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jazz with heather Pierson at Majestic Theater

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):

Feb 18-22: President’s Day Weekend through Mardi Gras & Ash Wednesday
with JCC and around Town

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Highlights: Game Day at JCC, snow shoe tours at Tin Mtn & Jackson XC, PCA Mtg, XC skiing, downhill skiiing, apres ski & evening music around town, Entrain at Attitash, Mardi Gras at JCC with Wayne Peabody & Tir Na Nog Musical Society, jazz with Heather Pierson Band at Majestic, Hoot Night at Wildcat, Ashes to Go, worship with Nativity Lutheran, Win It Wednesday at Red Parka

SAT, Feb 18

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: SNOW SHOE Tour 
    2pm • Tin M tn Conservation Ctr, Albany, NH
    • Join us for a snowshoe tour at Tin Mountain’s Nature Learning Center in Albany, NH. Bring your own snowshoes or rent ours*, and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of winter. All are welcome!
    • Non-members:  $15/person or $25/household, snowshoe rental $5/person. Members are Free!
    • Register at tinmountain.org or call 603-447-6991
      *Please arrive at 1:30pm if you are renting snowshoes. Also, bring poles if you prefer to use them while snowshoeing – we do not have any poles.
  • Community Event: XC SKIING & SNOWSHOEING with Jackson Ski Touring
    Trails Open • More info: https://www.jacksonxc.org/trail-report/
  • Community Event: SLEIGH RIDES & SKATING 
    Nestlenook Farm, Jackson, NH • More info: https://nestlenookfarmsleighrides.com/
  • Community Event: DOWNHILL SKIING
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk Apres Ski (4-6) & Scott Baer • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Lazy River Riders • 8-11pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Apres Ski with Al Shafner • 3-5pm  & Jonathan Sarty * 6 • 8:30pm
    • Shovel Handle: Randy Messineo • 5:30-8:30pm
    • Lostbo Pub @ Black Mountain: Steve Haidaichuk• 3:30-5:30pm

SUN, Feb 19

  • DECORATING SANCTUARY for LENT
    11:45am • JCC Sanctuary
    • Remove garland and angels, put up different garland
  • GAME DAY with JCC
    3-5pm • Parish Hall
    • Bring a game, come play a familiar game, or learn a new game. Friends welcome.
    • Snacks provided.
  • Community Event: SNOW SHOE Tour 
    2pm • Tin M tn Conservation Ctr, Albany, NH
    • Join us for a snowshoe tour at Tin Mountain’s Nature Learning Center in Albany, NH. Bring your own snowshoes or rent ours*, and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of winter. All are welcome!
    • Non-members:  $15/person or $25/household, snowshoe rental $5/person. Members are Free!
    • Register at tinmountain.org or call 603-447-6991
      *Please arrive at 1:30pm if you are renting snowshoes. Also, bring poles if you prefer to use them while snowshoeing – we do not have any poles.
  • Community Event: XC SKIING & SNOWSHOEING with Jackson Ski Touring
    Trails Open • More info: https://www.jacksonxc.org/trail-report/
    Also:
  • Community Event: SLEIGH RIDES & SKATING 
    Nestlenook Farm, Jackson, NH •
  • Community Event: DOWNHILL SKIING
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Scott Baer• 6-9pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Heather Dreary •  5:30-8:30pm
    • Lostbo Pub @ Black Mountain: Mitch Alden • 3:30-5:30pm
    • Attitash Ptarmigans Pub: Entrain • 2:30-5:30pm

MON, Feb 20 – President’s Day

  • PROTESTANT CHAPEL ASSOCIATION Annual Meeting
    4pm • Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/96853932521 Alternately, dial with touch tone phone:  929 436 2866 Meeting ID:  968 5393 2521
    • Approval of the February 28, 2022 Annual Meeting Minutes 
    • Approval of the 2022 Treasurer’s Report
    • Election of Officers & Directors
    • President’s Report
    • Membership Status
    • New Business
    • Old Business
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Parkhurst•  5:30-8:30pm
    • Lostbo Pub @ Black Mountain: Dan Aldrich • 3:30-5:30pm

TUE, Feb 21

  • 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
  • PREP & DECORATE for Mardi Gras
    10:45am
    • Volunteers wanted to decorate the Parish Hall for the party and music on Tuesday evening
    • Set up the crepe table
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: XC SKIING & SNOWSHOEING with Jackson Ski Touring
    Trails Open • More info: https://www.jacksonxc.org/trail-report/
  • Community Event: DOWNHILL SKIING
  • MARDI GRAS with JCC
    6-8pm • Parish Hall of Jackson Community Church
    • Live music by Wayne Peabody and the Tir Na Nog Musical Society featuring guitars, banjos and other string instruments!
    • Sweet and savory crepes
      • Michelle Chase providing fresh crepes,
      • Savory crepe fillings courtesy of Sue Carrigan,
      • Sweet crepe fillings courtesy of Tish Hanlon
    • Wear your own bling or borrow ours; Masks and beads available
    • Selfie photo opportunities
    • Free to all; donations welcome
    • RSVP if you’re able, we’re seeking RSVPs to get an estimated ‘head count’ for our chefs: jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org
    • Come even if you cannot or didnt RSVP!
    • For more info, visit jxncc.org
  • Community Event: HOOT NIGHT
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty hosts • 6-8:30pm
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Rafe Matregrano•  5:30-8:30pm
    • Lostbo Pub @ Black Mountain: Jonathan Sarty • 3:30-5:30pm
  • Community Event: HEATHER PIERSON BAND
    6:30pm Doors Ooen /  7:30pm Concert Begins • Majestic Theater
    • The concert will feature traditional jazz, Heather’s own compositions, and Mardi Gras standards by Professor Longhair, Louis Armstrong, and more.   Join Heather Pierson, Shawn Nadeau (bass), Davy Sturtevant (cornet and guitar), Jared Steer (drums), Mike Sakash (clarinet and saxophone), and George Wiese (Trombone) for this Fat Tuesday event.  (video is from 2021 virtual concert.)
    • Tickets and info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/\
    • Our volunteers will have carnival masks (wear them if you have them) and we will be handing out carnival beads to mark this festive event.

WED, Feb 22

  • ASHES to GO (anticipated schedule, some venues pending confirmation)
    • 8-10am: JTown Deli
    • 10:15-11:30am: Autumn Nomad
    • Noon-1:30pm: Glen Ledge Deli / McSheffreys North
    • 2-3:45pm: JCC Sanctuary
    • 4-5:30pm: Red Parka (pending confirmation)
  • ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
    • 7pm • Nativity Lutheran, North Conway
      JCC attends Lutheran service to enjoy local clergy John Heropoulos , MDiv lead the liturgy
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
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