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The Who, What, Where and When Guide for White Mountain Wayfarers

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Welcome to the White Mountains

By Thomas P. Caldwell

Lincoln-Woodstock The White Mountains are known for hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, scenic vistas, and colorful foliage. All this, along with bicycle trails, a diversity of dining choices, nighttime entertainment, and trendy shops, are there in abundance in the Lincoln-North Woodstock area.

The area also boasts of plenty of history.

The first settlers in the area arrived in 1764, when it was a wild, remote region. It took time for the natural beauty of northern New Hampshire to catch on, but by the mid- to late-1800s, tourists were coming to the region for the scenic beauty.

Meanwhile, the rich forests were attracting loggers and the railroad provided a way to get that lumber to the mills that sprang up in what today is the town of Lincoln. As the forests were logged off, and tourism began to grow, the state recognized the importance of connecting distant destinations, and the building of the Kancamagus Highway, which was completed in the late 1950s, provided that accessibility.

The growing popularity of skiing led to the opening of Loon Mountain’s ski resort, boosting the growth in both Lincoln and Woodstock. Today, Lincoln is second-largest town by area, but its full-time population is just 1,760, according to the 2020 census.

It is the visitors that make the town a bustling place in winter and summer.

Woodstock, established in 1763, has a population of 378, according to the latest census. Like Lincoln, logging and lumber mills were king in early days, rivaled only by the tourist trade that brought visitors to see the wilderness beauty of the area. It joins neighboring Lincoln as a lodging and dining spot for sightseers, hikers, and many others.

Franconia-Sugar Hill The Franconia-Sugar Hill area offers many beautiful views, attracting a lot of business to the inns and dining spots.

Colonial Governor Benning Wentworth granted the land for the town of Franconia in 1764. Because the town sits on a rich iron deposit, it became the source of metal for farm tools.

Two little-known facts about the area are that movie star Bette Davis vacationed in the area, and poet Robert Frost resided in Franconia for a number of years (his home has been converted to The Frost Place, a museum with seasonal tours).

Bette Davis came to stay at an inn and ski school known as Peckett’s-on-Sugar-Hill in 1939. On an excursion to the nearby Bridal Veil Trail in Franconia, Davis became lost — purposely, by some accounts — and it fell to Arthur Farnsworth, the assistant manager of the inn, to search for and rescue her. She thus made her impression, and they were to marry a year later. Davis had a plaque installed to commemorate her husband after his death; the plaque was placed on a rock on the Bridal Veil Falls trail.

She bought a farm in Sugar Hill and had a barn dismantled in Vermont and moved to Butternut Farm where she could stay far from the bustle of Hollywood. She moved her mother into the original cottage and she lived in the converted barn. She was not a total recluse, however, spending time skiing and visiting sites in the area.

Poet Robert Frost lived in a small farmhouse in Franconia, which he purchased in 1915. He found peace and quiet on the farm, which the town purchased in 1976 and converted to a cultural center, drawing poets from near and far.

Franconia also is home to Franconia Notch State Park and the popular Cannon Mountain. The Appalachian Trail crosses through the area.

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Many visitors feel a trip to the area just wouldn’t be complete without a stop at Polly’s Pancake Parlor, which has been around since the Depression years, starting as a small tearoom. Today it is a bustling business that attracts people from around the world.

Just up the road from Polly’s is the scenic and peaceful village of Sugar Hill, and the historic Iron Furnace visitor’s site in Franconia offers a fascinating look at the iron industry that once thrived in the town.

Bethlehem Bethlehem was first established in 1774 as Lloyd’s Hill, the last of the provincial land grants. Voters changed the name to Bethlehem in 1799. In the early 1800s, Bethlehem was a stagecoach way station for those going to Crawford Notch and Portland, Maine. Taverns and blacksmith shops lined Main Street to accommodate the steady stream of travelers passing through. The beauty of Bethlehem was obvious and people began to stay permanently. Residents took in summer boarders and built tourist homes. The town became a popular mountain resort known for its clean, crisp air. More than 30 luxury hotels and boarding houses catered to summer guests.

Magnificent private cottages adorned the hillsides.

Today, with its “just north of Franconia Notch” location, Bethlehem is experiencing a renaissance reminiscent of the days when tourists discovered the area in the 1800s. With a small-town atmosphere, the town nevertheless welcomes many artists and musicians. Because of this, it was recently become known as “an arts community.”

Bethlehem features many events, such as old-fashioned festivals, outdoor concerts, ongoing art shows and live musical performances, vintage and antiques shops, and cozy inns and bed and breakfast lodgings.

The Rocks is a place visitors won’t want to miss when visiting Bethlehem. The estate was built in the 1880s by John Jacob Glessner, co-founder of the International Harvester company. Glessner built a 19-room mansion on the site and it was a beloved family summertime retreat for years. The Glessner family donated the property to the Society for the Protection of NH Forests in 1978. Today, it is a popular place to get a fresh Christmas tree; other Society activities

take place throughout the year as well.

In the summertime, there are a variety of hiking trails in a 360-degree radius around Bethlehem, and the Appalachian Trail is just up the road. Catch an independent film at the Colonial Theatre, or explore the village center on the First Friday of each month as multiple art centers welcome new artists. Grab a bite to eat at one of Bethlehem’s charming restaurants. Whatever your reason for visiting Bethlehem, you will want to return again and again.

Littleton From trendy galleries to specialty shops, theatre, music, and a diversity of restaurants, Littleton is a great place to visit while in the White Mountains. Many travelers are unexpectedly thrilled to find such a busy town with so much going on tucked into the rural area.

The town was settled in the 1760s, originally called Chiswick (which means Cheese Farm in Saxton). Until 1770, the town was part of Lisbon. The town was eventually named in honor of the Surveyor of the King’s Woods, Colonel Moses Little, when it was incorporated in 1784, according to www.wikipedia.org.

The Kilburn Brothers had a factory in Littleton where they published photographs, stereo views and sold stereoscopes in the Victorian era. The business operated until 1909.

The town also claimed as its resident Eleanor H. Porter, the author of “Pollyanna.” The town has embraced Pollyanna, the fictional character known as “the Glad Girl,” and Pollyanna’s statue is on the front lawn of the Littleton Library.

Other area sites include the River Walk and Covered Bridge, a downtown historical walk with plaques on or near various buildings on Main Street, and the Littleton Opera House.

Shopping and dining are fun experiences in Littleton, offering everything from homemade pizza to gourmet meals and ethnic food. Lodgings abound, from country inns and bed-and-breakfast establishments to larger hotels and motels.

