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By Cynthia Watkins Melendy Ph.D. Contributing Writer

ortrait painting was often viewed as the only appro- priate place for women in the art world during the Pearly days of the republic, so it’s only natural that women were the first portrait painters of the Old Man of the Mountains. The granite outcropping was first encountered by Francis Whitcomb and Luke Brooks while on a trail clear- Courtesy of White Mountain Arts and Artists: whitemountainart.com ing expedition in 1805. It was Catherine Scollay Painting not until a generation later, in 1827, that landscape and fig- valley during the summer of Nathan and Maria Appleton ure painter Catherine Scollay Courtesy of White Mountain Arts and Artists: whitemountainart.com his senior year at Bowdoin in 1817. Nathan became Fanny Appleton Longfellow Drawing exhibited the first known College. He traveled through- wealthy as one of the owners painting of the Old Man at the out western Maine and the of a textile factory in Boston Athenaeum titled “Old Mount Washington Valley Waltham, MA and was even- Man of the Mountains”. gathering the myths and tales tually elected as a The Old Man of the from local farmers and Native Representative to Congress. Mountains has slid away from Americans. These were After his wife's death in our view, but he maintains his embellished by other writers 1833, he and his children took prominence as an icon of not and rewritten by ambitious a North American "grand only New Hampshire, but also women such as Lydia Maria tour" to Trenton Falls, of America. The process of Child, who first published a Niagara Falls, and the White associating nature with the widely available version of the Mountains of New United States’ greatness took Chocorua Legend. Romantic Hampshire. Fanny acquired a place in stages, with literary Hudson River artist Thomas sketchbook and recorded her tales of myths and legends, Cole illustrated the story. remembrances of her two- and then the visual arts, The early nineteenth centu- month journey. There she becoming widely published in ry emerging market for writ- recorded two of the earliest the early nineteenth century. ten narratives, as well as por- known artistic images of The Earliest examples of White traits, based on legend, histo- Old Man. Mountain stories were the ry, and the landscape in which But this unique rock forma- vivid tales and legends that they took place meant a flow- tion does not seem to have settlers in the mountains ering of the arts celebrating inspired many artists except a Courtesy of White Mountain Arts and Artists: whitemountainart.com passed down from one genera- the new republic. Women few women until later on in Fanny Appleton Longfellow Drawing tion to another and told to took advantage of these artis- the 19th century when outsiders who toured the tic opportunities to publish tourism began to flourish in abrupt halt. This is not sur- ural landscape and the region. Many of these tales lithographs illustrating both the region. Returning to prising because marriage and American traits of strength, were Abenaki in origin, while the landscape and events from Boston from Franconia raising a family was consid- steadfastness, and endurance. other narratives were historic the Revolutionary War. Notch, Fanny also sketched a ered a woman’s sole priority. As Samuel Willey, brother tales enhanced through It is likely that artists of this view of Centre Harbor on It was not until the follow- of the family who perished in retelling, such as the raid by period knew each other and Lake Winnipiseogee. Fanny ing generation of women the granite landslide stated: Rogers’ Rangers on St. passed these stories around as made forty-eight drawings of started hiking and riding the “Mountains are infused in Francis, Lovewell’s Battle (see good material for their art. their excursion. White Mountains that women moral virtue: New England the road marker in Center Their friendship, art and Three years later in truly came into their own pub- owes more to her granite Ossipee), and the Willey knowledge of the area was Switzerland during the fami- licly as plein air landscape peaks than to her extensive tragedy (another road sign closely associated. ly's European grand tour, artists. Yet they had already commerce and flourishing marks the spot). Interestingly, it was Frances Fanny Appleton met poet established themselves as the trade…. Wealth and health One of the first literary sto- Elizabeth Appleton Henry Wadsworth first illustrators of America’s flow from their sides; and lib- ries of these White Mountain Longfellow, known as Longfellow. Back in Boston, first important icon. For this erty is always safe among their legends was Henry “Fanny”, who also illustrated he courted her for seven years we can consider them as passes.” Wadsworth Longfellow’s col- the Old Man early on. Fanny before they were married. Founding Mothers: women lection of legends and myths was the youngest of four chil- After her marriage Fanny's who gave us the image associ- he gathered throughout the dren born in Boston to drawing activities came to an ated with our magnificent nat-

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Page 2 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley News Cabin Fever Raffle – North Conway Library Despite the long wait for perfect antidote to the tempo- snow and true winter, there is rary loss of your garden. The little doubt in anyone’s mind basket contains a garden tool that this winter will soon feel set, gloves, a watering can, a endless and it might become guide to New England gar- hard to fight North Country dening, notecards and a $50 winter ennui. Fortunately, the gift certificate to Dutch North Conway Public Library Bloemen Winkel. is preparing to step into the These baskets are valued breach and rescue you from between $110 and $140, but the perils of cold, dark bore- could be yours through the dom with the aptly named Cabin Fever Raffle for under a Cabin Fever Raffle! dollar. Raffle tickets will be 3 NCPL has three baskets of tickets for $2, 7 tickets for $5, blah-fighting goodies just or, for the best deal—an arm waiting for you to win one of certificate for a haircut at Root length of tickets for only $10. them. For those who want to Cellar, chocolates, and, of The drawing will be held sink in and savor the cozy course, a book so your brain March 30th, but come by the goodness of long winter days won’t atrophy with all that library soon to check out the and nights, there is the “Sit By this basket is a gift certificate down and do you best to per- relaxation. baskets on display, get your the Fire Basket” which con- for a homemade apple pie, to sonally escape the discontent Perhaps you view the winter tickets, and try your luck. tains 2 large mugs, a variety of be baked by Kearsarge Pie of winter, the “Spa Basket” as a fallow time to prepare for Contact the North Conway cocoas, teas, coffees, marsh- Company’s own Cathy might be more your cup of spring. If you are busily root- Public Library at 603-356- mallows, scones, cookies, Dowling. All you’ll need is a tea. This relaxing basket con- ing through your seed catalogs 2961 or bring us your ques- chocolates and, a good book fire to sit by, and maybe your tains soap, bath salts, shower in the dead of winter and tions in person to the library to read while cozying up with bunny slippers. gels, lotions, loofah massager, dreaming of compost, the on Main Street in North the fire. Perhaps best of all in If you prefer to hunker manicure supplies, $35 gift “Garden Basket” might be the Conway Village. Good luck! Check out a Nook or Kindle at the North Conway Library! Library patrons asked, and ers – and many of you have Stop in and we’ll arrange that the North Conway Public requested them! for you. Library has answered: E-read- More than 30 titles are pre- The North Conway Public ers are here! loaded on each device, includ- Library, located in the heart of The library is one of the ing fiction, non-fiction, and the Village at 2719 Main St., is first in the Mount young-adult. a privately funded library that Washington Valley area to This is the second state-of- does not receive tax revenues offer e-readers to check out the-art reading service the from local, state, or federal and take home for a while. North Conway Public Library governments. The library Available are a KINDLE by is offering its patrons: Two relies on donations and fund- Amazon and two NOOKS by years ago the library became a raising events throughout the Barnes & Noble – one consortium member for year to provide state-of-the- NOOK TOUCH with a downloadable books from art devices like e-readers. touch screen and a first gener- www.OverDrive.com. All you Hours are noon to 5 p.m. on ation NOOK. need is a library card and an Mondays, Tuesdays, and Patrons can check them out access number for this 24/7 Fridays; noon to 6 p.m. on at no charge though there is a service and you can download Wednesdays and written agreement to be audio books and e-books at Thursdays.For more informa- signed. Because of the high home on your own computer tion about e-readers and demand for the devices, the for free and transfer them to downloadable books, please library will rent them out for your MP3-player, iPod, iPad, visit the library's website at two weeks only. We want to or e-reader like the Kindle, www.northconwaylibrary.com Library patron Alfred Famiglietti from the North Country Animal Hospital give as many patrons as possi- Nook, Sony, or Kobo. Don’t or call 603-356-2961. is testing the library's Kindle ble a chance to use our e-read- have an access number yet? The Newest Hot Spot In The Valley

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Smith The Mountain Ear sat down Joshua Spaulding with the McGrath family to learn hear how they came to the Valley, became a part of CONTRIBUTING the community and opened a PHOTOGRAPHERS new restaurant, now famous Rachael Brown for Seammus’ pot roast, casual Dennis Coughlin fine dining, local entertain- Photo by Rachael Brown Dick Pollock ment and lots of conversation. Jim, Mary Ellen and Seammus McGrath are very pleased with how business has been in the Valley. “Mary Ellen and I met at a Steven D. Smith ski club here, bought a condo Mountain,” he adds. mer and was Kori Sandman thirty years ago when Seammus learned by doing surprised to Joshua Spaulding Seammus was a year old,” says and by living. You see he also find how hot Jim McGrath, who also owns lived with the head chef at the the pot roast Wildcat Tavern. “If you are was. “I never EDITORIAL DESIGN a business in Manchester and not learning something every thought it Marcy Greene is an accountant. “Our entire social life is here in the day, then you are not living, it would be pot Valley,” he adds. is my goal to learn something roast. We can DISTRIBUTION Mary Ellen who is a school new everyday,” says Seammus. never take it Bill Collins principal in Peabody, MA, Seammus was well known at off the menu,” John Myers where the coupe also lives, the Shovel Handle Pub. After he says. But establishing a reputation as a there really Darlene Westfall feels part of the Valley. “Every Friday after work we head up. fine chef another prospect wouldn’t be a Tina Lamy We feel a part of the Valley, it arose. The building where reason to. McGrath’s is now went up for Mary Ellen The Mt. Washington Valley MOUN- is our second home,” says TAIN EAR is published on Thursdays Mary Ellen. auction. Jim and Mary Ellen tells about her as an independent newspaper by Salmon The same is for Seammus, saw an opportunity. friend that Press. The publication is printed 51 who has made the Valley his “We thought what a great drives three weeks each year and is distributed from home since 1999, like his par- opportunity for Seammus. He hours to savor Ossipee to Gorham, New Hampshire, ents came up north every was so successful at the Shovel Seammus’ pot roast. fans and also in Fryeburg and western in two weeks and when we hit Oxford County, Maine. weekend. He participated in Handle. Here is a golden “My favorite way of cooking The MOUNTAIN EAR office us locat- the Junior Mountaineer pro- opportunity to have him it is braising and braising and five hundred we will have ed at 24 Reporter Court in North gram at Attitash Mountain showcase and to do what he braising. It cooks for eight more giveaways,” says Conway,, New Hampshire. Please wants to do in life,” says Mary hours, browning and slowly Seammus. direct all correspondence to: the Resort. “I loved the area so much, Friday night we’d come Ellen. “He really does know layering flavors. I use a forty Speaking of giveaways, it’s Mountain Ear, P.O. Box 1890, North about those dreads…. Conway, N.H. 03860 up and leave on Sunday. what he is doing,” adds Jim. to fifty pound bottom roast, The telephone number to call for gen- Monday morning at school, “I have always loved cook- add celery, carrots, onions, On March 27th, Seammus eral information and display advertising I’d be counting the days to ing. I learn by trial and error, I deglaze with red wine, put in a will be cutting off his dread- is 603-447-6336. watch cooking shows, put in 275 degree oven,” he explains. locks, “I am ready, I have been Classified advertising call 877-766-6891. Friday,” says Seammus who also taught skiing at Attitash. my own flair. I love being cre- Seammus says he takes it out sitting on them for 10 years. The Fax number is 603-447-5474. There will be a big benefit, a Ear on Web: Seammus logged many ative and trying something of the oven with a huge, huge newhampshirelakesandmountains.com hours of restaurant experience new,” says Seammus. spatula so it doesn’t disinte- silent auction, 50/50 raffle, a E-mail: for news earnews@salmonpr- The McGrath’s bought the grate. “You’ll may never eat chance to guess how much the ess.com or earsales@salmonpress. in the Valley before owning his own business. “I have building at auction and had your grandmother’s pot roast dreadlocks weigh, the pro- com for ad material ceeds being donated to Jen’s The yearly bulk mail subscription rate is chopped tons and tons of their work cut out for them. again,” he adds. $35 and is payable in advance. tomatoes and onions and “There was a lot of repair Guest can dine on Friends. “I like to do things to trained under different chefs,” work. Everything was gone,” Seammus’ fare which he give back to the community,” ADVERTISING DEADLINES says Seammus. Advertising insertion orders must be he says. He wanted to learn says Jim of the building, which describes as casual fine dining, placed one week in advance of publication everything. “I was like was a former restaurant. not pretentious, listen to local He likes to make people date, and advertising copy must be sponge.” “Some things were stripped bands on select nights, enjoy happy too. “I want to make received in our office by Monday at 5 p.m. Seammus worked at the out,” adds Mary Ellen. Mountain Meister specials please everyone. Obviously cooking is my passion, and I LETTERS POLICY Restaurant at Attitash, at The family opened the this ski season, with beer and get pleasure from making peo- The Mountain Ear welcomes Letters to the Attitash Mountain Resort, restaurant, softy on June 23rd. appetizer specials, too. Editor pertaining to local community then for Nicky I when the They were surprised. “The The Mc Grath’s use their ple happy,” says Seammus. issues. All correspondence should be “You beam,” says his moth- signed, include a return address, and be restaurant came Nicky I’s. day before I told ten people Facebook page to get the addressed to P.O. Box 1890, North “Nicky I said, why don’t you and the word got out. No one word out, along with local er. Conway, N.H. 03860. faxed to (603) 447- work for me, I worked the knew we were open. We didn’t advertising. Jim says he is For more information visit: 5474 or e-mailed to McGrath’s Tavern NH on [email protected]. All letters front and then the back of the think it would be too busy, but working on their web site. should be received prior to publication and house. I was at the Thompson we were packed,” says “With Facebook you can Facebook, or stop by 3465 The be no longer than 300 words. House, the Wildcat Tavern Seammus smiling. pop right on there, real quick White Mountain Highway, Mountain Ear reserves the right to edit let- North Conway, 603-733- ters for length and clarity and to not pub- and most recently the Shovel Seammus put out a sam- and make changes, it’s instan- lish letters deemed unsuitable. Handle Pub at Black pling from the menu this sum- taneous. We hit two hundred 5955.

Page 4 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley News Critter Corner February 2nd Eggs & Issues - POSTPONED Please be advised, we have will be re-scheduled for April Administrative Assistant postponed this month's Eggs & 5th, 2012 - details to Mt. Washington Valley Issues presentation scheduled follow!Sorry for any inconven- Economic Council for Thursday, February 2nd. ience this may have caused. 603.447.6622 '2012 Investment Outlook' Sincerely, Betty Newton Public informational meeting on Draft Recommendations for NH State Rail Plan Public informational meeting make comments on the future of 5th, 6-8pm in the Nashua City on Draft Recommendations for freight and passenger rail in Hall Auditorium, 229 Main NH State Rail Plan: Should rail New Hampshire: Wednesday, Street, Nashua; Thursday, play a role in New Hampshire's February 29th, 6-8pm in the March 8th, 6-8pm in the Berlin transportation network? Come Portsmouth City Hall Council City Hall Auditorium, 168 Main to any of the three following Chambers, 1 Junkins Ave., St., Berlin. meetings to ask questions and Portsmouth; Monday, March Roxy is seeking a lap to warm VA Medical center invites community to “salute veterans” Do you love Maine Coon cats? If so, you will love Roxy! The Manchester VA our Veterans.” said. “Visitors are often sur- She has a beautiful long and fluffy brown and white tabby Medical Center would like to Levenson said this event prised at how varied our vol- coat with white stockings. She is a calm and very friendly invite the public to attend the gives us the opportunity to unteer opportunities are.” cat who came to the Conway shelter as a stray. She loves National Salute to Veteran inform and educate not only Citizens, young and old, to be held and could make a wonderful lap cat, and she has Patients Open House sched- Veterans but veteran care- are once again sending the cutest little face! Roxy likes other cats and enjoys uled for Tuesday, February givers, family members, and Valentine’s Day cards and let- attention. Please come to the Animal Rescue League - 14, 2012 from 2:00pm to other healthcare providers ters to VA medical centers North to meet this little love bug! Conway Shelter 223 E 4:00pm. about enrollment benefits. simply addressed “Dear Main St Conway NH 603 447 5606 conwayshelter.com "The National Salute to He hopes visitors will also Veteran.” Levenson said they Veteran Patients gives every- learn more about the impor- are being distributed to veter- one a chance to let those who tant roles volunteers play at ans throughout the medical have given so much to our the medical center through- center. nation know that they are not out the year and perhaps pur- If you would like more forgotten," said VA Medical sue volunteer opportunities. information about the Salute Center Director Dr. Marc "Our medical center’s 340 to Veteran Patients Open Levenson, "We're inviting volunteers are an important House or events planned for local dignitaries, Veterans, part of our health care team this week, call the Voluntary elected officials, service offi- and the National Salute pro- Service office, 603-624-4366, cers and other groups to visit gram is a great way for people extension 6419 or 6422. and learn about services avail- to learn more about helping able to our Veterans and to the Veterans we serve here at bring Valentine’s Day cheer to the medical center, Levenson • SMARTWOOL TOPS, BOTTOMS AND SOCKS • MAUI JIM SUNGLASSES • 200+ HATS • S S AL LE O O

