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Suddenly it's September and there are hints of color in the tree tops. Before we all fall into Autumn routines, suggest one more summer time 'fling'! A picnic with friends. An afternoon nap in the hammock. A dip in the lake. With a bit of luck, we'll enjoy a few more hot summer days and cool breezes with visions of summertime, still in our heads, before trees shed their leaves. PS... remember to check out the spectacular eclipse of the full red moon this weekend. | | | | |
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th | 9:00 am - 2:00 pm | Sunapee United Methodist Church | | |
Join us for a Vendor Craft & Bake Sale full of creativity, community, and sweet treats! Saturday, September 20th at the Lake Sunapee United Methodist Church.
Want to be a vendor? Contact Cathi Terry at 603-863-7349 or cact@aol.com to reserve your spot!
And for all you talented bakers out there — Bake Sale Donations Needed!
Drop off your delicious goodies between 8–9 AM the morning of the event.
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st | 1:00 pm / 1:45 pm / 2:30 pm | Sunapee Historical Society | | |
Visit with several residents of Lower Village Cemetery & learn about their lives.
Park in school lot, corner of Lower Main and North Road.
Suggested Donation: $15/person
Reservations Required: (603) 763-9872 or sunapeehistory@gmail.com
** If raining hard - Sunday, 28 September **
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4th | 6:00 - 7:30 pm | Sherburne Gym | | |
The Friends of the Abbott Library Community Square Dance is back with Caller David Millstone! All are welcome - no prior knowledge or experience needed.
Dancing is geared towards ages 8 and older. FREE
For information, please contact the library at 603-763-5513 or info@abbottlibrary.org.
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SURVEY | 5-10 Minutes to Complete | Identify areas of safety concern. | | SULLIVAN COUNTY SAFE STREETS AND ROADS FOR ALL | | Safety continues to be a concern for all types of travel in New Hampshire. Through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program, Sullivan County secured funding to support planning for roadway infrastructure improvements that will prevent injuries and save lives. The SS4A planning project will be accomplished by creating municipal Safety Action Plans (SAPs) for the communities of Sullivan County. Please help the study team to identify areas of safety concern and to understand what you would like to see in Sullivan County for effective safety improvement methods. The survey should take around 5-10 minutes to complete. Thank you for sharing your time and thoughts! | | | | |
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Fenton's Landing Newsletter: Your Guide to New Experiences, Local Flavor, and Upcoming Events. CLICK HERE | | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th | 4:00 - 6:00 pm | Sunapee Harbor | | SUNAPEE CELLAR AND PANTRY WINE TASTING | | |
Join us at your favorite lakeside wine shop for a casual, curated wine tasting experience.
As we slowly shift into fall, we will be sampling a red and white Bordeaux, a Riesling and a bright, fresh and expressive Rosso.
Whether you’re new to wine or know your way around a tasting note, this is a fun opportunity to explore something new, connect with fellow wine lovers, and soak in the summer atmosphere.
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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9th | 10:00 am | LSPA Center for Lake Studies | | NATURE EXPLORATION STORY TIME -GOODBYE SUMMER, HELLO AUTUMN | | Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. NEST is filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one Tuesday or all - each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be exploring the seasonal changes happening outside and what the plants and animals are doing as summer fades away. | | | | |
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th|5:00 - 8:00 PM | 72 Main Street | | Original Rock Music from the Green Mountains of Vermont. | | | | |
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th| Starts at 3:00 PM | Flander's Stage in Sunapee Harbor | | |
Bruce Marshall’s music career spans five decades and the singer, songwriter, guitarist has been a full time musician his entire adult life. With an affinity early on for blues, rock and 60’s pop, he honed his chops in the gin mills of NE and put out his first record in ‘87 with Bruce Marshall and the Clue.
He went National with guitarist Toy Caldwell of the Marshall Tucker Band in ‘89, touring the US with Charlie Daniels, Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Outlaws. Bruce has won an ASCAP Songwriters award and represented NE in the International Blues Challenge in 2008 and 2010. He recently inked a recording and Publishing deal with the Verdict Music label with Sony distribution and released the Bruce Marshall Group’s “Vintage to Verdict” in 2023, his 8th CD.
The Bruce Marshall Group has been performing since 1991, his duo with James Montgomery has been together since 1992 and his Marshall Tucker tribute band The Shadow Riders has been out since 2018.