Shops include those that specialize in clothing, art, repurposed furnishings, baked goods, ski and sportswear, books, and much more.

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The Kancamagus Highway When visiting the White Mountains, a drive on the Kancamagus (pronounced Kank-ah-mah-gus) Highway — known to many simply as “The Kanc” — takes you into and through the White Mountain National Forest as no other roadway can. Signs along the Kanc provide information about the mountains you are viewing and the history of some of those spots. The 32-mile highway actually is the eastern portion of Route 112, running between Lincoln and Conway.

There are views of Kinsman Notch and other vistas as the highway climbs and descends alongside portions of the Pemigewasset, Saco, and Swift rivers. There also are a number of hiking trails and, during the warmer months, a number of National Forest campgrounds.

Beware, though: While the road is generally open year-round, there are times during the depths of winter when snow depths can force a closing of the road.

The Kancamagus Highway opened in 1959, connecting the Conway side of the White Mountains with the Lincoln-Woodstock portion. It was a big, impressive construction project, connecting opposite sides of the White Mountains with a more convenient as well as scenic route.

When planning a trip on the Kanc, be sure to bring a camera or cell phone for photos; a picnic lunch or snack to enjoy at a scenic stop; a coat, sweater, or jacket; and if you’re the artistic type, a sketch book and pencils to capture the natural beauty all around.

And make sure to fill up the car with gas before you take to the Kanc — there are no gas stations.

Lancaster Known as the gateway to New Hampshire’s Great Northern Woods, Lancaster is a paradise for skiers, snowmobilers, and ATV enthusiasts, as well as hikers, snowshoers, and hunters. It features the 4,000-foot Mount Cabot.

The town was chartered in 1763 and settled in 1764, but the settlers almost abandoned their new home after that first year because of the harsh weather conditions. However, by 1874, Lancaster was the state’s 12th most productive agricultural regions.

Senator John Wingate Weeks, the sponsor of the legislation that

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created the White Mountain National Forest, had a summer residence in Lancaster. His early 20th century country estate became Weeks State Park and is one of the state’s best-preserved properties. Located off Route 3, the estate was built atop Prospect Mountain in 1912, and features a tower that, built at an elevation of 2,059 feet, provides a great view of the Connecticut River Valley which separates New Hampshire from Vermont.

Lancaster is home to an annual agricultural fair and boasts a number of dining and shopping opportunities.

Conway Area Visitors come to Conway for all sorts of winter sports, great scenery, shopping, and food.

The Conway area includes North Conway, Center Conway, Kearsarge, and Intervale, as well as an area known as Redstone.

Long before it European settlers came to the area, it was home to the Pequawkets, an indigenous tribe that used the Saco River for fishing and hunting. Their camps stretched for miles along the

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A man named Darby came to explore the area in the 1640s, using the Saco River as his means of travel. Darby Field is named after him.

Conway got its name from a commander of the British Army.

Colonial Governor Banning Wentworth gave the area that name, and he sent a group of men to settle there.

The region grew over the years and, by the 1850s, artists had discovered the wild beauty of the region. One of the most famous artists, Benjamin Champney, trekked over the White Mountains, capturing the scenes on canvas. His paintings provided great publicity for the Whites and began drawing tourists to the area.

Their influx resulted in the building of grand hotels in the area, and eventually spurred the development of the shopping centers that now are major attractions in the Conway area.

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The New England Ski Museum, with its main headquarters at Cannon Mountain by Franconia Notch, has a second location on Route 16 in downtown North Conway. The museum has displays and historic ski photos. (For more information, see www. newenglandskimuseum.org.)

The Mount Washington Valley, of which Conway is a part, continues to lure vacationers year-round as people seek out the beauty, the attractions, and the opportunities to get out and explore what nature has provided.

Bretton Woods The tiny area of Bretton Woods has some big boasting rights: It was the home of the 1944 United States Monetary and Financial Conference that was responsible for the creation of the World Bank.

It also has one of the remaining grand hotels and a ski area. Some mistake it for the resort that carries its name, but Bretton Woods actually is a section of the town of Carroll. (Carroll also includes the area known as Twin Mountain.)

At one time, grand hotels dotted the White Mountain area, their sprawling facilities providing a playground for the wealthy. While most are now gone, the beautiful White Mountain Hotel and Resort remains. It was built by Joseph Stickney, an entrepreneur and businessman who envisioned what such a facility would mean. He hired more than 200 Italian artisans to build the hotel using granite and stone masonry. The hotel opened in 1902 and has lasted through prohibition, the Depression, the world wars, and the beginning of skiing as a major industry. The Mount Washington Hotel was declared a National Historic Landmark in the 1980s. It still welcomes guests and offers a glimpse of an era when grand hotels catered to people of means who wanted to live in style while enjoying time away from the city.

Today, skiers also find a getaway in Bretton Woods, the ski area.

The Cog Railway (see separate story) also has its home in Bretton Woods. Started in 1869, The Cog made it possible for train passengers to ride to top of Mount Washington, at 6,288 feet.

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Different Things To Do During The Cold Months Ahead

By Mark Okrant With shorter days, colder temperatures, and an occasional snowstorm in the forecast, northern and central New Hampshire will become a winter wonderland once again. But, what if: you don’t ski or snowboard the thought of building a snowman makes you shiver you don’t trust the ice on your local lake or pond?

Cheer up, for there are some amazing alternatives to spending the next several months as a couch potato.

You may number among the 24.3 million people who play golf in this country. Like so many others, you have been ending your season in late October or early November. In fact, by the time you are reading this, it’s likely your clubs are already cleaned and stored in the basement or a closet.

Owing to an innovation developed in the 1970s, you can play golf throughout the winter months. With more than a dozen locations in New Hampshire, golf simulators provide people an opportunity to either practice their swings or play an actual round of golf inside the comfort of

a nice, warm building. Three of these facilities are convenient to residents of central and northern New Hampshire: Owl’s Nest Resort in Thornton, Loudon Country Club in Loudon, and Beaver Meadow Golf Course in Concord.

David Welch, a pro shop employee at Owl’s Nest, indicated that their Skytrak Golf Simulator is available daily between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. from November 15 to the end of April.

Times are surprisingly available, as the facility averages three to five groups each day. Approximately 80 percent of the people who use the facility play one of the more popular worldwide courses that are loaded into the simulator.

Two of the favorites of Owl’s Nest patrons are California’s Pebble Beach course and New York’s Bethpage Black course.

