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Friday, February 12

Hot Water Seed Clinic - UNH Cooperative Extension now has two hot water baths to aid farmers in treating against pathogens in or on seed. We are holding one clinic which we ask you to pre-register for. Please contact us if you’d like your seed treated but cannot make the clinic. By appointment from 10am-2pm, sign up for a 1-hour slot at UNH Cooperative Extension in Goffstown. Contact Olivia Saunders, 447-3834 to register or with questions.

The FIT Club - An after school fitness club at the Brownfield Community Center. Come play volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, glow in the dark dodge-ball, and more. Fridays from 3:15-5pm for 8 awesome weeks! Children grades kindergar-ten through sixth grade. Come get FIT with us!

The Stories Behind the Stars - 7pm at Tin Mountain Nature Learning Center. Join Star Wizard Matt Krug for this family program designed to introduce audience members of all ages to the wonders of the night sky. The program begins indoors and, weather permitting, moves outside for a “tour” of the sky. Call 447-6991 to learn more.

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy’s parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Saturday, February 13

Bartlett Recreation Department will host an Indoor Yard Sale, from 8am-2pm, at Josiah Bartlett Elementary School, with proceeds benefiting the Recreation Department. Purchase a space or, if you don’t want to sell your own items, they will take your donations and add them to their sale. They may be dropped off at the school on Friday, Feb. 12. Clean and gently used items only please. No TVs, computers, mattresses, car seats or clothing. To register contact Bartlett Rec. at 374-1952.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center offers Foo-Foo and Fido: Where Do Our Lap Pets Come

From? The 9:30am-3pm Field trip is to the Glacial Waterfall in Albany. Explore the world of felines and canines with Dr. Rick Van de Poll, ecologist and master naturalist from Sandwich. Dress warm, bring a lunch and snowshoes or borrow ours. Call 447-6991 for reservations

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm’s Barnyard Basics Workshop for today is Raising Chickens, from 10am–12noon. Remick Museum presents this workshop for the beginning chicken owner or those interested in raising a flock for eggs and/or meat. Basic information provided for their shelter, care, nutrition, etc. The workshop will include a walk on the farm property to see various coops and meet the flock. Pre-register by Thursday, February 11, at 323-7591.

Theresa Beckett will teach a needle felting class to youth at the Conway Public Library in the Ham Community Room for ages 9 and up. Registration for the 10:30am program is requested by calling 447-5552.

Carroll County Coalition for Public Health present: Restore Your Spirit Resource Day, at Concord Hospital, from 9:30am-4:30pm. For additional information, call 301-1252.

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February 12, 2016

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The Bartlett Congregational Church will once again be preparing the Fabulous February Feasts held every Saturday from 5-7pm. A buffet will be personally prepared that consists of Meat and Spinach Lasagna, a weekly special of Turkey, Ham or BBQ Chicken, a variety of Beans and Vegetables, Homemade Rolls and Brown Bread, plus dessert and coffee, tea, milk or water. This will be the 50th year these famous suppers have been held!

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy’s parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

M&D Equus Talkback: As a means to encourage artistic exploration, following this evening’s performance of M&D Playhouse’s Equus, audience members are invited to participate in a post-show discussion with the cast.

Sunday, February 14

The 2nd Annual Renewal of Vows Ceremony will be held on Valentine's Day at 4pm. We invite you to renew your vows at the Fryeburg New Church. This is an event open to all in the community; the renewal ceremony will be a communal event for couples present; language will follow traditional vows, though slightly modified for the occasion. We will enjoy refreshments after the service! Call (207) 935-3413 for full details.

Mountain Top Music' s own Belle Stafford teams up with Montana Bluesman Erik Ray as “Granite Crow for some "Valentine Blues". The concert will be at the Admiral Peary Inn in Fryeburg, at 4pm. Reservations are essential as seating is limited; call 447-4737 to reserve seats.

Join the Freedom Public Library at 4pm for the third entry in the Winter Film Series, "Rudderless". Admission is free. Stay afterward if you can for a simple soup and bread supper and a chance to discuss the

film. Call 539-5176 to learn more.

