VOLUME 34, NUMBER 17 SEPTEMBER 24, 2009 FREE

THE WEEKLY NEWS & LIFESTYLE JOURNAL OF MT. WASHINGTON VALLEY

Sports Highlights: From Kennett’s Boys Soccer results to the latest news from the Field Hockey team to a quick rundown of the MWV Ski Team, you’ll find it all here in The Ear …

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Climbing Against Cancer: Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation hosted its annual Climb Against Cancer on Saturday, Sept. 26, at Cranmore Mtn. Resort …

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Volunteer making a difference in Nicaragua village

By ERIN PLUMMER Assitant Editor of The Meredith News MOULTONBORO — An effort to help the people of El Hatillo, Nicaragua, is underway thanks to a Peace Corps volunteer from Moultonboro. Danielle Costanza was assigned to volunteer in Nicaragua, where she is starting an effort to collect seeds for local farmers and improve the failing infra- structure of one village.

Danielle Costanza of Moultonboro is volunteering in the village of El Hatilla in Nicaragua with the Peace Corps. She is working with villagers and people back home to help gather seeds for the com- munity and improve health and living conditions. (Courtesy Photos) ‘Seeds for El Hatillo.’” ed include tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, Costanza and Machado have created melons, squash, and others. “Seeds for El Hatillo,” an organization The third goal is to begin a small collecting seeds, planting recourses, and business for the women. It costs $60 to donations to provide sustainable living build a mud oven and the women in the solutions to the people of the village. village have organized to begin a bakery “The community will be brainstorm- to make and sell bread. Money is needed ing their own ways of raising money for to build the ovens and to purchase the this cause, but the hard fact is that supplies and utensils they need to get money is scarce and difficult to obtain,” started. The profits will be shared Costanza wrote. amongst them to improve the lives of Costanza grew up in Moultonboro The villagers, however, lack the seeds, The goals of Seeds for El Hatillo their children by feeding and clothing and attended Moultonboro Academy. fertilizer, and other resources to plant include increasing farm production by them. She recently graduated from the and cannot borrow money. They have raising money through donations to Another goal is to bring electricity University of New Hampshire before no way of getting seeds for their gardens purchase fertilizer and seeds for the and power to the village. The group is going into the Peace Corps. After join- from the banks have no means of obtain- farmers to plant. According to the pro- contacting nonprofit organizations such ing, she went through three months of ing seeds. Additionally there is no power gram donations as small as $5 to $10 will as Engineers without Borders to find training before being given a site assign- and no running water in the village. buy plenty of seeds and fertilizer for assistance and advise on how to bring ment. Over 10 years ago Hurricane Mitch even one family, with the ultimate goal power to the village. The group is also in “She’s just always been a person that’s washed out the one road and bridge over of $1,000 raised. the process of speaking to these same pretty much interested in social justice, the Rio Grande de Matagalpa leading “We anticipate we need about $400 contractors to create a passable road. and she wanted to make a kind of posi- out of the village. As a result the road is to $ 500 to get started on this project, With the road washed out, people must tive contribution,” said her mother Sara impassable and the village is isolated. but the people of El Hatillo would be travel by foot or by bicycle. Costanza. “That’s just who she is.” “Life is hard here and the poverty is grateful for any donation no matter how Costanza did a fundraiser through St. On Aug. 1 she was assigned to the vil- heart wrenching,” Costanza wrote. small,” Costanza wrote. Our goal would Charles Church and United Methodist lage of in El Hatillo, Telica, Leon for the “People do not have even the most basic be to purchase the seeds and fertilizer by Church and had individual donations. next two years. El Hatillo is a small vil- needs. There is malnutrition among the September in time for this year’s plant- “The people are really organized and lage in Nicaragua, which is a hot and children as well as the adults. Some fam- ing. However, realistically speaking, we self-motivated there, continually seeking arid region in the northwestern part of ilies subsist on only one meal a day. The see this as an ongoing project and we ways to improve their standard of liv- the country. Upon arriving at El Hatillo town does not have electricity, or a road will use the resources for the following ing,” Sara Costanza said. “(They) she met her host family and her counter- that vehicles can travel on. People must planting year if we cannot meet this requested a person from the Peace part, Delver Machado. walk or ride a bicycle (if they have one) September time frame.” Corps be placed here.” Delever Jose? Jua?rez Machado is a to go to the next village.” The program also hopes to improve Additionally the women of the village graduate of the University of Managua, Costanza is working with Machado to nutrition in the village, starting a Seed are “pretty organized, they have really with a specialty in seed engineering. coordinate projects to improve the living Bank for women of the village to plant good ideas of things they wanted to do.” Costanza said in a letter that Muchado situations in the village through helping patio and other individual gardens to Danielle Costanza is documenting has worked in the fields all his life with develop more sustainable solutions. improve the diet of their children and her experience on a blog at danielle- his father. “We have brainstormed many options families. costanza.wordpress.com “The community received me with as to how to raise the standard of living In this concept, a woman is given a Donations may be sent to the Seed open arms, and they are very hospitable in El Hatillo,” Costanza wrote. “The certain number of vegetable seeds from Bank at: Danielle Costanza PCV de and hard-working people,” Costanza most decisive and appropriate way the “Seed Bank,” six months after the Cuerpo del Paz Apartado Postal 366 wrote in a letter. would be to improve and increase farm vegetables are harvested she gives back Nicaragua. According to a letter from The village is remote rural production. The mission of the Peace double the number of seeds to the bank the foundation it is helpful to write community in the Sebaco Valley, which Corp volunteer is to assist the town in so seeds are multiplied and always avail- “Vive Jesus” or “Bendaigo Dios” on any has an eroding resource base and high initiating and maintaining improve- able. package sent to ensure safe delivery, as levels of malnutrition. ments that are sustainable. There are no Costanza is asking that individuals in Nicaragua is a strongly Roman Catholic In that village, most people are sub- financial resources here to jump start the United States purchase a seed pack- country. ▲ stance farmers and families have land. this project which we have named, age and mail it to her. Vegetables need- On the Cover Inside Index Sept. 26 - A Day For The Dogs Climbing Against Cancer Arts & Entertainment ...Pages A12 & 16-22 The Conway Area Humane Society is ready and Jen’s Friends held its annual Climb Against Cancer on Saturday, Business News...... Page A16 Sept. 19, and under the bluest of skies more than 500 enthusias- raring to unleash this year’s Bark in the Park and Calendar...... Page A20 Walk for the Animals to benefit the Conway shel- tic trampers, plus more dogs than we could count, made their ter, planned for Saturday, Sept. 26. Walkers can way up Mt. Cranmore to raiuse funds for the community-mind- On the Links ...... Pages A23 register Friday evening, Sept. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. ed organization. See Photos, Page A14 On the Rockpile...... Page A28 at Four Your Paws Only during “Yappy Hour,” or Passages...... Page A13 Saturday morning in Schouler Park from 8:30 to KHS mountain bike team 9:15 a.m. Photos and story on Page A4 The Kennett High Mountain Bike Team is back and it’s ready to Real Estate...... Pages A16-17 & 25 (Photos courtesy Conway Area Humane Society) defend its unbeaten 2008 record. See Page A9 Sports ...... Page A6-9 & 11

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Mt. Washington Valley Dog Park to be completed this fall Conway Area Humane Society provides community dog park CONWAY — Social dogs are happy the project on Thursday, Sept. 10. The tions and be able to get along with other fence materials and labor, supplying dogs, and the same could be said for park is intended for community use dogs. All dogs must be accompanied by many employees to work on the park. people. There is no better place to through yearly membership for a fee of an owner or caretaker at all times. MB Tractor Supply Gorham donated a accomplish this for both dogs and peo- $25 to $50 per calendar year. The park Owners are responsible for cleaning up wood chipper, and the chips were used ple than a community dog park. The sits on a beautiful, wooded acre of land after their pooch. The park will be to cover the park floor. Shane Gurney of Conway Area Humane Society has behind the Conway shelter. There is policed daily for final clean up by mem- Northern Roots Tree and Landscape announced that the Mt. Washington also a portion of the park set aside for bers of the steering committee. and Jason Stretch of Importech did a lot Valley Dog Park will be completed puppies to socialize, separate from Steering committee chair and CAHS of the heavy lifting. McSherry’s Nursery before the end of the fall season in 2009. where the big dogs run. board member Steve Boulter started the has donated shrubs, trees and plants to The Conway Planning Board passed Dogs must be up to date on vaccina- project a year ago. “He worked tireless- enhance the park, and Patty Rowe will ly on this project, lining up volunteers, donate her time to plant them. Arthur’s businesses and interested parties to help Memorials came aboard to inscribe him with every phase,” said CAHS boulders already in their natural habitat Executive Director Virginia Moore. to honor donors to the project. Dog “This past year was challenging for all owners that join at the $50 level or A Change of Command coming Nov. 7 non-profits and CAHS, and Steve was greater before Dec. 31, will receive a pretty much on his own to get this off charter membership and will be entitled Annual Marine Corps ‘Gathering’ the ground.” to an inscription on a park boulder. And get it off the ground he did, with “This has been a year of hard work the help of Steering Committee mem- and planning, but also one of building at the Margate, Nov. 7 bers Jason Stretch, Kathy and Brian community,” said Boulter. “Bringing U.S. MARINES HAVE APPRO- This year’s “Gathering” will celebrate Ahearn and Dave Norton. Volunteers like-minded people together for the priated the term “esprit de corps” as their the 234th birthday of the Corps in much Wayne Karl, his son Lincoln and CAHS greater good of our community and its own—their esprit, their Corps. The per- the same way as will be done in thousands Board Chair Andy Orsini spent many animals makes it all worthwhile, and sonal ties between a Marine and his Corps of locations all over the world, as Marines hours clearing the land, with help from CAHS is happy to be a part of that.” are strong. Marines are of every age, those come together to enjoy the brotherhood volunteers from Summit Achievement, For information on the dog park, or on active duty at Marine Corps military that is unique amongst all the branches of the community, and CAHS. if you wish to donate to the project or bases all around the world, those in the the armed forces. This year the The local Lowes made the park their become a member, call Steve Boulter at ▲ combat theatres of Iraq and Afghanistan, “Gathering” will be held on Saturday, community project for 2009, donating (978) 465-1561. on ships at sea, in all the U.S. Embassies; Nov. 7, at the Margate on or, as expounded upon in their “Marine Winnipesaukee, located at 76 Lake Street Hymn,” in the air, on land, and sea; as well in Laconia. as those who have served before and are As in prior years the “Gathering” now spending their days in civilian life opening ceremonies will consist of the from World War II right up to the pres- presentation of the colors, the reading of ent time. the Marine Corps Commandant’s mes- Marines believe in their Corps. They sage to the Corps, the salute to all the also believe they are the best of the best in branches of the armed forces, and the tra- the military. They insist that the “M” in ditional cutting of the birthday cake. “Marine” be capitalized. They always Commencing at 7 p.m., the cere- greet each other by saying “Hello, monies will be followed by a western style Marine,” and when parting, “Semper Fi,” buffet, and dancing. A cash bar will be short for “Semper Fidelis” or “Always available beginning at 6 p.m. during the Faithful.” They continue to emphasize, registration period. Active duty members that “Once a Marine, always a Marine.” and veterans of all the branches of the And, it is with that spirit that Colonel armed forces, are invited to attend with Norm Noel, USMCR/ Retired, is passing their spouses and friends. Early registra- on the command of an event he founded tion is encouraged. called “The Gathering,” to Robert “Bob” Costs to attend this year’s “Gathering” Patenaude, the Commandant of the is $45.00 per person, payable to the Lakes Lakes Region Detachment #506, of the Region Detachment, Marine Corps Marine Corps League. The “Gathering” League, c/o of Robert Patenaude, commenced in 1998 as a way for Marines, Commandant, at P.O. Box 628, past and present, from throughout New Wolfeboro Falls, New Hampshire 03896. Hampshire and beyond, to commemorate Further information may be obtained by the birthday of the U.S. Marine Corps. calling 253-7970. ▲ Steve Boulter (left) with volunteers from Lowe’s and Summit Achievement, and steering committee member Jason Stretch with his dog, Lilly. (Courtesy Photo)

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A3 Established 1976 PUBLISHER In Schouler Park, Richard Piatt Saturday, Sept. 26 FOUNDING EDITORS R. Stephen Eastman Jane Golden Reilly th MANAGING EDITOR Nina Perry 12 Annual

COPY WRITING/ PROOFREADING Walk for the Animals ... Nina Perry Kristina Whitten he Conway Area Humane CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Society is ready and raring Ann Bennett to unleash this year’s Walk Pru Smith Tfor the Animals to benefit Steven D. Smith the Conway shelter, planned for Peter Minnich Saturday, Sept. 26. Steve Caming “This is our biggest event of the Linda Tucker year, and a local favorite for dog John Harrigan enthusiasts and dogs alike,” said CAHS Executive Director Virginia CONTRIBUTING Moore. Walkers can register Friday PHOTOGRAPHERS evening from 5 to 7 p.m. at Four Steven D. Smith Your Paws Only on White Joshua Spaulding Mountain Highway in North Linda Tucker Conway during “Yappy Hour” or Steve Caming Saturday morning in Schouler Park from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. The Blessing ADVERTISING SALES of the Animals will get under way at Rick Clay-Storm 9:15 a.m. and the walk will com- mence at 9:30 a.m. COMPUTER GRAPHICS, Following the walk, awards will DESIGN & COMPOSITION be given out to the first, second and Amanda Dunleavy third place donors in both team and individual categories. LAYOUT DESIGN “We have some very desirable Emily Killinger pet-related prizes this year, includ- ing $100 gift certificates to Four OFFICE MANAGER Your Paws Only, beautiful dog beds Kristina Whitten from Orvis and certificates for vet- erinary services, dog training ses- DISTRIBUTION Bill Collins John Myers Darlene Westfall Tina Lamy

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sions, a watercolor portrait of your pet and much more,” Moore said. Following the Walk for the Animals is the Bark in the Park Pet Expo. Many new vendors of pet related goods and services will be on hand this year, as well as a num- ber of food vendors and non-profit animal rescues. The ever-popular State Police Dog demo will be showcased in Ring No. 1 at 11 a.m., and Bonnie Fogg the Animal Communicator will also be back this year. The dog show will have some new games for participants for 2009, and will be bringing back the bathing suit contest (dogs only, please). The Carnival Games will give dogs and their owners a chance to show off their special talents and win some wonderful prizes. All dogs adopted from Conway Area Humane Society, as well as other rescue organizations, are wel- come to join together for a special photo to be taken at 1:30 p.m. in the park. The day winds down with a drawing for the lucky winner of the 50/50 raffle and the Best Friends Parade, for which all dogs are eligible. Go to conwayshelter.org for details or pick up a brochure at Four Your Paws Only, Conway Area Humane Society or one of the many locations in town. For more information, call 447-5605. ▲

