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Week of Dec 13-18 with JCC and around town

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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

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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
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