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Photo Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Wright Realty From right: Antonella Bliss, Lindsey Maihos, Lorraine Seibel, Rose Robinson. Lorraine Seibel joins Coldwell Banker Wright Realty CONWAY, NH— Lorraine selling process. "It's an honor Seibel has recently joined to work with people, and pro- Coldwell Banker Wright vide the best service I can. I Realty. Antonella Bliss, Lindsey enjoy taking all the stress out of Photo by Lisa DuFault Maihos and Rose Robinson, the transaction and bringing Newly crowned Mount Washington Valley Ms., Christina Howe (center) presents a check for $500.00 to owner/brokers of the firm, say them through to a smooth clos- Mark DeLancey (l) and Ken Martin (r) of her sponsoring organization, M&D Productions. The Valley Ms. they're very happy to have ing." Pageant was held on Saturday, January 21st and a fund-raising event for local non-profit groups. Seibel on board. "Lorraine is an "Our business increased sub- Presented by Mount Washington Valley Promotions, 8 organizations were represented. established professional with stantially last year," says Rose extensive experience and quali- Robinson, one of the principals fications," noted Lindsey of Coldwell Banker Wright Maihos. "She is a dedicated Realty. "We're definitely excit- To the Members of the Jackson Historical Society Realtor® providing exception- ed to have a broker of Janet Green who was one of is P.0. Box 186 Jackson, NH history.org . We will print al services to buyers and sellers Lorraine's caliber representing the Founders of the Society, 03846 them out and deliver a copy to in the Mount Washington our clients." and our first President, will be Janet doesn't have e-mail so Janet. I am hoping for a large Valley." Lorraine Seibel can be age 90 years on Sunday instead you can e-mail a mes- response.Thank you - Warren Seibel has been a Realtor® reached by phone at (603) 986- February 19, 2012. If you sage of your good wishes to Schomaker since 1986, and became a bro- 9057 (cell), (603) 447-2117 ext. wish to send a card her address the Society at info@jackson- ker in 1996. She is active with 301 (office), or email the White Mountain Board of [email protected]. Realtors®, and has held many Coldwell Banker Wright offices, including President in Realty is a full service real estate 2007. Lorraine Seibel has also brokerage representing buyers served on the professional and sellers in both New development committee with Hampshire and Maine for the New Hampshire more than thirty years. The Association of Realtors®. company is located at 481 Seibel was also Realtor® of the White Mountain Highway (Rt year at the White Mountain 16) in Conway, NH, just north Board of Realtors® in 2008. of the TechVillage. For more As a qualified Accredited information visit Buyer Representative (ABR), www.WrightRealty.com, Seibel has worked with genera- email:[email protected], tions of the same families or call (603) 447-2117. through both the buying and

Page 6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Foks & Focus Pythagorean Lodge announces new lodge officers for 2012 on Jan 16, 2012

Bill Perry Tim Osgood John Charles getting his 50-year service medal. John is a past master of the lodge and has Lodge Officers, from left to right. Jim Hill (Junior Steward), Justin Hawes (Senior Steward), served in almost every chair. John was presented his 50-year medal by his 3 sons and RWD- David Charles (Junior Warden), Rob Newton (Treasurer), Charlie Gilman (Master), Stacy DGM Bob Daigle; the 4 family members total over 117 years of Masonic service Left to Ballard (Organist), Eric Bloomberg (Senior Warden), Bill Perry (Secretary), Dave Dunham Right. Bob Daigle, Danny Charles, Dana Charles, David Charles, John Charles, Charlie (Junior Deacon), John Charles (Senior Deacon) The Lodge meets every 3rd Monday of the Gilman. month except July and August. MWV Kiwanis MWV Kiwanis, Intervale NH, host new member inductions in January 2012 Kiwanis of Mount Washington Valley is the local club of Kiwanis International, a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. At recent meetings of the Kiwanis Club of Mount Washington Valley, several mem- bers were inducted into the growing local Membership co-chair Tim George, member and sponsor New members Eric Dziedzic and Don Whitelaw, their sponsor, mem- organization. The new members will bring Marie Lee, new members Nancy and Bobby Marquis and bership chair Dick Check, new member Diane Gamache and her enthusiasm and experience to an already President Elect Jack Lee. sponsor, member Norm Gamache. successful group of volunteers. Attitash Realty

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Page 8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 On the Rockpile Much needed and unexpectedly significant snowfall Brian Clark Weather Observer and Education Specialist

This past week began with some much needed and some- what unexpectedly significant snowfall. Light snow began Monday night and persisted throughout the day on Tuesday. Initially, only an inch or two of snow as expected, but in the end, just over 4 inches was measured as the bulk of the snow pulled away. Unfortunately, as has often been the case this winter, fresh snowfall was quickly followed by warmer temperatures and mixed precipitation. Although the temperature never got above freezing on the summit on Wednesday, some freezing rain did come down before temperatures fell yet again Wednesday night. Snow then returned in the form of some upslope, lasting into Thursday morning and amounting to several more inches of meas- ured snow. Photo courtesy of the Mt Washington Observatory Thankfully, the rest of the Impressive lenticular clouds were abundant east of the mountain on Friday, February 3. week turned out to be rather seasonable as far as tempera- direction. Of course, this wind tively mild and sometimes tures are concerned, and at loading is a good thing for depressing winter, depending least a little bit of snowfall was those that like to ski on the on your perspective of things, measured each day as well. mountain! simply keeping what snow we Although the small snowfall Looking ahead to the com- have right now feels like a big amounts we recorded don't ing week, the weather pattern victory! seem very significant, they do looks to be very quiet. At the start to add up over time. Also, same time, temperatures even just half an inch of meas- should remain rather close to WEATHER ured snow can create signifi- seasonable, so although it is cant wind loading in the not likely that we will pick up MT. WASHINGTON snowfields, ravines, and gullies much new snow in the short OBSERVATORY around the mountain given term, we won't see any snow disappearing. During a rela- Compiled by winds of the proper speed and Observatory Staff Date High Low Prec. Snow 30-Jan 9 -5 0.05 1.2 31-Jan 27 -4 0.31 3.4 1-Feb 30 15 0.63 3.0 2-Feb 18 3 0.05 0.5 3-Feb 7 -2 0.05 0.7 4-Feb 6 -3 0.06 1.2 5-Feb 7 -2 0.04 0.4

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BIRTHS a lifelong resident of Conway. McDonald of Conway; two Belluche. Before his illness became too brothers, Daniel Bell and Mr. Belluche was a 40-year Bentley Reed Vartanian much for him to work he was a Raymond Waterhouse, both of employee of Verizon, formerly Bentley Reed Vartanian was well-known builder in the val- Conway; three nieces Phoenix New England Bell, as well as a born to Laura E Vartanian and ley, which he always took great Bell, April Waterhouse, Rachel veteran and member of Thomas H Vartanian Jr. on pride in. He was a kind-hearted Waterhouse and a grandniece American Legion Post 95 of Wednesday, February 1, 2012 person who loved being around Avery Whittum. Jason was pre- North Conway. Paul was very at 3:10 pm. The 6 lb. 6 oz. friends and family. Jason was a deceased by his stepfather, Fred active in the communities of baby boy was delivered at very giving person that would McDonald. Dunstable and Jackson and was Memorial Hospital, North help anyone if he could. He was There will be no calling an active member in the Conway NH. a great friend and even better hours or service. Jason’s wishes church, Our Lady of the Paul Thomas Belluche Maternal grandparents are father who loved his children are to have a private gathering Mountains. Donna Cormier of Center and would do anything for with his family this spring. He is survived by his wife of will be Celebrated Thursday Conway NH and Robert them. Jason was well known for The Furber and White 47 years, Patricia (Davock) February 9, 2012 at 11 a.m. in Holtby of Denmark ME. his sense of humor and his Funeral Home in North Belluche of Jackson; three Our Lady of the Mountains Paternal grandparents are quick wit. He could always get Conway is in charge of daughters, Maura Furtado and Church in North Conway. Lorraine Vartanian of a room full of people laughing arrangements. her husband David of There will be no visiting hours. Woonsocket RI and Thomas H and would keep them laughing. Windham, Kathleen Belluche In lieu of flowers, please Vartanian Sr. of Otisfield MEof Jason will be deeply missed by Paul Thomas Belluche of South Weymouth, MA and send donations to the Conway. all that knew him. Paul Thomas Belluche, 73, Amy Belluche of East Boston, Wounded Warrior Project DEATHS He is survived by three chil- of Jackson, New Hampshire, MA; five grandchildren, (www.woundedwarriorpro- dren, Daniel Waterhouse of formerly of Dunstable, Thomas, Margaret, Patrick and ject.org). This was one of the Jason K. Waterhouse Fryeburg, ME, Miranda Massachusetts, died unexpect- Brendon Furtado and Meghan causes that Paul held dear to his Jason K. Waterhouse, 51, Waterhouse and Madison edly at the Memorial Hospital Childress and a cousin, Phil heart (that and politics). passed away peacefully on Waterhouse both of North in North Conway on February Burn and family of Maryland. The Furber and White January 25, 2012, after a long Conway; his father Raymond 1, 2012. Paul was born in He will be sorely missed by all Funeral Home in North illness. He was born August 10, Waterhouse of Woodbine, GA Malden, Massachusetts the son who were blessed to know him. Conway is in charge of 1960 in North Conway and was and his mother, Phebe of Joanne L. and Paul E. A Mass of Christian Burial arrangements. Freedom News

the death of Bill Plunges. His go toward supporting the tion. Freedom Market is very will include the ‘imposition of The memorial services was held at Eastern Slope Ski Club. There proud to carry their product ashes’. A little history about the the First Christian Church of will also be a 50/50 raffle. and look forward to seeing use of ashes in the service. This ‘FREEDOM Freedom this Tuesday, Feb. 7 at This Friday, Feb. 10, those of drinking age at our practice is not Biblical, 2 p.m. followed by a gathering Freedom Market will be host- store from 4-6 p.m. We will although the use of ashes and at the Town Hall after the serv- ing Mead tasting from the guys also have samples of our pizza sackcloth is a common sign in COLUMN’ ice. at Sap House Meadery in available for those who have the Old Testament for repen- By Lisa Wheeler Come support the ESSC and Center Ossipee. Sap House never tried it. Be sure to stop in! tance. It began to be observed [email protected] enjoy delicious Flatbread’s pizza Meadery is a small producer of Don’t forget to take your by the Roman Catholic at their fundraiser dinner on hand-crafted meads (honey honey to an elegant brunch at Church, which was the prede- Freedom was deeply sad- Thursday, Feb. 9 from 4-close. wine). They are growing in size the ParSem on Saturday, Feb. cessor of ours, in the sixth cen- dened this past week to learn of A portion of all dinner sales will and expanding their distribu- 11 from 9:30-12:30. Price is tury, well before the Protestant $12 for adults, $5 for children Reformation. So, this is includ- 10 and under. Call Freedom’s ed in our history. The distribu- Jan Smith at 539-5233 The tion is meant to remind us of public is invited from 9 a.m. to our mortality and calls us to noon on Saturday, Feb. 11 for repentance. The words – an Open House at the Freedom "Remember that you are dust, Municipal Building at 218 and to dust you shall return" – Village Road. Light refresh- are taken from Genesis 3:19. It ments will be served. is an optional ritual, and if you After your visit on Saturday don’t feel comfortable receiv- to the new safety building, stop ing, it should not be utilized. by the Freedom Village Store However, for some, it is mean- for hot soup and tacos. Before ingful and we hope you’ll come. you leave, don’t forget to buy As with every service, it your Valentine’s Day card and depends on the weather. All are maybe a present for that special welcome. someone in your life. Winner The library would like to of last weeks 50/50 was Tom build up their book sale inven- Luke. tory of picture books and chap- Delicious brunch served by ter books. Please consider the Masons at the Masonic donating books your children Temple across from Abbott’s have outgrown or no longer and Staples on Rt. 25 on want. We also accept donations Sunday, Feb. 12 from 7:30-11 of adult fiction and nonfiction, a.m. Cost is $10 and monies DVD's, and books on CD. We support local charities. cannot accept VHS movies, Library news: There will be a books on cassette, nonfiction showing of 'Midnight in Paris’ with outdated info, or books in on Sunday, Feb. 12at 4 p.m. poor condition. The library is Freed popcorn and admission. planning to hire a library school Stay after the show for a light student to help with the chil- supper of soup and bread. Very dren's program this summer popular! from mid-June to mid-August. You’re gonna love this! Come The Friends of the Library will to the Freedom Town Hall on be providing funds for an Tuesday, 2/14 from 6-8 p.m. for hourly wage. We are also hop- a live show. This program is for ing to be able to offer the intern all ages. There will be a dona- a place to stay. Do you have tion taken at the door to bene- extra room in your house and fit the Food Pantry. To learn heart? We would like to write more go to solosaloon.com. the job announcement soon, so Sounds like a good time! if you think maybe this is some- This year First Christian thing you'd consider, please call Church is planning to have an Elizabeth Rhymer at 539-5176 Ash Wednesday service on asap to discuss. Many thanks. Wednesday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. It

Page 10 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Education Josiah Bartlett Elementary School Spelling Bee The annual Josiah Bartlett Elementary School Spelling Bee was held on Friday, January 13th. Seventy-five students participated from grades 5-8, and after round one, there were still had 45 students competing! The two finalists went back and forth for only a short time, as both were excellent spellers. This event has been held at our school for over 25 years. Our winner this year was Logan Hagerty (grade 7) our school in Plymouth in more than 10 million stu- from Jackson, and first run- March at the Area Bee. dents at the local level. The ner up was Kyleigh Smith Our purpose is to help stu- National Bee has been shown (grade 7) from Bartlett. The dents improve their spelling, on ESPN for over 15 years. winning word was “literati” increase their vocabularies, Since 2006, the final rounds and in case you're not famil- learn concepts, and develop are also aired on ABC during iar with the word, it means: correct English usage that prime time, reflecting the The educated class; or people will help them all their lives. increased popularity of the interested in literature or the The 2012 Scripps National competition. arts. Logan will represent Spelling Bee will involve

Photo by Gail Yalenezian Award recipients Rachel and Esmae, above them hangs Esmae's work NH Scholastic Art Awards recipients at Josiah Bartlett Elementary School

