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This week with JCC and around town: Sun, Dec 1 – Mon, Dec 9 (Advent 1 – Hope)

Sun, Dec 1 – Mon, Dec 9
Sun, DEC 1 – ADVENT 1 – Hope

  • INTERFAITH WORSHIP
    8am • Old Red Library next to JCC
  • ADVENT CHOIR REHEARSAL (in-person) with Dominique Dodge & Sharon Novak
    9:15am • JCC
  • WORSHIP with ADVENT 1 & COMMUNION – Hope (in-person & livestream)
    10:30am • JCC

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Gail Doktor
    • Advent Candle-lighting by the Verran family
    • Choir leadership by Dominique Dodge
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall
  • GREENING the SANCTUARY (early prep)
    Noon • JCC
  • BORROW ADVENT STUDY GROUP BOOKS: History of Christma sCarols!

    • Meeting time to be announced
    • All Season: Borrow books from the church library for a discussion about the history of holiday carols. Read the chapter about your favorite seasonal song!
  • BIRCH LOGS & ADVENT CANDLES

    • Birch log Advent candle holder from JCC, especially hand-cut and hand-crafted by Lee Phillips.
    • We have a total of 12 logs to share. Free to households.
    • They will be in the front entrance which is open 24/7.
    • If you have received a log in the past, please recycle the one you have altredy used, so that new households can enjoy these freshly-prepared logs.
    • A limited number of Advent candles bundles (set of 5: 3 purple, 1 pink, and 1 white) are also available inside the front entrance. Also free to families, although donations are appreciated to offset the cost.
    • If JCCs supply of candles have all been distributed, and you wish to order them for your home, they are available on Amazon.
  • Community Event: HOLIDAY ARTIST’ OPEN HOUSE
    10am-5pm • Jackson Art Studio & Gallery

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Blue Sunday with HBOM  • 5-8pm
    • Ledge Brewery: Line Dancing • 6-9pm

Tue, DEC 3

  • FITNESS with Laurie McAleer9:30am • Jackson Community Church Parish Hall
    • Chair fitness, ideal for beginners or advanced people, with stretching, resistance, and some minor weight lifting work
    • Can be customized to your needs and abilities
    • Free program available on Tuesday and Friday mornings at JCC
  • MISSIONS TEAM COLLECTS Angels & Elves Gifts
    10:30am • Parish Hall

    • Missions team members sort all gifts dropped off by church sponsors and organize them for return to Angels & Elves
  • GREENING the SANCTUARY (early prep)
    11am • JCC
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • CLERGY of the EASTERN SLOPE
    12:30pm • Zoom

    • Local clergy gather for peer support, collaborative event planning and conversation
    • Rev Gail attends
  • NEEDLE-FELTING COOKING CUTTER ORNAMENTS (please RSVP)
    6:30pm • JCC Parish Hall

    • $20 participation  fee, all supplies provided,
    • Taught by Kathy Seymour
    • $10/pp starter kits also available
    • Please RSVP.
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night with Jonathan Sarty  • 7-9pm
    • Ledge Brewery: Ledge Taco Trivia Night with Salmon Stew ($20) • 6:30pm

Wed, DEC 4

  • GREENING the SANCTUARY (additional day if needed)
    9am – Noon  •  JCC
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • GRIEF GROUP – Child Loss
    1pm • Old red Library

    • These gatherings are all held on Wednesdays at 1pm at old red library in Jackson, NH. Specifically for households who have experienced the death of a spouse, partner, adult sibling or parent (or other adult (HUMAN) relationships.
    • Also: CHILD LOSS GRIEF GROUP is specifically for households who have experienced the death of a child of any age. Upcoming dates: Wednesdays @ 1pm: Oct 2, Nov 6.
    • We meet in-person only. At this point, new participants are welcome through word-of-mouth or referrals or if they read about this group through eNews or other outlets.
    • You don’t have to attend every session. If you CANNOT make an upcoming gathering, please let Rev Gail know by email or text that you cannot attend: gaildoktor@mac.com, cell: 978.273.0308.
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Parkhurst • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Giving Wednesday for NE Woodland Charter School • 4-8pm
    • Wildcat Taven: Speed Trivia
    • Shovel Handle: Candie Tremblay • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewery: Music Bingo • 6pm

Thurs, Dec 5

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE: Mike Dolan & Simon Crawford
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • $5 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe/
  • Community Event: WALK the PATHWAY with Wayne Peadoby
    3-4pm • Conway Public Library

    • In his presentation, Wayne will read and discuss several of his haikus and poems, which were written based on his thoughts and observations throughout his life.
    • He will also play seven musical instruments, including a classical guitar, an acoustic steel string guitar, a Native American flute, a five-string Celtic banjo, a mandolin, and a fiddle.
  • Community Event: WHATS WILD with Eric Orff
    7pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • Join veteran wildlife biologist Eric Orff, who has lived a life on the wild side in New Hampshire, for a book launch of What’s Wild: A Half-Century of Wisdom from the Woods and Rivers of New England. From saving thousands of mother bats from certain death by poison, to riding a ten-point whitetail buck, when the “tranquilized” deer lurched to his feet with Eric astride as it thundered downhill at warp speed in the dark of the night. Holding on for DEER life had a whole other meaning!
    • More than four dozen stories are featured in What’s Wild, his first book.
    • Register: https://tinmountain.org/what-we-do/program-and-event-calendar.html/event-form/registration-form/103221/tickets
  • Community Event: ARTS in MOTION – Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
    7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

