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Events at JCC and around town: WED, Mar 6 – SUN, Mar 1

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WED, Mar 6
  • 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
  • CHILD LOSS GRIEF GROUP
    1pm • Old Red Library

    • CHILD LOSS GRIEF GROUP:. Specifically for households who have experienced the death a child of any age. Currently we’re using the 1pm, Wednesday time slot. We are considering an evening time slot in addition to the afternoon meeting times, and will update you about availability of the facility. Next meeting: April 3 @ 1pm
    • SPOUSE/PARTNER abd ADULT RELATIONSHIP LOSS GRIEF GROUP also meets once per month. Specifically for households who have experienced the death of a spouse, partner, adult sibling or parent or other adult relationship. Next meeting: April 10 @ 1pm
    • Both groups are free, and open to the community. Rev. Gail Doktor, trained as a hospice chaplain, will facilitate. Pass along this info to anyone whom you know, who might need such a support network.
    • Questions should be directed by text or voicemail to Rev Gail’s cell: 9078.273.0308. Thank you! — Rev Gail Doktor, gaildoktor@mac.com, cell: 978.273.0308
    • OTHER GRIEF RESOURCES:
      • SACO RIVER VALLEY GRASP – Grief Recovery After Substance Passing
        (Death, suicide or overdose-involved death that involves or was associated with substance use). Saco River Valley GRASP Chapter: Contact Person: Kelly Forrest, Email Address: memakelly4@gmail.com, Primary Phone Number: (603) 726-1025.
      • VNA/HOSPICE VIRTUAL BEREAVEMENT GROUP is ongoing in the valley via zoom. It is facilitated by Sue Davidson, retired nurse and retired pastor of Center Conway’s United Methodist Church and currently the VNA’a hospice chaplain. This ‘living with loss’ group is free, but you need to obtain info through the VNA.
        • WHEN: Wednesdays, 5:30pm to 6:30pm
        • WHERE: Groups meet via Zoom. To get your Zoom log in information or to confirm group dates and times, please contact VNHCH’s hospice chaplain Sue Davidson: suedavidson@roadrunner.com. No registration necessary; free and open to the public.
  • SKI, SOUP & VESPERS

    4pm • Ski / 5:45pm • Soup / 6:45pm • Vespers

    • Ski on slushy icy trails open to any participants who want to tackle the uncertain terrain of the 1k ski loop at Jackson XC; meet at JCC parking lot at 4pm
    • Soup supper by Sue Carrigan and helpers
    • Vespers service led by Nativity Lutheran team
  • WAY of the CROSS
    Ongoing • JCC Sanctuary

    • Icons and stations of cross available for personal spiritual contemplation and journeys
  • Community MUSIC & EVENTS around town:
    • Wildcat Tavern: Trivia• 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Red Parka Pub: Jonathan Sarty • 5-7:30pm

THURS, Mar 7

  • XC SKIING:
  • DOWNHILL SKIING:
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: SMALL MAMMAL POPULATIONS in WHITE MOUNTAINS (Tin Mtn program)
    7pm •Tin Mountain Nature Learning Ctr

    • Small mammal (rodent and shrew) populations throughout the White Mountains undergo significant changes in abundance from year to year. However, the factors that influence these population changes are not well understood. Josh Willems, PhD candidate at UNH, has been focusing his research on teasing out the effects of beech mast, forest structure, and climate on small mammal populations utilizing a 30-year dataset from the Bartlett Experimental Forest. Join us to learn more about his findings and what this tells us about the area’s small mammal population.
    • $5/person or $10/household for non-members; members are free.
  • REFUGIA TEAM MTG
    5pm • JCC

    • Refugia team meets Peter Ilgenfritz to tour facility and conduct meeting about on going project
  • FELTING EASTER EGGS with Kathy Seymour 

    6pm • JCC Parish Hall

    • Group of 15-16 crafters will learn to felt easter eggs with guidance
    • This program is fully booked and reserved.
  • WAY of the CROSS
    Ongoing • JCC Sanctuary

