Events and reflections on Earth Day: Monday, April 22.
You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make. — Jane Goodall
Events to Celebrate Earth Day
From article in Conway Daily Sun written by Tom Eastman, link to full article: https://www.conwaydailysun.com/community/valley_voice/valley-voice-myriad-ways-to-celebrate-earth-day/article_cf846792-fdd7-11ee-90ba-8b5699265904.htm
- 10am: Meet the Lorax, Book Reading and Earth Day-themed Storybook Trail at Believe in Books Literacy Foundation’s Theater in the Wood in Intervale. Meet-and-greet with the Lorax himself, with a reading of Dr. Seuss’ environmentally themed book of the same name. Families can also walk along the Earth Day-themed Storybook Trail at Theater in the Wood. For more, go to believeinbooks.org.
- 10am: Earth Day Adopt-a-Highway Cleanup with he Chocorua Lake Conservancy i. Join the annual cleanup today along Route 16. Meet at the Grove by Chocorua Lake, near the Narrows Bridge at the end of Chocorua Lake Road close to Route 16. Participants are requested to register at chocorualake.org/events.
- 9am-Noon: Trail Round-Up at Tin Mountain Conservation Center, meanwhile, is hosting aits Nature Learning Center on Bald Hill Road in Albany. Bring work gloves and a water bottle for the Earth Day cleanup while discovering some spring blooms, sounds, birds and frogs.
- 10am-1pm: Earth Day Events at Settlers Green in North Conway, including a “Paint-A-Pot event” where they provide the paint, brushes, smocks and materials. Plus, everyone gets to take home an Earth Day Planting Kit made with biodegradable products, perfect for an indoor window sill flower garden. Limit 100, while supplies last They also invite you to make a $25 donation to The Nature Conservancy’s science-based work to promote biodiversity and mitigate climate change at their Green Hills Preserve here in the Mount Washington Valley. Donors receive a Cotopaxi Luzon 18L Backpack. Limit 100, while supplies last.
Earth Day — Jane Yolen
I am the Earth And the Earth is me.
Each blade of grass, Each honey tree,
Each bit of mud, And stick and stone
Is blood and muscle, Skin and bone.
And just as I Need every bit
Of me to make My body fit,
So Earth needs Grass and stone and tree
And things that grow here Naturally.
That’s why we Celebrate this day.
That’s why across The world we say:
As long as life, As dear, as free,
I am the Earth And the Earth is me.
Take the Mt Washington Valley Pledge with its ten principles (https://www.visitmwv.com/pledge)
- I pledge to plan ahead and be prepared. Research the places you plan to visit for its reservation and parking requirements. Check the weather forecast, and a map of the area you plan to explore. and be prepared to follow pandemic guidelines wherever you stay.
- I will treat others with kindness and respect. Respect each other, each other’s property, and the environment during your visit.
- I will trash my trash. Always carry-out, what you carry-in. Bring trash bags with you to pick up after yourself, and dispose of your waste appropriately. If you see trash left behind by someone else, go the extra mile, and pick up after them.
- I will keep the wildlife wild. Remember, when you’re out on the trail, you’re the one disrupting the animals, not the other way around! Notify NH Fish and Game and Maine Fish and Game when coming across sick or wounded animals. Don’t pursue wildlife or disturb nests, dens, and homes they have built.
- I will stick to the trails. Stay on marked trails to reduce your impact on nature. The land, and its vegetation may be protected, and can be harmed when you veer off-trail. Designated trails also work to separate public property from private property.
- I will take only pictures, and leave only footprints. Keep nature undisturbed. Leave what you find when it comes to plants, flowers, rocks, and trees when climbing or walking a trail. Don’t approach wildlife for any reason, (including getting that perfect selfie shot).
- When nature calls, I will respect nature. Be sure you know the appropriate ways to dispose of human waste when recreating in nature. Always go 200 feet off the trail and away from water sources, dig a proper 6-8 in hole as a makeshift bathroom, and use biodegradable toilet paper.
- I will camp responsibly. Minimize your impact on natural vegetation, and camp on durable surfaces in designated areas and campsites only. If you build a lean-to or a shelter, be sure to dismantle it before moving on.
