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Friday, May 19

Tour the Madison Lumber Mill: If you have ever wondered how trees are made into lumber, here is your chance to see the process. Join us as we follow the path of a sawlog as it travels through various saws, edgers, grading stations and sorters at the Madison Lumber Mill. Join UNH Cooperative Extension, Madison Lumber and the NH Tree Farm Program for this 9am-12noon workshop that is one of a series focusing on caring for forestland this spring. Visit http://bit.ly/2qimP7T to see a description of all the workshops.

Pizza & Movie Night: Join Freedom Public Library for the last monthly Pizza & Movie night of the school year at 5pm. We're showing Disney's remake of "Pete's Dragon." Cheese pizza from Village Variety is available to purchase.

Avenue Q: M&D Playhouse’s production of Avenue Q runs Thursday through Saturday, until June 3 at 7:30pm. This laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton,

who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score, not to mention puppets, Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children’s show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. For tickets or more information, contact the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Saturday, May 20

Tin Mountain Conservation Center Annual Meeting and Field Day: Tin Mountain Conservation Center’s Annual Meeting and Field Day begins with Birding in the Brownfield Bog at 7am. Other programs will occur during the morning on the property, culminating with awards and a luncheon. The keynote speaker will be John Pumilio, discussing The Life of a

Migrating Songbird. Birds are omnipresent in New England and especially around Tin Mountain. But what do we really know about their incredible life history? Each year millions of birds migrate thousands of miles across continents and over oceans. How do they do it and where do they go? In this presentation, we will explore the latest science attempting to unravel the amazing lives of migrating songbirds. Call 447-6991 to reserve your ticket.

Comic Drawing Workshop: Rich Woodall, professional comic artist will lead kids age 10 and up through information about, and instruction of the art of comic book making. Each participant will leave with their own creative work. This free workshop will take place at the Conway Public Library from 1-3pm. Register by calling 447-5552

SVGTC's Annual Spring Star Spectacular: Saco Valley Gymnastics Training Center’s Spring Star Spectacular is a recreation gymnastics meet. It will be held at the Training Center, on East Conway Road, from 4-6pm. Call 733-5503 for details.

Boots ‘n Bling: Starting Point’s annual fundraiser, Boots ‘n Bling, will return to The White Mountain Hotel for its seventh year. We’re thrilled to announce that The Jonathan Sarty Band, with its Continued on page 2

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blend of classic American country and folk rock, is slated to be back for this year’s entertainment. With the generous support of our sponsors, and lots of fabulous live and silent auction items, this will be an event you won’t soon forget. The festivities start at 5pm. Tickets may be reserved online at: https://startingpointnh.ejoinme.org/BootsnBling2017.

Church Supper: The Madison Church Supper will be held at the Madison Elementary School at 5:30pm. The menu will include Spiral Ham, Homemade baked beans, rolls, salads, and pie for dessert. For more information call 367-4705.

Avenue Q: M&D Playhouse’s production of Avenue Q runs Thursday through Saturday, until June 3 at 7:30pm. This laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score, not to mention puppets, Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children’s show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. For tickets or more information, contact the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Highland Happenings: History of Crawford Notch, featuring Guest Speaker, Historian Bill Moss, is the 7:30pm Featured Program at AMC Highland Center. Historian Bill Moss shares stories of the unique characters, landscapes, and events of the amazing history of this unique area. Highland Happenings programs are free and open to all. Call to find out more, 278-4453.

Mount Washington Choral Society Presentation: The Mount Washington Choral Society presents Orff's choral masterpiece, "Carmina Burana" written for full chorus, two pianos and full percussion, along with Brahms' beautiful Schickssallied at 7:30 pm at the Loynd Auditorium at Kennett High School in North Conway. Further information by calling (443) 254-3138.

AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center’s 8pm

Featured Evening Program is “Iceland: Land of Fire & Ice”. Journey to Europe's largest island to see volcanoes, glaciers, geysers, and scenic coastal landscapes. We'll also learn about Iceland's large populations of colonial nesting seabirds, such as Atlantic Puffins, Northern Fulmar, Arctic Tern, and Black-legged Kittiwakes. Presenter Mark Suomala has guided on 4 natural history tours to Iceland. For more details, call 466-2721.

