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An Election for the Ages New America — Politics through the Looking Glass

By Steven Caming remind ourselves that each and every Republicans started evoking Teddy

Contributing Writer one of us are part of this body politic — Roosevelt. ‘ ‘ AND SO IT IS DONE. a living part of a living organism that Having grown up in Republican New We, the people, have spoken in no isn’t the sum of our ideologies, but is our York and as a lifelong student of the life uncertain terms and history begins anew. home and shared destiny. and works of Theodore Roosevelt, it We awoke last week in a fundamen- Did we vote for a man or a symbol? could be figuratively said I “know” TR tally different America, like Dorothy The president must be both and in both and this Republican party has not and Tis the Season stepping into Oz and seeing a world of cases, must reflect not only themselves, does not represent the values of TR — color for the first time. but our national character. Perhaps it is trust busting, conservation, This wasn’t just an election, it was a because so few of us have felt we were International leadership and diplomacy. for national discussion — a referendum of considered in the past eight years that a TR solved the Russo-Japanese war and our values and our visions of the world change of such magnitude was possible. won the Nobel Peace Prize vs. the likely and our place in it. Considering that the For many of us too young to remem- war crimes committed during Bush Angels & Elves future was at stake, it seems apropos that ber, John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther administration. I took my daughter Jess for her first King, Jr. and Bobby Kennedy weren’t The Republican party will reshape presidential vote and was then on the men, they were history lessons, exem- itself, in all likelihood with less evangel- The Kiwanis Club of Mount phone with her in her dorm room at plars of ideals that have finally moved ical fervor, which will eventually again UNH on election night when Barack from a conceptual framework into reali- blur the lines between liberal Washington Valley has opened Obama was announced as the next pres- ty. Somehow, the spirits of all those who Republicans and conservative the new Elf Headquarters at ident…it felt like handing her a better came before are part of this — they are Democrats. tomorrow. the connective tissue to the past, who But America the ideal, America the Settlers Corner (next to We can all add this one to the list of join us proclaiming, not in theory, but in most glorious experiment in representa- history making moments we’ve lived practice, that “all men are created tive democracy in the history of Staples) in North Conway to through and though it will recede in equal.” mankind — THAT America, has reared help ensure that all the chil- grandeur with time, it will ever remain a But even with the magnitude of the its beautiful head and collectively roared turning point. For President-elect issues facing us, and the obviously failed in a way that will echo through history. dren in our community have a Obama has already accomplished the policies of the current administration, It’s quite possible this has been the near impossible — to remind us that there were still 50 million Americans most corrupt administration in U.S. his- good Christmas. politics is more than just a blood sport who voted for a continuation of tory, the true extent of which may never between competing ideologies fought by Republican leadership. This is some- be known due to the pre-emptive execu- men and women in suits. This campaign what disturbing, as our economy is tive orders which sealed Bush presiden- and election has been a clarion call to already on life-support. And then the tial papers. Individuals and businesses can sponsor children in the Angels & Elves program by calling 356-8710, or by stopping at Elf Headquarters. Parents and guardians can complete children registration forms at Elf Headquarters.

Elf Headquarters at Settlers Corner (next to Staples) currently is open from noon to 4pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays; and will be open from 11am to 4pm daily from December 1 to December 20.

To sponsor a child or make a donation, contact Angels & Elves: Phone 356-8710, www.angelsandelves.org, PO Box 3053 North Conway, NH 03860

On the Cover Inside Index The Story (Land) of Porky Gulch Going totally ‘green’ Arts & Entertainment...... Page B1 Southern Slope Builders in Tamworth Great Glen Trails hosted a weekend of Calendar...... Page B4 mountain bike racing on Saturday and have completed the renovation and Sunday, Nov. 8 and 9. Saturday’s race rebuilding of the former Grange Hall in Entertainment...... Page B6 took place on the Mt. Washington Auto Tamworth as a thoroughly ‘green’ build- On the Rockpile...... Page B11 Road, but Sunday’s events began at ing for ARTS Inc. Page A10 Nooks & Crannies...... Page B10 Story Land in Glen, where racers sped It’s the craft fair time of year North Country Notebook.....Page B12 603-383-4186 through and around the many story Several craft shows will be held on upcom- Rt. 16, Glen, NH 03838 book settings in the beloved children’s ing weekends, so don’t miss the chance to Real Estate ...... Page A14 theme park. Page A6 pick up some truly unique gifts! Page B1 Sports ...... Pages B13-15 www.storylandnh.com (Karen Stancik Photo)

Page A2 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 But it must be granted that only because the abuses of power were so extreme, were enough Americans moved to action in reaction. Just as the excesses of clear cutting and “cut out and get out” logging in the White Mountains caused a public out- cry that led to the Weeks Act in 1911 and the establishment of the WMNF, so have the excesses of the last eight Republican-led years led to the broad and universal call for change. This change could never, in truth, have been made by the same political party that created the problem to begin with. So, to my fellow Americans here and around the nation who voted for hope instead of fear, thank you. And we can be justly proud of the message sent to the international com- munity — that we don’t support what has been done in our name — that we can be more open than our leaders, less hostile and when given the chance, can elect the angels of our better nature.

ON A TRIP TO ENGLAND A few years ago I visited Dover castle — the sign proclaimed “2000 years of his- tory” and I thought of the stark contrast to America’s 200 or so years … and yet (File photo by Edith Tucker/Salmon Press) after getting it so wrong with slavery, we finally have gotten it right and come to thrived through the centuries, when not a place where the content of a man’s will be pro-choice and anti-war, and Baptists, virtually 100 percent of all tele- backsliding into religious zealotry, cru- character is more important than the sades, genocide or isolationism and color of his skin. we’re going to want all our citizens back vangelists, Rush Limbaugh, Bob Jones xenophobia. I am an American and Barack Obama from Iraq at once. University, Clemson and the University Hopefully, we don’t have to wait for is my president. He is your president, another generation to pass away in order too, whether you voted for him or not. With the Blue States in hand, we will of Georgia. to leave the pain and hatred of racial big- And right now we all need each other to have firm control of 80 percent of the We get Hollywood and Yosemite, otry behind…hopefully it is not simply make this work, to make the idea of this the human condition to always find nation one that reflects the face we all country’s fresh water, more than 90 per- thank you. some difference to exploit and diminish see in the mirror — an American face in others to enrich or aggrandize oneself. an America that looks just like the rest cent of the pineapple and lettuce, 92 per- Additionally, 38 percent of those in My children are indeed growing up in of the world…just like Oz. cent of the nation’s fresh fruit, 95 percent the Red states believe Jonah was actually a new cultural landscape — and their It is a new New America, but to look kids will come of age in a world beyond at the electoral map, we still seem divid- of America’s quality wines, 90 percent of swallowed by a whale, 62 percent believe our imagination — as the world we live ed into red and blue and I still don’t in would be unimaginable to those a understand what makes us so different. I all cheese, 90 percent of the high tech life is sacred unless we’re discussing the century ago. Suddenly it seems the kept trying to find some theme that industry, most of the U.S. low-sulfur war, the death penalty or gun laws. 44 future is closer than ever…we really do explained such diametrically opposed need to leave them something to work positions, wondering if we really were coal, all living redwoods, sequoias and percent say that evolution is only a theo- with. two separate countries joined at the hip. When I looked at the crowds who Then I found a humorous explanation condors, all the Ivy and Seven Sister ry, 53 percent that Saddam was involved were gathered to listen to President online, in the form of a letter from the schools plus Stanford, Cal, Yale, in 9/11. Have a nice country.” Elect Obama, I was simply amazed at blue states to the red ones: the cross section of humanity — here Harvard, Cal Tech and MIT. WHILE IT IS A LOVELY was the melting pot! Here were the hud- “From The Blue States to the Red thought that we can surround ourselves With the Red States, on the other dled masses — here were my parents with those who think just like us, it is a States: and my children, and there was I, multi- very dangerous one. We cannot simply hand, you will have to cope with 88 per- plied by a million and feeling connected build the great wall of America\ around We’ve decided we’re leaving. We to my neighbors and my nation. Feeling cent of all obese Americans (and their our borders, our hearts or our minds, connected to the universe of people intend to form our own country, and because within those walls we are not projected health care costs), 92 percent of who, around the world and through his- protected, but isolated and trapped we’re taking the other Blue States with tory, stood figuratively with me in that within our own fears and projections of all U.S. mosquitoes, nearly 100 percent of voting booth when I cast my vote for a what others may do, rather than engag- us. president who didn’t look just like me the tornadoes, 90 percent of the hurri- ing and learning what others may share. and it made no difference at all. In case you aren’t aware, that at least It is with openness that civilization has canes, 99 percent of all Southern Welcome to New America. ▲ includes California, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington, Minnesota, Wisconsin , Michigan, Illinois and all the Northeast. We believe this split will be beneficial to the nation, and especially to the people of the new country. To sum up briefly: You get Texas, Oklahoma and all the slave states. We get stem cell research and the best beaches. We get the Statue of Liberty. You get Dollywood. We get Intel, Mac, and Microsoft. You get WorldCom. We get Harvard. You get Ole’ Miss. We get 85 percent of America’s ven- ture capital and entrepreneurs. You get Alabama. We get two-thirds of the tax revenue; you get to make the red states pay their fair share. Please be aware that the blue states

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page A3 Comments & Opinions

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Ann Bennett • Pru Smith Steven D. Smith Peter Minnich Steve Caming Linda Tucker Karen Stancik Sarah Earle Extraordinary day at the polls. The voting lines started at 7 a.m. at Kennett High as Conway residents lined up to exer- cise their democratic rights to elect the next President of the United States on Tuesday, Nov. 4. By 8 a.m., when the polls opened, the lines extended down four hallways of the high school. As predicted, Conway, as well as other local towns, expe- CONTRIBUTING rienced one of the largest voter turnouts at any election but were well prepared, as the lines moved quickly once the polls PHOTOGRAPHERS opened. (Karen Stancik/Mountain Ear Photo) Steven D. Smith Joshua Spaulding Karen Stancik Linda Tucker • Sarah Earle Thanks to Pizza Barn for continuing tradition of pizza party for football teams To the Editor, Everyone was treated to pizza, soda appreciation. ADVERTISING SALES On behalf of Kingswood Regional and cake for dessert. The players of both We thank Mr. Meader, Mr. and Mrs. High School and Kennett High School, teams have a great deal in common McIver and the employees of the Pizza Shannon Houde we would like to thank Mr. Don Meader, where they play each other in many dif- Barn for their very generous donation of Ms. Karen McIver, Mr. Mac McIver and ferent sports. When this event was first food and drink and providing us a great SALES ASSISTANT all the employees of the Pizza Barn in held, the players from each school would facility for both teams to meet. Thank Elizabeth Carleton West Ossipee. come into the Barn and sit on opposite you to all the employees who donated The great tradition of bringing both sides of the room. The last few years the their time for this great event to happen. schools’ football teams, coaches, and players have sat together and shared Paul MacMillan COMPUTER GRAPHICS, administrators together on the their different experiences. Every year Principal DESIGN & COMPOSITION Thursday night before the Carroll the captains from both teams present Kingswood Regional High School Amanda Dunleavy County Championship was the idea of Mr. Meader a football lettered and Mr. George Davidson and Mr. Meader. signed by both teams as a token of their LAYOUT DESIGN Jackson Fire Chief Edward Dubie loved his truly ‘surprise’ retirement party Emily Killinger To the Editor, secret. Chief, but will remain on the depart- I would like to thank the people I would like to thank my wife Pauline ment as a member. My wife and I will be OFFICE MANAGER involved in the planning and implemen- and my family, State Forest Ranger on the road traveling and seeing the rest Kristina Whitten tation of the surprise retirement party Robert Boyd, Jackson Selectmen Bea of this great country of ours. Thank you thrown for me on Sunday, Nov, 9. Davis and Gino Funicella, and Bartlett again for keeping this party a surprise Thanks go out primarily to the Selectman Gene Chandler for their until I walked in the door at 2 pm! If DISTRIBUTION Jackson Fire Department and Bartlett presence and participation. Thanks also anyone has photographs of the event Bill Collins • John Myers Fire Dept. members, especially Deputy to the 85 or so guests that attended. I and would like to share them, please Darlene Westfall Chief Kenny Crowther, Captain Jay apologize for not being able to list you contact the fire dept at jacksonfire@veri- Henry, and Lieutenant Kevin Bennett. all here but appreciate your joining me zon.net Tina Lamy • John Mills Bartlett Chief Pat Roberts and Jackson on this special day. Edward F. Dubie, Chief Lieutenant Kim “Schroeder” Steward After 47 years on the Jackson Fire Jackson Fire Dept. The Mt. Washington Valley MOUNTAIN EAR is deserve special thanks for all the work Department and 19 of those years as published on Thursdays as an independent newspa- they put into the party and keeping it a Chief, I have finally decided to retire as per by Salmon Press. The publication is printed 51 weeks each year and is distributed from Ossipee to Gorham, New Hampshire, and also in Fryeburg and western Oxford County, Maine. KHS Field Hockey coach sends a huge thank you to all the team’s supporters The MOUNTAIN EAR office is located at Mountain River Village on Route 16 in Conway, To the Editor, The Kennett students and staff who sure that we had everything that we New Hampshire. Please direct all correspondence to: The MOUNTAIN EAR, P.O. Box 530, As the coach of the 2008 Kennett attended not only home games, but needed, right down to working all Conway, N.H. 03818. Field Hockey team, I want to acknowl- came to away games as well to show morning before our Hollis/Brookline The telephone number to call for general informa- edge the tremendous support that this their support, were awesome. You game to dry the field so it was playable. tion and display advertising is 603-447-6336. For classified advertising call 877-766-6891. fine group of tremendous athletes helped the players increase their intensi- Kennett’s athletic trainer, Andy The Fax number is 603-447-5474. received from so many sources. First, I ty and play to their potential. Your sup- Trowbridge from Mountain Center Ear on Web: www.mtear.com E-mail: [email protected] for news or would like to thank the parents (and port was effective and the players really Physical Therapy, was an invaluable [email protected] for ad material families) of all 66 field hockey players on appreciated your efforts! asset to our team. The yearly bulk mail subscription rate is $35 and is our team. They provided encourage- A special thanks goes to assistant Lastly, I want to thank all of the peo- payable in advance. First class subscriptions are available upon request. ment, transportation, decorations, spirit coach Ivy Spencer, who helped in all ple in the MWV who followed the signs, technical support, spaghetti sup- aspects of team development. Her wis- Kennett team in the papers and on the ADVERTISING DEADLINES pers, those all important snacks for both dom and understanding of the game field, came to games both home and Advertising insertion orders must be placed one week teams at all home games and miscella- both really made a difference. away to cheer them on. Everywhere that in advance of publication date, and advertising copy neous other jobs. Any time we needed Coach Becca Giroux made fine con- I went people commented on how well must be received in our office by Monday at 5 p.m. help, they were there. Their enthusiasm tributions to developing our goalkeep- the field hockey team was doing and LETTERS POLICY at games was strong and vocal. ers, as well as working with the wished us continued good luck. You are The Mountain Ear welcomes Letters to the Editor The press coverage and support that Freshmen players. Thanks also goes to truly part of the treasure of this valley pertaining to local community issues. All corre- spondence should be signed, include a return we received from both Lloyd Jones and all of the coaches who helped these fine and I am proud that the Kennett field address, and be addressed to P.O. Box 530, Conway, Josh Spaulding was super. They attend- players develop their skill, from elemen- hockey team and I could represent N.H. 03818, faxed to (603) 447-5474 or e-mailed to ed many games and were eager for any tary school coaches, camp coaches and such a wonderful place with wonderful [email protected]. All letters should be received prior to publication and be no longer than information that they might have especially former Kennett coach, Kelly people. 300 words. The Mountain Ear reserves the right to missed. Both pictures and articles were Locke, with whom I had the pleasure of Thank you so much! edit letters for length and clarity and to not publish first class and provided the varsity team working for the past seven years. Deryl Fleming letters deemed unsuitable. with continued motivation and honor. Athletic Director Kerry Brady made Kennett Field Hockey coach

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An appreciative resident and voter expresses gratitude for U.S. election process To the Editor, some glitches across the country, our the number of new registrants was also need to attach themselves too closely to An enormous thank you to all of the national election on the whole was unprecedented. May this degree of par- the perhaps outdated platforms of either poll workers in Tamworth who made peaceful and orderly. Thanks as well to ticipation only grow in local elections as party, so that our civic debate can be our day of voting run so smoothly, with- all those whom we've elected to serve us, well as nationally. deep and rich. Maybe one day we'll even out long lines or any of the difficulties and to everyone willing to put their The number of votes received by var- be able to implement instant run-off people in some parts of the country had name forth for elected office. ious candidates makes it clear that many voting or some other system that makes to contend with. Nearly 80 percent of possible of us voted a split ticket. As we go for- rooms for multiple political parties and I feel blessed that we are able to vote Tamworth voters came to the polls this ward, I hope candidates will run on their allows for more breadth and exchange so easily here, and grateful that despite election, a record-breaking number, and own merits and ideas, and not feel the of ideas. Now the election is over and we have the opportunity to keep in touch with Dorothy Solomon will work hard for her constituents our elected officials at all levels —local, state, and national — to let them know To the Editor, representation I can deliver. I promise to to dispose of them properly. I do not how we feel about the issues that affect I'd like to take this opportunity to be civil, prudent, practical and provide need them returned. If you come upon our lives, to let them know what actions thank everyone who got out to vote on progressive ideas to make sure the coun- one along the road, and wish to help we would like them to take on our Election Day. How fortunate we were ty works in everyone's best interest. I clean up the environment, you have my behalf, to ask that they represent us, as to have such a perfect day! As I traveled encourage you to attend County blessings to pull them up and get rid of we have elected them to do. the county from polling place to polling Commissioners' meetings on them in a prudent manner. This is our right and responsibility, place I noted that although the numbers Wednesdays and the Delegation meet- Thank you for your endorsement of just as much as is voting. of people were large, there were no long ings when they occur. Discussions on my candidacy and thank you for helping How lucky we are to live in this won- lines and everything seemed to go the county budget will be taking place clean up our county. derful state in this extraordinarily smoothly. What a credit to the people of soon and they are open to the public. Dorothy Solomon diverse, creative country! Carroll County who ran the polls! I am asking everyone who was nice County Commissioner District 2 Juno Lamb To all those who supported me in my enough to pick up and display my sign Albany Tamworth campaign and to those who voted for on the lawn in the recent election cycle me, my heartfelt thanks. To those who did not vote for me, I hope you will be pleased with my performance as com- missioner and consider giving me your vote the next time I run. To all the residents in Carroll County: I will endeavor to keep my promises of providing you with the best

Thanks to Red Parka Pub and many more for benefit for Mountain Top Music To the Editor, Thank you to all the volunteers, con- tributors and those who attended Class Reunion night at the Red Parka Pub — an event that raised just under $600 for Mt. Top Music Center to continue their work of providing affordable music instruction and listening opportunities to adults and children in the Valley. Mt. Top Music is grateful to Terry O'Brien and staff at the Red Parka for hosting the evening of dancing and din- ing, and for designing and printing col- orful posters. Thanks to Ron Frizzell of WMWV 93.5/Magic 104.5 for creating Class Reunion and donating generously to the prizes, and to Mark Johnson, the talented DJ and master of ceremonies. If you missed this evening of ’70s and ’80s music, you can view and reserve tickets for other musical offerings at our website: mountaintop music.org. On Saturday, Nov. 15, in collaboration with International Musical Arts Institute, five talented musicians will perform cham- ber music and on Saturday, Dec. 6, a vocal and piano jazz concert will take place. Jeanne Mason Board Member Mountain Top Music Center Conway

