SEARS of NORTH CONWAYSEARS DEALER ROP JA#803C004 Sears Price Match Plus Policy

VOLUME 32, NUMBER 46 MARCH 27, 2008 FREE

THE WEEKLY NEWS & LIFESTYLE JOURNAL OF MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY

Case In Point: Conway Library’s Head Librarian is quiet and oh so capable …

Mountain Wheels: The Snowcoach is the latest in a long line of vehicles to travel the Auto Road …

Conway Chamber Concert: The Meliora String Quartet to perform at Salyard’s Center …

Jazzing It Up: If you like jazz, don’t miss the Fryeburg Academy Jazz Jackson, NH 03846 • Lodging: 383-9443 • Recreation: 383-0845 Ensemble concerts … www.nestlenookfarm.com • 1-877-445-2022

A SALMON PRESS PUBLICATION • (603) 447-6336 • PUBLISHED IN CONWAY, NH SSTTOORRYY LLAANNDD Case In Point CC OO RR NN EE RR If you build it they will come Margaret Marschner: a pillar in growth of Conway Library NEW THIS By PG Case But that proved to be not enough. The building’s square footage dou- THE CONWAY LIBRARY IS A “As the population grew, so did the need bled again to 16,000 with the new addi- SUMMER: gem. It is a clean, well lighted place, and we had to start looking at ways to tion, but Marschner says she can’t imag- uncrowded and tastefully appointed. increase the space again,” Marschner ine having to add on again during her The entrance to the turn of the last cen- says. “We started working with archi- tenure. The staff, too, has grown, but Join the Circus for tury structure sort of sweeps up to the tects about 10 years before the new addi- without having to add too many new doors and the inside is handsome, well tion would finally get built. We had faces. daily performances organized and welcoming. resistance from people who thought this “Amy Gardner, who started two years It is hard to tell where the original wonderful old building would be ruined after I did, is still here. Kate Cranage at under the Big Top at building leaves off and the latest addi- in the process. The problem with most the front desk started in ’89 and Olga tion begins, so well integrated was the libraries is that the people who use them (Morrill) came a year later and is still Story Land! new design to the old. When Mrs. Lydia are not often in positions in government working with the children’s programs, M. Jenks designed the building it was where they could help. People who don’t although she now has some help. Pat after careful scholarship of the libraries use the library don’t want to spend the Wickers has been here since ’86. that existed at the time, with careful kind of money that it takes to keep Including me, we have 10,” Marschner consideration of the purpose and a things going and yet every town has a said. sophisticated taste in architecture that library and they always have to grow.” The one area that they do need to holds up to this day. grow is the parking. Street parking is a Mrs. Jenks’s husband, who was born FROM THE TIME THAT THE scramble between patrons and patients in Conway not far from the site, had board of directors decided to go for a from the Saco River Medical Group become a prominent physician in new addition, the proposal was sent to next door. Boston and planned to erect the library the voters five times before they finally “There doesn’t seem to be an easy but died suddenly. His widow, and agreed to the new addition that you see. solution for that,” said Marschner. “We daughter, Sarah, undertook the task and “We worked with Tom Wallace (the have tried and keep trying and the achieved great success. architect) for years and rejected several administrators have been helpful, but Before the building, the functioning designs before we all agreed on this. I there just isn’t much we can do without library was the concept of the Conway remember someone suggesting that we being cranky neighbors.” Women’s Club, which had formed the just stick on a big box off the back which The inside of the library is the best Conway Village Library Association in he thought would be cheaper and solve part anyway, and this library has it all. concert with other concerned citizens in the space problem.” They have tripled the collection in the 1895. The building was completed about last 35 years to 42,000 volumes. The good doctor’s wife wrote a letter four years ago and Marschner opined “Back when I started there were no Featuring five to the citizens of Conway which philosophically and with no hint of programs, now we have over 400 a year, described the “plan to erect an edifice regret, “Had we built this same building including meetings of all kinds of civic family-favorite acts: every way modern and adapted to the in the beginning we would not have groups, a camera club, open mic night purpose for which it is to be erected, thought to wire it for all the technology and anything else that is open to the quick-change artists, having in view not only present require- that is normal in a library this size public and free. The total story time ments but also a reasonable anticipation today.” attendance for last year was 2600.” of the wants of the future. It will be of Back then there were two or three Marschner said nothing about retir- trampoline fun, hula brick and freestone on a granite base, computers used by staff. Now the staff ing and no one should. She seems to be with finishings of copper, and practically has nine, there are three just for cata- quite happy where she is, and the library hoop mastery, the fireproof. It will be constructed with a loging and 16 more for patron use which shows it. Her newest challenge is for a tower for a clock and its bell, both of has become a very popular part of any $25,000 Robert Finlay grant which will daring wheel of which will be first class for their pur- library today.” They are also wireless, so go to the library which increases its pose. The interior finish will be quar- that people can drive up to the building membership the most over the next year. destiny, and tered oak, with the plaster work neatly and connect to the internet with their So, if you know anybody who doesn’t frescoed.” The cost at completion was own computer without getting out of have a card yet, tell them to go see $45,000. their car, night or day. Margaret Marschner and sign up. ▲ performing house cats! The dedication of the initial edifice was held on October 1, 1901. At that time there was 4,000 square feet of usable space. It was the same when Margaret Marschner took over as director in 1970 when the Town of Conway was half of the population it is now. She had moved from Pennsylvania with her husband, Ken, who had taken a job teaching chemistry and science at Kennett. Margaret had a degree as a medical technician but was only part- time at Memorial Hospital when Helen Knute told her about a position at the library. Helen Towle was the only other staff and Margaret began taking courses at UNH to get caught up on her new responsibilities. “We were all part-timers back then, which included some volunteers. We were open afternoons and evenings Monday through Friday, from 2 to 5 or 7 to 9, and then I made Friday all day. Now we’re open 57 hours a week,” Marschner noted. In 1984 they realized that they could double the floor space by renovating the basement. Says Marschner, “That’s when I became full-time.”

Inside t h On the Cover Index Our 55 season begins On The Road Again Conway Library’s caretaker Biz News ...... Page A13 This unique snowcoach is one of two that Margaret Marschner has watched the Calendar...... Page B4 Memorial Day Weekend, offer winter enthusiasts an opportunity Conway Public Library flourish and May 24-25-26 for a round trip far enough up the Mt. grow over her many years there as Entertainment...... Page B1 Washington Auto Road to experience the Head Librarian, and she’s been the Nooks & Crannies...... Page B14 spectacular beauty of the Presidential quiet force behind much of it. Page A2. Range and the world above treeline. On the Rockpile...... Page B11 603-383-4186 More adventurous visitors even have the Is it spring yet? Real Estate ...... Page A13 choice of skiing or snowshoeing on the Well, you wouldn’t think so by looking Route 16, Glen, NH Resor Report...... Page B10 way back down. See Page A6 out the window, but several upcoming www.storylandnh.com (Steven Caming/Mountain Ear Photo) events say otherwise. Page B2. Sports...... Pages B8-9, B12

Page A2 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Valley Fun

Exclusive Interview with ‘Jesus’ The Man makes appearance in ‘Godspell’

By Steve Caming more than 2,000 years ago. After draw- since then, throughout the centuries, in in without putting you to sleep in your Contributing Writer ing record crowds, the show ended and various forms of media, including repeat chair. THE ORIGINAL PRODUCTION Jesus was crucified by his critics. performances on his own cable network. of “Jesus” was staged by the Romans He has appeared in many revivals His words still sell by the millions, his Like in church? headquarters in Vatican City is unrivaled Yeah. That’s what happened to me, and only Elvis has sold more records. but I was in church when I was a lit- Even so, divine music has always been a tle kid. part of the heavenly equation. The recent M&D production of What do you think the church “Godspell” brought the talents of one authorities’ opinion is of a singing and local young man, 16-year-old Rafe dancing Jesus? Matregrano, to center stage. Rafe I’m sure that a minister was at one brought his own charming, singing, of our performances and he laughed dancing version of Jesus to the stage, in at least a couple of times, so I think a performance that can only be consid- he might have liked it. ered divinely inspired. He sat down with me recently to talk a little bit about how The rest of the cast really seemed to it felt to walk a mile in some very big look up to you. Is that because you’re sandals. Jesus? I don’t see any other reason. How was your first local appearance on the stage? Do you have to wait until you’re 21 to It’s been awhile since I’ve been on turn water into wine? stage and it felt really great to get Well, yeah, because otherwise I that kind of reception from the audi- don’t think my Dad will be too cool ence. with it.

Were people who knew you before What was the hardest part of being this production surprised you turned out Jesus? to be Jesus? Well, at the very end when they Not really…A lot of people came carry me down that ramp it’s kind of up to me and just said “You would.” scary because I have to keep my eyes “And I was like, well, yeah!” closed. I didn’t want them to drop me. Were you surprised that a musical could contain so much pure scripture It’s never been easy being Jesus. All and still be entertaining? that time on the road…odds are he’ll be Not really. ‘Godspell’ is a great show, showing up in a theater near you some- because it keeps all the deeper meaning time soon.

Sunbeams from above shine down on “Jesus,” Rafe Matregrano, as he poses during an interview for The Mountain Ear. (Steve Caming/Mountain Ear Photo)

Get a special rate for ordering 2 or more web subscriptions on-line. (These packages are web-only and must be ordered on-line). 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) Any 4 papers: $80 (reg. $144) Any 9 papers: $130 (reg. $322) Any 5 papers: $90 (reg. $180) Any 10 papers: $140 (reg. $357) Any 6 papers: $100 (reg. $216) All 11 papers: $150 (reg. $392)

Go to any of our websites and click on Multi-Paper Buy: Meredith News (www.meredithnhnews.com) Berlin Reporter (www.breporter.com) Granite State News Coos County Democrat (www.granitestatenews.com) (www.cooscountydemocrat.com) Carroll County Independent Mountain Ear (www.mtear.com) (www.carrollcountyindependent.com) The Baysider (www.thebaysider.com) Record Enterprise Winnisquam Echo (www.record-enterprise.com) (www.winnisquamecho.net) The Courier (www.courier-littletonnh.com) Gilford Steamer (www.gilfordsteamer.com)

Fill out the subscription form on-line and start using the websites today. Questions? Call the Circulation Dept. at 1-866-294-0320.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A3 Comments & Opinions

Established 1976 PUBLISHER Richard Piatt

FOUNDING EDITORS R. Stephen Eastman Jane Golden Reilly

MANAGING EDITOR Nina Perry

COPY WRITING/ PROOFREADING Nina Perry Paul Stuart

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Ann Bennett • Pru Smith Steven D. Smith Peter Minnich Paul Stuart • Steve Caming Linda Tucker John Harrigan • Peter Case

CCCD honored by National Resource Conservation Service. The Carroll County Conservation District recently CONTRIBUTING received the distinction of being chosen as the Outstanding Partner Award by the Natural Resource Conservation Service PHOTOGRAPHERS (NRCS). Pictured are Joan Richardson, district Manager for CCCD for the past 16 years and Nels Liljedahl, the NRCS Greg Keeler District Conservationist for Carroll County. Working with conservation partners like the Carroll County Conservation District has allowed the Natural Resources Conservation Service to develop approximately 128 contracts for conservation Steven D. Smith programs in Carroll County. Justin Macomber Joshua Spaulding 5/6 Class at Jackson Grammar School says thanks to its many friends ADVERTISING SALES Clair Hunt To the Editor, Bartlett. This year’s class will attend Sysco Food Services, Matty B’s, The 5/6 class of the Jackson Ferry Beach Environmental School and Hannaford, Jackson Ski Touring SALES ASSISTANT Grammar School would like to thank next year’s class will go to Chewonki. Foundation, Christmas Farm Inn, and the Jackson community and local busi- It is only through local support that Sue Wemyss for the donation of her Elizabeth Carleton nesses for their support of the JGS Pasta we are able to make this happen. Many winnings from the raffle. We look for- Dinner Fundraiser held recently. thanks are extended to John Fichera and ward to our trips. COMPUTER GRAPHICS, Students will be attending an envi- his willingness to host our event at Black Thank you! DESIGN & COMPOSITION ronmental camp during their sixth grade Mountain Ski Area. We also appreciate 5/6 Class year for a class trip with their peers in donations from the Village Bakery, Jackson Grammar School Amanda Dunleavy ‘Fun With Cats and Dogs’ concert was a howlin’ good time for all LAYOUT DESIGN To the Editor, Thanks to performers Ellen Marion Dylan. Emily Killinger A big thank-you to Mountain Top Schwindt, Kate Vachon, Therese The staff and animals of CAHS thank Music Center for their kindness in organ- Davison, Jon Goodwin, Drew Inzer, you all! OFFICE MANAGER izing the benefit concert, “Fun With Cats Nora Cronin and Mary Eades. The flow Virginia Moore Kristina Whitten and Dogs,” as a fundraiser to benefit the between the comedic and the intense Executive Director Conway Area Humane Society and was a fine ride. Conway Area Humane Society Mountain Top Music Center. Thanks also to stage manager DISTRIBUTION Bill Collins • John Myers Darlene Westfall Mr. Bigelow can’t wait for the Rozzie May Animal Alliance Lunch & Auction Tina Lamy • John Mills To the Editor, in my office or my porch are. A large course, but Mr. Big has his priorities). Mr. Bigelow Announces... thing to cook lovely tuna on, lightly The humans will eat the lunch and get As the Feline in Charge here at the marinated and seared (Mr. Big means a to bid on the lovely things and it will go Stonehurst Manor, I hear quite a lot of Vermont Castings top of the line grill), a to help the Rozzie May Animal Alliance The Mt. Washington Valley MOUNTAIN EAR is published on Thursdays as an independent newspa- gossip. You’d be surprised what people climbing thing they won’t let me on (a help us animals. per by Salmon Press. The publication is printed 51 will say, ignoring the fact that there is a handmade cat tree from R6 Meows), and Ah, it makes sense now. I can go back weeks each year and is distributed from Ossipee to perfectly intelligent pair of ears tuning a pair of long shiny things (skis from to my nap and you can purchase your Gorham, New Hampshire, and also in Fryeburg and western Oxford County, Maine. in down near the floor or appearing to Sports Outlet). tickets at the Stonehurst or by calling The MOUNTAIN EAR office is located at be asleep in a cozy curl. I also found a big Woofie painting, (a 447-3477. They are $25 per person for Mountain River Village on Route 16 in Conway, Since much of the talk concerned a gorgeous portrait of your dog or cat by buffet lunch and wine tasting. From New Hampshire. Please direct all correspondence to: The MOUNTAIN EAR, P.O. Box 530, subject I am an expert in (as a member of Shoner Myers) and a big shiny Cat (a noon onwards. Conway, N.H. 03818. that rare sub species felinus cattus weather vane from Copper Tops with a Please come. Bring treats. The telephone number to call for general information and display advertising is 603-447-6336. gourmeticus) I listened, I prowled, I cat on top). There’s some other little Mr. Big For classified advertising call 877-766-6891. slunk and I lurked until the full story shiny things (jewelry) and lots more stuff Stonehurst Manor The Fax number is 603-447-5474. came out. for me to check out. North Conway Ear on Web: www.mtear.com E-mail: [email protected] for news or LUNCH! Good thing I have two more weeks to [email protected] for ad material I saw my office calendar with a date prowl! Editor’s Note: Mr. Big is currently on a The yearly bulk mail subscription rate is $35 and is circled in red — “Rozzie May Animal Then I got the details from Roz when diet designed to make him Mr. Lean and payable in advance. First class subscriptions are available upon request. Alliance” it said. April 6th from noon she stopped by. A party, a lunch, an auc- Trim. He has lost four pounds but is still on. Luncheon and Auction. Ah, so that’s tion to raise money for, of all things, a felinus cattus gourmeticus. Sadly, no ADVERTISING DEADLINES what all those interesting things stashed help for felines! (and dogs, too, of treats are allowed at this time. Advertising insertion orders must be placed one week in advance of publication date, and advertising copy must be received in our office by Monday at 5 p.m. St. Patrick’s Day fundraiser for Project Graduation at Ham Arena was a big hit LETTERS POLICY The Mountain Ear welcomes Letters to the Editor To the Editor, Gorge, Cranmore Mt. and Brandli's balloons. pertaining to local community issues. All corre- Thank you to everyone who support- Pizza Pasta Grille were also among the This community is very supportive of spondence should be signed, include a return ed Project Graduation’s St. Patrick’s Day major donors for this event. Book Project Graduation and for the safety of address, and be addressed to P.O. Box 530, Conway, N.H. 03818, faxed to (603) 447-5474 or e-mailed to Party at the Ham Arena on March 17. Warehouse, Mountain Valley Mall our students; thank you very much for [email protected]. All letters should be A big thank you to the Ingersoll Cinema and The Movie Gallery kindly all your help and contributions. received prior to publication and be no longer than Driving School for donating a driver’s provided prizes for the costume contest Sandy Callahan 300 words. The Mountain Ear reserves the right to edit letters for length and clarity and to not publish education package that was won by and the “chuck-a-puck game.” Crest Project Graduation Chair letters deemed unsuitable. Kathy and Mallory Ela. Lost River Auto World provided helium for our

Page A4 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Valley Focus & Folks

In Millinockett and Durham Fryeburg Academy wins big once again at jazz fest

FRYEBURG, Maine — Two of the major competitive high school jazz festi- vals were held recently, and once again Fryeburg Academy jazz students proved their top status, bringing home two state titles and a busload of trophies. The Maine State Instrumental Festival was held in Millinockett, Maine, and the next day, UNH’s Clark Terry Jazz Festival was held on the UNH cam- pus in Durham. Two-time Defending State Champions “Birth of the Cool Combo,” featuring Jared LaCasce, trumpet, Owen Conforte, guitar, Tim Even, alto sax, Tyler Arnold, drums, Dan Rounds, piano, Anya Rose, bass, and Rob Crowson, tenor sax, brought home the Division I state title. In addition, during evening awards, three of the five Division I outstanding musicianship awards were also handed out to, Owen, Jared and Tyler. “Heavy Weather,” featuring Devin LaCasce on the sax and flute, Jon Dana on drums, Kelsey Sheehan, bass, Naomi Ela on piano, and Seth Eastman on guitar captured the first place trophy in the multi-combo division. Second place trophy was awarded to the Fryeburg The group Heavy Weather, featuring Naomi Ela on piano, Devin LaCasce on the sax and flute, Kelsey Sheehan, bass, Jon Dana on Academy “Headhunters” combo featur- drums and Seth Eastman on guitar captured a first-place trophy recently at the Maine State Instrumental Festival. (Contributed Photo) ing Stephen Lansing, tenor sax, Meghan Moody, flute, Ryan Ahern, piano and impressed judges and audiences alike High School at the end of the month. Tickets and concert information are vibes, Jeremy Holden, drums, Mack and after a full day of performances, FA’s Those interested can see all of the FA available at www.stonemountainartscen- Bray, trombone and Andrew Patterson, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and “Birth of the Jazz ensembles perform at the Stone ter.com. ▲ bass guitar. Cool Combo” were both awarded top Mountain Arts Center on April 1 and 2. The multi-combo division features honors and first place trophies and FA’s combos from schools that have more Big Band received a well-deserved hon- than one band participating at competi- orable mention. tion. Within this division, once again, Fryeburg’s talented soprano, Louise Fryeburg musicians were awarded three Alfano, was also selected as the top solo outstanding individual awards: Devin, vocalist at the festival and was the fea- Kelsey, and Ryan. tured singer at the evening’s showcasw After a long bus ride from concert, performing in front of the festi- Millinockett to Durham, students val crowd. Presents... arrived at the UNH Jazz Festival to Fryeburg Vocal Jazz Ensemble will Rozzie May April compete against some of the finest close out the competitive jazz season as music programs in New England. they defend their state title at the Maine Fryeburg musicians once again State Vocal Festival, held at Lawrence Auction & Luncheon Sunday, April 6th, 12- 4issh April Foolery coming to The Met, April 1 Tickets only $25 for luncheon buffet and wine tasting! To benefit the Rozzie May Animal Alliance . . .Multitude of mini raffles and live Evening of fun and folly promised auction many great items . . a Vermont Castings Signature Series stainless steel 3 On Tuesday, April 1, at 7 p.m., The This storytelling performance is rec- burner gas grill, retail value $799 . . .a 24"X30" portrait of your .. Mountain Storytellers Guild will pres- ommended for ages 6 and up, and is a pet by artist Schoner Myers $400 value . . .a cat castle that has fundraiser for the upcoming Granite ents “April Foolery.” to be seen to be believed a $240 value, many, many more This will be an evening of stories of State Story Swap. For more informa- fun and folly at The Met Coffee House tion, call The Met at 356-2332 or Andy thanks to a caring community. and Art Gallery in North Conway Davis at 447-2113. ▲ Village. Please call 447-3477 for tickets, seats are limited! Storytellers Andy Davis, Meg Gilman, Ishi Hayes, Matt Krug, Olga Morrill, Uncle George Radcliffe, and Jo Radner will tell a wide-ranging set of expect magic folktales and original stories, including tales of tricksters, knuckleheads, chipmunk farming and flatulence. transform your space, “Rather than falling on the ice in your driveway, come to the Met and fall inspire your life! off your stool laughing,” Davis said. “Don’t mope around at home praying for mud season; get out and distract yourself!”

All Your Tree Needs... Commercial / Residential FREE ESTIMATES • TREE REMOVAL TREE PRUNING • PROFESSIONAL CLIMBER STUMP GRINDING BIGUE Building Your Dream House? TREE SERVICE Let ClosetPlace make you happy! Winter Specials: Snowload on Limbs, Roof Snow Removal, Ice Dams (603) 998-2754 Littleton, NH & Surrounding Areas www.closetplace.com • 603.569.5609 • Showroom at the Wolfeboro Shopping Center

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A5 Mt. Washington Auto Road still making history Snowcoach reveals a

Another beautiful day on the sunny slopes of Mt. Washington! The snowcoach makes it way back to the base, with winter's grip still firmly holding on in the Presidential Range.

Inset photo: The Mt. Washington Auto Road snowcoach features four of these unique treads instead of the tires usually found on the stages that carry summer passengers.

(Steven Caming/Mt. Ear Photos)

By Steven Caming Contributing Writer think we can make it through that,” the snowcoach driver said. The “that” in question was a waist deep wedge of snow “I jutting out from the uphill side, covering half the auto road. With driver Wayne Corkum giving it the gas to pick up some momentum, I could see his front seat passenger, Gary Tween from England, sink deeper into the chair, gripping the handrest firmly. From where he sat there was a nice view of the edge and the sweep- ing views beyond. But it was the edge he had his eyes on as we hit the snowbank and slid sideways a bit, while the snow whipped a white whirlwind around us. Without hesitation, the four treads dug in and propelled us through the drift and onward…and upward into winter’s most spectacular stronghold.

