Colonel Kevin Jordan. “Unpredictable weather, extreme temperature fluctuations between the trailhead and the summit, significantly reduced hours of daylight, and no electricity or wireless access mean that people must be prepared with a light, layers of clothing that will keep them warm and dry, and accurate maps and directions. All hikers, regardless of experience, must know when to turn back, because the goal is to always re-
turn home safely from the backcountry.
It is imperative that people enjoying New Hampshire’s natural resources exercise a high degree of caution. Unsafe and irresponsible behavior puts first responders and volunteers at increased risk of injury.”
Hikers should be prepared and carry with them the top 10 essentials for New Hampshire’s changeable weather conditions and for unanticipated emergencies:
• Map • Compass
• Warm clothing:
• Sweater or fleece jacket
• Long pants (wool or synthetic)
• Hat (wool)
• Extra food and water
• Flashlight or headlamp with extra batteries
• Matches/firestarters
• First aid kit/repair kit
• Whistle
• Rain/wind jacket and pants
• Pocket knife
Read more about safe hiking at www.wildlife.nh.gov/get-outside/ hiking-safety.
Outdoor enthusiasts are also encouraged to purchase their voluntary annual Hike Safe card. Card sales help defray the costs of training and rescue equipment for NH Fish and Game Law Enforcement Conservation Officers, preparing them to come to your aid if the
unexpected happens.
2026 Hike Safe cards will be available for purchase after November 18 and cost $25 for an individual, or $35 for a family. The price is the same for both residents and nonresidents. They are good for the calendar year January 1–December 31, 2026. Cards purchased before November 18 are valid through December 31, 2025 only.
Cards can be purchased online at www.wildnh.com/safe and at New Hampshire Fish and Game Department Headquarters at 11 Hazen Drive in Concord.
Purchasing a hunting or fishing license also provides you with the same protection as a Hike Safe card. In addition to Hike Safe card revenues, Fish and Game’s Search and Rescue Fund is supported by a $1 fee collected for each boat, snowmobile, and OHRV registered in New Hampshire. Blaze orange is a common-sense safety precaution for hunters–and hikers!
It’s your responsibility to hike safe. Be sure to follow the hiker responsibility code by being knowledgeable about where you are going and what the local weather and terrain conditions will be, leaving your plans with someone, turning back in inclement weather or if you are running out of daylight, and planning for emergencies. Visit www. hikesafe.com for more information.
Wolfeboro Lions Club Annual Poinsettia Sale
The holiday season is approaching, and once again the Wolfeboro Lions Club is offering beautiful poinsettias— an easy way to brighten your home or business while supporting your community. These gorgeous plants come in three colors—red, white, and pink— and three sizes: 6-inch, 8-inch, and 10inch.
Orders are being accepted now. Plants can be picked up at the Wolfeboro Library on Tuesday, November 25, or Saturday, December 6. Orders must be placed If you prefer, a member of the Wolfeboro Lions Club will be happy to deliver your plants to your home or business.
By purchasing poinsettias from the Lions Club, you are helping to fund
important local programs. All proceeds—100 percent—are used to support a wide range of community and humanitarian projects. The Wolfeboro Lions conduct Operation KidSight, providing vision screenings for local school children, and help provide eyeglasses and hearing aids to neighbors in need. The Club also proudly sponsors Boy Scout Troop 165 and awards scholarships to students pursuing higher education.
In addition, the Lions partner with Wolfeboro Parks & Recreation for the annual Turkey Trot fundraiser, which benefits the Club’s Sight and Hearing programs. They also provide financial and hands-on support to Camp Pride, a summer camp in New
Durham that serves individuals with special needs. The Club promotes Diabetes Awareness for both children and adults and contributes to the Wolfeboro Fuel Assistance Program, Life Ministries Food Pantry, and other local charities that strengthen our community. Order forms are available at the Wolfeboro Library, Wolfeboro Chamber of Commerce, and Avery Insurance, or by emailing Lion Joe at jrdecho@aol.com to request a form. Returning this year, you can also order and pay by credit card here https://pci. jotform.com/form/252744247188162.
The Wolfeboro Lions Club thanks you for your continued support and wishes everyone a joyful and healthy holiday season.
Tuftonboro Holiday Festival Returns for 30th Year
Start your holiday shopping early in the Lakes Region by attending the Annual Tuftonboro Holiday Festival slated for November 7, 8 & 9. The festival, a well-loved and known tradition is celebrating a milestone 30-year anniversary in 2025. Festival participant’s sites are in public buildings, businesses, and/or private homes. Enjoy 22 stops, each offering something different: from food, crafts, homemade items, raffles, Christmas gifts, and much more.
Tuftonboro Holiday Festival organizers encourage shoppers to get a jump start on personal/gift purchases
and spend the day touring the scenic countryside, experiencing “one of a kind” shopping while supporting local artisans, non-profits and merchants from the area. A detailed festival map shows the locations and the description page shows what each stop is offering. Participating tour stops will provide a wide selection of items from antiques/ collectibles, handcrafted furniture, home/garden décor, original art, jewelry, herbals, candles, antler art, maple syrup, baked goods/pies, candles, coffee, ceramic wares, hot cider, fresh greenery, artfully handcrafted clothing, and a raffle of items to benefit
local student scholarships. There will also be options to enjoy a meal with several community lunches featuring BBQ, chowders, soup, baked goods and beverages. There is much to see, and so much fun to be had in one day or all weekend long. Parking in some locations is limited, so it is suggested to gather up friends and carpool to enjoy this once-a-year event geared for everyone.