Rep. Tom Buco thanks voters for their support To the Editor, I am grateful for this opportunity to say thank you to all the voters who cast a vote of confidence in me for the way I have represented you in our state government. I will continue to do the job as I have by being accessible, listening to you, and responding with appropriate action. Thank you. Representative Tom Buco Conway

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page A5 Ear Marks

13-year-old Sean Doherty rode with Intermediate Men Ostroski defends title at Porky Gulch Classic PINKHAM NOTCH — On and off is declared the winner. This year cyclists Wheelden edging Ryan Littlefield of with eight laps in 46:51. After starting rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of the competed in five categories: Elite Men, Portland, Maine, by just six tenths of a further back in the pack, Piotrow moved cyclists who tackled the fourth annual Intermediate Men, Intermediate Junior second, 47:38.0 to 47:38.6. his way up to third riding 8 laps in 48:28. Porky Gulch Classic on Saturday and Men, Beginner Men and Beginner As Sunday dawned in Pinkham Ostroski’s second place in the Sunday, Nov. 8 and 9. Peter Ostroski of Women. Notch, more light rain was on tap for Rockpile Rampage was more than Intervale defended his title of New The event began on Saturday morn- the cyclocross portion of the Porky enough to give him the overall victory, England’s Best All Around Cyclist. ing and unseasonably warm tempera- Gulch Classic: The Rockpile Rampage. with 175 points to Wheelden’s 166. Hosted by Great Glen Trails, the tures greeted competitors as they pre- After Saturday’s stages, Ostoski wasn’t Piotrow took third with 150 total points. Porky Gulch Classic is a true test of pared for the first stage, The Toughest alone in sweeping both races, as the In the Intermediate Men’s division Tom cycling ability with three distinct stages Two — a two-mile hillclimb up the Mt. leaders in each category had done the Fritschka of Gilmanton earned 175 held over two days. Cyclists are awarded Washington Auto Road. However, Mt. same, earning 60 points for each victory points for the victory. Joe Phenix of points based on their finish in each Washington wasn’t going to let the for a total of 120 points. But in Taunton, Mass., swept the Beginner stage, and the rider with the most points cyclists off easy as rain fell steadily for cyclocross anything can happen, so no Men’s division for a 180 point victory, most of the climb. In a repeat one was riding comfortably as racers and Paula Brunetto of West Cornwall, of last year’s Toughest Two, tackled the tough cyclocross course at Conn., did the same in the Beginner Ostroski led the way in 12:55 Great Glen Trails that utilizes many of Women’s division. with Steve Piotrow of the unique features of Great Glen Trails’ One of the most impressive perform- Jackson more than a minute trail system including carriage roads, ances of the weekend was turned in by behind in 13:57. Todd steep embankments, sharp corners and 13-year-old Sean Doherty of Center Wheelden of Kents Hill, barriers the riders must dismount from Conway. As the only competitor in the Maine, took the third spot in their bicycles to negotiate. As the Elite Intermediate Junior Men’s division, he 14:33. race began, Ostroski and Wheelden was guaranteed a victory, but rode each More rain followed the surged to the front and dropped the rest stage with the intermediate men. His cyclists to Story Land in of the pack in the first lap. The two rode performances in these races would have Glen for the second stage, together through six laps until been good enough for second overall in The Story Land Criterium. Wheelden threw in a surge Ostroski that division, including a win in The With its many twists and couldn’t match. Wheelden completed Toughest Two. turns — not to mention eight laps in 45:28 to cruise to a com- For complete results and photos, visit amusement rides — Story fortable victory. Ostroski was second www.porkygulchclassic.com. ▲ Land provides a truly unique venue for a criterium, but also a very challenging one. Museum to partner with CAHS Saturday’s rain made it that much trickier. Ostroski once MWV Children’s Museum again proved up to the task and rode to victory in 47:34 with 14 laps completed. The to present monthly Pet Care Series race for second and third was The MWV Children’s Museum will Humane Society to present the commu- extremely tight, with be partnering with the Conway Area nity with a monthly pet care series. The name of the program is “I Love My Pet,” and will be featured at the MWV Children’s Museum at 10:30 a.m. on the second Wednesday of each month. The first presentation took place on Nov. 12 “We are so excited about this pro- gram and knew it was the right fit for our organization and this community. We’ve had the idea for awhile, but were thrilled when approached by the Conway Humane Society, which had the same plan in mind,” said Shelly Morin, Children’s Museum Executive Director. The mission of the MWV Children’s Museum is to nurture the natural curiosity of all children and the adults in their lives and to encourage shared dis- covery through exhibits and programs that inspire exploration. “Pets are an important part of our lives and it is so important that children learn to respect them and care for them properly. They are a labor of love and we want our guests, young and old, to understand that important lesson. Who better to share that message than an organization that is dedicated to the care and future of our community’s ani- mals — The Conway Area Humane Society,” added Kate Stanley, marketing chair, MWV Children’s Museum. “The Conway Area Humane Society is excited to provide fun yet meaningful activities for children to help teach them about being kind to animals as well as other people. The MWV Children's Museum is the perfect organization for us to partner up with to achieve this goal,” said Lauren Synnott, CAHS board member. The Pet Care series will explore a new topic each month and will intro- duce the guests to at least one special animal guest. The MWV Children’s Museum has been an umbrella organi- zation since its founding in 2006 and has worked diligently to develop partner- ships with other non-profit and for- profit businesses that serve this commu- nity. The MWV Kiwanis provided funding through their Black Fly PET CARE continues on opposite page

Page A6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 President-elect needs a dog, and CAHS has plenty to offer Junior CAHS volunteer sends plea to President Elect Obama CONWAY — How many twelve-year- we are getting closer to closing our doors. If unteering or adopting, please visit the 447-5955. The shelter is located at 223 olds do you know who spend most of you adopted a puppy from us we might be shelter online at conwayshelter.org or call Eeast Main Street in Conway. ▲ their spare time volunteering to help oth- able to stay open forever. You might be able ers? Meet Erika Szekely, junior volunteer to open people's eyes to the plight of our at the Conway Area Humane Society. shelter. Fostering kittens at the CAHS Erika turns her great love for animals Our shelter nearly faced a tragedy last into a valuable service for them: coming spring. We almost had to close, we were You can enjoy eight weeks of furry fun to the shelter after school and on week- days away! We almost had to stop caring for ends to clean cages, feeding the animals, all these loving animals that have no other By Sarah Earle ing is anyone’s guess,” says Virginia greeting visitors and assisting shelter staff families or homes other than us. We've run Contributing Writer Moore, executive director of the Human in all aspects of animal care. She has also many successful fundraising campaigns, but CONWAY — Elizabeth Carleton brings Society. “They are probably reproduc- organized fundraising projects for the let's face it — the economy today is con- two orange, six-week-old kittens, cozy in ing.” shelter, including a bake sale to raise tributing to a downturn in donations and we a basket, into the Conway Area Humane Indeed, cats can quickly over-populate. money to help cover medical costs for are struggling to keep our doors open. As Society for shots. “For every male and female cat, exponen- special needs shelter animals. Now Erika early as yesterday we rescued 18 puppies “Going to the vet’s is just like taking tially they can make 1,000 cats a year,” has a new project. She has written and (from a southern kill shelter) that we have to them to nursery school,” Elizabeth says, Sandy says. “The gestation period is sent the following letter to President care for, on top of the 140+ animals we as they peek out from under a blanket. short, just 62 days.” Elect Barack Obama: already were caring for. We have been help- “It’s great socialization.” Both Sandy and Virginia stress the Dear President Elect Barack Obama, ing several surrounding communities, when Elizabeth is taking part in the Humane importance of spaying and neutering and Hi! My name is Erika and I'm a twelve we really need help ourselves! Society’s Foster Program — once the kit- soon hope to offer a low-cost spaying and year old volunteer at the Conway Area We held our own cat primary this past tens reach eight weeks, she’ll return them. neutering program at the Humane Humane Society, a non-profit, no kill shelter Jan. 9 with three of our shelter cats running This is her second time being a foster par- Society. They think education is the key in Conway, New Hampshire. First, I just for top cat on the summit of Mount ent. “It’s just not that hard to give them to curbing kitten birthrates. Meanwhile, wanted to take the time to congratulate you Washington. The observatory cat retired, back,” Elizabeth says. while they take in as many animals as pos- on becoming the next President of the and Sarah, Wilson and Marty all ran cam- The Conway Area Humane Society, sible, the Humane Society hopes more United States! paigns. This story was picked up by several located at 223 East Main Street in people will consider foster care. The reason I'm writing to you today is to news stations, and traveled around the Conway Village, established its foster care “Foster care is pretty entertaining and ask for a favor. We heard that you would like world. Marty won the cat primary and you program primarily out of need for space. rewarding,” says Virginia. “People get to adopt a puppy, and we were hoping that won the N.H. Primary at the very same “If you’ve got a mama cat and kittens, hooked.” And it’s pretty easy to become you would consider adopting from our shel- time! His picture was on the front page of you can’t take in a stray cat because the involved. The kittens do require a fairly ter. Organizations like the HSUS are not in the Manchester Union Leader that day, kittens are taking up the cage,” says Sandy isolated space away from other pets, such danger of closing, but every day the Conway along with yours! How fitting would it be Lord, health care coordinator at the as a second bedroom, as they have been Area Humane Society faces the reality that that you got your puppy in New Hampshire, Humane Society. Sandy explains kittens treated for AIDS, leukemia, flu, fleas and at our shelter? The story can't end here. It can’t be spayed or neutered until four worms. They must stay indoors, and a just can't end here…we won't let it. Please months old, and only then are they ready foster parent must accompany them back help us, please adopt your puppy from us. to be adopted. to the shelter after six weeks in order to We really need the help! The Humane Society doesn’t eutha- continue their worm treatments. Other There are many volunteers that give up nize their animals, so they rely on adop- than that they just need attention and their time to help us provide loving care for tion to make room for new residents. love. these wonderful animals. We help over 1000 They also have a long waiting list. Aside from benefiting the shelter by animals a year find their forever homes, “What happens to those animals wait- freeing up cage space, putting kittens in with families like yours to love and care for temporary homes benefits them enor- them. Please help us to continue to do this. mously. They are exposed to people, You can visit us at conwayshelter.org, or in become used to household noises, and are person! able to exercise. Ultimately, it makes them Sincerely, much more adoptable, once the time Erika Szekely comes. CAHS Volunteer Virginia, who has fostered dogs many Although it remains to be seen where times, thinks she knows why it’s easy to the President Elect and his family will give the animals back once the foster time adopt their rescue puppy, if Erika has any- is up. thing to say about it, it will be CAHS “I realized that if I kept that dog, I because, as she says, "We are the best!" wouldn’t have the time or resources to CAHS wins no matter what, by having continue to help more dogs,” she says. extraordinary volunteers such as Erika She also acknowledges that at eight among their ranks. weeks, kittens are beginning to get a little Erika and Heidi share a moment at the The Conway Area Humane Society is out of hand. “They’re crawling into Conway Area Humane Society. a non-profit, all-inclusive animal resource things,” she says. (Courtesy Photo) center. For information on donating, vol- Once her two orange kittens finished their shots, Elizabeth says, “foster care is giving them a leg-up in the adoption process.” MWV Kiwanis could see how their Volunteering at the Conway Area good works have positively impacted Humane Society is greatly encouraged, Pet care three organizations: The MWV Len and Squiggy, foster kittens from the and there are many ways you can get Continued from opposite page Children’s Museum, Cornerstone Kids Conway Area Humane Society, were involved. A Volunteer Orientation and the Conway Area Humane Society. born and will be raised to eight weeks Meeting will take place Tuesday, Nov. 18, Tournament in May of this year to cover The MWV Children’s Museum is old at the home of Elizabeth Carleton of at 5 p.m. Call Kim Henry at 447-5605 for the cost for 10 local preschools and located at 2936 White Mountain Conway. (Courtesy Photo) more information. ▲ kindergarten classes who serve children Highway in North Conway, in the Stan of limited means to receive free mem- and Dan’s Sports Plaza. For more infor- berships. Cornerstone Kids is one of the mation, call 356-2992. The MWV preschools that received a free member- Children’s Museum also has a website, ship thanks to the MWV Kiwanis to the www.mwvchildrensmuseum.org, that will MWV Children’s Museum and now will feature more information. To learn be paying that gift forward. more about the Conway Area Humane At the Nov. 12 event, Cornerstone Society, visit www.conwayarea Kids presented the Conway Area humane.org. ▲ Humane Society with a donation of goods for the animals who are sheltered at their facility. The children will learn NURSING more about pet care and their parents EDUCATION will learn about choosing the right ani- mal for their family. 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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page A7 In the News

Have a great time this winter — and do it safely Time to sign up for Snowmobile Safety Classes CONCORD — Winter fun is right attend along with their children. For a and others’ enjoyment,” Acerno said, miles of trails in New Hampshire and around the corner, and now is the time current class schedule, visit noting that club membership also gives provide safety education to more than to sign up for snowmobile education www.ride.nh.gov. riders a $30 break on snowmobile reg- 2,500 young riders each year. For more classes offered across the state. “Snowmobiling is a great way for istration fees. information on how to become Any child under the age of 14 must families to get outside and have fun,” The New Hampshire Snowmobile involved with a snowmobile club, visit be accompanied by a licensed adult said Major Timothy Acerno, who coor- Association (NHSA) and its member www.nhsa.com when operating a snowmobile, unless dinates Fish and Game’s OHRV clubs have actively promoted safe In addition to safety education, this they are on property belonging to their Education Program. “But riders also and responsible riding since winter Fish and Game Conservation parents, grandparents or guardians. have a responsibility to obey the rules 1969. NHSA members work Officers will continue to use innovative Additionally, any person over the age of the trails, to be courteous and — with Fish and Game to enforcement patrols to detect and of 12 must have either a valid Motor most of all — to ride safely.” manage over 6,800 apprehend impaired snowmobile oper- Vehicle Driver’s License or have suc- Many of the trained volunteer ators, and will be conducting enhanced cessfully completed an approved Off- instructors teaching the speed enforcement and modified Highway Recreational Vehicle safety classes are affil- exhaust patrols. These ongoing initia- (OHRV) Safety Education class taught iated with one of the tives will help to keep the state’s snow- by Fish and Game-trained volunteer more than 100 snow- mobile trails safe for all outdoor enthu- instructors. Most classes are offered in mobile clubs in New siasts during the upcoming season. November and December, with a few Hampshire. “Joining a For snowmobile safety class listings in early January. There is no charge for snowmobile club is a and more, visit www.ride.nh.gov. ▲ the class, which is usually completed in great way to learn about safe riding a single day. Parents are encouraged to and help maintain trails for your own

Page A8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 Nurse Practitioners (from left) Sherill Ciampa and Charisse Hirschfeld of MWV Healthcare’s Walk-In, and Patti Duprey of MWV Diabetes Center are a few of the many Nurse Practitioners serving the health care needs of the Mt. Washington Valley community. (Courtesy Photo)

Nov. 9 through 15 Celebrate National Nurse Practitioner’s Week CONWAY — The role of the nurse Nurse practitioners offer a unique lor’s degree in nursing, then continue prepared for practice each year. To learn practitioner (NP) will be showcased combination of nursing and health care with a graduate NP degree for an addi- more about the specialty, talk with one during the week of Nov. 9 through 15 as services. From treating illness to advis- tional 2-4 years of education. Most NPs of the local nurse practitioners in the more than 125,000 NPs across the ing patients on maintaining a healthy are nationally certified in their specialty community, or visit the website of the country celebrate National Nurse lifestyle, NPs are fully qualified health- area, and all practice under the rules and American Academy of Nurse Practitioner’s Week. care providers. Focusing not only on regulations of the state in which they are Practitioners, www.aanp.org. ▲ In both rural and urban settings, in diagnosing and managing acute and licensed. More than 6,000 new NPs are facilities such as hospitals, clinics, urgent chronic illnesses, NPs integrate health care sites, emergency departments, promotion, disease prevention, counsel- delivery rooms, nursing homes and ing and patient education. Among their more, this distinguished group of health many services, NPs order diagnostic care professionals are providing high tests such as lab work and x-rays, pre- ’Tis the Season to Give quality, cost effective health care. scribe medications and other treat- Locally, nurse practitioners are on the ments, diagnose and treat acute and Hannaford helps fight hunger staff at Memorial Hospital, MWV chronic conditions, and manage a Healthcare, MWV Diabetes Center, patient’s care. Northern Women’s Healthcare, White The entry level training for nurse this holiday season Mountain Community Health Center practitioners is a graduate degree. This SCARBOROUGH, Maine – This week, item will be donated to a local food bank. and Saco River Medical Group. means that NPs earn a four-year bache- Hannaford Supermarkets kicks off its Last year, Hannaford raised $500,000 2008 “Hannaford Helps Fight Hunger” through Fund-a-Feast. This year, with holiday giving program, with the goal of expanded ways to save and contribute, donating more than $1 million to local the supermarket expects to raise more 2008 harvest down from last year’s total food pantries and food banks. than $1 million. People looking to make a difference “We are making it easy for our cus- for their neighbors, while saving some tomers to help us fight hunger with 2008 Youth Deer Hunt Weekend money this holiday season can con- many giving options during what many tribute in three ways at their local think will be a challenging winter,” said results for N.H. Hannaford Supermarket: Michael Norton, Hannaford spokesper- •Starting this week, consumers can son. “The ‘Hannaford Helps Fight CONCORD — Preliminary reports thousands of adult hunters. purchase a $10 Fund-a-Feast box filled Hunger’ program offers those who give show that young hunters succeeded in Accompanying adults must be licensed with food essentials to be donated to a a way to save money on groceries this harvesting 332 deer during the 2008 hunters and are not allowed to carry a local food pantry. In return, they will holiday season.” Youth Deer Hunt Weekend in New firearm, so that they can devote all of receive a coupon book with more than Each year, Hannaford donates more Hampshire, which took place on Oct. 25 their time and attention to coaching $50 in savings than 4,000 tons of food to pantries and and 26. their young companions. New •Starting Nov. 30, consumers can food banks in Maine, New Hampshire, This year’s total was down from 2007, Hampshire has offered a special youth donate $5 at the register toward a Massachusetts, New York and Vermont. when 642 deer were taken during the deer hunt since 1999. Hannaford gift card for a local food As part of the “Hannaford Helps Fight youth hunt, according to Kent Youth also may hunt in New bank in return for a coupon book with Hunger” campaign, and in celebration Gustafson, the Deer Project Leader for Hampshire during the regular seasons. more than $50 in savings of the company’s 125-year anniversary, the New Hampshire Fish and Game All youth hunters under age 16 must be •Starting Dec. 7, each time a Hannaford has pledged to donate Department. accompanied by a licensed adult 18 years Hannaford soup or cereal tagged with $125,000 this year to food banks across “Reduced deer numbers in much of or older while hunting. “Accompanied” “Buy 1/Give 1” is purchased, the same the five states. ▲ the state as a result of last winter’s sever- means within sight and hearing, exclud- ity, as well as reduced participation ing electronic devices, when actual resulting from new residency reciprocity physical direction and control can be regulations, contributed to the lower effected, pursuant to RSA 207:1, XXX. kill,” said Gustafson. This year’s total New this year, non-resident youth was similar to that seen during the 2003- hunters were able to participate in the 2005 youth hunts, when between 312 New Hampshire Youth Deer Hunt and 334 deer were taken annually. Weekend only if New Hampshire youth “In spite of the lower harvest, New may hunt in their state if it holds a spe- Hampshire’s young hunters were able to cial youth deer hunt. Vermont youths enjoy two days of nice weather, the com- were not eligible to participate in this panionship of an experienced mentor, fall’s New Hampshire youth deer hunt and a chance to learn the skills of deer weekend because of residency restric- hunting,” said Gustafson. tions on Vermont’s youth hunt. These Final youth hunt numbers will not be restrictions do not apply during the reg- available until all the registration slips ular deer seasons. have been entered and verified. For more information about youth The special weekend gives young hunting in New Hampshire, visit people statewide the opportunity to go http://www.wildlife.state.nh.us/Hunting/yo deer hunting with an adult mentor, uth_hunting.htm. ▲ without the pressure of competing with

