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Week of Dec 13-18 with JCC and around town

Of special note: Memorial service for Esmae Doucette, Christmas bird count w/ Tin Mtn, art show at Old Red Library, Peace Concert with Dennis & Davey, Advent worship and more!

TUE, Dec 13

  • 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
  • ADVENT STUDY: The Gift of the Nutcracker (zoom)
    6pm • Zoom link required
    • The Gift of the Nutcracker by Matt Rawle: Chapter 2 – Drosselmeier: A Godfather’s Love
    • One session only each week – Tuesdays on zoom (Wednesday mornings in-person did not have sufficient attendance to continue)
  • DEACONS
    7:05pm • Zoom link required
    • Meeting to review worship planning and community care needs
  • Community Events: HOOT NIGHT
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty hosts • 6-8:30pm

WED, Dec 14

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • COUNCIL
    7pm • Zoom link required
    • Leadership meeting to review and make decisions to support church operations and missions
  • Community Event: HOLIDAY PIE-MAKING with Chef Judi 
    5-7:30pm • Whitney Community Center
    • Come join Chef Judi and learn her family’s secret pie recipe that is sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering.
    • The program is limited to 6 people and costs $20 including all supplies and at the end of this interactive and fun class you will go home with your very own creation!
    •  Use link to register: https://friends-of-the-whitney-community-center.square.site/

THURS, Dec 15

  • Community Event: POPUP ART SHOW at ‘Old Red Library’
    9am-5pm • Old Red Library
    • 23 local and nationally recognized juried artists from the Jackson Art Studio and Gallery will be featured exhibiting new work shown for the first time at this show.
    • For more info please call Melanie Levitt at 603-387-3463 or visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com .
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Service: WAY STATION 
    2-5 • Food collection & distribution
    10-6 • Open shift for drop-ins and apts.
    • Staff and volunteers of JCC participate. Operating in church basement this week: Nativity Lutheran.
  • Community Event: JOURNEY to the NORTH POLE (Believe in Books / Theater in the Woods / Conway Scenic RR)
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Dan Parkhurst • 6-8pm

FRI, Dec 16

  • Community Event: ZUMBA with Dotti Aiello
    8:30am • Whitney Community Center
    • For more info, contact Dott: dottiaiello@gmail.com
    • Just a reminder that class is $5 per person with no sign in. Please bring the correct amount.  
    • Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile and leave your inhibitions at home!
  • 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: POPUP ART SHOW at ‘Old Red Library’
    9am-5pm • Old Red Library
    • 23 local and nationally recognized juried artists from the Jackson Art Studio and Gallery will be featured exhibiting new work shown for the first time at this show.
    • For more info please call Melanie Levitt at 603-387-3463 or visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: JOURNEY to the NORTH POLE (Believe in Books / Theater in the Woods / Conway Scenic RR)
  • Community Event: SLEIGH RIDES @ Nestlenook Farm
    Nestlenook Farm, 66 Dinsmore Road, Jackson, NH
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • In-person this week for C3 attendees by invitation from C3 hosts or Zoom link required
    • Bring your adult beverage to zoom, dress festively, and bring your curiosity for a conversation about our sacred texts.
  • Community Event: ADULT JAM BAND CONCERT
    5:30pm • Majestic Theater
    • Free admission
    • The adult jam band, directed by Chad Cummings, and adult jazz ensemble, directed by Chris Dzengelewski, perform their end-of-term concert.
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ – MAJESTIC CAFE – Al Hospers (bass) and Jed Wilson (piano)
    6:30 pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway, NH
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-9pm
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Now Is Now • 8-11pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Rek’lis •  5:30-8:30pm