- I will share the outdoors. Be considerate of others and mindful of the many reasons why someone may be accessing the outdoors. If you’re playing music, be mindful of the volume, and wear earbuds instead of using a speaker. Know your right of way on the trails, and in cross-walks, politely announce your presence to others and take responsibility for yourself.
- I will protect the waterways. Don’t throw your trash away in our lakes and rivers, or dump foreign liquids out into the water. Be sure to wash your boats before launching them in the valley’s lakes and rivers to protect them from foreign pest species, and don’t use lakes and streams as a bathroom.
Ideas for Other Ways to Observe Earth Care and Justice:
- Learn about Earth Day’s history and intention: https://www.earthday.org/history/
- Creation Justice Ministries of the UCC (United Church of Christ): Earth Day resources
- Pope Francis encyclical on environment and human ecology: Laudato Si
Of the Earth
The good man is the friend of all living things. —Gandhi
Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it. Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together … all things connect. —Chief Seattle
Away, away, from men and towns, To the wild wood and the downs, — To the silent wilderness, Where the soul need not repress its music. —Percy Bysshe Shelley
The Earth will not continue to offer its harvest, except with faithful stewardship. We cannot say we love the land and then take steps to destroy it for use by future generations. —John Paul II
What’s the use of a fine house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on. —Henry David Thoreau
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it is the only thing that ever has. —Margaret Mead
One of the first conditions of happiness is that the link between man and nature shall not be broken. —Leo Tolstoy
Nature is painting for us, day after day, pictures of infinite beauty. —John Ruskin
The world is charged with the grandeur of God. It will flame out, like shining from shook foil … the Holy Ghost over the bent World broods with warm breast and with ah! bright wings. — Gerard Manley Hopkins
Walking in Beauty: Closing Prayer from the Navajo Way Blessing Ceremony
In beauty I walk
With beauty before me I walk
With beauty behind me I walk
With beauty above me I walk
With beauty around me I walk
It has become beauty again …
Today I will walk out, today everything negative will leave me
I will be as I was before, I will have a cool breeze over my body.
I will have a light body, I will be happy forever, nothing will hinder me.
I walk with beauty before me. I walk with beauty behind me.
I walk with beauty below me. I walk with beauty above me.
I walk with beauty around me. My words will be beautiful.
In beauty all day long may I walk.
Through the returning seasons, may I walk.
On the trail marked with pollen may I walk.
With dew about my feet, may I walk.
With beauty before me may I walk.
With beauty behind me may I walk.
With beauty below me may I walk.
With beauty above me may I walk.
With beauty all around me may I walk.
In old age wandering on a trail of beauty, lively, may I walk.
In old age wandering on a trail of beauty, living again, may I walk.
My words will be beautiful…
THURS, April 20 – SUN, April 23
THURS, April 20
- Community Resource: LIBRARIES
- 10am-7pm • Jackson Library
Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org - 2-5pm • Bartlett Library
More info: https://www.bartlettpubliclibrary.org/
- 10am-7pm • Jackson Library
- 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: MOANA Jr. by Arts in Motion
7pm • Majestic Theater- Produced by Arts in Motion Theater Company, this is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage.
- Moana JR. features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”
- Tickets from Arts in Motion: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=aim
- Community Event: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
7:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway- Directed by Stacy Sand
- Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=145460
- From the novel by Choderlos de Laclos
- This tale of seduction among aristocrats is set in France before the revolution. Two rivals, Vicomte de Valmont and Marquise de Merteuil, are frenemies who manipulate and connive with the affections and sexual vulnerabilities of others in order to gain power and seek revenge. Their strong attraction to each other only adds to the tension.
- Contains adult themes and situations.
- Community Events: MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
- Red Parka Pub: Bingo for Bartlett Firefighters Association – 5:30-7pm
- Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
FRI, April 21
- Community Event: ZUMBA with Dotti Aiello
8:15am • Whitney Community Center- For more info, contact Dott: dottiaiello@gmail.com
- Just a reminder that class is $5 per person with no sign in. Please bring the correct amount.
- Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile and leave your inhibitions at home!
- FITNESS CLASS with Laurie McAleer (no class this Friday, resumes next week)
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 Dotti Aiello
9:30am • Whitney Community Center- For more info, contact Dott: dottiaiello@gmail.com
- Just a reminder that class is $5 per person with no sign in. Please bring the correct amount.
- Also, bring your water, a small towel and a smile and leave your inhibitions at home!
- Community Resource: LIBRARIES
- 2pm-5pm • Jackson Library
Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- 2pm-5pm • Jackson Library
- MISSIONS MEETING
3pm • Jackson Community Church- Meet to discuss missions team projects including upcoming plant sale, participation in fundraising walks for cancer and Alzheimers, and more
- C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
5pm • Zoom link and password required- Bring your preferred beverage and join us for a conversation about the scripture to be used during Sunday’s worship
- Community Event: MOANA Jr. by Arts in Motion
7pm • Majestic Theater- Produced by Arts in Motion Theater Company, this is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage.
- Moana JR. features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”
- Tickets from Arts in Motion: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=aim
- Community Event: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
7:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway- Directed by Stacy Sand
- Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=145460
- From the novel by Choderlos de Laclos
- This tale of seduction among aristocrats is set in France before the revolution. Two rivals, Vicomte de Valmont and Marquise de Merteuil, are frenemies who manipulate and connive with the affections and sexual vulnerabilities of others in order to gain power and seek revenge. Their strong attraction to each other only adds to the tension.
- Contains adult themes and situations.
- Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Jim McLaughlin (piano), Al Hospers (bass), Tim Gilmore (drums)
7pm • Majestic Theater Cafe, Conway Village- Info & tickets: https://mountaintop.ludus.com/index.php
- $10/pp
- Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
- Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-8:30pm – $5 cover
- Shannon Door: Scott Baer • 6-9pm
- Red Parka: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
SAT, April 22
- MEN’s BREAKFAST
7:30am • Parish Hall, Jackson Community Church- Co-hosted by Barry Chisholm and Chris Doktor
- Chris Doktor will provide breakfast for everyone
- RVSPs welcome; walk-ins encouraged: we want everyone interested to come!
- Brainstorming session by attendess about next steps to kickstart men’s fellowship at JCC
- Community Resource: LIBRARIES
- 10am-2pm • Jackson Library
Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org - 11am-3pm • Bartlett Library
More info: https://www.bartlettpubliclibrary.org/
- 10am-2pm • Jackson Library
- Community Event: MOANA Jr. by Arts in Motion
2pm & 7pm • Majestic Theater- Produced by Arts in Motion Theater Company, this is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage.
- Moana JR. features all the beloved songs from the film, written by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”
- Tickets from Arts in Motion: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=aim
- Community Event: HELIAND CONSORT’s VIGNETTES
7:30pm • Private Home in Silver Lake, NH- The Heliand Consort presents Vignettes, an evocative program of miniatures and songs
- Pianist Cynthia Huard, oboist Katie Oprea, and bassoonist Rachael Elliott return to Mountain Top Music to perform pieces by Haydn, Beethoven, Clemence de Granval, William Grant Still, Chick Corea and others.
- At a spectacular private home in Silver Lake. Directions provided with ticket purchase. Tickets $40.
- More info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
- Community Event: DUCKS & DONUTS
8:30-11:30am • Meeting point available upon registration- 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!
- Space is limited; reservations required. Click HERE to register online or call 603-447-6991
- Cost: $5/member, $15/non-member or $25/household
- Community Event: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
7:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway- Directed by Stacy Sand
- Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=145460
- From the novel by Choderlos de Laclos
- This tale of seduction among aristocrats is set in France before the revolution. Two rivals, Vicomte de Valmont and Marquise de Merteuil, are frenemies who manipulate and connive with the affections and sexual vulnerabilities of others in order to gain power and seek revenge. Their strong attraction to each other only adds to the tension.
- Contains adult themes and situations.