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page A9 Former Tamworth Historical Society building is now totally ‘green’ Southern Slope Builders... By Linda Tucker THE FIRST STEP IN THE So, in the winter, a GeoExchange Contributing Writer building’s sustainable-energy renovation unit can extract heat from the earth n these days of escalating energy prices, wouldn’t it be nice to never again pay a was to move it onto a radiant heat slab. that's relatively warm compared to the heating or electric bill? What if you could generate enough power in your home By affixing it to an I-beam they were cold outside air, and in the summer, it Ior business that your energy production and use were equal? able to twist, turn and slide it onto its can discharge heat to the earth that is Well, that’s exactly what Deftam Ventures, LLC, along with Tom and Trevor new foundation. To understand how a relatively cool, compared to the hot out- Curtin, owner/partners of Southern Slope Builders, teamed up to do with the heat slab works, this author went to side air. Since the difference between ‘Green’ renovation of the former Chocorua Grange Hall at 26 Greggs Way in www.radiantmax.com and learned that the refrigerant temperature and the Tamworth. while hot air rises, heat can travel in any ground temperature remains relatively Deftam Ventures, LLC is the partnership company formed by American direction. That is why radiant heat can high in both seasons, so do heat transfer Residuals and Talent, Inc. (ART) to purchase the building at Gregg’s Way last year be felt, for example, on the side of a hot rates. from the Tamworth Historical Society. The building, which in January of 2002 was cup of coffee when a hand is placed on it. The photovoltaic converter is a listed on the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places, was in pretty rough Radiant heat transfer is caused by a device that converts solar energy into shape when work began on the refurbishment last November. The foundation was warm surface giving up its heat to a electricity. The word photovoltaic so far gone as to be unusable. The old hand-hewn rafters in the ceiling were cracked cooler surface. The radiant heat travels comes from ‘photo,’ the Greek word for and, according to Tom, the roof probably would not have survived last winter’s in the form of infrared light which is light and ‘voltaic,’ meaning electrical, severe weather. absorbed by the cooler mass. from the name of the Italian physicist Tom and his crew were able to save about 70 percent of the original superstruc- In addition to the radiant heat slab to Volta. According to Wikipedia, the sim- ture. They were able to refinish and retain the oak flooring on the main level and provide warmth in winter and cooling in ple explanation of how the solar conver- they reused and recycled a good deal of the building’s existing materials. summer, the building makes use of a sion happens is as follows. ground contact heat pump (also known Photons in sunlight hit the solar as a GeoExchange heat pump), a photo- panel and are absorbed by semiconduct- voltaic (PV) converter, 12-inch thick ing materials, such as silicon. Electrons walls with R40 insulation, and R60 insu- (negatively charged) are knocked loose lation in the roof. from their atoms, allowing them to flow A geoexchange heat pump rejects through the material to produce elec- heat into the earth during the cooling tricity. The complementary positive mode, and takes heat out of the earth charges that are also created (like bub- while in the heating mode. Www.green bles) are called holes and flow in the builder.com explains it like this: direction opposite of the electrons in a Throughout most of the U.S., the tem- silicon solar panel. An array of solar perature of the ground below the frost panels converts solar energy into a line (about three to five feet below the usable amount of direct current (DC) surface) remains at a nearly constant electricity. temperature, generally in the 45-50- Insulation is rated in inches and den- degreee F range in northern latitudes, sity; the higher the R factor, the greater and in the 50-70-degree F range in the the insulation factor. Typically, ceilings south. are insulated to R-30, wall insulation is R-19, and floor insulation is R-30. By left: The flooring from the former insulating the 12-inch thick walls with Grange building was used to R40 insulation, and using R60 insula- create these beautiful storage tion in the roof, it’s easier to maintain a cabinets for ARTS, Inc. constant temperature. (Linda Tucker/Mountain Ear Photo) In a recent interview with Tom, he explained, “With our little operation here, we’ve produced enough power that the owners have about 1,000 kilo- watt hours stored up and credited to them. The system is pretty robust because of ART Inc.’s energy needs. The design goal is that at the end of the year, they have a net zero energy cost.” But it’s certainly not all about cost. Tom talks about saving 2,642 pounds of carbon emissions, using only finishes which contain low or zero volatile organic compounds; impacting the land as little as possible; eliminating the use of fossil fuels, and building an incredibly efficient, healthy, sustainable building that’s producing its own energy. “Obviously,” says Tom, “finance is a big thing but you have to have a person- al desire to ‘go green’. It takes a lot of effort to get the materials on site and to deal with all the issues you have to deal with. It’s so much easier to go by the old methods. Every day it gets a little easier and that’s because people have an inter- est in doing things the right way.”

TWO GROUPS WHICH HAVE impacted Southern Slope Builders’ desire to produce energy efficient healthy structures are Architecture 2030 and New Hampshire Sustainable Energy Association. “The concepts of biodiversity have always been present in my personal life,” says Tom. “Bringing that over into my business has been an interesting process. Looking at the materials we use, are there any other options, why do we use a particular product, and are there any other products out there. I think you’ll see a lot of businesses start- ing up who will cater to that philosophy. The supply chain is getting stronger. Four or five years ago it was very diffi- cult to find ‘green’ products. Products are getting better.”

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Tom Curtin, owner of Southern Slopes Builders, stands outside the newly renovated ARTS, Inc. building on Greggs Way in Tamworth. (Linda Tucker/Mountain Ear Photo)

left: Debra Franchi and Emily Erskine pose in front of a recycled exterior window now used inside their new ‘green’ building. (Linda Tucker/Mountain Ear Photo)

stating that all new buildings hood people were truly concerned about ACCORDING TO DEBRA AND and major renovations the historical aspect of the building. It Emily, the initial outlay to equip an reduce their fossil-fuel was very rewarding to walk away from entirely green building is about 10 per- GHG-emitting consumption that presentation with people having a cent more costly than a traditional heat- According to Edward Mazria of by 50 percent by 2010, incrementally level of comfort that a local area compa- ing and cooling system. Architecture 2030, “Rapidly accelerat- increasing the reduction for new build- ny was really proud to have the structure “There are a number of federal and ing climate change (global warming), ings to carbon neutral by 2030.” and have it become what it is now. It was state incentives and rebates for pieces of which is caused by greenhouse gas In an interview with Debra Franchi exciting to have them share in our the project which offset those costs, and (GHG) emissions, is now fueling dan- and Emily Erskine from ART, Inc., who enthusiasm about the new life that this of course, there are savings over time,” gerous regional and global environmen- occupy the structure, Southern Slope building is undergoing.” says Debra. “Prior to moving in here tal events. Data from the U.S. Energy Builders did an outstanding job with the “The whole project became a mis- our monthly electric bill would range Information Administration illustrates reconstruction. Debra states, “Up to sion,” says Debra. “We used local sup- from $500 - $700 per month. We just that buildings are responsible for almost now, the Southern Slope crew had pliers first. The person who did the got our first month’s electric bill here; half (48 percent) of all GHG emissions incorporated pieces of sustainable ener- staircase that’s out back was a local per- it’s $36.” annually. Seventy-six percent of all elec- gy systems into their work. They were son. I learned a lot more about being Tom summed up the project this way. tricity generated by U.S. power plants looking for an endeavor to launch all the green; all of the products are certified. “Perhaps in time this building will be goes to supply the Building Sector. components and create a totally green We’re going for LEED certification.” considered historical for the recycled Therefore, immediate action in the project.” LEED certification provides inde- content in its remodel and demonstra- Building Sector is essential if we are to “What was great about Tom’s work,” pendent, third-party verification that a tion of mechanical systems that use less avoid hazardous climate change.” continues Emily, “were not only the building project meets the highest green and utilize renewable sources.” Mazra continues, “Architecture energy efficiencies. He was very careful building and performance measures. All For people who are interested in 2030’s mission is to rapidly transform in terms of incorporating scrap material certified projects receive a LEED learning about what state and national the U.S. and global Building Sector from the larger pieces of construction plaque, which is the nationally recog- incentives are available, information can from the major contributor of green- into the smaller projects. The second nized symbol demonstrating that a be obtained at www.dsire.org or house gas emissions to a central part of floor had this beautiful ceiling and he building is environmentally responsible, www.psnh.com. To talk with Southern the solution to the global-warming cri- used that ceiling wood in the cabinetry.” profitable and a healthy place to live and Slope Builders about building or remod- sis. Our goal is straightforward: to Debra adds, “The transoms in several of work. There are both environmental eling ‘green’, contact Tom Curtin at achieve a dramatic reduction in the the offices are from the original win- and financial benefits to earning LEED tom@southernslope builders.com or visit global-warming-causing greenhouse gas dows. We’re going to be using the exte- certification. his website at www.southernslope- (GHG) emissions of the Building Sector rior shutters for shelving above some of builders.com. ▲ by changing the way buildings and the workstations. The windowsills are developments are planned, designed and made from wood from the first floor.” constructed. Deb continues, “Prior to beginning "If your pet isn't becoming to you, you should be coming to me." “We are achieving our mission by the project, we did a presentation to the Call now to schedule your pets bath, or styling appt. galvanizing both the building industry Historical Society. 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North Country Jewelers donate ‘Miranda Bracelet’ to raffle Fund-raising raffle to benefit Miranda Diabetes Fund Miranda Leavitt, daughter of Rich and Woodward. Just look for the yellow "Tickets Brenda Leavitt of Fryeburg, lost her battle “I want to do something really special,” on Sale Here" signs in local busi- with diabetes 20 months ago at the age of said Emily. “I want to make a bracelet ness windows. 22. Miranda had a giving heart and not engraved with Miranda’s favorite saying on Starting Nov. 15 the baskets only battled this dangerous disease, but it and call it the Miranda Bracelet.” The can be viewed in the holiday win- also advocated for diabetes education and Miranda Bracelet is a handcrafted 14k dow of Badger Realty in North health. Her biggest dream was to build Sterling silver bangle with a deep purple Conway. Drawings will be done awareness and education while helping amethyst setting. Stamped three times live on WMWV 93.5FM Drive people less fortunate than herself with around the bracelet, to represent continu- Time with Mark Johnson on Brian Smith and Emily Smith Mossman of North medical expense hardships. Her mission ity, is the saying “Live life to the fullest.” Friday, Dec. 12. Country Jewelers makes handcrafted bracelet for continues to live through the newly found- This bracelet is valued at $195 and will be To donate to the Miranda special cause. (Courtesy Photo) ed Miranda Diabetes Fund, which is avail- part of the “Adorn Me” basket. Brian also Diabetes Fund, sell tickets, buy able for anyone in need of medical and added a $125 ladies gold watch to the tickets, or just ask a question, financial assistance with diabetes. offering, bringing the total value of the email [email protected] or call Donna Woodward at 207-935-3959. ▲ The word of a fund-raiser for diabetes Adorn Me basket to over $600. spread quickly throughout the Valley and To preview the Adorn Me Basket, along as always, the community embraced the with the many other baskets, come to the Log onto the Green Team’s website cause and outdid themselves with generos- “Dinner and Basket Premier” at the 302 ity and giving. In four short weeks, over West Smokehouse and Tavern in and answer the survey on recycling in the Valley $10,000 worth of product and services Fryeburg, Maine, on Friday, Nov. 14. have been collected for a special fund-rais- Festivities start at 4 p.m. with dinner, raffle ing raffle. tickets, basket viewing, and door prices. Local input sought on increasing Nearly 25 theme baskets have been cre- Starting at 9 p.m. enjoy the light rock and ated and will be raffled off in a few weeks, folk music of Lisa Thurston, local artist. trash recycling opportunities just in time for Christmas. Each basket Proceeds from the evening will go toward contains over $200 worth of merchandise the Miranda Diabetes Fund. Gather up the MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY— to learn how to reduce environmental and gift certificates, with most baskets family, the neighbors, and the co-workers Would you like more opportunities to impacts and save money at the same reaching well over $500 in value. Some of and come enjoy a night out on the town for recycle more of your rubbish? time. the theme baskets include the “Entertain a great cause. The Conservation/Recycling The goal of the challenge is to Me,” “Dine Around MWV,” “The Baby Raffle tickets are $1 each, six for $5, fif- Subcommittee of the Mt. Washington involve five percent of the Mt. Basket,” “The Pet Basket,” “Holiday teen for $10, and sixty for $40. They are Valley Chamber of Commerce Green Washington Valley community (approx- Dinner Basket,” and many more. now on sale at Badger Realty in North Team is seeking input from area resi- imately 500 households) in taking the When North Country jeweler, Brain Conway and Jackson, Bellinis, Hooligan’s, dents and businesses to gauge the level Climate Challenge. That level of partic- Smith and his daughter, Emily Smith- Blueberry Muffin, White Mountain of interest in expanding trash recycling ipation can result in a reduction of five Mossman, heard of the fundraiser, they Community Health Center, 302 West opportunities in the Mt. Washington million pounds of greenhouse gas emis- immediately contacted organizer, Donna Smokehouse and several other locations. Valley. sions in the Mt. Washington Valley. A link to a web-based survey on recy- Links to the Climate Challenge can cling in the Valley can be found on the also be found at www.mtwashingtonval Green Team’s web page at www.mtwash- ley.org/green. ingtonvalley.org/green. The survey takes Those without Internet access who less than five minutes to complete, and wish to take the survey or the Climate any personal information you share Challenge are encouraged to make use (which is optional) will be kept confi- of Internet access at local libraries. dential. The survey deadline is Nov. 24. More information on the Green The subcommittee also encourages Team, its various subcommittees, and Valley residents and representatives of the Climate Challenge is available by Valley businesses to take the Mt. contacting Green Team Chairman Rob Washington Valley Climate Challenge Burbank at [email protected]. ▲

Key Club elects Freshman Reps. Kennett Key Club members recently elected Tanner Van Coesant (left) and Reid Clark as Freshman Representative to their Board of Directors. The Board of Directors sets the policies and plans activities for the Club, and the Class Representatives also help with membership development for their class. (Courtesy Photo)

Ski 2009 with Penny Pitou

ONE WEEK TRIPS Lech, Austria January 23-31, 2009 Grindelwald, Switzerland January 30-February 7, 2009 St. Moritz, Switzerland March 6-14, 2009 Luncheon held for Miranda Leavitt Diabetes Fund members. The White Mountain Community Health Center recently held a kick-off luncheon for members Zermatt, Switzerland of The Miranda Leavitt Diabetes Fund committee. “This is a hardworking group March 13-21, 2009 of people who are dedicated to their mission and to making our community a healthier place to live,” said Patricia McMurry, Executive Director of the Health Center. The Miranda Leavitt Diabetes Fund is offered as a resource to diabetic patients of White Mountain Community Health Center. If you, or someone you know, would like to learn more about the fund or any of the many services of the Health Center, call 447-8900 extension 1. Pictured above are (left to right, front Call for details: 356-0055 row): Bernie Friberg, Janice Crawford, Melissa Leonard, Theresa Bernhart; (back row): Dara Guptil, Wendy Olson, Donna Woodward, Patricia McMurry, Karla www.pennypitoutravel.com Ficker, Colleen Cormack, Becky Leavitt, Richard Leavitt. (Courtesy Photo)

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Celebration at monthly meeting on Nov. 17 White Mountain Horse Association celebrates one-year anniversary CONWAY — The White Mountain became The White Mountain Horse then these goals have been accom- Veterinary Services, Equine Assisted Horse Association is celebrating their Association. The group quickly formed plished. Therapy with Kate Abra, Riding and one year anniversary at their next meet- alliances with veterinarians to address The WMHA has also focused largely Equine Problem Solving with Certified ing which will be held on Monday, Nov. the critical need of equine veterinary on Equine Education and Preventative Licensed Trainer Linda Turcotte, Safe 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hunsicker’s Farm care in the area. The group worked with Care by hosting guest speakers and Trailer Loading and Unloading Clinic on Route 16A in Intervale. Dr. Sandy Brown of MWV Mobile offering a wide variety of clinics and with Vanessa Coleman, Horse Owners Dr. Sara Hodgdon, from TNT Veterinary Services of Madison and workshops such as Emergency First Aid Insurance Question and Answer Forum Equine services of Dover will speak on TNT Equine of Dover to re-establish for Horses with TNT Equine, “What’s with M& M Assurance, and Parasite the importance of preparing your horse routine medical care and 24-hour emer- in Your Horse’s First Aid Kit” with Dr. Control with MWV Mobile Veterinary for winter and cover both routine and gency care for horses in the area. Since Sandy Brown of MWV Mobile Services. Winter Care for Horses and emergency situations. She will also dis- Lameness Issues will be the focus of this cuss lameness and related issues. Dr. month’s meeting and Equine Nutrition Hodgdon will include a Q&A session will be the focus of the January meeting. and a handout for participants. The pub- The group has been a great support lic is welcome. system and resource when other horse The White Mountain Horse owners needed help. Members have Association, (WMHA) was founded one helped each other with medical situa- year ago by Debbie Shade of Glen and tions, transportation, helped find or Trish Ashworth of Jackson. These two shared feed and hay resources, farrier women had a vision of bringing horse and veterinarian referrals, boarding and owners and horse enthusiasts together to horse care referrals, and many other form a community group that would horse related issues that have come up. continue to help educate, support, and The WMHA meets on the second become a vital resource to others in the Monday of each month and the location horse community in the Mount is determined by what’s on the meetings Washington Valley and surrounding agenda. Members are contacted by email areas. when a location is confirmed. Most At that time, horse owners were expe- meetings consist of a workshop or guest riencing a shortage of hay, the lack of speaker and then a brief, business part of full time equine veterinary care, and the meeting will follow. were quickly discovering the need for If you would like to attend the next transportation to the closest equine meeting and see what the White facility, over 50 miles away, in the event Mountain Horses Association is all of an emergency. They knew there were about,, or for more information, contact a lot of horse owners in the area, but Debbie Shade at 383-4302 or didn’t know how to contact them. [email protected] or Trish This group of horse loving individu- Ashworth at 356-4438 or tashworth@ als pooled its resources together and WMHA 2008 Fall Ride (Courtesy Photo) roadrunner.com. ▲

