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Events at JCC and around town: Aug 1-4

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Thurs, Aug 1 – Sun, Aug 4

 THURS, Aug 1

  • Community Event: NATURALIST LED HIKE in Jackson
    11am • Tin Mountain Conservation Center – Jackson Field Station property.

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: SUMMER READING ADVENTURE
    3:30pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Join Meredith for an amazing hour of LEGO building projects!
    • Summer Adventures begin at the Jackson Public Library!  This summer program series for elementary school-aged children (parents are welcome to join us) will run weekly from July 11th-August 8th from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
    • On Thursday, August 15th at 4 p.m., we will have our grand finale, hosting storyteller extraordinaire Simon Brooks.  Come join the adventure.  All programs are free and open to the public. Weather permitting, these programs will be held outside under the tent behind the library.
  • Community Event: KNITTING in KNOTS
    4pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Bring your knitting or any portable needling project you may have to the library.  All levels are welcom
  • Community Event: ARTS JUBILEE – NOT FADE AWAY BAND
    5-9pm• Cranmore Mountain Resort

    • Thursday night summer concert series at the base of Cranmore’s North Slope. Doors open at 5pm, opening act at 6pm, main performance at 7pm.
    • Ultimate Grateful Dead Experience!
    • Pre-order tickets online, or pay at the gate.
    • Adults $18 | Seniors $12 | Students $5 | Kids 12 & under FREE
    • Tickets and info: https://www.artsjubilee.org/2024-concerts.html
  • Community Event: GRAVEL RIDE & BEERS
    5-8pm • Start and end at Ledge Brewery

    • This summer, Ride the Whites, will be hosting a weekly Thursday Night Gravel ride.
    • Ride starts and ends at Ledge Brewery located in Intervale.
    • The group ride will feature two groups, a sporty spandex group and the party pace no drop group.
    • Each group will ride between 50 – 60 minutes on Town Hall Road and turn back and retrace their tire tracks back to Ledge
  • Community Event: THURSDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Kevin Dolan and Simon Crawford
    7pm • Majestic Cafe

    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
    • Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.  The Friday Night jazz series typically has a $10 per person cover charge.  Thursdays and Saturdays at times have a cover charge but others do not; for the latter no cost reservations are accepted. Doors at 6 pm; come in early and grab a panini before the music starts.  Music starts generally at 7pm unless otherwise indicated.
    • Email boxoffice@mountaintopmusic.org with questions or other inquiries.
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Parkhurst • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewery: Jim McLaughlin Group • 5-8pm

FRI, Aug 2

  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer9:30am • Jackson Community Church
    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-5pm • Jackson Library (more info: https://jacksonlibrary.org/)
  • Community Event: FIRST FRIDAY with Dark Train Express
    1pm • Majestic Cafe

    • Get your beat on with Dark Train Express: Chad Cummings, keys and vocals; Eben Eastman and Gideon Richard, guitars; and Andrew Reese, drums. They’ll share original songs and more!
    • The Majestic Cafe opens at 11:30 for fresh-made paninis and charcuterie platters, plus beer, wine, spirits, craft cocktails and mocktails, bottle water and selected soft drinks.
    • 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.
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • Zoom

    • When we session, join us over zoom for a conversation based on the scripture below. Bring your favorite adult beverage, your questions, and your curiosity
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Michael Beling & guests
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
    • The Majestic Cafe has tables for parties of 2 and a limited number of tables for 3 or 4.  If you are a party larger than 4, some of your party will be seated at a different table.  Please note that on busy nights you may be seated at a table with another party.
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT VERTICAL
    6-8pm • Cranmore Mountain Resort