- MUSIC AROUND TOWN
- Red Parka Pub: Lazy River Riders • 8-11pm
- Shannon Door: Scott Baer • 7-10pm
- Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm – $5 cover
SUN, April 23
- INTERFAITH SERVICE
8am • Old Red Library & Zoom, Jackson, NH- Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation. Bring your own hot beverage!
- Zoom link and password required
- WORSHIP @ JCC
10:30am • Jackson Community Church & Zoom- Zoom link and password required
- Music by Sharon Novak
- Message by Rev Gail Doktor
- ANNUAL MTG of NORTH COUNTRY ASSOCIATION of NH UCC Conference
2:30pm • Lancaster Congregational Church, 142 Main Street, Lancaster, NH- Business meeting for the North Country Association, to which Jackson Community Church belongs, as part of the NH Conference of the UCC
- Rev Gail attends and participates
- Other members of JCC interested in participating as voting delegates are welcome and encouraged to attend
- INSTALLATION of REV PAM SPAIN
3:35pm • Lancaster Congregational Church, 142 Main Street, Lancaster, NH- Worship service to officially install Rev Pam Spain at Lancaster Congregational Church
- Rev Gail attends and participates
- Community Event: LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
3:30pm • M&D Playhouse, North Conway- Directed by Stacy Sand
- Tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=145460
- From the novel by Choderlos de Laclos
- This tale of seduction among aristocrats is set in France before the revolution. Two rivals, Vicomte de Valmont and Marquise de Merteuil, are frenemies who manipulate and connive with the affections and sexual vulnerabilities of others in order to gain power and seek revenge. Their strong attraction to each other only adds to the tension.
- Contains adult themes and situations.
- Community Event: SELECTED MAPS of the White Mounbtains: 1852-1903
4pm • Jackson Historical Society- Join presenter Peter Benson
- Following Peter’s first presentation on Early Maps of New Hampshire, Peter will now lead a presentation on White Mountain Maps from 1852 – 1903. This transformative period in American and World history brought many advances in communication and transportation, while at the same time creating a longing for the bucolic scenes of rural America. The White Mountain region, known as “The Switzerland of North America”, was at the forefront of welcoming visitors to the area, and numerous maps of many styles were created to satisfy the needs of a burgeoning tourist economy. We will look at sixteen maps of various styles and accuracy, from the Golden era of the Grand hotels and railroads.
- For more information on becoming a member of the Historical Society, visiting the JHS, future programs or becoming a volunteer docent, contact the Historical Society at (603) 383-4060.
- MUSIC AROUND TOWN
- Shannon Door: Scott Baer • 6-9pm
- Red Parka Pub: Greg Walsh • 5-8pm
FRI, NOV 12- SUN, NOV 14
SAT, Nov 12
- UCC Event: STAR ISLAND AUCTION
Nov 12-21 • Virtual
More info and register to bid: http://starisland.org/starrynight/ - WAY STATION BD of DIRECTORS RETREAT
8-1pm • Conway, NH - Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
10am-2pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATIONS
DELAYED START: ** 5:30pm ** Zoom link required.
Read and discuss scripture, enjoy artwork inspired by the text, and relax with your favorite (adult) beverage at home over zoom. Note the delayed start time: 5:30pm! - Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
- Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner • 6-9pm
- Shannon Door: Reklis • 6-9pm
SAT, Nov 13
- UCC Event: STAR ISLAND AUCTION
Nov 12-21 • Virtual
More info and register to bid: http://starisland.org/starrynight/ - Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
10am-2pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
- Wildcat Tavern: Jon Butcher Blues Project • 7-10pm –
Dinner reservations required. Concert tix $35/pp. Must call for reservations. (603) 383-4245. More info: https://www.wildcattavern.com/events/the-jon-butcher-blues-project/ - Shannon Door: Mitch Alden • 7-10pm
- Wildcat Tavern: Jon Butcher Blues Project • 7-10pm –
SUN, Nov 14
- INTERFAITH GATHERING
8am • Old Red Library next to church (indoors) & Zoom link required.
Poetry and conversation. Join us. Bring your own hot beverage on cold mornings! - CHOIR REHEARSAL
9am • Zoom link required. - WORSHIP & IN-PERSON
10:30am • Zoom link required.- Join us for worship with music, scripture, prayer and reflection.
