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Home Buyer Tax Credit

Select Real Estate — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:21:50 +0000

Planing on buying or selling a home? Select Real Estate is here to help. North Conway, Jackson and the surrounding area is our home, we know the local market conditions. The First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit is just one advantage to using a local REALTOR.

Recently the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit was extended and expanded. Because of the changes to this legislation Wendy Olson of Metlife in Conway, NH provided some simple general rules about qualifying for the tax credit.

General Rules:

A “first time home buyer” is defined as someone who has not owned a home in the last three
years. If you are a “first-time home buyer”, your tax credit will amount to 10% of the purchase
price of your new home not to exceed $8,000.

A “long-time resident” is defined as someone who has lived in the same primary home for 5
out of the past 8 years. If you are a “long-time resident”, your tax credit will amount to 10% of
the purchase price of your new home not to exceed $6,500.

The tax credit does not need to be paid back if you continue living in the home as your
primary residence for three years without selling it.

The home must be purchased for less than $800,000 before May 1, 2010. If you sign a binding contract to purchase a home before May 1st, you would need to close on the transaction before July 1, 2010.

Single taxpayers with incomes up to $125,000 and married couples with incomes up to $225,000 qualify for the full tax credit.

You cannot purchase the home from a related party like a spouse, direct ancestor, or direct lineal descendent (child or grandchild); however, you can still qualify for the credit if you purchase a property from siblings, nephews, nieces, and others.

If you are married, both spouses must qualify for the credit.

If more than one unmarried individual is buying the property, the credit can be split up among all the individuals who qualify. However, the total credit taken cannot exceed $8,000 (or $6,500 for “long-time residents”).

Alternatively, if only one of the unmarried buyers qualifies for the credit based on their income or past home ownership status, the individual who qualifies for the credit can claim the full credit.

The credit applies even if you have co-signers on your mortgage loan

The credit applies to 1-4 unit homes as long as you live in one of the units as your primary residence – you could live in one unit and rent out the others How does the tax credit work?

A tax credit is kind of like a gift certificate that you can use to pay your taxes – it reduces your income tax bill on a dollar for dollar basis. Imagine paying your bill at IRS Restaurant, and then later getting an IRS Restaurant gift certificate.

Normally, you would need to go back to IRS Restaurant and buy more food in order to use your new gift certificate. But what if IRS Restaurant allowed you to just turn in your gift certificate for cash? That’s how the home buyer tax credit works! All you need to do is file a form with the IRS after you buy your new home and they will send you a refund check for $8,000 (or $6,500) – just like the example of IRS Restaurant that allows you to exchange your gift certificate for cash! Remember though, you’ll receive the $8,000 (or $6,500) from the IRS AFTER you purchase your new home, so you cannot use the funds to help with your down payment.

For more information about the home buyer tax credit or other recent updates to the mortgage and real estate markets, please feel free to give Wendy a call. She would be happy to assist you with your mortgage in the purchase of your new home!

To ensure compliance with requirements imposed by the Internal Revenue Service, we inform you that any U.S. federal tax advice contained in this communication (including any attachments) was not intended or written to be used, and cannot be used, by any person for the purpose of (i) avoiding tax-related penalties or (ii) promoting, marketing or recommending to another person any transaction or matter addressed in this communication. I recommend that you consult with properly licensed legal, tax and investment advisors for specific advice pertaining to your individual situation.

Wendy Olson, CMPS ®

MetLife Home Loans

66 Main Street
Conway, NH 03818
603-447-6670 direct
603-662-6106 alternate
603-452-0232 fax
wolson@metlife.com
http://www.wendysmortgages.com

How can I get $8,000 in Mt Washington Valley? First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit FAQs shed some light.

Select Real Estate — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:10:56 +0000

Are you a first time home buyer looking at real estate in North Conway, Conway, or Jackson? Read on. First time home buyers in the Mount Washington Valley can take advantage of the First Time Homebuyers Federal Tax Credit. The North Conway Real Estate market has seen increased sales partly due to this federal program. Because of the program’s limitation there has been some confusion as to who is eligible and why. Recently New Hampshire’s own, Ed Harrigan of Bank of America Mortgages sent us these FAQs on the $8000.00 First Time Buyer Credit.

Read the facts. They may help you in your home buying decision.

First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit FAQ’s

1. Who is eligible to claim the tax credit?

First-time home buyers purchasing any kind of home—new or resale—are eligible for the tax credit. To qualify for the tax credit, a home purchase must occur on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. For the purposes of the tax credit, the purchase date is the date when closing occurs and the title to the property transfers to the home owner.

2. What is the definition of a first-time home buyer?

The law defines “first-time home buyer” as a buyer who has not owned a principal residence during the three-year period prior to the purchase. For married taxpayers, the law tests the homeownership history of both the home buyer and his/her spouse.

For example, if you have not owned a home in the past three years but your spouse has owned a principal residence, neither you nor your spouse qualifies for the first-time home buyer tax credit. However, unmarried joint purchasers may allocate the credit amount to any buyer who qualifies as a first-time buyer, such as may occur if a parent jointly purchases a home with a son or daughter. Ownership of a vacation home or rental property not used as a principal residence does not disqualify a buyer as a first-time home buyer.

3. How is the amount of the tax credit determined?

The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home’s purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000.

4. Are there any income limits for claiming the tax credit?

Yes. The income limit for single taxpayers is $75,000; the limit is $150,000 for married taxpayers filing a joint return. The tax credit amount is reduced for buyers with a modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) of more than $75,000 for single taxpayers and $150,000 for married taxpayers filing a joint return. The phaseout range for the tax credit program is equal to $20,000. That is, the tax credit amount is reduced to zero for taxpayers with MAGI of more than $95,000 (single) or $170,000 (married) and is reduced proportionally for taxpayers with MAGIs between these amounts.

5. What is “modified adjusted gross income”?

Modified adjusted gross income or MAGI is defined by the IRS. To find it, a taxpayer must first determine “adjusted gross income” or AGI. AGI is total income for a year minus certain deductions (known as “adjustments” or “above-the-line deductions”), but before itemized deductions from Schedule A or personal exemptions are subtracted. On Forms 1040 and 1040A, AGI is the last number on page 1 and first number on page 2 of the form. For Form 1040-EZ, AGI appears on line 4 (as of 2007). Note that AGI includes all forms of income including wages, salaries, interest income, dividends and capital gains.

To determine modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), add to AGI certain amounts of foreign-earned income. See IRS Form 5405 for more details.

6. If my modified adjusted gross income (MAGI) is above the limit, do I qualify for any tax credit?

Possibly. It depends on your income. Partial credits of less than $8,000 are available for some taxpayers whose MAGI exceeds the phaseout limits.

7. Can you give me an example of how the partial tax credit is determined?

Just as an example, assume that a married couple has a modified adjusted gross income of $160,000. The applicable phaseout to qualify for the tax credit is $150,000, and the couple is $10,000 over this amount. Dividing $10,000 by the phaseout range of $20,000 yields 0.5. When you subtract 0.5 from 1.0, the result is 0.5. To determine the amount of the partial first-time home buyer tax credit that is available to this couple, multiply $8,000 by 0.5. The result is $4,000.

Here’s another example: assume that an individual home buyer has a modified adjusted gross income of $88,000. The buyer’s income exceeds $75,000 by $13,000. Dividing $13,000 by the phaseout range of $20,000 yields 0.65. When you subtract 0.65 from 1.0, the result is 0.35. Multiplying $8,000 by 0.35 shows that the buyer is eligible for a partial tax credit of $2,800.

Please remember that these examples are intended to provide a general idea of how the tax credit might be applied in different circumstances. You should always consult your tax advisor for information relating to your specific circumstances.

8. How is this home buyer tax credit different from the tax credit that Congress enacted in July of 2008?

The most significant difference is that this tax credit does not have to be repaid. Because it had to be repaid, the previous “credit” was essentially an interest-free loan. This tax incentive is a true tax credit. However, home buyers must use the residence as a principal residence for at least three years or face recapture of the tax credit amount. Certain exceptions apply.

9. How do I claim the tax credit? Do I need to complete a form or application?

Participating in the tax credit program is easy. You claim the tax credit on your federal income tax return. Specifically, home buyers should complete IRS Form 5405 to determine their tax credit amount, and then claim this amount on line 67 of the 1040 income tax form for 2009 returns (line 69 of the 1040 income tax form for 2008 returns). No other applications or forms are required, and no pre-approval is necessary. However, you will want to be sure that you qualify for the credit under the income limits and first-time home buyer tests. Note that you cannot claim the credit on Form 5405 for an intended purchase for some future date; it must be a completed purchase.

10. What types of homes will qualify for the tax credit?

Any home that will be used as a principal residence will qualify for the credit. This includes single-family detached homes, attached homes like townhouses and condominiums, manufactured homes (also known as mobile homes) and houseboats. The definition of principal residence is identical to the one used to determine whether you may qualify for the $250,000 / $500,000 capital gain tax exclusion for principal residences.

