Looking Ahead

Looking Ahead Week of May 24th

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May

24

ASK THE VNA

Do you or someone you know have concerns or issues with falling, home safety, chronic medical issues,personal care or other health issues? The Lake Escapee Region VNA & Hospice invites community members to a free information session with staff members. Learn about the services LSRVNA provides. Please call COA at 526-6368 to register.

 

25

SUNAPEE COFFEE HOUSE

 

Presents Jimmy Sferes and Jennifer White who have discovered an uncommon synergy, blending clear and imaginative guitar playing. The Sunapee Community Coffeehouse is located downstairs at the Sunapee Methodist Church, 9 Lower Main St. in Sunapee, www.sunapeecoffeehouse.org

 

25 and 26

PLANT SALE AT THE LIVERY

Pre-loved vintage and antique garden ornaments, unusual and hard-to-find perennials carefully curated annuals and herbs and more, Friday, 2-6 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., The Livery, 58 Main St., Sunapee.

 

25-27

LOOKING OVER THE PRESIDENT’S SHOULDER

SKIT presents the one-man show by James Still staring Michael T. Brown II and co-directed by Nancy Stone and Peggy Rae Johnson May 25th and 26th at 7 p.m. and 27th at 2:30 p.m. at Whipple Hall in New London. Tickets for the performance can be purchased at the door, Morgan Hill Bookstore or Tatewell Gallery in New London, tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for seniors and $12 for students.

 

 

27

FREE COMMUNITY DINNER

Church of the Epiphany,stone church on the Newport Common, 4-6 p.m. free community dinner, barbecue ribs, baked beans and Cole slaw, the Sunshine Diner is a community diner on the last Sunday of every month, everyone, without exception is welcome, food is provided by local farms, the Newport Food Pantry and community volunteers, donations gratefully accepted.

 

28

WCA BLACK FLY BLITZ

Born to run (or walk), enter by May 1 for a free T-shirt, preregistration ends May 25, the region’s favorite 5k starts at the Wilma Town Green and loops through scenic Wilma, day-of registration and check-in, 7:30 a.m. race starts at 9 a.m. more info at www.WilmotWCA.org

 

June

4

GOLF TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISDER

Crown Point Country Club, Springfield, Vt., 9:30 a.m. shotgun start, best ball/scramble, $85 individual, $325 foursome, to benefit Claremont Christian Academy, 18 holes, golf cart and welcome gift, hamburger lunch, prizes include $5,000 hole-in-one, putting contest and raffle prize, information at 542-8759.

6

AUSBON SARGENT WORKSHOP

Here is an opportunity to get outside and see some beautiful Ausbon Sargent properties in our 12 town region, while volunteering at the same time. Come learn how to be a monitor at this annual workshop from 2-6 p.m.. All materials provided. Please wear appropriate clothing for walking in the woods and in tall grass. This workshop will begin at the Ausbon Sargent office located at 71 Pleasant St. in New London and will continue on one of our nearby properties. Registration required by emailing [email protected] or calling 526-6555.  Free.

 7

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION PARTY

As a thank-you to our 200-plus volunteers for the many hours they give to help Ausbon Sargent, we are hosting our annual Volunteer Recognition Party at the Knowlton House in Sunapee Harbor. Current volunteers, mark your calendars and be on the lookout for your invitation in the mail, party will run from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Please RSVP by Monday, June 4th by emailing [email protected] or calling 526-6555.

8

SUNAPEE CELEBRATES SUMMER

Special Harbor Opening Night, shops, restaurants, the Historical Museum and the Livery will be open with special offerings for your pleasure, www.projectsunapee

16

CLASSIC CELLO

Springfield resident Donna Denniston and fellow members of the Lakes Region Symphony Orchestra perform some of your favorite music including Pachelbel Kanon and the beautiful Popper Requiem, Opus 66 for 3 cellos and piano. Experience an evening devoted to the beautiful sound of cellos, tickets at $15 per person available at the door or can be purchased at the Springfield, N.H., Town Office, 2750 Main St.,doors open at 6:30 p.m., performance begins at 7 p.m. in the historical Town Meeting House, 23 Four Corners Road in Springfield, for further information visit [email protected] or contact the Town Office at 763-4805.

23

ANTIQUE MOTOR VEHICLE SHOW

Hosted by the Sunapee Lions Club, Mount Sunapee Resort, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., rain date, June 24, up to 300 cars and motorcycles are expected including a Rat Rod class and a 50th anniversary class. Free aerial sky ride with paid admission, $5 admission, 12 and under free, food will be available, contact Mike Nangeroni,[email protected] Tom Mickle,[email protected] 763-8965. www/sunapeelions.com

 

SAVE A STRAY

Sullivan County Humane Society 5k Run and Walk, post race barbecue, raffle prizes, age group prizes and prize for overall male and female winners, Corbin Covered Bridge, Newport, 8:30 a.m., last-minute registration, 8:30 a.m., run starts at 10 a.m., $20 pre-registration, $25 same day, kids 12 and under free, free T-shirt for first 100 runners. To register to run, walk or support a participant through pledging visit our website at sullivancountyhumanesociety.org

 

July

7

ST. ANDREW’S SUMMER FAIR

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., activities include tables with bake goods and tasty treats, crafts, Vermont cheese and books. There is also a White Elephant Tent, a barbeque and strawberry shortcake. In addition there is a Dog Celebration Event and a Live Auction!

 

14

FRENZY IN THE FOREST

Trail Run, Webb Forest, Sunapee, 9 a.m., seventh annual running of the Frenzy in the Forest is a fun 5’ish mile trail run through Webb Forest to benefit the Sunapee High School Athletic Leadership Council. Enjoy scenic mountain vistas, single tracks, downhills and varied terrain in the beautiful Webb Forest, kids up to 16 are free, please visit www.wnhtrs.com for more info and registration.

 

PANCAKE BREAKFAST AND BOOK SALE

Pancake Breakfast, 7-11 a.m. at the Safety Services Building, Book Sale, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Sherburne Gym, both events benefit the Abbott Library.

 

TEDDY BEAR PICNIC

Sunapee Harbor, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., if you go down to Sunapee Harbor today, you’re in for a big Surprise. Bring your teddy, a blanket and picnic, entertainment, prizes and the Traditional Teddy Parade, everyone welcome, free, sponsored by Project Sunapee and Sunapee Recreation, www.projectsunapee.org

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