Seventh grade art students Submissions are juried by Esmae Doucette and Rachel luminaries in the visual and Yalenezian from the Josiah literary arts, some of whom Bartlett Elementary School are past award recipients. were honored at an awards Panelists look for works that ceremony at Pinkerton best exemplify originality, Academy on Saturday, technical skill and the emer- February 4th as honorable gence of a personal voice or mention recipients of NH vision. Scholastic Art Awards. Rachel To date, the Awards have was recognized for her print- encouraged over 13 million making, and Esmae for her students, recognized more collage work. than 9 million young artists The Scholastic Art & and writers, and made avail- Writing Awards have an able more than $25 million in impressive legacy dating back- awards and scholarships. They to 1923 and a noteworthy ros- continue to be the longest- ter of past winners including running, most prestigious Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, recognition program for cre- Truman Capote, Richard ative teens in the U.S., and the Avedon, Robert Redford and largest source of scholarships Joyce Carol Oates. for young artists and writers. The Awards are an impor- Rachel and Esmae were tant opportunity for students among the youngest award to be recognized for their cre- winners, and their work was ative talents. Each year, the displayed among hundreds of Alliance partners with more gifted students in grade 7-12 than100 visual and literary- from across the state of NH. arts focused organizations Art teacher June McLeavey of across the country to bring the Bartlett School is certain The Awards to local commu- that both girls have all it takes nities. Teens in grades 7 to pursue a career in the arts, through 12 can apply in 28 and she is delighted that they categories of art and writing were recognized for their out- for the chance to earn scholar- standing talent through such a ships and have their works prestigious program. exhibited or published.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 11 Valley Education LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION Attention seniors: Dollars for Scholars applications for 2012 Now Available If you are a High School ndex.html. Armstrong Dance Scholarship, with the application to see if you 646, Conway, NH 03818. Senior or post graduate student In addition to the general The Bed and Breakfasts in qualify for any of these special Remember only completed, already enrolled in college, funds raised and awarded by MWV, Project Prom, and scholarships and mark accord- signed applications will be con- applications are now available. local Dollars for Scholars board Memorial Hospital Volunteers, ingly. sidered and you should include To be eligible, you must be or members, there are numerous Gibson/Woodbury Charitable Meeting all deadline dates and the SAR from your FAFSA plan to be a full time student in special scholarships given to stu- Foundation, Kendall C and enclosing all of the critical infor- information. Please do not 2012; and be a resident of one of dents pursuing specific courses Anna Ham Charitable mation is crucial. include any extra information the towns served by Kennett for studies. These additional Foundation, Robert and This year the deadline date is other than that required on the High School or Fryeburg awards are funded by local busi- Dorothy Goldberg Foundation MARCH 31, 2012. Completed application, as it will be disre- Academy (towns within SAU 9 nesses and civic groups who have and the Pequawket Foundation. applications should be mailed to: garded. or 13, and SAD 72). partnered with Dollars for Be sure to check the list enclosed Dollars for Scholars, PO Box Applications may be found at FA Scholars. Among these many and KHS Guidance offices, organizations and businesses are: Granite State College, local Freedom Beach Club, Knights 2012 Kohl’s Cares® Scholarship Program libraries, by contacting Marilyn of Columbus, Pete’s Restaurant Smith 603 323 8718 (email Supply, Conway Education Kohl’s Department Stores made a positive impact on profit organization on each [email protected]) or on the Association, Conway will be accepting nominations their communities. national winner’s behalf. Dollars for Scholars website: Elementary PTO, North for outstanding young volun- Two nominees from each of The Kohl’s Cares® http://dfsmwv.homestead.com/i Conway Rotary, Katie teers beginning next week for the more than 1,100 Kohl’s Scholarship Program is part of the 2012 Kohl’s Cares® stores nationwide will win a Kohl’s Cares®, Kohl’s philan- Scholarship Program. $50 Kohl’s gift card. thropic program focused on Nominations for kids ages six More than 200 of the store improving the lives of chil- to 18 will be accepted winners will win regional dren. Since the program February 1 – March 15 at scholarships worth $1,000 began in 2001, Kohl’s has rec- kohlskids.com, and nomina- toward post-secondary educa- ognized more than 15,000 tors must be 21 years or older. tion. kids with more than $3 mil- Through the program, Kohl’s Ten national winners will lion in scholarships and prizes. will award more than 2,200 be awarded a total of $10,000 To learn more about last year’s young volunteers more than in scholarships for post-sec- winners, visit kohlskids.com. $440,000 in scholarships and ondary education and Kohl’s FMI Erin Kelbe Kohl's Public prizes honoring kids who have will donate $1,000 to a non- Relations. 262-703-1061 The Mountain Garden Club Is Offering Alice T. Madden Scholarships The Mountain Garden Club and who reside in any of the entails, both for the club and our (MGC) is proud to announce towns served by SAU9, SAU13 scholarship recipients. that five $1,000 scholarships will or SAU72, are encouraged to The MGC is a 501(c) (3) non- be awarded for the 2012-2013 apply for this scholarship. profit organization that was academic year. The MGC Alice Please contact the Guidance established in 1973. It is a mem- T. Madden Scholarship pro- Office at your school or go to ber of the New Hampshire gram was established with the the MGC website (www.moun- Federation of Garden Clubs – intent of encouraging post-sec- taingardenclub.org) for the District 1 and the National ondary education in plant sci- application form and more Garden Clubs, Inc. – New ence disciplines, such as horti- detailed information. England Region. The club is culture, agriculture, forestry, Applications must be returned dedicated to promoting horti- environmental science, land to the MGC scholarship chair- cultural education, civic beauti- management and other related person postmarked by April 15, fication, and conservation fields of study. 2012. through volunteerism and Graduating high school sen- MGC’s Alice T. Madden friendship in the Mount iors who plan to enroll in any of Scholarship Program partnered Washington Valley. these “green” disciplines or with Dollars for Scholars of the FMI contact Deborah Bryant post-secondary students Mount Washington Valley in [email protected] presently pursuing a course of 2009. The club is pleased about www.mountaingardenclub.org instruction in these disciplines, the benefits that this partnership NHEC Dollars for Scholars now accepting applications for 2012 scholarships The New Hampshire hecdollarsforscholars, or by tax-deductible donations. For Electric Cooperative (NHEC) calling 1-800-698-2007. more information about the Chapter of Dollars for Applicants will be judged New Hampshire Electric Scholars is pleased to on work experience, activities Cooperative Chapter of announce that applications are and leadership contributions, Dollars for Scholars or to now being accepted for 2012 educational/career objectives, make a donation, please con- scholarships. In its 10th year, overall scholastic achieve- tact Audrey Goudie at the program will be offering ment; and a personal interview (603)536-8699 or at six $1,500 scholarships. conducted by the Awards [email protected]. The scholarships are avail- Committee. NHEC is a member-owned able to high school seniors, The deadline for applying electric distribution coopera- students returning to college, is Friday, March 30, 2012 at 4 tive serving 80,000 members and non-traditional students. p.m. All mailed applications in 115 New Hampshire com- One scholarship will be must be postmarked by this munities. Scholarship funding reserved for a student entering date. Otherwise, they may be is provided by the NHEC a vocational or technical insti- turned in at NHEC headquar- Foundation, a non-profit tution. All applicants must be ters in Plymouth by 4 p.m., 501(c)(3) fund that receives a Co-op member, or a legal March 30, 2012. contributions from NHEC dependent of a Co-op mem- The NHEC Chapter of members who agree to have ber. Complete details and Dollars for Scholars hopes to their monthly electric bill applications are available expand the number and dollar rounded up to the next dollar online at value of scholarships awarded with the proceeds benefitting www.nhec.com/community_n in the future and welcomes the Foundation.

Page 12 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Education This Month at Madison Elementary By Ali Janowicz

The month of January was packed full of fun and exciting events and activities here at Madison Elementary. As a result of collecting “Box Tops” for education, the Student Council used money earned to purchase reusable cups for water in the lunch- room. This helped save money that would have other- wise been spent on the cups while also promoting a healthy environment. Box Tops are included as part of the packaging for many household and food items, and 5th graders working on structure they are redeemed biannually to earn money for our school. We encourage anyone and everyone connected to Madison Elementary to help us by collecting Box Tops and submitting them in person or via the mail. During Health and Guidance time, the fourth and fifth grades are participating in an eight week program in conjunction with Starting Point to promote healthy rela- tionships and prevent bully- ing. Students have enjoyed working with Starting Point representative Tessa Narducci to explore how our interper- sonal relationships impact our lives. We look forward to hav- ing Tessa work in other grade levels at different points in this year. In the sixth grade, students have been studying the human 6th graders doing ladder work body, including the nervous system, the muscular system Mustang Academy is currently Students in grades 4 and 5 and the skeletal system. seeking members to join their along with Mustang Academy Students have enjoyed learn- Advisory board to help create students worked with Mark ing about all of the intricate a sustainability plan in building pieces that combined ways in which the body func- response to an anticipated to form the wooden outdoor tions. Additionally, sixth reduction in federal funding. structure you can now see in graders participated in the Mark your calendars for front of the school. This walk Ancient Civilizations Fair, Tuesday, March 13th, when through structure will be a where they shared group proj- Mustang Academy will hold a centerpiece for the butterfly ects on different civilizations fundraiser at Flatbread! garden that students and staff with interactive games, This month, as part of our are developing. Students in posters, PowerPoint presenta- “Go Green” theme for the grades K-3 worked on making tions, and visual aids. All year, Madison Elementary the fabric for "wishing flags" grade levels visited, along with hosted an Artist in Residence that now adorn the structure. staff members, parents, and project. Master woodworker, They listened to a magical community members. It was sculptor, multimedia artist, story about hope, wishes and an impressive display of their and an experienced teaching believing in the human spirit; new found knowledge. artist on the NH State then they dyed fabric, printed In our Mustang Academy Council on the Arts, Mark stamps on the fabric, and before-and-after school pro- Ragonese spent three school finally added their written gram, students finished up days working with every class- wishes. Every student in the their second quarter activities room on several connected school had the opportunity to and are looking forward to projects. write their own wishes on doing music, pottery, science, Sixth graders were able to flags, thinking about heartfelt using the climbing wall, doing have sessions with Mark, cre- wishes for themselves, family community service, physical ating a “legacy” artwork that and friends, and even for the education, technology and will inspire current and future whole world. crafts as we move into quarter MES students. They con- All Madison Elementary three. To date, the program structed a series of wooden School students felt the has served 145 students since ladders made from natural excitement and magic of July 1st including students saplings. As they worked, they working with this artist on a from Freedom and Tamworth considered the metaphor of meaningful community art- who participated in the sum- ladders, brainstorming “steps” work. Thank you to The Arts mer program. In this school or stages in life, in learning, in Alliance of Northern New year, over 50% of our student a daily routine, that can build Hampshire for helping to population (87 students), have to attain a life goal. Students make this project possible. participated in one or more will now work on designing, We look forward to another enrichment activities through painting, and installing the wonderful month here in Mustang Academy. The New ladders inside the school Madison as we enter February. Hampshire Department of building, as a group gift to the We appreciate the continued Education 21st Century school. In their second ses- support of our community as Community Learning Center sion, 6th graders built on their we work each day to enhance Grant designated the program mortise and tenon training, the lives of Madison students as a “High Quality making individual wooden and prepare them to be con- Afterschool Program.” mallets. tributing members of society. The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 13 Valley Education White Mountain National Forest Sciences in middle school Junior Snow Ranger Event to be In adolescence, the stu- are as much a mystery to What caused the phenome- dent’s center of gravity shifts themselves as to the adults non? Where did the comple- held Friday, February 10 from pictorial thinking to around them. mentary color come from? (This event was originally One of the highlights of the abstract thinking. This so How does Waldorf educa- What is the quality of the scheduled for January, but was day will be a demonstration by called “birth of the intellect” tion seek to guide the adoles- colored shadow as compared postponed due to weather) Cutler the Forest Service allows the young person to cent through this tumultuous with the other visible shad- On February 10 White Avalanche Rescue Dog. Skiers begin to form independent time? It is the sciences that ow? Mountain National Forest at Loon Mountain in Lincoln, opinions based on the experi- offer the best foundation “In this process, the stu- Rangers will take to the slopes NH will have the opportunity ences of life. A great interest from which the emerging dents’ thinking is active. of Loon Mountain, Bretton to meet Cutler, and watch in facts about the world thought life can grow. They arrive at the concepts Woods and Great Glen to Cutler and Snow Ranger Chris emerges; a youngster wants Certainly all the subjects by thinking about what they share the new Junior Snow Joosen demonstrate how to read the newspaper, listen offered support the student’s have observed. The students Ranger Activity booklet with Cutler locates avalanche vic- to the news and discuss what developmental phase appro- discover what a Cavendish or local school children. Due to tims. they hear. Intellectual chal- priately, but it is with the a Priestley discovered first, school cancellations in late Junior Snow Ranger activity lenges become fascinating youngster’s first introduction but the discovery and the January the program was post- books will be available at all and a wide range of interests to biology, physics, chem- concept are now theirs, not poned. National Forest visitor centers, arises. istry, mineralogy, astronomy, something that has been The activity book is contact stations, the White However, this newly human physiology and mete- given them. This ability to designed for elementary school Mountain National Forest formed intellect lacks dis- orology in the middle school think actively and creatively children, particularly 4th and website www.fs.fed.us/r9/white crimination and often the program that this new capac- and to base one’s thinking on 5th graders. Both outdoor and and the Learn to Ski and worldview a student forms is ity can truly blossom, while observed phenomena will be indoor activities are included in Snowboard website at based on simply repeating simultaneously providing of use throughout their lives. this colorful publication. http://www.skiandsnowboard- statements made by others - ballast for the youngsters It will serve them whenever Topics include: personal safety, month.org/ adults, peers, and the media – being buffeted by the winds they encounter a problem, wildlife, winter ecology, snow The US Forest Service with no ability to discern of adolescence. scientific or nonscientific, science, and recreation. The Junior Snow Ranger program whether they are actually The Waldorf approach to that requires discrimination.” role of a Forest Service snow mission is to inspire youth to true. They attempt to make science is different from that Thanks to David Mitchell ranger, the use of rescue dogs, embrace a life-long relationship sense of the world with half- used in mainstream schools. for his description of the and the continued importance with the winter environment truths and undigested facts There the teacher typically demonstration. of wildfire prevention during and to become stewards of the and thus their dogmatic presents a hypothesis of cause In our highly technical cul- the winter are highlighted in land. statements often do not hold and effect, and the students ture, learning to believe and the book. After completing the For more information visit up under questioning. carry out an experiment to trust our own senses is fun activities, children will the White Mountain National Still arguing is what the test the hypothesis. This becoming increasingly diffi- receive a card, a patch, a ban- Forest website at: adolescent does best! They method is linear and has pre- cult. Yet it is just this trust in dana and a certificate of com- www.fs.fed.us/r9/white love to express opinions and dictable results. The thinking themselves that adolescents pletion. though their opinion may involved is primarily a need to develop. By giving have been accepted on the process of data acquisition them the opportunity to flimsiest of authority, they and accessing. hone their powers of obser- Annual school wide art will permit no contradiction “In a Waldorf science class, vation and cultivate active of it. When challenged they students and teacher begin thinking, the science lesson festival at John Fuller School find it difficult to let go of an with the consideration of a can help balance the strong idea, no matter how phenomenon. For example, a feeling life of the early John Fuller School is hold- art works on display and lots absurd. Simultaneously the white light and a colored teenager without resorting to ing its annual school wide art of art activities and demon- young teen-ager is experienc- light are shined on an object any moralizing. Join the festival. The Festival will be strations. The evening is free ing feelings with greater at the same time but from White Mountain Waldorf held Wednesday, February 15, and open to all. Join the stu- intensity than ever before. different angles. The shadow School for a Walk through 2012 from 6:30 pm to 7:30pm. dents and faculty of the John Strange new sensations, from the white light is the the Grades, on the first The evening offers a night of Fuller School for this fun moods, and desires can over- complementary color of the Tuesday of every month, family fun with hundreds of night! whelm them, flooding in and colored light. The students from 8:00 to 9:30am to learn out like waves on the beach, observe carefully, internalize more. The next event organ- leaving the youngster con- their observations, and then ized by the school is a puppet New Hampshire teacher of the year fused and out of balance. As describe verbally or in writ- show at the Conway Library they oscillate between ing what they perceived with on February 11, from 11am The NH Department of skilled person from any state- extremes – aggressive one their senses. The class shares, to 11:30am. For more infor- Education (DOE) is accepting approved or accredited school, moment, lethargic the next, considers, and discusses the mation, call 603-447-3168 or nominations for the 2013 NH pre-kindergarten through grade indifferent one moment, various observations, then email info@whitemountain- Teacher of the Year. Anyone can twelve, who intends to continue hypersensitive the next – they tries to reach a conclusion. waldorf.org. nominate an outstanding in the teaching profession. teacher by simply contacting The purpose of the program Lori Temple, Teacher of the is to select a teacher who is wor- Year Coordinator at (603) 271- thy of speaking for and energiz- Calling all students; theater 6646 or ing the teaching profession, and [email protected] by representing the positive contri- opportunities with Advice to The Players February 17, 2012 or teachers butions of all teachers statewide may download an application at Every day a New Hampshire Do you love theater? tral part of our mission,” some great roles for stu- www.education.nh.gov/recogni- teacher makes a difference in the Advice To The Players is states Executive Director dents”. tion/toy.htm and submit it to life of a child. Every year the looking for high school stu- Rebecca Boyden. “They are Rehearsals begin on March the DOE no later than March NH Department of Education dents to participate in its fully integrated into our pro- 5 but there is special student 19, 2012. honors outstanding teachers upcoming production of fessional productions and are training available between A Teacher of the Year candi- who make their communities, William Shakespeare’s The treated with the same expec- February 21 and March 1. All date should be an exceptionally profession, and the world a bet- Merchant of Venice. An tations and respect as the rehearsals take place outside dedicated, knowledgeable, and ter place. informal Meet the Director adult participants. Last year school hours and the entire will be held at the Inter- we had nine students work- program is free to the stu- Lakes High School ing with us on Othello and it dents. Performances are Auditorium on Thursday, was a great experience for March 22 -25 at Inter-Lakes Student Dean’s List from February 16 from 2:30 to everyone.” High School and at M&D 4:30. Producer Becca Boyden Advice To the Players con- Productions in North and Director Caroline tinues this special opportuni- Conway. If you are interested UNH Manchester Nesbitt will be there to chat ty with The Merchant of but can’t make it to the Meet Because of her outstanding UNH Manchester, the uni- with all who might be inter- Venice. “The student partici- the Director call, text, or academic performance during versity’s urban campus, is a ested. Students from any pants contribute something email Caroline Nesbitt @ the Fall 2011 semester, the learning community promot- school are welcome, includ- special for the young people 677-2739 or sealionne@hot- following students earned ing the growth and success of ing homeschoolers; the only in our audience,” says direc- mail.com. Information about their place on UNH students, the city and the requirement is that they be at tor Caroline Nesbitt. “Seeing Advice To The Players can be Manchester’s Dean's List. The region. UNH Manchester least thirteen years old. actors their own age on stage found at students listed (by town) have offers liberal arts and applied Advice To The Players has brings the show closer to www.AdviceToThePlayers.or earned a cumulative point science and technology pro- involved students in its pro- their reality. I’m looking for- g.Student participants lead a average greater than 3.2 on a grams with an urban focus. ductions since the beginning, ward to working with this big fight scene in Advice To possible 4.0 scale in a mini- Learn more at www.manches- taking part as actors, design- year’s group. The show will The Players’ 2011 produc- mum of eight graded course ter.unh.edu. ers and production assistants. be fast, furious, and edgy; it’s tion of William Shakespeare’s credits. “Working with teens is a cen- really, truly fun, and there are Othello.