Abandoned Storage Auction • Granite State Self Storage Route 16, Chocorua (Tamworth), NH 03817 • Date: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2009 Time: 10:00am Contents of two 10x13 storage units to be opened and sold by the lot. (Estimated to be 250-300 lots!) Listing of a few items known to be in storage units: Antiques: Round Oak Table, 6 Ladder Back Chairs with Rush Seats,Wicker Bassinet,Treadle Sewing Machine, Cradle, Stacking Glass-Front Bookcase, 2 Trunks, Rocker, School Desk with Seat, Small Drop-Front Desk Tools & Equipment: Walk-Behind Lawn Mower,Table Saw, Drill Press,Wood Lathe, Scroll Saw,Vices, Hand Tools, Cordless Tools Whirlpool Washer & Dryer (like new), Large Bureau with Double Mirror, Fishing Poles,Wicker Creel, Snow Shoes, and much, much more!! Items listed above are a small sample of items known to be in the units.This sale should be loaded with surprises!!Come prepared to haul. Terms & Conditions: Cash or check with i.d. 10% buyer’s premium. Subject to Errors & Omissions. No preview for this sale.We will be selling the units as we unload at 10am. Call Auctioneer with any questions. Thomas D.Troon & Co. PO Box 1457, Conway, NH 03818 • 603-447-3422Phone / 603-447-2237Fax • NH License #2320 • [email protected] • Maine License #AUC832

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A5 Sports Highlights

Kennett High Football Eagles come up a bit short in Plymouth By Joshua Spaulding long runs we could stay with them,” Sports Editor Sciacca said. PLYMOUTH — Five years after the Then, on the first drive, the hosts Kennett football team ended broke out for a 50-yard touchdown run Plymouth’s 64-game win streak, the to take the lead. Eagles had another chance to knock “The kids never backed down,” the traditional Division IV powerhouse Sciacca said. “We hung in there. It was off another win streak on Saturday. a good game, we just couldn’t come out And they came awfully close. on the right side.” The Eagles recovered a second half The Eagles will move on to take on fumble on the 30-yard line, trailing by Hanover on Friday, Sept. 25, at Gary seven points but were unable to put the Millen Stadium at 7 p.m. The ball in the end zone, giving the Bobcats Marauders defeated Lebanon 35-20 a chance to close out the game with ball this past weekend, so Sciacca knows his control offense over the final few min- squad will have to play well to hold its utes and secure a 21-14 win. own. “We played very hard, and they still “They have very talented players controlled the football most of the and we’ve got our hands full,” Sciacca Tanner Baillargeon fights off Plymouth tacklers during action Saturday, Sept. 19, in game,” coach Ken Sciacca noted. said. ▲ Plymouth. (Matt Perloff Photo/ Record-Enterprise) “There was a little strength and size difference, and we didn’t do a good job of blocking and tackling. Very funda- mental things.” The Bobcats stayed on the ground Kennett High Volleyball the entire game, with the exception of one pass play, using the good backfield and solid offensive line to rack up the Volleyball girls net third win of the season yards against the Eagles. By Joshua Spaulding once again the Kennett volleyball team don’t give up on each other,” she said. The host Bobcats scored twice in Sports Editor found itself at .500 on the season. “If we can continue the positive attitude the opening half, taking a 14-0 lead to NORTH CONWAY — Another week “It’s wonderful,” said coach Jocelyn and no mistakes, we can beat Oyster the break, but the Eagles came soaring drew to a close on Friday, Sept. 18, and Judge after her team defeated John Stark River and Plymouth.” back in the third quarter. to go to 3-3 on the year. “This Against the Generals, Lia Gilmore Quarterback Scott Saunders hit is better than any other win won 19 service points and had three Tanner Baillargeon for a 63-yard because we’ve never won this aces, while Tasha Jost won 13 service touchdown pass to get the Eagles on many games in a season. This is points with five aces and Kali Taylor the board at 14-7. more than all our seasons com- chipped in with four blocks. Plymouth came back and netted a bined.” The Eagle girls traveled to Laconia third touchdown to pull back to a 21-7 The Eagles came out a bit flat on Monday, Sept. 14, and dropped a 3-1 lead, but the Eagles didn’t falter, com- out of the gate on the road in decision to the Sachems. ing out and scoring another touchdown Weare on Friday, Sept. 18, as The Eagles jumped out to an early in the third quarter, this time Saunders they made a lot of mistakes and lead, taking the 25-20 win in game one, finding Jeff Sires for a 29-yard touch- let the Generals stay in the but the hosts rallied and picked up a 25- down pass. game. 17 win in game two, a 25-4 win in game Then came the fourth quarter, “In the past, that would’ve three and a 25-20 win in game four to where the Eagles recovered the fumble caused us to lose the game,” seal the victory, the first of the year for and couldn’t move the ball far enough Judge said. the Sachems. to score. This is a different year, howev- Gilmore led the way for Kennett with However, the Eagle defense held its er, and the Eagles didn’t lose, as two blocks on the night. ground against the ensuing Plymouth they hung on and picked up a With the three wins on the season, drive, forcing the Bobcats to punt. 25-20 win. Judge is optimistic about a possible play- Once again, the Eagles couldn’t “I told them they had to erase off berth and figures that with one more move the ball up the field and, confi- those errors and the score win the Eagles would be able to secure a dent in the defense’s ability to hold, the would be different,” Judge said. playoff spot. Eagles punted again. “And in the second game they “That would be really nice,” she said. This time, though, the Bobcats had reduced the errors, showed they The Eagles will head to Plymouth on no problem moving the ball, running aren’t the team of the past that Friday, Sept. 25, for a 6 p.m. contest out the clock and closing out the game. Lia Gilmore goes up for a block against Gilford ear- got down on themselves and with the Bobcats. On Monday, Sept. 28, Sciacca was pleased that the Eagles lier this season. The Eagles return to home action on they turned it around.” the girls head to Winnisquam, also for a didn’t let an early long Plymouth scor- Wednesday, Sept. 30, against Laconia. The Eagles took a 25-12 win in 6 p.m. match, and Wednesday, Sept. 30, ing play get them down. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) the second game and a 25-14 Laconia comes to town for a 6 p.m. con- “We felt if we could prevent the win in game three for the 3-0 test. All matches start with a JV game at sweep of the Generals. 5 p.m. and varsity following at 6 p.m. ▲ “The girls work well together and ON SALE! Did you know? Jen’s Friends is currently supporting 36 local cancer patients. Help your neighbor, your friend, THE RICHTER FAMILY your co-worker... 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Page A6 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 Kennett High Cross Country Eagles set many personal bests at Bobcat Invitational

By Joshua Spaulding Livingston commented. Sports Editor Ryan Kasianchuk finished 94th in DURHAM — The Kennett cross coun- 20:18, just two seconds and one place try team enjoyed a beautiful Saturday at ahead of teammate Ryan Goodson, who the Bobcat Invitational in Durham, with rounded out the scoring for the Eagles. solid results making things even better. Nick Jenis was 96th overall in 20:20 (the “We had a wonderful day,” coach same time as Goodson) and Brian Fox Bernie Livingston said. “The weather was 101st overall in 20:34. was awesome, the course was fast and In the JV girls’ race, Christine the competition was fierce.” Fournier was the top Eagle, placing 46th Out of the 12 girls that finished for in 26:44, followed by Sarah Hernandez the Eagles, eight set new personal bests in 57th place in 27:12. Ke Cawley was and another three set new season bests. 62nd in 28:06 with Grace Townsend in “That’s pretty impressive,” the veter- 81st place in 29:26. Mallory Tinkham an coach noted. finished 82nd in 29:27 and Caylee Hannah Wright once again led the Daigle was 89th in 30:48. Eagles, finishing 41st with a new per- For the JV boys, Tom Gregson led sonal best of 22:41. Teammate Molly the way in 22:27 for 80th place, with Shannon was close behind, taking 45th Ethan Chalmers in 121st in 24:04 and place in a personal best 22:48. Nick Larabee-Dewar in 152nd in 29:05. Danielle Mason ran to 73rd place in “Everything went well,” said 24:36, followed by Quin Schreiber in Livingston. “It’s good for the kids to see 80th place in 25:29. Sianna Streeter and the improvement.” Emmaline Ashe each clocked in at The Eagles were set to head across 25:50, with Streeter getting 87th place the border for a meet with their neigh- Tanner Van Coesant looks for a way around a Merrimack Valley defender during action and Ashe scoring 88th. bors in Fryeburg on Saturday. The meet in North Conway on Tuesday, Sept. 15. (Dennis Coughlin Photo) The Kennett varsity boys had their was set to finish on the Raiders’ track fastest team time in years and of the 10 just prior to the start of the football Kennett High Boys’ Soccer finishers, seven had new personal bests game. and one had a new season best. “It should be interesting,” Livingston Freshman Sean Doherty led the way noted. Eagle soccer boys for Kennett with a season best of 18:24, It also will serve as the end of the final placing him 31st overall and fourth week that the Eagles have two meets in fall to Pride and Clippers among freshmen in the race. one week, which Livingston said can be Peter Haine ran to 40th in 18:37 and tough on the kids. By Joshua Spaulding on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The boys host Dalton L’Heureux placed 46th in 18:52. Race time is set for 11:30 a.m. at Sports Editor St. Thomas at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, “It’s been a long time since I’ve had Fryeburg Academy on Saturday, Sept. NORTH CONWAY — With 10 min- Oct. 1. ▲ three guys under 19 minutes,” 26. ▲ utes to go in Friday’s game with Portsmouth, the Kennett soccer boys were up by a 1-0 score. However, the Clippers came back to tie the game by the end of regulation Kismet Cliff Run winners. A field and in the second sudden-death over- of 46 runners took part in the first time drilled the game-winner for a 2-1 annual Kismet Cliff Run, to benefit victory, sending the Eagles to their third The Kismet Foundation, on Saturday, defeat in a row after a 4-0 start. Sept. 19. The course started at Echo “It was a tough loss,” said coach Lake State Park and ran along the George Cole. “We played alright, but base of Cathedral Ledge, up the we definitely were stretched quite a bit.” climbers descent trail to the top of He noted that the Eagles played well Cathedral. From there it wound in the first overtime, as they had the down to the saddle between strong wind at their backs the entire Whitehorse and Cathedral Ledges, time. However, the second overtime then again heading upward to the wasn’t as successful as the Eagles had to summit of Whitehorse, down to the kick and run into the wind. south and back to Echo Lake. The Seth Davison scored the lone goal for winners were: Mens - Carl Swenson the Eagles against the Clippers, who (48.18 - bottom right); and Womens - Cole noted were better than their Lynn Zummo (53.33 - right). Both record may have indicated. have their connections to the Valley “They’ve lost to three of the top — Lynn is a summer resident, and schools in Class I,” Cole pointed out. the rest of the year is at Dartmouth Eagles vs. Pride College. Carl Swenson is the son of On Tuesday, Sept. 15, the Eagles Steve and Sally Swenson, and a 3- welcomed Merrimack Valley to town for time member of the U.S. Olympic a game and the Pride brought their A Nordic Ski Team. (Courtesy Photos) game, knocking off the Eagles by a 2-0 score. “They are a very strong team,” Cole noted. “Probably the best attacking team I’ve seen in the state of New Hampshire.” However, the Eagles did play the vis- itors tough, trailing by just one goal with 10 minutes to go in the game when the visitors popped in the second goal. “I was just pulling everybody up try- ing to even the score,” Cole pointed out. “And we got caught on a counterat- tack.” Despite the loss, the Eagle coach was not disappointed in the effort, especially given the quality of the opponent. “I thought we played pretty good against them,” he said. “We had some opportunities that we missed out on. “The boys are still working hard and in my opinion, we’re improving faster than any other team, so when it comes to playing these teams again, we can right the ship and give them a better game,” he continued. The Eagles will be back in action at St. Thomas on Friday, Sept. 25, at 4:15 p.m. and will host Kingswood at 4 p.m.

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Kennett High Field Hockey Clippers, Pride cut down Eagle field hockey girls By Joshua Spaulding “When I saw that, I thought, oh good- Sports Editor ness, it’s going to be a long game,” Ward- NORTH CONWAY — The Kennett Spencer said. field hockey team ran into a couple of buzz However, she gave her kids credit for saws this past week, but one of those buzz sticking around and making a game of it saws showed a compassionate side that against the hard-hitting hosts. seemingly took the Eagles by surprise. The Eagles will be back on home turf The Kennett girls journeyed to on Friday, Sept. 25, when they host St. Penacook on Tuesday, Sept. 15, for a Thomas for a 4:15 p.m. contest. The girls rematch of last year’s championship game will head back on the road on Tuesday, against Merrimack Valley. When the game Sept. 29, as they visit Kingswood for a was complete, the Pride treated the Eagles game with the Knights at 4 p.m. ▲ to a huge pizza party, offering their condo- lences for Kennett’s loss of coach Deryl Fleming in the preseason. “I think the kids were kind of taken aback by it, but they enjoyed it,” said coach Ivy Ward-Spencer, who said she was also impressed by the gesture. Kennett High Golf As for the game with Merrimack Valley, much like in the finals last year, despite a Eagle golfers valiant effort, the Eagles went down to defeat, falling 2-1. Junior captain Katie Bishop netted the net a pair of wins only goal of the game for the Eagles, with By Joshua Spaulding an assist from Abbey Gutowski, but the Katie Bishop scored Kennett’s lone goal at Merrimack Valley, but missed the game at Sports Editor offense couldn’t come up with more. Portsmouth with an injury. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) NORTH CONWAY — The Kennett “It’s not that we didn’t try, but we just Eagles golf squad had its second home couldn’t score a second goal,” Ward- two more goals, all before halftime, and little short in scoring goals,” Ward- meet of the season on Tuesday, Sept. 15, Spencer noted. walked away with the 3-1 win. The Eagles Spencer pointed out. and came off with one win at North The girls would have to go into battle did have a second goal fly into the cage, but The Eagle mentor also noted that the Conway Country Club. on Friday, Sept. 18, without the services of it was called back for being too high as it Clippers hit the ball harder than any team The Eagles also picked up a win on the Bishop, who possesses one of the hardest crossed the goal line. she had seen on the season. road at Portsmouth Country Club on shots in the state, as she will be missing With Bishop out, Ward-Spencer “When they decide to hit a free hit, it Thursday, Sept. 17. some time with an injury, a loss that the and fellow coach Laurel Smith moved Sam went,” she said. In that match, the Eagles shot a 178, Eagles surely will feel. Meader to center midfield and inserted The Clippers peppered Kennett keeper falling just seven strokes shy of catching The Clippers scored first, but a goal Meghan Breton in at center defense, and Faye Roberts in the first two minutes of the second-place Bishop Brady (171). from Gutowski later in the first half tied both played admirably game, firing at least three shots from close Windham rounded out the field with a the game at one. in the new positions. range that the sophomore was able to steer 187. The host Portsmouth Clippers dom- However, the Clippers came back with “They both played well, we were just a away from the net. inated the match with an impressive 152, with all four scorers shooting in the 30s. “They were real good,” said coach Joe Soraghan. Senior Taylor Cyr led the Eagles with a 40, while classmates Torrey Adair and Moira McCarthy both shot 44s to also net points for the Eagles. Soraghan also came away impressed with the Clippers’ home course, as he notes he has been with all the places the kids have played this season. “The kids are getting to play some great courses,” he said. “Portsmouth was in great shape.” The Eagles got to show off one of their home courses on Tuesday, Sept. 15, as Laconia, Kingswood and Plymouth jour- neyed to the North Conway Country Club for a match. When the cards were all turned in, Laconia had scored a three-point win over Kingswood, carding a 175 to the Knights’ 178. Kennett came home third with a 183 and Plymouth shot a 196 to round out the field. Leading the way for Kennett were McCarthy and Robert Starkey. Both golfers carded a 45. Cyr had a 46 to net the third score for Kennett and Adair finished with a 47 to round out the scoring. John Brown and Carter Butler also played for the Eagles. Soraghan noted that as the season has continued, he has become impressed with a number of the younger players and said that he expects even better things into the future as they begin to make up the bulk of the team. The Eagles were in action after dead- line Tuesday at Francestown for a meet hosted by Con-Val (“there’s no easy way to get there,” Soraghan noted) and will wrap up the regular season today, Thursday, Sept. 24, with a trip to White Mountain Golf Course for a meet hosted by Plymouth. Kingswood is expected to be among the teams in contention. The state golf tournament gets under way next Thursday, Oct. 1, also at White Mountains Golf Course. ▲