    • Icons and stations of cross available for personal spiritual contemplation and journeys
  • Community Event: MAJESTIC CAFE THURSDAY:: Kevin Dolan & Simon Crawford
    6:30 pm Performance • Majestic Theater Cafe, Conway

  • MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Shovel handle Pub: Rek’lis Duo• 5:30-8:30pm
FRI, Mar 8

  • 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/)
  • FRIDAY SLIDERS & GLIDERS
    1pm • Jackson XC Ski Touring Ctr

    • Meeting every Friday; Be ready to go at 1pm, finishing up about 3pm. If you need to rent equipment it is available at an additional cost (click here for rates and options.) Bring water, trail snack, and appropriate attire.
    • Weather and snow/trail condition dependent
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION
    5pm • Zoom only

    • Zoom link and password required.
  • WAY of the CROSS
    Ongoing • JCC Sanctuary

    • Icons and stations of cross available for personal spiritual contemplation and journey
  • Community Event: ANIMALS in WINTER (Jackson Public Library)
    4:30pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Winter means cold, ice, snow, and shorter days. How do New Hampshire animals survive these conditions? Join a naturalist from Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, along with two live animals up close to find out about various successful adaptations they use to cope with the stresses of winter.  Visiting animals may include porcupine, Great Horned Owl, opossum, skunk, woodchuck, Eastern Screech Owl, turtles, or hawks.  This program presented at no cost to the community and open to all with generous support from the Friends of Jackson Public Library.
    • For more information to answer any questions please contact the library: (603) 383-9731
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Ledge Brewing: Food for Bears • 6-8pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner• 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Blue Matter • 8-11pm
    • Shovel handle Pub: Rek’lkis Duo • 5:30-8:30pm
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Mike Sakash, Craig Bryan, & Al Hospers
    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
  • KROKA WILDERNESS GROUP STAYS OVERNIGHT
    4pm (Fri) – 8am (Sat) • JCC

    • Kroka is a nonprofit wilderness expedition school based in Marlow, NH. For those of you who want to learn more about Kroka go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fGfGOdIloc. Quite impressive!
    • Our guests will be walking from Bartlett to Jackson.
    • This includes 15 Kroka students and faculty and we would like to have 15 Jackson community members.
    • CHURCH IS OFF LIMITS until this group departs on Saturday morning.

SAT,  Mar 9

  • 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 Event: SKINNY SKIS & SESSION ALES
    10am – 1pm • Tin Mountain Nature Learning Ctr, Albany

    • Join Tin Mountain naturalists as we explore the newly created trail system on the Lori Jean Kinsey Arboretum and adjacent private Bald Hill lands at Tin Mountain Conservation Center in Albany.  Moderate climbs, downhill descents, and sweeping switchbacks await us as we summit Bald Hill, explore hemlock stands, and enjoy unique views of surrounding peaks.  Participants will need to provide their own ski setup (classic-style/touring) and trails are rated intermediate.  Afterwards we will convene at a neighborhood brewpub for fun drinks and appetizers for those interested.
    • $15/person or $25/household for non-members; members are free.
    • Reservations required; call 447-6991 or click to register online.
  • Community Event: SNOW SHOE TOUR
    10am-11:30am  • Tin Mtn Nature Learning Center

    • Join Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced snowshoe tour that explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include animal tracks, sightings and a beaver pond, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection. Winter is the perfect season to see evidence of our year-round residents and enjoy our winter landscape. If you need snowshoes we have them in all sizes!
    • Non-member tour:  $15/pp or $25/household & snowshoe rentals $15pp
    • Members are Free and may borrow snowshoes to use on property, so consider becoming a member!
    • Click here to register or call 603-447-6991. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • WAY of the CROSS
    Ongoing • JCC Sanctuary

    • Icons and stations of cross available for personal spiritual contemplation and journeys
  • Community Event: MWV ADAPTIVE SPORTS PROGRAM Fundraiser
    4-8pm • Ledge Brewing

