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November
8
FLYING FOR UNCLE SAM
Aviators in the Great War: 7 p.m., Byron Champlin, Concord Historian, will discuss New Hampshire pilots in WWI. In this power point talk, Champlin will show what New Hampshire pilots went through and what effect they had as he focuses on four pilots – Arthur Coyle, John Winant, Tommy Hitchcock Jr, and Sidney Beauclerk. The event is free at the Fiske Free Library, 108 Broad St., Claremont..
KEARSARGE CLIMATE ACTION
Meets the second Thursday of every month at Tracy Memorial Library, 304 Main St., New London, 6:30 p.m., all are welcome, further information at [email protected] or 526-6678.
9, 10, 11
THE ADDAMS FAMILY
Kearsarge Regional High School presents The Addams Family, a new musical comedy, 7 p.m. Nov. 11 matinee, 2 p.m. tickets, $7 in advance, $10 at the door, for more info, contact [email protected]
10
SiP-a-SOUP
150th celebration, Springfield, N.H., 1769-2019, homemade soups and chowders, salad and Blue Loon Bakery bread, sip-in or take home, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Springfield Meeting House, 23 Four Corners Road.
REUNION
New England Ski Jumping & Nordic Combined 2nd Annual Ski Jumping Reunion for jumpers, friends and supporters of all ages, Eastman Golf Course clubhouse in Grantham, 5-8 p.m., adults, $25, juniors, $15, heavy hors d’ouvres provided, silent auction held, Roland Tremblay and Tom Dobbs will be recognized for their tremendous contributions to ski jumping, call (603) 715-1620 to RSVP or for more information.
KEARSARGE MARINES
USMC Anniversary Luncheon, lunch will be served at 1200 hours, the bar opens at 1130 hours, dress is casual, the cost is $25 with free beer, Lake Sunapee Country Club, the guest speaker will be New London’s Jamie MacKenna who served in Afghanistan, if you are a current or former Marine and have not received an invitation from the Kearsarge Marines, call Hank Otto at 526-7171 or email [email protected] as reservations are required.
13
CHRISTMAS WREATH CRAFTS
On the new floor at the Newport Senior Center with instructor Sandy Cornish, 9-11:30 a.m.. donations accepted, items to bring include any size straw wreath (sample is 12 inches), and one box of straight pins. Please sign up in advance for cloth count.
14
30TH ANNUAL HOSPICE DINNER
Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice invites you to a very special evening to support Hospice Care, enjoy an exceptional meal, meet hospice team members, support care that honors dignity and quality of life, 6 p.m., The Millstone, 74 Main St., New London, $50 per person, includes hors-d’oeuvres and complimentary wine, RSVP by Nov. 9, contact Cathy Raymond for details and to reserve your seat, [email protected]
17
ANNUAL TURKEY RAFFLE
Wilmot Fire Department, 6 p.m., dinner, 7 p.m., raffle, spin to win, serving carved turkey sandwiches and more at the Firehouse on Route 11.
CHRISTMAS SALE
Croydon Fire Station, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
13TH ANNUAL CRAFT FAIR
Start your holiday shopping and benefit the LSRVNA Hospice Program, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church, 82 King Hill Road, Route 11, New London, a wide array of talented crafters, cookie walk, music, food, silent auction, contact Cheryl Fogwill at (603) 475-2450 for details.
17 AND 18
SDAVE THE DATES
10th Annual ‘Tis the Season Craft Fair, new location, new vendors, same quality crafts, Grantham Village School, 75 Learning Drive, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
22
LAKE SUNAPEE TURKEY TROT 5k
Whether you walk, push a stroller, jog or run, this is a great event for all to enjoy, don’t forget your costumes, there is an award for the best costume. This fantastic walk/run is truly a community event from local businesses sponsoring the race, to all of our wonderful volunteers who make it all happen, race day registration available from 7-8 a.m., there will be an awards ceremony after the race, register and pay online at www.sunapeeturkeytrot.com, support this great fundraiser for Sunapee Recreation.
December
1
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Along with Wreath Sale, 9 am. to 2 p.m., Springfield Meeting House, 23 Four Corner Road, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., all proceeds benefit the 250th celebration trust, for information email [email protected]
8
EAGLEMANIA
Live at the Claremont Opera House, the world’s greatest Eagles tribute, all the biggest hits including Hotel California, The Long Run, Lyin’ Eyes, Peaceful Easy Feeling, Take it Easy, Desperado, Already Gone, Best of My Love, Witchy Woman, Terquilla Sunrise and many more. For tickets, 542-4433 or claremontoperahouse.com
9
A TRIBUTE TO JOHN DENVER
Ted Vigil, a Rocky Mountain Christmas Show, 7 p.m., Claremont Opera House, the most amazing holiday show you will ever see, for tickets, 542-4433 or claremontoperahouse.com
13
KEARSARGE CLIMATE ACTION
Meets the second Thursday of every month, 6:30 p.m., Tracy Memorial Library, 304 Main St., New London, all are welcome, further information at [email protected] or 526-6678.
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