- Live music by Alan Labrie
- Message with Rev Gail Doktor
- In-person attendance requires social distancing and masking for all attendees (additional precautions may be changed based on COVID stats and CDC guidelines).
- Service will also be live-streamed to website and Facebook (if technology supports this function on the day of event). Afterward, recordings of worship service will be posted to Facebook, Vimeo.com channel & Youtube.com channel.
- UCC Event: NORTH COUNTRY ASSOCIATION Annual Meeting
3pm – Hosted by First Congregational Church, North Conway
Rev Gail and JCC delegate(s) will attend this annual meeting. - UCC Event: STAR ISLAND AUCTION
Nov 12-21 • Virtual
More info and register to bid: http://starisland.org/starrynight/ - Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
- Shannon Door: Reklis • 6-9pm
MON, Nov 15
- Community Event: DINE to DONATE at FLATBREAD (Tin Mountain)
4-9pm • Flatbread, North Conway, NH
Eat delicious pizza and support Tin Mountain – it’s a win-win! Here’s how it works – visit Flatbread on Monday 11/15 and a portion of all pizza sales will be donated to Tin Mountain.
STAR ISLAND AUCTION
Nov 12-21
- MORE INFO & REGISTER to BID: http://starisland.org/starrynight/
QUILT AUCTIONAuction thru Mon, Nov 29
- Auction benefits the WAY STATION
- Queen-sized quilt made by retired nurse and minister and VNA hospice chaplain Sue Davidson
- To place bids, visit the auction site: https://www.biddingowl.com/Auction/index.cfm?auctionID=28595
Also: DINE to DONATE on MON, NOV 29 4-9pm • Flatbreads in North Conway
- Proceeds benefit the Way Station which serves the valley’s homeless and housing-insecure population
This Week at JCC and around town: July 20-25
Highlights: Hike, fitness class, yoga, MWV Jewish film forum, music at local venues & Music under the Tent (library), Awareness in Sanctuary series (Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation), C3 conversation, shabbat service, worship and more
TUE, July 20
- Community Event: CHAIR YOGA – A Healthier You with Anjali Rose
9:15am • Zoom. (Zoom pre-registration link)
6-week series/online class sponsored by the Friends of the Whitney Center. We explore various exercises to improve posture, balance and strength using the core weight of the body and light hand weights. This fun and insightful class is for all ages and abilities. Simply bring a chair, two blocks, a strap and light hand weights. - CLERGY LUNCH
12:30-2pm • Zoom.
Meeting of Clergy of the Eastern Slope for peer work and community networking. Rev Gail attends. - Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
10am-7pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
WED, July 21
- FITNESS with LAURIE McALEER
9am • JCC Parish House (in-person)
Join us for a free, gentle fitness class. Please let Laurie McAleer know you will attend. Masking and social distancing required. - Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
2-5pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- Community Event: FLOW & ALIGN YOGA with Anjali Rose
5pm • Zoom. (Zoom Pre-registration link)
Class sponsored by the Friends of the Whitney Center. We will explore the body, mind and soul with mindful movement. These yoga classes are intentionally created with sequences to instill strength, flexibility and mobility. This fun and community oriented class is for all ages and abilities. Simply bring a mat, strap, block and blanket. - Community Event: WHITE MOUNTAIN CEILI BAND
5:30 – 9pm • Wildcat Tavern Dinner reservations required: 800-228-4245 or 603-383-4245.
The musicians will play on the porch of the Igloo a safe distance from guests and vice versa. Join Michael Levine (guitar), Dexter Harding (tenor banjo), Siena Kaplan-Thompson (fiddle) & Fiona Howell (flute) for traditional Irish Session music. Stomp your feet, clap your hands, and dance a little jig as these accomplished musicians play centuries old tunes. For more information on the White Mountain Ceili Band visit: whitemountainceiliband.com
THURS, July 22
- Community Event: NATURALIST LED HIKE in JACKSON
- 10am • Tin Mountain Conservation Center Field Station, Jackson
Registration required link. Or call Call 447-6991.
