VOLUME 34, NUMBER 12 AUGUST 20, 2009 FREE

THE WEEKLY NEWS & LIFESTYLE JOURNAL OF MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY

A State Park Summer: A2 Lake Umbagog State Park offers an enormous lake span- ning two states surrounded by wildernessand dotted with remote campsites and numerous wildlife viewing areas …

Providing Essential Services: Each month, members of a group called Valley Outreach get together at Conway’s Tech Village to talk about how they can pool their resources to best help others …

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Let There Be Bach: The 21st Annual Bach Festival will begin its two-weekend run this Sunday, Aug. 23, with a concert by Ray Cornils on the Casavant organ at Christ Church Episcopal in North Conway …

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A State Park Summer seventh in a series of visits to N.H. State Parks

A paddler navigates the waters of Lake Umbagog in his kayak on a windy, but sunny, summer day. (Photo by Melissa Grima)

Birding, boating, fishing and camping at Lake Umbagog

By Melissa Grima get a closer look at three juvenile bald Coos County Democrat eagles nesting on Pine Point — along n enormous lake spanning the eastern shore of the lake in Maine. two states surrounded by Our guide was knowledgeable and also wilderness and dotted pointed out locations of interest like a with remote campsites and farm recently acquired by the Umbagog numerous wildlife viewing National Wildlife Refuge, and homes of areasA — that’s what Lake Umbagog has year-round residents on some of the to offer. lake’s islands and inaccessible shoreline I traveled to the remote Lake areas. Umbagog State Park, located in During our boat ride we were also Cambridge between Errol and Upton, able to catch sight of plenty of other Maine, with my canoe, fishing poles and boaters in kayaks, canoes and even bass camera ready for whatever the popular boats paddling the lake and trying their spot was willing to offer. My husband angling skills on the many fish species Rick joined me for the day-trip as an that inhabit the waters. Fishing is extra pair of arms to help with the pad- allowed from the water with either a dling — something that would come in New Hampshire or Maine fishing Tents and canoes dot the shoreline at this remote campsite known as Molls Rock in handy as the wind across the lake kept license, but shore fishing requires a the Lake Umbagog State Park. (Photo by Melissa Grima) the canoe rolling during our brief excur- license from the state you are standing sion onto the water. in. We were impressed by the very help- The pontoon boat clipped along the “blue loo” by the park staff. It struck me Route 26 though Dixville Notch before ful staff at Umbagog — under the lead- water, easily carrying us the distance to that without an enclosure to offer priva- heading south on Route 3. Another ership of Mike Stewart— who, it R15 at the far end of the lake where we cy, other than the one provided by notable, our ride north through Berlin seemed, had just been waiting for this found a couple from Madbury, Mass., nature, campers would have to be very had us detoured in Milan due to a series to bring us to their door. No who said they were wrapping up their familiar with each other to be comfort- washout on Route 16. Thanks to the sooner did they find out my purpose camping trip and had been camping able. At the very least, they would be by detour, which had us rejoining Route 16 than they offered up a tour of the lake, remotely on Umbagog for the past 27 the time they headed back to shore. at the junction of Route 110A, we came complete with guide — Jimmy from years — talk about staying power. When we returned to the marina at out facing the osprey nest on the power Colebrook — who was on his way out to Jimmy explained that in his experience the base camp, Rick and I headed out in lines we might have otherwise missed. pick up some campers at one of the fur- it’s not unusual to meet people who have the canoe to get the paddling “experi- thest remote camp sites they offer. been camping at the lake for many ence” so many who come to Umbagog About Lake Umbagog State Park Between the base camp and remote years. People can reserve their sites in desire. We headed toward the Dead Lake Umbagog State Park is located locations this state park offers nearly 70 advance and often reserve the same site Cambridge River, just east of the camp- in Cambridge on Route 26, seven miles camp sites, including three cottages at annually, like this couple who said they ground, where we got a pretty view of a east of Errol and two miles west of the base camp to suit campers of any had a perfect view of both the sunset and pine forest and a row of lakefront Upton, Maine, on the south end of temperament. moonrise from their isolated location homes. We got a few casts in from the Umbagog Lake. We paid our day use fee ($4 for each just south of Sunday Cove. canoe before we tired of being tossed The park is open from Memorial adult) and Theresa and Lisa in the camp A few sites are kept out of the reser- around by the steady wind, which was Day weekend through Columbus Day office helped us locate where we might vation pool so that they can be rented on blowing us in toward shore. It took a weekend and campground reservations be able to spot some moose or osprey a first come-first served basis to walk- good stretch of hard paddling for us to can be made by calling ReserveAmerica from our canoe by highlighting the ins. The majority of the sites accommo- make it back to the marina, but we man- at 1-877-nhparks (1-877-647-2757) or locations on a map of the lake when we date up to six people, with seven sites aged to stay dry. online at www.nhstateparks.org. first arrived. We put our canoe trip on able to accommodate large groups. No trip through Errol would be Day use of the state park facility costs hold, however, and headed out with We got off the boat to tour the site, complete without a stop at L.L. Cote, a $4 per adult. The base campground Jimmy after availing ourselves of the one of the smaller camp areas. A picnic store we had both heard about but never boasts beach access to the lake, canoe, facilities in the base camp’s bathhouse. table and fire ring were the only items seen. We browsed for about half an kayak, rowboat and motorboat rentals, a On the 10.5-mile boat ride to the not in the pine needle-carpeted clearing. hour, grabbed lunch at the Subway camp store, flush and pit toilets and coin R15 camp site, Jimmy pointed out local A short distance into the woods was a pit inside, and then headed home — this operated showers. Pets are permitted. wildlife hot-spots and brought us in to toilet — affectionately referred to as a time completing our loop by taking ▲ On the Cover Inside Index Dueling Top Two Put a little spook into your life! Arts & Entertainment ...... Page A21-28 Defending champion Phillip Gaimon, of Cranmore Mountain in North Conway celebrates Calendar ...... Page A26 Tucker, Ga., has all he can do to keep ahead of Halloween every weekend in October with the return of 53-year-old bicycle racing legend Ned The Ghoullog. PageA 24 Entertainment...... Page A21 Overend, of Durango, Colo., as they competed As the Wheel Turns...... Page A11 in the 37th Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle As The Wheels Turn Hillclimb on Aug. 15. Overend never did catch Peter and Sally take a camping trip to Bradbury On the Rockpile...... Page A32 the 23-year-old Gaimon, who went on to win Mountain State Park in Pownal, Maine, for some single Real Estate...... Pages A19 with a time of 54:37. Overend was 16 seconds track riding on tricky trails. See Page A11 for more. Sports ...... Page A8-A10 behind at 54:53. (Dennis Coughlin Photo)

Page A2 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 In the News

Giving wildlife room to roam in Tamworth Whites-to-Ossipees Connectivity Initiative proposed

The Gilman Forest land that is to be preserved (the land is the side of the hill in the middle-ground of this photo). (Courtesy Photo)

TAMWORTH — The Tamworth already contains much protected and the land, in perpetuity, from develop- For details and updates about this Conservation Commission (TCC) is working forest land, including ment. However, the Forest Society will exciting initiative, check the web site, working with the Society for the Hemenway State Forest. The Gilman continue to pay local taxes. Activities http://www.tamworthconservationcommis- Protection of New Hampshire Forests Forest is part of the scenic ridge visible to such as forestry, agriculture, and public sion.org/specialprojects.html. (Forest Society) to help preserve high the south from Cleveland Hill Road and access for hunting, fishing, hiking, and Alternatively, forward questions to quality wildlife habitat in Tamworth. The is contiguous with several other con- skiing will continue in the Gilman [email protected] TCC, which has for many years worked served properties to the north. The proj- Forest. g or by calling 387-7869. ▲ to preserve lands bordering Tamworth’s ect aims to raise $140,000 to purchase the water bodies, is now focusing land con- property and for long-term stewardship servation efforts on the Whites-to- costs. Pledges of $48,000 have already Ossipees Connectivity Initiative. been received. On Aug. 23, the TCC and Forest Those interested in learning more are Society are offering a field trip and pres- invited to participate in a field trip entation about this new initiative and a through the Gilman Forest at 3 p.m. on current land conservation project: the Sunday, Aug. 23. In addition to the field Gilman Forest. trip, at 4:30 p.m. there will be a presenta- The concept of this new initiative has tion by TCC members on the been developing for several years. The Connectivity Initiative and how the N.H. Fish and Game Wildlife Action Gilman Forest fits into the larger picture. Plan (WAP) rated much of western Both the start of the field trip and the Tamworth and eastern Sandwich among presentation will be at Scott Aspinall’s the highest quality habitat in the state. home, 835 Cleveland Hill Road in The Bearcamp Trackers and other locals Tamworth (on the left, 1.5 miles west of have documented significant large mam- The Barnstormers Theatre — look for mal activity in this corridor, with evi- the Conservation Commission banner). dence that it helps provide connectivity The public is invited to participate in between wildlife populations in the either or both of these events. Sandwich Range and the Ossipee “We’re pleased to be working with the Mountains. The Connectivity Initiative Forest Society to protect this piece of will, over many years, help preserve the prime habitat,” said John Mersfelder, current working, forested landscape that chair of the TCC fundraising committee. supports this abundant wildlife activity. “Their professional staff provide experi- As part of this Connectivity Initiative, ence in the technical details of land the TCC and the Forest Society have preservation, while our energetic volun- begun a project to protect from develop- teer local committee is advancing support ment the Gilman Forest, a 130-acre in and around Tamworth.” forested tract in south central Tamworth, This cooperative conservation project which is bordered by Mill Brook on the will result in the Forest Society owning north and by Durrell Road on the south. the property and the Town of Tamworth The Gilman Forest lot is a central piece owning a conservation easement on it. in the corridor mosaic. The corridor area The conservation easement will protect

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A3 A musical delight arrives on stage in North Conway ‘Hello, Dolly!’ at Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse through Aug. 30 Established 1976 Theatre-goers young and old will delight in a fun, music-filled produc- PUBLISHER tion of “Hello, Dolly!” playing now Richard Piatt through Aug. 30 at Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse in North Conway. Produced by Mt. Washington FOUNDING EDITORS Valley Theatre Company, North R. Stephen Eastman Conway’s professional summer musi- Jane Golden Reilly cal theatre, the talented cast of singer/dancer/ actors features Elyse Wolf and Scott Davidson as Dolly MANAGING EDITOR Gallagher Levi and Horace Nina Perry VanderGelder. The New York actors met as mem- COPY WRITING/ bers of the MWV Theatre Company in 1995, became engaged on stage at PROOFREADING The Playhouse after a performance of Nina Perry “Sweet Charity,” in which they starred in 1996, and were married in 1997. Kristina Whitten “Hello, Dolly!” marks their return to the theatre that has played an impor- CONTRIBUTING WRITERS tant part in their lives, and where they Ann Bennett were featured in many shows includ- New York actors Scott Davidson (VanderGelder) and Elyse Wolf (Dolly Gallgher Levi) Pru Smith ing, among others, “The King and I,” star in Mt. Washington Valley Theatre Company's production of “Hello, Dolly!,” play- “West Side Story,” and “The Pajama ing now through Aug. 30 at Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse in North Conway. Steven D. Smith Game.” Both have gone on to success- Performances are at 8 p.m. nightly and tickets are $29. For reservations and informa- Peter Minnich ful careers on stage in N.Y. and in film tion, call the Box Office at 356-5776 or visit the Theatre Company website at Steve Caming and television, and are enjoying their www.mwvtheatre.org. return to North Conway with their (Courtesy Photo) Linda Tucker son, Max, and dog, Gabriel. John Harrigan Directed and choreographed by The Tony-awarding-winning musical score by Jerry Herman, who Andrew Glant-Linden, in his 20th “Hello, Dolly!” first opened on also composed the scores of the musi- year at MWVTC, “Dolly” also stars CONTRIBUTING Broadway in 1964, and became the cals “Mame” and “La Cage Aux Folles.” Chris Handley (who played Leo longest running musical for its time. It The book for “Dolly” was written by PHOTOGRAPHERS Bloom in “The Producers”) as is the story of turn-of-the-20th-century Michael Stewart, who also wrote the Steven D. Smith Cornelius Hackl; Matthew Patrick widowed matchmaker, Dolly Gallagher books for the musical “Bye, Bye Joshua Spaulding (seen as Eddie Lyons in “Blood Levi, who, after cunningly negotiating Birdie,” and “42nd Street.” And a great Brothers”) as Barnaby; Alison Rose marriages for others through a series of collaboration it was! Linda Tucker Munn (Mrs. Johnston in “Blood comic, romantic entanglements, ulti- Tickets are $29 and group rates are Steve Caming Brothers”) as Irene Malloy, and Anna mately finds her own match. available. The Playhouse is air condi- Malone as Minnie Fay. One of the A love story and a musical extrava- tioned and handicap accessible. For side benefits of enjoying the ganza offering delicious bits of mother- reservations and information, call the ADVERTISING SALES MWVTC shows is seeing the same ly wisdom, it was adapted from Box Office at 356-5776 or visit the Shannon Houde actors progress through the season, Thorton Wilder’s “The Matchmaker.” Theatre Company website at and display their talents in varied “Hello, Dolly!” was produced on www.mwvtheatre.org. ▲ COMPUTER GRAPHICS, roles. Broadway by David Merrick, with DESIGN & COMPOSITION Amanda Dunleavy