Page A8 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 Kennett High School 2009 Mountain Bike Team (Photo by Martha Leich) Team looks to repeat undefeated 2008 season Kennett High School Mountain Bike Team begins season Ready to run. DJ Shaw of Center Conway prepares to take his Precision JLM The Kennett High School Mountain their racing class. Ford onto the track at New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the Heluva Good! Fall Bike Team has begun its 2009 season. The start and finish of the race 125 race for the Camping World Series East on Friday, Sept. 18. Shaw finished Coming off an undefeated season last course is along Eagles Way on the left 21st overall. (Dennis Coughlin Photo) year in the tri-state bike league, Coach before the field hockey field. ▲ Chris Darling’s team is looking strong again this year. The team recently held an intra- squad time trial on their home course in Redstone. Freshman Sean Doherty won the race, with sophomore Byron Gill three seconds behind. Sophomores Henry Gotjen, Ben Emery, Kyle Ross, and Zack Cromwell took the next four places. Senior captain Ryan Gregory, along with fellow seniors Zack Spadacini, RJ Gray, and Andrew Clark, a newcomer, along with junior Alex Couture, should all race well for the team. The team’s first race of the season was held post-deadline on Wednesday, Sept. 23, at Proctor Academy. The Eagles then host their home meet on Tuesday, Sept. 30, when the entire league will come to Kennett to race at 3:30 p.m. Riders will race two, three, or four laps of the course, depending on

Kennett High Girls’ Soccer Road unfriendly to Eagle soccer ladies By Joshua Spaulding Sports Editor NORTH CONWAY — The last thing the Kennett girls’ soccer team can real- ly afford is injuries. Already playing with a small roster, the Eagles were forced to head on the road to Merrimack Valley and Portsmouth last week without the serv- ices of numerous starters. “Some of the younger kids got to step up and play and they played well,” said coach Bob Moore, noting that Elizabeth Welch and Kendra Strong stepped into starting roles in the Merrimack Valley game. The Eagles headed down Route 16 to Portsmouth on Friday, Sept. 18, and dropped a 5-0 decision to the Clippers. The Kennett girls were without three players for the trip. “We tried to pack things in defen- sively,” Moore noted. “But their skill level, their touches on the ball, they do a nice job covering the field,” he said.

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A9 Valley Focus & Folks

Raising awareness about breast cancer, the “Pink Heals Tour” is a group of Arizona fire- fighters traveling the United States in their pink attire and fire truck. They will make a stop at Memorial Hospital on Wed., Sept. 30, for the hospital’s Oncology Center open house from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. (Courtesy Photo) Birthday to remember. George Cleveland, Executive Director of the Gibson Center for Senior Services of North Conway, gets a lesson in philanthropy from young donors gathered at the North Conway Community Center. For her sixth Oncology Open House to feature birthday, Hannah Dutton of North Conway asked her friends to bring money to help the Gibson Center defray the cost of home delivered meals to those who can’t ‘Pink Heals Tour,’ Sept. 30 get out on a regular basis. Hannah's friends more than rose to the occasion, rais- ing over $500. (Courtesy Photo) CONWAY – On Wednesday, Sept. 30, the a special event marking the dedication of public is invited to Memorial Hospital for its newly renovated Oncology Center. Between the hours of 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., the hospital and its “Making Strides Against Breast Cancer” team will welcome the Guardians of the Ribbon on their cur- rent “Pink Heals Tour” through New Hampshire. Other activities will include tours of the Oncology Center, displays and information from the American Cancer Society, Jen’s Friends, the N.H. Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, and Memorial Hospital’s digital mammography services. The Guardians of the Ribbon — a group of firefighters from Arizona — are touring America to promote breast cancer awareness in a very passionate and colorful way. On Sept. 12, they left Arizona wear- ing their pink firefighter suits, driving their pink ribbon-covered fire truck and towing a 10-foot-tall silver ribbon. The “Pink Heals Tour” has 25 stops planned around BROWNSTREET FURNITURE the country, including several in New Hampshire, helping to raise awareness and funds for local cancer-related agencies. Scott McKinnon, Memorial Hospital AND VERMONT TUBBS CEO, said the event is a unique opportu- nity for the community to come together in support of those with breast cancer and their families. “This is one more way that FACTORY SALE. we can help raise awareness — not only about the disease, but also about the sup- portive services and programs that are available right here in our community,” he said. Dave Graybill, Glendale, Arizona fire- Everything at or below fighter and the man behind the “Pink Heals” project, got it started two years ago. Recognizing that they are a male-domi- nated profession, he wanted to do some- wholesale pricing. thing to support those with a disease that affects mostly women. “It’s in our nature to fight for those who have lost the ability to fight for them- selves,” he said. “This tour will not only Closeouts on factory seconds, overstock discounts, and special bring us together, but give those who are orders on factory firsts all at factory direct prices. battling the disease an overwhelming feel- ing of support. We believe our campaign will have a positive impact in the lives of those with breast cancer.” Factory Warehouse will be open to the public The hospital’s newly designed for these two days only. Oncology Center is a patient-friendly environment with a focus on privacy and comfort. Staff will be on hand to walk peo- ple through the improved setting, which has nearly doubled in size as a result of September: 25 – 26 recent renovations. From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be an opportunity to meet The Guardians and sign their pink fire truck, tour the Hours: 9 – 5 Oncology Center, and visit with represen- tatives from various local cancer-related agencies. Participants are asked to wear Location: 33 Brown Street Whitefield, NH 03598 something pink to show their support for the Pink Heals Tour and breast cancer tel: 603-837-2547 awareness. For more information, call the hospi- (mastercard, visa, cash and checks accepted) tal’s Community Relations office, 356- First come, first serve, this is an event not to be missed! 5461, X388, or visit www.MemorialHospitalNH.org. ▲

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Leanne Smith is back after January injury MWVST Alum Tarberry rips in Chile NORTH CONWAY — Mt. Cortina, Italy. More recently, she just Washington Valley Ski Team alumnus returned from an on-snow speed camp and current Dartmouth College Ski in Portillo, Chile, where she reportedly Team member Ace Tarberry recently skied very well and was up to full speed. posted some stellar results in a ski rac- Leanne has her sights set on the ing series in La Parva, Chile, which fea- Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver tured World Cup skiers from around in February. the globe. The MWVST had a very productive The former Kennett standout’s top series of on-snow training camps at Mt. result was a 5th place SL result on Sept. Hood, Oregon, in July and August. 12. The race was won by Christian The athletes who attended made signif- Simari Birkner of Argentina. On Sept. icant progress in preparation for the 11 against a strong World Cup field, coming competitive season. The next Ace took 9th in the Super Combined on-snow training camp is in November behind the winner, Czech National at Copper Mountain, Colo. Spots are team member Filip Trejbal. Very open for anyone wishing to attend, impressive, considering he started in both kids and adults. Visit 45th position. www.peakperformancecamp.com or call Later in the day, Tarberry took 16th the ski team office at 356-7627 for in the Super G after again starting from more information. 45th position. That race was won by The MWVST will be hosting the Slovenian Team member Alex Glebov. Men’s Development FIS Series at He finished 23rd in the Downhill run Attitash, Dec. 17 through 20. The on Sept. 10 and was 2nd for the USA. series will feature two SLs and two GSs The previous day saw Ace placing 20th and will bring together some of the top in the Downhill behind the winner, talent from around the region. Race David Poisson, of the French team by a workers are needed and can volunteer little over one second. by calling the ski team office at 356- In other MWVST news, Leanne 7627. Smith retuned to on-snow training in That’s the latest news from summer August in New Zealand after tearing ski racing! ▲ Kim Henigan battles for possession in early-season action against Plymouth. The Eagles her ACL last January in a DH in will host St. Thomas on Friday, Sept. 25. (Joshua Spaulding/Mountain Ear Photo) The veteran Eagle coach also praised keeper Brie Roberts for another out- Soccer Girls standing game, as she kept the Eagles in Continued from Page A9 the contest with a number of solid saves on the afternoon. The Eagles traveled to Penacook on Kennett will return to action today, Tuesday, Sept. 15, and came away with a Thursday, Sept. 24, with a matchup 2-1 loss at the hand of the Pride. against Class M White Mountains “We played very well,” Moore noted. Regional in Whitefield at 4 p.m. The “It was a good game.” girls return home to take on St. Thomas In that contest, the Eagles were with- on Friday, Sept. 25, at 4:15 p.m. and out the services of five players, including head to Kingswood for a 4 p.m. contest four starters. Welch and Strong got on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The girls are at St. starting nods and Maddy Smith moved Thomas on Thursday, Oct. 1, at 4:15 back to defense to replace an injured p.m. Taylor Gardella, a big loss for the Eagle “Hopefully Thursday (today) we’ll be girls. up for the task,” Moore noted. And it The hosts took a 1-0 lead at halftime, will be a good test to see how they do but midway through the second half, playing 24 hours later. Liz Major found the back of the net “We just have to be healthy and play from just outside the box to tie the con- the way we know we can play,” he test at one. added. ▲ It stayed that way until the Pride scored on a corner kick to take the lead and held on for the 2-1 win. “We had some chances after that, but we couldn’t cash in,” Moore noted. “They did a pretty good job.”

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A11 Valley Round-Up

Come learn the tales of ‘Two Coots in a Canoe’ White Birch Books to host author David E. Morine Sept. 29 White Birch Books invites readers or “‘Two Coots in a Canoe’ is — nearly tionist if he wanted to canoe the complete strangers. those who just enjoy a good story to stop to the end — a book of laughter, an Connecticut River, Morine said he'd do “When you finish this book, you’ll by their North Conway book store to account of the comic misadventures of it under one condition: no camping. want to drop everything, grab a canoe, meet author David E. Morine on two old friends…” writes Bil Gilbert, "We'll rely on the kindness of and explore your own river,” says Tuesday, Sept. 29, beginning at 7 p.m. author of God Gave Us This Country strangers." And that's what they did. George H. Fenwick, president of the Morine, who spends his summers in and winner of the National Magazine Mooching their way down the river American Bird Conservancy. nearby Lovell, Maine, will be discussing Award. Not to give it all away, but and staying with strangers every night, Find out more about this newly and signing his newest book, “Two Gilbert hints of a surprising ending that Morine and Peard got an inside look at released book — his inspiration for Coots in a Canoe,” described as “an will “shock all readers.” such issues as the demise of farming, the writing it, how living in Maine inspired unusual story of friendship” about two When retired CEO Ramsay Peard, loss of manufacturing, gay rights, and him, and his take on the importance of men who head off in one canoe, but on 61, called his old friend David Morine, Wal-Mart versus Main Street, and they friendship — straight from the author at seemingly different journeys. 59, and asked the longtime conserva- were able to delve deep into the lives of this informal gathering. Morine’s first book, “Vacationland: A Half Century of Summering in Maine,” will also be available. All are welcome at this free event. Light refreshments will be served. ‘Endangered: Wetlands of New Hampshire and Beyond’ opens Oct. 2 White Birch Books is located in North Conway Village just south of the park, Anne Garland to display work at MWV Arts Association across from TD Banknorth. For more information about the event, or to Local oil painter and print maker ings, she is able to lose herself and tion process for Artist of the Month or reserve a copy of “Two Coots in a Anne Garland will be opening her respond fully to the colors, patterns, tex- about the October reception, call 356- Canoe,” call White Birch Books at 356- exhibit, “Endangered: Wetlands of New tures and compositions present in ARTS (2787). More information and 3200 or visit them online at www.white- Hampshire and Beyond,” as the Mt. nature. Her deep concern for the envi- application forms can be found online at birchbooks.com. ▲ Washington Valley Arts Association ronment, its fragility, and beauty were www.mwvarts.org. ▲ (MWVAA) October Artist of the Month the motivators for the creation of the oil on Friday, Oct. 2, at the MWV Visual paintings in this body of work over the Arts Center in Norcross Place. past two years. There will be an opening reception Garland states, “In presenting my from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with light work I wish to encourage others to not refreshments and music by Mountain only to be mindful of the beauty of wet- Top Music Center. “Endangered: lands but also their fragility and essential Wetlands of New Hampshire and contribution to our environment. My Beyond” will be on view through Friday, hope is that viewers will realize the Oct. 23. The MWV Visual Arts Center urgency of becoming active guardians in is generally open Monday through protecting the biodiversity and environ- Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. mental health of these invaluable habi- Nature is Garland’s muse and guide. tats.” By immersing herself in her surround- For questions regarding the applica-

“Birds on a Wire” will be performing at the Lovell Historical Society’s “Fall Harvest” (Courtesy Photo) Saturday, Sept. 27, at the Kimball-Stanford House Lovell Historical Society’s Fall Harvest is a visit to the olden days The Lovell Historical Society will barn and a large bake sale of harvest present “The Fall Harvest,” an enjoy- goodies. Inside the house, there will be able family program focusing on old- an abundant refreshment table and the time fall harvesting practices in the museum will be open. region, on Sunday, Sept. 27, from 1 to 4 Back by popular demand, “Birds on a p.m. Wire” will be performing during the This event should have something of afternoon. This group, comprised of interest for all members of the family. Jenny and Greg Huang-Dale and There will be a demonstration of the Jeanine Loubier, will liven up the barn operation of a cider press, with apples with traditional “fiddle” music. generously donated by Pietree Orchard Anyone interested is invited to attend of Sweden. The Historical Society this fun, delicious and informative event. hopes to have a petting zoo and there The Society is located in the Kimball- will be free pumpkin painting for chil- Stanford House, opposite the Lake dren. Kezar Country Club on Route 5. The Inside the 1839 Kimball-Stanford event is free and open to the public. ▲ House there will be a tool exhibit in the

Page A12 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 In the News

Capital improvements, lower ski school prices and new Cool Cat Pass Program More than just the color of the leaves is changing at Wildcat Mountain PINKHAM NOTCH — With cooler our usual opening date for the Friday after vertical value. Retail lift ticket prices Wildcat Mountain has also lowered the temps and a sense of the coming winter, Thanksgiving, this season’s snowmaking remain what they were the previous season, price on the long-running student Cool autumn is definitely not perceived by the will benefit from the additional investment but skiers and riders will find value-priced Cat season pass program available to every ski industry as one season’s end, but rather on top of last year’s newly purchased low- ski school products and programs for the New England school group to be less than another season’s beginning. Wildcat energy snowmaking guns and efficiency 2009/2010 season. Rates, including group the cost of two teen day lift tickets. Mountain continues to operate the improvements.” lessons, private lessons, Learn-to-Ski/Ride, “At only $109 per pass, I’ve been email- ZipRider, lift-serviced disc golf, and New The buildings and grounds crew have adult and children’s ski school, have been ing and calling the 100 different districts in Hampshire’s highest scenic gondola daily also been working on significant renova- reduced to be more inviting for those look- the state of New Hampshire,” said group through the fall foliage period into late tions to an older building that formerly ing to improve the skills and tactics sought sales person Brian Chamberlain. “This fall, October, but it is the forthcoming season served as the original gondola’s base termi- to enjoy the sport. More notably, and per- it’s very exciting to make this kind of offer of skiing and riding that marks improve- nal. Now used to store the newer, summer haps appealing for the local market during to every SAU that I can contact because it ments and changes. scenic gondola cabins, improvements non-holiday periods, are the lower-priced is so affordable and can also be a great “There is a lot of new snowmaking pipe being made to the base area building will “Aristocat Tuesdays” for persons age 50- means to raise funds for a student organi- currently being set into place on the moun- allow better use of available space, storage, plus and “Ladies Thursdays,” with both zation or program.” tain and more that remains to be done,” and restroom facilities used by the ski programs offering a lift ticket, lesson, and a More information on the Cool Cat pass said General Manager Tom Caughey, school, visiting domestic and international lunch for only $45. program is available at speaking in regard to primarily non-visible, student groups, and during race events. “We have set our price points to be very www.skiwildcat.com/09-coolcat.html. For but costly, improvements taking place at Other changes taking place will only affordable for the coming season,” said further Wildcat Mountain, call 466-3326, Wildcat Mountain. “And looking ahead to bolster Wildcat Mountain’s reputation for Snowsports School Director Rich Russo. or visit skiwildcat.com. ▲ Passages