THAT THIS EXPERIENCE EVEN not just for the state park and other offi- exists is somewhat of a minor miracle, cials who need summit access, nor just considering that the road in question is for meteorologists who make their covered by several feet of snow and home in the ice-bound observatory— winds its way up the side of Mt. but for anyone who just wants to take a Washington, the northeast’s highest safe, amazing ride far enough up the peak, at 6,288 feet. It takes a team of mountain to see the Presidential Range very dedicated, very careful individuals as few ever do, up close and personal. to keep the road passable in winter. In The snowcoach is just the latest in an recent years it’s been made accessible endless succession of vehicles which

nk? Have Sawmill . . . Will Travel Got I ’S Portable Bandsaw Mill KELLY OO CUSTOM TATT LOG SAWING The Depot Route 112 Save Money, Turn Your Trees Into Lumber Lincoln, NH 03251 (603) 470 Peter J. Drouin 5-9 m 74 .co (603) 286-4615 w ttoo Tickets Available at the Mt Ear • Call 447-6336 ext. 16 ww.kellysta Fully Insured

Page A6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 rarely seen view of winter(Photos courtesy Steve Caming)

The Pierce Arrow fleet waits at the base of the road, circa 1920s

Packards traveled the Auto Road circa 1912-1920 The Thomas Flyer, circa 1911 Ford Woodies, The Mountain Wagon, circa 1930s drawn by 6 horses, circa 1861-1910

have made their way through time and up the road. When the “carriage road,” as it was called then, opened to the public on August 8, 1861, it was the first manmade attraction in the United States. From that time until this day, the eight-mile Road to the Sky has wit- nessed the evolution of transportation, both in the vehicles driven up by the traveling public and in the stages used by the company to ferry its passengers. It began with mountain wagons carrying up to 10 passengers, drawn by 6 horse teams. It was an ever growing 31/08 business, as railroads brought in the SALE ENDS 3/ tourists that filled the Grand Hotels of the White Mountains for the summer season. The Halfway House provided a resting and watering spot for the horses and travelers, for the journey could take several hours. On particularly windy days, which Mt. Washington does occa- sionally have, passengers would be asked ALL FURNITURE ON SALE to disembark to help load small boulders into the wagons to keep them more sta- Discount will also apply to Special Orders. ble as the threat of tipping grew with the elevation. On the way down, a set of leather brakes was worn through on SAVE FROM 15% TO 50% OFF every descent. The little steam powered locomobile Hurry In for Best Selections which made the ascent in 1899 was a portent of things to come, as was the first “Climb to the Clouds” auto race in WAS NOW 1904. Even so, as late as 1906 more than Some Examples: 00 00 100 horse drawn carriages went up the $2199 $1099 road, but their day was done. Leather Sofa By 1911, 50 summers after Col. Thompson drove the first horse drawn China Cabinet WAS NOW00 00 vehicle up, a second hand Thomas Flyer $499 began the automobile age for the stage & Hutch $999 business. It was followed by a fleet of Packards and then Pierce Arrows in the Kitchen Islands WAS NOW00 00 1920s. $799 $699 Ford Woodies took over in the Finished Black or White 00 1930s, followed by Ford station wagons $399 through the 1950s. International Starting as low as Travelalls came next, in the 1960s, and 5 pc. Dining Room Sets then the familiar shape of a modern van appeared in the 1970s. The current fleet of 10 Chevy stages King Koil Bedding - Queen00 Sets takes thousands of passengers to the Starting as low as $399 summit each year. The drivers give a tour that has changed with the times, but they still follow in the tracks of those who’ve come before. For those who take the snowcoach, FREE DELIVERY which is in its 11th season, the option is EXP. 3/31/08 there to ski or snowshoe back down the road, or ride round trip. With Great 90 DAYS SAME AS CASH Glen Trails offering a full slate of winter activities at the base, the Mt. Washington Auto Road has truly Rt. 16, Ossipee, NH 03864 • 603-539-BARN(2276) become a year round operation. www.yankeefurniturebarn.com AUTO ROAD continues Page A8 Hours: Mon.-Thur. 9-5 • Closed Wed. • Fri. 9-7 • Sat. 9-5 • Sun 12-4

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A7 Familiar white vans from the ’70s ’57 Ford station wagons

1963 International TravelAlls at the summit

(Photos courtesy Steve Caming) That might come as a surprise to the cars, two world wars, depressions, reces- While yielding a fair rate of profit as an Auto Road hearty souls who first wrestled the road sions and enough winter snows, spring investment of capital, it will add to the from the mountainside nearly 150 years floods and summer storms to wash away means of knowledge in all branches of Continued from Page A7 ago. But after the shift from horses to any business, the road remains. natural science…” While he was right about that part, IN TRUTH, IT’S BEEN A HOPE- the Times correspondent’s next predic- ful enterprise right from the start, as was tion was somewhat off the mark. “What noted by a New York Times correspon- the influence of this work of carrying dent who filed a report from the moun- people to the top of Mt. Washington, tain, having attended the opening day without labor and without fatigue, is to ceremonies back in 1861. Writing of accomplish, no one can yet, with cer- those who conceived and built the road, tainty predict. But that it will induce the he noted: “…It was a far seeing and gen- building of a first class hotel on the erous spirit that animated those who summit, no one can for a moment projected it and carried it successfully doubt. The carriage road will, with through. Its economic and its scientific equal certainty, soon be extended along results will fully compensate them. the crest of the ridge that connects Clay, Jefferson, Adams and Madison with Mt. Washington, and the rivalry of hotels on the tops of the mountains will be as FOR SALE sharp as at Newport, Saratoga or Niagara.” Tea Room/ While we can be thankful all that didn’t happen, the decades since have Restaurant been filled with developments that were equally unimaginable when it all began Turn-key operation. Price includes complete kitchen so long ago. equipment, cabinets and supplies; all From the first team in the early dining room tables, decorations, 1850s that surveyed the deep forests and dishes, flatware; porcelain teacup inhospitable boulder fields to build this collection; wicker settee and road, proclaiming “I think we can make accessories, window coverings, oil it through that,” to the team that con- paintings, completer gift shop tinues to believe that today, they’ve inventory, cash register, and much brought us a mountain of history. more. Very favorable lease. All the while, some of the most unusual records you can imagine have ESTABLISHED BUSINESS been set on the Mt. Washington Auto WITH REPEAT CLIENTELE Road...but that’s another story. ▲

REDUCED PRICE: $49,000.00

For more information write P.O. Box 1602 Wolfeboro, N.H. 03894 or call (520) 825-3755

Page A8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 The modern stage vans The snowcoach service offered by the used today to travel up Mt. Washington Auto road is only the latest the Auto Road in a line of vehicles that have ferried passengers up the Northeast's highest peak since 1861. In a quite literal sense, the evolution of transportation technology has taken place on this road to the sky. (Steven Caming/Mt. Ear Photo)

NNoorrtthh We’ve got Everything you need right here in ...CCoonnwwaayy VViillllaaggee!! New Hampshire’s home for

Largest Selection Anywhere Fine Cigars Men’s • Women’s • Kids Dog Gear • Headwear Smoking Parlor Bags • Jewelry Beers • Wines • Port

North Conway Village Main Street N. Conway 603-356-5039 356-7755 Because Dog’s Love Snow... Warm Coats & Boots ~ Safe Paw Ice melt ~ Winter Pet Needs ~ Pet Bakery ~ Maytag Appliances Gifts for Pets & Pet Lovers ~ Gas Fireplaces Quality Pet Supplies 2820 Main Street, N.Conway N. Conway Village 1-800-600-4728 356-7297 www.Fouryourpawsonly.com 7:30-5 Mon-Fri • 9-Noon Sat 2006 Retailer of the Year ~retail merchants assoc. of nh On Holiday? 603-356-9294 U.K., Europe & All Continents Welcome to TAX FREE N.H.! Big Diamonds & Big Savings Jeweler & Goldsmith No V.A.T. or Sales Tax in House Exotic Decor for NORTH COUNTRY FAIR JEWELERS your Home

2448 Main Street N. Conway 2541 White Mountain Hwy. 356-5819 North Conway • 603-356-4445 PARKING AVAILABLE: • John Fuller Elementary School (while school is not in session) • Depot St. Public Parking Behind the Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce Information Booth • Behind the Eastern Slope Inn For more information please contact the North Conway Chamber of Commerce at: 603-356-5701

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A9 Valley Focus & Folks

For year ahead Kennett Key Club elects new officers NORTH CONWAY — Meagan Perley and will officially take over at Kennett was recently elected President of Kennett Key Club's end-of-year banquet (tenta- High School Key Club for the 2008-09 tively scheduled for June 4). academic year. Also elected were Vice Kennett Key Club has more than 100 President Victoria Belkin, Secretary members. The Key Club is the oldest and Abigail Cassell, Treasurer Casper Van largest service program for high school Coesant, Editor Christopher Duprey, and students. Contributing to the Key Club’s Sergeant-at-Arms Heather Canavari. success is the fact that it is a student-led These students will be the executive organization that teaches leadership officers for next year's club and will serve through serving others. ▲ on the board of directors along with two representatives from each class. Right: Pictured from left to right are next The Class Representatives were also year's officers for the Kennett Key Club: elected and will be seniors (next year): Sergeant-at-Arms Heather Canavari, Sam Burroughs and Ariel Starkey, Juniors President Meagan Perley, Treasurer Casper Christopher Andreani and Andrew Clark, Van Coesant, Secretary Abigail Cassell, and Sophomores Otto Frankowski and and Vice President Victoria Belkin. Next Rebecca Skelton. The board will soon year’s Editor, Christopher Duprey, is miss- begin training and planning for next year ing from the photo. (Contributed Photo)

SUPERSATURDAYSALE Laundry SATURDAY,MARCH 29TH, 2008 Spectacular

ALL CRAFTSMAN® LAWN 20% OFF & GARDEN EQUIPMENT March 30th 20% off regular price. Excludes Great Price items and closeouts. Offer good thru 3/29/2008. & 12 MONTHS, NO INTEREST, st NO PAYMENTS April 1 , ON TOTAL LAWN & GARDEN PURCHASES OVER $299 WITH YOUR SEARS CARD Offer applies to total lawn & garden purchases over $299 after discounts and coupons when you use a qualifying Sears nd rd card and if paid in full within 12 months and account is kept in good standing. Offer not valid with Sears Commercial One® 2 & 3 accounts. Offer good thru 3/29/2008. See our Important Customer Information below for Important Deferred Interest details. Excludes Outlet Stores. OR 5% CASH BACK 15% Off All AFTER MAIL-IN REBATE ON TOTAL LAWN & GARDEN PURCHASES OVER $299 WITH YOUR SEARS CARD 5% rebate offer excludes Great Price items. 5% rebate calculated on purchase price of item, less all discounts, coupons and reward certificates, not including tax, installation or delivery. Returned and reconditioned merchandise not eligible Washers for rebate. Offer not valid with Sears Commercial One® accounts. See store for details. Excludes Outlet Stores. Offer good thru 3/29/2008. and Dryers ALL BRANDS, ALL STYLES, ALL ON SALE Excludes Kenmore PRO™, LG®, Electrolux, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, compact refrigeration, countertop appliances, sewing machines, water heaters, closeouts, Great Price items and Outlet Stores. Offer valid thru 3/29/2008. Plus No 10% OFF ALL APPLIANCES WITH ANY FORM OF PAYMENT Excludes Kenmore PRO™, LG®, Electrolux, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, compact refrigeration, countertop appliances, sewing machines, water heaters, closeouts, Great Price items and Outlet Stores. Offer valid thru 3/29/2008. 15% OFF ALL APPLIANCES WITH YOUR SEARS CARD Interest, No Excludes Kenmore PRO™, LG®, Electrolux, air conditioners, dehumidifiers, compact refrigeration, countertop appliances, sewing machines, water heaters, closeouts, Great Price items and Outlet Stores. Offer valid thru 3/29/2008. PLUS 12 MONTHS, Payments for NO INTEREST, NO PAYMENTS ON ANY APPLIANCE OVER $399 WITH YOUR SEARS CARD Offer applies to any appliance over $399 after discounts and coupons when you use a qualifying Sears card and if paid in full within 12 Months 12 months and account is kept in good standing. Offer expires 3/29/2008. See our Important Customer Information below FOR AN for Important Deferred Interest details. Excludes Outlet Stores. EVEN GREATER OR FREE STANDARD DELIVERY SELECTION on any appliance AFTER ONLINE OR MAIL-IN REBATE ON ANY APPLIANCE OVER $399 SHOP WITH YOUR SEARS CARD SEARS.COM over $399 with Free standard local delivery and on any appliance over $399 after discounts and coupons. Standard delivery includes delivery within the local delivery area Mon. thru Fri. and delivery not requiring additional services or time. Outside local delivery area, customer pays PICK-UP IN an additional charge. Rebate values, local areas and additional charges vary. Maximum rebate value $75. See store for details. YOUR LOCAL your Sears Card Excludes KitchenAid® built-in refrigeration and Outlet Stores. Offer good thru 3/29/2008. See sears.com for online rebate details. SEARS STORE Excludes Alaska. AMILY RIENDS And Free OwnedF and Operated by Name • Store address& • Store F hours • Phone number VIPSTORE E NAMEVENT MOwnedond anda yOperated, Ma byrc Nameh 3 •1 Storest ,address 200 •8 Store un hourstil 7• Phonepm numberonly! Includes Regular, Sale and Clearance Prices Standard 20% Off All Kenmore Appliances Delivery ImportantYou Deferredcan Interest com Promotionalbine Offer th Detailse 1: FINANCE0% VCHARGESIP Oaccrueffe onr aw promotionalith t hpurchasee 2 0from% the o dateff of K purchaseenm at othere Offer = Unbelievable regular purchase rate in effect from time to time and all accrued FINANCE CHARGES for the entire promotional period will be added to your account After Online or if the purchase is not paid in full by the end of the promotional period or if you default under your card agreement. Making the minimum monthly payment will not pay off your promotional purchase in time to avoid FINANCE CHARGES. With credit approval, for qualifying purchases made on a SearsG ecardt (Searsyou Commercialr abs Oneol®uandte Sears B Homeest Improvement Deal AccountnowSM accountsand excludedpick unless it otherwiseup o rindicated) hav Offere iist onlyd evalidli vforered when you’re ready consumer accounts in good standing and is subject to change without notice. May not be combined with any other credit promotional offer. Promotional Mail-In rebate on aoffersnd of p 14a monthsy n oro morethi requireng fminimumor a monthly yea paymentsr wi tash disclosed you inr the S offer.ea Searsrs cards:CarAPRsd. upB tous 26.49%y or W, butor kifi yourng Maccountonda hasy, Come in sooner to qualify your purchase. a variable APR, the APR is up to 29.99% as of 3/3/08 and may vary. Minimum Monthly FINANCE CHARGE: up to $1. See card agreement for details, including when the default rate applies. Sears cards are issued by Citibank (South Dakota), N.A. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED OR YOUR MONEY any appliance BACKSM: Exclusions apply. See Sears Return Policy for more details. Appliance prices shown are for white unless otherwise indicated. Colors, connectors, ice maker hook-up and installation extra. No extra charge for dishwasher colors. Excludes stainless steel finishes.*P¯uR is a registered trademark of Procter and Gamble CompanyNO Cincinnati,BOD Ohio,Y used B underE licenseAT by SSears. O †TotalU capacity.R SomePR itemsI CmayE requireS assembly., SE SeeL storeE forC details.TION OR SERVICE! over $399 SEARS OF NORTH CONWAYSEARS DEALER ROP JA#803C004 Sears Price Match Plus Policy. (Some exclusions apply, see store for details) Sears - We Care! Hours of Operation: Monday - Saturday 9 am - 7 pm and Sunday 9 am - 4 pm Open Sunday 603-356-5777 • Rte. 302, N. Conway, NH (1 mile East of Wal-Mart) 9 am-4 pm

Page A10 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Valley Focus & Folks

Goldberg Foundation grant makes renovation of grand piano a reality. Frank Glazer (above, right) internationally known concert pianist, presented a Chamber Concert sponsored by White Mountain Musical Arts on Sunday, March 16, at the Salyards Center for the Arts in Conway. The audience not only had the privilege of hearing a program by Glazer, but were present at the debut performance of a completely re-built and renovated grand piano recently put in place at the Salyards Center for the Arts as a result of a generous grant by the Goldberg Foundation. On hand to officially present the new piano, named the Goldberg Concert Piano, were Carl Lindblade and Glenn Saunders from the Goldberg Foundation and Lee Morton, who rebuilt the piano. Receiving the gift was Ken Rancourt (above, left), president of the Conway Historical Society. (Monarch Events Photo)

Dolllars for Scholars on Friday, April 4 Former N.E. Patriot player COMPUTER We Remove: takes to the runway GUYS 2 U Spyware & Viruses CONWAY — Dollars for Scholars on Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for stu- Friday, April 4, will present its second dent, or $25 for a family of four. All We Come to Your Home We Are: annual Runway For Scholars, a fashion tickets purchased will also be entered show featuring Kennett and Fryeburg into the raffle for prizes, including a $20 Off Labor with Coupon Reliable & Academy students and faculty modeling handmade quilt by Judie Goss, and a 20- Experienced fashions from over 30 retailers in the inch LCD Stereo Television by Mt. Washington Valley. Sylvania, donated by The Sound Resort. Phone: 603-539-2320 Reasonably Priced This entertaining event will see the Models will begin strutting their stuff return of Kennett's own football at 7 p.m. at the new Kennett High Fax: 603-539-2322 coach/teacher and former New England School Auditorium on April 4. Tickets email: [email protected] Patriot, Drew Inzer. The public is invit- can be purchased in advance by calling ed to join the fun and support local Ellen Belcastro at 939-2111. ▲ www.computerguys2u.com scholarships. Serving all of Northern New England

'RQWPLVVWKHRSSRUWXQLW\WREHSDUWRI RQHRIWKH/DUJHVW+RPH*DUGHQ )ORZHU6KRZVLQ1HZ(QJODQG For EXHIBITOR INFORMATION visit HomeGardenFlowerShow.com [email protected] TOLL FREE: 800-359-2033

For Driving Directions & More Information Visit At Fryeburg Fairgrounds, Fryeburg Maine HomeGardenFlowerShow.com May 16-18 8 BUILDINGS (65,000 SQ FT) OF INDOOR SPACE PLUS 6 ACRES OF OUTSIDE DISPLAYS

Home, Garden & Flower Show s "//4(3 /& (/-% 2%,!4%$ s (/-% '!2$%. 2%,!4%$!24)3!.3 02/$5#43 3%26)#%3 PLUS !#2%3 /& Fryeburg Fairgrounds, Fryeburg, ME !$$)4)/.!, /543)$% s 4(% &!-/53-%%44(%#(%&3#//+).'3%2)%3 s ).42/$5#).''2%%. s "/!43 !.$2%#2%!4)/.!,4/93 FRIDAY 11 - 6 02/$5#43 3%26)#%3 ).#,5$).' 7).$ 3/,!2 s !243(/7 '%/4(%2-!, !.$ -/2% SATURDAY 10- 6 & SUNDAY 10- 5 s #/--%2#!),'!2$%.#%.4%23 s 4(%3-!24(/-%/7.%23%-).!233%2)%3 /. (%!,4(9 %#/ &2)%.$,9 (/-%3 !.$ '!2$%.3 s &2%%42/,,%93%26)#% Print Sponsor: The Baysider Coos County Democrat Littleton Courier Record Enterprise Berlin Reporter The Gilford Steamer Meredith News Winnisquam Echo Carroll County Independent Granite State News The Mountain Ear

Former New England Patriot Drew Inzer dressed to teach at Kennett High. (Contributed Photo)

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A11 Passages

Hampshire as well. Fryeburg, Maine; Jeff Hatch and Jillian Tamworth, where they started Hollow Deaths Graves of North Conway and Samantha Hill Farm, a pick-your-own apple and Alson “Al” Sherman Al believed in educating the public and Ryan Meader of Madison. berry business. They fully retired in Al Sherman, 71, of East Conway, about agriculture and farming, opening A celebration of Al's life was held on 1993 and moved to New London. passed peacefully Tuesday, March 18, at their farm to the public on a number of Saturday, March 22, at the When Peggy began battling health Memorial Hospital in North Conway occasions, drawing hundreds to explore Congregational Church, Main Street in problems, Herb became her devoted after a brief illness. He was surrounded the farm with the Granite State Dairy Fryeburg, Maine. caregiver until her death in September by family and friends. Promotion Board. The farm hosts In lieu of flowers memorial contribu- 2007. He was born July 19, 1936 in school children from the area every year tions may be made to East Conway Fire From his early experiences on a canoe Pawtucket, R.I., the son of Milton and for field trips. Department, 2644 East Conway Road, trip down the Allagash River at summer Julia Sherman. He earned a Bachelor of Al was an active member of many Center Conway 03813 camp, he fell in love with the woods, Science Degree in Animal Science from professional organizations and served as mountains and streams of northern New the University of Massachusetts in 1958. a delegate for some. Herbert Shove Damon, England, a love that is evident in his It was there that he met his beloved wife Despite working dawn to dark, he many watercolor landscape paintings. of 48 years, Phyllis Lovell Rawlins found time for community service activ- He was an early trustee of the Tin Sherman. ities. He was a volunteer firefighter for Mountain Conservation Center, and, Al was lifelong farmer. He was raised the East Conway Fire Department, as with Peggy, an avid birder for many in North Attleboro, Mass., on a small well as serving as the fire chief for many years. Together they traveled from the farm. After graduating from college he years. He was a life member of the Galapagos to Africa on birding and became the herdsman at Twin Valley Fryeburg Lions Club, serving as presi- nature expeditions. Farm in Pepperell, Mass. In 1964, he dent twice as well as being Chairman of Herb enjoyed young people of all and Phyllis fulfilled their dream and the Site Committee. abilities, volunteering time with the purchased the farm in East Conway, Al always found time for family, Eastern Slope Ski Club, Junior Ski which is where they raised their three friends, and neighbors. He played cards Program, Boy Scouts, Little League and daughters. The farm started as a dairy on Monday nights with a group of his Community Center in North Conway. farm and has evolved over the years into friends. He was always there to lend a He was a loving father, grandfather, the large farm market known as hand when a neighbor or friend was in brother and uncle and his lively, irrever- Sherman Farm Stand that will continue need. ent sense of humor will be missed. to be run by his daughter, Kathy, and As the farm matured and he began to Herb is survived by his children grandchildren, Michele and Jeff. The turn the reins over to his daughter, Edward N. Damon and his wife, dairy farm continues to thrive under the Kathy, he and Phyllis were able to travel Claudia, of Concord, Martha C. Damon ownership of Justin and Julie Hussey, extensively with their dear friends, Pat and her husband, John Kane, of whom Al considered a part of his family. and Mel Jenkins. They explored the Huntingtown, Maryland, and Susan B. Over the years, Al and Phyllis were United States, Canada, New Zealand, Damon and her husband, James Hurst, recognized leaders in the farming busi- Australia, South and Central America of Grantham; grandchildren Caroline ness. In 1980 he was named N.H. and took many cruises. His favorite trips Herbert Shove Damon, 90, died Damon and her husband, Andrew Dairyman of the Year. In 1999 the farm were the safaris in Africa. peacefully at home on Thursday, March Gardner, Samuel Damon, Matthew was given an award as the New Al will be sadly be missed by his wife 13. Kane, David Kane, Edward Kane and Hampshire Farm of Distinction. In Phyllis, daughters Cheryl DeGrandpre Herb was born Dec. 24, 1917. in Anna Hurst; brother Stephen Damon September 1997 they decided to create a and husband Chuck of Freeport, Maine; Malden, Mass., the son of Harry and and his wife, Ginny, of Tamworth, and niche market for their milk by selling it Kathy Sherman of East Conway; and Frances (Shove) Damon. He graduated sister Patricia Niswander and her hus- through the farm stand in glass bottles. Debbie Meader and husband, Larry, of from Phillips Exeter Academy and band, Don, of Concord; and numerous Their milk can be purchased in several Madison. He adored his grandchildren, Amherst College. Soon after his college nieces, nephews and in-laws. Besides markets throughout Maine and New Michele Dutton and husband, Casey, of graduation he enlisted in the Navy, serv- Peggy, Herb was pre-deceased by an ing as an officer aboard the destroyer older brother, Harry “Bus” Damon, of U.S.S. Smith in the South Pacific from Grand Rapids, Mich., and an older sis- 1941 to 1945. ter, Katharine Reed, of North Conway. During the battle of the Santa Cruz A celebration of his life will be held Islands in October 1942, the Smith was Sunday, April 20, at 1:30 p.m. at the nearly sunk when a Japanese torpedo Brass Heart Inn in Chocorua. A recep- plane, still carrying its torpedo, crashed tion will follow. the ship. The Smith fought on and Herb In lieu of flowers, memorial dona- was awarded the Silver Star for valor. tions may be made to the Tin Mountain Having earned seven battle stars, he was Conservation Center, 1245 Bald Hill second in command of the ship when he Road, Albany 03818; the Society for the was finally transferred stateside to teach Protection of New Hampshire Forests, naval science at the University of Texas. 54 Portsmouth Street, Concord 03301; He served with distinction as a citizen- or the Audubon Society of New soldier but he despised war as a solution. Hampshire, 3 Silk Farm Road, Concord In 1946, Herb married Margaret 03301. “Peggy” Damon and he obtained a master’s degree from the Yale School of Editor’s Note: Announcements of births, Forestry as they were starting a family. adoptions, engagements, weddings, deaths After moving to North Conway in 1949, and memorial services may be sent to the he owned and operated several ventures, Passages Editor, c/o The Mountain Ear, including the Carroll County Service P.O. Box 530, Conway, N.H. 03818, or Company, a propane gas and appliance emailed to [email protected]. business, and a sawmill. He also worked Items must be submitted by Monday noon as a forester, real estate agent and car- for publication on the following Thursday. penter. From 1961 to the mid 1970s, he We are glad to publish engagement and taught general science to hundreds of wedding photos (enclose self-addressed, junior high school students in Conway stamped envelope and kindly print address and Tamworth. on back of photo for photo return). In 1975, Herb and Peggy moved to

