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1, 2026 | THE LAKER | Page 1 Your Guide to What’s Happening in NH’sJUNELakes Region

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June 1 • Vol 43 • No 9

Sights and Sounds around the Lakes

A look at farmers markets, community programs, seasonal traditions, and summer ahead

Inside This Issue... Find More Farmers’ Market | Page 3

‘Cue the Grill | Page 10

What’s Up | Pages 14-17

Yesteryear | Page 19

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The Return of Market Season: Farmers’ Markets Flourish Across the Region

By Mike Moore Nowadays, anyone can just pick up the phone, click on an app, and have anything from cookies to a whole week’s worth of groceries delivered right to the doorstep. But before the days of smartphones or even the local grocery store, people went to the farmer’s market to get what they needed for the family’s upcoming meals. The farmer’s market is an American tradition, but the idea of a place to buy, sell, or trade food and goods has been a part of civilization dating back to the BC era. Each weekend throughout the summer and fall months, many of our communities throughout the Lakes Region embrace the tradition, providing a place for the local farmers, bakers, and artists to set up shop with their latest items for sale.

While the farmer’s market was crucial to society before the days of mass production and distribution, it has always been more than just a place to buy food. Plenty of other types of vendors have found the market a great place to sell their goods. Flowers and plants are particularly popular, as well as various custom-crafted items and artwork for sale. In the colonial days, and still today, going to the farmer’s market was also an opportunity to socialize and mix with the community. If you find yourself looking for a great way to spend a beautiful New Hampshire Saturday morning, there’s likely a farmer’s market just around the corner from whatever side of the lake you’re

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Already a few weeks into their season, the Wolfeboro Area Farmer’s Market feels as much like a festival as it does a market, with live music, food trucks, and more than 25 different vendors. Dating back to its start in 2002, this non-profit has grown year after year. Now located at The Nick (Nicholas J Pernokas Recreation Park), the market will be running every Thursday from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm through October 8. In addition to locally grown produce and meat, visitors can find baked goods, artisan crafts, and five food trucks serving up a variety of delicacies. Just down the lake in Alton, The Market on Main kicks off the summer with their community farmer’s market on June 17. Started in the spirit of celebrating all ages of their great community, the Market on Main’s mission has been to provide space for locals and

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visitors alike to gather and share their talents. Plenty of kid-friendly activities and food trucks will be a part of the fun every other Wednesday from 12 pm to 3 pm in the Monument Square Historic District, across from Town Hall.

In Gilmanton, their community farmer’s market will run from June 7 through the end of October each Sunday from 11 am to 2 pm at the Gilmanton Year-Round Library. Market goers can find a diverse array of foods and goods, and many vendors accept card payments. The Suncook Valley Farmers Market in Barnstead gets the 2026 season started on May 30 and will be open from 10-1 every Saturday at the Barnstead Elementary School. They are always looking to provide a different mix of vendors, and encourage businesses interested in becoming a vendor to visit their website for more details. Weirs Beach is one of the

more ideal spots to spend the summer in New Hampshire, and for the community of vacationers and year-round residents, The Market at Weirs will run every Saturday from late May to early October at the Weirs Community Park.

Open from 10-1, dozens of vendors come each week with a variety of local produce, crafts, and treats.

As you make your way north toward the mountains, there are several farmers’ markets to make sure and visit before the season ends. The Tamworth Farmer’s Market is located right in Tamworth Village in the UU Church parking lot and is already open for the summer. Every Saturday from 9 am to 12 pm, patrons can check out dozens of vendors selling everything from meats and vegetables to mead and dog biscuits. Up in the Conway area, the Mount Washington Valley Farmers Market has been a huge part of the community since it started back in 2020. With a strong emphasis on being healthy, local, and accessible, the market will begin the 2026 season on Tuesday, June 23, from 3:30 - 6:30 and run every week through the end of September. With nearly 20 vendors present each week, people can enjoy a root beer float, buy some locally distilled bourbon, and even get a massage when stopping by to shop for some fresh produce or baked goods. Other communities throughout the lakes and moun-

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Free Fishing Day in New Hampshire is Saturday, June 6 Take advantage of New H a m p s h i r e ’s Free Fishing Day on Saturday, June 6. On Free Fishing Day, you can fish anywhere in New Hampshire without a fishing license. Both state residents and nonresidents may participate. All other fishing regulations still apply and will be enforced, including season dates and bag limits.

“Free Fishing Day is a great opportunity for anglers of all skill levels to discover—or rediscover—what makes fishing in the Granite State so special, and it’s a great way for family and friends to enjoy the outdoors together,” said John Magee, Inland Fisheries Program Supervisor for the NH Fish and Game Department. “Everyone is sure to be ‘hooked’ after an exciting day of fishing.”

Consider including a few “fishing holes” in your plan for the day because some locations may be crowded. If you need advice on where to try your luck, visit www.wildlife.nh.gov/fishing-new-hampshire/stocking-report, where you can find a list of waterbodies that have been stocked this season and our interactive map of trout-stock-

ing locations, including public access sites by waterbody. You can also find places to fish by visiting https:// w w w. w i l d l i f e . nh.gov/fishing-new-hampshire/where-fish. Many lakes and ponds that are not stocked also offer excellent opportunities for warmwater fish, such as sunfish and bass. Many smaller streams contain wild brook trout.

For details on fishing rules for various waters, consult the New Hampshire Freshwater and the New Hampshire Saltwater Fishing Digests, available at www.wildlife.nh.gov/ fishing-new-hampshire/fishing-seasons-nh.

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Children’s Day at the Farm Returns on June 20 The New Hampshire Farm Museum invites families and visitors of all ages to celebrate Children’s Day on Saturday, June 20, from 10 am to 4 pm at the museum’s historic working farm located at 1305 White Mountain Highway (Route 125), Milton, NH 03851.

This fun-filled day will feature handson activities, farm animals, games,

demonstrations, and opportunities for children to experience life on the farm while learning about New Hampshire’s agricultural heritage. The event will take place rain or shine. For additional information, admission details, and a full schedule of activities, please visit nhfarmmuseum.org.

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all summer. For the folks with a sweet tooth, one of their specialties is jams/ jellies made from the fruit grown right on their farm. Up in Conway, visitors to Sherman Farm can get a cone in the cream shop, pet some baby goats, or wander through a corn maze in addition to bringing home some farm-fresh produce, meat, or milk. In West Ossipee, The Farm to Table Market has a full brick-and-mortar location right on Route 16, open daily all year. They partner with dozens of local farms and offer a variety of raw and prepared goods at their shop.