    • This series is for all abilities so whether you run or hike it.
    • Time: For those who want a head start, you can hop on the course anytime after 6:00PM. The group start is at 7:00PM and there will be no official timing. Pizza afterward, location Arlberg building.
    • Cost: $5 (venmo @wmskico is a great option!)
    • Waivers – there are two waivers to fill out, one time for the season. RTW and Cranmore.
    • Cranmore has a no dog policy.
    • No alcoholic drinks alowed on premise including the parking lot.
    • For more information, click here.
  • Community Event: SUNSET CONCERT SERIES: Side Cars Band-Tribute to the Cars
    6:30 Opening Act / 7:30 Main Act • Believe in Books Campus Outdoor Amphitheater, Intervale

    • Join us for 10-weeks of live music in outdoor amphitheater regardless of weather.
    • Children under 10 years old are free!
    • Bring your own lawn chair or blanket – Chairs will not be available to purchase or rent at this venue.
    • We ask that you do not bring your own food and drinks. There will be a bar and food truck available during this event.
    • For handicap and wheelchair accessibly ONLY, guests may be dropped off down at the theater entrance but will need to park up top. Please reach out to us at 603-662-3374 for assistance.
  • Community Event: GARDEN STAGE with KEVIN DOLAN & AL SHAFNER
    6:30-8:30pm • Wildcat Tavern Outdoor Garden Stage

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Red Parka: Lazy River Riders •  8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Dan Parkhurst • 6-9pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Don Pride • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Way of The Headband W/ Brianna Straut • 6-8pm

SAT,  Aug 3

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: SLOW WALKING
    10am • Tin Mountain Conservation Center

  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE: Billie Thibodeau Trio
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • $5 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
    • The Majestic Cafe has tables for parties of 2 and a limited number of tables for 3 or 4.  If you are a party larger than 4, some of your party will be seated at a different table.  Please note that on busy nights you may be seated at a table with another party.
  • Community Event: FLAMENCO with Juanito Pascual & Neli Tirado
    7:30pm • Majestic Theater

    • Revel in the heart-pounding rhythms of Flamenco music, and marvel at the elaborate dance moves of Neli Tirado in this encore presentation. Be sure to get your tickets before they sell out!
    • Doors open at 6:30. Visit the Majestic Cafe for beer, wine, craft cocktails and mocktails, bottled water and selected soft drinks.
    • Reserved seats are $35; 18 and under are $5. Orders of 10 or more tickets receive a 15% discount.
    • Link: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

  • Community Event: JACKSON COVERED BRIDGE DANCE
    7-10pm • Jackson Covered Bridge

    • Bring your own chair and picnic goodies
    • Many JCC folks will be gathering there to dance and eat and hang out
    • This is the 20th year celebrating this event. Join Jon Sarty and the White Mountain Boys as they lead us in a night of music, dance, and community spirit. Music starts at 7:30 PM and continues through 10:30 PM.
    • For more information, see link below: https://jacksonnh.com/event/2024-covered-bridge-dance/
  • Community Event: GARDEN STAGE with JONATHAN SARTY BAND
    7-9pm • Wildcat Tavern Outdoor Garden Stage

  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: Chris Houston • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka: Sorry Larry • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Blue Grit • 6-9pm

SUN, Aug 4

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • Old Red Library (or outside if weather permits)
  • WORSHIP with COMMUNION
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream

    • Livestream to Facebook & jxncc.org – which also appears on jxncc.orgwebsite).Worship through zoom is discontinued, watching livestream is now the way to connect.
    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Gail Do/ktor
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

Wed, June 12 – Sun, June 16 (Father’s Day Weekend) with JCC and Around Town

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WED, June 12

  • YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • Jackson (check with Anjali Rose re location)

  • Community Event: CANASTA GAMES
    4-6pm • Old Red Library
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: BOOK GROUP with Jackson Public Library: Before the Coffee gets Cold 
    4pm • Jackson Public Library

    • This month we will be reading and discussing Before the Coffee gets Cold  by Toshikazu Kawaguchi.  All adult readers are welcome to join our discussion.  Books are available at the library.
  • Community Event: MOUNTAIN TOP COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA
    6pm • Majestic Theater