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Deaths following a brief battle with cancer. band Peter, and their children, Peter and Conway Area Humane Society, 223 East Born in Cambridge, Mass., he was Andrew, and Jesse Lyman, IV, all of Main Street, Conway, NH 03818, or the North Conway and Lee Ann Lyman of Sgt. James S. Noyes Memorial Fund, P. Donna E. (Earnshaw) Buckley the son of Arthur John and Katherine South Royalton, Vt.; his brother-in-law, O. Box 115, Silver Lake, NH 03875. Donna E. (Earnshaw) Buckley, 57, M. T. Zemla. Zemla was employed by Jack Penney, of Revere, Mass., and his wife of Emmett P. Buckley of 736 Gallagher Oil Company in Melrose, nieces and nephews. He was pre- Editor’s Note: Announcements of births, Whittier Road passed away Nov. 2, at Mass., before moving to Silver Lake in deceased by his sister, Jean Penney. adoptions, engagements, weddings, deaths her home. 1968, where he became a building con- Visiting hours will be held on Friday, and memorial services may be sent to the There will be no services. tractor. In 1972, he joined the N.H. Nov. 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Lord Passages Editor, c/o The Mountain Ear, In lieu of flowers donations may be State Marine Patrol, a position he held Funeral Home, 50 Moultonville Road in P.O. Box 530, Conway, N.H. 03818, or made to VNA Hospice of Southern for 25 years, and an occupation he Center Ossipee. Funeral services will be emailed to [email protected]. Carroll County, P.O. Box 1620, enjoyed because it allowed him to be held on Saturday, Nov. 15 at The First Items must be submitted by Monday noon Wolfeboro, NH 03894. outdoors and protect the lakes he so Church of Christ Congregational, 2503 for publication on the following Thursday. The Baker-Gagne Funeral Home loved. He became a dispatcher for the White Mountain Highway in North We are glad to publish engagement and and Cremation Service, Route 16 in N.H. State Police in 1989, beginning at Conway at 2 p.m. wedding photos (enclose self-addressed, West Ossipee is handling the arrange- Troop E in Tamworth, and later at the In lieu of flowers, please make a stamped envelope and kindly print address ments. State Police Headquarters in Concord from where he retired in 1999. He was donation in Jack’s memory to the on back of photo for photo return). John Arthur Zemla an Auxiliary State Trooper for 18 years John “Jack” Arthur Zemla, 74, died and a veteran of the U.S. Army. For at Memorial Hospital on Friday, Nov. 7, more than 30 years, he provided various services to John and Barbara Bridges of Wolfeboro at their Hallmark Store and at the Sawmill Marina. Throughout his life, Jack was involved in community activities serving as the Town Moderator in Silver Lake for 25 years, Chairman of the Conway School Board, and a Supervisor of the Checklist in both Silver Lake and Conway. Among his many talents, Jack was a gifted craftsman and a master “fix- it” man. He is survived by three daughters, Susan Zemla; Sharon Zemla and her daughter, Lily Purslow, both of Fryeburg, Maine; and Lauren Falwell, her husband Wray, and their children, twins Chloe and Spencer of Derry; and longtime companion, Carol Lyman; Carol’s children, Lynn Lyman, her hus- Jack Zemla

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page A13 Business News &&MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE LISTINGS

Dr. Andrew Forrest joins Northern N.H. Orthopedics Physiatrist joins orthopedists in team approach to care Physiatrist Andrew I. Forrest, MD, is physiatrist’s goal is to decrease pain and bringing a new specialty to Northern enhance performance, and refer for sur- N.H. Orthopedics, with monthly avail- gery when indicated. ability of his services on the Memorial According to the American Academy Hospital campus. of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. Forrest, a Mt. Washington Valley a rehabilitation physician should be con- native and KHS graduate, is one of only sulted if: 7,500 physiatrists or “rehabilitation • You had an accident or you have an physicians” practicing in the United injury or chronic condition that has left States today. A board-certified Fellow of you with pain or limited function; the American Academy of Physical • You have an illness or treatment for Medicine and Rehabilitation, he received an illness that has diminished your ener- his medical degree from Dartmouth in gy or ability to move easily; 1987, followed by an internship and resi- • You’re recovering from the effects of dency at the Mayo Graduate School of a stroke or other problems related to Medicine. Currently, he is on the med- nerve damage; ical staff at Littleton Regional Hospital • You have chronic pain from arthritis, — where he sees most of his patients — a repetitive stress injury, or back prob- Elliot Hospital, Catholic Medical lems. Center, Concord Hospital and Appointments with Dr. Forrest can be Healthsouth Rehabilitation Hospital. made by calling Northern NH Physical medicine and rehabilitation Orthopedics, 356-7061, or by referral (PM&R), also called physiatry, is the from a primary care or orthopedic branch of medicine emphasizing the pre- provider. ▲ vention, diagnosis, and treatment of musculo-skeletal and neurologic disor- left: Physiatrist Andrew I. Forrest, ders that may produce temporary or per- MD brings a new specialty in physical manent impairment. Rehabilitation medicine and rehabilitation to Northern physicians are nerve, muscle, and bone NH Orthopedics. (Courtesy Photo) experts who treat non-surgical injuries or illnesses that affect how people move. Dr. Forrest’s role is one of consulta- tion and non-surgical conservative man- A Hands-on Educational Series agement for orthopedic and neurologic problems of the back, neck, shoulders, and hands. His work also includes elec- MWV Young Professionals launch Community Connections tromyography (EMG), nerve conduction MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY — generally run from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 munity planning for the economy, studies, independent medical exams and Beginning January, 2009, The Mt p.m., with lunch provided, and some resource base, and quality of life here in impairment ratings for patients with dis- Washington Valley Young Professionals optional tours and in-depth presenta- the Valley, and gain confidence in your abilities. Treatment plans are designed (YP), a group of young professional tions scheduled for the afternoons. ability to analyze and weigh in on such. that can be carried out by the patients Valley residents dedicated to exploring Participants will have two to six hour Feb. 25, 2009 - Health Care – themselves or with the help of a medical educational and professional develop- action assignments throughout the pro- National Problem, Local Effects team. This medical team might include ment opportunities, will present gram and two to four hours of selected Understand the different aspects of other physicians and health profession- Leadership…Community Connections. readings for each session. Participants the healthcare system, and how they als, such as neurologists, orthopedic sur- Geared toward providing support for are encouraged to outline their personal relate to community economic develop- geons, and physical therapists. The civic leadership and mentoring opportu- learning goals, and to track progress on ment (especially small businesses) and nities for young professionals, this series these goals during the year. To graduate, other community institutions. will provide hands-on learning with an participants must attend at least eight March 18, 2009 -The More You emphasis on service, collaboration and days in their entirety. Know – Education as a Community experience with business and communi- Here is a detailed look at the com- Resource ty leaders and local and state politicians. plete series: Learn more about the education-

PO Box 1085, No. Conway, NH 03860 Participants will sit on local boards, and January 14, 2009 - Meet and Greet related challenges and resources in the 603-986-5040 - Fax 603-356-6572 work alongside community and state Meet other participants and program Valley demonstrating the link between [email protected] www.MtVistaRe.com Cathy Steesy Vacation Property Specialist! leaders to learn the nuances of commu- organizers; lay out clear expectations for quality of education and community nity involvement. This program is participation, work requirements and vitality, existing resources, and future 325 Davis Hill Cape Set back from the road, designed to introduce and train young anticipated outcomes; explore personal needs. this well designed 3 bed- professionals to become civic leaders. leadership styles. April 8, 2009 - An Introduction to room, 2 bath home fea- Nine sessions will take place on inter- Feb. 4, 2009 - Community Boards tures great kitchen appli- mittent Wednesdays from Jan. 14 Planning & Town Government Learn the legal, ethical and feduciary ances, a brick wood responsibility of board members; how burning fireplace, hardwood floors, a large family room, a 2 through June 24. Program days will Learn about the implications of com- car + garage, a farmer’s porch, a large deck for summer fun, boards are structured; how to read a master bedroom suite with walk-in closet and whirlpool Profit and Loss statements; what sorts bath on the main level. MLS# 2735170...... $264,000 of local organizations depend on boards — and how you can get involved. Mountain Sunsets April 29, 2009 - Roberts Rules Nearly new home with single level living and a lower level play Understand how to run successful room, right in the center of town. and productive meetings using Robert’s Being sold partially sold fur- Rules and other standard protocols. nished & equipped with hot tub and pool table, ready for your at May 18, 2009 - Business to home enjoyment. Seasonal views, plenty of space & heated garage. Bring the family and ettle in. Only minutes to anywhere Business Expo in the valley. MLS# 2718916...... Offered at $269,900 Location: Mount Washington Hotel from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Furnished Condo CORNER BUILDING LOT $2,000 TOWARDS CLOSING INEXPENSIVE CONWAY May 20, 2009 - MWV in Context – Come visit this nicely decorated Just listed .75 Ac. with potential view Reduced to $154,900 spacious-open BUILDING LOT and updated 2 bedroom, 2 bath Local Representation in State of Presidential range, water at street, dining, kitchen, living and den, 3 bed 2 Just $39,900, level, paved public condo in the best association in Government beach rights, gentle slope. full bath, river access, just 8 yr. old. road, driveway is in, expired septic the valley. Sit on the deck and MLS 2750864 $49,900 MLS 2735581 design, OVER 1 acre, good location. Meet local reps and understand their enjoy filtered mountain views, MLS 2744844 positions and backgrounds; learn about play some tennis, or enjoy the club house with it’s over sized hot tub the Executive Council; get a glimpse of and indoor swimming pool. When you can’t be there, make a little income with the on site rental program! 6 MAIN STREET • CONWAY • OFFICE (603) 447-6644 • CELL (603) 662-6831 MLS #2726051...... New Price of $149,900 www.kgregston.com PROFESSIONALS continues opposite page

Page A14 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 CertifiChecks Gift Certificates: The perfect ‘you decide’ gift Great gifts that support Mt. Washington Valley businesses NORTH CONWAY — Looking for easy to buy online, and offer the recipi- the perfect gift for that important per- ent the chance to enjoy a night out on son who has everything but time to have the town or even pay their fuel bill or fun? Mt. Washington Valley Chamber purchase groceries at participating busi- of Commerce comes to the rescue with nesses. It’s the perfect “you decide” hol- CertifiChecks Gift Certificates. iday gift. Honored at more than 150 partici- Simply visit www.Mtwashington val- pating businesses in Mt Washington ley.org to view a list of CertifiCheck par- Valley, CertifiChecks are perfect for that ticipating businesses or to purchase one hard to shop for Valley resident, in any denomination. Look for the “gift employee recognition or client appreci- certificates” link at the bottom of ation programs during the holidays or www.MtwashingtonValley.org. throughout the year. Recipients can use Additionally, a limited supply of them for fine dining, shopping, recre- CertifiChecks is also available at the Mt ation, services, even a “staycation” right Washington Valley Chamber of in Mt Washington Valley. Commerce office in North Conway CertifiChecks are just like any gift across from the North Conway certificate or cash, and are honored at Community Center. participating Mt. Washington Valley For more information, call the Mt. area businesses, including restaurants, Washington Valley Chamber of stores, lodging properties, services and Commerce at 356-5701. ▲ other service-based businesses. They’re

will you do individually and collectively TWO YEAR OLD, 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Professionals with the knowledge, skills, and contacts RANCH STYLE HOME with a walk-out base- that you have gained from the program? ment and a large deck. Beach rights to pretty Continued from opposite page Tuition is $500. Leadership MWV sandy beach, great for swimming, canoeing and urges employers to support participants fishing. Fryeburg Academy school system. how state decisions are made and how by providing tuition assistance. MLS# 2722155...... $169,500 those impact our community. Location: Applications are available online at Statehouse, Concord www.Mtwashingtonvalley.org (scroll June 24, 2009 |Wrap-Up and down to the Leadership MWV logo). WELL -CARED FOR 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile Graduation Applications, including two references, with garage; just a two minute walk to the beach Synthesize lessons learned by sharing are due Nov. 21. on the Saco River. Only a several-minute drive identified solutions to community chal- For more information, contact David to all the shopping in North Conway. lenges, wrap up program and analyze Rudewick at [email protected] or Mt what worked, what didn’t, what can be Washington Valley Chamber of MLS #2750288...... $39,500 improved. Graduation celebration with Commerce Executive Director, Janice local leaders Class commitments - what Crawford at 356-5701, ext 2. ▲

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2006 FATA Craft Show, pictured here, included many of the same offerings as the upcoming Nov. 16 show will. (Courtesy Photo) Proceeds to benefit FATA scholarship fund Fryeburg Academy teachers to hold annual craft fair Nov. 16 he Fryeburg Academy Teachers’ Association career in teaching. baskets, dolls, stuffed animals, stained glass and other will hold its annual Craft Fair at the The fair promises to meet the needs of every products will fill everyone’s shopping list. TWadsworth Arena on Bradley Street in Christmas shopper. Crafters travel from all over New Refreshments will be sold at the fair and there will be a Fryeburg, Maine, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on England to Fryeburg Academy to sell a large variety of raffle of handmade items at 3 p.m. that afternoon. Sunday, Nov. 16. Proceeds from this event benefit the items. At least a dozen crafters will be new to the fair. Anyone looking for that one-of-a-kind holiday gift will FATA scholarship fund. Scholarship awards are given Items such as knitted hats/gloves, wreaths, ceramics, find that this is the place to shop. ▲ each June to graduating seniors who plan to pursue a hand-painted wooden crafts, jewelry, jams and jellies,

Crafts for Christmas on display Nov. 29 Saturday, Nov. 29 ‘Creations of the Hand’ craft show Great Glen Craft Fair seeks vendors headlines local artisans Great Glen Trails will host the seventh annual Great Glen Craft Fair on Friends of the Effingham Library are sponsoring a juried craft and artisan Saturday, Nov. 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Space is still available for local artisans to show, “Creations of the Hand” on Saturday, Nov. 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the displays their wares. Last year’s event sold out, so vendors should reserve space Effingham Elementary School off Route 25. now. Among the local artisans participating in the show are Linda Sorenson, whose Each year the Great Glen Craft Fair features dozens of vendors and attracts jewelry has become famous; nationally known artist and illustrator Shirley hundreds of shoppers looking for the perfect holiday gift. Mensch; Susann Foster Brown of Milton, a well known printmaker; Jen Once again this year, the Great Glen Craft Fair will feature a raffle to benefit Condoulis of Garden Dreams, whose goat soaps and herbal products are always a the Androscoggin Valley Bill Koch Youth Ski League. Raffle tickets will be avail- hit; Cedar Mountain Pottery, which creates wonderful items, including crocks able for $1 each. with maple syrup in them; Linda and Frank Wise, known for wood scrollwork, Admission to the Great Glen Craft Fair is free. The Glen View Café at the pens and scarves; and Roxanne Johnson of Cross Mountain Bears who specializes Great Glen Trails will be open for lunch. in decorative painting and felted bears which are quite unique together with her For more information about the Great Glen Craft Fair and to register as a ven- ▲ CRAFT SHOW continues Page B3 dor, contact Mary Power at [email protected] or 466-2333.

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At Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich Jean Armstrong headlines Nov. 20 Storytelling Dinner Jean Armstrong, storyteller and Storytelling Dinner program on telling, voice for schools, business, and For more information regarding teaching artist from Portland, Maine, Thursday, Nov. 20. conferences. Jean, log onto www.jeanarmstrong.com. headlines the Corner House Inn’s Armstrong has wowed audiences and Armstrong recently was selected to Storytelling Dinners are held each workshop participants at U.S. and be the primary presenter in 1 of 5 Thursday evening at the Corner House Canadian festivals and national and Partners in Education in the Arts grants Inn in Center Sandwich, beginning at regional conferences. She performs a awarded to five schools in Maine by the 6:30 p.m. A three-course meal (salad, wide repertoire, from quirky original MaineArts Commission. She is an adju- entrée, glass of wine, dessert and coffee) stories to poignant, playful folklore for dicated performance artist on MaineArts and great storytelling entertainment are children, adults or families in schools, Commission roster, a founding member featured for only $18.95 per person, plus libraries or special events in New of Maine Organization of Storytelling tax and gratuity. For more information England and further afield. Armstrong Enthusiasts and State Liaison to or reservations, contact the Corner regularly conducts workshops geared National Storytelling Network (NSN) House Inn at 284-6219, or online at toward speaking skills, literacy, story- and member of LANES. [email protected]. ▲ Annual fundraiser to be held at Kennett Middle School Chinese Auction to benefit Special Olympics, Nov. 22 It’s that time of year again to mark would like to make a donation, contact invited again this year. We haven’t been your calendars! The annual Chinese Emma McNally at 447-6280 or 356- able to confirm this at this time because Auction to benefit local Special 9045, or Tammy Shaw at 356-6921, ext. both their social calendars are pretty Olympians who will be participating in 1045 (email at [email protected]). full, and someone has to keep an eye on the Winter Olympics will be held on Both Santa and Mrs. Claus have been those elves! ▲ Saturday, Nov. 22, at Kennett Middle Scxhool. Four years ago, two of the local Jean Armstrong, Storyteller and Teaching Arctic Wolves Team members qualified Come see the Troons in action at the auction, Nov. 22 Artist from Portland, Maine, headlines the and went to the World Special Winter Corner House Inn’s Storytelling Dinner Olympics in Nagano, Japan. program on Thursday, Nov. 20. Besides having a great time and help- Auction at K.A. Brett School (Courtesy Photo) ing a good cause, you can get some early Christmas shopping done! to benefit field trip fund The viewing of the sale items and Join your friends and neighbors on all field trips. The Troon family is buying tickets begins at 5 p.m. The Saturday, Nov. 22, at 1 p.m. at the Brett donating its services to the Brett School drawing will begin promptly at 6:30 School in Tamworth for the K. A. Brett so that 100 percent of auction proceeds p.m., and you must be present to win. Auction, sponsored by the Tamworth can go toward field trips and in-school Pizza Pasta Grille For more information, or if you PTA and the multi-generational Troon enrichment. WE family of auctioneers. Because of high OPENARE fuel prices SAU 13 has had to suspend TROONS continues Page B7 AT “ Fresh & Natural are TIL the beginnings of EVERY FRIDAY 9PM all our Family Recipes” TRADITIONAL & Steak & Shrimp Dinner INNOVATIVE For Two! ITALIAN CUISINE $27.95 Full Menu • Beer & Wine Imported Pasta EVERY SUNDAY ~ Menu ~ Seafood & Vegetable Dishes “All You Can Eat” AN APPETITE WHETTER Country Chicken & Rice • New England Clam Chowder Plus Crisp & Tasty Pizza Champagne Brunch Buffet Pumpkin Bisque TAKE-OUT $17.95 YE FEAST BEGINS OPEN 9am to 10pm9pm daily Medley of Fresh Fruit • Champney’s Field Greens Dining Room opens at 4pm Wild Mushroom Strudel • Maine Crab Cakes 603-383-9111 THE MAIN COURSE CALL 356-7878 179 Carter Notch Road Traditional Roast Turkey Jackson Village, NH Grandmother’s Sage Dressing, Giblet Gravy, LOCATED IN eaglemt.com Mashed Potatoes, Butternut Squash and Cranberry Sauce Pork Calvados Calvados Brandy with Dried Apples and Cherries Sweet Potato Crusted Salmon Orange Burre Blanc Baked Stuffed Haddock Lobster Sauce Roast Prime Rib Sauce au jus THE FINALE A Pastry Table of Fresh Pies, Cakes and Specialties from our Bakery Adults $26.95 • Children (12 & under) $13.95 Reservations Requested, Call 356-5411 ext. 542 Serving 12 noon - 7 pm