The 30th Annual Tuftonboro Holiday festival runs Friday, November 7 through Sunday, November 9. It features a total of 22 locations. Festival maps will be available at Han-
sel & Gretel Antiques or by request online at the Tuftonboro Holiday Festival Facebook site at www. facebook.com/tuftonboronh/?checkpoint_src=any. Please note that all tour stops listed on the map feature varied selections with the opportunity to “discover” unique things for this holiday season. Days and hours open vary at each location. Maps will also be available at each location over the weekend. For learn more about the 2025 festival visit the Tuftonboro Holiday Festival on Facebook.
By Chef Kelly Ross
Happy November, my friends! Today is all about “cold weather” comfort foods and menu items to lean on during the fall and winter seasons. Unless you’re a grilling-12-monthsa-year-diehard like me, most everyone else has retired their grill for the next 6 months or so. This time of year screams for soups, casseroles and pasta dishes; the “stick to your ribs” kind of foods that makes our taste buds happy as well as our tummies. I have a couple of outstanding pasta dishes to share, a delicious meatloaf, and a very fall-like dessert; but first, let’s talk soup. This is a spicy broth soup where shrimp dominates, along with tomato, garlic, Italian seasonings as well as jalapeños - hence the spicy factor. I like this soup as a meal, although as an appetizer it is still amazing. As a meal, I usually cook off a batch of white rice to add to the soup at serving time. If spicy isn’t your thing, you can easily eliminate the jalapeños, but they do add some great flavor. This uses a combo of seafood and chicken stock, so it doesn’t have a strong seafood flavor but instead a perfect blend of flavors. You can have this prepped and cooked in an hour and will feed 4-8 depending on if using it as an opening course or as a meal. I almost always double up this recipe.
Spicy Shrimp Soup
¼ cup butter
1 large shallot, finely chopped
5 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 tbsp flour
3 cups chicken stock
2 cups seafood stock
1 cup tomato sauce
2 jalapeños, divided, 1 jalapeño
sliced from the ribs/seeds, 1 sliced into rings
3 small bay leaves
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp dried thyme
¼ tsp white pepper
¾-1 lb shrimp, 21/25 is the perfect size, peeled and deveined
2 limes, 1 cut in half, 1 cut into wedges
Cooked white rice, chopped fresh cilantro at serving time
Melt butter in a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic then turn heat down to low and saute until light brown and tender, 5 minutes, making sure the butter is just barely sizzling as to not brown the garlic. Sprinkle in flour then stir to combine and saute for 1 more minute. Add tomato sauce then stir to combine, ensuring there’s no lumps in the roux mixture. Add seafood stock, chicken stock, the jalapeño that’s been sliced from the ribs and seeds, bay leaves, and spices. Turn heat up to bring soup to a simmer then turn back down to medium, place a lid partially on top and gently simmer for 30 minutes. Remove bay leaves and jalapeños then add lime juice to taste, and salt if needed. Turn heat back up to high to bring the soup to a simmer then add shrimp and simmer until cooked through, 1-2 minutes. Scoop soup into bowls then top with cooked rice. Add sliced raw jalapeños as they add a ton of flavor and heat vs just being a garnish so don’t skip, then add chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Meatloaf is one of those foods that many I know aren’t a fan of; I on the
other hand am a huge fan. I grew up lucky in that my mom and grammy were both outstanding cooks and they both nailed their meatloaf recipes. As much as I do love meatloaf, I’m all about the meatloaf sandwich the next day more than the meal, kind of like turkey on Thanksgiving. Whether you prefer it with mashed potatoes and a vegetable for dinner or a sammich with chips or whatever for lunch, this is a fun meatloaf. For starters, it is completely wrapped in bacon so that is never a bad thing, plus BBQ sauce is also in the mix. This version is also a combo of ground beef and ground pork which does add some additional flavor. Meatloaf is a classic old school dinner, and this one has a little swagger to it. Prep time is close to a half hour, and cooking time is a little over an hour and usually feeds 6-8.
Texas Style Meatloaf
1 ½ tsp vegetable oil
1 cup finely chopped sweet onion
¾ cup dry breadcrumbs
½ cup whole milk
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 lb lean ground beef, 85/15
1 lb ground pork
1 can chopped green chiles, 7 oz, drained
4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, about 1 cup
1 tbsp finely chopped chipotle adobo chile in adobo sauce, plus 1 tbsp adobo sauce from a 7 oz can
2 tsp kosher salt
1 ½ tsp ground cumin
¼ cup, plus 2 tbsp bottled barbecue sauce, divided, plus more if needed as a topping
‘Cue The Grill
Soup’s On! And So Is Meatloaf, Pasta, and Pumpkin Spice
10 slices bacon
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Gather all ingredients. Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 4-6 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool for 5 minutes. Add breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, and eggs to onion mixture, and stir to combine. Add ground beef, ground pork, green chiles, cheese, chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, salt, cumin, and 2 tbsp of the barbecue sauce, then gently mix using a spatula or hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Line the bottom and sides of a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan crosswise with bacon, overlapping them very slightly and cutting as needed to cover and hang over sides of pan. Gently brush bacon with remaining ¼ cup barbecue sauce. Press meatloaf mixture evenly into loaf pan, and tuck ends of bacon over the meatloaf mixture. Invert pan onto foillined baking sheet to release meatloaf. Bake meatloaf in preheated oven for 1 hour. Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees but do not remove meatloaf from oven, bake until bacon is brown and crispy, and a thermometer inserted in center of meatloaf registers 160 degrees, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for 10-15 minutes. Slice and serve. I usually either heat additional BBQ sauce to brush over the top of the slices, or also awesome with gravy or as I also use, warmed condensed canned tomato soup or marinara sauce. There is no bad answer.