Monday, February 15

Center Stage Theatre musical theater workshop for children ages 7 – 14 runs February 15 – 19. The Snow Queen (the original story of Frozen) will be created during the weeklong session. Vacation week workshop is held at the lower level of the Lutheran church in North Conway, Monday - Friday from 9am-3pm. Public performance is on Saturday at 1pm at the Fryeburg Academy Performing Arts Center. For inquiries or to sign up, email Mary at ising4pc@yahoo.com.

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village offers season-based classes for homeschool students, ages 6–12, from 10am-12noon, one Monday a month during the school year. Today’s program is “Quilting Bee”. Students must be accompanied by a parent or chaperone, not left unattended. Pre-register for February class by Monday, February 8; no walk-ins. Call 323-7591.

White Mountain History Trail Blazing & Exploring in the 19th & Early 20th Centuries, with AMC Volunteer Josh Gillenson, is the 8pm program at AMC Pinkham Notch Visitors Center. For details, call 466-2727.

Tuesday, February 16

Tin Mountain Conservation Center Winter Camp offers daily programs for children. Today’s offering is Tracking Winter Wildlife, for Grades K-3. From 9am-3pm, it's a winter treasure hunt! Become a winter wildlife detective as we count toes, identify patterns, and follow animal tracks in the snow throughout the forest and around the pond, streams, and swamps. Dress warm and bring a lunch. We'll provide cocoa and snowshoes! Call 447-6991 to register.

The Carl Johnson Memorial Ski-A-Thon, annual fundraiser for ALS, will take place from 12noon-3pm at Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center. Registration will be from 9-11am. For additional details call 466-2333.

AARP Free Tax Preparation volunteers will be at the Fryeburg Public Library every Tuesday from 1-4pm to help file simple tax returns. Please call Sue Black at (207) 647-8271 during regular business hours to schedule an appointment.

Manifest Your Goals and Dreams! Certified life Coach Tina Craig and Conway Librarian Tessa Narducci, will lead a vision board making workshop in the Ham Community room of the Conway Library for teens and adults at 2pm. Materials and snacks will be provided. For more information, call 447-5552

Tuesday is Flatbread Pizza Night! A portion of the proceeds from all flatbreads sold between 5-9pm this evening will be donated to Arts Jubilee.

Join the Conway Library at 6pm for the documentary, “The Missing Picture”. Rithy Panh uses clay figures, archival footage, and his narration to recreate the atrocities Cambodia's Khmer Rouge committed between 1975 and 1979 (not rated). It will be shown in the Ham Community Room Call 447-5552 with questions..

Wednesday, February 17

Before you hit the slopes of Attitash, come eat a hearty breakfast across the street at Matty B's. All proceeds from the 7:30-9am buffet benefit AbilityPLUS.

Coffee Chat with Fundraising Professionals from the Northern New England Chapter of AFP – NNEC, The 8am gathering will take place at The Make Studio, in Berlin.

Tin Mountain Conservation Center Winter Camp offers daily programs for children. Today’s offering Winter Survival, for Grades 3-6. Do you think you could light a fire, build a snow shelter, or boil water for cooking to survive the winter cold? Learn the basics of staying warm in winter. Dress warm and bring a lunch, and small snow shovel for digging snow shelters. We'll provide cocoa and snowshoes! Call 447-6991 to register for the 9am-3pm program.

The Friends of the Conway Public Library will meet at 3:45 pm, in the Ham Community Room.

“Shakespeare and New England”: Michael Callis will talk about the relationship of Darby Field's uncle and William Shakespeare and how it applies to White Mountains Region history at 6pm in the Ham Community Room of the Conway Library. Stop by the library to view the display for this theme and ask questions.

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

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The Chocorua Public Library was born in 1888. It started out in the little Post Office and eventually graduated to a corner of Runnells Hall in Chocorua Village. It has always remained a wholly private community effort - unsupported by government funds. Marion Posner, our Head Librarian, and Myles Grinstead provide a multitude of programs and years of experience. Over the years and through much generosity and love, it has evolved into the "living room" of our community.

On March 5, 2016 we are hosting our biggest annual fund-raiser. We will be celebrating the impending spring season with a Great Gatsby themed Spring Fling soiree. This party includes scrumptious foods provided by Chef Mark Tapper

from Camp Merrowvista, as well as wines and coffee. The highlight of the evening is our Live and Silent Auctions. The one and only George Cleveland emcees. There will be DJ music from C&R Entertainment.