It is important to note that you cannot purchase a home from your ancestors (parents, grandparents, etc.), your lineal descendants (children, grandchildren, etc.) or your spouse. Please consult with your tax advisor for more information. Also see IRS Form 5405.

11. I read that the tax credit is “refundable.” What does that mean?

The fact that the credit is refundable means that the home buyer credit can be claimed even if the taxpayer has little or no federal income tax liability to offset. Typically this involves the government sending the taxpayer a check for a portion or even all of the amount of the refundable tax credit.

For example, if a qualified home buyer expected, notwithstanding the tax credit, federal income tax liability of $5,000 and had tax withholding of $4,000 for the year, then without the tax credit the taxpayer would owe the IRS $1,000 on April 15th. Suppose now that the taxpayer qualified for the $8,000 home buyer tax credit. As a result, the taxpayer would receive a check for $7,000 ($8,000 minus the $1,000 owed).

12. I purchased a home in early 2009 and have already filed to receive the $7,500 tax credit on my 2008 tax returns. How can I claim the new $8,000 tax credit instead?

Home buyers in this situation may file an amended 2008 tax return with a 1040X form. You should consult with a tax advisor to ensure you file this return properly.

13. Instead of buying a new home from a home builder, I hired a contractor to construct a home on a lot that I already own. Do I still qualify for the tax credit?

Yes. For the purposes of the home buyer tax credit, a principal residence that is constructed by the home owner is treated by the tax code as having been “purchased” on the date the owner first occupies the house. In this situation, the date of first occupancy must be on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009.

In contrast, for newly-constructed homes bought from a home builder, eligibility for the tax credit is determined by the settlement date.

14. Can I claim the tax credit if I finance the purchase of my home under a mortgage revenue bond (MRB) program?

Yes. The tax credit can be combined with the MRB home buyer program. Note that first-time home buyers who purchased a home in 2008 may not claim the tax credit if they are participating in an MRB program.

15. I live in the District of Columbia. Can I claim both the Washington, D.C. first-time home buyer credit and this new credit?

No. You can claim only one.

16. I am not a U.S. citizen. Can I claim the tax credit?

Maybe. Anyone who is not a nonresident alien (as defined by the IRS), who has not owned a principal residence in the previous three years and who meets the income limits test may claim the tax credit for a qualified home purchase. The IRS provides a definition of “nonresident alien” in IRS Publication 519.

17. Is a tax credit the same as a tax deduction?

No. A tax credit is a dollar-for-dollar reduction in what the taxpayer owes. That means that a taxpayer who owes $8,000 in income taxes and who receives an $8,000 tax credit would owe nothing to the IRS.

A tax deduction is subtracted from the amount of income that is taxed. Using the same example, assume the taxpayer is in the 15 percent tax bracket and owes $8,000 in income taxes. If the taxpayer receives an $8,000 deduction, the taxpayer’s tax liability would be reduced by $1,200 (15 percent of $8,000), or lowered from $8,000 to $6,800.

18. I bought a home in 2008. Do I qualify for this credit?

No, but if you purchased your first home between April 9, 2008 and January 1, 2009, you may qualify for a different tax credit. Please consult with your tax advisor for more information.

19. Is there any way for a home buyer to access the money allocable to the credit sooner than waiting to file their 2009 tax return?

Yes. Prospective home buyers who believe they qualify for the tax credit are permitted to reduce their income tax withholding. Reducing tax withholding (up to the amount of the credit) will enable the buyer to accumulate cash by raising his/her take home pay. This money can then be applied to the downpayment.

Buyers should adjust their withholding amount on their W-4 via their employer or through their quarterly estimated tax payment. IRS Publication 919 contains rules and guidelines for income tax withholding. Prospective home buyers should note that if income tax withholding is reduced and the tax credit qualified purchase does not occur, then the individual would be liable for repayment to the IRS of income tax and possible interest charges and penalties.

In addition, rule changes made as part of the economic stimulus legislation allow home buyers to claim the tax credit and participate in a program financed by tax-exempt bonds. As a result, some state housing finance agencies have introduced programs that provide short-term second mortgage loans that may be used to fund a downpayment. Prospective home buyers should check with their state housing finance agency to see if such a program is available in their community. To date, 14 state agencies have announced tax credit assistance programs, and more are expected to follow suit. The National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) has compiled a list of such programs, which can be found here.

20. The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development has announced that HUD will allow “monetization” of the tax credit. What does that mean?

It means that HUD will allow buyers using FHA-insured mortgages to apply their anticipated tax credit toward their home purchase immediately rather than waiting until they file their 2009 income taxes to receive a refund. These funds may be used for certain downpayment and closing cost expenses.

Under the guidelines announced by HUD, non-profits and FHA-approved lenders will be allowed to give home buyers short-term loans of up to $8,000.

The guidelines also allow government agencies, such as state housing finance agencies, to facilitate home sales by providing longer term loans secured by second mortgages.

Housing finance agencies and other government entities may also issue tax credit loans, which home buyers may use to satisfy the FHA 3.5 percent downpayment requirement.

In addition, approved FHA lenders will also be able to purchase a home buyer’s anticipated tax credit to pay closing costs and downpayment costs above the 3.5 percent downpayment that is required for FHA-insured homes.

More information about the guidelines is available on the NAHB web site. Read the HUD mortgagee letter (pdf) and an explanation of the FHA Mortgagee Letter on Tax Credit Monetization (pdf). An FAQ about monetization (pdf) is available at the NAHB web site.

21. If I’m qualified for the tax credit and buy a home in 2009, can I apply the tax credit against my 2008 tax return?

Yes. The law allows taxpayers to choose (“elect”) to treat qualified home purchases in 2009 as if the purchase occurred on December 31, 2008. This means that the 2008 income limit (MAGI) applies and the election accelerates when the credit can be claimed (tax filing for 2008 returns instead of for 2009 returns). A benefit of this election is that a home buyer in 2009 will know their 2008 MAGI with certainty, thereby helping the buyer know whether the income limit will reduce their credit amount.

Taxpayers buying a home who wish to claim it on their 2008 tax return, but who have already submitted their 2008 return to the IRS, may file an amended 2008 return claiming the tax credit. You should consult with a tax professional to determine how to arrange this.

22. For a home purchase in 2009, can I choose whether to treat the purchase as occurring in 2008 or 2009, depending on in which year my credit amount is the largest?

Yes. If the applicable income phaseout would reduce your home buyer tax credit amount in 2009 and a larger credit would be available using the 2008 MAGI amounts, then you can choose the year that yields the largest credit amount.

Jim Lyons named White Mountain Board REALTOR of the Year

Select Real Estate — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:33:02 +0000

For the third time Jim Lyons is Realtor of the Year!

Conway, New Hampshire – The White Mountain Board of REALTORS® has announced that Jim Lyons of Select Real Estate has been chosen as the 2009 REALTOR® of the Year. View Jim’s listings here.

The REALTOR® of the Year award is given to one local REALTOR® each year, who displays outstanding REALTOR® spirit and demonstrates the highest levels of participation in civic activity within the community and involvement within the REALTOR® Association, at the local board level, as well as at the state and national levels.

Jim, who was honored as the White Mountain Board’s 2005 and 2006 REALTOR® of the Year was 2008 State President of the New Hampshire Association of REALTORS®, and currently serves on the Executive Committee and Board of Directors as Immediate Past President. A REALTOR® since 1982, he opened Select Real Estate in Conway in 1985 and has served the local White Mountain Board of REALTORS® in many committee and leadership roles prior to being elected local Board President in 2005. He is a member of the REALTOR® Honor Society and has been recognized as the Highest Point Recipient for the local board for the past five years.

At the state association, Lyons serves on the Communications Committee, Public Policy Committee and the Legal Committee, chairing the Risk Management subcommittee. He has been trained as a mediator, providing dispute resolution services to association members throughout the state. At the National Association of REALTORS®, Lyons serves on the Risk Management Committee and is a Sterling member of the National Association of REALTORS® Political Action Committee.

Fireworks and much more on July 4th in North Conway

Select Real Estate — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:32:34 +0000

While looking for North Conway Real Estate, take in the The Fourth of July celebration in Conway, North Conway and Jackson New Hampshire that has become a tradition for locals and visitors alike. Many families come to visit Jackson, New Hampshire and to watch the community’s fireworks display that explodes to life on the 3rd and is visible from the middle of the village.

The Forth of July kicks off with the Conway Parade, in Conway Village Saturday at 2:00 p.m. along Route 16. Remember to get there early to find a great spot along the parade route. The Independence Day Celebration continues in North Conway at 4:15 p.m followed by these other events being held in Schouler Park:

4:45 PM the Tina Titzer Act One Dance Company.