Sunday, May 21

Home Concert: Mountain Top Music Center presents a home featuring jazz pianist Jed Wilson and vocalist/songwriter Dominique Eades. Sweet and sassy swing. The location and directions to it will be disclosed upon purchase of tickets. Call Mountain Top at 447-4737.

Monday, May 22

Beginning Spanish: Lily Flores will lead a free, 8-week Spanish class for adults at the Conway Public Library at 5pm. All who are interested may register by calling 447-5552.

Tuesday, May 23

Egyptian Musician & Dancer: Arts Council of Tamworth welcomes Egyptian-American musician, DJ, and dancer Karim Nagi to Tamworth for a 4-day residency May 23-26. During Karim’s residency our community will explore Arab music, dance and customs with this master percussionist and multi-instrumentalist. Karim will spend the weekdays at the K.A. Brett School working with all K-8 students. Join us for an all-levels community workshop at Runnells Hall in Chocorua this evening from 6-8pm. Participants will learn Arab rhythms of Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, and beyond. Karim will present traditional Arab instruments, melodies, and group dances both complex and simple.

Chamber of Commerce’s Expo 17: You’re invited to the Mt. Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Expo 17. Held from 11am to 4pm, in the North Conway Community Center, join local businesses, vendors, presenters and attendees as they all come together for a day focused on innovation, collaboration and community building. Attendance is free. For more information on attending visit www.mwvexpo.com.

Alzheimer's Support Group: An Alzheimer's Support Group meets at 1:30pm at Memorial Hospital’s Merriman House. Caregivers will find sympathetic and knowledgeable support and advice. For more information, call 356-5461, ext. 194.

Flatbread Pizza Night: Tuesday is Flatbread Pizza Night! A portion of the proceeds from all flatbreads sold between 4-9pmwill be donated to Mount Washington Valley Supports Recovery Coalition’s Female Sober Living and Family Center in Center Conway.

Madison Library Book Group: The Madison Library Book Group meets at 7pm. This month’s book is “In the Evil Day”, by Richard Adams Carey. All are welcome, refreshments are served. Call 367-8545 for more information.

Wednesday, May 24

Madison Kids Book Club: Join the Madison Library at 3:30 pm to discuss “Loot”, by Jude Watson. Snacks and your thoughts...did you love it or hate it and why? Fun activities too! Call 367-8545 for more information.

Pollinators I Have Known: Please join the Friends of the Jackson Public Library for a talk on honeybees and native pollinators with local expert Olivia Saunders from Conway’s UNH Cooperative Extension office, at 7 pm at the Jackson Public Library. Tonight's talk, “Pollinators I have known” by Olivia Saunders will cover why and how we can enhance our managed landscapes to protect our pollinators. One third of the food crops we eat were pollinated by an insect. Native pollinators and managed honey bees need one thing for survival: access to feed and forage. By creating meadows and increasing the number of native and perennial plants in our gardens and managed landscapes we can take an active role in protecting managed and native pollinators, essential for both our agricultural crops and native plants. This lecture is free and open to the public although a donation is welcome to offset presenter expenses. For more information, contact the Library at 383-9731.

Thursday, May 25

Egyptian Musician & Dancer: Arts Council of Tamworth welcomes Egyptian-American musician, DJ, and dancer Karim Nagi to Tamworth for a 4-day residency May 23-26. During Karim’s residency our community will

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The MWV Children’s Museum invites you to attend our Third Annual Fairy Festival on Friday, June 9th, Saturday June 10th, Sunday, June 11th 2017.

The festival will be held at Cranmore Mountain Resort and run from 11 am- 2 pm each day. The festival is free admission but donations are requested.

The Fairy Festival theme this year is the year of the mischievous spirit and is a perfect fit for families with children from ages birth-age 12. This is MWV Children’s Museum signature fundraiser of the year. There will be magical crafts, music, hands-on activities, the fairy house tour, vendors, and MORE! The MWV Children’s Museum invites all of the

Preschool and elementary school students from Preschool to third grade to arrange a

field trip on Friday June 9th. This is a great opportunity for schools and the community to merge together to create something magical!

The MWV Children’s Museum is a local, nonprofit organization that serves both local and visiting children birth through age 7 and their families. They have recently expanded their hours and are now open 7 days a week! Operations hours are Thursdays, Fridays, Sundays, Mondays 10 am- 3 pm, Saturdays 10 am- 5 pm, and Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 11 am- 2 pm. For more information on the fairy festival and the MWV Children’s Museum please call them at 603-356-2992.