    • Silent Auction to support MWV Adaptive Sports!
    • Free and open to the public. Hundreds of great prizes on display in the Barrel Room, bid early and often to support an excellent cause!
    • BluGrit Blues band in the Falcon Room 6-9pm
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Apres Ski w/Al Shafner • 3-56pm – $5 cover / Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Apres Ski w/Marty Quirk 4-6pm / Scott Baer • 7pm
    • Red Parka: Blue Matter • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Blue Grits Band • 6-9pm / Adaptive Ski Program Fundraiser • 4-8pm
    • Black Mountain: Jonathan Sarty • 3:30-5:30pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Randy Messineo • 5:30-8:30pm

SUN, Mar 10

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

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation.
    • Zoom link and password required.
  • LENTEN CHOIR
    9:15m • JCC

    • Come to the sanctuary to practce Lent and Easter songs
  • WORSHIP @ JCC
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church & Zoom

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

    •  Hospitality after Church
  • WAY of the CROSS
    Ongoing • JCC Sanctuary

    • Icons and stations of cross available for personal spiritual contemplation and journeys
  • 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: BUILDING EFFECTIVE & EQUITABLE CLIMATE SOLUTIONS
    7-8:30pm • Whitney Community Center

  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Scott Baer • 6-9pm
    • Black Mountain: Chris Schalick • 3:30-5:30
    • Red Parka: Mitch Alden • 5-8pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Ryan St. Onge • 5:30-8:30pm

Events at JCC and around Town: THURS, Feb 22 – SUN, Feb 25

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THURS, Feb 22 – SUN, Feb 25
(School Vacation Week)

THURS, Feb 22

FRI, Feb 23

  • 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/)
  • FRIDAY SLIDERS & GLIDERS
    1pm • Jackson XC Ski Touring Ctr

    • Meeting every Friday starting January 7  – March
    • *Be ready to go at 1pm, finishing up about 3pm. If you need to rent equipment it is available at an additional cost (click here for rates and options.) Bring water, trail snack, and appropriate attire.
  • C3: COCKTAILS & CHRISTIAN CONVERSATION (meet in-person @ 6pm for STATIONS of the STEEPLE)
    • We will meet at church for the 6pm pop-up art show in lieu of the zoom bible study
  • STATIONS of the STEEPLE: A Day in the Life of Jackson (popup art show – opening tonight with artist Brian Healy)
    6pm • JCC Sactuary

    • Architect Brian Healy offers introductory remarks about his contemporary series of paintings featuring the JCC steeple
    • Explore the paintings, ask questions, enjoy a conversation about art , creativity, and spirituality
    • Local artist and architect Brian Healy, FAIA, shares the inspiration for his series of contemporary oil paintings featuring the JCC steeple at different hours of the days and seasons of the year.
    • Following his introduction, guests are invited to explore the 10 small paintings and 6 larger paintings on display around the sanctuary. He will be available for questions and conversation.
    • The installation of paintings will remain available for viewing in the sanctuary of the church through the end of February. Free and open to the public.
    • The front doors into the church’s sanctuary are open 24/7.
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Ledge Brewing: Food for Bears • 6-8pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner• 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: The Big Picture • 8-11pm
    • Black Mountain: Chris Schalick • 3:30-5:30
    • Shovel handle Pub: Randy Messineo • 5:30-8:30pm
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: Tom Robinson with Brian Hathaway & Rick Erwin
    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

SAT,  Feb 24

  • 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 Event: POPUP ART SHOW by Jackson Art Gallery
    11am-8pm • Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, NH in the Presidential Ballroom.