Page 14 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Out & About Photos by Dennis Coughlin

Bobo The Clown Bobo The Clown amused children with his high energy show, at King Pine Ski Area, in East Madison, NH, during Powder Bear's Snow Fest event, held to celebrate Flying Patriot This high-flying skier sports a Tom Brady jer- Upward New Mount Washington Valley resident, Megan the birthday of the ski area's mascot, with multiple fun-filled sey, as he flies high over the Thad's Choice trail, at Attitash Blackburn climbs the ice at Cathedral Ledge, in North events, on February 4th, 2012 Mountain Resort, in Bartlett, NH, on February 4th, 2012. Conway, NH, during Ice Fest 2012, on February 5th, 2012.

High Speed Fun Jane Ciccone, and 4 year old Avery Tahnk, both of Newburyport, MA, enjoy an exhilarating sled ride down a popular hill, near West Side Road, in Conway, NH, on February 4th, 2012.

Making Valentines Willa Canfield, of Tamworth, NH, shows off one of the Valentine cards she made, at the annu- al Cabin Fever Book and Bake sale, held at the Cook Memorial Library, in Tamworth, NH, on Saturday, February 4th, 2012.

On Course Lily Brennan, of Kennett High School, competed in a multi- Snack Time Enjoying a snack between ice climbs, at Cathedral Ledge, in North Conway, NH, are EMS Climbing school cross country ski meet, on Jackson Ski Touring Foundation trails, School Guide, Paul Cale (right), and students, Ron & Ethan, of Lakeville, MA, during Ice Fest 2012, on February at The Eagle Mountain House, in Jackson, NH, on February 1st, 2012. 5th, 2012. The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 15 Valley Education News from University of New Hampshire University of New Michaela Pugh of Chocorua Lauren Brydon of Intervale Hampshire's Dean's List for earned Highest Honors earned High Honors the Fall Semester of the 2011- Kaycee Smith of Chocorua Benjamin Cargill of 2012 Academic Year earned Highest Honors Intervale earned Honors The following students have Kasey Cavanaugh of Conway Laura Halupowski of been named to the Dean's List earned Honors Intervale earned at the University of New Emily George of Conway Highest Honors Hampshire for the fall semes- earned High Honors Patrick Wagner of Intervale ter of the 2011-2012 academic Christopher Getchell of earned Honors year. Conway earned Adam Crowther of Logan Cline of Highest Honors Jackson earned Honors Chatham earned Honors Audrey Hansen of Albany Samantha Meader of Madison Duncan Cromwell of Center earned Highest Honors earned Highest Honors Conway earned Honors Kevin Leahy of Conway Victoria Belkin of North Marion Dillon of Center earned Highest Honors Conway earned Conway earned High Honors Jeffrey Sires of Conway Highest Honors Caitlin Farrar of Center earned Highest Honors Benjamin Couture of North Conway earned Highest Samuel Woodward of Conway earned Honors Conway earned High Honors Highest Honors Anna Hall of Center Conway Ashley Doonan of Freedom Sarah Natasha Jost of earned Highest Honors earned High Honors North Conway earned Emily Chant of Chocorua Victoria Vallely of Freedom Highest Honors earned High Honors earned Highest Honors Makenzie Keene of Lillianna Iorfino of Chocorua Patricia Malone of Glen North Conway earned earned High Honors earned High Honors Highest Honors Owen Kennett of North Conway earned High Honors Alexandra Kovalik of North Conway earned High Honors Matthew Lautenschlager of North Conway earned Honors Jamie McDonough of North Conway earned Highest Honors Kirsten Poland of North Conway earned Highest Honors Shannon Reville of North Conway earned High Honors Hayley Szekely of North Conway earned High Honors Geraldine Walker of North Conway earned Honors Amanda Whitney of North Conway earned High Honors Maranda Scott of Ossipee earned Highest Honors Christine Palaima of Sanbornville earned Highest Honors Jeffrey Parent of Wakefield earned Honors Michael Anderson of Silver Lake earned Honors Michelle Coleman of Silver Lake earned Honors Emilee Brooks of Effingham earned Highest Honors Tiffane Cormier of Effingham earned Highest Honors Krysti Goode of Effingham earned Highest Honors Peter Goode of Effingham earned High Honors Danielle Mason of Tamworth earned Highest Honors Danaka Olsen of Tamworth earned Honors Erica Perry of Tamworth earned Highest Honors Sarah Jamieson of West With the purchase of any NuEar Ossipee earned Imagine 2 or LOOK™ Hearing Aids Highest Honors Good 1/20/12 to 2/29/12. Students named to the Dean's List at the University of New Hampshire have earned recognition through their superior scholastic per- formance. Highest Honors are awarded to students who earn a semester grade point average of 3.7 or better out of a possible 4.0. Students with a 3.5 to 3.69 average are award- ed high honors and students whose grade point average is 3.2 through 3.49 are awarded honors Page 16 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 www. NewHampshireLakes AndMountains .com

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 17 Valley Round-Ups Carroll County Medical “Sweet Arts” at MWV Arts Assoc. Reserve Corps. This is a love story which a unanimous “YES” melds Art and heart. Multi- True to their unorthodox Carroll county medical which then strengthens the media artist Josef Keller, born and creative natures, they reserve corps is hosting 2 vol- state, which in turn helps the in Germany, a widower, father planned a wonderful wedding unteer orientations. nation by being prepared. All of four (one son tragically ceremony which included MRC units are community- trainings are provided free of lost), transplanted from the their kids and a pot luck based and function as away to charge to in Carroll County Midwest via Arizona and New luncheon supplied by guests. locally organize and utilize vol- and online. There are addi- Mexico which heavily influ- Joe transformed their wedding unteers and who want to tional trainings available. enced his work, and President attire into wearable one-of-a- donate their time and expertise Please, spread the word. Ask of the Mt. Washington Arts kind works of art with his air- to prepare for and respond to anyone with an interest and/or Assoc. entered the Winter brush. He drizzled and pin- emergencies and promote questions to please give us a Prelude Art Show. striped flashy color on his tux, healthy living throughout the call. Come visit us during our Heather MacLeod, a and painted hundreds of dain- year. MRC volunteer supple- MRC Orientation. divorced mother of three, ty pastel flowers and one tiny ment existing emergency and Please join us at one of the artist/sculptor, wildly creative frog on Heather's dress. The public resources. When we following sessions: Wednesday, in many mediums, herself a walls of the hall were decorat- recruit for MRC, we are look- February 15th 2012 at transplant to the Valley from ed with their original art ing to support the community. Huggins Hospital Board room suburban Mass. with hard won Mountain Washington Valley which guests were asked to We don't want to have our from 7 to 9 pm or Thursday, degrees in Fine Art and Art Arts Association take home. It was a very members switch their primary February 16th 2012 at Education, suma cum laude touching, fun, delicious, responsibilities to MRC. Memorial Hospital Sun room no less, entered the same work is very different it har- bountiful, creative day. The When individuals are prepared from 7 to 9 pm. Thank you to show. A few of us on the monizes and plays well off cross country trip which fol- in case of an emergency, it Huggins and Memorial hanging committee saw a syn- each other. The “art buddies” lowed was their honeymoon. allows you to help your family Hospitals for providing the ergy between their works and were sharing a direction, a Back just in time for the and friends who may not be meeting space. chose to hang their entries vision and a very successful Annual Art Auction of the prepared. By strengthening Registration is recommend- side by side. collaboration which others MWVAA, they dove into a our volunteers, we strengthen ed, please call 603 301 1252 or Not long after, an opportu- noticed could become more large project at Heather’s the community. By strengthen- email [email protected] to sign up nity for an Artist of the Month than just an art connection. house where they are now liv- ing the community, we are today. Show at the MWVAA Visual Viewing their pieces at the ing in Brownfield, ME. Now strengthening the county, Arts Center was presented to Opening Reception, Joe and they prepare excitedly their Joe. He wasn’t sure he had Heather recognized how each latest collaboration, a shared Bartlett Public Library enough pieces ready to hang other’s work enhanced and studio, where they can create so Claudia Needham asked reflected a shared vision. They their destiny and where regular book discussion Heather to do the show with spent many hours deep in con- Heather will, in all probability, him. They spent a good deal versation about their vision, hang her earliest artwork, a The Bartlett Public Library POW perspective. The book, of time preparing for the show families and creative history. portrait of her parents done in will host its regular book dis- Unbroken by Laura which was a rousing success. A The “art buddies” collaborat- Mrs. Throckamorton?s cussion program on Tuesday Hillenbrand, has won national large number of art apprecia- ed on two more shows togeth- kindergarten class. February 14 at 7PM at the acclaim and we are encourag- tors and friends gathered with er, “Blues” at the Gafney Come celebrate their first library. Following a January ing WWII veterans to attend Joe and Heather to view a Library in Sanbornville and Valentine’s Day with SWEET book about WW II, this book this program. visually exciting show at “American West” at the ARTS, Heather and Joe and also explores the war from a Norcross Place. Though their Fryeburg Academy Library. their art friends from around They soon realized they were the Valley, their adopted destined to be more than just home. It’s an art story to “art buddies”. remember and an opportunity Heather had always wanted to share cake, libations and to take a transcontinental road bring your much needed sup- trip. Joe could be a great guide port to the Mt. Washington since he had done the trip Valley Arts Association on more than once. Plans were Tuesday February 14th at 5:30 discussed and discussed some PM. Who knows what other more. Joe called his kids, her matches we can make? kids, her mother, brother and Heather and Joe’s fantastic sister plus some of their close wedding outfits will be there friends to ask their blessing on for the viewing, works of art in a permanent union. There was themselves. Bob Marley Comedy Night to Benefit MWV Ski Team Feb 18, 2012 6:30 PM The Mount Washington dians in the country. He has Valley Ski Team's Comedy been featured in his own spe- Night and Scholarship Benefit cial on Comedy Central, and Auction features comedy star is one of the few comics to do Bob Marley at the Atittash the complete late- night TV Grand Summit Hotel, Bartlett circuit: "The Late Show" with NH. Doors open at 6:30 PM David Letterman, "The with light appetizers, cash bar, Tonight Show" with Jay Leno, games, and silent and live auc- "Late Night" with Conan tions. Proceeds support valley O'Brien and "The Late Late alpine ski racing and racers Show" with Craig Ferguson through MWV Ski Team and and Craig Kilborn. For more its athlete scholarship fund. on Bob, see: Buy tickets online http://www.bmarley.com/ athttp://www.brownpa- Grand Summit Hotel, 775 pertickets.com/event/214684. US Route 302 , Bartlett, NH Returning to this event for a FMI Martha Leich second year is stand-up comic [email protected] Bob Marley; one of the hottest 603-356-7627 and most sought-after come-

Page 18 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Round-Ups Effingham Writers’ Night Features Dick Pollock & Poet, Kamal Nath Effingham Writers Night; of light in producing a power- freelance photogra- Thursday February 16th at 7 ful image. He tries to pay pher for The pm, join presenters as they more attention to seeking out Mountain Ear news- bring the beauty, inspiration lighting conditions that will paper. He is a juried and images of the White do that. If the early morning member of the Mt Mountains to appreciative lis- light is spectacular he is in the Washington Valley teners and fellow writers. This car and out chasing the view! Arts Association. month Writers’ Night at the Part of his motivation to do More information and Effingham Public Library will what he does relates to the photos at www.moat- feature photography by Dick impact of good scenic photog- photo.com Pollock and poetry by Kamal raphy on individuals. Dick Poet, Kamalendu Nath. feels that, done right, photo- Nath, born in British Dick Pollock, creator of A graphs help to heighten peo- India came to the Mount Washington Valley ples appreciation for the envi- University of Florida Photo book finds his inspira- ronment. (Gainesville) in 1964. tion comes primarily from In addition to the 70-page He earned his Ph.D. immersion in the outdoor full color photo book “A in Biochemistry from world. Having climbed all of Mount Washington Valley Indiana University Kamalendu Nath Dick Pollack the 4,000 footers in New Photo book,” that arrived in (Bloomington). Hampshire, having summited stores last summer, Dick has Although his career Hampshire). Mt Washington over 700 produced a retail calendar the has revolved around fringe Kamal’s poetry has appeared Each month featured writers times as a stage driver for the last several years. For Dick, fields in biology, his interest in Twisted Tongue; Barfing and musicians will be followed Auto Rd and being an active photography is an avocation from childhood has been to Frog; The One Eight Three; by an open-mic opportunity skier, cyclist, kayaker he has that he has developed in understand the mystery of Worlds Within Worlds for others to share a piece of developed a deep appreciation retirement that has become a existence. He has been aided Beyond; A Hudson View original writing or acoustic for things wild and scenic. It is profession and a passion. by Richard Dawkin’s concept Poetry Digest International music (up to 5 minutes). his privilege to interpret this Dick’s current endeavor is to of The Selfish Gene and finds Collection; Vermont Literary Enjoy light refreshments and world through his photogra- develop a line of giclee prints his views in line with secular Review; Thresholds Literary conversation with other writ- phy. Through his photo- – wildlife and scenic photos on humanism. Thus, in con- Journal; Palimpsest; and in ers, musicians and artists. The graphical work, Dick’s goal is canvas and these are the sub- structing his poems he seeks two anthologies (The 2008 & Writers’ Night is just one of to capture images that need as ject of his current exhibit at rhythm in nature, including 2010 Poets’ Guide to New many enriching community little tweaking as possible. He the Handcrafters Barn. He has human nature and combines Hampshire). events taking place at the doesn’t believe in spending had exhibitions of his work at his Indian, American and Come to listen, or bring a Effingham Public Library. For hours Photoshopping his the Conway Library, the Science backgrounds on topics piece of your own writing or more information, contact: work although he admires Madison Library, Tin related to existence. He is an music to share. Writers’ Katie McCarthy, 539-7694 what can be produced by Mountain Conservation and emeritus professor in Biology Night, the third Thursday of [email protected] those who do. As he has has participated in shows at (Long Island University) and the month is for those who m or call the Library 539- gained experience as a pho- MWVAA. Dick is currently enjoys the wilderness that sur- write music, poetry, prose, fic- 1537. The Library is located tographer he has become the President of the North rounds his abode in our small tion, and non-fiction also for at 30 Townhouse Road, more aware of the importance Country Camera Club and is a town of Effingham (New those who enjoy listening. Effingham.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 19 Valley Round-Ups Enjoy a rewarding day on the slopes by joining the Hope on the Slopes Race to Beat Cancer

ave you been lunch, courtesy of Flatbread Group, Northway Bank and planning to hit Company. Participants are the Mount Washington Valley the slopes this encouraged to collect dona- Radio Group. year but just tions from their friends, family, To register and for more haven't been and colleagues and, if you do, information please go to Hable to get away? How about you might even walk away with www.cancer.org/racetobeat- joining the fight against cancer a Mount Cranmore 2012-2013 cancer or call Kathy Metz, of through the American Cancer season pass as one of the top the American Cancer Society at Society's Hope on the Slopes fundraisers. And remember 603-356-3719 or Race to Beat Cancer to get you that each donation takes us one [email protected] or motivated? step closer to the day when can- (800) ACS-2345. The 35th annual Race to cer is no longer a life-threaten- The American Cancer Photo Courtesy of Kathy Metz | Community Executive Development AMC Beat Cancer will take place in ing disease. Society is dedicated to elimi- Shown here are last year’s top individual fundraisers: Top individual Dollars raised from the Hope nating cancer as a major health fundraiser was Richard Ayer of Glen (right), second highest fundraiser North Conway on Sunday, February 12th at Cranmore on the Slopes Race to Beat problem by saving lives, dimin- was 12 year old, Neville White of Jackson (left), and third highest Cancer are used by the ishing suffering and preventing fundraiser was Nancy Downing of Jackson (middle). Mountain Resort. Whether you're a recreational skier, a American Cancer Society to cancer through research, edu- snowboarder, a downhill racer, fund the most promising cation, advocacy, and service. a tubing enthusiast, or just want research; to spread lifesaving Founded in 1913 and with to help in the fight against can- cancer awareness messages; to national headquarters in cer, you can join this meaning- advocate for screening oppor- Atlanta, the Society has 13 ful and inspiring event. tunities for all people; and to regional Divisions and local Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. ease the cancer burden for peo- offices in 3,400 communities, at the Main Base Lodge and the ple facing the disease. The involving millions of volunteers racing begins at 10:00 a.m. event is sponsored by across the United States. For Your minimum contribution Cranmore Mountain Resort, more information anytime, call of $75 ($50 for those 17 and Storyland, Amoskeag toll free 1-800-ACS-2345 or under) includes a full-day lift or Beverages, Flatbread visit www.cancer.org. 2 hour tubing pass and a pizza Company, M&M Assurance