Join Tin Mountain Conservation Center for weekly hikes at the Jackson Field Station property every Thursday in July & August. 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. - Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
10am-7pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- Community Service: WAY STATION SHIFT
1pm • Food pickup
2:30pm • Curbside package preparation
5pm • Shift at curbside with guests
@ 15 Grove St, North Conway, NH
Rev Gail and JCC volunteers serve this weekly outreach to local homeless and housing-insecure residents. - Community Event: WHITE MOUNTAINS JEWISH FILM FORUM – AMERICAN PASTORAL
7:30pm • Register (required) here: Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ode-gpzwqHNMrAgWIy847oogkB4MPSZ2A Watch the film first on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, YouTube, ahead of time on your own and then join the group at 7:30pm for a conversation led by author Benjamin Taylor. From Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation: A film based on the novel of the same name by Philip Roth: Seymour “Swede” Levov comes of age just after World War II, in a thriving and triumphant America. A legendary high school athlete, the diligent and successful inheritor of his father’s glove factory, the proprietor of an eighteenth-century stone house in the heart of WASP country, the devoted husband of a beautiful and intelligent wife, and the father of a charming daughter, the Swede appears to have fulfilled the ambitions of generations of struggling forebears. But his carefully constructed life begins to collapse as he and America face the challenges of the turbulent sixties, and he sees his adored daughter, Merry, turn first into a rebellious adolescent and then into a revolutionary terrorist. As Swede Levov watches in bewilderment everything he treasures, everything so industriously created by his family over the course of three generations, is blown up by an angry girl’s bomb. American Pastoral is a wrenching and cathartic piece of work. It is a book about America: about loving and hating it, about wanting to belong and refusing to belong.
FRI, July 23
- Community Event: AWARENESS in the SANCTUARY — Deep Eyes
9:30-10:a5am • Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation, Bethlehem, NH / Zoom
Led by Jacki Katzman, Movement Mentor, BHC member and Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner®.
Registration Required for All participants. Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUode2rqjkqGtZyCr28HqH3tWbTa1ZGTvRX Questions? Please contact Jacki – jackisue@aol.com. Upcoming sessions: July 30 – Resting on Inside Eyes, August 6 – Prayer Hand Eyes – Direct Your Attention. A donation to the Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation for the 4-lesson series ($50), or $15 per single session, will be appreciated. Participants have the option of Zoom or in-person attendance in the sanctuary. Open your eyes to fresh perspectives, guided by principles of the Feldenkrais Method. “Fresh Perspective” begins with a topical reading selected by Rabbi Donna Kirshbaum followed by a guided, body-based meditation. Lessons are appropriate for people of all abilities, body types, levels of fitness, faiths and spiritual orientations. . - Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
2-5pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATIONS (zoom link)
5pm • Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83028442916
Option: Call in via touch-tone phone: 929.436.2866 Meeting ID: 83028442916 (#)
Conversation about this week’s scripture. - Community Event: SHABBAT SERVICE
6pm • In-Person @ Bethlehem Hebrew Congregation Sanctuary & Via Zoom
To join us on Zoom, please register here: bhcsynagogue1920@gmail.com - Community Event: MUSIC at SHANNON DOOR: Mike Malkin & Becca Deschenes
Evening • Shannon Door
SAT, July 24
- Community Resource: LIBRARY OPEN
10am-2pm • Jackson Library- Return to full hours of Tu&Th 10-7, W&F 2-5, Sa 10-2. We will continue to close on Sunday for the time being.
- Masks and distance will be strictly required while in the building. If you’re unable to mask, you can still take advantage of our pickup or delivery service – simply let us know what you need.
- One family at a time in the kids room.
- Bathrooms and meeting room remain closed.
