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 Area Calendar of Events 2008
July ~ August ~ September ~ October ~ November ~ December
All telephone #s are area code 603 and NH locations unless otherwise indicated




The New London Garden Club holds its 42nd Annual Antique Show and Sale, this Saturday July 26, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Town Green, Main Street, New London.  Early admission (8-9 a.m.with a donation of $20,) regular admission donation is $5 after 9 am. 763-2840 (Bonnie Guterl) or 526-2099 (Ginger Milord)

The shops at New London Shopping Center, Colonial Plaza and Hubert's are having a YARD SALE on Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th with  stores open from 8AM until closing!  Come shop for the huge variety of items and support more than 15 local shops.

The 75th Annual League of New Hampshire Craftsmen's Fair is coming up beginning Saturday, August 2nd through Sunday, August 10th, 10 am - 5 pm and held again at the beautiful Mount Sunapee Resort in Newbury, NH in the Dartmouth-Lake Sunapee Region.  More than 350 state-juried mebers of the League will display and sell their handcrafted items; Event, exhibits availalable.  Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, children 12 and under-free: Tickets provide entry for two days. Free parking; no pets; childcare available for $2/hour;   Advance sale fair tickets available at a $1 discount through August 1st at the Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce Information Booth (temporary location at 41 Main Street, next to Spring Ledge Farm, New London) or call the League at 603-224-3373; www.nh-crafts.org.  Contact the League for  tickets to the 75th Birthday Bash on Thursday, August 7th, with performance by folk, blues singer Tom Rush; a BBQ dinner and fireworks:  Tickets for concert, dinner and fireworks are $40.00 per person, $25 per person for concert and fireworks.

You are in for a treat at the New London Hospital Days beginning July 31st through August 2nd and a Triathalon on August 3rd. Midway, Food, Parade !! See dates below for more information; 526-5232, www.newlondonhospital.org

Visit Spring Ledge Farm in New London and see the great variety of perennials and annual flowers, trees, bushes, and colorful pots; 526-6253; www.springledgefarm.com

A new restaurant in the area is the DOUBLE DIAMOND CAFE, located 563 Route 103 in Sunapee; 603-863-9837; featuring Paul; Wood as executive chef; Serving breakfast & lunch from 7 am to 2 pm Thursday through Tuesday, closed Wednesdays;  One mile west of the Sunapee traffic circle, formerly Rosie's Restaurant; take-out mnu available !

The restaurant at New London Inn continues its excellent food and service under a new name -- Rockwell's at the Inn --526-2791,  353 Main Street, (New London)

Register Now for Kearsarge Arts Theatre (KAT) for Children's Summer 2008 classes, ages 4-5, 6-7, 8-10, 11-12, 11 & up and 14 years & up, beginning June 30;  classes and performances at Kearsarge Regional HS, (N. Sutton); Call 526-7144; www.katcompany.org

Have you visited Deck Dock's newly arranged shop at 81 Edgemont Road at the intersection with Route 103B and seen all the outdoor possibilities ?
      783-3066; www.deckdock.com

The Cake Lady, aka 3D Desserts, offers a variety of delicious,  baked delights includingg cakes, bite-sized treats !  Please contact Marsha Single at 526-2969 or www.3ddesserts.com

LisAnn's is operating at a new location,The Commons, 420 Main Street, (New London) 526-9414; www.lisanns.com

Don't forget to visit Natalie's and Mo-rae Jewelers' new operation in Sunapee Harbor. 763-3322

The entire region can benefit from the 2009 display coming to area.  ~ "Gnu Ideas" -- Gnus of Gnu London is an effort begun by Bridget Leroy of the Gnu London Inn as part of the community effort to raise funds for the Kearsarge-area Community Center.   Area artists will have a chance to decorate, paint and otherwise adorn a fiberglass gnu (wildebeest) sculpture for a summer-long public art exhibit; More information available by emailing BLeRoy103@yahoo.com or go to www.gnusofgnulondon.org

Support local area businesses and retail options!

Check out the Membership Directory List for all the lodging and dining options available in the Lake Sunapee Region

July ~ Ticket sales for Ledyard Bank sponsored Big Apple Circus in Hanover on July 19, 20, 21 & 24, Saturday - Monday & Thursday; This Obie award-winning show named by Variety Magazine as "the finest up=front-and-close circus to be found in the States; Saturday and Sunday,July 19 & 20 at 12 noon & 4 pm; Monday, July 21 and Thursday, July 24 at 3 pm & 7pm; Adults $12, $22, $28 & $35, Children 12 and under $9, $20, $26, & $33, group and Dartmouth employee discounts available; Phone and window sales start Tuesday, 5/6; 646-2422, Lyme Road/Route 10, north of (Hanover); www.hop.dartmouth.edu

Check out the brightly-colored adirondack-type chairs at Artisan's of New London on the corner of Pleasnt and Main Streets in New London and shop the array of merchandise in this great new location ! 526-4227

Through October 13, Monday~ "Summer Rest" exhibit at The Fells. This exhibit takes you into a Victorian-era hotel room...just imagine yourself a summer guest at one to the hotels, inns or boarding houses that once ringed Lake Sunapee and were reached by train and steamboat. The Fells, 456 Route 103A, (Newbury), 763-4789, www.thefells.org.