Tickets are $25 in advance and at the door. The event is being held at Runnells Hall

from 6:00-9:00PM. If you are interested in celebrating with us, please check out our website or Facebook page, or simply pop into the library to purchase your ticket. If you are interested in donating something wonderful for our auction, please contact Kate Stanley at chair@chocorualibrary.org.

We look forward to this event every year as it is a chance to not only celebrate spring but also an opportunity to shake off the winter doldrums with friends and neighbors and support our lovely little library.

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The Moose, presented by Alan Stearne, is the 8pm program at AMC Pinkham Notch Visitors Center. For more information call 466-2727. Thursday, February 18

Tin Mountain Conservation Center Winter Camp offers daily programs for children. Today’s offering Winter Art, for Grades 1-4. Explore the world of winter through art! We will spend time both inside and out creating natural masterpieces. Bring a lunch and dress in warm clothing that you don't mind getting a little messy. We'll provide cocoa and snowshoes! Call 447-6991 to register for the 9am-3pm program.

Conway Public Library host a Book Discussion with Starting Point. "Lived Through This" by, Anne K. Ream: Listening to Stories of Sexual Violence Survivors" is the book selection for this discussion in partnership with Starting Point, our local crisis center which provides services for victims of violence. This is an informative topic for anyone, particularly educators, caregivers, social workers victims, and friends or loved ones of victims. The group will take place at 6pm in the Ham Community Room of the Conway Public Library. Copies of "Lived Through This" are available through the Conway Public Library or Starting Point. For more information call 447-5552.

Applebee’s, at Settlers Green will donate 15% of your food order to Visiting Nurse Home Care & Hospice of Carroll County from 4–9pm. You must present the Applebee's flyer to your server when ordering. Download the flyer at www.VNHCH.org or stop by their office at 1529 White Mountain Highway, North Conway, to get a copy. Call 356-7006 for full details.

Children ages 3-6 and their families are invited to the Children's Room of the Conway Public Library at 6:30pm for soothing stories and songs. Pajamas and comfort items like blankies and stuffed animals are strongly encouraged. For more information, call 447-5552.

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is con-fronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy’s parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to

a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Winter Mountain Safety in the Presidential Range presented by USFS Snow Ranger Frank Carusarus is the 8pm program at AMC Pinkham Notch Visitors Center. For more information call 466-2727.

Friday, February 19

Tin Mountain Conservation Center Winter Camp offers daily programs for children. Today’s offering Winter Birds, for Grades 2-5. Birds from the smallest kinglet to the largest great-horned owl have unique adaptations for winter survival. After an introduction to winter bird identification, we will head out to explore the fields and forests of the Nature Learning Center in search of winter birds and their signs. Dress warm and bring a lunch. We'll provide cocoa, snowshoes, and binoculars for all. Call 447-6991 to register for the 9am-3pm program.

Forgotten Arts: Quilting Circle, 10am–12noon. Quilters of all skill levels are welcome to take part in our winter Quilting Circle. We provide a warm, comfortable space to work on your quilting projects and a chance to share your experience and learn from fellow quilting enthusiasts. Light refreshments served. This group meets each Friday through March 18 (closed on school snow days) at Remick Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. FREE. (Does not include access to the Museum.) For more information, call 323-7591.

MWV Children's Museum presents “Night at the Museum III, The Great American Science Fair”, from 3--6pm. Come and see the museum come to life after regular closing. Special guest "inventors", "scientists" and "creatures" allow you to experience the exhibits in a whole new way. For complete details, contact the Museum by phoning 356-2991.

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy’s parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be

reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Saturday, February 20

Tin Mountain Conservation Center’s annual Coastal Birds trek happens today, from 7am-4pm. Meet at Nature Learning Center for car pool. Grab those binoculars and scopes and head to the coast in search of ducks and shorebirds. Call 447-6991 for reservations.

Center Stage Theatre present The Snow Queen, a culmination of their week-long musical theatre workshop. The performance will be held at 1pm at the Leura Hill Eastman Performing Arts Center in Fryeburg. Tickets may be purchased at the door.