- Contact the library for additional help: 603.383.9731 or by email: staff@jacksonlibrary.org
- Community Event: GARDEN STAGE CONCERT SERIES – TYLER JAMES KELLY
Evening • Wildcat Tavern
Link: Tickets and reservations required.
https://www.wildcattavern.com/events/the-garden-stage-dinner-concert-series-with-tyler-james-kelly/ Two shows per night, 4:30p-6:30p (Seating 3:45p), 7p-9p (6:45p Seating), Tables have a max of 6 people, All Events are 21 years and older only. - Community Event: MUSIC at SHANNON DOOR: Bobby Sheehan & Jeremy Holden
Evening • Shannon Door
SUN, July 25
- INTERFAITH GATHERING (ZOOM & IN-PERSON)
8am • Pavilion behind Whitney Community Center & Zoom
Zoom link required; Email jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org for info.. Join us for poetry, prayer and conversation. - VIRTUAL WORSHIP (ZOOM & IN-PERSON)
10:30am • Zoom link required; Email jcchurch@jacksoncommunitychurch.org for info.- Join us for worship with music, scripture, prayer and reflection.
- Live music by Alan Labrie
- Message with Rev Gail Doktor
- Stay for virtual coffee hour (via Zoom only).
- Singing in community now practiced.
- In-person attendance requires social distancing, masking requested for non-vaccinated individuals.
- Service will also be live-streamed to website and Facebook (if technology supports this function on the day of event). Afterward, recordings of worship service will be posted to Facebook, Vimeo.com channel & Youtube.com channel.
- Community Resource: MUSIC under the TENT – Shana Aisenberg (Appalachian & Contra Dance Fiddle)
4pm • Jackson Library tent and lawn
Bring chairs and a picnic. Come early for space under the tent. - Community Event: MUSIC at SHANNON DOOR: Bobby Sheehan & Jeremy Holden
Evening • Shannon Door
THIS WEEK at Jackson Community Church and Around Town MON, July 8 – SUN, July 14
MON, July 8
- Community Service: WAY STATION HOURS Volunteers from JCC work “family hour” shift at Way Station. Rev Gail attends. To indicate interest in becoming a volunteer with this program, please contact the Way Station.
- Community Event: DINNER BELL
5-6pm • Brown Church / Conway Congregational Church
Free community meal for local residents.
TUE, July 9
- Community Event: WAY STATION BOARD of DIRECTORS
Leadership meeting to address client needs and requests, signage, facility use, community engagement, volunteer training, policy questions. - CLERGY of the EASTERN SLOPE
12:30pm • Lunch for local clergy from Mt Washington Valley faith communities. Rev Gail attends. - Community Event: NATURALIST LED HIKES in JACKSON – Tin Mountain Summit
10am – Noon • Tin Mountain Field Station, Jackson
Meet at the lower parking lot at TMCC, 31 Rockwell Dr (off Tin Mine Road), in Jackson, NH. Tin Mountain’s naturalist will explain the historic use of the property, help identify plant species, and point out animal signs. Participants of all ages a welcome. Program fee of $5/person or $20/family; members free. - Community Event: ADULT BOOK GROUP
4:30 – 5:30pm • Jackson Public Library
Monthly on the second Tuesday - Community Event: JACKSON FARMER’S MARKET
3:30 – 6:30 pm • Thompson House Eatery, Jackson, NH
Local vendors, live music, fresh produce. -
Community Event: NATURALIST LED WALKS
6:30 – 7:30pm • Nature Learning Center, Albany
Join a Tin Mountain naturalist for a dusk-time stroll through the Rockwell Sanctuary. Listen for birds, frogs, and evening insects. All ages welcome. Program fee of $5/person or $20/family; members free.
WED, July 10
- TUNE UP FITNESS with Laurie McAleer
9am • Parish House. Fitness class. Free; open to public.
Stretching and fitness workouts with certified fitness coach Laurie McAleer. Exercises can be adjusted to individual needs. - Community Event: WEDNESDAYS at WILDCAT – Hike to Thompson Brook Falls
Noon- 2pm • Wildcat Mountain Ski Area, Pinkham Notch
Explore Pinkham Notch with a Tin Mountain naturalist and learn about the diverse ecology of the region. Program topics change weekly and range from learning about the flora and fauna of the forest and fresh water ecosystems to those of the higher alpine environment, including wildflowers, mosses, waterfalls, frogs, and moose to the geology of the surrounding mountains and Presidential Range. Programs are free and open to the public. Alpine program requires the purchase of a gondola ticket. More info. - Community Event: LIVE MUSIC with RILEY PARKHURST
7-10pm • Thompson House Eatery
THURS, July 11
- YOGA with Anjali Rose
9am • 1st Floor, Parish House / Jackson Community Church.