The beauty of playing one of those extremely difficult courses indoors is a mishit ball doesn’t become lost. You simply retrieve it from the base of the simulator’s screen and prepare for your next shot.

Meanwhile, for the other 20 percent of patrons, the facility serves as an indoor driving range, wherein a golfer can determine the

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At Owl’s Nest, the cost for renting the simulator is $15 per onehalf hour, or $25 per hour. Until the present, nearly all of the golfers who used the facility have been men; however, that is likely to change. To reserve time on the simulator, contact the director of sports and golf operations, Carter White, at 603-726-3076.

Other indoor recreation opportunities await residents and visitors alike. There are several ice skating rinks in the region. These are excellent places to learn to skate safely, are wonderful for family activities, and can be used as a spot for social gatherings. Within the White Mountains region, there are three facilities open to the public, located in Waterville Valley, Conway, and Berlin.

The Waterville Valley Resort Ice Arena (603-236-4813) is available for public skating on Fridays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Saturdays from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. The fee is $8 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Skate rentals are obtainable.

Ham Arena in Conway (603-447-5886) is available from noon to 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays. The fee for adults is $7, $6 for children 14 and under. Skate rentals are available.

Nucar Notre Dame Arena in Berlin (603-752-4345) has public skating from 6 to 8 p.m. on Fridays. The facility welcomes birthday parties.

There is an activity at ice arenas that has been growing by leaps and bounds. The sport of curling gives new meaning to the words of that sixties song, “Let’s Get Stoned,” by Armstead, Ashford, and Simpson. Curling was developed in Scotland during the sixteenth century. It was diffused to Canada during the early nineteenth century, before Scottish immigrants brought it to the United States in 1830. This sport is tantamount to shuffleboard played on ice by four-person teams. Participants take turns sliding a 42-pound polished granite stone toward a bulls-eye target. At facilities such as Hanaway Ice Arena in Plymouth and Ham Arena in Conway, curling leagues have become a popular fall and winter diversion. In fact, very active clubs have sprung up in various locations. These include the Plymouth Rocks, Mount Washington Valley, Upper Valley, and Nashua organizations. For more information about curling, readers are recommended to contact the Conway group (508-603-8187) or the Plymouth Rocks club (603-535-2758).

Victorian Sleigh Rides may be just the activity for readers who are willing to venture outside, and wish to do so in style. Those who have experienced them describe sleigh rides as nostalgic and cozy. Sleighs carry couples and larger groups of people across snow-covered farm fields, with a backdrop of mountains, rivers, and woods. The only things that interrupt the quietude are the jingling of sleigh bells and the occasional snort of the horses. Of all the activities mentioned in this column, sleigh rides are the most costly.

Depending upon the location and the size of one’s travel party, a sleigh ride costs between $20 per person for a larger group to $200 per couple in a single horse-drawn sleigh.

For those who don’t allow the price to deter them from participating in this charming experience, here are several opportunities to book a sleigh ride: At Farm By the River Bed and Breakfast in North Conway (603-356-2694), riders are treated to a 45-minute-long trip on cushioned seats, covered with faux fur blankets, and with hot cocoa at the end of the ride. The views of the ledges at White Horse and Cathedral are unforgettable.

Nestlenook Farm in Jackson (603-383-7101) can provide both a sleigh carrying 10 to 12 people and one for a more intimate experience.

Waterville Valley Resort (603-236-8175) and Purity Spring Resort in East Madison (603-367-8896) specialize in rides for groups of up to 20 passengers.

In each location, riders are treated to beautiful scenery and traditional New England hospitality.

So, as you can see from this small sample, there is no reason to hide under the covers just because of some cold temperatures and snow. Opportunities to have a special experience abound. However, please remember to contact these establishments before your visit, to be certain you’ve reserved a spot.

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Snowshoeing in the White Mountains

By Thomas P. Caldwell Winter’s arrival provides a whole new set of opportunities for those who love the outdoors. Rather than summer boating, ATVing, biking, or hiking, the first good snowfall means that one can rev up a snowmobile or strap on skis or snowshoes and head out into nature’s playground.

In the case of snowshoes, those lucky enough to live out of the population centers can just head out the door, unconfined by the need for roads or trails: Any open areas will do, and, unlike downhill skiing, snowshoeing is easy and inexpensive. Snowshoes allow people to walk atop the snow without sinking, to find quiet spots where bare trees can offer spectacular views of landscapes one cannot see during periods of full foliage.

Simply heading out into the wilderness is not always an option, and traveling to an unfamiliar area and having to break a trail may lead to getting lost. However, the White Mountain National Forest offers a range of great scenic trails, each providing a version of the exotic world of winter.

Snowshoeing offers not only the chance to see animal tracks and perhaps a glimpse of four-legged creatures, it also provides a great physical workout that nevertheless provides opportunities to stop and relax. Old wooden snowshoes still provide a great hike, but they require a bit of skill in learning to walk. Modern snowshoes, however, are generally made of aluminum or composite material and come with easily adjustable bindings. Some even allow one to pivot in place, and the addition of cleats or crampons gives a firm grip when the going gets slippery.

Poles can provide an extra level of control, helping to balance on uneven terrain.

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Where To Go Beginning snowshoers may want to start on the three-mile North End Loop, a trail in Waterville Valley that is mostly flat and goes around a frozen pond. Several of New Hampshire’s 4,000-plus-foot peaks are visible in the distance. The trail also has a skate line for speedy skate skiers.

Another easy hike is the Greeley Ponds Trail which runs through Mad River Notch near Lincoln, offering views of Mount Osceola and Mount Kancamagus.

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Pe m i g e wa s s e t Wilderness was one of the great forests that attracted the logging companies that established the town of Lincoln. There are numerous lookout spots along the trail, and a long suspension bridge crosses the river. The Lincoln Woods Trail is a 5.8-mile round-trip, but it can be hiked in segments, a l l o w i n g snowshoers to set their own distance. Those wishing to continue into the Pe m i g e wa s s e t Wilderness will bring total mileage to 11, but still with a minimal gain in elevation.

Another relatively easy trail is the Old Bridle Path off Route 113 in Holderness, leading up West Rattlesnake Mountain for wonderful views of the Squam Lakes, Lake Winnipesaukee, and the peaks of the Squam and Belknap ranges.

What starts as a leisurely stroll gets a little harder at the end when taking the Georgiana and Harvard Falls Trail out of Lincoln. The 1.6-mile round-trip hike begins at the trailhead on Georgiana Falls Road.

