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This week and Labor Day Weekend with JCC and around town: TUE, Aug 29 – MON, Sept 4

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TUE, Aug 29

  • 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
  • CLERGY LUNCH
    12:30pm • Zoom

    • Local clergy convene for conversations, ecumenical event-planning, and peer support. Rev Gail attends.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • NH Council of Churches Event: SEVEN DEADLY SINS of WHITE CHRISTIAN NATIONALISM
    10:30am-4pm / 6:30pm • Concord, NH & Livestreaming

    • Livesteaming the panel discussion with multiple religious leaders including author Carter Heyward
    • You can find a live stream of the evening lecture and panel discussion here.
    • Rev Gail attending workshop.
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night with Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm

WED, Aug 30

THURS, Aug 31

  • Community Event: SCHOOL BEGINS
    Jackson Grammar School

  • Community Event: NATURALIST-LED WALK (final one in series)
    10am-Noon • Jackson Field Station, Tin Mountain Conservation Ctr, Tin Mine Rd., Jackson

    • 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.
    • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Service: WAY STATION SHIFT
    All Day • Way Station, 15 Grove St, No Conway

    • Volunteers open day resource center for showers, mail pickup, grocery distribution, more.
  • Community Event: FUN HOME by M&D PLayhouse
    7:30pm • Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse

    • Additional Dates:
      • Friday, September 01, 7:30pm
      • Saturday, September 02 , 7:30pm
      • Sunday, September 03 , 3:30pm
    • Price: $35.00
    • Description: Music by Jeanine Tesori Book and Lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel. When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life.
    • More info: https://www.mdplayhouse.com/2023-season/
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE THURSDAY: Al Shafner & Candie Tremblay
    5:30pm Doors Open / 6 pm to 8:30 pm Performance • Majestic Theater Cafe, Conway

  • Community Events: MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm

FRI, Sept 1

  • Community Event: SCHOOL CONTINUES
    Jackson Grammar School

  • 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
    • 2pm-5pm • Jackson Library
      Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (resumes in mid-Sept)
  • Community Event: FIRST FRIDAY – John Howell – The British Invasion’s Big Bang: The Beatles on Ed Sullivan, 1964
    11:30am-1pm • Majestic Cafe

    • Music journalist and enthusiast John Howell will host a “listening party” at the Majestic Theatre, sharing stories and examples of the important musical developments of the 1960s and the British Invasion that forever changed the face of American popular music.
    • First Friday performers include Mountain Top faculty and staff, as well as other Mount Washington Valley musicians, who share their music with the community without compensation.
    • All First Friday concerts are open to the public by donation, in keeping with Mountain Top Music Center’s mission of “enriching lives with music.”
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: AJ Worcester Trio
    7pm • Majestic Café

    • Info & tickets: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
    • $10/pp
    • Every Friday night, enjoy jazz, blues, and more in the intimate setting of the Majestic Café. More details above at “learn more”.
  • Community Event: SUNSET CONCERT: Four Sticks
    7:30pm • Believe in Books/Theater in the Woods

    • Four Sticks is a band recreating the music of Led Zeppelin, focusing on the early hits and raw live performances.
    • Tickets: $20/Lawn, $120/Table (up to 4 people)
    • There will be a full bar and a Food Truck at each concert – cash and credit accepted for both!
    • Concerts will happen rain or shine – we have options to be under cover if there’s inclement weather
    • More info: http://www.believeinbooks.org/sunset-concert-series.html
  • Community Event: FUN HOME by M&D Playhouse
    7:30pm • Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse

    • Additional Dates:
      • Thursday, August 31, 7:30pm
      • Saturday, September 02, 7:30pm
      • Sunday, September 03, 2023 , 3:30pm
    • Price: $35.00
    • Description: Music by Jeanine Tesori Book and Lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel. When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life.
    • More info: https://www.mdplayhouse.com/2023-season/
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Sheehan & Holden • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: The Big Picture • 8-11pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Aldrich • 5:30-8:30pm
    • Ledge Brewing (Intervale): Food for Bears • 6-8pm
SAT, Sept 2

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

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: FUN HOME by M&D Playhouse
    7:30pm • Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse

    • Additional Dates:
      • Thursday, August 31, 2023, 7:30pm
      • Friday, September 01, 2023, 7:30pm
      • Sunday, September 03, 2023 , 3:30pm
    • Price: $35.00
    • Description: Music by Jeanine Tesori Book and Lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel. When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life.
    • More info: https://www.mdplayhouse.com/2023-season/
  • Community Event: RIDE NOCO MTB FEST!
    6-9pm • Ledge Brewing, INtervale