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Page B2 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 Nov. 22 at Lovell Athletic Field Lovell’s 3rd Annual Gasping Gobbler 5K Walk and Run What better way to prepare for the Finish line timing is by Portland’s 5K the first 10 walkers. Awards will be given For more information, contact Race Thanksgiving feast than by participating Sports Race Management. for overall male and female runners, as Directors Michael Mendonca (207-697- in Lovell’s 3rd Annual Gasping Gobbler Pre-registration is $12 ($15 after well as middle school and high school 3574) or Stan Tupaj (207-925-2057, 5K Run and Walk? Nov. 18 through race day) or a family teams. Turkeys will be given to the first [email protected]). Two ways to regis- Runners and walkers are invited to rate, which includes three members for place male and female runner, first place ter: on-line at www.active.com or visit take part in this fun event set for $30 and each additional family member walker and “middle of the pack” partici- www.lovellrec.com for a mail. ▲ Saturday, Nov. 22, at 10 a.m. at the for $6. Many extras come with the fee, pant. Lovell Athletic Field on Smarts Hill including a long-sleeved t-shirt to the Road in Lovell, Maine. first 80 entrants, post-race sport drinks Race proceeds benefit all of Lovell’s and bakery items and many great ran- At the Tamworth Town House Recreation Department’s youth and dom prizes. A hot lunch (soup and stew) adult programs, helping to keep them will be available to all for a small dona- affordable and accessible. tion. Two-day drawing workshop offered by The total distance is 5K (3.1 miles) Age categories for males and females and consists of three wheel-measured are as follows: 14 and under, 15-18, 19- Janina Lamb, Nov. 21 & 22 loops around the grass and dirt perime- 29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 and over. ‘Seeing the Light: Drawing with the simple, fun, guided activities, the class ter of the athletic complex. It simulates Ribbons will be presented to the first eyes of an artist,’ a two-day workshop will practice being in the moment and many school cross-country running and second male and female runners in offered by Janina Lamb, will be held on letting the connection between self and courses and is very spectator friendly. each age category. Ribbons also go to Friday, Nov. 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. action flow freely. and Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 Beginners, even those who think they Christmas wreaths will be on sale in p.m. at the Tamworth Town House in “can’t draw,” are entirely welcome. the lobby. Tamworth. The Friday evening session Everyone can draw, even people who say Craft Show The luncheon menu this year will be will be a warm-up, and if you can't make they can't draw a straight line. (By the Continued from Page B1 presented by the Friends of the it to that, the Saturday session will be way, the best way to draw a straight line Effingham Library and it promises to complete within itself. is with a ruler.) Whether you are a Learning to draw is learning to see in beginner, or someone who already partner, Denise Walker, who special- live up to past successes. An addition to this year’s craft show a new way. The goal of the workshop is knows the pleasure of using simple izes in textiles. to help students explore the practice of materials — pencils, charcoal and ink — Also returning this year are Ann will be a demonstration alcove wherein Jan Graham of Creature Comfort drawing as a set of tools and techniques, to record visual and emotional experi- Skehan with her exceptional quilts; and as a way to connect the internal and ence on paper, this course will gently Louise Hotz and her children’s cloth- Tactiles will hand spin wool, show felt- ed products and her pet memory external world. This will be accom- guide you towards your own seeing, ing; Lisa Boucher of Clayworks with plished by sharing exercises that encour- feeling, drawing self. her beautifully designed clay jewelry; pouches. Other demonstators will be also taking part in the show. age experimentation, discovery, and the and Sue Hoople with her felted wool joy of creating. Through a series of DRAWING continues Page B7 wearables; and Ann Aiton and her This is the fourth year for the craft many talents. Returning this year are show and each has been more success- Saco River Pottery and Kathy ful than the last. The show has received McGreavy with her beautiful work, and praise from all corners. The Friends’ goal was always to provide a quality fair Chinese Auction/ many more artisans. Penny Sale to Benefit Special Olympics New to the show this year are Karyl for everyone’s enjoyment and they look November 22, 2008 Bisson, who creates woodland terrari- forward to continuing this in the ums and home accents; Kligge Foto future. Proceeds from this show will be Kennett Middle School Cafeteria (formerly Kennett High School) Haus and their marvelous photographs; used to fund projects for the Effingham Viewing and Tickets sold from 5:00 - 6:30 David and Andrea Capron with excit- Public Library. ing wood turned bowls and jewelry For further information about the Winning Bidders Announced- 6:30 boxes; and Terri Carrier with embroi- craft show, call 539-4964 or mhs283@ You must be present to win! dered totes, hats and Christmas stock- gmail.com. ▲ Support two great causes, have fun, and do your Christmas shop- ings. ping at the same time! this annual fundraiser supports local Olympians, the Arctic Wolves, in the Winter Olympics at Waterville. Four years ago, two local Olympians went to Japan in the World Winter Olympics and brought home medals! For more information contact Emma McNally at 356-9045 or Tammy Shaw at 356-6921 Ext. 1045

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person which covers cost of lunch and supplies. What to Do For more information or to register call the library Friday 14 at 367-8545. Freedom Food Pantry. Open every Saturday A.A. Meetings. There are several AA Meetings from 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near Church in Freedom Village. For more information you. call 539-2637. Al-Anon. From 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Center, Historic Thanksgiving Dinner. The Remick corner of White Mountain Highway and Grove Country Doctor Museum and Farm in Tamworth Street in North Conway. Call 800-593-3330 or go will hold its special annual Historic Thanksgiving to www.nhaa.net to find one near you. from 1 to 4 p.m. Traditional foods will be prepared Dinner and Basket Preview. The 302 West on the open hearth. The menu includes roast Smokehouse and Tavern in Fryeburg, Maine will turkey, bread sauce stuffing-dressing, hearth bread host a Dinner and Basket Preview for the Miranda and butter and delicious dessert. Admission is $5 Levitt Diabetes Fund Raiser at 4 p.m. Proceeds go per person which includes a sample plate of the to the Diabetes Fund for local families. For more Thanksgiving fare, wagon ride and craft activity. information contact Donna at 207-935-3959. For more information call 323-7591. Friday Painters’ Group. The new Open Studio Insulate Before You Insolate. The Tin sessions will meet Fridays from 9 a.m. until noon Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald at the MWVAA’s office, located next to the RSN Hill Road in Albany will hold a workshop about studios on the lower level of Norcross Place in lowering energy costs through use of alternative North Conway village. Artists should bring their energy and energy conservation from 9 a.m. to 12 own supplies and are also welcome to bring a p.m. Russ Lanoie will facilitate the workshop. The brown bag lunch. The Friday Painters group is program is open to the public. Cost for members free for members and a $5 donation is suggested is $7 and non members is $10. For more informa- for non-members. tion or reservations call 447-6991. Harvest Supper and Pie Auction. The St. Mohla Family Benefit. The Madison preschool Andrews in the Valley Church in Tamworth will and the Brass Heart Inn will hold a special benefit hold a harvest supper and pie auction. The supper dinner for the Mohla family of Madison at 5:30 will begin at 6 p.m. and features hearty beef stew p.m. at the Brass Heart Inn in Tamworth. A deli- as well as vegetarian alternatives. The cost is $7.50 cious three course meal followed by Jonathan per person. The pie auction will begin at 7 p.m. Sarty and the White Mountain Boys at 7 p.m. For more information call the church at 323-8515. Tickets are $25 per couple. All proceeds will ben- Postpartum Support Group. The Conway efit the Mohla family, who’s daughter was recently Public Library will host a postpartum support diagnosed with leukemia. For more information or group every Friday at 10 a.m. in the Ham to purchase tickets, call 323-7766. Community Room of the library. The weekly Silk Painting Workshop. The Tamworth meeting is free and open to the public. For more Recreation Department will sponsor a silk paint- information call 387-8236 or 986-8063. ing workshop, taught by Jay Rancourt from 10 Psychic Boot Camp. Dr. Lisa Halpin will present a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Tamworth Town House on a “Psychic Boot Camp” at the White Mountain Main Street in Tamworth. The all day workshop is Hypnosis Center in Madison today through open to adults and children over 10 years old. The Historic Thanksgiving Dinner. The Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm in Sunday. This is an intensive interactive workshop. cost of the workshop is $7 per scarf painted. Wear old clothes and bring a bag lunch. Space is limited. Tamworth will hold its special annual Historic Thanksgiving on Saturday, Nov. 15, from The workshop will be held on Friday from 11 a.m. 1 to 4 p.m. Traditional foods will be prepared on the open hearth. The menu includes to 7 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Call 323-8510 for more information or to register. Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost of the work- Trail Clearing and Bridge Building Workday. roast turkey, bread sauce stuffing-dressing, hearth bread and butter and delicious shop is $425 per person. The Tin Mountain Conservation Center on Bald dessert. Admission is $5 per person which includes a sample plate of the Thanksgiving Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark Hill Road in Albany will hold a trail clearing and fare, wagon ride and craft activity. For more information call 323-7591. Museum Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 bridge building workday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Interpreter, Virginia Taylor, prepares a turkey for the Reflector oven, which will be to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- Volunteer to come out and help the staff improve placed by the fire in the open hearth. (Courtesy Photo) 2200. the trail network at the Nature Learning Center. Bring water and lunch. For more information call Story Time in Effingham. The Effingham Public 447-6991. Library hosts infant and toddler story time from Conway Dinner Bell. Conway Dinner Bell at the Tai Chi Society’s North Conway Center in the 11 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 539- Woods Tea Company in Concert. Arts Council Congregational Church (brown church) on Main Eastern Slope Plaza complex from 6:30 to 8 p.m. 1537. of Tamworth presents the lively and accomplished Street in Conway Village serves a free community For more information call 356-5581. Woods Tea Company at 7:30 p.m. at the dinner from 5 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. For Story Time at MWV Children’s Museum. The WMHA Monthly Meeting. The White Barnstormers Theatre. For tickets and informa- information call 447-3851. Mountain Horse Association will hold their MWV Children’s Museum presents its weekly tion visit www.artstamworth.org or call 323-8104. half-hour story time at 10 a.m. at the museum in Flu Shots. The Community Nurse’s office in monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Hunsicker’s North Conway. Children from ages birth to six Sunday 16 Tamworth will hold flu shot clinics every Monday Farm on Route 16A in Intervale. Guest speaker is years old are the focal audience for this fun and through Friday from 9 to 11 a.m. $15 for Dr. Sara Hodgdon from TNT Equine Services of informative story time. Call 356-2992 for more Argentine Tango Classes. Isabel Costa, a native Tamworth residents, $20 for non-residents. Call Dover. The public is welcome. For more informa- information. of Argentina is teaching Argentine tango classes 323-8511 for more information. tion contact Debbie Shade at 383-4302 or Trish every Sunday at the Christmas Farm Inn in Gibson Center Programs. The Gibson Center Ashworth at 356-4438. Jackson. Beginner-Intermediate classes are from 1 Saturday 15 for Senior Services in North Conway offers a Tuesday 18 to 2 p.m. Beginner level classes are from 2 to 3 number of activities and informational programs Bake Sale & Local Produce. The Effingham p.m. Cost of the class is $10 per person. Please Preservation Society is serving home-made treats for seniors, including yoga and mobility classes, a Baby, Prenatal and Mommy Yoga. The MWV contact Jessyca Keeler at 662-6800 for more infor- game day, computer labs, dances, support groups, Children’s Museum is holding its weekly baby, every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grange mation or to sign up. Building on Route 153 in the Center Effingham movies, health related service programs and trips. prenatal and mommy yoga class at 12:30 p.m. This Historic District. Folks are welcome to sit down Annual Craft Fair. The Fryeburg Academy Call 356-3231 for details. is a non-traditional spin on yoga. The class is open to moms, mommies with infants and pregnant and enjoy coffee, conversation, and the historic teachers will hold their annual Craft Fair from How A Picture Book is Made. The Conway moms. It is flexible and inviting and attempts to setting. Proceeds are used to maintain and reno- 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Wadsworth Arena on Public Library invites you to this special program accommodate the needs of mothers of young chil- vate this historic landmark. Bradley Street in Fryeburg, Maine. Crafters travel from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Refreshments will be dren. The cost is $12 for non-members and $10 from all over New England to sell a large variety served. The program is free and open to the pub- Bartlett Historical Society Hours. The Bartlett for members. Registration is required. Please call of items. Refreshments will be sold and a raffle of lic. Historical Society will suspend their hours handmade items will take place at 3 p.m. Proceeds 356-2992 to reserve your spot today. through the winter. Anyone wishing to tour the Morning Book Group. The Conway Public to benefit the FATA Scholarship Fund. Brownfield Library Story Time. The Historical Society may do so by appointment. For Library will host the morning book group at 10:15 Brownfield Library in Brownfield, Maine is offer- more information call 383-4110. Square Dance. The Mount Washington Valley a.m. Today’s discussion will be “Buffalo Soldier,’ ing story time for preschoolers on Tuesdays at 10 Squares will hold a square dance at the Conway by Chris Bohjalian. All are welcome for coffee and Chamber Music Concert. The Mountain Top a.m. For more information call Dot Smith at 207- American Legion on Tasker Hill Road in Conway conversation. Music Center and IMAI presents an evening of from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Early rounds begin at 1:30 935-3003. Chamber Music at a private home in Glen at 7:30 Prenatal Yoga. Monday morning yoga at the p.m. Ray Hilton will be the caller and John Heign Harrison House Resale Shoppe. The Harrison p.m. The musicians will perform Bach, Mozart, Birth House in Bridgton, Maine from 9 to 10:30 will be the cuer. For more information call 569- House Resale Shoppe located at the entrance of Mendelssohn and Rachmaninoff. Tickets are $35 a.m. To register for the eight weeks series contact 3962. the Conway Area Humane Society at 223 East per person. Call 447-4737 for reservations and The Birth House at 207-647-5919. Eight weeks of Main Street in Conway will be open every directions. Yoga Classes. An eclectic style of Kripalu Yoga is yoga at $75 or $10 per session for walk-ins. offered every day except Fridays by Carlene of Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and saturday from 10 Charm Making for Teens Workshop. The Symmetree Yoga. The groups will practice Hatha Pre-School Music. Mountain Top Music Center a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your donated items by, or Mount Washington Valley Arts Association will yoga postures paired with breath, meditation and on Main Street in Conway will hold pre-school come in and find a bargain. Proceeds benefit the hold a charm making workshop with Lori Badger relaxation. Classes are $13 per person. Times and music classes from 10 to 10:45 a.m. for children Conway Area Humane Society. For more informa- from 1 to 4 p.m. The class is suited for teens age locations vary throughout the Valley. For more ages 3-5. Children sing, dance, and play rhythm tion contact the shelter at 447-5605. 13 through 18. The class will be held at the information or to schedule a class, contact Carlene instruments. Children learn patterns necessary for Story Time in Tamworth. The Cook Memorial MWVAA office at Norcross Place in North at 662-8664 or on the web at www.symmetreeyo- further music study. Pre-reading skills are incor- Library offers a story time for toddlers from 10:30 Conway. The class is $40 for members and $50 for ga.com. porated in drawing and coloring activities. to 11:30 a.m. and another for preschoolers from 1 non-members. For more information or to regis- $8/class. Registration is requested. Call 447-4737. to 2 p.m. on the first three Tuesdays of each ter call 356-2787. Monday 17 Preschool Story Time in Lovell. The Charlotte month. For more information call 323-8510. Conway Contra Dance Double Feature. Tin Agape Food Pantry. Agape Food Pantry is open Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell, Maine is hold- Mountain Conservation Center in Albany will Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., ing story time for preschoolers age five and under Wednesday 19 hold an artist’s reception featuring the oil pastels located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on on Mondays at 10 a.m. For more information call Breastfeeding Support Group. The Family of Candace Mahr from 5 to 7 p.m. The presenta- Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee. 207-925-3177. Birthing Center at the Memorial Hospital in tion will be followed by a potluck dinner and con- Quilt Making. The Freedom Christian Church North Conway will hold a breastfeeding support tra dance. Music will be by Fish of a Feather and Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks Ladies Guild will meet every Monday, weather group every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and Thursdays Eric Rollnick will be the caller. Beginners wel- permitting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to make quilts at 4:30 p.m. in the Family Birthing Center at the come and all dances taught. Admission to the 1/2 to 1 mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Rain or snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear com- for charity. Bring a bag lunch. All welcome, no Memorial Hospital. This group is free and open to dance is $7 for adults, $3 for children under 12 or matter age or ability. For more information call all breastfeeding mothers. Breastfeeding peer $15 per family. For more information contact fortable shoes and warm clothes. For more infor- mation call Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068. Myrtle at 539-5831 or Polly at 539-8479. counselors and lactation specialists facilitate the Dexter at 383-8946. program. Babies and siblings are welcome. For Square Dance Workshop. The MWV Stompers Children's Choir. Mountain Top Music Center more information call the Memorial Hospital at Family Comics Workshop. The Madison will hold a square dance workshop every Monday on Main Street in Conway will hold children’s 356-5461 ext. 146. Library will host a Family Comics Workshop with from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Conway Elementary artist Marek Bennett from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the choir on Mondays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Have fun singing with other kids, learning about music, and School. For more information call Arthur at 447- Camera Club Meeting. The North Country library’s Chick Room. Learn the basics of comic 5527, Charlene at 207-647-9464 or Liz at 447- Camera Club meets Sept. through May on the creation. Designed for children ages 7 to 11 making beautiful music. Taught by Jenny Ouellette. $75 for fall semester. Scholarships avail- 5863. first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and pre- p.m. in the Ham Room of the Conway Public able. Call 447-4737 to register. Taoist Tai Chi Classes. Taoist Tai Chi classes are registration is required. Registration fee is $5 per Library. The first meeting is informational and the offered on Mondays and Thursdays at the Taoist

