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Friday, November 30

A Country Christmas: The Gibson Center offers a trip to Indian Head Resort for A Country Christmas and Christmas Buffet with Country Singer Jose Duddy. Board the bus at 9:30am. Call 356-3231 to sign up.

Small Farmers Club: At Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village, young children can experience the seasonal rhythms and chores on a historic farmstead. Through age-appropriate activities—including crafts, games, stories and animal meet and greets—participants enjoy season-based activities such as planting, milking, harvesting and wintertime indoor activities. This month’s theme is Various Vegetables, Part II: Below the Ground. Parent/guardian must accompany their child for the duration of the 10am activity. Children should be dressed to spend time outdoors with appropriate clothing for inclement weather. Registration closes Thursday, November 29 or when filled. No walk-ins, please; call 323-7591.

Journey to the North Pole™: Join us for Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s key fundraiser, Journey to the North Pole™. This two-hour magical holiday adventure is perfect for all ages.

Take a magical train ride to the North Pole! On the way you will enjoy delicious hot cocoa and some yummy candy. At the North Pole meet some silly elves, and even Santa. BIBLF is also looking for volunteers make this event an unforgettable experience through becoming a chef on the train, an elf at the North Pole, or a greeter at the station. Two journeys happen today, at 4pm and again at 6:30pm.Tickets and volunteers sign-ups can be found at www.journeytothenorthpole.org.

Saturday, December 1

Breakfast with Santa: The North Conway Community Center invites you to Breakfast with Santa from 8-11am. Children can have a picture taken with Santa and make a picture frame.

Photos with Santa: Mount Washington Valley Kiwanis offers “Photos with Santa” sessions for families, friends, pets, and shopping groups at Settlers Green Outlet Village this holiday season! Stop by today from 9am-4pm. The festively decorated photo studio is located between Crocs and Rue 21 at Settlers Green. All proceeds benefit Kiwanis projects for children in need.

Anime Drawing Club: Natalia Chernenko will lead "Club Ocha" the first and third Saturday of each month at the Conway Public Library at 10:30am. Share tips, tricks, and ideas for drawing anime' while finding joy in practicing a

specialized art together. For more information call 447-5552.

Homestead Christmas: Welcome the holiday season by stepping back in time at Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. Tour the first floor of the holiday-decorated Remick family home, the Captain Enoch Remick House and sample fresh-baked cookies baked in the kitchen’s wood stove. Walk through Doc and Marion Remick’s modest apartment, decked with vintage holiday touches, music, and snacks from the 19540s–50s. Take a wintertide wagon ride, sample medicinal products at the Remick apothecary, and enjoy beverages and treats, including gingerbread, wassail and more, at the open hearth demonstration. The Museum Center will feature seasonal exhibits and children can make a holiday craft; the museum’s educators will be in costume. Gift items and pre-wrapped hostess gifts will be available for purchase in the Museum Store. Call 323-7591 to learn more about the 11am-3pm event.

Mini Book Sale: The Friends of the Jackson Public Library will be having its third “mini” Book Sale from 11am-2pm at the Old Jackson Library, locat-ed at 125 Main Street. Stop by the Old Jackson Library next to the Jackson Community Church and browse through a wonderful selection of hardback and paperback books, both fiction and non-fiction, children’s books, and a small selection of CDs Continued on page 2

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and DVDs. For more information, contact the Library at 383-9731.

Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular: Badger Realty is happy to announce the return of the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular from 1-3pm at the North Conway Community Center. The Grinch, Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Elves will be back to greet children and their families, as well as pose for free photos. New this year, White Birch Books will be on hand to read the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss, and the movie will be playing continually during the event. Children will be able to do a holiday themed arts and crafts activity, as well as decorate cookies. Children will receive a small gift, and all families will receive an ornament to take home from Badger Realty and Northway Bank. We will have a gift-wrapping station, where our Elves will beautifully wrap your presents for a small donation. Fully decorated Grinch-Themed Christmas trees will be available for purchase, with all funds raised going directly to the North Conway Community Center.