    • A celebration of the local mountain biking scene, with films, live music, community vendor showcases, food, beer and a mega gear raffle!
    • Ride Noco is a local trailbuilding coalition that has been hard at work improving and adding to the local MTB trail network. Learn what they have been up to this summer, including a re-vamping of Half Day on Cathedral Ledge!
    • Listen to rocking live tunes from Escape Goat, drink beer, grab a taco, and support the community.
    • Go to ridenoco.org to learn more about the organization.
    • $5 suggested donation.
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Sheehan & Holden • 7-10pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Chris Shallick • 5:30-8:30pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jeremy Dean • 6:30-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Lazy River Riders • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing (Intervale): Ride NoCo MTB Fest! with Escape Goat

SUN, Sept 3

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • Old red library in Jackson / zoom

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation.
    • Zoom link and password required.
  • WORSHIP @ JCC
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Zoom

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Gail Doktor
    • Zoom link and password required.
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall

    • Hospitality after Church
  • Community Event: TIN MOUNTAIN WEEKEND WALK
    2-3:30pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • Join us for a slow-paced walk that takes a closer look at the world around us and explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include an 1800s quarry, beaver pond and resident flora & fauna, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection. These leisurely investigations of the trails, and tour of the Learning Center are perfect for all ages; you are never too young or too old to have a new adventure.
    • Program Fee: $15/person or $25/household
    • Members are free, so consider becoming a member!
    • Register online here. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

  • Community Event: FUN HOME by M&D PLayhouse
    7:30pm • Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse

    • Additional Dates:
      • Thursday, August 31, 7:30pm
      • Friday, September 01, 7:30pm
      • Saturday, September 02 , 7:30pm
    • Price: $35.00
    • Description: Music by Jeanine Tesori Book and Lyrics by Lisa Kron, based on the graphic novel by Alison Bechdel. When her father dies unexpectedly, graphic novelist Alison dives deep into her past to tell the story of the volatile, brilliant, one-of-a-kind man whose temperament and secrets defined her family and her life.
    • More info: https://www.mdplayhouse.com/2023-season/
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Dan Parkhurst • 4-7pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Mitch Alden • 5:30-8:30pm
    • Ledge Brewing (Intervale): Al Hospers Band • 6-9pm
MON, Sept 4 (Labor Day)
  • NO SCHOOL
  • Community Event: WEEKEND WALK with Tin Mountain
    2pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • Join us for a slow-paced walk that takes a closer look at the world around us and explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include an 1800s quarry, beaver pond and resident flora & fauna, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection. These leisurely investigations of the trails, and tour of the Learning Center are perfect for all ages; you are never too young or too old to have a new adventure.
    • Program Fee: $15/person or $25/household
    • Members are free, so consider becoming a member!
  • UCC Event: STAR ISLAND: Midweek 1 Retreat
    Isles of Shoals • Star Island, NH

    • First day of retreat – travel from Portsmouth, NH to Statr Island
    • This retreat is facilitated by Rev M<ary Edes, UU pastor and organizer of the local Mt Washington Valley hospice choir
    • Mpre info about all retreat options: https://starisland.org/programs/
    • More info about Midweek 1, attended by several friends and members of JCC: https://starisland.org/program/midweek1/
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Ledge Brewing (Intervale): Open Mic Night • 5-10m

Upcoming (calendars to watch for activities):

THIS WEEK: WED, Jan 23 – SUN, Jan 27

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WED, Jan 23

  • TUNE UP FITNESS with Laurie McAleer 
    9:30am • Parish House.Fitness class. Free; open to public. Weather dependent; if schools close, the class will be cancelled.
  • MISSIONS TEAM
    4:30pm • Parish House, Jackson Community Church
    Meet to review proposed budget, set program priorities, and schedule of events for 2019. All welcome.
  • ANNUAL POTLUCK & CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
    6pm • Potluck (bring a hot entree, salad or side dish, or dessert to share)
    7pm • Attend business meeting to review and approve budget and governance items such as Council officers.

THURS, Jan 24

  • FLOW & ALIGN YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • First Floor, Parish House / Jackson Community Church. Beginning stretch, flow and align yoga; safe for new practitioners.
  • AA
    6:30pm • Second Floor, Church.

FRI, Jan 25

  • Private Event: AVALANCHE CLASS
    All Day • Second Floor, Jackson Community Church
    Private class providing instruction to outdoor athletes and emergency responder for avalanche preparedness and response.

