ISSUE NO. 337 / January 25, 2023

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

The past week or so, after a January with relatively few snow flakes, the weather gods made us acutely aware that it is Winter in NH! As the snow kept falling, and we kept digging out, plans were cancelled and schools closed. But what a treat when the snow clouds cleared... the view from a high peak on Mt. Sunapee was spectacular!

Let’s warm up with some toe tapping music from "Kat & Brad" at the Sunapee Coffeehouse on Friday, January 27th.

Drawing from 50s and 60s pop, American Songbook standards, and much more, this vibrant duo channels and fuses these influences through two voices, a guitar, and violin to bring you a mixture of original songs and dusted off covers from the past. The two consist of Brad Bensko on Vocals and Guitar, and Kathleen Parks (of Twisted Pine) on Vocals, and Five-Stringed Fiddle.

sunapeecoffeehouse.org

“Recycled Percussion” has evolved from a Goffstown NH High School Talent Show in 1995 to an acclaimed "America’s Got Talent” competition and now a permanent show on the Vegas Strip! They will be performing at the Lebanon Opera House this weekend. 

Tickets & info: Lebanon Opera House

Justin Spencer formed Recycled Percussion in 1995 for a high school talent show. Spencer, looking to be more creative than using traditional instruments, took the idea of playing buckets, which was introduced to him in the subways of New York City. Spencer then added more and more instruments to the show and expanded on the New York style of street percussion. Spencer specialized in using recycled materials to build instruments.

The band started to take off in 1999 when they were featured on the cover of USA Today. Recycled Percussion began touring the country in 2001. The group continued to tour for 10 years until they made their debut on season 4 of the television show America's Got Talent. The group auditioned with over hundred acts and became the then-highest placed non-singing act to ever compete in the series' history, finishing third. They lost this distinction when Olate Dogs won season seven in 2012.

A change of pace to the classical, with the “Dublin Guitar Quartet”. 

>>Get Tickets

Dublin Guitar Quartet

Tue, Jan 31 at 7:30 pm

Church of Christ at Dartmouth

The first guitar quartet entirely devoted to new classical music will offer up arrangements by composers such as Philip Glass, Bryce Dessner and more.

A conversation with the artists follows.

Great to see a full house at the historical Livery in Sunapee Harbor, last Saturday night.  

“Sold Out” for their first winter concert featuring “Peabody’s Coal Train” on stage, preceded by a delicious catered dinner. A goodtime was truly had by all!

Coming up next on February 18th, it’s a “Dance Party” with renown DJ, Marie Allen.  

Watch this space next week for details and ticket information.  

The Abbott Library in Sunapee has a myriad of remedies for the snowbound blues. 

Snow Days

While a snow day is nice every once in a while, we understand that it can present some challenges!

Check out our "How Can I?" section on our website to get some tips on using our online catalog to place holds or renew your books while the library is closed.

https://www.abbottlibrary.org/about/

If you'd prefer to learn how to navigate our online catalog in person, stop by our Tech Help desk and Brittany can get you started!

Abbotter: Be Enlightened-Read!

“Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America”

Join us for a conversation with award-winning author Leila Philip about her newest book, Beaverland: How One Weird Rodent Made America, which Kirkus Reviews describes as “a spirited, informative historical and environmental investigation.” Leila wrote Beaverland because, in her words, “Beavers demonstrate the incredible powers of resilience and healing available . . . to help us meet the urgent challenges of climate change. Beavers can teach us. We can learn.” Don’t miss this special opportunity to learn about beavers and this captivating new book!

5:30 to 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Closed captioning will be available. To get the login details, please register here. For more information, contact Susie Spikol.

This event will be recorded. To ensure access to the recording, please register for this event, even if you cannot attend live.

Lake Sunapee Protective Association

January 19 thru February 5th

The Niceties at Shaker Bridge Theatre

In this “barnburner of a play” (The Washington Post), two extraordinary women square off in a high-stakes academic debate over race, reputation, and who gets the final word on how American history is written. When university professor Janine and her brilliant student Zoe don’t see eye to eye, their routine office hours discussion unexpectedly careens off course – and threatens to derail their careers, lives, and the status quo. Learn More

January 25th thru February 12th

ACCESSIBLE TICKET OPPORTUNITIES: 

*NEW* PAY WHAT YOU CAN PREVIEWS:

Wednesday, January 25th, at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, January 26th, at 7:30 p.m.

 'Bov Water at Northern Stage

How do you define yourself if you don’t know your family’s history? In this stirring new choreopoem by Celeste Jennings (Citrus), four generations of Black women breathe and bathe in a past that’s both intentionally and accidentally forgotten. Challenging and discovering their own narratives, these strong and inquisitive souls span time and space on a journey that is touching, vital, and intensely human. Learn More

For a joyful pastime on a snowy evening…. Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes” performance from London is available to stream free until January 31st.  >>Anything Goes

In the Galleries:  AVA Gallery “Unconditional… an exhibit about dogs and other beloved pets.”