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Where Local Businesses Come Together
A community of shops, services, and experiences — all in one convenient location. From antiques and art to dining, design, and everyday services, The Village at Paugus Bay brings together a diverse mix of locally owned businesses. Stop by and discover what’s new — and rediscover a few timeless treasures along the way.
Local Artisan and Craft Bazaar – November 8, 12 PM to 4 PM
Browse the hallways for a unique selection of local makers, bakers, artisans, and crafters showcasing handmade gifts, artwork, jewelry, seasonal goods, and more. Perfect for early holiday shopping or treating yourself to something special. Over 25 vendors!
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Also, don’t forget about the meatloaf grilled cheese sammiches!
Let’s chat about some pasta dishes now; although in this first one, pasta is not mandatory - just the way I enjoy it! Bring a taste of European elegance to your table by making this quick and easy chicken Florentine. Juicy chicken cutlets are dredged in seasoned flour and sauteed, then coated in a creamy sauce made with heavy cream, white wine, and Parmesan. Fresh spinach adds a pop of color and texture to this restaurant-quality dish. As for the chicken, ideally you are looking for 5-6 oz boneless breasts pounded thin before they are breaded and cooked. The sauce for this is outstanding, which is why I love this over pasta as they are ideal together but can easily be served ala carte with a couple of side dishes. You can have this made in barely a half hour and will feed 4.
Creamy Chicken Florentine
4 thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts, 4-6 oz each
¼ cup or more all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste if desired
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp shallots, sliced thin from about 1 large shallot
3-4 cloves garlic, finely minced
½ cup dry white wine. Chardonnay, pinot grigio, or sauvignon blanc are highly recommended
¼ cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp fresh Italian flat leaf parsley or curly parsley, finely minced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp water
⅓ cup parmesan cheese, finely grated
½ oz fresh baby spinach, (about 2 heaping handfuls)
1 lb linguine, spaghetti or angel hair, optional
Slice two large chicken breasts in half vertically to create 4 thinner halves and lightly pound if you did not purchase thin-sliced chicken breasts. Set aside momentarily. To a large plate or shallow bowl, add the flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and mix with a fork. Dredge all chicken pieces on both sides with the flour mixture. Allow chicken to rest here while you move on. To a large skillet, add 1 tbsp butter, the olive oil, shallots, and cook over medium heat for about 3 minutes, or until shallots are lightly golden browned. Stir and flip frequently so they don’t burn. Scoop the shallots out of the pan to make room for the chicken and add the 4 pieces of chicken. Discard any
remaining flour dredging mixture if there was any. Meanwhile, if serving over pasta, this would be a good time to get your water boiling to cook that off. Cook chicken on each side for about 4-5 minutes, or until it’s done and cooked through. Place the cooked chicken on a plate with the shallots and set aside. To make the sauce, to the same skillet with no need to wipe it out, add the remaining butter and garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant. Stir continuously. Slowly pour in the wine, taking note that it will bubble up and steam when you first add it, so stand back a bit. Allow the wine to simmer for about 2 minutes. This is when the large portion of the actual alcohol content in the wine is cooked off and what remains is just the great flavor it lends. Add the chicken broth, parsley, Italian seasoning, and stir to combine. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine. Make a cornstarch slurry by combining 1 tbsp of cornstarch with 1 tbsp water in a very small bowl or cup, and then add this to the skillet, and stir it into the creamy mixture. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes, stir nearly constantly. Add the Parmesan, spinach, and stir to combine. Cook for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the spinach has wilted. Stop and taste the cream sauce. If necessary, add more salt, pepper, garlic powder, or even a splash of wine. If
the sauce tastes at all flat or boring, it likely needs more salt, don’t be afraid to add it. I usually add another 1-2 tsp since this is a large volume of sauce, chicken, spinach, etc., and you want this to taste restaurant-quality; so season it properly and don’t be afraid or skimpy. Add the chicken back into the skillet, toss it around to coat it evenly, allow it to rewarm for about 1 minute before serving. If using pasta, put the hot pasta on 4 plates and serve with a piece of chicken over each and then split the sauce evenly over all 4 plates and I always suggest serving with garlic bread or a crusty French bread to soak up the sauce.
