Once the first crocus makes its way above ground, we’re in full fledged spring mode. Invite in hope, peace and renewal... sweet symbols of the season.

Saturday, March 26th at 2 pm

in front of Sunapee High School on North Road.

We'll take a photo holding the Ukrainian flag and then share that image with friends in Kiev and School 86 where our exchange students came from in the early 1990s. Dressing in blue or yellow will accent the message!

This gathering will give us a chance to share what we know, exchange contact information, and send a heartfelt message from our community. We also hope to exchange information about ways we can all support Ukraine in the coming months.

If you have questions, please email SunapeePEACE@gmail.com

Please spread the word... all are welcome!

The forward-thinking violinist kicks off the festival with a dazzling performance. Recognized for intense, commanding performances, Jennifer Koh is dedicated to expanding the contemporary violin repertoire, while promoting equity and inclusivity in classical music.

Scott Yoo honors Vivaldi by playing an excerpt from “The Four Seasons” on a $15 million Stradivari violin. From Vivaldi: Something Completely Different.

The inimitable double bassist teams up with the leading string ensemble for a mix of classical and bluegrass flavors.

Meyer pairs his wistful, intricate originality with the Glasgow-based group's astounding technique and flair for crossing genres, styles and periods to make new connections. Together they explore the roots of bluegrass in the music of the British Isles and produce melodies of exquisite harmony. At the Hop, they perform favorites from Bach and Holst from a different perspective. The program also includes pieces newly composed by Meyer himself, who as a composer has carved out a remarkable and unique niche in the musical world.

Imagination and learning take flight in the beloved sing-along series Sing with Carnegie Hall, designed for families and caretakers with children ages 3–6. Hosted by singer-songwriter Emily Eagen and featuring guest artists from around the world, each mini-episode inspires kids to move and sing to classic playtime songs, and discover new music from cultures around the globe.

Joel Cage is an award winning veteran singer/songwriter from Boston. Once a member of the internationally acclaimed rock & roll group Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes, Joel has been performing regionally and nationally as a soloist for the past 2 decades. He has performed at some of the most prestigious folk & acoustic venues & festivals in the country, including the Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas where he was awarded top prize in the Kerrville New Folk Competition.

A virtuoso guitarist and an impassioned vocalist, Joel Cage's music is both evocative and raucous. He spans the gamut from sounding like a full rock band to 'hear your own heartbeat' intimacy.

Joel Cage is also a master interpreter of other people's music, spanning a wide field of musical genres, garnering him the oft used moniker "Acoustic Rock Song Stylist."

Not to be missed ! “Selections 2022” is a timely and powerful Exhibit. One of the artists, Alan Shulman’s work reflects the small town in Ukraine where his family originated. "It is thought provoking, beautiful, sad and compelling”. Works form the other included artists vary from enhanced florals, to ink drawings and architectural paper cuts that are stunning. This is not the typical New England art show, but very well worth seeing before the exhibit leaves on March 30th. Hours are: Tuesday-Friday 11-4 and Saturday 10-2.

Watch this space next week as the Barn Playhouse and Northern Stage announce their summer seasons.

Our local libraries are an amazing resource for all ages in interests. Story time for kids, art exhibits, clubs, access to FreeGal, Book & Movie discussion groups to MahJongg games... borrow ‘things’ and oh yes, of course: BOOKS!

Before long, ice will be out on our lakes and the loons will return from their wintering homes.

On February 3rd, Daniel and Virginia Poleschook shared stories about many of the banded loons that they have monitored during their 27 years studying loons in Washington. Their presentation covered family histories, stories of migration, and other fascinating facts and details about these loons. For those who were unable to attend live, the presentation was recorded and can be accessed below.

MARCH IS MAPLE SUGARING MONTH in New Hampshire... a great time to visit your local Sugar House and indulge in sweet, syrupy delights. Peter Bloch’s video of traditional sugaring, shared several years ago, is well worth an encore viewing.

This is a movie I made a few years ago, about the maple sugaring operation at Twin Lake Villa in New London. The rest of these notes are from when I first shared the video:

Twin Lake Village is an amazing old-fashioned hotel in New London, NH that has been owned and operated by the Kidder family for 120 years. They produce all their own maple syrup for the restaurant, using a process that has changed very little over the decades. The emphasis of the hotel and the sugaring operation is on maintaining traditions that are enchanting to watch, and incredibly hard physical work to accomplish. The result is a miracle: sweet natural maple syrup from the clear sap of the trees.

A magic moment in the “March Madness" of the collegiate basketball tournament.

... and, “cheers” to all from Project Sunapee. The days are getting longer and the very first morning bird calls are happening. Reassuring to know that even if the skies hold more snow clouds, the chances of another true blizzard are slight.

PS: Local nonprofit events may be posted on the Project Sunapee Happenings Calendar at: Submission Form

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They can sign up HERE