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social area for this work to go on twice a month. Much of our sewing also takes place in our own homes. Over the years, we have donated quilts to RSVP for their raffle, bringing in over $25,000 for their Meals on Wheels and Medical Appointment drivers. One of our largest efforts all at one time was

The Material Girls was started in 2001 for the sole purpose of making quilts for charity. The group is made up of talented quilters who love to make quilts for others, but ran out of their own family and friends to make them for - so they joined our group. We started by making raffle quilts for RSVP. The group then branched from the raffle quilt each year to organizations that could use the talents of this generous group.

Most of the fabric for the quilts comes from the members of the group. Over the years we have had folks who are clearing out their “stash” and have donated it to us. We have been very fortunate to have the Church of Christ donate their

103 quilts for the Mountain View Nursing Home in Ossippee when they moved into their new home. They were delivered the day after it opened. The quilts have been made for organizations outside of the area such as Blue Star Mother for Afghanistan soldiers, Haiti earthquake, hurricane Irene, Wrap-a-Smile (doctors who do facial reconstruction in third world countries), Camp Sunshine, Project Linus and Manchester Veteran’s Home. Locally, we have made quilts for Merriman House, Mineral Springs, Starting Point, Christmas Can Cure, Angels and Elves and others. For further information you may contact Gail McClure at [email protected].

explore Arab music, dance and customs with this master percussionist and multi-instrumentalist. Karim will spend the week-days at the K.A. Brett School working with all K-8 students. Today at 4pm area educators are invited to a teachers’ workshop where Karim will introduce the diversity of Arab culture through music, dance, language and costume at the K.A. Brett School in Tamworth. Arts Council of Tamworth community workshops are free and open to the public. To register, email [email protected]. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Library Garden Club: All are welcome to take part in the Conway Public Library community garden club which meets Thursdays at 4pm. Participants will share in planting, caring and harvesting the garden while enjoying fun activities and free healthy veggies. For more information call 447-5552.

Thursday Night Library Program: The North Conway Public Library invites you to the fourth and final event of the 2017 Thursday Night Program Series: Jay Philbrick, a local photographer with a worldwide following, will offer a behind-the-scenes look at some of the world's most epic portrait and wedding photography at 7pm at the Weather Discovery Center in North Conway Village. There will be time after the presentation for questions and discussion. The program is free of charge, although donations to the Library are greatly appreciated. Homemade cookies will be served and coffee is provided. For more information about the program, call the Library at 356-2961.

Composting Program: Join the Madison Library at 7pm in the John F. Chick room where they will host Beth Groleau, who will discuss the dos and don’ts of composting and how it enhances our flowers and vegetables. The program is free and open to the public. Call 367-8545 for more information.

North Country Camera Club: This evening’s program is a "Rock(s)" Competition which will be judged by Leo Kenney. Doors open at 6:30pm and the meeting starts at 7pm at Kennett Middle School, in Conway.

Avenue Q: M&D Playhouse’s production of Avenue Q runs Thursday through Saturday, until June 3 at 7:30pm. This laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem

nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score, not to mention puppets, Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children’s show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. For tickets or more information, contact the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Friday, May 26


Egyptian Musician & Dancer: Arts Council of Tamworth welcomes Egyptian-American musician, DJ, and dancer Karim Nagi to Tamworth for a 4-day residency May 23-26. During Karim’s residency our community will explore Arab music, dance and customs with this master percussionist and multi-instrumentalist. Karim will spend the weekdays at the K.A. Brett School working with all K-8 students. The residency will culminate in an energetic performance at The Barnstormers Theater this evening at 7:30pm. Karim will be joined by three talented musicians at this concert to share the power of music and dance from a variety of Arab cultures through acrobatic dances, rhythmic melodies and joyful song. The performance is Choose-Your-Own Ticket Price. For tickets and information, call 323-0104.

Saturday, May 27

Birding in the Brownfield Bog: Meet at

7am at G Store Brownfield. Join bird experts on a weekly bird walk at the Brownfield Bog. This wetland is rich in its diversity of birds as they make their way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Wear rubber boots, and bring a snack. Call 447-6991 for additional information.