By the Light of the Silvery Moon… A Snowshoeing Reverie at Great Glen Trails The snowfields at the base of feels needs no interpretation. natural world reverberating in its Mt. Washington glistened in the It feels both natural and own twinkling snow globe. bright moonlight. It was a still unnatural to be out in the winter Eventually, less than two short and windless night, with moon- woods at night…perhaps the hours later, the group returns to beam shadows and stars that innate, though primitive human the warmth of the lodge, having shone like diamonds in the night fear of “lions and tigers and had an experience that was both sky and pierced the infinite dark- bears, oh my” still is genetically a journey inward and outward. ness… The Presidential Range programmed into our DNA— The intangible connection to formed an amphitheater around our ancestors knew the safe place the pure beauty of a snowy the small group of snowshoers was around the campfire. Yet, at night, shared by like minded that slowly meandered into that the same time, the woods at folks, leaves each with a memory timeless scene. night can embrace you, creating of light hearts and white nights. The evening air felt fresh and a sense of intimacy as the world The Mt. Washington Auto invigorating, but the experience is reduced to just the field of Road and Great Glen Trails of heading into the treeline from vision before us. Outdoor Center will be hosting the field was strangely soothing, No flashlights or headlamps several upcoming events, includ- like entering into a cathedral. are needed (or wanted) on these ing: SKI TO THE CLOUDS There was a sense of something walking tours, as the combined on Feb. 26th; the New England grand and mysterious that forces of your eyes adjusting to Bill Koch League Festival on inspired a sort of silent reverence night vision mode and the bright March 3-4; the Carl Johnson as the trees arched overhead, white moon create a surreal and Memorial Ski-a-thon on March creating a latticework of swaying monochromatic landscape. 11 and watch for a historic first shadows across the crystalline Your guide may point out the ever winter ascent by Sled Dog surface. tracks of the rabbit, fox or coyote Team of the Auto Road some- Such is the setting for Great who call these winter woods time between Mar 7-9. Glen Trail’s ongoing series of home, or the group may just For more information about Moonlit snowshoe tours, and stand silently listening to the Great Glen Trails Snowshoe while the group is guided by an Bard Owl’s characteristic “who- Tours, Cross Country Skiing or AMC Interpretive Naturalist (in cooksforyou” hoot, as it echoes SnowCoachTours call (603)- this case, Nicky Pizzo), the com- through the night. Sounds carry 466-2333 or online at pelling sense of peace and sub- unusually well on these still win- www.greatglentrails.com lime beauty each participant ter evenings, the echoes of the Page 20 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Round-Ups Arts Council of Tamworth presents the US Air Sunshine Yoga Force Band of Liberty New England Winds Community Alliance Tamworth (NH) –Arts Sunshine Yoga musical styles from classical Council of Tamworth (ACT) is Community Alliance, 24 to spiritual to technofunk. delighted to present the United Pleasant St, Conway NH is Nia is a fun way to build States Air Force Band of Liberty pleased to announce that J strength, flexibility and car- New England Winds playing a (Judie) Newell, a licensed dio conditioning; as well as full concert on Sunday, white belt Nia instructor has lose weight, reduce stress February 12 at 2:00 PM at St. been added to the staff. Nia, and connect with your body. Andrew’s-in-the-Valley in previously known as Classes are open to all levels Tamworth and a mini-concert Neuromuscular Integrative and can be done by with Q&A at 9:00 AM on Action is a physical condi- anyBODY… They will be Monday, February 13 at the K. tioning program based on held on Mondays from 5:00 A. Brett School. Airman First the premise that movement PM to 6:00 PM beginning Class Carolyn Sierichs on flute, is a pathway for self-discov- February 13th. You are Airman First Class Kathleen ery and personal transforma- invited to a complimentary Tennyson on oboe, Staff tion. As a movement form, class on Monday, February Sergeant Mickey Ireland on Nia Technique is based on 52 13th. Wear loose comfort- clarinet and Staff Sergeant moves that integrate move- able clothing. For more Christopher Stahl on bassoon ment modalities from dance, information, please call Judie martial arts and healing prac- at 986-9357. Dixie Lea and will present a program featuring Photo courtesy of the US Air Force Band of Liberty Quartet something for all musical tastes: tices. It is a dynamic fitness Sharon Boggess are also popular, Broadway, patriotic, United States for its passionate itary musicians, The United and lifestyle practice that offering complimentary yoga jazz and folk music, as well as and refined performances. States Air Force Band of changes how you experience classes through February pieces from the traditional Concertgoers have been treated Liberty, based at Hanscom Air your body, celebrating the 16th. For more information woodwind quintet repertoire. to challenging repertoire with Force Base in Massachusetts, is joy of movement. As a non- about the yoga classes call The repertoire on Sunday after- music from the Baroque era to dedicated to using the power of impact form of aerobic Lea at 726-6955 or Boggess noon will include works by newly commissioned works. music to inspire our Air Force dance, it is practiced bare- at 367-9911; or see the web- Strauss, Albeniz, Debussy, Performing at events from small members and the great nation foot, using a wide variety of site at: www.sycadixie.com Gershwin, and Sousa, and a new stage recitals to the we serve, producing innovative work by Alyssa Morris, and the International Double Reed musical programs and products, concert will be followed by a Convention, the New England and communicating Air Force Don't miss the Conway reception—a great opportunity Winds’ versatility and ability to excellence throughout New to meet and talk to these fine interact with listeners on an inti- England and around the globe. Historical Society meeting musicians. Both concerts are mate level has left audiences Visit www.artstamworth.org Don't miss the Conway 7:00, followed by our speak- free and open to the public. with memories of compelling for a link to a free download of a Historical Society meeting er. ACT welcomes donations to and expressive music-making. full album of music by the New for February 14 2012. The Salyards Center for help support the organization. Every member of the quintet is England Winds, to donate to Our speaker will be Andy the Arts, lower (rear) level The New England Winds has a dedicated chamber player with ACT, or for more information, Davis of the world Bring a dish to share. Bring been recognized by audiences years of study on his or her or call 603-323-8104. Fellowship. His topic, a small gift for the raffle and throughout the Northeastern instrument. As professional mil- "Story Telling in Northern bring a dollar or two for raf- New Hampshire" fle tickets. Most important, This is a potluck meeting bring your self and bring a Arts in Motion Theater so bring a dish to share. friend. Remember, your Think entree or side dish or best friends are those who salad or dessert. The dinner are probably interested in sparks the season filled with events will start at 6:00 pm and the joining the Conway Arts in Motion Theater open auditions for same book over and over and program will begin with a Historical Society. Company and Leura Hill MOMologues, a hilarious com- over, to finally seeing your baby short business meeting at Eastman Performing Arts edy about the ups and downs of get on the school bus, this play Center bring you a special pregnancy and motherhood! mines the laughs and tears of Scrub oak scramblers snowmobile club Valentine event, With Love. There are roles for 4 woman - early years of motherhood. The Songs of Barbra Streisand ages 20 to mid 40's. Auditions Mothers everywhere can relate Winter carnival ride-in Sat. February 18 featuring Mary Bastoni- will be held on Saturday, to the labor stories, the frustra- Rebmann and friends. Come February 18 at 11:00 and tion of a simple trip to the store, 10am - 3pm RADAR RUN – Reg. 10am celebrate LOVE with your Sunday, February 19 at 4:00 in the quest to connect with other Weather Permitting -2pm - $5 each run/ valentine Friday, February 17, the basement of the Church of mothers, all of which cause Freedom town forest/trout 3 for $10.00 2012 at the Leura Hill Eastman the Nativity on the corner of them to plan moms’ nights out pond/airstrip Machines must be regis- PAC in Fryeburg. Main and Seavey Street in in packs to laugh hysterically at tered, waivers to be signed The evening begins at 7:00 North Conway. Auditions will this tribute to the toughest job POKER RUN – Food, sponsors, prizes, raf- pm with a pre-show cocktail consist of cold readings from you’ll ever love. Registration: 10 – 12noon - fles, parking available reception featuring entertain- the script (to be made available The show will be performed $5 per hand www.sossc.com ment, drinks, and dessert soon through the Arts in as a Mother's Day event on for information offered by Lakes Region Motion website and Facebook May 11, 12 and 13. There may Catering. The curtain rises at page). be a possibility of an extended 8:00 as Mary Bastoni-Rebmann This original comedy by Lisa run. For more information Breakfast Serving a Full Menu Daily Fridays and friends present the most Rafferty, Stephanie Cloutier please visitwww.ArtsinMotion Thurs.-Mon. Prime Rib popular songs and duets of and Sheila Eppolito explores Theater.com at 7 AM Barbra Streiesand to include parenthood to reveal what all For tickets www.fryeburga- Evergreen, The Way We Were, mothers know but don’t always cademy.org/pac or call 207- People, You Don't Bring Me talk about: it’s overwhelming 935-9232. FMI www.artsinmo- Flowers, Don't Rain on My and exhausting, but also very, tiontheater.com or find us on Parade, and many, many more very funny. From the joys of facebook. Make Your Valentine’s Day Reservations Early favorites. infertility, from reading the "Barbara Streisand and Judy LIVE EN Garland were two of my TERT Every Thursday, AIN strongest influences as a singer" Friday MENT!!!! , Satur y said Bastoni-Rebmann. "When day & Sunda I was a teenager I would sing Thursday - Open Mic Night at 7:30 PM Evergreen at weddings and Friday - The Echotones at 8:00 PM grew up loving her smooth Saturday - Music Benefit for 5th Grade Ossipee School sound and many of her songs. I Sunday - Blues Jam Open Mic 4:00-8:00 PM am excited to perform her most well known songs in a beautiful urr isiitt O and elegant theater." V i e!! bsiitte Arts in Motion Theater We Company announce open audi- tions for MOMologues Route 16B • Center Ossipee, NH 03814 Arts in Motion Theater Jonathan Rivers, Director of Golf Company and Director Mary www.indianmoundgc.com • Bastoni-Rebmann announce PRO SHOP / Restaurant 539-2901 The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 21 Valley Round-Ups February pancake Tin Mountain Nature Program, breakfast and raffle at Falcons of New Hampshire the Community School Tin Mountain Nature Learning Center, Bald Hill Road Albany NH Students at The tures plenty of mouth-water- Friday, February 10, 7 PM Reservations Requested Community School on ing options like delicious You may have observed a Bunker Hill Road in South local maple syrup, fresh fruit, falcon perched on a telephone Tamworth will be cooking yogurt, whipped cream and pole, soaring high overhead or up stacks of hot, yummy butter. Children under three speeding by in pursuit of its pancakes non-stop from 7:30 years old eat for FREE. prey. Most of us, however, – 10AM next Saturday, Pancake breakfast fundrais- have not had the opportunity February 10th, to raise funds ers are scheduled for the sec- to meet a falcon up close and for spring trips to ond Saturday each month personal. Washington, D.C. and Costa through March. Tickets can On Friday, February 10th, Rica. Support their efforts be purchased ahead of time at 7 p.m. during the Tin and join us for breakfast in from Community School Mountain Conservation the school’s cozy farmhouse- students or at the door. Center Nature Program style kitchen. As an extra The Community School "Falcons of New Hampshire," “sweet treat” for our break- (TCS) is a small independent participants will have the fast attendees, baskets stuffed day school for 6 – 12th opportunity to observe three with all kinds of goodies will graders, serving families in live native falcons. The pro- also be raffled off. Win your central New Hampshire and gram will be held at the Tin sweetheart a basket of neighboring communities in Mountain Nature Learning Valentine goodies: CD’s of Maine. Founded 22 years Center on Bald Hill Road in romantic tunes, heart-throb ago in Sandwich, New Albany movies to enjoy together, or Hampshire, TCS is known Dave Erler, Senior Tin Mountain Courtesy Photo by Emberly Hudak coupons for all kinds of items for its innovative experience- Naturalist for the Squam Pictured Dave Erler and Peregrine Falcon. from local craftsmen, farm- oriented curriculum and Lakes Natural Science Center ers, and producers. focus on travel-based learn- will present a multimedia pro- good; they leave uneaten parts Program Series is sponsored For breakfast, you can ing. For more information gram featuring New of small animals on the floor by L.L. Bean and the Evenor choose your preference: call 323-7000 or visit Hampshire's native falcons of its nest and spray their feces Armington Fund. Programs whole wheat or white pan- www.communityschoolnh.or and explore their role in the on the nest walls, leaving an are open to the public. cakes, plain or blueberry. g. Applications for 2012- natural world. This program untidy and smelly dwelling Members are free, and non- The Toppings Buffet fea- 2013 now being accepted. can fill quickly, so reservations indeed. The Merlin, or members are asked to donate are requested by calling 603- "pigeon hawk," not intimidat- $3 per person or $5 per fami- Tamworth Farmers' Market 447-6991. ing by its small size, is swift ly. Tin Mountain The Peregrine Falcon is and aggressive. It can attack Conservation Center is a 501 The Tamworth Farmers' one of the falcons Erler will larger predators, including (c) 3 non-profit environmental Market will hold it's second have in hand for participants hawks and gulls. education organization pro- "Deep Winter" market at the to see close up. This falcon has As long as humans have moting an appreciation of the Tamworth Town House, one of the longest migrations marveled at the flight of birds, environment for over thirty Main Street in Tamworth of any North American bird. falcons have captured their years in the greater Mount Village from 10AM -1PM on It may travel 15,500 miles a imaginations. To be the fastest Washington Valley. For reser- February 11th. Among the year! While in pursuit of its of the flighted, to hunt the vations, directions, or to learn offerings will be local meat, prey, the Peregrine may reach most elusive of prey requires a more about Tin Mountain raw milk and cheese, sour- speeds of 200 miles per hour. creature with highly evolved Conservation Center call Tin dough breads with NH flour, Falcon trivia is fascinating. adaptations. Come see some Mountain at 603-447-6991. baked goods, maple syrup, The American Kestrel, one of falcons close up and personal, For a full list of upcoming storage vegetables, herbal the most colorful raptors in and learn more about these programs, visit www.tinmoun- salves and creams, and art by the world, can make even the fascinating birds of prey. tain.org. You can now visit us the Tamworth Artisans. The most untidy housekeeper look The Tin Mountain Nature on facebook, too. market will also serve up hearty soups, bread and cider for lunch. Friends of Par Sem host Valentine’s Brunch The Friends of Par Sem will Annual Ice Harvesting & Winter host their 4th Annual Valentine’s Brunch this Carnival back Saturday February 11th Saturday from 9:30AM to 12:30 PM at its historic cam- at the Remick Museum and Farm pus on Route 160 in North January 25-Tamworth, Department, horse drawn Parsonsfield (just south of NH: It’s time to cut the ice! wagon rides, Chinook New Route 25). Cooks adorned in Join us for the one of kind England teams will offer dog tall chefs hats and servers and annual event, our coolest sled rides for the children, wait staff appropriately wear- event of the season, Ice plus, hot food and drinks, ice ing red or white aprons will Harvesting and Winter fishing exhibits, live music serve elegantly prepared Carnival at the Remick and don’t forget the delights, such as, Belgian waf- Country Doctor Museum Tamworth Historical fles to hand-carved ham to an and Farm in Tamworth vil- Society’s’ exhibit; The array of several desserts lage, Saturday, February 11th History of Dog Sledding in including sherbet and fruit from 11am to3pm. Tamworth held at the Cook and much more in between. We’ll start the morning by Library. The room is beautifully deco- cutting ice traditionally with Admission to this event is rated, sparing no detail. Its historical tools. Bring the $5 per person for non-mem- ambience will make you feel pus. Also, among its other School from 1952 until 1986. family and step out onto the bers. Children ages 4 and very special. This event is accolades are the first Divinity In 1985, fearing loss of the pond. Watch our ice har- under are free. The Remick open to everyone--$12 for School in the nation (precur- buildings, a group called The vesters demonstrate this lost Museum and Farm is located adults; $5 for children 10 and sor to Bates College), the first Friends of Par Sem was art. See how ice is scoured, at 58 Cleveland Hill Road, under. high school temperance formed as a non-profit, non- gridded, cut and piked down Tamworth NH. For more If you haven’t been to league, and a stop on the sectarian group to maintain a channel then lifted onto information please call toll Parsonsfield Seminary for any Underground Railroad. The and restore this historic com- sleds drawn by the oxen free (800) 686-6117 or visit of our many annual events, complex consists of four plex. The buildings are avail- teams of the 4_H Yankee us online at www.remickmu- you will feel that you have building, the Academy, a dor- able for functions such as wed- Teamsters seum.org . “Explore over 200 journeyed back in time to mitory and two smaller build- dings, conferences and for There will be plenty of fun years of self-sustained living 1832. The Free Will Baptists ings. It ceased to be a high various activities. FMI: for all ages. Winter carnival as we continue to preserve established the first seminary school in 1949 and was used (603)539-5233 or (207)793- games hosted by the the agricultural way of life in (high school) in the United by Parsonsfield as the 8519. Tamworth Parks & Rec. New Hampshire.” States on this multi-acre cam- Consolidated Elementary