    • The Mountain Top Music Community Orchestra, under the direction of Laurie Turley, plays a variety of music for late spring and summer. Pieces range from the humorous “Chopstix Variations” by Jerry Brubaker and Leroy Anderson’s lively “Fiddle Faddle,” to the sublime “Vocalise” by Sergei Rachmaninoff.
    • Admission by donation at the door, or on line. $10/person, $20/family suggested. Doors open at 6 PM. Visit the Majestic Cafe for beer, wine, spirits, craft cocktails and mocktails, bottled water and a selection of soft drinks.
  • COUNCIL
    7pm • Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/96853932521?pwd=bjNpNktQMjYrQTNiUVZDd3FhcGUzZz09

    • Church leadership meets to make decisions to support the ministry and operations of the church community
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Trivia • 6:30pm • $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Giving Wednesdays with Raffle • North Conway Community Center
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Aldrich • 6-9pm

THURS, June 13

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: KNITTING in KNOTS
    4pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Bring your knitting or any portable needling project you may have to the library.  All levels are welcome.
  • Community Event: EXPLORING 4-H STEM PROGRAM
    5pm • Jackson Public Library

    • A basic agenda would be:
      • review your goals as parents for 4-H STEM programs
      • introduce possible 4-H program formats they could be regular group meetings, or occasional programs or other.
      • review parent/volunteer roles
      • Questions and next steps
  • Community Event: HOYT WILDLIFE SANCTUARY EXPLORATION (Member Only)9am – Noon • Corner of Route 153 and Horseleg Hill Road in East Madison, NH, just south of Purity Spring Resort’s Main Office, “The Mill” (Members Only)
    • Join Tin Mountain Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry and explore the historic NH Audubon Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary. Situated on the south shore of Purity Lake in East Madison NH, this exquisite 135 acre property, where geologic history meets human history, is the home of eskers, a kettle pond, heath beaver bog plus 1800’s foundations, cemetery and a dug well. The 3 mile walk is a local treasure.
    • Please be aware that this tour will last approximately 2.5 hours and involves walking outdoors, including inclines, declines and uneven ground. Please wear appropriate footwear, dress for the weather, and bring bug spray as desired.
    • Contact Info: Heather McKendry, hmckendry@tinmountain.org, 603-447-6991
    • Related Links: Autubon Hoyt Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Community Event: GRAVEL RIDE & BEERS
    5-8pm • Starts and Ends at Ledge Brewery

    • This summer, Ride the Whites, will be hosting a weekly Thursday Night Gravel ride. Ride starts and ends at Ledge Brewery located in Intervale. The group ride will feature two groups, a sporty spandex group and the party pace no drop group. Each group will ride between 50 – 60 minutes on Town Hall Road and turn back and retrace their tire tracks back to Ledge.
  • Community Event: THURSDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Heather Pierson Trio
    7pm • Majestic Cafe

    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
    • An intimate nearly 50 seat venue in the storefront next to the Majestic Theatre, the Majestic Cafe serves wine, beer, craft cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and paninis with a close-up view on music from the region’s most creative performers.
    • Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.  The Friday Night jazz series typically has a $10 per person cover charge.  Thursdays and Saturdays at times have a cover charge but others do not; for the latter no cost reservations are accepted. Doors at 6 pm; come in early and grab a panini before the music starts.  Music starts generally at 7pm unless otherwise indicated.
    • Email boxoffice@mountaintopmusic.org with questions or other inquiries.
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Ryan St Onge • 6-9pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Randy Messineo • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewery: Jim McLaughlin Brewery • 5-8pm

FRI, June 14

  • FITNESS CLASS  with Laurie McAleer  (Cancelled this week due to Laurie’s health)
    9:30am • Jackson Community Church

    • Free to all participants.
    • Gentle, chair-based stretch and fitness for all levels of ability
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-5pm • Jackson Library (more info: https://jacksonlibrary.org/)
  • Community Event: DIGGING into DEMOCRACY: Heather Cox Richardson