His songs have been recorded by Gary Lewis and the Playboys, Kenny Neal, Micah Willis, James Montgomery, Michael Allman and others.
Bruce continues to perform over 175 shows a year, both as solo act and bandleader. He’s currently in the studio working on his next Verdict Music label release.
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28th | 1:00 - 4:00 pm | Town of Sunapee / The Lake Sunapee Rowing Club | | SUNAPEE HARBOR CIDER FEST | | |
Sunapee Harbor Cider Fest – sponsored by the Town of Sunapee Rec Department and The Lake Sunapee Rowing Club, Showcasing the talents of New Hampshire Cider Makers and Local Brewers. Enjoy an afternoon filled with great drinks, family fun, and community support.
Taco Trailer and live music. The DoBro’s, downhome local music – specializing in Farm Funk, Dirt Grass, Junkyard Jazz and Redneck Rock
Ticket sales through Sunapee Recreation Department $25 adults online ($35 at the gate).
The Sunapee Cider Fest is 100% nonprofit, volunteer-run with proceeds to be divided between the Town of Sunapee Recreation Department and Lake Sunapee Rowing Club, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 3rd | 5:30 pm | The Livery in Sunapee Harbor | | BENEFIT CONCERT FOR MARY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT | | |
LIVE at The Livery – A Rockin’ Night for a Great Cause!
Featuring Little Days with the incredible Bernie Barlow
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and giving back! This benefit concert supports Mary’s Food for Thought, helping to nourish and uplift those in need — and you can be part of the magic!
VIP Meet & Greet | 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Come early to meet the band, enjoy some hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages sponsored by Chef Mary McDonald of Simple Goodness Catering, and snap a few photos!
Concert begins at 6:30 PM – and it’s going to be electric! Little Days and Bernie Barlow will bring the house down with an amazing live performance you won’t want to miss.All proceeds support Mary's Food for Thought – let’s come together to make a difference while having a blast!
Tickets $30 – available at the door or online | BYOB – Beer & Wine
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12th | 10:00 am - 3:00 pm | Mount Sunapee | | |
Drop rubber ducks from the chairlift to hit targets and win prizes plus celebrate the season at our Fall Bash on Flyway!
Cost: $30 for basic package, $25 to add 10 ducks (Gaggle), $100 to add 50 ducks (Mega Gaggle), $300 to add 200 ducks (Barrel of Ducks). Ducks can be purchased at the event while supplies last.
Support the Boys & Girls Club at the 9th Annual Duck Drop on October 12th, presented by Northcape Design! Try your best to drop rubber ducks from the Sunapee Express Chairlift into sponsored targets to win prizes from that sponsor from 10 AM to 2 PM with prizes announced at 3 PM. All proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central New Hampshire. Then, kick off autumn with our Fall Bash on Flyway.
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Mah Jongg Group
Weekly on Wednesdays at 3 pm.
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Cribbage Club
Play the classic card game with others. Boards are supplied - supplies are limited.
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September 6 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Adult Art Therapy
Newbury Library 933 Route 103, Newbury, NH, United States
Need a little break from the cares of life? Want to do something creative but don’t know where to start? This event is for you! No instructions, no pressure--just a chance to play with different art materials while enjoying tea and relaxing music. This is a free drop-in event. Call (603) 763-5803 for more information!
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Wildlife Stewards Black Bear Happenings
September 9, 2025
5:30pm to 7:30 pm
A New Hampshire Fish and Wildlife Steward will share information about black bears in the state. You will learn about the natural history of this intriguing mammal, its habitat needs, and ways to avoid potentially costly conflicts. Also, hear about the amazing federal funding mechanism that supports long-term research and is largely responsible for our country's abundant fish and wildlife.
Click here to pre-register.
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Knitting Group
Tuesday September 16, 2025 - Wednesday September 17, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:45 pm
All experience and interest levels welcome! For questions, email msalvatore@newport.lib.nh.us
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Adult Craft Club: Paper Jewelry Making!
Wednesday September 17, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Quilling and recycled paper swirls can make a fun accessory! Supplies will be provided.
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NOTEWORTHY NEIGHBORLY EVENTS | | | | |
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A Hint of Fall at September’s First Fridays Gallery Stroll
Friday, Sep 5, 2025 | 5:00pm- 7:00pm
New London, NH: Join the Center for the Arts for September’s First Fridays Gallery Stroll for an evening of art, community, and discovery. Enjoy artwork by four incredible fine artists and eight members of CFA’s Photography Café while strolling the beautiful streets of New London. Meet the artists behind the exhibits, take in the crisp air as summer comes to a close and our New England fall approaches, and delight in light refreshments. The community is also invited to view the Small Works Exhibit inside the Center for the Arts, which features over 20 local artists, before the Gallery & Studio transforms for a new installation.