The farmer’s market remains pivotal to local farmers, craftspeople, and artists, but it also is and always has played a pivotal role in community fellowship. With over 8,000 markets operating throughout the United States, towns and cities are likely to carry on this tradition for centuries to come.

Visit our “What’s Up” section in each issue of The Laker to find out about all the farmers’ markets running throughout the summer in the Lakes Region.

tains region that hold farmers’ markets throughout the summer include the towns of Milton, Pittsfield, Rochester, Laconia, and Sanbornton.

Along with the farmer’s markets dotted throughout the villages and towns of the Lakes Region, folks can find dozens of owner-run farm stands, often times right along the side of the road or highway. But since agriculture has been such a huge industry in New Hampshire since the days of the settlers, several local farms have been so successful that they’ve opened yearround markets, open daily. Moulton Farm in Meredith, located just off Route 25, is open from 8-5 daily and sells farmstand items, premade entrees, salads, baked goods, and a variety of gift items. The expansive location additionally includes a garden center where they regularly host workshops for the public. Also in Meredith is Picnic Rock Farms, which is open from 9-5 Thursday through Sunday

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Others Think They Collect Model Boats—but We Have Fred Clausen

By Mark Okrant Approximately 71 percent of respondents to a survey of two thousand Americans reported that they are collectors. The leading collection types in that survey were coins, stamps, and art, with the broader list also including books and memorabilia.

Another surprisingly popular collection is in the form of model boats.

Historically, model boat collection has been dominated by firms located in Europe, North America, and parts of Asia. The United Kingdom is highly regarded as a major center for model yachts and powered model boats from the early-to-mid-20th century. During the 1940s, ‘50s, and ‘60s, UK firms like Aerokits and Maycraft became “classic” powerboat and cabin-cruiser manufacturers that produced pond yachts, racing yachts, and powered models. During the periods within and after World War II, Germany was known for manufacturing tin, wooden, and plastic model boats and yachts.

Germans became producers of products that were frequently sold through UK and US companies. Meanwhile, French, Italian, and Spanish companies produced wooden ship-model kits and exported these worldwide. Today, companies in the Philippines, China, and Vietnam have a substantial share of the export market for decorative model boats. One Japanese firm, Woody JOE, has earned a reputation for producing wooden sailboat model kits. These are aimed primarily at a domestic market.

While specific data are not available, model boat sales are estimated to range

from the low-to-mid billions of dollars annually. The strongest hobby activity is in Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United States. ITO Model Works, LTD, from the 1960s, was the premier maker of model boats.

From the early 1900s, the US established itself as a producer of wooden ship and boat models that were sought by museums and hobbyists alike.

BlueJacket Shipcrafters models were collected by museums, and the company mass-produced fittings and kits, thereby helping create the modern ship-model kit industry. Other firms, including Acushnet Manufacturing (of New Bedford, MA), E.T. Burrowes (Portland, ME), Waterland Manufacturing (New York), and C.R. Williams (Newark, NJ), produced model yachts and boats during the early 20th century, often as part of their toy lines.

The reason we are providing all this background is that, today, New Hampshire is home to one of this country’s leading collectors of model boats. Fred Clausen is a Lakes Region resident whose model boat collection has been featured repeatedly in the local media. Asked how he came to be such an avid collector, Fred explained, “I loved boating and collecting toy boat models since I was young. Later, I started using them as a practical display idea for my family’s Lakehouse Cottages lodging property in Weirs Beach.”

Fred utilized a model outboard boat on the Lakehouse Cottages business card, since the boating theme fit the property naturally. He began to decorate the office he shared with his wife, Maureen.

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Now there was no stopping him.

Fred kept adding boats that fit a specific theme, turning them into a large display of vintage models rather than just a few decorations. After continuing to buy them for several years, Fred’s collection grew into a serious hobby, reaching an estimated 30004000 boats. Before long, he needed to move his collection into a high-security warehouse. Given the number of items in his collection, Fred soon added many attractive wooden shelves, some with glass fronts to display special items.

We asked Fred whether any model boat can find its way into his collection. He replied that his focus is on boats that would have been seen on Lake Winnipesaukee in the 1950s and 1960s, including runabouts, wooden inboard cruisers, wooden cabin cruisers, other outboards, and race boats.

His collection includes an amazing array of materials: die-cast metal boats, boats crafted from tin, plastic boats, and wooden craft. To fund a substantial part of his collection, he initially sold a different assemblage—model cars.

In addition to the thousands of boats in his collection, Fred maintains a stock of motors, lights, railings, and riggings to facilitate repairs to boats that arrive at his shop in need of restoration.

To Fred, model boats are more than a hobby to him. Rather, he describes them as his ‘passion’. Questioned about a ‘typical’ week, Fred informed us that he visits the new space every other day and generally stays for about three hours. When asked to describe what keeps him busy on those days, Fred sounded like a man who had too little, not too much, time on his hands.

“Packages with new boats I’ve purchased arrive. Each boat needs to be assessed for its overall condition. Then I ‘tag’ each one. The tag contains the boat or part’s ID number (based on its eBay invoice). Next, I list the maker of the item, the price paid, the date purchased (and from whom), and the name of past owners.” He went on to

tell us that every boat has a history, and he’s particular about capturing as much of that information as possible.

Expecting that we were going to ask whether he personally refurbishes new arrivals, he seemed a bit downcast.

“I’d love to work on my boats, but I don’t have the skill and no longer have the necessary dexterity.” Instead, Fred sends his boats to be refurbished by one of four men he met through a Facebook group called Collecting Toy Outboards and Boats, consisting of 6700 members worldwide. The men who fix or restore Fred’s boats are: Jim Haigler in Texas, John Guest in Arkansas, Mark Tabara in Minnesota, plus Chris Bower in Pennsylvania. The latter is a specialist in restoring toy outboard motors. Larry Hubbard is a local who helps Fred repair many boats.

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The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department works diligently to increase awareness of the danger of moose and vehicle collisions.