Journey to the North Pole™: Join us for Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s key fundraiser, Journey to the North Pole™. This two-hour magical holiday adventure is perfect for all ages. Take a magical train ride to the North Pole! On the way you will enjoy delicious hot cocoa and some yummy candy. At the North Pole meet some silly elves, and even Santa. BIBLF is also looking for volunteers make this event an unforgettable experience through becoming a chef on the train, an elf at the North Pole, or a greeter at the station. Two journeys happen today, at 4pm and again at 6:30pm.Tickets and volunteers sign-ups can be found at www.journeytothenorthpole.org.

Conway Village Tree Lighting & Ice Show: The Conway Village Christmas Tree, at the Conway Information Booth will be lit at 4pm. Then, at 5:15pm, Mt Washington Valley Skating Club presents their 2018 Holiday on Ice Show, “A Charlie Brown Christmas”, with live music by Heather Pierson and Shawn Nadeau. Skate with the stars after the show ‘till 7pm courtesy of the Ham Arena.

Holiday Jazz: Mountain Top Music presents two shows featuring seacoast pianist Tom Snow and popular saxophonist Mike Sakash, at the Lords gorgeous mountaintop home above Silver Lake. For more information and to reserve seats, call MTM at 447-4737.

Sunday, December 2

A Valley Christmas Festival: A magical concert the whole family will love. Celebrate the season, as the Mountain Top Community Orchestra, the Mount Washington Valley Choral Society, and Tina Titzer’s Act One Dance Company come together in a one-time-only performance at 4pm in the Kennett High School Auditorium.

Bartlett Tree Lighting: Bartlett Christmas Tree Lighting will take place this afternoon. We will gather at the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School for some Christmas Music by our student chorus groups. At 4pm we will head to Gazebo Park for the lighting of our Christmas Tree, memory light reading and some refreshments. Miss Mount Washington Valley along with Santa will throw the switch. This is a family event provided by Bartlett Recreation.


Fund-Raider Fever: Join Valley Promotions at Cabin Fever Restaurant, in Bartlett, at 5pm, following the Bartlett Tree Lighting. A percentage of all food sales we be donated to Valley Promotions to help with their mission of non-profit collaboration. There will be a scratch ticket raffle as well as a mystery gift table. Support the Valley's Chamber of Non-Profits while enjoying a great evening in Bartlett Village!

Cold River Radio Mini Concert: A benefit evening for Mountain Top Music of “jazzsoul” music hosted by Stu Dunlop at Wildcat Tavern in Jackson, beginning at 7pm. Presented by Jonathan Sarty, this is part of the Cold River Radio Mini Concert Series.

Monday, December 3

Morning Coffee Break: Come enjoy a cup of coffee, meet other volunteers, and find out what current opportunities Tin Mountain Conservation Center has. This is an open invitation to current or prospective volunteers, the first Monday of the month, every month, at 9am. For more information on volunteering contact Nora at 447-6991.

Yoga After School: This series is for kids in grades 3-6 from 3:30-5pm on Mondays and led by Dixie Lea. A healthy snack and other yoga-related activities will be included. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Let us know you are coming by calling Conway Public Library at 447-5552.

Dine to Donate: Each Monday evening, from 4:30-9pm, Joseph’s Spaghetti Shed offers a Dine to Donate for a local non-profit organization. This evening 20% of all food sold (eat-in or take-out) will be donated to Silver Bells.

Sky Watch: Marc Stowbridge, local astronomer and representative of the New Hampshire Astronomical Society will be leading a sky watch in the park of the Conway Public Library at 6:30pm. Marc will begin his presentation in the Ham Room with a tutorial on how to use the telescope available for borrowing through the library, then sky-watchers will convene outside to take in, and learn about the universe around us. Dress warmly! Call 447-5552.

Tuesday, December 4

Victorian Mansion Christmas: The Gibson Center bus will travel to Portland to see the Victorian Mansion all dolled up for Christmas. Afterwards you will have lunch on your own at the Olive Garden. Please call to sign up for this trip, which leaves at 9am; 356-3231.

Volunteering Tuesday: Volunteers are welcome at the Theater in the Wood to help Believe in Books Literacy Foundation prep for their key fund-raiser, Journey to the North Pole™! Help fold scarves, tie bells, and count candy. Coffee and snacks will be provided to all volunteers. Join us in making this event magical!