Conway Area Humane Society invites you to a benefit concert at Stone Mountain Arts Center by folk singer songwriter Cheryl Wheeler at 7pm. Their online fund-raiser Kennel Up will continue through February and anyone can set up their own page or donate on someone else’s. Just check the website for details or call Conway Area Humane Society at 447-5955.

The 14th annual Freezing for a Reason, to benefit Harvest Hills Animal Shelter jumps off at 2 pm at Highland Lake in Bridgton. Pre- registration is now required for this event. Pre registration events will be held at Harvest Hills Animal Shelter, in Fryeburg, Friday, February 12 from 5-6 pm and Sunday, February 14 from 1-3 pm. To find out more or to make a donation, call (207) 935-4358.

Join with a small group of other guests to prepare a 19th-century-style meal at Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. The 4-6pm Hearthside Dinner offers an evening that will highlight the history, art and technique of open-hearth cooking. Guests are led by costumed interpreters in preparing seasonal foods using historic and modern techniques and cookware. The evening concludes with guests gathering at the hearth table to enjoy the prepared meal. BYOBeer/Wine for meal portion of the evening. Menu is available online. Pre-registration closes February 12. Preference is given to those who have not participated in the past so that more may share in this unique experience. No walk-ins accepted; make reservations by calling 323-7591.

The Bartlett Congregational Church will once again be preparing the Fabulous February Feasts held every Saturday from 5-7pm. A buffet will be personally prepared that consists of Meat and Spinach Lasagna,

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a weekly special of Turkey, Ham or BBQ Chicken, a variety of Beans and Vegetables, Homemade Rolls and Brown Bread, plus dessert and coffee, tea, milk or water. This will be the 50th year these famous suppers have been held!

The Madison Church Supper will be held at the Madison Elementary School, beginning at 5:30pm. The menu features Roast Turkey with all the fixings. For more information, call 367-4705.

Intro to Winter Hiking presented by Northeast Mountaineering is the 8pm featured program at AMC Pinkham Notch Visitors Center. For more information 466-2727.

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy’s parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at www.ValleyPromotions.net.

The Grid, with featured speakers Mike & Lori Innes, is the AMC Highland Center’s 7:30pm program. Hiking 48 peaks, each in every single month of the year, sounds crazy right? Well these two are among a small group of “Gridiots” who have done it. Don’t miss the entertaining stories and photos of their adventures accomplishing this goal. Call 278-4453 for more details.

Intro to Winter Hiking, presented by Northeast Mountaineering, is the program at AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor center at 8pm. Full details are available by calling 466-2727.

Sunday, February 21

Please join the Friends of the Jackson Public Library as they host local resident Larry Garland and his program Peru and the Incas at 7pm at the Jackson Public Library. Larry will present a retrospective of his 2014 Peruvian tour of the Sacred Valley and 4-day trek of the Inca Trail to the "Lost City" of Machu Picchu. Listeners will explore the environment, culture, and achievements of the Incas through his presentation. The presentation is free and open to the public although a donation is welcome to offset speaker expenses. For

more information, contact the Jackson Public Library at 383-9731.

Monday, February 22

Center Stage Theatre musical theater workshop for children ages 7 – 14 runs February 22-26, from 9am-3pm daily. The Wizard of Oz. will be created at Cornerstone Christian Academy, in Ossipee and is open to homeschool children (as all NH public schools will be in session.) For inquiries or to sign up, email Mary at ising4pc@yahoo.com.

The Conway Public Library morning book group will meet at 10:15am to discuss "The Nightingale", by Kristin Hannah. Copies are available at the library and refreshments will be served.

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 the proceeds from all food sold (eat-in or take-out) will be donated to Assistance Canine Training Services (ACTS).

Join us at 7pm for the winter meeting of the Tin Mountain Conservation Center Bird Society. After our business meeting we will view the new NHPBS documentary “Plight of the Grasslands” which focuses on the decline of grassland birds such as bobolinks and kestrels. It looks at the decline and measures to protect these and other grassland species of birds. For details, call 447-6991.