    • Winter POP-UP Art Show & Sale at the Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, NH in the Presidential Ballroom.
    • The show will open on Saturday, Feb 24 from 11am-8pm with a “Meet the Artists” reception from 5-8pm. It will continue on Sunday, Feb 25 from 10am-4pm.
    • There will be fine art in oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel and woodblock prints from both local and nationally recognized artists.
    • For more info visit our website at https://www.jacksonartnh.com/
  • Community Event: SNOW SHOE TOUR
    10am-11:30am  • Tin Mtn Nature Learning Center

    • Join Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced snowshoe tour that explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include animal tracks, sightings and a beaver pond, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection. Winter is the perfect season to see evidence of our year-round residents and enjoy our winter landscape. If you need snowshoes we have them in all sizes!
    • Non-member tour:  $15/pp or $25/household & snowshoe rentals $15pp
    • Members are Free and may borrow snowshoes to use on property, so consider becoming a member!
    • Click here to register or call 603-447-6991. Walk ins welcome.
  • Community Event: FAMILY FULL MOON EXPLORATION
    5:30-7pm • Tin Mountain Nature Learning Center

    • It’s an evening of family fun! Join the staff on an evening snowshoe ramble through the beautiful fields and forests of TMCC’s Albany campus. We will see whoooo is out and about under February’s full moon. Be sure to dress warm. Designed for families, snowshoe rentals are included in the cost for any who needs them as well as a warm beverage to end the evening.
    • Program fee: $15/ family for members; $25/family for non-members
    • This program is currently full. Please call 603-447-6991 to be put on the wait list.
  • XC SKIING:
  • DOWNHILL SKIING:
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Apres Ski w/Al Shafner • 3-56pm – $5 cover / Jeremy Dean • 7-9pm – $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Apres Ski w/Marty Quirk 4-6pm / Scott Baer • 7pm
    • Red Parka: Carbon 14 • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Jim McLaughlin Band • 6-9pm
    • Black Mountain: Steve H. Deviant Music • 3:30-5:30pm

SUN, Feb 25

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

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

    • Message by Rev Gail Doktor
    • Music by Sharon Novak
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall

    •  Hospitality after Church
  • XC SKIING:
  • DOWNHILL SKIING:
  • Community Event: POPUP ART SHOW by Jackson Art Gallery
    10am-4pm • Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, NH in the Presidential Ballroom.

    • Winter POP-UP Art Show & Sale at the Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, NH in the Presidential Ballroom.
    • The show will open on Saturday, Feb 24 from 11am-8pm with a “Meet the Artists” reception from 5-8pm. It will continue on Sunday, Feb 25 from 10am-4pm.
    • There will be fine art in oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel and woodblock prints from both local and nationally recognized artists.
    • For more info visit our website at https://www.jacksonartnh.com/
  • Community Event: SNOWSHOE TOUR 
    1:30-3pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • Join Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced walk that explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include an 1800s quarry and beaver pond, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection. Winter is the perfect season to see animal tracks and evidence of our year-round residents. Variable trail conditions, so bring traction devices if you have them.
    • Once the snow flies, the walks will be snowshoe tours and members may borrow snowshoes from TMCC while non-members can rent snowshoes. We have all sizes!
    • Non-member tour:  $15/pp or $25/household & snowshoe rentals $15pp
    • Members are Free and may borrow snowshoes to use on property, so consider becoming a member!
    • Click here to register or call 603-447-6991. Walk ins welcome.
  • 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: Scott Baer • 6-9pm
    • Black Mountain: Steve H. Deviant Music • 3:30-5:30pm
    • Red Parka: Blue Sunday with Ken Clark & Brave Souls • 5-8pm

EPIPHANY WEEKEND

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Sat, Jan 6 & Sun, Jan 7

(All calendar listings are subject bto change due to weather events.)

