Local Interest for the Weekend of October 18th and 19th
At Select Real Estate we care about the Mount Washington Valley community. Each week we will present a a few events that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers October 18th and 19th, 2008.
Saturday 18
Bake Sale & Local Produce.
The Effingham Preservation Society is serving home-made treats every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Grange Building on Route 153 in the Center Effingham Historic District. Folks are welcome to sit down and enjoy coffee, conversation, and the historic setting. Proceeds are used to maintain and renovate this historic landmark.
Bartlett Historical Society Hours.
The Bartlett Historical Society will suspend their hours through the winter. Anyone wishing to tour the Historical Society may do so by appointment. For more information call 603-383-4110.
Constructing Forest Roads and Trails.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany will present a hands on demonstration with Russ Lanoie on building forest roads and trails from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Nature Learning Center. For more information or to make a reservation call Tin Mountain at 603-447-6991.
Conway Contra Dance.
The Conway Contra Dance will be held at Tin Mountain Learning Center, 1245 Bald Hill Road in Albany from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Music by Fish of a Feather. Calling by Eric Rollnick. Beginners welcome – All dances taught $7/adult, $3/child under 12, or $15/family. Contact Dexter at 603-383-8946.
Foliage Hike to the Chatham Boulder.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center will hold a foliage hike to the Chatham Boulder from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. with Sue and Bob Crowley. Come enjoy the most colorful time of the year. Participants should meet at the Upper Kimball Pond parking area.Wear sturdy shoes and bring water and a snack. For more information call Tin Mountain at 603-447-6991.
Freedom Food Pantry.
Open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon for residents of Freedom, Effingham and Ossipee at the First Christian Church in Freedom Village. For more information call 603-539-2637.
Leaf Peeper’s Craft Show.
The annual Leaf Peepers Craft Show will be held at the North Conway Community Center in North Conway Village today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 5p.m. Over 75 exhibitors with beautiful handcrafts and art! Rain or Shine under canopy. Food will be available. Free Admission – Preview Online www.joycescraftshows.com. For more information contact Joyce at 603-528-4014.
Nature Sketching for Children.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill Road in Albany will present artist Andrea Kennett at the Nature Learning Center from 9 a.m. to noon. The program is designed for children ages 9 through 14. Join Andrea as she covers the basics of sketching plants and wildlife. For more information or to register for the workshop, call Tin Mountain at 603-447-6991.
Sunday 19
Evening of Musical Praise.
All are welcome to join the worship team of First Congregational Church of Ossipee (50 Route 16B in Center Ossipee) for an evening of contemporary praise music at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center. A time of visiting around food will follow the singing so bring a favorite dessert to share! For more information, call Cindy in the church office, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 603-539 - 6003) or visit www.firstossipee.org.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.
The American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event will take place in North Conway at the Staples Parking Lot at Settlers’ Green. Registration will open at 9 a.m.; opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. and the walk will begin at 10:30 a.m. Teams and individual walkers are welcome. To register or for more information go to www.cancer.org/stridesonline or call Kathy Metz at 603-356-3719.
Pancake Breakfast.
The Masons of North Conway will hold a pancake breakfast from 8 to 11 a.m. to benefit Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation. This event will be held at the Masonic Lodge on Main Street in North Conway, across the street from Schouler Park. The entrance to the lodge (which is above North Conway Cinema) is next to the Village Cigar Emporium.
Yoga Classes.
An eclectic style of Kripalu Yoga is offered every day except Fridays by Carlene of Symmetree Yoga. The groups will practice Hatha yoga postures paired with breath, meditation and relaxation. Classes are $13 per person. Times and locations vary throughout the Valley. For more information or to schedule a class, contact Carlene at 603-662-8664 or on the web at www.symmetreeyoga.com.