In our last pasta dish of the day, we combine something not often found in a pasta dish: steak tips. In the most common pasta dishes ever, the proteins are usually chicken or shellfish in my history, but when garlic steak bites are combined in a creamy parmesan sauce with mini shells of pasta, you’ll be sold just like I was the first time I sunk my teeth into this dish. As for the beef, I usually buy a sirloin and cut it into bite sized pieces before cooking them in garlic butter and then set aside in a similar fashion to the chicken in the last dish, then make the sauce and combine with the pasta and the cooked
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steak to create the great marriage of flavors. My suggestion again is to bust out some delicious crusty bread to accompany this dish. This will again take you barely half an hour and this will also feed 4 of you.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Creamy Parmesan Shells
For the Steak Bites
1 ¼ - 1 ½ lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces
4 tbsp butter
1 ½ tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp smoked paprika
For the Pasta Creamy Parmesan Shells
12 oz mini pasta shells
3 cups grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ - 1 ¾ cups heavy cream
3 tbsp butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta shells and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside while you prepare the steak bites. Heat the olive oil and 4 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter melts and begins to foam. Add the bite-sized sirloin steak to the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and
add the minced garlic, stirring constantly for 1 minute to prevent burning. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika, allowing the flavors to meld together. Return the skillet to low heat and add the 3 tbsp butter. Once melted, gradually whisk in the heavy cream until it’s smooth. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy. Toss the drained pasta shells into the creamy Parmesan sauce, ensuring they’re evenly coated. Add the seared steak bites back to the skillet, gently folding them into the pasta mixture so they absorb some of the sauce. Divide the masterpiece among plates or bowls. Garnish with fresh parsley or additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Pair with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete meal that you won’t soon forget.
when you’re feeding a crowd. So, add these pumpkin bars to your recipe box now and when parties and occasions start popping on your calendar this time of year, you’ll have the best dessert on the whole table. These are made in a 15 x 10 pan which can give you as many as 50 bars although I usually cut them, so I end up with 24-30 of them. Prep and baking time is about an hour and a quarter, although they need 2 hours to cool before serving them. These are a huge win for most of any fall potluck get together.
Harvest Pumpkin Spice Bars
For The Bars
4 eggs
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup vegetable oil
1 can pumpkin, 15 oz, not pumpkin pie mix
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp ground cinnamon
Lastly today, I have a great pumpkin spice bar recipe that is always a winner. Everyone needs an absolutely delicious pumpkin bar recipe for the fall season, and this one is it. This features an extra moist crumb, with the perfect pumpkin pie spice level and a homemade cream cheese frosting. In other words, this recipe is perfect, especially
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground cloves
1 cup raisins, optional but recommended
Cream Cheese Frosting
8 oz cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups powdered sugar
½ cup chopped walnuts, optional
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease bottom and sides of 15x10x1inch pan with shortening. In large bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, oil and pumpkin until smooth. Stir in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, ginger and cloves. Stir in raisins. Spread in pan. Bake 25-30 minutes or until light brown. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack, about 2 hours. In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and vanilla with electric mixer on low speed until smooth. Gradually beat in powdered sugar, 1 cup at a time, on low speed until smooth and spreadable. Spread frosting over bars. Sprinkle with walnuts. For bars, cut into 7 rows by 7 rows or cut them bigger if preferred. Store them in the refrigerator. This will be a huge hit with everyone. Well, that’s another chapter in the food book my friends. Until next time, keep those taste buds happy and if you care to reach out with any questions or feedback, please touch base at fenwaysox10@gmail.com.
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Nov. 4, Bob Fogg and New Hampshire’s Golden Age of Aviation: Flying Over Winnipesaukee and Beyond, 6:30 p.m., speaker Jane Rice, Meredith Community Center, 1 Circle Drive, Meredith, free, public welcome, program of Meredith Historical Society, www.meredithhistoricalsocietynh.org.
Nov. 4, Pie Basket Workshop, 1 – 4 p.m., beginners class in weaving, ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, pre-register for details.: 603-323-8041, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com
Nov. 5, Fall Prevention with the NH Fire Safety Office, 1 - 2 p.m., fall fire prevention, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.
Nov. 5, Legends and Truths of New England’s Wolves, 4 – 5 p.m., Gilford Public Library, Potter Hill Rd., Gilford, 603-524-6042, www.gilfordlibrary.org.
Nov. 5, Movie: Superman, 6 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603536-2551.
Nov. 5, Plymouth Square Dance, 7:15 p.m., Barn on the Pemi, 341 Daniel Webster Highway, Plymouth, all are welcome, traditional caller David Millstone will teach traditional squares and more, with live music, suggested donation $10-$15 at the door, refreshments available, weather cancellations/updates see Plymouth Square Dance Facebook, email: how.gen@gmail.com, 603-4810789. (Takes place throughout winter until April.)
Nov. 6, Alcohol Inks, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
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Nov. 6, Forgotten Plane Wrecks in New Hampshire, 5:30 p.m., speaker Nick Wallner on crash sites in the state, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org
Nov. 6, Guided Hike: Little Sugarloaf and Goose Pond, 9:30 a.m. – noon, 60 West Shore Rd., Alexandria, registration required, Newfound Lake Region Association, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.
Nov. 6, History and Mystery: A Genealogy Starter Guide, 6 – 7 p.m., presenter: Erin E. Moulton, Gafney Library, 14 High St., Sanbornville, 603-5227123, gafney@gafneylibrary.org
Nov. 6, W4RP – Electrifying Return Performance, 7 p.m., Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, 72 Main St., Meredith, 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods. com
Nov. 7, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., cookies, crafts, wine and cheese, Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, tickets: www.ticketleap.com
Nov. 7, Berry Wild: Jam Making with Autumn Olive, 10 a.m. – noon, for ages 6-14, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
Nov. 7, Crystal Ship: Tribute to the Doors, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Nov. 7, Marshall Crensaw concert, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
Nov. 7-9, Annual Tuftonboro Holiday Festival, 11/7 & 11/8: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 11/9: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., participating vendors in public buildings, businesses and private homes, including Hansel & Gretel Antiques, Rt. 109, Tuftonboro, info.: 603-544-2040 or see Tuftonboro Holiday Festival on Facebook.