SAT, Jan 26

  • Community Event: FREEMAN FROST WHITE MOUNTAIN 30K CLASSIC XC SKI EVENT
    More info. Volunteers also welcome: contact Sarah Kimball. 16th year of the White Mountain Classic event: this is a popular citizen’s race and tour and also serves as a one-day New England Nordic Ski Association (NENSA) Championship.  The event lunch, run by the Jackson Grammar School at the Whitney Community Center, is one of the school’s major fundraisers. This is a classic technique marathon utilizing the unique trail systems in and around Jackson Village. The course includes Jackson’s FIS Homologated Course, Wentworth Golf Course, and Eagle Mtn. Fields. Entry includes food stations, post-race meal, awards and random prizes to both racers and tourers. Proceeds will support youth nordic programs in the Mt Washington Valley. Touring Classes are untimed. All skiers 13 and under must tour with an adult.
    BIB PICKUP: Race HQ, Jackson Ski Touring Foundation (JSTF), Jackson Village:
    – Friday 1/25/19 – 5:00-7:00 PM
    – Saturday 1/26/19 – 7:00-9:00 AM
    Register at: https://www.skireg.com/white-mountain-classic-30k Racers: $65 – Thru 1/25/17 at 5:00 pm / $100- Day of Race Registration until 9:00am.
    Tourers: $40 – Thru 1/25/17 at 5:00 pm / $100 Day of Race Registration until 9:00am.
    Kids 13 and under with a participating adult: $20 if received by 1/25/18.

SUN,  Jan 27

  • 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  HQ
    Rev Gail offers blessings to staff, volunteers and skiers.
  • WORSHIP 
    10:30am •  Jackson Community Church.
    • Message: Gail Doktor
    • Accompanist: Alan Labrie
  • Community Event: CARROLL COUNTY STATE REPS @ JTOWN DELI
    Noon • JTown Deli
    Monthly coffee to meet state representatives and learn what’s going on in Concord. Attending this week: Anita Burroughs and Ed Butler.
  • Community Event: DACAPO CONCERT
    4pm • Whitney Community Center
    Continuing the DaCapo tradition of singing popular favorites, the concerts will include arrangements of Gershwin tunes, hits from the 1950s and 1960s, including “California Dreamin’,” “Misty” and “Girl from Ipanema,” and recent releases such as Christina Perri’s “A Thousand Years.” The group is co-directed by conductor Mary Bastoni and accompanist John Waldie. Concert is free to the public, $10/pop or $20/family donations suggested. Members of our church will be in this performance!

THIS WEEK: MON, Dec 10 – SUN, Dec 16

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At Jackson Community Church and Around Town

This week @ JCC: Tue – Deacons Mtg, Wed – Pastors Hours & Fitness with Laurie McAleer; Thurs – Yoga with Anjali Rose; Fri – Pastors Hours, Sun – Interfaith Gathering (old library) & Worship with Christmas Pageant and  Peace & Pizza Concert with Dennis O’Neil & Davey Armstrong. Around town: Tue – Book Group (library), Thurs – Christmas Concert by Jackson Grammar School (Whitney Community Center), Sat – Craft Fair (Whitney Community Center for Jackson Grammar School) & Christmas Bird Count (ends @ Tin Mountain Conservation Center). Plus Save these Dates: Wed, Dec 19 – Peace Program (old red library), Fri, Dec 21 – Longest Night Winter Solstice Celebration (Tin Mountain Field Station, Jackson)

Ongoing: FRONT ENTRANCE RENOVATION
Tamarack Construction proceeds with installation this week. MON, Dec 10

  • Community Event: WAY STATION TEAM MTG
    4pm • Members of Way Station leadership (day resource center for homeless population in Mt Washington Valley) meet with Vaughan Center leaders to review guidelines under which Vaughan will serve as the Way Station’s fiscal agent. Rev Gail and church members serve on this team.

TUE, Dec 11

  • CLERGY LUNCH
    12:30pm • Members of Clergy of the Eastern Slope gather. Rev Gail belongs to and attends this gathering.
  • DEACONS MTG
    4pm. • Deacons meet to prepare for Christmas worship, January services, and to review visitation and community care.
  • Community Event: ADULT BOOK GROUP
    4:30pm • Jackson Public Library
    Did You Ever Have a Family? adult book discussion

WED, Dec 12

  • PASTOR’S HOURS
    7-9am • Glen Ledge Corner Store & Gas Station. Come by for hot beverage and conversation. Or make a date to go for a walk by calling/texting Rev Gail 978.273.0308 or emailing Rev Gail (gaildoktor@mac.com).
  • TUNE UP FITNESS with Laurie McAleer
    9am • Parish House, Jackson Community Church.Fitness class. Free; open. to public
  • Community Event: WAY STATION TEAM MTG
    10am • Nativity Lutheran Church, North Conway.
    Meeting of leadership team to review projects leading up to opening of Way Station in early 2019. Rev Gail & church member serve on this team.