SAT, Dec 17

  • Community Event: 34th Annual CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
    All Day • Varied Sites including
    Learning Center, Albany, NH
    • Observers are needed for traveling routes by foot, cross country skis, snowshoes, or by car.  You can also tally birds at your feeder.  All birding levels welcome!
    • Interested in participating? contact research manager, Katy Lewis.
    • Learn more about the Christmas Bird Count here.
  • Community Event: POPUP ART SHOW at ‘Old Red Library’
    9am-1:30pm & 3:30–7pm • Old Red Library
    • 23 local and nationally recognized juried artists from the Jackson Art Studio and Gallery will be featured exhibiting new work shown for the first time at this show.
    • For more info please call Melanie Levitt at 603-387-3463 or visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com
    • 5-7pm: Reception with refreshments and “meet the artists.”
  • ESMAE DOUCETTE SERVICE
    2pm • Jackson Community Church (and zoom, link to be provided to the community)
    • From the family: In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Esmae’s memory to Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Starting Point Services, New England Donor Services or an environmental conservation group of your choice.
    • Memorial service will be followed by a celebration of life at the Ledge Brewing Co. in Intervale from 3-6 pm with Riley Parkhurst on stage. From the family: “We will be gathering to share our memories and stories, to laugh, to cry and to remember the beautiful spirit of Esmae.”
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Scott Baer • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Apres Ski w/ Al Shafner * 3-5pm / Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm

SUN, Dec 18

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING
    8am • **Sanctuary of Jackson Community Church** (Art Show in progress next door at Old Red Library) or Zoom link required
    • Join us for poetry, conversation, and prayer.
  • CHOIR PRACTICE
    9:30am • JCC
    • In-person pickup choir
  • WORSHIP with ADVENT 4: Love
    10:30am • JCC  & in-person
    • Zoom link required
    • Advent candlle-lighting
    • Message: Rev Gail Doktor
    • Bluegrass music: DellaValla Trio
    • Music Sharon Novak
  • Community Event: POPUP ART SHOW at ‘Old Red Library’
    Noon-5pm • Old Red Library
    • 23 local and nationally recognized juried artists from the Jackson Art Studio and Gallery will be featured exhibiting new work shown for the first time at this show.
    • For more info please call Melanie Levitt at 603-387-3463 or visit the website at www.jacksonartnh.com
    • 5-7pm: Reception with refreshments and “meet the artists.”
  • PEACE CONCERT with Dennis & Davey
    3pm • Jackson Community Church & Live-streaming to JCC website
    • Join us for a free community concert offered by Dennis & Davey.
  • Community Event: SLEIGH RIDES @ Nestlenook Farm
    Nestlenook Farm, 66 Dinsmore Road, Jackson, NH
  • Community Event: JOURNEY to the NORTH POLE (Believe in Books / Theater in the Woods / Conway Scenic RR)
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mitch Alden • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Blue Sunday with Bonnie Edwards & The Practical Cats • 5-8pm

This Week with JCC & Around Town: Oct 10-16

MON, Oct 10 – Holiday: Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day

TUE, Oct 11

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    Summer reading programs: Oceans of Possibilities. See links below for more info.
  • DEACONS MTG
    7pm • Zoom
    • Zoom link & password required
  • Community Events: HOOT NIGHT
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty hosts • 6-8:30pm

WED, Oct 12

  • NO FITNESS CLASS ** Resumes next week ** with Laurie McAleer **
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: JACKSON LIBRARY BOOK GROUP
    4pm • Jackson Public Library
  • COUNCIL MTG
    7pm • Zoom
    • Zoom link & password required
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Jeremy Holden • 4-7pm

THURS, Oct 13

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Service: WAY STATION 
    2-5 • Food collection & distribution
    10-6 • Open shift for drop-ins and apts.
    • Staff and volunteers of JCC participate. Operating in church basement this week: Nativity Lutheran.
  • Community Resource: AA MEETING
    6pm? • JCC Parish House
  • Community Event: HAUNTED ACRE WOODS The Freakshow Railroad Disaster
    7-10pm (property gate will open at 6:30pm)• Theater in the Woods / Believe in Books Campus
    • Info & tickets: http://www.believeinbooks.org/haunted-acre-wood.html
    * The only haunted, self-guided trail system in Northern New Hampshire.
    * Check your map, double check your batteries and plunge into the dark forest.
    * Groups will go out every 30 minutes, max 32 people per 30 minutes – select your time slot at checkout.
    • Not recommended for children under 14.
    • There will be a full bar (for 21+), non-alcoholic beverages and small snacks for purchase (cash and credit accepted).
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-8pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Anniversary Celebration with Dennis & Davey • 4-7pm