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‘Cue the Grill Burgers, Burgers, Burgers! Stuffed, Smothered & Sizzling

By Chef Kelly Ross One thing 99 percent of the population can agree on is that, of all the many choices of great foods we can cook on the grill, burgers are the most popular item. Part of the reason is that a burger is less expensive than a steak, but to me, it’s because of the flavor the grill gives the burger. We have all cooked a burger on the stove in a frying pan, and it’s okay, but the flavor of a burger on the grill is 100-fold better. Admittedly, ground beef might not be the healthiest protein in the world, but it is the fat content combined with a hot flame that creates that outstanding flavor. The way I look at it, grilling season is not a time to be counting calories. But then again, I am a chef, and you know what they say: never trust a skinny chef!

We all love our burgers, and we all have our favorite toppings. The basic burger is an American staple with cheese, a couple of vegetables, and a favorite condiment. I have a tendency to mix it up when I eat a burger, especially with the condiment. Thousand Island dressing is my favorite burger condiment, but I also go with A-1 steak sauce, BBQ sauce, teriyaki, as well as mayo and ketchup. I also love to change up the cheeses. To me, the only bad burger I have ever had is a well-done, dry burger.

The greatest thing about cooking a burger is branching out, being adven-

turous, and keeping an open mind to new ideas. To many, a burger is a burger. I disagree. Be adventurous, try new toppings, and try stuffed burgers. Make your cookout something fun, original, and exciting. My job today is to give you fun ideas, some that are basically different, and some that are just off the wall. Your crowd may dictate how fun and crazy you want to get.

One of the many crazes in the culinary world over the past few years is a stuffed burger. Bringing that trend to a whole new level is something that has been called a Beer Can Burger. The name of this had me sold immediately, even before I knew what it actually consisted of. This is the ultimate stuffed burger, which is a meal in and of itself. The traditional stuffed burger As Low As

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The Beer Can Burger is much larger because the process with this beast is to make a bowl out of the seasoned ground beef. You take 8 oz. of burger and roll it into a ball. You then lightly grease the lower half of a beer or soda can and slowly push and twist it down so the burger hugs the can as you do so.

You don’t want to push down too far: Leave maybe ½ to ¾ of an inch or so on the bottom, and the burger should ride up the sides of the can about an inch high or so. You are looking for a bowl-shaped burger. If you want a smaller version, you could probably use a slimmer Red Bull can.

This recipe is for four Beer Can Burgers. Here is what I use, but you can obviously tweak the recipe to use other preferences.

Beer Can Burger 2 lbs. of ground beef 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp granulated garlic or garlic powder 1 beer or soda can kosher salt coarse black pepper 8 slices bacon 4 burger rolls 4 slices of tomato 4 pieces of lettuce 2 cups cubed cheddar

1 thinly sliced jalapeno 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced 4 slices of provolone In a large bowl, combine well the ground beef with the Worcestershire and the granulated garlic. Roll into four ½ lb. balls. Wash the beer can and then lightly grease the lower half of the can. Lightly insert the can gently into the beef to form a bowl. Press the beef up around the sides of the can and carefully pull the can out. Season well with salt and pepper.

Wrap two slices of bacon around the upper part of the burger bowl. The bacon will usually stick to the burger, but if not, use a toothpick. Place the sliced onion, bell, and jalapeno peppers into the bowl, then the cheddar, and top with the slice of provolone. On a preheated medium heat grill, grill the burger for about 20-30 minutes to get a good medium-cooked burger. Keep the grill cover closed, with the exception of checking up on the burger from time to time. For obvious reasons, do not flip the burger. If you used toothpicks, pull them out after 5 to 10 minutes as the bacon starts to set. Once done to your liking, pop onto a grilled roll and add the lettuce, tomato and your favorite condiment. This is not an everyday burger, but it’s a fun specialty burger.

If the Beer Can Burger is a little too much for you, here is a smaller take on a great stuffed burger. As I said earlier and also have mentioned in some stuffed burger recipes in the past, the general rule of thumb is to take two 3-oz. patties and add some favorite extras to the top of one, press the second patty on top, and squeeze the edges of the two burgers together. It is always important to refrigerate the stuffed burgers before grilling, because this helps keep all the fun stuff inside the burger. The usual stuffing items are sautéed onions, peppers, and mushrooms, bacon, salsa, cheeses, among ‘Cue the Grill continued on page 11

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I love a good dip. Whether a good beer and cheese dip or one of the many other cheese dips, a southwestern dip, or the usual onion or clam dip, I have never met a dip I didn’t like. My alltime favorite is a great Spinach and Artichoke Dip. It is so good and versatile.

This is the theme and mentality of the Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Burger.

It is an original, and I guarantee it will truly “wow” your BBQ crowd.

Spinach and Artichoke Stuffed Burger 4 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 cup of shredded mozzarella 1/4 cup of Parmesan, preferably fresh 1/2 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained 1/2 cup chopped artichoke hearts, also drained well 1 clove garlic, chopped a pinch of red pepper flakes juice of fresh lemon wedge salt and pepper 1 ½ pounds ground beef 4 burger rolls In a bowl, combine all ingredients other than the burger and rolls. Mix very well until thoroughly combined.

With the 1½ lbs. of burger, break it down to eight 3-oz. balls and squish into thin patties. Make them into nice round circles. Place a decent dollop of the cream cheese mixture into the middle of four of the patties. Don’t place so much on that when you top with the other patty, the filling squishes out on the sides. Once you top with the second patty, press firmly around the edges and lightly push the patties together so everything is tight. It is very important that you refrigerate these for at least a few hours to let the filling stiffen up.

If still soft when cooking, the filling is

more likely to leak out of the burger.

Before grilling, season the burgers with salt and pepper and then put on a preheated, greased grill. Four minutes or so on each side is generally a good rule of thumb, but obviously adjust to your liking. These are so good. Pop them on a grilled roll. As for a condiment, if you have any extra cream cheese mixture, lightly microwave it and then lather it onto the roll. Mayonnaise would be my second choice. Regardless of the condiment, enjoy!

Last but not least, this will likely sound like the weirdest burger you have ever heard of. After some research, I realized how popular it is with many burger gourmets.

Believe it or not, welcome to the S’mores Burger. I know it sounds crazy, but as I tell everyone about trying something for the first time, try it before condemning it. Yes, it’s what

you think. One thing I have known for many years is that chocolate actually goes well with beef and pork if done right. Here is the low-down on this yummy, but eccentric, burger, and what you will need for 4 burgers.