Gunnar Scott Johnson parents in the world. Anne was the thoroughly used up, totally worn out Births sweetest woman ever and Harold was and screaming Yahoo!! What a ride...” Cailyn Raye Fusco Gunnar Scott Johnson was born on the wild man she loved with all her heart Thank you, dear and wonderful God, Cailyn Raye Fusco was born on July Sept. 1 to Amy Montgomery and Scott for their 57 years together. I’ve had a wonderful life and have 27 to Carissa and Matt Fusco of Eaton. D. Johnson. Kate was born in Rhode Island and enjoyed and appreciated it all and so The 7-pound, 5-ounce girl was born The 9-pound, 10-ounce boy was moved to the Valley in 1970. She look forward to this next adventure with at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. born at Memorial Hospital in North worked at Jade Villa, Slick’s Saloon, you. Thankfully my faith in you has Maternal grandparents are Don and Conway. Kearsarge Metallurgical, Conway Sand helped me through it all. Cindy Barrer of Somersworth. Maternal grandparents are Carol and & Gravel, Country Kitchen Bakery and There will be a Memorial Service at Paternal grandparents are Donna Bill Edmunds of Stow, Maine. the last 16 years at the Memorial the Madison Baptist Church on Sunday, White of Center Conway and Joe Fusco Paternal grandparents are Brenda Hospital O.R. Sept. 27, at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, of Tampa, Fla. Johnson and Armand Roberge of York, To Elaine’s family: thanks for includ- donations may be made to the Madison Cailyn joins brother Cameron at Maine, and Lewis Johnson of Cushing, ing me in the warmth and love of your Baptist Church. home. Maine. wonderful family. To Kevin’s family: thank you for all your love and caring Editor’s Note: Announcements of births, Nirvana Roze Angel Clough Ashlynn Nichole Martin and support that always went way adoptions, engagements, weddings, deaths Nirvana Roze Angel Clough was Ashlynn Nichole Martin was born on beyond. Kate loved her friends and their and memorial services may be sent to the born Aug. 27 to Misty and Matthew Sept. 12 to Kelli and William Martin of travels together, the ocean, Ireland, sun, Passages Editor, c/o The Mountain Ear, Clough of Conway. Bartlett. wind, rainy days at the beach and so P.O. Box 530, Conway, N.H. 03818, or The 7-pound, 10-ounce girl was born The 7-pound, 7-ounce girl was born much more. She was an avid motorcy- emailed to [email protected]. at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. clist since 1978. Items must be submitted by Monday noon Maternal grandparents are Angel and Maternal grandparents are Patti and “Life should not be a journey to the for publication on the following Thursday. Michael Smith of Conway. Randy Sponseller of Grosse Isle, Mich. grave with the intention of arriving safe- We are glad to publish engagement and Paternal grandparents are Delcia and Paternal grandparents are Cheryl ly in an attractive well-preserved body, wedding photos (enclose self-addressed, Donald Clough of Conway. Cook and William Martin of Three but rather to skid in sideways, martini in stamped envelope and kindly print address Dalton joins siblings Teagan, Rivers, Mich. one hand, ice cream in the other, body on back of photo for photo return). Braydon and Toren and home. Shawn Andrew Miller, Jr. Ruth Jeanne Cossette Shawn Andrew Miller, Jr. was born Ruth Jeanne Cossette was born on on Sept. 13 to Lisa Fedone and Shawn Aug. 29 to Therma Jean and Thomas Miller of Madison. Cossette of North Conway. The 7-pound, 2-ounce boy was born The 6-pound, 10-ounce girl was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. Maternal grandparents are Therman Deaths and Mildred Holliway of Kansas City, Kate Walker Missouri. Kate Walker passed away on Sept. 21. Paternal grandmother is Jeanne She is survived by her life partner Elaine Cossette of Hudson. Shackford, who brought her peace, love Ruth joins siblings Thomas, Aaron and much joy. She is survived by her son, and Joel at home. Kris Walker, who she loved with all her heart and always made her life an adven- Matthew Russell Fowler ture; Kris, “you’re simply the best”; a Matthew Russell Fowler was born on brother, Peter Lamoureux, of Fairfield, Aug. 31 to Kate and Kenny Fowler of Iowa; predeceased by her oldest brother, North Conway. Gary Lamoureux: you both made my The 7-pound, 4-ounce boy was born life an adventure. Nieces, from Iowa and at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. Mass., that have always amazed me with Maternal grandparents are Glenn their awesome perspective of life. and Mary Merrow of Center Conway. Kate was married to Kevin Walker, Paternal grandparents are Russell the most intelligent, interesting and fair Kohrs of Lewiston, Maine and Lisa man she had ever known. Her parents Fowler of Madison. were Harold and Anne Lamoureux of Rhode Island, without a doubt the best Caleb Marshall Macomber Caleb Marshall Macomber was born on Sept. 6 to Jennifer Keyser and Justin Macomber of North Conway. The 6-pound, 13-ounce boy was born at Memorial Hospital in North Conway. Maternal grandparents are Karen and James Keyser of Fryeburg, Maine. Paternal grandparents are Pam Charles of Willis, Tex., and Tim Macomber of Boston, Mass.

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A13 12th Annual Jen’s Friends Climb Against Cancer (Photos by Donna Marie Dolan, Dick Pollock and Brad Ball)

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Page A14 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 On a day perfect for hiking, more than 500 participants (and 100 dogs) took to the slopes of the Mount Cranmore Ski Resort on Saturday, Sept. 19. According to hike coordina- tor Deb Jasien, at least $67,000 was raised by the hikers. The participants were treated to a ZUMBA exercise workout to warm up at the start of the climb and were entertained at the summit by Stacy Sand on acoustic guitar and the Jeanne Limmer Dancers. All hikers were also treated to lunch once they returned to the base and relaxed to the sounds of The Mango Grove Steel Band. At the closing ceremonies for the event, outgoing Jen’s Friends Foundation President Claire Flynn was honored for her six years of serv- ice. Michele Rober of 121 Fitness was the master of ceremonies for the event and spoke of her own families recent personal loss due to cancer. Founders of Jen’s Friends, David and Maria Vale were also on hand. The Foundation provides non medical assistance to cancer patients from the Valley. It is the mission of Jen's Friends Cancer Foundation (JFCF) to maintain the quality of life, to promote healing, and to empower clients and families to be active partic- ipants in their fight against cancer. ▲

The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A15 Valley Round-Up

MWV Career and Technical Center at Kennett High School Fall 2009 Adult Education Classes to begin Oct. 5 The Mount Washington Valley Introduction to Tai Chi with Don Fries, Out Your Point and Shoot Camera and Career and Technical Center at Kennett and Rubber Stamping with Debbie How To Figure Out Your SLR Digital High School is once again offering class- Eastman. Camera with Paul Dumas, Beginning es in adult education. New classes being offered this term are Woodworking with Simon Thomas, Yoga Classes being offered include Introduction to Dreamweaver with Rick for the Back and Hips and Yoga for the Introduction to Computers, Introduction Biche, Introduction to Digital Recording Back, Neck and Shoulders with Allison On Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m to Computers for Seniors, Introduction and Digital Recording and Mixing with Cooke, Getting Paid to Talk, Making the Remick Country Doctor Museum and to Word, Microsoft Excel for Beginners, Jason Fougere, Conversational German Money with Your Voice by Voice Farm will host an Air Paint Out and Wet QuickBooks, Digital Photography Basics, for Beginners and Intermediate German Coaches, and Buying a Home in Today’s Sale with the N.H. Plein Air Introduction to Computer-Aided Design with Marcia Uhl, Learn French with Market and Reverse Mortgage for Extra . (Courtesy Photo) and Drafting (CAD), Build Your Own Annalisa Weygandt, Basic Artisan Bread Computer, Beginning Web Site Design, Building with Tom Burt, How To Figure ADULT ED continues Page A19 Building, Adobe Photoshop Workshop I, Air Paint Out English for Speakers of Other Languages (Multi-Level), Basic Auto Repair, and Wet Sale Household Electricity: Basic AC-DC Electricity, Yoga for Everyone and Fitness Heather Pierson leads Tuesday evening drum circles N.H. Plein for Life. The Career and Tech Center is once Air Painters at again offering Microsoft Office, Weekly drum circle at PowerPoint I, and PowerPoint II with Lianne Boelzner, Introduction to Basic White Mountain Hypnosis Center Remick Museum Wine Knowledge and Introduction to American Sign Language with Don Vessel Recordings artist Heather Through the use of voice and drums, on Oct. 3 Poulin, Computer Networking with Pierson is hosting an ongoing weekly she welcomes those of all ages who seek Michael Davidson; Introduction to drum circle at the White Mountain to incorporate the powerful and healing On Saturday, Oct. 3, from 10 a.m. to Machining with John Berg, Beginning Hypnosis Center on Route 113 in force of music and rhythm into their 4 p.m., the Remick Country Doctor Woodturning with Ed Good, Madison. lives. Pierson lives and composes in the Museum and Farm will host an Air Mount Washington Valley. Through Paint Out and Wet Sale with the N.H. her work as a recording and performing Plein Air (painting landscapes every- artist, she has released four CDs which where in N.H. and in the region) Workshop to stress essential elements of painting are currently receiving international painters. distribution. Guests can roam the property to view MWVAA presents pastel workshop The weekly sessions will be held artists’ work in progress as they find every Tuesday evening at 7 p.m. and the their muse from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. fee is $5 per person. Participants are From 2:30 to 4 p.m. there will be a free Oct. 2 through 4 welcome to drop in any or every week. Art Gallery viewing of their created Laureen Wondolowski will be offer- for gathering ‘truthful information’ of For more information, call 207-935- pieces. Find artwork that will hold a for- ing a two-and-a-half-day pastel work- the landscape.” 4505 or e-mail vesselrecordings@ ever story in your home and where 30 yahoo.com. Learn more about Pierson percent of the sale price goes to support shop for the Mt. Washington Valley “The Mt. Washington Valley Arts ▲ Arts Association (MWVAA), on Oct. 2 Association is pleased to be offering a by visiting www.heatherpierson.com. the Remick Museum and Farm. through 4. In this class, students will class in this medium. Laureen’s exten- On the same day at 10 a.m., join us as paint the landscape, both indoors and sive background and experience will we set the stage with the Conway Area outdoors (weather permitting) with soft make this class a great learning experi- Humane Society for a free Blessing pastels using the plein air technique. ence for beginner and intermediate Ceremony for pets and their owners at Registration deadline is Friday, Sept. pastel painters,” said Jan Eskedal, Doctor Remick’s Racetrack field on 26 25. Board President. Great Hill Road in Tamworth, a stone’s Plein air painting has long been an The registration deadline for the throw from the Remick Museum and essential element for artists. To paint soft pastel workshop is Friday, Sept. 25. Farm. The first 20 visitors will receive a convincingly, artists must work from The class will take place on Friday, Oct. free doggie goodie bag from Four Your direct observation to view first hand, 2, from 6 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 3, Paws Only! The ceremony will be subtle changes in value and color tem- and Sunday, Oct. 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 led by a multi-denominational group of perature as well as the nuances of light. p.m. at the MWV Visual Arts Center, Clergy from MWV. After the Pet These subtleties are not captured by 16 Norcross Place in North Conway. Blessing, tour with the Clergy to the use of photographs alone. The class is $160 for members and Remick Farm where they will bless the In this workshop learn how to gath- $185 for non-members. A materials list Remick’s Farm Animals, including the er information and create on-location is available. Scholarships are also avail- many new babies this year! sketches; how to simplify the intent for able. Complete information on classes, For more information about both special events, call 323-7591 or visit a painting by drawing quick thumbnail events and scholarships can be found ▲ sketches; how to block in value masses, online at mwvarts.org or by calling 356- online at www.remickmuseum.org. ▲ Heather Pierson leads weekly drum circle with a focus on design. Wondolwoski ARTS (2787). sessions on Tuesday evenings. notes, “plein air painting is important (Courtesy Photo)

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Page A16 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 Participants will keep their eyes and ears wide open all over Tamworth ACT to host Sketch and Poem Crawl for all ages, Oct. 3 Arts Council of Tamworth and from veteran artists to first time ACT! for KIDS invite you to partici- sketchers. Any age!” pate in Tamworth’s first multigenera- First-timers who would like guid- tional Sketch and Poem Crawl on ance can participate in a brief work- Saturday, Oct. 3, from 1 to 4:30 p.m., shop (or two) with writer-artists at the Tamworth Town House and all Louise Wrobleski and/or Peggy over town. Participants will endeavor Johnson. Wrobleski, a literacy consult- NORTH CONWAY VILLAGE CONWAY LAKE AREA to see how much art and poetry one ant and one of the directors of the Antique home with, 3.94 Ac. Cute as a button, 2 bedrooms and community can create in one after- U.N.H. Literacy Institute, is present- water/septic at street, 2 lots of loft, screened room, includes existing noon. Bring the kids, bring your par- ing the drawing part of the workshop ents or grandparents, bring friends and “because I don’t have any artistic train- record, excellent development mooring in cove at the beach, pine neighbors, or come alone and meet ing but want to show that anyone can potential, walk to village. interior, fireplace. some, for a fun afternoon of creative do this because it is fun.” $229,800 $137,000 MLS 2777958 expression and playful work. Johnson, a poet and painter and MLS 2761456 The Tamworth Sketch and Poem more, is presenting the poetry work- Crawl takes its inspiration from the shop. Her poem, “Monday Morning,” 6 MAIN STREET • CONWAY • OFFICE (603) 447-6644 • CELL (603) 662-6831 SketchCrawl, the international draw- and one of her paintings appear on the www.kgregston.com ing marathons that are the brainchild cover of ACT’s 2009-2010 program of Enrico Casarosa, an Italian artist liv- guide. ing in San Francisco. Several years ago In addition, several communal art Casarosa decided to do a day of intense projects will be set up around town to drawing around his city, to “record drop in on, and the Tamworth nonstop everything I could around me Congregational Church will be open with my pencil and watercolors. A for folks who want a silent place to drawn journal filled with details rang- work for some or all of the time. At ing from all the coffee I drank to the 3:30 p.m., participants will gather at different buses I took.” Casarosa real- the Town House for refreshments and GAMBREL STYLE HOME with ten ized it would be more fun and interest- sharing of work. Samples of partici- rooms for your family and friends to ing to do the marathon with other pants’ work will remain on display for enjoy. Close to valley activities and just artists, and soon after SketchCrawl the month of October at the Cook over a mile to the Conway Lake Beach. became a worldwide event, with people Memorial Library. MLS# 2799797 ...... $139,500 all over taking part in drawing The Sketch and Poem Crawl also marathons and then sharing their serves as the unofficial kickoff to the results with their local SketchCrawl Cook Memorial Library’s Sketchbook groups and in an online forum. Project, which is based on the national CLOSE TO ALL VALLEY ACTIVITIES IN “Giving yourself this kind of man- Sketchbook Project (www.arthousec- date for a full day changes the way you oop.com/sketchbookproject). NORTH CONWAY is this mobile home in look around you,” Casarosa says. “It Sketchbook Project participants will very good condition (built in 2000) on its own makes you stop and see things just a receive a 24-page 9- by 12-inch sketch- lot with three bedrooms, two baths. tad longer, just a bit deeper.” Visit book to fill, using any media, during MLS #2783920 ...... $99,500 www.sketchcrawl.com to see drawings the month of October. Participants from over 90 locations around the then have a couple of weeks to scan world. their work before turning the sketch- Because we have so many writers as book in to the library, where it will LAND wells as artists in our community, ACT become part of the permanent collec- SACO RIVER RUN- New Subdivision in Conway. Underground power cable has expanded its Crawl to include writ- tion and be on display during & telephone. 39 Lots priced from $59,900 to $72,500 ing as well as drawing. The rules are December. BABBLING BROOK with over 3 Acres of land close to skiing at King Pine and the same, however: “There are no For more info about the Sketchbook access to a beach. Approved septic plan. MLS #2785297...... $39,500 rules: Anyone can participate, be it to Project, contact the library at 323- ▲ draw [or write] for 20 minutes or the 8510 or www.tamworthlibrary.org. We’re Looking For NEW LISTINGS!! Call Us If You Have A Property To Sell! full day. Any level of ability is welcome, “We know the land – We’ve lived here all our lives”

