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Events and reflections on Earth Day: Monday, April 22.

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You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make. — Jane Goodall

Events to Celebrate Earth Day

From article in Conway Daily Sun written by Tom Eastman, link to full article: https://www.conwaydailysun.com/community/valley_voice/valley-voice-myriad-ways-to-celebrate-earth-day/article_cf846792-fdd7-11ee-90ba-8b5699265904.htm

  • 10am: Meet the Lorax, Book Reading and Earth Day-themed Storybook Trail at Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s Theater in the Wood in Intervale. Meet-and-greet with the Lorax himself, with a reading of Dr. Seuss’ environmentally themed book of the same name. Families can also walk along the Earth Day-themed Storybook Trail at Theater in the Wood. For more, go to believeinbooks.org.
  • 10am: Earth Day Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup  with he Chocorua Lake Conservancy i. Join the annual  cleanup today along Route 16. Meet at the Grove by Chocorua Lake, near the Narrows Bridge at the end of Chocorua Lake Road close to Route 16. Participants are requested to register at chocorualake.org/events.
  • 9am-Noon: Trail Round-Up at Tin Mountain Conservation Center, meanwhile, is hosting aits Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. Bring work gloves and a water bottle for the Earth Day cleanup while discovering some spring blooms, sounds, birds and frogs.
  • 10am-1pm: Earth Day Events at Settlers Green in North Conway, including a “Paint-A-Pot event” where they provide the paint, brushes, smocks and materials. Plus, everyone gets to take home an Earth Day Planting Kit made with biodegradable products, perfect for an indoor window sill flower garden. Limit 100, while supplies last They also invite you to make a $25 donation to The Nature Conservancy’s science-based work to promote biodiversity and mitigate climate change at their Green Hills Preserve here in the Mount Washington Valley. Donors receive a Cotopaxi Luzon 18L Backpack. Limit 100, while supplies last.
Earth Day — Jane Yolen
I am the Earth And the Earth is me.
Each blade of grass, Each honey tree,
Each bit of mud, And stick and stone
Is blood and muscle, Skin and bone.
And just as I Need every bit
Of me to make My body fit,
So Earth needs Grass and stone and tree
And things that grow here Naturally.
That’s why we Celebrate this day.
That’s why across The world we say:
As long as life, As dear, as free,
I am the Earth And the Earth is me.

Take the Mt Washington Valley Pledge with its ten principles (https://www.visitmwv.com/pledge)

  1. I pledge to plan ahead and be prepared. Research the places you plan to visit for its reservation and parking requirements. Check the weather forecast, and a map of the area you plan to explore. and be prepared to follow pandemic guidelines wherever you stay.
  2. I will treat others with kindness and respect. Respect each other, each other’s property, and the environment during your visit.
  3. I will trash my trash. Always carry-out, what you carry-in. Bring trash bags with you to pick up after yourself, and dispose of your waste appropriately. If you see trash left behind by someone else, go the extra mile, and pick up after them.
  4. I will keep the wildlife wild. Remember, when you’re out on the trail, you’re the one disrupting the animals, not the other way around! Notify NH Fish and Game and Maine Fish and Game when coming across sick or wounded animals. Don’t pursue wildlife or disturb nests, dens, and homes they have built.
  5. I will stick to the trails. Stay on marked trails to reduce your impact on nature. The land, and its vegetation may be protected, and can be harmed when you veer off-trail. Designated trails also work to separate public property from private property.
  6. I will take only pictures, and leave only footprints. Keep nature undisturbed. Leave what you find when it comes to plants, flowers, rocks, and trees when climbing or walking a trail. Don’t approach wildlife for any reason, (including getting that perfect selfie shot).
  7. When nature calls, I will respect nature. Be sure you know the appropriate ways to dispose of human waste when recreating in nature. Always go 200 feet off the trail and away from water sources, dig a proper 6-8 in hole as a makeshift bathroom, and use biodegradable toilet paper.
  8. I will camp responsibly. Minimize your impact on natural vegetation, and camp on durable surfaces in designated areas and campsites only. If you build a lean-to or a shelter, be sure to dismantle it before moving on.
  9. I will share the outdoors. Be considerate of others and mindful of the many reasons why someone may be accessing the outdoors. If you’re playing music, be mindful of the volume, and wear earbuds instead of using a speaker. Know your right of way on the trails, and in cross-walks, politely announce your presence to others and take responsibility for yourself.
  10. I will protect the waterways. Don’t throw your trash away in our lakes and rivers, or dump foreign liquids out into the water. Be sure to wash your boats before launching them in the valley’s lakes and rivers to protect them from foreign pest species, and don’t use lakes and streams as a bathroom.