 July 2008

July and August ~"Accomodating Guests Around the Lake" - An exhibit of old photos, memorabilia and items pertaining to such places as the Ben Mere,  the Granliden, Burkehaven, SooNipi Hotels and the Woodbine Cottage. At the Sunapee Historical Society, Sunapee Harbor during regular hours.

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31-Thursdays ~ Summer Performances for Kids take place on the Library Arts Center, (LAC) Side Lawn at 10:30 am;  Library Arts Center, 58 North Main Street,(Newport) 863-3040, www.libraryartscenter.org

July 6-October 12 Sunday and Tuesday afternoons~ "Neither Rain Nor Snow...Your Local Post Office As A Rural Gathering Spot."  An exhibit fo what the rural post office might have been like at the turn of the century. Location: The Carriage Shed, New London Historical Society.

July 6- October 12~ "Quilts: Antique And Contemporary"-An exhibit featuring antique quilts from the New London Historical Society collections, area collectors as well as the work of contemporary textile artists from the area. Location: Scytheville House and Griffin Barn, New London Historical Society.  179 Little Sunapee Road, New London, NH. www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.

July 6-October 12, Sunday and Tuesday afternoons~ "New London's Grand Hotels, Boarding Houses And Summer Camps"- An exhibit of photos and artifacts that tell the story of the area's summer guests from the 1880's through the 1930's. Location: New London Historical Society grounds, 179 Little Sunapee Road, New London, NH. ww.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.

Sundays, July 6 - August 24 ~ SAINT-GAUDENS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES - All concerts are on Sundays at 2:00 pm in the Little Studio on the grounds of the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site in Cornish, NH.Further information: (603) 675-2175 : www.nps.gov/saga

July 7 - 30, Mondays and Wednesdays ~ Kearsarge Conservatory of the Performing Arts teaches Summer Dance Intensive sessions on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 9:30 - 1:30 pm for Upper Intermediate and Advanced dancers;  $200; Fun but intense and challenging sessions include Ballet, Pointe, Turns and Leaps, Modern, Jazz, Pilates and much more;  Also available, classes usually offered at University level such as Laban Effort Shape and Improvisation as a basis for choreography;  33 Unit 3 North Road, Warner, NH 03278; 456-3294 or kwtarleton@tds.net for more information; www.artinmotionkcd.com

July 9 through July 11, Wednesday through Friday ~ 10am-3pm; Landscape Painting at The Fells ;  Enjoy the beauty of the gardens and architecture of The Fells in a plein air workshop taught by Aline Ordman, www.alineordman.com, award winning signature member of the Pastel Society of America. Aline is inspired by the particular qualities of light and color and her focus is on understanding color through exploration of values and shapes created by the play of light in nature. Work in either pastels or oils-daily demonstrations of both. Meet at The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Register by calling 603-763-4789 x3. Limit 16. Members $200, non-members $225. www.thefells.org

July 9 through August 17, Wednesday through Sunday ~From the Summits art exhibit;  An exhibition and sale of paintings that includes scenes both of and from the mountain summits that rise above western New Hampshire-Mount Cardigan, Mount Kearsarge, Mount Monadnock, Mount Sunapee and Ragged Mountain. The Fells Main House Gallery, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Free with site admission. www.thefells.org

July 14 - 18, Monday through Friday ~ Kearsarge Conservatory for the Performing Arts, offers Kid's Performing Arts Camp; 2 pm - 4 pm, for kids of all ages and levels; fun exploring and learning all forms of Dance, Drama, Music, Tumbling and Kung Fu; $100; 33 Unit 3 North Road, Warner, NH 03278; 456-3294 or kwtarleton@tds.net for more information; www.artinmotionkcd.com

July 15-20, Tuesday-Sunday ~ The New London Barn Playhouse presents "Thoroughly Modern Millie" A high-spirited 1920's musical romp that will have you dancing (or learning to dance) the Charleston. Filled with frisky flappers and dashing leading men, it's an evening of madcap merriment; Shows Tues. - Sat., 8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm, $29.50; Wed. Matinee,  2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710,  visit www.nlbarn.org.