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The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Page A17 Valley Round-Up

Wildcat Mountain hosts premiere of Meathead Films’ ‘Wild Stallions’ Reaffirm your love of skiing on Columbus Day Weekend Filmed exclusively in the Eastern Conway, the Meathead Films crew will uled 7 p.m. film screening for the $249 U.S. and Canada while following the premiere the film in the Wildcat one-time/one-night-only Black Cat finest regional freeskiing athletes to Mountain Pub (open for the premiere midweek, non-holiday season pass offer spectacular terrain, Meathead Films and sponsored by Tuckerman Brewing or other pass purchase needs. “Wild Stallions” features many familiar Company) with plenty of great gear and There will be no admission charged New England resorts, Tuckerman goods to give away and raffle. for this event and more information is Ravine, and more. Fresh backcountry The Wildcat Express scenic gondola available at skiwildcat.com. A complete footage is coupled with innovative park and ZipRider will be operating, weather list of all tour stop locations, dates, and and urban skiing. What the East lacks in permitting, as normally scheduled for the movie trailer can be viewed on meat- vertical drop, Meathead Films makes up the long weekend, offering incredible headfilms.com, as well as the skitheeast. A fall foliage for in finding tight tree skiing, deep and unique views of the fall foliage, and net community website. ▲ powder, unique jump sites, creative staff will be available prior to the sched- mountain bike tour urban terrain, and of course, die-hard of the Mount locals. Boasting one of the larger movie Washington Valley tours in the industry, “Wild Stallions” will premiere at Wildcat Mountain on Bach’s Art of Fugue home concert the Saturday evening of Columbus Day Pre-register early weekend, Oct. 10. Prior to the film planned for Oct. 16 beginning at 7 p.m., Wildcat Mountain for Bike for is offering everyone a one-time/one- This October, organists Jon Gillock and renowned work. night-only opportunity to purchase Dean Kauffman will join forces in These two performers will present the Books event their Black Cat midweek, non-holiday Celebration and Homage to the Life and piece as a work for piano/four-hands pass at the early price of $249 before the Heritage of their esteemed teacher and (sometimes on one piano, other times on film. Currently priced at $299, the mentor, John Cowell. two) as arranged by Bruno Seidlhofer for on Oct. 10 Black Cat and all other available season Seven concerts in all, the tour will take the Neue Bachgesellschaft in 1937. To passes will increase from the mid-price them from Jackson to Seattle, Wash. One purists, this may seem strange, since the The North Conway Public level to regular rates on the deadline of of the two concerts held in New piano did not exist during the time of Bach. Library will hold its seventh annual Oct. 16. Hampshire will be given on Friday, Oct. But, to these performers, the piano seems Bike for Books fund raiser on Filmed in High Definition, 16mm, 16, at 7:30 p.m., for the Mountain Top like an ideal medium for purely musical Saturday, Oct. 10. This scenic moun- and Super 8mm film formats, “Wild Music Center Series at a private residence reasons. ▲ tain bike tour of the Mount Stallions” is truly a unique mix of visual in Jackson. Tickets are $35 and are avail- Washington Valley during peak fall mediums. Last year’s offering from able by calling 447-4737, e-mail music@ foliage season offers different route Meathead Films, Head For The Hills, mountaintopmusic.org or online at www.mo- options to accommodate various abil- was another forward move for the untaintopmusic.org. ity levels from novice to expert Burlington, Vt.-based crew, and “Wild Gillock (internationally known espe- mountain biker and for children. Stallions” is sure to stir up similar cially for his interpretations of Messiaen) The tour will begin between 8:30 excitement in the industry and get you and Kauffman, Cowell’s first organ stu- and 10:30 a.m. and is expected to excited for the winter season. dents at the University of Arkansas, will conclude by early afternoon — every To be shown on a 100-inch big perform J. S. Bach’s epic masterpiece Die participant can choose his or her own screen provided by Cinemaesque Home Kunst der Fuge (The Art of Fugue) a Musicians Jon Gillock and Dean route and own pace, since this is a Theatre Company located in North rarely heard live performance of this Kauffman (Courtesy Photo) tour and not a race. The mountain bike trails will be well-marked, nobody will get lost. Food and drinks along the way will be provided to all participants. All bikers and volunteers will receive a book, a bike bottle, and are invited to a free big lunch at the fin- ish where Elvio’s pizza, ice cream from Abbott’s/Ben & Jerry’s, coffee from Frontside Grind, and more will be served. Many local businesses, restaurants, and ski areas have donat- ed numerous free giveaways and gift certificates. Saturday Sunday Participants should be on a moun- October 4 tain bike with knobby, fat tires and October 3 children should have some off-road 10 am to 5 pm 10 am to 5 pm cycling experience. A benefit for the library, the regis- tration fee is $20 for individuals, $30 for couples, $35 for families, and $10 for students 17 and under. $5 off for pre-registration by Oct. 4 — forms may be picked up at the North Conway Public Library or down- loaded at www.NorthConwayLibrary.com. Registration on the day of the event will be held at the John Fuller School from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. For more information, check www.NorthConwayLibrary.com or contact the library at 356-2961. ▲

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Page A18 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 Enjoy fabulous foliage, gourmet lunch, and the beauty of the notches CSRR Kiwanis Express to support Starting Point, Oct. 18 Starting Point recently announced it is Crawford Notch to Fabyan Station is of the abuse, and promote resiliency for Patch on the way up and another stop to to be the beneficiary this year of the second being chartered by the Kiwanis Club of kids. photograph the train as it passes by at annual Kiwanis Autumn Express, taking Mt. Washington Valley to benefit chil- The train departs from Conway Scenic’s Wiley Brook. Each guest will receive the place on Sunday, Oct. 18. dren’s services at Starting Point. This is a North Conway station at 10 a.m. and gift of a free photograph taken in a color- The Express offers rail fans and foliage non-profit organization that provides serv- returns at approximately 4:30 p.m. There ful harvest arch as a souvenir of the trip. lovers alike a unique excursion unlike any ices to victims of domestic and sexual vio- will be a brief stop at Crawford’s Station Passengers may also bid on riding in the other. Passengers will enjoy spectacular fall lence and their children through advocacy before the train continues to Bretton engine as fireman for the trip. colors and a fascinating commentary of the and support. Starting Point and Kiwanis Woods, past the Mt. Washington Hotel to Fares are the same for adults and chil- history and beauty of the notches while share the belief that helping children build Fabyan Station, where there will be anoth- dren: Coach $60; First Class $75; Dome enjoying a gourmet lunch. and strengthen relationships is one of the er brief stop before the journey home. $100. Included in the fares are appetizers, This special excursion through most effective ways to mitigate the impact There will be a stop at the Pumpkin a box lunch prepared by Chef’s Market, desserts, and a souvenir photo. A cash bar will also be available. There also will be a ‘So You Think You Know North Conway’ 50/50 raffle and a silent auction on board the train. Businesses wishing to make a donation to the auction should contact North Conway Community Center fundraiser set for Oct. 24 Starting Point prior to the event. On Saturday, Oct. 24, the North village map. The locations they will be vis- The fee is $25 per person or $100 per Tickets may be purchased online at Conway Community Center is launching iting all have historic significance to the team. As this is a walking fundraiser, age www.conwayscenic.com. To learn more the first annual “So You Think You Know North Conway area. The intent is to have levels are at the discretion of the team. about Starting Point, visit www.starting North Conway?” fundraising event. fun and learn a little about the area. All Contact Ryan at the North Conway pointnh.org. For more information on the Community Center for more information Kiwanis Club of Mount Washington This unique fundraiser requires 24 teams must provide a digital camera to ▲ teams of four to decipher clues given to complete required pictures for clue at 356-2096. ▲ Valley, go to www.mwv kiwanis.org. them at various locations throughout responses. The winning categories will North Conway. Teams will have a stag- include: the fastest time, the fastest time gered start beginning at NCCC where with the least “buy a clue” points, etc. they will receive their first clue and their Team registration started on Sept. 21. 323-4621. Adult Ed Classes will start the week of Oct. 5, with registration being held in the lobby Continued from Page A16 of the Career and Technical Center at the Fryeburg Fish and Game Association new Kennett High School from 3 to 7:30 Income or Home Purchase with Randy p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 29, Wednesday, host basic rifle course Guida. Sept. 30, and Thursday, Oct. 2. Once again the Center is sponsor- For additional information on the The Fryeburg Fish and Game Participants will learn about firearm ing the GED Tutorial program. For Adult Education Program, call Pat Association will host an NRA Basic safety, parts and operation, shooting information on or to register for the Philbrick, Adult Education Coordinator Rifle Course on Oct. 17 and 18. The fundamentals, care and cleaning, stor- GED program, call Susan Hagerstrom at at 447-3729. ▲ course will be taught by area NRA age options, selection and more. Certified Instructors and will cover the The length of the course is approxi- basics of safe gun handling and shoot- mately 14 hours, including home study ing suitable to the novice hunter or overnight. shooter that wants to improve their The course is limited to 16 students Now Come skills. and pre-registration is required. The course will emphasize the safe For details on the course, call Mike offering try our and proper handling and use of rifles. Jegreus at (207) 647-9486. ▲ horsedrawn NEW carriage fall Healthcare Forum set for Oct. 4 rides! at Sandwich Central School 4 to 6pm menu The public is invited to a focused con- health services. Call items! versation on the future of health care for Finally, Representative Ed Butler, Chair New Hampshire families and businesses of the N.H. Legislature’s Commerce to Reserve... 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10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Antiques appraised charges are What to Do $10 for one piece, $18 for two and $25 for three. Additional pieces are $8. For more information, Friday 25 call TMCC at 447-6991. A.A. Meetings. There are several AA Meetings Ceramic Bead Workshop. The Mt. Washington held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- Valley Arts Association will offer a one day work- 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near shop on ceramic beads from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the you. MWV Visual Arts Center in Norcross Place in Al-Anon. From 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Center, North Conway. The cost of the workshop is $50 corner of White Mountain Highway and Grove for members and $70 for non-members. For more Street in North Conway. information or to register for the workshop, call Bingo Every Friday. The VFW Post #6783 in 356-2787. Lovell, Maine will hold bingo every Friday. Early Crafty Kids Workshop. The Effingham Public Bird Games start at 6:30 p.m. and Regular Games Library will host the second workshop in the start at 7 p.m. For more information, contact David Crafty Kids series on cartoons at 10 a.m. Children at 207-935-7807 or 207-890-9222. age eight and older are welcome to participate and Community Food Center. The create their own comics or cartoon. For more Sandwich/Tamworth Community Food Center information, call the library at 539-1537. based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Freedom Food Pantry. Open every Saturday from he Arts Council of Tamworth will pres- Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem in concert. T and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon, except for holi- Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian ent Rani Arbo and daisy mayhem in concert on Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Barnstormers days. Church in Freedom Village. For more information Theatre in Tamworth at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for students and kids Knights of Columbus Monthly Supper. The call 539-2637. under 12 are free. To make your reservation or for more information, go online to Knights of Columbus will hold their monthly sup- Harvest Festival at the Remick Country Doctor www.artstamworth.org. (Courtesy Photo) per from 5 to 7 p.m. at Our Lady of the Mountains Museum. Harvest festivals have been a part of cul- Church in North Conway. The menu includes tural traditions all over the world since the begin- roast pork served with mashed potatoes, vegetables nings of agricultural practices. These festivals cele- The event is free and open to the public. For more Gibson Center Programs. The Gibson Center and applesauce. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for brate not only the completion of field work for the information, call 207-925-2291. for Senior Services in North Conway offers a num- children. year, but also the end of one season and the begin- Pancake Breakfast. Mount WashingtonValley ber of activities and informational programs for Promotions will hold a pancake breakfast at the seniors, including yoga and mobility classes, a Red and Gold Cabaret. The Singers Workshop ning of the next. Sample the rewards of the farmer’s Masonic Lodge on Main Street in North Conway game day, computer labs, dances, support groups, will celebrate Indian summer with a two-hour show labor in delicious historic recipes. Try your hand at from 8 to 11 a.m. Tickets are $5 per person and movies, health related service programs and trips. at 7:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow at The historic harvesting techniques. Come celebrate guests are encouraged to bring a non-perishable Call 356-3231 for details. Denmark Arts Center in Denmark, Maine. Enjoy from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the bounty of the growing food item to donate to the local food pantry. For an evening of Broadway tunes, jazz favorites, pop- season in time-honored fashion with craft making, Life Drawing Sessions. The Mt. Washington more information, call Lisa at 374-6241. ular classics as well as timeless oldies. Admission is music and community spirit. Free admission. Call Valley Arts Association located at Norcross Circle $12 per person and proceeds benefit the Arts 323-7591 or visit www.remickmuseum.org. Yoga Classes. An eclectic style of Kripalu Yoga is in North Conway will hold life drawing session on Center. For more information, call 207-452-2057. MWV High Performance Tricycle Grand Prix offered every day except Fridays by Carlene of the second and fourth Mondays of the month from Symmetree Yoga. The groups will practice Hatha 6 to 8 p.m. The class is $10 per session for mem- Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark Race. Cranmore Mountain Resort in North yoga postures paired with breath, meditation and bers and $12 for non-members. Artists should Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 to Conway will host the first MWV High relaxation. Classes are $13 per person. Times and bring their own materials including the medium of 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- Performance Tricycle Grand Prix Race at 1 p.m. locations vary throughout the Valley. For more choice and a drawing board. For more information 2200. Teams and costumes are encouraged. Bikes will be provided and helmets are required. Proceeds will information or to schedule a class, contact Carlene or to register, call 356-2787. Story Time in Effingham. The Effingham Public benefit the Red Parka scholarship and Mount at 662-8664 or on the web at www.symmetreeyo- Preschool Story Time in Lovell. The Charlotte Library hosts infant and toddler story time from 11 Washington Valley Bike Path. For more informa- ga.com. Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell, Maine is hold- to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 539-1537. tion or to register, call 986-5706 or 383-4344. Monday 28 ing story time for preschoolers age five and under Saturday 26 Puppy Playgroup. At Four Your Paws Only locat- on Mondays at 10 a.m. For more information call ed on White Mountain Highway next to Agape Food Pantry. Agape Food Pantry is open 207-925-3177. 7th and 8th Grade Dance. The Kennett Middle D’Angelo’s Street in North Conway from 11 a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., Quilt Making. The Freedom Christian Church School cheerleaders will hold a dance for 7th and to noon. All puppies must be on a leash and up to located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on Ladies Guild will meet every Monday, weather 8th graders at the North Conway Community date on vaccines. No aggressive dogs please! For Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee. permitting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to make quilts Center from 7 to 9 p.m. Admission is $5. Proceeds more information call 356-7297. Argentine Tango Class. Join Isabel Costa at the for charity. Bring a bag lunch. All welcome, no will be used to purchase uniforms and equipment. Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem in Concert. The North Conway Community Center for tango les- matter age or ability. For more information call 12th Annual Walk for the Animals and Bark and Arts Council of Tamworth will present Rani Arbo sons. Beginners meet at 5 p.m. Intermediate Pauline at 539-4709. the Park. The 12th Anniversary of this great event and Daisy Mayhem in concert at the Barnstormers dancers meet at 6 p.m. Classes are $10 per person. Spanish Lessons. Learn conversational Spanish to benefit Conway Area Humane Society gets Theatre in Tamworth at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 No partner necessary. New students welcome. For with Isabel Costa every Monday at the Met in underway at 9 a.m. in Schouler Park in North for adults, $10 for students and kids under 12 are more information, call 383-9403. North Conway. Beginners will meet at 2:45 p.m. Conway Village. Start now collecting pledges for free. To make your reservation or for more infor- Billiard Tournament. Rafferty’s Restaurant and and intermediates will meet at 3:45 p.m. New stu- the walk, and win great prizes! Visit conwayshel- mation go online to www.artstamworth.org. Pub located on Kearsarge Street in North Conway dent welcome. The cost is $10 per person/per les- ter.org to find out about creating your own person- will hold an 8-ball billiard tournament on Mondays son. For more information or to signup, call 383- al online pledge page. The Bark in the Park Pet Valley Vision Golf Tournament. The First at 7 p.m. Single elimination, winner takes all. For 9403. Expo follows the walk in Schouler Park. For fur- Annual “Roll That Ball’ Valley Vision Golf tourna- more information, call 356-6460. ther information call the shelter 447-5955 or 447- ment will be held at the Lake Kezar Country Club. Square Dance Workshop. The Mount 5605. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. and will be played in the Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking Group Washington Valley Stompers Square Dance Club “best ball” format. The fee is $65 per person and at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks 1/2 to 1 will hold a workshop every Monday from 7 to 9 Annual Concert and Dessert Social. The includes greens fees, golf cart and a barbeque at mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Rain or p.m. at the Conway Elementary School in Conway. Madison Church will hold its annual concert and Ebenezer’s Pub. People wishing to participate can snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear comfortable The caller will be Darrell Sprague. For more dessert social at 6 p.m. for the pre-concert party call Valley Vision at 356-8941. shoes and warm clothes. For more information call information, call 447-5527. followed by the concert at 7 p.m. Desserts will be Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068. served after the concert. Tickets are $12 per per- Sunday 27 Zumba Dance Classes. Dotti Aiello will present son. For reservations, call 367-4705. Child care is Conway Dinner Bell. Conway Dinner Bell at the Zumba Dance Class lessons every Monday, available and donations are appreciated. Fall Harvest. The Lovell Historical Society in Congregational Church (brown church) on Main Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at various locations Lovell, Maine will present an enjoyable program Street in Conway Village serves a free community throughout the Valley. Class is $5 per person with Antique Appraisal Day. Tin Mountain focusing on old-time fall harvesting practices in the dinner from 5 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. For infor- multi-class discount cards available. For class loca- Conservation Center will hold an antique appraisal region from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Kimball-Stanford mation call 447-3851. tions and more information, call 978-790-3375 or day at the Nature Learning Center in Albany from House. Birds on a Wire will perform fiddle music. 383-8264. Tuesday 29 AARP Driver Safety Program. The VFW #8270 and Auxiliary will host the AARP Driver Safety Program today and tomorrow from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Ossipee Concerned Citizens Center located at 1 Dore Street in Center Ossipee. The course is designed for people over 50. The fee for the course is $12 for members and $14 for non-members. For Ride through the countryside of Mt. Washington Valley more information or to register for the class, call the Ossipee Recreation Center at 539-1307. Model Railroad Open House. The North Daily Departures leave from the North Conway Station Conway Model Railroad Club will have a public * open house every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Conway: 10:30 am, 1:30 & 4:30 pm Daily (55 Mins RT) until mid-October at their layout room in the * Freight House of the Conway Scenic Railroad in Bartlett: 11:30 am & 2:30 pm Daily (1 3/4 Hrs RT) North Conway Village from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. See model railroading come to life. Free Sunset departures w/Dining Car “Chocorua: admission and donations accepted. For more infor- 6 pm Tues., Thurs., & Sat. mation, call 356-3416. Managing Money in Tough Times. The *Dining Car “Chocorua” – Lunch served daily 11:30 am to Bartlett; 1:30 pm to Conway U.N.H. Cooperative Extension Service will hold a workshop on managing money in tough times from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the Memorial Hospital Conference Room in North Conway. There is no “Notch Train” charge to participate but pre-registration is 11:00 am daily – Crawford / Fabyan’s required. For more information or to sign up, call 356-5461, ext. 104. Story Time in Tamworth. The Cook Memorial Library offers a story time for young children from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the first three Tuesdays of each month. For more information call 323-8510. Wednesday 30 Cancer Support Group. Every third Wednesday a cancer support group will meet at Saco River In the heart of North Conway Village Medical Group located on Greenwood Avenue in Conway from 7 to 8 p.m. Cancer patients, care- For more information call 603-356-5251 givers, family members and previous patients are or visit our website at www.conwayscenic.com for online reservations invited to attend. This is free and open to the pub-