    4pm • Whitney Community Center

    • As part of the Jackson Public Library and Whitney Community Center’s Digging Into Democracy series, historian, author, educator and creator of Letters from a American, Heather Cox Richardson, will remotely present and answer questions at the Whitney Community Center on Friday, June 14th, starting at 4 pm. From 5-6 pm there will be discussion about what was shared.
    • We are expecting a large crowd and want to make sure we are set up to handle the number of people attending, so if you have not signed up, Click Here
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (no session this week; resumes June 21st)
    5pm • Zoom
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Randy Messineo • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Food for Bears • 6-8pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Don Pride • 6-9pm
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Jed Wilson and Mike Sakash
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
    • The Majestic Cafe has tables for parties of 2 and a limited number of tables for 3 or 4.  If you are a party larger than 4, some of your party will be seated at a different table.  Please note that on busy nights you may be seated at a table with another party.

SAT,  June 15

  • Community Event: SLOW WALKING with Tin Mountain
    10-11:30 am • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany, NH 03818

    • Join Tin Mountain’s Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced exploration of Tin Mountain’s beautiful property. Whether we visit Chase Pond, the 1800’s granite quarry or 14 acre Mountain Laurel Loop – our Albany trails offer spectacular wandering for all ages.
    • $15 per person/$25 per household
    • Members are free… consider a membership!
    • Pre-registration welcomed, but not required.
    • Heather McKendry: hmckendry@tinmountain.org,603-447-6991
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Dennis O’Neil and Davey Armstrong
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe
    • The Majestic Cafe has tables for parties of 2 and a limited number of tables for 3 or 4.  If you are a party larger than 4, some of your party will be seated at a different table.  Please note that on busy nights you may be seated at a table with another party.
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty ($5 cover) • 7-9pm
    • Shannon Door: Dan Aldrich • 7-10pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Echotones • 6-8pm
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm

SUN, June 16

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE (resumes Sun, June 23)
    8am • Old Red Library (or outside if weather permits)
  • WORSHIP with FATHER’s DAY OBSERVANCE

    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook & jxncc.org – which also appears on jxncc.orgwebsite).Worship through zoom is discontinued, watching livestream is now the way to connect.

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Peter Canty
    • Facilitation by Meg Phillips and deacons
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

  • FINAL DAY to COMPLETE JCC SURVEY
  • Community MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT around town:
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Tim Dion • 4-7pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Randy Messineo • 4-6pm
Upcoming (calendars to watch for activities):

Events on Mothers Day Weekend at JCC and around town: Fri, May 10 – Tue, May 14

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FRI, May 10

  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (resumes May 17) – 5pm by zoom when meeting
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    • 2-5pm • Jackson Library
      Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
  • Community Event: JGS PLAYGROUND BUILD
  • Community Event: OPEN STUDIO ART SALE
    10am-5pm • Jackson Art Studio

    • Open Studio Show Hours: (at Jackson Art)
      Addtiional hours: Saturday, May 11: 10am-6pmSunday, May 12: 10am-4pm
      (complimentary muffins and mimosas for Mother’s Day for 21+)
    • 0ver 500+ pieces of original ART from our studios!
    • Sketches, demos, and orphaned paintings sale
    • We’re cleaning out our studios and offering you discounted prices!
    • More info: Jackson Art Studio & Gallery | 603-387-3463 | melanie@jacksonartnh.com  www.jacksonartnh.com
  • Community Event: TGI Friday Bookshare
    3pm @ Jackson Public Library:

    • What have you read lately?  Something fantastic?  Something not so fantastic?  Come share with us during our Friday afternoon book share.  All are welcome to come and share what books you are reading, what’s on your TBR (to be read) pile, and what you are looking forward to reading.  This is a great time to learn about new titles, authors, and genres that other JPL readers are reading.
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Sheehan & Holden • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Mitch Alden Deo • 6pm
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Ellen Rowe and Mike Sakash
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe

SAT,  May 11

  • Community Event: JGS PLAYGROUND BUILD
  • Community Event: OPEN STUDIO ART SALE
    10am-6pm • Jackson Art Studio

    • Open Studio Show Hours: (at Jackson Art)
      Addtiional hours: Sunday, May 12: 10am-4pm
      (complimentary muffins and mimosas for Mother’s Day for 21+)
    • 0ver 500+ pieces of original ART from our studios!
    • Sketches, demos, and orphaned paintings sale
    • We’re cleaning out our studios and offering you discounted prices!
    • More info: Jackson Art Studio & Gallery | 603-387-3463 | melanie@jacksonartnh.com  www.jacksonartnh.com
  • Community Event: BIRDING in BROWNFIELD BOG
    7-10am • SMart in Brownfield

    •  Meet at S-Mart in Brownfield
    • Join birders of all levels on this weekly bird walk through the Brownfield Bog and view the rich diversity of bird life that makes its way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack.
    • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online
  • Community Event: WEEKEND WALK with TMC
    10am • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • May is a fun time to explore the woods and witness, firsthand, the miraculous daily changes. See ephemeral blooms, year-round and  seasonal birds nesting, renewed activity in Chase Pond and all types insects and amphibians – these harbingers of spring are always a welcome sight.
    • Join Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced walk that explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include an 1800’s quarry, beaver pond and diverse forests, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection.
    • Non-member tour:  $15/pp or $25/household
    • Members are FREE, so consider becoming a member!
    • Click here to register or call 603-447-6991. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

    • Also open by appointment.
    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm.  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Denny Breau • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Al Shafner • 7-10pm
    • Red Parka: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Blue Grit • 6-8pm

SUN, May 12: MOTHERS DAY

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE – resumes on Sun, May 19th
  • WORSHIP with MOTHERS DAY OBSERVANCE
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook & jxncc.org (adding Youtube post-sabbatical) – which also appears on jxncc.org website).Worship through zoom is discontinued, watching livestream is now the way to connect.

  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: MT WASHINGTON CHORAL SOCIETY: The Creation
    3pm • Majestic Theater

    • The Mt. Washington Choral Society performs THE CREATION, by Franz Josef Haydn.
    • Conducted by George Wiese, featuring guest soloists and orchestra utilizing period instruments. Learn more about this musical masterpiece here.
    • Reserved seating by donation – $15-$35. Link for tickets/seats by donation: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
    • Doors and the Majestic Cafe, serving wine, beer, craft cocktails, bottled water and soft drinks, open at 2 PM.
  • Community Event: MOTHERS DAY FLOWER ARRANGEMENT WORKSHOP
    2pm • Ledge Brewing

    • Flower arranging workshop hosted by Ruthie’s Flower Shop.
    • Please reserve tickets HERE
  • Community Event: OPEN STUDIO ART SALE
    10am-4pm • Jackson Art Studio

    • Complimentary muffins and mimosas for Mother’s Day for 21+
    • 0ver 500+ pieces of original ART from our studios!
    • Sketches, demos, and orphaned paintings sale
    • We’re cleaning out our studios and offering you discounted prices!
    • More info: Jackson Art Studio & Gallery | 603-387-3463 | melanie@jacksonartnh.com  www.jacksonartnh.com
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Blues Sunday with Blues Pirates • 5-8pm

MONDAY, May 13

  • Community Event: FAMILY STORIES PROGRAM
    6:30-8:30pm • Whitney Community Center

    • The Program is FREE and unlimited, so feel free to invite others you know who might be interested in attending.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-8pm • Bartlett Library

TUESDAY, May 14

  • FITNESS with Laurie McAleer
    9:30am • Jackson Community Church Parish Hall

    • Chair fitness, ideal for beginners or advanced people, with stretching, resistance, and some minor weight lifting work
    • Can be customized to your needs and abilities
    • Free program available on Tuesday and Friday mornings at JCC
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Deacons Meeting
    7pm • Zoom

