ISSUE NO. 376 / November 8, 2023

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Golden autumn pathway. 

“Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Ellis Paul at the Flying Goose. 

Ellis Paul doesn’t just write songs; he’s a guitar-carrying reporter who covers the human condition and details the hopes, loves, losses of those he observes, turning their stories into luminous pieces of music that get under your skin and into your bloodstream. And much like the artists who have influenced him, everyone from Joni Mitchell, Bob Dylan and Paul Simon to the singer-songwriter who is undoubtedly his greatest inspiration, Woody Guthrie, Paul weaves deeply personal experiences with social issues and renders them as provocative works that are as timely as they are timeless. 

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Friday Nov. 10th Sunapee Coffeehouse: Bernice Lewis and Open Mic Nite.

With almost four decades of performing festivals, concert halls, coffeehouses, colleges, and house concerts, along with a half dozen acclaimed CDs, Bernice Lewis has built a solid national fan base. She is also a published poet, a producer, and an educator extraordinaire. Lewis — who studied vocal improvisation with Bobby McFerrin, guitar technique with Alex DeGrassi and Guy van Duser, and songwriting with Rosanne Cash and Cris Williamson — has been a featured performer on NPR’s Mountain Stage program, as well as at the Kennedy Center. She has a forty-year old daily yoga practice, loves good coffee, and her religion is the Grand Canyon.

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November 16th at 7:30pm

Pousette Dart at The Flying Goose

The Pousette-Dart Band, led by Jon Pousette-Dart carved a place in the landscape of American music in the 1970’s. They were a mainstay of album radio, a favorite on the college circuit, and became one of the busiest touring groups in the US working with such acts as The Byrds, Bonnie Raitt, Little Feat, The Eagles, James Taylor, The J. Geils Band, Eddie Money, Manfred Mann, Jonathan Edwards, Mahavishnu Orchestra, Emmylou Harris, Gary Wright, Robert Palmer, Randy Newman, Journey, Billy Joel, NRBQ, and many more including the now famous Frampton Comes Alive tour, and the progressive Yes Fragile tour – playing arenas from Coast to Coast. Learn More

Coming soon: Pie & Craft Sale at Methodist Church

November 18, 2023

9:00 –1:00 

Pies and Baked Goods, Cookie Walk, Crafts, Jewelry

Puzzles and Games and books, and Christmas Items and treasures.

NOTE: Chief Cobb reminds residents that Winter Parking Restrictions are now being enforced.

To view the winter parking ordinance directly, please visit the following link: Parking Ordinance

Midge and Tim Eliassen of Sunapee Named 2023 Conservationists of the Year

Forest Society honors protectors of Lake Sunapee and Mount Kearsarge

The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests presented its Conservationist of the Year Award at its 122nd Annual Meeting held on September 23, 2023. This prestigious award honors people whose work to promote and achieve conservation is exemplary; people whose actions have made a difference not just in their own backyards, but also have advanced the protection and stewardship of land statewide. This year, Midge and Tim Eliassen of Sunapee were honored as the Conservationists of the Year in recognition of their longtime activism, leadership and support of lake issues, forest conservation, recreation trails, and land conservation in the Lake Sunapee and Mount Kearsarge region. To read more click here.

Nature Exploration Story Time

10:00 AM

November 14th~ Bears

November 21st ~ Turkeys

November 28th ~ Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter!

Come join LSPA environmental educators for nature themed activities on Tuesday mornings in November at LSPA’s Center for Lake Studies starting on the 7th. 

Each Tuesday will offer a different theme and include a story, activities, a craft, and exploration. These programs are designed for young children and their caregivers. They are free and open to all! We look forward to welcoming you in the Discovery Room, a room full of fun ways to investigate the out of doors. On November 7th we will explore the unique attributes of the loon and investigate what they are doing this time of year! We look forward to seeing you!

Nature Exploration Story Hour Schedule

Big Bear Bash for Kids of All Ages

FREE!

Whipple Hall on Saturday, Nov. 11, 9-11 AM

Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffy along for bear-themed fun. Read aloud stories, bear facts/trivia, crafts/activities, and beary tasty snacks. 

Find more details on the Rec. Dept. website:

https://newlondon.nh.gov/recreation

Charlie Brown Thanksgiving movie at the Abbott Library.

November 4th thru 12th

Christmas at The Fells

Tour The Fells Main House and get inspired! Professional interior designers, floral artists, decorators and talented volunteers have sprinkled their magic throughout to create this one-of-a-kind showhouse. Tickets are: $20 in advance through November 1, $25 at the door, $8 for children at all times. Dining Room Café open weekends. Our Holiday Gift Boutique features the finest regional artisans. November 4-12 10:00am-3:00pm weekends and 1:00-3:00pm weekdays.

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2023 HOLIDAY PARTY

The Lake Sunapee Wine Society Steering Group invites you to our annual holiday dinner.

LOCATION: The Inn at Pleasant Lake, 853 Pleasant Street, New London, NH

DATE: December 10, 2023

TIME: Doors open at 6:00 pm

COST: $100 per person

The 4-course dinner will include two choices of passed hors d’oeuvres, plated salad, selected entrée, and dessert. Coffee and tea will be available upon request. The all-inclusive price of $100 per person includes wine, food, taxes, and service.

Registration and payment are required by Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

For more details and to register CLICK HERE

Questions? Please contact sunapeewine2020@gmail.com

To learn more, visit our website at https://lakesunapeewinesociety.com

November 4th thru December 23rd

Gallery of Gifts at the Library Arts Center

Get a jump on your holiday shopping and check out the Gallery of Gifts - Homemade Holiday Market at the Library Arts Center in Newport from November 4th thru December 23rd. Opening reception at the Library Arts Center on Friday, November 3rd from 5pm to 7pm. Learn More

Did you know… you can visit The Met digitally?

November 30th thru December 17th

It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Shaker Bridge Theatre

This beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that brings a few dozen characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. Learn More

“As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” 

- John F. Kennedy

The first celebration using the term Veterans Day occurred in Birmingham, Alabama, in 1947. Raymond Weeks, a World War II veteran, organized "National Veterans Day," which included a parade and other festivities, to honor all veterans. The event was held on November 11, then designated Armistice Day. Read More

On Friday, Nov. 10, the US Post Office, Town Offices, & Banks will be closed, also some Libraries.

NH legislators are considering a bill to officially declare the correct pronunciation of our state Capitol. It’s “KON-kerd” not “Kon-KORD”.   Presidential candidates would be well served to pay attention to such things prior to asking for our votes.

Enjoy these crispy Autumn days, before the snow flies. Cheers!