Spring Flowering Bulbs Herbs Cut Your Own – Tulips and Daffodils Seed Starting Workshop March 29 • 10 AM Seeds • Supplies • Soils Open 8-5 Daily • 252 Middle Road, Route 109A, Ctr. Tuftonboro, NH 03816 603-569-5056 • spiderwebgardens.com

Page A12 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Business News &&MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Best ski deal in New Hampshire Special ski pass for college students NORTH CONWAY — Cranmore 09 season. tion to the 2008-09 winter season, the "The Threedom Pass has been very Mountain Resort and Waterville Valley The new 4-NH College Pass will pass will include unlimited spring skiing popular with students who like to ski in announced March 24 that Cannon offer unlimited skiing and riding on 255 for the rest of this winter. New Hampshire’s White Mountain Mountain, located in Franconia Notch trails, 37 lifts, 1,061 acres and 13 terrain The pass costs only $249 with no region, including Mt. Washington State Park, and Mount Washington parks, making it the college season pass blackout dates when purchased before Valley," commented Cranmore General Resort's Bretton Woods will join them with the most skiing in New Hampshire. May 31 at Cranmore Mountain. Prices Manager Ben Wilcox. "The addition of to offer a new college pass for the 2008- Passes go on sale April 1 and in addi- will increase to $279 after that deadline. Bretton Woods and Cannon to the Waterville and Cranmore combination Business boot camp continues makes for a great deal for college kids." All four areas are less than an hour's MWVEC offers some tactics drive from each other. Easy access on Route 93 and Route 16 offer college for labor laws and marketing students a large variety of ski terrain, all within 2 to 2 1⁄2 hours from Boston. CONWAY — The Mt. Washington Participants should register by March 27. The cost is $30 for Council Members To qualify for the 4-NH College Valley Economic Council and Granite The events are sponsored by Public and MWV Young Professionals, $35 for Pass, students must show a current stu- State College recently presented the sec- Service of New Hampshire and Laconia non-members dent ID plus proof of full-time enroll- ond session in a series of seminars enti- Savings Bank Registration is required. Contact the ment (12 credits as of fall 2008) with a tled: Business Boot Camp: Key Tactics All seminars will run from 9 a.m. to Economic Council by phone at 447-6622 letter from the registrar's office or with for Labor and Marketing. noon. Coffee and pastries will be served. or email [email protected] to register. ▲ a current college schedule print out. This series of workshops shows partic- The 4-NH College Pass can be pur- ipants practical ways to help them build chased online at cranmore.com or by and manage effective work teams, includ- Among three new members calling Cranmore at 1-800-SUN-N- ing federal and state labor laws, personnel of Charitable Foundation SKI (1-800-786-6754). Cranmore is policies and procedures, as well as effec- currently planning to be open through tive and productive marketing. Sunday, April 6. ▲ The seminar series is at The Tech Cleveland named to Village, 53 Technology Lane, Conway. On Tuesday, March 4, “Employee Lakes Region advisory board Law: The Basics,” was covered by facilitator Jennifer Sawyer Norvell, labor CONCORD — George Cleveland of attorney. Tamworth was among three new On Tuesday, March 25, the topic was members recently named to the advi- “Employee Law: Advanced Topics and sory board of the Lakes Region of the Best Practices,” again with Norvell as New Hampshire Charitable facilitator. Foundation. OPEN HOUSE Topics will included Handbooks and Also named to the board were Policies, employee internet use, monitor- Michael Ventura of Penacook and SATURDAY - 3/29/08 ing and privacy, job descriptions and eval- Beatrice Conover of Holderness. uations, discipline, and hiring and firing. Cleveland has been executive direc- 12pm - 2pm On Tuesday, April 8, “Low-Cost tor of The Gibson Center for Senior Marketing with High Impact Results” Services in North Conway since 2000. Last Open House of the Season will be the topic, with facilitator Nancy He also spent over 25 years with Private Showings Available By Appointment Clark, owner of the Glen Group. WMWV/WBNC Radio in Conway as program director and served for 28 years as Tamworth Town Moderator. Currently, Cleveland is board chair Glen Group of The Barnstormers Theatre in Tamworth, a trustee of the Tamworth honored by N.H. Foundation and serves on the boards George Cleveland of the Association of Fundraising Business Review Professionals of Northern New Hawaii and the Hedgehog Hill Healing England, the Pacific Justice and Arts and Conference Center, under NORTH CONWAY — The editors of Reconciliation Center in Honolulu, development in Madison. ▲ New Hampshire Business Review have chosen Glen Group of North Conway as “Best Big Agency with Big Ideas” in the 17 Bearfoot Creek newspaper’s 2008 BOB Awards, which Spectacular post & beam home honor the “Best of Business” in New with a new chairlift right out your Hampshire. door. 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, box All of the winners were honored at a seat views to the ski trails. Other plans from $1,100,000. Only 11 celebration March 19 at the Grappone home sites left. Ask for Joy Conference Center in Concord. Gov. John Lynch was on hand to greet the DIRECTIONS: Rt 302 towards Attitash award winners. Ski Area. Bearfoot Creek is on the left “The BOB Awards truly celebrate all between Attitash and Bear Peak. New Hampshire businesses,” said Jeff Follow road up as it loops around, #17 Feingold, editor of New Hampshire is at the end of the cul-de-sac on the Business Review. “If other business owners left. have named your business a BOB business, that really says something about the high caliber of the company you’re running.” “We are honored to be named ‘Best Big Agency with Big Ideas’ by the business community of New Hampshire. It is because we have great clients who are fear- less and innovative that we are able to do work that gets noticed in such a positive way,” said Nancy Clark, owner of Glen Group. ▲

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A13 z

selectrealestate.com

KATHAHDIN CEDAR LOG HOME IMMACULATE MOBILE ON LARGE LOT ✦ Beautiful Mtn Views on 2.27 acres ✦ 2 BR, 1.5 BA, very well maintained ✦ 2800 Sq Ft Cedar Log Home with 1400 Sq Ft addition ✦ Screened porch and den additions ✦ 7 Garage Bays, Lg outdoor Hot Tub overlooking ✦ Beautiful, private, corner lot in Benson’s Park mountains, beautiful design details throughout. (MLS #2708610) ..... $39,900 (MLS # 2703616) $545,000

2003 9 ROOM CONWAY CHALET HISTORIC STONE HOUSE ✦ Lg Decks, bright & sunny rooms, beach rights ✦ 3 Bed / 2 Bath / 2 Barns/ 3.7 acres ✦ Walkout lower level, cathedral ceilings, 2 gas ✦ Granite fireplace, handcrafted details throughout stoves ✦ Real Estate Showcase Wide pine floors, Lg Kitchen, French windows, ✦ Nicely landscaped, convenient location. Convenient location (MLS #2707702) $249,000 (MLS #2683296) $349,000

WONDERFULLY RENOVATED COTTAGE STYLE HOME SET IN ONE OF NORTH CONWAY'S BEST LOCATIONS. Tucked back on a private, well landscaped 2 acre lot, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home features wood floors, open living/dining area great for entertaining, awesome deck, beautiful fireplace insert, cedar shingles. Located less than 1 minute from Cranmore. (MLS 2706677) $229,000 For more information please contact Josh Brustin • Pinkham Real Estate Contact: 356-5425 • Cell: 603-986-4210 [email protected] www.pinkhamrealestate.com David R. Haine Real Estate Native, Reliable Real Estate Service REALTOR At the Intersection of Routes 16 & 153, Conway Village Multiple Listing Service LICENSED IN 603-447-5023/447-3871 • Toll Free: 877-447-5023 NH & ME email: [email protected] • website: davidrhainerealestate.com ATTENTION SKIERS VIEWS OF CRANMORE AND BLACK CAP MOUNTAIN FROM THIS FULL DORMERED CAPE WITH 3 BED- ROOMS, 1-1/2 BATHS. Offers an enclosed porch, patio and a full basement with a 2 car garage on 1.6 acres. Great West Side Road location in North Conway, NH with direct snowmobile access. MLS#2695775...... $189,500 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH MOBILE HOME located in Mountainvale Village, Conway, NH. Enjoy the back- yard deck and many skiing & hiking trails in the Mount Washington Valley. MLS# 2709002 ...... $32,900

L A N D SACO RIVER FRONTAGE IN CONWAY, NH. This property could be what you've been looking for. Hookup to town water and sewerage is available. Located on a paved town road with electricity at the street. MLS# 2606894...... $89,200

1.75 ACRE LEVEL LOT IN FRYEBURG, MAINE is located on a paved road, at the end of a cul-de-sac with good soil type and has electricity at the street. Just 5 miles to Shawnee Peak Ski Area and is close to snowmobile trails. Call us for details MLS# 2705082 / 879903...... $29,500 We’re Looking For NEW LISTINGS!! Call Us If You Have A Property To Sell! “We know the land—We've lived here all our lives"

Page A14 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Kevin Gregston Real Estate MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE

Live And Work In Conway, NH Nice Madison Home Building and land, includes 4 residential units, retail store unit, and art Comfortable Mobile Home on full acre, very close to snowmobile trail, inexpensive gallery, also owners quarters, all fully occupied, sold with or without retirement, or vacation home. Just $99,900 MLS 2694140 established business. All for just $429,900 MLS 2603050 6 MAIN STREET • CONWAY • OFFICE (603) 447-6644 • CELL (603) 662-6831 www.kgregston.com

PO Box 1085, No. Conway, NH 03860 603-986-5040 - Fax 603-356-6572 [email protected] www.MtVistaRe.com Cathy Steesy Vacation Property Specialist! Great Views of Attitash! From your bedroom in this 2 BR, end unit, spiral up condo at Nordic Village. Amenities galore and a location that is perfect for everything from skiing and hiking to StoryLand. This updated condo comes with private master BR/Jacuzzi suite, a gas fireplace and is fully furnished and equipped for the Luxury Mountain Get-A-Way rental program. Imagine the possibilities. (MLS# 2649181)...... $244,900 Outstanding Log Home! Complete this 2400 SF 3 BR 2 BA contemporary Real Log Home with mountain views (Mt Washington & more), and you'll have the log home of your dreams. Skiing & snowmobiling from your door, privacy, and mountain air, what an escape! Quality construction, paved roads, underground utilities, and town water/sewer. MLS# 2634861...... $399,900

Light & Bright with Easy Access! This open concept home with cathedral ceilings offers vacation or year round comfort, privacy & one level living. Conveniently located for skiing, hiking, and all attractions. This 3 BR, 2 BA home has mountain views, 3 season sun house, private garden, and a new roof, boiler & mudroom. Broker Interest. (MLS# 245967)...... Offered at $224,900 WATCH THAT ICE! With the region experiencing a mix of warm and cold weather, area residents should use extreme caution as they venture onto lakes and ponds. HOW MUCH ICE IS NEEDED FOR SAFE PASSAGE? The American Pulpwood Association has published an “Ice Strength Table.” Here’s what to look for: Ice Thickness Permissible Load Beautiful large 4bdrm 4bath 16 New Madbury, Jackson An Elegant Mirror Lake home with views to Iron 2 inches One person on foot Mountain. Move from a formal dining room with at Bretton WoodsMountain condominium Side with stunning 3 inches Group, in single file views looking down at the village and up to the tray ceiling and antique crystal chandelier to a Presidential Mountain range. After skiing enjoy the warm and inviting eat-in kitchen with granite 7 1/2 inches Passenger car (2 ton gross) ambiance of the grand stone fireplace while the kids countertops and bay windows. Then enjoy the enjoy their own game/entertainment room. All this cathedral ceilings and gas fireplace in the great 8 inches Light truck (2 1/2 ton gross) Brian McAllister just steps from the slopes skiing NH biggest and best room and a huge master bedroom suite. Exclusive 10 inches Medium truck (3 1/2 ton gross) 986-0709 ski area. Listing. MLS# 2702837 Call Stefan $699,900 MLS#2650102 Call Paul $529,900 12 inches Heavy truck (7 to 8 ton gross) 15 inches 10 tons 20 inches 25 tons 25 inches 45 tons 30 inches 70 tons

Rob Ruppel 36 inches 110 tons 986-2002 GREAT CHRISTMAS MOUNTAIN SOARING VIEWS FROM THIS CONDO! Enjoy this very private 2 BDRM, 2 LARGE OPEN CHALET, dramatic BA garden style unit with new paint, oak wain- brick fireplace centered in the living area Reduce strength values 15% for clear, blue river ice. Slush ice is only one-half the scoting, mountain views, gas Rinnai heater and accompanied by walls of tall windows looking cozy Vermont Castings wood stove. Nicely fur- out to the mountains. Beach rights for summer strength of blue ice. This does not apply for parked loads. nished, just up the road from Story Land. fun, and rental history as well! MLS# 2651788 Call Stefan $174,900 MLS# 2709139 Call Stefan $219,900 STAY SAFE OUT THERE! Stefan Karnopp 986-8323 Know how thick the ice is before venturing onto it! Skate with adult permission on ice rinks or well-frozen ponds or lakes and stay off the White Mountain Gold! GREAT LOCATION! GREAT PRICE! Charming & Bright 3 bedroom home On On the banks of the Ellis River & Walking rivers.The frozen water may look inviting and safe, but the ice on a river over an acre in Conway. Gas fireplace, distance to Storyland, this Furnished 2 or stream is never evenly frozen, and ALWAYS dangerous. Landscaped lot, lovingly maintained and Bedroom 2 bath condo is Move in Ready Priced to sell. A must see property! MLS# 2703210 Call Paul $125,900 MLS# 2704655 Call Paul $215,900 Snowmobiles require at least six inches of blue ice.These numbers “Honest, Assertive & Creative” should be doubled for white ice. However even the thickest ice isn't Paul Mayer completely safe. You must always be on the lookout for cracks, heavy 387-7737 603-383-8080 www.Black-Bear-Realty.com Patch’s Market Place PO Box 60, Glen, NH 03838 snow drifts and thin spots. Silver Lake to Bretton Woods - Charming Homes – Country Inns - Building Lots - Vacation Condos - Investment Property

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page A15 Ocean State

Lindt® Stretch-Tite Chocolate Bars 250 Sq. Ft Plastic Wrap 3-3.5 oz Comp. $2.50 Energy Star Our: Compact Fluorescent Bulbs Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm $ 99 10,000 hour - 20, 23 & 26 watt STORE HOURS! 1 3 JOBComp. $3.99 Sale Dates: Thurs. LOT March 27 - Wed. April 2, 2008 Ladies Snap $ Gift Cards Available in All Stores Front Robes 1 Ladies Capris Premium 300 Thread Super-soft fabrics, lots of detailing Licensed Ladies Silk Linen/rayon blend Count Sheet Sets Pearlized button snaps, mostly Lounge Sportswear Twin ...... $15 short sleeve...even some flannel! $ Pants Full...... $18 Comp. $20 or more! 100% silk & Comp. $15 Queen or King .....$20 7 or more! Your Choice: silk/cotton 400 Thread Count Your Active Capris Pima Sateen Your Choice: Cotton/nylon blend Choice: $ Sheet Sets Comp. $60 $ $ $ Prints or Solids 8 Full...... $30 or more! ® 15 5 7 Queen or King .....$30 Honeywell Digital Anti- Famous Maker Ladies Swimwear Ladies Better Mad Iguana® Theft Safe Premium One piece - tankini - bikini 600 Thread Count • Programmable electronic lock CHECK OUT Swim Covers Mens Swimwear Assorted styles • Includes 2 safety override keys THE LABELS! Comp. $48-$80 Board & Sport Shorts Sheet Sets Comp. $20-$60 100% Egyptian Cotton Sheets Comp $74.99 Save 65% - 80% Quick dry micro fiber Comp. $28-$30 Twin ...... $30 $ Full...... $40 Queen or King .....$40 40 2 Pk. 600 Thread Ct Fire Protector Pillow Cases...... $7 • Protects documents Your 0 Your Your from fire up to 1550 F Choice Choice Choice: for 30 minutes Sun Care • Keyed lock with 2 keys $ $ $ Reg. $6.50 -$11 Comp $37.99 15 10 10 $ Mens Performance Pro Shop Quality! Your Choice: 20 Golf Mock Mens $ $ Wicks moisture Outer Banks® ea Save 50% - 54% Or Golf Shirts 3- 5 ® Your Twill Cargo Mens 3M Comp. GE Telephones Choice: Golf Glove $30-$50 TM Shorts Cabretta leather Edge 5.8 Ghz $ Forget $12 Outdoor Patio Rugs • Call waiting with caller ID • Expandable 8 $ Resists Mildew - Resists Fading up to 4 handsets • Speaker phone $ Comp. $24-$32 8’ x 10’ 6’ x 8’ 4 5 Comp. $130 $ ® Comp. $68 5499 Russell Athletic Premium Russell Athletic Premium New Era™ 25 Crewneck Sweatshirts Licensed Hats $ TM Cotton Pocket T-Shirt $ Edge 5.8 Ghz & Sweatpants MLB- NBA - NCAA 50 25 Digital Answerer Comp. $25 Moisture • Includes 2 handsets wicking & • Expandable system • Caller ID Cushions Sold 4 Pc. Resin breathable Separately Your Heavyweight, Wicker Set $ Choice: Includes 51” Love 99 M - 2X Seat 2 Matching Arm 69 35 $ Selection may Chairs 28” Two Tier vary by store Glass Top Table Thera ShowerTM 7 Comp.$16 $ Hand Held Shower Massager 279 $ $ Reg. • Includes mounting bracket & 6’ hose th • Available in white or chrome $20-$30 wi 4 3 polyester top Comp $34.97 Lakeland and mosquito $ Folding Zero Gravity or Adirondack Chair netting $ Selection varies Your Choice: by store 99 10 Regency II 210Comp. $350 $ Bonus: 2 aromatherapy cartridges, 5 water filtrating ea 249 5 Piece Umbrella & Base 40 cartridges & 1 exfoliating sponge Sold Separately Patio Set $ “Basketweave” 16 0 BONUS: 4 Built-in shelves & two plant hooks 11 " " Dinnerware 12.5 Plate ® ® Plate Samsung Timex 50 Deluxe Flatscreen Wrist Blood 50 1 9" Plate 2 Blood Pressure Monitor Pressure Monitor 4" Bowl $ Sunbeam & Malibu Solar Lights $ 1 Mission Style Single Solar Path 10" Bowl 1 14 oz Solar Save " Lights Light 9.5 Soup Bowl Mug Stake over $ Rustic brown finish Aged brass 50 25 Light Install in ground finish 50% 5 1 1 Stainless Steel or use as a table 15” tall or Copper Finish top light - 4 pack Comp. Includes: • 4 Sling Chairs • 66"x40" Comp. $9.97 Comp. $100 Comp. $45 Colorful Comp. $40 $19 1/2" Glass Top Table (Seats 6) 10 Plate Dinnerware 99 • 2 cuffs • 60 memory • Durable steel frames with rust Also Available $ $ $ • 240 memory $ • Carrying case 25 ea • Battery operated 1 9" Bowl resistant powder coat finish 9' Adjustable Tilt Market Umbrella$67 3 18 6 40• AC adapter 20 1/4" • Quick drying UV protected sling fabric 28lb Umbrella Base ...... $22 7 Plate Niagara $ resists fading • Tempered glass table top 1/4" Extra Chair ...... $33 Comp. $29.99 Wild Bird Seed ¢ 8 Bowl 2 Solar Light Adjustable 5 Position Poly-resin construction 5 lbs Country Mix...... 3.00 75 $ with black $ 1 7" Bowl Lounge Chair or grey granite finish ea 6 lbs Cardinal Mix...... 10 oz 16 5.00 6 oz Cup Mug 51/2" Bowl $ & Saucer $ 20 lbs Country Mix ...... 6.00 $ $ 1 80 Qt. Cooler On Wheels $ 1 34 3 lbs Thistle ...... 7.00 1 1 • Steel jacket insulated cooler 8 lbs Signature Blend...... 7.50 Iced Tea Bumble Bee holds 136 12 oz. cans To Go 10 lbs Black Sunflower .. Sardines • Holds ice up 9.00 Drink Mix 3.75 oz 30 Ct to 3 days 25 lbs Thistle...... 25.00 ¢ Folding 50 Sling Chair 75 $ Dutch Bulbs 2 $ from Van Bourgondien Jumbo Dried 80 Beef 20 Flowering Bulbs Cranberries Jerky Gladiolus, Dahlia or Canna 10 oz 1.5 oz Spring Lawn Care Sun & Shade 99 $ 6 Cubic Foot 8" Poly Head Rake Or $ Contractor Dense Shade 2 Wheelbarrow $ Mix 5 1 • Rustproof, dent proof poly tray Your Choice: • 16” pneumatic tire 3 2008 Flower & Land o’ Lakes • Heavy duty frames with 24” Steel Tine Bloom Energy wood handles 99 Hot Cocoa Drinks Spring Braced Rake Vegetable Seeds 1.25 oz 10.5 oz $ Comp. $13.98 33 lbs 4/$ 2/$ 45 $ % * Weed & Feed URI 40 OFF Fertilizer 28-3-3 7 *Mfg. Suggested Retails 1 Covers 5,000 sq. Ft. #2 1 24" Poly • Controls dandelions & over Especially blended #1 Fancy Grade Greek Roasted Peppers 200 other broadleaf weeds Comp. $8 for northern lawns Womens 12.3 oz...... • Greens fast & lasts Rose Bushes Latex 1.75 $ Assorted colors & varieties Dipped Colossal Cashews 9 oz ...... 3.49 $ 99 Climbers - Floribundas - Tea Roses Garden Macadamia Nuts 9 oz ...... 2.99 5 3 lbs Your Choice: Gloves 9 30" Comp. to $10...... $7 4 Poly/cotton lining Roasted Almonds12.5 oz ....2.50 ® $ Emeril’s Pasta Sauce 24 oz 2.50 Tiller & Rowe Professional Quality Tools BBQ 50 London Steak Sauce 8.6 oz1.50 Heavy Duty 24" Heavy Duty Lighter 6 2 Snyder’s Chocolate Peanut Pruning Shears Ratcheting Lopper $ Butter Pretzels 7 oz ...... 1.50 $ $ Flannel Sheet Sets 1 Clearance Priced! Vlasic Kosher Dill Pickles ea 21 Grill Twin 62 oz ...... 5 Brush 2.99 14' Compound Action Full ...... Comp. $39.99 ...... $15 Flipz Yogurt Pretzels 10 oz 1.50 21" Bypass Lopper Telescoping Pole Tree Pruner $ ¢ Queen...Comp. $49.99...... $15 Silver Palate Oatmeal 16 oz 1.75 50 $ 10 King ...... Comp. $59.99 ...... Banana Chips 15 oz...... 1.99 90 $15 8 27 We now accept WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES! LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK! Cash Benefit EBT Cards NH: Newport - 12 John Stark Highway (Sugar River Plaza); Northumberland - 583 Lancaster Rd. (Rte. 3); Peterborough - 19 Wilton Road, Suite 23; Walpole - North Meadow Plaza, 32 Ames Plaza Lane (RT 12); Ossipee - 895 Route 16; Woodsville - 176 Central St.; Athol, MA: 62 Freedom St. (off Main St.); ME: Belfast: 95 Lincolnville Ave. (Intersect. of Rtes. 1 & 3) Visit www.oceanstatejoblot.com for store locations & hours • Sign up to receive an advanced copy of our weekly ad