Tuesday, February 23

Rhonda Rosand, CPA, QuickBooks Advanced Certified Pro Advisor, and owner of New Business Directions, LLC will be presenting a QuickBooks Boot Camp Course hosted by the Mt. Washington Valley Economic Council at the Tech Village at 9am. The Program will consist of a step by step demonstration where you will learn to create QuickBooks files from scratch, set up users and permissions, create Accounts and Items, create Classes, Customers, Jobs and Vendors. The class will also include a review of sample files and examples across a variety of industries. Rhonda will go over reports and customization, ending the class with a Q & A session. This is a great class for anyone looking to use or using QuickBooks! If you would like to attend pre-registration is required as seating is limited. Call 447-6622.

Brownfield Rec. Department’s Adult Playgroup! Come join us for a fun time! Play some cards, enjoy a refreshment, and make some new friends. From 10am-1pm at the Brownfield Community Center. Please bring your own lunch.

AARP Free Tax Preparation volunteers will be at the Fryeburg Public Library every Tuesday from 1-4pm to help file simple tax returns. Please call Sue Black at (207) 647-8271 during regular business hours to schedule an appointment.

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.

Tuesday is Flatbread Pizza Night! A portion of the proceeds from all flatbreads sold between 5-9pm this evening will be donated to Fryeburg Academy Project Graduation.

Documentary: "Debt of Honor: Disabled Veterans in American History" is an unrated film directed by Ric Burns that takes a look at the reality of warfare and disability. A viewing of this film will take place in the Ham Community Room of the Conway Public Library at 6pm. Refreshments will be served.

“Filming Side-by-Side with Danger: Adventures on Mount Everest and Beyond”. Join filmmaker and local legend Thom Pollard as he prepares for a return to Everest. The program will take place at Kennett High School, beginning at 6pm and features live music and silent auction. Proceeds from the evening benefit KHS Project Graduation 2016.

Wednesday, February 24

Lego™ Club: Children ages 5 and up are invited to the Conway Public Library from 4-5 pm to create with Legos. This club meets the last Wednesday of each month. For more information call 447-5552.

Robotics Conway Public Library is holding an eight week course on robotics using the VEX IQ platform. This program is recommended for kids in grades 4-6 and will take place in the Ham Community Room from 4:30-5:30 PM. This program is full.

KHS Project Graduation 2016 benefit at Yankee Smokehouse begins at 5pm. Eat pizza in or take out. Silent Raffle. We have some large raffle items including a car, so tickets will be available for those as well.

AMC’s 2016 International Dinner for this evening is “Kruger National Park Wildlife & Scenery of the Surrounding Area”, with Theo and Melanie Stibbons. It features the cuisine of South Africa. Join us every Wednesday night for our annual International Dinner and Adventure Series at AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center. Each week features a unique menu carefully

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planned and prepared by AMC Chefs. Dinners are four courses - from fresh baked breads to dessert. Beverages are included. Responsible BYOB is welcome. The after dinner program is a cultural and inspirational adventure presented by local and regional guides, explorers, and travelers! Dinner is at 6pm, the program follows dinner. All programs are free and open to the public. Reservations are recommended by calling 466-2727.

Thursday, February 25

It’s a special Flatbread Pizza Night! A portion of the proceeds from all flatbreads sold between 5-9pm this evening will be donated to Home Run Boosters.

Chess Club: Hans Hilderbrand, North Conway Chess Club Tournament Director, will lead a chess club for all ages and abilities from 6-7:30pm in the Ham Community Room of the Conway Public Library. Instruction will be provided. For more information, call 447-5552.

The North Conway Public Library is pleased to invite you to the second event of the 2016 Thursday Night Program Series. Theo and Melanie Stibbons will share slides and stories from their many hikes on the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path in southwest Wales at 7pm at the Weather Discovery Center on Main Street in North Conway Village. For the last 3 years, the Stibbons have spent a week each November walking different sections of this spectacular National Trail in all sorts of weather conditions. Along the trail they encountered a wide variety of scenery including isolated creeks, coves, sandy beaches and coastal valleys, also Medieval castles, Iron Age forts and burial sites. The presentation will show many of these aspects of the trail and give an appreciation of why it is considered by many to be the finest coastal walk in Europe. The program is free of charge, although donations to the Library are greatly appreciated. Homemade cookies will be served and coffee is generously provided by Frontside Grind. For more information about the program, call the North Conway Library at 356-2961.