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Something for Everyone at the Colonial Theatre This Summer Audiences are invited to beat the summer heat with an exciting season of live entertainment at the Colonial Theatre, where more than twenty events will fill the historic downtown venue with music, comedy, theatre, and family-friendly fun throughout June, July, and August. This summer’s lineup offers something for everyone, from nostalgic tribute concerts and nationally touring musicians to laugh-packed comedy performances and beloved stage productions. Whether guests are planning a date night, family outing, group celebration, or simply looking for a memorable evening in the Lakes Region, the Colonial Theatre’s summer schedule delivers a wide variety of entertainment for audiences of all ages and interests.

Highlights of the season include per-

formances by comedians Bob Marley, Lucas Zelnick, and Juston McKinney; tribute concerts celebrating the music of Eric Clapton and George Harrison, Journey, Neil Diamond, Van Halen, and The Eagles; and appearances by acclaimed blues guitarists Tab Benoit and Joanne Shaw Taylor.

Theatre lovers can also enjoy the satirical stage productions Late Nite Catechism and Spamilton: An American Parody, while families can experience productions presented by the Colonial Theatre’s resident company, the Powerhouse Theatre Collaborative, including Shrek The Musical and 1776 The Musical in Concert in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

“During the summer months, Laconia is buzzing with excitement and

an influx of people,” said Nicole Ferland-Kemper, Manager of Theatre Operations. “We’re thrilled to provide opportunities for our audiences to share experiences, build community, and create lasting memories.”

Summer performances begin June 6 with Kirk Minihane Live in Laconia and continue through August 16 with An Evening with Joanne Shaw Taylor. Other featured events include Spamilton: An American Parody on June 12, Something Wonderful Tonight – Tribute to Eric Clapton & George Harrison on June 13, Late Nite Catechism on June 14, Hugo – The Ultimate Journey Tribute on June 19, and 1776 The Musical in Concert with the Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra on June 27. July performances include Tab Benoit: Soul of the Swamp

Tour on July 2, three performances by comedian Bob Marley on July 10 and 11, and So Good! The Neil Diamond Experience starring Robert Neary on July 12, JUMP – America’s Van Halen Experience on July 26, EagleMania – The World’s Greatest Eagles Tribute Band on July 30, and comedian Lucas Zelnick on July 31. August events feature Shrek The Musical August 7 through 9, Juston McKinney: Parentally Challenged on August 15, and An Evening with Joanne Shaw Taylor on August 16.

All performances will take place at the Colonial Theatre in the heart of downtown Laconia. Tickets for all events are available now at ColonialLaconia.com or by calling 800-6578774.

Swingin’ Benefit Concert in Wolfeboro Will Fight Hunger Across Generations Neighbors helping neighbors is a Lakes Region tradition, and on Saturday, June 6, that caring tradition continues. The First Congregational Church of Wolfeboro’s Faith in Action Committee will present “Hunger Knows All Ages,” a benefit concert supporting three local organizations that serve people across the generations: children, families, and older neighbors facing food insecurity.

The concert will take place at 7 pm, on Saturday, June 6, at the First Congregational Church, UCC (115 South Main Street, Wolfeboro). Admission is

$20, with proceeds benefiting End 68 Hours of Hunger, Kingswood Knights Against Hunger, and Wolfeboro Area Meals on Wheels. Tickets are available at the door and at Black’s Paper Store & Gift Shop (8 South Main Street, Wolfeboro).

The title of the concert, “Hunger Knows All Ages,” reflects the wide reach of food insecurity in our community. Hunger can affect a child who needs reliable meals outside of school, a working family stretched thin by rising costs, or an older adult living on a fixed income. The three beneficiaries

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“Food insecurity is not always visible, but it is very real. By coming together, we can help make sure people in our community have the nourishment they need.”

The Faith in Action Committee hopes the concert will draw attendees from Wolfeboro and surrounding towns that also benefit from the services of End 68 Hours of Hunger, Kingswood Knights Against Hunger, and Wolfeboro Area Meals on Wheels. This includes Brookfield, Effingham, Ossipee, New Durham, Tuftonboro, and Middleton, and beyond. All are welcome. “Bring a friend, bring the family, and come ready to enjoy a beautiful evening of music for a cause that touches every generation,” McCracken said, adding that the 7 pm start time means music lovers can make a night of it. Enjoy dinner before the show at one of downtown Wolfeboro’s eateries and walk over to the church! eat • drink • enjoy

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Registration Now Open for Free Summer Youth Programs at Owl Brook Hunter Education Free youth day programs will be offered again this summer at the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center in Holderness. These programs give boys and girls ages 10–15 the chance to learn about shooting sports, bowhunting, and other outdoor skills. Sessions will be offered in July and August at Owl Brook, which is operated by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department.

Pre-registration is required and will be conducted on a first-come, firstserved basis. Space is limited to 20 participants per day, so register now by visiting www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/ hunter-education/owl-brook-hunter-education-center. There is no charge for these sessions.

Day programs will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, unless otherwise noted, beginning July 7 and ending July 30. Tuesdays will be for youth ages 10–12, and Thursdays will be for youth ages 13–15. Participants may register for one or more sessions and should bring their own bag lunch. All required forms should be downloaded during the registration process and returned to Owl Brook Hunter Education Center prior to attending.

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The mission of the Owl Brook Hunter Education Center is to educate individuals in the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed to become safe and responsible hunters, trappers, and stewards of the state’s natural resources. Its facilities include shooting ranges, classroom space, and interpretive trails. To learn more about Owl Brook, please visit www.wildlife. nh.gov/hunting-nh/hunter-education/ owl-brook-hunter-education-center.

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Through June 29, Friday Painters en Plein Air Guest Artists Show, 10 am - 5 pm Thursday-Monday at ArtWorks CCAC, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 603-3238041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.

Through Oct. 31, From Sails to Atoms: The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, exhibit about the history and impact of the shipyard, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.

June 2, Lecture Series: Ronald Janowski – Waking the Sleeping Giant, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, admission/reservations: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.

June 2, Mass Extinctions and the Ongoing Struggle for Life on Earth, 6 – 7 pm, Moultonborough Public Library, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, pre-registration necessary: 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.

June 2, Music Night, Eric Grant performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 3, Let’s Talk Pollinators and Human Health, 10:30 – 11:30 am, presented

by Newfound Lake Region Association, takes place at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.

June 3, Music Night, Mitch Alden performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 3, Polliwogs – Meadow Mini Explorers, 10 – 11:30 am, pre-K with adult, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org, program pre-registration: 603-366-5695.

