Local Interest for the Weekend of November 21st, 22nd and 23rd
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 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 2008.
Friday 21
Drawing with the Eyes of an Artist.
A two-day drawing workshop will be held today from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Tamworth Town House in Tamworth. The workshop will be led by Janina Lamb. All are welcome. Recommended for ages 14 and older. Reserve soon as space is limited to ten participants. Cost of the workshop is $75 per person. For more information or to register, call Janina at 323-7539. Sponsored by the Tamworth Recreation Department.
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.
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.
Saturday 22
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.
Brownfield Lions Club Dance.
The Brownfield Lions Club will hold a dance at the Lions Den located on Routes 5 and 113 from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. This is an adult dance. Music is by Linwood Cash and the Ridge Riders. Admission is $10 for single and $20 for couples. The dance is BYOB. A 50/50 and bottle raffle will also be held. Proceeds to benefit community projects and building fund. For more information call Earl at 207-935-2911.
Captain Enoch Remick House Hearthside Dinner.
Join us for a hearthside dinner at the Captain Enoch Remick House in Tamworth from 5 to 7 p.m. The menu for each meal varies depending upon the season. The fee for the dinner is $35 per person. Call 603-323-8002 to reserve your space.
Chinese Auction.
The annual Chinese Auction for Special Olympics will be held at the Kennett Middle School in Conway. Viewing of sale items and buying tickets begins at 5 p.m. The drawing will begin at 6:30 p.m. and you must be present to win. For more information or to make a donation, contact Emma McNally at 447-6280 or Tammy Shaw at 603-356-6921 ext. 1045.
Church Fair.
A church fair will be held at the Bradley Memorial United Methodist Church in Fryeburg Harbor, Maine from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Follow signs from Route 5 between Fryeburg and Lovell. Many crafts, baked goods, white elephant table and raffle table. Free coffee and fruit punch. Come join us for a good time.
First Annual Must-Go Fundraiser.
The Tamworth Historical Society will hold a Must Go Fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Brass Heart Inn. Items for sale will include antiques, furniture, gift items and much more. For information call Don Harte at 603-323-7766.
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.
Holiday Fair.
The North Conway Community Center in North Conway Village will hold their Holiday Fair from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Stop by for early holiday shopping. Several local crafters will be attending.
K.A. Brett School Auction.
The Tamworth PTA will sponsor the K.A. Brett Auction at 1 p.m. at the Brett School in Tamworth. The Troon Family is donating their services so that 100 percent of the auction proceeds goes towards field trips and in school enrichment programs. Doors open at 12 p.m. For information on donating goods or gift certificates call 603-323-7271.
Rediscovering Afghanistan.
The Cook Memorial Library in Tamworth will hold an illustrated talk on “Rediscovering Afghanistan: Lessons from the Home,” at 2 p.m. The talk is free and open to the public. For additional information about the program call the library at 323-8510 or to register for the workshop call the Arts Alliance at 603-323-7302.
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.
Sunday 23
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 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