LAYOUT DESIGN Thoughts While Weeding Emily Killinger The dog days of August... at long last — summer OFFICE MANAGER By Ann Bennett At the same time, during this period of fall’s chillier temperatures. Planted and Kristina Whitten Contributing Writer seasonal transition, it is important to keep pampered in late summer, it will produce a DESPITE THE HEAT AND in mind the tasks that extend the garden crop in October, just when the balance of DISTRIBUTION humidity, the past week has been a wel- harvest. Keeping up with picking chores is the garden has given up for good. come return to summer as we once knew it. one of them. Even when every inch of Spinach is surprisingly easy to grow, as Bill Collins Or perhaps the beginning of summer — counter space and refrigerator shelf is full long as your soil is rich in organic matter, John Myers and a very short one it will be. It is like re- to overflowing, it is imperative to keep the with plenty of available nitrogen. Spinach Darlene Westfall inhabiting a familiar place, one where the garden well picked. Plants allowed to form does not tolerate acid soil, however. The sun shines every day, the light is brilliant, mature, seed-bearing fruits will stop pro- ideal pH is between six and seven, and Tina Lamy and the garden grows like crazy. Enjoy it ducing, and if that happens, the flow of more acidic soils should be sweetened up while it lasts. vegetables will stop abruptly as well. with ground limestone or wood ashes. Because the hard truth is that August is Now is also a great time to nip out the Above all, spinach is a quick-growing, on the wane, and Labor Day around the growing tips of plants and vines, except shallow-rooted, leafy green comprised of corner. Signs of transition abound, starting perhaps the compact varieties that can be 96 percent water. Adequate moisture is The Mt. Washington Valley MOUNTAIN EAR is published on Thursdays as an independent newspa- with day length. I am acutely aware that easily covered come those first frosty mandatory to keep plants growing rapidly, per by Salmon Press. The publication is printed 51 however lovely the twilight might be, it is evenings. Most tomatoes require a good and mulching plants will help retain rain- weeks each year and is distributed from Ossipee to dark shortly after eight. The woods are month and a half to evolve from blossom to fall or irrigation. Row covers are also a Gorham, New Hampshire, and also in Fryeburg and western Oxford County, Maine. largely silent, the thrushes and other fruit, and blossoms and fruit produced good strategy, since they keep out The MOUNTAIN EAR office is located at migratory songbirds having left for far shortly before a frost are a waste of plant grasshoppers and other preying insects. Mountain River Village on Route 16 in Conway, New Hampshire. Please direct all correspondence away places, and with their departure energy. Better to put them to work matur- Fall lettuces are also easy to grow and to: The MOUNTAIN EAR, P.O. Box 530, comes an inevitable sense of regret at sum- ing the fruit that has already been set. wonderful to have when other cultivars Conway, N.H. 03818. mer’s passing. I spent time this past weekend giving have succumbed to frost. Keep in mind The telephone number to call for general informa- tion and display advertising is 603-447-6336. The fact is that fall is a mere month the melons and winter squash the same before you sow that an early maturing vari- For classified advertising call 877-766-6891. away. September’s Corn Moon, which can treatment, even though in some cases the ety is a must. Oakleaf lettuce, for instance, The Fax number is 603-447-5474. be accompanied by very cool nights, waxes vines are just taking off. By pinching off the or its red cousin, Cocarde, are perfect Ear on Web: newhampshirelakesandmountains.com full on the 4th this year. With luck, moder- fuzzy ends of the vines, I hope to devote examples. Oakleafs mature in six weeks, E-mail: [email protected] for news or ate temperatures will prevail, and the the plant’s energy to fruit production. And and will stand up both to heat and light [email protected] for ad material The yearly bulk mail subscription rate is $35 and is North Country will enjoy extended and as September progresses, pick off any blos- frosts. Another wonderful lettuce for payable in advance. well deserved weeks of late summer weath- soms or young fruit that won’t have time to autumn is Green Ice, a quick-growing er. mature. remarkably frost resistant variety. ADVERTISING DEADLINES The good news is that the harvest is Late August is also the time for final Many seed companies offer lettuce and Advertising insertion orders must be placed one week moving into high gear. For the first time plantings, and there are a number of greens mixes of other greens—for example in advance of publication date, and advertising copy must be received in our office by Monday at 5 p.m. this summer it seems there is an abundance well suited to late summer sowing. It is Johnny’s Seeds, of Albion, Maine, now sells of a variety of main crop vegetables, rather interesting to note that annually the a specific Winter Mix. These cutting mixes LETTERS POLICY than a deluge of a few — piles of kale, for National Garden Bureau selects a veg- are a great option for the fall garden, pro- The Mountain Ear welcomes Letters to the Editor instance, Swiss chard, beets and the other etable to profile, and 2009 is the year of the ducing a great visual display as well. Sown pertaining to local community issues. All corre- spondence should be signed, include a return cool weather cultivars that sustained us Leafy Greens — lettuces, Asian greens, now, the formula mix of leafy greens, let- address, and be addressed to P.O. Box 530, Conway, through wet June and July. Here in the spinach and cuttings mixes among them. tuces of many colors and textures, and N.H. 03818, faxed to (603) 447-5474 or e-mailed to third week of August the beans are in Highly valued as a source of Vitamin A, other greens can be cut for salads in three [email protected]. All letters should be received prior to publication and be no longer than floodtide, carrots, cukes and summer calcium and phosphorus, spinach really to four weeks. So take the time, in these 300 words. The Mountain Ear reserves the right to squash in strong supply, and the tomato shines in the fall garden. A cool weather final days of the season, to get those fall edit letters for length and clarity and to not publish crop beginning to ripen. Baskets and boxes crop that bolts in serious heat, this vitamin greens in and growing. Come October, letters deemed unsuitable. line the kitchen counter. and mineral rich vegetable will welcome you’ll be glad you did. ▲

Page A4 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 Valley Focus & Folks

A family affair. Fifty members of the Ashnault family, and many friends, gathered in North Conway last week to celebrate the 80th birthday of Norma Ashnault Haynes Wassall. Folks converged from Calif., Colo., Wash., Texas, New York, Va., Fla., Ariz., Maine and N.H. to take part in the festivity. Norma shared the day with her husband, Bob Wassall, (her first husband, Bob Haynes, died in 1986) her siblings (Cam, Wally, and Ed), her children (Helen, Bob, Phil and Deb) and their extended families. (Courtesy Photo)

Memorial Hospital Volunteer Ann Wilcox (right) congratulates Russ and Ellie Veale of Glen on winning the volunteer raffle for two round trip airline tickets anywhere in the U.S. The raffle was held as part of the 30th anniversary Memorial Hospital Open Golf Tournament events. (Courtesy Photo) Local couple win golf tournament airline ticket raffle NORTH CONWAY — Russ and Ellie ment since the event began in 1980. Veale of Glen got a surprise call last This year, the airline ticket raffle DAYS LEFT FOR YOUR CHANCE TO HAVE FUN, month when they learned they had won offered a special opportunity for the WIN PRIZES AND HELP A GREAT CAUSE! two round-trip airline tickets for any- Golf Committee to give back to the where in the U.S. from the Memorial community as well. Working with local Hospital Volunteers Raffle. officials, the need was identified for 3311 The volunteers donated travel miles additional life-saving Automatic from their gift shop purchases to benefit Emergency Defibrillators (AEDs) for the 30th anniversary Memorial Hospital Kennett High School and Kennett Open Golf Tournament held on July 30. Middle School. Proceeds from the raffle The tournament has raised more than will be used to purchase additional units $650,000 for hospital medical equip- for these locations. ▲ LEWIS & WHITE MUSIC NORTH CONWAY’S SCHOLARSHIP CONCERT TM MOOSE SAFARI @ SHANNON DOOR PUB MOOSE MOVIE • MOOSE TOUR • MOOSE FUN SEPT. 20, 6:30 PM - MIDNIGHT SAY WHAT:67 SAFARIS WITH 100% SUCCESS! RAFFLE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW @ AVG.NIGHT -7MOOSE • 22 Seat Bus Departs Most Evenings from Train Station Area SHANNON DOOR • N. COUNTRY FAIR JEWELERS • NORTH CONWAY MUSIC SHOP • DESIGN BUNGALOW Reservations Recommended - Adults $25 • Children $20 • Groups (6+) $20 per person OR CONTACT 447-2418 FOR RAFFLE TICKETS & CONCERT INFORMATION Enjoy a 3 hour mountain journey. For more information visit Little Shop in the Woods, North Conway Village. GRAND PRIZE TRIP FOR 2 TO BERMUDA! MWV MOOSE BUS TOURS, LLC • PHONE (1pm-5pm) 603-662-3159 See Our Website! www.lewisandwhitemusic.org

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A5 Valley Focus & Folks Students’ art brings smiles to many faces Memorial Hospital junior volunteers hang student art work NORTH CONWAY — It’s the time of year so many patients, visitors and staff look forward to at Memorial Hospital. Each summer, new art work from students throughout the Mt. Washington Valley community is hung in the hallways throughout the facility. For the seventh year, area schools have partnered with the hospital and its vol- unteer group in the Kids’ Art for Health project. The volunteers mount and frame all of the work, and rotate it dur- ing the year in family and patient areas, waiting rooms and public hallways. This partnership with area schools, grades K through 8, has been successful in bringing smiles to the faces of visi- tors, patients, and staff alike. Children and their families enjoy finding their work while walking through the halls, but the project does even more in returning value to the community. A random selection of the art is made Students hang new art work at the Memorial Hospital. (Courtesy Photo) annually into notecards, which the hos- pital volunteers sell in their gift shop. Half of each year’s proceeds from the Health sales will benefit Children lection include Conway Elementary, and C.A Snow School in Fryeburg, sales are presented to a local children’s Unlimited’s autism program. Jackson Grammar School, Josiah Maine. non-profit; this year’s Kids’ Art for Schools represented in this year’s col- Bartlett Elementary and Middle School, For more information about volun- John Fuller Elementary, Pine Tree teering opportunities at Memorial School, Madison Elementary, Freedom Hospital, call Joan at 356-5461 x 291, or Elementary, the Waldorf School, New read more at www.MemorialHospital MUMS THE WORD! Suncook Elementary in Lovell, Maine, NH.org. ▲ 9AM - 6PM Daily

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Page A6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 Sports Highlights Former Bruins coach brings his hockey knowledge to Ham Arena Kids learn ‘Hockey Sense’ from Robbie Ftorek

By Joshua Spaulding Sports Editor CONWAY — The recent spate of fan- tastic weather has many people heading outside for trips to the beach or a hike to a local mountain summit. However, for one group of kids, the last week brought thoughts about noth- ing but ice. A hockey rink, to be specif- ic. The Ham Arena in Conway played host to Robbie Ftorek’s Hockey Sense camp, where young hockey players got a chance to work with the former Boston Bruins and New Jersey Devils head coach to improve their game and make strides towards becoming a better hockey player. Ftorek, who makes his home in Wolfeboro when hockey season isn’t in full swing, has coached and played at many different levels and brings a wealth of experience to his camps, which are in the second year at the Ham Arena. “Darrell [Umlah, manager of the Ham Arena] asked me if I’d come up and try to do something with the kids,” Ftorek said before taking to the ice for The group of campers at Robbie Ftorek’s Hockey Sense camp in Conway included skaters from Texas and England. a Thursday session of his camp. “I’ve (Courtesy Photo) got to meet a lot of the local kids and parents and see the talent pool.” of little things about the game.” Ftorek’s two sons — Sam, who plays hockey all while instructing the young- Skaters from near and far While the veteran coach noted that in the East Coast Hockey League and sters on how to improve their game. This year’s camp at the Ham Arena those types of things may seem like has played for the Manchester “I’m learning more coaching tips out featured one skater from Texas as well small bits and pieces to a casual observ- Monarchs, and Casey, who skates for here then anywhere else,” Russo said, as three from England, all of whom er, to a hockey player, little things like Middlebury College — join their father noting seven of the skaters participating happened to be on vacation in the Mt. that can make a big difference on the on the staff. Hunter Tweed, who skates in the Conway camp were from the Washington Valley when the camp was ice. for St. Anselm’s College, and Mark Berlin area. scheduled and leaped at a chance to “It’s small stuff, but it’s going to DiCola, who travels from Connecticut The younger group of kids works for learn from someone with Ftorek’s expe- make them understand the concept of to help out and was once Ftorek’s train- about an hour and 15 minutes each of rience. the game,” he said. “They learn situa- er in Los Angeles, is also on the ice. the camp’s days and the older kids fol- Additionally, a number of kids came tions and when it happens in a game “He keeps me honest,” Ftorek said. low with about an hour and a half of from western Maine and there were a they’ll be ahead of other kids who don’t “And he’s really good with all the instruction time. bunch from Conway and Berlin as well. have the training.” details.” “When they get off the ice, they’re In youth hockey, volunteer coaches are Ftorek noted that the only prerequi- They are joined by Berlin’s Bobby tired,” Ftorek said. often charged with a large group of kids site for the camp is that a child can Russo, who credits the camp with help- and asked to make them into a team. skate, since, “with my back I can’t take ing him learn tons about coaching ROBBIE FTOREK continues Page A8 Often times there is not enough time to teaching kids how to skate.” go over the finer basics of the game, One-on-one time which is where a camp like Hockey A total of six coaches are usually on Sense comes into play. the ice during camp hours, which “We try to get the kids to think allows the kids a lot of one-on-one time Do you need financial help about the game,” Ftorek said. “We with people who know the game. with spaying or altering of teach them how to shift and stop prop- “There’s a lot of individual atten- erly, pivots, explain the dots, things that tion,” Ftorek pointed out. “Which I your dog or cat? are in the game that a lot of times are think is really important. If we see overlooked. something that’s not right, we can work 224-1361 before 2 p.m. “Like angles,” he continued. “Lots on it individually.”

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A7 Robbie Ftorek Continued from Page A7

When the older kids take the ice for the second part of the camp day, Casey Ftorek and Tweed often dress and play against the campers in scrimmages. “They learn how to play the body angles and use their balance,” Ftorek said. “Casey and Hunter teach them.” Ftorek points out that the times when he learned the most about hockey growing up in Massachusetts was when he played with his coaches at the Boston Skating Club. Bryce and Owen Richmond, broth- Casey Ftorek directs a young camper during the Thursday ers from Bethel, Maine, came down to Robbie Ftorek helps a young skater get his skate properly tied prior to the start of the Hockey Sense camp at Conway’s Ham Arena on morning session at Ham Arena. Conway for the camp. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) “Ftorek is awesome,” said Bryce. Thursday, Aug. 6. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) “We were looking around for hockey camps and found this and thought it would be fun.” “He’s teaching us how to set up plays, maneuvering,” his brother Owen noted, listing a number of other small details of the game that he was picking up from Ftorek. “He works on all our skills, not just the team aspect,” said Bryce. “He makes it seem like an individual thing, not just in a group.” Shawn Smith, the nephew of Umlah, the rink manager, traveled up from Boston to learn from Ftorek, echoed how the little things take center stage. “We learned positioning more and stick handling,” Smith said. “He goes over a lot of the angles, too.” As the kids went through their paces A young skater listens to what former Bruins coach Robbie Ftorek has Robbie Ftorek goes one-on-one with a camper to show on Thursday morning, a number of to say during drills at the Hockey Sense camp in Conway. him how to turn a puck Thursday at the Ham Arena. parents watched from the relative (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) warmth of the arena lobby as their kids skated with someone who once stood behind the bench at the TD Banknorth south to the seacoast or even into on. In addition to the camp days, there camps can e-mail FtoreksHockey@ Garden and led the Bruins onto the ice. Massachusetts. was a game night on Thursday to help aol.com or they can stop by the Ham For the parents, this was a great Kids in the program ranged from age kids show off some of their skills. Arena in Conway or call the arena at chance to have their kids learn hockey six to 16 and they all got on-ice time Anyone looking for more informa- 447-4888 and ask for Darrell. ▲ from a pro without having to drive throughout the week as the camp went tion about Ftorek’s Hockey Sense Attitash Realty

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Page A8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 Sports Highlights 5th Annual Freedom Old Home Week 5k Road Race Thappa, Drach take top honors at Freedom Old Home Week 5K FREEDOM — The fifth annual For walkers, Matt Elliot was the top Freedom Old Home Week 5K road race 14 and under competitor for boys in took to the roads on Saturday, Aug. 8, 40:52, while Nicole Costantino was the with categories for runners, walkers and top girl in the same group in 45:53. even dog walkers. Sarah Elliot was second in 45:55. The fastest time of the day was Emma Nicholson was the top girl in turned in by 19-year-old Andrew the 15-19 group in 50:10, with Mary Thappa of Illinois, who was visiting his O’Donnell finishing in 55:10. grandparents and tackled the course in a Tracey Nicholson won the 20-29 time of 18:34, despite not being used to group in 47:17, with Sarah Groleau sec- the hills that runners encounter. ond in 49:23. The top female time of the day went Jen Ogren and Joanna Billington tied to Nancy Drach of Ossipee for the sec- for the top spot in the 30-39 group in ond year in a row. She finished in 21:50. 49:23. Husband and wife team Rick and Kelley Skehan was second in the 40- Clare Wales of Madison were the top 49 group for women (behind the overall walkers. Rick clocked in at 37:28 and top female walker) in 41:29, with Jackey Clare at 40:41. Roberts finishing in 43:24. The top dog walker was Erin Skehan Frank Nicholson won the 50-59 of Ossipee who finished in 43:24, while group for men in 47:17, with Pam Mark Gardner of Freedom was the Fortin winning the women’s group in fastest male dog walker in 50:31. 42:29. Nancy Mendelsohn was second For the age groups, Todd Desmarais, in 46:00 and Linda and Frances Jr. won the 14 and under group for boys, Nicholson both crossed in 50:03 to tie Nancy Drach of Ossipee was the first finishing in 26:23. Ryan Carpenter was Andrew Thappa won the Freedom Old female finisher in the Freedom Old Home second in 30:50 and Thomas Tedesco 5K ROAD RACE continues Page A9 Home Week 5K. (Courtesy photo) Week 5K. (Courtesy photo) crossed in 30:51. For the same age group for girls, Sara Anderson won in 34:39, with Sarah Cutting taking second in 35:21 and Lauren Smith finishing third in 35:40. Nathan Locke was the second place finisher in the 15-19 group (behind Thappa) with a time of 23:11, just ahead of Gregory Locke in 23:12. Zoe McKenzie won the girls’ group with her time of 26:01, while Leah McDonough was second in 27:18. Bryce McKenzie won the 20-29 group for the men with a time of 19:37, two seconds ahead of second-place Jonathan Warren. Gordan Willey was third in 24:41. For the women, Betty Chan was tops in the group in 29:17, with Sarah Mele second in 29:54. In the 30-39 group, Brian Johnston was the first male in 20:40, followed by Knute Ogren in 24:41 and Scott Taylor in 25:47. For the women, Jennifer Avery was tops in 26:12, with Amy Clark Feldman second in 26:27 and Ana Johnston third in 28:55. John Krebs won the 40-49 group in 23:36, with Gerard Costantino in sec- ond in 24:29 and Darren Celso third in 24:42. Tami Celso won the same age group for the women, finishing in 22:11, with Melanie Gilpin second in 25:25 and Linda Perry third in 25:39. Ron Newbury won the 50-59 age group with a time of 18:38, with Dave Drach second in 20:33 and Paul Warren third in 20:51. Carol McConkey took second in the age group for women (behind the over- all female winner) in a time of 31:45, with Nina Warren finishing third in 34:35. Frank Holmes won the 60-69 group in a time of 21:53, while Ludwig Schiessl was tops in the 70 and over group in 28:45. Arlene Knight won the female 70-plus group in 36:36.