July 18 - 19, Friday & Saturday ~ Sunapee Recreation Department and Bruce Cronin present The Great American Magic Shoot-Out with Bruce Cronin and David Chandler, Magicians; Proceeds to the Veteran;s Field Athletic Complex,  7 pm on Friday, 2 pm & 7 pm on Saturday; Tickets are  $10 adults, under age 12 $6; 2 pm Saturday Matinee Show-- Adult $7, children under 12 $3;  Sunapee High School Music Room;  Get tickets in advance at Dewey Beach, 763-5996 and Sunapee Town Hall, 763-2212, (Sunapee), recreation@town.sunapee.nh.us

July 19, Saturday~ Charlestown's 16th Townwide Yard Sale Day! The town of Charlestown, NH celebrates its 16th Annual Townwide Yard Sale Day. Yard Sales will line both sides of Main Street and take place throughout all other areas of town. Maps will be available on Main Street for outlying sales locations. Enjoy homemade refreshments and lunches along with antiques, bargains and FUN for everyone! Spend a happy day discovering treasures in a small New Hampshire village! Whatever you are looking for, it's sure to be here this year! The event takes place from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Charlestown is easy to get to because it's also NH Route 12, which parallels the Connecticut River. From Massachusetts, take I-91 north to exit 7 and just follow the signs to Charlestown. Carmine LaMere has more at 826-5877.

July 19, Saturday ~ Benefit for the Blaisdell Lake Protective Association
            Huge Yard Sale and Bake Sale; Opposite Wright's Beach on Blaisdell Lake,   
            Rt. 114, South Sutton; Organized by the BLPA

July 19, Saturday ~ 10am-4pm Views of Lake Sunapee: Home and Garden Tour;  We've selected a fabulous array of private gardens-situated on and nearby Lake Sunapee-for this self-guided tour. Enjoy beautiful perennial gardens, shoreline shrub plantings and woodland drifts of wildflowers and three different amazing home interiors, all with LakeSunapee views. Tour headquarters is The Fells,  where you pick up your ticket and tour map at the Gatehouse, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Return for an elegant afternoon tea party. $20 in advance, $25 day of tour.  603-763-4789 x3. www.thefells.org

July 19, Saturday ~ Wilmot's "Music on the Bandstand" features DESTINY, family friendly musical fun, 6-8 pm; Bring a chair, family friends and have a ball; Free Food will be sold at all performances; Free popcorn provided by Country Houses Real Estate; Wilmot Banstand, (Wilmot), Rain location at Wilmot Town Hall, North Wilmot Road, next to library

July 19, 20, 21 & 24, Saturday - Monday & Thursday ~ Ledyard National Bank presents the 30th Anniversary of  Big Apple Circus, the Obie award-winning show named by Variety Magazine as "the finest up-front-and-close circus to be found in the States; Saturday and Sunday,12 noon & 4 pm; Monday, July 21 and Thursday, July 24 at 3 pm & 7pm; Adults $12, $22, $28 & $35, Children 12 and under $9, $20, $26, & $33, group and Dartmouth employee discounts available; Phone and window sales start Tuesday, 5/6; 646-2422,  FREE parking; Lyme Road/Route 10, north of (Hanover); www.hop.dartmouth.edu

July 20, Sunday ~ Porsche Car Show -- 11 am - 3 pm --Benefit for the NH Food Bank; spectators welcome, donations accepted; www.ncr-pca.org

July 20, Sunday ~ Newport Concerts on the Common presents Ozzie's Country Band as part of the 23rd Annual Season of FREE concerts; Bring a picnic and your lawn chair or blanket; 6-8 pm Newport Town Common, presented by the Newport Chamber of Commerce, supported by Lake Sunapee Bank, sponsored by H.M. Smith Realty and Newport Rotary Club

July 21, Monday~ The New London Barn Playhouse presents "A Grand Night for Singing" A joyous and romantic evening that weaves together the remarkable songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein. at 8 p.m. ONLY (tickets $29.50) Please call 526-6710 for more or visit www.nlbarn.org.

July 22-27, Tuesday-Sunday ~ The New London Barn Playhouse presents "Thoroughly Modern Millie" A high-spirited 1920's musical romp that will have you dancing (or learning to dance) the Charleston. Filled with frisky flappers and dashing leading men, it's an evening of madcap merriment.  Shows Tues.-Sat., 8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm, $29.50; Wed. Matinee, 2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710; or visit www.nlbarn.org

July 23, Wednesday ~ The Town of Sunapee's Summer Concert Schedule presents The Upper Valley Community Band, a 40 - 50 piece big band performing Big Band favorites;  7- 9pm FREE,  Bring chairs or blankets; Ben Mere Bandstand, (Sunapee Harbor)

July 24, Thursday ~ New London Barn Playhouse-Children's Theatre "Tea for Three";  Original children's play from the book "What a Pest" by Maryann Cocoa-Leffler. Shows are 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Kids 2-10 pay your age, under 2 years free, Age 10-Adult $10.;  526-6710 or www.nlbarn.org.