The current works on display with our microgallery partners includes acrylics, oils, encaustic paint, and photography, and ranges from modern abstracts to folk art to styles that are ancient in nature. Many of the artists employ heat during their creative process for various effects and expression. The Gallery Stroll will be held on September 5, 2025 from 5 to 7pm. The works are available for purchase, however, the event is free and open to the public
Locations:
Bar Harbor Bank - Photography Café Members (Peter Jacoby, Bill Balsam, Tom Hargis, Kim Pease, Tom McHugh, Lindsay Holmes, Garrett Evans and Jay Fitzpatrick)
Blue Loon Bakery - Elaine Cox
Grounds - Laura Graveline
New London Inn - Steven F. Gately in memoriam
Tatewell Gallery - Timothy Sievers
Center for the Arts - Small Works Exhibit (20+ artists on display)
Center for the Arts
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The Jungle Book KIDS | K–5th Grade Show | The Barn Playhouse
Auditions: Sept 8 | Rehearsals: Sept 15–Oct 15
Mondays & Wednesdays 3:30–5:30pm Show: Sat. Oct 18 @ 2pm
Banished by the ferocious tiger, Shere Khan, a human boy named Mowgli and his panther friend, Bagheera, are on the run in the deepest parts of the jungle. On their journey, they meet Kaa, a herd of elephants, and a giant bear named Baloo. When Shere Khan returns, our heroes must rally their fellow animals into battle and restore peace throughout the jungle. Sign up to audition.
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Get Cozy and Creative at the CFA this September
This September the Center for the Arts (CFA) invites you to explore our fiber arts offerings. Both tapestry weaving and rug hooking are on the schedule for our Creative Classroom, which are very timely activities as the days become shorter and the nights get cooler. Learn something new, or reignite your passion for these traditional art forms.
Our Upcoming September Classes:
Tapestry Weaving Basics with Lisa Almeida
September 14, 10am–4pm
Learn the basics of contemporary tapestry weaving and how to create imagery with fiber using a simple tapestry loom.
Beginner Rug Hooking with Sandra Grant
September 27, 9:30am–1pm
Explore basic rug hooking from a juried member of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen.
To register or to learn more about other classes, visit www.centerfortheartsnh.org/classes
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79’ and Holding by Mary S. Allen
Monday, September 15 | 6:30 PM | Whipple Hall, New London, NH
The Center for the Arts Lake Sunapee Region is proud to present 79’ and Holding, a witty and heartwarming play by Mary S. Allen, on Monday, September 15 at 6:30 PM at Whipple Hall in New London. This free community event, edited and directed by Gloria Allen, promises laughter, reflection, and recognition as audiences see themselves or their loved ones in each vignette. With humor, nostalgia, and unflinching honesty, 79’ and Holding takes a colorful look at the lives of senior citizens—exploring joy, love, fear, heartache, and the inevitable awareness of mortality. Rather than dwell, Allen leans into levity, poking fun at herself and inviting audiences to laugh out loud at life’s shared experiences. Center for the Arts
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VINS (Vermont Institute of Natural Science) Owl Program
Saturday, October 11, 10 - 11:30 am | Red Barn
The WCA, Vermont Institution of Natural Science(VINS) and Ausbon Sargent Land Preservation Trust will be bringing live owls to the Red Barn to teach us about owl calls and what they mean. All ages are welcome with an adult. This event is FREE and open to all, but registration is required and limited. For more information, or to register, email sburtnick@ausbosargent.org or call their office at 603-526-6555.
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The "Knowlton House", a Queen Anne style house, was built in Sunapee in 1890 by philanthropist Moses Knowlton, a prominent local businessman. The house was built on the site of an 1851 home purchased by Moses' wife, Lucy, and was designed by architect Hira A. Beckwith to overlook the harbor. The original 1851 house was divided and moved to create tenements, making the property part of Moses Knowlton's larger estate, which also included cottage lots he sold. The Knowlton House has since served as a home, guest house, and farm before becoming the Lake Sunapee Protective Association (LSPA) environmental center in 2008.
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