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A9 Sports Highlights

Robbie Ftorek comes to Ham Arena Robbie Ftorek works with campers at the start of Thursday’s session at the Ham Arena in Conway. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo)

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Page A10 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 As the Wheel Turns Bradbury Mtn State Park: Nothing puny about these trails By Peter Minnich Contributing Writer CAN POPULARITY SPOIL A good thing? Hmm. Well, take just about any good mountain biking trail that’s been around for awhile. It starts as sweet single-track — maybe even “secret sweet single-track” — gets passed on by word of mouth, gets publicized, then probably gets used to death. The Moore Dam Trail might be a case in point. I finally got to ride the whole trail from Dodge Hill Landing to the North Littleton Landing last week. Unfortunately, I was disappointed. Having heard about the trail from Marty’s Basch’s book, published in 2007, I think we were about three years late in Our campsite at Bradbury Mountain State catching the ride in its pristine glory. Park in Pownal, Maine. The mountain bike Of course, the trail was muddy and trails can be reached a few hundred yards the roots super slick, but the part I from our campsite. found most disappointing was the con- (Peter Minnich/Mountain Ear Photo) dition of the bridges that Marty makes such a big deal about. The bridges had missing planks, rotten boards and sharing the pleasure of a good ride with impossible approaches. Yes, they were everyone who wants to try it. Keeping challenging, but taken altogether — the the good thing for yourself leads to local mud, the slimy roots and rock gardens, isolation, not a very democratic thing. and the decaying carpentry — maybe How can you have it both ways — too challenging. good quality trails and open public access? The answer may lie in the colla- IT TOOK US TWO HOURS OF borization of mountain bike trail net- ride and push to get to the north end of works. Collaborization means that the the 4.2-mile trail, and neither of us had trails are built, maintained, and con- the moxie to ride it back south. So, we trolled by a non-profit entity such as the took the road route back to the car. I’ll Kingdom Trails Association and the try it again in drier conditions, but I’ll Millstone Hill Trails Association. take a hammer and some nails to do a The Jackson Ski Touring Foundation little repair work on the bridges. I sus- is just this sort of association. The col- pect that the decline in this trail, if that’s laborative secures private landowner what it is, may be the result of too many permission and establishes a mission riders and too little maintenance, maybe and an organization to maintain and a case of over-popularity. manage the trail system. The trails are To avoid overusing local trails, riders open to the public on a fee-paid basis. A in some areas will not disclose the loca- map comes with the fee. There are tion of their favorite stash of single- ground rules for using the trails on the track, just so it won’t end up in some map.For example: Don’t make new route book description or in a bike col- trails. Observe closed trail signs. Stay on umn like this one. I can understand this A built-up section on the Lanzo Trail. Gravel and small stones fill in between logs to firm urge to secrecy, but I also believe in BRADBURY MTN continues Page A12 up the trail bed through muddy areas. (Peter Minnich/Mountain Ear Photo)

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A11 the close proximity to dense population This is Bradbury. How hard could this BY LUNCH TIME WE’D rid- Bradbury Mtn centers such as Freeport and Portland. be? den everything in the Knight Woods, We reserved a campsite online The “O” Trail was easy enough for a including some trails not on the map, Continued from Page A11 (www.maine.reserve world.com) on the few hundred feet. There were wet roots, but obviously open and legit. We want- backside, away from the road. Campsites green rocks, tight turns - all the usual ed more, but needed fuel first, so we the established trails. Yield to other for non-residents cost $20.33 per night. stuff. Then it began to happen. Rock headed back to our campsite, only a users. No horses or motorized vehicles Day use is $4.50 for out-of-staters, things appeared, big, hard rock things puny quarter mile away. That’s conven- on the trails. Ride in control. That’s unless you’re lucky enough to be 65 or you had to ride (or walk) over or around, ience. No traffic. No drive. No store. pretty basic stuff, necessary to keep older, in which case it’s only a buck and and then there’s a tight turn and trees Just a quick shortcut through a vacant from messing up the environment and a half. reaching out to grab your bar. The first campsite, and we’re on the campground alienating landowners in the mass pur- We arrived Tuesday evening, set up rock garden woke me up out of my puny road. This place is winning me over. suit of happiness. camp, ate dinner, and walked around in delusion. This is hard stuff! We weren’t After a lazy lunch, we rode out This summer’s rains have played hell the gathering darkness looking for the going to cruise this trail. A few minutes behind the campground on the Lanzo with mountain biking trails all over bike trails. Our trail map showed that later, we heard voices off in the woods to Trail, which the “Oh S#*T” riders said New England. When I last visited the biking trails should be right near the our left. It wasn’t just voices; it was was a good cruiser. We linked the Lanzo Kingdom Trails in July, many of the campground. It didn’t take long to find a shouts and screams. together with the Ragan, part of the trails on the upper mountain were wide gravel path that led us to a sign “Oh, s#*t! Argh.. Damn! I almost Ginn and the West Fox for another two closed due to muddy conditions. The board. We took a turn onto the Knight made it. Gotta try that again. It’s hours of excellent riding. These are all Bradbury Mountain State Park trails in Woods trail and walked in along an old doable.” We saw two vague figures off intermediate trails but not without tech- Pownal, Maine, high on our list of trail stone wall. A junction invited us into a through the trees, and concluding that nical sections, as I found out on a networks to try this summer, were single-track that disappeared into the they were not injured or dying, we con- stonewall crossing that left its mark on closed until Aug. 5 due to the rain. woods — signed the “O” Trail. tinued on our way, attempting to survive me. You can’t relax, even if it is only Managed trail systems have that over- Junctions are numbered and keyed to the two and half miles of the tightest intermediate. sight to close trails in order to preserve the map. We walked a bit farther on the turns, the slipperiest roots, and the bare- The next day we headed out to them during poor conditions. So, Knight Woods Trail and came to a sec- knuckle hardest rock gardens I’d ridden Freeport to do the tourist thing, includ- Bradbury remained closed and untried ond junction with “O” Trail. Okay. This all summer. This is the “O” Trail. When ing a stop at Bean’s, seafood at Cindy’s (a by us until last week. After Millstone would be a good place to start in the we caught up with the two vocal riders, favored clam shack south of town on Hill and the Kingdom Trails, I wasn’t morning. We headed back to camp. they asked us, “So, how do we like the Route 1), and an afternoon of kayaking sure Bradbury would have much to Remember, I’m still thinking puny. Oh S#*T Trail? This is our fifth or sixth at Winslow Park. When we returned to offer. How wrong I was! There’s none of the biker buzz like try on it. And we’ve never cleaned the Bradbury, the place was crawling with around the Pub Outback in East Burke, whole thing.” mountain bikers. Thursday night is I DOWNLOADED THE BRAD- none of the awesome rock piles and I was completely awake now and obviously ride night. So, after a quick bury trail map, and it looked puny next quarries as at Millstone Hill. Other than aware that we had stumbled into some- hike up the mountain, we got back on to the Kingdom and Millstone maps. the sprinkling of trails we’d seen, there thing over our heads. But we persisted. our bikes for another cruise around When the website announced the trails was little to indicate what we’d find the It was like one of those roller coaster Knight Woods. would be opening Aug. 5, we decided to next day. rides that goes on and on and on. ow can Friday, we had to head back to the make a trip east to Maine. We slept in, of course, had lazy cups this be only two and a half miles? Valley, but we had to do one more ride Coming from N.H., it takes about of coffee and breakfast, and finally got Finally, we got spit out back on the before we pulled up camp. We got up at two hours to wind through the Sebago going around 10:30 a.m. The forecast Knight Woods Trail, an hour and a half 6 a.m., had coffee and a quick breakfast Lake area, through North Windham to had been for cloudy weather with a after we started. and got out on the trail at 7 — definite- Gray and on over to Pownal. Bradbury chance of rain on Wednesday. So, what’s That is one hellava ride, whatever ly a first for me. We did a big loop on Mountain State Park is set on 800-plus new? But the weather looked pretty you want to call it. A trail like the “O” the northeast side, taking in Fox East, acres of forested land, six miles east of good. The sun actually poked through teaches you what you can ride or can’t Ginn, and returning on Ragan and Freeport and the coast. Access to the the clouds. We headed to the woods to ride. Maybe it teaches you what you Lanzo, all in an hour and a half. We park is by way of Route 9, which divides try the “O” Trail. Yes, we saw that the shouldn’t try. My final words before we wanted more, but the real world called the park in half. The park offers 35 rus- map described the “O” as a black dia- headed off to do some intermediate us. We headed across Route 9 to the tic campsites, a central shower building, mond — a “very challenging tight trail.” trails was this: “I want to try that one park headquarters, used the bike wash to pit toilets and running water. Day use But this is not Millstone Hill where you again, maybe from the other direction.” hose off the mud, then headed back to seems to be their main purpose, given could fall into a 500-foot deep quarry. Old fools never learn. break camp. The Bradbury map comes in two parts — East Side and West Side — Route 9 is the divide. All the riding we did was on the East Side. There is riding on the West Side, but less single-track, more snowmobile and double-track. There is also rumored to be a trail out of the West Side that connects the Bradbury trails to the Pineland Center trails. That’s for exploration next time. And there definitely will be a next time at Bradbury. If you’re interested in riding a well- managed trail system, featuring good signage, a clear map, a free bike wash stand, and convenient, inexpensive camping, try Bradbury Mountain State Park. Finish the day with a lobster roll and a Gritty McDuff’s. This Saturday, Aug. 22, the Mt. Washington Velo Club will hold its Annual BYOB ride and barbecue. Get the details at www.mwvveloclub.org. All riders, members or not, are invited to ride and dine. See you there. ▲

Page A12 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 Passages North Country Notebook Deaths Meteor showers, the rooftop deck, and nothing but blackness Bernard M. “Bernie” Witkop By John Harrigan comets. The sparks we see are the comets’ groceries or firewood), and if we need Bernard “Bernie” Witkop, 81, died Contributing Writer dust entering our atmosphere. They are them for a repair job or something, there’s Aug. 12 after a courageous two-year IN ONE OF LAST WEEK’S issues shot-lived, but fun to see in the black of a switch. Otherwise, they’re off. battle with cancer. of the New York Times, opposite the night. We have visitors from down below the He was born Nov. 16, 1927, in Maureen Dowd’s latest tirade (this is Ah, there is the rub, not the rub of your notches (sometimes far below the notch- Saratoga Springs, N.Y. Bernie grew up meant as a compliment, because I admire knuckles on your eyes upon awakening, es) who marvel at the blackness of our in Saratoga and enjoyed working at the her style, if not her ideology), was a piece but the rub on the notion of blackness of night sky and bemoan the loss of their trotting track with horses for many titled “Dust in the (Cosmic) Wind” by the night sky. We are losing it. own. Not until shades on street-lamps and years. He played football in high school Christopher Cokinos. Nancee and I sometimes forget how industrial lighting are installed to direct and after high school he enlisted in the In it, Mr. Cokinos observed (neat verb blessed we are with the blackness of the light downward where it’s most useful and Navy. After the Navy he then attended in this topic) that for centuries Christians night. We can go out and put sleeping efficient will Urban America ever get back Siena College for four years. He mar- associated the Perseid meteor shower, bags on the rooftop deck on the ell off our its night. ried Marguerite Shutter. He was a which just occurred, with the martyred bedroom and recline thereon to gaze up Most of the editors of this column — comptroller for Raytheon in Nigara Saint Lawrence, whose feast day fell on on heavens black save for the moon and who shepherd it into the dozen papers of Falls, N.Y. before transferring to Stow, Aug. 10, thereupon likening the display the stars. From that vantage point, not a the Meredith-based Salmon Press group Mass., where he continued to work for with “the tears of St. Lawrence.” light is visible when we turn our lights off that run it — want me to do my best to Raytheon. He enjoyed living on the This reveals me as a non-practicing (as they are turned off every night). accompany the column by a photograph. lake, camping trips, skiing, golf, and French-Irish Catholic. Until I read the Okay, satellites and space debris and But in this case, I could think of nothing, striper fishing. He loved the hunting clipping, I thought that the St. Lawrence the space station and the occasional except a rooftop deck awaiting sleeping camp in the Adirondacks, where he was a mighty river serving as (a) a route Loring-Plattsburg military jets show up. bags and a clear night of nothingness. enjoyed card games more than hunting. for Champlain, who by the way is a sub- That’s a given, and in the case of the Air This reminds me of the line from After his divorce, he moved to North ject for a new and much-revealing book, Force, a decided welcome. Stanley Kubric’s “2001” book, which goes Conway and continued doing account- and believe me, I’ve read everything on Do we have night-lights and spot something like “My God, it’s full of stars!” ing and tax preparation. He was able to Champlain, and (b) an obstacle between lights? Sure — we have farm machinery ▲ continue his love of skiing and especial- me and a thousand miles north, which was and animals and all else that goes with ly apres ski. He took pride in bringing (and is) Labrador. rural life, and view light as a handy thing (John Harrigan’s address: Box 39, “Saratoga Sausage” to Wildcat Meteor showers happen when the — but on necessity. Our outdoor lights Colebrook, N.H. 03576. E-mail: hooli- Mountain for apres ski cookouts. Earth’s orbit intersects with debris from are motion-activated (great for lugging [email protected]) He is survived by two daughters: Diane Witkop of Harrison, Maine and Debbie Robinson and her husband, Gordon, of North Conway; his brother John “Doc” Witkop of Lake Placid, Fla., and a sister, Katherine “Kate” ADVERTISING Ture, of Saratoga Springs, N.Y. His grandchildren Jamie and Jesse Robinson SALES REPRESENTATIVE and Devon Witkop. Also, many nieces and nephews as well as their families. 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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A13 In the News

Members of the Valley Outreach Team meet every month at the Tech Village to discuss common issues and collaborative. (Linda Tucker/Mountain Ear Photo) Did you know? — People seeking help can start by dialing 2-1-1 Valley Outreach works to provide ‘essential services’ to Valley youth and families