Sat, Jan 6

  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Apres Ski w/ Marty Quirk 4-6pm / Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Shark Martin • 8-11pm
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Black Mountain: Randy Messineo • 3:30-5:30pm
    • Thorne Hill Inn: Piano Lounge •:
    • Ledge Brewing: Clandestine Funk • 6-9pm

Sun, Jan 7 – Epiphany Weekend

  • INTERFAITH
    8am • Zoom only due to snow storm recovery (anticipated)

    • Join us for poetry, prayer and conversation
  • WORSHIP SERVICE with COMMUNION & EPIPHANY OBSERVANCE
    (In-person & Zoom) *    *Please choose whatever option is safe for you given the forecast of snow storm **
    10:30am • JCC & ZOOM

    • Music: Sharon Novak
    • Message: Rev Gail Doktor
    • Or join us over Zoom:
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall
  • XC SKIING:
  • DOWNHILL SKIING:
  • Community Event: SNOWSHOE
    1:30pm • Tin Mountain Conservation Center, Albany

    • Join Outreach Coordinator, Heather McKendry, for a slow-paced walk that explores the Tin Mountain Conservation trails in Albany, NH. Outdoor highlights include an 1800s quarry and beaver pond, while inside the Nature Learning Center you will find animal mounts and a gem & mineral collection. Winter is the perfect season to see animal tracks and evidence of our year-round residents. Variable trail conditions, so bring traction devices if you have them.
    • Once the snow flies, the walks will be snowshoe tours and members may borrow snowshoes from TMCC while non-members can rent snowshoes. We have all sizes!
    • Non-member tour:  $15/pp or $25/household & snowshoe rentals $15pp
    • Members are Free and may borrow snowshoes to use on property, so consider becoming a member
    • Click here to register or call 603-447-6991. Walk ins welcome.
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Bobby Sheehan • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: Scott Baer • 5-7pm
    • Black Mountain: Chris Schalick • 3:30-5:30pm
    • Thorne Hill Inn  • Piano Lounge

SAT, Dec 30 – MON, New Years Day, Jan 1

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SAT, Dec 30 – MON, New Years Day, Jan 1

SAT, Dec 30

  • XC SKIING:
  • DOWNHILL SKIING:
  • Community Event: SLOW WALKING Weekend Walk
    10am • 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.
    • Once the snow flies, the walks will be snowshoe tours and members may borrow snowshoes from TMCC!
    • Non-members:  $15/person or $25/household
    • Members are Free, so consider becoming a member!
    • Register online here. Walk ins welcome
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • Community Event: PORTLAND JAZZ ORCHESTRA – Ellington, Strayhorn, Tchaikovsky
    7:30pm • Majestic Theater

    • The Portland Jazz Orchestra performs Duke Ellington’s jazzed-up version of Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite. Welcome the New Year with this swinging performance that blends superb jazz with familiar classical tunes!
    • Doors and the Majestic Cafe open at 6:30 for beverages; the Cafe will serve paninis and charcuterie plates until 7 PM. 7:30
    • Tickets and info: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Apres Ski w/ Marty Quirk 4-6pm / Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka Pub: RIley Parkhurst Project • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Lazy River Riders • 6-9pm
    • Black Mountain: Jon Sarty • 3-5:30pm (Apres Ski)
    • Shovel Handle Pub: DellaValla Bluegrass Trio • 5-8:30pm

Sun, DEC 31 – NEW YEARS’ EVE

  • INTERFAITH
    8am • Old Red Library & Zoom

    • Join us for poetry, prayer and conversation
    • Or join us over Zoom: link and password required.
  • WORSHIP SERVICE (In-person & Zoom)
    10:30am • JCC & ZOOM

    • Music: Sharon Novak
    • Message: Rev Gail Doktor
    • Or join us over Zoom: link and password required.
  • HOSPITALITY
    11:30am • JCC Parish Hall
  • XC SKIING:
  • DOWNHILL SKIING:
  • Community Event: SLOW WALKING Weekend Walk
    1:30pm • 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.
    • Once the snow flies, the walks will be snowshoe tours and members may borrow snowshoes from TMCC!
    • Non-members:  $15/person or $25/household
    • Members are Free, so consider becoming a member!
    • Register online here. Walk ins welcome
  • Community Event: CRANAPALOOZA: New Year’s Eve Cranapalooza,
    4:30pm – 7pm • Cranmore Mountain