June 4, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes; the History of Ossipee Park , 10 am – noon, Castle in the Clouds Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603-4765410, www.castleintheclouds.org

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June 5, Night at the Museum - Up To Camp, 5:30 – 9 pm, NH Boat Museum, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

June 6, 125th Anniversary Celebration of Meredith Public Library Building, 11 am, Lego replica of the library, anniversary cake, slideshow retrospective and more, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-4303.

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June 6, Barry Boudreau’s Engine Room, 7:30 pm, Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 800-514-3849.

June 6, Cars and Coffee, 10 am – 2 pm, antique cars, coffee, socializing, free event but donations accepted, fundraiser for Moultonborough Public Library, event held at Ciardi’s Cider Barn, Moultonborough Neck Rd., info.: 603-476-8895.

June 6, Hunger Knows All Ages featuring Vintage Vocal Quartet, 7 – 8:30 pm, benefit to alleviate hunger locally, by Faith in Action Committee of First Congregational Church, Wolfeboro, 603-393-4948.

June 6, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 am, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

June 6, Make Your Own Leather Handbag Class with Molly Grant, 9 am – 5 pm, class will be at 355 Hackleboro Rd., Canterbury, bring a bagged lunch, must pre-register by June 1, League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.

June 6, Ring with a Bezel Set Stone with Joy Raskin, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm, must pre-register by June 3, League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.

June 6, Saturday Hike, 10 am – noon, Brook Walk via Turtleback Mt. Trail, Castle in the Clouds (Lucknow), Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 6, Sourdough Bread, 10 am – 2 pm, learn to make your own bread, adult program (age 16-adult), Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org., program pre-registration: 603-366-5695.

June 7, Basket Weaving – Berry Basket, noon - 4 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

June 7, Belknap County Sportsmen’s Association Fishing Derby, 9 am - noon, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, info.: 603-293-4341, www.gunstock. com.

June 8, Songs of Old New Hampshire, presented by Jeff Warner, Clark Museum Barn, 7 - 9 pm, Wolfeboro Historical Society, 233 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 603569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.

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June 8, Music Night, Sweetbloods performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 9, Lecture Series: Stephen Harding G.I. G-Men, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, admission/reservations: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.

June 9, Music Night, Audrey Drake performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 9, Stories from the Revolutionary War, 6 – 7 pm, Moultonborough Public Library, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, pre-registration necessary: 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.

June 9, The History of Wolfeboro 1759-1959, 6 – 7 pm, presented by local historian Mark Lush, Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603569-2428.

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June 10, Felted Gnomes Class with Patsy Frasier, 10 am – 1 pm, must pre-register by June 7, League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.

June 10, Movie: Bohemian Rhapsody, 6 pm, Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.

June 10, Music Night, Jeff Mitchell performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 10, Sewing 101, 6 - 9 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-5691500, www.makersmill.org.

June 11, An Evening with NHBM Member Artists’ Reception, 5:30 – 7 pm, NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

June 11, Forest Health Hike, 9 am – noon, free, Sheridan Woods at Red Hill Conservation Area, Lakes Region Conservation Trust, 603-253-3301, mohare@ lrct.org.

June 11, Guided Hike, 10 am – noon, Brook Walk via Brook Trail, Castle in the Clouds (Lucknow), Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org.

June 11, Silent Film: The Kid, 7 pm, Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-5362551.

June 11, Story Hour with the Moultonborough Library, 11 am - noon, NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

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June 12, Zach Nugent’s Dead Set, 7:30 pm, Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.

June 13, AD/HD & Nutshell, 7:30 pm, Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-5362551.

June 13, Beginner Needle Felting: Goldfish, 9 am - 1 pm, Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

June 13, Berry Picking Basket Workshop, noon – 4 pm, learn to make a basket, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.

June 13, Beeswax Resist Dying, 1 – 3 pm, age 12 to adult program, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org, program pre-registration: 603-366-5695.

June 13, Granite State Street Rodders, 4 - 7 pm, classic car show, raffles, food, music, and more, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-6527840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org.

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June 13, Veterans’ Assistance Benefit, 3 – 7 pm, Union Congregational Church, 80 Main St., Union, local bands Jackie Lee and the Cold Steel Ramblers and Carolyn Ransay Band, proceeds assist veterans and families in need, 603-473-2446.

June 14, Bruce Marshall Group, 6 pm, Feel the Barn Music, food available at 6 pm, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, tickets/info.: 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.

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June 15, Music Night, Jonathan Sarty performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 16, Ask the Experts: Understanding Cyanobacteria, 5 – 6:30 pm, a conversation with state experts, Newfound Lake Region Association, program held at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.

June 16, Lecture Series: Christopher Gorham – Matisse at War: Art and Resistance in Nazi-Occupied France, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, admission/reservations: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.

June 16, Muscle Building Bittersweet Pull at C.C. Browne Woods, 9 – 11 am, Charlotte C. Browne Woods, Chocorua Lake Conservancy, 603-323-6252.

June 16, Music Night, Colin Hart performing, 5:30 pm, Carriage House Restaurant, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, reservations encouraged: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org June 16, On Water Instruction, 9 am – 5 pm, Goodhue Boat Company, program of NH Boat Museum, info/pre-register: 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.

June 17, 2026 Laconia Motorcycle Week Gunstock Annual Hill Climb, 9 am – 4 pm, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.

June 17, Castle in the Clouds and the Servants of Lucknow, 2 - 3 pm, Moultonborough Public Library, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, pre-registration necessary: 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.

June 17, Hiking the John Muir Way in Scotland, 6 - 7 pm, Moultonborough Public Library, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, pre-registration necessary: 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.

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Breakfast Buffet, 7 - 11 am, 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.

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Bridge Players, gathering, 1 – 4 pm, meets Wednesdays year-round, Holderness Library, 866 U.S. Rt. 3, Holderness, 603-968-7066.

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Coffee Hour, 10 – 11 am, Wednesdays, coffee, tea, snacks, Effingham Public Library, 30 Town House Rd., Effingham, 603-539-1537, Effingham.lib.nh.us.

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Day & Evening Cruises, M/S Mount Washington, Weirs Beach, 603-366-BOAT, www.cruisenh.com.

Discover Squam Cruises, guided 90-minute cruises, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, 603-968-7194, www.nhnature.org.