5:45 PM Kennett High School Drumline

6:30 PM MWV Theater – High School Musical

7:30 PM Discount Gigolos Concert

At 9:30 PM North Conway’s Fireworks Finale. Visible from Schouler Park Young and old alike will love the fireworks should be visible from Schouler park and the base of Cranmore Mountain.

There will also be a Craft Fair on the front lawn of the Gibson Center running from 10-5 on July 3rd and July 4th and from 10 – 3 on July 5th. Located across from Schouler Park

And those of you who are lucky enough to live in Madison or Eidelweiss Village, you can enjoy the many beaches along Pea Porridge Pond.

Are you into motor boating? Silver Lake, Conway Lake and Ossipee Lake are great places to take the family and enjoy a day out on the water. If you prefer to use a canoe or kayak there are many more ponds, rivers and lakes that dot the area that you can cruise.

Hiking, biking or horseback riding can be found throughout the Valley. There are literally hundreds of hiking trails in towns like Bartlett, Chatham, Hales Location and Freedom. Attitash and Great Glen Trails have some excellent biking on carriage roads as well as mountain biking trails. Farm by the River, Attitash and Black Mountain are a few of the favorites for horseback riding.

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July. And we look forward to seeing everyone around the Valley!

Local Interest for Friday May 29th, 2009 through Sunday June 7th, 2009

Select Real Estate — Thu, 28 May 2009 14:17:17 +0000

The North Conway area has plenty of great events going on. Enough to please all of our families and friends. If you haven’t made your plans for this summer you should take care of it soon! Our properties are booking up fast. So don’t get left out in the cold.

And remember that Select Real Estate has a great selection of mobile homes, houses and land for sale. Not sure what your looking for? Call Select Real Estate today and speak with one of our REALTORS. We are happy to help! Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday May 29th to Sunday June 7th, 2009.

Friday 29

Community Food Center.
The Sandwich/Tamworth Community Food Center based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays.

‘Facing East.’
M&D Productions will present Carol Lynn Pearson’s “Facing East” at the M&D Production Theater in North Conway. The show is an intense exploration of the Mormon faith. The show will run Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. until May 30. Tickets are $25 per person. For more information or to reserve your tickets, call (603) 662-7591.

Friday Painters’ Open Studio 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.

Junior Rifle Team Meetings.
The Fryeburg Fish and Game Junior Rifle Team meets every Friday at 7 p.m. in the Harold N. Sanborn Room of the Brownfield Recreation Center in Brownfield, Maine. New members welcome, for more information, call 207-935-2625.

Man of La Mancha.
Arts in Motion will present The Man of La Mancha at the Eastern Slope Playhouse on Main Street in North Conway, today through Sunday. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee on Sunday at 2 p.m. Admission is $15 per person and $10 for seniors and students. For more information or to reserve tickets, call the Box Office at (603) 356-5776.

Storytelling Festival.
Lovell’s Brick Church for the Performing Arts in Lovell, Maine will open the 2009 season with the Mountain Storytelling Festival at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening with five storytellers. Tickets are available at the door and are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 207-925-2792.

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 birth to six years old are the focal audience for this fun and informative story time. Call (603) 356-2992 for more information.

Saturday 30

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.

Bird and Flower Walk.
The Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany will offer a bird and flower walk at the Stone House in Chatham from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a great opportunity to view both field and forest birds, as well as late spring flowers in bloom. Participants will meet at the Chatham Town Library on Route 113B. 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.

Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
Karla’s Pet Rendezvous will host the grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony at their new location in Conway from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 10:30 a.m. The public is welcome to meet the staff and take a tour. Free pet nail clipping will be offered all day. For more information, call (603) 447- 3435.

Inn to Inn Spring Herb Tour.
The Country Inns in the White Mountains will host their first annual Inn to Inn Spring Herb Tour today and tomorrow. The theme this year is culinary herbs. Guests will sample the culinary use of thirteen different herbs, one at each separate inn location. For more information or to make a reservation, call 800-421-1785.

Sunday 31

Meisters Mini-Golf Tournament.
The Meisters Mini-Golf Tournament will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. at Banana Village in North Conway. $15 per person and $50 for a foursome. The tournament will benefit the AbilityPlus program in the Mt. Washington Valley. For more information or to sign up, call (603) 374-2688.

Valley Community Garden Planting.
The Valley Community Garden will be planted at the garden site located at 397 Tasker Hill Road in Conway from 12 to 5 p.m. The public is invited to come and sign up for a plot. For more information, call Jenn Andrews at (603) 475-3587.

Monday 1

Agape Food Pantry.
Agape Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee.

Argentine Tango Class.
Join Isabel Costa at the North Conway Community Center for tango lessons. Beginners meet at 5 p.m. Intermediate dancers meet at 6 p.m. Classes are $10 per person. No partner necessary. New students welcome. For more information, call (603) 383-9403.

Canterbury Trails.
The Fryeburg Walking Group at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church walks 1/2 to 1 mile on Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. Rain or snow, we cancel. All welcome. Wear comfortable shoes and warm clothes. For more information call Bebe Toor at 207-935-2068.

Conway Dinner Bell.
Conway Dinner Bell at the Congregational Church (brown church) on Main Street in Conway Village serves a free community dinner from 5 to 6 p.m. All are welcome. For information call (603) 447-3851.

Gibson Center Programs.
The Gibson Center for Senior Services in North Conway offers a number of activities and informational programs for seniors, including yoga and mobility classes, a game day, computer labs, dances, support groups, movies, health related service programs and trips. Call (603) 356-3231 for details.

Life Drawing Sessions.
The Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association located at Norcross Circle in North Conway will hold life drawing session on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 6 to 8 p.m. The class is $10 per session for members and $12 for non-members. Artists should bring their own materials including the medium of choice and a drawing board. For more information or to register, call (603) 356-2787.

Preschool Story Time in Lovell.
The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell, Maine is holding story time for preschoolers age five and under on Mondays at 10 a.m. For more information call 207-925-3177.

Quilt Making.
The Freedom Christian Church Ladies Guild will meet every Monday, weather permitting from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to make quilts for charity. Bring a bag lunch. All welcome, no matter age or ability. For more information call Pauline at 539-4709.

Spanish Lessons.
Learn conversational Spanish with Isabel Costa every Monday at the Met in North Conway. Beginners will meet at 2:45 p.m. and intermediates will meet at 3:45 p.m. New student welcome. The cost is $10 per person/per lesson. For more information or to signup, call (603) 383- 9403.

Tuesday 2

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 (603) 323-8510.

Wednesday 3

Camera Club Meeting.
The North Country Camera Club meets Sept. through May on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. The first meeting is informational and the second is competition (digital and prints). Contact Ed Bergeron, President, at (603) 356-6936 for more information. Also, visit our website: www.northcountrycameraclub. org. Our club is a member of the New England Camera Club Council. Come check us out, all levels are welcome!

Brown Bag Marketing Workshop.
Mount Washington Valley Arts Association will hold the Brown Bag Marketing Workshop from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center in North Conway. “New Hampshire Made,” representatives will be the featured speakers. The workshop is free and open to the public. Bring lunch and your questions. For more information, call (603) 356-2787.

Community Coffee Klatch.
Meets at the Chocorua Public Library from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Coffee, tea, sweets and great conversation are all part of this morning. Bring a friend or come alone. All are welcome.

Computer Tutoring.
Every Wednesday, free one to one computer tutoring at the Gibson Center. Co-sponsored by the Kennett Retired Teachers Association and the Gibson Center. Call to set up an appointment at (603) 356-3231.

Dinner Bell North.
Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m.

Grief Group.
A grief group will be held from 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the meeting room at The Met in North Conway Village. The program is free and open to the public to discuss feelings about the death of loved ones. For more information call Jeff at 986-4977 or Visiting Nurse and Hospice Care Services of NCC at (603) 356-7006.

Nature Nuts.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center presents “Nature Nuts,” the nature program for children ages three through five and their caregivers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the TMCC Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. For more information call (603) 447-6991 or on the web at www.tinmtn.org.

T.O.P.S.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly will meet Wednesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. (4:30 p.m. weigh-in) at the O.C.C. building at the corner of Dore Street and Moultonville Road in Center Ossipee. For information contact Linda Littlefield at 539- 8090. White Mountain Stamp Club. The White Mountain Stamp Club meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. and gain on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the home of Barbara Savary, located at 1724 NH Route 16 (on the corner of the south end of Bald Hill Road in Albany). Everyone interested in collecting stamps is welcome to attend. Fore more information call Barbara at (603) 447-5461 or email at savary@localnet.com.

Thursday 4

June $1 A Bag Sale.
The thrift shop at the Lovell United Church of Christ located on Route 5 in Lovell, Maine will have $1 a bag sale for the month of June. The thrift shop is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Madison Library Toddler Playgroup.
The Madison Library will hold toddler playgroups every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. through November 20. Toddlers, babies, and caregivers meet and mingle in the children’s room. Call (603) 367-8545 for more information.