Nov. 7-9, Sweeney Todd, 11/7 & 11/8: 7:30 p.m., 11/9: 2 p.m., The Village Players, 51 Glendon St., Wolfeboro, tickets/info.: 603-569-9656, www.village-players.com.
Nov. 8, Abenaki Ski Team Ski & Skate Sale, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., 390 Pine Hill Rd., Wolfeboro, www.abenakiskiteam.org., abenakiski@gmail.com.
Nov. 8, Clay Birdhouse Workshop, 9 a.m. – noon, intergenerational class, ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, pre-register for details.: 603-3238041, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com
Nov. 8, Craft Night with Doodlin’ Di, 6 – 8 p.m., Ossipee Town Hall, 603539-1307, Ossipee Town Hall, 55 Main St., Ossipee.
Nov. 8, Crushed Glass Resin Holiday Tree or Wreath, 1 – 4 p.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Nov. 8, Dairy Free Cheese Making, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., age 16-adult class, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
Nov. 8, FLY – A Tribute to Foreigner and Journey, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www. flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Nov. 8, Holiday Craft Fair, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., by Granite State Choral Society, held at James W. Foley Community Center, 150 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603123-4567, gschoral@gmail.com/
Nov. 8, Make Thanksgiving Stickers on the Cricut, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org
Nov. 8, Make Your Own Watercolor Holiday Cards, noon – 2 p.m., with instructor Pat Edsall, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org. (Also held on Nov. 16)
Nov. 8, Mini Stocking – Advent Garland Workshop, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Nov. 8, Paint Your Pet, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Nov. 8, Phaeton Piano Trio, 4 – 6 p.m., First Congregational Church, 115 South Main St., Wolfeboro, presented by Wolfeboro Friends of Music, 603569-2151, www.wfriendsofmusic.org
Nov. 8, Postmodern Jukebox, 8 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
Nov. 8, Safe Sitter – Intro to Safe Babysitting, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Ossipee Town Hall, for grades 5-8, 603-539-1307, 55 Main St., Ossipee.
Nov. 8, The Last Waltz Celebration, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse. com.
Nov. 9, Comedian Bob Marley, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Nov. 9, Magic Rocks! Illusionist Leon Etienne, 5 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
Nov. 11, Veteran’s Day Ceremony, 11 a.m. – noon, presented by American Legion Post #18, held at Wright Museum of World War II, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-9817.
Nov. 12, Movie: Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back, 6 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Nov. 12, Let’s Talk About Holiday Grief: An Open Conversation, 10 –11:30 a.m., Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.
Nov. 13, Bizarre Birds of the World, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., Gilford Public Library, Potter Hill Rd., Gilford, 603-524-6042, www.gilfordlibrary.org.
Nov. 13, Dan Fallon Band, 7 p.m., Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, 72 Main St., Meredith, 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com
Nov. 13, The Mystery of Owls, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary. org.
Nov. 13, Voctave concert, 7:30 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
Nov. 14, Amazing Amaranth: Ancient Grain, Tasty Treats, 10 a.m. – noon, for ages 6-14, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
Nov. 14, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., cookies, crafts, wine and cheese, Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, tickets: www.ticketleap.com
Nov. 14, Dangerous Toys, 7:30 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
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Nov. 14, Robert Frost: Light & Dark, 8 p.m., Franklin Public Library, 130 Central St., Franklin, program of Franklin Opera House, tickets: www. franklinoperahouse.org.
Nov. 14 & 15, Nutcracker Christmas Fair, 11/14: 5 – 8 p.m., 11/15: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., St. Andre Bessette Parish Gym, 31 Gilford Ave., Laconia, homemade pies, baked goods, theme basket raffles, pork pies, crafts, 603-381-1120.
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From Nov. 15th to Nov. 25th., Free Santa’s Photos for you and your dog, or dogs; or horse. Outside photos only, at your home in the areas of Wolfeboro, Tuftonboro, New Durham and Alton. Your pet, your camera, and Santa is free of charge.
If you are content with this, donate to the Lakes Region Humane Society in Ossipee, or to the Granite State Adaptive in Tuftonboro, if you would like. Donation not required.
Nov. 15, 1863 Thanksgiving on the Farm, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, https://nhfarmmuseum.org
Nov. 15, Candle-Making Workshop, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 – 3 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603-4765900, www.castleintheclouds.org
Nov. 15, Felted Ornaments, 10 a.m. – noon, ages 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
Nov. 15, Holiday Yeast Breads, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., age 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
Nov. 15, Jimmy Dunn concert, 7:30 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
Nov. 15, Panorama & Blue Collar Men; Tribute to Styx and The Cars, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
Nov. 15, Spoons in a Day With Joy Raskin, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Nov. 16, Make Your Own Watercolor Holiday Cards, noon – 2 p.m., with instructor Pat Edsall, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
Nov. 18, Buried in New Hampshire, 5:30 p.m., Bill Thompson and Rick Davidson speak about new book on the stories gravesites tell us, Gafney Library, 14 High St., Sanbornville, 603-522-7123, gafney@gafneylibrary.org
Nov. 18 & 22, Nature Station: Prepping For Winter, 10 a.m. – noon, free, open to everyone, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, Newfound Lake Region Association, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake. org.
Nov. 19, Newfound Science Pub, Embracing the Dark: Reducing Artificial Light of Night, 5 – 7 p.m., dinner and program, held at Newfound Lake Inn, 100 Mayhew Turnpike, Bridgewater, by Newfound Lake Region Association, register: 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.