Page 22 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Round-Ups Open House at Bartlett Public Library There will be an Open graduate student at the coexist with bears. Entertainment House & Program at the University of New Hampshire Refreshments will be Lounges, Taverns & Pubs Bartlett Public Library on and conducted a survey of res- served. The program is pre- Thursday February 9 (weather idents from six New sented free of charge. For (N)=Nightlife, (A)=Afternoon, (D)=Dinner, (B)=Brunch date Thursday February 16) Hampshire towns including more information about the from 6 -8:30 pm. The Bartlett regarding human- Bartlett Public Library please Almost There –Albany Trustees, the library staff and bear conflicts. Nancy is an check out the web site, February 10 - Simon Crawford (4-7pm) the Friends of the Library will employee of the New www.bartlettpubliclibrary.org. Bear Peak Lodge –Attitash Mountain Resort be hosting the event which is Hampshire Fish & Game Those wishing further February 11 – Den Session with Swamp Dog (A) open to all residents/home- Department and specializes in information may contact owners of the town. The nuisance bears. The presenta- library director, Kathy van The Conway Café evening’s program on Black tion will allow for questions Deursen at 374-2755 or Songwriters Showcase with Red Gallagher 6 to 8 pm Bears in New Hampshire will regarding the survey and its trustee chair, Marcia February 15 – Beau Chadinha, luthier be presented by Jaclyn & results as well as offering tips Burchstead at 356-8462. Nancy Comeau. Jaclyn is a for residents to peacefully The Corner House Inn –Center Sandwich February 9 – Brian Hastings February 10 - Peter Lawlor (D) Dick Pollock Photographs on Display Delaney’s –North Conway at the Tin Mountain Nature Gallery February 15 –The Wayfarers Inn at Thorn Hill –Jackson Tin Mountain Conservation February 11 – Mike Jewel 6 to 9 Center hosts a reception on Friday Feb 10 at 5:30 PM-7 May Kelly’s Cottage –North Conway PM for local photographer February 10 – Dennis & Davy (N) Dick Pollock. Dick’s stretched February 12 – Irish Seisium canvas photographs grace the walls of the Tin Mountain McGrath’s Tavern –North Conway Conservation Center Nature February 9 – Now is Now 9:00 pm Learning Gallery now February 11 –TBA 9:00 pm through February culminating New England Inn –Intervale with an artist public reception on Friday, February 10 at 5:30 February 10 –Tim Dion PM. His painterly camera February 11 – Los Huevos (N) images depict New England Photo Courtesy of Tin Mountain Ptarmigan’s Pub –Attitash Mountain Resort scenes from the eye of dis- February 11 –WFNX Snowriders Party (A) cernment. The inspiration play at the Tin Mountain meet the artist on February and motivation for his work Nature Learning Center on 10th from 5:30 to 7 PM, and Rafferty’s Restaurant & Pub –North Conway comes primarily from immer- Bald Hill Road in Albany can stay after for the live falcon February 9 –Thursday Trivia Night (N) sion in the outdoor world. be viewed Monday through presentation beginning at 7 Red Parka Pub –Downtown Glen Having climbed all of the Friday, from 9 through 5 PM, PM (reservations are request- 4,000 footers in New and during scheduled nature ed for the Falcons of New February 10 – Full Circle (N) Hampshire, and being an programs; all pieces are for Hampshire nature program). February 11 – Full Circle (N) active skier, cyclist, kayaker sale and will make a unique For more information on this February 12 - Jim Connors Dick has developed a deep Valentine’s gift to a loved one. exhibit or Tin Mountain February 13 – Open Mic’ appreciation for things wild A percentage of the sale bene- Programs call Tin Mountain February 15 –Jonathan Sarty 5 to 8 and scenic. fits Tin Mountain environ- at 603-447-6991. February 15 –Jerry’s Free Ride Dick Pollock’s work on dis- mental programs. Come Sammy’s –Tamworth February 9 –Jon Sarty Pizzapalooza party to benefit Tamworth Shannon Door Pub –Jackson Village February 9 - Dennis O’Neil and Jon Deveneau Community Nurse Association, Feb. 12 February 10 – Marty Quirk On Sunday, Feb. 12, from party, which benefits a great our nursing service,” said February 11 – Marty Quirk noon to 2:30 p.m., Chequers organization.” TCNA Executive Director Jo February 12– Simon Crawford and Kevin Dolan Villa in Tamworth will host a A portion of all proceeds Anne Rainville. “It’s wonder- delicious Pizzapalooza Party will benefit the TCNA, which ful to have partners in the The Shovel Handle Pub– to benefit the Tamworth has offered Tamworth resi- community like Chequers to Whitney’s Inn at Jackson Mt. Resort –Jackson Community Nurse dents skilled nursing care such host events such as this.” February 10 – Eric Erskine & Cliff Wilson Association. It’s mid-February, as checkups, blood draws, first For further information on February 11 –Anni Clark it’s cold, and if you’re suffering aid, suture removal, diet and the Pizzapalooza Party, call from cabin fever, come on out exercising counseling and the TCNA at 323-8511. To The Wentworth –Jackson Village and visit with neighbors and more at absolutely no cost find out more about TCNA’s February 10 Dinner Piano –Judy Herrick (D) friends while enjoying an all- since 1921. Interest from an services, visit them online at February 11 Dinner Piano –Judy Herrick (D) you-can-eat pizza buffet and endowment funds about a tamworthnurses.org. The Trail’s End Tavern, King Pine –Madison live music, all for $15. third of TCNA’s $150,000 Donations can be made online Tuesday and Friday nights – Dart Tournaments 7:00 pm “We’re thrilled to be host- yearly operating costs, while or mailed to TCNA, P.O. Box ing the Pizzapalooza,” said another 30 percent comes 352, Tamworth, NH 03886. February 11 – Mike Chatigny (A) Carole Ewing, owner of from taxes and the remainder The Tamworth Community White Mountain Hotel –North Conway Chequers Villa. “We’re look- comes from fundraising. Nurse Association is a 501c3 February 10 - Dinner Piano – Mike Jewel (D) ing forward to seeing lots of “We rely on fund-raising organization and all donations February 11 – Kelly Muse (D) people at this always-fun events to cover the costs of are tax-deductible. February 12 – Sunday Brunch Piano with Mike Jewel (A) Wildcat Inn & Tavern –Jackson Village Mountain Garden Club February Meeting February 11 –White Mountain Boys w/ Jon Sarty Mountain garden club meet- ground in agriculture and his hospitality, followed by a busi- February 14 - Hoot night with Jonathan Sarty ing and program on Monday, expertise is in ornamentals, fruit ness meeting at 10:00 am and the Wildcat Mountain –Pinkham Notch February 13 (Snow Day – and vegetable gardening. He will Program will start at 11:00 am. February 11 –WZLX Pub Party (A) Monday, February 27) the discuss how to achieve your All programs are open to the February 12 –Acoustic Chill w/ Bill Cameron (A) Mountain Garden Club will have plant’s nutritional needs using public. The Mountain Garden a program titled Organic organic soil amendments and Club is dedicated to promoting Zips Eating House –Cranmore Mountain Vegetable Gardening – “Getting practices. The presentation will horticultural education, civic February 11 –Al Shafner 3 to 6 pm Nutrition Correct”. Russ also cover many of the “do’s and beautification, and conservation February 15 –Jeremy Dean 4 to 6 pm Norton who is the agricultural don’ts” of organic vegetable gar- through volunteerism and resources educator with the dening. This program will be friendship in the Mount Also at Cranmore UNH Cooperative Extension held at Salyards Center For The Washington Valley. FMI KandaBar–for the kids for Carroll County will present Arts, 110 Main Street in Conway, www.mountaingardenclub.org February 11 – Ryan Mahoney 3:30 to 4:30 this. He has a diverse back- NH and will start at 9:30 am with or [email protected]

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4171 up Drama Center for Kids 0-9 can snow tubing park operate until 6219 or by email at info@corner- dress-up in a multitude of cos- 9pm. Still time to register for houseinn.com. SAVE THE DATE Resale Shops to Benefit tumes then put on their on per- KidsRule Mountain Camps February 19th Animals at Conway Shelter. formance on the little stage. (www.kidsrulecamp.com) available 6:30pm The Conway Library’s Retail Boutique featuring Hours 10-5 Thursday-Monday. thru 2/17/2012open for skiing Youth Group, “Next Gen” meets King Pine ‘Retro Days” upscale clothing & acces- until 6pm. every Thursday at 3:30pm. This celebrating the mountains 50th sories located in Norcross FMI for all events at MWV week is a celebration of St. birthday – dress up in your best Place across from the Children’s Museum call (603)356- St. Margaret of Scotland Church Valentine’s Day a party with spe- ‘1970’s ski garb and compete for a Courtyard Café; open Tues. 2992 or www.mwvchildrensmuse- 85 Pleasant Street, Conway NH cial treats and activities for grade 6 cover photo on The Mountain Ear through Sat. 10am to 3pm um.org holds a weekly adult study pro- to 8. Bring a friend! or The Harrison House gram. The study is open to every- offering a variety of domes- Recurring Events at the Gibson one and there is no cost. The 3:30pm The Conway Public tic goods and much more; located Center: AARP tax assistance for study group will meet every Library’s young adult group Next low to middle income persons over Gen meets for a Board Game ONGOING EVENTS at 223 E. Main St at driveway Sunday from 11:00 AM to Noon, entrance to the shelter Shop or re- 60 during Feb and March. How to in the parish hall after Sunday Bonanza. Grades 6 to 8 are invit- Blood pressure checks at the purpose your items to help the look and understand art taught by service. ed. Play the Wii System on the big Freedom Village Store Tuesday shelter. Open Tues. Thurs. Sat. & Prof. Sharon Latchaw Hirsh screen or choose from the library’s mornings. Sun. 10 am~3 pm. FMI Call 447- Mondays at 12:30 to 2:30. Chair The Library Winter Film Series is many board games. 5605 Exercises: for those who is requires back at the Freedom Library! The February is “$ 1 A BAG SALE” at assistance getting in & out of the six films in the series will be shown 2 for 1 Tickets at King Pine the Thrift Shop of the Lovell The Conway Public Library’s dis- car or a chair Monday and every other Sunday at 4 p.m. –KingPine.com/events United Church of Christ on cussion group for adults and older Thursdays at 10:30 AM. Blood through March. As always, admis- FRIDAY 2 -10 Rte.#5 in Center Lovell, Maine. teens is called PWR People Who pressure Clinics and VNA foot sion is free and so is the popcorn. Local photographer Dick Pollock Shop hours are Mondays, Read. Every Thursday book topics checks second Tuesday of the Come by the library to pick up a and books may focus on mature month at 11:am to 12:00 and the copy of the film schedule or log stretched canvas photographs Wednesdays, Saturdays from 10 grace the walls of the Tin AM to 12 Noon. issues. Teens must be in grade 9 or last and blood pressure checks onto freedomlibrary.org. older. This will be an informal get- Wednesday of the month from Mountain Conservation Center The Cook Memorial Library in together with refreshments. Join 11:45 to 12:45.from NC View the intriguing new exhibit Nature Learning Gallery now Tamworth holds "Stories and in to share ideas and enjoy refresh- Ambulance. Lunch at Silver Lake featured at Fryeburg Academy’s through February culminating Songs" a story time for young chil- ments. FMI 356-5552 or visit con- Landing noon on Tuesdays fol- Palmina S. and Stephen F. Pace with an artist public reception at dren on the first 3 Tuesdays of waypubliclibrary.org lowed by games or a movie. Wii Galleries of Art entitled SINGU- 5:30 PM. His painterly camera each month at 10:30. All ages wel- practice Wednesdays from 10:30 LAR. Located at 18 Bradley Street images depict New England come. Call 323-8510 for more Mt. Top Music for babies (free). to 1:30. One to One Computer on the Campus of Fryeburg scenes from the eye of discern- info. Babies from birth through eight- Labs: second and fourth Thursday Academy in Fryeburg, ME. The ment. Tin Mountain Conservation een months play interactive games of the month at the Gibson exhibit will be on display from Center, 1245 Bald Hill Road North Conway Community Legal involving familiar songs, rhymes Center. Call to sign up for your January 28 - March 19, 2012. The Albany, NH 03818 Tel#. 603- Services (CLS) has a low cost legal and rhythm. Every Thursday from free lab. Care for the Caregiver Pace Galleries are free and open to 447-6991 clinic (by appointment only) every 9:30-10:am FMI call 447-4737 support group now Wednesdays the public, FMI (207) 935-9232 or Wednesday in North Conway. 12:30 to 2:30 (see below) Game e-mail boxoffice@fryeburgacade- Every Friday night in Feb: Friday FMI 888-696-3393 or 473-2002. Mt. Top Music for toddlers my.org Night Lights at Settlers’ Green: Children and their caregiver’s day Wednesdays at 12:30. Belly CLS is a 501 c 3 non-profit Dancing Class Thursdays Free hot chocolate, bonfire and Check us out at dance, play rhythm and acoustical The Breakfast Club, the monthly VIP cards. 4-8pm. instruments, sing and play games 9:00am.Strength, Balance, & M&D Productions’ Executive www.lowpaylaw.org www.nhcom- Stretch: Bobbi Brome leads this Madison Library hosts workshop munitylegal.com using familiar songs. Thursday Director meeting is held the 1st mornings 10:15 – 11:00 FMI call exercise program, Tuesday and Monday of each month at M&D for job seekers 11:00am at the The Freedom Library will exhibit 447-4737 Friday at 10:00am at the Gibson Productions, call Mark at 603 662 Madison Library, FMI contact the works Nan White and Cindy Center. Fleece Craft Bees will be 7591 to reserve your seat. Mary Cronin 367 8545 Mt. Washington Valley Stompers held on Fridays after lunch Spencer during February. Nan Friday Gliders Social Ski Tour – recently passed away and this was Square Dance Club holds a begin- Mondays after lunch bowling Ossipee Valley Bible Church, ners square dance workshop every FMI356-3231. route 16 across from NAPA in Jackson XC. 2 hr ski with classical to be the very first time that Nan ski technique tips. Lead by and Cindy had a duo exhibition. Monday night at the Conway West Ossipee Welcomes all to American Legion on Tasker Hill “Care for the Caregiver Support prayer meetings Saturdays at 8:30 Connie Kinsman and friends 603- Their work can be seen thru Group” A leader facilitated peer 383-9355 FMI: www.jacksonxc.org February 29 at the Freedom Road from 6:45pm to 9pm. am, Sunday worship at 9:30 and Singles welcome. FMI call 447- support group for those who care Sunday school at 11:00. FMI call Public Library; hours are Tues. 2- for a loved one at home. Group 5:30-8:00 PM, the White 7, Wed 10-2, Thurs 2-7, Fri 12-5, 5527 or contact P. O. Box #40 603 217 0124 Conway meets at the Gibson Center on Mountain Café will host Gorham Sat 10-1. Wednesdays’ from 12:30 to 2:30 THURSDAY 2-9 Climbs!, an evening of North The Little Green Closet Thrift pm. Feb 1, 22 & 29. No registra- Country climbing adventures with Tamworth Library: Do you have a The Madison Library will host a Kismet Rock Foundation Enjoy a new Kindle, Nook, iPad, MP3 or store, the only thrift store carrying tion necessary. FMI call the maternity items with daily-extend- Gibson Center at 356 3231. presentation by geologist Brian light dinner at the White other eBook device? Let us help. Fowler on at 7 pm in the library’s Mountain Café at 5:30, followed For more information you can ed hours offers sales every Tuesday with many $1.00 items. Come TAOIST TAI CHI offers classes Chick Room. Brian Fowler recent- by the presentation at 6:30. contact Jenn @ Jenn@tamworthli- for the beginner, continued learn- ly published his map, “The brary.org or call 323-8510. check out the children, baby, women and maternity clothes, ing and health recovery in North Surficial Geology of Mt. SATURDAY 2 – 11 The Tin Mt. Conservation Center appliances and much more! Conway, E Madison, Tamworth Washington and the Presidential Range,” the first of its kind for that Freedom Public Safety Building offers a coffee hour for its volun- Located in the MWV Children’s and Brownfield ME. In North Open house 9am to noon teers with Tin Mt. at 10am every Museum 2936 Rte16 Open 7 days Conway at the Eastern Slope Inn location. Plaza: beginner classes Monday 6 2nd Tuesday of each Month at its a week 10-5pm. All purchases and Gibson Center 13th annual live Taking Your Tracking to the Next Nature Learning center on Bald donations benefit the MWVCM. to 7:30 pm, Tuesday 10:30 am to Level Tin Mountain Conservation noon, Wednesday 6 to 7:30 pm and silent auction at the Gibson Hill Rd in Albany. NH Volunteers Center – begins at 5:30pm for Center 1245 Bald Hill Road gather to discuss events as well as MWV Children’s Museum - Thursday and Friday 3:30 to 5:00 Albany, NH 03818 9am-noon or Music For Tots held at MWV pm. Continued learning classes cocktails, auction 7:pm FMI 356 hear about Tin Mt. plans and proj- 3231 1-4pm. FMI 603-447-6991 ects. Call 603-447-6991 Children's Museum. Mountain Tuesday 6 to 7:30 pm Wednesday Top Music with Sharon Novak is and Thursday 10:30 to noon and The National Theatre of London Feb 11 &12: Ian’s Endless Hockey Refreshments will be provided for Game at Ham Arena: Take part in all volunteers! doing a music hour for babies- Saturday 9:30 to 10:30 am. Health Live in HD presents: Traveling preschoolers at the MWV recovery class is Saturday 10:45 to Light broadcast at the Leura Hill the endless hockey games to bene- CoDA Meetings a Twelve Step Children’s Museum every Friday 11:45 am. In E. Madison at Purity Eastman Performing Arts Center fit Ian Meserve, local hero and Fellowship of men and women in at 11am. Location: 2936 Rt16 Spring Resort continued learning There will be two broadcasts: live community leader battling the development and maintenance North Conway $5.00 suggested class Thursday from 6 to 7:30 pm. at 2pm and an encore at 7pm. melanoma, starting at 8:20 p.m. of healthy relationships. Tuesdays donation per child. Healthy Kids In Tamworth at the Town House FMI call the box office at Feb. 11 and running until 11:30 at 7pm at Eastern Slope Inn, Gold /Maine Care Free beginner classes Monday 6 to 7:30 207.935.9232 or visit www.frye- a.m. Feb. 12. Also endless raffles, Gibson Suite, No. Conway FMI pm, Tuesday 10 to 11:30 am. burgacademy.org/pac food and fun. Cookout on Sunday 207-283-3267 or email Bill @ MWV Children's Museum Kids Continued learning class following final game. Open to [email protected] Chorus, 7-12 year olds, drop off Wednesday 7 to 8:30 pm. In Learn how the state voted on rele- hockey players of all abilities, co- program...FREE!! Sundays, 2:00- Brownfield ME at Brownfield vant environmental issues in 2011 ed, over 40, and pond hockey. Sign The White Mountain Stamp Club 4:00 pm Does your child want to Elementary School beginner class at the February Tin Mountain up as an individual or a team. meets twice monthly year-round sing? Our chorus may be the right on Thursday 6 to 7:30 pm. For Eco-Forum from noon through 1 100% of proceeds will go to the on the second Wednesday at 1:30 fit for you. The MWV more information call 603-356- PM Meserve family. FMI 207846 6331 PM & on the third Tuesday at Children's Museum chorus will be 5581 or visit Tin Mountain EcoForum: NH Chairlift Speed Dating at Black 7:00 PM at the home of Barbara a creative, holistic group learning newengland.usa.taoist.org. M. Savary, 1724 NH Rte #16 on from gifted teachers. Sarah Environmental Report Card Mountain: The lift line of love will the corner of the South end of Waldron and Candace Maher Conway Public Library winter Nature Learning Center, 1245 run from 2-4pm. Sign up begins at Bald Hill Road. Everyone inter- along with guest teachers and vol- story times thru March 15. 10 ses- Bald Hill Road Albany, NH 12:30pm and is free with purchase ested in stamps is welcome! FMI unteers will lead the chorus. sions always at 10:30am No regis- 03818. Tel#. 603-447-6991 of a lift ticket Find your mate and 603-447-5461 or email Barbara @ tration is necessary. Older siblings enjoy a drink at the Lost Bo Pub Welcome Back Zippity Zoo Open House & Program at the at Black Mountain or next door at [email protected]. and guests are always welcome! Bartlett Public Library on (weath- EVERY 4th THURSDAY of the Tuesday 2-14 winter story time for the Shovel Handle Pub afterward. Loss and Recovery Group: A month 11am. This is a traveling er date Thursday February 16) Info: 603-383-4490. 2 year olds. Wednesday 2-15 win- from 6 -8:30 p.m. The Trustees, leader facilitated peer support zoo program, 30 minute in length, ter story time for babies less than 2 group for those who have lost brought to us by Granite State the library staff and the Friends of 4th annual valentine's brunch at years old. Thursday 2-9 winter the Library will be hosting the the Seminary; served from loved ones. Groups run for 6 Zoo. It will feature 3 animals; 2 story time for 3 & 4 year olds. week; 2 groups they are "please touch" and 1 special guest event, which is open to all resi- 9:30am-12:30pm (snow date sun- Wednesdays 9:30 to 11:30 am and that is experienced with eyes only. Cranapalooza at Cranmore dents/homeowners of the town. day) Parsonsfield seminary 504 5:30 pm-7:30 pm. These sessions $5. Healthy Kids Gold/Maine Moutain This fun-filled event fea- The evening’s program on Black north road Parsonsfield ME FMI are held in the Meeting Room at Care Free. turing face painting, s’mores, Bears in New Hampshire present- (603)539-5233 or (207)793-8519 The Met Coffee House located at games with C-more the Penguin, ed by Jaclyn and Nancy Comeau. MWV Children’s Museum- Kids Valentine Pancake Breakfast and 2680 White Mtn. Hwy, North live music, family entertainment Tuftonboro songwriter and musi- Raffle (7:30 am - 10:00 am), Conway Village. No registration History Tree House. 10am-5pm. takes place every Saturday from A safe indoor Tree House for kids cian Brian Hastings will perform Community School student trip necessary. FMI: Call Visiting 12/31-3/10 and Wed 2/22. As a at the Corner House Inn’s story- fundraiser, 1164 Bunker Hill Nurse & Hospice Care Services of to play in with the near by History bonus, fireworks are offered at Tree exhibit. telling dinner program. FMI and Road, South Tamworth. Kids Northern Carroll County at 603 6:30pm on 2/18, 2/25, and 3/3. reservations contact the Corner under 3 eat FREE. Call 323-7000 356 7006 or toll free 1 800 449 MWV Children’s Museum Dress- Mountain coaster, giant swing and House in Center Sandwich at 284- for more information.