Ideas for Other Ways to Observe Earth Care and Justice:

Of the Earth

The good man is the friend of all living things. —Gandhi

Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together … all things connect. —Chief Seattle

Away, away, from men and towns, To the wild wood and the downs, — To the silent wilderness, Where the soul need not repress its music. —Percy Bysshe Shelley

The Earth will not continue to offer its harvest, except with faithful stewardship. We cannot say we love the land and then take steps to destroy it for use by future generations. —John Paul II

What’s the use of a fine house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on. —Henry David Thoreau

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. —Margaret Mead

One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between man and nature shall not be broken. —Leo Tolstoy

Nature is painting for us, day after day, pictures of infinite beauty.  —John Ruskin

The world is charged with the grandeur of God. It will flame out, like shining from shook foil … the Holy Ghost over the bent World broods with warm breast and with ah! bright wings. — Gerard Manley Hopkins

Walking in Beauty: Closing Prayer from the Navajo Way Blessing Ceremony
In beauty I walk
With beauty before me I walk
With beauty behind me I walk
With beauty above me I walk
With beauty around me I walk
It has become beauty again …
Today I will walk out, today everything negative will leave me
I will be as I was before, I will have a cool breeze over my body.
I will have a light body, I will be happy forever, nothing will hinder me.
I walk with beauty before me. I walk with beauty behind me.
I walk with beauty below me. I walk with beauty above me.
I walk with beauty around me. My words will be beautiful.
In beauty all day long may I walk.
Through the returning seasons, may I walk.
On the trail marked with pollen may I walk.
With dew about my feet, may I walk.
With beauty before me may I walk.
With beauty behind me may I walk.
With beauty below me may I walk.
With beauty above me may I walk.
With beauty all around me may I walk.
In old age wandering on a trail of beauty, lively, may I walk.
In old age wandering on a trail of beauty, living again, may I walk.
My words will be beautiful…

FRI, April 19 – SUN, April 21 with JCC and around town

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FRI, April 19

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

    • $5/pp
  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • Jackson Community Church

    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Event: LINE DANCING with Dottie
    9:15ma • Whitney Cmmunity Center, Jackson

    • $5/pp
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-5pm • Jackson Library (more info: https://jacksonlibrary.org/)

    • 3-4pm • TGIF BOOK SHARE:
      What have you read lately?  Something fantastic?  Something not so fantastic?  Come share with us during our Friday afternoon book share.  All are welcome to come and share what books you are reading, what’s on your TBR (to be read) pile, and what you are looking forward to reading.  This is a great time to learn about new titles, authors, and genres that other JPL readers are reading.
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (resumes May 17) – 5pm by zoom when meeting
  • Community Event: COMMUNITY BABY SHOWER
    4pm • Trails End Ice Cream, Intervale (Scenic Vista)

  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: TThomas Clukey  • 6-8pm
  • Community Event: THE ELEPHANT MAN by M&D Playhouse
    7:30pm • M&D at the Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse, 2760 White Mountain Highway

  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Dan Moore Quartet
    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