Discovery Walk With a Naturalist, 10 – 11 am, takes place on Mondays starting June 15, weekly guided walk exploring seasonal wonders, takes place at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, program of Newfound Lake Region Assoc., 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.

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Kirkwood Gardens, free, open to public year-round, Rt. 3, Holderness, tour the gardens, www.nhnature.org, 603-968-7194.

Laid-Back Watercolor Club, 10 am - noon, adult program, meets monthly, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, info.: www.meredithlibrary. org, 603-279-4303.

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, variety of workshops, arts and crafts classes and more, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

Making Strides, 8 – 9 am, 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 am – 6 pm, Thurs. & Fri. 10 am- 4 pm, Sat. 9 am – 1:30 pm, lower level, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org.

Millie B., cruise on Millie B., a replica of a 1928 Hacker-Craft, 45-minute tour, info/tours: NH Boat Museum, Wolfeboro, www.nhbm.org, 603-569-4554.

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Monthly Casual Sewing Group, 6 – 8 pm, every fourth Tues., Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510, www.tamworthlibrary.org.

Newfound Lake Region Association, programs, classes, discovery walks, exhibits, Eco Tours, lake activities, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.

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NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www. nhfarmmuseum.org.

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, programs for adults and children, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603366-5695.

Quilting & Crafting Group, 1 pm, meets 2nd & 4th Thurs. monthly, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Center 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 am, 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 pm, 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 pm, 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 pm, 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.

Tamworth Farmer’s Market, 9 am - noon, Saturdays starting May 16, 30 Tamworth Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org.

Tamworth Outing Club Second Saturday Dance, 7:30 - 10 pm, Tamworth Town House, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, live musical bands/callers, info@tamworthoutingclub.org.

Tuftonboro Country Bluegrass and Gospel Jam, 6 pm, Tuesdays, donation requested, Old White Church, Rte. 109A, Center Tuftonboro, across from Tuftonboro General Store, 603-569-3861.

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Adaptive Programs Help People Overcome Challenges

By Thomas P. Caldwell Several agencies operating out of the NH Department of Health and Human Services provide important resources to help improve the well-being of those living with disabilities, mainly through support, referrals, and enforcement of non-discrimination statutes. When it comes to enhancing the lives of those with disabilities, an independent group like Granite State Adaptive can play just as vital a role, empowering people to develop confidence, independence, and life skills.

Granite State Adaptive, a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, also serves at-risk youths and veterans through adaptive sports, therapy, training, and creation. It focuses on equine, cycling, and snow sports in a way that safely broadens participants’ abilities while minimizing risk.

The equine experiential learning program, for instance, which is open to those aged 3 and up, offers opportunities ranging from grooming horses and taking part in mounted riding to developing skills in horsemanship and enhancing other life skills. It emphasizes adaptive riding methods to achieve independent horsemanship, with paralympic-eligible riders taught to be independent of side-walkers and learn the basic levels of dressage.

Granite State Adaptive offers programs that allow those with disabilities to get beyond their challenges to participate in outdoor activities. (Courtesy Photo) There is even hippotherapy, with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathology professionals using the movement of the horse to engage the participant’s sensorimotor system as part of an integrated plan of care.

Adaptive cycling provides outdoor exercise and rides on Wolfeboro’s Bridge Falls Path and Cotton Valley Trail. For those who are unable to use their legs, Granite State Adaptive offers hand-powered bikes with hand

pedals and adaptive hand controls for people with limited arm movement.

Hand cycles can be used by both ablebodied and wheelchair users, as well as people with lower-body mobility issues or injuries. There are also adaptive trikes — three-wheeled cycles with a wide wheelbase, low center of gravity, and adaptive features. For those who want to pair up with another rider, tandem bikes operate with a front rider, or “captain”, who handles the steering and brakes, while the rear rider, or

“stoker”, helps to pedal.

During the winter, Granite State Adaptive teams with King Pine Ski Area in Madison and Abenaki Ski Area in Wolfeboro for adaptive ski and snowboard programs. It offers both private lessons and group experiences by reservation.

Founded in 2009 in Mirror Lake, Granite State Adaptive has moved to 5 Jennifer Circle in Wolfeboro, where it now boasts an adaptive equestrian facility comprising a barn, indoor arena, meeting spaces, and a multipurpose outdoor track. In addition to the adaptive programs, the facility serves as a community space with a wide range of programming.

As an Internal Revenue Service-designated nonprofit organization, Granite State Adaptive can accept tax-deductible contributions to support its mission. It will be holding a fundraiser in the form of a Cowboy Ball on June 25 at 5:30 pm, featuring live entertainment, food, and a silent auction.

For more information, see www.gsadaptivesports.org.

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Yester year Legends of the Lakes Region

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper An area that is as historic and old as the Lakes Region of New Hampshire is full of legends and tales of adventure, love, and more. The following are but a few of the many stories, whether mythical or real, of the area.

One example and a famed legend is that of Becy, a young lady who chose the smallest island on Winnipesaukee for her “house.”

Although we do not know much about Becky, legend has it that she was beautiful, kind, and a good sister.

Becky lived in Center Harbor with her family when the area was first settled.

Her father was said to have been pleased with such a dutiful daughter who had a passion for gardening. Her energies and kindness were the opposite of her sisters, who were vain and spoiled.

Living on a farm meant having cattle, and one day some of the herd escaped and trampled Becky’s garden. (Some say her jealous sisters let the herd out of their pen so they could ruin the garden.) Becky was heartbroken, and her father offered her, as a gift, her choice of the islands of Lake Winnipesaukee.

This was a time when the area was unsettled. Even on the hard-to-access lake islands, the land was free for the taking. Becky’s father probably had no claim to the land, but there were few people around to question anyone taking a remote island on the lake. He offered Becky an island as a token, rather than actually owning any of the Winnipesaukee islands.

As might be expected, complications ensued. Becky’s spoiled sisters wanted a matching gift from their father and made their displeasure known. After finally relenting to their insistence on owning an island apiece, Becky’s father gave his favorite daughter the first pick. This did not sit well with her sisters, and probably weary of their behavior, Becky, in an astounding act, chose the smallest of Winnipesaukee’s islands.

Becky’s sisters, of course, chose large islands, while hers was no more than a rock jutting from the lake.

The story has a happy ending because a wealthy young man who had a prosperous farm heard the tale of Becky and her garden/island. He wanted to meet the unselfish Becky, and when he did so, he found her to be beautiful

and kind-hearted. After wooing her, the wealthy man finally won her heart, and they were married.