By Linda Tucker These dedicated people — Ann, community about what we do and how Hospital, and Public Service of New Contributing Writer Betsy, Bob, Christine, Cyndi, David, do residents who may be in need of serv- Hampshire (PSNH). It bills itself as a THE MOUNTAIN EAR NAME Dmitry, Evan, Jennifer, Jessica, Karen, ices contact us?” statewide, comprehensive information is a great play on words — sounds like Lance, Lori, Patti and Trish (to name a That’s where this newspaper can and referral resource for everyday needs mountaineer, could refer to keeping few), have made it their mission to make come into play; we have your EAR (pun or difficult times. Launched in June of one’s ear to the ground, which is a good life better for someone other than them- intended). 2008, in its first year, it helped 22,488 thing for a newspaper to do, but it’s also selves. The Tri-County Community Action callers. 2-1-1 is a free call from any- a TLA (three letter acronym) for They represent more than 30 differ- Program asks a very significant ques- where in New Hampshire. There is no Entertainment, Arts and Recreation. I, ent local agencies including but not lim- tion: “If you want tomorrow to be dif- cost for their services and all interac- personally, think the name is pretty ited to the U.N.H. Cooperative ferent from today, what are you willing tions are confidential. clever. Extension, Granite State College, to do to make today different from yes- They also have a website: However, this article is not about Project Succeed, the Carroll County terday?” www.211nh.org. Most public libraries entertainment, arts or recreation. This Collaborative, the Mount Washington now offer free internet use so people piece is about essential “services.” School to Career Program, the New YOU CAN START BY CALLING without a computer are readily able to Services for the families and youth of Beginnings Project, 2-1-1, Health and 2-1-1. access the 2-1-1 web page. Last year the our Valley. So just for today, I’m going Human Services, the Restorative Justice 2-1-1 can connect you to thousands website received 31,089 hits. According to add an “s”, pretend that we’re called Center, Youth Alternatives, Community of resources across New Hampshire and to published sources, the top five web the Mountain EARS, and write about Health Centers, the Girl Scouts, Big point you to the agency who will best searches were for (1) food, (2) hous- services. Brothers Big Sisters, Memorial serve you. They can direct you to child ing/shelter, (3) provide/repair of basic Hospital, N.H. Works, and Children care resources, clothing and thrift shops, household, work-related and personal EACH MONTH, MEMBERS OF Unlimited — again, just to name a few. discrimination assistance, domestic and necessities, (4) temporary financial assis- a group called Valley Outreach get At their two most recent meetings the sexual violence services, education, tance and (5) transportation. together at Conway’s Tech Village to Outreach team zeroed in on a major employment, food shelves and nutrition United Ways of N.H. representative talk about how they can pool their objective — “how do we get the word programs, healthcare, alcohol and drug Patrick Tufts, President of Heritage resources to best help others. out to the Mount Washington Valley programs, housing, homeless preven- United Way and managing partner for tion, shelter and tenants rights support, 2-1-1 N.H., says that New Hampshire legal assistance, mental health care and residents are calling with very basic counseling, parenting, stop smoking and needs. the other support groups, transportation, “Assistance with housing and utility utility assistance, military and veterans payments, concerns about healthcare Mt.Washington Valley services and networks, wellness pro- and the need for temporary financial aid th grams, etc. and legal assistance indicate that people 39 2-1-1 N.H. is an initiative led by in N.H. are sorely feeling the effects of Theatre Company INC. United Ways of New Hampshire the economic crisis. 22,000 calls is just SEASON (UWNH), in partnership with the State the tip of the iceberg,” commented North Conway's Professional of New Hampshire, Citizens Bank Tufts. “Offering an easy way to find Foundation, the New Hampshire assistance through 2-1-1 couldn’t have Summer Musical Theatre Charitable Foundation, Exeter come at a better time for our state and Curtain # 8PM PLAYING AUGUST 18 - 30 Tickets $29.00 HELLO, DOLLY! ~ # MC & VISA Monday, August 24- ACCEPTED FOREVER PLAID ~ Box Office 356-5776 GROUP RATES EASTERN SLOPE INN PLAYHOUSE MAIN STREET AVAILABLE NORTH CONWAY VILLAGE The Stars of Tomorrow on Stage Tonight. Parking courtesy of Mt. Washington Observatory Weather DiscoveryCenter across the street from the theatre!

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Members of the Valley Outreach Team share their thoughts and ideas at their August meeting regarding communication of services. (Linda Tucker/Mountain Ear Photo) will help many individuals and families mate of declining staffing and increasing access the safety net of community serv- demand at their agencies, finding the ices available to them,” said Tufts. resources to maintain their site has been The 2-1-1 website lauds the help it a challenge. While they are still hoping received from PSNH as critical to its to continue with the “forparentsake” success, indicating that Public Service of site, submitting content about their Left to Right : Betsy Gemmecke, Granite State College; Karen Cole, Memorial Hospital; New Hampshire stepped forward as a agencies to 2-1-1 insures that should Jessica Blais, Partners in Prevention; and Lance Zack, Restorative Justice Center, lead partner, offering to embed the 2-1- they lack volunteers to sustain their site, brainstorm some outreach ideas at their most recent monthly meeting. 1 N.H. operation within its recently information about where to go for help (Linda Tucker/Mountain Ear Photo) built, state-of-the-art call center in will be out there for clients to find. Manchester. Most of the agencies present at the tion out. While calling 2-1-1 or access- formed one small service by publishing ing www.211nh.org or www.forpar this article. If everyone who reads this entssake.com are resources that are out passes the information along to friends hese dedicated people have made it there, we’re hoping that the media can and family who may be looking for help, their mission to make life better for help us to make our presence known,” clients and agencies can connect. And says one spokesperson for Valley that’s what Valley Outreach is all about. someone other than themselves.” Outreach. ▲ “T Hopefully, today, the EAR has per- “We recognized that we could share most recent meeting indicated that they WANTED 10 HOMES FOR our technical infrastructure and expert- found writing about their services no ise, and by doing so help meet the vital problem but navigating the web posting DISPLAY PURPOSES needs of New Hampshire citizens,” process was not necessarily a user- friendly task. Not being web gurus, they noted PSNH’s Paul Ramsey. “The 2-1- N 1 N.H. project is a great example of often found the intricacies of the web NEW FOR EW what can be accomplished when organi- site confusing. Having an organization 2009 PREMIUM VINYL SIDING zations around the state with different like 2-1-1 take over that duty relieves a strengths and resources come together necessary burden from them. 2009 PREMIUM WINDOWS in support of a common goal.” “Our services are here, and while “In a stand alone 2-1-1 operation, it some agencies are finding an increased CALL 1-866-823-2900 would be difficult to replicate, and vir- request for assistance, we’re not sure tually impossible to sustain, the level of that families and youth are aware of all REMODCO, INC. technology and expertise that have been the options that are available. In these 100% FINANCING – CONSOLIDATION made available to us through the part- strained economic times, there is more Get your Government Rebate Program from us! nership with PSNH,” said Heather need than ever to get referral informa- Aicholtz, director of the 2-1-1 NH Call Center. “We are very fortunate.” Maj. Gen. William Reddel, the Adjutant General of the New Hampshire National Guard, and Nick Toumpas, Commissioner of DHHS, in a recent presentation to Governor Lynch, announced future plans to part- ner with 2-1-1- N.H. on a military out- reach campaign targeted toward service members, veterans and their families. According to a 2-1-1 press release, N.H. DHHS’s Bureau of Community Based Military Services in partnership with WMUR will launch a 2010 PSA cam- paign to encourage members of the mil- itary to access services when they need them using 2-1-1 as a way to connect to all services. “For our state’s military community, which includes more than 15,000 serv- ice members representing the National Guard, Reserves and active duty, this program makes it easier for them, and especially their families, to find help when they need it,” Reddel said.

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A15 Ear Marks Ned Overend, second-place finisher, in hot pursuit for entire race Phillip Gaimon defends Mt. Washington crown in Bicycle Hillclimb PINKHAM NOTCH — Defending champion Phillip Gaimon regained his hillclimb crown on Saturday, Aug. 15, fol- lowing a close and exciting duel with mountain bike legend Ned Overend, a man more than twice his age, in the 37th annual Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb. Gaimon, 23, of Tucker, Ga., beat Overend, 53, of Durango, Colo. by 16 seconds on the steep and winding 7.6- mile course up the Northeast's highest peak with a personal best time of 54:37. The pair rode with Kevin Nicol, 42, of Lafayette, Colo. until he fell off the pace near the five-mile mark. “I just tried to go my pace and hoped he (Overend) would crack,” said Gaimon. “I didn’t count on it taking so long, but he Philip Gaimon 23, of Tucker, Ga., breaks finally did.” the tape at the finish of 2009 Mt. The three were near record pace on Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb, the bottom half of the mostly paved road winning the grueling 7.6-mile race for the until the trio got into a race-slowing tac- second year in a row, with a time of 54.37. tical game with riders wheel-to-wheel Taking second, 16 seconds behind, was near timberline. Ned Overend, 53, of Durango Colo., with This was the second time Overend a time of 54:53. (54:53) has finished second in the (Dennis Coughlin Photo) WEWE INVITEINVITE YOUYOU TOTO

EXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE BACKBACK BABAY!Y! Sue Schlatter, 46, of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, raises her bike in celebration of her women’s division victory at the 2009 Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb. Care-free Retirement Living at Schlatter powered her way up the 7.6-mile course in a time of 1:07:43, a new course Taylor Community’s Wolfeboro Campus record for the 45-49 age group. (Dennis Coughlin Photo) Hillclimb, a race he first entered in 2005. have made everyone slower,” he said. He finished fourth that year and came What weather! back in 2006, placing second. Mount Washington’s notorious weath- “I was hanging back a little bit,” said er was nowhere to be found as the 600 Overend, the former World Mountain registered riders from ages 10 to 74 left Bike champion. “I wanted this to be a fast the base area under sunny morning skies time.” and a 74 degree temperature. Gaimon is no stranger to Mount At the finish, the temperature was near Washington. The pro rider, currently 60 and winds about 20 miles per hour, a training in Pennsylvania, won last year’s balmy day at the 6,288-foot summit. Hillclimb after finishing second five Gaimon led for virtually the whole race weeks earlier in the other bicycle race up with the three increasing their distance joinusat Mount Washington called Newton’s from a smattering of other elite riders as OPEN HOUSE Revenge. He made some gear adjust- the competition left the shelter of the WEDNESDAYS ments prior to the competition and tried trees for the dramatic barren alpine land- 2PM-4PM to ride his own race. scape. Three miles into the competition, Rt 109A to Bay Street “If I played around too much it would Gaimon led the trio on a race for the & Taylor Drive in Wolfeboro

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Page A16 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 The real winners of the Hillclimb are Tin Mountain and the Valley’s kids

he Mt. Washington cyclist editor/reporter Richard Fries, Auto Road Bicycle “It has become the unofficial world Hillclimb has come a championship of hill climbing.” long way since its Both Wemyss and Devellian were inception in 1973, right: revenue from the annual event when it was a small provides about one-third of the current local event and Boston cycling legend annual operating budget for Tin T Mountain’s environmental education John Allis took first place. It remained small and local until the programs. Tin Mountain Executive Auto Road’s Howie Wemyss offered Director Michael Cline said, “Howie the event as a fundraiser to Tin and Dick laid the foundation, but many Mountain Conservation Center in others of our dedicated Trustees, espe- 1991. Howie and Tin Mountain cially Mary Power, current events Trustee Dick Devellian understood the manager at the Auto Road, have con- tinued to improve the Hillclimb. The Philip Gaimon leads Kevin Nicol and Ned Overend, above timberline, during the 2009 untapped potential of the race, and event is critical to providing environ- Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb, held Saturday, Aug. 15. over the next several years it attracted mental education in the schools, at (Dennis Coughlin Photo) world-class cyclists like Tyler Hamilton, Genevieve Jeanson, Jeanie summer camp, and through our many record, 49:24, which was set in 2002 by home 149th in 1:24:49. Longo, Tim Johnson, and Tom community nature programs. We are Tom Danielson, with an unofficial time of Dennis Weeks of Conway was 195th Danielson. fortunate to have the confidence and 19 minutes before slowing down. in 1:29:15 and Ben Cargill of Intervale Tin Mountain attracted national support of the Auto Road.” Nicol, in his first Mount Washington was 280th in 1:37:27. Andy Kramp of sponsorship for the event from Audi, Tin Mountain Conservation Center race, stayed with them for about five Intervale reached the summit in 1:39:22, and new record breakers saw Tyler is a 501(c)(3) non-profit environmental miles before hitting a personal wall. placing him 296th overall. Rich Laracy of Hamilton and Genevieve Jeanson both education organization. Since 1979, “I thought I had the advantage on the Conway finished 344th in 1:44:24, while win cars for their record times set in the Center has offered hands-on pro- steep grades, but when it leveled out, I Ginger Rober of Bartlett was the top local 1999. Jeanson’s women’s record grams in the schools, at summer thought that was my weak area,” said woman in 1:50:15, placing her 389th remains (0:54:02), but Tom Danielson camps, and within communities Nicol. “I wanted to ride at my own pace, overall. shattered Hamilton’s record in 2002 but I cracked.” with a time of 0:49:24. According to REAL WINNERS continues Page A25 His time was 57:50. HILLCLIMB continues Page A25 Two riders with completely contrast- ing styles, the calm-riding Gaimon broke away from the bobbing Overend after the six-mile mark, gathering a 10 second lead which he extended before the final 22- percent pitch. “I thought I was going to die there, but Ned was dying more,” said Gaimon. That final pitch was also a dramatic spot for women’s winner Susan Schlatter, 46, of Ottawa, Ontario, who ran with her bike after falling in a “little divot” near the last push. The second-placed finisher in the 2006 race, Schlatter finished with a time of 1:07:43. “The thing with this race is not to lose concentration. Your mind starts to wan- der,” she said. Schlatter and Marti Shea, 45, of Marblehead, Mass., rode together for about three miles before Schlatter pulled ahead. Shea, the three-time Newton’s Revenge women’s winner, was attempting to win the Hillclimb for the first time, but finished second at 1:10:12. Third place went to Kristen Gohr, 38, of Reading, Mass. The excellent weather may have been good for the cheering summit spectators, but not for all the riders. “This was not good,” said Douglas Jansen, 46, of Pelham, who finished 20th. “This was too hot for me. I was very hot for the first few thousand feet of climb- ing.” Jansen is the leading points rider in the BUMPS series, a series of bicycle hill- climbs throughout the Northeast. Records fell Though the course records stood, four age-group records fell. Schlatter’s victory gave her the record in the women’s 45 to 49 category, besting Shea’s record up the mountain of 1:08:42, which was set earlier this season in Newton’s Revenge. Gohr’s time was good enough to beat a 1999 mark in the women’s 35 to 39 group. In the men’s 60 to 64 group, Michael McCusker of Buckland, Mass., finished with a time of 1:15:35, which bested the 1:19:34 set by Arthur Leblanc of Pembroke in 2005. Though Leblanc may have lost that record, he picked up another one. The 65-year-old rider’s 1:29:47 put him at the top of the men’s 65 to 69 group, shattering the 1:31:22 record set in 2001. A number of locals also tackled the road to the clouds on Saturday. The top local finisher was former Kennett standout athlete Peter Ostroski, who placed 18th overall in 1:06:25. Dave Murphy of Jackson came home 31st over- all in 1:10:16. Jackson’s Steve Vosburgh was 148th in a time of 1:24:46 and 15- year-old Jordan Cargill of Intervale came

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A17 Business News MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE LISTINGS &&Theatre awards annual Business in the Arts award to local bank Barnstormers Theatre honors Meredith Village Savings Bank LACONIA — On Aug. 16, The and culture as vital to a strong local organizations and various events in Barnstormers Theatre celebrated 79 economy and a vibrant, healthy commu- 2008. “This is personal time, given on years of professional summer stock the- nity. In his speech honoring Meredith their own, to help make our communi- atre, making it the oldest such theatre in Village Savings Bank, Roberts high- ties better,” said Roberts. the nation, with a gala celebration and lighted its longtime, generous support More than 100 people attended The its annual Business in the Arts award, of the arts and other nonprofit organi- Barnstormers Theatre’s annual gala which was presented to Meredith zations in the Lakes region, going all event, which featured live and silent Village Savings Bank. the way back to Seneca Ladd, who auctions and entertainment from the “Meredith Village Savings Bank is a founded the bank 140 years ago. “His cast of The Barnstormers’ current pro- wonderful neighbor, and it has been for vision for the new bank was to make it a duction, “I Love You Because.” 140 years,” said Parker Roberts, chair- centerpiece of the community,” said Accepting the award for Meredith man of The Barnstormers Board of Roberts. Village Savings Bank was Sam Lavarack, Directors. That vision continues to the present the President and CEO. The Business in the Arts Award rec- day. In 2008, the Meredith Village The Barnstormers Theatre is the ognizes business leadership in the arts Savings Bank Fund made 22 awards, oldest professional summer stock the- ranging from $600 to $9,000 and total- atre in the nation, presenting live the- ing over $83,000. The bank’s atre since 1931. Meredith Village Sutherlund Scholarship Foundation, Savings Bank has been serving the Lakes Summer’s Eve Party established to honor past president Jim Parker Roberts, chairman of The region since 1869 and currently has Sutherlund, also made scholarships Barnstormers Board of Directors, con- offices in Meredith, Guilford, Laconia, held Aug. 16 to available to high school students based gratulates Sam Lavarack, President and Plymouth, Ashland, Center Harbor, celebrate historic inn on their academic achievement and CEO of the Meredith Village Savings Moultonboro, Alton and Wolfeboro. their commitment to the community. Bank, recipient of the 2009 Business in the For more information on the award The employees of Meredith Village Arts Award. (Courtesy Photo) or The Barnstormers Theatre, visit Christmas Farm Savings Bank are also well known for www.barnstormerstheatre.org on the web their personal commitments to commu- Over 200 employees contributed over or call 323-8500. ▲ Inn and Spa under nity activities, according to Roberts. 13,400 hours helping community new ownership

