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| This event continues through 11/1/2008 |
| Organization: |
Laconia Historical and Museum Society
www.laconiahistorical.org |
| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Laconia Public Library, 695 North Main Street |
| Contact: |
Jennifer Carroll-Plante, Executive Director 603-527-1278 or lhmslpl@metrocast.net |
Description: LHMS is saluting the 400th anniversary of Quebec with a variety of exhibitions and programs in 2008. "Je t'aime Laconia" is an opportunity to celebrate French-Canadian culture in the Laconia area using personal stories and memorabelia from both the community and the museum's collection.
May 21- Opening of "Je t'aime Laconia" exhibit
May 21 - November 21 - "Je t'aime Laconia" exhibition on view
June 16 - Roundtable discussion with locals of French-Canadian descent
July- Genealogy workshop with American Canadian Genealogical Society
Sept 5- concert with French-Canadian singer/songwriter Josee Vachon
Sept 6- Laconia's Multicultural Market Day- this year's theme is a celebration of Quebec 400
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9:30 AM
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| Reverberations: A Dialogue Between Three Artists |
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| This event continues through 7/31/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Lakes Gallery at chi-lin
www.chi-linasianarts.com |
| Event Type: |
Arts & Crafts |
| Location: |
17 Lake Street |
| Contact: |
Suzanne Lee 603-279-8663 or suzanne@chi-linasianarts.com |
Description: The new season begins with Reverberations, a visual dialogues between three women artists each working in different yet related media. Artists Denise Linet, Davida Cook and Annette Mitchell are united by a common love of printmaking; the sharing of their
visual thoughts has generated infinite new connections and exciting new artwork.
The exhibition will run through July 31st.
Summer Hours:
Monday—Saturday 9:30—5:30
Tuesday & Sunday by appointment or chance
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3:00 PM |
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| Squam Art Workshops |
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| This event continues through 7/31/2008 |
| Organization: |
Squam Art Workshops
www.squamartworkshops.com |
| Event Type: |
Arts & Crafts |
| Location: |
Rockywold-Deephaven Camps |
| Contact: |
Elizabeth MacCrellish elizabeth@squamartworkshops.com |
| Description: If you are looking for an experience that will provide you with the time, space and inspiration to recharge you creative spirit, this might be just the ticket. Join us for an event that is designed to foster a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore a range of mediums. There are 22 different classes that include: painting, printmaking, journaling, doll making, writing, sewing, photography, and some classes that combine several of those elements into one workshop. Visit our website for more details! |
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8:00 PM |
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| Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story |
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| This event continues through 7/27/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Summer Theatre in Meredith Village
www.interlakestheatre.com |
| Event Type: |
Theatre |
| Location: |
Interlakes Auditorium, Interlakes High School |
| Contact: |
Nancy Barry, Producing director 888-245-6374 |
Description: A musical celebration of the legendary singer Buddy Holly, who became a pop superstar in 1957 and died tragically in a plane crash two years later on "the day that music died."
Tickets: $29 adults, $20 children -12, $25 seniors 65+. |
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10:00 AM
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| The Lakeside Living Expo |
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| This event continues through 7/20/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Lakeside Living Expo
www.lakesidelivingexpo.com |
| Event Type: |
Festival & Events |
| Location: |
Gunstock Mountain Resort, 719 Cherry Valley Road |
| Contact: |
Suzette Anthony 518-479-3976 or lakesidelivingexpo@gmail.com |
Description: A 3-day celebration of log homes, Adirondack rustic furniture and decor, boats, outdoor water sports and much more! Showcasing more than 200 exhibits featuring everything needed, wanted or desired by lakeside living enthusiasts! If you can dream it we have it!
Times are Friday, July 18, 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 19, 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, July 20, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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10:00 AM |
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| Chess Day with Mike Sullivan |
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| Organization: |
Laconia Public Library
http://www.laconialibrary.org |
| Event Type: |
Children's Events |
| Location: |
695 Main St. |
| Contact: |
cindy 524-4775 |
| Description: Kids aged 7-12 yrs meet at 10:00 in Laconia Rotary Hall at the Library. Teens meet at 2:00. Mike will teach, help with strategies, and play everyone. This free program is sponsored by the Laconia Kiwanis Club. |
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5:00 PM
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| A Taste of Newfound |
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| Organization: |
Newfound Region Chamber of Commerce
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| Event Type: |
Festival & Events |
| Location: |
Birdgewater-Hebron High School, 22 Schoolhouse Road |
| Contact: |
Newfound Chamber 603-744-2150 |
| Description: Celebrate and recognize the quality and variety of culinary expertise around the greater Newfound Lake region as area restaurants and vendors offer samples of their specialties. A drawing for a $1,000+ gift basket adds flavor to the evening. Only 250 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $25. |
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1:00 PM |
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| G'Day for Reading! |
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| Organization: |
Laconia Public Library
http://www.laconialibrary.org |
| Event Type: |
Children's Events |
| Location: |
695 Main St. |
| Contact: |
cindy 524-4775 |
| Description: Join Derek Small and Wildlife Encounters for an up close and personal visit with some unusual animals at the Community Center on Union Ave.
