Jackson Community Church

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Events with JCC and around town: Mon, May 13 – Sun, May 19

MON, May 13

  • Community Event: FAMILY STORIES at the WHITNEY
    6:30-8:30pm • Whitney Community Center

    • The Program is FREE and unlimited, so feel free to invite others you know who might be interested in attending.
    • Family Stories: How and Why to Tell Them
      • Telling personal and family stories is fun – and much more. Storytelling connects strangers and strengthens links between generations with vivid descriptions of ideas, beliefs, personal experiences, and life-lessons. In this active and interactive program learn foolproof ways to develop and tell meaningful stories.
      • This program is funded by NH Humanities and taught by Jo Radner, a storyteller (who will be telling one of her favorite stories), oral historian, and author, is FREE and runs Monday, May 13 from 6:30-8:30 pm at the Whitney Community Center.
      • Not required, but to help us better plan Click Here to sign up.
      • NOTE: If there is enough interest the Whitney Community Center will be planning Quarterly Storytelling Gatherings; think “The Moth”.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-8pm • Bartlett Library

TUE, May 14

  • WAY STATION Bd of Dir MTG
    8-10am • Zoom

    • Bd of Directors and staff meet via zoom monthly.
    • Rev Gail and congregation members serving as officers of this nonprofit attend.
  • FITNESS with Laurie McAleer
    9:30am • 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
  • 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
    • This week we meet in person at Memorial Hospital to meet the president of the hospital.
  • DEACONS Meeting
    7pm • Zoom

    • Deacons meet to discuss worship, programming, and community care & prayer concerns
  • Community Event: WORLD of HOME EXCHANGE
    7pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Edith Houlihan will share her experiences in the world of Home Exchange. The Home Exchange network is a contemporary version of the barter system. It’s a system based on trust for those seeking to slow down travel and live like a local, and for those with a passion for learning, teaching, and sharing what they have with others from around the world. Home exchanging opens up a whole new globe of travel options. Edith will share her experiences and tips that have allowed her and her family and friends to engage in over 200 exchanges around the world and “live their life somewhere else.”
  • Community Event: BOOK DISCUSSION of The Other Side and Back by Sylvia Brown
    7pm • Bartlett Public Library

    • In preparation for our special program featuring Sara Moore of Enlightened Horizons (5/28 at 7 pm) we will be reading The Other Side and Back: A Psychic’s Guide to our World and Beyond by Sylvia Browne.  Sylvia is a world-famous psychic and New York Times bestselling author, in this book she takes readers on “an unprecedented and comprehensive “tour” of the afterlife—a world-changing revelation that has helped millions live for today, tomorrow, and forever…”.  Copies of the book are available in the library, please join us for what promises to be an other worldly discussion!
  • Community Event: CHAD’s COFFEE HOUSE (spring Recital for Mountain Top Music)
    5:30pm • Majestic Cafe

    • Cordially invited to share the end-of-term performances of the talented Mountain Top Music students. From electric guitar to classical piano, students of all ages will showcase the results of this spring’s study. Refreshments provided after each event.
    • No tickets needed!
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night with Jonathan Sarty  • 7-9pm
    • Ledge Brewery: Ledge Trivia Night • 6:30pm

WED, May 15

  • YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • Jackson (check with Anjali Rose re location)

  • CHILD LOSS GRIEF GROUP
    1pm • Old Red Library, Jackson

    • Free, and open to the community. Rev. Gail Doktor, trained as a hospice chaplain, will facilitate. Pass along this info to anyone whom you know, who might need such a support network.
    • Questions should be directed by text or voicemail to Rev Gail’s cell: 9078.273.0308. — Rev Gail Doktor, [email protected], cell: 978.273.0308
  • Community Event: CANASTA GAMES
    4-6pm • Old Red Library
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Trivia • 6:30pm • $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Giving Wednesdays with Raffle • Project Graduation (evening)

THURS, May 16

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Eveny: THURSDAY MORNING BIRDING in JACKSON
    7:30am –  9:30am •  Meet at Valley Cross parking lot

    • Because one day of birding just isn’t enough, we are birding in Jackson on Thursday mornings. Join birders of all levels on this weekly bird walk. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours) and dress for the weather. Be sure to drive via Black Mountain Rd, as you cannot access the parking lot via Carter Notch.
    • Reservations requested, but walk-ins welcome; click to register online.
  • Community Event: STORYTIME
    11am • Jackson Public Library

    • Join Petunia, Marigold, and Meredith for Storytime at 11am! There will be stories, songs, action rhymes, and plenty of fun. This program is open to the public is best suited for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers.
  • Community Event: GUIDE to BUILDING COMMUNITY & BRIDGING DIVIDES
    7-8:30 pm • Jackson Public Library.