Christmas Farm Inn and Spa hosted Overall results find local drinking water healthy a summer’s eve party on Sunday, Aug. 16, to celebrate the new ownership of Local businesses participate in GMCG groundwater study this historic Jackson inn. New owners Sydney Sloame and Dennis Learner EFFINGHAM — This summer, the business owners can do to protect surface coming months, with a Road Salt BMP were welcomed to the community as Green Mountain Conservation Group and groundwater quality and are available Workshop scheduled for Nov. 5 from 6 to Janice Crawford, Executive Director of embarked on a whole new level of water for distribution by towns, lake associa- 8 p.m. at Runnells Hall in Chocorua. the Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of quality research by studying groundwater. tions, and residents of the watershed. The workshop will feature speakers Commerce, officiated the ribbon cut- Unseen and therefore often unnoticed A BMP Strategic Plan was also drafted from N.H. DOT, N.H. DES/Route 93 ting ceremony. and forgotten, the health of our ground- to focus on four areas in the Ossipee salt mitigation work group, U.N.H.’s The party drew a large crowd of water affects many of us on a daily basis. Watershed needing attention: salt, nutri- Technical Transfer Center, and the guests and Valley residents alike, as all A grant from the N.H. Moose Plate ents and sediment, septic systems, and U.N.H. Natural Resources Department. came to show their support and join in Program and partnership with Smith hazardous chemical use and storage. This GMCG was also able to participate in the celebration. Guests enjoyed music College made it possible to sample wells strategic plan will be incorporated into the Ossipee Household Hazardous Waste from The Swingtones, as well as free this July in order to gather baseline data the Natural Resource Guide for the Day again this August. Thirty-five well dance lessons, refreshments and food. for groundwater in the Ossipee Ossipee Watershed towns. The plan is test kits were handed out to people that The party was held under a massive tent Watershed. intended for use by road agents, lake asso- stopped by to learn about how they can ‘on the green;’ an area across from the There was an overwhelming response ciations, town planners, and businesses, as protect drinking water resources. inn, used for weddings and other large of people wanting to be involved in this well as homeowners, to assist efforts in Newsletters and brochures, including the events. study: over 100 residents, businesses and maintaining or improving surface and new BMP brochures, were handed out as The Christmas Farm Inn, built in town facilities contacted GMCG over a groundwater quality in the Ossipee well. 1786, offers guests “the personal touch- two week time span. Eighteen local busi- Watershed. For more information or to get es of a country inn with the amenities of nesses and public water suppliers partici- The strategic plan draft was presented involved in water monitoring and drink- an upscale modern resort.” Their pated in the project, ranging from auto to the public at a BMP workshop that was ing water protection efforts, contact: 539- diverse range of lodging options, spa body repair shops and housing develop- held in conjunction with the Ossipee 1859 or email gmcgnh@road runner.com. and fitness facilities and family friendly ments to boat shops and a marina. In the Aquifer ordinance work session on Aug. GMCG has many volunteer and student end, 60 wells throughout the Ossipee 13. Public involvement to complete this intern opportunities available for 2009. amenities make this a great New ▲ England inn. Christmas Farm Inn also Watershed were sampled and preliminary BMP strategic plan will be ongoing in the hosts weddings, offering indoor and results from Dr. Robert Newton at the outdoor functions facilities, spa pack- Aqueous Geochemistry lab at Smith ages and custom menus to cater any College show that while a handful of wells are salt impacted and a few have style wedding. New Ourr The dining room, open to the public, higher fluoride levels, the aquifer is in iisiitt ! V siitte ! is where guests can enjoy first-class cui- good health overall. Web sine from Executive Chef Guy Putnam Another big focus of the summer was nightly. The Christmas Farm Inn and public education and outreach about Best Mon - Thurs Fri, Sat, Sun Management Practices (BMPs), support- Spa also has a pub and cabana for cock- $ GOLF SPECIALS $ tails and lighter fare. ed by a grant through the N.H. DES. 49pp 59pp For more information on Christmas Three new brochures were developed Til Noon 18 Holes, Cart & Farm Inn and Spa in Jackson, call 383- about septic system maintenance and out- Til 2pm ▲ lining simple things homeowners and Greens Fees 4313, or visit christmasfarminn.com. $ 41pp $ 49pp $ Noon-3pm $ 9 Hole 2-3pm 39pp 36pp 3pm-Close 3pm-Close Rates Also

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Page A18 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 Business News &&MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE LISTINGS CONWAY LAKE “Golden Pond” of MWV ABSOLUTE AUCTION INTERVALE, NH (North Conway Area)

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A19 Entertainment Arts Recreation Special price Young Adult tickets&& on sale all week Last show of the ‘I Love You Because’ at The Barnstormers, Aug. 18-22 summer season “I Love You Because,” this week’s stag- ‘On Golden Pond’ ing of a recent off-Broadway musical, adds a new dimension to The Barnstormers at Barnstormers many-flavored summer fare. A young, splendidly talented cast, many Aug. 25 - 29 of whom are new to The Barnstormers, sing their way through a modern look at love, sex, and dating, with the final empha- sis on love, of course. (Things haven’t changed that much since Jane Austen wrote romantic novels about early 19th- century dating.) The Pride and Prejudice connection resides largely in the characters’ names — Diana Bingley and Marcy Fitzwilliam (Barbara Hollander and Stacie Bono) and Husband-wife team of Frank T. Wells and Jeff and Austin Bennet (David Perlman Vinette Cotter (Courtesy Photo) and Jimmy Boorum) — though there are shades of Mr. Darcy’s haughty proposal to The Barnstormers Theatre concludes Elizabeth Bennett when Marcy sings to its 79th season with “On Golden Pond,” Austin, “And even though you’re so much the heartwarming dramatic comedy by paler than my dream man, even though Ernest Thompson, on Aug. 25 to 29 in you’re such a dork and I don’t feel the way Tamworth. I should, even though I should stop, well Norman and Ethel Thayer, an elderly here I go, I love you in a way I didn’t even couple, return to the family cabin on know I could.” Golden Pond, perhaps for the last time. The two sets of lovers are humorously They’re joined by their estranged daugh- framed by the multiple personalities of ter Chelsea, her new boyfriend, and his NYC Woman (Amy Prothro) and NYC son — testing the strength of family Man (John Haggerty) and all are well sup- bonds and forging new ones in this ported by live music under the direction of Drama Desk Award-winning comedy. Bret Silverman. Igor Goldin’s tight direc- “‘On Golden Pond’ is the perfect play tion gives us the choreography of move- to end our season with, given that we’re ment that makes this show so appealing to In this week’s play at The Barnstormers, ‘I Love You Because,’ Barbara Hollander nestled here between the mountains and watch. Jesse Beecher’s beautiful and effec- appears as Diana, David Perlman as Jeff, Jimmy Boorum as Austin, and Stacie Bono as the lakes region,” says Bob Shea, artistic tive New York City set design is brought to Marcy. (Brad Ball Photo) director of The Barnstormers Theatre. life by Karen Perlow’s lighting, which “It’s a marvelous play about the love of guides us through night and day in the Big Family groups (which include at least one that people — even unmarried ones — place and the seasons that we go through Apple. person 18 or under) may purchase tickets have sex with each other, so parental guid- from year to year and over the course of The humor and vivacity of I Love You on the day of the show for less than half ance is suggested. our lives.” Because will delight grown-ups of every price: $14.50 for orchestra seats and $9.50 “I Love You Because”: Aug. 18 – 22 at The husband and wife team of Frank age, and people living through their own for the balcony. These special tickets are The Barnstormers Theatre, Main St., T. Wells and Vinette Cotter, both veter- romantic trials and tribulations may find it subject to availability, so first come, first Tamworth. Curtain: 8 p.m. Tuesday – an Barnstormers, return in the roles of particularly eloquent. served. The Barnstormers also offers Saturday, Saturday matinee at 2 p.m. For Norman and Ethel Thayer. Wells has In order to encourage younger patrons Saturday Matinee Young Audience Tickets information and tickets, call the box office spent nearly 50 years in the theatre as to see this show, THIS WEEK ONLY for people 18 and under — $15 in the at 323-8500 or email tickets@barnstorm- producer, director or actor, and has also The Barnstormers is offering a special orchestra and $10 in the balcony. “I Love erstheatre.org. Family Night ticket sales appeared in commercials, TV and film. YOUNG ADULT ticket price to ages 17 You Because” deals directly with the fact begin at noon on Friday. ▲ Vinette Cotter celebrates her 13th season – 26 for ALL PERFORMANCES. with The Barnstormers, where she has Tickets bought on the day of the show are appeared as Mrs. Peachum in “The the same price as the Saturday Matinee Auditions to be held Aug. 22 & 24 Threepenny Opera,” Lettice in “Lettice ticket price: $20 for orchestra seats and and Lovage,” Eleanor in “The Lion In $15 for the balcony. M&D Productions to hold auditions for Winter,” Marie in “Slow Dance With a And don’t forget: Friday Night is Hot Pickup,” and Miss Daisy in “Driving Family Night at The Barnstormers. Miss Daisy,” among others. ‘August: Osage County’ Amanda Baker, most recently seen in last summer’s productions of “Babes In M&D Productions will host audi- dark comedy set on the plains of modern Arms” and “And a Nightingale Sang,” tions for its sixth “2009 Mainstage” pro- day, middle-class Oklahoma. The plays their daughter, Chelsea. Bill duction of “August: Osage County,” by Weston family members are all intelli- Mootos is her boyfriend, Bill Ray, Joshua Tracy Letts. Auditions will be Saturday, gent, sensitive creatures who have the Nungesser is Billy Jr., and David Brown Aug. 22, at 1 p.m. and Monday, Aug. 24, uncanny ability of making each other appears as Charlie, the local handyman. at 6 p.m., at YourTheatre in North absolutely miserable with their sharp Blair Hundertmark returns as director, Conway. tongues and wit. When the patriarch of having also directed this summer’s Performances will be Oct. 8, 9, 10, the household mysteriously vanishes, “Deathtrap.” 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, with a special free the Weston clan gathers together to The Barnstormers Theatre is the old- performance to all MWV Chamber simultaneously support and attack one est professional summer stock theatre in Hale’s Location members who attend the Chamber’s another through humor and snide com- America, presenting professional theatre “After Hours” hosted by UPS Store of ments. Not since “Lion in Winter has Country Club to the Lakes Region of New Hampshire North Conway on Oct. 20. Call 662- there been such a clever show. since 1931. Performances of “On Golden 7591 for cuttings of this once in a life- Ken Martin, the director, will cast the Golf Community Pond” are at 8 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday, time production. This show is nominat- show from all who audition. There are Enjoy unlimited deeded golf, low plus a matinee at 2 p.m. on Saturday. ed for the NH Theatre Awards. parts for 6 men, ages 25-70 and parts for Tickets are $24.50 to $29.50 for evening taxes, low annual fees. This hilarious dark comedy has a list 7 women, ages 14-70. Auditions will shows and $15 to $20 for matinees. Homes starting at $649,000 of awards a mile long to include the consist of cold readings from the script. Friday night is Family Night, with fami- Call the Hale’s Location 2008 Drama Desk Award for Best New To get a character description of each ly groups (containing at least one person Home Specialists Play; 2008 Drama League Award for character, just go to age 18 or under) admitted for half price, Distinguished Production of a Play; www.yourtheatre.com home page and available on the day of the show. Saturday 2008 New York Drama Critics' Circle click on the auditions link. matinees are $10 to $15 for youth 18 and Award for Best Play; 2008 Pulitzer Prize For further information or to set up a younger. for Drama and finally the 2008 Tony private audition, call the theater at 662- For more information, or to purchase Award for Best Play. 7591 or email us at tickets, call 323-8500 or visit the web site “August: Osage County” is a hilarious [email protected] ▲ at www.barnstormers theatre.org. ▲