Spring Trail Running Series.
Great Glen Trails will have a weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for eight weeks, from May to July 2 from 3:30 to 7 p.m. Racers can run/walk the 3.1 mile course. Short course available along with a mini course perfect for the kids. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete six out of eight weeks are based on a raffle at the end of series awards party. Event fee: Adults: $45 / Kids: $10 / One time fee: $9/2. For more information, contact Great Glen Trails at website: http://www.greatglentrails. com/Summer-Page-216.html or call (603) 466- 2333.

Friday 5

Annual 24-Hour Bio-Blitz.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill Road in Albany will hold a 24-hour bio blitz of the Tin Mountain property. Meet at the Nature Learning Center at 4 p.m. Help conduct a biological survey of the property, taking inventory of species of birds, trees, mammals and more. All skill levels are encouraged to participate. For more information, call Tin Mountain at (603) 447-6991.

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 Discussion Group.
The TGIF Book Discussion group will meet at the North Conway Library in North Conway Village at 10:30 a.m. The book for discussion is “Water for Elephants,” by Sara Gruen. The discussion is open to the public. To reserve a copy of the book or for more information, call the library at (603) 356-2961.

Saturday 6

Bicknell’s Thrush Tours.
The Mount Washington Auto Road will offer guided tours in search of the Bicknell’s Thrush. The thrush is a vary rare species with a limited breeding area. The tours depart from the base of the Mount Washington Auto Road at 5:30 a.m. Tours last approximately two hours. Cost is $45 per person and advance reservations are required. For more information or to make your reservation, call 466- 3988.

Farming, Past, Present and Future.
The Remick Museum in Tamworth will hold a free presentation at 1 p.m. regarding renewable energy. Kenneth Smith of Smith Energy will discuss small scale solar and wind generation. Refreshments will be served. This is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 323-7591.

Jackson Covered Bridge 10K Foot Race.
The White Mountain Milers will hold the 2009 Jackson Covered Bridge 10K foot race and Kids K Fun Run starting at the Jackson Covered Bridge. Registration is from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at the Jackson Fire Station. Walkers begin at 9:30 a.m. and runners begin at 10 a.m. Kids K Run begins at 11:30 a.m. after the 10K race. Commemorative medals will be given to all finishers. Proceeds to benefit the White Mountain Milers Scholarship Fund. For more information call (603) 383-9356 or www.whitemountainmilers.com.

Mountain Garden Club Annual Plant Sale.
The Mountain Garden Club will hold their annual plant sale at the North Conway Community Center at 9:30 a.m. The club will be offering annuals, perennials, herbs, houseplants, hanging baskets and more. This fundraiser benefits the Alice T. Madden Scholarship Fund. For complete details visit www.mountaingardenclub.org.

Pie Crust Making and Rhubarb Workshop.
The Remick Museum in Tamworth will have a pie crust making workshop from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn basic pie crust techniques. From 1 to 3 p.m. learn the delicious treats that can be made from rhubarb including rhubarb dumplings and rhubarb ginger jams. For more information on any of the programs offered or to make a reservation, call (603) 323-7591.

Puppy Playgroup.
At Four Your Paws Only located on White Mountain Highway next to D’Angelo’s 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.

Shades of Gray.
The Arts in Motion Youth Players will present “Shades of Gray,” original work with writings submitted from local students about life, family and the world. The production will take place at the Loynd Auditorium at Kennett High School. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. Admission is $8 per person. The production proceeds will develop a scholarship fund for graduating seniors from Kennett High School and Fryeburg Academy. For more information, call (603) 452-7515.

Weekend Watercolor Workshop.
The MWVAA will offer a weekend workshop entitled “Flowers and More,” today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center in Norcross Place in North Conway. Lavonne Suwalski will demonstrate techniques for drawing and painting flowers. For more information or to register, call (603) 356- 2787.

Sunday 7

Captain Enoch Remick House Victorian Tea.
Join us for a Victorian style tea at the Captain Enoch Remick House in Tamworth at 3 p.m. Learn about the history of tea and tea etiquette in the Remick family home decorated with antique furnishings. The fee for the Victorian Tea is $10 per person. Call (603) 323-8002 to reserve your space.

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.

Local Interest for Friday May 22nd, 2009 through Sunday May 31st, 2009

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Memorial Day weekend is here. The North Conway area has plenty going on. Enough to please all of our families and friends. If you haven’t made your plans for this summer you should take care of it soon! Select Real Estate has many great vacation rentals available. And remember that Select Real Estate has a great selection of mobile homes, houses and land for sale. Not sure what your looking for? Call Select Real Estate today and speak with one of our REALTORS. We are happy to help! Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday May 22nd to Sunday May 31st, 2009.

Friday 22

Monthly Supper.
The Knights of Columbus will hold their monthly supper from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Our Lady of the Mountains Church in North Conway. The menu includes roast pork dinner served with gravy, mashed potato, green beans and applesauce. Adults/$8 and Children/$4.

Nature Author Series.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill Road in Albany will present the Nature Author Series at 7 p.m. at the Nature Learning Center. Joyce Major will share her experiences and read from her book, “Smiling at the World: A Woman’s Passionate Quest for Adventure and Love.” Donations are $3 per person or $5 for families. For more information or to make a reservation, call Tin Mountain at (603) 447-6991.

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 halfhour 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 23

Bird Watch Canoe Trip.
Join Tin Mountain Conservation Center staff for a 7 a.m. canoe trip of the Brownfield Bog to view the return of migrating birds. For more information or to make a reservation, call (603) 447-6991.

Building Raised Bed Gardens.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill Road in Albany will present a workshop on building raised bed gardens with gardener Anne Bennett from 1 to 4:30 p.m. at the Nature Learning Center. Get hands on experience in constructing and gardening in raised beds. Bring gloves and sturdy shoes. For more information, call (603) 447-6991.

Carroll County Pancake Breakfast.
The Carroll County Commissioners announce the Second Annual Carroll County Pancake Breakfast in celebration of County Week. The breakfast will be held at the Mountain View Nursing Home in Ossipee from 8 to 10 a.m. All county residents are invited. Learn about county government and meet the county employees.

Celebrate Effingham Yard Sale.
Celebrate Effingham will hold its annual yard sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Effingham Municipal Building on School Street in Effingham. All kinds of surprises and great buys. For more information, call (603) 539-7178.

Evening Program Series.
The Appalachian Mountain Club Evening Program Series will present “Tales from the Trail,” with AMC volunteer Pete Lane for a presentation on his 2001-2002 Appalachian Trail hike. The program begins at 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 466-2727.

Giant Indoor Yard Sale.
The Mt. Washington Valley Habitat for Humanity will hold a giant indoor yard sale today and tomorrow at the Lenox Building on Route 16 in North Conway from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Items for sale include furniture, appliances, power tools, building materials, windows, doors, kitchen cabinets, hardware and paint. Proceeds benefit the MWV Habitat for Humanity. For more information, call (603) 356-3832.

Guided Hike and Yoga.
A guided hike led by a certified yoga teacher will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Burntmeadow Mountain, Route 160 in Brownfield, Maine. The cost is $25 per person and includes brown bag lunch, gentle yoga and meditation. For more information, call Leslee at (207) 625-4756.

Jackson Library Book Sale.
The Friends of Jackson Public Library will host their annual used book sale today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jackson Town Hall. For more information, call (603) 383- 9076.

Madison Church Supper.
The Madison Church will hold a supper at the Madison Elementary School at 5:30 p.m. The menu includes baked chicken, stuffing, salads, rolls and pie. Adults are $8 and children are $3 each.

Village Artisan Fair.
The first annual Village Artisan Fair will be held on the grounds of the MWV Chamber of Commerce in North Conway Village from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Talented artists from all over New England will display and sell their work. For more information, call the Chamber at 800-367- 3364.

WMMA presents the Seacoast Wind Ensemble.
White Mountain Musical Arts will present the Seacoast Wind Ensemble in a return Memorial Weekend performance at the Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg, Maine. The evening will feature a concert honoring area veterans and provide a musical salute to thank those who have served. Tickets are available in advance and at the door.Call (603) 356-5544 for more information or to order tickets.

Sunday 24

Argentine Tango Class.
Join Isabel Costa, Argentine native, at the North Conway Community Center for tango lessons. Intermediates with some Tango experience meet at 1 p.m. and beginners meet at 2 p.m. Classes are $10 per person/per lesson. No partner necessary. New students welcomed anytime. For more information call (603) 383-9403.

Comedy Show Fundraiser.
The 302 West Smokehouse and Tavern in Fryeburg, Maine will host a night of fundraising for the Harvest Hills Animal Shelter. Tammy Pooler and Freddie Stone will entertain. Dinners are served from 5 to 8 p.m. and the show will start at 9 p.m. Tickets are on sale at $10 perperson. For more information or to make your reservation, call 207-935-3021.