  • Community Event: WORLD of HOME EXCHANGE
    7pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Edith Houlihan will share her experiences in the world of Home Exchange. The Home Exchange network is a contemporary version of the barter system. It’s a system based on trust for those seeking to slow down travel and live like a local, and for those with a passion for learning, teaching, and sharing what they have with others from around the world. Home exchanging opens up a whole new globe of travel options. Edith will share her experiences and tips that have allowed her and her family and friends to engage in over 200 exchanges around the world and “live their life somewhere else.”
  • Community Event: BOOK DISCUSSION of The Other Side and Back by Sylvia Brown
    7pm • Bartlett Public Library

    • In preparation for our special program featuring Sara Moore of Enlightened Horizons (5/28 at 7 pm) we will be reading The Other Side and Back: A Psychic’s Guide to our World and Beyond by Sylvia Browne.  Sylvia is a world-famous psychic and New York Times bestselling author, in this book she takes readers on “an unprecedented and comprehensive “tour” of the afterlife—a world-changing revelation that has helped millions live for today, tomorrow, and forever…”.  Copies of the book are available in the library, please join us for what promises to be an other worldly discussion!
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night with Jonathan Sarty  • 7-9pm

May 3-5: Events with JCC and around town

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FRI, May 3

  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (resumes May 17) – 5pm by zoom when meeting
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Mitch Alden • 6-9pm
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: McCoy Mrubata / Gary Wittner Duo
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe

SAT,  May 4

  • Community Event: VALLEY CLEANUP DAY
    8:30-10am • Whitney Community Center – Jackson site for supplies

  • Community EVent: BIRDING in BROWNFIELD BOG
    7-10am • Meet at S-Mart in Brownfield

    • Join birders of all levels on this weekly bird walk through the Brownfield Bog and view the rich diversity of bird life that makes its way north to rest or nest. Bring binoculars (or borrow ours), rubber boots, and a snack.
    • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online.
  • Community Event: WEEKEND WALK with TMC
    10am • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • May is a fun time to explore the woods and witness, firsthand, the miraculous daily changes. See ephemeral blooms, year-round and  seasonal birds nesting, renewed activity in Chase Pond and all types insects and amphibians – these harbingers of spring are always a welcome sight.
    • Join Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced walk that explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include an 1800’s quarry, beaver pond and diverse forests, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection.
    • Non-member tour:  $15/pp or $25/household
    • Members are FREE, so consider becoming a member!
    • Click here to register or call 603-447-6991. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society

    • Also open by appointment.
    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm.  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: DUCKS n DONUTS with Tin Mountain Team
    8:30am • At Meet at Maine Visitors Center, Rt 302 Fryeburg

    •  Meet at Maine Visitors Center, Rt 302 Fryeburg
    • The streams and ponds are opening up and ducks are returning.  We’ll explore the old course of the Saco River and other open water in search of wood ducks, hooded mergansers, common golden eyes, and other early migrants.  Bring binoculars and we’ll bring the donuts!
    • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; $5/member.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online.
  • Community Event: THE ELEPHANT MAN by M&D Playhouse
    7:30pm • M&D at the Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse, 2760 White Mountain Highway

  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Ryan St Onge • 7-10pm
    • Ledge Brewing: DRKSIDE & May the 4th Be With You Party • 6-8pm

SUN, May 5

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE – resumes on Sun, May 19th
  • WORSHIP
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook & jxncc.org (adding Youtube post-sabbatical) – which also appears on jxncc.org website).Worship through zoom is discontinued, watching livestream is now the way to connect.