Window Cling Workshop: Between 4-6pm Fryeburg Public Library hosts an all-ages opportunity to make lovely, bright and colorful window clings to adorn our “probable” winter-white vistas. Sherri Billings will teach us how to make Window Stars out of semi-translucent paper squares. These multi-colored stars can be hung in your windows to catch the winter sunlight and bring some color indoors. Refreshments will be served.

White Mountain Writers Group: This writer's group led by Olga Morrill welcomes new and seasoned members at the Conway Public Library from 4:30-6pm in the Ham Room, the first Tuesday of each month. Share written work, gain feedback, learn new skills, and support others in this safe and welcoming setting. For more information call 447-5552.

Tech. Tuesday: Cheryle O'Neill offers technology support at the Conway Public Library on a first come, first serve basis from 6-7pm. Bring your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader fully charged.

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Tina Titzer's Act One Dance Company is proud to present our 10th annual Nutcracker Sweets! Please join us at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg. There are two shows; one at 2pm and one at 5pm. You may purchase tickets by stopping by the studio at 519 Main

St. in Fryeburg or asking an Act One Dance Co member. You may also purchase tickets at Spice and Grain in Fryeburg. Don't miss this magical little Nutcracker

complete with Waltz of the Snow and Flowers, and all of your favorite excerpts! Bring your little ones a little early and meet The Sugar Plum Fairy and all of the other candy sweets! A delightful performance right in your own backyard!

Spotlight: Act One Dance - 10th annual Nutcracker Sweets

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Partner, Dick Badger. “We are so pleased to join forces with Northway Bank, and be able to host this event with the help of photographer Wendy Holmes of In Focus with Wendy, White Birch Books, Lowe’s, Dunkin Donuts, Hannaford, and Moose Painting, making this a truly spectacular event for the community.”

Ed Harrigan, Mortgage Loan Officer at Northway Bank, continued, “The holidays are such a magical time of year. Northway Bank strives every day to make a difference in our communities, and partnering with Badger at this event to bring much needed support, and a little bit of holiday magic to local kids, is an example of what it is all about.” Event to Benefit the North Conway Community Center: This year’s event will benefit the North Conway Community Center, and you are encouraged to bring items to donate. The Community Center is home to many exciting programs for our local youth, adults, and seniors, and there is always a need for the following items:

Youth and Adult Mouthguards, Basketballs, Soccer Balls, Field Hockey Balls, Footballs,

Badger Realty & Northway Bank to Host 2nd Annual Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular on

Saturday, December 1st Badger Realty is happy to announce the return of the Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular from 1pm to 3pm on Saturday, December 1st, at a new location, the North Conway Community Center, 78 Norcross Circle, North Conway, right next to the Conway Scenic Railroad.

The Grinch, Santa, Mrs. Claus and the Elves will be back to greet children and their families, as well as pose for free photos. New this year, White Birch Books will be on hand to read the classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas by Dr. Seuss, and the movie will be playing continually during the event. Children will be able to do a holiday themed arts and crafts activity, as well as decorate cookies. Children will receive a small gift, and all families will receive an ornament to take home from Badger Realty & Northway Bank. We will have a gift-wrapping station, where our Elves will beautifully wrap your presents for a small donation. Fully decorated Grinch-Themed Christmas trees will be available for purchase, with all funds raised going directly to the North Conway Community Center.

“Due to the incredible turnout for last year’s event, we needed to move to a location that would allow us more room,” said Badger Realty’s Senior

Baseballs, and Softballs.

Senior Table Games, Playing Cards, Bridge, Canasta, Cribbage Boards, Mahjong.

“Offering a wide variety of activities for all ages, and operating as a non-profit, the North Conway Community Center is a North Conway fixture, and is a large part of what makes living in Mount Washington Valley so special” Badger said. “We feel that the Community Center is essentially an extended part of the Badger Realty Family, with many of our children playing sports, and attending summer camp over the years. To be able to give back to such a dedicated organization is important to us.”

