
Your Guide to What’s Happening in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region
JUNE
Through June 30, Foundry Finds, A Quest for Iron Age Turquoise, exhibit by jewelry artist Lucy Golden, League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.
Through Sept. 1, From Spies to Satellites: The Cold War Era, exhibit on how WWII laid the grounds for the decades that followed, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.
June 12-21, The Wedding Singer, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
June 13, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 13, Hive Dive, 10 – 11:30 a.m. & 1 – 2:30 p.m., learn about bees, Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Moultonborough pre-register: 603-476-5410, www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 13, NOTley Crue, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
June 13, Vyntge Skynyrd and Beautiful Losers, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
June 13 & 14, Introduction to Shibori and Dyeing with Natural Indigo, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, pre-register/info.: 603-284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/.
June 14, Another Tequila Sunrise: An Eagles Tribute, 8 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
June 14, Bike Show at Beans & Greens, 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens Farm, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
June 14, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
June 14, Granite State Street Rodders, 3 – 7 p.m., classic cars, refreshments available for purchase, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmuseum.org.
June 14, Guided Birding with NH Audubon, 8 – 10 a.m., Newfound Lake Region Assoc. at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, free, all are welcome, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.
June 14, Luciano Monzione, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 14, NE Lyman Group Boat Show, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., free, lapstrake, vintage and classic wooden boats on display, Wolfeboro Town Docks, 42 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
June 14, Piano Night with David Lockwood, 6 p.m., The Loft at Hermit Woods, 72 Main St., Meredith, 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com.
June 14, Pie & Bake Sale, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m., pie, baked goods, snacks, coffee, corn chowder, Union Congregational Church, 80 Main St., Union, 603-473-2727.
June 14, Public Reception: If a Picture Paints a Thousand Words, 2 – 4 p.m., art exhibit, Lakes Region Art Assoc., Tanger Outlets, Suite 300, 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lraanh.org.
June 14, Red Solo Cup, a Tribute to Toby Keith, 8 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.
June 14, Sasquatch Footy Regatta, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., presented by Back Bay Skippers Model Yacht Club, takes place on Cotton Valley Rail Trail, Wolfeboro, NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
June 14, Soldering 101 with Joy Raskin, 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, sign up by June 9, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.
June 14-19, Bike Week at the Art of Turning, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 5 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-6121, www.artofturning.com.
June 14-22, Laconia Motorcycle Week, events throughout the week, www.laconiamcweek.com.
June 15, 37th Annual NH Open Water Ski, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Back Bay, Bridge Falls Path, adjacent to Glendon St., Municipal Parking Lot, Wolfeboro, www.abenakiwaterskiclub.com.
June 15, Canoply of Contagion, 10 a.m. – noon, Squam Lakes Association, hike to learn about tree contagions, 534 US Rt. 3, Holderness, 603-968-7336, www.squamlakes.org.
June 15, Glen David Andrews, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
June 15, Koo Koo, 1 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie & Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, tickets/info: www.flyingmonkeynh.com, 603-536-2551.
June 15, Solar Gazing, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., free, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 15, Timbear Daley, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 15-Aug. 3, Awakening Chakradance Series, 3 – 5 p.m., with Iryna Novos, Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration encouraged: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov.
June 16, Art Talk with Ben Archibald, The Benefits of Exploring Styles & Mediums Outside Your Wheelhouse, 7 p.m., Lakes Region Art Gallery, Tilton Tanger Outlets, 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lakesregionartgallery.org.
June 16, Father’s Day Dinner & Show @ Market 21 with The Mentalist, 5:30 p.m., 33 Dockside St., 2nd & 3rd floors, Wolfeboro, 603-569-8668.
June 17, Kelly Library Loon Center Presentation, 4 - 5 p.m., biology and life history of loons and threats loons face, Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org.
June 17, Lecture Series, The Cold War and Decades of Division and Diplomacy, speaker Ron Janowski, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, admission/reservations: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.