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A21 Valley Round-Up Internationally renowned organist Ray Cornils to perform Kick-off concert of 21st Annual Bach Festival set for Aug. 23 Internationally renowned organist String. The program will conclude with Internationally renowned organist Ray Ray Cornils will present a concert on two contemporary representations of Cornils will present a concert on Sunday, Sunday, Aug. 23, at 4 p.m. at Christ Bach, the “Trio in the Style of Bach on Aug. 23, at 4 p.m. at Christ Church, Church, Episcopal, on the corner of Alles Was Du Bist,” interpreted by Billy Episcopal, on the corner of Main and Pine Main and Pine Streets in North Conway Nalle, (1921-2005). Streets in North Conway Village. Village. The concert, which is the Ray Cornils is the Municipal (Courtesy Photo) “Prelude” to the 21st annual Bach Organist for the City of Portland, a post Festival, will feature the music of J. S. which he has held since 1990. He is also Bach, with Cornils performing on the the Minister of Music at First Parish Casavant free-standing, two manual Church, UCC in Brunswick, Maine, val performances or who wants to show tracker organ. where for the past 20 years he has led an additional support for the endeavor, a Commenting on the Sunday per- extensive music program of five vocal special all-concert pass is available in formance, Cornils said, “It is a pleasure and two handbell choirs. In addition, he each seating section at a “pay for three to be invited to play as part of this year's is a member of the music faculties of and attend four” basis. Tickets are avail- Bach Festival. The Casavant organ is a Bowdoin College, the University of ing at $15 and the customary general able at the door, or on the web at: perfect vehicle for the contrapuntal Southern Maine , and the Portland seating will also be available at a sug- www.whitemountainbach.com and music of Bach and I look forward to Conservatory of Music, where he teach- gested donation of $10. For the Bach www.mwvevents.com, where a full sharing his great music with you on es organ, harpsichord and related class- enthusiast who plans to attend all festi- schedule and festival details are given. ▲ Sunday afternoon. Among many of es. Bach's greatest works will be a few The 21st Bach Festival takes place lighter moments and surprises.” over two weekends, beginning with the Casavant refers to an illustrious and organ recital on Aug. 23. Instrumental Reception and performance to remember a dear friend pre-eminent Canadian organ-building and vocal performances on Friday, Aug. firm which celebrated its centenary in 28 through Sunday, Aug. 30, will high- Benefit cabaret at playhouse 1979. The organ located at Christ light works of Johann Sebastian Bach Church Episcopal was dedicated in May and other Baroque composers and will of 1979 and its unique and beautiful feature a 65-voice Bach Festival Chorus, honoring Jerry Downs, Aug. 23 music is appreciated by organ masters 24 instrumentalists, and 15 guest Mount Washington Valley Theatre cabaret style performance, patrons will and audiences alike. A total of 768 pipes soloists. Company, North Conway’s own profes- have the opportunity to meet the actors speak from the two manuals and pedal Tickets for the 21st Annual Bach sional summer musical theatre company, and visit with friends and neighbors. division of the instrument, producing a Festival will continue to offer a choice of is hosting a benefit performance, cock- There will be an array of hors d’oeu- sound well-matched with the acoustics seating available at all performances. For tail party and auction at 3 p.m. on vres, beverages and desserts donated by of the sanctuary. those who wish to be seated as close as Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Eastern Slope local restaurants, and a live auction with Some of the featured works of Mr. possible to the performers, there will be Inn Playhouse, to celebrate the memory items generously provided by local busi- Cornils’ performance on the Casavant the Conductor’s Circle seats with tickets of Jerry Downs, who recently passed nesses. Though the shows have been organ will include Prelude and Fugue in for this section at $20 each. The middle away. wonderful, and widely acclaimed by G Major, BWV 541 and Air on the G Intermediate Section will provide seat- The fundraising event will help keep those in attendance, the economy, theatre alive in the Valley and honor weather, and slow business in the Valley Jerry, a long time supporter of reduced expected ticket sales by a whop- SSUUNNDDAAYY NNIIGGHHTT DDIINNNNEERR TTHHEEAATTRREE PPAACCKKAAGGEE MWVTC, who served on the Board of ping 25 percent. A huge turnout for this Directors, as Treasurer of the Theatre event will help raise the necessary funds Company, Box Office Manager and to keep the theatre alive in the Valley, ““HHEELLLLOO DDOOLLLLYY”” House Manager. and remember a dear friend who loved Members of the Company will per- MWVTC. CALL FOR DETAIILS 356-6460 form musical numbers from best-loved Tickets for the event are $35 and may THURSDAY NIGHT IS LADIES NIGHT!! musicals, including some of Jerry’s be reserved by calling the Box Office at THURSDAY NIGHT IS LADIES NIGHT! favorites. In addition to an original 356-5776. ▲ FREE POOL FROM 7PM •• FOOD & DRIINK SPECIIALS STUMP TRIVIA WEDNESDAYS AT 8PM!!! RED SOX TOURNAMENT. COME IN & PLAY FOR A CHANCE TO WIN RED SOX TICKETS!!! Gluten Free Menu Available • Take Out Available An evening with White Mountain AN AUTHENTIC INDIAN RESTAURANT Smoke Dance Ensemble on Aug. 27 Free! White Mountain Dance Ensemble Brown, and Bento, are performing in this ShalimarShalimar returns to the Valley after performing in show and will be joined by guest dancers Biddeford, Maine, Falmouth, Maine, and Cristin Fagone, Dale O’Reilly, Jamie LunchNo wTues-Sun:Serv i11-2:30ng L • uDinnernch Nightly& D Beginninginner ati n5pmOur Cambridge, Mass. Be the first to see Robinson, Emily Anderson, Aindrea Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian Dishes WMDE and friends’ medley of all new Dunleavy, and Juliette Lauzier. Kid’s Menu • Dine In or Take Out choreography on Thursday, Aug. 27, at White Mountain Dance Ensemble New Location!! 7:30 p.m. at Salyards Center for the Arts showcases the beauty of the moving body, 2197 White M27t27n Seavey. SeaveyHwy. Street• RStreette. •1 6North •“T Northhe Conway,Stri pConway,” No rNHth C oNHnway in Conway. while exploring space and embracing top- 356-01356-01232356-01233 • www•. www.shalimarofindia.coms•h www.shalimarofindia.comalimarofindianh.com WMDE is the first and only profes- ics of the human experience. To purchase sional modern dance company in the Mt. tickets for WMDE’s next performance at Washington Valley. WMDE was formed Salyards Center for the Arts, go to North in February of 2007 by Johnathan Pina, Conway Music Shop or call 986-7188. Lori Richardson, Danielle Bento, For more information, email WMDE at Samantha Hounsell, and Gretchen [email protected] Brown. The current co-directors/co-cho- or contact them at their Facebook or “Experience our good nature” reographers, Richard-son, Hounsell, MySpace pages. ▲ 2009 Season Schedule Dining in the restaurant by reservation Tuesday through Friday Casual fine dining just minutes away from Barnstormers Theatre! Live entertainment in the Pub Thursdays Join us for Karaoke or one of these great local entertainers: September 3 – Cormac McCarthy October 1 – Curt Bessette & Neil Zweig All shows start at 7 pm; dinner available in the pub or restaurant 88 Philbrick Neighborhood Rd, Chocorua Just off Rte. 113 between Chocorua & Tamworth Villages 603.323.7766 • www.thebrassheartinn.com

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Educational fundraising event for the Pequawket Kids Association ‘Hug - A - Truck’ at Fryeburg Fair Grounds Aug. 22 Put your imagination in gear and go! Join the Pequawket Kids Association for an educational fundraising event, “Hug- a-Truck,” at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds on Aug. 22. Children of all ages will be provided the opportunity to touch and explore over Instructor Chad Cummings and his stu- 30 fascinating vehicles including trucks, dent, Owen Gagnon, perform at a cranes and tractors. It will surely be a day Flatbread Company fundraiser for that will be remembered for years to Mountain Top Music Center. come! (Courtesy Photo) The gates will open at 10 a.m. and the event will close at 2 p.m. The cost of admission will be $6 per person with chil- dren two and under entering free. Time to sign up Refreshments and t-shirts will be avail- for music lessons able for purchase. All proceeds will bene- fit the Pequawket Kids Association. and classes The Pequawket Kids Association is an Students making posters for the “Hug-A-Truck” fundraiser. (Courtesy Photo) organization that works with elementary Mtn. Top Music schools in MSAD 72 to provide quality opportunities to socialize, do homework, programs. PKA is funded by grants and afterschool and summer academic sup- receive individual or small group tutorial sliding scale fees. Scholarships are avail- Center fall semester port and enrichment programs that support, play and participate in fun activ- able so that all families have the opportu- enhance students’ education beyond tra- ities. The University of Maine’s Bryant nity for their children to participate. ditional school hours. PKA offers parents Pond 4-H Camp and Learning Center For more information about “Hug-a- registration begins a safe, affordable place for their children serves as a community partner, supporting Truck and PKA visit www.pka.me or call when school is not in session. While at PKA’s mission to enrich children’s lives by Laura Riggs-Mitchell at 603-356-8970. Aug. 24 ▲ PKA, children enjoy healthy snacks, have providing overnight and summer camp If someone in your family is inter- ested in making music, now is the time to sign up for lessons, classes and ‘Driving Henry Fonda: Memories of On Golden Pond’ ensembles with Mountain Top Music Center. Madison Library presents Open registration begins Monday, Aug. 24 and the fall schedule has something for everyone; from the free Fonda’s chauffeur’s experience, Aug. 22 Music for Babies class, to private les- On occasion, a decision one makes to Before Sutton’s talk, the Friends of event are $10 and can be purchased at sons in cello, clarinet, drums, flute, get by ends in an unexpectedly rich and Madison Library will serve a home- the Madison Library. guitar, bass guitar, piano, trumpet, rewarding experience. Dick Sutton made summer luncheon, including For more information about this or trombone, violin, viola, and voice, to describes a time like this in his book main course salads, rolls, desserts, and any other Madison Library programs, an after-school strings class to folk “Driving Henry Fonda: Memories of beverages. Sutton will have copies of call 367-8545 or visit www.madison. band to a rock and roll jam band to On Golden Pond.” Sutton will be the his book on hand for sale and signing lib.nh.us. ▲ the community orchestra. featured speaker at the Friends of after the program. Tickets for this Mountain Top Music Center’s fall Madison Library Annual Book and semester begins Tuesday, Sept. 8. Author Luncheon on Saturday, Aug. 22, Registering for classes has never been at 12:30 p.m. in the Chick Room at the easier: either visit www.mountaintop- Madison Library. music.org or call 447-4737 from 9 In 1980, Sutton, a New Hampshire a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through native and a truck driver between jobs, Entertainment All Weekend!! Party With Sarty Every Friday. Don't let another season go took a position in the Lakes Region as a Sunday Night From 5:30-8:30PM by without tapping your musical gift. chauffeur. He found out after taking the Friday night- ▲ job that he would be working for Henry Jon Sarty & Josh Ramsey Fonda while the actor was in New Anni Clark At Their Acoustic Best Hampshire to film “On Golden Pond.” Sponsored by Bud Light Lime Sutton’s book details the friendship that Saturday night- developed and lasted until Fonda’s death Tom Dean 603.383.8916 two years later. at Whitney’s Inn next to Black Mt. • www.shovelhandlepub.com

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A23 Valley Round-Up Scarecrow Contest and Fall Festival set for Saturday, Oct. 3 13th Annual Scarecrow Contest at Settlers’ Green calls for entries Settlers’ Green Outlet Village in Now in its 13th year, the Scarecrow All scarecrows must be handmade by North Conway is calling for scarecrow Contest and Fall Festival is one of the the person(s) entering the contest and entries from schools, non-profit organi- shopping center’s most fun events. must be at least life sized — larger than zations, gardeners, businesses and indi- More than 50 scarecrows will be on dis- life is OK too! All scarecrows will be on viduals to compete in the 13th Annual play for the festival and throughout the display for three weeks and must be Scarecrow Contest hosted by the shop- foliage season. The contest is open to weather resistant. It is very important ping center on Oct. 3. everyone and there is no entry fee. that scarecrows be affixed to a post no Cash and ribbon awards will be given larger than a “two by four,” approxi- in several categories, including the mately six feet tall, and ready for display. At Salyards Center for Traditional Scarecrow, Scarecrow For ideas and photos of previous Family and Friends, the High School year’s scarecrow winners, go to www.set- the Arts in Conway Scarecrow and the Children’s tlersgreen.com The web site has the Scarecrow. A cash award of $100 for first entry form and rules, or stop by the MWVAA presents place, $50 for second place and $25 for management offices for a copy or call third place will be presented in each cat- 356-7031 to have one sent. ‘Kaleidoscope of the egory. The Grand Prize of $500 will be Scarecrow entries must be brought to presented for the Judges Award to the Settlers’ Green no later than 6 p.m. on Arts,’ Aug. 20 - 23 top scarecrow overall. This is a great Friday, Oct. 2. There will be plenty of opportunity for clubs, businesses, social help from the staff at Settlers’ Green in Mt. Washington Valley Arts groups, schools and daycares to have fun putting the scarecrows up in the desig- The Beauty Queen Scarecrow from a pre- Association (MWVAA) will host three- creating a representative scarecrow and nated areas. ▲ vious year’s Scarecrow Contest at dimensional artisans and fine crafts win some money for their organization. Settlers’ Green. (Courtesy Photo) artists at the “Kaleidoscope of the Arts” on Aug. 20 through 23 at the Salyards Center for the Arts in Conway. ‘Stone Walls, Kettle Holes and Mountain Cirques, The Glacial Connection’ Kaleidoscope of the Arts is a juried multi-day show featuring members’ Author Robert Thorson to lecture at AMC on Aug. 22 work in two- and three-dimensional fine art and fine crafts. Each day two differ- AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center Connecticut, book author, and frequent Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. before ent artisans will demonstrate their work, will host “Stone Walls, Kettle Holes, speaker to environmental organizations. the program. Programs are free and including wood turning, rug hooking, and Mountain Cirques: The Glacial He spent most of the summer on a road open to the public. Call the AMC for stained glass and more. Connection,” with author Robert M. trip to explore the freshwater resources dinner reservations or more information Fine crafts artisans working in the Thorson, on Saturday, Aug. 22, at 8 of the glaciated states. at 466-2727. ▲ mediums of fiber, wood, glass, metal, p.m. ceramics and jewelry will also be show- Come explore the physical link ing their work. In addition to these between New Hampshire’s high peaks, demonstrations, the MWVAA Friday the stone walls of the New England Halloween returns to Cranmore this fall Painters group will be painting during plateau, the sandy archipelago of Cape the show. Cod and the islands. Join Professor Cranmore Mountain in North Conway Event dates are Oct. 2-3; Oct. 9-11 According to MWVAA President, Thorson for a slide-illustrated lecture celebrates Halloween every weekend in (Columbus Day Weekend); Oct. 16-17; Jan Eskedal, “Kaleidoscope of the Arts about three signature landforms of New October with the return of The Ghoullog, Oct. 23-24; and Oct. 29 - 31. Tickets are supports the Arts Association’s commit- England. Following the talk he will where visitors board the quad chairlift for a $25 for all ages, with a $2 discount for ment to broadening our scope and rep- answer questions and autograph books, night-time ride to the summit for a haunt- online advance sales. resenting the widest range possible of which will also be available for purchase. ed mountain-top tour. Coming back for its The Ghoullog will operate from 7 to 10 visual artists in our shows and exhibits.” Robert M. Thorson is a Professor of third year, the Ghoullog will be bigger, p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m. The ▲ Geology at the University of scarier and more fun than ever with the ticket office, Pub and outdoor food court addition of new twists and turns to scare will open at 6 p.m. on all dates of opera- 2 newcomers and return visitors alike. tion. -for-1 Tubing Tickets The tour starts at the base of Cranmore The attraction is recommended for ages Thurs. Nites 4-6pm Mountain and includes a night-time stroll 10 and up and parental discretion is through a haunted walkway to the Quad. advised. Tickets can be reserved online at After the 7-minute ride to the 2,000-foot www.cranmore.com or by calling the resort summit of Cranmore, visitors tour the at 356-5544. Only a limited number of Ghoullog, where haunted happenings are tickets are sold each night, so visitors are sure to frighten and surprise the hardiest advised to reserve theirs in advance. souls. Residents of Carroll and Coos County While at the summit, spectacular night- and Oxford County, Maine, are entitled to time views of North Conway Village below a special $19 “locals” rate on Oct. 2-3 and are sure to delight all comers. At the end of again on Oct. 29. Large groups are wel- the tour, visitors enjoy a ride down the come and special group rates are offered - Quad chairlift to the base with a breath- email [email protected] for informa- taking vantage of the Moat Mountains and tion. ▲ Mount Washington at night.

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Page A24 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 Entertainment Rafferty’s Restaurant & Pub - North Conway Lounges, Taverns & Pubs Stump Trivia Night Wednesdays (N) Trivia Game Red Jacket Mountain View - North Conway (N)=Nightlife, (D)=Dining, (A)=Afternoon, (B)=Brunch Tugg Brothers Fri., & Sat., Aug. 21 & 22 (N) Classic Pop Almost There - Albany Red Parka Pub - Downtown Glen Open Mic Night Every Tuesday (N) Host: Simon Crawford The Jamantics Thurs., Aug. 20 (N) Rock Simon Crawford Fri., Aug. 21 (A) Classic Pop Audio Kickstand Fri., Aug. 21 & Sat., Aug. 22 (N) Rock Club 550 - North Conway Shannon Door Pub - Jackson Village DJ Sunday & Wednesday (N) Karaoke/Dancing Dennis O’Neil & Thurs., Aug. 20 (N) Celtic/Folk DJ Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. (N) DJ/Dancing Jon Deveneau Dennis & Davey Sat., Aug. 22 ( N) Celtic/Folk The Conway Cafe - Conway Village Kevin Dolan & Sun., Aug. 23 (N) Celtic Folk Open Mic Night Wednesdays (N) Harlenwolf Record Shop Simon Crawford The Corner House Inn - Center Sandwich Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson Jill Ducsai Fri., Aug. 21 (N) Rock & Roll Anni Clark Fri., Aug. 21 (N) Folk Tom Dean Sat., Aug. 22 (N) Acoustic Delany’s - North Conway John Sarty Sun., Aug. 23 (A) Rock Pie Boys Flat Wed., Aug. 26 (N) Rock Up Country Tavern - North Conway H.A. Cassidy’s - Fryeburg, Maine DJ Kristen Thursdays (N) DJ /Karaoke/Dancing Open Mic Every Tuesday Host: Ronzony DJ Fri., Aug. 21 (N) DJ /Dancing Karaoke Every Thursday Host: Ronzony DJ Sat., Aug. 22 (N) DJ /Dancing Full Circle Sat., Aug. 22 (N) Rock Wildcat Tavern - Jackson Village Homestead Restaurant - North Conway Mark Russo Fri., Aug. 21 (N) Edgy Rock Acoustic Open Mic Thursdays (N) Host: Tom Rebmann Scot Montgomery Sat., Aug. 22 (N) Acoustic Inn at Thorn Hill - Jackson The Wentworth - Jackson Village Mike Jewell Saturdays (N) Solo Piano Judy Herrick Fri., & Sat., Aug. 21 & 22 (N) Piano May Kelly’s Cottage - North Conway White Mountain Hotel - North Conway Dennis & Davey Fridays (N) Celtic Crooners Heather Pierson Fri. and Sat. (D) Piano Celtic Seisuins Sundays (A) Irish Music Mike Jewell Sun., Aug. 23 (B) Piano Brunch