    • 4:30pm – New Year’s Eve-themed Day Glo party
    • Live music will be presented at Koessler’s, the pub in the new Fairbank Lodge, by Joe Winslow from 4-7 p.m. on New Year’s Eve.
    • 6:30pm – Fireworks
    • Info: cranmore.com
  • Community Event: FIREWORKS iun NORTH CONWAY
    9:30pm • Schouler Park

  • Community Event: JASPEN EXREME CELEBRATION
    8pm – Midnight • Ledge Brewing

    • Jaspen Xreme theme! Bust out your most radical neon gear from the 90’s and 80’s, prizes for best dressed (check out the movie Aspen Extreme for inspiration).
    • 8-10pm: Radical Edward live music
    • 10pm-Midnight: Marshal and Adam on the turntables
    • Champagne toast at Midnight.
  • MUSIC AROUND TOWN

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TUE, Nov 28 – MON, Dec 4 with JCC and Around Town

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TUE, Nov 28 – MON, Dec 4

TUE, Nov 28

  • Community Event: NORDIC WALKING – INTERVALS with POLES – with Ellen Chandler
    8am • Valley Cross Road Parking Lot, Jackson
  • 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
  • Community Event: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Hoot Night with Jonathan Sarty • 6-8:30pm

WED, Nov 29

  • GREENING the SANCTUARY
    10am-Noon • JCC
  • Community Eventt: TRAIL VOLUNTEERING with Jackson XC Ski Touring Foundation
    • From Ellen Chandlerm Executive Director: Trail Volunteers: there is still trail volunteer work taking place. If you are interested in getting notified of each week’s project please contact Ellen to be added to the list. This work takes place on weekdays. Wednesday is the “usual day” but it is adjusted based on weather and other factors. Getting on the email list does not obligate you to attend, it just means you will know the schedule and have the opportunity to join the group if that week’s project is something you are intersted in and you are available.
  • Community Event: YOGA with Anjali Rose
    9am • Old Red Library

    • The class is $10/week.  Please bring the right change if possible or a check made payable to Anjali Rose.
    • Julie at the Town office asked if people would be kind enough to donate a $1/week for the envelope in the library to cover expenses.
    • Contact: Anjali Rose, MEd. 500 RYT, RMT: (603)370-8386, email anjali-rose.com
  • Community Resource: LIBRARIES
  • GRIEF GROUP for Partner & Adult Relationship Loss
    1pm • Old Red Library

    • Rev Gail facilitates this group to support bereaved community members. All welcome; free.
    • This group meets once a month fo support those struggling with partner/spousal loss (as well as other adult relationships such as parents/siblings).
    • Next meeting: Wed, Dec 20  @ 1pm.
    • Separately, a Child Loss group also meets weekly in this location. Netx meeting: Wed, Dec 13.
    • At this point, new participants are welcome through word-of-mouth or referrals. We’ll meet as consistently as possible. You don’t have to attend every session.
    • On the other hand, knowing that folks will gather helps make sure the group can be present to support each other. If you cannot make an upcoming gathering, please send email or text to let the group know: gaildoktor@mac.com, cell: 978.273.0308.
    • We will offer each group as long as the community need continues.
  • Community Event: FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP
    4pm • Jackson Public Library

    • Come and converse in French with others at JPL!
    • This group is facilitated by Erica Corbett Klein.
    • Email staff@jacksonlibrary.org for more information
  • MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Live Trivia • 7:306-9pm

THURS, Nov 30

  • 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.
  • MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT AROUND TOWN
    • Shannon Door: Jeremy Dean • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Bingo for Bartlett Rec •  5:30-7pm

FRI, Dec 1

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

    • $5/pp
  • Community Event: NEW ENGLAND SKI MUSEUM Holiday Open House & Opening of the Annalee Dolls Exhibit
    4-7pm     • Eastern Branch of the New England Ski Museum. North Conway, NH