Page A16 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Entertainment Arts &&Recreation White Mountain Musical Arts Meliora String Quartet to perform April 4 The White Mountain Musical Arts which she studied Turkish Folk music Orchestra. He is a world-renowned per- Tickets are available in advance on will present the music of the Meliora and played with the Bilkent Symphony former and teacher who has spent most the web and at the door. Conductor’s String Quartet on Friday evening, April Orchestra in Ankara, Turkey. She began of his long career as a featured soloist Circle seats are $20, Intermediate seats 4, as the third in a Chamber Concert her violin studies at the age of 6 and has and as principal cellist for numerous are $15 and General seating tickets are a Series, to be held at 7:30 p.m. at the received teacher training with the orchestra and chamber music ensembles suggested $10 donation. More detailed Salyards Center for the Arts in Conway. Suzuki Association of the Americas. throughout the world. Kennedy main- information and an advance purchase The ensemble brings together four Kimberly Lehmann, originally from tains a regular touring and solo perform- ticket order form are available on the top musicians from southern Maine Sioux Falls, S.D., received her Bachelor ance schedule, most notably a recent web at: www.mwvevents.com. Further whose sole purpose is to perform cham- of Music in violin performance from the concert tour of France that included sev- information is available by calling ber music repertoire at the highest level. University of Minnesota and her Master eral recitals in Paris and Normandy. 447-6096. ▲ The Meliora String Quartet’s mission is of Music in violin performance and liter- In addition to the performance of the to bring both familiar and lesser known ature from the Eastman School of Meliora String Quartet on Friday works of note to audiences in Maine and Music. Several years ago, upon receiving evening, April 4, the Chamber Concert New Hampshire. The quartet unites an instrument from her husband Series will end with the Seacoast Wind The Meliora Quartet will perform four individuals, each well established as Robert’s grandmother, she fell in love Ensemble in a Memorial Weekend per- April 4 at the Salyards Center for performer and teacher, into a cohesive with the viola. Lehmann lives in formance Saturday evening, May 24. the Arts in Conway. They are (left entity driven by their love of the reper- Scarborough, Maine, with her husband The White Mountain Musical Arts to right) Robert Lehmann, Yazman toire and desire to communicate this Robert and sons Eric and Alexander. strives to bring live musical performanc- Craig Vitalius, Kimberly Lehmann excitement through performance. Jim Kennedy is principal cellist of the es of high quality art music to the and Jim Kennedy. The performance will include works Portland Symphony greater Mt. Washington Valley with its (Contributed Photo) by Haydn, Shostakovich and Dvorak. annual Chamber Concert Series as well Violinist Robert Lehmann was born as the annual Bach Festival in and raised in Mexico City. He is a grad- August. uate of the University of the Pacific and the Eastman School of Music, and a 2008 recipient of a doctorate in violin performance from Boston University. He is Director of String Studies, Associate Professor of Music and Artist Faculty in violin and viola at the University of Southern Maine School of Music. Lehmann conducts the Southern Maine Symphony Orchestra, the Portland Youth Symphony Orchestra, the North Shore Philharmonic, the Portland Chamber Orchestra. He will be the guest conductor for the 20th Annual Bach Festival in North Conway in August of this year. Yasmin Craig Vitalius received her Bachelor of Arts in Music from Stanford University in 1997 and her Masters of Music in Violin Performance from the Eastman School of Music in 2001. She also received a Fulbright Fellowship in

GOGGLES BY Anon • Oakley You Need GOGGLES! Bollé • Smith Carrera Spy Largest Selection Replacement SUNGLASSES BY in New England... Lenses & Kaenon• Oakley 6 Brands & 15 Over The Over 80 Styles! Glasses Styles! Native • RayBan Maui Jim Coyote Smith Bolle Spy “Simmer” Julbo women Bollé specific fit Peppers Serengeti

N.H.’s Best HELMETS, HELMET COVERS, GLOVES, HATS & MORE! Selection of “Life is Good” Main Street • North Conway Village (across from Joe Jones) • 356-5039

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B1 Effingham Library plans Valley Round-Up March 29 pruning event Friends of the Effingham Library are will be included in the course to emphasize Think spring! Smell the flowers, sample the treats! beginning the year’s activities with two free the selection of a cutting. spring programs in March. The public is The indoor portion will be followed by First Annual Spring Sampler welcome at both events; pre-registration is an in-the-field session at which time atten- the only requirement to allow organizers dees will discuss their selection of a cutting to prepare for the events. and will learn the appropriate methods for to benefit Starting Point, March 30 Tina Savage of the New Hampshire/ pruning their trees and scrubs. Those The First Annual Spring Sampler for Teresa, Sugar Maker Baker, Victorian Teas Carroll County Extension Service hosted a attending are asked to dress appropriately Special Occasions, to benefit STARTING by Delores, and more! See what’s new with program on Wednesday evening, March for this part of the program. Each partici- POINT, Women’s Services for Domestic DJ Soni Belki, and freshen up with Mary 26, entitled “Getting Started With pant should bring his or her own pruning Violence, will be held at the Snowflake Inn Kay. Chickens.” This meeting helped those shears. in Jackson Village on Sunday, March 30, Sutton Limo will be showing off a cool interested in home poultry productions Last year Lutjen presented a similar from noon to 4 p.m. ride for your next special occasion and with basic management, housing and pruning program that was very well Although it may not look like spring, Wedding Daze Consultant, Sandy Louis, is health issues to consider before or soon attended. The request for another session we’re ready! See what’s new in Bridal and here for you, too. Jack Frost is having a after getting chickens. prompted the Friends to recruit him again. Special Occasion Floral Arrangements with Secret Sale for attendees only and check out Savage is an Extension Educator, In 2004, Lutjen completed the New a demo at 2 p.m. by Pam’s Flower Shop. White Mountain Photography. Agricultural Resources and Environmental Hampshire Master Gardening program. Visit with author Mike Hathaway and enjoy There will be door prizes from “every” Stewardship expert with the University of As part of the requirements of the pro- his music. Check out what’s fun at Great vendor and awesome raffles all afternoon, New Hampshire Cooperative Extension of gram, continuing community service hours Glen, and explore Mystical Magic with including a $545 Women’s Inn…dulgence Carroll County. Although as a County are required. Lutjen began offering cours- Luna Gallery. Taste the treats from Getaway. Donations at the door and all pro- Educator her duties encompass most areas es to the public because of his interest in Sweeney’s Sensations, White Mountain ceeds to benefit STARTING POINT. ▲ of agriculture, her experience is primarily making gardening a more rewarding expe- Cider Co., Wildcat Tavern, Cakes by in animal agriculture. She has been a rience. Ralph’s gardening interests include herdsman on several dairies and a life long perennial flowers, vegetables and landscap- On stage April 1 & 2 animal enthusiast. ing. Ralph has one garden that includes an On Saturday, March 29, at 10 a.m., operating garden railroad. Ralph Lutjen will host a pruning program Lutjen’s professional career involved Fryeburg Academy Jazz Nights as follows: The initial part of the program business and financial planning for major will be held at the Effingham Public corporations. He currently operates a con- at Stone Mountain Arts Center Library beginning at 10 a.m. The objec- sulting business. The award-winning Fryeburg Academy vations are also available. All proceeds from tive of the initial part of the pruning pres- To register for the pruning course, Jazz Ensembles will once again bring their ticket sales benefit the Fryeburg Academy entation is to describe the appropriate ways call the Effingham Public Library at 539- show to the beautiful Stone Mountain Arts Music Program. ▲ of pruning trees and scrubs. Illustrations 1537. ▲ Center in Brownfield, Maine on the evenings of April 1 & 2. Don't miss the superb performances by Help support conservation programs the Academy's Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Big Band and Jazz Combos Vocal Jazz Order spring bulbs from Conservation District Ensemble, Big Band and Jazz Combos under the direction of Brent LaCasce. The Carroll County Conservation The District has selected some of the display year after year. Tickets to this event are $17 and can be District would like to introduce its 2008 most sought after bulbs to be offered this Call the District at 447-2771 x100 or purchased directly by calling the Stone spring bulb program. The bulb sale is one of year. Varieties of dahlias, gladiolus, lilies, e-mail [email protected] net.net Mountain Box Office at 866-227-6523 (9 to three fundraising programs put on by the peonies, iris and much more are available. so your informational packet can be sent 5 Monday through Friday) or by visiting District. All purchases assist CCCD in They’re all fresh, healthy, top-size bulbs that to you, but hurry! — order deadline is their website, www.stonemountainartscen- funding conservation programs and educa- will add a glorious display of color to any April 20. ▲ ter.com A limited number of dinner reser- tional activities within the county. landscape, multiplying and adding to the

Page B2 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Also offering special Spring Sox Hop Express on opening day Conway Scenic Railroad opens weekends, April 19 A true sign of spring for the Mt. www.conwayscenic.com or by phone at 356- Washington Valley is just around the corner 5251. Walk-in ticket sales begin Friday, when the Conway Scenic Railroad opens April 18, at Conway Scenic Railroad from 9 weekends for its 34th season, starting April a.m. to 4 p.m. 19 with the Spring Sox Hop Express. Join us on Sunday, April 20, for relaxing On Saturday, April 19, ride the “Spring train rides along the countryside of the Mt. Sock Hop Express” as it takes riders to the Washington Valley on the “Valley Train.” Kennett Middle School, where the whole Departures are at 11:30 a.m. to Bartlett, an family can enjoy a special children’s pro- hour-and- three-quarter roundtrip train gram with Wayne from Maine, a musician excursion, and at 1:30 p.m. for a nostalgic and performer for over a decade. Wayne 55-minute roundtrip train ride to Conway. will be accompanied by Jimmy James, the Station opening and tickets sales begin at “Koonga Boonga Man,” a professional per- 10:30am. cussionist. Upon arrival at the Middle Ticket Office and Gift Shop open at 9 School, Wayne will encourage all to kick off a.m. on Saturday April 19, and at 10:30 a.m. their shoes and enjoy the music with a sock on April 20. For more information, call Project Prom fundraiser hop dance. Conway Scenic Railroad at 356-5251 or Departures are at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. book a reservation for any train ride on line at Margarita Grill, March 30 Reservations can be done on-line at at www.con wayscenic.com ▲ ‘Margarita Grill Music Medley’ Starting April 14 with Dave Surette & That Girl Kim to feature high school talent On Sunday, March 30, all are invited to cannot make this time frame, Margarita Conway Library again hosts come to the “Margarita Grill Music Grill is open from noon until 10 p.m. and Medley,” a showcase of high school talent. will be donating proceeds from the whole Musicians from Kennett High School and day. Open Mic show Fryeburg Academy will be performing Project Prom is a new safety initiative The Conway Public Library and host After a hard day at classes, they would get from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Margarita Grill in designed to keep the prom attendees off Tom Diegoli will present their monthly together and play for fun. After sharing Glen, which is hosting this fundraiser for the roads and safe on prom night, one of Open Mic series on Monday, April 14, from many of their own songs, they began writ- KHS Project Prom. the two most dangerous nights of the year 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., featuring poetry, acoustic ing together, and currently perform origi- Great food will be served along with for teens in cars. music and storytelling downstairs at the nals as well as covers. great entertainment and a silent “Prom For more information about Project library. The public is welcome to come and The rules for the Open Mic will be: a Auction.” Bring the whole family and Prom or the “Margarita Grill Music share, or just to listen. maximum of five minutes per performer. come out to support our young talent Medley,” contact Jonna Carter at Since a snowstorm prevented their com- There will be a sign-up sheet for all who along with Project Prom. For anyone who [email protected]. ▲ ing in January, this month’s event will fea- would like to participate. ture poet David Surette and the musical The public is invited to come to listen First meeting April 17 duo, That Girl Kim. and enjoy a healthy alternative to the bar Surette’s new book is “Easy to Keep, scene, with an opportunity to see and hear to discuss ‘An Unexpected Light...’ Hard to Keep In,” published by Koenisha of some of the many gifted and creative per- Michigan. Koenisha published his first forming artists who live in or near the book, “Young Gentlemen’s School,” in Valley. Freedom Library Book Series discusses 2004. For more information, directions, or The duo That Girl Kim came about other questions, those interested can email ‘Windows on the Muslim World’ when Keith Asack and Kimberly Pfluger Diegoli at [email protected] (be met through a mutual friend at a Berklee sure to put “Open Mic” in the subject line to This spring the Freedom Library will Elliot’s journey through Afghanistan, a party in the spring of '07. They became get past the spam filter); or call the library at host “Windows on the Muslim World,” a country considered off-limits to travelers for friends and realized they had similar musical 447-5552. ▲ New Hampshire Humanities Council book 20 years. taste. discussion series. Scholar Janice Alberghene will facilitate This series will take readers beyond the the second discussion of “Nine Parts of Fund-raiser for Tamworth church hyperbole of headlines to meet the people Desire: The Hidden World of Islamic of the Middle East — the everyday lives of Women,” by Pulitzer Prize winner women and men, the turmoil of nations in Geraldine Brooks, on Thursday, May 8. Lasagna dinner at transition and sects at war. Readers will be Having spent six years in the Middle East as challenged to discover human connections, a news correspondent, Brooks presents an St. Andrew’s March 28 even in those who deal in purposeful terror, exploration of the daily life of Muslim St. Andrew’s-in-the-Valley Episcopal Admission is $10 per adult and $5 per as they simultaneously see the sharp differ- women and the often contradictory forces Church has invited the public to a festive child. A portion of the proceeds from this ences in traditions and culture. that shape their lives. Italian dinner at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 28. fundraising dinner will go to the church’s Scholar Jennifer Lee will lead the first The book discussion series will take The dinner will be served in the church many outreach projects, both locally and in discussion of Jason Elliot’s “An Unexpected place at 7 p.m. at the library on Old parish hall at 678 Whittier Road (Old Route the greater community. Light: Travels in Afghanistan,” on Portland Road. All programs are free and 25), Tamworth, providing an evening of fine Tim Sample will be performing at The Thursday, April 17. Part travelogue, part open to the public. Books will be available to food and pleasant fellowship. Barnstormers Theatre — a few miles away personal quest, and part reflection on the borrow three to four weeks before each dis- On the menu are a variety of lasagna — at 7:30 p.m. the same evening, so here’s joys and perils of passage, “An Unexpected cussion. Call 539-5176 to reserve the book dishes (including meatless versions for veg- an opportunity to have a pre-show dinner. Light,” is the stunning account of Jason or for more information. ▲ etarians), salad, bread, dessert, and bever- For more information on this event, ages, all served in a casual style. Those Easter services and subsequent Sunday serv- attending are welcome to bring their own ices, or other activities at St. Andrew’s, call bottle of wine to the dinner; glasses will be the church office at 323-8515. ▲ Boston Magazine’s New England Travel & Life Experience an entire provided. Best of New England 2006 - New England Village Memorial Hospital offers Best Cross Country Skiing! dedicated to Nordic skiing, with a white free community education program steepled church, covered bridges, Learn about treatment for rivers with cascading waterfalls, sundry high cholesterol, April 1 eateries, charming country inns and “Debunking the Myths of Cholesterol ment program. a hundred miles of Therapies,” a community education pro- “Living Well” is a six-week workshop xc ski trails.... gram at The Memorial Hospital, is sched- series developed by Stanford University uled for Tuesday evening, April 1, starting being offered at the hospital on a regular with free health screenings at 6 p.m. basis. It is the first time the evidence-based Super Saver At 6:30 p.m., internal medicine specialist self-management program will be available LEARN-TO-SKI PACKAGE Dr. Diane Snow will present a special edu- anywhere in New Hampshire. Lesson, rental & trail pass for cation program that explores the current The education program is free and open ONE LOW PRICE! approaches and medications for treatment to the public; pre-registration is suggested of high cholesterol. This program was but not required. The first 25 registrants rescheduled from an earlier date due to will receive a free “Heart Healthy” note- weather. book full of information and ideas for sup- The event takes place in the MWV med- porting a healthy lifestyle. Refreshments Jackson Ski Touring Foundation ical office building lobby, where the hospi- and healthy snacks will be available after the Main Street, Jackson Village tal’s clinical staff will offer free blood pres- program. sure readings and body fat analysis from 6 to For more information about the pro- 800-XC SNOWS 6:30 p.m. Dr. Snow’s program begins at gram or to register, call the Memorial 603-383-9355 6:30, and a short presentation by Tanya Hospital’s Community Relations Office, www.JacksonXC.org “It’s the heart of the village” Carbonaro, RN, will follow on the hospital’s 356-5461, Ext. 388 or 198. ▲ new “Living Well” chronic disease manage- JSTF Operates under a WMNF special use permit

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B3 Calendar

and children $3. spectators. Visit www.sundayriver. com for more experts servicing small business owners. The What to Do information. Ossipee Main Street Program along with the Friday 28 Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark Ossipee Economic Development Committee to Library is hosting story time on Fridays from 9:30 Bartlett Historical Society Hours. The Bartlett support community revitalization sponsors the AA Meetings. There are several AA Meetings to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- Historical Society is open Saturdays, 12 noon - 2 Expo. It is free and open to all. Call 539-7200 or held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- 2200. p.m. at the Bartlett Historical Society, Route 16, 539-4742 for more information. 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near just north of Heritage-NH in Glen. For more you. Storytime at MWV Children’s Museum. The information call 383-4110. Penny Sale. Celebrate Effingham’s annual Penny MWV Children’s Museum presents its weekly, Sale will be held at 5 p.m., (drawing begins at 7 African Drum and Dance Ensemble. Everyone half-hour story time at 10 a.m. at the museum in Freedom Food Pantry. Serving residents of p.m. at the Municipal Building on School Street. is invited to a celebration of authentic African North Conway. Heather Mason from N.H. Public Freedom, Effingham and Ossipee the Freedom To accommodate the hours of this sale, supper and music and dance presented by The Akwaaba Television will read a story and introduce valuable Food Pantry is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. desserts will be available for purchase.There will Traditional African Drum and Dance Ensemble in pre-reading skills. Children from ages birth to six to 12 p.m. at the First Christian Church in be a 50/50 raffle and also a raffle for a pair of con- Kennett High School’s Loynd Auditorium at 7 years old are the focal audience for this fun and Freedom. For more information call 539 2637. cert tickets. Tickets for the Penny Sale are 10 for p.m. The Akwaaba Traditional African Drum and informative story time. Call 356-2992 for more $5, available at the door. For more information, Dance Ensemble was formed in London, England information. March Mask Madness. Arts Council of please call Vicki at 539-5174. in 2002 by Theo Martey, during a tour in UK with Tamworth will present an ACT! for Kids program the Brekete Ensemble. Tickets for the concert are Native Humorist Tim Sample. The called March Mask Madness from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m Puppy Playgroup. At Four Your Paws Only, Main $10 for adults, $5 for students, and $20 for a fam- Barnstormers Theatre will host Tim Sample, at the K.A.Brett School in Tamworth. The hands- St. North Conway from 11 a.m. to noon. All pup- ily with children under five. Tickets are available widely acknowledged to be New England's pre- on creative workshop will be led by art teacher pies must be on a leash and up to date on vaccines. in advance at the high school by calling 356-4360 mier native humorist at 7 p.m. Tickets are $22 in Melanie McBrian. The program is intended for No aggressive dogs please! For more information or starting at 6 p.m. at the door. All proceeds ben- advance and $24 at the door. Advance tickets are young people ages 8 and up. Participation fee of $5 call 356-7297. efit students in the Kennett High School music available at the box office and at the Sandwich includes all materials. Each class member should program. General Store, North Sandwich Store and bring their own brown bag lunch. Pre-registration Tom Hojnacki Trio. Mountain Top Music Meredith Village Savings Bank offices in is required; to sign-up or get more information, Center will present a private home concert of the Al-Anon Meeting. from 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Moultonboro and Center Harbor. The call Carolyn Hemingway at 323-8263. Tom Hojnacki Trio at 7:30 p.m. in Jackson. Enjoy Center, corner of White Mountain Highway. and Barnstormers Theatre is located in the center of an intimate evening of jazz in a chamber style con- Grove Street in North Conway. Tamworth. For more information or directions, Mullet Mogul Jam Rock Weekend. Amp up to cert. Tickets are $35 per person. Limited seating. call 323-8500 or e-mail tickets@barnstormersthe- compete in a dual mogul set up on Grandstand Refreshments will be served. Call Mountain Top Baked Haddock Dinner. St Joseph’s Church in atre.org. before rockin’ out to an 80’s hair band set up on Music Center at 447-4737 for reservations and Center Ossipee will serve a baked haddock supper the outdoor snowstage. Mullets not required but directions. from 5 to 6 p.m. There is no charge, but a free-will Saturday 29 preferred. Best Mullet wins a set of drum sticks, an donation basket will be available. Please join us. autographed air guitar and a $25 gift certificate to Volunteer Appreciation Brunch. Tin Mountain 23rd Annual Beach Party at Bretton Woods. Kentucky Fried Chicken. For further information Conservation Center will hold a volunteer appre- Lasagna Dinner. St. Andrew’s-in-the-Valley Enjoy spring skiing, live island-style music, a bar- call 374-2368 or visit www.attitash.com. ciation brunch from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Tin Episcopal Church, located at 678 Whittier Road becue, apres ski fun and, of course, the annual Mountain Learning Center in Albany. The staff of (Old Route 25) in Tamworth will host a fundraiser Slush Pool event, which includes skiers and riders Nevado Demo Days at Wildcat. Nevado Tin Mountain Conservation Center would like to lasagna dinner at 6 p.m. The admission is $10 per who will attempt to skim the slush pool at the bot- Mountain Adventures will bring their gear, cloth- thank the efforts of their dedicated, energetic, and adult and $5 per child. Call the church at 323- tom of Bretton’s Wood Trail. ing and accessories from the top lines to Wildcat friendly volunteers. Tin Mountain relies heavily 8515 for further information. Mountain today for skiers and boarders to test out. upon its volunteers to fulfill its mission to bring Annual Eat the Heat Chili Cookoff and Call 466-3326 for further info. environmental education to the Mount Monthly Supper. The Knights of Columbus will Firefighters Race at Sunday River. Come watch Washington Valley through public programs, hold their monthly supper from 5 to 7 p.m. at Our teams of five firefighters skiing in full turnout gear Ossipee Expo. Mini-Workshops and more at the summer camps, and school programs. Many spe- Lady of the Mountains Church in North Conway. and carrying a hose as they compete to raise Ossipee Expo from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Ossipee cial events, fundraisers, and trail maintenance This month the dinner is roast pork served money for Maine Handicapped Skiing. The race is Town Hall in Center Ossipee. In case of bad projects couldn’t happen without their help. with mashed potatoes, green beans and apple- at 11 a.m. on Tempest at White Cap. Then sample weather the Expo will be Saturday, April 12 at the sauce, along with bread, garden salad, assorted chili from the best cooks in the state as they vie for same location. Now in its third year, the Ossipee Sunday 30 homemade desserts and beverage. Adults $8 the prize of Best Chili Cook. Admission is free for Expo will feature local excellence, from artisans to A Taste of the Bearcamp Valley Food Festival. The Bearcamp Valley School and Children’s Center is pleased to announce the 16th Taste of the Valley Food Festival. Join us at the Whittier House Restaurant in West Ossipee. A complete dinner will be served featuring menu samples from several area restaurants. There will be two sittings the first from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and the second from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available at the Whittier House Restaurant and at the Bearcamp Valley School and Children’s Center in Tamworth. Adult tickets cost $12 in advance, $13.50 at the door, a family ticket costs $30 in advance and $35 at the door. For more information or to reserve tickets, call the Bearcamp Valley School and Children’s Center at 323 8300.