July 24, Thursday through July 27, Sunday ~ KAT Youtheatre of KAT Company presents "The Wizard of Oz" by L. Frank Baum. with music & lyrics of the MGM Motion Pictures; 7 pm Thursday, July 24, Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26, 2p pm shows on Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27; KAT Company is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development of performing arts for children; Young people ages 4 - 18 develop their talemts in theatre, dance, music, and the visual arts; Tickets $15 adults, $12 children; Performances at Kearsarge Regional High Scool, (North Sutton); Call 526-7144; www.katcompany.org

July 26, Saturday ~ The New London Garden Club holds its 42nd Annual Antique Show and Sale, featuring select New England dealers, Saturday July 26, 2008 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Town Green, Main Street, New London. Plants and cut flowers will also be for sale. Delicious homemade lunch and snacks will be available at the "Garden Cafe" booth with wonderful soup, their famous salads, and an array of tempting sandwiches and desserts. Proceeds benefit UNH scholarships and local civic beautification projects. Early admission (8-9 a.m.) donation is $20, regular admission donation is $5. 763-2840 (Bonnie Guterl) or 526-2099 (Ginger Milord)

July 26, Saturday ~ The shops at New London Shopping Center, Colonial Plaza and Hubert's are having a YARD SALE with some stores open from 8AM until closing!  Come shop for the huge variety of items and support more than 15 local shops.

July 26, Saturday ~ Wilmot's "Music on the Bandstand" features Tammy Jackson, local country legend; 6-8 pm; Bring a chair, family friends and have a ball; Free Food will be sold at all performances; Free popcorn provided by Country Houses Real Estate; Wilmot Banstand, (Wilmot), Rain location at Wilmot Town Hall, North Wilmot Road, next to library

July 26 - 27, Saturday - Sunday ~ Aerial Sky Ride -- Ride the Sunapee Express Chair to Mount Sunapee's summit for a spectavcular view; 10 am - 4:30 pm; 763-3500, www.mountsunapee.com; weather permitting

July 27, Sunday ~ Newport Concerts on the Common presents Cardigan Mountain Tradition as part of the 23rd Annual Season of FREE concerts; Bring a picnic and your lawn chair or blanket; 6-8 pm Newport Town Common, presented by the Newport Chamber of Commerce, supported by Lake Sunapee Bank; sponsored by Elliott, Jasper, Auten, Shklar, Wellman-Ally, LLC, Michael Woods Law Office, Feeney Law Office and Witkus Law Office.

July 28 - August 3, Monday through Sunday; 10am-4pm ~En Plein Air Week at The Fells;  Renowned artists from the New England region set up easels and paint en plein air amidst the beauty of The Fells landscape and gardens. This popular annual event is even bigger and better than in past years-artists paint for six days-culminating with a reception, exhibit and sale on Sunday. Light refreshments. At The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Free with Fells admission or return receipt. www.thefells.org

July 29-August 3, Tuesday-Sunday ~ New London Barn Playhouse presents "My Fair Lady" the show that is the standard by which all others are measured -based on Shaw's play "Pygmalion" with music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. Shows Tues.- Sat. ,8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm, $29.50; Wed. Matinee, 2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 or visit  www.nlbarn.org for more information. (New London)

July 30, Wednesday ~ The Town of Sunapee's Summer Concert Schedule presents Destiny, Oldies, Rock, Swing, Broadway, Irish, Country & Jazz; 7- 9pm;FREE,  Bring chairs or blankets; Ben Mere Bandstand, (Sunapee Harbor)

July 30, Wednesday ~ Counterpoint,  powerful chamber vocal ensemble led by Robert DeCourmier, performing  'Songs for Summer" presented by Summer Music Associates; 7:30 PM, First Baptist Church, (New London); Tickets available at Morgan Hill Book Store, Chamber of Commerce's New London Information Booth at 41 Main Street or at door--$20; 526-8234; www.summermusicassociates.org

July 31st, Thursday ~ Cracker Barrel Talk -The Gals of Burkehaven. Join the ladies who grew up enjoying the summers in Burkehanven since the 1930's. Location: Sunapee Historical Society, Flanders/Osborne Stable in Sunapee Harbor, Time: 7 pm

July 31 - August 3, Thursday - Sunday ~  84th Annual New London Hospital Days ; Midway beginning Thursday night 5 - 10pm; Parade, Pancake Breakfast, Market on the Green, Steel Drum Band, Triathalon to benefit New London Hospital;  See more details below under August 1 -3 or call 526-5232, www.newlondonhospital.org

 August 2008

July and August ~"Accomodating Guests Around the Lake" - An exhibit of old photos, memorabilia and items pertaining to such places as the Ben Mere,  the Granliden, Burkehaven, SooNipi Hotels and the Woodbine Cottage. At the Sunapee Historical Society, (Sunapee Harbor) during regular hours.