Gibson Center Craft Fair: New England Crafters at their best! On the front lawn of The Gibson Center from 10am-5pm.

Annual Book Sale: The Friends of the Jackson Public Library are having their Annual Book Sale on Memorial Day Weekend, from 10am-3pm daily, at the Whitney Community Center. There will be plenty of non-fiction, fiction, and children’s books in both hardcover and paperback. A large selection of cookbooks, gardening, knitting, and quilting books will fill the Center, along with plenty of beach and cabin reading selections for your summer vacation. You will also find a varied selection of DVDs for that rainy day entertainment. Available materials are a combination of donations from the public and items weeded from the library collection. Proceeds from the sale go towards new additions to the collection and programming at the Jackson Public Library.

NH Re-skill-ience Workshop: Global Awareness Local Action (G.A.L.A.) is excited to announce the next feature in their 2017 NH Re-skill-ience Workshop Series, hands-on workshops focusing on homesteading, sustainable living, and traditional bushcraft skills. Workshops are designed to help participants develop skills and knowledge that strengthen personal and community resilience. Wildcrafting Food & Medicine Series, with Carol Felice, takes place from 1-3pm at The Community School in South Tamworth. Please be prepared for the outdoors -- sun, rain, bugs, and walking on uneven terrain. Bring a notebook and/or camera to aid your learning process. It would be great to bring a handled harvest basket, if you have one. Otherwise, please bring something to collect your greens in and also don’t forget your adventurous appetite! Pre-registration is specifically requested for this event to be sure enough supplies will be provided. Please register by calling 539-6460.

Avenue Q: M&D Playhouse’s production of Avenue Q runs Thursday through Saturday, until June 3 at 7:30pm. This laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon Continued on page 5


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discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score, not to mention puppets, Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children’s show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. For tickets or more information, contact the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Highland Happenings: Mountains of Stars: Astronomy at Crawford Notch, featuring Guest Speaker Dr. Doug Arion, is the 7:30pm program at AMC Highland Center. Doug Arion will give a presentation on the intricate and fascinating connections between life on Earth and the history and phenomena of the Universe around us. You’ll have a chance to view stars through telescopes; or check out our new indoor planetarium! Call to find out more at 278-4453.

AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center’s 8pm Featured Evening Program is “Investigating the Ecology of a Threatened Ecosystem: Snowbank Communities of Mt. Washington”, with Kevin Berend. For more details, call 466-2721.

Sunday, May 28

Gibson Center Craft Fair: New England Crafters at their best! On the front lawn of The Gibson Center from 10am-5pm.

Annual Book Sale: The Friends of the Jackson Public Library are having their Annual Book Sale on Memorial Day Weekend, from 10am-3pm, at the Whitney Community Center. There will be plenty of non-fiction, fiction, and children’s books in both hardcover and paperback. A large selection of cookbooks, gardening, knitting, and quilting books will fill the Center, along with plenty of beach and cabin reading selections for your summer vacation. You will also find a varied selection of DVDs for that rainy day entertainment. Available materials are a combination of donations from the public and items weeded from the library collection. Proceeds from the sale go towards new additions to the collection and programming at the Jackson Public Library.

Kayak Race: Conway Area Lions Club will host the 2nd Annual Kayak Race to benefit The Laura Foundation. Registration is at 10am at Eastern Slope Campground.

Participants will then be shuttled to First Bridge. A BBQ, Raffles, and Prizes to follow. Contact Linda Rafferty at (781) 820-4771 to register.

Seacoast Wind Ensemble: White Mountain Musical Arts invites the community to attend the tenth annual Memorial Weekend Concert featuring the Seacoast Wind Ensemble at 7pm. The concert will be held at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center located at Fryeburg Academy. The performance by the Seacoast Wind Ensemble - a Sousa-style 50-piece band - has been generously underwritten by Col. Karen and Lt. Col. Jim Umberger US Air Force Retired. No tickets are required. Donations are gratefully accepted at the door! The concert program will honor area Veterans and provide a musical salute to thank those who have and continue to serve in the armed forces to preserve our nation and insure our freedom. A colorful display of the flags from the various branches of the armed services will be presented. The concert will end with the traditional playing of the Armed Forces Medley, saluting, in order of establishment, the United States Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard. More information is available at: http://www.mwvevents.com.

AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center’s 8pm Featured Evening Program is “Hiking the Appalachian Trail”, with AMC Volunteer Peter Lane. For more details, call 466-2721.

Monday, May 29

Magic the Gathering Club: Youth ages 10-16 who love to play "Magic the Gathering" are invited to the Conway Public Library the last Monday of each month at 4pm to play in a safe environment with snacks provided. BYO Magic cards. For more information call 447-5552 and speak with Tessa.

Tuesday, May 30

Fiber Arts Group: 9:30am–12noon, Fiber artists or interested onlookers are welcome to join our Happy Weavers & Friends group to observe the historic art of weaving, spinning, sewing, quilting and more! Bring your project to work on and we’ll provide a comfortable space. Led by Barbara Lord, Volunteer Educator, this group meets every other Tuesday, year round. No registration required. More details are available by calling Remick Museum & Farm, 323-7591.

Wednesday, May 31

Lego™ Club: Children ages 5 and up are invited to the Conway Public Library from 4-5pm to create with Legos. Participants may build together, share ideas and proudly

display their creations. This club meets the last Wednesday of each month. For more information call 447-5552.

Lowbush Blueberries Field Training: Field training session on managing wild, lowbush blueberries with UNH Extension on will be held from 5-6:30pm. This will be an outdoor session at 355 Teneriffe Road in Milton, NH. We will identify weeds and insects common to blueberry production and discuss management options for organic and conventionally grown berries. Leaf and soil tests, pH mummyberry and Valdensinia leaf spot management will be discussed. We will also show the results of a 3-year study on organic weed management of wild blueberries, funded thru the Northeast SARE Partnership program. For questions contact Olivia Saunders at 447-3834. Pesticide credits available, pending approval.

Thursday, June 1

Pizza Night Fund-Raiser: Shannon Door Pub hosts a Pizza Nigh Fund-Raiser to benefit Mountain Top Music Center. From 4-11pm $1.00 from each pizza sold will be donated to Mountain Top Music Center. Music, pizza, raffles and more!

Adult Coloring: Held at the Conway Public Library the first Thursday each month. Reduces anxiety, promotes creativity, supports community. Light refreshments and supplies available. 6-7pm. For more information call 447-5552.


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Friday, June 2

Mountain Top Faculty Friday: The First Friday Concert Series takes place from 12noon-1pm on the First Friday of each month in the Majestic Cafe Space in Conway, generally featuring performances by faculty and friends. Bring your brown bag lunch. Free but donations to support the renovation of the Majestic are gratefully accepted. Mountain Top Music trustee and music professional Ashara Stansfield sings and plays guitar for your pleasure. Concerts are free, but donations to the Majestic renovation fund are very much appreciated.

Indoor Home Furnishing Sale: Shop at the MWV Habitat for Humanity Indoor Home Furnishing Sale at Attitash Bear Peak Lodge! The new season kicks off today from 3-7pm. Our three annual Home Furnishings Sales are our largest fund-raising events of the year and they are only possible due to the generous donations from homeowners and businesses throughout the Mt. Washington Valley. All funds raised from the Home Furnishing Sale go toward the purchase of building materials for a Habitat for Humanity home for a local family in the Mt. Washington Valley. Preview selected sale items online at www.mwv-habitat.org.


Trail Association Program: The Chatham Historical Society presents the next in the series in the programs celebrating the Town's 250th year. The Chatham Trail Association has been maintaining the trails in the Cold River Valley for 96 years, and

will tell about the early days. The program starts at 7:30pm at the AMC Cold River Camp in North Chatham. June 3 & 4 will be spent checking all trails to be sure they are ready for summer traffic. Volunteers are welcome. Call 694-3388 to sign up.

Saturday, June 3

Indoor Home Furnishing Sale: Shop at the MWV Habitat for Humanity Indoor Home Furnishing Sale at Attitash Bear Peak Lodge from 8:30am-3pm. Our three annual Home Furnishings Sales are our largest fundraising events of the year and they are only possible due to the generous donations from homeowners and businesses through-out the Mt. Washington Valley. All funds raised from the Home Furnishing Sale go toward the purchase of building materials for a Habitat for Humanity home for a local family in the Mt. Washington Valley. Preview selected sale items online at www.mwv-habitat.org.