Spanish Lessons.
Learn conversational Spanish with Isabel Costa every Sunday at the Met in North Conway. Beginners will meet at 10:30 a.m. and intermediates will meet at 11:40 a.m. New student welcome. The cost is $10 per person/per lesson. For more information or to signup, call (603) 383-9403.

Wildquack Duck River Festival.
Join the Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce for the running of the Wildquack Duck Race on the Wildcat River in Jackson Village. Activities in the park will begin at 10 a.m., with the race starting at 2 p.m. Your Duck Race ticket could win you $1000 or one of more than 70 other valuable prizes. For more information call (603) 383- 9356 or on the web:www.jacksonnh.com.

Monday 25

Agape Food Pantry.
Agape Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee.

Mountain Garden Club Meeting.
The Mountain Garden Club will hold the monthly meeting at Christmas Farm Inn on Route 16B in Jackson. Coffee and refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m., a business meeting at 10 a.m. and followed by the program “Pruning Matters Made Easy” at 11 a.m. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 383-9375.

Square Dance Workshop.
The MWV Stompers will hold a square dance workshop every Monday from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Conway Elementary School. For more information call Arthur at (603) 447-5527, Charlene at 207-647-9464 or Barbara at (603) 356-5546.

Tuesday 26

Adult Singer Classes.
The Mountain Top Music Center located in Conway Village will hold adult singer classes with Lillian Lee-Morse from 6:30 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday. For more details or to register for the class, call (603) 447-4737.

CAHS Volunteer Orientation.
The Conway Area Humane Society will hold volunteer orientation from 3 to 4 p.m. If you love animals and would like to help, be a CAHS volunteer. For more information, call (603) 447-5605.

Managing Money in Tough Times.
The UNH Cooperative Extension Service will offer a workshop on “Managing Money in Tough Times,” from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the office located on Main Street in Conway. There is no charge to participate but pre-registration is required as class size is limited. For more information or to pre-register, call (603) 447-3834.

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 27

Camera Club Meeting.
The North Country Camera Club meets Sept. through May on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. The first meeting is informational and the second is competition (digital and prints). Contact Ed Bergeron, President, at (603) 356-6936 for more information. Also, visit our website: www.northcountrycameraclub.org. Our club is a member of the New England Camera Club Council. Come check us out, all levels are welcome!

Cancer Support Group.
Every third Wednesday a cancer support group will meet at Saco River Medical Group located on Greenwood Avenue in Conway from 7 to 8 p.m. Cancer patients, caregivers, family members and previous patients are invited to attend. This is free and open to the public. For more information, call Donnarae at (603) 356-3448.

Computer Tutoring.
Every Wednesday, free one to one computer tutoring at the Gibson Center. Cosponsored by the Kennett Retired Teachers Association and the Gibson Center. Call to set up an appointment at (603) 356-3231.

Dinner Bell North.
Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m.

Folk Band for Beginners.
Mountain Top Music Center in Conway will offer Folk Band for Beginners every Wednesday from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Learn to play traditional American folk songs. Classes are taught by Seth Austen. Cost is $12 per class. For more information or to signup, call (603) 447-4737.

White Mountain Stamp Club.
The White Mountain Stamp Club meets on the second Wednesday of every month at 1:30 p.m. and gain on the third Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the home of Barbara Savary, located at 1724 NH Route 16 (on the corner of the south end of Bald Hill Road in Albany). Everyone interested in collecting stamps is welcome to attend. Fore more information call Barbara at (603) 447-5461 or email at savary@localnet.com.

Thursday 28

Jam Band/Recording Class.
Mountain Top Music Center located in Conway Village will hold a jam band/recording class with Chad Cummings from 7 to 9 p.m. Drop in are welcome. For more details or to register for the class, call (603) 447-4737.

‘Life in the Freezer’ Antarctica Program.
The Friends of the Madison Library will present a talk and slideshow on Antarctica with Hersh Sosnoff at 7 p.m. in the Chick Room of the Madison Library. Refreshments will follow the program. Call (603) 367-8545 for more information.

Storytelling Dinners.
The Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich will hold the final evening of storytelling dinners at 6:30 p.m. Dinner with a smorgasbord of tales by various tellers. Cost for dinner and entertainment is $18.95 plus tax and gratuity. For reservations or more information call (603) 284-6219.

Friday 29

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.

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Local Interest for Friday May 15th, 2009 through Saturday May 23rd, 2009

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The Conway Scenic Railway, Storyland and the Mount Washington Auto Road and many other great attractions are open to make your vacations even better! Select Real Estate has many great vacation rentals available. And remember that Select Real Estate has a great selection of mobile homes, houses and land for sale. Not sure what your looking for? Call Select Real Estate today and speak with one of our REALTORS. We are happy to help! Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday May 15th to Saturday May 23rd, 2009.

Friday 15

8th Annual MWVCC Golf Tournament.
The 8th Annual MWVCC Golf Tournament will be held at the Indian Mound Golf Club in Ossipee at 8 a.m. The event begins with a continental breakfast then the shotgun start at 9 a.m. A barbeque buffet and awards banquet will follow at 4 p.m. Entry options are $80 per person, $180 for an individual with a tee sponsor, $300 for a foursome and $400 for a foursome with tee sponsor. Proceeds benefit the Mount Washington Youth Hockey Association and the Tatum Riley Brett Fund. For more information, call (603) 356-5701.

8th Annual Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower Show.
The 8th Annual Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower show will be held at the Fryeburg Fairground in Fryeburg, Maine today through Sunday. There will be workshops, more than 200 exhibitors and products for making the most fun in your garden. Show hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission tickets are $8 per person, $4 for seniors and children six and under are free. For more information, call 359-2033 or visit www.homegardenflowershow. com.

CAHS Volunteer Orientation.
The Conway Area Humane Society will hold volunteer orientation from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. If you love animals and would like to help, be a CAHS volunteer. For more information, call (603) 447-5605.

Italian Church Supper.
St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Church in Tamworth will hold a festive Italian supper at 6 p.m. in the parish hall. The menu will include a variety of lasagna dishes (including meatless), salads, bread, desserts and beverages. The admission is $8 for adults and $4 for children. For more information call (603) 323-8515.

‘Some Assembly Required.’
The Kennett High School Drumline will present an encore performance of it’s spring show “Some Assembly Required,” at 7 p.m. in the Loynd Auditorium of Kennett High School. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and are available at the door.

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.

TMCC Annual Meeting Concert.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill Road in Albany will present the Annual Meeting Concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Nature Learning Center. Hanneke Cassel, Natalie Haas and Keith Murphy will entertain with Scottish fiddling. Tickets are $25 per person and includes admission for tomorrow’s Annual Field Day. For more information or to make a reservation, call (603) 447-6991.

Women’s Horsemanship Getaway.
The Farm by the River Bed and Breakfast located on the West Side Road in North Conway will hold a five day introduction to riding. The program is designed for women 18 and older who want to learn more about horses, ground skills and riding skills. For information on the packages offered, call (603) 356-2694.

Saturday 16

Black Bear Day.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center in Holderness will host a special day to teach about the fascinating and resourceful native N.H. Black Bear. The program will begin at 10:30 a.m. with a talk on Black Bear ecology. The admission is $8 for all ages. For more information, call (603) 968-7194 ext. 12.

Brownfield Bog Bird Walk.
Tin Mountain Conservation Center will offer Bird Walks in Brownfield Bog from 7 to 10 a.m. with avian experts. This is an excellent opportunity to see a diversity of bird life. Meet at the Grant’s parking lot in Brownfield, Maine. Bring binoculars, rubber boots and a snack. For more information or to make a reservation, call Tin Mountain at (603) 447-6991.

‘Color Concepts in Watercolor’ Workshop.
The Mount Washington Valley Arts Association will offer a weekend workshop entitled “Color Concepts in Watercolor,” today and tomorrow from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center in Norcross Place in North Conway. Learn and expand on the color wheel with JoAnn Pippin. For more information or to register for the workshop, call (603) 356-2787.

Conway Contra Dance.
The Conway Contra Dance will be held at Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for children and $15 for families. Calling by Eric Rollnick and music by Fish of a Feather. Beginners are welcome, no partner necessary. For more information, call (603) 447-4737.

Evening Program Series.
The Appalachian Mountain Club Evening Program Series will present a slide presentation and discussion on the bluebird with Dave Eastman of Country Ecology at the AMC Pinkham Visitor Center in Pinkham Notch. The natural history and behavior of the bird will be discussed along with attracting the bird to your yard. The program begins at 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 466-2727.

Family Movie Matinee.
The Effingham Public Library in Effingham will hold a family movie matinee at 1 p.m. The movie will be “The Tale of Despereaux.” The movie is rated “G”. The movie and popcorn are free. For more information, call (603) 539- 1537.

KHS Art Show.
The 9th Annual Kennett High School Art Show will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. tonight and tomorrow from 12 to 6 p.m. next to Staples in North Conway. Awards will be presented at 6 p.m. tonight. Refreshments will be served and entertainment provided by the music students.