King Pine Pond Skimming. Skiers and riders attempt to cross the man-made shark-pond at the base of King Pine on the final day of the season. Call 367-8896 for all the details.

Margarita Grill Music Medley. The “Margarita Grill Music Medley,” a KHS Project Prom fundraising event, with musicians from Kennett High School and Fryeburg Academy performing from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Margarita Grill in Glen. Bring the whole family as great food will be served along with great entertainment and a silent “Prom Auction.” For anyone who cannot make this time frame, Margarita Grill is open from noon until 10 p.m. and will be donating proceeds from the whole day. For more information about Project Prom or the “Margarita Grill Music Medley” contact Jonna Carter at [email protected].

Mountain Top Music Center Faculty Concert. This will be an afternoon and evening of great music brought to you by local musicians, music teachers and students from The Mountain Top Music Center at The Wildcat Tavern in Jackson starting at 4 p.m. The event will kick off with Mountain Top Music Center faculty members Chad Cummings on Guitar, Randy Ouellette on Trumpet, Eric Rollnick on Percussion, Clare Gardner on Piano and Jeremy Larochelle on drums. Joining the group will be local musician Al Hospers on bass playing a handful of jazz and rock tunes that will showcase their unique talents in a relaxed Sunday afternoon atmosphere. Then at 6:30 p.m. join Al and Jeremy with their jazz quartet “The Jazz Meisters” for an evening of jazz stan- dards with special guest Kennett High School senior and Mountain Top student Zoe Jost as she leads the band with her talented voice. Monday31

Agape Food Pantry. Agape Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 1 to 3 p.m. located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church, Rte. 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee.

Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking Group, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Route 5, walks 1/2 mile-1 mile Mon. & Thurs. at 1 p.m. Rain or Travis Wallace at Madison Library. North Country Humorist Travis Wallace, a Madison resident, brings his original New England snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear comfortable humor to the Madison Library on Saturday, April 5. Travis will perform two shows, with each being recorded and published in May shoes, and warm clothes. For more information as part of his latest CD, to be titled “Don’t Shoot! I’m a Local!” There will be two shows in the Madison Library’s Chick Room a call Bebe Toor, 207-935-2068. matinee at 2 p.m., and a 7 p.m. evening show. Admission is free, but reservations are strongly encouraged. To reserve seats, please call Conway Dinner Bell. Conway Dinner Bell at the the Madison Library at 367-8545 or email the library at [email protected]. Salyards Center for the Arts on Main Street in

Page B4 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 12:00PM HARVEST HILLS 10:00PM GAME OF THE WEEK 1:00 PM RECREATION WEEKLY Valley Vision Channel 3 Schedule: 12:30PM REMEMBER WHEN 11:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 1:30 PM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT MARCH 28 TO APRIL 3 1:00 PM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 12:00AM VALLEY VISION THRU THE NITE 2:30 PM ALL THINGS GROWING (Schedule Subject to Change) 2:00 PM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 3:00 PM READING RULES 31 Monday website: valleyvision.com 3:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 3:30 PM F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2008 4:00 PM GAME OF THE WEEK 5:00 AM HARVEST HILLS 5:00 PM GAME OF THE WEEK phone: 603-356-8941 5:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 5:30 AM REMEMBER WHEN 8:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 28 Friday 6:00 PM RECREATION WEEKLY 6:00 AM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 7:00 PM RECREATION WEEKLY 5:00 AM RECREATION WEEKLY 6:30 PM CANDIDATES FORUN TOWN OFFICES 7:00 AM GAME OF THE WEEK 7:30 PM FUCHS – NINOW CONCERT 5:30 AM CANDIDATES FORUN TOWN OFFICES 7:30 PM ALL THINGS GROWING 8:30 AM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 8:30 PM VALLEY INC 6:30 AM ALL THINGS GROWING 8:00 PM HARVEST HILLS 9:00 PM CONWAY BOARD OF SELECTMEN 1 Tuesday 7:00 AM HARVEST HILLS 8:30 PM REMEMBER WHEN 11:30PM VALLEY VISION CALENDAR 9:00 AM CONWAY PLANNING BOARD 7:30 AM REMEMBER WHEN 9:00 PM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 12:00AM VALLEY VISION THRU THE NITE 11:30AM COMMUNITY CALENDAR 8:00 AM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 10:00PM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 12:00PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 9:00 AM TASK FORCE ON DROP OUTS 11:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 3 Thursday 12:00PM COMMUNITY CALENDAR 11:00AM COMMUNITY CALENDAR 12:00AM VALLEY VISION THRU THE NITE 5:00 AM HARVEST HILLS 12:30PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 12:30PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 5:30 AM REMEMBER WHEN 1:00 PM HARVEST HILLS 1:00 PM RECREATION WEEKLY 30 Sunday 6:00 AM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 1:30 PM REMEMBER WHEN 1.30 PM CANDIDATES FORUN TOWN OFFICES 6:00 AM GAME OF THE WEEK 7:00 AM RECREATION WEEKLY 2:00 PM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 2:3O PM ALL THINGS GROWING 8:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 7:30 AM FUCHS – NINOW CONCERT 3:00 PM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 3:00 PM GAME OF THE WEEK 8:00 AM HARVEST HILLS 8:30 AM VALLEY INC 4:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 4:30 PM SPORTS BAR 8:30 AM REMEMBER WHEN 9:00 AM CONWAY SELECTMEN 5:00 PM GAME OF THE WEEK 5:00 PM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 9:00 AM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 12:00PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 6:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 6:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 10:00AM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 12:30PM COMMUNITY CALENDAR 7:00 PM READING RULES 7:00 PM GAME OF THE WEEK 11:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 1:00 PM READING RULES 7:30 PM F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2008 8:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 12:00PM RECREATION WEEKLY 1:30 PM F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2008 9:00 PM CONWAY SCHOOL BOARD 9:00 PM CONWAY PLANNING BOARD 12:30PM CANDIDATES FORUN TOWN OFFICES 3:00 PM HARVEST HILLS 11:00PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 11:00 PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 1:30 PM ALL THINGS GROWING 3:30 PM REMEMBER WHEN 11:30PM VALLEY VISION CALENDAR 11:30 PM COMMUNITY CALENDAR 2:00 PM GAME OF THE WEEK 4:00 PM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 12:00AM VALLEY VISION THRU THE NITE 12:00AM VALLEY VISION THRU THE NITE 3:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 5:00 PM RECREATION WEEKLY 4:00PM HARVEST HILLS 5:30 PM FUCHS – NINOW CONCERT 29 Saturday 2 Wednesday 4:30 PM REMEMBER WHEN 6:30 PM VALLEY INC 6:00 AM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 5:00 AM GAME OF THE WEEK 5:00 PM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 7:00 PM PAWPRINTS 7:30 AM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 5:30 AM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 6:00 PM KHS – F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2007 7:30 PM REMEMBER WHEN 8:00 AM GAME OF THE WEEK 7:00 AM READING RULES 7:30 PM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 8:00 PM 2008 ADULT SCHOLAR BOWL 9:30 AM VALLEY VISON ARCHIVE 7:30 AM F.ACAD JOINT CONCERT 2008 8:00 PM RECREATION WEEKLY 9:00 PM TASK FORCE ON DROP OUTS 10:00AM RECREATION WEEKLY 9:00 AM CONWAY SCHOOL BOARD 8.30 PM CANDIDATES FORUN TOWN OFFICES 11:30PM VALLEY VISION CALENDAR 10:30AM CANDIDATES FORUN TOWN OFFICES 12:00PM VALLEY VISION ARCHIVE 9:30 PM ALL THINGS GROWING 12:00AM VALLEY VISION THRU THE NITE 11:3OAM ALL THINGS GROWING 12:30PM VALLEY VISION CALENDAR

Conway Village serves a free community dinner Academy Music Program. shoes, and warm clothes. For more information brings together four top musicians in Southern from 5 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. For information call Bebe Toor, 207-935-2068. Maine whose sole purpose is to perform chamber call 447-3851. For more information call 447- Storytellers Bring “April Foolery” to the Met. music repertoire at the highest level. The Meliora 3851. The Mountain Storytellers Guild presents April Taoist Tai Chi Classes. Taoist Tai Chi classes are String Quartet’s mission is to bring both familiar Foolery An Evening of Stories of Fun and Folly at offered on Mondays and Thursdays at the Taoist and lesser known works of note to audiences in Gibson Center Programs. The Gibson Center the Met Coffee House and Fine Art Gallery in Tai Chi Society’s North Conway Center in the Maine and N.H. Tickets are available in advance for Senior Services in North Conway offers a North Conway Village at 7 p.m. Storytellers Andy Eastern Slope Plaza complex from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the web and at the door. Conductor’s Circle number of activities and informational programs Davis, Meg Gilman, Ishi Hayes, Matt Krug, Olga For more information call 356-5581. seats are $20, Intermediate seats are $15 and for seniors including yoga and mobility classes, a Morrill, Uncle George Radcliffe, and Jo Radner General seating tickets are a suggested $10 dona- game day, computer labs, dances, support groups, will tell a wide-ranging set of folktales and original Drop In Cribbage. at the Madison Library from tion. More detailed information and an advance movies, health related service programs and trips. stories, including tales of tricksters, knuckleheads, 10:30 a.m. to noon in the library’s Chick Room. purchase ticket order form are available on the Call 356-3231 for details. chipmunk farming and flatulence. This story- The library will provide the cribbage boards and web at www.MWVevents.com. Information is telling performance is recommended for ages 6 to cards; come and see who’s up for a game. Call 367- available by calling 447-6096. Prenatal Yoga. Monday morning yoga at The 106, and is a fundraiser for the upcoming Granite 8545 or visit the website ci.madison.nh.us/library Birth House in Bridgton, Maine from 9 to 10:30 State Story Swap. For more information, call the for more information. Runway For Scholars Fashion Show. A fashion a.m. To register for the eight week series contact Met at 356-2332 or Andy Davis at 447-2113. show featuring Kennett High School and The Birth House at 647-5919. Eight weeks of Playgroups. Even Start Family Literary Program Fryeburg Academy students and staff, will take yoga for $75 or $10 per session for walk-ins. Wednesday 2 Playgroups will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at place at the Loynd Auditorium at Kennett High Effingham Elementary School. Playgroups are School at 7 p.m. Models will strut their stuff show- Preschool Story Time in Lovell. The Charlotte Computer Tutoring. Every Wednesday, free one open to children, birth through six years old and ing the latest fashions from over 30 local retailers. Hobbs Memorial Library, Lovell, Maine is hold- to one computer tutoring at the Gibson Center. their parents. Any questions call Even Start at 539- Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students. All tick- ing story time for preschoolers age 5 and under on Co- sponsored by the Kennett Retired Teachers 9126. ets will be entered in to a raffle. Proceeds will sup- Mondays at10 a.m. For more information call 207- Association and the Gibson Center. Call to set up port local scholarships for local students. 925-3177. an appointment at 356-3231. Story Time Enrichment Series in Denmark. The Denmark Public Library, Denmark, Maine Saturday 5 Spring Sampler for Special Occasions. The Dinner Bell North. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton normally holds Story Time Enrichment for pre- Snowflake Inn and Pam’s Flower Shop will spon- Church in Fryeburg, Maine from 5 to 6 p.m. school children and their parents from 9:30 to Bartlett Historical Society Hours. The Bartlett sor this event from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Snowflake 10:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- Historical Society is open Saturdays, 12 noon - 2 Inn in Jackson. Come see what is fresh and new for Grief Group. A grief group will be held from 9 to 2200. p.m. at the Bartlett Historical Society, Route 16, your upcoming special occasion or event. 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room at The Met in just north of Heritage-NH in Glen. For more Donations at the door. All proceeds to benefit North Conway Village. The program is free and Weekly Medicare Counciling. The Memorial information call 383-4110. Starting Point Women’s Servicers for Domestic open to the public to discuss feelings about the Hospital’s State Certified Medicare Counselors Violence. death of loved ones. For more information call Jeff will be on hand for anyone who has questions Freedom Food Pantry. Serving residents of at 986-4977 or Visiting Nurse & Hospice Care about their Medicare program or bills. The coun- Freedom, Effingham and Ossipee the Freedom Square Dance Workshop. The MWV Stompers Services of NCC at 356-7006. selors are available right after lunch at the Gibson Food Pantry isopen every Saturday from 10 a.m. will hold a square dance workshop every Monday Senior Center from 12 to 1p.m. to 12 p.m. at the First Christian Church in from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Conway Elementary Knit and Crochet Group. The Knit and Crochet Freedom. For more information call 539 2637. School. For more information call Arthur at 447- Group meets from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Effingham Brown Bag Lunch Series. Granite State College 5527. Charlene at 207-647-9464 or Liz at 447- Public Library. Bring your own project or partici- will present “Exploring New Opportunities” from Puppy Playgroup. At Four Your Paws Only, Main 5863. pate in one of our community projects. Everyone noon to 1 p.m. at the Tech Village in Conway. St. North Conway from 11 a.m. to noon. All pup- welcome. Call 539-1537 for information. Bring your lunch and learn about higher education pies must be on a leash and up to date on vaccines. Taoist Tai Chi Classes. Taoist Tai Chi classes are financial aid and scholarships. Call 447-3970 for No aggressive dogs please! For more information offered on Mondays and Thursdays at the Taoist The Nature of Pondicherry. Naturalist and more information. call 356-7297. Tai Chi Society’s North Conway Center in the Chairman of the Friends of the Pondicherry Eastern Slope Plaza complex from 6:30 to 8 p.m. National Wildlife Refuge, David Govastski will Eggs and Issues. The next Eggs and Issues Passport Day. The Madison Post Office hosts a For more information call 356-5581. present an illustrated program on the natural his- Business Leaders Breakfast brought to you by the Passport Day event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the tory of the Refuge in the Tin Mountain Mt. Washington Valley Economic Council will be Madison Post Office. Prepare and submit passport Tuesday 1 Conservation Center Nature Program “The held from 7 to 9 a.m. at the North Conway Grand applications, with photo service on site. Since par- Nature of Pondicherry” at 7 p.m. at the TMCC Hotel in North Conway. Patrick Miller will pro- ents must be present to apply for a passport for an Brownfield Library Story Time. The Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in vide an overview of the healthcare marketplace in under 16 year old child, Saturday is the perfect day Brownfield Library, Brownfield, Maine is offering Albany. TMCC Nature Programs are open to the N.H. The event is sponsored by Northway Bank. to apply for the whole family. The fee is $100 for story time for pre-schoolers on Tuesdays at 10:30 public and donations of $3 per person and $5 per The cost is $15 for council and chamber members, a 16 year old or older and $85 for a child 15 years a.m. For more information call Dede Fleming at family are appreciated. $17 for non-members. Please call MWVEC at of age or younger Expedited service is available for (207) 935-3003. 447-6622 to register. an additional fee. Passport Cards are $45 for adults Nature Nuts. Tin Mountain Conservation and $35 for children. Passport photos are available Story Time in Tamworth. The Cook Memorial Center presents “Nature Nuts” the nature pro- Red Cross Bloodmobile. The Red Cross for $15. Save time by completing and printing Library offers a story time for toddlers from 1030 gram for children ages three through five and their Bloodmobile will come to the Red Jacket your passport application in advance at to 11:30 a.m., and another for pre-schoolers from caregivers from 10 to11:30 a.m. at the new TMCC Mountain View Resort in North Conway from 1 usps.com/passport and click on “Passport 1 to 2 p.m. on the first three Tuesdays of each Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in to 6 p.m. For more information call the local chap- Application Form.” Bring the unsigned form with month. For more information call 323-8510. Albany. For more information call 447-6991. On ter or 1-800-262-2660. A positive form of identifi- you to the Passport Day event. For additional the webwww.tinmtn.org. cation such as a donor card or valid drivers license “Debunking the Myths of Cholesterol information contact the Madison NH Post Office is now required. at 367-8880. Therapies,” a community education program at Bits, Bytes and Business. The next Bits, Bytes The Memorial Hospital, is scheduled to start with and Business presentation brough to you by the Friday 4 Travis Wallace at Madison Library. North free health screenings at 6 p.m. At 6:30 p.m., inter- Mt. Washington Valley Economic COuncil and e- Country Humorist Travis Wallace, a Madison res- nal medicine specialist Dr. Diane Snow presents a AA Meetings. There are several AA Meetings Peaks will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Kennett ident, brings his original New England humor to special education program that explores the cur- held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- High School Auditorium. N.H. Attorney General the Madison Library. Travis will perform two rent approaches and medications for treatment of 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near Kelly Ayotte will give a rpesentation on Internet shows, with each being recorded and published in high cholesterol. This program was rescheduled you. Safety for your children. The is no charge for this May as part of his latest CD, to be titled “Don’t from an earlier date due to weather.The education event but registration is recommended. Call the Shoot! I’m a Local!” There will be two shows in program is free and open to the public; pre-regis- Al-Anon Meeting. from 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Economic Council at 447-6622 for more informa- the Madison Library’s Chick Room a matinee at 2 tration is suggested but not required. For more Center, corner of White Mountain Highway. and tion. p.m., and a 7 p.m. evening show. Admission is free, information about the program or to register, call Grove Street in North Conway. but reservations are strongly encouraged. To the Memorial Hospital’s Community Relations Young Adult Book Group. The Conway Public reserve seats, please call the Madison Library at Office, 356-5461, Ext. 388 or 198. Library invites young people in grades 6 and up to Play Group. The Children’s Museum will hold an 367-8545 or email the library at librarian@madi- join its Young Adult Book Group. Discussions take infant and toddler play group. There are wonder- son.lib.nh.us. F.A. Jazz Nights at Stone Mountain Arts place on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. and there are ful exhibits to explore and crafts to complete. For Center. The award-winning Fryeburg Academy always plenty of snacks. This week the group more information call 356-2992. On the Sunday 6 Jazz Ensembles will once again bring their show to begins with discussion about Touching Spirit Bear webmwvchildrensmuseum.org. the beautiful Stone Mountain Arts Center in by Ben Mikalsen. But conversations tend to take Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark Square Dance. The MWV Stompers will hold a Brownfield, Maine tonight and tomorrow night. off, depending on the participants, so if you’re in Library is hosting story time on Fridays from 9:30 square dance at the Conway American Legion on Don’t miss the superb performances by the grade 6 or up, grab a friend and come to the to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- Tasker Hill Road in Conway from 2 to 4 p.m. with Academy’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble, Big Band and Conway Public Library this Wednesday. 2200. early rounds starting at 1:30 p.m. Skip Brown will Jazz Combos under the direction of Brent be the caller and Betty Ann Brown will be the cuer. LaCasce. Tickets to this event are $17 and can be Thursday 3 Meliora String Quartet. The White Mountain Call Liz at 447-5863 or Fran at 569-3962 for more purchased directly by calling the Stone Mountain Musical Arts will present the music of the Meliora information. Box Office or by visiting their website Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking String Quartet at the third in a Chamber Concert www.stonemountainartscenter.com. A limited Group, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Route 5, walks Series to be held at 7:30 p.m. at the Salyards number of dinner reservations are also available. 1/2 mile-1 mile Mon. & Thurs. at 1 p.m. Rain or Center for the Arts in Conway. The ensemble All proceeds from ticket sales benefit the Fryeburg snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear comfortable

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B5 CONSERVE Entertainment Pizza Pasta Grille

WE OPENARE AT “ Fresh & Natural are TIL the beginnings of Lounges, Taverns & Pubs 9PM all our Family Recipes” (N)=Nightlife, (D)=Dining, (A)=Afternoon, (B)=Brunch

TRADITIONAL & Almost There - Albany INNOVATIVE Simon Crawford Saturdays (A) Classic Pop

Attitash Bear Peak - Bartlett ITALIAN CUISINE Draw The Line & Aranda Sat., Mar. 29 (A) Mullet Mogul Rock Jam Full Menu • Beer & Wine Club 550 - North Conway Imported Pasta DJ Sunday & Wednesday (N) Karaoke/Dancing Seafood & Vegetable Dishes DJ Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. (N) DJ/Dancing Delaney’s - North Conway Plus Crisp & Tasty Pizza Tim Theriault Wed., April 2 (N) Rock TAKE-OUT Eagle Mtn. House - Jackson OPEN 9am to 10pm9pm daily Clare Gardner Sunday, Mar. 30 (B) Piano Dining Room opens at 4pm Homestead Restaurant - North Conway FOR A BETTER Acoustic Open Mic Thursdays (N) Host: Tom Hobbs CALL 356-7878 Inn at Crystal Lake - Eaton LOCATED IN TOMORROW. Dana Fisher Friday & Saturday (N) Jazz Inn at Thorn Hill - Jackson Mike Jewell Saturdays (N) Solo Piano NewHampshireLakesAndMountains.com Clare Gardner and guests Mon., Mar. 31 (N) Piano May Kelly’s Cottage - North Conway Dennis & Davey Fridays (N) Celtic Crooners Celtic Seisuins Sundays (A) Irish Music

The Met - North Conway Benny Vinny Thurs., Mar. 27 (N) Hip-Hop & Rock

Red Fox Bar & Grille - Jackson TBA Sun., Mar. 30 (B) (9 a.m.) Jazz 10% Off food bill with this Coupon this Thursday 27th - Sunday 30th Watch for trivia starting Thursday April 17th Gluten Free available

The Best Dining Entertainment In The Valley!

Gift Certificates Available Bargain Matinees Daily 21 C Fri: 4:00, 6:45, 9:05; Sat: 1:30, 4:00, 6:45, 9:05; Sun: 1:30, 4:00, 6:45; MontoThu: 4:00, 6:45 SUPERHERO MOVIE C Fri: 4:25, 7:10, 8:55; Sat: 2:10, 4:25, 7:10, 8:55; Sun: 2:10, 4:25, 7:10; MontoThu: 4:25, 7:10 DRILLBIT TAYLOR C Fri: 4:15, 6:55, 9:05; Sat: 1:45, 4:15, 6:55, 9:05; Sun: 1:45, 4:15, 6:55; MontoThu: 4:15, 6:55 SHUTTER C Fri: 4:25, 7:10, 8:55; Sat: 2:10, 4:25, 7:10, 8:55; Sun: 2:10, 4:25, 7:10; MontoThu: 4:25, 7:10 DOOMSDAY E Fri: 4:10, 7:00, 9:10; Sat: 1:45, 4:10, 7:00, 9:10; Mountain Views From Every Table! Sun: 1:45, 4:10, 7:00; MontoThu: 4:10, 7:00 DR. SEUSS’ HORTON HEARS A WHO A Fri: 4:00, 6:30, 8:30; Sat: 2:00, 4:00, 6:30, 8:30; Sun: 2:00, 4:00, 6:30; MontoThu: 4:00, 6:30 Friday Night Seafood Buffet 10,000 B.C. C Fri: 4:15, 6:45, 9:10; Sat: 1:30, 4:15, 6:45, 9:10; All-you-can-eat featuring peel ‘n eat shrimp, oysters and clams on the half shell, poached salmon, Sun: 1:30, 4:15, 6:45; MontoThu: 4:15, 6:45 shrimp and scallop pasta sauté bar, baked fish specialties, salad bar and much, much more!