Page 24 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 Valley Vision Channel 3 Schedule: 9:00a Ham Arena Youth Hockey 5:00p TBA 10:00a Conway Planning Board (2/9) 7:00p Pawprints FEBRUARY 10-16, 2012 12:00p Scholar Bowl 7:30p Hockey: Kennett vs Hollis (Schedule Subject to Change) 12:30p Scholar Bowl Brookline website: www.vv3tv.org 1:00p Lost in Movies 9:15p Conway School Board phone: 603-356-8941 1:30p Limmer Dance: Movin' On Fusion (2/13) 10 Friday subject to change 3:00p Carroll County Delegation (1/30) 6:00a North Conway Water Precinct (2/8) 6:40p Ham Arena Youth Hockey 15 Wednesday subject to 8:30a Your Workout 7:40p Conway Planning Board (2/9) change 9:00a Scholar Bowl 8:40p Conway Budget Committee (2/4) 6:00a Conway School Board (2/13) 9:30a Scholar Bowl 8:30a Your Workout 10:00a Lost in Movies 12 Sunday subject to change 9:00a Pawprints 10:30a Limmer Dance: Movin' On Fusion 6:00a Ham Arena Youth Hockey 9:30a Hockey: Kennett vs Hollis Brooklinee 12:00p Pawprints 12:30p Recreation Weekly 7:00a Conway Planning Board (2/9) 12:00p Conway Selectmen (2/14) 12:30p Hockey: Kennett vs Hollis 1:00p Breakfast with Willie 8:30a Your Workout 3:00p Conway School Board (2/13) Brookline 1:30p Left & Right 9:00a North Conway Water Precinct (2/8) 4:30p Pawprints 2:30p Conway Selectmen (2/14) 3:00p North Conway Water Precinct (2/8) 11:00a Conway Budget Committee (2/6) 5:00p Hockey: Kennett vs Hollis Brookline 5:00p Rec Weekly 4:00p Scholar Bowl 12:00p Pastor Tim 7:00p Rec Weekly 5:30p Breakfast with Willie 4:30a Scholar Bowl 12:30p Fryeburg Programming 7:30p Breakfast with Willie 6:00p Left and Right 5:00a Lost in Movies 8:00p Left and Right 7:00p Scholar Bowl 5:30p Limmer Dance: Movin' On Fusion 13 Monday subject to change 9:00p Conway Selectmen (2/14) 7:30p Scholar Bowl 7:00p Ham Arena Youth Hockey 6:00a Conway Budget Committee (2/4) 8:00p Ham Arena Youth Hockey 8:00p Conway Planning Board (2/9) 8:30a Your Workout 16 Thursday subject to change 10:00p Conway Budget Committee 9:00p Carroll County Commissioners (1/25) 6:00a Conway Selectmen (2/14) (2/15) 14 Tuesday subject to change 8:30a Your Workout 11 Saturday subject to change 9:00a Carroll County Delegation (1/30) 9:00a Rec Weekly 6:00a Carroll County Commissioners (1/25) 1:00p Carroll County Commissioners (2/1) 9:30a Breakfast with Willie 8:30a Your Workout 3:45p Conway School Board (2/13) 10:00a Left and Right

The Tamworth Farmers' Market Morning Snowshoe Nature Tour Noon to 2:30 p.m., Chequers Villa Jackson Ski Touring Center and is Series at King Pine 5:30 pm The will hold it's second "Deep with Guide. A two-hour tour with in Tamworth will host a delicious hands on. Thom will teach you King Pine Twisted 10 Big Air & Winter" market at the Tamworth a guide leaves at 10 a.m. $10 for Pizzapalooza Party to benefit the how to maintain waxless and wax- Terrain Park Series is a 10-week Town House, Main Street in the tour. Rentals available cost Tamworth Community Nurse able skiis- Classic and Skate. Tuesday night series for competi- Tamworth Village from 10AM - $12. Come in 30 minutes early if Association. FMI call the TCNA FREE! FMI 603-383-9355. tors looking to show off their latest 1PM on February 11th. Among rentals needed. Pre-registration at 323-8511 tricks in the terrain park or off the the offerings will be local meat, suggested Jackson Ski Touring TUESDAY 2-14 table tops in front of the base raw milk and cheese, sourdough Center153 Main St Jackson, NH Valentine’s Storytelling Brunch lodge. Registration form and waiv- Feb. 12 with Becky Rule! Feb Volunteer Morning Coffee breads with NH flour, baked 603-383-9355 FMI www.jack- Break Tin Mountain Center 10 er needed plus one-time $10 entry goods, maple syrup, storage veg- sonxc.org Renowned NH storyteller and fee. (603) 367-8896 FMI native daughter Rebecca Rule. AM-Noon held at the Nature etables, herbal salves and creams, Learning Center http://kingpine.com and art by the Tamworth Artisans. Jackson XC Groomed Trail FMI and reservations contact the The market will also serve up Challenge. The challenge is to ski Corner House Inn at 284-6219, or The Bartlett Public Library will WEDNESDAY 2-13 hearty soups, bread and cider for as much of Jackson’s groomed trail online at host its regular book discussion surface as possible in a single day. [email protected]. Fryeburg Academy Author lunch. program on at 7PM at the library. Lecture Series: David Brooks. Registration opens at 6:00 a.m. in Following a January book about The Met Opera Live in HD! the Touring Center FMI 603-383- 9 am, Quick tips: Free Ski School Recorded at The Free Library of tips at King Pine FMI WW II, this book also explores Philadelphia (and shown on our Presents: Gotterdammerung at the 9355 the war from a POW perspective. Leura Hill Eastman Performing KingPine.com/events screen), David Brooks discusses his Kids Fun Race at King Pine; King The book, Unbroken by Laura book FMI call the box office at Arts Center from 12pm to Mason’s serve buffet breakfast Hillenbrand, has won national 6:15pm.. FMI call the box office at Pine sets up a race course every 207.935.9232 or visit www.frye- Saturday from 10am-3pm on the from 7:30 to 11 am at Masonic acclaim and we are encouraging burgacademy.org/pac 207.935.9232 or visit www.frye- Lodge Rt. 25 Ossipee, support WWII veterans to attend this pro- burgacademy.org/pac Open Slope. The race course is free to all with a lift ticket! FMI local charities. Cost $10. Pp gram. 2:00 pm The Conway Public The Valentines Dance will be held (603) 367-8896 Library continues the Independent US Air force Band of Liberty per- The Conway Historical Society Film Series Popcorn will be at the Brownfield Lions Den on forming at 2:00 pm at St Andrews meeting for February welcomes rtes. 5&113 in Brownfield, Maine Puppet show At the White served. Admission is free. Stop by Mountain Waldorf School, nature in the Valley in Tamworth. FMI speaker Andy Davis of the world the library for a full schedule of from 8:30 P.M.-12:30 A.M. for 603 323 8104 Fellowship. "Story Telling in adults 21 & older with music by stories and fairy tales are told or Independent Films in the series, presented through puppet shows Northern New Hampshire" This which runs through March. Linwood Cash & “The Ridge MONDAY 2- 13 is a pot luck meeting so bring a Riders”. Admission is sin- to foster creativity in the children’s imaginative play. Come join us at The Mountain Garden Club will dish to share, small gift for the raf- 2 for 1 Tickets at King Pine gles/$10.00-couples/$20.00 and fle and a few dollars for raffle tick- –KingPine.com/events our dances are ‘Bring Your Own the Conway Library from 11am to have a program titled Organic 11:30am to watch a show. FMI Vegetable Gardening – “Getting ets. Think entree or side dish or Beverages’ and there will be a salad or dessert. The dinner will The Freedom preschool story time 50/50 and a bottle raffle held. 603-447-3168 www.whitemoun- Nutrition Correct. This program at the Freedom Library at tainwaldorf.org will be held at Salyards Center For start at 6:00 pm and the program Proceeds to benefit The will begin with a short business 10:00am is lots of fun for children Brownfield Lions Community The Arts, 110 Main Street in ages 2-5 with music, action Winter Waltz Party!, 7:30 PM Conway, NH and will start at 9:30 meeting at 7:00, followed by our Projects Fund FMI Earl-207-935- Enjoy the marvelous music of our speaker. The Salyards Center for rhymes, stories, crafts and more. 2911 or Trudy –207-935-4617 am with hospitality, followed by a Community Orchestra - Dance to business meeting at 10:00 am and the Arts, lower (rear) level Appalachian Mountain Club's Joe your heart's content Be enter- MWV Ski Touring Weekly the Program will start at 11:00 am. 6:30pm The Conway Public Dodge Lodge & Pinkham Notch Guided Snowshoe Tour Join us tained by Imari and the Sahara All programs are open to the pub- Visitor Center Join us for our Desert Dancers - All to benefit the Library is pleased to host the any Saturday afternoon at 1:00 pm lic. FMI www.mountaingarden- Eaton Sat Sang with a series of 22nd year of the AMC's at the Mt. Washington Valley Ski Mountain Top Music Center club.org or deborah.bryant@hugh- International Dinner Series Community Orchestra. Join the films on spiritual themes. Free Touring & Snowshoe Center for a es.net (Snow Day – Monday, and open to the public. guided snowshoe walk along the fun at the Carriage House at Eagle February 27) Wild Stone: Join renowned East Branch and Saco rivers. FMI Mountain House, Jackson. 2 for 1 Tickets at King Pine climber Sarah Garlick for a multi- 603-356-9920 or Reservations are essential! Reserve US Air force Band of Liberty per- –KingPine.com/events media presentation featuring free http://www.mwvskitouring.org/eve online:www.mountaintopmusic.org forming at 9:00 am at the K.A. climbing routes from the fjords of nts.html#snowshoe , or call 603-447-4737 Brett School.FMI 603 323 8104 Ski with Bobby V The Ski & Greenland to the deserts of Jordan Snowboard School at King Pine.. Garlick's presentation focuses on Appalachian Mountain Club SUNDAY 2 – 12 6:30 pm The Conway Public Valley veteran ski instructor Bobby the common core of her expedi- Library offers Open Mic Night for Pinkham Notch Visitor Center The Dog Days of Winter carnival, Vadeboncoeur will guide the tions: A quest to find -- and climb February Evening Programs begin poets, writers, acoustic musicians group through an exploration of -- untouched cliffs in some of the hosted by 302 West Smokehouse and storytellers of all ages. The at 8 pm. Mountaineering From & Tavern benefiting The Shooting all things skiing.. Bobby V. is a world's wildest locations.This pro- the Whites to Everest. Join floor is open from 6:30 to 7:20. the PSIA certified Level III instructor gram follows the 6 pm Star Foundation and Harvest Hills featured artists take the proverbial Doctor Will Houghton for a pres- Animal Shelter. Registration starts with a wealth of experience.. International Dinner featuring cui- entation on mountaineering both spotlight at 7:30. This month it’s Appropriate for mature intermedi- sine of Jordan. 11:00 am – FMI 207 935 3021 or students and teachers from the in the Whites and Mount Everest. [email protected] ate skiers of all ages. Tuesday Dr. Will will discuss the essence of Mountain Top Music Center. Mornings from 9am – 11:30am! Jerry's Free Ride Wednesdays. mountaineering, with a nod Sweetheart Race at King Pine; Listeners are very welcome, too! $99 for season or $15 per. Adults Jerry give away lift tickets to all of the best ski areas every Wednesday towards its history, and to the real- Race with your sweetheart for the SKIFABS Skiing for fabulous should be able to ski all blue ity of its pursuit today. From what best-combined time from 10am- squares comfortably. FMI(603) during ski season. All you have to women seeking instruction and do is be in the Pub between 6:00 - it means to many in the White 1pm. Winners receive chocolates fun. The Performance Group is 367-8896 Mountains- to what it has become from the Bavarian Chocolate Haus 8:00! 603-383-4344 FMI: geared toward those who are Nordic Meisters 9:00am to www.redparkapub.com on Everest. Programs are free & of North Conway and a chance at already solid in their basic cross open to the public.AMC Pinkham a lodging stay at Purity Spring 3:45pm at Great Glen Trails FMI country skiing skills, and are look- greatglentrails.com Leura Hill Eastman Performing Notch Visitor Center, Route 16, Resort. (603) 367-8896 ing to make technical improve- Arts Center 18 Bradley Street, Pinkham Notch, NH. FMI AMC http://kingpine.com ments for more efficiency and/or Tuesday Trekkers Snowshoe Tour Fryeburg, ME 04037 (207) 935- at (603) 466-2727. Hope on the Slopes Race to Beat faster speed. Classes are led by For snowshoers. A social trek to 9232 or jalounsbury@fryeburga- Audubon Wildlife Sanctuary Cancer 2012. The American Olympian, Sue Wemyss. explore the forest followed by cademy.org Snowshoe tour at Purity Spring Cancer Society’s 35th Annual Participants should have some refreshments by the fireplace. $10 prior cross country skiing experi- per person (additioanal $12 if The onscreen author lecture series Resort/King Pine at 2 pm, FMI Hope on the Slopes . Race to beat continues Featuring: New York KingPine.com/events cancer will take place in North ence. Mondays for six weeks: Pre- rentals needed). Annual members session waxing help 9:00-9:30 am may sign up for the season for Times columnist and bestselling Conway Cranmore Mountain author David Brooks on The Afternoon snowshoe nature tour Resort. To register and for more Performance Group 9:30-10:30 only $55. Skill Level - beginner to with guide, a 2 hour tour leaves at am Recreation Group 10:45- expert.. Tour leaves at 1 pm from: Social Animal: The Hidden information please go to www.can- Sources of Love, Character, and 1 pm. Ski rentals are available. cer.org/racetobeatcancer or call 11:45 am FMI 603-466-2333 or Jackson Ski Touring Center - 153 FMI Jackson Ski Touring Center www.GreatGlenTrails.com Main St Jackson, NH 603-383- Achievement For more informa- Kathy Metz, American Cancer tion visit 603 383 9355 or Society, Community Executive at 9355 FMI: www.jacksonxc.org www.jacksonxc.org Thom’s Amazing Waxing www.fryeburgacademy.org/pac or 603-356-3719 or (800) ACS-2345. Demonstration takes place at Twisted 10 Big Air & Terrain Park contact the box