KMS Baked Goods and Water Bottle Sale.
The Kennett Middle School will hold a baked goods and water bottle sale at the KMS Softball Tournament at the middle school fields from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Funds from the sale will help supplement the general fund for the 2010 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.

KMS Car Wash Fundraiser.
The Kennett Middle School will hold a car wash from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the middle school parking lot in Conway. Proceeds will help individual students raise money for the Washington, D.C. trip in 2010.

MHS Second Annual Flea Market.
The Madison Historical Society will hold the second annual Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Madison Fire Station. The event is rain or shine and proceeds will benefit the MHS Building Restoration Fund. There will also be a bake sale. For more information, call Linda at 367-4640

Spring Fair and Plant Sale.
The Community School in South Tamworth will hold a spring fair and plant sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Rain or shine. Many plants to choose from including organic vegetable seedlings and perennials, annuals, shrubs and trees. For more information, call (603) 323-7000.

TMCC Annual Field Day.
The Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill Road in Albany will hold the Annual Field Day and Meeting at the Nature Learning Center. The activities for the day include a bird walk at Brownfield Bog from 7 to 11 a.m., a wildflower hike to glacial waterfall from 8 to 11 a.m., a walk to the Beaver Pond from 9 to 10 a.m., building tours from 10 to 11 a.m., the annual meeting at 11:30 a.m., a delicious lunch at 12:15 p.m. and the keynote address from 1 to 2 p.m. The cost of the day is $5 per person and $15 for families. For more information or to sign up for any of the walks, call (603) 447-6991.

Sunday 17

Children’s Fishing Derby.
The Remick Farm and Museum located on Cleveland Hill Road in Tamworth will hold a children’s fishing derby from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children age 15 and under may participate with parental supervision. Trophies are awarded. Bring your own bait and tackle and a pail to carry your fish home. Two fish limit per child. For more information, call 323-7591.

Chocolate Sunday.
The Parsonsfield Seminary in Parsonsfield, Maine presents Chocolate Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at ParSem. Local businesses will offer chocolate desserts for the public to enjoy. Tickets are $6 for all you can eat. For more information, call (603) 539- 5233.

Spring Concert.
The Mount Washington Valley Choral Society will present a spring concert at 4 p.m. at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts center in Fryeburg, Maine. The The program will be “Frostiana,” by Randall Thompson. There are limited free tickets. For more information or for tickets, call 207-935-2001 ext. 3102.

Square Dance.
The Mount Washington Valley Squares will hold a dance at the Conway American Legion located 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. For more information, call 569-3962.

Monday 18

Agape Food Pantry.
Agape Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee.

Taoist Tai Chi Classes.
Taoist Tai Chi classes are offered on Mondays and Thursdays at the Taoist Tai Chi Society’s North Conway Center in the Eastern Slope Plaza complex from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For more information call (603) 356-5581.

Zumba Dance Classes.
Zumba dance classes will be held at the North Conway Community Center every Monday at 9:30 a.m. Cost is $35 for the nine week program or $5 per class for walk-ins. Call 978-790-3375 for details.

Tuesday 19

CHS Monthly Meeting and Program.
The Conway Historical Society will hold their monthly potluck supper meeting followed by “A New Hampshire Family during the CivilWar,” will Alan Houston at the Salyards Center for the Arts on Main Street in Conway. The potluck dinner begins at 6 p.m. and the program at 7 p.m. All programs are open to the public. For more information, call (603) 447-5551.

Discovering Your Roots.
The Freedom Historical Society presents Discovering Your Roots with Frank Fisher of the Ossipee Public Library. The program will be held at the Allard House Museum on Old Portland Road in Freedom at 7 p.m. Learn the basics of genealogy research. Learn how to begin the search and resources available. Refreshments will be served. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 301-1107.

Harrison House Resale Shoppe.
The Harrison House Resale Shoppe located at the entrance of the Conway Area Humane Society at 223 East Main Street in Conway will be open every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your donated items by, or come in and find a bargain. Proceeds benefit the Conway Area Humane Society. For more information contact the shelter at (603) 447-5605.

Yoga Classes.
The Tamworth Recreation Department will offer the spring sessions of Yoga on Tuesday nights from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Tamworth Town House from now through April 21. Classes are multi-level. The cost for the seven week session is $55. Classes are taught by Juno Lamb. To pre-register or for more information, call (603) 323-2090.

Wednesday 20

Bird Walks in Tamworth.
Meet at 7 a.m. at the Tamworth Town House parking lot for the Wednesday Morning Bird Walk. Meet rain or shine. Short walks or drives to great birding. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. The public is invited. The walk will be lead by Tony Vazzano. For more information, call (603) 387-7869.

Camera Club Meeting.
The North Country Camera Club meets Sept. through May on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. The first meeting is informational and the second is competition (digital and prints). Contact Ed Bergeron, President, at (603) 356-6936 for more information. Also, visit our website: www.northcountrycameraclub.org. Our club is a member of the New England Camera Club Council. Come check us out, all levels are welcome!

Dinner Bell North.
Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m.

Young Adult Book Group.
The Conway Public Library invites young people in grades six and up to join its Young Adult Book Group. Discussions take place on Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. and there are always plenty of snacks.

Thursday 21

Bits, Bytes & Business.
The Mount Washington Economic Council will hold Bits, Bytes and Business meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Tech Village in Conway. A workshop on Wireless Insecurity will be the topic of discussion. Cost is $15 for chamber and council members and $17 for non-members. For more information or to register, call (603) 447-6622.

History of the Laconia State School.
The Madison Historical Society will present “The History of the Laconia State School, 1901-1991” at the Madison Historical Society at 7 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. Donations accepted. Refreshments will be served.

Storytelling Dinners.
The Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich will hold storytelling dinners every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This week Marty Basch of Intervale is the featured storyteller. Cost for dinner and entertainment is $18.95 plus tax and gratuity. For reservations or more information call (603) 284-6219.

Writers’ Night.
Effingham Writers’ Night will be held at the Effingham Public Library at 7 p.m. Dana Cunningham, composer and musician will perform. Open mic to follow the performance. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, call (603) 539- 1537.

Zumba Dance Classes.
Zumba dance classes will be held at the North Conway Community Center every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $5 per class. Call 978-790-3375 for details.

Friday 22

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.

Saturday 23

Local Interest for Friday May 8th, 2009 through Friday May 15th, 2009

Select Real Estate — Thu, 07 May 2009 14:14:52 +0000

The North Conway area has something for everyone. Take some time, look around and enjoy what the White Mountains have to offer! The Conway Scenic Railway, Storyland and the Mount Washington Auto Road and many other great attractions are all preparing to open so make your summer vacation rental plans now! And remember that Select Real Estate has a great selection of mobile homes, houses and land for sale. Not sure what your looking for? Call Select Real Estate today and speak with one of our REALTORS. We are happy to help! Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday May 8th to Friday May 15th, 2009.

Friday 8

3rd Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction.
The Conway Village Area Chamber of Commerce will hold the 3rd Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner and Auction at the Salyards Center for the Arts located on Main Street in Conway Village. Cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30 p.m., followed by the auction at 7:30 p.m. with auctioneer Tom Troon and family. $30 per person. Complete dinner of pork, roast beef or pasta. For more information or to reserve your tickets, call (603) 447-2639.

Classical Music in Pop Culture.
The Portland Symphony Orchestre in partnership with the Kennett High Performing Arts Department present “Classical Music in Pop Culture” at 7 p.m.. in the Loynd Auditorium of Kennett High School. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling (603) 356-4343.

Community Food Center.
The Sandwich/ Tamworth Community Food Center based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays.

Full Moon Spiritual Circle.
The Luna Gallery located on Main Street in North Conway will hold a Full Moon spiritual Circle at 7 p.m. Bring your positive energies. For more information, call (603) 356-5862.

NRA Basic Pistol Course.
The Fryeburg Fish and Game will hold an NRA Basic Pistol Course tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. and again tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at The Brownfield Rec Center in Brownfield, Maine. Cost is $50 per student and will include all materials and ammunition. Guns will be provided. Pre-registration and payment is required. Class will be limited to 20 students. For more information or to register, call Jim Holt at 207-935-2625.

Saturday 9

Crafty Kids Mother’s Day Crafts.
The Effingham Public Library in Effingham will hold Crafty Kids Mother’s Day Craft workshop at 1 p.m. with Kathy Lambert. Kids of all ages are invited to the library to make a gift for Mom. For more information, call (603) 539- 1537.

Evening Program Series.
The Appalachian Mountain Club Evening Program Series will present “Summiting in Spring? A Snow Ranger’s approach to hiking Mt. Washington,” at the AMC Pinkham Visitor Center in Pinkham Notch. Snow Ranger Jeff Lane will speak of his experiences and transition season between winter and summer. The program begins at 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 466-2727.