Beginning stretch, flow and align yoga; safe for new practitioners. Fee for this program. - Community Event: STORY TIME – A Universe of Stories
10:30am • Jackson Public Library - Community Service: WAY STATION HOURS Volunteers from JCC work “adult hour” shifts at Way Station. Rev Gail attends. To indicate interest in becoming a volunteer with this program, please contact the Way Station.
- Community Event: COASTING for KIDS
9:30 am – 6:00 pm • Storyland, NH
Raise $100 or more for Give Kids the World and get exclusive ride time before the park opens on Polar Coaster and Roar-O-Saurus, a cool event t-shirt, PLUS your admission for the day is free! More info. -
Community Event: ECOFORUM – Aerial Insectivores: The Who, What, Where, and Why of an Emerging Conservation Issue
Noon • Nature Learning Center, Albany
Aerial insectivores are birds that feed on insects captured in flight, and include nightjars, swifts, flycatchers, and swallows. Dr. Pamela Hunt, NH Audubon, will provide an overview of these species’ biology and population trends. An optional field component will follow the EcoForum presentation. - Community Event: NATURALIST LED BOAT CRUISE
4 – 5:30pm • East Shore Drive, Madison
Location: Meet at the Silver Lake Boat Launch on East Shore Road in Silver Lake, NH. Tin Mountain Conservation Center is teaming up with Fish Nerds Guide Service to offer 90-minute boat cruises. Price: $25/person, $15/child 16 and under. $5 discount for TMCC members. Due to the limited space on the cruises, reservations are required. Call Tin Mountain at (603) 447-6991 to reserve your space; payment at time of reservation. -
Community Event: WILDLIFE of the NORTH COUNTRY
7-8pm • Whitney Community Center, Jackson
Who lives north of the notch? Join us for a pictorial exploration of the wildlife of northern New Hampshire offered by Tin Mountain Conervsation staff. Focus on the animals that call Lake Umbagog area home, including moose, osprey, loons, and bald eagles. - AA
6:30pm • Second Floor, Church.
FRI, July 12
- PASTOR’s DROP-IN HOURS
7-9am • J-Town Deli
Come for caffeine, conversation. Or make a separate date to meet with Rev Gail by calling her cell (978) 273.0308 or email. - PASTOR’s OFFICE HOURS
9:30-11:30am • Church. Drop by or make an appointment to meet with Rev Gail by texting or calling her cell (978) 273.0308 or by email.
SAT, July 13
- MEN’S BREAKFAST
7:30am – 9am • Wentworth
Food & conversation for friends and members of church. - Community Event: UMBAGOG CANOE TRIP
6:30am – 5pm • Meet at Jackson Historical Society
Led by Tin Mountain Conservation staff. Ply the waters of Lake Umbagog National Wildlife Refuge where loons, bald eagles, osprey, and moose abound. Bring binoculars and a hearty lunch. Use your own canoe/kayak or borrow ours. Call 447-6991 for reservations. $10/person.
SUN, July 14
- INTERFAITH GATHERING @ GAZEBO
8am • Gazebo. Hot beverages available. Come for poetry, literature, conversation and prayer. - BIBLE STUDY with REV GAIL
9:15am • 2nd Floor / Council Room, Church
All welcome. We will discuss lectionary passages for this week: Colossians 1: 1-14 and Luke 10:25-37. - WORSHIP
10:30am • Jackson Community Church.
* Story: Rev Gail
* Accompanist: Alan Labrie
* Special Music: Sue Titus Reid - MEMBERSHIP CLASS
11:45am • 2nd Floor / Council Room, Church
Questions about Jackson Community Church, its history and theology? Want voting privileges? Wonder what membership means? Come for Q&A with deacon and member, plus pastor.