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second is competition (digital and prints). Contact For information contact Linda Littlefield at 539- Music for Toddlers. Mountain Top Music Linwood Cash and the Ridge Riders. Admission is Ed Bergeron, President, at 356-6936 for more 8090. Center on Main Street in Conway will hold music $10 for single and $20 for couples. The dance is information. Also, visit our website: www.north- White Mountain Stamp Club. The White for toddlers classes from 10:15 to 11 a.m. For chil- BYOB. A 50/50 and bottle raffle will also be held. countrycameraclub.org. Our club is a member of Mountain Stamp Club meets on the second dren between 18 months and three years old, this Proceeds to benefit community projects and build- the New England Camera Club Council. Come Wednesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. and gain class offers children and their caregivers an oppor- ing fund. For more information call Earl at 207- check us out, all levels are welcome! on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at tunity to dance, play rhythm instruments, sing, 935-2911. Community Coffee Klatch. Meets at the the home of Barbara Savary, located at 1724 NH and play games using familiar songs. This class Captain Enoch Remick House Hearthside Chocorua Public Library from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Route 16 (on the corner of the south end of Bald stimulates musical and cognitive development. Dinner. Join us for a hearthside dinner at the Coffee, tea, sweets and great conversation are all Hill Road in Albany). Everyone interested in col- Song sheets are included so that you can bring the Captain Enoch Remick House in Tamworth from part of this morning. Bring a friend or come alone. lecting stamps is welcome to attend. Fore more songs home to enjoy all week. $8/class, please reg- 5 to 7 p.m. The menu for each meal varies depend- All are welcome. information call Barbara at 447-5461 or email at ister by calling 447-4737. ing upon the season. The fee for the dinner is $35 Computer Tutoring. Every Wednesday, free one [email protected]. Playgroups. Even Start Family Literacy Program per person. Call 323-8002 to reserve your space. to one computer tutoring at the Gibson Center. Young Adult Book Group. The Conway Public Playgroup will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at Chinese Auction. The annual Chinese Auction Co-sponsored by the Kennett Retired Teachers Library invites young people in grades six and up Effingham Elementary School. Playgroups are for Special Olympics will be held at the Kennett Association and the Gibson Center. Call to set up to join its Young Adult Book Group. Discussions open to children, birth to six years old and their Middle School in Conway. Viewing of sale items an appointment at 356-3231. take place on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. and there parents. Any questions call Even Start at 539- and buying tickets begins at 5 p.m. The drawing 9126. Dinner Bell North. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church are always plenty of snacks. will begin at 6:30 p.m. and you must be present to in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell Thursday 20 Storytelling Dinners. The Corner House Inn in win. For more information or to make a donation, free dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. Center Sandwich will hold storytelling dinners contact Emma McNally at 447-6280 or Tammy Argentine Tango Practice Session. Come to the every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This week stories will Shaw at 356-6921 ext. 1045. Fall Book Discussion Group. The fall book dis- Jeanne Limmer Dance Studio in North Conway be told by Travis Wallace of Madison. Cost for cussion group will meet at the Cook Memorial Church Fair. A church fair will be held at the Village on Thursday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. to dinner and entertainment is $18.95 plus tax and Library in Tamworth at 7 p.m. The book for this Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church in practice your steps or to check out what this dance gratuity. For reservations or more information call month is “The History of Love” by Nicole Krauss. Fryeburg Harbor, Maine from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is all about. Cost is $5 per person. Contact Jessyca 284-6219. Joann Vasconcellos will facilitate the discussion. Follow signs from Route 5 between Fryeburg and Keeler at 663-6800 for more information or to Free and open to the public. For more information Wii Gaming Day. The Conway Public Library Lovell. Many crafts, baked goods, white elephant sign up. or a copy of the book, call the library at 323-8510. will host Wii Gaming Day from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. table and raffle table. Free coffee and fruit punch. Bloomin’ Babies Mother’s Group. The Birth for young adults in grades 6 and up. Refreshments Come join us for a good time. Flu Shot Clinic. A public flu and pneumonia House in Bridgton, Maine will offer Bloomin’ will be served. Come join the fun. shots clinic will be held at the Tri-County CAP First Annual Must-Go Fundraiser. The Babies Mother’s Group every Thursday from 10 Community Resource Center on Route 16 in Tamworth Historical Society will hold a Must Go a.m. to 12 p.m. All parents with babies and pre- Friday 21 Tamworth from 9 a.m. to noon. Open to the pub- Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Brass school siblings are welcome. For more informa- lic on a first come first serve basis. Participants A.A. Meetings. There are several AA Meetings Heart Inn. Items for sale will include antiques, fur- tion call 207-647-5919 or on the web at must be 18 years old or older. Fee is $20. Medicaid held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- niture, gift items and much more. For information www.birthhousebridgton.com. is not accepted at public clinics. For more infor- 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near call Don Harte at 323-7766. you. mation contact the Visiting Nurses at 356-7006. Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking Freedom Food Pantry. Open every Saturday Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks Al-Anon. From 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Center, from 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, Grief Group. A grief group will be held from 9 to 1/2 to 1 mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room at The Met in corner of White Mountain Highway and Grove Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian Rain or snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear com- Street in North Conway. Church in Freedom Village. For more information North Conway Village. The program is free and fortable shoes and warm clothes. For more infor- Drawing with the Eyes of an Artist call 539-2637. open to the public to discuss feelings about the mation call Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068. . A two-day death of loved ones. For more information call Jeff drawing workshop will be held today from 6:30 to Holiday Fair. The North Conway Community at 986-4977 or Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care Jam Band/Recording Class. Mountain Top 8:30 p.m. and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Center in North Conway Village will hold their Services of NCC at 356-7006. Music Center on Main Street in Conway will offer the Tamworth Town House in Tamworth. The Holiday Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by for jam band/recording class from 7 to 9 p.m. for ages workshop will be led by Janina Lamb. All are wel- early holiday shopping. Several local crafters will Holiday Cooking Classes. The Everyday 11-adult. This ongoing series is designed to put all Gourmet will present two holiday cooking classes come. Recommended for ages 14 and older. be attending. those scales, chords, and rhythm studies to real- Reserve soon as space is limited to ten participants. today and tomorrow at Katrina’s Organic Market K.A. Brett School Auction. The Tamworth PTA world use, develop group performance skills, tap Cost of the workshop is $75 per person. For more in North Conway from 6 to 8 p.m. Learn to make will sponsor the K.A. Brett Auction at 1 p.m. at the into your creative potential, teach methods for information or to register, call Janina at 323-7539. holiday appetizers and quick holiday dishes. The Brett School in Tamworth. The Troon Family is expanding one core idea into a whole song, give Sponsored by the Tamworth Recreation classes are $40 per person and include a light din- donating their services so that 100 percent of the students a chance to interact with their musical Department. ner and glass of wine. For more information or to peers, and explore the art of multi-track recording. auction proceeds goes towards field trips and in sign up for the classes, call Anita Burroughs at Taught by Chad Cummings, the drop-in fee for Friday Painters’ Group. The new Open Studio school enrichment programs. Doors open at 12 986-6216. students is $15, or sign up for the whole session for sessions will meet Fridays from 9 a.m. until noon p.m. For information on donating goods or gift Home School Support Group. The Brownfield $40. Call 447-4737. at the MWVAA’s office, located next to the RSN certificates call 323-7271. studios on the lower level of Norcross Place in Public Library in Brownfield, Maine will hold a Rediscovering Afghanistan. The Cook Madison Library Toddler Playgroup. The North Conway village. Artists should bring their Home School Support Group every Wednesday Memorial Library in Tamworth will hold an illus- Madison Library will hold toddler playgroups own supplies and are also welcome to bring a from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. We will organize field trated talk on “Rediscovering Afghanistan: every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. through November brown bag lunch. The Friday Painters group is trips, do projects, find other kids your kids age, Lessons from the Home,” at 2 p.m. The talk is free 20. Toddlers, babies, and caregivers meet and min- free for members and a $5 donation is suggested and moral support for parents. For more informa- and open to the public. For additional information gle in the children’s room. Call 367-8545 for more for non-members. tion call 207-935-3003. information. about the program call the library at 323-8510 or Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark to register for the workshop call the Arts Alliance Metaphysical Group. A free on-going metaphys- Morning Garden and Sweet Pea Programs. ical group meets every Wednesday from 7 to 9 Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 at 323-7302. The White Mountain Waldorf School offers to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- p.m. at the White Mountain Hypnosis Center in Puppy Playgroup. At Four Your Paws Only on Morning Garden and Sweet Pea Programs to 2200. Madison. For more information or to join the beginning today. Did you have a newborn or look- Main Street in North Conway from 11 a.m. to group call 367-8851. ing for a loving comfortable environment to bring Story Time in Effingham. The Effingham Public noon. All puppies must be on a leash and up to Nature Nuts. Tin Mountain Conservation your toddler to meet new friends? Amy St. Pierre- Library hosts infant and toddler story time from date on vaccines. No aggressive dogs please! For Center presents “Nature Nuts,” the nature pro- Gashcott (Miss Amy), an experienced Waldorf 11 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 539- more information call 356-7297. gram for children ages three through five and their Teacher, will be offering programs this fall which 1537. caregivers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the TMCC will provide for both needs. She will offer a week- Story Time at MWV Children’s Museum. The Sunday 23 Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in ly Morning Garden program for parents and tod- MWV Children’s Museum presents its weekly Argentine Tango Classes. Isabel Costa, a native Albany. For more information call 447-6991 or on dler (crawling to 3 years) from 9 a.m. to 11a.m. for half-hour story time at 10 a.m. at the museum in of Argentina is teaching Argentine tango classes the web at www.tinmtn.org. eight weeks as well as The Sweet Pea program North Conway. Children from ages birth to six every Sunday at the Christmas Farm Inn in Old Time String Band. Mountain Top Music (newborns to pre-crawl) from 12:30 to 2 p.m. years old are the focal audience for this fun and Jackson. Beginner-Intermediate classes are from 1 Center’s Old Time String Band will be plucking Please call 447-3168 for a more detailed descrip- informative story time. Call 356-2992 for more to 2 p.m. Beginner level classes are from 2 to 3 away with jam sessions on Wednesday evenings tion of each program and we do offer a sliding information. p.m. Cost of the class is $10 per person. Please scale fee. from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Music Center. Bring Saturday 22 contact Jessyca Keeler at 662-6800 for more infor- your fiddle, banjo, mandolin, guitar, bass, dul- Music for Babies. Mountain Top Music Center mation or to sign up. cimer, recorder, flute, harmonica, accordion, auto- on Main Street in Conway will hold music for Bartlett Historical Society Hours. The Bartlett Yoga Classes. An eclectic style of Kripalu Yoga is harp, drum, etc. This class is taught by Seth babies classes from 9:30 to 10 a.m. In this free Historical Society will suspend their hours offered every day except Fridays by Carlene of Austen, a musician with over 25 years experience class, babies from birth through eighteen months through the winter. Anyone wishing to tour the Symmetree Yoga. The groups will practice Hatha teaching and performing. For more information play interactive games involving familiar songs, Historical Society may do so by appointment. For yoga postures paired with breath, meditation and call 447-4737. rhymes, and rhythm. Activities are designed to more information call 383-4110. relaxation. Classes are $13 per person. Times and T.O.P.S. Take Off Pounds Sensibly will meet stimulate babies' cognitive development. Song Brownfield Lions Club Dance. The Brownfield locations vary throughout the Valley. For more Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. (4:30 p.m. weigh-in) sheets are included so that you can bring the songs Lions Club will hold a dance at the Lions Den information or to schedule a class, contact Carlene at the O.C.C. building at the corner of Dore home to enjoy. Taught by Sharon Novak. Please located on Routes 5 and 113 from 8:30 p.m. to at 662-8664 or on the web at www.symmetreeyo- Street and Moultonville Road in Center Ossipee. register by calling 447-4737. 12:30 a.m. This is an adult dance. Music is by ga.com.

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Lounges, Taverns & Pubs (N)=Nightlife, (D)=Dining, (A)=Afternoon, (B)=Brunch Almost There - Albany The Met - North Conway Village Simon Crawford Fri. & Sat. Nov. 14 & 15 (N, A) Classic Pop A Spoken Word Wednesdays (N) Open Mic

Club 550 - North Conway Rafferty’s - North Conway DJ Sunday & Wednesday (N) Karaoke/Dancing Stump Trivia Night Thursdays (N) Trivia DJ Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. (N) DJ/Dancing Red Fox Bar & Grille - Jackson The Conway Cafe - Conway Village TBA Sun., Nov. 16 (B) (9 a.m.) Jazz Open Mic Night Wednesdays (N) Harlenwolf Record Shop Red Jacket Mountain View - North Conway Delaney’s Hole in the Wall - North Conway Rick Hemsley-Buzzel Fri. and Sat., Nov. 14 & 15 (N) Solo Guitar Now is Now Wed., Nov. 19 (N) Rock Red Parka Pub - Downtown Glen Eagle Mtn. House - Jackson Pie Boys Flat Fri., & Sat. Nov 14 & 15 (N) Island Blues Clare Gardner Sunday, Nov. 16 (B) Piano Shannon Door Pub - Jackson Village Homestead Restaurant - North Conway O’Neil & Deveneau Thurs., Nov. 13 (N) Celtic/Folk Acoustic Open Mic Thursdays (N) Host: Tom Rebmann Jon Sarty Fri., Nov. 14 (N) Celtic/Folk Dennis & Davey Sat., Nov. 15 (N) Celtic/Folk Inn at Thorn Hill - Jackson Kevin Dolan Sun., Nov. 16 (N) Celtic Folk Mike Jewell Saturdays (N) Solo Piano Clare Gardner Mondays (N) Piano and Vocals Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson Cormac McCarthy Fri., Nov. 14 (N) Folk Joshua Tree Bakery - West Ossipee Kevin Dolan Sat., Nov. 15 (N) Folk Open Mic Fridays Local Talent Up Country Tavern - North Conway May Kelly’s Cottage - North Conway DJ Kristen Thursdays (N) DJ /Karaoke/Dancing Dennis & Davey Fridays (N) Celtic Crooners DJ Fri., Nov. 14 (N) DJ /Dancing Celtic Seisuins Sundays (A) Irish Music DJ Sat., Nov. 15 (N) DJ /Dancing

Wildcat Tavern - Jackson Village Bear and the Sat., Nov. 15 (N) Rock Honeydrippers

The Wentworth - Jackson Village Judy Herrick Fri., & Sat., Nov. 14 & 15 (N) Piano

White Mountain Hotel - North Conway Heather Pierson Fri. and Sat. (D) Piano Michael Jewell Sunday (B) Piano

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Page B6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 Valley Round-Up Illustrated talk at Cook Memorial Library in Tamworth ‘Rediscovering Afghanistan: Lessons from the Home,’ Nov. 22 Cook Memorial Library in The talk is free and open to the pub- various impacts of international influ- a variety of forms and formats for pro- Tamworth presents “Rediscovering lic, and is followed at 3:30 p.m. by ence on Afghanistan. She will offer grams illustrating life in Afghanistan Afghanistan: Lessons from the Home,” "Learning About Afghanistan through insights into the impact on local life that have been presented to audiences an illustrated talk at 2 p.m. Saturday, Material Culture and Literature," a free made by the geopolitical processes at throughout New England. The consis- Nov. 22, at the Cook Memorial Library professional-development workshop for work in Afghanistan, particularly with tent response from viewers of Lehr's in Tamworth. teachers and parents presented by the respect to home life and personal securi- presentations, from children to college Using still and film images, historical Arts Alliance of Northern New ty. students to adults, has been to note the sources, geopolitical data, and personal Hampshire as part of its “Heart of the As an artist, photographer, linguist significant effect these images, stories, anecdotes, Dr. Jennifer Fluri of Silk Road” project. Both programs are and Executive Director of Rubia, Inc., a and material goods had on their under- Dartmouth College and Rachel Lehr of funded by the New Hampshire nonprofit organization that provides standing of Afghanistan's landscapes Rubia, Inc., will discuss what life is real- Humanities Council with support from work, income and education in and people. ly like in Afghanistan today. They Dartmouth College, and Rubia, Inc. Afghanistan, Lehr brings to the program “We hope to provide a complex and believe that the intimate insights gar- Fluri is an assistant professor in the the personal perspective of participant compelling view of Afghanistan by nered from their experiences of both Department of Geography and Women observation field research. She has more showing how geopolitical factors influ- rural and urban Afghan homes and com- and Gender Studies Program at than 25 years experience in Afghan cul- ence the use of private and public space, munities are important in promoting a Dartmouth. Her research has identified tural and academic issues and for the considering development planning and richer understanding of Afghanistan and the importance of establishing interre- past seven years has collected visual resource allocation, and describing per- in stimulating discussion and challeng- gional and international networks that images and material artifacts of daily life sonal and cultural behaviors in reaction ing stereotypes at a time when increase cultural understanding and sen- among the rural Afghans with whom she to security, sanctuary, and seclusion,” Afghanistan is once again at the fore- sitivity. In her current work she studies works. Fluri says. front of international news. gender relations and also examines the She has compiled this information in “The information about what's hap- pening in Afghanistan presented to Americans is often either sensational- Madison PTO promotes health and fitness ized or simplified," adds Lehr. "We've found that Americans are really eager to know more and to go deeper. By pre- Thanksgiving Day 5K and Fitness Walk in Madison senting a look at real-life scenarios in The leaves are falling….here comes before Nov 20. Post-entry and day of Caputo, & Co., Mountain View Service Afghanistan today, and focusing on the the 1st annual Madison Thanksgiving race is $15. Fee for the two-mile fitness Center, A. Jay VanDyne Contracting, universally familiar activities and rela- Day 5K Trail Race and Two Mile Fitness walk will be $5 per individual, $15 per The Brass Heart Inn, Lazy Dog Inn, tionships of home life, we hope to Walk, presented by the Madison PTO family. Award certificates/gifts to first EMS, Road ID, & USA Track & Field. broaden the understanding of our audi- and Purity Spring Resort on Thursday, place in the men's and women’s 14 and Come out on Thanksgiving morning ences." Nov. 27 at 9 a.m. under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50- and celebrate the holiday with a run or For additional information about the This event is a fund-raiser for the 59, 60-69, 70 & over divisions. The 5K walk on the beautiful grounds of Purity program, contact the library at 323- Madison Parent-Teacher Organization race is a USATF sanctioned event (no Spring Resort. All ages and abilities wel- 8510; to register for the workshop, call and will feature a rolling technical cross strollers or headphones). These rules do come. According to race organizer Stacy the Arts Alliance at 323-7302. ▲ country trail course with some technical not apply to the two mile fitness walk, Petell, “Madison PTO is encouraging footing sections. It will be about one- but be advised the course is over hiking kids and families to be fit and healthy half single track trail and one-half dirt trails that may not be stroller friendly in together. We are even running a road. The two-mile fitness walk will take sections. healthy competition between class- place on easy trails near the running This event is sponsored by: The rooms at Madison Elementary School W. race, perfect for individuals or families Profile Group, Silver Lake Home to see which class will send the most Daily- 8 & 10:30 am, 1, 4 & 7pm of any ability. The event will also fea- Center, Silver Lake Massage Therapy, participants to the event on Nov. 27. ture a free kids’ “Turkey Trot” fun run Green Alternative Energy, LLC, Chick The winning class will earn a special for children ages five and under at Packaging, Taylor Chiropractic, Yankee prize.” around 10 a.m. Smokehouse, Cormack Construction, According to Race Director Catalina Registration fee for the 5K is $10 TCP Property Management, Gamwell, Kirsch, of the White Mountain Milers, “Registrations are coming in from all over New England. Sign up soon! We Gift Certificates Available Bargain Matinees Daily TWILIGHT C Thu: 12:01 AM will have T-shirt gifts to the first 50 reg- QUANTUM OF SOLACE C Fri: 4:20, 6:50, 9:00; Sat: 1:40, 4:20, entertained you can bid on movie passes istrants. Join us for a morning of grati- 6:50, 9:00; Sun: 1:40, 4:20, 6:50; MontoThu: 4:20, 6:50 and tickets to local shows or the MADAGASCAR: ESCAPE 2 AFRICA B Fri: 4:00, 4:50, 6:30, 7:00, Troons tude and healthy fun!” Registration can Sat Sun 8:30, 9:00; : 1:50, 2:50, 4:00, 4:50, 6:30, 7:00, 8:30, 9:00; : Portland Sea Dogs, or make a night of it be done by mail or online. Download 1:50, 2:50, 4:00, 4:50, 6:30, 7:00; MontoThu: 4:00, 4:50, 6:30, 7:00 Continued from Page B2 by also bidding on a gift certificate to a ROLE MODELS E Fri: 4:30, 7:10, 9:10; Sat: 2:00, 4:30, 7:10, 9:10; TRAIL RACE continues Page B8 Sun: 2:00, 4:30, 7:10; MontoThu: 4:30, 7:10 local restaurant. Many gift items will be ZACK AND MIRI E Fri: 4:30, 7:10, 9:10; Sat: 2:00, 4:30, 7:10, 9:10; Thousands of dollars worth of new auctioned, as well. A complete list of Sun: 2:00, 4:30, 7:10; MontoThu: 4:30, 7:10 merchandise and gift certificates for HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 3: SENIOR YEAR A Fri: 4:10, 6:40, 8:50; donated items is available at Sat: 1:30, 4:10, 6:40, 8:50; Sun: 1:30, 4:10, 6:40; MontoThu: 4:10, many local goods and services will be pta.brettschool.net — click on the button 6:40 THE DUCHESS C Fri: 4:10, 6:40, 8:50; Sat: 1:00, 4:10, 6:40, auctioned. This is a chance for you to that says “KAB Auction Page.” 8:50; Sun: 1:00, 4:10, 6:40; MontoThu: 4:10, 6:40 get your holiday shopping out of the The PTA will be holding a bake sale, Drawing Midnight Showing of “Twilight” Thursday 11/20/08 way before the post-Thanksgiving rush too, so you can enjoy a homemade treat and support a good cause at the same as you bid or stock up on goodies for Continued from Page B3 time. Thanksgiving. The doors will open at PRIDE AND GLORY E Fri: 4:30, 7:00; Sat & Sun: 2:00, 4:30, 7:00; The list of auction items is growing, noon so that auction-goers can browse The workshop is sponsored by the MontoThu: 4:30, 7:00 and ranges from manicures and haircuts the items to be auctioned. Tamworth Recreation Department. SAW V E Fri: 4:30, 7:00; Sat & Sun: 2:00, 4:30, 7:00; Mon to Thu: to massages and health club member- 4:30, 7:00 The PTA Auction Committee is still The program is suitable for participants Times for Friday-Thursday, November 14-20, 2008 ships; from tools to 18 holes of golf to accepting with gratitude donations of ages 14 and up. The group is limited to ski rentals to Christmas ornaments. goods and gift certificates. For more 10 participants. The cost is $75 per per- Delicious offerings include ice cream, information, call the Brett School at son. For more information, or to regis- maple syrup, a local fresh turkey, home- 323-7271. ▲ ter, call Janina at 323-7539, or email ▲ Gift Certificates Available made pies and honey. If you want to be [email protected]. www.yourneighborhoodtheatre.com JOIN THE LUNCH PUNCH BUNCH! Come have lunch Mon-Fri between 11:30-4:00 Live Entertainment Now taking Reservations for Get your card and earn a Free Lunch from 6-9:30PM Thanksgiving in The Whitney's MONDAY - ALL YOU CAN EAT AWARD WINNING CHILI $6.99 Friday night: Inn Dining Room from 12:00-5:00 40 CENT WINGS ALL DAY SUNDAY AND 7 - 10 ON MONDAY AT THE BAR! Cormac McCarthy Perfect for Holiday Parties Sign up for tournament to win hockey tickets!! Thursday Stump Trivia 7pm – 9pm Saturday night: 603.383.8916 Test your trivia knowledge against other teams of 2-6 people Kevin Dolan at Whitney’s Inn next to Black Mt. www.whitneysinn.com Gluten Free Available Gobble, Gobble... How to eat Thanksgiving Dinner THANKSGIVING BUFFET DINNER