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at: www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Events (cont.) Friday, February 26

Small Farmers Club: A Little House Birthday, 10am–12noon. A monthly, farm-fun hour for young children at Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, in Tam-worth Village. Each monthly session includes a hands-on activity inspired by Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House book series. Activities will include stories, crafts and games, and exploration of the farmstead. Parent/guardian must accompany child/children for duration of activity. Dress to spend time outdoors. Pre-registration required by Thursday, February 25; no walk-ins. Call 323-7591 to learn more.

M&D Playhouse presents “Equus”, by Peter Shaffer, as directed by Dennis O'Neill. Performances are scheduled February 11 through 27, Thursday through Saturday, at 7:30pm. Tickets may be reserved by calling the box office at 733-5275. Photos may be viewed online at: www.ValleyPromotions.net.

Saturday, February 27

The Hootenanny at Tin Mountain starts at 10am. The first ever, four mile snowshoe race at the Rockwell Sanctuary - This is the same site as the White Mountain Milers' Dirty Girl Trail Race. The course is yet to be determined, but one can expect the unexpected with this challenging, yet beautiful location. For details call 447-6991.

The 13th Annual Chilly Chili Cook-off is today from 11am-3pm. No matter how chilly it is outside, chili tastings will warm your insides as nearly 40 professional chefs go chili to chili for awards in a number of categories for best chili, best cornbread and best chili themed display at the Gibson Center and new Community Center. The Professional Chef’s Division will be held at the Gibson Center for Senior Services in North Conway. A panel of professional culinary evaluators (judges) will choose the best meat & best vegetarian chili winners. New this year will be a People’s Choice Trophy for best Professional Chili along with People’s Choice awards for best cornbread and best themed display/booth. At the same time, the People’s Choice chili cook-off will take place at the North Conway Community Center. Non–Professional Chili cook organizations will compete for the People’s Choice award for best chili, best cornbread and best themed display/booth. For tickets, contact the Mt Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce at 800-DO-SEE-NH (800-367-3364).

The sled dog races on Chocorua Lake were postponed to today. After the races, from 1-3:30pm, the Chocorua Lake Conservancy is celebrating Tamworth’s 250th birthday, by hosting an adventurous snowshoe and/or

cross country ski expedition into CLC lands. Meet at Watkins Way on Chocorua Lake Road at 1pm. Enjoy tracking paw prints in the snow, the beauty, the quiet and refreshments at the end of the adventure. Weather sensitive, so RSVP and if in doubt regarding weather, contact Harriet Hofheinz at hhofheinz@gmail.com.

Plants of Field & Forest: Medicinal Foodways Workshop, 1–3:30pm, led by Museum Educator/Herbalist, Carol Felice. Learn how food can be your medicine at Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm in Tamworth Village. Ever made Creamed Nettle Soup? How about Primrose Pancakes or Candied Ginger? Learn to create healthy, nourishing food using Remick-grown medicinal herbs. Sample foods during class; take home a recipe booklet to encourage home experimentation. Registration closes Friday, February 19/when full. Snow date: Sunday, February 28. Call 323-7591.

Mount Washington Valley Curling Club Charity Curl-Off, from 2-4:30pm at Ham Ice Area, in Conway,. The Curling Club believes this event has the potential to raise significant funds for a number of different Mount Washington Valley charities, while also raising awareness of the sport of curling in our community. For further infor-mation call 356-2010.

The 18th Annual Meeting of the Green Mountain Conservation Group will be held at Hobbs Tavern and Brewing Company. (Snow date February 28) Join us at 4:30pm for cash bar and to learn more about GMCGA brief business meeting and community awards will be followed by the presentation from 6:30-7:30pm by wildlife biologist and coyote specialist Chris Schadler. To reserve tickets, please call GMCG at 539-1859.

The Bartlett Congregational Church will be preparing their final Fabulous February Feast of 2016 from 5-7pm. A buffet will be personally prepared that consists of Meat and Spinach Lasagna, a weekly special of Turkey, Ham or BBQ Chicken, a variety of Beans and Vegetables, Homemade Rolls and Brown Bread, plus dessert and coffee, tea, milk or water. This is the 50th year these famous suppers have been held!