    • Annalee Ski Dolls, a mid-century NH creation that gained a world-wide following, will be on display throughout the ski season. If you get the chance, attend the Show Opening party on Dec. 1.
    • Also, many of the images and captions from the History of Jackson Ski Touring Foundation that have been on display at the Ski Museum will be coming to the Touring Center.
  • 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
    2pm-5pm • Jackson Library

  • Community Event: FIRST FRIDAY CHRISTMAS
    1pm • Majestic Cafe

    • Mountain Top’s Early Music Ensemble presents an hour of Christmas and other music from eras past. You’ll hear Handel and more, played on recorder, cello, harpsichord and flute.
    • First Friday performers include Mountain Top faculty and staff, as well as other Mount Washington Valley folks, who share their talents with the community without compensation. All First Friday events are open to the public by donation, in keeping with Mountain Top Music Center’s mission of “enriching lives with music.” Donate and reserve seats in advance at conwaymajestic.com.
    • The Majestic Cafe is now open for light lunch at 11:30. Enjoy fresh-made paninis or a charcuterie platter before the concert!
  • JSS goes to Jackson Public Library’s Harp Concert wioth Dominique Dodge
    5pm • Jackson Public Library

    • We’ll resume weekl;y Friday study group later this month
  • Community Event: FRIDAY NIGHT JAZZ: John Hunter & Paul Heckel
    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 star
  • Community Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Al Shafner• 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Marty Quirk • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Rek’lis • 8-11pm
    • Ledge Brewing (Intervale): Food for Bears • 6-8pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Dan Parkhurst • 5:30-8:30pm

SAT, Dec 2

  • Community Event: JAZZ for the HOLIDAYS
    3pm & 7:30pm • Majestic Theater

    • Two chances to hear this Mountain Top holiday classic, featuring seacoast pianist Tom Snow and local saxophonist Mike Sakash. Enjoy the smooth blend of sound as these two consummate musicians share their unique take on traditional and modern seasonal music!
    • At a spectacular private home in Silver Lake – directions will be provided with ticket purchase. The concert includes an opportunity to chat with the artists and other attendees after the performance, while enjoying light refreshments.
    • Seating is limited, so get your tickets early. TICKETS AND INFO: https://www.conwaymajestic.com/
  • 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 Events: MUSIC AROUND TOWN
    • Wildcat Tavern: Jonathan Sarty • 7-9pm • $5 cover
    • Shannon Door: Mike & Becca • 6-9pm
    • Red Parka: Diana’s Bath Salts • 8-11pm
    • Shovel Handle Pub: Ryan St. Onge • 5:30-8:30pm
    • Ledge Brewing: Now Is Now • 6-9pm

SUN, Dec 3

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

    • Join us for poetry, prayer, and conversation.
    • Or join us over Zoom. Password and link required.
  • SUNDAY WORSHIP with Advent 1: Hope
    10:30am   • Jackson Community Church (zoom also available)

    • Music by Sharon Novak
    • Reflection by Rev Gail Doktor
    • Candle-lighting by White family
    • Or join us over Zoom. Password and link required.
  • Community Event: OPEN HOURS @ Jackson Historical Society
    1-3pm • Jackson Historical SocietyAlso 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: Blue Sunday with Erin Harpe Duo • 5-8pm

MON, Dec 4

  • Community Event: SHOULD YOU BE SELECTING a HEAT PUMP?
    7pm • Whitney Community Center

    • Should You Be Switching to a Heat Pump? Heat pumps are having a moment in the spotlight—or as close to one as a heating and cooling appliance can get. Whether it’s ducted heat pumps, mini-splits, or even geothermal systems, there’s a buzz around this climate-friendly HVAC tech. Get a crash course in heat pumps so you can decide the right solution for you.
    • This program is sponsored by the Climate Change Working Group, is FREE and runs Monday, December 4th from 7-8:30 pm at the Whitney Community Center. Unlimited. Not required, but to help us better plan Click Here to sign up.
    • See all programs by the Whitney Commmunity Center:: http://www.whitneyccprograms.com/
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