Saturday Night Prime Rib Special - 13 oz. cut $19.95 THE OTHER BOLEYN GIRL C Fri: 7:00; Sat & Sun: 2:00, 7:00; MontoThu: 7:00 Sunday Brunch VANTAGE POINT C Fri: 7:00; Sat & Sun: 2:00, 7:00; Served from 9 am - 1 pm. All you can eat. Omelet bar with all the fixins’, Belgian waffles, MontoThu: 7:00 eggs benedict, two carved roasts of the day, hot entree specials, breads, salads, Times for Friday-Thursday, March 28-April 3, 2008 mouth-watering desserts and much more! $15.95

AM AM AM BREAKFAST 7:00 -10:00 (‘til 9:00 on Sundays) Gift Certificates Available DINNER 5:30 PM-9:00 PM www.yourneighborhoodtheatre.com Reservations Recommended • 356-7100 ~LIVE ENTERTAINMENT~ HEATHER PIERSON - Friday and Saturday from 6 pm to 10 pm MICHAEL JEWELL - Sunday Brunch TULLAMORE TAVERN - Totally Smoke Free Open at 3 PM Monday - Friday, 11:30 AM on Saturday, 9 AM on Sunday

West Side Road, N. Conway • 356-7100

Page B6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Entertainment

Red Jacket Mountain View - North Conway Rick Hemsley-Buzzel Fri. and Sat., Mar. 28 & 29 (N) Solo Guitar Totally Independent, Totally Family, Red Parka Pub - Downtown Glen Totally Delicious! Flash Back Fri., and Sat. Mar. 28 & 29 (N) Classic Rock Steaks • Seafood • Pasta • Great Nightly Specials Shannon Door Pub - Jackson Village Marty Quirk Sat., Mar. 28 (N) Celtic/Folk Dolan and Crawford Sun., Mar. 29 (N) Celtic/Folk

Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson Kevin Dolan Fri., Mar. 28 (N) Folk

The Cave - Mt. Washington Hotel - Bretton Woods Hot House Jazz Thurs., Mar. 27 (N) Modern Jazz Hit Squad Fri. & Sat., Mar. 28 & 29 (N) Classic Rock & Blues

Up Country Tavern - North Conway DJ Kristen Thursdays (N) DJ /Karaoke/Dancing Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday 4-6pm DJ Fri., Mar. 28 (N) DJ /Dancing DJ Sat., Mar. 29 (N) DJ /Dancing $10 @ Tucks! Wildcat Tavern - Jackson Village Tony Sarno Blues Band Fri. & Sat., Mar. 28 & 29 (N) Rock & Blues 10 Delicious Entree Choices served White Mountain Hotel - North Conway Kelly Muse Fri.-Sat. (D), Sun. (B) Piano Heather Pierson Mon. - Thurs. (D) Piano with a Fresh Garden Salad... ••• A Complete Meal for Only $10!! Thursday & Friday Night: FREE Wi-Fi Full Take Out Menu Available Darts, Pool, 7 TV’s, Kid’s Menu 63” TV Fish ‘n’ Chips Where’s the Beef? At Almost There! 10 Speciality Burgers Meet Friday & Saturday Night: eg. Grand Slam- The Ultimate Burger topped with peppers, you at onions, mushrooms, bacon, and your choice of cheese. Almost There Prime Rib Dinner Live Music on Fish ‘n Chips Saturday 2-5 Now Open at 4pm Burgers • BBQ Steak Tips • Quesadilla’s • Meatloaf • Chopped Sirloin Prime Rib Dinner Grilled Dill Salmon • Broiled Haddock • Grilled Chicken • Surf n’ Turf Closed Monday & Tuesdays Catch us comin’ and goin’ • A most popular spot for locals and out of towners Open Daily at 11:30 am • 603-447-2325 • 1000 Yards South of the Kancamagus on Rt. 16, Albany NH Kids very welcome Surf ‘n Turf Dinner $30 For TWO! Where Life is Good!

$10 @ Tucks The Perfect Accomodations at the Best Price! Country Inn • Tuckerman’s Restaurant & Tavern Fireplaced Jacuzzi Cottages • Suites & Luxury Log Cabins Minutes to all Tax Free Outlets & Boutique Shopping New Indoor Heated Pool

7 Family Cottage Suites, Adult Jacuzzi Cottages, Log Cabins, Lofts, Suites and Much More!

Find out more at newenglandinn.com Resort & Room Tour • Menus • Year ‘Round Activities

Call for Lodging Rates & Availablility CALL 1-800-826-5541 Rte. 16A Resort Loop, “at the Intervale” 603-356-5541

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B7 Sports Highlights Athletes, parents, coaches celebrate winter season One success after another for Kennett By Joshua Spaulding Sports Editor CONWAY — There is no doubt that this past winter season was one of success for the Kennett High School athletic department. At the annual winter sports awards ceremony last Tuesday, March 18, Athletic Director Steve Mello pointed out just how successful it had been. “We competed for eight championships, and we finished first or second in four,” he said. “I challenge any school in the state to say the same thing.” While Hanover comes to mind as one school that might be able to mimic the success that Kennett athletes found this season, there is no doubt in anyone’s mind that this was a banner year for The Major Award Winners at the annual Kennett High School winter sports awards pose for a photo. Front row (left to right), Michaela Eagles. Pugh (indoor track), Hanna Lucy (cross-country skiing), Ali Hoyt (alpine skiing), Kelsey Powers (alpine skiing), Alicia Morrison (bas- And speaking of banners, Mello ketball), Kaycee Smith (basketball), Makenzie Keene (basketball) and Jillian Doyle (indoor track). Back row (l to r), Parker Haynes pointed out that some donations had led (alpine skiing), Arran Dindorf (cross-country skiing), Harrison Gill (cross-country skiing), Ian White (basketball), Mike Skelton (hock- to the purchase of new championship ey), Brad Hauser (hockey), Dustin O’Reilly (indoor track) and Ben Cargill (alpine skiing). (Joshua Spaulding Photo) banners, replacing the ones that had hung at the old Kennett High School. The new banners now ring the walls of th the new gymnasium. Community support MARCH 29 SATURDAY “That’s just a sign of the community support we get at Kennett High School,” said Mello. “A lot of people do MORNING AUCTION 10 AM a lot of things.” He noted that businesses and residents had helped to buy new uniforms ROUTE 16 OSSIPEE, NH for the basketball teams as well this past winter through fundraising and dona- Previews Friday, March 28th, 11 AM - 2 PM & March 29th, 8 AM tions. The winter season went well for most of the Kennett teams, with the alpine GO TO: WWW.WALLACEAUCTIONS.COM boys and girls winning state titles and For over 100 photos. the hockey and ski jumping teams finishing as runners-up in their respective Featuring a 19th century White Mountain Oil painting on canvas 17x31” a view from the Saco River in gold period divisions. frame., Oil painting of Harbor signed J. Greenleaf 11x15”, Oil painting landscape signed Bernard Corey 11x14”, Small Mello also thanked the JV and assis- 19th century portrait of a child, Many other art works, Scotch Gamekeeper engraving, Old books, Antique quilts, tant coaches who were in attendance, including Bobby Strong (freshmen Sterling Silver, Cut glass, Marble top table, Mahogany letter desk with inlay, Mahogany boys’ hoops), Ryan Sommer (JV boys’ vanity desk, Mahogany round table with pedestal base, President Van Buren and James hoops), Eddie Bradley (alpine skiing), Polk documents, Early London ships sextant/octant ? in wood case, Early nautical spot- Tim Connifey (hockey), Aimee Gagnon ting scope, Early ships compass in wooden box, Steamship spot light in brass, Val St. (freshmen girls’ hoops), Kerry Brady Lambert vase, Porcelain items, Samurai sword, Signed Hampshire pottery vase in matt (JV girls’ hoops), Scott Lajoie (cross- country skiing) and Kathleen green, Estate Victorian vintage clothes lot Murdough (indoor track). includes dresses, under clothes, petticoats, First on the agenda for the evening Shawls, Bodices, Bonnets, Children items was the Ice Hockey Award. Mello and more. Oil lamps, Glass, Van Briggle vase, summed up the team’s successful season, Bronze figure of fisherman, Platform rocker, which ended with a trip to the Division Spool leg table, Yellow ware bowls, Royal III finals and a tough loss to Souhegan in the final game. Doulton figurines, Two top hats, Antique “They were a fantastic representative shaving mirror, Two pastel fruit still lifes, of Kennett High School,” he said, also Antique two color slag glass table lamp, Tin plate toy fire engine and other praising the fans who made the long trip toys, Posters, Bottle lot, NY Woman magazines, Soapstone carving, Bronze boat rudder. Tray lots of estate mer- to Manchester for the finals and easily chandise. Ornate frame, Texaco porcelain sign, Early leather parade helmet… outnumbered the Souhegan fans on the other side of the ice. Buyers Premium Charged Coach Mike Lane, in his first year at the helm, earned praise for his work, as 1-603-539-5276 did longtime assistant Peter Hall. “This guy has been a real soldier SEVERE STORM- SALE GOES TO 4/5 AT 10 AM CALL IF IN DOUBT since day one,” said Mello about Hall, who has served the team since its first ABSENTEE BIDS WITHOUT VIEWING MUST SIGN A WAIVER 12 HOURS BEFORE START. days as a varsity program. NO GUARANTEES TO AGE, HISTORY, SIGNATURES, CONDITION, DESCRIPTIONS GIVEN. However, Lane and Hall were both unable to make the awards ceremony, so WE KEEP REGULAR HOURS-MONDAY THRU FRIDAY 8:30 AM TO 3 PM Connifey stepped to the microphone to present his team’s award. THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS “The hockey program had some success this year and the athletes represent- ed themselves very well,” the Bartlett Gary R. Wallace Auctioneers police chief said. Directions: See web site for maps • www.wallaceauctions.com He then presented the Ice Hockey Award to seniors Brad Hauser and Mike We are directly on Route 16 in Ossipee, NH, Skelton. just north of Route 28. One hour north of Portsmouth, NH Connifey then presented the Division III runners-up plaque to NH 2735 Tel - 1-603-539-5276 Mello, a portion of the program that Mello considers his favorite part. Serving all of New England Email - [email protected] For boys’ basketball, it was a new

SEE WEB WWW.WALLACEAUCTIONS.COM AWARDS continues Page B12

Page B8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Cranmore scene of After a 17-1 season Eastern High Championships Kennett hockey players N.H. boys, girls come out on top named to All-State teams By Joshua Spaulding Haynes finished 83rd with a time of By Joshua Spaulding ey player in the days before the sport Sports Editor 2:03.15 after a tough first run. Sports Editor went varsity, was named the Division III NORTH CONWAY — The best of The athletes returned to the slopes CONWAY — After a season that saw Coach of the Year. Lane, along with the best high school skiers from the on Sunday, March 16, for the giant the Kennett High School hockey team assistants Peter Hall and Tim Connifey, northeast descended upon North slalom, where the girls were able to get finish at 17-1 and advance to the returned the Eagles to the Division III Conway’s Cranmore Mountain Resort two runs, but the boys only completed Division III finals, where they lost an finals for the first time since 2004. It was March 15 and 16 for the Eastern High one run. overtime thriller to the defending the Eagles’ third appearance in the final School Championships. For the girls, Shannon had a fantas- champs from Souhegan, a number of game. ▲ And when the dust (or the snow) had tic day and came home fourth overall in players stood out on the ice. settled, a number of local athletes were 1:45.05. With the season over, the hockey among the top finishers. Tidd placed sixth overall in a time of coaches from around the state have The skiers skied slalom on Saturday, 1:45.34 for her two runs. voted on the All-State teams and a num- March 15, with everyone getting in two Kalled finished ninth in 1:45.63, fol- ber of Kennett skaters were named. runs. For the girls, Kingswood junior lowed closely by Flynn, who finished Senior forward Mike Skelton and Jessica Kalled was the top local finisher, 10th in a time of 1:45.73. sophomore goalie Ricky Gaudreau were taking third place overall in a combined Kennett’s Cassidy Van Deursen was named to the Division III First Team, time of 1:44.63, finishing behind 19th overall with her combined time of along with Ryan White of Con-Val, Plymouth’s Kia Mosenthal and Margot 1:47.34 to round out the local high Paul Caso of Souhegan, Frank Davis of at the Red Carriage Commons Benedict of Vermont. school girls. Somersworth and Kyle Laliberte of Kennett freshman Amber On the boys’ side, Murphy again was Laconia. McPherson came home eighth overall the top local boy, taking 37th place Junior defenseman George Weigold with her combined time of 1:47.63, with his time of 52.96 for the one run. was named to the Division II second while teammate Maggie Flynn was Leich was 53rd overall in a time of team, along with Conor Bates of 11th in a time of 1:48.14. 54.12 and Haynes finished 82nd with a Laconia, Bryan Hogan of Somersworth, Kennett’s Molly Shannon had a time of 59.52 for the single run. Carter Tripp of Belmont-Gilford, Ben great first run of 54.89, but a tough sec- All told, the New Hampshire boys Rafferty of Souhegan and Nate Downer ond run gave her an overall time of and girls both came out on top in the — the Souhegan goalie who put up 2:14.24, placing her 86th overall. competition and Kalled was third over- close to 40 saves against the Eagles in For the boys, Kennett’s Brendan all in the combined scoring for the two the Division III finals. Murphy was the top local finisher, as he events for the girls. Senior forward Brad Hauser was raced to a 15th place finish in the Complete results from the Eastern named to the Division III Honorable slalom with a combined time of High School Championships can be Mention squad, along with Kevin 1:39.17. Teammate Alex Leich was found online at www.nhalpine.org. ▲ Canney of Somersworth, Adam 27th overall in 1:43.32, while Hunter Mendenhall of Souhegan, Doug Turnbull of Pembroke, Garrett Ball of Claudia Pfueger Monadnock and Andrew Wilkins of Let the races begin Laconia. The best place to shop in Additionally, first-year Kennett head Spring into Spring 5K begin series coach Mike Lane, a former Eagle hock- Mount Washington Valley for

The eighth annual Spring Into certificates for age group winners. handcrafted, functional Spring 5K Road Race is scheduled for Entry forms are currently available at NURSING EDUCATION Sunday, April 20, starting at the Pine the Pine Tree School and may be and decorative art. Tree School in Center Conway. The received via e-mail from race director LPN- Classes starting Pine Tree fifth grade class is hosting this Steve Dowling at [email protected] or at in April 2008 at the event as a fundraiser for its 2009 one- www.whitemountainmilers.com. Showcasing Over week Stone Environmental School trip. This is the first of a series of races Glencliff Home for the Elderly. The race for runners and walkers of held in the Mount Washington Valley Limited enrollment – 100 Artisans in an all ages and abilities will start promptly this spring. It is followed by the April reserve your spot today! at noon with registration taking place 27th 5-mile Mud, Muck and Moose trail exquisitely renovated the day of the race at 10:45 a.m. The run in Bartlett, a 5K Black Fly in LPN – INSTRUCTORS WANTED race is open to everyone from first- Fryeburg in May, a May 18 women’s 5- historic barn timers to those looking for a personal mile Get a Running Start race in North CareMed Educational Services best. Conway, and the 10K race in Jackson on Open Daily 10am to 5pm In addition to an extremely fast out- June 7. 1-888-20NURSE (68773) and-back course, the race features a All these races and more are posted www.caremednurse.com Rt 16 • 1 Mile North of N. Conway Village post-race barbecue by Fandangle’s on the White Mountain Milers web site, 603-356-6546 ▲ Restaurant, a 50-50 raffle and award www.whitemountainmilers.com. BE A HERO, BECOME A NURSE! WhiteMountainArtisansGallery.com

Photography • Painting Sculpture • Pottery Fine Country & Local & National Artists Primitive Wares 18th-& 19th-Century Reproduction Furniture Period Lighting, Folk Art, Redware, Seasonal Florals, Gifts and Antiques 518 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, NH (1/2 mile South of Kingswood High School)

Tuckerman’s Ravine 12” X 15” 603-569-6613 Watercolor by S. Chase Early Spring Hours: JACKSON FALLS MARKETPLACE Next to the post office in Jackson Village Thurs- Sat 9:30-5, Sun 10-4 OPEN DAILY • 603-383-9441 Mon-Wed by Appointment or by Chance Knowledge gives society the power to advance. Pick up a newspaper.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B9 Resort Report

There are good eggs and then there are REALLY good eggs To make the scene in the Ravine By PG Case the day trip up the two-and-a-half-mile curious thing is that you will ski it per- which goes by tradition to the oldest TUCKERMAN RAVINE IS TO fire trail to hang out at the HoJo’s before fectly when you come to it, for if not, person in the New England towns the serious skier what Milano is to opera climbing up into the bowl and then on you will not ski it at all. Rather, you will where the cane still exists. Harry buffs and what Hill Top is to steak up past the lunch rocks and above the lip take a much bumpier ride on your back- Thompson was awarded the coveted lovers. Before extreme skiing, there was for the thrillingest ride most will ever side that, if you survive it, will be some- cane at Town Meeting a couple of weeks the Inferno; before Greg Plaque came know. thing you remember for the rest of your ago. Harry, a Native American, served Toni Matt and Brooks Dodge; before A trip over the lip in the best possible life. If you survive it well enough to go in WWII with the 10th Mountain that, in 1899, Dr. Wiskott of Germany conditions (tons of snow) is like no ski- back up and try again and this time keep Division in Italy and has lived in was the first that we know of to lay hick- ing that is available by any lifts. It is a on your feet, that will be what stays with Tamworth for most of his longish life. ory on snow on the Wash. 45-degree angle (you’re at a 90- degree you for your lifetime. He is now 98 and when he was called at Soon, thousands of skiers will make angle standing straight up) and the most Until 1971 there was a tradition of his home to apprise him of the prize, he spending the weekend in one of the 10 was out shoveling snow. lean-tos that were near the warming hut, or you might be in a tent that you A good egg would have packed up with your extra There was a discussion recently at clothes, sleeping bag, stove, food, booze the Other Store in Tamworth Village and skis. The best situation was a couple (where the elite meet to swap gossip) of days skiing in the sun with friends about the proper way to cook eggs. and partying under the stars or hanging Jack, the chef d’oeuf, agreed with the in the warming hut with a couple of gui- once was omelette king that the key to tars going and a commanding sense of cooking any egg, except the omelette camaraderie. (and we spell it the French way so that The second worst sitch was pouring the final “t” is pronounced) is to cook it down 40 degree rain. Enough so skiing s l o w l y. If you are frying an egg sunny was out, your clothes and sleeping gear side, we say that you break the egg into were soaked and there was no room left your buttered pan and leave it on the in the warming hut. The fruitless trip lowest heat until it looks perfect, say, down was a total bummer, man. But the after five minutes or so. You decide. For very worst alternative was being carried perfect bright yellow yokes in a hard down on a litter by four “volunteers” “cooked” (not “boiled”) egg, put it, or with your leg wrapped in a splint, but them, in cold water to cover and just as not really set, over the rocky 2.4 mile the water comes to the boil remove terrain to the bottom. from heat and set the timer for 12 min- That was then and this is now. The utes. To soft cook, do everything the only two things different are: no warm- same but only leave them in four or five ing hut and no tenting. The only thing minutes or however hard or soft you you need to know is: it’s worth it. want the yolks to be. For velvety soft scrambles, cook over a low heat and stir The Boston Post cane constantly till your arm cramps and the Don’t any of you more senior Senior desired amount of doneness is achieved. Citizens down t’ Tamworth hold your If you don’t have time for all this, go see breath waiting to get the Boston Cane, Jack.

A really good egg Herb Damon died. Herb was a favorite of practically every one he met (except Tommy Metz). He was a deco- rated naval officer in WWII, had a forestry degree from Yale, entrepre- neured all over the place and for many lucky students in this Valley, he was a middle school science teacher at Kennett. He was married to Nurse Peggy, who was at Memorial forever The Ear on vacation in Switzerland. A group of Attitash faithful were spotted hav- and who preceded him slightly in age ing lunch, and enjoying their Mt. Ear, at 10,000 feet at the Piz Gloria restaurant atop and death. the Schilthorn during a recent skiing trip to the Bernese Oberland in Switzerland. From Herb was a delightfully funny man left to right: John Dinn, Cheryl Bernheisel, Virgil Abbott, Judy Allen, and Tony DeLuca. whose cynical sense of humor won him Also present, but shadowed in the original photo, were Melissa Rae and Chris Halecki. many friends and maybe most especially (Resort Report Travel Photo) the large gaggle of nieces and nephews. He was 90 and was having lunch with his younger daughter Susie over in New London. The phone rang and it was the McCain campaign calling to ON interrupt Herb’s midday repast in the SALE! Tamworth’s oldest citizen, Harry hopes of a possible vote. Herb listened Thompson (above), 98, received the for a few seconds and with characteristic Did you know? Boston Post Cane at Town Meeting on calm screamed: “go to @##$%^ March 12. Harry, a Native American, you**&$%#@*!!!” Having been in mor- Jen’s Friends is currently supporting served in WWII with the 10th Mountain tal combat Herb was not too fond of Division in Italy and has lived in those he considered warmongers, Susie 28 local cancer patients. Tamworth for most of his life. knew. After she left, he fell peacefully (PG Case Photo) asleep, forever. ▲ Help your neighbor, your friend, your co-worker... 5 messages to choose from Your choice of 5 inspirational charms on a unisex leather Fa it h , necklace just $35, with all proceeds Hope, to benefit your friends and Courage, neighbors through Jen’s Friends. Believe Wear a Jen’s Friends Amulet as a & Strength. symbol of support and help a local! The Jen’s Friends Amulet may be purchased at the following business locations: The Met, Spruce Hurricane, The Mountain Ear, Langdon’s Mercantile, North Country Fair Jewelers, The Memorial Hospital, Old Village Barbershop and Old Village Soaps & Sundries or call Jen’s Friends at 603-356-5083 our environment

Page B10 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 On the Rockpile

Windiest day of the season, March 21 The week’s been a beauty but ... that wind!