June 17, Understanding Bobcats in NH, 1 p.m., Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510.
June 17 & 21, Nature Station – We’re Ready to Bug You!, 10 a.m. - noon, Newfound Lake Region Assoc. at Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 North Shore Rd., Hebron, free, all are welcome, 603-744-8689, www.newfoundlake.org.
June 18, 2025 Laconia Motorcycle Week Gunstock Annual Hill Climb, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, info.: 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
June 18, Black Bear Happenings in NH, 6 – 7 p.m., Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-2428, www.wolfeborolibrary.org.
June 18, Movie: Cars, 6 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.
June 18, What’s In Your Well?, 6 - 7 p.m., Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, pre-register: 603-476-8895, www.moultonboroughlibrary.org.
June 19, Community Night Out, 5:30 – 8 p.m., free barbecue, live music, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
June 19, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 19, Juneteenth, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., co-hosts Camp Hale and Lakes Mountains DEI, 92 Millbridge Rd., Center Sandwich, dinner, celebrate Black culture, all ages welcome, RSVP: www.lakesmountainsdei.org/events/juneteenth.
June 19, Movie: The Bikeriders, 6 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.
June 19, Newfound Lake Region Guided Paddle, 10 a.m. – noon, learn about loons on paddle led by Loon Preservation Committee staff, Newfound Lake, 178 N. Shore Rd., Hebron, info.: Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org.
June 19, Tusk-Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
June 20, 7empest: Tool Tribute, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
June 20, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 20, Live Music with Dakota Smart, 6 – 9 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens Farm, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
June 20, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 20, Night at the Museum – Rockin’ the Docks, 5:30 – 9 p.m., support for NH Boat Museum, food, live music, silent auction, New Hampshire Boat Museum, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
June 21, Antique and Vintage Fair, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., in case of rain fair is cancelled, Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
June 21, Children’s Day, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmuseum.org.
June 21, Community Arts Festival, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., takes place at Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, co-presented with Lakes Center for the Arts, 603-476-5410, www.lakescenterforarts.org.
June 21, Line Dance Night, 7 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.
June 21, Lee Sykes, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 21, Natural Salve for Stings and Rashes, 10 a.m. – noon, age 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, pre-registration: 603-366-5695, www.prescottfarm.org.
June 21, Piano Night with Brandy Irish-Gerjuoy, 6 p.m., The Loft at Hermit Woods, 72 Main St., Meredith, 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com.
June 21, Summer Music Series, Gary Gadoury, 2 – 3 p.m., Barrel Bar & Grille, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
June 21, Tee It Up ’Fore the Kids’ Golf Tournament, 1 p.m., Den Brae Golf Course, Sanbornton, pre-register at www.TTCCRec.org.
June 22, Patty Larkin, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
June 22, Solar Gazing, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., free, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 22, Timbear Daley, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 22, Trail Time with Chocorua Lake Conservancy, 2 – 4 p.m., meet at the Grove at Chocorua Lake, explore Runnells Lane, no registration necessary, info./rain cancellations: 603-323-6252.
June 22, Watercolor Workshop, noon – 2 p.m., led by artist Pat Edsall, Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 23, Los Lobos – An Intimate Evening, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
June 23, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 23 & 24, Beginning Rug Braiding with Donna Dunn, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, Main St., Sandwich, pre-register/info.: 603-284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/.
June 24, Lecture Series, The Bretton Woods Conference, speaker Dr. Rowland Brucken, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, admission/reservations: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.
June 25, Alton Market on Main, farmers market, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
June 25, Handcraft Meetup, noon, community hand-craft circle, bring your own lunch and work on your handicraft projects, Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
June 25, Introduction to Spinning Yarn with Cathy Crooker, 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen, Center Sandwich Fine Craft Gallery, 32 Main St., Sandwich, pre-register/info.: 603-284-6831, https://centersandwich.nhcrafts.org/.