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Sue Davidson
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org
  • Community Event: THE ELEPHANT MAN by M&D Playhouse
    3:30pm • M&D at the Eastern Slope Inn Playhouse, 2760 White Mountain Highway

  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Dan Aldrich • 6-9pm

ALSO:

TUESDAY, May 7

  • Community Event: FLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP with Carrie Scribner
    Whitney Community Center

    • Are you ready to learn Carrie’s secrets to flower arranging? Learn how to clean and process flowers. Discover how to design an arrangement based on color schemes, shapes, patterns and textures. This fun workshop is just in time for Mother’s Day! Treat yourself, bring a friend, and enjoy this fun workshop! The $50 fee covers all materials and you will go home with a beautiful creation of your very own.
    • Sign up: https://friends-of-the-whitney-community-center.square.site/

SABBATICAL COVERAGE & Events at JCC and around town for THURS, April 11 – WED, April 17

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SABBATICAL COVERAGE

  • Rev Gail is on sabbatical for 5 weeks (until after Mothers Day) to welcome her family’s first grandchild.
  • Sun, April 14, 21 & 28: Rev Walt Hampton will preach and offer emergency pastoral support in April. Rev Walt is being called as fulltime pastor to First Church, North Conway, UCC. He is now a fulltime resident of Bartlett, NH. Highlights from his bio are featured in our April INSIDE OUT newsletter, which you can view at this LINK.)
  • Sun, May 12: Beloved hospice chaplain and regional sacramental minister Rev Sue Davidson will celebrate communion with JCC during worship and provide our message for the day. She is both a retired nurse and recently retired from her role as the pastor at Center Conway United Methodist Church; she periodically provides support to other local churches, and has been guest preacher for JCC many times.
  • Mother’s Day on Sun, May 12: JCC’s own Erica Corbett-Klein, mother of twins Vivian and George who are students at Jackson Grammar School, facilitator of the local French Conversation group, and educator, will be our guest speaker for Mother’s Day.
  • During Rev Gail’s sabbatical, if you need pastoral care, please contact Deacon Wendy McVey or Deacon Sue Carrigan by phone. They will put you in touch with minister(s) available to provide pastoral support thru Mid-May.

THURS, April 11 – WED, April 17

THURS, April 11

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Food for Bears • 6-8pm
  • Community Event: ‘WildCARD’ featuring Rafe Matregrano, Al Shafner, Craig Bryan, & Don Walden
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • $5 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe

FRI, April 12

  • Community Event: ZUMBA with Dottie
    8:15am • Whitney Community Center, Jackson

    • $5/pp
  • 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: LINE DANCING with Dottie
    9:15ma • Whitney Cmmunity Center, Jackson

    • $5/pp
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
    2-5pm • Jackson Library (more info: https://jacksonlibrary.org/)

    • 3-4pm • TGIF BOOK SHARE:
      What have you read lately?  Something fantastic?  Something not so fantastic?  Come share with us during our Friday afternoon book share.  All are welcome to come and share what books you are reading, what’s on your TBR (to be read) pile, and what you are looking forward to reading.  This is a great time to learn about new titles, authors, and genres that other JPL readers are reading.
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (resumes May 17) – 5pm by zoom when meeting
  • Community Event: A SONG for MOTHER WATER
    7pm • Majestic Theater, Conway

    • Celebration of the earth’s water in story, song and poetry.
    • Envisioned by Fredericka Chapman and presented by Theater for the Earth.
    • Using story, song and movement.
    • For tickets and more info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Tin Mountain Trivia • 6-8pm
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE FRIDAY: Mike Hathaway Quartet
    7pm • Majestic Cafe, Conway

    • Walk-ins are always welcome, but space is limited; reservations are available to guarantee your seat and to indicate a seating choice.
    • The Friday Night jazz series has a $10 per person cover charge.
    • Doors at 6 pm; music  at 7pm.
    • Come in early and grab a panini before the music starts
    • Info and tickets:: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/cafe

SAT,  April 13

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

    • Also open by appointment.
    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm.  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: A SONG for MOTHER WATER
    7pm • Majestic Theater

