Local Interest for the Weekend of November 14th 15th and 16th
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 14th, 15th and 16th, 2008.
Friday 14
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.
Harvest Supper and Pie Auction.
The St. Andrews in the Valley Church in Tamworth will hold a harvest supper and pie auction. The supper will begin at 6 p.m. and features hearty beef stew as well as vegetarian alternatives. The cost is $7.50 per person. The pie auction will begin at 7 p.m. For more information call the church at 603-323-8515.
Psychic Boot Camp.
Dr. Lisa Halpin will present a “Psychic Boot Camp” at the White Mountain Hypnosis Center in Madison today through Sunday. This is an intensive interactive workshop. The workshop will be held on Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost of the workshop is $425 per person.
Saturday 15
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.
Charm Making for Teens Workshop.
The Mount Washington Valley Arts Association will hold a charm making workshop with Lori Badger from 1 to 4 p.m. The class is suited for teens age 13 through 18. The class will be held at the MWVAA office at Norcross Place in North Conway. The class is $40 for members and $50 for non-members. For more information or to register call 603-356-2787.
Family Comics Workshop.
The Madison Library will host a Family Comics Workshop with artist Marek Bennett from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the library’s Chick Room. Learn the basics of comic creation. Designed for children ages 7 to 11 accompanied by an adult. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Registration fee is $5 per person which covers cost of lunch and supplies. For more information or to register call the library at 603-367-8545.
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.
Mohla Family Benefit.
The Madison preschool and the Brass Heart Inn will hold a special benefit dinner for the Mohla family of Madison at 5:30 p.m. at the Brass Heart Inn in Tamworth. A delicious three course meal followed by Jonathan Sarty and the White Mountain Boys at 7 p.m. Tickets are $25 per couple. All proceeds will benefit the Mohla family, who’s daughter was recently diagnosed with leukemia. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 603-323-7766.
Silk Painting Workshop.
The Tamworth Recreation Department will sponsor a silk painting workshop, taught by Jay Rancourt from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Tamworth Town House on Main Street in Tamworth. The all day workshop is open to adults and children over 10 years old. The cost of the workshop is $7 per scarf painted. Wear old clothes and bring a bag lunch. Space is limited. Call 323-8510 for more information or to register.
Sunday 16
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 3 p.m. Cost of the class is $10 per person. Please contact Jessyca Keeler at 662-6800 for more information or to sign up.
Square Dance.
The Mount Washington Valley Squares will hold a square dance at the Conway American Legion on Tasker Hill Road in Conway from 2 to 4:30 p.m. Early rounds begin at 1:30 p.m. Ray Hilton will be the caller and John Heign will be the cuer. For more information call 603-569-3962.
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 662-8664 or on the web at www.symmetreeyoga.com.