August 1 - 3,  Friday - Sunday ~  84th Annual New London Hospital Days continues at the Town Common: FRIDAY: Old Fashioned Family Fun Night, 5 - 7 pm, includes hay rides, face painting, sack races, pie-eating and other free contests; Midway 6-11 pm SATURDAY: Pancake Breakfast 7:30 - 10:30am by New London Lion's Club; Midway: 10 am -10 pm; Market on the Green 9am - 4pm; Crafts, Tag, Plant & Bake Sales; Alpacas: 9am - 2pm; Dunking Booth 11am - 1pm; Food Tent 11am - 2pm; PARADE 2pm - 3pm, down Main Street, sponsored by Lake Sunapee Bank, Ledyard National Bank, Mascoma Savings Bank and Sugar River Bank, immediately preceeded by by HOSPITAL DAYS DASH; Monadnock Island Steel Drum Band 5pm; Chicken BBQ 5 -7:30pm; SUNDAY: Triathalon--see August 3rd;   to benefit New London Hospital, Sponsors include: Lake Sunapee Bank, Peter E, Smith Tent Rental,  League of New Hampshire Craftsmen. Labsphere, WNTK Talk Radio, Mount SunaPee Resort, RP Johnson & Son, Outspokin', Mascoma Savings Bank, Sugar River Bank, Ledyard National Bank, The Concord Group, Echo Communications, WMUR-TV, Black Bear Promotional Products, RC Brayshaw;  More Inforamtion at 526-5232, www.newlondonhospital.org

August 2 - 10,  Saturday through the following Sunday ~ 75th Anniversary League of NH Craftsmen's Fair; More than 200 juried artists, demonstrations, workshops, exhibitions and performances; Mount Sunapee Resort, Route 103, (Newbury); 10 am - 5 pm daily; $10 adults, $8 seniors, 12 and under free, 224-3375; www.nhcrafts.org

August 2 - 10, Saturday through the following Sunday ~Aerial Sky Ride -- Ride the Sunapee Express Chair to Mount Sunapee's summit for a spectavcular view; 10 am - 4:30 pm; 763-3500, www.mountsunapee.com, weather permitting (Newbury)

August 3rd, Sunday ~ New London Hospital Days 25th Annual Triathalon - 2.9 mile run, .25 mile swim, 5.7 mile bike  in and around Little Lake Sunapee, New London, Registration 7:30 - 8:30 am at New London Historical Society, Race start time 9 am at Bucklin Beach; $40 individual registration fee by July 28, Teams of 2 or 3; $60 by July 28th; $10 late fee after July 28th or on day of race; plus a Kids Fun Run, 10:30 am, Kids registration $5. 7:30 - 10-:30 am on day of race;  Raffles, age-group prizes, t-shirts for all pre-registered Triathalon entrants; bathing caps provided, bike helmets required; Parking, registration and post-race activities at New London Historical Society, Little Sunapee Road; on-line registration and payment available; Triathalon sponsors include Outspokin Bicycle and Sport & Mount Sunapee Resort; Media Sponsor WMUR-TV; (New London); Triathalon volunteers needed; More information, 526-5232; www.newlondonhospital.org

August 4, Monday~ The New London Barn Playhouse presents "A Grand Night for Singing" A joyous and romantic evening that weaves together the remarkable songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein; 2 pm ($23.50) and  8pm ($29.50); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 and visit www.nlbarn.org. for more information. (New London)

August 5-10, Tuesday-Sunday~ "My Fair Lady" at the New London Barn Playhouse; The show that is the standard by which all others are measured -based on Shaw's play "Pygmalion" with music and lyrics by Lerner and Loewe. Shows Tues. - Sat. at 8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm; $29.50; Wed. Matinee at 2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 or visit www.nlbarn.org  for more information. (New London)

August 7, Thursday~ New London Barn Playhouse-Children's Theatre presents "Aladdin" with shows at 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. Kids under 2 years free, kids 2-10 pay your age, children/adults 10 years and over $10. Please call 526-6710 for more or visit www.nlbarn.org. (New London)

August 7, Thursday~ Sunapee's Hotels, Boarding Houses and Summer Camps- This  7 p.m. slide show presentation by Ron Garceau, President, Sunapee Historical Society, features the history of the grand hotels and lodging around  Lake Sunapee. Location: Sunapee Historical Society, Flanders/Osborne Stable (Sunapee Harbor).