    • Celebration of the earth’s water in story, song and poetry.
    • Envisioned by Fredericka Chapman and presented by Theater for the Earth.
    • Using story, song and movement.
    • For tickets and more info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Red Parka: Mitch Alden • 8-11pm
    • Shannon Door: Al Shafner & Jeremy Dean • 7-10pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Diana’s Bath Salts • 6-8pm

SUN, April 14

  • INTERFAITH SERVICE
    8am • JCC sanctuary

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation
    • Participants facilitate the gathering while Rev Gail is on sabbatical, resumes in regular format on Sun, May 19
  • WORSHIP
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Livestream to Facebook (adding Youtube post-sabbatical)
    (which also appears on righthand nav bar of jxncc.org website) virtual zoom is discontinued

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Message by Rev Walt Hampton (being called as fulltime pastor of First Church, North Conway, UCC)
  • HOSPITALITY following church
    11:30am • Parish Hall
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical Society (Also open by appointment.)

    • More info: https://www.jacksonhistory.org/
    • White Mountain Art Sale
      • The Jackson Historical Society is holding its 21st annual White Mountain Art Sale. There are currently over 50 items from private collectors, primarily 19thcentury paintings. To see the online catalog, go to https://www.jacksonhistory.org/catalog.html. Items are available to purchase as they arrive, so check the catalog frequently to see new additions.
      • The Society is open Saturdays and Sundays 1-3pm  If you are interested in a painting, the Society can open by appointment. Contact info@jacksonhistory.org
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Red Parka: Blue Sunday with Erin Harpe Duo • 5-8pm
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm

MON, April 15

  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: A MORNING with MARY ESPOSITO
    10am • Majestic Theatre

    • Program presented by the Mountain Garden Club: A morning with Mary Ann Esposito!
    • Mary Ann Esposito, creator of the PBS series Ciao Italia, will offer insights from her most recent cookbook, Ciao Italia: Plant, Harvest, Cook!
    • Each attendee who purchases a ticket by Monday, March 25 will receive a copy of Ciao Italia: Plant, Harvest, Cook! at no additional charge.
    • General seating. Doors open at 10 AM. VERY LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE CALL NEYSA AT 617-816 4642
  • Community Event: CHAMBER MUSIC CLASS SPRING CONCERT – Frostiana and more
    7pm • Majestic Theater

    • Mountain Top’s Monday night chamber music class plays Randall Thompson’s “Frostiana,” settings of beloved Robert Frost poems. The program includes other small-group pieces.
    • Admission by donation. The cafe will not be open for this event.

TUE, April 16

  • 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
  • CLERGY of the EASTERN SLOPE
    12:30pm • Zoom

    • Local clergy gather for peer support, collaborative event planning and conversation
  • Community Event: COMPOSTING: Turning Table Scraps into Garden Gold
    7-8:30pm • Whitney Community Center

    • Learn practical tips for turning a year of vegetable, lawn and garden discards into rich compost using familiar garden tools, mostly free materials, and a bit of productive exercise. Topics will include different methods of backyard composting. Materials that are appropriate for maintaining an active pile. The importance of aeration, humidity and temperature, plus much more.
    • Program is taught by Allan Brooks, composter with a wealth of hands-on knowledge to share
    • FREE sign up at https://whitneyccprograms.com/
  • Community MUSIC & EVENTS around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night facilitated by Jon Sarty • 7-9pm • $5 cove
    • Ledge Brewing: Ping Pong Night • 5:30pm & Ledge Trivia Night • 6:30pm

WED, April 17

  • YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • JCC Parish Hall

    • Anjali Rose will be teaching yoga remotely for 6 qeeks and rhe class will meet in JCC parish hall
    • $5 class charge
  • Community Event: CANASTA GAMES
    4-6pm • Old Red Library
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community MUSIC & EVENTS around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Trivia• 7-9pm • $5 cover
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