Annual Auction Fundraiser: Rozzie May Animal Alliance will hold their annual Auction Fundraiser at the Red Fox Bar & Grille in Jackson from 12noon–3pm. Enjoy The Red Fox’s Fabulous Brunch Buffet, Live Music by DJkris10, Live Auction with Tom Troon, Silent and Chance Auctions. ickets and Auction Donations help RMAA continue to offer low-cost spay/neuter services to our community and help decrease the number of unwanted litters and alleviate the stress on local shelters throughout NH and western ME. Call 447-1373 for more information or to purchase a ticket.

Avenue Q: M&D Playhouse’s production of Avenue Q presents its final performance tonight at 7:30pm. This laugh-out-loud musical tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton, who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that, although the residents seem nice, it’s clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates and their ever-elusive purpose in life. Filled with gut-busting humor and a delightfully catchy score, not to mention puppets, Avenue Q is a truly unique show that has quickly become a favorite for audiences everywhere. Although the show

addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children’s show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. For tickets or more information, contact the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Monday, June 5

Volunteer Morning Coffee Break: Tin Mountain Volunteer Morning Coffee Break starts at 9 am. Come enjoy a cup of coffee, meet other volunteers, and find out what current opportunities we have! This is an open invitation to current or prospective volunteers, the FIRST MONDAY of the month, every month. For more information on volunteering contact Nora Dufilho at 447-6991.

NH State Council on the Arts: Meet and mingle with NH State Arts Council staff, elected officials, local artists and leaders from 5:30-7pm at the Medallion Opera House, in Gorham. Refreshments will be served.

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The Charlotte Hobbs Memorial Library in Lovell holds story time for preschoolers age five and under on Mondays at 10am. For more information call (207) 925-3177.

The Brownfield Recreation Department hosts a playgroup for children ages 1 to 4 at the Brownfield Community Center each Monday at 10am. Join them for the fun!

Chair exercises for those who need assistance getting in and out of the car or a chair are held Mondays at 10:30am at the Gibson Center in North Conway.

Free assistance with advance care planning and medical directives provided by certified Respecting Choices facilitators. Every Monday, from 1-4pm, at Saco River Medical Group in Conway, by appointment only. Call 447-3500.

Bridge players are welcome at the American Legion Hall on Bradley Street in Fryeburg from 1-4pm every Monday. No need for a partner as we change seats every four hands. Light refreshments and friendly play.

Ham Ice Arena offers Stick & Puck from 3–5pm.

The Dinner Bell is a Free Community Dinner served every Monday 5-6pm (except holidays) at Conway Village Congregational Church. All are welcome.

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway is offering an 8 week series of classes. Monday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 6-7:30pm. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

Weekly instructional classes for anyone interested in Modern Western Square Dancing. Workshops continue for 10 weeks during which time all basic moves will be taught. All classes are held at the American Legion on Tasker Hill Rd., in Conway. Beginner class runs 6:45-8:15pm. Mainstream graduates are invited to expand their dancing skills from 8:15-9pm. For more information call 694-2080 or 447-5266.

Tuesdays

The Fryeburg Area Rotary Club meets weekly for breakfast at 7:30am at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church on Main Street (Route 5)in, Fryeburg. New members are welcome.

A Walk through the Grades at the White Mountain Waldorf School, every Tuesday during school at 8am. Experience first-hand what a Waldorf education looks like; see the progression of learning and the curriculum as the students mature. Call 447-3168 for more details.

Strength, Balance & Stretch - Bobby Brome leads this exercise program at 10am at the Gibson Center.

Fryeburg Historical Society’s Col. Samuel Osgood House Museum and the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Research Library will be open Tuesdays, from 10am-2pm. Call (207) 256-3001 for details.

Tessa will lead story time at the Conway Public Library at 10:30am in the Ham Community Room. 2 year-olds, their siblings and caregivers may enjoy themed storytelling and books, songs, movement and play time. For more information call 447-5552.

RSVP’s Bone Builders meets on Tuesday’s from 10:30-11:30am at the Conway Village Congregational Church in Conway. For more information on this program call CCRSVP at 356-9331.

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway is offering an 8 week series of classes. Tuesday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 10:30am-12noon. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

Story Time for Young Children is held at Cook Memorial Library in Tamworth on Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30am.

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The Fryeburg Public Library offers Story Time with crafts every Tuesday at 1pm for children and their families. Call the Library for more information, at (207) 935-2731.