G.A.L.A.'s 2016 Community Contra Dance series will be taking place at the newly renovated Wolfeboro Town Hall in this upstairs Great Hall! What does contra dancing have to do with G.A.L.A.’s commitment to sustainability? Well, aside from strengthening community relations, warding off cabin fever, and keeping the blood moving to stay healthy, G.A.L.A. is known to claim contra dancing as, “the most sustainable way to stay warm on a cold winters night”! For all the details, call 539-6460.

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.

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 Nor th Conway.

Valerie Cole from SeniorsPlus is at the Fryeburg Public Library from 1-4pm to answer any questions concerning Senior Independent Living and Healthy Aging. Call for more information, 207-935-2731.

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.

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

Monday Night Women’s League at the Ham Ice Arena. Whether a beginner or veteran player, the Women’s league is a great place to play! Email Lisa at skitime1990@gmail.com for more information.

MWV Choral Society rehearsals from 7-9pm at Center Conway United Methodist Church. No auditions necessary, Call (433) 254-3138 to learn more.

Tuesdays

Every Tuesday at 8am the White Mountain Waldorf School opens up it's classrooms, from nursery through middle school, so you can experience first hand how a waldorf school educates the whole child: academically, emotionally, socially and spiritually! Call today to see why Waldorf Children love to learn, 447-3168.

Storyhour at the Brownfield Library for preschoolers is Tuesdays from 10:30-11:30am. Call the Brownfield Library at (207) 935-3003 for additional details.

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.

Madison Library’s Local History Project work sessions are held on Tuesdays from 1-2:30pm. Volunteers are welcome!

RSVP’s Bone Builders meets on Tuesday’s from 2-3pm at the Conway Village Congregational Church in Conway. For more information on this program call CCRSVP at

356-9331.

Mt. Washington Valley Skating offers skating learn to skate, figure skating and skate for hockey lessons for skaters of all ages and abilities on Tuesdays from 5-6pm. For more information, call Melody at 662-5672.

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

Wednesdays

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, stories and rhymes will follow a theme. Siblings are always welcome.

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.

Wednesday Nights Men’s Open pick up. Are you a tier one player? The Ham Arena is the place for you on Wednesday nights. Top level hockey action in this select pick up game brings out the best of the best in the region. Have what it takes? Contact us at 447-5888 for sign ups.

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.

Thursdays

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

Each Thursday, volunteers meet at 42 North Road in Conway to work on the current MWV Habitat for Humanity home. They provide

on site construction management to coordinate the work effort. Hours are from 8am-3pm. If you would like to volunteer, please fill out the Volunteer Form on our web site: www.mwv-habitat.org and bring it with you.

Morning Garden at the White Mountain Waldorf School in Albany is a family program intended to nurture young children and their caregivers, while offering community and joyful togetherness. for Infant - 1 year olds, 8:30-10:30am; For ages 3 months to age 4, 8:30-10:30am. Call 447-3168 to register.

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!

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 Nor th Conway.

Thursdays visit the MWV Children's Museum for a Guided Craft Session with staff from 11am-11:30am. This Program is included with any membership or daily admission. Call 356-2992 for additional details.

Every Thursday from 1-3pm Marketplace Healthcare Navigator, Lorie Taliento of the White Mountain Community Health Center will be at the Conway Library to help clients learn about exemptions, special enrollment periods, the New Hampshire Health Protection Program and more. Call the Conway Public Library at 447-5552 for more information.

RSVP’s Bone Builders meets on Thursday’s from 2-3pm and at the Conway Village Congregational Church in Conway. For more information on this program call CCRSVP at 356-9331.

Mt. Washington Valley Skating offers skating learn to skate, figure skating and skate for hockey lessons for skaters of all ages and abilities on Thursdays from 4-5pm. For more information, call Melody at 662-5672.

Madison Library Story Times are held each Friday at 10:00am.

Fridays

Morning Garden at the White Mountain Waldorf School in Albany is a family program intended to nurture young children and their caregivers, while offering community and joyful togetherness. for Infant - 1 year olds, 8:30-10:30am; For ages 3 months to age 4, 8:30-10:30am. Call 447-3168 to register.

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

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

Forgotten Arts: Quilting Circle, Fridays from 10am–12noon. Light refreshments are served. This group meets each Friday through March 18 (closed on school snow days) 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.

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.

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

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.

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