Local Interest for the Weekend of November 7th, 8th and 9th
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 November 7th, 8th and 9th, 2008.
Friday 7
Eastern Slope Ski Club Sale and Swap.
The Eastern Slope Ski Club will hold their annual ski sale and swap at the North Conway Community center in North Conway Village from 3 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Anyone selling skis should drop off on Wedneday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov. 6 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Community Center. Purchase your tags in advance at Bob and Terry’s Ski Shop.
Friday Painters’ Group.
The new Open Studio sessions will meet Fridays from 9 a.m. until noon at the MWVAA’s office, located next to the RSN studios on the lower level of Norcross Place in North Conway village. Artists should bring their own supplies and are also welcome to bring a brown bag lunch. The Friday Painters group is free for members and a $5 donation is suggested for non-members.
Gallery Rreading.
Popular Spiritualist medium Megan Crawford will offer a gallery reading starting at 6:30 p.m. at the White Mountain Hypnosis Center in Madison. $20 fee. Call 603-367-8851 for reservations.
Story Time in Denmark, Maine.
The Denmark Library will host story time on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 207-452-2200.
Story Time in Effingham.
The Effingham Public Library hosts infant and toddler story time from 11 to 11:30 a.m. For more information call 603-539-1537.
Story Time at MWV Children’s Museum.
The MWV Children’s Museum presents its weekly half-hour story time at 10 a.m. at the museum in North Conway. Children from ages birth to six years old are the focal audience for this fun and informative story time. Call 603-356-2992 for more information.
TGIF Book Group.
The Friday morning book group meets at the North Conway Library at 10:30 a.m. The group will discuss Greg Mortenson’s highly acclaimed book, “Three Cups of Tea.” Everyone is welcome. Copies of the book are available at the library. Contact the library at 603-356-2961 for more information or to reserve a copy of the current selection.
Saturday 8
$1 A Bag Sale.
The Thrift shop of Lovell United Church of Christ on Route 5 in Center Lovell will have a $1 a Bag Sale from now through Nov. 8. Also free toys and puzzles. The thrift shop is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Abstract Arts Workshop for Children.
The Mount Washington Valley Arts Association will present an abstract art workshop with Melanie Leavitt from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop is designed for children ages 7 through 15. The workshop will take place at the MWVAA office at Norcross Place in North Conway. The class is $65 for members and $75 for non-members. For more information call 603-256-2787.
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.
Dinner and Dance.
The White Mountain Swing Band comes to the Brass Heart Inn in Tamworth for an evening of dinner and dancing. Call 603-323-6776 for ticket information and reservations.
Eco Art Workshop.
The Arts Council of Tamworth presents an Eco Art workshop for kids ages seven to 14, led by instructor Cynthia Robinson from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Remick Country Doctor Museum and Farm in Tamworth. Cost is $3 per child, and space is limited. Contact Carolyn Hemingway to register at 323-8263.
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.
Porky Gulch Classic.
The Porky Gulch Classic, held today and tomorrow features three unique stages: The Toughest Two—a two-mile hillclimb up the Mt. Washington Auto Road, the Storyland Criterium—a non-traditional criterium through the amusement park, and the Rockpile Rampage—cyclocross at Great Glen Trails. The winner of the Porky Gulch Classic can claim the title of best allaround cyclist in New England. Complete information and registration is available at www.porkygulchclassic.com.
Puppy Playgroup.
At Four Your Paws Only on Main Street in North Conway from 11 a.m. to noon. All puppies must be on a leash and up to date on vaccines. No aggressive dogs please! For more information call 603-356-7297.
Ski Swap.
The Jackson Ski Touring Foundation will hold their annual ski swap from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Proceeds to benefit junior skiing programs. For more information call 603-383-9355.
Sunday 9
Argentine Tango Classes.
Isabel Costa, a native of Argentina is teaching Argentine tango classes every Sunday at the Christmas Farm Inn in Jackson. Beginner-Intermediate classes are from 1 to 2 p.m. Beginner level classes are from 2 to 3p.m. Cost of the class is $10 per person. Please contact Jessyca Keeler at 603-662-6800 for more information or to sign up.
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.