Nov. 19, Movie: Thunderbolts, 6 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603536-2551.
Nov. 20, Jim Messina, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-5362551.
Nov. 20, Upcycled Clothing Presentation & Exhibit at Ossipee Library, held at Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St, Center Ossipee, 603-539-6390.
Nov. 21, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., cookies, crafts, wine and cheese, Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, tickets: www.ticketleap.com
Nov. 21, Christmas at the Castle Preview Party, 4 - 7 p.m., tickets purchased in advance required, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org
Nov. 21, David Nail concert, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603536-2551.
Nov. 21, Mama Mania: NYC Premier ABBA Celebration, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
Nov. 21, Tiny Tartes: A Fruit-Filled Baking Adventure, 10 a.m. – noon, for ages 6-14, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
Nov. 21, Wildlife Encounters, 3:45 – 4:45 p.m., free family event, Ossipee Town Hall, 603-539-1307, Ossipee Town Hall, 55 Main St., Ossipee.
Nov. 21-23, Freedom Rings in the Holidays, Shopping Tour of Freedom, holiday shopping, Freedom Village Store, 11 Elm St., Freedom, 603-539-3077.
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Nov. 21-23, Rogers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, production by Kingswood High School students, tickets/info.: kingswoodtheater.org., 603-5692055, 11/21: 7 p.m., 11/22: 2 & 7 p.m.; 11/23: 2 p.m.
Nov. 22, 33rd Annual Turkey Trot, 8 a.m. – noon, Wolfeboro Parks and Recreation, info./registration: 603-569-5639.
Nov. 22, BoStyx, Boston & Styx Tribute, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, tickets: 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse. com.
Nov. 22, Furniture Painting with Artsy Techniques, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org
Nov. 22, Granite State Choral Society presents Through Love to Light – A Journey in Song, 4 p.m., First Church Congregational, 63 S. Main St., Rochester, 603-123-4567, gschoral@gmail.com
Nov. 22, Handmade Holiday Pies, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., age 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org., 603-366-5695.
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ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, gallery, workshops & events, open year-round with seasonal hours, 603-323-8041, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, www. chocoruaartworks.com
Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Braiding Group, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 4th Sat. of the month, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 603-662-6501. Also meets every Tues. at 1 p.m.
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.
Bridge Players, gathering, 1 – 4 p.m., meets Wednesdays year-round, Holderness Library, 866 U.S. Rt. 3, Holderness, 603-968-7066.
Canterbury Shaker Village, events, walking trails, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org
Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, walking trails, programs, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for hiking, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 603-284-6428, www.chapmansanctuaryvisnywoods.com.
Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, mountain views, benches for seating, free, www.chocorualake.org.
Coffee Hour, 10 – 11 a.m., Wednesdays, coffee, tea, snacks, Effingham Public Library, 30 Town House Rd., Effingham, 603-539-1537, Effingham.lib.nh.us.
Country Village Quilt Guild, meets twice monthly, Public Safety Building (back entrance to Police and Fire Dept.), Rte. 25, Moultonborough, countryvillagequilters@gmail.com.
Family Crafts at the Belknap Mill Museum, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., monthly on select Saturdays, drop-in event, free, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org
Fiber Arts and Spinning Club, 10 a.m. – noon, Tuesdays, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, Bring fiber projects, spinning wheels, and spindles, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
First Friday Receptions, June through Dec. 5-7 p.m., refreshments, conversation & art, ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 603-323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.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 Elementary School gym, Sandwich, every Tues., Thurs. & Fri., www.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
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Grab breakfast or lunch at The Farmer’s Kitchen. We use only the freshest ingredients for our homemade creations. Come by today to try our:
Lakes Region Art Association, exhibits and classes, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, Rte. 3, Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lraanh.org
Loon Center, walking trails, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-4765666, 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 individuals, Ossipee Town Hall, no pre-registration required, 55 Main St., Center Ossipee, takes place various times: www.ossipee.recdesk.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, 603279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org.
Outdoor Nature-Based Storytime for Young Children, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-3238510, 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.
Quilting Group, 1 - 4 p.m., meets every 2 weeks, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Ossipee, schedule/info: 603-539-6390.
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
Rug Hookers, 10 a.m., Tuesdays, Tuftonboro Free Library, 221 Middle Rd., Rt. 109A, Tuftonboro, 603-569-4256.
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
Stamp Club, 7 p.m., All Saints Church, 258 South Main St., Wolfeboro, info: 603-569-3453.
Squam Lakes Association, 534 US Rt. 3, Holderness, 603-968-7336, www. squamlakes.org
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, open weekends through Nov. 23 from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 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 Outing Club Second Saturday Dance, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Tamworth Town House, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, live musical bands/callers, info@tamworthoutingclub.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.
Tuftonboro Country Bluegrass and Gospel Jam, 6 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., (through Dec. 19 with a break on Thanksgiving Day), Abenaki Ski Lodge, 390 Pine Hill Rd., Wolfeboro, email: nichole@wolfeborofarmersmarket@gmail.com, www. wolfeborofarmersmarket.com.
Wolfeboro Table Tennis, meets Wednesdays, 4 p.m., All Saints Church, Wolfeboro, all skill levels welcome, $5 admission charge each week, info: 603520-5651.