FRI, Oct 14

  • Community Event: ZUMBA with DOTTI
    • 8:15am * Whitney Community Center
      The class is $5 per person with no sign in. Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile!!!! If you have any questions feel free to either text or call Dotti,: 978-790-3375.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • Zoom link & password required
    • Join us for cocktails and discussion of this week’s scripture with art
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE CONCERT – Al Hospers & Peter Einhorn
    6:30 pm • Majestic Theater Cafe, Conway, NH
  • Community Resource: JACKSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECEPTION & ART SALE
    5pm • Jackson Historical Society
    • The Board of Directors invite you to enjoy an evening in the museum! Hear updates on what’s new at the Society – Dine on our catered charcuterie board – Enjoy a glass of Wine or Cider – View our newly acquired pieces of Jackson treasures – Shop our Art Sale of numerous paintings for sale including 19th century and contemporary White Mountain scenes!
    • Event is free – Donations are welcome
  • Community Event: HAUNTED ACRE WOODS The Freakshow Railroad Disaster
    7-10pm (property gate will open at 6:30pm)• Theater in the Woods / Believe in Books Campus
    • Info & tickets: http://www.believeinbooks.org/haunted-acre-wood.html
    * The only haunted, self-guided trail system in Northern New Hampshire.
    * Check your map, double check your batteries and plunge into the dark forest.
    * Groups will go out every 30 minutes, max 32 people per 30 minutes – select your time slot at checkout.
    • Not recommended for children under 14.
    • There will be a full bar (for 21+), non-alcoholic beverages and small snacks for purchase (cash and credit accepted).
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-9pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Holden • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: DJ Kristen Corrigan •  8-11pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub; Michael Loughlin •  5:30-8:30pm

SAT, Oct 15

  • ANNUAL NH UCC  (United Church of Christ) CONFERENCE MEETING & WORSHIP SERVICE
    All Day • Concord, NH & Zoom
    • Rev Gail attends as facilitator for worship
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: HAM HOUSE Historic Walk
    9-11:30 • Dundeed Rd, Jackson, NH
    • Register via email info@usvlt.org.
    • Learn more about the history of one of Jackson’s oldest houses, part of Dundee’s thriving farming community in the 1800s. The Ham House is situated on land slated to become part of the Dundee Community Forest and includes the route of the “Old Road” from Jackson. The program will include a walk at the height of foliage along that route, which heads west over rough terrain towards Tin Mountain.
  • Community Event: FANTASTIC FUNGI FESTIVAL
    10am- 3pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany, NH
    • Event will include guided walks, tips on storage and preservation, spore prints, and more! Come for part or all of the time; participants are asked to sign up for the mushroom walks in advance.
    • Walks @ 10:30am & 1pm.
    • Cooking demonstration with Eric Milligan of NH Mushroom Company at noon. tabled activities all day long!
    • Program fee: $10/member and $20/non-member.
    • Click here to register.
  • Community Event: HAUNTED ACRE WOODS The Freakshow Railroad Disaster
    7-10pm (property gate will open at 6:30pm)• Theater in the Woods / Believe in Books Campus
    • Info & tickets: http://www.believeinbooks.org/haunted-acre-wood.html
    * The only haunted, self-guided trail system in Northern New Hampshire.
    * Check your map, double check your batteries and plunge into the dark forest.
    * Groups will go out every 30 minutes, max 32 people per 30 minutes – select your time slot at checkout.
    • Not recommended for children under 14.
    • There will be a full bar (for 21+), non-alcoholic beverages and small snacks for purchase (cash and credit accepted).
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Scott Baer • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Diana’s Bath Salts • 8-11pm
    • Wildcast Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm

SUN, Oct 16

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING
    8am • Pavilion behind Whitney Community Center or Zoom
    • Zoom link & password required
    • Join us for poetry, conversation, and prayer.
  • WORSHIP
    10:30am • JCC (in-person & zoom)
    • Zoom link & password required
    • Message: Rev Bill Briggs
    • Music Sharon Novak
  • Community Event: SLOW WALKING w/ Tin Mountain
    10am  & 1pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center
    • Continues: 9, 16, 23, 30 10-11:30am and 1-2:30pm
    • A slow-paced walk that takes a closer look at the natural world all around us. These leisurely investigations of the grounds are perfect for all ages. You are never too young or too old to take the time to look and listen.
    • Program Fee: $15/person or $25/household; members are free!
    • Register online here. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Event: COLD RIVER RADIO SHOW
    7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway, NH
  • Community Event: HAUNTED ACRE WOODS The Freakshow Railroad Disaster
    7-10pm (property gate will open at 6:30pm)• Theater in the Woods / Believe in Books Campus
    • Info & tickets: http://www.believeinbooks.org/haunted-acre-wood.html
    * The only haunted, self-guided trail system in Northern New Hampshire.
    * Check your map, double check your batteries and plunge into the dark forest.
    * Groups will go out every 30 minutes, max 32 people per 30 minutes – select your time slot at checkout.
    • Not recommended for children under 14.
    • There will be a full bar (for 21+), non-alcoholic beverages and small snacks for purchase (cash and credit accepted).
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Blue Sunday with Dirty Blonde & Cheryl Arruda   • 4-7pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Ryan St Onge • 5:30-8:30pm

Events with JCC and around town: Sept 14-18

WED, Sept 14

  • FITNESS CLASS with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • JCC Parish Hall
    Gentle fitness class for all ages and abiliites. All welcome. Free!
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: CONES for a CAUSE
    Noon-9pm • Trails End Ice Cream, Intervale, NH
    Eat delicious local ice cream and support Tin Mountain?! That’s what we call win-win! Stop by Trails End Ice Cream and a portion of your purchase will go to Tin Mountain. Yum!
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Jeremy Holden • 4-7pm
  • COUNCIL MEETING
    7pm • Zoom link and password required
    • Staff, church officers and team leaders meet to review and make decisions in support of church missions, programs, and operations

THURS, Sept 15

  • Community Event: NATURALIST LED HIKES in JACKSON
    10am • Tin Mountain Site, Jackson, NH
    • Join Tin Mountain Conservation Center for weekly hikes at the Jackson Field Station property. Highlights include the summit of Tin Mountain, a tin mine on the property, and historic homestead, and a mountain pond. Tin Mountain’s naturalist will explain the historic use of the property, help identify plant species, and point out animal signs. These hikes are a great way to explore the lesser trod trails of the White Mountains and avoid the crowds. Participants of all ages welcome.
    • Program fee of $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free. 
    • Space is limited and registration is required. Call 603-447-6991 or click here to register.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Service: WAY STATION 
    2-5 • Food collection & distribution
    10-6 • Open shift for drop-ins and apts.
    • Staff and volunteers of JCC participate. Operating in church basement this week: Nativity Lutheran.
  • Community Resource: AA MEETING
    6pm? • JCC Parish House
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Rafe Matregrano • 6-9pm
    • Shannon Door: CLOSED
  • Community Event: HAWK TALK (in-person and zoom)
    7pm • Tin Mtn Conservation  Center, ALbany, NH
    • This program will be in-person with an online option. Zoom link to come.
    • Join Tin Mountain research manager Katy Lewis for a discussion of common migrating hawks of the northeast. The program will cover basic identification marks, flight, behavior, and sightings of hawks. An optional hawk watch on 9/24 allows participants to put these new ID skill into practice.
    • Program fee: $5/person or $10/household for non-members; members are free.