Flower Walk with TMCC.
Executive Director of Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Michael Cline will lead a wildflower trip on the TMCC Bear Paw Lands from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Meet at the Sherman Farm Store in East Conway. For more information, call (603) 447-6991.

Music in My Pocket Storytelling.
Mountain Top Music Center will present Jeff Warner performing “Music in My Pocket,” at 10 a.m. at the Conway Public Library. The performance focuses around children ages four to nine. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, call (603) 447-5552.

Shaw Brothers in Concert.
The Shaw Brothers will perform a benefit concert for Mountain Top Music Center at 7:30 p.m. in the Loynd Auditorium at Kennett High School. Tickets are $15 if reserved in advance, $13 for kids and seniors, and $18 at the door. For more information or for ticket reservations, call Mountain Top Music Center at (603) 447-4737.

Sunday 10

Conway Scenic Railroad Mother’s Day Special.
Mom rides free in Coach when accompanied by one or more of her children. Mom rides free in First Class when accompanied by another paying adult. Complimentary appetizers served on First Class Parlor Car. Departures are 11:30 a.m. to Bartlett and 1:30 p.m. to Conway. For more information, call (603) 356- 5251 or visit www.conwayscenic.com.

Mother’s Day at Squam Lake Science Center.
The Squam Lakes Natural Science Center in Holderness invites you to bring mom for a special free visit. All moms will enjoy free admission with another paid admission. For more information, call 968- 7194 ext. 12.

Pot Luck Singers in Concert.
The Pot Luck Singers will perform in concert at the Little White Church in Eaton at 7 p.m. Celebrate spring with music and stories to entertain everyone. Refreshments will be available after the concert. A donation of your choice will benefit the Little White Church. For more information, call (603) 447-2295.

Monday 11

Agape Food Pantry.
Agape Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee.

Altrusa Monthly Meeting.
Altrusa of Carroll County will hold it’s monthly business meeting at 6 p.m. at the Tri-County CAP building in Tamworth. For more information, call (603) 323-8067.

Beginning Chamber Ensemble Class.
Mountain Top Music Center located in Conway Village will hold beginning chamber ensemble classes from 7 to 8 p.m. with Chris Nourse. For more details about the class or to register, call (603) 447-4737.

Community Chamber Ensemble Class.
Mountain Top Music Center located in Conway Village will hold community chamber ensemble classes from 7 to 9 p.m. with Chris Nourse. For more details about the class or to register, call (603) 447-4737.

Zumba Dance Classes.
Zumba dance classes will be held at the North Conway Community Center now through June 18 every Monday at 9 a.m. Cost is $35 for the nine week program or $5 per class for walkins. Call 978-790-3375 for details.

Tuesday 12

Chakra Healing and Cleansing.
The Luna Galley in North Conway will hold a class on Chakra Healing and Cleansing from 6 to 9 p.m. The instructor is Reiki Healer, Rajanna Moon. The class will be held at the Luna Gallery on Main Street in North Conway. Class fee is $20 per person. Register now by calling (603) 356-5862.

Wednesday 13

Camera Club Meeting.
The North Country Camera Club meets Sept. through May on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. The first meeting is informational and the second is competition (digital and prints). Contact Ed Bergeron, President, at (603) 356-6936 for more information. Also, visit our website: www.northcountrycameraclub.org. Our club is a member of the New England Camera Club Council. Come check us out, all levels are welcome!

Dinner Bell North.
Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m.

Hummingbird Slide Presentation.
The North Conway Library invites the public to a slide show on hummingbirds at 7 p.m. at the Mount Washington Observatory Discovery Center located on Main Street in North Conway. Ed and Kathy Bergeron will entertain you with amazing slides taken along the migration route. There is no charge for this event and refreshments will be served. For more information, contact the library at (603) 356-2961.

Retired Educators’ Meeting.
The MWV Retired Educators Association will meet at 10 a.m. at Elaine Hennigan’s home in Eaton. The meeting will include brunch pot luck, so bring something to share. Coffee, juice and tea will be provided. For more information and directions, call (603) 447-2884.

Thursday 14

‘America from Afar.’
The Friends of the Freedom Library will host Carol Keyes leading the discussion of Daniel Gordis’ book, “If a Place Can Make You Cry,” as part of the book series “America from Afar” at 7 p.m. at the Freedom Library. The book discussion is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call (603) 539-5176.

Evening with the Tarot.
The Luna Gallery located on Main Street in North Conway will hold an evening with the Tarot every second Thursday of the month from 7 to 9 p.m. A $5 class fee ato cover the refreshments will be charged. For more information or to register, call (603) 356-5862.

Getting Started with Chickens.
The U.N.H. Cooperative Extension Service will offer a free workshop on raising chickens from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Carroll County Administration Building located at Route 171 in Ossipee. For more information or to pre-register, contact the Extension Service at (603) 447-3834.

Storytelling Dinners.
The Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich will hold storytelling dinners every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This week Lynne Cullen of Portland, Maine is the featured storyteller. Cost for dinner and entertainment is $18.95 plus tax and gratuity. For reservations or more information call (603) 284- 6219.

TMCC Lunchtime Eco-Forum.
The Tin Mountain Conservation Center located on Bald Hill in Albany will hold the lunchtime eco-forum from 12 to 1 p.m. The topic of discussion is DOT Environmental Permitting and the Conway Bypass with Charlie Hood. The series is free and open to the public. Bring your own lunch or enjoy pizza from Flatbread Co. For more information, call (603) 447-6991.

Zumba Dance Classes.
Zumba dance classes will be held at the North Conway Community Center now through June 18 every Thursday at 5:30 p.m. Cost is $60 for the eighteen week program or $5 per class for walk-ins. Call 978-790-3375 for details.

Friday 15

8th Annual MWVCC Golf Tournament.
The 8th Annual MWVCC Golf Tournament will be held at the Indian Mound Golf Club in Ossipee at 8 a.m. The event begins with a continental breakfast then the shotgun start at 9 a.m. A barbeque buffet and awards banquet will follow at 4 p.m. Entry options are $80 per person, $180 for an individual with a tee sponsor, $300 for a foursome and $400 foar a foursome with tee sponsor. Proceeds benefit the Mount Washington Youth Hockey Associaiton and the Tatum Riley Brett Fund. For more information, call (603) 356-5701.

8th Annual Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower Show.
The 8th Annual Northern New England Home, Garden and Flower show will be held at the Fryeburg Fairground in Fryeburg, Maine today through Sunday. There will be workshops, more than 200 exhibitors and products for making the most fun in your garden. Show hours are Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admisssion tickets are $8 per person, $4 for seniors and children six and under are free. For more information, call 359-2033 or visit www.homegardenflowershow.com.

Community Food Center.
The Sandwich/ Tamworth Community Food Center based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays.

Local Interest for Friday May 1st, 2009 through Saturday May 9th, 2009

Select Real Estate — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:08:56 +0000

You wouldn’t want to be left out – would you? Then why haven’t you spent some time in the Mount Washington Valley? The North Conway area has something for everyone. Take some time, look around and enjoy what the White Mountains have to offer! The Conway Scenic Railway, Storyland and the Mount Washington Auto Road are all preparing to open so make your summer vacation rental plans now! And remember that Select Real Estate has a great selection of vacation homes. Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday May 1st to Saturday May 9th, 2009.

Friday 1

Beltaine Circle.
Celebrate the wonder of spring with a spiritual ceremony honoring Mother Earth at 7 p.m. at Luna Gallery located on Main Street in North Conway. Meet at 6:45 p.m. The circle starts at 7 p.m. sharp. Light refreshments will be served. A donation at the door will be appreciated. For details, call (603) 356- 5862.

Community Food Center.
The Sandwich/ Tamworth Community Food Center based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays.

History of the 20th Century Songcatchers.
The Arts Council of Tamworth’s presentation of Revels Repertory Company’s new musical, “Voices from the Mountain,” music director Kay Dunlap will appear in costume at the Remick Museum in Tamworth at 6 p.m. to speak about the history of the early 20th Century songcatchers. Admission is $4 per person and includes soup and bread. For more information or to make a reservation, call 323-8104.

MWVAA Artist of the Month Reception.
The Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association will hold the Artist of the Month reception at the MWV Visual Arts Center in North Conway from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Music provided by Mountain Top Music. The public is invited. Light refreshments to be served. For more information, call (603) 356-2787.

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.

TGIF Book Discussion Group.
The North Conway Library will hold the TGIF Book Discussion Group at 10:30 a.m. at the library. The book for discussion is “The Bookseller of Kabul,” by Asne Seierstad. This is a true story of a bookseller and his family in Afghanistan. Copies of the are available at the library. The public is invited to attend. Contact the library at (603) 356-2961 for more information or to reserve your copy.

Saturday 2

10th Annual Valley Pride Day.
The annual Valleywide clean up day will take place at 8 a.m. Simply show up at the Valley Pride spot in your town. No pre-registration necessary. At the end of the day, a celebration will be held at the Green Granite Inn on Route 16 in Conway with pizza, ice cream and entertainment by Lady Luck Band.