Non-stop laughs with Mike Viselli, Paul Hunt, Mike Koutrobis and Kate Ghiloni Cranmore Comedy Night returns for Labor Day Hijinks Sept. 4 Cranmore Mountain’s popular comedy energetic comic originally from Maine. cles and performing magic tricks. Since Cranmore Comedy Night debut with series continues on Friday, Sept. 4, with Paul got his start in Manhattan in 2002 then, he has broadened his resume, per- great reviews after performing in Boston three popular Boston-area comedians plus working alongside some of the most forming as a stand-up comic, actor, DJ, and Portland comedy clubs. emcee Mike Viselli taking the Eating respected names in the industry. Since then musician and host (both radio and live Tickets to the show are only $10 in House stage for a Labor Day kick off party. he has headlined venues and colleges shows). advance or $12 at the door. To reserve in Doors open at 7 p.m. for an 8 p.m. per- across the U.S. He may be recognized Most recently, he can be found ringside advance, call 356-5544. Previous formance by Mike Viselli, Paul Hunt, from a number of places including a announcing for the Global Fight League, Cranmore Comedy Night shows sold out, Mike Koutrobis and Kate Ghiloni. A cash national Subway commercial, a VH1 short touring the comedy circuit throughout so advance reservations are strongly rec- bar will be available at Zip’s Pub. film, or Last Comic Standing season seven. New England and New York. ommended. This is a 21-plus show. ▲ Michael Viselli has performed in venues Paul blends a mixture of stylings that range Comedienne Kate Ghiloni makes her in and around the Hub such as Nick’s from offbeat observations to high energy Comedy Stop and the Comedy one man rock shows. Connection. Michael is the event’s emcee Comedian Mike Koutrobis has touched and is reprising his comic turns from his on almost every area of the entertainment original sell-out appearance at Cranmore’s industry during his 23 years performing. first comedy night two years ago. Starting out at age 15, he trained with the Also appearing is Paul Hunt. Hunt is an Ringling Brothers, juggling, riding unicy-

variety of weeklong ventures to wild areas Real Winners in northern New England are offered to older age groups. Nearly 300 local chil- Continued from Page A17 dren and families benefit each year from summer programs. throughout northern New Hampshire For adults and families, Tin Mountain and western Maine. offers Community Nature Programs — a Throughout the calendar school year, series of slide shows, hikes, lectures, and Tin Mountain Conservation Center field trips generously sponsored in part by (www.tinmtn.org) provides environmental L.L. Bean, the Evenor Armington Fund learning programs that are tailored to the and Natural Resources Conservation individual curricula of participating Services. schools. This sustained weekly contact Community programs provide a with school children over the entire aca- diverse array of over 70 programs each demic year is a unique feature of Tin year that promote an appreciation of the Mountain’s approach to environmental environment in children, adults, and fam- education. ilies. Every summer, TMCC operates For Tin Mountain Conservation camps for ages 4 to 16 in Fryeburg, Center call 447-6991 or log on to Maine, and Jackson, Albany, South www.tinmountain.org for more informa- Conway, and South Tamworth, N.H. tion on the Mount Washington Bike Younger children attend day camp while a Events on the TMCC website. ▲ Sign up now for the fall semester: final yards before the 6288-foot summit. Hillclimb The challenge is increased by Mt. private lessons, group lessons for babies through Washington’s famous high winds and fre- Continued from Page A17 quently bad weather. In some years the adults, ensembles, community orchestra, folk & winds have blown riders off their bikes on Sean Littlefield of Madison was one the upper slopes above the tree line; in string bands. Visit www.mountaintopmusic.org spot back in 390th with a time of 1:50:25 others, rain, fog and general chill have and Michael Laracy of Conway finished made the experience all the more unfor- for a full list of offerings. in 400th place in 1:51:20. Eric Pendleton gettable. Twice in the 1990s, when the of Jackson reached the Northeast’s high- race was held in September, and again in 111 Main Street, Conway, NH 03818 est point in 2:00:35, for 448th place and 2007, the Hillclimb was cancelled Jackson’s Richard Devellian was 477th in because severe weather on Mt. in the Center of Conway Village 2:11:40, placing third among riders 70 Washington made the course unsafe. Phone: 603-447-4737, and older. Richard Marriot of Mirror (Newton’s Revenge was also cancelled in Email: [email protected] Lake was 514th overall in 2:45:13. 2007.) Entrants are advised in advance Complete results are available at that the possibility of a weather-cancelled www.mtwashingtonbicyclehillclimb.org. race exists, but the Saturday race date also The course, The Mt. Washington includes the option of a weather post- Scholarships Available Auto Road, rises at an average grade of 12 ponement to Sunday. ▲ percent, with a 22-percent grade in the

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A25 Calendar What to Do Society at 447-5551. Exploring and Canoeing Pondicherry. A Tin Friday 21 Mountain Conservation Center naturalist will A.A. Meetings. There are several AA Meetings guide a canoe trip to the Pondicherry National held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- Wildlife Refuge in Jefferson from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near Meet at Langdon’s Mercantile in Glen. Canoes you. will need to be wheeled into the pond. For more Al-Anon. From 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Center, information or reservations, call 447-6991. corner of White Mountain Highway and Grove Freedom Food Pantry. Open every Saturday Street in North Conway. Call 800-593-3330 or go from 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, to www.nhaa.net to find one near you. Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian Bingo Every Friday. The VFW Post #6783 in Church in Freedom Village. For more information Lovell, Maine will hold bingo every Friday. Early call 539-2637. Bird Games start at 6:30 p.m. and Regular Games Hug-A-Truck Fundraiser. The Pequawket Kids start at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Association will hold an educational fundraising David at 207-935-7807 or 207-890-9222. event at Fryeburg Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 2 Community Food Center. The p.m. Children will have the opportunity to touch Sandwich/Tamworth Community Food Center and explore over 30 vehicles including trucks, based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal cranes and tractors. Admission is $6 per person and Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday children age two and under are free. For more and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday information, call 356-8970. evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays. Open House and Yappy Hour. The Conway Election of Officers and Buffet. The Effingham Area Humane Society located on East Main Street Historical Society will hold the annual election of in Conway will hold an open house and yappy hour officers and buffet at 6:30 p.m. at the Society locat- from 12 to 4 p.m. Come visit and become a mem- ed on Route 153 in Effingham. ber of the pack. Refreshments will be served. CAHS K9 adoptees are welcome to come visit. For Harvest Supper. A harvest supper will be held at more informaiton, call the shelter at 447-5605. the Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church in Fryeburg Harbor, Maine from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday 23 Tickets go on sale at 4:30 p.m. The menu includes 21st Annual Bach Festival. The 21st Annual a corned beef dinner with all the veggies, coffee, Bach Festival presented by the White Mountain cold drinks and pies. Tickets are $7 for adults and Musical Arts will continue to present many oppor- $3 for children. tunities to hear and learn about Bach and his fellow ‘Hello Dolly.’ The Mount Washington Valley composers and the wonderful chamber music of Theatre Company will perform “Hello Dolly,” the Baroque era. Approximately eighty musicians, through Aug. 30 at the Eastern Slope Playhouse in professional and amateur will gather for the four- North Conway. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets day event to perform the great instrumental and ‘Hello Dolly.’ The Mount Washington Valley Theatre Company will perform “Hello are $29 per person. For information or to reserve vocal works of the Baroque masters. The festival Dolly,” now through Aug. 30 at the Eastern Slope Playhouse in North Conway. The show tickets, call the box office at 356-5776. opens with varied opportunities to experience the begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $29 per person. For information or to reserve tickets, call music of J.S. Bach. The opening preview concert ‘Kimberly Akimbo.’ M&D Productions presents will take place at Christ Church Episcopal on Main the box office at 356-5776. (Courtesy Photo) the second show of their summer series, “Kimberly Street in North Conway. The Friday and Saturday Akimbo,” tonight and tomorrow at 8 p.m. at Your concerts will take place at the 10th Mountain Theatre in Willow Place Plaza in North Conway. Division Pavilion at Cranmore Mountain in North in North Conway will hold life drawing session on Wednesday 26 the second and fourth Mondays of the month from A twisted comedy that depicts the plight of a 16- Conway. There will be a Sunday performance at Cancer Support Group. Every third Wednesday 6 to 8 p.m. The class is $10 per session for mem- year-old who is saddled with a disease that makes the Church of Christ Congregational as well. A a cancer support group will meet at Saco River bers and $12 for non-members. Artists should her age at four and a half times the normal rate. choice of seating is available for all performances. Medical Group located on Greenwood Avenue in bring their own materials including the medium of Tickets are $25 for nonmembers and $18 for mem- Tickets are available in advance. For more infor- Conway from 7 to 8 p.m. Cancer patients, care- choice and a drawing board. For more information bers. For more information or to make a reserva- mation visit www.mwvevents.com. givers, family members and previous patients are tion, call 662-7591. or to register, call 356-2787. ‘Narnia’ Auditions. The Arts in Motion Youth invited to attend. This is free and open to the pub- MWVAA Friday Painters Group. The Friday Players will hold auditions for “Narnia: The Lion, Preschool Story Time in Lovell. The Charlotte lic. For more information, call Donnarae at 356- Painters’ Group will be painting at the Salyards The Witch and The Wardrobe” at the Church of Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell, Maine is hold- 3448. ing story time for preschoolers age five and under Center for the Arts on Main Street in Conway the Nativity in North Conway from 4 to 8 p.m. Community Coffee Klatch. Meets at the on Mondays at 10 a.m. For more information call from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All ability levels are The performance is scheduled for November. For Chocorua Public Library from 9:30 to 11 a.m. 207-925-3177. encouraged to join. This is open to member s of more information, call 986-9797. Coffee, tea, sweets and great conversation are all MWVAA and non-members. For more informa- N.H. Lakes Seminar: Protecting Your Lake. Quilt Making. The Freedom Christian Church part of this morning. Bring a friend or come alone. tion, call 356-2787. Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Ladies Guild will meet every Monday, weather All are welcome. Ossipee Farmers’ Market. The Ossipee Farmers’ permitting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to make quilts Bald Hill Road in Albany will hold the N.H. Lakes Computer Tutoring. Every Wednesday, free one Market will be held from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at Main for charity. Bring a bag lunch. All welcome, no Seminar from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Learning to one computer tutoring at the Gibson Center. Street Park in Center Ossipee. Fresh produce, matter age or ability. For more information call Center. The program is designed for lakefront res- Co-sponsored by the Kennett Retired Teachers meats, breads, cheese, baked goods and much Pauline at 539-4709. idents as well as anyone interested in the health of Association and the Gibson Center. Call to set up more. Something new each week. For more infor- N.H. lakes. The program is open to the public. Spanish Lessons. Learn conversational Spanish an appointment at 356-3231. mation, call 539-7200. The seminar costs $15 for non-members, $10 for with Isabel Costa every Monday at the Met in Dinner Bell North. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark members and $5 for seniors and students. For North Conway. Beginners will meet at 2:45 p.m. in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 more information or to make your reservation, call and intermediates will meet at 3:45 p.m. New stu- dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- 447-6991. dent welcome. The cost is $10 per person/per les- 2200. Monday 24 son. For more information or to signup, call 383- Eastman Lord House Museum Tours. The 9403. Conway Historical Society is offering tours of the Story Time in Effingham. The Effingham Public Agape Food Pantry. Agape Food Pantry is open Eastman Lord Museum located on Main Street in Library hosts infant and toddler story time from 11 Zumba Dance Classes. Dotti Aiello will present Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., Conway from 2 to 4 p.m. For more information or to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 539-1537. Zumba Dance Class lessons every Monday, located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on to book a tour, contact the Conway Historical Saturday 22 Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at various locations throughout the Valley. Class is $5 per person with Society at 447-5551. 1 Banana, 2 Banana, 3 Banana Ride and Argentine Tango Class. Join Isabel Costa at the multi-class discount cards available. For class loca- Fryeburg Academy Film Series. Fryeburg Barbeque. The Mount Washington Valley Velo North Conway Community Center for tango les- tions and more information, call 978-790-3375 or Academy’s Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Bicycling Club will hold the fourth annual BYOB3 sons. Beginners meet at 5 p.m. Intermediate 383-8264. Center presents film night at 7 p.m. The film is ride and barbeque. Long rides begin at 7 a.m. and dancers meet at 6 p.m. Classes are $10 per person. Tuesday 25 open to all. Tickets are $3 for adults and $2 for stu- short rides begin at 9 a.m. Rides start at various No partner necessary. New students welcome. For dents. Children under 14 must be accompanied by locations. After the ride come to the barbeque at more information, call 383-9403. Model Railroad Open House. The North an adult. For more information, call 207-935- Echo Lake State Park located on the West Side Billiard Tournament. Rafferty’s Restaurant and Conway Model Railroad Club will have a public 9232. open house every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Road in North Conway from 3 to 6 p.m. The event Pub located on Kearsarge Street in North Conway Grief Group. A grief group will be held from 9 to is free for members and non-members. For ride will hold an 8-ball billiard tournament on until mid-October at their layout room in the Freight House of the Conway Scenic Railroad in 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room at The Met in information, check the website at www.mwvvelo- Mondays at 7 p.m. Single elimination, winner North Conway Village. The program is free and club.org and click on calendar. takes all. For more information, call 356-6460. North Conway Village from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. See model railroading come to life. Free open to the public to discuss feelings about the 10th Annual Lee & Joan Day Memorial Car Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking admission and donations accepted. For more infor- death of loved ones. For more information call Jeff and Truck Show. The car show will be held from Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks mation, call 356-3416. at 986-4977 or Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fryeburg Fire Station in 1/2 to 1 mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Services of NCC at 356-7006. Fryeburg, Maine. Luncheon cookout from 11 a.m. ‘On Golden Pond.’ The Barnstormers Theatre in Rain or snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear com- Nature Nuts. Tin Mountain Conservation Center to 1 p.m. Entry fees and luncheon donations to Tamworth will present On Golden Pond by Ernest fortable shoes and warm clothes. For more infor- presents “Nature Nuts,” the nature program for benefit Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation. mation call Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068. Thompson through Aug. 29. Evening performanc- es begin at 8 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m. Ticket children ages three through five and their care- Contra Dance. The Tamworth Outing Club will Conway Dinner Bell. Conway Dinner Bell at the prices range from $23 to $28 for evening shows givers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the TMCC Nature sponsor a contra dance from 8 to 11 p.m. at the Congregational Church (brown church) on Main and $15 to $20 for matinees. For information or to Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. For Tamworth Town House in Tamworth Village. All Street in Conway Village serves a free community purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 323-8500. more information call 447-6991 or on the web at dances are taught and beginners and families are dinner from 5 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. For infor- www.tinmtn.org. Story Time in Tamworth. The Cook Memorial welcome. For more information, call 323-8023. mation call 447-3851. Library offers a story time for young children from T.O.P.S. Take Off Pounds Sensibly will meet ‘Driving Henry Fonda: Memories of On ‘Forever Plaid.’ The Mount Washington Valley 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the first three Tuesdays of Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. (4:30 p.m. weigh-in) Golden Pond.’ The Madison Library will present Theatre Company will perform “Forever Plaid,” each month. For more information call 323-8510. at the O.C.C. building at the corner of Dore Street Dick Sutton as the featured speaker at the Friends at the Eastern Slope Playhouse in North Conway. and Moultonville Road in Center Ossipee. For Summer Mountain Bike Series. Great Glen of Madison Library Annual Book and Author The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are $29 per per- information contact Linda Littlefield at 539-8090. Luncheon at 12:30 p.m. in the Chick Room of the Trails will hold a weekly mountain biking series son. For information or to reserve tickets, call the TMCC Wednesday Night Walk and Talks. library. Sutton’s book describes his job as Henry every Tuesday from July 7 to Aug. 25 from 3:30 to box office at 356-5776. During the month of August, you can join a natu- Fonda’s chauffeur during the filming of “On 7 p.m. Riders compete against the clock in this fun, ralist for a walk and talk on the conservation Golden Pond.”Copies of the book will be avail- Gibson Center Programs. The Gibson Center easy going series. The course takes advantage of grounds of the Tin Mountain Nature Learning able. Tickets for the event are $10 and can be pur- for Senior Services in North Conway offers a num- our carriage roads and single track in our trail sys- Center, 1245 Bald Hill Road in Albany, every chased at the library. For more information, call ber of activities and informational programs for tem at the base of Mt. Washington. Complete five Wednesday evening from 6 to 7:30 p.m. This 367-8545. seniors, including yoga and mobility classes, a out of eight weeks to become eligible for the prize game day, computer labs, dances, support groups, lottery. Event fee: Adults: $60 / Kids (Ages 5-17) week’s topic is trees and shrubs. The walks and Eastman Lord House Museum Tours. The movies, health related service programs and trips. $30 / Adults - One Race: $12 / Kids - One Race: talks are open to the public. Donations of $3 per Conway Historical Society is offering tours of the Call 356-3231 for details. $7. Call 466-2333 or visit the website: person or $5 per family are requested, members Eastman Lord Museum located on Main Street in http://greatglentrails.com/Page-236.html for are free. For more information call 447-6991. Conway from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information or Life Drawing Sessions. The Mt. Washington more details. Wednesdays at Wildcat. Wildcat Mountain in to book a tour, contact the Conway Historical Valley Arts Association located at Norcross Circle