August 9-10 , Saturday & Sunday~ "Riding The Rails To The Lake" - Location: Bell Cove Caboose and the Newbury Train Station; 10 am to 2 pm

August 12-17, Tuesday-Sunday~ "Fiddler On the Roof"- New London Barn Playhouse presents from the little village of Anetevka, this play that has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty.  The universal theme of tradition cuts across the barriers of race, class, nationality and religion. Shows Tues. - Sat. at 8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm, $29.50; Wed. Matinee at 2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 and visit www.nlbarn.org for more information (New London).

August 14, Thursday~ Carriage Driving Clinic at the New London Historical Society grounds all morning. Learn to drive or just watch, but there is a fee for driving instruction.179 Little Sunapee Road, (New London) www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.

August 14, Thursday~ "Carriages And Horses" -A presentation on horse drawn carriages and sleighs by Roger Murray of the American Carriage Association. The 7 p.m. lecture is preceded by a 6:30 p.m. dessert social. Location: New London Historical Society Meeting House,179 Little Sunapee Road, (New London) www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.

August 14, Thursday ~ Summer Music Associates presents The Concord Trio, featuring Norman Fischer on the cello, Jean Kiernan, piano and Andy Jennings, violin; 7:30 PM, The First Baptist Church, (New London); 526-8234; More details available after 5/1/08.

August 15, Friday ~ 10am-noon; Trail-walk Series: Monarch Butterfly Walk; popular monarch habitats;  Meet at The Fells Gatehouse, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Rain or shine. Register by calling 603-763-4789 x 3. Members free, non-members $6. www.thefells.org

August 16, Saturday, 10am-3pm ~ Hay Day Family Festival at The Fells;  A fun filled day for families of all ages; Enjoy hay wagon rides, children's games, musical performances, demonstrations, live animals, crafts, visit with the flock of sheep and watch their wool being spun into yarn; traditional lawn games and musical performances…something for everyone; House and garden tours also available; Food concessions; At The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, (Newbury) Free with admission to The Fells; www.thefells.org.

August 16, Saturday ~ 5:30-8:30pm; Summer Fun at The Fells: An Evening of BBQ and Vaudeville; Enjoy a casual evening with scrumptious summer fare and entertainment that will knock your socks off. At The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH $100 per person. Reservations required call 763-4789 x3. www.thefells.org

August 17, Sunday~"LOVE YOUR LAKES DAY AND ANTIQUE BOAT PARADE"- Enjoy dry land exhibits along with child and family friendly activities and exhibits with the folks from the Lake Sunapee Protective Association in addition to the traditional Antique Boat Parade. (Sunapee Harbor).

August 18, Monday~The New London Barn Playhouse presents "A Grand Night for Singing" A joyous and romantic evening that weaves together the remarkable songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein; 2 pm, $23.50; 8 pm, $29.50; Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 and visit www.nlbarn.org for more.information (New London)

August 19-24, Tuesday-Sunday ~ New London Barn Playhouse's "Fiddler On The Roof"- From the little village of Anetevka, Fiddler on the Roof has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty. Its universal theme of tradition cuts across the barriers of race, class, nationality and religion. Shows Tues.-Sat. at 8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm, $29.50; Wed. Matinee at 2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 and visit www.nlbarn.org for more information. (New London).

August 20 - October 13, Wednesday - Monday ~ Along the Trail art exhibit;  An exhibition and sale of paintings that includes scenes of and from the nature and hiking trails of the Kearsarge-Sunapee region. The Fells Main House Gallery, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Free with site admission. www.thefells.org

August 21,Thursday~ New London Barn Playhouse-Children's Theatre "Alice in Wonderland" 11a.m. & 2 p.m. shows. Kids 2-10 years pay your age, ages 10 and up $10, under 2 years free.  Please call 526-6710 or visit www.nlbarn.org for more. (New London)

August 21,Thursday~ Cracker Barrel Talk-A "Cottage" Industry - Enjoy this 7 p.m. talk by Paul Rheingold about the nostalgia of the cottages around the lake. Location: Sunapee Historical Society, Flanders/Osborne Stable in Sunapee Harbor. 739-9872

August 22, Friday 5-7pm ~ Opening Reception for Along the Trail ; An art exhibition and sale of paintings that includes scenes of and from the nature and hiking trails of the Kearsarge-Sunapee region. The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Wine and cheese reception. Free of charge.

August 23, Saturday~ THE 35th ANNUAL APPLE PIE CRAFT FAIR takes place on the Newport Town Common  from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is named for the absolutely delicious homemade apple pies that bakers from all over town lovingly create and sell to benefit the Library Arts Center. A big part of the fair is the Apple Pie Contest, that  is judged the day of the fair by local luminariesl, after which the prize-winning pies are then sold by the slice. This truly town-wide event also features 90(!) booths of crafts, "The Firemen's BBQ", music and entertainment for all.