For more on Badger Realty and the philanthropic programs it supports throughout the year, visit BadgerRealty.com/causes. For more on the North Conway Community Center, visit https://www.northconwaycommunitycenter.org.

Wednesday, December 5

Maker Madness: The Conway Public Library hosts maker opportunities for young people ages 10 and up every Wednesday from 3:30-5pm. Activities change weekly. For more information call 447-5552.

Friends of the Conway Public Library: The Friends of the Conway Public Library will meet at 3:45pm. Meetings are held once a month at the library.

MWV Toastmasters: MWV Toastmasters Club meets at 6:30pm at Granite State College campus. New members are always welcome.

A White Mountain Christmas: White Mountain Musical Arts presents “A White Mountain Christmas” at 7pm at First Church of Christ Congregational, in North Conway. The concert will feature Ray Cornils, recently retired Municipal Organist for the city of Portland, Maine since 1990, along with Robinson Pyle and Greg Gettel, trumpets. The program will feature familiar holiday music and an audience singalong. For more information visit www.MWVEvents.com.

Thursday, December 6

CHS Annual Christmas Party: The Annual Christmas Party for the Conway Historical Society will be held at the Gibson Center in North Conway beginning at 6pm. Please note the change of date. All current members and their guests are invited to attend and asked to bring a dish for the potluck dinner and a gift for a Yankee swap.

The Eight: Reindeer Monologues: M&D Playhouse presents “The Eight: Reindeer Monologues”, by Jeff Goode, as directed by Ken Martin. Scandal erupts at the North Pole when one of Santa’s eight tiny reindeer accuses him of sexual harassment. As mass media descends upon the event, the other members of the sleigh team demand to share their perspectives, and a horrific tale of corruption and perversion emerges, which seems to implicate everyone from the littlest elf to the tainted Saint himself. With each deer’s confession, the truth behind the shocking allegations becomes clearer and clearer. …and murkier and murkier. Showtime is 7:30pm, with house opening at 7pm. M&D recommends patrons purchase their tickets early by visiting www.mdplayhouse.com.

Friday, December 7

First Friday Faculty and Friends: A selection of original works by Ken Turley, performed by Ken, Mountain Top faculty, and friends. First Friday concerts are held at the Brown Church in Conway Village. The concert is free, but donations to support the renovation of the Majestic are gratefully accepted. Bring a friend! (Sorry, no food is allowed in the sanctuary.) For more details, call 447-4737.


Tri-State Modelers: Tri-State Modelers club meets from 7-9 pm at the community room at the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School. Bob Meckley will present "Building the coal trestle in Sargent Co.". Please bring a friend.

KHS Dance Holiday Show: The Kennett High School Dance presents their annual Holiday Show this evening at 7pm at Kennett’s Loynd Auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the door.



Breakfast with Santa: Bring your appetite to our Breakfast with Santa fundraiser at the Josiah Bartlett Elementary School Cafeteria from 8-10:30am. With the asking of a donation, there will be a full breakfast, one photo with Santa for each child, a candy cane and a wrapped gift. The proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit Bartlett Recreation and Bartlett Historical Society Museum Fund. Bring the family!


Christmas Food Drive: Conway Police Department is having their 5th annual Christmas Food Drive from 9am-1pm at the North Conway

Hannaford. Please join us in giving back and supporting the Vaughn Community Services and Conway Congregational Church food pantries!

Seasonal Creations: Come to Seasonal Creations, Mountain Garden Club's marvelous holiday sale, with holiday crafts, unique gifts, specialty foods, and plants all for sale, including members' creations and designs. A one-stop shopping adventure for all your holiday and gifting needs. The sale starts at 9:30am; Come early to find the best selections. It will be held at North Conway Community Center.

Inn to Inn Cookie and Candy Tour: In Mt. Washington Valley, “C” is for Christmas and also for cookies, candy, collectors’ ornaments, and keepsake recipes as the Country Inns in the White Mountains celebrate the 22nd year of their annual Inn to Inn Cookie and Candy Tour today and tomorrow, from 11am-4pm. An annual event that draws cookie and holiday revelers from around the country, this ultimate cookie walk will combine overnight stays at beautiful inns in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with a scrumptious inn-to-inn tour of 11 B&B’s plus decorating ideas and take home recipes. Many of the inns on the tour will feature a special demonstration, artists or craft sales for your holiday shopping, too. Those not wishing to reserve an overnight package may purchase tickets, by calling (800) 338-1356 or 356-2642. Tickets reserved by phone will be available for pick-up at designated locations. Tickets are limited and all tickets must be reserved in advance.