The moral of the charming little story is that an unselfish act and a kind heart, in the long run, will have positive results. Becky’s Island might be small, but it belonged to a woman with a big heart.

Another legend is that of Sally, a local young woman. According to “Winnipesaukee Whoppers; Fabulous Legends of the Lake Once Called Winnipiseogee” by Elizabeth Crawford Wilkin, Sally lived in Meredith. Her father, a blacksmith in the area, made runners for fish house sleds.

The blacksmith cherished Sally. She was a beautiful, popular young woman with many suitors. Living in the country, Sally was no stranger to hiking, swimming, and other outdoor activities. Legend says that on a cold Sunday in November, the impulsive Sally decided to walk from Meredith Neck and swim to Stonedam Island. What possessed her to do this dangerous thing is unknown, but she set out on her adventure with six escorts on that particular day.

Along the way, each of her escorts was harmed from such things as a broken bone from a fall, running into a tree, and other mishaps. Plunging on alone, Sally came to the shoreline and decided to take to the water. She impulsively threw off her clothes and jumped into the frigid lake. She swam to Stonedam Island and back to Meredith Neck, causing her friends to proclaim her bravery or Sally’s guts! What Sally’s protective father thought of her adventure is unknown, but perhaps he, too, marveled at his daughter’s courage, thus creating the name and legend of Sally’s Gut. (When the story was written about the legend, printer’s ink was expensive, and every word and letter counted. Thus, “Guts” was changed to “Gut”!)

Hermits were an oddity from the 1800s into the mid-1900s; many towns and villages have stories of men who decided to turn their backs on society.

Misunderstood in earlier times, people warned others to stay away from a hermit’s remote home. Others felt affection for local hermits and sought to protect the privacy of these people (usually men) who lived in the woods by themselves and were seldom seen.

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Meredith, New Hampshire, had a Peace to his ashes resident known as the Hermit of MereAccording to “New Hampshire Folk dith. The man’s real name was Joseph Tales,” by Eva A. Speare, Lake WinniPlummer, and he lived in a small hut pesaukee (sometimes called Winnipiswith a barn nearby. Both the hut and eogee) was named after the marriage barn were in a remote area of the town. of two people from different, opposing A dense forest and crude road ensured tribes. that visitors did not often bother the Ahanton, so the story tells us, was the Hermit of Meredith. sachem Things to see and Things to do of a local tribe. He had a beauThe Hermit was born in the 1770s tiful daughter named Ellacoya. and lived alone in Meredith for over The attractive young woman had 30 years. According to www.hermitmultiple suitors but did not choose any woods.com, the Hermit’s parents were of them. One day, Kona, a chief of anJesse and Sally Plummer, who settled other tribe, also on the lake, came to in Sanbornton and had six children. see the young woman who was said to From childhood, Plummer was shy have great beauty. and withdrawn. It is said that he was He arrived while Ellacoya’s father disappointed in love, which, along with was on an expedition. Upon meeting, shyness, led to his solitary lifestyle. the two fell in love and began a courtPlummer’s hut was basic, with lightship disrupted by Ahanton’s unexpecting from a fireplace. Furnishings were ed return. crude, and relatives sent him clothing.

Given that Kona was from an enemy The Meredith hermit saved montribe, Ahanton was not pleased with the ey and owned a tract of land. Living romance. He planned to attack Kona away from society meant Mr. Plummer when his daughter stopped him, saying didn’t need to have fancy clothing, a she was in love with Kona. well-decorated home, or other accouThe father decided to allow the martrements of the day. The hermit died at riage. After three days of celebration 88 years of age, and his family erected and feasting, the tribe accompanied the a marker on the spot that read: two lovers halfway across the lake on The Grave of a Hermit their journey back to Kona’s tribe. The Joseph Plummer skies were gray and ominous.

Of Meredith As the couple were on their lake jourDied December 3, 1862 ney in the rough waters, the sun burst Lakes Region Events Calendar Updated Weekly Aged 88 through the storm clouds and sparkling Content with seeking happiness for water surrounded Ellacoya and Kona. himself only, The legendary Ahanton saw the sunHe lived in seclusion. shine as a good sign and deemed the He died alone. water ‘the smile of the Great Spirit.”

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The program works with two-, three-, and four-track skiers. For those unfamiliar with the terms, three-track skiers use one ski and two outriggers, while four-track skiers use two skis and two outriggers, allowing stand-up skiing.

The students learn to become comfort-

able skiing and progress to longer and more challenging terrain as their skills develop. There is also specialized equipment allowing sit-down skiing, with the instruction providing the same progression as stand-up skiers.

The bi-ski accommodates those with more limited control of the upper body and arms. It has two skis mounted under a seat, and can be configured with two fixed outriggers.

Adaptive snowboarding is another way to approach outdoor sports, with modified gear for riders with mild motor deficits or those who are visually or hearing impaired.

For more information on Lakes Region Disabled Sports, call 603-7374365.

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During the summer, the program, based at Waterville Valley Resort, utilizes a VeloPlus wheelchair transport bike that allows people to remain seated in their own wheelchair while cycling. A tilted ramp makes it easy to roll the wheelchair onto the bike. The Fun2Go is a two-person side-by-side tandem bike with one person steering while both pedal. The Hase Bikes Trigo is a recumbent trike suitable for riders between 4’7” and 6’7,” and it can be attached to another recumbent or an upright bicycle. The TRIX Kids Recumbent Trike is designed for younger riders between 4’1” and 6’3”.

There also are the Madeline Crosswind Handcycle, a hand-pedaled bike, and the CatTrike Max, a recumbent trike with a higher and wider 16-inch seat.

Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports also offers winter sports for the disabled on a reservation basis. For more information, call 603-236-8311, ext.

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Besides those formal programs, the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department offers permits for people with physical disabilities to take customized courses allowing them to safely enjoy the outdoors. Those wishing to obtain a permit are required to present a physician’s letter stating that the applicant is permanently and totally disabled.

Those seeking more information may contact Fish and Game’s licensing division at 603-271-3422 or visit the website www.wildlife.state.nh.us/ hunting/hunting-accessibility.html.

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Get Musical at Summer Outdoor 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. Please check with each concert location, as schedules can change due to various circumstances.