Page A20 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 Valley Vision Channel 3 Schedule: 9:00AM CONWAY GARAGE COMMITTEE (9/24) 29 Tuesday subject to change 12:00PM SPORTS BAR 9:00AM FOOTBALL: FRYEBURG VS WELLS SEPT 25 TO OCT 1, 2009 12:30PM ALL THINGS GROWING 12:00PM FOOTBALL: KENNETT VS HANOVER (Schedule Subject to Change) 1:00PM ALL THINGS GROWING 3:00PM G.A.C.I.T. MEETING (9/24) website: www.vv3tv.org 1:30PM HONOR OF OUR PEOPLE 5:00PM phone: 603-356-8941 3:00PM CONWAY GARAGE COMMITTEE 7:00PM PAWPRINTS 7:30PM DAVID EMERSON MEMORIAL SER- (9/24) 25 Friday subject to change VICE 5:00PM NH EXECUTIVE COUNCIL (9/9) 8:30PM VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH 6:00AM CONWAY BUDGET COMMITTEE 7:00PM FOOTBALL: KENNETT VS HANOVER (9/23) 9:30PM TBA 9:15PM CONWAY BUDGET COMMITTEE (9/23) 8:35AM YOUR WORKOUT 8:35AM YOUR WORKOUT 9:00AM SPORTS BAR 9:00AM RECREATION WEEKLY 30 Wednesday subject to change 9:30AM ALL THINGS GROWING 27 Sunday 9:30AM BREAKFAST WITH PHIL 10:00AM ALL THINGS GROWING subject to change 6:00AM TBA 10:00AM THE CLEAN PLATE 10:30AM HONOR OF OUR PEOPLE 6:00AM CONWAY BUDGET COMMITTEE 8:35AM YOUR WORKOUT 10:30AM REMEMBER WHEN CLASSIC (9/23) 12:00PM RECREATION WEEKLY 9:00AM PAWPRINTS 12:00PM PAWPRINTS 8:35AM YOUR WORKOUT 12:30PM BREAKFAST WITH PHIL 9:30AM DAVID EMERSON MEMORIAL SER- 12:30PM DAVID EMERSON MEMORIAL 9:00AM FOOTBALL: KENNETT VS HANOVER 1:00PM THE CLEAN PLATE VICE SERVICE 12:00PM RECREATION WEEKLY 10:30AM VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH 1:30PM PAWPRINTS 1:30PM VALLEY CHRISTIAN CHURCH 12:30PM BREAKFAST WITH PHIL 12:00PM KENNETT FOOTBALL 3:00PM CONWAY BUDGET COMMITTEE (9/23) 3:00PM CONWAY SELECTMEN (9/29) 1:00PM THE CLEAN PLATE 3:00PM TBA 5:00PM SPORTS BAR 5:00PM RECREATION WEEKLY 1:30PM PAWPRINTS 4:45PM FRYEBURG ACADEMY FOOTBALL 5:30PM ALL THINGS GROWING 5:30PM BREAKFAST WITH PHIL 6:00PM ALL THINGS GROWING 3:00PM G.A.C.I.T. MEETING (9/24) 7:00PM RECREATION WEEKLY 6:00PM THE CLEAN PLATE 6:30PM HONOR OF OUR PEOPLE 5:00PM FOOTBALL: KENNETT VS HANOVER 7:30PM BREAKFAST WITH PHIL 6:30PM REMEMBER WHEN CLASSIC 7:00PM CONWAY GARAGE COMMITTEE (9/24) 7:00PM FOOTBALL: FRYEBURG VS WELLS 8:00PM THE CLEAN PLATE 7:00PM SPORTS BAR 9:00PM CONWAY PLANNING BOARD (9/24) 9:15PM G.A.C.I.T. MEETING (9/24) 8:30PM REMEMBER WHEN CLASSIC 9:00PM CONWAY SELECTMEN (9/29 7:30PM REMEMBER WHEN CLASSIC 8:00PM REMEMBER WHEN CLASSIC 26 Saturday subject to change 28 Monday subject to change 8:30PM HONOR OF OUR PEOPLE 6:00AM CONWAY PLANNING BOADR (9/24) 6:00AM FOOTBALL: FRYEBURG VS WELLS 1 Thursday subject to change 9:00PM NORTH CONWAY WATER 8:35AM YOUR WORKOUT 8:35AM YOUR WORKOUT 6:00AM CONWAY SELECTMEN (9/29) PRECINCT (9/30)