Harp Concert: Harpist Dominque Dodge returns to serenade us with her traditional music and song at the Jackson Public Library at 5pm. A local favorite!

Bruins Alumni Hockey Games: The game is today at 12 noon (noon - 2) at the Ham Ice Arena, in Conway. It is to celebrate the Ham Arena's 20th anniversary. We'll have a little open ceremony-ish. There will be two 30 minute games, The Ham Arena team(s) consist of many of the youth hockey coaches and a lot of the mens, womens and coed league players. In between the two games the Bruins will sign autographs and meet the fans. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the arena, or at the door before game time.

Gingerbread House-Making: Kids ages 8 and up are invited to sign up for this free, festive activity at 1pm in the Ham Room of the library. Made possible by the Conway Public Library and McKaela's Sweet Shop. Spots are limited and registration is required by calling 447-5552. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Journey to the North Pole™: Join us for Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s key fundraiser, Journey to the North Pole™. This two-hour magical holiday adventure is perfect for all ages. Take a magical train ride to the North Pole! On the way you will enjoy delicious hot cocoa and some yummy candy. At the North Pole meet

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meet some silly elves, and even Santa. BIBLF is also looking for volunteers make this event an unforgettable experience through becoming a chef on the train, an elf at the North Pole, or a greeter at the station. Two journeys happen today, at 4pm and again at 6:30pm.Tickets and volunteers sign-ups can be found at www.journeytothenorthpole.org.

KHS Dance Holiday Show: The Kennett High School Dance presents their annual Holiday Show this evening at 7pm at Kennett’s Loynd Auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the door.

The Eight: Reindeer Monologues: M&D Playhouse presents “The Eight: Reindeer Monologues”, by Jeff Goode, as directed by Ken Martin. Scandal erupts at the North Pole when one of Santa’s eight tiny reindeer accuses him of sexual harassment. As mass media descends upon the event, the other members of the sleigh team demand to share their perspectives, and a horrific tale of corruption and perversion emerges, which seems to implicate everyone from the littlest elf to the tainted Saint himself. With each deer’s confession, the truth behind the shocking allegations becomes clearer and clearer. …and murkier and murkier. Showtime is 4pm, with house opening at 3:30pm. M&D recommends patrons purchase their tickets early by visiting www.mdplayhouse.com.

Sunday, December 9

A Holly Jolly Christmas: Kevin Peare Memorial Skate Park presents A Holly Jolly Christmas! Kids get photos with Santa, make a cookie with Mrs. Claus, face painting, make an ornament and play games. Parents enjoy a Craft Fair, gift wrapping, bake sale and coffee. The 10am-2pm event will be held at the Albany Town Hall. All proceeds go to the park!

Inn to Inn Cookie and Candy Tour: In Mt. Washington Valley, “C” is for Christmas and also for cookies, candy, collectors’ ornaments, and keepsake recipes as the Country Inns in the White Mountains celebrate the 22nd year of their annual Inn to Inn Cookie and Candy Tour today, from 11am-4pm. An annual event that draws cookie and holiday revelers from around the country, this ultimate cookie walk will combine overnight stays at beautiful inns in the White Mountains of New Hampshire with a scrumptious inn-to-inn tour of 11 B&B’s plus decorating ideas and take home recipes. Many of the inns on the tour will feature a special demonstration, artists or craft sales for your holiday shopping, too. Those not wishing to reserve an overnight package may purchase tickets, by calling (800) 338-1356 or 356-2642. Tickets reserved by phone will be available for pick-up at designated locations. Tickets are limited and all tickets must be reserved in advance.

KHS Dance Holiday Show: The Kennett High

School Dance presents the final performance of their annual Holiday Show this afternoon at 2pm at Kennett’s Loynd Auditorium. Tickets may be purchased at the door.