By Mike Finnegan THE WEEK HERE STARTED On Tuesday, March 18, high pressure moderated a bit, but remained near or Weather Observer off with much the same weather as we built over the region, providing clear above hurricane force, with tempera- Mt. Washington Observatory seem to be closing with – just beautiful. skies, low winds, and 120 mile visibility. tures just above zero, resulting in a wind As the high slid east, a low pres- chill advisory. High pressure had Hayes Wind Chart from March sure system moved in from the moved into the region and we felt for 21, 2008 — 149 MPH Ohio River Valley, dragging with the first time this week the rays of the peak gust! it a warm front. This brought sun on our faces as it poked its head (Mt. Washington snow initially to the summits, but above the horizon. The summit moved Observatory eventually changed over to sleet in and out of the clouds Monday due to Photo) and freezing rain, then to rain for a weak trough approaching from the much of the night. This dropped west. The morning began with a cap our snow depth totals, but we did cloud settled over the summit for a cou- pick up nearly an inch of snow ple hours, eventually descending onto once the low dragged a cold front the summit. Now it is Tuesday with across the region, changing pre- winds 6 mph and 100 mile visibility. It’s cipitation back to snow. humorous to think just a few days ago Friday brought us the major winds were 140 mph greater. What a event of the week, and so far this difference a few days can make. ▲ winter! As the low that brought us the precipitation Thursday moved into the Canadian Maritimes, its movement northeast was blocked by an upper level ridge located WEATHER northeast of the Canadian Maritimes. This caused it to stall MT. WASHINGTON and deeply intensify. This, com- OBSERVATORY bined with a weak high pressure system approaching from the Compiled by Observatory Staff west, caused winds to skyrocket. Date High Low Prec. Snow The unofficial peak wind speed Mar. 18 23 10 — — of the day was recorded at 148.5 19 34 6 0.42” 1.20” mph, with an average wind speed 20 36 1 0.23” 0.90” of 104.3 mph. This makes it the 21 2 -10 0.12” 0.70” second windiest day in the 22 4 -11 — — Sherman Adams building, and is 23 0 -10 — — by far the windiest day we have 24 9 -5 0.05” 0.40” experienced yet this winter. Highest recorded wind gust,Mar. 21, Saturday and Sunday winds 149 miles per hour out of the West.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B11 Sports Highlights

honor of longtime coach Bob Russell, Awards who continues to be a presence in the area with his work on Valley Vision’s Continued from Page B8 broadcasts of Eagle hoop games. beginning as the Eagles moved into “If you saw him coach or saw his their new gym. teams play, you know the things he “There was lots of excitement in this stood for,” said Ames. The award is gym this winter,” said Mello as he intro- given for dedication to basketball, duced head coach Steve Coté. sportsmanship, leadership and enthusi- The second-year hoop coach then asm, and Ames gave the award to seniors congratulated the ski and hockey pro- Makenzie Keene, Alicia Morrison and grams for their fantastic seasons. Kaycee Smith. “We work hard every day to try to Mello also offered a few words of emulate the success of those programs,” praise for Russell. he said. “Someday I hope to deliver “He’s one of the jewels of the valley,” some hardware to Mr. Mello.” said Mello. “He’s really a great piece of Coté also thanked trainer Andy Kennett tradition.” Trowbridge for his hard work before Speaking of jewels of the valley, presenting the Karl Seidenstuecker Mello introduced the Kennett ski team Alpine Ski Coach Laurel Smith presents athletic director Steve Mello with the two cham- Basketball Award, given for exceptional coach, Chuck Broomhall. pionship plaques her teams won this season. (Joshua Spaulding Photo) play and sportsmanship on the basket- “One of the great jewels of the valley ball court and leadership and citizenship is the immortal Chuck Broomhall,” said Arran Dindorf and Harrison Gill. ly use the track in the winter, when the in the community, to junior Ian White. Mello. “He is the captain of the overall Mello noted that when the alpine snow melts they will be ready to go He also notified the crowd that Kennett ski machine, he is the guy who coaching position opened up after last thanks to a winter of competing and White had earned a spot on the Class I makes it go.” season, there was a lot of thinking about training. Honorable Mention All-State team. Broomhall presented the Damon who was going to take the reins of the Mello thanked the coaching staff, led Mello praised the girls’ basketball O’Neal Award in honor of O’Neal, who very successful program. by longtime track coach Bernie team for their heart and intensity in the eyes of family and friends, was a “The Kennett ski program is a real Livingston, who all worked on a volun- throughout the season. true champion. Senior alpine skiers Cadillac,” said Mello. “We thought long teer basis and gave up incredible “They walk the difficult bridge Parker Haynes, Kelsey Powers, Ben and hard about who was going to drive amounts of their own time. between being aggressive and being fan- Cargill and Ali Hoyt were the recipients. the Cadillac. Livingston presented the Track and tastic young ladies with a lot of class,” he He then presented the Charles “It was clear that Laurel Smith is a Field Award to members of the team, said. Broomhall Nordic Award for improve- person of high character who appreci- who on the field and in the school, show Coach Peter Ames stepped forward ment, commitment and loyalty to skiing ates the tradition of Kennett skiing,” he loyalty to Kennett High School, citizen- to present the Russ Award, named in at Kennett High School to Hanna Lucy, continued. ship and sportsmanship, both as follow- Smith thanked all the parents who ers and leaders. The winners were made the program click this year and Dustin O’Reilly, Jillian Doyle and presented Mello with the championship Michaela Pugh. plaques for the boys’ and girls’ alpine The spring sports season began in teams. earnest just a day before the winter The final team on the agenda was a sports awards were held, but actual new addition, the indoor track team. games could be delayed thanks to “Everybody in the community is real- Mother Nature’s bountiful snow cover ly excited about our new facility,” said that helped to make the ski season such Mello. And while the team couldn’t real- a success. ▲

Assistant Hockey Coach Tim Connifey presented Athletic Director Steve Mello with the Division III runner-up plaque that the hockey team earned this season. (Joshua Spaulding Photo)

Cherry Pond Designs Fine Furniture... forever

Valley Vision hockey play-by-play announcer Rick West poses with some of the members of the hockey team that appreciated his work over the course of the season during the annual winter sports awards last week. (Joshua Spaulding Photo) CARRIAGESpa HOUSE

AT THE C HRISTMAS F ARM I NN Treat yoShop.ur bod Spa.y to a Aaaaaah.relaxing massage after Repeata hard d asay needed.on the slopes! Choose from a myriad of massage, hot stone and spa treatments, along with Furniture Showroom manicures, pedicures, facials and more. Gift certificates available, too! Monday thru Friday, 10am-5pm www.christmasfarminn.com 716 Meadows Rd (Rte. 115A), Jefferson, NH, 800-643-7384 RESERVATIONSwww.christmasfarminn.com 603-383-4313 • RESERVAT • [email protected] 603-383-4313

Page B12 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 North Country Notebook Frost heaves are not for the faint-hearted By John Harrigan and advent of snow fleas remind me that FROST HEAVES ARE A WAY OF it’s time to dig it out. life in, well, regions that have frost, at So a couple of weeks ago I did just least the kind of frost that drives as deep that, using the tractor and bucket-loader as a well-driven post. to excavate the worst and finishing up In climes further south by now the by shovel. The old girl started up just frost heaves have pretty much gone out fine and clawed to freedom under her of the roads, but in New Hampshire own power, although I had tractor and from Winnipesaukee north they’re still chain at the ready. much in evidence. In the northern two- That make of F150 came with two thirds of the state you can pretty much gas tanks, front and rear, and after put- figure frost-heave season running from ting more air into the tires I drove town meeting to black flies. downtown and had both tanks filled. In Some of the state’s older highways are the intervening couple of weeks the legendary for their frost heaves. truck and I have been hither and yon. Stretches of Route 110 from Hanover The other day I had 60 bucks burn- on up to Lisbon have some doozies. ing a hole in my pocket, just enough to Route 16 north of Berlin has several fill one tank and half of the other, but stretches of frost heaves that force 18- when we got to the front tank a fellow wheelers to a crawl and practically have Driver (left) checks battered F150 (right) for missing gas tank (not shown). truck driver shouted “Whoa!” and truckers in armed revolt. Route 113 (Photo courtesy Karen Harrigan) pointed to the pavement, now sporting a along the Big Lake’s northern periphery pool of gasoline big enough to grow gas-tolerant trout. has some world-class humps and hol- One of the hallmarks of the advent of ••••• The front gas tank was gone, as in lows. frost-heave season is the posting of I have two trucks, one a deadly seri- “just plain gone,” with only a strap- And my all-time favorite description weight-bans on various highways and ous newer 2003 model and the other a hanger to denote that it was ever there of a frost heave came from Bath’s Robert byways. This is called banning the roads, technical antique — an ’88 purchased at all. Cope, who called one just up the road but of course it long ago crept into the new but which now has something over And it is testimony to the fine vigor toward Monroe as “a real jaw-dropper.” vernacular as “banding” the roads. 260,000 miles on it. It now sports farm and character of North Country frost When I was running the Coös So each spring I would run this clas- plates, because it’s used mainly for farm heaves that exactly when the truck and County Democrat, one of my several sified: stuff, hauling the likes of fence posts and the tank parted company remains a depraved-humor indulgences was run- “Would whoever borrowed the hay. mystery. ▲ ning bogus classified ads. There were a town’s road-banding machine, plus the At the end of fall I take it off the road, John Harrigan’s address: Box 39, couple of phony ones in there each extra bands, please return them so we and it reposes in an ever-deepening Colebrook 03576 E-mail: hooligan@ week. For example, I once put my new- can get the roads banded for spring--- snowbank beside the hay barn all winter ncia.net born daughter up for sale (there were a Signed, the selectmen.” long, until late winter’s lengthening sun couple of serious takers).

Gardening

All Things Growing Select vegetables that you really like to eat By Karla Ficker for your home. WHEN PICKING VEGETABLE “Though I do not believe that a plant seeds for your garden, you’ll want to will spring up where no seed has been, Editor’s Note: Karla Ficker is the pro- consider several things. How long do ducer of the annual Fryeburg Home, they take to harvest? Are they resistant I have great faith in a seed. Convince me Garden and Flower Show at Fryeburg to diseases and pests in our area? Will that you have a seed there, and I am Fairgrounds on May 16 through 18 and is they grow well and flourish in our cli- also the co-host of “All Things Growing,” mate? prepared to expect wonders.” a local access television gardening show Probably the most important consid- — Henry David Thoreau aired on Channel 3’s Valley Vision and eration is what vegetables do you most other local access TV stations in NH and enjoy eating? holes in the leaves. can be beneficial to combine your Maine. Ficker is also a life-long gardener. Some vegetables are easy to grow, If you decide to plant seeds directly in cutting garden with the vegetables, Got any tips for great gardening? You such as tomatoes, carrots, lettuce, zuc- your flower garden instead of purchas- as the flowers can do double duty can email Karla at karla@dicksonand chini, peas, beans and broccoli. Other ing seedlings, just remember that they as lures for pollination and cut flowers mcgonigle.com vegetables can be more involved, such as will need extra attention to watering and corn, which requires a lot of room for a sunlight until they germinate and begin small harvest, and asparagus, which sprouting up from the ground. requires waiting a couple of years for the One thing you may want to consider BEAUTIFUL NEW COORDINATING first harvest. Also, be careful to avoid is inter-planting your vegetables, flowers combining certain vegetables with one and herbs. There are some very practical Stainmaster another that will inhibit growth, such as benefits that can be reaped from adding broccoli and tomatoes, beans and certain flowers and herbs to your veg- Nylon Patterned onions, or carrots and dill. etable garden. In fact, the original cot- Adding flowers to your garden is a tage garden style resulted from combin- Area Rugs, very rewarding experience. If you are a ing flowers, herbs and vegetables in one new gardener, you may want to consider garden space. purchasing seedlings from a nursery or One of the benefits of inter-planting Runners and home and garden store as opposed to is the attraction of beneficial insects to growing flowers from the seed itself. the garden such as ladybugs, ground Broadloom Carpet Annuals are popular choices and the beetles and wasps. most common type of flower. Choose a Herbs such as dill, parsley and Carpet a whole room or dress up your hardwood mixture of annuals that grow through- coriander also help attract beneficial out the season so that you will have a insects that will also help control other floors with an area rug or runner! bright and colorful garden throughout insects that may damage the vegetables. the entire growing season. Once you’ve Another benefit of inter-planting is Stop in today! chosen your annuals, make sure that the increased pollination. If you inter-plant seedlings are healthy and that the roots flowers in shades of white, blue or are fully covered in the bottom of the yellow, they will attract bees to your pot. Also make sure that there are no garden. parasites on the seedlings and that the Good choices of flowers include sun- green sprouts are strong without any flowers, zinnias and larkspur. Lastly, it

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B13 Nooks & Crannies Exploring at the foot of the ledges Snowshoeing to Baldface Shelter

From the first sloping ledge above the Baldface Shelter snowshoers can enjoy a view north to the mountains around Evans Notch. The trek to this point on the south loop of the Baldface Circle Trail is a moderate 5.2 miles round trip. Above here the trail becomes very steep and is not recommended for snowshoeing. (Steve Smith/Mountain Ear Photo)

By Steve Smith ON A BRIGHT, WARM DAY IN late March, the open woods and sunny ledges on the south side of Evans Notch beckon. On such a day last week I decided to do some snowshoeing on the trails of the Baldfaces. After a herky-jerky journey over the axle-eating frost heaves on the last few miles of Route 113, I pulled into the Baldface trailhead lot and parked amidst towering snowbanks. Hiking alone and having seen no recent trail condition reports, I knew I would have to take whatever the snow conditions gave me. If Charles Brook was crossable, the first choice was to go up the north Baldface Circle Trail and Bicknell Ridge Trail to the top of the ridge and possi- bly, conditions permitting, climb all the way to the remote, alluring summit of On a brilliant March day a snowy ledge next to the Baldface Shelter provides a look up to the open alpine slopes of South Baldface. North Baldface. The backup plan was (Steve Smith/Mountain Ear Photo) for an easier trek up the south Baldface Circle Trail to the Baldface Shelter, at and stay on the well-used south loop of Circle Trail summary.) parlance, it was a “scrappy” little 2,200- the foot of the steep ledges, where I Baldface Circle. After a lunch break on the dry shelter foot peak. The viewpoint was worth the could poke around the lower slabs and This proved to be a very pleasant floor, I explored some sloping snowy trouble. From close up the open white relax in the sun. snowshoe route. It ascended moderately ledges a few yards to the south. The base slopes of South Baldface and Baldface The first 0.7 mile to the loop junc- through hemlocks at first, then turned layer of snow on the ledges was rock- Knob had an imposing alpine look that tion was hardpacked and fast walking. right on an old woods road and followed solid, with two inches of sticky wet snow belied their low elevation. Here the solid track went left on the it up a broad hardwood ridge. I skipped on top, which made for clumpy snow- After a tussle with the dense spruces south loop. Ahead, the north loop had the side loop to Chandler Gorge, as I shoeing. The views were interesting — coming back down off the knoll, I poked not been traveled in some time. I tested was anxious to get up to the ledges. east and down over the Cold River val- around in a beautiful hardwood forest at it out up to the brook crossing, which, The strong March sun poured into ley, west and up to the great snowy the foot of the ledges. The open woods as it turned out, would have been the forest, giving it that maple sap time expanse of the South Baldface ledges. and firm late winter snowpack made it doable. But the snow conditions were of year feeling. It was quiet, very quiet Then I followed the Circle Trail up easy to wander at will. Some of the big, funky: an uneven surface with an inter- amidst the bare trees, the only sounds behind the shelter. In a couple minutes weathered yellow birches in there mittently breakable crust. the drumming of a woodpecker and the of climbing it reached an “Alpine Zone” looked very old. Three miles of this awkward snow- crunching of my snowshoes. sign and the first open slab. I snowshoed I took a final peek at the views near shoeing up to the ridge had no appeal. At about 1,600 feet of elevation the up the left edge of this moderately steep the shelter before making the easy Back to the loop junction I went, and up woods became brushy where under- ledge and stopped there. Above this snowshoe descent back to the car. the well-packed south loop. growth has proliferated in the wake of point the trail is extremely steep and The trek to the Baldface Shelter and A short distance farther another the 1998 ice storm. Due to the three- exposed and is beyond my comfort level the first ledge just above is 5.2 miles choice presented itself. An old, smooth foot snow depth, for the last half-mile to in winter. round trip, with 1,700 feet of elevation and fairly firm snowshoe track veered the shelter many shrub and sapling I fashioned a seat from my pack and gain. The Baldface Circle trailhead off left on the Slippery Brook Trail. branches hung over the trail. On this basked in the sun while admiring the Route 113 in North Chatham is plowed; Hmmmm...... maybe I could take the beautiful day they were only a minor view northeast to the mountains around the trail starts atop a snowbank 200 feet long route to South Baldface. Question annoyance. Evans Notch: Meader, the Royces, north up the road. It’s a good half-day was, had these snowshoers gone to It took about two hours to cover the Caribou and the sprawling Speckled. snowshoe trip of only moderate difficul- South Baldface, or to Eastman 2.5 miles up to the open, well-kept Rising prominently nearby was a ty, with no major brook crossings, and, Mountain, or just a mile up the trail to shelter, which nestles in a grove of darkly wooded knob called “Spruce barring a huge thaw, there should be camp somewhere? old gnarled red maples. (A correction Knoll” in the AMC guide. A snowy snow there for a while. Good traction I thought of the classic Clint here for the text in your "AMC ledge on its flank promised an unusual footgear will be needed to enjoy the Eastwood line from Dirty Harry: “Do I White Mountain Guide": the elevation view up to the South Baldface slabs. ledges near the shelter if they become feel lucky? Well, do ya, punk?” This of the shelter is 2,130 feet, not The bushwhack to Spruce Knoll was crusty or icy — use caution. ▲ punk decided to go with the sure thing 1,950 feet as stated in the Baldface short but very thick. In bushwhacker's

Page B14 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 Town-to-Town CLASSIFIEDS HOME OF THE JUMBO AD WHICH WILL TAKE YOUR MESSAGE TO LOYAL READERS IN ELEVEN WEEKLY PAPERS! FOR QUICK PLACEMENT OF Town-to-Town Online: YOUR AD IN THE NEXT 1-877-766-6891 www.nhjumbo.com ISSUE DIAL TOLL FREE OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY - FRIDAY 7:00AM - 4:OOPM

General Service 200 Business & Work Options General Help Wanted Pet Care Coins & Stamps BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND.THE The Nature Conservancy - Stewardship Do You Need Financial Help with Highest Thank You HOME EMPLOYMENT DIRECTORY. & Ecological Field Assistant, Northern spaying or altering of your dog or cat? MAKE EXTRA CASH IN YOUR SPARE NH Call 603-224-1361 before 2 pm. $$ Prices $$ Thank TIME. NO SELLING. HOME Full-time position will support TNC's Misc. For Sale Paid you ASSEMBLY ONLY. THE BEST PART? NO GAS OR DAYCARE EXPENSE. preserves and conservation easements FURNITURE Do not sell until you have checked our for browsing SEND A ONE TIME FEE OF $33.00 May-October in Mt Washington Valley & buy prices. Buying all US and foreign The Town To Town DIRECTORY+SH TO R&R AT HOME Northern NH Forest areas. Duties may WAREHOUSE copper, gold and silver coins. Buying Classifieds PO BOX 5084 GREENE,RI 02827. include: monitor & maintain trails and estate jewelry, damaged jewelry, of boundaries; Monitor easements; Prepare AND BARGAIN BARN dental gold, sterling silver. The FOR RENT in Melvin Village, easement baseline reports; Support 486 RTE 25 Free oral appraisals. commercial auto repair shop. Previous prescribed burning & other ecological North Country Coins, MountainEAR owner retired after 20 years at this management activities; Maintain (TENNEY MTN HWY) signage & kiosks; Use/maintain tools & Publication Rates location. 4 vehicle capacity w/lift. PLYMOUTH NH Main Street, Included meticulous 3 bedroom house equipment; Invasive species control; Coordinate volunteer trail days; Collect Plymouth, NH. 30 words adjacent to shop. 603-569-6843 or 1- March madness! data related to ecological monitoring & $10-1 Week 800-366-3659. hotel MATTRESS sets 603-536-2625 inventory; Document work. REQUIRES: $15-2 Weeks TO SELL OR BUY $30-4 Weeks HS diploma & 1-2 years related $175-$295 a business in Hobbies & Collectors Ask about The Great North experience. Send resume, cover letter to Memory foam or thick Woods Combo! New Hampshire, [email protected] or The Nature Pfaltzcraft Yorktowne Call Our contact NH Conservancy, 22 Bridge Street, 4th pillowtop, $399-$699 Classified Call Center Business Sales. Stoneware for Sale Floor, Concord, NH 03301. EOE. Job LIVING ROOM sofa & Mon-Fri Experts in their field Description at www.nature.org/careers. 8:30-4:00 since 1976. No calls Please. love $899, Looking for the oldest pottery maker 603-279-5561 in the United States? Look no 1-877-766-6891 6pc BEDROOM $999! or place online www.nhbizsales.com farther than York, Pennsylvania where the Pfaltzgraff Company salmonpress.com HOT TUB with cover General Help Wanted Part-Time Help Wanted began producing salt-glazed Applications being taken for person Seasonal Employment $2950! stoneware in the early 1800’s. wanting to learn a trade. on the White Mountain POOL TABLE, Non-Profit Events to Support Construction or mechanical knowledge National Forest 4 soup/salad bowls helpful, hand tools needed, heavy lifting A seasonal position working out of our all accessories, all slate, 2 small bowls 1 small plate and heights involved. Clean driving Bartlett, NH Facility for an Equipment $1195! 1 salt box Operator. ✚ history (5 yrs.) . Drug screening will be Dinette set $395! 2 wine cups required. Apply in person (no phone Must be able to operate a dump truck, 4 piece canister set with calls) to backhoe, front end loader, have a valid CALL KEN 455-6995 OR covers The American Northeast Glass Co. (since 1970) driver’s license and at least a State/DOT 6 custard cups 1161 Whitefield Rd (Rt. 116) CDL Class B license. ART 996-1555 Sugar (with cover) and creamer Red Cross Bethlehem, Nh For application information 1 trivet please visit: Old NH Fish and Game, ca. 1890, 3 piece condiment set with holder and The need Dairy Farm Position. Permanent/Full bearing laws, penalties and seasons on spoons 3 piece serving dish on turntable http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/ Potpourri burner (2 pieces) will continue. time. Duties include field work and barn white_mountain/employment/ moose, caribou, furbearers, fish, etc. chores. Some experience required. Must Wine bottle For blood and monetary donation Measures 12”x18”. May be seen at the 2 tiered serving dish have valid drivers license and information call: Coös County Democrat, 79 Main St., 4 napkin rings 1-800-262-2660 dependable transportation. Housing Medical & Dental Help Lancaster, NH. 3 piece scoop set available. Boscawen. 603-796-2893 Price, $4; if mailed, $8. Large salt and pepper set Wanted Call 603-788-4939 or email 6 saucers, 10 cups, 2 candlesticks Per-Diem SLP $75 per hour - [email protected] 1 small pitcher, 5 mugs, 7 dinner plates Lost & Founds 1 covered casserole, 1 large bowl 1 small bowl , 1 large low bowl Genesis Rehab Services is seeking a FT Barn/Garage/ Yard Sales 2 au gratin dishes, Teapot with cover Found Ads Network Operations Center SLP to add to our team in Franconia, 1 sloped-sided platter Are published Free of Charge. Technician: NH! PLEASE NOTE! 1 steep-sided platter 30 words for 1 week. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO HAVE A YARD Oil & Vinegar curettes 8 blue wine glasses (with pattern) Plymouth NH office has immediate full PRN SLP's can earn up to $75/hr! SALE Lost Ads time openings for the following Other PT and OT opportunities 8 large soup/pasta bowls positions: Desktop support with available in the area as well. Are Charged at our regular classified experience in Microsoft Windows Media Remember to place your Yard Sale rates. environment and WAN/LAN GRS offers a competitive Ad EARLY! Wanted To Buy networking support. Knowledge of compensation package, including a Call Toll free Cisco products a plus. Nights & well-developed mentoring program, The deadline for the Thursday Private Collector Mon-Fri weekends required. 4 or 5 day full health coverage, generous paid publications, before the weekend of schedule, benefits package included. time off, 401k w/employer your yard sale Buying Paintings 8:30-4:00 Qualified applicants will be trained. contribution, tuition reimbursement is by Cape Ann and White Mt. Artists 1-877-766-6891 and continuing education! MONDAY Champney, Shapleigh, Gruppe and Send all resumes to: Roberts Opportunities to grow into a clinical at 11:00 am Hibbard, etc. or go to Communications Network, LLC. , Att. instructor, student mentor or master Immediate payment salmonpress.com Kali Quinlan, 339 Main St. clinician in your field! made. Plymouth, NH 03264 or via e-mail: Fuel/Wood Send photos 24/7 [email protected]. For more information please contact PO Box 2180 Sheryl-Lynn Haddad at N.H.DEPT. of Agriculture weights & Wolfeboro, NH Businesses For Sale (603) 384-3917. Measures Law requires: that 03894 BUSINESS 4 SALE. Anzano's Pizzeria Want to earn $13.50/hour? cordwood (fire wood) must: [email protected] 550 Ferry St. Everett MA. Est. July 06. Sunflower Sales Pros, a national 1. Be sold by the cord or fraction of a call Tim @ 603-569-3510 Price includes business and equipment. staffing agency, is looking for cord; A great opportunity to have your own individuals to execute in-store Pets & Breeders 2. Contain 128 cubic feet per cord business. For sale by owners. Call:617- demonstrations in Hinsdale, when stacked; We’ll point you in 394-0990. Don't wait call now. Claremont, Plymouth, and West N.H. Law Requires that dogs and 3. Be accompanied by sales slip $65,000.00 Lebanon, NH. Must be able to cats... stating the amount of wood sold & the right direction. engage shoppers to demonstrate 1. Not be transferred the price. Business & Work Options products, promote brands and before 8 weeks old. 2. Have Vet’s health 1-877-FTC-HELP distribute samples and brochures. certificate within 14 days of Call the Federal Trade Commission before Excellent opportunity for those who transfer. Our Ads Get Results. embarking on a new business endeavor. This are seeking part-time weekend work! 3. Be inoculated. will protect you and allow you to proceed with If you would like to learn more or Call 1-877-766-6891 confidence. This message and number is This applies to all dogs & cats, provided by the Salmon Press Regional apply please contact Kim @ 800-768- mongrel orpurebred, gift of Classifieds and the FTC. 4650 ext: 18276. sale, planned or accidental litters. salmonpress.com