Farther north, in Franconia Notch State Park, a popular snowshoe destination is Lonesome Lake. Located between North and South Kinsman mountains, the trail offers magnificent scenery, but it is not groomed and is more difficult. The Appalachian Mountain Club operates a hut at Lonesome Lake, so day-trippers can stop in to warm up, or arrange to stay there overnight. To reach it is about a three-mile trek along the Lonesome Lake, Cascade Brook, and Fishin’ Jimmy trails.

Another nice trail in the Franconia Range connects Mount Liberty and Mount Flume, with the advantage of stunning views and minimal crowds. Leave the Basin parking lot, off Interstate-93 North, and begin along the bike path until reaching the Liberty Springs Trail, which is part of the Appalachian Trail. The trail climbs gently for three miles to a junction with the Franconia Ridge Trail. A short way south is the rocky summit of Mount Liberty, a trek that is appropriate for intermediate snowshoers. Experienced intermediate and advanced snowshoers will want to continue to Mount Flume which is another 1.5 miles, offering views of Mount Liberty to the north and Loon Mountain to the south. The hike is best done between December and late March.

For an easy loop, take the Bald Mountain and Artist’s Bluff Trail to reach the top of Bald Mountain. The 1.5-mile trail starts in the parking area across from the Peabody Base Area on Route 18, with a short, steep climb which, with a total gain of just 340 feet, is rated easy. Beware, though: There can be some bare spots on the rocky ledges, which can be icy.

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take a snowshoer to Mount Willard in Crawford Notch. The 3.2-mile round-trip hike offers a view overlooking the U-shaped valley that was carved by glaciers. Hike from the Route 302 trailhead along the Avalon and Mount Willard trails.

Mount Tecumseh is among the “4,000-footers” of the White Mountains, with an elevation of 4,003 feet above sea level. Despite its height, the trail to the summit is sheltered and only 2.5 miles long, making it a favorite for intermediate snowshoers. The trail departs from the Waterville Valley Ski Area, skirting the trails and then climbing for about a mile before intersecting with the Sosman Trail. A fork provides two ways to reach the summit, from which there are views of Mount Washington and other peaks. The best times for snowshoeing are between late December and early March.

Over at Pinkham Notch, the AMC’s Highland Center and Joe Dodge Lodge serve as launch points for some great snowshoe tours.

Slightly higher than Mount Tecumseh but also relatively protected from the weather is Mount Pierce, at 4,310 feet, named after New Hampshire’s only president, Franklin Pierce. Departing from the Highland Center on Route 302, the trail begins on the Crawford Connector to the Crawford Path, then climbs through the forest for 3.2 miles before opening up to ledge for the final 0.1 mile to the summit. Normally good for snowshoeing from December to March, it occasionally has sufficient snow to continue into April.

In good weather, Mount Moosilauke, the tenth tallest mountain in the state and the westernmost of the White Mountains, offers one of the best snowshoeing trips, but also among the most challenging.

Departing from the end of Breezy Point Road in Warren, snowshoers will follow the five-mile Carriage Road before taking the path to the summit. They are rewarded with a 360-degree view. The best time to go is late December to mid-March.

Near Conway is the Champney Falls Trail, a well-marked trail rated easy to more difficult. It runs 2.8 miles with a gentle incline of 250 feet, but is ungroomed. A hike along the trail provides a winter view of cascades and waterfalls.

The Echo Lake Trail is a flat one-mile loop along the edge of the

frozen lake, with striking views of Mount Kearsarge North, which is about four miles northeast of North Conway. You may see iceclimbers on White Horse and Cathedral ledges, and encounter walkers and their dogs or a slow-moving snowmobile. The trail is ungroomed but usually it is packed.

Peaked Mountain Trail is an ungroomed 4.2-mile loop off Route 16, just south of North Conway, and offers an easy to more difficult hike with views of mountain peaks and snowy valleys. It is a gradual climb of 1,100 feet to the bare summit of Peaked Mountain where on a clear day there will be views of Mount Washington, Middle Mountain, Black Cap, and Cranmore. Many trails cross each other as they lead to the major peaks.

The Lower Nanamocomuck Ski Trail follows the Swift River for 6.9 miles, providing lots of trail options in and out of the forest and back out to the water’s edge. It is ungroomed with a ski track. At Rocky Gorge, snowshoers can choose to go along Falls Pond or cross a bridge to see the river’s gorge; or take the 0.7-mile Lovequist Loop that goes around the Falls Pond.

The easy but ungroomed 3-mile Boulder Loop Trail offers views of the Passaconaway Valley. With remnants from the work of ancient glaciers, there is a 100-foot slab of rock that snowshoers can actually pass beneath.

Another interesting trail is the 4.7-mile Upper Saco River Loop that is rated more difficult. It is part of a trail system that originated on property belonging to two Bartlett-area brothers and has grown to a network of about 40 miles of trails, of which 10 miles are dedicated to snowshoers. Beginners and intermediates can snowshoe along the western part of the network, while veterans can venture farther afield. There are views of Crawford Notch and Attitash Bear Peak ski area, with Mount Carrigain towering over the river.

The Arethusa Falls Trail in Crawford Notch is a relatively easy 2.6-mile out-and-back three-hour trek with New Hampshire’s tallest waterfall, offering crystal cascades in winter. Ripley Falls and the Frankenstein Cliff are on a connecting trail.

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Originally settled in the 1760s and called Chiswick (which means Cheese Farm in Saxon) until 1770, Littleton was part of the town of Lisbon. The town was eventually named in honor of the Surveyor of the King’s Woods, Colonel Moses Little when it was incorporated in 1784, according to www.wikipedia.org.

These days, you can learn all about the area’s history at the Littleton Area Historical Museum. Visit www. littletonnhmuseum.com.

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Other area sites include the River Walk and Covered Bridge, a downtown historical walk with plaques on or near various buildings on Main Street, and

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Visit Littleton’s Wildlife & Landscape Photo Gallery If you haven’t been to Littleton in a while, you’ll be pleased to discover the ever-changing arts scene. Littleton is now home to one of the premier photography galleries in New England.

White Mountain photographer Shaun Terhune recently transformed a downtown storefront into a rustic gallery, complete with timber-frame beams, crackling fireplace and canoes hanging from the rafters.

Walking throughout the store and perusing countless pictures of New Hampshire’s glittering White Mountain vistas or moose, bears, and old covered bridges, the region’s most inspiring scenes come to life.

