Now-October 8,
open during Main House hours
Return of The Rough Rider: Celebrating President Theodore
Roosevelt's 1902 Campaign Visit to The Fells
In recognition of the 110th anniversary of President
Theodore Roosevelt's 1902 campaign visit to the summer estate of John Milton
Hay, and in conjunction with the 2012 Presidential Election, this historical
exhibit chronicles the "Rough Rider's" exploits and accomplishments.
Members free, nonmembers pay site admission. Main House Exhibit Room.
Now-Monday, October 8
Art in Nature: Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit at the Fells
This exciting outdoor exhibit features the artistry of local
and regional sculptors, including works of all manner, shape and size displayed
amid the grand gardens of The Fells and tucked into the magical nooks and
crannies of woods and fields. Janet Miller Haines, Curator. Members free,
nonmembers pay site admission.
Now-Monday, October 8
The Art of Conservation
This unique exhibit transforms The Fells Main House Gallery
into a celebration of the fauna, flora and landscapes of our National Parks
through a display of striking paintings by a renowned wildlife artist;
sculptures; animal mounts; and an interactive children's section. In
collaboration with the Center for the Arts. Main House Gallery. Members free,
non-members pay site admission.
August 4
Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge-Greenway Hike
8:00AM - 2:00PM
Three towns, one ski area, two summits, a 19' glacial
erratic boulder, many excellent views, and an impressive variety of forest
types will be among your rewards for joining this hike on the SRKG's Trail 9 on
Ragged Mountain Andover at the Proctor
Academy Field House parking lot at 8 AM and carpool to the trailhead on New Canada Road in
Wilmot. Estimated time on the trail is 6 hours. Bring food and at least one
liter of water. Contact:Lee Carvalho leecarvalho6@gmail.com 735-5719
August 4 and August 5
Enjoy activities such as a great pancake breakfast, the
plant sale, bake sale, inflatables on the Green, Fire Dept. Open House, parade,
live music, spaghetti supper and really so much more! For a full listing of activies and agenda,
check out their link at http://www.newlondonhospital.org/events/hospital_days/index.php
August 4
Art in Nature: Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit at The Fells
10:00AM - 4:00PM
This exciting outdoor exhibit features the artistry of local
and regional sculptors, including works of all manner, shape and size displayed
amid the grand gardens of The Fells and tucked into the magical nooks and
crannies of woods and fields. Janet Miller Haines, Curator. Members free,
nonmembers pay site admission. At The Fells, 456 Rte 103A, Newbury; Info:
763-4789 x 3
August 4-12
League of NH Craftmen: 79th Annual Craftsmen's Fair
August 4-12, 2012 10:00 am - 5:00 pm daily (rain or shine!)
The Annual League of NH Craftsmen's Fair is a nine-day event
that showcases the work of more than 350 craftspeople's items made by hand -
HERE. It's the place to see an incredible variety of beautiful, one-of-a-kind
craft items that are functional, decorative, and built to last. The fair is
held at the Mount Sunapee Resort in the beautiful Dartmouth/Sunapee region of New Hampshire . http://www.nhcrafts.org/craftsmens_fair/fair_home.html
August 11
Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge-Greenway Hike
Cook Trail to Pleasant Lake High Trail to Langenau Trail in New London and Wilmot. 3
mi. (M) Contact: Brian Faughnan bwfaughnan@comcast.net 526-7838
Rock Bass Marathon
12:00PM - 1:00PM
The Pleasant Lake Rock Bass Marathon begins June 1st and
continues until August 11th! Children under 16 (no fishing license required)
can start turning your Rock Bass in at the boat launch for entry in the
marathon. Entry Forms are available there as well; Please fish with lead-free
tackle as lead in the lake is 1005 fatal to loons; Fabulous prizes will be
awarded on August 11th so START FISHING! Bring your final entries to Elkins Dam
at noon;
August 18
Sunapee-Ragged-Kearsarge-Greenway Hike
SRKG Tr#1: From the northern corner of Goshen
over Mt Sunapee, White Cliffs, by Lake
Solitude to Newbury Harbor
August 18
Summer Music Associates: Max Lifchitz--pianist
7:30PM - 9:30PM
Active as pianist, conductor and composer, Max Lifchitz is
described by the American Record Guide magazine as a consummate musician
&..one of America 's
finest exponents of contemporary piano music Mr. Lifchitz has released 9 highly
praised compact disc albums featuring piano music by composers from the Americas
and appears as collaborative artist or conductor on many more. A graduate of
The Juilliard School and Harvard University , Mr. Lifchitz has appeared as soloist and
recitalist throughout the US ,
Europe and Latin America and won first prize in the 1976 International
Gaudeamus Competition for Performers of Twentieth Century Music held in Holland . At the First Baptist
Church 461 Main St , New
London
August 18
Hay Day Family Festival at the Fells
10am-3pm
Enjoy a fun-filled day for all ages with face painting,
petting zoo, Animals of New England program (live animals!), old-fashioned
games, live music, children's art projects, scavenger hunt and delicious food.