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B15 TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS

Real Estate Land/Lots Houses For Rent General Services Professional Services Our line $AVE ALTON Salmon classifieds are on the Press web and updated 3 BEDROOM THOUSAND$ has daily! EQUAL HOUSING 1.75 BATH OPPORTUNITY eleven salmonpress.com New Prices! 3 Story Cape with 1 car heated garage All real estate advertising in this & paved driveway in Rustic Shores is the place newspaper is subject to Association. Beach rights to newspapers to check our weekly The Federal Fair Housing Law Halfmoon Lake. $1,450.00/month in N.H. classifieds online! which makes it illegal plus utilities. Security deposit and More great coverage and information North County from the “to make, print or publish, or cause to references required. Call Chris 603- Ask about be made, printed, or published any Salmon Press Cabins 630-7682 or Emily 603-630-7762 to the all paper Town To Town notice, statement, or advertisement, schedule a viewing. with respect to the sale, or rental of a starting at $9,995 buy that Classifieds! dwelling that indicates any preference, includes Why place BEAUTIFUL MELVIN VILLAGE. Large limitation, or discrimination based on Detached Garages at your ads 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, unfinished the website race, color, religion, sex, handicap, $8,995 basement. 2-story Cape w/detached salmonpress.com anywhere else? familial status or ntaional origin, or an garage. Avail. Immediately. $1,300/mo. 4 weeks intention to make any such preference, 1-877-766-6891 603-569-6843 or 1-800-366-3659. limitation or discrimination.” BUILD $120.00!!!!! (The Fair Housing Act of YOUR OWN East Wakefield, NH. Waterfront w/ dock, 1-877-766-6891 Home Improvement 1968 at 42 U.S.C. 3604(c)) HOME WITH OUR 3BR 2BA on 1.2 acres. $950/month plus or visit us online and place utilities, 1 month security deposit. This paper will not knowingly accept any SUPER INSULATED your ad yourself advertising which is in violation of the PANELIZED HOME KITS Available for long-term lease. Call Hans POTTER law. Our readers are hereby 973-229-0458. 24/7 ELECTRIC LLC informed, that all dwellings advertised SIMPLE EFFINGHAM: 2 BR RANCH, W/1 CAR Deadline: in this newspaper are available on an GARAGE. Nice yard, great location. Mondays 11am equal opportunity basis. INSTALLATION Optional 1000 sq. ft. workshop also Affordable And To complain of avail. House only $1050, w/shop $1395. TREE WORK: Single trees to entire discrimination call HUD toll free at Financing Ref., Sec., No pets. 736-8333 Professional 1-800-669-9777. house lots; brush chipping; light For The Washington DC area, please call Available Intervale. Snowplowing Included. 2 trucking; odd jobs. Fully insured, Free HUD at 275-9200. The toll free Bedroom house, full basement, full attic, estimates. Call Gary 603-539-8438. · Commercial telephone number for the hearing w/d hookup, views. Credit, references & impaired is 1-800-927-9275. damage deposit required. $1,525/month. Professional Services · Residential 603-356-4899 You may also call AMERIPANEL Build equity faster than you ever · Service Work The New Hampshire North Conway: It's true. You can rent a thought possible - even in this market! Commission for Human Rights OF NH/VT 2BR & office bungalow with gorgeous Current on your mortgage and other at 603-271-2767, maple floors, new granite kitchen w/SS debt? Call for FREE mortgage Fully Insured or write appliances, built-in glass art, year-round acceleration plan - Mathew 603-369- Lic. #11696M The Commission at 1-888-711-7477 porch, delightful fenced courtyard, 3584. Wells Fargo Partner. 163 Loudon Road, flower gardens, pet door, lotsa storage, Concord, NH 03301 www.ameripanel.com and much more within walking distance 603-707-6827 Neither the publisher nor the to restaurants, medical facilities, and advertiser will be liable for John Fuller School. $1500/mo BULL’S EYE! misinformation, typographical errors, 1.75 ACRES ON Prudential Joy Tarbell Realty 603-356- etc. herein contained. The Publisher 7200 x21 Vehicles Wanted reserves the right to refuse any WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE advertising. LEVEL LOT WHY RENT??? Antique, classics, muscle cars. Pre-71, OWN YOUR OWN HOME! top $dollar$ cash paid. IN FRYEBURG, MAINE $500 Down Payment. 620+ Score Cash paid also for referrals. Condos For Sale required for most programs. Carroll Street Auto Located on a cul-de-sac Over 15 Years Experience. 603-627-5595. BARTLETT CONDO for sale by owner. Call or Apply Online! Located at the Seasons. 2BR 2BA. with electricity at the www.milestonefinance.com Motorcycles Furnished. New updates. $159,000. Call street and good 877-664-7888 978-521-2513. Licensed by the NH Banking Dept. LOOKING FOR A HARLEY? Intervale, Woodland Pines,$189,900 soil type. Great Selection of New and Pre- 3BR 1.5BA Fireplace, Deck, Monitor MLS# 2705082 / 879903 Got something to sell? owned Harleys. All Models. Heat, Pool, Tennis, Crosscountry Ski Storage/Garages For Rent Heritage Trails, Close to 4 Ski Mountains Call $29,500 Effingham: Clean 1000 sq. ft. Call 1-877-766-6891 Harley-Davidson 978-290-0555. David R. Haine Real Estate garage/workshop available now. Perfect 603-224-3268 for storage for small contractor. salmonpress.com We also buy Harleys. Houses For Sale 447-5023 $395/mo. +utilities and security. CONWAY NH AREA: Eidelweiss, large 603-736-8333 or 603-724-4197 3-4 BR, 3 1/2 BA home under Commercial Property construction. Close to beach, 2 master Vacation Rentals suites, frpl, jacuzzi, C/A and many Mobile & Modular Homes NANTUCKET ISLAND Townhouse, extras. Still time to choose decor. sleeps 6. Fully furn w/linens, full kitch, 2 Owner Financing- Whitefield. Taking $319,500 800-433-4410 BR, 2 BA, 2 decks. Walk to beaches, near applications for Beautiful, brand new, bus route, bike path, tennis courts. Ideal spacious 2008 Colony Mobile Home. 2 IS THIS YOUR NEXT HOME? for small family. By the week June-Sept. bedrooms, 2 baths. In Country Village Wakefield/Sanbornville, NH. Brochure avail. 978-256-5044 M/H park. Close to Mountain View Close to downtown, Paul School, [email protected] Lakes, Rte. 16, and Shopping! Grand Hotel. Own your own home. Well maintained chalet, $7,500 down, $650 per month includes North Conway: Northbrook Condo, Three bedrooms, two baths, park rent. Also have new M/H lots panoramic view from deck. Sleeps 8, 2 solid wrap-around deck w/hot tub. w/Pads available for immediate lease. baths with full kitchen. VCR/Cable TV. New appliances/improved features. 603-837-2767. Washer/Dryer. Outdoor pool and tennis Beautiful air tight woodstove. court. Available year round. Open kitchen-dining-living room. Apartments For Rent Call John at 978-663-3282 Garage under is two cars deep. Apartments available. North Conway. Private, wooded, half acre lot . Wall to wall carpet, washer & dryer, non- Fitness Call Joe c# 630-2089 smoking units, references, no pets. 12 Hypnosis Hayes Real Estate, 522-8207 month lease required. Call Jan at 603- for habit change, stress List: $204,900 minus $5,000 w/ad. 356-6321 Ext 6430. Weekends Sheila Ext Open House - Lunch 3/30:10-2 6469 Please leave a message. control, regression. NORTH CONWAY Gift certificates available. COMMERCIAL White Mountain Retail and office spaces for Rent. Prime North Conway Hypnosis Center, locations available. Madison, NH. Strong walking traffic Michael R. Hathaway, D.C.H. 250 to 850 sq. ft. from $350/monthly 603-367-8851. Call Sheila 603-356-6321 Ext. 6469 MC/Visa accepted. Broker, Attitash Realty www.whitemountainhypnosiscenter.com

Got something to sell? Call 1-877-766-6891 salmonpress.com

Page B16 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS HELP WANTED THE FINEST WINES ARE WELL DRILLING... Littleton Coin Company, a nationally recognized mail order THAT’S A DEEP leader in the collectibles field for over 60 years, providing MADE IN coins, paper money and supplies to collectors around the world, seeks to fill the following positions: SUBJECT. Copywriter Seeking a writer to join the creative staff of a major direct marketing firm. You’ll write sales and informational copy for direct marketing DON’T GET IN materials including ads, catalogs, brochures, direct mail packages, and varied web formats. A Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism or ITALY. related field is required, as well as excellent research skills and OVER YOUR multi-tasking abilities to meet concurrent demands and deadlines. YOU DON’T HAVE TO GO Direct response copy experience is preferred, and knowledge of coins is a plus. Flexible schedule/assignments possible. Graphic Designer THAT FAR. HEAD. Seeking highly motivated designer to join our creative team. Working in a fast-paced Mac environment, you will provide design solutions for FIND AN EXPERT ON OUR direct marketing and informational materials including catalogs, FIND A LIQUOR STORE brochures, space ads, collateral and packaging. Must be proficient in Quark, Photoshop and Illustrator, have 3-5 years of graphic design ON OUR EASY-TO-USE EASY-TO-USE experience, and be able to do quality work under tight deadlines with an upbeat attitude. Direct marketing experience is desired, and knowledge DIRECTORY. ONLINE DIRECTORY. of collectibles a plus. Littleton Coin Company is a strong and growing business currently All local. employing more than 350 area residents. We offer a competitive salary All local. and a comprehensive benefits package, including group health, dental, disability and life, and 401(k) plan. All the time. All the time. Interested candidates should NewHampshireLakesAndMountains.com NewHampshireLakesAndMountains.com

forward their resumes to: ©2008 LCC, LLC Director of Administrative Operations Littleton Coin Company, LLC NOW 1309 Mt. Eustis Road Call our Littleton NH 03561-3735 JOBLINE [email protected] 603-444-4200

Full-time Property Manager position available

in our government assisted housing division. Experience and/ or certifi- cation in USDA RD and HUD Section 8 highly desired. Position primarily responsible for processing certifications, preparing leases, maintaining waitlists, telephone contact with residents and prospective residents. Our company offers competitive salary, heath & dental insurance, 401K, generous vacation and holidays, and education reimbursement program. Please email resume and salary requirements to Mary Crowley at [email protected] or via fax to (603)226-0782. Coös County Democrat | The Littleton Courier | The Berlin Reporter Equal Opportunity Employer. Announcing the... THE MEMORIAL Great North Classifieds HOSPITAL Advancing care • Improving health • The opportunity to work in an environment that fosters trust, respect and autonomy. We match advanced medical technology with a compassionate approach to quality patient Now find your next car, apartment or job from even more local listings! care. Join our team, and see what a difference you can make! MEDICAL OFFICE Full time (temporary) position in MWV Reach 28,500 White Mountains Healthcare; front desk coverage; individual should be capable of readers in the multi-tasking; charge entry/posting experience a plus; accuracy a must. Per diem position also available; medical office experience and the North Woods at once with your ad at one great rate! preferred; working with patients in a front office, working with insurance referrals, charge entry and posting, switchboard and phone experience a plus. CLERICAL Full time position in MWV Surgical/Urology; must have previous medical experience; knowledge of Word, Outlook, Excel a plus. Starting the RNs Full time in the OR; hours vary; call rotation required (evening, night, weekend); ACLS & PALS, OR experience preferred; will consid- first week of er training the right candidate; must be willing to work in ASU/PACU as needed. April 2008 RNs Full time/part time openings in the Emergency Department; experience preferred; also, per diem RNs needed; experience preferred. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST Position available for an individual to join our team; NH license required; willing to train the right person. PHYSICAL THERAPIST Per diem position; successful completion of a PT course of study required; previous staff experience preferred. MEDICAL LABORATORY TECH Full time position; evenings/nights, with flexible schedule; MT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP), CLT (HEW) or equiv- alent required; per diem position also available.

Contact: Human Resources, The Memorial Hospital PO Box 5001, No. Conway, NH 03860. (603) 356-5461. Fax: (603) 356-9121. 877.766.6891 email: [email protected]. www.thememorialhospital.org www.salmonpress.com An equal opportunity Employer.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B17 TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS

Services LOG CABIN BUILDING CO. & SAWMILL LOG HOMES KNOCKOUT We manufacture & construct our own products Since 1986. Our Log Homes are constructed with authentic hand-peeled logs. Ken & Madeline Walker Our Product is Not a Kit Home 603-788-3036 1-888-508-5042 Lancaster, NH We also sell Log Cabin Logs & Siding e-mail: [email protected] Now booking for 2008 Has This Winter Left You With... • Water Damage to Walls & Ceilings • Damage to your Gutters • Shingle Damage from Snow & Ice Removal Your next ad could be Call Up Country Home a hit. Give it a try! Maintenance, Your Handyman Specialist, For Details ADVERTISE Repairs, Remodeling, Painting & Much More. All Calls Returned • Free Estimates • Fully Insured Call 1-877-766-6891 Call Today for Details 603-539-2140 • 800-984-7944 salmonpress.com Services DDiirreeccttoorryy

CONSTRUCTION CHIMNEY SERVICES ROOFING MASONRY

SAFETY SWEEP ALL "First Step in Chimney Fire Prevention" SEASONS For all your masonry needs, ROOFING BRICKS & STONES • CHIMNEY CLEANING 30 years experience • CHIMNEY RELINING • Shingles MASONRY • MASONRY REPAIR • new construction • Rubber • masonry inspections • STAINLESS &COPPER • Windows HIMNEY APS 603-387-6676 C C • Siding North Conway, NH • FULLY INSURED Residential Phil Murphy - STONE SPECIALIST & Commercial DAVE FONTENAULT 10% Discount with this ad 356-2155 MASONRY Call Richard CONWAY, NH 539-2450 Brick & Block Quality Stonework Over 85 Years Experience! PLASTERING Fireplaces, Chimneys STEVE MORSE & Hearths Landscape FRAMING Fully Insured, Liabilty & Workman’s Comp RESIDENTIAL 30 Years Experience Construction Chocorua, N.H. COMMERCIAL Walls, Patios & INDUSTRIAL Log, Timber ANMAR PLASTERING Walkways and Stick Slate • Rubber Membrane • Tar & Gravel JONES BRICK Residential & Commercial Shingles • Copper • Double Lock & STONE Framing Since Blue Board • Skimcoat • Stucco Standing Seam Metal Roofing 603 323-7182 1976 Call 1-800-331-7663 Fully Insured ~ Free Estimates “Quality & Service First” Fully Insured, Workers Comp. 603-520-5540 Home FOR FREE PROFESSIONAL ROOF SURVEY 603-356-6889 • 603-387-1781 www.roddroofing.com

Page B18 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 TOWN•TO•TOWN CLASSIFIEDS

Services DDiirreeccttoorryy

PAINTING TO CLEANING WING TREE SERVICES 15% OFF INTERIOR Bucket’sBucket’s UpUp CleaningCleaning Chipping Available WORK Cleaning the way you want it. WANTED Insured · Excellent References WOOD LOTS TO CUT Call for FREE ESTIMATES Paying Top $ For Timber • Private Homes • Rentals jumpstarts • lockouts Dale Metcalf Sr. POWER WASHING! • Offices flat tire changes/repairs & Sons • Free Estimates 447-2817 towing • winching • Fully Insured LOGGING AND TRUCKING • Interior/Exterior Ask for Marie! • Sheet Rock Repair (207) 625-7117 • Airless Spraying [email protected] Mt Washington Valley • Spray Texture • Roof Shoveling PO Box 631 · Conway, NH 03818 • Walkways Towing & Road Service EQUIPMENT Phone: 603-447-1135 Serving the General Public & All Auto Clubs! Cell: 603-662-6261 Fax: 603-447-5796 PPAAMM’’SS 356-4000 Your Area Distributor Center Conway, NH CLEANIING SERVIICE Plows & HOMES VACATION/RENTAL PROPERTY Spreaders NEW CONSTRUCTION Call for a quote today! WE’LL BE THERE 10 years Experience & References (603) 651-8806 PAINTING email: [email protected] • Free Estimates PARTS • SALES • SERVICE • Fully Insured APPLIANCES 603-356-8315 • Interior/Exterior DieselWorksNH.com• East Conway Rd. of • Very Reasonable Rates North Conway • Quick Rental Turnover Major Brands You Want at the Store You Trust 603-520-8134 Nobody Beats Our Prices! • Large Selection of Appliances,Electronics, 603-986-6889 Lawn/Garden Equipment • Craftsman Tools/Diehard Batteries • Exercise Equipment Scheduling for the • Convenient hours 7 Days a Week 9 am- 6 pm • Price Match Plus Policy: Never pay more- spring & Summer Sears Low Price Garantee Contractor Sales • Parts Ordering Center Delivery & Installation Available Rt. 302, N. Conway, NH (1 mile East of Wal-mart) 603-356-5777

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008 - Page B19 Attitash Realty

Serving The Heart Of Ski Country... Bartlett • Jackson • North Conway Luxury Mountainside Living This 4000 sq ft newly built 4 BR, 5.5 BA fully and fabulously furnished ski home on Attitash enjoys spectacular views, and is a short walk to the ski trail. An awesome place for vacation gatherings of family and friends. Superior amenities throughout, its value cannot be beat! $895,000 (MLS# 2649094)

E IC ED Parker Ridge at PR C DU RE

SPECTACULAR 180º MOUNTAIN VIEWS to the south and west will be yours when you build your dream home on one of these fabu- Beautiful Contemporary Cape Great Opportunity in Jackson lous lots. Hook up to water, septic, and underground utilities are a 3 bedroom, 2 bath Cape located in a small, private Jackson home that offers itself to either residential or community just off the beaten path in Intervale. Great commercial use. Prior Art Gallery. Great location with major plus! Each lot features a driveway to a cleared lot. Minutes to Attitash and the Saco River Beach. signage on Rt 16. Many upgrades in the home making Breathtaking sunsets, and a wonderful lifestyle await you! floor plan on 3 levels with access to the river, hiking, it a warm and comfortable setting. Unique features and ski trails. A must see vacation, retirement or fam- with a Sauna room and Jacuzzi. Nice sun-room setting $145,000 (MLS#2621474) 0.61 acres • $112,500 (MLS#2624600) 0.7 acres ily home, tucked away but close to everything. Call that looks out to the Mts. Walking trail to the river and $125,000 (MLS#2628912) 0.63 acres • $199,500 (MLS#2623148) 5 acre Tony Rocco. $279,900(MLS# 2657424) Cross County Trails. $249,900 (MLS# 2662809) New Glen r FOUR SEASON e nt nd e Ledge u em re Listing PARADISE IN JACKSON ag Contemporary home sitting on This well-designed 3-level home fea- 1.75 acres with tures 3BR, 3BA, a spacious liv rm, large views to the East. Features 2 deck, screen porch and 2-car garage. Great Family Home levels of living with 4 bedrooms, 2 bath- Spectacular 180-degree views of Mt. Washington and up the river Built in 2003, this looks-like-new single standing Near rooms. Unique layout and design with Ledge home features 3 finished levels with 3 bdrms, 3 windows capturing the sun and winter valley. Beautifully landscaped w/ terraced perennial gardens & baths, a gas fireplace and a spacious 3 season porch. views of Mt. Cranmore. Close to all val- woodland paths. On 8.77 acres. A fabulous home year-round! Short walk to Diana's Bath and National Forest. Easy ley attractions with easy drive to several drive to both Cranmore or Attitash. Wonderful home for ski areas. Call Steven Whitaker today! $675,000 (mls# 2711043) kids and grandkids! $297,500 (mls# 2698264) $257,900 (mls# 2700405)

E Under IC ED PR C Construction DU RE at Stillings Grant Saco River Frontage This 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths architect-designed home in scenic 1500 sq ft 3 bedroom 2 bath Ranch Walk to Slopes Convenient Starter Home Stillings Grant enjoys energy-efficient southern Choose from a furnished, sleep-4 studio enjoys a gas fireplace and an out- style home with over an acre of proper- Great amenities on a well-landscaped corner lot in a exposure and panoramic mountain views. Close door deck for $97,500 (MLS# 2678021) OR an 1165 sq. ft. 2 key double quiet residential neighborhood. Outdoor patio, full ty and a detached 2 car garage. Nice by to skiing, hiking, biking, canoeing/kayaking. studio with 2 ba and 2 gas fireplaces, 2 kitchens, and washer dryer for heated garage, new appliances, woodstoves, A/C, level yard backing up to National Forest This is a fabulous family home, and a wonderful $174,900 (mls#2710500). Both are within walking convenience to the Saco River access and pet friendly. Call today! and is located on Cobb Farm Road with Attitash base lodge, chairlifts, tennis courts, indoor & outdoor swimming $50,000 (MLS# 2659796) 300' of private river frontage on the setting for a great new lifestyle in the mountains! pools and Matty B's Cafe it's a destination resort! Call for more details. Saco. $259,800 (mls#2691985) $550,000 (mls# 2701488)

Great Land Opportunity in Bartlett Almost 1 acre in a great neighborhood. Lots of Land! CONTEMPORARY COTTAGE Close to school, Attitash Mtn and Saco River 5.5 acres in Stillings Grant. Huge road Value and Convenience frontage with views in a great neighbor- Enjoys a backwoods setting on a country road, This nifty end-unit townhouse offers super value as a primary beach. Top it off with low Bartlett taxes and there is no other choice. Underground utili- hood. On a town road and minutes from with trails to the river. Nice upgrades include new or second home. Features a recently added 3rd floor loft, a Attitash, school and Saco River. Call res- bathroom, refrigerator, stove, and washer/dryer. ties, water, and community septic to parcel Make this your 'pied a Terre' in the upper part of deck off the living room and a large storage shed. Easy to get ident listing agent, Tony Rocco. $169,000 to all the Valley has to offer. $139,900 (MLS #2661799) Call Tony Rocco to review." Listed for the Valley! $169,000 (MLS# 2676725) $79,900 (MLS#2687109) (MLS# 2677514). At the base of Attitash Mountain Attitash Mountain Village • Rt. 302, Bartlett, NH (603) 374-6514 • 888-782-9268 • www.AttitashRealty.com

Page B20 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, March 27, 2008