August 26-31, Tuesday-Sunday~ New London Barn Playhouse presents Agatha Christie's "The Unexpected Guest" - A classic who-dun-it filled with love, hate, suspicion and intrigue. ONE WEEK ONLY. Shows Tues. - Sat. at 8 pm, $29.50; Sunday, 5 pm; $29.50; Wed. Matinee at 2 pm, $23.50 (under 16 - $15.00); Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 and visit www.nlbarn.org.for more information (New London)

August 30, Saturday ~ The New Eagle Jazz Band, brought back for the 4th time in recent years by Summer Music Associates; Jazz of the early New Orleans style and Chicago from the 20s and 30s; 7:30 PM Sawyer Center Theatre, Colby-Sawyer College, (New London); 526-8234; More info. available after 5/1/08.


 September 2008

September 6-7, Sat. & Sun.~ New London Barn Playhouse Junior Intern Company presents "You're A Good Man Charlie Brown" at 7 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. All seats are $10. Box Office: 526-4631 or call 526-6710 and visit www.nlbarn.org.

September 13, Saturday ~  "Sunapee's HeyDay" Old-fashioned fun in Sunapee Harbor, Straw Har Contest open to everyone, street vendors & more, Old Home movies shown at the museum, 1 pm - 4 pm,763-9872

September 13, Sunday ~ 1-4pm; Trail-walk Series: Guided Mushroom Hike;  Begin with a short introduction to mushroom identification, followed by a trail hike to collect various species. End by classifying the collected specimens with amateur mycologists, Jill and George Montgomery. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a knife and basket.  Meet at The Fells Welcome Kiosk, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Rain or shine. Register by calling 603-763-4789 x3. Members free, non-members $6. www.thefells.org

September 19, Friday ~ Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum Exhibition Opening; New Hampsjire Firsts: The Native Archeology of Howard Sargent; Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum, Kearsarge Mountain Road, Warner, 456-2600;  www.indianmuseum.org

September 21, Sunday ~ Mountain Spirit Institute's SunFest--Learn about sustainable living (solar energy, bio-diesel energy, yurt and teepee living, etc) and holistic health (massage, yoga, acupuncture, herbs, etc); Demonstrations, workshops wxhibitions, and musical performances; Fun for kids and adults !; Mount Sunapee Resort; 10 am - 6 pm, 244-8446; www.mtnspirit.org/sunfest08.htm

September 21, Sunday ~ Annual Chowderfest and Chowder Challenge; 12 noon - 3 pm (Sunapee Harbor); More information to follow; Call Lake Sunapee Region Chamber of Commerce at 526-6575 or 1-877-526-6575; www.lakesunapeenh.org

September 23, Tuesday ~ 1-3pm; Trail-walk Series: Trees in Transition;  Join trail guide Angela Neilson and learn about Monarchs-their characteristics, range, diet, life cycle and behavior-and explore The Fells milkweed meadow; take an easy hike along the trails of The Fells and learn the differences between conifers and deciduous trees-how they handle climate changes and prepare themselves for winter. Meet at The Fells Welcome Kiosk, 456 Route 103A, (Newbury); Rain or shine. Register by calling 603-763-4789 x3. Limit 15. Members free, non-members $6. www.thefells.org

September 25, Thursday~ "New England Tourism In The 19th Century"-A presentation by Dr. Dona Brown of the University of Vermont. 6:30 Dessert Social; 7 p.m. Lecture. Location: New London Historical Society Meeting House,179 Little Sunapee Road, New London, NH.;  $4 members, $6 non-members; 526-6564;  www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.

September 27, Saturday ~ Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum's HARVEST MOON FESTIVAL; 10 am - 4 pm; drumming, Native vendors, kid's crafts, fabulous Native foods and more; Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum, Kearsarge Mountain Road, Warner, 456-2600;  www.indianmuseum.org

September 27 - 28, Saturday - Sunday ~ Aerial Sky Ride -- Ride the Sunapee Express Chair to Mount Sunapee's summit for a spectavcular view; 10 am - 4:30 pm; 763-3500, www.mountsunapee.com; weather permitting



 October 2008

October 2, Thursday ~ "From Parlor To Stage; Lake Sunapee's Musical Celebrities In The Gilded Age"-4 - 5 pm; presented by Fern Meyers, music scholar, lecturer and author specializing in the history of the Cornish Colony, brings us on a musical journey through the Gilded Age, depicting how life at Lake Sunapee was significant to the development of American music. Part of the 2008 History Series, “Hosting Our Summer Guests: The 1880s through the 1930s,” A collaboration of The Fells, New London, Sunapee and Newbury Historical Societies, Lake Sunapee Protective Association and The New London Barn Playhouse. Meet at The Fells Gatehouse, 456 Route 103A, (Newbury) Register by calling 603-763-4789 x3. Limit 40. Free of charge; sponsored by the New Hampshire Humanities Council. www.thefells.org

October 4, Saturday~ New London Old Home Day. This event takes place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the New London Historical Society grounds and features 19th century games, antique carriages and fire equipment, weaving and spinning, hearthside cooking, a general store, and more! New London Historical Society grounds, 179 Little Sunapee Road, New London, NH. www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.

