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Sept 19-25: Events with JCC and around Town

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Deacons, fitness, naturalist-led walk, zumba, concerts, C3 conversation, spongy moth program, worship with guest Rev Gordon Rankin, and more!

MON, Sept 19

TUE, Sept 20

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

WED, Sept 21

  • FITNESS CLASS with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • JCC Parish Hall
    Gentle fitness class for all ages and abiliites. All welcome. Free!
    PLEASE PARK away from the building for the next few weeks, while painting continues.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Jeremy Holden • 4-7pm

THURS, Sept 22

  • 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: Dan Parkhurst • 6-8pm
  • Community Event:  SPONGY MOTHS & Other Invasive Insects
    7pm. • Zoom link required.
    • Presented by Tin Mountain’s Wendy Scribner.
    • FREE for Jackson Residents. 

FRI, Sept 23

  • 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 and password required.
    • Join us for cocktails and discussion of this week’s scripture with art
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE CONCERT – Hospers (bass guitar) with Don Davis (sax)
    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.  
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-9pm
    • Shannon Door: Sheehan & Holden • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Diana’s Bath Salts •  8-11pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub; Ryan St Ongue •  5:30-8:30pm

SAT, Sept 24

SUN, Sept 25

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING
    8am • Old Red Library or Zoom link and password required.
    • Join us for poetry, conversation, and prayer.
  • WORSHIP with guest Rev Gordon Rankin
    10:30am • JCC (in-person & zoom)
    • Zoom link and password required.
    • Message: Rev Gordon Rankin
    • Music Sharon Novak
  • Community Event: QUARRY QUERY WALK (Tin Mountain Program)
    10am-Noon • Albany, NH
    • Take a trip back in time on this exploration of the TMCC quarry, its history and the quarrying process. All ages welcome.
    • Program Fee: $15/person or $25/household; members are free! Register online here. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Ryan St Onge • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Blue Sunday with John Lackard Band  • 4-7pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Al Shafner • 5:30-8:30pm

Events with JCC and around town: Sept 14-18

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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

Event with JCC and around town – July 20-24: fitness, zumba, concerts, variety show, naturalist-led walks, cookbook piotluck, research open house, worship and more

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WED, July 20

  • FITNESS CLASS with Laurie McAleer 
    9am • Parish Hall
    Gentle fitness class for all ages and abiliites. All welcome. Free!
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Simon Crawford • 6-9pm

THURS, July 21

  • Community Event: NATURALIST LED HIKES in JACKSON
    10am • Tin Mountain Site, Jackson, NH
    Thursdays 10am-12pm in July & August
    • 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: JUBILEE ARTS: LIVE at the FILLMORE (Allman Brothers Tribute Band)
    6pm – Opening Act Christian Martin • 7ppm – Main . 7pm • Cranmore Mountain Resort
  • Community Events: SEBAGO LONG LAKE MUSIC FESTIVAL (Mountain Top Music)
    6:30pm (doors open) / 7:30pm Perfomace begins • Majestic Theater, Concey, NH
    More info & ticketsL: https://mountaintop.ludus.com/index.php
    • The musicians of the celebrated Sebago Long Lake Music Festival  perform Weber, Piazzolla, & Schumann
    • Carl Maria von Weber (1786-1826): Trio for Flute, Cello, and Piano in G Minor, Op. 63 (1818-19) Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992): Histoire du Tango for Flute and Guitar (1985) Robert Schumann (1810-1856): Piano Quintet in E-Flat Major, Op. 44 (1842)
    • Susan Rotholz, flute; Min-Young Kim, violin; Keiko Tokunaga, violin; Matthew Sinno, viola; Eliot Bailen, cello; Mihai Marica, cello; Oren Fader, guitar; Mihae Lee, piano
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Rafe Matregrano • 6-9pm

FRI, July 22

  • 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  (no Friday classes this summer)**
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATIONS
    5pm • Zoom link & password required
    • Bring your adult beverage and your curiosity for a conversation about our sacred texts.
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE CONCERT – Justin Ramos & Willow Carter
    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.  
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT VERTICALS
    7pm • Cranmore Mountain Resort
    Let’s get vertical! Ski the Whites and Cranmore Mountain are hosting their 5th iteration of the Friday Night Vertical Series, which encourages runners and hikers of all abilities to conquer the slopes of Cranmore in summertime style. The group run to the top starts at 7pm, but those looking for a gentler ascent can always start their run/walk any time after 6pm. $5 registration fee per event. Register online today. Dates available throughout the summer.  
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-9pm
    • Shannon Door: Sheehan & Holden • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Rioley Parkhurst Project • 8-11pm

SAT, July 23

  • PRIVATE MEMORIAL SERVICE
    Noon • Jackson Community Church
    Private family memorial service. The sanctuary and building will be reserved for this purpose.
  • Community Event: RESEARCH OPEN HOUSE (Tin Mountain program)
    9am – Noon • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany, NH
    Come learn what the Tin Mountain research team do with their summers studying the forest and stream ecosystems of the Mount Washington Valley. We’ll be giving a bird banding demonstration, conducting some bird surveys, and collecting and identifying benthic macroinvertebrates. We’ll also have information about the results of our previous research and what we’ve learned from over 10 years of data collection. Our research interns will be eager to give insights into what their time working with bird and trout research has been like, and we’ll have information about our community science projects and how people can get involved.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: COOKBOOK POTLUCK
    4:30pm • Jackson Public Library
    More infoi: http://jacksonlibrary.org/visit/events/
  • Community Event: JOSH & DUSTIN VARIETY HOUR
    7:30pm ¶ Majestic Theater, Conway, NH
    • Live and in person! Original sketches, parody songs and one-liners, plus tribute sketches, special guest interviews, and music from local performers – all in the beautifully renovated Majestic Theater!
      All proceeds from ticket sales go to Jen’s Friends Cancer FoundationProduced by Josh and Darin; sponsored by Mountain Top Music and others. Admission to limited to those over 18 or accompanied by parent / guardian.  Doors and Majestic Cafe concessions open at 6:30 pm, the show at 7:30 pm. Livestream available. 
    • More info & ticketsL: https://mountaintop.ludus.com/index.php
  • Community Event: GARDEN STAGE CONCERT: Jonathan Sarty Band
    7pm • Wildcat Tavern Garden
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Willow Carter • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Echo Tones • 8-11pm

SUN, July 24

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING (pavilion & zoom)
    8am • Pavilion behind Whitney Community Center & Zoom
    • Zoom link & password required
    • Join us for prayer, poetry & literature, and conversation.
  • WORSHIP 
    10:30am • JCC (in-person & zoom)
    • Zoom link & password required
    • Message: Rev Gail Doktor about Jesus’ Parables
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Jeremy Holden • 4-7pm
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