SAT,  April 20

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

    • Also open by appointment.
    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm.  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: DUCKS n DONUTS with Tin Mountain Team
    8:30am • At Meet at Maine Visitors Center, Rt 302 Fryeburg

    •  Meet at Maine Visitors Center, Rt 302 Fryeburg
    • The streams and ponds are opening up and ducks are returning.  We’ll explore the old course of the Saco River and other open water in search of wood ducks, hooded mergansers, common golden eyes, and other early migrants.  Bring binoculars and we’ll bring the donuts!
    • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; $5/member.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online.
  • Community Event: THE ELEPHANT MAN by M&D Playhouse
    7:30pm • M&D at the Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse, 2760 White Mountain Highway

  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Mitch Alden • 7-10pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Radical Edward • 6-8pm

SUN, April 21

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE – resumes on Sun, May 19
    8am • Old red library

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation
    • We will continue to send out readings for your personal use
  • WORSHIP
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook & jxncc.org (adding Youtube post-sabbatical) – which also appears on jxncc.org website).Worship through zoom is discontinued, watching livestream is now the way to connect.

    • Music by Maisie Brown
    • Message by Rev Walt Hampton (being called as fulltime pastor of First Church, North Conway, UCC)
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org
  • Community Event: THE ELEPHANT MAN by M&D Playhouse
    3:30pm • M&D at the Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse, 2760 White Mountain Highway

  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Blue Sunday with Jim McLAughlin Trio • 5-8pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm

SUN, April 14

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  • WORSHIP
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church
    In-person & Livestream to Facebook 

    • We are not meeting through Zoom.
    • Facebook will show livestream.
    • Facebook video will also feed to the righthand navigation bar on church website: jxncc.org.
      • Message by Rev Walt Hampton (being called as fulltime pastor of First Church, North Conway, UCC)
      • Music by Sharon Novak
  • (which also appears on righthand nav bar of jxncc.org website) virtual zoom is discontinued
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Mitch Alden • 5-8pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm

SABBATICAL COVERAGE & Events at JCC and around town for THURS, April 11 – WED, April 17

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SABBATICAL COVERAGE

  • Rev Gail is on sabbatical for 5 weeks (until after Mothers Day) to welcome her family’s first grandchild.
  • Sun, April 14, 21 & 28: Rev Walt Hampton will preach and offer emergency pastoral support in April. Rev Walt is being called as fulltime pastor to First Church, North Conway, UCC. He is now a fulltime resident of Bartlett, NH. Highlights from his bio are featured in our April INSIDE OUT newsletter, which you can view at this LINK.)
  • Sun, May 12: Beloved hospice chaplain and regional sacramental minister Rev Sue Davidson will celebrate communion with JCC during worship and provide our message for the day. She is both a retired nurse and recently retired from her role as the pastor at Center Conway United Methodist Church; she periodically provides support to other local churches, and has been guest preacher for JCC many times.
  • Mother’s Day on Sun, May 12: JCC’s own Erica Corbett-Klein, mother of twins Vivian and George who are students at Jackson Grammar School, facilitator of the local French Conversation group, and educator, will be our guest speaker for Mother’s Day.
  • During Rev Gail’s sabbatical, if you need pastoral care, please contact Deacon Wendy McVey or Deacon Sue Carrigan by phone. They will put you in touch with minister(s) available to provide pastoral support thru Mid-May.

THURS, April 11 – WED, April 17

THURS, April 11

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Food for Bears • 6-8pm
  • Community Event: ‘WildCARD’ featuring Rafe Matregrano, Al Shafner, Craig Bryan, & Don Walden
    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

FRI, April 12

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

    • $5/pp
  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • Jackson Community Church

    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Event: LINE DANCING with Dottie
    9:15ma • Whitney Cmmunity Center, Jackson

    • $5/pp
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-5pm • Jackson Library (more info: https://jacksonlibrary.org/)