February 1st: Fells NH Humanities program re “National Freedom Day” program 

Deborah Goss, “Abby Hutchinson’s Sweet Freedom Songs”

Wednesday, February 1, 7:00pm (VIRTUAL)

Popular songs are a wonderful window for looking into social movements of America's past, as shown by singer/actress Deborah Anne Goss in her program Abby Hutchinson’s Sweet Freedom Songs. Deborah performs as New Hampshire-born abolitionist, suffragist, and singer Abby Hutchinson, who became famous singing anti-slavery songs with her brothers as ‘The Hutchinson Family Singers’ during the 1840's. There is a direct connection between the abolition movement and the campaign for woman suffrage, as the stories and songs in this lively program illustrate. There will be opportunities for audience participation, and words for some of the song choruses will be provided. This program is free and open to the public.

Please register for this virtual program by calling our office at 603-763-4789 x3 or by email info@thefells.org. 

Deborah Anne Goss appears as Abby Hutchinson Patton, recalling mid-19th-century U.S. and New Hampshire history and performing rousing anthems, heartfelt ballads, and humorous ditties sung during anti-slavery and early women's rights struggles. In the 1840s and 1850s the Hutchinson Family Singers strongly influenced the opinions of the era with their popular songs promoting healthy living and social justice-most prominently the abolition of slavery. Participants are encouraged to join in the singing on several choruses or read a poem or political diatribe of the time. 

This program is made possible through the support of the New Hampshire Humanities. 

February 2nd - Fells First Thursday Hike

Thursday, February 2, 11AM

Join Nick Scheu, Nursery Manager, and Simon Parsons, Education Director, at The Fells for a one-hour hike on The Fells property. These informal, moderate walks will be an opportunity to get a little exercise, spend time out in the landscape, and perhaps discover something new about the property once owned by the John Hay family. Winter conditions may require snowshoes or cleats for ice. Members: free, non-members: included with regular admission fee. No reservations necessary. Meets at The Fells Kiosk.

Then on February 3rd… don’t miss Center for the Arts NH’s “First Friday” stroll in New London. 

Opening Receptions at all five galleries! 

Look For the Balloons

New London Inn featuring Kim Schusler, artist talk at 5:15;

Bar Harbor Bank and Trust featuring CFA Art Cafe and CFA Photo Cafe,

artists talk at 5:30 and 6:30;

New London Barn Playhouse Fleming Center Gallery featuring Peter Anderson;

Tatewell Gallery featuring Grace Scarlet and Joanne Ferguson; and Candita Clayton Gallery.

Plus view Susan D’Appolino’s artwork at Blue Loon Bakery during open hours. Meet the artist Sunday, February 5 from 12-1 with artist talk at 12:30.

centerfortheartsnh.org/first-fridays

Films at The HOP

Sat, Feb 4 at 7 pm · Loew Auditorium

Hop Film Event

Bad Axe

A warm, uplifting portrait of a closeknit Asian Mexican American family in rural Michigan keeping their restaurant alive during the pandemic.

Discussion follows with director David Siev. Programmed in conjunction with Dartmouth College's Martin Luther King, Jr celebration. >>Get Tickets

In the photo from left to right

Luna Landers, New London, sophomore at KRHS: August Bates, Warner, freshman at krhs: Jenn Caron, Sunapee, junior at Sunapee HS; Author and judge Megan Baxter; Annaliese Rowell, Sunapee, junior at Sunapee HS; Emma Geraghty, Sutton freshman at KRHS; Josefina Eliessetch, Sutton, freshman at KRHS; Ellie Labrie-Lavalley, Andover, freshman at Proctor Academy.

Congratulations to the winners of the “Teen Writers Contest” sponsored by Center for the Arts NH.

The Center for the Arts is pleased to announce the winners of the 3rd Annual Teen Writers Project Competition. This competition was open to local students between the ages of 12-18 in the categories of non-fiction, fiction and poetry. 

The winners in the fiction category are:

1. Annaliese Rowell, Sunapee, junior at Sunapee HS – Restart (with thanks to Thomas Coverdale)
2. osefina Eliessetch, Sutton, freshman at KRHS – Made of Memories (with thanks to Jeff Maguire)
3. Luna Landers, New London, sophomore at KRHS – The Jake Partridge Effect

The winner in the non-fiction category is:

1. Jenna Caron, Sunapee, junior at Sunapee HS – Checks and Balances (with thanks to Thomas Coverdale)

The winners in poetry are:

1. August Bates, Warner, freshman at KRHS – Small Towns (with thanks to Jeff Maguire)
2. Emma Geraghty, Sutton, freshman at KRHS – Beautiful(?) (with thanks to Mrs. Cicoria)
3. Elle Labrie-Lavalley, Andover, freshman at Proctor Academy – Flowers on a Sunny August Day

>>Full Article 

This could be a good time to visit Lincoln NH’s amazing Ice Castles.

Do you ever just stop and marvel at how lucky we are to live in New Hampshire? Winter might bring with it some challenges, but it’s also one of the most beautiful times of the year here. Make the most of every magical moment of this chilly season with a visit to these ice castles. Start planning your visit now! >>Read More

SUNAPEE NEEDS YOU! 50% of trivia respondents chose '14' which is the correct number of available town office positions. Candidate for Office forms are now available at the Sunapee Town Office. You can apply until February 3rd at 5 pm. If you do apply on the last day, you must do so in person before 5 pm. VIEW THE OPEN POSITIONS HERE

According to the Chinese Lunar Calendar, 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit… focusing on relaxation, quietness and contemplation… quite different from 2022,  Year of the Tiger that still had ramifications of several covid years. People born this year will have soft and tender personality traits. Embrace peace, prosperity and hope for the year ahead.