Candlelight Concerts: The Fryeburg Academy Music Program presents the annual Candlelight Concerts at 4pm and 7pm, featuring the school's choral and instrumental ensembles performing a vast selection of holiday favorites. Snow date is Monday, December 10th (7pm show only). Free Admission!

Monday, December 10

Yoga After School: This series is for kids in grades 3-6 from 3:30-5pm on Mondays and led by Dixie Lea at the Conway Public Library. A healthy snack and other yoga-related activities will be included. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Let us know you are coming by calling 447-5552

Dine to Donate: Each Monday evening, from 4:30-9pm, Joseph’s Spaghetti Shed offers a Dine to Donate for a local non-profit organization. This evening 20% of all food sold (eat-in or take-out) will be donated to Josiah Bartlett Elementary School’s 8th grade class trip.

Tuesday, December 11

Volunteering Tuesday: Volunteers are welcome at the Theater in the Wood to help Believe in Books Literacy Foundation prep for their key fund-raiser, Journey to the North Pole™! Help fold

scarves, tie bells, and count candy. Coffee and snacks will be provided to all volunteers. Join us in making this event magical!

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 at Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. Led by Barbara Lord, Volunteer Educator, this group meets every other Tuesday, year round. No registration is required but additional information is available by calling 323-7591.

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: Altrusa of Carroll County is hosting it's annual pizza fundraiser at Flatbreads Pizza in North Conway. Flatbreads generous-ly partners with Altrusa by donating a portion of every pizza sold that night to enhance the Altrusa Literacy Program of Carroll County. Join us for a night of fun and great eating.

MWV Band Christmas Concert: Mount Washington Valley Community Band will hold its annual Christmas concert to benefit families in need of fuel assistance this winter at 6:30pm at the Nativity Lutheran Church in North Conway. Donations will be accepted at the door.

Wednesday, December 12

Maker Madness: The Conway Public Library hosts maker opportunities for young people ages 10 and up every Wednesday from 3:30-5pm. Activities change weekly. For more information call 447-5552.

Groovin for Garments: Come join Drive Brand Studio, North Country Cares and Diana's Bath Salts at 7pm for a night of dancing, eating and drinking in the North Pole (Theater in The Wood, Intervale)! Ticket proceeds go to North Country Cares. Get $5 off your ticket if you bring a donation of dry goods, toiletries or school supplies. This event is for ages 21 and up.

Thursday, December 13

Survivors of Suicide Loss: Every second Thursday of the month from 6–7:30pm there is a SOS (Survivors of Suicide Loss) meeting at the Vaughan Center in North Conway. Any questions, call 356-2324.

Hillsdale 4-H Dairy Club: The Carroll County Hillsdale 4-H Dairy Club focuses on learning about various dairy breeds of cattle, goats, and sheep while participating in local and state 4-H activities. The club meets monthly, from 7-9pm

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with additional activities and meetings held at the leader’s discretion. The club is open to residents of Carroll County, ages 8–18 (as of January 1 of current year). Ownership of a project animal is not required. Contact Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm Manager Lindsey McAllister for information, 323-7591.


Friday, December 14


Parents Christmas Stocking Night: North Country Cares is holding its annual Parents Christmas Stocking Night from 4-6pm at #therevolvingcloset. Fill a stocking and find great gifts for your teens, ages 12-18. Teens need a little Santa too!!

Pizza and Movie: Freedom Public Library will host their Pizza & Movie Night from 5-6:45pm tonight. "Smallfoot" turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn’t exist—a human. News of this “smallfoot” brings him fame and a chance with the girl of his dreams. It also throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village. Students are welcome to come directly from school (bus pass required) for some pre-movie fun from 3:45-4:45. The afterschool program activities will include Wii gaming, karaoke and a craft. Older kids can try their hand at editing the green screen

Halloween portraits.




Winter Holidays Open House: Madison Library Winter Holidays Open House and the Friends of Madison Library last Book Sale of 2018 will be held from 9am-12noon. Enjoy delicious goodies, socialize with friends, and pick up some surprising book finds for special holiday gifts!