Awakening in Everyday Life.
Spiritual teacher Jeannie Zandi will meet in Eaton at 7 p.m. to share her message, “Living as Love.” Meeting includes meditation, a short talk and then exchange with those attending. A $15 donation is suggested. For details visit www.eatonsatsang.org or (603) 447-5401.

Evening Program Series.
The Appalachian Mountain Club Evening Program Series will present a concert by Plan Pan Steel Xbanded at the AMC Pinkham Visitor Center in Pinkham Notch. Learn the history of the steel band as well as enjoy their music. The program begins at 8 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information, call 466- 2727.

Four Your Paws Only Grand Re-opening.
Four Your Paws has moved to their new location next to D’Angelo’s on Route 16 in North Conway. The ribbon cutting ceremony and the blessing of the animals will take place beginning at 11 a.m. Many more activities on Sunday, too. For more information, call 1- 800-327-5957.

Frank Glazer in Concert.
The White Mountain Musical Arts and the Salyards Center for the Arts present internationally known pianist Frank Glazer at the Salyards Center in Conway at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the concert are $10 per person. For more information, visit www.MWVevents.com.

Kids’ Bike Day.
The MVW Velo Bicycle Club will hold the first annual Kids’ Bike Day at Story Land in Glen at 10 a.m. The event is free of charge for ages six to 12 and involves bike safety checks, free helmets for those in need, the rules of the road and practicing cycling skills. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. For more information on this event, visit www.mwvvelo.org.

Spring Book and Raffle Ticket Sale.
The Conway Public Library located on Main Street in Conway Village will hold the Spring Book and Raffle Ticket Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A quilted wall hanging and an acrylic painting will be raffled at the Summer Book Sale in July. Tickets are now on sale at the library for $1 for single tickets and $5 for a book of six. The quilt and painting are on display at the library.

‘Voices from the Mountain.’
The Arts Council of Tamworth presents Revels Repertory Company’s new musical, “Voices from the Mountain,” at the K.A. Brett School Auditorium in Tamworth at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 for children, $12 for adults and $25 for families. For tickets or information, call 323-8104.

Sunday 3

19th Annual N.E. Pan Festival.
Groove to the sounds of steel orchestras with the 19th Annual New England Pan Festival hosted by Mountain Top Music Center at the Ham Arena, located on West Main Street in Conway Village from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $5 per person or $12 per family. For more information, call (603) 447-4737.

Awakening in Everyday Life.
Spiritual teacher Jeannie Zandi will meet in Eaton from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to share her message, “Living as Love.” Meeting includes meditation, a short talk and then exchange with those attending. A $15 donation is suggested. For details visit www.eatonsatsang.org or (603) 447-5401.

Runway For Scholars Fashion Show.
Dollars for Scholars will hold the Runway for Scholars Fashion Show from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Leaura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center at Fryeburg Academy. Students will model clothing from over 30 stores. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and $25 for a family of four or more. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 939-2111.

“We Were Soldiers.”
The Freedom Public Library will have a free showing of the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson at 4 p.m. For more information, call (603) 539-5176.

Monday 4

Agape Food Pantry.
Agape Food Pantry is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 3 p.m., located at the Ossipee Valley Bible Church on Route 16 (across from NAPA) in West Ossipee.

Movie Night.
The Conway Village Congregational Church in Conway will hold free movie night on Mondays at 6:30 p.m. Bring the family for a free movie and some popcorn. For more information, call the church at (603) 447-3851.

Tuesday 5

Wednesday 6

Camera Club Meeting.
The North Country Camera Club meets Sept. through May on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at 7 p.m. in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. The first meeting is informational and the second is competition (digital and prints). Contact Ed Bergeron, President, at (603) 356-6936 for more information. Also, visit our website: www.northcountrycameraclub.org. Our club is a member of the New England Camera Club Council. Come check us out, all levels are welcome!

Dinner Bell North.
Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Fryeburg, Maine will hold their Dinner Bell free dinner every Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m.

MWVAA Brown Bag Marketing Workshop.
The Mt. Washington Valley Arts Association will hold a brown bag marketing workshop on “How to Approach a Gallery,” from 12 to 2 p.m. at the MWV Visual Arts Center in North Conway. The speaker will be Don Sutton of Surroundings Art Gallery in Sandwich. The workshop is free and open to the public. Nature Nuts. Tin Mountain Conservation Center presents “Nature Nuts,” the nature program for children ages three through five and their caregivers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the TMCC Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. For more information call (603) 447-6991 or on the web at www.tinmtn. org.

Old Time String Band.
Mountain Top Music Center’s Old Time String Band will be plucking away with jam sessions on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. at the Music Center. Bring your fiddle, banjo, mandolin, guitar, bass, dulcimer, recorder, flute, harmonica, accordion, autoharp, drum, etc. This class is taught by Seth Austen, a musician with over 25 years experience teaching and performing. For more information call (603) 447-4737.

Understanding the Movies: the Art of Film.
The Chocorua Public Library will present Patrick Anderson, Professor of Humanities who will speak on “Understanding the Movies: the Art of Film,” at 12 p.m. at the library. The program is free and open to the public. Participants are invited to bring a lunch. For more information, call 323-8610.

Thursday 7

Music for Toddlers.
Mountain Top Music Center on Main Street in Conway will hold music for toddlers classes from 10:15 to 11 a.m. For children between 18 months and three years old, this class offers children and their caregivers an opportunity to dance, play rhythm instruments, sing, and play games using familiar songs. This class stimulates musical and cognitive development. Song sheets are included so that you can bring the songs home to enjoy all week. $8/class, register by calling (603) 447-4737.

Storytelling Dinners.
The Corner House Inn in Center Sandwich will hold storytelling dinners every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This week Libby Franck of Framingham, Mass., is the featured storyteller. Cost for dinner and entertainment is $18.95 plus tax and gratuity. For reservations or more information call 284-6219.

‘Your Future, Your Choice: Talk About It Now.’
The Cloutier Group’s Estate and Financial Strategies of Ossipee is offering a free presentation entitled, “Your Future, Your Choice: Talk About It Now,” at the Freedom Public Library from 6 to 7 p.m. The presentation is free and the public is invited to attend. Learn about advance directives such as living will and durable power of attorney for healthcare. For more information, call the library at (603) 539-5176.

Friday 8

Community Food Center.
The Sandwich/ Tamworth Community Food Center based at St. Andrew’s in the Valley Episcopal Church on Old Route 25 is open every Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon and Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., except for holidays.

Saturday 9

Shaw Brothers in Concert.
The Shaw Brothers will perform a benefit concert for Mountain Top Music Center at 7:30 p.m. in the Loynd Auditorium at Kennett High School. Tickets are $15 if reserved in advance, $13 for kids and seniors, and $17 at the door. For more information or for ticket reservations, call Mountain Top Music Center at (603) 447-4737.

Today, the one thing that’s certain is change – so let’s deal with it!

Select Real Estate — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:48:39 +0000

Experts say that when the economy recovers, don’t expect things to be the same. The housing and job markets are changing. So are key industries – from real estate and lending, to energy, automobiles and healthcare. Government regulations and tax laws may also be changing in major ways. The bottom line? The one thing that’s certain is change! So the big question is: How should we handle change – not just to get through it, but to come out a winner!

We can deal with change a whole lot better by focusing on a few key ideas:

1. Change is nothing new. From growing up, to making friends, to expanding career paths, everyone’s life story is one of change. The same is true of virtually all industries, thanks to developing markets, growing populations and advancing technologies. Of course, the more changes we experience in a short time period, the bigger they seem.

2. Change can be complex. Changes can happen at the same time in multiple areas, such as how we conduct our business, the tools we employ, the processes we follow. When many things change at the same time, the situation quickly gets complex.

3. Change can be confusing. Not surprisingly, complexity can create confusion. Bewildered by all the changes, we conclude there’s nothing we can do. Not true! All of us CAN master new products, services or skills – AND find the right path to take us forward. The key is to deal with each change on its own, starting with the easiest.

4. Change still leaves you plenty of choice. In an evolving scenario. there are always options and alternatives. Every challenge has more than one solution. You just need to commit to finding it, focus on the task, take the time you need and then – take action! Failure usually comes from barriers we impose on ourselves.

5. Change does demand courage. In the face of change, it pays to be brave. Instead of trying to avoid change – embrace it! Figure out how change can work for you. Find something you’re doing now that you can take into the future. Build on what you know, adding new knowledge and skill sets. Look to expand you horizons. Champion innovation – and instead of fighting change, use it to help shape the future!

Follow these ideas and you’ll stay well ahead of the ever-changing business environment.

… Have a great month!

This entry is presented by:

Pat Jones
Senior Loan Advisor
Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist
45 Washington St
Conway, NH 3818
Phone: (603) 447-1101
Mobile: (603) 986-6416
Toll Free: (800) 356-5150
Fax: (603) 447-1181