    • 3-4pm • TGIF BOOK SHARE:
      What have you read lately?  Something fantastic?  Something not so fantastic?  Come share with us during our Friday afternoon book share.  All are welcome to come and share what books you are reading, what’s on your TBR (to be read) pile, and what you are looking forward to reading.  This is a great time to learn about new titles, authors, and genres that other JPL readers are reading.
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (resumes May 17) – 5pm by zoom when meeting
  • Community Event: A SONG for MOTHER WATER
    7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

    • Celebration of the earth’s water in story, song and poetry.
    • Envisioned by Fredericka Chapman and presented by Theater for the Earth.
    • Using story, song and movement.
    • For tickets and more info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Tin Mountain Trivia • 6-8pm
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Mike Hathaway Quartet
    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

SAT,  April 13

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

    • Also open by appointment.
    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm.  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: A SONG for MOTHER WATER
    7pm • Majestic Theater

    • Celebration of the earth’s water in story, song and poetry.
    • Envisioned by Fredericka Chapman and presented by Theater for the Earth.
    • Using story, song and movement.
    • For tickets and more info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Mitch Alden • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Al Shafner & Jeremy Dean • 7-10pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Diana’s Bath Salts • 6-8pm

SUN, April 14

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • JCC sanctuary

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation
    • Participants facilitate the gathering while Rev Gail is on sabbatical, resumes in regular format on Sun, May 19
  • WORSHIP
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook (adding Youtube post-sabbatical)
    (which also appears on righthand nav bar of jxncc.org website) virtual zoom is discontinued

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Walt Hampton (being called as fulltime pastor of First Church, North Conway, UCC)
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Blue Sunday with Erin Harpe Duo • 5-8pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm

MON, April 15

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: A MORNING with MARY ESPOSITO
    10am • Majestic Theatre

    • Program presented by the Mountain Garden Club: A morning with Mary Ann Esposito!
    • Mary Ann Esposito, creator of the PBS series Ciao Italia, will offer insights from her most recent cookbook, Ciao Italia: Plant, Harvest, Cook!
    • Each attendee who purchases a ticket by Monday, March 25 will receive a copy of Ciao Italia: Plant, Harvest, Cook! at no additional charge.
    • General seating. Doors open at 10 AM. VERY LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE CALL NEYSA AT 617-816 4642
  • Community Event: CHAMBER MUSIC CLASS SPRING CONCERT – Frostiana and more
    7pm • Majestic Theater

    • Mountain Top’s Monday night chamber music class plays Randall Thompson’s “Frostiana,” settings of beloved Robert Frost poems. The program includes other small-group pieces.
    • Admission by donation. The cafe will not be open for this event.

TUE, April 16

  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • Jackson Community Church

    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • CLERGY of the EASTERN SLOPE
    12:30pm • Zoom

    • Local clergy gather for peer support, collaborative event planning and conversation
  • Community Event: COMPOSTING: Turning Table Scraps into Garden Gold
    7-8:30pm • Whitney Community Center

    • Learn practical tips for turning a year of vegetable, lawn and garden discards into rich compost using familiar garden tools, mostly free materials, and a bit of productive exercise. Topics will include different methods of backyard composting. Materials that are appropriate for maintaining an active pile. The importance of aeration, humidity and temperature, plus much more.
    • Program is taught by Allan Brooks, composter with a wealth of hands-on knowledge to share
    • FREE sign up at https://whitneyccprograms.com/
  • Community MUSIC & EVENTS around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night facilitated by Jon Sarty • 7-9pm • $5 cove
    • Ledge Brewing: Ping Pong Night • 5:30pm & Ledge Trivia Night • 6:30pm

WED, April 17

  • YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • JCC Parish Hall

    • Anjali Rose will be teaching yoga remotely for 6 qeeks and rhe class will meet in JCC parish hall
    • $5 class charge
  • Community Event: CANASTA GAMES
    4-6pm • Old Red Library
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community MUSIC & EVENTS around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Trivia• 7-9pm • $5 cover
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