THURS, Dec 13

  • Community Event: AGE-FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES STEERING COMMITTEE
    8:30am • Gibson Center. Reports on the recommendations of subcommittees regarding actionable projects to nurture an age-friendly experience in the Mt Washington Valley. Guided Gibson Center through AARP as agent of World Health Organization. Rev Gail serves on this task force.
  • INTRODUCTORY YOGA with Anjali Rose 
    9am • Parish House, Jackson Community Church Introductory yoga.
  • AA
    6:30pm • Second Floor, Church.
  • Community Event: CHRISTMAS CONCERT
    5:30-7pm • Jackson Grammar School

FRI, Dec  14

  • PASTOR’S HOURS
    7-9am • JTown Deli. Come by for hot beverage and conversation. Or make a date to go for a walk by calling/texting Rev Gail 978.273.0308 or emailing Rev Gail (gaildoktor@mac.com)

SAT, Dec 15

  • Community Event: CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
    Morning • Whitney Community Center.
    Jackson Grammar School’s craft fair. Proceeds from specific tables (White Elephant table) will support the Merriman House’s Music & Memory program for Alzheimer’s patients and the Way Station day resource center serving homeless Mt Washington Valley families. Our Missions team will have a small table at this event.
  • Community Event: CHRISTMAS BIRD COUNT
    All day • Coordinated by Tin Mountain Conservation Center. Join us for the 30th annual North Conway Christmas Bird Count.  Observers  needed for traveling routes by foot, cross country skis, snowshoes, or by car.  You can also tally birds at your feeder. Meet back at the Nature Learning Center at 5pm to tally our counts and share stories from the day. Call 447-6991 to participate. 

SUN,  Dec 16: Advent 3 – Joy

  • INTERFAITH GATHERING @ OLD LIBRARY
    8am • Old Library. Hot beverages available. Come for poetry, literature, conversation and prayer.
  • YOUTH & CHILDREN
    9am • Church. Prep for pageant.
  • WORSHIP with PAGEANT
    10:30am •  Jackson Community Church.
    • Advent wreath-lighting by family.
    • Accompanist: Alan Labrie
    • Special Music: Gia
  • MISSIONS
    11:30am • Jackson Community Church.
    Missions offers gift cards for supported programs.
  • PEACE & PIZZA CONCERT with Dennis O’Neil & Davey Armstrong
    4pm • Jackson Community Church. These local musicians will perform some of their favorite songs with the theme of peace woven into this rollicking musical mix! Donations welcome; open to the public. The Shannon Door welcomes hungry concert-goers to eat pizza afterward (dining out is at each participant’s own cost).

SAVE THE DATE

Community Events:

PEACE PROGRAM
100th Anniversary of Armistice (Ending WWI)
Wednesday, Dec 19

5-6pm • Old Red Library   Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of Armistice and the “War to End All Wars” as the First World War was known. Opportunity for people to bring in poems, songs, artwork, medals received, etc.   Includes:

  • Musical performance of “Christmas in the Trenches” by Dexter Harding.
  • Poetry selections offered by Tony Deluca
  • Other contributions to this topic through poetry, literature and art.

LONGEST NIGHT:
WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION
Friday, Dec 21

4:30pm – 6pm (or later)
Tin Mountain Field Station, Tin Mine Rd, Jackson

  • Guided snowshoe walks by Tin Mountain Conservation Center staff
  • Crafts and readings inside
  • Reflections on darkness & light
  • Bonfire outside
  • More activities!

CHRISTMAS at JACKSON COMMUNITY CHURCH

BLUE CHRISTMAS
Thurs, Dec 20

  • 7pm • Come to reflect on grief & loss in the midst of a holiday season.

ADVENT 4: LOVE
Sunday, Dec 23

  • 9am • Advent Workshop
  • 9am • Choir Rehearsal with Ellen Schwindt
  • 10:30am • Worship with Advent Candle Lighting

CHRISTMAS EVE
Monday, Dec 24

  • 5pm • Candlelight Service
    Sing carols, read and reflect on scriptures that re-tell the Nativity Story, and candlelight service with special music!
  • 10pm • Candlelight Service
    Sing carols, read and reflect on scriptures that re-tell the Nativity Story, and candlelight service with special music!

CHRISTMAS MORNING
Tuesday, Dec 25

  • 10:30am • Pajamas, Stories & Bells. Come to church in PJs to ring bells, sing songs, and hear a special Christmas story.

This Week: Nov 12-18

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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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