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Annual event takes place Nov. 15 Historic Thanksgiving Dinner to be held at Remick Museum Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm in Tamworth will hold its annual special event, Historic Thanksgiving, on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. Museum interpreters will prepare traditional foods on the open hearth using historic recipes. The menu includes roasted turkey, bread sauce stuffing-dressing, hearth bread and but- ter, boiled cider pie, Indian pudding, pumpkin stuffed with apples and cran- berry sauce. Take a horse drawn wagon ride with Brandy and Lady, Remick Museum’s own Belgian mare horses, and make a historic craft, a corn-cob dart. See a demonstration on how to prop- erly “dress” a turkey, from slaughtering the bird, to plucking feathers, to clean- ing and storing poultry. This activity will take place outdoors on the farm — only those interested in turkey process- ing will see the activity. Admission is $5 per person, which includes a sample plate of Thanksgiving fare, the horse drawn wagon ride and the craft activity. A second helping of food is an extra $2. Friends of Remick Museum receive at least one free admis- sion to Historic Thanksgiving depend- ing on her/his membership level. Guests can apply their admission fee to Historic Thanksgiving to a membership to the Friends of Remick Museum, and receive free general admission and free admis- sion to special events for a whole year. Museum Interpreter, Virginia Taylor, Come enjoy some good food, a warm measures the water temperature during fire, country crafts, and a healthy dose of the turkey processing demonstration at the Enjoy a beautiful fall day history. For more information on Remick Farm and Museum, while visitors Historic Thanksgiving, call the Museum look on. Also pictured, in the foreground, and volunteer at the same time at (800) 686-6117 or 323-7591 or visit is Ryan Cottrell, Museum volunteer, and www.remickmuseum.org. Remick Ted Emerson, Remick Farm crew member, Museum is located at 58 Cleveland Hill tending the caldron. (Courtesy Photo) Build bridges and blaze trail Road in Tamworth. ▲ with Tin Mountain, Nov. 15 Tin Mountain Conservation Center Mountain staff to blaze trails and build needs volunteers to help ongoing foot bridges to bring the loop around Angels & Elves improvement of the trail network at Chase Pond to completion. www.mwvkiwanis.org their Nature Learning Center in Tin Mountain organizes numerous Albany. On Saturday, Nov. 15, from 10 volunteer trail work days throughout a.m. to 2 p.m., come spend an autumn the year to get out and clear, create, and day in the outdoors helping Tin mark their trails, as well as repair rock walls, revitalize fields, and much more. Elf They rely heavily on volunteers to help keep up their 140-acre trail system. Another work day is coming up on Dec. 13, and others will be held through the Headquarters Trail Race winter on snowshoes. Volunteers should meet at 10 a.m. at Continued from Page B7 the Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany, and bring a bag OPEN! the registration form from www.white- lunch, water, and your own clippers, mountainmilers.com or pick up a form at tools, and gloves, or borrow theirs. If Settlers’ Corner, 121 Fit or Cranmore Fitness Center. you are interested in helping out for this off White Mt. Hwy, next to Staples Online registration is available at or future trail work days, or for more www.active.com. For more information, information, call Volunteer contact Race Director, Catalina Kirsch, Coordinator Joshua Potter at 447-6991, Elf Headquarters Hours: at 367-8676 or catalinak@roadrun- or visit Tin Mountain on the web at ner.com. ▲ www.tinmtn.org. ▲ Nov. 7 - Nov. 28 Mon,Wed, Fri Noon to 4:00 pm Nov 29 Noon to 4:00 pm Dec. 1 - Dec. 20 Daily (including Sundays) 11 am to 4 pm Schedule: Dec. 1 - Last day to apply for assistance. Dec. 12 - Last day to bring in Gifts Dec. 20 - Last Day to pick up Gifts. REQUEST FORMS: Parents or guardians of children can obtain assistance request forms by visiting the Elf Headquarters or calling 356-8710.

Page B8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 Nov. 20 at Effingham Public Library Writers’ Night offers folksinger and Kingswood writers On Thursday evening, Nov. 20, brings a lucid and refreshing quality of variety of fascinating instruments. Her working title Elfin Warfare, though he folksinger Katherine Rhoda will bring intelligent, respectful, open-hearted professional experience is wide-ranging continues to produce stories on a regu- her gift of song and musicianship, along presence to her work. A versatile musi- and includes: film sound track work; lar basis. with her passion for sharing the stories cian, her collection of instruments street performing; weddings; song lead- Drawing on her singing and acting and histories of a unique collection of includes the Marxophone, ukelin, and ing; church accompanist and music experience, Burrows discovered last year instruments, to the Effingham Public violin-guitar. These unique American director; musical activities in nursing she had a knack for slam and other Library as part of the monthly Writers’ instruments were created as “play-by- homes, and much more. Rhoda’s self- forms of performance poetry. She has Night gathering. number” instruments to be sold door- titled album has been described as “full read recently at Kingswoodstock, Rock Each month, writers, musicians and to-door beginning in the early 1900s. of effort and feeling, conviction and the Vote, and various coffeehouses. Last listeners gather to hear and perform She also plays 6- and 12-string guitars, devotion and lots of joy!” April in Portsmouth, performing with works of the written word. This month, hammered dulcimer, accordion, the Three talented writers from Larry Simon, Groove Bacteria, and jazz talented writers from Kingswood Lithuanian kanklòs, ukulele, Autoharp, Kingswood Regional High School, legend David Amram during Regional High School, Nathan DiYorio, and more. Nathan DiYorio, Kalee Burrows and Jazzmouth, Kalee astounded both the Kaylee Burrows and Ceci Mancuso, will In the face of so many forces in life Ceci Mancuso, will open the evening by audience and the band with her talent. open the evening by sharing from their that can separate and isolate us, Rhoda sharing poetry and excerpts of recent Mancuso joined the high school cre- recent work. has a presence that draws her listeners works. ative writing club as a middle schooler Rhoda brings a passion and gift for into a musical experience that is uplift- DiYorio is a sophomore at because her teachers were running out engaging and connecting with her lis- ing, inspiring, joyfully subversive and Kingswood who has already written of ways to challenge her. Now a sopho- teners. Whether sharing a traditional fun. Drawing upon both traditional and numerous short stories, as well as some more, she is exhausting her high school ballad, a rollicking instrumental, or a contemporary sources, she sings in a longer works. He is currently knee-deep teachers in much the same way and has piece of humorous social satire, she sensitive and rousing voice, and plays a in an elaborate fantasy epic with the to run off to exotic writing retreats for the extra coaching a prodigy demands. Equally adept at poetry and fiction, Ceci Enjoy winter in a new way, and do it safely comes to Effingham still brimming with ideas and enthusiasm from her stint at Alfred University’s teen writing pro- New book from AMC teaches gram this past summer. Writers’ Night is for those who write the skill and joy of winter camping — music, poetry, prose, fiction, non-fic- tion — and for those who enjoy listen- Exploring the outdoors in winter is provides instructions on how to build a gives guidance on stewardship. ing. Each month we will feature 1-2 exhilarating when you have the right winter campsite or snow shelter and The book includes: writers, followed by an open-mic skills. A new book from • Recommended gear, clothing, and opportunity for others to share a piece the Appalachian food for winter travel; of original writing or acoustic music up Mountain Club, AMC • Safety tips for dealing with to 5 minutes in length. 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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page B9 Nooks & Crannies

Enjoying a touch of Indian Summer Early November Ramblings By Steve Smith LAST WEEK’S UNSEASONABLY warm weather was ideal for some snow- free rambling along leaf-strewn trails. On a sunny and hazy Election Day, after casting my ballot first thing in the morn- ing, I headed into the woods from the Oliverian Brook trailhead off the Kancamagus Highway for trail work fol- lowed by some exploration. As I was getting my pack ready (com- plete with blaze orange for hunting sea- son), a pickup nosed up to the gate and out stepped Dave Salisbury of Randolph for a greeting. For years Dave was a trails man- ager for AMC, and he co-authored an ear- lier edition of the club’s “Guide to Trail Building and Maintenance.” He is current- above: The cliffs of Hedgehog Mountain are prominent in the northern view from an old landslide along the Square Ledge Trail near ly volunteer co-chair of the Randolph Mt. Passaconaway. Also along this section of trail is the site of an old logging camp of the Conway Lumber Company. Mountain Club’s Trails Committee. inset: The actress Bette Davis reportedly had this plaque placed on a rock in Coppermine Brook, next to the Coppermine Trail in Dave and his companions had been Franconia. It honors her second husband, Arthur Farnsworth, who she met while staying at Peckett's Inn in Sugar Hill in 1939. Davis contracted by the Forest Service to survey intentionally got lost along this trail knowing that Farnsworth, the inn manager, would come looking for her. Beautiful Bridal Veil Falls and mark the recently expanded boundary is found at the end of the 2.5 mile Coppermine Trail. (Steve Smith/Mountain Ear Photos) of the Sandwich Range Wilderness. Today they would be covering the area between the UNH Trail up on Hedgehog Conway Lumber Company was busy cut- ridgemates. On this Election Day after- blossomed, and a year later they were mar- Mountain and the Oliverian Brook Trail ting all around the Albany Intervale. (For noon I found myself far removed from ried. They built a summer home in Sugar down in the valley. more on this, see Bill Gove’s “Logging polls and pundits. From my remote perch Hill. After a two-mile stroll in on the Railroads of the Saco River Valley,” pub- the only sound that could be heard was the In 1943 Farnsworth collapsed and died Oliverian Brook Trail, one of the more lished by Bondcliff Books.) brook tumbling through the valley below. on a Hollywood street, apparently from a attractive woods walks off the Kanc, I The camp location is ferny and mostly ••••• recent head injury, fueling all sorts of spec- veered right onto the Passaconaway overgrown, but by poking around on either Last Thursday was another warm day. ulation. The plaque, dedicated to “The Cutoff. This is the adopted trail of the side of the trail I was able to find a partly- With rain slowly moving up from the Keeper of Stray Ladies,” was reportedly AMC’s 4000-Footer Committee via the buried, rusting sled runner, several old bar- southeast, I headed to the northwest, placed at the brook around 1960, shortly joint AMC/Saco Ranger District Adopt-a- rel hoops, and a beat-up bucket. At about where it was forecast to remain dry after Davis sold her Sugar Hill property. Trail program. (For information on trail 2,600 feet in elevation, this is one of the through most of the day. My destination From the plaque site the trail led anoth- adopting, contact Cristin Bailey at the Saco higher logging camp sites I’ve seen in the was the Coppermine Trail in Franconia, er mile and a half, mostly along the brook office, 447-5448, [email protected]; or White Mountains. which follows Coppermine Brook for 2.5 except for one section through a gorgeous Alex DeLucia at Pinkham Notch, 466- I continued another 0.2 mile up the trail mostly mellow miles to beautiful Bridal open hardwood forest, to rocks at the base 2721, [email protected].) to the base of an old but still open landslide Veil Falls. of Bridal Veil Falls. This cliff-edged water- Although my usual helpers weren’t on the north slope of “Nanamocomuck I parked at the beginning of fall enjoys one of the prettiest settings in available this day, I wanted to give the trail’s Peak,” a spur of Mt. Passaconaway. (This is Coppermine Road, just off Route 116, 3.4 the White Mountains. It’s a great destina- drainages their annual fall cleaning before four miles fro m the trailhead, with 1,600 miles south of Franconia village. The first tion for a hike any time of year, and in win- the snow came. Clearing out erosion-fight- feet of elevation gain.) part of the trail was a walk up a gravel road, ter is especially picturesque. Just below the ing waterbars and other drainage structures A couple of minutes of careful scram- then at a hiker sign it led into the woods on waterfall is an open-front shelter. From the in spring and fall is perhaps the most bling up the edge got me to a shelf on the an older road. parking spot on Coppermine Road, it’s five important task of trail adopters. They are slide with a fine view to the north. This About a mile in, where the trail first miles round trip with 1,100 feet of eleva- also responsible for brushing and removing short scramble is tricky due to loose gravel comes near Coppermine Brook, I dropped tion gain. ▲ blowdowns, and adopters blaze trails as and rock mixed with steep ledges. Caution down to a streamside shelf to have a look at necessary, except in Wilderness areas, is required, especially coming down, and the plaque placed on a ledge by the actress Editor’s note: Pick up “The AMC White where blazing is kept to a minimum. one must avoid knocking rocks onto the Bette Davis in memory of her husband, Mountain Guide” for maps and descrip- By early afternoon I had finished hoeing trail below. If the slide is wet, icy or snow- Arthur Farnsworth, who she met while tions of these and other trails in the White out the drainages on the 1.7-mile Cutoff, covered, forget about it. staying at Peckett’s Inn in nearby Sugar Mountains. leaving some time to explore a little bit up Front and center in the view was Hill. Steve Smith, author of “Wandering along the Square Ledge Trail heading Hedgehog Mountain, with impressive The story of Davis and Farnsworth is Through the White Mountains: A Hiker’s towards Mt. Passaconaway. I followed that cliffs plunging into the forest from its East told in the book, “Haunted Hikes of New Perspective,” has hiked and written about trail down through a dip and up a short Ledges. Behind Hedgehog were Mt. Hampshire.” In 1939 Davis intentionally the White Mountains for more than 20 climb to a small plateau. Here it passes Tremont and Bartlett Haystack, and in the got lost along Coppermine Brook, know- years. 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Page B10 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 On the Rockpile

Tuesday, Nov. 4 - Monday, Nov. 10 Weather defied the calendar for much of week

By Brian Clark says that it should be winter on Mt. through most of the week were more Monday night. Weather Observer Washington, the weather over the past typical of late August and early There was also plenty of snow show- Mount Washington Observatory week, Nov. 4 through 10, for the most September than the early part of er activity after the cold frontal passage. ALTHOUGH THE CALENDAR part did not show it. Temperatures November. These snow showers were being created Initially, high pressure centered off by a combination of weak surface distur- the Atlantic coast on Tuesday and bances and moist upslope flow. Wednesday was responsible for the Persistent light snow showers late unseasonable warmth. Additionally, this Sunday and through the day Monday high kept the summit dry, with the ended up dropping a total of 4.8 inches exception of some periods of fog, into of snow. Thursday. On Thursday, a low moving With that snowfall and plenty of rime up the Atlantic Coast began to affect the ice formation on Monday, the summit weather on the summits. Temperatures has once again been coated in white. would remain warm, but as the low This, along with the return of more sea- moved into the Gulf of Maine, plenty of sonable temperatures, has certainly been shower activity along with a steadier welcome by the summit crew! ▲ period of rain late Thursday and early Friday moved through the region. Another low then began to move in right on the heels of the coastal low. WEATHER This storm would approach from the west with the center tracking off to the MT. WASHINGTON north of the summit. Light rain showers associated with the cold front attached OBSERVATORY to this low were spread over New Compiled by Observatory Staff England Saturday afternoon and evening. The passage of that cold front Date High Low Prec. Snow early in the day on Sunday would bring Nov. 4 40 35 —— some big changes to the weather and an 54537 — — end to the unseasonable warmth. 6 42 39 0.73” — Although Sunday shows a high tempera- 7 47 40 0.11” — 8 43 38 0.75” — ture of 38 degrees, that maximum for 9 38 19 0.27” 1.00” the day occurred just after midnight. 10 22 11 0.40” 3.80” Temperatures then fell through the rest Highest recorded wind gust,Nov. 10, of the day and even into Monday, even- 71 miles per hour out of the West. tually reaching a low of 11 degrees

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page B11 North Country Notebook