FRI, Sept 16

  • Community Event: ZUMBA with DOTTI
    • 8:15am * Whitney Community Center
      The class is $5 per person with no sign in. Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile!!!! If you have any questions feel free to either text or call Dotti,: 978-790-3375.
  • FITNESS CLASS with Laurie McAleer 
  • 9:30am • JCC Parish Hall
    Gentle fitness class for all ages and abiliites. All welcome. Free!
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE CONCERT – The Dan Moore Trio
    7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway Village
    Info and tickets: https://mountaintop.ludus.com/index.php
    • Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited; reservations are recommended to guarantee your seat.  $10 per person cover charge. Wine, beer, & cocktails are available.  Doors open at 6:30 pm, music starts at 7pm.  Admission is limited to those 18 and older unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.  
    • Tickets: https://mountaintop.ludus.com/index.php
  • Community Event: BEYOND the VALLEY Adventure Fest
    5-9 pm Ledge Brewing Co., Intervale, NH
    • Purchase tickets HERE
    • Join Tin Mountain this fall for a fun new adventure! We are hosting a weekend of speakers sharing adventures from around the globe.
    • The Beyond the Valley Adventure Fest kicks off on Friday, September 16, at Ledge Brewing Co., where ticket holders will enjoy stories, slides and adventures from: local climber, skier and guide Josh Laskin who will share his backcountry snowboarding adventures in Kyrgyzstan. Jordan Cargill of Mountain Shadow Adventures follows in the footsteps of Brad Washburn as he explores and climbs in Denali National Park and Sarah Garlick, author, climber, and film director who artfully combines climbing with geology and exploration. Visit the event page for more or click hereto purchase tickets.
      • Skiing Adventures in Kyrgyzstan with Josh Laskin
      • Denali Adventures with Jordan Cargill
      • Earth Time: The Geology and Climate Change of Mountain Pursuits with Sarah Garlick
      • Food available for purchase from Tin Can Co
      • Beer available for purchase from Ledge Brewing Co.
    • Ticket Information: Purchase tickets HERE
      • Friday, September 16, 2022: 5pm Ledge Brewing Co. Intervale, NH, tickets: $20
      • Saturday, September 17, 2022: 7pm Kennett High School, N. Conway, NH, tickets: $40
      • Combined ticket for Friday & Saturday: $5H
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-9pm
    • Shannon Door: Dan Parkhurst & Patrick Ramsey • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Shark Maritn •  8-11pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub; Bobby Sheehan •  5:30-8:30pm
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • Zoom link and password required
    • Join us for cocktails and discussion of this week’s scripture with art

SAT, Sept 17

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: JEN’s FRIENDS CLIMB against CANCER
    8-9:30am: Registration / 9:30am: Climb to summit / 10:30am: Entertainment at base / 11:30am-1pm: Lunch, Live Music followed by Awards
    • More info: https://jensfriends.salsalabs.org/jensfriendsclimb2022/index.html
    • JCC’s team will walk in memory of Richard Himmelwright
    • To participate in the JCC team or to support the JCC team, contact Meg Phillips of the Missions Team via phone at 603.383.6033 or by email: margaret_p@roadrunner.com. You can register and join our team! Or donate to a JCC team member.
    • All funds donated go directly to help our neighbors with non-medical expenses during their cancer journeys.
    • You may drop off checks at church (payable to Jen’s Friends), mail them to the church at PO Box 381, Jackson, NH 03846, or hand them to Meg.
  • Community Event: WHO LIVES HERE?
    9am • Tin Mtn Conservation Ctr, Albany, NH
    • Program Fee: $15/person or $25/household; members are free! Register online here.
    • Walk ins welcome.A slow-paced walk that takes a closer look at the natural world all around us. These leisurely investigations of the grounds are perfect for all ages. You are never too young or too old to take the time to look and listen.
  • Community Event: BOOK SIGNING with Mark Jenkins 
    2pm • White Birch Books, North Conway
    • Meet the National Geographic author at explorer Mark Jenkins at an afternoon book signing at White Birch Books in North Conway. Mark will discuss some of the process that goes into writing about his adventures, answer questions, and share some of his favorite excerpts. This program is free and open to the public.
    • And don’t forget to join us later that evening at Kennett High School Auditorium for his keynote presentation: Vietnam Underground: The Viet Cong, Spelunkers & the Biggest Cave on Earth.
    • More event information here.
  • Community Event: BEYOND the VALLEY Adventure Fest
    5-9 pm  Kennett High School., Conway, NH
    • Purchase tickets HERE
    • Join Tin Mountain this fall for a fun new adventure! We are hosting a weekend of speakers sharing adventures from around the globe.
    • Worldwide explorer, National Geographic writer and author Mark Jenkins will present Vietnam Underground: The Viet Cong, Spelunkers and the Biggest Cave on Earth. Also on Saturday evening Enock Glidden, an explorer, climber, and skier from Maine, who was born with Spina Bifida leaving him without the use of his legs, will share his philosophies and climbing adventures in his presentation, How can I? My Ascent of El Capitan.
      • How Can I? My Ascent of El Capitan with Enock Glidden
      • Vietnam Underground: The Viet Cong, Spelunkers & the Biggest Cave on Earth with Mark Jenkins, National Geographic Explorer correspondent & author
    • Ticket Information: Purchase tickets HERE
      • Friday, September 16, 2022: 5pm Ledge Brewing Co. Intervale, NH, tickets: $20
      • Saturday, September 17, 2022: 7pm Kennett High School, N. Conway, NH, tickets: $40
      • Combined ticket for Friday & Saturday: $5H
  • Community Event: MIKE LEVINE BAND Concert
    7:30pm • Majestic Cafe Theater, Conway, NH
    • Tickets: https://mountaintop.ludus.com/index.php
    • Come catch some South Beach vibe with Miami Spice. Fronted by South Florida pianist Mike Levine (piano) and featuring Latin Grammy winner and Sabian Cymbals Artist Richard Bravo (latin percussion) – backed by Mike Sakash (saxophone/clarinet), Al Hospers (bass), Jarrod Taylor (guitar), and Samuel Levine (drum set) The concert will feature multiple forms of Latin Jazz, including Salsa, Afro-Cuban, and a bit of Brazilian, with a few detours into funk, heavy shuffle, and fusion.
    • Admission limited to those over 18 or accompanied by parent / guardian.  Doors and Majestic Cafe concessions open at 6:30 pm, music at 7:30 pm.  Special rate for advance sales to groups of 10 or more! Call 603 447 4737, Mon-Thurs, 11 AM to 5 PM, to order.
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Bad Breath Microphone • 8-11pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm

SUN, Sept 18

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING
    8am • Old Red Library or Zoom (link and password required)
    • Join us for poetry, conversation, and prayer.
  • WORSHIP
    10:30am • JCC (in-person & zoom)
    • Zoom (link and password required)
    • Message: Rev Gail Doktor
    • Baptism (postponed due to family schedule)
    • Music Sharon Novak
  • Community Event: GARDEN STAGE DINNER CONCERT with The Shadow Riders Tribute to the Marshall Tucker Band
    7-9pm • Wildcat Tavern
    • Tickets and more info HERE
      This is an outdoor dinner concert. Should Inclement weather occur, the event will be moved inside the Tavern.
    • Along with a new stellar 6 piece ensemble, the Shadow Riders perform hits like “Can’t You See” and “Heard it in a Love Song.” The Shadow Riders is a name Toy Caldwell used for his backing group for a time and the title of one of his songs.
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Mitch Alden  • 4-7pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Mtn Music Series – Tim Walter from Nashvile • 5:30-8:30pm

This Week: WED, Feb 20 – SUN, Feb 24

THIS WEEK
at Jackson Community Church and Around Town

WED, Feb 20

  • TUNE UP FITNESS with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • Parish House.Fitness class. Free; open to public. These classes will continue through the end of February, then the instructor will re-evaluate whether she can continue into March. Classes remain weather dependent; if schools are delayed or closed, the class will be cancelled.
  • PROTESTANT CHAPEL ASSOCIATION MEETING
    4pm • Parish House / Church Library, Second Floor.
  • COUNCIL MEETING
    7pm • Parish House / Church Library, Second Floor.
    Open meeting of church staff, officers and team leaders to make governing decisions for the operations and mission of the church. Any friends or members welcome to attend.

THURS, Feb 21 

  • FLOW & ALIGN YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • First Floor, Parish House / Jackson Community Church. Beginning stretch, flow and align yoga; safe for new practitioners. Weather dependent; if schools are delayed or closed, the class will be cancelled.
  • AA
    6:30pm • Second Floor, Church.

FRI, Feb 22

  • PASTOR’s DROP-IN HOURS
    7-9am • J-Town Deli
    Come for caffeine, conversation. Or make a separate date to meet with Rev Gail by calling her cell (978) 273.0308 or email.
  • PASTOR’s OFFICE HOURS
    9:30-11:30am • Church. Drop by or make an appointment to meet with Rev Gail by texting or calling her cell (978) 273.0308 or by email.
  • Community Event: GUIDED SNOW SHOE TOURS
    10am & 1pm • Start from Jackson XC Ski Touring Center
    $15 includes ticket and tour; rental equipment available. Tours are approx. 90 minutes. More info.