    • Good civic health means a community in which people engage with each other, where they participate in the shared life of the community and where public institutions are responsive to the needs of the people in that community.
    • The presentation and discussion will be led by Michele Holt-Shannon of the University of New Hampshire Carsey School of Public Policy.
    • This program is part of the Digging into democracy series, a joint collaboration between the Jackson Public Library and the Whitney Community Center.  All are welcome to attend this free program.
  • Community Event: KNITTING in KNOTS
    4pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Bring your knitting or any portable needling project you may have to the library.  All levels are welcome.
  • Community Event: THURSDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Heather Pierson & The Potboilers
    7pm • Majestic Cafe

    • oors 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
    • An intimate nearly 50 seat venue in the storefront next to the Majestic Theatre, the Majestic Cafe serves wine, beer, craft cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and paninis with a close-up view on music from the region’s most creative performers.
    • Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.  The Friday Night jazz series typically has a $10 per person cover charge.  Thursdays and Saturdays at times have a cover charge but others do not; for the latter no cost reservations are accepted. Doors at 6 pm; come in early and grab a panini before the music starts.  Music starts generally at 7pm unless otherwise indicated.
    • Email [email protected] with questions or other inquiries.
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Generations • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Dan Parkhurst • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Food for Bears • 6-8pm

FRI, May 17

  • 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/)
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • Zoom

    • Bring your favorite beverage and meet for a virtual discussion of this week’s scripture followed by tour of art inspired by the sacred text.
    • Meet via zoom.
    • ZOOM LINK available from JCC
  • Community Event: YOUTH SPRING RECITAL for Mountain Top Music
    2pm • Majestic Cafe

    • No tickets needed!
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Thomas Clukey  • 6-8pm
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: JAMES FERNANDO
    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,  May 18

  • Mission Team’s PLANT SALE (rain or shine)
    9am-Noon • JCC Parking Lot  or Parish Hall if weather is inclement

    • The 9th annual Mission Plant Sale will be 9am – noon.
    • This is a perfect time to pick up some plants to beautify your garden, yard or indoor selections.
    • We have a wealth of experienced gardeners busily dividing up their perennial plants, starting seedlings, sharing houseplants, etc.
    • Ways to help:
      • If you have extra plants to donate please do share with us.
        • You may drop them off under the outdoor stairwell from Mon, May 13 – Fri, May 17
        • We are also happy to come pick items up if needed.
        • You’ll find extra plant containers under the outdoor stairway at the Jackson church if you need them.
        • Please identify any plants you leave at the church. Popsicle sticks are available to put into your containers and label with plant names.
      • Also, if you have extra 6-8“ plastic containers you are willing to donate,
        please leave them under the outdoor stairway.
      • Come and check out the selection to add to your garden and get growing tips and info as well!
      • Every penny raised goes to international relief efforts this year.
  • Community Event: BIRDING in BROWNFIELD BOG
    7-10am • Meet at S-Mart in Brownfield

    • Join birders of all levels on this weekly bird walk through the Brownfield Bog and view the rich diversity of bird life that makes its way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack.
      • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free. Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online.
  • Community Event: ANNUAL MTG & FIELD DAY with Tin Mountain
    Morning • Tin Mountain Nature Learning Center

    • Join us for morning field trips, our annual awards, and lunch in the pavilion followed by this year’s keynote speaker, Sam Evans-Brown, Executive Director of Clean Energy NH.
    • 7am Birding in the Bog
    • 7:45am Hike to Glacial Waterfall
    • 9:30am Spring Exploration on the Accessible Nature Trail
    • 11:30am Business Meeting and Awards
    • 12pm Lunch
    • 1pm Keynote: State of Clean Energy in New Hampshire
    • Click HERE to register. We hope to see you there!
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: MASTER CLASS with James Fernando
    10am • Majestic Theater

    • Attend this event for insights on practice and performance from master educator and musician James Fernando. Pianist are particularly encouraged to attend and play, but all instruments are welcome.
    • Attendees at last year’s master class had a ball. This is a Saturday morning well spent!
    • Tickets and info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
    • Observers also welcome. Mountain Top youth students 18 and under attend free; $10 for everyone else.
    • Note that James Fernando will be the featured performer at the Majestic Cafe on Friday, May 17 at 7 PM.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: YOUTH SPRING RECITAL for Mountain Top Music
    2 & 4pm • Majestic Theater
  • Community Event: SATURDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Billie Thibodeau Trio with Billie (vocals, piano), Mike McGuigan (drums), Laurin McGee (sax)
    • 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
    • An intimate nearly 50 seat venue in the storefront next to the Majestic Theatre, the Majestic Cafe serves wine, beer, craft cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and paninis with a close-up view on music from the region’s most creative performers.
    • Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.  The Friday Night jazz series typically has a $10 per person cover charge.  Thursdays and Saturdays at times have a cover charge but others do not; for the latter no cost reservations are accepted. Doors at 6 pm; come in early and grab a panini before the music starts.  Music starts generally at 7pm unless otherwise indicated.
    • Email [email protected] with questions or other inquiries.
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Randy Messineo • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Dan Aldrich • 7-10pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Rek’lis • 6-8pm

SUN, May 19

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • Old Red Library (or outside if weather permits)

    • Come for poetry, conversation, and prayer
  • WORSHIP: PENTECOST
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook & jxncc.org – which also appears on jxncc.orgwebsite).Worship through zoom is discontinued, watching livestream is now the way to connect.

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Gail Doktor
    • Wear red!
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parla: Packmann Dave • 4-7pm
Events with JCC and around town: Mon, May 13 – Sun, May 19
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