When the power goes off, some say “What power?” By John Harrigan THERE ARE A LOT OF LOAD-ed words and phrases out there. “Off-line” is one of them. So is “energy independ- ent.” And then there are the truly murky ones, such as “unusual lifestyle” and “throwback to another era.” I was reminded of all this by a piece in the Nov. 3 New York Times about Maine author Carolyn Chute (“The Beans of Egypt, Maine”), who lives in Parsonsfield, close to the New Hampshire state line near Effingham. The classic photo accompanying the article showed Mrs. Chute and her hus- band, Michael, on their front porch, she holding an AK-47, he leaning on a muz- zleloader. Mr. Chute, who the Times said “looks like a 19th Century hunting guide,” sports a long beard and likes to wear checkered shirts and a felt hat, and was described as “illiterate.” The Chutes live off the grid, sort of. They apparently have electricity, because Mrs. Chute runs an electric typewriter and a copier, but they have no telephone. The only toilet is an out- house. And this line tickled me: “Neither building is heated, except by wood stove” (since when is a wood stove not heat?). The Times visited the Chutes because Mrs. Chute had just written her fourth novel, “The School on Heart’s Content Road,” which came out last Friday. But clearly, the visitors from the Times were vastly more intrigued by the Chutes’ lifestyle than the book. In Sanbornton, meanwhile, Jeff Burns and his family were the subject of a story in the New Hampshire Sunday News, under the headline “Going off the grid,” about their straw-bale home with a big solar collector on the roof. Jeff Burns said he keeps a generator for when the sun fails but hasn’t had to face a monthly electric bill for the past seven years. That’s partially because there’s no connection to the grid to begin with. The family opted not to pay the $6,000 it would have cost to run lines to their remote home. He and his wife, Andrea, and their two children rely instead on passive solar systems, solar power from the roof, innovative insulation (the straw bales covered with plaster work won- ders), ever-evolving ways to reduce energy consumption, a wood stove to augment the hot water sent to a tank by generator. ing the Chutes’ lifestyle or truly living above: Many a New Hampshire family the solar panel, radiant heat in the Most people, I’d bet, would be sur- off the grid. Households at the end of has firewood handy or already in use, floors, and, in tough times, the back-up prised at how many people are either liv- dirt roads or completely back in the and backup lighting at the ready. In this woods, at or beyond the edge of what case, the old Atlantic box stove from a passes for “civilization,” of course, are logging camp heats the shop. the most likely places for this. I get sev- (John Harrigan Photo) eral letters a year from off-grid house- holds all over the northern two-thirds of the state, with western Grafton and northeastern Carroll counties being par- ticular hot-spots, but some of them haven’t bothered to keep up to snuff, come from households within 15 min- because I don’t feel the need. For “emer- utes’ drive of Winnipesaukee. gency lighting” we keep several lanterns At our house on South Hill, in full, the wicks turned and trimmed twice Colebrook, we can’t claim to be living a year. As for televisions and the com- off the grid, but we’re ready to do so at puter, who needs them? There are these the drop of a hat (or a tree limb), not things called “books,” and the cribbage only because we have to be, but because board. There is the matter of the pump we like a lifestyle that keeps us ready. at the bottom of the well, but I draw two We are on the grid only in terms of elec- five-gallon pails of water when a storm is tricity and telephone, and are willing coming, for domestic use and flushing and able to get along quite nicely with- toilets, and if we’re caught by surprise, out either. there’s always the pond or the brook. The outdoor wood furnace supplies Off the grid? Strictly speaking, no. hot water for the house baseboard heat- But we’ll take the characterizations of ing system and domestic hot water. But “unusual lifestyle” and “throwback to the furnace relies on two small circulat- another era” any day, and there are ing pumps and an electrically powered thousands of others out there just like door-damper. In the event of a power us. ▲ outage for more than a day or so (fairly unusual), however, we have an inside John Harrigan’s address: Box 39, wood stove and two fireplaces. Colebrook, N.H. 03576. E-mail: hooli- We have an old generator that I [email protected] Sports Highlights

Five Eagles, three Knights named to All-State teams Fleming named Class I Coach of the Year

By Joshua Spaulding At the top of the list is Kennett coach longtime JV coach for the Eagles, Hunnewell of Lebanon, Jen Otis (also Sports Editor Deryl Fleming, who in her first year at agreed to fill the job on a temporary Class I Player of the Year) and Laura REGION — With the Kennett field the helm of the varsity program, was basis, and guided the Eagles all the way Egounis of Merrimack Valley, Sarah hockey team reaching the Class I finals voted Class I Coach of the Year by her to the Class I title game. Curtis and Kristina Martineau of this season, there was likely to be a num- peers. Fleming stepped into the varsity Kennett finished with just one loss in Milford, Emily Allen and Daisy ber of Eagles on the All-State teams job over the summer when longtime the regular season and dominated their Chinburg of Oyster River, Emily when they were announced this week- coach Kelly Locke stepped down from opponents with stifling defense and a Koehler of Pelham, Angelica Harwood end. the position. Fleming, who had been a powerful offense. of Pembroke, Brianna Hand and Kristen Kennett placed five players, all sen- Tyler of Plymouth, Alycia Cresta, Mary iors, on the All-State teams, while the Quill and Catherine Sodini of Eagles’ county rivals from Kingswood Portsmouth, Jillian Fishbein and placed three players on the teams. Lindsay Howard of St. Thomas and Eagles Melanie Allen, Alex Billert, Maureen Malloy and Emily Readdy of Kalin Billert and Molly Saunders were Souhegan. named to the first team by the New The remainder of the Class I Second Hampshire Field Hockey Coaches Team included: “Fiona” Clancy of Association. The four Eagles were Bishop Brady, Addy Parsons and Shauna joined by Kingswood senior Caroline Whittemore of Con-Val, Katie Merrell, a significant cog in coach Chobanian of Hanover, Lorin Field of Kaitlin Reilly’s defense during the sea- Hollis-Brookline, Abby Ross and Stacey son. Jarvis of Kearsarge, Hannah Gage of Kennett senior Hillary Weber was Lebanon, Danielle Davis of Merrimack named to the second team, as were Valley, Vicki Chloros of Milford, Ashley Kingswood junior goalie Renee Bernier Lefebvre and Anna Maria Smith of and sophomore forward Erin Maguire. Monadnock, Maredith Gitschiar of Kingswood finished the season with a Oyster River, Stephanie Winn of playoff loss to defending champion Pelham, Chelsea Conner and Cassie Souhegan, after winning an emotional Langone of Pembroke, Michelle regular season home finale against Tremblay of Plymouth, Jamie Fralick of perennial rival Plymouth in the final Portsmouth, Kelcie O’Brien of St. week of the regular season. Thomas and Allison Sagon of Souhegan. Additionally, tryouts were held for The Twin State Team includes Class I the annual New Hampshire-Vermont honorees Heald of Bishop Brady, Twin State Game on Sunday, Nov. 9, Egounis and Otis of Merrimack Valley, and Allen and Alex Billert were both Allen of Oyster River, Koehler of selected to join the team, which features Pelham, Quill and Sodini of the best field hockey players from all the Portsmouth, Malloy of Souhegan, Bird schools across the Granite State. The of Laconia and Fishbein of St. Thomas. New Hampshire girls will take on the Additional players on the team are Vermont girls next year. Katherin DePastina of The Derryfield The remainder of the Class I First School, Katie Zubkus of Dover, Amber Team includes: Emily Spain and Julia Evans of Exeter, Brooke Porter of Heald of Bishop Brady, Lindsay Hopkinton, Emily Baker and Kayla Buckman of Bow, Hannah Kornfeld and Green of Londonderry, Sandra Chow of Laura Sanderson of Hanover, Jenna Mascoma, Emma Erler and Kelsey Testa and Maddie Whitaker of Hollis- Mattson of Newfound, Julie Medieros Brookline, Katie Bighinatti and Candace and Devan Shea of Pinkerton and Jenna Raley of John Stark, Megan Bird of Dumayne of Stevens. ▲ Laconia, Samantha Davis and Justine

Get a special rate for ordering 2 or more web subscriptions on-line. (These packages are web-only and must be ordered on-line). Kennett Coach Deryl Fleming was chosen as Class I Coach of the Year by her peers after leading the Eagles to the Class I championship game. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) Special package pricing: Any 2 papers: $40 (reg. $72) Any 7 papers: $110 (reg. $252) Any 3 papers: $60 (reg. $108) Any 8 papers: $120 (reg. $287) Middle school MacDonald earns Any 4 papers: $80 (reg. $144) Any 9 papers: $130 (reg. $322) sports information All-State Any 5 papers: $90 (reg. $180) Any 10 papers: $140 (reg. $357) night is Nov. 24 Honorable Any 6 papers: $100 (reg. $216) All 11 papers: $150 (reg. $392) CONWAY — The Kennett Middle School Athletic Department will be hold- Mention Go to any of our websites and click on Multi-Paper Buy: ing a parent informational meeting on Meredith News (www.meredithnhnews.com) Berlin Reporter (www.breporter.com) Monday, Nov. 24, at 6 p.m. in the Kennett CONWAY — Kennett senior outside Granite State News Coos County Democrat Middle School gym. hitter Ashley MacDonald earned (www.granitestatenews.com) (www.cooscountydemocrat.com) During this time, parents will have the Honorable Mention honors for the Carroll County Independent Mountain Ear (www.mtear.com) opportunity to meet the winter coaching 2008 New Hampshire Volleyball (www.carrollcountyindependent.com) The Baysider (www.thebaysider.com) staff and sign up their son/daughter for a Coaches Association All-State Team. Record Enterprise Winnisquam Echo winter sport. Sports include girls’ and MacDonald helped the Eagles to (www.record-enterprise.com) (www.winnisquamecho.net) boys’ basketball and skiing (cross-country, their first win in more than three The Courier (www.courier-littletonnh.com) Gilford Steamer (www.gilfordsteamer.com) alpine and jumping). If you have any ques- years, as the Kennett girls beat John tions, contact athletic director Kerry Brady Stark in the season finale at the end of Fill out the subscription form on-line and start using the websites today. at 356-4335. ▲ October. ▲ Questions? Call the Circulation Dept. at 1-866-294-0320.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 - Page B13 Sports Highlights

Eagles give Laconia a battle in Division IV semifinals Sachems hang on for win over Eagles By Joshua Spaulding field. Last year, as a sophomore, he was had a plan to throw the ball 30 times, but down on their first drive. Sports Editor hurt in a preseason game and missed the it just didn’t happen after Scotty got A Laconia penalty on Kennett’s first LACONIA — Talk about putting a entire season. hurt.” possession put the Eagles in good posi- scare into someone. “I thought we could throw the ball The Eagles had a good shot early in tion early, with a first and 10 at the 26- Two weeks and one day after being against these guys,” said Sciacca. “We the contest, after the Sachems were shut yard line. On second down, Saunders trounced 41-12 by the Laconia hit Max Brennick for a 12-yard gain to Sachems, the Kennett Eagle football the 14-yard line and Alain Lanciaux car- team returned to the site of that crush- ried for three yards to move the ball ing defeat and came oh-so-close to close to the 10-yard line. A penalty knocking off the second-seeded pushed the Eagles back, but a screen Sachems in the Division IV semifinals pass to Ian White moved the ball four on Saturday, Nov. 8. yards ahead. However, that was as close The two teams battled through a as the Eagles got, as two incomplete scoreless first half, and after Laconia passes ended the drive and gave the took a 14-0 lead in the second half, the Sachems the ball back. Eagles battled back and came close to Laconia moved the ball a bit on the putting another ball in the end zone to next drive, but a penalty hurt them and tie the game but came up short, giving they were forced to punt on fourth and the Sachems the chance to play for the 13. Darrien Shannon pounced on the Division IV title Saturday in Plymouth fumbled punt return and the Eagles had with their 14-7 victory. the ball back. “The kids played hard. I don’t know if However, they could do nothing with they could’ve played any harder,” said it and punted after going three and out. Eagle coach Ken Sciacca. “That was one They also forced the Laconia boys to do of the best efforts I’ve ever had from a the same and the first quarter ended football team.” with no score on the board. The Eagles also suffered the loss of The second quarter opened with junior quarterback Scott Saunders in the Kennett moving the ball, as White ran first half. Saunders was coming off his for a first down on a critical third and best game as an Eagle the previous week short situation, then hauled in a against Kingswood and looked to be Saunders pass down the sidelines for a finding his groove with the offense. It 31-yard gain, putting the Eagles at the marks the second-straight year that 18-yard line. Saunders’ season ended on the Laconia After carries from John McCarthy and Lanciaux, Saunders ran to the out- side for a first down at the five-yard line. Lanciaux tried twice to break through for a touchdown, but couldn’t find the way and on third and goal at the three- yard line, Saunders threw an incomplete pass and was hurt on the ensuing hit, walking off the field with his right arm hanging at his side. He didn’t return to the game and spent the rest of the time on the sidelines with his shoulder wrapped in ice. On fourth and goal from the three, with Nick Gagnon in at quarterback, White tried to bulldoze through but came up short, and Laconia had anoth- er red zone stop and got the ball back. above: Kennett defenders Nick Gagnon (2) and Alain Lanciaux sandwich Laconia’s Again, the Sachems could do noth- Tyler L’Heureux on the final play of the first half of the Nov. 8 Division IV semifinal ing, as David Lawton and Tim Flynn matchup in Laconia came up with big stops, forcing the left: Scott Saunders runs for a first down in Saturday’s Division IV semifinal game in hosts to punt again. Kennett also was Laconia. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photos) unable to move the ball for a first down and also punted. Laconia was able to pick up a first down on its next possession but couldn’t keep the momentum going and punted away again, pinning the Eagles deep in their own zone. Lanciaux and White helped move the ball out for a first down, but Kennett couldn’t do anything and Laconia had one more chance to find the end zone before the half. The Sachems took over at the 40- yard line with 42.2 seconds to play. Ryan Hughes, White and Brennick combined for a big sack on first down, making it second and long with 10.5 seconds to play. A pass set up third and inches with just 2.4 seconds to play, but Gagnon and Lanciaux broke up the final pass attempt and the two teams headed to the break tied at zero. Second half The Sachems finally got on the board in the second half, after Kennett was forced to punt on its first possession. Laconia running back Christian Birt broke free for a 54-yard touchdown run less than four minutes into the second half, giving his team a 6-0 lead, that expanded to 7-0 with the extra point. Kennett tried to pull even on the next drive, as Lanciaux ran twice and Gagnon hit McCarthy with a 25-yard pass to put the ball at the 40-yard line.

Page B14 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, November 13, 2008 above: Kennett’s Tanner Baillergeon hangs on to Laconia’s Christian Birt and eventually brings him down, as teammates Josh Potter (48) and David Lawton (35) look to help out. below right: Tommy Wagner listens as coach Ken Sciacca relays the play to him during Saturday’s Division IV semifinal clash with Laconia. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) After runs from Lanciaux and White, more time. However, Larson’s first pass was today,” he noted. the Eagles faced a fourth-and-one situa- The Sachems moved the ball up the intercepted and Laconia had the ball The Eagles finished at 6-2 in tion, and the Sachem defense tore field, with good defense from Matt back with a chance to put the game away. Division IV regular season play (7-2 through and tackled Brennick in the Lautenschlager helping to slow them Kennett’s defense stepped up, as overall) and earned their first playoff backfield to get the ball back. down, but on third and 16, Baillergeon Baillergeon made a couple of big hits berth since the 2004 season when they The Eagle defense held strong, with intercepted a pass from Nick Converse, and the Sachems were forced to punt went undefeated in the regular season Tanner Baillergeon coming up with a a ball that was deflected and trapped with 1:59 to go. under late coach Gary Millen. ▲ big tackle in the backfield and the between two players and with 3:17 to Gagnon was almost picked off on first Sachems were eventually forced to punt play, Kennett had new life and the ball at down and on second down, Larson away. the 32-yard line. entered and was picked off with 1:35 to The Eagles shot themselves in the Michael Larson entered the game at play, giving Laconia the ball back again. foot on the next possession. After a quarterback and promptly hit White on The Sachems couldn’t get a first down Laconia pass interference call gave the a 32-yard strike with his first pass. and punted away and with 43 seconds on Eagles a first down, extending the drive, Lanciaux drilled the extra point and the clock, Kennett had another chance the ball was fumbled, and Laconia Kennett was within a touchdown at 14- to tie the game. recovered and took over in their own 7. However, Larson’s heave was hauled offensive zone. “Michael hadn’t taken a snap all sea- in by a Sachem defender and the game Two runs put them inside the 20-yard son,” said Sciacca of his wide receiver finished up with the hosts clinging to the line as the third quarter drew to a close turned quarterback. “But for the last 14-7 win. and two plays into the fourth quarter, four weeks he’d been the scout team “I knew we could play defense,” said the lead jumped to 14-0 with just 11:29 quarterback and we just didn’t think Sciacca. “When we came here last time, to play in the game. Nick (Gagnon) had the arm.” I didn’t think that was our team.” Kennett punted away on their next Kennett continued the drama by con- The veteran coach didn’t take any- possession and good defense by the verting an onsides kick, with Matt thing away from the defending Division Eagles forced Laconia to do the same. Ashnault covering the football and giv- IV champs, however, praising them for a Again Kennett couldn’t get going and ing Kennett a chance with three minutes great semifinal contest. punted, giving Laconia the ball back one remaining. “That was a tough team we played

Kennett grad takes a post-graduate year Skelton shining for Hebron soccer team

HEBRON, Maine — Hebron Academy such accolades for the school and his and assistant coach Andy Haskell has all the way to the New England soccer coach Jay Keough wasn’t sure own experience that he decided to have developed quality starters and impact Championships. Now it’s up to them,” what to expect this year. With only two a look. players. “Hebron has been great,” said the coach said. players returning to his varsity soccer “I started thinking about a PG year Skelton. “The soccer team is filled with Thanks to Skelton, they're on their team, he described his hopes for contin- to help prepare myself for college. I had players whose primary sport is not even way. ued success at the very competitive New the grades to go, but didn’t want to set- soccer, but maybe hockey or lacrosse, Finals England Prep School Division II level tle for a school that I felt would not but they are talented athletes.” Hebron played a great game as “conservative at best.” challenge me athletically or academical- Skelton also says that he found the Saturday, topping the visiting Kents Keough has been happily surprised. ly.” social transition unexpectedly easy. “I Hill Huskies to earn the MAISAD The team’s record to date is a According to Keough, “This extra came here knowing no one and after the Championship. remarkable 9-2-3, and they played for post-graduate year that Mike is taking first week of preseason, felt like I knew Billy Brewster, Skelton, Eric the Maine Association of Independent should help him greatly in his college just about everyone. It helps that this is Rodriquez and Sang Il Min played well School Athletic Directors’ champi- search for the right school and right a small, tight-knit community.” at midfield, helping to control the mid- onship on Saturday, Nov. 8. The out- team. He has the grades and soccer abil- Skelton is taking a full academic dle of the field and playing great balls to come of that game determined whether ity to be a superb player at the next course load, “and working hard,” he strikers Vlad Gavrik and Lonnie Taylor. the team is seeded first or second in the level.” reports, but has great confidence he will The defense was led by Colin Taylor, New England Prep School league The solid guidance from Keough see his efforts pay off in the classroom as Craig Ryan, Trevor White and Matt standings. well as on the soccer field. Siracusa, who played their hearts out Mike Skelton, a post-graduate from Clearly, soccer is a passion for and shut the door on several fast Conway, has been a key factor in the Skelton, and he is enjoying the cama- through balls by Kents Hill. team’s success. raderie and work ethic of the team. The Lumberjack defense stepped up Keough describes Skelton as “a very “I find it hard not to see us going to in the last 20 minutes of the game when skilled soccer player, playing a vital role New Englands [competition]. Hebron had to play a man short because for the team’s offense. And the 22 other Keough concurs. “With the 2008 of a red card. Chris Gacsy did a great players on the team look up to him for team’s skill, size and work ethic, they are job shadowing Kents Hill’s top striker his quiet leadership.” He is on the reminiscent of the 2006 team that went for the entire game, keeping him out of record book with six assists and six the play as much as possible. Corey goals, making his presence known early Lescault was solid between the pipes for in each game. Hebron again, only being beaten on a While Hebron may be pleasantly scramble in front of the net and on a set surprised with Skelton’s talents, he is no piece from 18 yards out. newcomer to this game. What turned out to be the game win- “I grew up playing for the Mount ning goal by Skelton at the 80-minute Washington Valley Soccer Team, and above: Kennett graduate mark was the nicest goal all season by a also played two years at Odyssey and Mike Skelton and Hebron Lumberjack; he stepped up and hit a one summer in England playing for the coach Jay Keough. free kick from 35 yards out that knuck- Eastboune United,” said Skelton, who led by the Kents Hill keeper at a blazing also played on the Kennett boys’ soccer right: Mike Skelton in earli- pace. Skelton also had an assist on team before graduating last year. er season action for the Hebron’s first goal. Skelton first heard of Hebron Hebron Lumberjacks. The Lumberjacks now look forward through his ice hockey coach, Peter (Courtesy Photos) to next week when the New England Hall, whose son attended Hebron with Tournament begins. ▲

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