SAT, Feb 23

  • Private Event: AVALANCHE CLASS
    All Day • Jackson Community Church
    Private class providing instruction to outdoor athletes and emergency responders for avalanche preparedness and response.
  • Community Event: GUIDED SNOW SHOE TOURS
    10am & 1pm • Start from Jackson XC Ski Touring Center. $15 includes ticket and tour; rental equipment available. Tours are approx. 90 minutes. More info.
  • Community Event: FAMILY SNOW SHOE TOUR
    10am -Noon. Meet at the Dr. Michael Cline Memorial Forest parking area on Bald Hill Rd, Tin Mountain Conservation Center.
    Who’s been here? Was it a fox, a bobcat, or even a fisher? Learn the four basic mammal track patterns and enjoy the morning outside on Tin Mountain’s new Bald Hill property. Families of all ages are welcome and encouraged to attend. Dress warm and bring snowshoes or borrow ours. Call 447-6991 for reservations. More info.
  • United Church of Christ Event: PREPARED to SERVE8am – 8:45 am Registration and Refreshments / 9am – 4pm Workshop • Pembroke Academy,
    209 Academy Road, Pembroke, NH
    Walk-in registration welcome. Download the event brochure to get a preview of this year’s workshop selections. The church will reimburse the registration fee for this event for anyone from our community who wishes to attend! Rev Gail will be attending. Full schedule includes time for worship, attending workshops, viewing exhibits, and enjoying food and fellowship with folks from all over New Hampshire. Over 50 different workshops offered on a variety of topics. 

SUN, Feb 24

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING @ OLD LIBRARY
    8am • Old Library. Hot beverages available. Come for poetry, literature, conversation and prayer.
  • BLESSING of BODIES, BOOTS & BINDINGS
    9:15am • Jackson XC Ski Touring Foundation
    Rev Gail offers blessings to staff, volunteers and skiers.
  • WORSHIP 
    10:30am •  Jackson Community Church.
    * Story: Rev Gail
    * Accompanist: Alan Labrie
  • Community Event: BIZARRE BIRDS
    7pm • Jackson Public Library
    An exciting nature program “Bizarre Birds of the World” with Steve Hale, owner of Open World Explorers. With over 10,000 bird species in the world, there are some amazing featured creatures that stretch our understanding of what it means to be a bird. This entertaining and educational program features extreme examples of birds and bird biology.  Some of the special birds included in this program are the Hoatzin, Kakapo, Oilbird, Standard Wing Nightjar, and more. For more details, visit www.openworldexplorers.com. This lecture is free and open to the public, although a $5 donation is welcome. For more information, please contact the Jackson Public Library at 603-383-9731.

SAVE THESE DATES

WAY STATION WORK DAY
SAT, MAR 2
9am – 4pm
Nativity Lutheran Church

Come help paint and prep more rooms at Nativity Lutheran Church in order to welcome guests of the Way Station, a day resource center to provide essential services to the valley’s homeless and housing insecure population, including showers, laundry, internet access, post office box, lockers and more. Wear old clothing, supplies and paint will be provided! Staff and members of our church are serving as some of the motivating people behind the startup and opening of this new organization! Staff and members of our church are helping kick-start this initiative. 

FAT TUESDAY &
MARDI GRAS CELEBRATION
Tue, Mar 5 • 6-8:30pm

  • Authentic New Orleans recipes (buffet style)
  • Warm-up music by  KHS student jazz ensemble
  • Featured music: live jazz with Heather Pierson’s trio!
  • Come for food & fun & music!
  • Dance and dine with friends!
  • Wear some bling, but we’ll have plenty of fun beads and costumes to share!
  • Suggested donation $5/pp or $10/family.

ASH WEDNESDAY
Wed, Mar 6

  • ASHES to GO
     7-9am @ JTown Deli & Noon-5pm / Church
  • ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
    Ecumenical Observance facilitated by Clergy of the Eastern Slope
    6:30pm • Center Conway Methodist Church

This Week: Nov 12-18

THIS WEEK
at Jackson Community Church and Around Town
THIS WEEK @ JCC: Mon – Music Team; Tue – Deacons; Wed – Pastor’s Hours & Tune-Up Fitness & MIssions Mtg & Council Mtg; Thurs – Yoga & Front Entrance Renovation; Fri – Set Up for Brunch Church & Front Entrance Renovation; Sat – Pvt Wedding; Sun – Interfaith @ Old Library, Choir Rehearsal, Harvest Brunch & Worship plus Thankful in Mountains. COMMUNITY EVENTS: Wed – Oh My Aching Knees (Whitney Community Center)

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