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Puppy Playgroup. Pinkham Notch will offer an interactive outdoor held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- join. This is open to members of MWVAA and At Four Your Paws Only locat- program each Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near non-members. For more information, call 356- ed on White Mountain Highway next to through July and August. The programs will differ you. 2787. D’Angelo’s Street in North Conway from 11 a.m. from week to week, but will include either a hike ‘On Golden Pond.’ The Barnstormers Theatre in to noon. All puppies must be on a leash and up to Al-Anon. From 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Center, on the Wildcat Trail, an Alpine Tamworth will present On Golden Pond by Ernest date on vaccines. No aggressive dogs please! For corner of White Mountain Highway and Grove Discovery/Gondola skyride to the Summit or a Thompson through Aug. 29. Evening perform- more information call 356-7297. Street in North Conway. Pond Full of Fun. The programs are free of charge ances begin at 8 p.m. and matinees at 2 p.m. Ticket Sunday 30 AMC Summer Evening Program Series. The (fee for the Gondola Skyride) and open to all. Call prices range from $23 to $28 for evening shows Sunrise Drive. View the sunrise from the top of 466-3326 for further information. AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center will present and $15 to $20 for matinees. For information or to free evening programs at 8 p.m. throughout the New England. The Mt. Washington Auto Road White Mountain Stamp Club. The White purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 323-8500. summer. Programs are free and open to the pub- will be open at 4:30 a.m. for you to drive to the Mountain Stamp Club meets on the second Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark lic. For more information on the programs offered summit. For more information call 466-3988. or Wednesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. and again Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 contact the AMC at 466-2727. www.mtwashingtonautoroad.com. on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- North Conway Public Library Theater Night. 21st Annual Bach Festival. The 21st Annual the home of Barbara Savary, located at 1724 NH 2200. Annual Theater Night is a fundraiser for the Bach Festival presented by the White Mountain Route 16 (on the corner of the south end of Bald Story Time in Effingham. The Effingham Public North Conway Public Library. The cocktail party Musical Arts will continue to present many oppor- Hill Road in Albany). Everyone interested in col- Library hosts infant and toddler story time from starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastern Slope Inn with tunities to hear and learn about Bach and his fel- lecting stamps is welcome to attend. For more 11 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 539- hors d’oeuvres and music by the Mountain Aire low composers and the wonderful chamber music information, call Barbara at 447-5461 or email at 1537. Strings Quartet. The evening culminates with an 8 of the Baroque era. Approximately eighty musi- [email protected]. p.m. performance of “Hello, Dolly” at the Eastern cians, professional and amateur will gather for the Saturday 29 Thursday 27 Slope Playhouse in North Conway. Tickets are three-day event to perform the great instrumental Exploring the Allen Mill Site. Join local natural- $40 and may be purchased at the library. Billiard Tournament. Rafferty’s Restaurant and and vocal works of the Baroque masters. The ist Fred Lavigne for the Tin Mountain Reservations can be made by calling 356-2961. Pub located on Kearsarge Street in North Conway Friday and Saturday concerts will take place at the Conservation Center nature program, exploring will hold a 9-ball billiard tournament on 10th Mountain Division Pavilion at Cranmore the Allen Mill site from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Yoga Classes. An eclectic style of Kripalu Yoga is Thursdays at 7 p.m. Double elimination, winner Mountain in North Conway. There will be a Meet at Champney Falls trail head. For more offered every day except Fridays by Carlene of takes all. For more information, call 356-6460. Sunday performance at the Church of Christ information or reservations, call 447-6991. Symmetree Yoga. The groups will practice Hatha Congregational as well. A choice of seating is yoga postures paired with breath, meditation and CAHS Volunteer Orientation. The Conway Freedom Food Pantry. Open every Saturday available for all performances. Tickets are avail- relaxation. Classes are $13 per person. Times and Area Humane Society will hold a volunteer orien- from 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, able in advance. For more information visit locations vary throughout the Valley. For more tation from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the shelter locat- Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian ed at 223 East Main Street in Conway. Come mwvevents.com. information or to schedule a class, contact Carlene Church in Freedom Village. For more information at 662-8664 or on the web at www.symmetreeyo- explore the opportunities offered to help the ani- Bingo Every Friday. The VFW Post #6783 in call 539-2637. ga.com. mals and keep the shelter going. For more infor- Lovell, Maine will hold bingo every Friday. Early mation, call 447-5605. Bird Games start at 6:30 p.m. and Regular Games Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking start at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks David at 207-935-7807 or 207-890-9222. 1/2 to 1 mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Community Food Center. The FRESH Quality Vegetables & Fruits Rain or snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear com- Sandwich/Tamworth Community Food Center Our Own Maple Syrup • Butter • Jam fortable shoes and warm clothes. For more infor- based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Baked Goods • Angus Beef mation call Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068. Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday Fine Gifts from around New England! Eastman Lord House Museum Tours. The and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon, except for holi- OUR SWEET CORN, BLUEBERRIES, Conway Historical Society is offering tours of the days. TOMATOES, BEANS, CUCUMBERS, Eastman Lord Museum located on Main Street in ‘Hello Dolly.’ The Mount Washington Valley Conway from 6 to 8 p.m. For more information or Theatre Company will perform “Hello Dolly,” SUMMER SQUASH, PEPPERS, ZUCCHINI, to book a tour, contact the Conway Historical through Aug. 30 at the Eastern Slope Playhouse in CARROTS, HERBS, GOAT CHEESE, CABBAGE Society at 447-5551. North Conway. The show begins at 8 p.m. Tickets Come visit our Picturesque SANDWICH CREAMERY ICE CREAM! Grief Support Group for Children and Teens. are $29 per person. For information or to reserve 200 Year Old Farm! tickets, call the box office at 356-5776. Flower Bouquets The Mountain of Hope grief support program for FRYEBURG, ME children and teens is held every Thursday at All MWVAA Friday Painters Group. The Friday Organic Lettuce, Basil, Mixed Greens Saint’s Episcopal Church on South Main Street in Painters’ Group will be painting at Echo Lake on 8:00am-6:30pm WestSide Road Stand • 9:15am - 6:30pm Wolfeboro from 7 to 8 p.m. The program is spon- the West Side Road in North Conway, from 9 a.m. River St, Rt. 113 sored by the VNA-Hospice of Southern Carroll to 12:30 p.m. All ability levels are encouraged to 603-447-8854 County. Pre-registration is required. Contact 207-935-2567 • OPEN 7 DAYS Sheryl Power at 569-2729 ext. 230 for more infor- mation or to register. ‘Kimberly Akimbo.’ M&D Productions presents the second show of their summer series, “Kimberly Akimbo,” through Aug. 29 at 8 p.m. at Your Theatre in Willow Place Plaza in North Conway. A twisted comedy that depicts the plight of a 16-year-old who is saddled with a disease that makes her age at four and a half times the normal rate. Tickets are $25 for nonmembers and $18 for members. For more information or to make a reservation, call 662-7591. Summer Story Time. The North Conway Library located on Main Street in North Conway will offer story time outside on the lawn for chil- dren every Thursday morning at 10 a.m. through Aug. 13. The story time is geared for children ages three to six with their siblings. No registration is necessary and admission is free. For more infor- mation, call the library at 356-2961. White Mountain Dance Ensemble Performance. The White Mountain Dance Ensemble will perform at the Salyard’s Center for the Arts located in Conway Village at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of modern dance. Tickets may be purchased at the North Conway Music Shop or call 986-7188. Friday 28 A.A. Meetings. There are several AA Meetings

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A27 Valley Round-Up Religious education classes begin Sept. 6 ‘Come Play With Me!’ set for Sept. 19 Upcoming youth programs at MWV Children’s Museum to host Unitarian Universalist Church Early Childhood Conference

The Unitarian Universalist Reverend Mary Edes and Jolene The MWV Children’s Museum is County Child Care Resource and Fellowship of the Eastern Slopes Twombly-Wiser, Director of Religious hosting the First Annual Early Referral. (UUFES) in Tamworth will offer Education, using a curriculum called Childhood Conference, “Come Play Many Mt. Washington Valley pro- Religious Education programming for Popcorn Theology. Popcorn Theology With Me!” on Saturday, Sept. 19, at grams are sponsoring workshops at the children ages four through teenage takes the concept and popularity of Kennett High School in North “Come Play With Me!” Conference. starting on Sunday, Sept. 6. Three dif- movie night and uses it to explore issues Conway. Mountain View Montessori, Growing ferent curricula will be offered for three of theology and ethics in popular film. This conference came to fruition Tree Learning Center, Preschool different age groups. The goals of the curricula are to exam- through discussions between Deb Technical Assistance Network (with The youngest group of children will ine how the choices we make affect our Meader, Carroll County Child Care funding provided by the N.H. once again take part in Spirit Play. Spirit lives and the lives of others; to explore Resource and Referral Program DHHS/Child Development Bureau), Play connects children with the “big how concepts such as truth and meaning Manager; Ida Streeter, Director, Carroll County Child Care Resource questions” of the Unitarian Universalist are related to perspective and point of Madison Preschool; and Kate Stanley, and Referral, Madison Preschool are faith through stories told with simple view; to understand ways in which the Lead Toddler Teacher and Co- all sponsoring workshops from hands- and beautiful materials, and invites them right of conscience calls us to do what is Director, Cornerstone Kids. on math and science to creating pre- to find their own path to meaning, with right despite possible negative conse- “We all felt strongly that the Mt. school portfolios to document chil- gentle guidance from trained teachers. quences; to consider ways in which our Washington Valley needed a confer- dren’s learning. To learn more about this Montessori- faith can help us understand our ques- ence for Early Childhood Educators “The ‘Come Play With Me!’ inspired program visit http://www.spirit- tions, seek answers, and deal with the that was affordable and close to home,” Conference is not only a great way to play.net/. trials of life; and to learn about other said Streeter. “With the new Child gain training hours for Early Middling youngsters will work with a faith traditions and their responses to Care Licensing regulations, Early Childhood Educators,” added Kate new curriculum from Tapestry of Faith. important theological/ethical issues. For Childhood Educators will now be Stanley. “It’s also a great way for par- Tapestry of Faith is a lifespan Religious more information about the Popcorn required to obtain gradually more ents, grandparents, and anyone who Education program, sponsored by the Theology curriculum visit: workshop training hours over the next spends time with young children to Unitarian Universalist Association. http://www.shancarpublications.com/inde three years. The ‘Come Play With learn about the importance of play in UUFES will use the program called x_files/Page421.htm. Me!’ Conference gives us an opportu- their lives!” “Toolbox of Faith,” which “invites par- For more information about nity to gain five hours in one day.” This is also a great chance for peo- ticipants to reflect on the qualities of our UUFES’s Religious Education pro- The importance of play in the lives ple to check out the new campus of Unitarian Universalist faith, such as grams, contact Jolene Twombly-Wiser of young children is a key focus for the Kennett High School. “Kennett High integrity, courage, and love, as tools they at (207) 514-0335 or jmtw28@ MWV Children’s Museum. School is a beautiful facility to have this can use in living their lives and building yahoo.com. Registration for UUFES’s “When this idea came about it conference at,” says Debbie Meader. their own faith. Each of the 16 sessions Religious Education programs will take seemed like a great fit for us,” says “We are grateful to the Early uses a tool as a metaphor for an impor- place at an Open House on Sunday, Shelly Morin, Executive Director of Childhood program and Kennett tant quality of our faith such as reflec- Sept. 6, from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the the MWV Children’s Museum. “Early administration for letting us have this tion (symbolized by a mirror), flexibility UUFES Meetinghouse, 30 Tamworth Childhood Educators live the impor- conference there.” (duct tape), and justice (a flashlight).” To Road (Route 113) in Tamworth. For tance of play daily and it is important Registration for the “Come Play learn more, visit http://www.uua.org/reli- information about the Unitarian for us to share that passion with them With Me!” Conference has begun. giouseducation/curricula/tapestryfaith/too Universalist Fellowship of the Eastern and parents of young children.” Register soon, as space is limited. lboxfaith/index.shtml. Slopes, call 323-8585 or visit ▲ The keynote speaker for the “Come Register before Sept. 1 and the fee is Adolescents are offered a special http://www.uufes.org. Play With Me!” Conference will be $30 to attend, which includes lunch. opportunity to meet once a month with Kathy Sosny, Coordinator of Disability After Sept. 1 registration is $35 to Services, Early Childhood Professor attend. and Academic Support Director at For more information, to download White Mountains Community the brochure or to register online visit, College. Sosny has been teaching www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org or call young children and adults for over 40 356-2992. The MWV Children’s years about the importance of play. Museum is located at 2936 White Her keynote address, “Come Play Mountain Highway in North With Me,” is sponsored by Carroll Conway. ▲

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Page A31 On the Rockpile WEATHER Week of August 11 through 17 MT. WASHINGTON OBSERVATORY As the winds disappeared this week, so did the internet Compiled by Observatory Staff Date High Low Prec. Snow Aug 11 60 49 0.49” — 12 58 48 1.05” — 13 58 48 0.41” — 14 63 47 — — 15 59 51 — — 16 63 51 — — 17 64 54 — — Highest recorded wind gust, August 17, 55 miles per hour from the West.

The summit observed a busy sunset on Aug. 12. (Mount Washington Observatory Photo)

By Hedda Peterson pressure system from the north com- Winds this week were unusual, and website. Summit Intern bined with a Bermuda high to our south- almost nonexistent. Beginning on This in combination with our recent Mount Washington Observatory east. Temperatures rose into the upper Wednesday, the peak gust only reached kitchen renovations has left the Obs in an o appreciate a clear, sunny 50s to low 60s. High pressure continued 19 mph, followed by Thursday with a unusual state. We are in the process of day on the summit one to control the higher summits for the peak gust of 21 mph. These calm condi- having a new kitchen floor and stove put must also have experienced majority of the week. This weather was tions arrived at a very good time. On in. Our refrigerator, microwave, toaster a rainy, foggy and gloomy warmly welcomed by all, especially those Friday afternoon we lost our internet and coffee pot are currently set up direct- day. In this sense, the fleeing the hot and humid valley. connection and did not get it back until ly behind our couch in the living room, weatherT this week on the summit was However, Monday visitors may have Tuesday. This made forecasting rather and for two days the only computer we perfect. been disappointed by the shortened view interesting. We often found ourselves could access the internet from was one Scattered showers and thunderstorms from the summit due to high amounts of working from a co-worker’s iPhone. It temporarily set up in the weather tower. greeted us early on in the week, only to haze. The peak visibility for the day was also kept us from updating our weather This has made for an exciting and out of be replaced by a very prominent high eight miles. summaries and current conditions on our the ordinary week on the summit. ▲ SSPPEECCIIAALLSS ◆ Pontoon Cruises ◆ Paddling Instruction Rentals

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