Mahjongg: Tuesdays 1-3pm in the John F. Chick Room at the Madison Library. Some experience playing is necessary.

"The Write Direction" will meet at 6-7:30pm in the young adult area of the Conway Public Library. Snacks provided. For more information call Olivia at 490-8532.

Jazzercise Class is held weekly on Tuesdays, from 6–7pm, at Conway Village Congregational Church.

Wednesdays

Taoist Tai Chi Nor th Conway is offering an 8 week series of classes. Wednesday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 9-10:15am and again from 3:30-4:30pm. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

The Children's Story Time program at the Denmark Library is held on Wednesdays at 9:30am.

Pre-schoolers ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to the Freedom Public Library every Wednesday at 10am for an hour devoted to preschool fun. Stories, songs, fingerplays, games, rhythm instrument play plus a craft is some of what is offered.

Fryeburg Historical Society’s Col. Samuel Osgood House Museum and the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Research Library will be open Wednesdays, from 10am-2pm. Call (207) 256-3001 for details.

Wii: Practice your golf swing, your tennis game, or get a strike bowling Wednesdays at the Gibson Center from 10:30am -1:30 pm.

Babies and their caregivers will enjoy story time with Tara at 10:30 am in the Ham Community Room of the Conway Public Library. Songs, stor ies and rhymes will follow a theme. Siblings are always welcome.

"Care for the Caregiver Support Group" This is a theory guided and leader facilitated support group for caregivers that will meet at the Gibson Center on Wednesday's from 12:30-2:30 pm, To confirm dates/times or for more information, call the group’s facilitator, F. Gardiner Perry, 662-9552 or contact VNHCH, 356-7006 or 800-499-4171.

Free assistance with advance care planning and medical directives provided by certified Respecting Choices facilitators. Every Wednesday, from 1-4pm, at Visiting Nurse, Home Care & Hospice office in North Conway, by appointment only. Call 356-7006 or 800-499-4171, Ext. 23.

MWV Supports Recovery is offer ing free yoga beginners classes every Wednesday from 3:30-5pm at 1620 East Main St. in Center Conway. Call 662-0668 for details.

Tara Mckenzie will teach kids in grades 5 and 6 how to build, program and code a VEX IQ robot on Wednesdays at 4pm in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. Registration is required by calling 447-5552.

Visiting Nurse Home Care & Hospice of Carroll County offer a Loss and Recovery Group Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm. This is a goal-oriented grief support group designed to assist individuals with the grieving process by providing support and education about death, grief, and coping. Meetings are held at the VNHCH offices in North Conway. To confirm dates and times or for more information, call F. Gardiner Perry, D. Min. at 662-9552.

Coffee and Coloring: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 pm at the Madison Library. Have you heard that coloring is not just for kids anymore? Come in and de-stress with the latest trend. Bring your own coloring book or use coloring pages we will provide. No sign up – just drop in!

Bread of Life UPC Weekly Christian Bible Study at the Conway Public Library Wednesday evenings, 6:30-7:45pm. Contact Pastor James Sullivan, 869-3127.

The Bridgton Recreation Department hosts a program for wood carvers from 7-9pm each Wednesday evening

at the old Town Hall. The program is free and light refreshments will be served. For more information call Bob Carey at (978) 290-1879 or Rec. Director Tom Tash at (207) 647-1126.

Every Wednesday evening from 7-9pm join a metaphysical discussion group at the White Mountain Hypnosis Center in Madison. The people who attend that night in open forum set the agenda of the evening. For more information, call 367-8851.

Eaton Satsang is a gathering of friends to explore, experience and understand their true nature as spirit, or inner being. Based on various teachings about Oneness we share meditation and spiritual dialogue weekly from 7-8:30 pm. Everyone is welcome. Details and directions at eatonsatsang.com or phone 447-5401.

Thursdays

Rotary Club of North Conway meets at 7:15am at Mineral Springs Café at Kennett High School. New members are always welcome.

Belly Dance Class is held Thursdays at 9am at the Gibson Center. Call 356-3231 for details and to sign up.

The Brownfield Recreation Department hosts a playgroup for children ages 1 to 4 at the Brownfield Community Center each Thursday at 10am. Join them for the fun!