When he’s not out shooting sunrises or leading photography expeditions with National Geographic, Shaun can generally be found at the store, where, in addition to his own work, he’s curated a mix of other art, fine rustic furniture, wildlife carvings, and more, from other talented regional artists.

Acting as a local guide, Shaun is also a great resource for tips on where to go for great hikes and even pointers for spotting wildlife in the area.

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store smells like alpine spruce and fresh pine, looks like a New England lodge, and feels just a bit like home.

On the walls, Shaun’s glowing photographs are featured as large panoramas and fine art prints framed in beautiful reclaimed wood. On display tables, hundreds of smaller prints are also available for sale, mounted on sleek, rigid panels.

Shoppers can flip through racks of frames, pair them with their favorite print, and walk out with their own customized piece. Whether looking for a special photograph of the White Mountains, a real moose antler for the mantle at home, or just the experience of walking through this lovely store, it’s well worth the visit.

Downtown Littleton is full of interesting shops and restaurants, perched on the Ammonoosuc River just a mile from interstate 93. At 39 Main Street, “Shaun Terhune Fine Art Photography” is marked by a towering cedar signpost which calls to mind those iconic, weatherbeaten signs of the White Mountain National Forest. Inside, you’ll see

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The Iconic Mount Washington Cog Railway

By Lee Caldwell Approaching the western face of the 6,288-foot Mount Washington on a sunny day in winter, one first notices the glistening white peak, but a discerning eye will also catch a glimpse of a shining ribbon snaking up the mountain. This is the track of New Hampshire’s iconic Mount Washington Cog Railway.

Opened on July 3, 1869, “The Cog” was the world’s first mountain-climbing cog railway and has been deemed a national historic engineering landmark.

The the brainchild of New Hampshire native and inventor Sylvester Marsh, the trains climb the steep grades using his patented Marsh cog, rack, and pinion system. The tracks run along an elevated wooden trestle with an average grade of more than 25% and a maximum grade of 37.4%. Traveling various climate zones, in the summer months, the railway makes the 3-mile trip to the top of Mount Washington, noted for being the highest peak in the northeast and for having some of the most challenging weather in the world.

The steam engine that built the cog railway, named Peppersass (so-called for its unusual pepper pot shape), is on display at the Marshfield Base Station, along with an assortment of other vintage equipment. The original steam engines were first powered by wood and later by coal. It takes a ton of coal to power a steam engine on the trip, and more than 1,000 gallons of water, requiring a stop at

a water tank along the way. As a nod to steam afficionados, The Cog still operates a pair of coal-powered steam locomotives in the summer and fall.

The year 2008 saw the introduction of biodiesel locomotives to the Cog Railway fleet. Powered by a 650-hp John Deere engine, these engines do not require a stop for water, allowing winter trips along The Cog. Three solarpowered hydraulic switches have been added, and much of the rail was replaced in 2020. For winter trips, the trestle is cleared by a massive snowblower on the front of the biodiesel locomotives.

Starting in 2020, The Cog began offering shorter trips for the winter months and, according to Marketing Director Rob Arey, the reception from the public has “exceeded expectations.”

The shorter trip, which climbs to the 4,000-foot Waumbek Station, offers spectacular views to the north and west (weather permitting.) Passengers disembark for a brief stop at the station to sip coffee or cocoa, munch on doughnuts, take advantage of warming huts (the train is not heated, so one should dress accordingly), and enjoy a blazing fire pit. Round-trip time is approximately one hour. Trains leave at 10:30 a.m., noon, and 1:30 p.m. during the mid-week. On the weekends and holidays/vacations, trains leave at 10:30 a.m., noon, 1:30, and 3 p.m. Included in the train ride is a highly entertaining and informative narrative by the train’s crew. Cost is $41 per adult and $29 per child.

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After the train ride, a visit to the free Cog Railway Museum is an additional treat. Here you can get a close-up view of the actual cog system, view the inside of a steam engine, travel back in time through the history of the railway from Sylvester Marsh’s 1866 dream — where detractors stated he “might as well build a railway to the moon” — to the present, and see the narrow sideboards (also known as the devil’s shingle) that enabled workers to zip down the mountain quickly and sometimes death-defyingly fast.

The Cog’s terminal, the relatively new Marshfield Base Station, at 2,700 feet on the western flank of Mount Washington, is open year-round, seven days a week, making it an ideal warm and welcoming base camp for backcountry skiers, hikers, and snowshoers. There is a parking fee. A SnoCat was recently purchased with the intent of offering future backcountry trips to skiers. In addition, snowmobile trails are located nearby. The station contains bathrooms, a food court with a fireplace in the dining area, a gift shop, and a museum.

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Yester year The Adair Inn – a Wonderful Wedding Gift

By Kathi Caldwell-Hopper If you met Dorothy Adair (Hogan) Guider, you would never forget the time spent with the Bethlehem resident. You might talk about her gardens, her home, her travels, the famous people she knew, and world events. Beyond those subjects, you would realize you were in the presence of a woman who would tell you to always do your best, and to accept people for their character versus their pocketbook.

Who was Dorothy and what was her role in the White Mountains?

Simply put, Dorothy embodied culture, class, and good taste.

She was the owner of the Adair home and estate, a wedding gift from her father. The once-private home is now the Adair Country Inn and Restaurant in Bethlehem.

Born in Washington, D.C., in 1901, Dorothy was the daughter of attorney Frank Hogan and his wife, Mary Adair.

Everyone in Washington knew Frank, from politicians (including presidents) to entertainers. The family resided in an opulent home which today is the South Korean Embassy on

Kalorama Circle in Washington, D.C. Well-known and respected as an attorney, Frank worked hard to get to where he was and he retained that work ethic throughout his life.

According to information from the Adair Inn’s website, “After working his way through Georgetown University and receiving a law degree in 1902, Frank Hogan founded one of Washington, D.C.’s major law firms (Hogan & Hartson) and became a nationally famous trial lawyer. His clients included Teddy Roosevelt, Andrew Mellon, Evelyn Walsh McLain (Hope Diamond) and Edward L. Doheny (Teapot Dome cases). In 1939 he was elected president of the American Bar Association.”

When his only daughter, Dorothy, became engaged to John William Guider (known as Duke), an attorney at Hogan & Hartson, Frank wanted to give Dorothy and Duke a spectacular wedding present.

The gift was a Georgian-style home he built for Dorothy and Duke in Bethlehem, New Hampshire. The stately home is today the Adair Inn, and anyone who has dined or stayed

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vacations. (Nick’s father was one of at the inn has been treated to a memorable experience.