  • Community Event: M&D Productions’ CHRISTMAS CAROL
    7:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Parkhurst • 6-9pm

Fri, DEC 6

  • Community Event: ZUMBA  with Dottie
    8:15am • Whitney Community Center

    • Fee per class
  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer9:30am • Jackson Community Church
    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Event: LINE DANCING  with Dottie

    9:15am • Whitney Community Center

    • Fee per class
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-5pm • Jackson Library (more info: https://jacksonlibrary.org/)
  • Community Event: FIRST FRIDAY: Dan Moore & Rick Gordan play seasonal jazz
    1pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Enjoy a jazzy take on seasonal music (and some jazz standards) from Majestic Cafe favorites  Dan Moore and Rick Gordan. No promises, but there might be a sing-along.
    • Tickets: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • Community Event: ARTS in MOTION – Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
    7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

  • Community Event: M&D Productions’ CHRISTMAS CAROL
    7:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway

  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: To Be Announced
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner •7-9pm
    • Red Parka: Lazy River Riders • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Granite Back Country Alliance Film Festival  • 6-8pm / Live music: Food for Bears • 6pm
    • Shovel Handle: Randy Messineo • 6-9pm
  • JCC Attends DOMINIQUE DODGE CONCERT
    5pm • Jackson Public Library

Sat, DEC 7

  • TUNES for TOTS in Parish Hall
    10-11am •  JCC Parish Hall

    • Free to community, donations accepted to offset program
    • Music, puppers, and interactive play with Sharon Novak
    • Aimed for babies and toddlers up to 3 years of age with parent/guardian present
  • SERVICE of REMEMBRANCE for PETE CANTY
    Noon •  JCC Sanctuary

    • Service of remembrance
    • Followed by reception at local venue
  • Community Event: WINTER TREE IDENTIFICATION
    9am-Noon • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • Winter presents a big challenge in tree identification – the diagnostic leaves have been shed leaving you with nothing more than bark and branches. Not to worry! Nancy Ritger and Tin Mountain Conservation Center will take participants through the unique characteristics and identifiers of the region’s trees, including twig characteristics, branch arrangement, and bark; this program is appropriate for all levels. We hope you join us! Dress for the weather and bring water & a snack.
    • Register: https://tinmountain.org/what-we-do/program-and-event-calendar.html/event-form/registration-form/103267/tickets
  • Community Event: ARTS in MOTION – Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
    3pm & 7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

  • Community Event: JAZZ for the HOLIDAY with Mike Sakash & Jed Wilson
    3pm (sold out / wait list) & 7:30pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

    • Two chances to hear this Mountain Top holiday classic, featuring pianist Jed Wilson and saxophonist Mike Sakash. Enjoy the smooth blend of sound as these two consummate musicians share their unique take on traditional and modern seasonal music!
    • At a spectacular private home in Silver Lake – directions will be provided with ticket purchase. The concert includes an opportunity to chat with the artists and other attendees after the performance, while enjoying light refreshments.
    • Seating is limited, so get your tickets early! Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com
  • Community Event: M&D Productions’ CHRISTMAS CAROL
    7:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway

  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE SATURDAY NIGHT: Billie Thibodeau Trio
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    9am-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: TBA  • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka: Carbon 14 • 8-11pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Whiskey Horse • 6-9pm

Sun, DEC 8 – ADVENT 2: PEACE

  • INTERFAITH WORSHIP
    8am • Old Red Library next to JCC
  • ADVENT CHOIR REHEARSAL (in-person) with Dominique Dodge & Sharon Novak
    9:15am • JCC
  • WORSHIP with ADVENT 2: Peace  (in-person & livestream)
    10:30am • JCC

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Gail Doktor
    • Advent Candle-lighting by the Battenfelder family
    • Choir leadership by Dominique Dodge
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

  • Community Event: ARTS in MOTION – Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
    3pm & 7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

  • Community Event: M&D Productions’ CHRISTMAS CAROL
    3:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Dan Parkhurst  5-8pm

Mon, DEC 9

  • INTRODUCTION to QUAKERISM
    7-8:30pm • Whitney Community Center

    • You may have heard about Quakers, the Religious Society of Friends, sitting in silence, waiting for a message from the Holy Spirit. Quakers believe in the equality of all persons because of the conviction that every individual possesses an “inner light”.
    • Learn Quaker history, how Quakers worship, and how Quakers live their lives. This program is taught by the New England Yearly Meeting of Friends.
    • FREE. Not required, but to help us better plan
    • Click Here to sign up.
  • Co-sponsored by Jackson Community Church
  • JCC provides refreshments for guests
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: The Family Van • 6-9pm
This week with JCC and around town: Sun, Dec 1 – Mon, Dec 9 (Advent 1 – Hope)
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