lic. For more information, call Donnarae at 356- Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068. and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday information contact the museum at 323-323-7591. 3448. Fall Trail Running Series. Great Glen Trails in evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays. Sketch and Poem Crawl. The Arts Council of Community Coffee Klatch. Meets at the Pinkham Notch will hold the Salomon Fall Trail Ghoullog Halloween Haunted Chairlift Rides. Tamworth and ACT for Kids will hold Sketch and Chocorua Public Library from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Running Series every Thursday through Oct. 8. Cranmore Mountain in North Conway will host Poem Crawl from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the Tamworth Coffee, tea, sweets and great conversation are all Runners and walkers can log their time between their annual Ghoullog Halloween Haunted Town House. See how much art and poetry one part of this morning. Bring a friend or come alone. 3:30 and 6;30 p.m. Cost is $35 for adults and $10 Chairlift Ride tonight through Sunday at 7 p.m. community can make in an afternoon. All are welcome. for children. For more information or to register, Visitors board the quad chairlift for a nighttime Refreshments and sharing of work will begin at Computer Tutoring. Every Wednesday, free one call 466-2333. ride to the summit for this haunted mountain top 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 32308104. to one computer tutoring at the Gibson Center. Flu and Pneumonia Vaccine Clinics. The tour. Sunday 4 Co-sponsored by the Kennett Retired Teachers Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care Services will hold Pastel Workshop. The Mount Washington Valley Association and the Gibson Center. Call to set up a flu and pneumonia vaccine clinic at the Conway Arts Association will hold a pastel workshop with Fryeburg Fair. This is Maine’s Blue Ribbon Fair, an appointment at 356-3231. Fire and Rescue Station on Main Street in Conway Laureen Wondolowski today through Sunday. The with a 150+ year tradition. Now through Oct. 11, spend the day with the family taking in the sights Dinner Bell North. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. No appointment necessary, workshop will run from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, and and sounds of a country fair. Enjoy games, prizes, in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free first come-first served basis. The clinic is for per- from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The contests, rides, food, animals, special events and dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. sons age 18 or older. The flu shot costs $25 and the class is $160 for members and $185 for non-mem- pneumonia shot is courtesy of Memorial Hospital. bers. For more information, call 356-2787. entertainment. This is Maine’s oldest fair and fea- Grief Group. A grief group will be held from 9 to tures a full range of entertainment, competitions, For more information, call 356-7006. Story Time in Denmark, Maine. The Denmark 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room at The Met in and booths galore. Take the kids on the rides, or Grief Support Group for Children and Teens. Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 to North Conway Village. The program is free and enjoy some of that wonderful fair fare at the food The Mountain of Hope grief support program for 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452- open to the public to discuss feelings about the booths. It’s a week-long event that offers fun for the children and teens is held every Thursday at All 2200. death of loved ones. For more information call Jeff whole family. For further information call 207- Saint’s Episcopal Church on South Main Street in at 986-4977 or Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care Story Time in Effingham. The Effingham Public 935-3268 or log on to www.fryeburgfair.com. Services of NCC at 356-7006. Wolfeboro from 7 to 8 p.m. The program is spon- Library hosts infant and toddler story time from 11 sored by the VNA-Hospice of Southern Carroll to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 539-1537. Knit and Crochet Group. The Knit and Crochet County. Pre-registration is required. Contact Sporting Life Group meets at the Effingham Library every Sheryl Power at 569-2729 ext. 230 for more infor- Saturday 3 Wednesday at 2 p.m. Bring along your project to mation or to register. work on. Everyone is welcome whether novice or 13th Annual Scarecrow Contest and Display. Friday 25 expert. Call the library at 539-1537 for more infor- Music For Babies. Mountain Top Music Center Dozens of life size, homemade scarecrows mation. located on Main Street in Conway will hold music throughout Settlers’ Green. Traditional, humor- Fryeburg Academy Sports. The Fryeburg for babies from 9:30 to 10 a.m. every Thursday. Academy varsity coed golf team will host Poland Nature Nuts. Tin Mountain Conservation Center ous, and just plain weird scarecrows compete for Activities are designed to stimulate baby’s cognitive over $2,500 in cash awards and recognition. Regional High School at home at 3:30 p.m. presents “Nature Nuts,” the nature program for development. The program is designed for baby’s children ages three through five and their care- Entries welcome! Free workshop! Call 356-7031 from birth to eighteen months. The program is for more information. Kennett High School Sports. The Kennett High givers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the TMCC Nature free and open to the public. For more information, School boys varsity football team will host Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. For call 447-4737. 13th Annual Fall Festival at Settlers’ Green. At Hanover High School at home at 7 p.m. more information call 447-6991 or on the web at this festive annual event at Settlers’ Green Outlet www.tinmtn.org. Music for Toddlers. Mountain Top Music Center Village in North Conway, Vermont artists Kate and Kennett High School Sports. The Kennett High located on Main Street in Conway will hold music Parenting the School Age Child. The U.N.H. Ernie Brown demonstrate the art of pumpkin carv- School girls field hockey team will host St. Thomas for toddlers from 10:15 to 11 a.m. every Thursday. ing and invite you to join in by carving a pumpkin Aquinas High School at home at 4:15 p.m.. Cooperative Extension Service in Conway will Activities are designed to stimulate musical and present a free five-part parent education series on of your own. Free pumpkins to the first 150 kids. cognitive development. The program is designed Kennett High School Sports. The Kennett High parenting school age children on Wednesdays from Pumpkin Pie contest, free apple cider, horse-drawn for children 18 months to three years old. Program School girls soccer team will host St. Thomas 6:30 to 8 p.m. through Oct. 14. To register for the wagon rides, face painting, live music and more. All fee is $8 per class. For more information, call 447- Aquinas High School at home at 4:15 p.m. program, call 447-3834. free and open to the public. For further informa- 4737. tion, call 356-7031 or visit www.settlersgreen.com. ‘The Great Gatsby.’ The Effingham Public Return of the Pumpkin People. Businesses Saturday 26 Library will present the movie, “The Great Blessing of the Animals. The Remick Country throughout Jackson decorate pumpkins and create Doctor Museum and Farm will provide an animal Gatsby” at 6 p.m. Admission is free and everyone the Pumpkin People Tour every year at this time. Fryeburg Academy Sports. The Fryeburg is welcome. For more information, call the library friendly blessing for pet owners and their pets at 10 Academy girls varsity field hockey team will host Pick up a tour map and take a self-guided driving a.m. by a multi-denominational group of clergy at 539-1537. tour. Find maps in Jackson Village Chamber, next Wells High School at home at 11 a.m. JV game at from the Mount Washington Valley. For more 12:30 p.m. T.O.P.S. Take Off Pounds Sensibly will meet to the Jackson Bakery and Cafe. This event is free. information, call 323-7591. This is a free event. Call 383-9356 or visit www.jacksonnh.com. Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. (4:30 p.m. weigh-in) Fryeburg Academy Sports. The Fryeburg at the O.C.C. building at the corner of Dore Street Foliage Arts and Music Festival. The First Rock and Roll Jam Band. Mountain Top Music Annual FAM Festival will be held at the base of Academy varsity football team will host Wells High and Moultonville Road in Center Ossipee. For located on Main Street in Conway will hold a rock School at home at 1:30 p.m. information contact Linda Littlefield at 539-8090. Black Mountain Ski Area in Jackson from 12 to 7 and roll jam band with Chad Cummings from 6:30 p.m. The event features live music, breweries, White Mountain Stamp Club. The White to 9 p.m. every Thursday evening. Explore jazz, wineries, local food vendors, artisans and recre- Monday 28 Mountain Stamp Club meets on the second pop, rock and other forms of improvisational ational retailers. Activities include pumpkin carv- Fryeburg Academy Sports. The Fryeburg Wednesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. and again ensemble playing. To sign up or for more informa- ing, pony rides and a fishing derby. Tickets are $15 Academy girls soccer team will host Wells High on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at tion, call 447-4737. for adults and $10 for teens. Children under age 12 School at home at 3:30 p.m. JV game at 5:15 p.m. the home of Barbara Savary, located at 1724 NH Friday 2 are free. For more information or to purchase tick- Route 16 (on the corner of the south end of Bald ets, call 383-8916. Tuesday 29 Hill Road in Albany). Everyone interested in col- A.A. Meetings. There are several AA Meetings Freedom Food Pantry. Open every Saturday lecting stamps is welcome to attend. For more held daily throughout Carroll County. Call 1-800- from 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, Kennett High School Sports. The Kennett High information, call Barbara at 447-5461 or email at 593-3330 or go to www.nhaa.net to find one near Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian School boys soccer team will host Kingswood [email protected]. you. Church in Freedom Village. For more information Regional High School at home at 4 p.m. Thursday 1 Al-Anon. From 8 to 9 p.m. at the Gibson Center, call 539-2637. corner of White Mountain Highway and Grove Wednesday 30 Harvest Fair and Yard Sale. The Ossipee Asian Longhorn Beetle Program. The U.N.H. Street in North Conway. Call 800-593-3330 or go Concerned Citizens will hold a harvest fair and Cooperative Extension Service will present a pro- to www.nhaa.net to find one near you. Fryeburg Academy Sports. The Fryeburg gram on the Asian Longhorn Beetle from 6:30 to yard sale at Ossipee Crossing from 10 a.m. to 2 Academy boys soccer team will host Poland High 8:30 p.m. at the Grindle Center located on Main Artist of the Month Reception. The Mount p.m. There will be plants, vegetables, baked good, School at home at 3:30 p.m. JV game at 5:15 p.m. Street in Conway. Learn how to identify them, Washington Valley Arts Association will hold the a flea market and rummage sale. Lunch available at what trees are susceptible and what you can do to artist of the month reception from 5:30 to 7:30 the cook shack. Kennett High School Sports. The Kennett High p.m. at the MWV Visual Arts Center in Norcross help. The program is free but pre-registration is Harvest Penny Sale. The Ossipee Old Home School girls volleyball team will host Laconia High Place in North Conway. Local oil painter and print required as space is limited. For more information Week Committee will hold an October Harvest School at home at 6 p.m. maker Anne Garland will display her work. For or to pre-register, call 447-3834. Penny Sale at the Ossipee Town Hall. Tickets go more information, call 356-2787. Thursday 1 Billiard Tournament. Rafferty’s Restaurant and on sale at 4 p.m. and the drawing of prizes begins Bingo Every Friday. The VFW Post #6783 in Pub located on Kearsarge Street in North Conway at 6 p.m. There will be a 50/50 raffle and refresh- Kennett High School Sports. The Kennett High Lovell, Maine will hold bingo every Friday. Early will hold a 9-ball billiard tournament on Thursdays ments. For more information, call 539-7389. Al;l School boys soccer team will host Saint Thomas Bird Games start at 6:30 p.m. and Regular Games at 7 p.m. Double elimination, winner takes all. For proceeds benefit the Old Home Week Fireworks Aquinas High School at home at 4:15 p.m. more information, call 356-6460. start at 7 p.m. For more information, contact fund. David at 207-935-7807 or 207-890-9222. Canterbury Trails. The Fryeburg Walking Group NHPlein Air Paint Out & Wet Paint Sale. Join Saturday 3 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks 1/2 to 1 Community Food Center. The the NHPlein Air Artists at the Remick Museum in Sandwich/Tamworth Community Food Center Tamworth for a Paint Out and Wet Paint sale from Fryeburg Academy Sports. The Fryeburg mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Rain or Academy girls soccer team will host Lakes Region snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear comfortable based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The artists will donate a portion Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday of their sales to the Remick Museum. For more High School at home at 3 p.m. JV game at 4:30 shoes and warm clothes. For more information call p.m.

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Lounges, Taverns & Pubs (N)=Nightlife, (D)=Dining, (A)=Afternoon, (B)=Brunch Almost There - Albany Shannon Door Pub - Jackson Village (continued) Open Mic Night Every Tuesday (N) Host: Simon Crawford Tom Dean Fri., Sept. 25(N) Celtic/Folk Simon Crawford Fri., Sept. 25 (A) Classic Pop Dennis & Davey Sat., Sept. 26 ( N) Celtic/Folk Dolan & Crawford Sun., Sept. 27 (N) Celtic Folk Club 550 - North Conway DJ Sunday & Wednesday (N) Karaoke/Dancing Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson DJ Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. (N) DJ/Dancing Cormac McCarthy Fri., Sept. 25 (N) Folk Tim Gurshin Sat., Sept. 26 (N) Folk The Conway Cafe - Conway Village Open Mic Night Wednesdays (N) Harlenwolf Record Shop Up Country Tavern - North Conway DJ Kristen Thursdays (N) DJ /Karaoke/Dancing The Corner House Inn - Center Sandwich DJ Fri., Sept. 25 (N) DJ /Dancing Jill Ducsai Fri., Sept. 25 (N) Rock & Roll DJ Sat., Sept. 26 (N) DJ /Dancing

Delany’s - North Conway The Wentworth - Jackson Village Fletcher Munson Wed., Sept. 30 (N) Rock Judy Herrick Fri., & Sat., Sept. 25 & 26 (N) Piano

H.A. Cassidy’s - Fryeburg, Maine White Mountain Hotel - North Conway Open Mic Every Tuesday Host: Ronzony Heather Pierson Fri. and Sat. (D) Piano Karaoke Every Thursday Host: Ronzony Mike Jewell Sun., Sept. 27 (B) Piano Brunch

Homestead Restaurant - North Conway Wildcat Inn & Tavern - Jackson Acoustic Open Mic Thursdays (N) Host: Tom Rebmann Scot Montgomery Sat., Sept. 26 (N) Acoustic

Inn at Thorn Hill - Jackson ••• Mike Jewell Saturdays (N) Solo Piano

May Kelly’s Cottage - North Conway Dennis & Davey Fridays (N) Celtic Crooners Celtic Seisuins Sundays (A) Irish Music

Rafferty’s Restaurant & Pub - North Conway Stump Trivia Night Wednesdays (N) Trivia Game

Red Jacket Mountain View - North Conway Tugg Brothers Fri., & Sat., Sept. 25 & 26 (N) Classic Pop

Red Parka Pub - Downtown Glen Borderland All-Stars Fri., & Sat., Sept. 25 & 26 (N) Classic Rock

Shannon Door Pub - Jackson Village Dennis O’Neil & Thurs., Sept. 24 (N) Celtic/Folk Jon Deveneau

Los Sugar Kings will perform at Kismet Rock benefit on Nov. 7. (Courtesy Photo) Los Sugar Kings is comfortably bicultural, compulsively danceable Kismet Rock Foundation Caliente! event scheduled for Nov. 7 Kismet Rock Foundation will be cel- they fill the room with their rhythmic ebrating its 10th year with Caliente!, a sounds. night of salsa dancing and celebration “We wanted to switch it up this year at Black Mountain Resort in Jackson on and do something different from the Saturday, Nov. 7. Caliente!, brought to Jubilee, which is what we’ve done in the you by Polartec, will feature live salsa past,” says Janet Bergman, Co-Director music from award-winning Boston of Kismet Rock Foundation. based band, Los Sugar Kings, food Tickets for this event are $35 and from local restaurants, live and silent will be available through the Kismet auctions. Rock Foundation website. RSVP Los Sugar Kings specialize in Salsa, required. For more information, visit Merengue, Rumba Flamenca, Funk, www.kismetrockfoundation.org or con- Jazz, Soul, Rock and Roll Fusion. Don’t tact Heidi Lewis at heidi@kismetrock know how to salsa? No problem — the foundation.org or 383-9928. ▲ band will be teaching a lesson before

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Coach Soraghan scores ace at the NCCC Fall Four Ball Tournaments played at Wentworth and NCCC