Duke and Dorothy’s three children.)

How did such a famous family living Nick remembers his mother telling in far-away Washington, D.C., know Nick and his siblings to get out into of Bethlehem, in New Hampshire’s the fresh air and play each summer White Mountains? Dorothy’s grandson, morning. Inevitably, Nick wandered Nicholas (Nick) Guider, who grew up next door to see what his grandmother, next door to The Adair, has a sound Dorothy, was doing. One can imagine knowledge of the family history. He Nick as a small boy walking up the surmises that Frank Hogan learned long driveway on a summer’s day. there was a great piece of property in As he entered The Adair, he heard Bethlehem from a client.

Dorothy call from her bedroom, “YooAlthough the gift of a second home hoo!” to welcome him into her home. for the newlyweds might have been She was having breakfast in bed and intended as a surprise, Nick assumes preparing for her day. She invited Nick Dorothy and Duke were aware of to sit and chat and asked him about the house as it was being built in the what he planned to do each day. She 1920s simply because of the time and often had her television on, watching effort it took for the construction. the news, and they might discuss the At the time, high society people events in the world. adhered to the trend of getting out of “I was the youngest of four children, the city to spend summers at a second born in 1969, and, unfortunately, my home or in a fancy hotel. Huge White grandfather, Duke, had passed away Mountain hotels saw wealthy families by then so I didn’t know him,” Nick arrive with servants and steamer explains. trunks full of clothing so the families But he certainly knew Dorothy could spend an entire summer in the Dorothy Guider, the original owner of the and he was very familiar with her country. It was all the rage in the early estate that would become the Adair Country home. “There were many bedrooms, 1900s, and it was not unusual for a Inn and Restaurant in Bethlehem, NH. staff quarters, and I recall there were family such as the Hogans to build a (Courtesy photo) pedestals with buzzers under the second home in a rural area. dining room table to buzz the kitchen The Adair property was probably staff; my grandmother didn’t really woodlands or farmland prior to being cook,” he laughs. purchased by Frank. Why did he choose this remote area for The gardens and grounds, designed by Olmstead Brothers Dorothy’s home? Bethlehem might seem like a rural, sleepy of Boston, were extensive and beautiful, with sweeping area in the early part of the 1900s, but it was the year-round mountain views. There was a swimming pool, tennis courts, home or second home to many wealthy and well-known walking paths, and the staff to care for the estate included a people. For example, the Glessner family lived near the Adair housekeeper, a cook, and two groundskeepers. estate at today’s Rocks, owned now by the Society for the One might wonder what Dorothy, then widowed, did to Protection of New Hampshire Forests. The Glessners were keep boredom at bay. She had lived a very busy and social also wealthy, and the property was for many years their life in Washington, D.C., and traveled all over the world with summer home. John Jacob Glessner was a businessman Duke. (Nick recalls a photo of the couple on camels with the and co-founder of International Harvester. The Glessners, Egyptian pyramids in the background.) Not one to languish as neighbors of the Guilder family, probably socialized with her days away, Dorothy lived her life well and Nick does not Dorothy and Duke. remember her complaining about loneliness in her widowed While the public views the Adair Inn as a beautiful place years. to spend a vacation and dine on delicious food in a country “She lived a life we all dream about, such as having an setting, Dorothy and Duke’s grandchildren have personal audience with the Pope, and traveling all over the world,” memories. The home is full of history and reminiscences of Nick explains. “When she had the house, there were pictures the wonderful times the family had over the years. on the walls of famous people, such as Winston Churchill.

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Dorothy taught Nick to be gracious and open-minded when meeting people. Over her lifetime, there were many parties at Adair, and famous people were invited to spend the weekend. (On Dorothy’s 80th birthday, the family celebrated with 400 guests at the estate. Nick says it was like planning a large wedding, with people attending from around the country.) When Dorothy and Duke traveled, they did so in style on grand steamers such as the Queen Mary.

When Dorothy passed away in 1991, she left a legacy hard to imagine today. The house that was created as a wedding gift from her parents had become a permanent residence for Dorothy and her husband, Duke. They certainly left a positive mark on the community, serving on the board of the Littleton Hospital, among many other organizations. Dorothy also was the president of Franconia College. (There is a newspaper clipping of her beside Muhammad Ali when he received an honorary degree from the college. The two remained friends for years.)

During their time in Bethlehem, Duke was busy as well.

He had been a very successful Washington, D.C., lawyer with an interest in communications and radio and television.

Once living in Bethlehem permanently, he started the stations WHOM and WMTW. When not traveling, Dorothy was active in area garden clubs, and with her friend, Sherman Adams, she was deeply involved in the North Country Chamber Players.

After Dorothy died, the family made the difficult decision to sell the property. It had been a great place for family gatherings, but they knew it would be best for the sake of The Adair to sell.

Before selling, they spent weeks cleaning out a lifetime of Dorothy and Duke’s possessions. Nick speaks of the amazing things they found, such as letters in Dorothy’s desk.

“The letters had been there for over 50 years, and it took a

full day to read them all. Presidents Harding and Coolidge corresponded with my grandmother, and she knew so many people. We found photos of her with Helen Hayes and Teddy Roosevelt.”

The steamer trunks were full of beautiful clothing worn on their travels, and the house was full of antiques and artwork.

It was an antique collector’s or a historian’s dream, and a fascinating look at two lives well lived.

Nick says that, although wealthy, Dorothy was not a snob.

She admired self-made people, perhaps because her father, the very successful Washington, D.C., lawyer Frank Hogan, started out life poor. He worked hard and was the true definition of a self-made man.

“My grandmother taught me to be gracious at all times, and she didn’t care where someone came from. People in Bethlehem still come up to me now and then and tell me they remember her generosity,” adds Nick. (Likely people also recall her independence, her fondness for Cadillacs, and her determination to drive herself around the area when she could have well afforded a chauffeur.)

To experience the lifestyle of Dorothy and Duke Guider and the elegance of their home, a trip to the Adair Inn is a must. Adair continues its tradition of hosting friends, new and old, under the care of owners Joel and Cathy Bedor and Innkeeper Stacey Rachdorf. The quiet and beautiful country inn has it all: amazing views, great gardens, gourmet food in the restaurant, and a good night’s sleep in one of the inn’s rooms.

After your visit, you will wish you could have known Dorothy, a unique and wonderful woman who was always gracious and always kind.