NH Veterans Home Ensures Residents Feel Welcome
By Thomas P. Caldwell
When military veterans find they need a more formal living arrangement due to medical and other personal needs, the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton is often their first choice. The reason is clear: The home, established in 1890 as the Soldier’s Home for Civil War Veterans, offers not just an assortment of care options but also a welcoming setting that includes recreation and travel options.
With a large volunteer base expanding on-site activities and sponsoring trips to sporting and cultural events, the residents are able to pursue their interests to the extent of their physical limitations. There are trips to an apple orchard in October, bowling in the winter, movies at Smitty’s Cinema, and an annual trip to a Red Sox game.
The New Hampshire Veterans Home also preserves the residents’ military traditions, with ceremonies recognizing their achievements in the service and the holidays established in their honor.
“It’s very important to them,” said Public Information Officer Sarah Stanley. “Our Resident Council is made up by members of the veteran residents here, and they participate, from reading proclamations for the governor to opening prayers, to leading us in the Pledge of Allegiance. So they’re very much part of our ceremonies.”
The upcoming Veterans Day program is an example of such a ceremony. Governor Kelly Ayotte will be the keynote speaker at the event, tak-
ing place on November 11 at 11 a.m., reflecting the date and time of the armistice agreement between the Allied nations and Germany that ended World War I, signed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918.
Sarah and NHVH Commandant Kimberly MacKay recalled Ayotte visiting the Veterans Home when she was running to be governor.
“She came in to speak to our veterans,” Sarah said, “and one of the residents was talking to her about how state contracts always have to go with the lowest bidder, ‘and don’t we deserve to have a higher caliber of a food contract?’ So she said, ‘You know, what? If I get to be governor, I’m going to buy you a steak dinner.’ And don’t you know, she came in and she sponsored a steak dinner for all of them, and they
had so much fun. I mean, she sat down, she cut veterans’ steak for them, if they needed assistance cutting, and she said, ‘You know, I had so much fun, I want to do this annually.’’’
“They may not all be Republicans, but that didn’t matter,” Kim added. “At the end of the day, they were sitting at the table with the governor and having conversation and really enjoyed it. And her team came. … She’s very, very supportive of the residents and the veterans, and it’s just a really wonderful thing, and they appreciate it.”
There’s a lot that happens inter-generationally, as well, said Sarah.
The home sponsors a Trick or Treat time at Halloween, with children from the community coming in. “The veterans love seeing the little kids, so, depending on weather, we’re all out here
and all through the halls, and give out candy,” Kim said. “They get to talk with the kids and the parents, and it really means a lot to them.
“We hosted this year a fishing derby for the Elks. The Elks needed a pond, and so they came and used our pond, and that was wonderful. The residents just love to see the kids. So it’s really, really special.”
Sarah said that even older students like to come to the home. The Southern New Hampshire University Color Guard has come to post the colors during some of the ceremonies.
Kim said there were 152 residents as of late October, with 142 men and 10 women. Most are Vietnam veterans, while six served in World War II and 27 in the Korean Conflict. Others served in other capacities, with the youngest being a Gulf War veteran. Those who served in the Army are the most numerous, with the Navy and Air Force represented with 38 and 28, respectively, along with 12 Marines. There also are Coast Guard and National Guard veterans at the home.
Kim explained the criteria for admission: “We only have veterans here. That can sometimes be a little tough, because married couples want to come, but, honestly, if you look at our stats here, our waiting list is 23 and we have 43 applications in process. So if we added the additional layer of having spouses here, that would be an even
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Commandant Kimberly MacKay at the entrance of the NH Veterans Home in Tilton. (Tom Caldwell Photo)
bigger wait list. So we focus solely
Those admitted also must need physical care or help with daily living activities, such as reminders to take medications or help with food preparation. Some veterans have memory problems such that it is not safe for them to be at home any longer.
Leo, a member of the Resident Council, had nothing but praise for the facility. “It’s not an institution, it’s home,” he said. “Very welcoming. I mean, I could give you superlatives till you’re sick of them. … I tell people who I meet, who are thinking about coming here, that the issue is not going to be the way you’re going to be treated. The issue is your separation from wherever you are. You’re 80 years old, you’ve been independent all your life. You know you got to make a major decision at the end of your life. That’s what I tell them.”
Moving into the Veterans Home opens up new opportunities for participation with others or working to enhance artistic skills. Tom Gaumont has used his time at the home to experiment with watercolors and other media to create sketches and paintings, one of which hangs on a corridor wall.
Kim said the number of veterans is limited to how many they can provide the quality of care they need. With a general nursing shortage, the Veterans Home is attempting to increase its staff, but it wants to maintain a high ratio of nurses to patients.
“Medicare and the VA require a minimum of 2.5 hours of care for every resident a day,” Kim explained. “Five is a gold standard, and we like to stay in that four-plus range. We don’t ever
want to be down in the 2.5-hour range.”
To meet the need for nursing staff, the New Hampshire Veterans Home has started its own LNA training program, teaching students to become licensed nursing assistants. It can boast a 100 percent graduation rate for passing the state nursing exam, having helped 50 students become LNAs. The home also provides advanced training for them to be able to pass some types of medications, giving them a path of advancement in the nursing field.
The range of care offered by the New Hampshire Veterans Home includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, dietary services, palliative and hospice care, and spiritual care. It has agreements with the Department of Veterans Affairs and local hospitals to provide inpatient hospitalization and specialized outpatient care.
Even end-of-life care does not stop with a death.