In the town of Tuftonboro, the popular Summer Concert Series at the Pavilion enlivens summer. The series begins at 6:30 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. Other concertgoers park nearby and stroll to the concert/beach area.

This year’s lineup includes July 2 – The Echotones; July 9 – the Carolyn Ramsay Band; July 16 – Big Picture Band; July 23 – Ricky & the Giants; July 30 – North River Music; August 6 – Skyroad; Aug. 13 – Idol Hands, and on August 20, the series ends with the Carolyn Ramsay Band. The concerts are free of charge, and donations are accepted. The concerts are presented by the Tuftonboro Parks and Recreation Department. Call 603-569-4539 ext. 25 for information.

Alton Bay is a bustling, fun place in the summer months. The land bandstand at water’s edge is the location for an outdoor summer concert series that is 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 3 – Dakota Smart; July 4 - Saxx Rox; July 11 - Saturday Afternoon Band; July 18 – The Visitors; July 25 – Got It Covered Band; August 1 – Quint E. Sential Band; August 8 – Bittersweet; August 15 – Mutha Hubbard Band; August 22 - Saxx Roxx and August 29 – Cool Beans. 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 call 603-875-0109.

Great Waters Summer Concerts offers a beautiful and unusual location for its summer series at Castle in the Clouds in Moultonborough, with a second location for Concerts in Town shows in Wolfeboro. Concerts take

Boys; July 25 – Michael Vincent Band; August 1 – High Range; August 8 – Compaq Big Band; August 15 – Ball in the House; August 22 – Jimmy and the Jesters; August 29 – Eric Grant Band, and Sept. 5 – Billy D. and the Rock-Its. For information or to check on weather concert cancellations, visit the Friends of the Community Bandstand Facebook page. You can also visit www. wolfeborobandstand.org.

Center Harbor is a pretty town on the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. In the summer, the Center Harbor Parks and Recreation Band Concert Series per• Concerts continued on page 22

place in July and August. The Concerts in the Clouds site is under a large tent on the grounds of the Castle.

At the Concerts in Town, the lineup includes Chanaticleer, with songs, harmonies, and rhythms of spirituals, quartets, jazz, and more on July 24 at 7:30 pm (this concert takes place at the First Congregational Church of Wolfeboro). Mandy Gonzales takes to the stage on August 8 at 7:30 pm with an evening of Broadway music at Anderson Hall/Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro. Additionally, Gentlemen’s Quartet will take place on August 20 at 7:30 pm at Anderson Hall in Wolfeboro, with modern, elegant music.

At the Castle in the Clouds location in Moultonborough, the line-up will be ARRIVAL from Sweden – the Music of ABBA on July 11 at 7:30 pm; Neil Berg’s The 60s Peace, Love and Rock ’n Roll on July 17 at 7:30 pm; Blank Space – the Unofficial Taylor Swift Tribute on Aug. 1 at 7:30 pm; Rhinestone Cowgirls: Legendary Ladies of Country Music on Aug. 15 at 7:30 pm; and One Night of Queen with Gary Mullen & the Works on Aug. 29 at 7:30 pm. Tickets for these shows are available at www.greatwaters.org.

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 11 – Windham Community Band; July 18 – Soggy Po’

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Bristol in the Newfound Lake area, franklinoperahouse.org. holds concerts in Kelley Park at 41 Although a bit out of the Lakes ReNorth Main Street near the downtown gion, Waterville Valley offers a full calarea at the Concert Pavilion. The shows endar of live music in the Town Square take place starting at 6:30 pm; bring a Gazebo in July and August and on selawn chair for seating. The schedule lect dates in September and October. includes July 2 – Red Daisy Revival; Visit www.waterville.com for a listing July 9 – Morgan Nelson; July 16 - Reof concerts. becca Turmel; July 23 – Voices Against The Belknap Mill at 25 Beacon St. Violence – Dancing with the Stars; July East in downtown Laconia has summer 30 – Freese Brothers Big Band; August concerts in the Mill or occasionally in 6 – North River Music and August 20 – Rotary Park adjacent to the Mill. Stop Club Soda Band. All concerts are free by for Dueling Pianos on June 5 at 6 and open to the public. Stay up to date pm (in the Belknap Mill); Jack Anora by checking the Town of Bristol webat the Powerhouse Patio at the Mill on site at www.bristolnh.gov or the Bristol July 1; Miles to Memphis on the PowCommunity Events Facebook page.

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Loon Cam Streaming Live from New Hampshire’s Lakes Region Loons have laid their eggs on a Live Loon Cam run by the Loon Preservation Committee (LPC). The cam is streaming live on YouTube and features a pair of loons nesting in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire. The first egg was laid on May 22, and others were expected soon after. Until the second egg is laid, the loons will incubate the nest only sporadically. Once the second egg has been laid, viewers can expect them to incubate consistently. In the coming weeks, viewers can watch, upclose and in real time, as the birds incubate their eggs and hatch their chicks.

During this time, viewers will also see the loons interact with one another and with other species on the lake. Chick hatch is anticipated to occur between June 18 and June 20.

In addition to watching the loons, viewers of the cam also have the option to participate in an online chat to have their questions about loons answered by other viewers and LPC biologists.

The chat allows viewers to share events that happen on camera, connect, and socialize over their love of the birds.

Those interested in viewing the Loon Cam can do so at loon.org/looncam.

The pair featured on the Loon Cam is one of many loon pairs currently nesting across New Hampshire. Loons nest on lakes and ponds and build their nests on the ground, usually along the

shoreline of islands, in marshy areas, or along the mainland shoreline of protected coves. Because they have adapted for life in the water, loons cannot walk on land. As such, they build their nests right at the water’s edge. These nests are vulnerable to boat wakes and to human disturbance.

Those who plan to boat, fish, or hike on or around New Hampshire’s lakes during the loon nesting season are urged to use caution in areas where loons may be nesting. If a loon nest is found, it should be given plenty of space—150 feet at minimum, and more if the loon shows signs of distress, such as lowering its head over the nest. If a member of the public accidentally flushes a loon from the nest, they should leave the area immediately so that the loon will feel comfortable enough to resume incubation. Boaters are also urged to follow New Hampshire’s no-wake laws to avoid swamping loon nests.

The Loon Preservation Committee monitors loons throughout the state as part of its mission to restore and maintain a healthy population of loons in New Hampshire; to monitor the health and productivity of loon populations as sentinels of environmental quality; and to promote a greater understanding of loons and the natural world.

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