Fryeburg Historical Society’s Col. Samuel Osgood House Museum and the Kendal C. and Anna Ham Research Library will be open Thursdays, from 10am-2pm. Call (207) 256-3001 for details.

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to enjoy story time with Tessa at 10:30 am in the Ham Community Room of the Conway Public Library. Siblings are always welcome.

Chair exercises for those who need assistance getting in and out of the car or a chair are held Thursdays at 10:30am at the Gibson Center in North Conway.

RSVP’s Bone Builders meets on Thursday’s from 10:30-11:30am and at the Conway Village Congregational Church in Conway. For more information on this program call CCRSVP at 356-9331.

Ham Ice Arena offers Public Skating from 3–5pm

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway is offering an 8 week series of classes. Thursday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 3:30-4:30pm. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

Kids and their caregivers are invited to learn about planting and caring for vegetables in raised garden beds at the Conway Public Library every Thursday at 4pm. Themed activities included. For more information call Tara at 447-5552.

Tai Ji Quan Moving for Better Balance at the Gibson Center, 4-5pm. Through a series of 48 classes, you will train your body to listen to cues about balance, and to automatically respond to situations where you feel unbalanced, recovering, saving yourself from a fall, and there by gaining confidence, and living a fuller life. Please call 356-3231 to register for the class.

Peer Support Groups for Parents of Children, Teens and Young Adults with Substance Use Issues - North Conway F.A.S.T.E.R. Parent Support Group (Families Advocating Substance Education & Recovery) Thursdays from 5:30-7:45pm, at 1620 Main Street, in Center Conway. Contact Maxine, 986-5487 or Clara, (617) 699-0688 for more information.

Fridays

Morning Garden Parent and Child Play Group, Friday mornings from 8:30-10:30am at White Mountain Waldorf School. Observe, move and interact with your child in a nurturing and playful environment. Learn about creating supportive rhythms, developing imaginative play, and cultivating the earliest sparks of compassion.

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The goal of Valley Promotions is to promote non

-profit events and fund-raising endeavors in the

Mount Washington Valley; to cross promote among

local non-profits; to increase local support for non-

profits; to ease the marketing workload of volun-

teer board members; to increase public awareness

of the local non-profit agencies.

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MWV Arts Association hosts Friday Painters each Friday from 9am-12:30pm. Contact them at 356-ARTS for details.

Strength, Balance, & Stretch: Bobbi Brome leads this exercise program at 10am at the Gibson Center.

Story Times Fridays at 10am, with stories, rhymes and movement at the Madison Library, for children 2 to 5, along with parents, grandparents, and caregivers.

Forgotten Arts: Quilting Circle, Fridays from 10am–12noon. Light refreshments are served. This group meets each Friday at Remick Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. For complete details, call 323-7591.

Story Time for Little Ones is held at the Effingham Public Library from 10:30am to 11:30 am on Fridays.

Visit the MWV Children's Museum Friday at 11am for Music with Sharon Novak! This is a 45 minute program in which Sharon sings and plays music for children. This Program is included with any membership or daily admission. Please call 356-2992 for additional details.

Ham Ice Arena offers Stick & Puck from 3–5pm.

The FIT Club is an after school fitness club at the Brownfield Community Center. Hosted by Brownfield Rec. Fridays from 3:15-5pm. For 7 awesome weeks, beginning February 3. Visit www.brownfieldrecdept.weebly.com for a registration form.

Pat Davis plays ballroom dance music at the Gibson Center for Senior Services, so people can dance on Fridays from 5-7pm. Dances featured include Waltz, Foxtrot, Rhumba, Tango, Cha Cha, Swing, East Coast Swing, and others by request. Tristan Andrews-Preston will be offering "Beginning Acting Techniques (Kids) for ages 9 to 12 for six Fridays, from January 13 to February 24 from 5-6:30pm at M&D Playhouse. Call for details, 733-5275.

Bingo is held every Friday night at the Lovell VFW Hall - Early Bird starts at 6:30pm. Saturdays

Is food a problem for you? Do you eat when you're not hungry? Do you go on eating binges for no apparent reason? Is your weight affecting the way you live your life? You're not alone. Overeaters Anonymous group members stopped eating compulsively and so can you. No dues or fees for membership. We meet weekly, Saturdays from 9-11:30am at Memorial Hospital’s

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Sundays

Ham Ice Arena offers Public Skating from 12noon-1:45pm.

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