Celebrate Summer Reading Program 2008 with us! Sponsored by the Altrusa Club of the Lakes Region. |
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8:00 PM |
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| Cliffhanger |
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| This event continues through 8/2/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse
www.winniplayhouse.com |
| Event Type: |
Theatre |
| Location: |
Alpenrose Plaza |
| Contact: |
Box Office 603-366-7377 |
Description: A suspenseful thriller about a college professor and the lenghts he will go to avoid forced retirement.
Award winning live theatre.
Tickets: Adults $19, students and seniors $17. Play is not age appropriate for children 5 and younger. |
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9:30 AM |
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| Preschool Storytime |
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| Organization: |
Laconia Public Library
http://www.laconialibrary.org |
| Event Type: |
Children's Events |
| Location: |
695 Main St. |
| Contact: |
cindy 524-4775 |
| Description: Stories and crafts at 9:30 & 10:30 in the Selig Storytime Room. |
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7:00 PM
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| Meredith Village Walking Tours |
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| Organization: |
Meredith Historical Society
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| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Meredith Historical Society's Main Street Museum, 45 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Ann W. Sprague 603-279-7172 or asprague@metrocast.net |
Description: Meredith Village Walking Tours will take place this summer every Thursday evening, Meet at the Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum for the approximate one mile, one hour long walk that will provide insight into the earlier years of Meredith Village. Your guide, Ann Sprague, a 6th generation Meredith resident, will identify 20 sites and structures, including businesses, churches and some of the earlier homes, and share stories of the interesting people of the past who have impacted the town’s history.
The Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum will be open to the public from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and guests are invited to view the displays prior to the tour. Tours will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. and guests are asked to be at the museum by 6:45 p.m. at the latest. Reservations requested, but not required.
Ticket: $15 for adults, $8 for those over 65 or under 15. Purchased by contacting Ann Sprague. |
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1:00 PM |
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| Guitar Hero III - Legends of Rock |
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| Organization: |
Laconia Public Library
http://www.laconialibrary.org |
| Event Type: |
Miscellaneous |
| Location: |
695 Main St. |
| Contact: |
cindy 524-4775 |
| Description: Teens meet in Laconia Rotary Hall at the Library to play this awesome interactive video game! |
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9:00 AM |
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| 56th Annual Hebron Fair |
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| Organization: |
Union Congregational Church
hebronchurchnh.org |
| Event Type: |
Festival & Events |
| Location: |
Hebron Common - Church Lane |
| Contact: |
Derry Riddle 603-744-5883 staff@hebronchurchnh.org |
| Description: On the Picturesque Hebron Common at the North End of Newfound Lake, Rain or Shine, Free Admission, Over 90 Craftspeople, Pony Rides, Children's Games, Rummage, White Elephant, Baked Goods, Plants, Books, Lunch featuring Homemade Baked Beans, Auction at 1pm, Chicken BBQ at 5:30pm. For more info 603-744-5883 or hebronchurchnh.org. Proceeds benefit the Hebron Church. |
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10:00 AM
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| 2008 Designer Show House |
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| This event continues through 8/10/2008 |
| Organization: |
New Hampshire Humane Society
www.nhhumane.org |
| Event Type: |
Festival & Events |
| Location: |
23 Serenity Lane |
| Contact: |
Marylee Gorham 603-524-8236x309 Marylee@nhhumane.org |
Description: Tour this fabulous hill top home completely decorated by nationally acclaimed designers. Shuttle service provided from Laconia Christian School, Laconia.
Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door.
All procceds donated to the New Hampshire Humane Society animal welfare organization. |
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8:00 PM |
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| Anything Goes |
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| This event continues through 8/10/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Summer Theatre in Meredith Village
www.interlakestheatre.com |
| Event Type: |
Theatre |
| Location: |
Interlakes Auditorium, Interlakes High School |
| Contact: |
Nancy Barry, Producing director 888-245-6374 |
Description: A charming boy-meets-girl story is wrapped around Cole Porter's most beloved scores.
Tickets: $29 adults, $20 children -12, $25 seniors 65+. |
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9:00 AM
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| SOULFEST 2008 |
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| This event continues through 8/2/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Soulfest
www.thesoulfest.com/2008 |
| Event Type: |
Music / Concerts |
| Location: |
Gunstock Mountain Resort |
| Contact: |
info@thesoulfest.com |
Description: SOULFEST is New England’s premier multi-day Music Festival and Family Retreat, featuring over 100 world renown Christian artists and speakers. SoulFest offers a unique and inspiring experience for families, church and youth groups, as well as individuals over four days and nights of inspiring music, activities, and fellowship.