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Snow Rangers Help Keep Skiers Safe

By Thomas P. Caldwell New Hampshire’s White Mountain National Forest is a yearround attraction for people who like hiking, snowshoeing, and skiing, or who just want to see the vistas, visit wilderness streams, or enjoy the beautiful foliage that the area provides. For the forest rangers and others who protect the natural landscape, keeping those visitors safe is an important part of their mission. The “snow rangers” are one of those groups.

Through a partnership between the United States Forest Service, the Mount Washington Volunteer Ski Patrol, the Mount Washington Avalanche Education Foundation, and the Friends of Tuckerman’s Ravine, the Mount Washington Avalanche Center provides advisories on the risk of an avalanche as well as employing snow rangers to lead search-and-rescue missions. Their goal is to find avalanche survivors, but sometimes it’s a recovery mission, such as the one on February 3 when they found a solo backcountry skier buried under 13 feet of packed snow in the Ammonoosuc Ravine.

Predicting where an avalanche may occur and warning the public are the best ways to prevent such a tragedy. The Avalanche Center uses a website, social media, and direct contact with those in the field to provide information and advisories on snow conditions for the Tuckerman and Huntington Ravine areas between October or November and the end of May. To develop an accurate forecast, the snow rangers — two during the week and four on weekends — look at snow and weather conditions in Tuckerman and Huntington and post the avalanche hazard conditions for the day. They also report on areas where water running under the snow can undermine the surface, and where there is crevasse danger.

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number of backcountry skiers has increased, so has the number of human-triggered avalanches. In January, a pair of skiers that had been warned to stay on the lower levels of Tuckerman’s Ravine if they skied at all found they couldn’t resist the temptation of new snow on the slope. The first skier who started down from near the top of the Left Gully dislodged a six-inch slab of snow and was carried 850 feet at a speed of 53 miles per hour, according to his GPS watch. He ended up face-down under two feet or more of debris. While the weight of the snow trapped him there, his head was close enough to the surface for him to raise his head to breathe. His companion, who also tumbled and lost his skis in the avalanche, was unable to free him, so went for help. When others arrived, they were abler to dig him out.

Lead snow ranger Frank Carus noted that the pair had not been prepared with beacons, probes, or shovels.

“Reading the forecast carefully, applying safe travel techniques, and carrying the proper equipment are fundamental to recreating in avalanche terrain,” the Avalanche Center posted on its report of the incident. “It is critical to acknowledge that the majority of avalanche incidents and fatalities occur in Moderate danger rating days where the avalanche hazard may include the potential for isolated, stubborn but large avalanches OR widespread, smaller avalanches, such as this day. Both can carry real consequences.”

Even experienced skiers can get into trouble, though. The 54-yearold solo backcountry skier from Lincoln, Vermont, whose body was found under 13 feet of snow on February 3, had experience and the proper equipment. His avalanche signal beacon helped the rescue party to locate him. In his case, a winter storm had triggered several natural avalanches on the mountain. New Hampshire Fish and Game officials say the tragedy is a reminder that backcountry

skiing is always extremely risky, especially when skiing alone.

Warnings The Avalanche Center posts warnings on the potential danger levels according to a standardized set of criteria and based on four types of avalanches: Loose snow avalanches are common on steep slopes after a fresh snowfall; slab avalanches are characterized by a large block of ice falling on loose snow; powder snow avalanches; and wet snow avalanches.

Skiers should look for cracks forming in the snow around their feet or skis. The ground feels hollow underfoot and there may be a “whumping” sound, indicating that the snow is settling and a slab might release. Another sign is surface patterns on the snow made by the force of strong winds.

To test whether the snow is safe, dig a pit five feet deep, or to the ground (whichever comes first), on an open slope after probing to see if there is any old avalanche debris, rocks, or brush. Use a glove to brush the face of the pit to see if there are visible layers.

When a rescue is under way, snow rangers will make use of an “avalanche dog” that sniffs the snow to pick up the scent of a person or clothing, which helps to locate a buried skier. Carus notes that they seldom find living people, saying that, after 15 minutes buried in snow, the chance of survival drops to 50 percent.

The Avalanche Center offers awareness programs and avalanche courses, as well as training rescue teams. Each fall, the center offers an Eastern Snow and Avalanche workshop. Snow rangers also administer permits for areas on public lands and offer mountain safety information for the Presidential Range. The Mount Washington Avalanche Center is the only official U.S. avalanche center east of the Rocky Mountains, and it has the oldest forecasting program in the country.

The snow ranger tradition dates back to the 1950s, and the Androscoggin Ranger District assigned its first ranger to specialize in snow and avalanche conditions around 1952. After initially working out of a Quonset hut near Hermit Lake, the rangers erected a permanent wooden cabin there in 1962, which still serves as a base for their operations.

One famous avalanche survivor is Olympic skier Bode Miller of Franconia who, as a 13-year-old skier in Tuckerman’s Ravine, tumbled down when the headwall gave way. He was able to stay near enough to the surface to keep his head and arm clear when the debris came to a stop and hardened around him. Rescuers were able to dig him out.

The best advice: Check the avalanche warnings, carry an avalanche beacon, probe, and shovel, and understand the risks of solo travel.

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elcome to the White Mountains of NH. Once you settle into your lodgings,it’s time to head out on the ski slopes, snowshoe trails, enjoy area restaurants or take the family to the fun shopping areas and receational spots that call the White Mountains home. Scenic NH’s calendar will keep you up-to-date on all sorts of events, located on the main roads and hidden among the hills. Please call ahead for all event listing for updates and COVID-19 restrictions. Information and schedules subject to change.

ONGOING ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts. First Friday Art Nights, open noon to 7 p.m. Charity Silent Auction ends Dec. 12, online at www.chocoruaartworks.com, to benefit Tamworth Community Nurses, MWV Supports Recovery, 132 Route 16, Chocorua, open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday – Monday during December; Saturday & Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. in January and February; closed in March. 603-323-8041.

Believe in Books Literacy Foundation/Theatre in the Wood, Intervale, many programs for children, www. believeinbooks.org or call 356-9980.

Blessed Bargains Thrift Shop, First Congregational Church, 400 Main St., Farmington, 755-4816.

open for hiking, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 284-6428, www.chapmansanctuaryvisneywoods.com.

Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, incredible views of mountains, benches for seating, sketch, paint, meditate, free, directions/info: www.chocorualake.org.

Conway Historical Society, historical info, 447-5551, www.conwayhistoricalsociety.org.