Anime Drawing Club: Natalia Chernenko will lead "Club Ocha" the first and third Saturday of each month at the Conway Public Library at 10:30am. Share tips, tricks, and ideas for drawing anime' while finding joy in practicing a specialized art together. For more information call 447-5552.


The Eight: Reindeer Monologues: M&D Playhouse presents “The Eight: Reindeer Monologues”, by Jeff Goode, as directed by Ken Martin. Scandal erupts at the North Pole when one of Santa’s eight tiny reindeer accuses him of sexual harassment. As mass media descends upon the event, the other members of the sleigh team demand to share their perspectives, and a horrific tale of corruption and perversion emerges, which

seems to implicate everyone from the littlest elf to the tainted Saint himself. With each deer’s confession, the truth behind the shocking allegations becomes clearer and clearer. …and murkier and murkier. Showtime is 7:30pm, with house opening at 7pm. M&D recommends patrons purchase their tickets early by visiting www.mdplayhouse.com.

Sunday, December 16

10th annual Nutcracker Sweets: Tina Titzer's Act One Dance Company is proud to present our 10th annual Nutcracker Sweets! Please join us at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg. There are two shows; one at 2pm and one at 5pm. You may purchase tickets by stopping by the studio at 519 Main St. in Fryeburg or asking an Act One Dance Co member. You may also purchase tickets at Spice and Grain in Fryeburg. Don't miss this magical little Nutcracker complete with Waltz of the Snow and Flowers, and all of your favorite excerpts! Bring your little ones a little early and meet The Sugar Plum Fairy and all of the other candy sweets! A delightful performance right in your own backyard!



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For the month of December, Hannafords of North Conway has designated a portion of the purchase of each green community shopping bag to be donated to Altrusa of Carroll County to promote the club's ongoing Literacy Program for Carroll County. Please help us continue to provide free children's books and children's magazine subscriptions to the children of Carroll County who otherwise may not have access to either.

On-Going Events Mondays

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.

Vaughan Community Service Food Pantry is open on Mondays from 10-11:30am at 2076 White Mountain Highway. Questions? Call 356-2324.

The Brownfield Recreation Department hosts a play-group 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.

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway Monday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 3-4pm. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

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.

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

MWV Choral Society rehearses Monday evenings from 7-9pm at the Center Conway United Methodist Church. There are no auditions and all who love to sing are welcome. For more information, call (443) 254-3138.

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.

CVCC Food Pantry: Serving Conway, Albany, Eaton and Chatham, the Conway Village Congregational Church Food Pantry is open Tuesdays by appointment only. Please contact CVCC during office hours(8am–1pm) to schedule appointment, 447-3851.

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway Tuesday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 9:30-1am. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

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

The Material Girls meet the first and third Tuesday of the month to make quilts for various charities where those quilts can be useful. Along with making the charity quilts, there are new quilt techniques learned at the meetings. Some members started as pressers and are now making their own quilts. The meetings are at the Church of Christ on 113 just outside of Conway, next to the Journey Church. They start at 10am and continue until 12noon or shortly after. If you have any questions, call Kathy Bergeron at 356-6425.

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.

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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.

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

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" meets 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.

Tuesday evenings at 7pm, join the MARA group (Medication Assisted Recovery Anonymous) - Share experience and recovery in a 12 step recovery meeting that recognizes and accepts the use of prescription assisted medications as a recovery path—no stigma—only fellowship. Meeting at MWV Supports Recovery Coalition Offices, 1620 East Main Street, Center Conway, NH. For more information, call 662-0668.

Wednesdays

Taoist Tai Chi Nor th Conway Wednesday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 8-9:15am and again from 6-7pm. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

Vaughan Community Service Food Pantry is open on Wednesdays from 9-10:30am at 2076 White Mountain Highway. Questions? Call 356-2324.

Vaughan Community Service Clothing Depot is open from 9:30am-12:30pm.

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.

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.

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.

Mount Washington Valley Kiwanis meets every Wednesday evening from September to June at the Eagle Mountain House, in Jackson. Social time begins at 5:30pm; meetings are called to order at 6pm. For more information, visit www.mwvkiwanis.org.