Also explore our nature trails, Fairy
Village
August 22-24
Landscape Painting at the Fells
10am-3pm
Enjoy the beauty of the gardens and architecture of The
Fells in a plein air workshop taught by Aline Ordman, award winning signature
member of the Pastel Society of America. Aline, a teacher of over 20 years,
concentrates on understanding color through exploration of values and shapes
created by the play of light in nature. Students benefit from Aline's hands-on
style and one-on-one and group critiques. Work is in either pastels or oils
with demonstrations in each provided daily. Aline exhibits in various galleries
throughout the northeast and has a website for viewing at www.alineordman.com.
Members $200, nonmembers $225. Advance registration required by August 15. To
register call 603-763-4789 x 3. Meets at The Fells Main House.
August 25-26
Musterfield Farm, Farm Days
The museum's largest event of the year, a two-day
celebration of all things agricultural, historical, and farm-related. This
event features special exhibits and demonstrations positioned over the farm’s
large fields and in its historic buildings.
See haying and threshing, hand hewing of timbers, stonewall
building and stone splitting, rope making, blacksmithing, and other
farm-related skills. Craft demonstrations include spinning, weaving on antique
looms, flax processing and spinning, felting, natural dyeing, lace making, and
much more.
Children can make and enjoy homemade ice cream, using ice
cut by hand during the Farm’s annual Ice Harvest event, held at nearby Kezar Lake
Displays of the Farm’s many artifacts will be featured in
the Ezekiel Little, Hildredth, and Hardy-Pillsbury Barns, a reminder of farm
work and life from days past. Oxen and smaller animals will be on display.
Antique trucks, cars and tractors are on parade at 3 p.m. each day, and
work-saving antique small engines are exhibited. An assortment of food,
jellies, jams, and vegetables are available at the Farm Stand, and wonderful
food is served throughout the day. And don’t miss Muster Field's famous Roast
Beef Supper on Saturday from 5-7 p.m.! Tickets for the supper are required: $10
for adults and $5 for children, available by reservation (927-4047), or at the
Farm Days Information Booth.
Farm Days hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., rain or shine.
Admission is free for members, and for all children 6 and under; $5 for
non-members.
August 26
President Theodore Roosevelt Returns to The Fells
4-7pm
Mark the 2012 election year by celebrating the 110th
anniversary of President Theodore Roosevelt's 1902 campaign visit to The Fells.
Joe Wiegand, world-renowned Teddy Roosevelt reprisor, presents the consummate
"Rough Rider" through a one-man theater show of adventure stories,
personal exploits, political insights and humor. Discuss politics with Teddy
during a special cocktail reception and enjoy a wonderful dinner--fit for a
president! $60 per person. Reservations required by August 20. Reserve on-line
by clicking HERE or call 603-763-4789 x3.