Apart from presenting a high quality, safe and family oriented music festival, Soulfest seeks to provide unique fellowship, inspiration and greater understanding of what it means to be someone who is dedicated to pursuing True Love in homes and communities and throughout every aspect of Life. |
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| Meredith Village Walking Tours |
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| Organization: |
Meredith Historical Society
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| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Meredith Historical Society's Main Street Museum, 45 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Ann W. Sprague 603-279-7172 or asprague@metrocast.net |
Description: Meredith Village Walking Tours will take place this summer every Thursday evening, Meet at the Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum for the approximate one mile, one hour long walk that will provide insight into the earlier years of Meredith Village. Your guide, Ann Sprague, a 6th generation Meredith resident, will identify 20 sites and structures, including businesses, churches and some of the earlier homes, and share stories of the interesting people of the past who have impacted the town’s history.
The Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum will be open to the public from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and guests are invited to view the displays prior to the tour. Tours will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. and guests are asked to be at the museum by 6:45 p.m. at the latest. Reservations requested, but not required.
Ticket: $15 for adults, $8 for those over 65 or under 15. Purchased by contacting Ann Sprague. |
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Wednesday, August 06, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| "Digging into Native NH History" |
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| Organization: |
Lake Winnipesaukee Museum
www.LakeWinnipesaukeeMuseum.org |
| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
503 Endicott St., North (Rte. 3) |
| Contact: |
Ann Sprague 366-5950 or info@lwhs.us |
| Description: The Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society welcomes Dr. Robert Goodby, Associate Professor of Anthropology, Franklin Pierce College to its Lake Winnipesaukee Museum in the Weirs. Abenaki Native American history has been reduced to near invisibility and archaeological evidence shows their dep presence here, inches below the earth's surface. A NH Humanities Council Program. Free & open to the public. |
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8:00 PM |
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| Almost, Maine |
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| This event continues through 8/16/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse
www.winniplayhouse.com |
| Event Type: |
Theatre |
| Location: |
Alpenrose Plaza |
| Contact: |
Box Office 603-366-7377 |
Description: Under a star-filled sky, the residents of Almost, Maine, find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways.
Award winning live theatre.
Tickets: Adults $19, students and seniors $17. Play is not age appropriate for children 5 and younger. |
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Thursday, August 07, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| Meredith Village Walking Tours |
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| Organization: |
Meredith Historical Society
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| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Meredith Historical Society's Main Street Museum, 45 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Ann W. Sprague 603-279-7172 or asprague@metrocast.net |
Description: Meredith Village Walking Tours will take place this summer every Thursday evening, Meet at the Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum for the approximate one mile, one hour long walk that will provide insight into the earlier years of Meredith Village. Your guide, Ann Sprague, a 6th generation Meredith resident, will identify 20 sites and structures, including businesses, churches and some of the earlier homes, and share stories of the interesting people of the past who have impacted the town’s history.
The Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum will be open to the public from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and guests are invited to view the displays prior to the tour. Tours will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. and guests are asked to be at the museum by 6:45 p.m. at the latest. Reservations requested, but not required.
Ticket: $15 for adults, $8 for those over 65 or under 15. Purchased by contacting Ann Sprague. |
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8:00 PM |
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| Lend Me a Tenor |
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| This event continues through 8/17/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Summer Theatre in Meredith Village
www.interlakestheatre.com |
| Event Type: |
Theatre |
| Location: |
Interlakes Auditorium, Interlakes High School |
| Contact: |
Nancy Barry, Producing director 888-245-6374 |
Description: A tale of "show must go on!" Set in 1934, the Cleveland Grand Opera is celebrating its biggest night in history. World famous tenor Tito Merelli ("Il Stupendo") is scheduled to sing the lead in "Othello" to raise $50,000 for the company. A "Dear John" letter is mistaken for a suicide note and Tito's appearance onstage seems unlikely. General manager, Henry Saunders, seeks to find a replacement.
Tickets: $29 adults, $20 children -12, $25 seniors 65+. |
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Thursday, August 14, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| Meredith Village Walking Tours |
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| Organization: |
Meredith Historical Society
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| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Meredith Historical Society's Main Street Museum, 45 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Ann W. Sprague 603-279-7172 or asprague@metrocast.net |
Description: Meredith Village Walking Tours will take place this summer every Thursday evening, Meet at the Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum for the approximate one mile, one hour long walk that will provide insight into the earlier years of Meredith Village. Your guide, Ann Sprague, a 6th generation Meredith resident, will identify 20 sites and structures, including businesses, churches and some of the earlier homes, and share stories of the interesting people of the past who have impacted the town’s history.
The Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum will be open to the public from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and guests are invited to view the displays prior to the tour. Tours will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. and guests are asked to be at the museum by 6:45 p.m. at the latest. Reservations requested, but not required.
Ticket: $15 for adults, $8 for those over 65 or under 15. Purchased by contacting Ann Sprague. |
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008 |
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8:00 PM |
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| The Glass Menagerie |
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| This event continues through 8/30/2008 |
| Organization: |
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse
www.winniplayhouse.com |
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Alpenrose Plaza |
| Contact: |
Box Office 603-366-7377 |
Description: Tennessee Williams' semi-autobiographical classic is a powerful and haunting pieces of theatre.
Award winning live theatre.
Tickets: Adults $19, students and seniors $17. Play is not age appropriate for children 5 and younger. |
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Thursday, August 21, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| Meredith Village Walking Tours |
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| Organization: |
Meredith Historical Society
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| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Meredith Historical Society's Main Street Museum, 45 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Ann W. Sprague 603-279-7172 or asprague@metrocast.net |
Description: Meredith Village Walking Tours will take place this summer every Thursday evening, Meet at the Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum for the approximate one mile, one hour long walk that will provide insight into the earlier years of Meredith Village. Your guide, Ann Sprague, a 6th generation Meredith resident, will identify 20 sites and structures, including businesses, churches and some of the earlier homes, and share stories of the interesting people of the past who have impacted the town’s history.
The Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum will be open to the public from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and guests are invited to view the displays prior to the tour. Tours will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. and guests are asked to be at the museum by 6:45 p.m. at the latest. Reservations requested, but not required.
Ticket: $15 for adults, $8 for those over 65 or under 15. Purchased by contacting Ann Sprague. |
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Thursday, August 28, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| Meredith Village Walking Tours |
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| Organization: |
Meredith Historical Society
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| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Meredith Historical Society's Main Street Museum, 45 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Ann W. Sprague 603-279-7172 or asprague@metrocast.net |
Description: Meredith Village Walking Tours will take place this summer every Thursday evening, Meet at the Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum for the approximate one mile, one hour long walk that will provide insight into the earlier years of Meredith Village. Your guide, Ann Sprague, a 6th generation Meredith resident, will identify 20 sites and structures, including businesses, churches and some of the earlier homes, and share stories of the interesting people of the past who have impacted the town’s history.
The Meredith Historical Society’s Main Street Museum will be open to the public from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and guests are invited to view the displays prior to the tour. Tours will begin promptly at 7:00 p.m. and guests are asked to be at the museum by 6:45 p.m. at the latest. Reservations requested, but not required.
Ticket: $15 for adults, $8 for those over 65 or under 15. Purchased by contacting Ann Sprague. |
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Wednesday, September 10, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| "The Downing Family of Alton Bay" |
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| Organization: |
Lake Winnipesaukee Museum
www.LakeWinnipesaukeeMuseum.org |
| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
503 Endicott St., North (Rte. 3) |
| Contact: |
Ann Sprague 366-5950, info@lwhs.us |
| Description: The Downing family has a long history on the lake and many have had experience at Downing's Boat Yard and Landing, the Winnipesaukee House, Busy Corner Store or their Legionnaire wooden speedboats. The Lake Winnipesaukee Historical Society welcomes Nancy Downing Merrill and Jonathan Downing to the Lake Winnipesaukee Museum who will share stories and images from their family's collections. Free & open to the public. |
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Thursday, October 16, 2008 |
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7:00 PM
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| Personal Histories of New Hampton |
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| Organization: |
New Hampton Historical Society
www.newhamptonhistoricalsociety.org |
| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Gordon-Nash Library, 69 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Gordon DuBois forestpd@metrocast.net |
| Description: A panel of New Hampton elders will relate incidents and anecdotes from their own lives in our town. All are welcome. |
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Thursday, December 11, 2008 |
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4:00 PM
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| Christmas Tea |
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| Organization: |
New Hampton Historical Society
www.newhamptonhistoricalsociety.org |
| Event Type: |
Club Notices |
| Location: |
Gordon-Nash Library, 69 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Gordon DuBois forestpd@metrocast.net |
| Description: This holiday tea honors New Hampton's seniors and welcomes the young as well as the young-at-heart. |
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Thursday, February 12, 2009 |
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7:00 PM
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| Preserving New Hampshire's Past |
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| Organization: |
New Hampton Historical Society
www.newhamptonhistoricalsociety.org |
| Event Type: |
Museums / Historical |
| Location: |
Gordon-Nash Library, 69 Main Street |
| Contact: |
Gordon DuBois forestpd@metrocast.net |
| Description: The importance of historic preservation and methods to do so will be explored. Speaker tentatively scheduled - TBA. |
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