Conway Public Library, 15 Greenwood Avenue, Conway, has many learning experiences. Info: 4475552 or visit www.conwaypubliclibrary.org.

Curbside Pickup of Farm Fresh Foods, Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 323-7591, remickmuseum.org.

Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails

Freedom Gallery, artwork/exhibits by area artists, 8 Elm St., Freedom, 610-762-2493.

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Freedom Village Store, variety of goods from artisan items to baked goods and much more, Thurs.-Sun. 10 am-2 pm, 11 Elm St., Freedom, info: 539-3077, www. freedomvillagestore.org.

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Great Glen Trails, outdoor center/activities, Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, 466-3988, www. greatglentrails.com.

Majestic Café, Jazz, blues, and more, Fridays, sets at 7 and 8:30 p.m., 32 Main St., Conway. Walk in or reserve at mountaintopmusic.org/concert-series. Proof of vaccination or negative test within 72 hours required.

Info: 603-447-4737.

Mount Washington SnowCoach Tours, info./reservations required, www.greatglentrails.com, Mt. Washington Auto Rd., Gorham, 466-3988.

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NE Ski Museum, 2628 White Mt. Highway, N. Conway, www.newenglandskimuseum.org.

NH Farm Museum, old-time farm, programs, events for families, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org.

Quilting Group, 1-4 pm, meets every 2 weeks, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Ossipee, schedule/info: 539-6390.

Second Annual Charity Silent Auction, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua. Bid in person, phone or email. Bids close Sunday, Dec. 12. Details and items online at www.chocoruaartworks.com. Open 10 a.m.-5p.m., Friday – Monday. Info: 603-323-8041.

Thursday Night Book Group, meets fourth Thurs. of every month for discussions of books, 7 pm, Mystery Book Group meets second Thurs. of the month, White Birch Books, N. Conway, 356-3200, www.whitebirchbooks. com.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill Rd., Albany, many virtual programs, hikes, nature learning center, call for info: 447-6991, www.tinmountain.org.

DECEMBER Dec. 9, Holiday Marketplace, Sea Dog Brewing Company, North Conway. Info: 603-356-0590, heatherm@seadogbrewing.com.

Dec. 9, Bob Marley at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Dec. 9 – 19, A Christmas Carol, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester. Tickets/info: 603-335-1992.

Dec. 11-12, Festival of Trees, Wright Museum, Center Street, Wolfeboro. Info: www.wolfeborofestivaloftrees. com.

Dec. 11-12, Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra Holiday Spectacular, Inter-Lakes Auditorium, Meredith. Dec. 11 at 7 p.m., Dec. 12 at 3 p.m. Info: lrso.org.

Dec. 12, NE Flute Orchestra Holiday Concert, 2 pm, First Congregational Church, Wolfeboro, Wolfeboro Friends of Music, info: www.wfriendsofmusic.org, 5692151.

Dec. 15, Comedian Bob Marley, Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Dec. 17-18, Christmastime at Santa’s Village, 11 a.m.

– 7 p.m., 528 Presidential Highway, Jefferson, 603-5864445.

Dec. 17-18, Stone Mountain Live Christmas with Bill Kirchen at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Dec. 18, Friends Book Sale, 9 am-noon, Madison Public Library, 1895 Village Rd., NH Rt. 113, Madison, 3678545.

Dec. 10, Squirrel Nut Zippers concert, 7:30 pm, Flying Monkey, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, info: 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.

Dec. 10, Shemekia Copeland at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Dec. 10-12, Christmastime at Santa’s Village, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., 528 Presidential Highway, Jefferson, 603-586-4445.

Dec. 11, Mountain Garden Club Holiday Boutique, 9:30 a.m., North Conway Community Center. Info: https:// mountaingardenclub.org/nextevent_Boutique.htm.

Dec. 11, Wolfeboro’s Christmas Spirit Open House, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., throughout Wolfeboro. Info: www. wolfeborochamber.com.

Dec. 11, 1940s Christmas, 10 am-4 pm, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org.

Dec. 11, Saturday Night Holiday Dinner in Queen Post Café at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-934-7592.

Dec. 11, Cold River Holiday Show, with Cold River Radio Band and vocalist Cassandre McKinley, benefit for Mountain Top Music Center at Wildcat Tavern, 7 p.m.

Dinner served at 5 p.m. Reservations: mountaintopmusic. org/concert-series.

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Dec. 18-19, The Nutcracker performed by Northeastern Ballet Theatre at Kingswood Arts Center in Wolfeboro.

Times are Dec. 18 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. Info: www.northeasternballet.org/performances.

Dec. 19, Winter Solstice/Holiday Concert featuring Low Lily featuring Matt Flinner, 6:30 p.m., Medallion Opera House, 20 Park St., Gorham, https://www. gorhamnh.org/medallion-opera-house.

Dec. 23, Li Monahd’s ‘Holiday Hoopla’, Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester. Tickets/info: 603-335-1992.

Dec. 31, Peter Wolf and the Midnight Travelers at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-9357292.

Jan. 21, Kat Wright performs at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Jan. 22, Marc Cohn performs at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Jan. 23, We Banjo 3 at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Jan. 28, Spencer Albee and Love By Numbers at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-9357292.

Jan. 29, USASA Superpipe at Loon Mountain in Lincoln.

New England’s best young skiers and snowboarders jib for top honors in New Hampshire’s only Superpipe.

JANUARY

Jan. 29, Gibson Brothers Bluegrass at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Weather-Dependent: Ice Castles at 24 Clark Farm Road, North Woodstock: Frozen caves, maze-like tunnels, fountains, and slides created from ice when the temperatures permit. Lit by LED lights, an enchanting world is created. Info: icecastles.com.

Jan. 28-30, NH Snow Sculpting Competition, Jackson Town Park in the center of Jackson Village. Threemember teams sculpt columns of snow eight feet high and four inches in diameter. Info: www.jacksonnh.com/ snowsculpting.

Jan. 14, Amy Helm, daughter of The Band’s Leon Helm, performs at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Jan. 30, USASA Slopestyle at Loon Mountain in Lincoln.

New England’s best young skiers and snowboarders tackle a demanding slopestyle course in one of Loon’s award-winning terrain parks.

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Feb. 5, Harry Manx performs at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

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Feb. 12, Della Mae at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-935-7292.

Feb. 14, Dana Cunningham and Carol Noonan at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207-9357292.

Feb. 17-18, Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy at Stone Mountain Arts Center, Brownfield ME. Info: 207935-7292.

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