“Veterans here do not pass alone,” Kim said. “We sit bedside, whether that’s the family sitting there, or if the family can’t be here or they need a break, we as staff will sit with them. We have volunteers that will come sit with them. We have a lot of pet therapy dogs that will come with their owners and the dog will sit with them at bedside.”
When people die at nursing homes, a funeral home picks up the body with no fanfare. Kim said, “Here, the residents have said, you’re our comrade. You came in the front door. You’re going to leave out the front door. … When a veteran passes, we do something called the final salute. They hold a ceremony, the residents come together. The family is there, the staff are there. They ring the bell six tolls. They read a little bit about the resident. They pass the mic and let people say things about that resident, and then they say a prayer and taps is played while the veteran is being moved through with the flag on them. And it is just the most incredible thing, if you haven’t seen veterans in their 80s and 90s standing at attention, saluting their comrades. It’s just incredibly moving.”
The home has a history of broadening its facilities and recently broke ground for an addition that will provide 20 new rooms, with the state paying
35 percent of the cost and the federal government paying the remaining 65 percent. It is a project first proposed in 2015 but did not reach the top of project list until 2023.
Kim said it will not add to the home’s residency capacity but is aimed at quality of life.
“We were approved for an addition to change some of our rooms where we have two people sharing, and the neighbor beside them has two people in that room, and all four of them share a bathroom,” she said. “We know that that’s not great quality of life, and we also know that that’s not good infection control. So we were able to go to the top, we got the funding, and so we are, right now, in the process of building a new neighborhood, which will be 20 private rooms with 20 private bathrooms. … So we can take some of those rooms that have two people in them and make it one, so now only two people are sharing a bathroom, versus four.”
Through donations, they were able to install a walking trail to the pond that is accessible by wheelchair, and place gazebos, providing sitting areas for the residents. Some meet with families and have lunch while others just read and sit there quietly. Others walk the perimeter.
The Veterans Home also recently took ownership of a transit van that is wheelchair-accessible, along with a bus capable of carrying 12 people, allowing transportation to doctors’ appointments or field trips.
Inside, there is a “town hall” where entertainment and ceremonies take place, along with Bingo, Tai Chi, and chair yoga. Then, further down the “Main Street”, is a chapel with a fulltime pastor, with other people coming in to provide additional religious services. There is a full library with largeprint viewer and a “Vet Cave” with computers and stationery — as well as model train based on the Conway Scenic Railroad. To round out the experience, there is an occupational therapy gym, along with a store selling snacks, t-shirts, and other items.
For more information on the New Hampshire Veterans Home and the activities taking place there, see www. nh.gov/veterans or www.facebook. com/nhveteranshome
Sarah Stanley, NHVH Public Information Officer, displays a handmade quilt presented to Robert “Bobby” McKeen, US Army and Korean War Veteran. Volunteers of the Patriot Piecemakers Quilts of Valor group presented the gift of love and warmth to thank him for his service after having been touched by war. (Tom Caldwell Photo)
Holiday Classes at League of New Hampshire Craftsmen
Join the League of NH Craftsmen – Meredith Fine Craft Gallery for one or several wonderful holiday classes this Autumn.
On Saturday, November 15, from 10 am – 2 pm enjoy a Felted Christmas Train Class. Learn the art of needle felting and create your own Christmas Train in this fun one-day workshop with artist Patty Frasier. These can be used as tree ornaments, wreath or shelf decorations, and great for gifting! A good beginner project yet fun for experienced felters as well. Tuition is $45 per student with an additional materials fee of $20 paid by cash or check to the instructor at the time of the class. Space is limited and preregistration is required by Wednesday, November 12.
On Saturday, November 22, from
8 am - 3 pm, artist Sue Ries will provide a Stained Glass Holiday Ornament Class. This fast-paced class will include cutting, copper foiling and soldering an ornament in one day. Choose an ornament design from patterns supplied by the instructor or use one from another source as long as it is constructed of twelve glass pieces or less. A simple ornament design may allow time to make more than one ornament. These ornaments will make great gifts! Students will need to bring: cork board at least 16 x 20 inches, masking tape, apron, scissors, thick latex gloves (such as dishwashing gloves, NOT disposable), safety glasses (if you wear glasses you do not need safety glasses), very casual clothes and covered shoes (NO SANDALS), and a gallon-size zip
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lock bag (additional zip lock bags may also come in handy for storing solder or foil). Tuition is $55 per student with a $50 materials fee paid by cash or check to the instructor on the day of class. Space is limited and pre-registration is required, by Wednesday, November 19.
And on Saturday, December 6, from 9 am – 5 pm, artist Alice Ogden will host a Black Ash Berry Picking Basket Class. Spend the day weaving a beautiful and functional berry-picking basket as you’re guided through the process from start to finish by an expert basket-maker. Students will need to bring scissors, a dishpan bucket for water, and a lunch. Tuition is $105 per student with a $155 materials fee. The materials fee must be paid
by cash or check to the artist at the time of the class. Space is limited and preregistration is required by Monday, November 17.
To register for any of these workshops, call the League of NH Craftsmen – Meredith Fine Craft Gallery at 603-279-7920 or visit the Gallery at 279 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith.
For more details, visit the website at meredith.nhcrafts.org/classes/ or Facebook page at www.facebook. com/nhcraft.
The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery is located at 279 DW Hwy, Meredith and is dedicated to the education and support of NH’s fine craft tradition since 1932.