By Pru Smith Contributing Writer IT WAS JUST A COUPLE OF days shy of the actual first day of fall, or autum- nal equinox, as it is also known — can you imagine playing the Autumnal Equinox Fourball?; how about the Summer Solstice Scramble? — however, both Wentworth and the NCCC members played their clubs’ Fall Four Ball this past weekend. Taking home prizes in the final member tournament of the year at Wentworth were the following golfers. Ladies Division: Winners-Alice Murray/Rhoda Stimson; 2nd -Sally Holmes/Sue Havey; 3rd - Jean Bradley/Barb Pinkham; 4th (tie) - Lynn Walker/Mary Collins and Jane Goulart/MaryAnne Lowery. In the Men’s Division the winners were left: “Coach Soraghan” is congratulated on his Hole In One by Dan Kelleher who, along with Doug Darrah and Jerry Chase, were Bill Volk/Bill Fabrizio; 2nd - Gary with Joe when he aced #15 at the NCCC. Methot/Glenn Mitchell; 3rd - Wayne right: Nancy Bryant and Michelle Szympruch have good reason to smile, as their great net 59 score made them the winners in the Elkholm/Leo Stevens; 4th - George NCCC Fall Four Ball tournament. (Pru Smith/Mountain Ear Photo) Lemieux/Bob Drouin. Notes from the Eagle fairness won out and the two golfers split Off to Indian Mound women for sure next spring. Up the hill at the Eagle, Pro Bob the pot. On Sunday, Sept. 27, the NHWGA’s Good luck to all the participants in the McGraw’s members played a Scramble this A touch of what is to come snuck up on ever popular Mixed Best Ball received so Joe Rivers Memorial and Kennett Hockey weekend. The winning team included us on Sunday as a short “frost delay” greet- many entrants the field was split between Golf tournament at Indian Mound this Paul Doucette, Diane O’Neil, Cindy ed the NCCC Fall Four Ball teams. Lochmere and Indian Mound. Sunday, Sept. 27. It is sure to be a great Fitzgerald and Paul Oakland. There was a Proving that being the first leaders in the Taking their game on the road worked one — results here next week. tie for second between the team of Denis clubhouse sometimes lasts, the ladies divi- for Indian Mound’s Mary and Ron Holiday You know, with the arrival of this afore- Lavoie, Will Hall, David Treadwell, sion winners Michelle Szympruch and with Sheila Stillings and Jerry Chaisson as mentioned autumnal equinox, it means Nancy Morrison and the team of Don Nancy Bryant were impossible to beat with they came in fourth net at Lochmere. “In that the hours of daylight and darkness are, Hall, George Limerick, Susan Joyce and their great net 59 score! Their card carried the money” at Indian Mound were for a little while anyway, almost equal, so Jeanne Pierce. David Treadwell knocked it ten net birdies and two net eagles!! Great NCCC’s Donna Wallace, BJ Hawkes, Gay the hours light enough (and warm in tight for closest to the pin honors. playing, ladies! You may have stolen “the Folland and Al Worcester, who finished enough?) to play the game are shrinking — After the third week of competition in Bells” title from Donna O’Connor and second gross! Heidi Gervino claimed her don’t waste the light!! While you’re out the Fall round of Don Ho play, there is a Jackie Gaudes! Get it? Or is it “the pro shop credit for closest to the pin on there here are a couple of things to keep in tie for first between the Gut Pile Junkies Belles?”! #18, just 3 feet, 8 inches from the cup. mind: “By the time you learn all the rules and Team Tee Pee at -15. Hoopies A match of cards was necessary to The ladies of Indian Mound used their of golf you are too dizzy to care.: (Keep Hotflashes were only hot enough for third decide the runner-up position, which went home course advantage well as they defeat- that in mind, “squirrel”). “In golf you can’t at -13. Rick Pillion took closest to the pin to Sue Hoople and Jane Dusza at net 62. ed the NCCC ladies 21-9 in the Ladies score an eagle if you play like a turkey.” prize home while Tim Gardner, Jeff Accepting third, also at net 62, were Liz White Mountain cup earlier this month. Send your favorite golfism to beach- Frechette, Vicky Ela and Patty Phillips Delano and Jill Roetig. It will be payback time for the NCCC [email protected]. ▲ were last week’s power hitters for long Almost matching the ladies’ winning drive. score, but not quite, were the men’s divi- NCCC news sion winners Al Capone and John Stratton Free Round of Golf With a combination of several large with net 60. Right behind in second with a Free Round of Golf visting groups and club tournaments, it was fine net 61 were John Gallo and George a very active weekend at the NCCC. Neville. 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Valid Mon-Thurs Anytime It was, I believe, the 32nd year that a Another season-long challenge came to After 2pm on Sunday September weekend would find a Marcou an end most happily for Sue Hoople and Non-Holiday group playing the fairways of the NCCC Fred Shepard, who won Champ of the and this year there were about 55 Marcou Year titles — and a designated parking golfers in attendance. space to start the season of 2010! One of New Hampshire's The Hole In One karma was on carry It will be time for many to become a over as Derek Marcou of Hopkington, gallery for a few next Saturday when the Most Friendly Course Mass., scored his first career ace on #13 on Road to the Shoot Out nine holes are Saturday afternoon. Despite the excite- played. ment, he held his game together and on Teeing it up for the title will be Dick Indian Mound Golf Course #18 he dropped a 70-foot putt in the put- Goss, Tom Merrill, Brett Russell, Jim Route 16B ting contest. 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The wild Desolation Trail loop Climbing the mighty Carrigain By Steve Smith for a gentle walk to the Carrigain Notch Trail: 2,500 feet of “up” in 1.9 miles. Late in the afternoon I headed down the Contributing Writer Trail junction at 1.7 miles. The first 1.3 miles of this trail climbed Signal Ridge Trail, which presents con- FEW PEAKS DOMINATE THE I turned right here and hopped across 1,300 feet, sustaining a moderate, steady sistently rocky footing but never gets too White Mountain landscape like Mt. Carrigain Brook. From the edge of a grade on a straight old logging road. For steep. Carrigain, the 4,700-foot behemoth that beaver swamp Signal Ridge could be quite a ways it kept to the west side of The jackpot on this trail is the open looms at the southeastern corner of the seen rising above the trees. The next the ridge, then it angled over to the east crest of Signal Ridge, Carrigain’s high Pemigewasset Wilderness. Looking out mile on the Carrigain Notch Trail was side, following a remarkable sidecut on southeast shoulder. I paused there to from almost any major summit in the easy cruising on a soft footway, with a the brink of a deep, trackless ravine. peer down the steep scrubby slope on region, Carrigain’s distinctive hump- few crossings of dry stony streambeds. A Where the old road ended, the trail the east face of the ridge, where early backed profile is part of the scene. fine century-old hardwood forest cloaks suddenly shot up a tumble of angular, Carrigain-climbers ascended via a crazy No one has described Carrigain bet- this part of the valley. slippery rocks. This section is tricky, and route known as “Cobb’s Stairs.” (This ter than Laura and Guy Waterman in From a trailside gravel bar on I wouldn’t want to come down it. feat has recently been duplicated by at Forest and Crag, their classic history of Carrigain Brook I admired the ledges of Occasional branch-framed Pemi views least two adventurers I know.) Across Northeastern hiking: “…the quintessen- Vose Spur, the satellite peak of Mt. gave me excuses to stop and catch my Carrigain Notch the shadow of Vose tial eastern mountain, in lordly isolation Carrigain that forms the west side of the wind. Higher up the footing was less Spur was creeping up the slide-scarred at the south end of the Pemi, with its notch. Soon the trail began to climb into treacherous, but the steep grade was face of Mt. Lowell. Such was the beauty deep-cut sides, majestic ridges and hid- the pass. I paused to chat with a south- relentless until it eased a bit near the top. of the scene that I lingered a while den secrets.” bound couple who had camped near This trail was cut in 1932 to make longer, ensuring that I would exit by The observation tower on Carrigain’s secluded Shoal Pond. Carrigain accessible from the new headlamp. partly wooded summit commands what Nineteenth guidebook editor Moses Zealand Falls Hut. The trailmasters The loop described here is 13.6 miles many consider the finest view in the Sweetser wrote of Carrigain Notch, “In opted for the direct route – in the last with 3,750 feet of elevation gain, a long Whites, due to its central location in the some respects this is the finest pass in 0.6 mile the trail ascends 1,150 feet! and strenuous day. Up and back by the mountain region. Indeed, 43 of the the White Mts.,” but lamented that Signal Ridge Trail is 10 miles round trip other 47 4,000-foot summits can be seen there were few views up to the “lofty and AFTER TWO SLOW HOURS OF with 3,300 feet of elevation gain, a seven from Carrigain, tying it with Mt. well-marked peaks” on either side. climbing I broke out into low scrub just to eight hour trek. Washington for the highest number of Approaching the height-of-land, four below the summit. I turned and faced ••••• visible peaks. miles from the trailhead, I was able to north to take in the sprawling vista BRIDGE NEWS: As of Sept. 21, the Though most hikers climb Carrigain steal a few peeks up at the ragged cliffs across the eastern Pemi to the Willey, “Swinging Bridge” over the East up and back via the Signal Ridge Trail – and clay-colored slides on the west face Bond and Franconia Ranges. Branch, 5.4 miles in on the Wilderness a solid 10-mile round trip – there is a of Mt. Lowell. Views or no views, it is a The summit clearing and observation Trail from the Lincoln Woods trailhead, longer and highly rewarding loop option wild and mysterious place worth visiting. tower were empty. I plodded up the has been permanently closed. It is using the Carrigain Notch Trail and At the high point I entered the stairs to take in the justly renowned 360- presently being removed by Forest Desolation Trail. This 13-1/2 miler Pemigewasset Wilderness, and immedi- degree panorama, where in nearly every Service crews and will not be replaced, takes you through wild Carrigain Notch ately began descending into the direction you see what 19th century and the 0.7 mile section of the and into the remote “Desolation” region Desolation region, among the most writer Samuel Adams Drake called a Wilderness Trail between the bridge and (so named because of early 1900s remote backcountry areas in the Whites. “bristling array of dark and shaggy the Bondcliff Trail will be closed and clearcutting) at the northern base of the It sure felt that way as the trail mean- mountains.” brushed in. Hikers trekking into the mountain. Then you engage in a brutal- dered for two miles down through end- Unless you’ve been there on a clear Pemi Wilderness from Lincoln Woods ly steep climb up a northwestern ridge, less ranks of gloomy spruces. day, it’s hard to imagine how stupendous must decide at the trailhead which side reaching the summit 8-1/2 miles from At the junction with the Nancy Pond the Carrigain view is. Despite a persist- of the river to walk on, as there will be the start. Trail I turned left onto the old bed of ent cloud cover, I could spot all but four no designated crossing. For more The descent is made via the Signal timber baron J.E. Henry’s most far-flung of the 43 visible 4000-footers; only the details, visit the WMNF website, Ridge Trail, with superb views from the railroad line, a good 15 miles from his highest Presidentials were buried in fog. www.fs.fed.us/r9/forests/ white_mountain/. open crest of Signal Ridge. It’s a full day mills in Lincoln. Smooth walking Distant landmarks included Mt. Meanwhile, reconstruction on the sus- with a great variety of scenery. I had brought me to the site of Camp 20, Monadnock in southern New pension bridge over the West Branch of done it once before, back in 1999 with where the loggers roared and snored Hampshire, Stratton Mountain in the Peabody on the Great Gulf/Madison several friends as our annual White while the northern slopes of Mt. southern Vermont, and, just barely, the Gulf Trail was slated for completion this Mountain Cropwalk, an anti-hunger Carrigain and Mt. Hancock were cut Camden Hills on the Maine coast. week, and the damaged and closed fundraiser. clean from about 1910 to 1915. I spent a Whenever I’m up there, I think of the bridge on the Dry River Trail is sched- That was my last time on Carrigain, few minutes exploring the site, finding a words penned in 1890 by Rev. Julius uled to be replaced this fall. ▲ so a visit was long overdue. Last Tuesday sled runner poking up through the Ward, a practitioner of purple prose in morning (Sept. 15), I drove up the grav- leaves. the tradition of Thomas Starr King: Editor’s note: Pick up “The AMC White el Sawyer River Road from Route 302, Before starting the ascent of the “…but I think that the sense of utter Mountain Guide” for maps and descrip- 3.7 miles west of Bartlett. After two mountain, I made a side trip farther separation from humanity, the sense of tions of these and other trails in the White miles I turned left into the parking area north along the Carrigain Notch Trail utter lostness in the wilderness, the Mountains. for the Signal Ridge Trail. A pair of hik- to visit the Carrigain Branch. Not far sense of complete abandonment of the Steve Smith, author of “Wandering ers were already setting out. I would see down the trail there were a couple of soul to Nature was never realized as it Through the White Mountains: A Hiker’s only three more trampers the entire day. spots where I easily accessed this wide was during my stay of a few hours on the Perspective,” has hiked and written about With recent dry weather, the crossing stream, a real beauty chock full of boul- topmost peak of Mount Carrigain.” the White Mountains for more than 20 of Whiteface Brook a quarter-mile in ders, slabs, cascades and pools. I enjoyed nearly two hours of utter years. He owns the Mountain Wanderer was easy. The trail climbed along the Around one o’clock it was time to lostness, and during that time only one Map and Book Store in Lincoln, and lives brook past several cascades, then leveled suck it up and tackle the Desolation other hiker came up for just a short visit. with his wife, Carol, in Lincoln.

The view from the observation tower on Mt. Carrigain is cited by many hikers as the best in the White Mountains. It was described by nineteenth century writer Samuel Adams Drakas “a bristling array of dark and shaggy mountains.” The sharp peak seen here is the summit of South Hancock. (Steve Smith/Mountain Ear Photo)

Page A24 - The Mountain Ear, Thursday, September 24, 2009 North Country Notebook In which we all three get to trot home with supper By John Harrigan wedding present and me grabbing the Contributing Writer French double that veteran outdoor AMONG THE MANY PICTURES writer Frank Parker sold me for a pit- on my office shelves and walls is a shot of tance four decades ago. We had a confab a mother fox (it’s always the mothers) at the Brown Place gate. “I’ll go here bringing lunch (or dinner, or supper) and you’ll go there, and we’ll meet at home to her babies. It ranks as one of my Wayne and Liz’s mailbox.” all-time favorites. Although I wish I While I was making my three shots, I could say I’d taken it, it was sent in a heard a couple of others, off there some- long time ago by a reader. I’d say who it where down toward Phil Lambert’s was, but there are no notes on the back grown-up fields. In about an hour’s time, of the photograph. Nancee showed up at the mailbox. I had (Disclaimer: It’s not always the moth- two rabbits, she had one. er doing the providing — that’s just a We dressed them off near one of the throwaway line. In fact, a lot of guys Brown Place gates and tossed the offal to cook, and I’m one of them. But this just the guard dogs that work so hard to pro- looks to me like a Proud Mom.) tect the sheep. The edible parts of the This picture is so evocative. It brings rabbits went straight to my shop sink, me to Christmas trees, thoughts of sup- where I cleaned and rinsed them off for per, and conversations on trains and the kitchen. planes. Into a cast-iron pot they went, First, there are the fox and the rabbit, chopped into chunks and stewed with which, of course, is actually a varying carrots, potatoes and onions. They were hare, or snowshoe hare, or even (close supper that night, served up with a to) Arctic hare. What the hell, we call it baguette and butter. a rabbit, just as we call it a partridge Every now and then I find myself on (ruffed grouse) or a fisher cat. Mama Fox, looking pretty tickled (human value here) to be heading home with supper. a plane, but far more preferably on a Foxes are susceptible to mange and (Unknown reader photo) train, preferably an overnighter, and distemper and rabies and the crash of conversation with former strangers major food populations. Rabbits are can carry. But there she is, trotting sapling, we jumped a rabbit. Like a neon turns to lifestyles, and hunting for your famed in wildlife biology circles for their proudly along. sign, it flashed into the woods and went supper. “Who gets to live like that?” is classic Far North boom-and-bust cycles. A few years ago, my wife Nancee and into hiding, which of course meant that the inevitable remark, making even a Whenever I see a fox, which I always I were down behind the barns getting a we could plainly see it. guy who has a hard time scraping up the hope is often, I immediately check it out couple of scrawny fir trees to prop up on “Hmm,” Nancee said. “Haven’t had ever-escalating property taxes feel like for how it is running, or loping, or just the lawn for the latest Christmas rabbit in a while.” This was definitely a nobility. ▲ looking, and try to scrutinize its coat. Decoration scheme. It was mid- contemplative and compelling com- Because I’m a lover of foxes and coyotes December, and snow had already been ment. This column runs in a dozen weekly papers and any other predator (except around on the ground for several weeks, but had “Let’s drop the trees and go grab our covering the northern two-thirds of New our chickens and lambs), it’s good to see melted. The rabbits, meanwhile, had shotguns,” was my instant reply. “We’re Hampshire and parts of Maine and it sleek. turned white, which is where the “vary- not on anybody’s clock.” Vermont. John Harrigan’s address: Box As for the rabbit in this picture, hey, ing” part comes in. And so we did, she grabbing the 39, Colebrook, NH 03576, or hooli- that’s one big rabbit, just about all Mom While advancing to cut the second Italian double twenty I gave her as a [email protected] Attitash Realty

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September 15 through 21 Summit crew knows what lurks beyond warm temps & sunny skies Mary Ellen Dunn with a peak of 91 on Friday evening. Rime ice on the summit Weather Observer Temperatures dropped into the 20s as wind (Mount Washington Mount Washington Observatory chill temperatures were near 0°F. Observatory Photo) THIS LAST WEEK OF SUMMER With these freezing temperatures, glaze has proven to be quite exciting, as the con- and rime ice began to cover the summit. ditions over a few days did a complete 180. Although it was absolutely beautiful to look WEATHER Evidence of the upcoming harsh fall season at, instruments needed to be de-iced hit the summit over the weekend while throughout the night and into the morn- MT. WASHINGTON summer tried to hang on with clear skies ing. These conditions remained through day night and Monday saw a high and mild temperatures toward the end of Saturday morning, but winds steadily temperature of 62, just shy of the 2002 OBSERVATORY the week. decreased throughout the day as a strong record of 64 degrees. The clear skies on Compiled by Observatory Staff A cold front moved through the area on Canadian high pressure built in. Sunday and Monday also brought beautiful Tuesday, bringing a few rain showers and With this high pressure building, fog sunrises and sunsets. It’s rare to experience Date High Low Prec. Snow persistent foggy conditions to the summit. lifted, temperatures began to rise, winds both in one day here on the summit, due to Sept15 42 33 0.13” — As moisture lingered, fog continued calmed, and visibility increased. Sunday the constantly changing weather, but two 16 38 33 —— through Wednesday, while a building high saw clear skies with visibility about 130 days in a row the crew was lucky enough to 17 43 32 — — 18 38 25 0.20” — pressure allowed winds to calm. Another, miles looking right into the Adirondacks of share them both together. 19 41 32 — — stronger cold front began to approach New York. The night sky was absolutely Although at the end of the week we saw 20 57 36 — — from Canada on Friday, bringing some gorgeous with stars above and the lights of beautiful, clear conditions, the taste of the 21 62 51 — — harsh conditions. Winds steadily increased surrounding cities including the Portland harsh conditions of fall and winter over the Highest recorded wind gust, Sept. 18, throughout the day, at one point averag- coastline and the glow of Montreal. weekend reminds us of what is soon to 91 miles per hour from the West. ing out to about 60 to 70 mph, gusting Temperatures increased through Sun- come here on the summit. ▲

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