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.

Women’s Bible Study: Please join us for bible study & refreshments. The WBS is a group of ladies who meet on Thursday mornings at 9:30 for fellowship and Bible study. We utilize a study guide with the Bible, usually a chapter at a time, and discussion. We are all novices in this, but enjoy the friendship and knowledge that we share. You do not need to be a member of the Conway Village Congregational Church to visit one of these groups.

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.

Laci, the gentle German shepherd, and Kay, her human companion will be visiting the Conway Library Thursdays at 11:30am in the Ham Room. Children can read to Lacey or simply pat, talk to, and interact with her. Therapy dogs are proven to reduce anxiety, improve mental and physical health, and build empathy.

Vaughan Community Service Food Pantry is open on Thursdays from 1:30-3pm at 2076 White Mountain Highway. Questions? Call 356-2324.

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway 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.

Every second Thursday of the month at 6-7:30pm there is a SOS (Survivors of Suicide Loss meeting) at the Vaughan Center in North Conway. Any questions, call 356-2324.

Fridays

Men’s Bible Study: Please join us for bible study & refreshments. The MBS is a group of men who meet on Fridays at 8am for fellowship and Bible study. You do not need to be a member of Conway Village Congregational Church to visit one of these groups. Just a desire to explore God’s word with a fun and friendly group. We have fresh coffee and doughnuts to supplement some of our needs at that early time of day.

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

White Mountain Aquatic Adult Friday Class: Aqua Chi 9-10am with Lisa. Visit www.http://whitemountainaquatic.com for more information.

Vaughan Community Service Clothing Depot is open from 9:30am-12:30pm

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

Taoist Tai Chi/Nor th Conway Friday’s Beginning Tai Chi runs from 10-11am. Classes are held at the North Conway Taoist Tai Chi Studio, in the Eastern Slope Inn Plaza. For more information, call 356-5581.

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.

Students in grades 6-8 are invited to join Tessa for read-a-louds, games, crafts and more every Friday from 3-4pm in the Ham Room of the Conway Public Library. Light snacks provided, and some activities outside. For more information call 447-5552.

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

AMC Pinkham Notch Center offers Friday Flicks at 8pm. Staff pick the flicks for guests to enjoy. For information, call 466-2721.

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 Bigelow Building (old hospital), 2nd floor conference room.

Sundays

#therevolvingcloset is a free thrift boutique for teens, open the first and third Sunday of each month at the North Conway Congregational Church from 2-5pm. For dates, contact Emily Smith-Mossman, 662-3443.

MWV Skating Club offers Learn to Skate, Skate for Hockey, Adult and Freestyle Skating lessons Sundays from 4:30-6:30pm. For more information, email [email protected].

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Altrusa International of Carroll County Arts in Motion Assistance Canine Training Services Bartlett Historical Society Bartlett Recreation Department Bartlett Roundhouse Preservation Society Believe In Books Literacy Foundation Carroll County RSVP Center Stage Theatre/Da Capo Children Unlimited, Inc. Connect A Pet New England Conway Area Humane Society Conway Village Congregational Church Friends of the Conway Library Friends of the Fryeburg Library Fryeburg Historical Society Fryeburg Raiders Booster Club Gibson Center for Senior Services Harvest Hills Animal Shelter Kevin Peare Memorial Skate Park KHS Project Graduation 2019 M&D Playhouse Madison Baptist Church Memorial Hospital Miranda Leavitt Diabetes Fund

Mount Washington Valley Teen Scholarship Mountain Garden Club Mountain Top Music Center

MWV Habitat for Humanity

MWV Kiwanis Club MWV Skating Club MWV Supports Recovery Coalition New England Ski Museum North Conway Community Center North Conway Public Library North Country Cares Project Succeed Rotary Club of North Conway Rozzie May Animal Alliance Taoist Tai Chi Society Tin Mountain Conservation Center Tina Titzer’s Act One Dance Company Tri-State Modelers Group Valley Vision Channel 1301 Vaughan Community Services Visiting Nurses of Carroll County & Western Maine White Mountain Community Health Center White Mountain Musical Arts

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