October 4, Saturday~ The 16th Annual NH Marathon and Craft Show takes place beginning at 9 a.m. at Newfound Memorial Middle School on Lake Street in Bristol, NH. The days events include a Marathon, 10k, 5k Judged Race Walk, Health Walk, & Craft Show. The event is sponsored by the Newfound Region Chamber of Commerce to benefit the Mayhew & Circle programs (for at risk young people) & Tapply-Thompson Community Center for young people. Information and applications can be found at www.nhmarathon.com, or call 603-744-3335. Sherry has info for the Craft Show at 603-744-7973.

October 4 - 5, Saturday - Sunday ~ Aerial Sky Ride -- Ride the Sunapee Express Chair to Mount Sunapee's summit for a spectavcular view; 10 am - 4:30 pm; 763-3500, www.mountsunapee.com; weather permitting

October 7, Tuesday ~ 3 - 4:30pm; Nip & Tuck: The Fells Old Garden Gets a Facelift;  Join Fells Landscape Manager Jeff Good as he presents a slide show describing progress on the plan to return the Old Garden to its 1930s appearance. Followed by a walking tour of the Old Garden. Meet at The Fells Gatehouse, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Register by calling 603-763-4789 x3. Limit 20. Members $12, non-members $15. www.thefells.org

October 7, Tuesday ~ The Fells Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. details to be confirmed

October 11 - 13, Saturday - Sunday ~ Aerial Sky Ride -- Ride the Sunapee Express Chair to Mount Sunapee's summit for a spectavcular view; 10 am - 4:30 pm; 763-3500, www.mountsunapee.com; weather permitting

October 18 - 19, Saturday - Sunday ~ Aerial Sky Ride -- Ride the Sunapee Express Chair to Mount Sunapee's summit for a spectavcular view; 10 am - 4:30 pm; 763-3500, www.mountsunapee.com; weather permitting

 November 2008

November 7, Friday ~ 5- 8pm;  Christmas at The Fells Holiday Patron Party;  Explore the magic of Christmas at The Fells! Be among the first to preview The Main House, decorated to the theme of Songs and Stories of Christmas; Delectable hors d'oeuvres, festive libations, lavish decorations and the good company of Fells supporters make this celebration a season's must! Jitney service available from Gatehouse parking lot to/from Main House. $80 per person includes return tour ticket. At The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, (Newbury)  Limited reservations, call early-first come, first served. www.thefells.org

November 8-10, Friday - Monday and 15-16, Friday - Saturday ~ 10am-3pm;  Christmas at The Fells: Songs and Stories of Christmas;  Tour The Fells Main House at its best, lavishly decorated to the theme of Songs and Stories of Christmas. Teams of volunteers and professional decorators transform the Main House, on the National Register of Historic Places, into a festive holiday showcase. Visit The Shop where a fine selection of holiday gifts awaits the most discriminating buyer. Private tours, rentals and group discounts mid week, November 11 through November 14. At The Fells Main House, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH Adults $15, children $5. www.thefells.org

November 8 and 15, Saturday ~ 10am-3pm;  Christmas at The Fells Children's Corner: Holiday Crafts From Nature Children ages 5 and up create ornaments, decorate cookies and enjoy sing-alongs and stories. $5 per child. The Fells, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. 603-763-4789 x3 www.thefells.org

November 13, Thursday ~ 10:30am-noon;  Wild Harvest Arrangement Botanical artist Mauli McDonald will discuss and demonstrate her unique style of botanical design utilizing materials from the natural world ranging from fresh flowers to mosses, feathers, and antlers. Participants will create their own wild harvest arrangement using native woodland materials from Mauli's Art Of Nature studio and shop. Meet at The Fells Gatehouse, 456 Route 103A, Newbury, NH. Register by calling 603-763-4789 x3. Limit 20. Members $20, non- members $25 (includes materials). www.thefells.org

November 29 - November 30 ~ Saturday - Sunday ~ Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum Annual Winter Celebration; Saturday 10 am - 5 pm, Sunday, noon - 4 pm; performances, demonstrations, Museum store sale,

 December 2008

December 7, Sunday~ Holiday Open House at the Sunapee Historical Society in Sunapee Harbor. Enjoy old-fashioned New England holiday fun in a 19th century New Hampshire Village with traditional crafts, hearthside cooking, musical performances, a silent auction and more! Sponsored by the New London Historical Society, www.newlondonhistoricalsociety.org.
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