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, February 9, 2012 - Page 25 The Great Outdoors Eagle Mountain: A short snowshoe challenge By Peter Minnich Contributing Writer

Eagle Mountain is the prominent hill due north of Jackson, clearly visible from Route 16 as you drive north past the Wentworth golf course. The mountain is easi- ly identified by the diagonal slant of its ledges, ledges from which the last continental gla- cier plucked thousands of huge boulders and carried them down the ridge in a southeasterly direction. These are the glacial erratics that dot the wooded eskers and ridges above Mirror Lake. Glacial remnants make rugged, spectacular terrain, perfect for snowshoe explo- ration. The cliff face of Eagle Mountain was created by the glacier plucking away boul- Photo by Peter Minnich ders, while the smooth, gentle Eagle Mtn rises 600 feet above the Eagle Mountain Hotel. The trail climbs the wooded ridge behind the hotel, ascending the cliff band on the right side. slope of the northwest side of the mountain was created by stopping frequently to listen Eagle Mountain Hotel, the with a side trail that descends Last week, Sally and I bush- the grinding abrasion of five to the eerie silence of the win- trail climbs 600 vertical feet in to the Mirror Lake Loop, a whacked up the gentle north thousand feet or more of solid ter woods, broken only by the about a mile to the summit. trail in the Jackson Ski side on crusty snow, starting ice slowly advancing toward occasional cry of a pileated The final 200 vertical feet up Touring Association network. from Carter Notch Road. We the sea. The dual processes of woodpecker or the hoot of a through the ledges are steep Snowshoeing the Mirror Lake reached the summit at about grinding and plucking give wintering owl. and should only be attempted Loop requires a Jackson 3:30, so the sun was getting many of the hills in Jackson Eagle Mountain terminates in good snow conditions, and Snowshoe Trail Pass, which low behind the Iron Mountain their characteristic sheep’s the south end of a long, lumpy if you are comfortable with can be purchased for $10 at ridge. The trail down to the head profile. Geologists call ridge that descends over seven moderate exposure. the Touring Center. hotel had been broken out as this shape “roche moutonnee” miles from the top of Wildcat Start from the parking lot Snowshoeing on the Eagle far as the summit cairn, but as – rock sheep. Duck’s Head Mountain. Though only1613 behind the hotel, snowshoe a Mountain Trail does not we started down, we noticed viewed from the top of Eagle feet high, it rises almost 900 short distance on the require a Jackson Pass. that our snowshoes slipped Mountain has the shape, as feet above the lower village Galloping Gale ski trail (not Beyond this junction, the precariously on big plates of does Nestlenook ledge, and and the golf course. A pleas- on the set ski tracks, if the trail Eagle Mtn. Trail climbs gently broken crust. We made it Stairs Mountain, too. Old ant view over the village, is groomed) and turn right at along the broad ridge, reach- down the steep ground past time woodsmen depended on south to Glen, Intervale, and an old wooden sign - “Eagle ing a small woods pond near a the holey hemlock to the top these shapes as their compass, North Conway can be had Mt” - on a sugar maple tree. ledge on the right. Avoid of the big step. The view always oriented in a north- from the top of the ledges, The trail climbs an old woods crossing the pond if it looks down from the step is exhila- west-southeast direction. taking in the peaks from road, then forks left within wet; bypass on the right. rating. A slip here could mean Viewing these glacially Doublehead, Thorn Mtn., the sight (and sound) of the hotel Beyond the pond, the climb- a 100 foot slide down through carved wonders is best done Moat Range, Iron and Stairs pump house on the right. ing gets steeper and rockier trees on 45 degree crust. when the woods are free of Mountains. Meandering over Maple sugar sap lines are visi- until it reaches the ledge wall. We elected to remove our leaves and bugs, with a good the summit gives views north ble in the woods near the The way through the ledges is snowshoes because they were cover of snow to provide stark across the saddle to Spruce pump house. This is the top easy to follow but may be hard not providing secure grip. contrast for the rocks and Mountain and up to Carter of the tap line, the sap flowing to climb. Good balance and Instead, we heel plunged landforms. Snowshoeing up Notch. As a snowshoe trek, downhill to a collecting tank judicious use of trailside trees down to gentler ground, then and down the steep hills it’s short, scenic, and challeng- behind the hotel. are essential. Step up to the descended to the little frozen affords just the right pace to ing. Above the pump house, the right, then traverse back left pond before putting our appreciate the landscape, From its start behind the trail passes a huge boulder on past the holey hemlock tree, snowshoes back on. The the left, known as the “Cabin and up steep ground to the descent to the hotel was THE BOUTIQUE at 101 Boulder,” because it resembles summit rocks. That last pitch crunchy but peaceful in the a cabin in the woods when is not easy, but the view makes cold, declining light. We covered with snow. Beyond it worth the effort. The sum- stopped briefly to listen for WINTER SALES the boulder, the trail passes a mit is marked by a large coni- the owl, but twilight silence THROUGHOUT THE STORE! signed junction on the left cal cairn. reigned.

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Photo by Scott Andrews The Friday Gliders pose for a group picture before heading out on the Ellis River Trail on Feb. 3. Participation typically runs between 10 and 40. The tour lasts a couple of hours and ends with wine and cheese back at Jackson Ski Touring Center Friday Gliders set slow pace for fun and friendship

By Scott Andrews the additional $10 to ski with bluebird skies and temperature when they discover that they Contributing Writer the group. in the mid-20s. Snow condi- can do it, they feel great.” Our Feb. 3 excursion was led tions and grooming were equal- Every Friday Gliders outing n my jaundiced opinion, by Barbara Keller, who’s been ly excellent. I couldn’t imagine a wraps up with wine and cheese - the sport of cross-coun- teaching cross-country in better day. - and conversation. Keller and try skiing needlessly Jackson for the past three years. The new section of the Ellis Kinsman unfolded maps and exalts speed. Just look at We were also joined by Connie bypasses a small landslide on showed us where we’d been and today’s nordic scene. Kinsman, the director of the ski the old route. It rises 160 verti- outlined plans for future excur- Legions of uber-svelte school. cal feet (about 50 meters) and is sions. Iskate-skiers dressed in sleek, Keller briefed us on the day’s decidedly more challenging Joan Palubniak, a Jackson res- skin-tight Lycra racing suits set plan. We’ll ski northbound on than the old alignment. Keller ident, has been skiing with the a scorching pace as they zip the Ellis River Trail for a few gave us some tips on herring- Gliders since the beginning. across fields and fly through the kilometers and then return. bone ascents: Edging is the key. “It’s fun to ski different trails forests. The high-end ski gear The most ambitious skiers -- And the steeper the trail, the with this group,” she said. in the pricey shops reflects a dubbed the “adventure group” - more edging is required. She Although most regular mania for speed. Open up the - would ascend and descend the also suggested the half-herring- Gliders reside in Mount pages of Cross Country Skier recently constructed section on bone. Washington Valley, others magazine, and both editorial the Ellis and continue to Miles Keller believes that a bit of come farther. Patrick Wood and and advertisements focus on Brook, which is roughly the informal instruction encourages Jane Gibbons drive all the way racers and competition. Photo by Scott Andrews halfway point on the famous people to try new trails and from Sweden, Maine, nearly I’ll happily concede that these Barbara Keller, a three-year veter- trail. become more adventurous. every Friday. superbly fit men and women are an of the Jackson Ski School, led Other sub-groups of less “Some of these people would This coming Saturday there’s getting matchless workouts and the Friday Gliders on their Feb. 3 ambitious skiers would break never come up here by them- another social event that burning calories at a torrid pace. tour off earlier and head back to the selves,” Keller told me. “But attracts many people to Jackson And some of them win prizes in touring center. because they’re in a group with Ski Touring: the monthly races. Since 2004 the Friday Gliders A few minutes after 1 p.m. we some instructors -- plus maybe potluck supper in the main But do they ever stop to smell program has been run by clicked into our bindings and a bit of peer pressure -- they’ll lodge. Just show up at 6 p.m. the snow roses along the way? It Jackson’s ski school, and I’ve headed north on the golf try something that’s a little with a dish to share that’s suffi- doesn’t look that way to me. joined the group a couple of course, through the Route 16 beyond their comfort zone. And cient for six people. The speed scene is especially times over the years. This past underpass and across the Green notable at Jackson Ski Touring. Friday I reconnected with the Hill Road to the start of the With its vast network of Gliders for an invigorating and Ellis River Trail. I noticed that superbly groomed trails, inter- rewarding afternoon. each member of our excursion nationally homologated race The Gliders meet at 1 p.m. was a traditional stride-and- courses and a tradition of com- Number range from about 10 glide skier like myself. And not petition that dates back eight to more than 40 on some special a shred of Lycra! decades, Jackson has long been occasions. Last Friday’s gather- Conditions were perfect, with a mecca for fast skiers. ing was strictly average: 20 par- In stark contrast to the speed- ticipants. Most are retired -- not sters is another group at Jackson surprising for a midweek pro- that skis together solely for fun gram. Law Office of and camaraderie. The Friday About two-thirds of the par- Gliders program is all about ticipants have season ski passes Kurt D. DeVylder, PLLC cross-country at a comfy pace and also join the Gliders pro- with like-minded companions - gram for the full season. Others 33 South Main St., 2nd Floor • P.O. 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by Sven Cole sense, yet rules that we see being Contributing Writer broken with some regularity. Of course I add another rule of my o you know own that I have driven home for The Code? my kids, Don’t assume everyone Not the dis- knows The Code- so ski with count codes your head on a swivel and don’t for cheaper get run over! lift tickets, I bring this up because a Dalthough that is a good one, I friend of mine had a collision mean “The Code” that is the list the other day that left him of rules of the hill that all skiers unconscious for several scary and riders are expected to fol- minutes and he’ll be off the hill low. It is printed on trail maps, for awhile as he has several bro- on posters in the lodge, near the ken bones in his hands, lost a chairlift, often on placards on couple teeth, and has several the lift towers, and in other other injuries that will leave him spots. sore for some time. He was for- If you need a refresher on tunately wearing a helmet as it The Code, then here it is could have been much worse. straight from the National Ski The other skier suffered a minor Areas Association website knee injury, and hopefully is ok. (www.nsaa.org): Of course the conversation in Always stay in control, and be the ER went like this, “How are able to stop or avoid other peo- you feeling? What happened? ple or objects. Whose fault was it?” Ahhhh that People ahead of you have the last question, the “fault” ques- right of way. It is your responsi- tion. bility to avoid them. In this case I didn’t see it with That of course is a totally unfair the merging skier. Of course at majority of skiers and riders out You must not stop where you my own eyes, and my friend has statement, but I was upset. first I didn’t see it that way, in there know The Code. I’d say obstruct a trail, or are not visible no recollection of the accident, The next day I was skiing with the spilt second that it happened that most of the time I see most from above. so I had to go on what the eye my girls and we skied down a I got mad and assumed the kid skiers and riders abiding by The Whenever starting downhill witnesses were saying. The story trail I’ve skied hundreds of had poached the trail he was on Code. That said I think it is or merging into a trail, look is that my friend was skiing times. At the bottom of the trail (he hadn’t as it had just opened, worth while for everyone to uphill and yield to others. down a trail and another skier you go left or right, and in both which I quickly realized as there revisit The Code and to make Always use devices to help was merging onto the same trail cases it’s a trail merging situa- were several skiers coming sure they understand it and that prevent runaway equipment. via a jump and they collided tion. I went skiers right. As I did down) and was having a tough they model it, especially for Observe all posted signs and right after the second skier land- this I looked over my uphill time admitting that I was the those of us who have little ones warnings. Keep off closed trails ed. It seemed pretty cut and dry shoulder to check on my one in the wrong. modeling their skiing on what and out of closed areas. to me and of course that got me youngest, and when a turned It was a humbling experience, we do. Prior to using any lift, you all fired up. back around I was heading right especially on the heels of my With that off my chest I think must have the knowledge and I was ranting to everyone who for a kid who was skiing down friend’s collision. I pride myself it’s time to grab my gear and get ability to load, ride and unload would listen and was figuring it the trail I was merging onto. on knowing ski etiquette and out and make some turns. safely. was some young “punk kid” If we’d had hit (we didn’t) it “not being that guy” that does Despite the lack of natural snow It’s a pretty simple list of seven who just didn’t know the code would have been 100% my the things that makes you we have some very good ski con- rules. Rules that make a lot of nor cared to know the code. fault. I was the uphill skier, and cringe. I try to be hyper aware of ditions out there, so take advan- what is going on around me on tage! the hill, and more to the point I am hyper aware of what is going Sven Cole is a local skier and on around my girls as they are writer. Follow him on Twitter skiing. @svencole. The reality is that the vast

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