June 25, Lake Discovery Family Day-Boat Safety, 1 – 2:30 p.m., NH Boat Museum, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
June 26, Gafney Library Loon Presentation, biology and life history of loons, held at Gafney Library, 14 High St., Sanbornville, info.: Loon Center, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org.
June 26, Guided Meditation, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m., with instructor Karen Kharitonov, train your mind to be calm, drop-in event, donations to local charities accepted, Gilman Library, Main St., Alton, 603-875-0109.
June 26, Live Music with Jack Ancora, 6 – 9 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens Farm, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
June 26, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 26, Studio Two Beatles Tribute, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
June 26, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes: the History of the Land, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
June 26-28, Book Sale, neat and clean books, sorted by category, free admission, donations accepted, 6/26 & 27: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., 6/28: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 91 Main Street, Meredith. Parking on High Street entrance, Meredith. Wheelchair accessible, www.meredithlibrary.org.
June 26-July 5, Something Rotten!, Barnstormers Theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.
June 27, Dakota Smart, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 27, Live Music with Katie Dobbins, 6 – 9 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens Farm, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
June 27, Moondance, Ultimate Van Morrison Tribute, 7:30 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.
June 27, Stories on the Farm, Celia Planted a Root: The Story of Celia Thaxter and Her Island Garden, 10 – 11:30 a.m., activity for all ages, RSVP: 603-652-7840, nhfarmmuseum.info@gmail.com, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton.
June 27, StoryWalk Kick Off Reception, Mr. McGinty’s Monarchs by Linda Vander Heyden, 10 – 11:30 a.m., free, all ages welcome, Curry Place, Holderness. 603-968-7194. (Open daily through Sept. 1)
June 28, AD/HD – The AC/DC Experience, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com.
June 28, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 28, Dueling Pianos, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House & Performance Center, 39 S. Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.
June 28, Earrings in a Day with Joy Raskin, 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, sign up by June 23, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.
June 28, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
June 28, Garden Photography Workshop, with Matt Cohen, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., held on grounds of Castle in the Clouds, Moultonborough, presented by ArtWorks Gallery, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, pre-register: 603-323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.
June 28, Homemade Dairy and Non Dairy Ice Cream, 1 – 4 p.m., age 16 & up, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Pre-registration: 603-366-5695.
June 28, Patrick Tobin’s Sinatra, 7:30 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
June 28, Piano Night with Andrew Markoski, 6 p.m., The Loft at Hermit Woods, 72 Main St., Meredith, 603-253-7968, www.hermitwoods.com.
June 28, Reading Frederick Douglass’ “What to the Slave in your Fourth of July?, noon, Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org.
June 28, Saturday Night Out Live Music with Julia Velie, 5 – 8 p.m., The Kalled Gallery, 33 N. Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-3994, www.thekalledgallery.com.
June 28, Summer Music Series, Salvatore Sisti, 2 – 5 p.m., Barrel Bar & Grille, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
June 28, Think Like a Fish: Seasonal Fish Behavior, 8:30 a.m., Squam Lakes Association, 534 US Rt. 3, Holderness, 603-968-7336, www.squamlakes.org.
June 28 & 29, Margaritas with The Medium Maureen Hancock, 6/28: 7 p.m.; 6/29: 3 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.
June 28 & 29, Music & Makers Festival, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens Farm, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
June 29, Bobby Freedom, music, 2 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 29, Rhett Miller (from the Old 97s), Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
June 29, Solar Gazing, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., free, Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
JJune 29, Summer Story Walk, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost, Mill Stream Park, Bristol, www.TTCCRec.org.
June 29, Timbear Daley, music, 6 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
June 30, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
JULY
July Exhibit, Antique Toys, runs for month, Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
July 1, Ice Age Glaciers – How They Shaped New Hampshire’s Lakes Region and White Mountains, 7 p.m., Woodrow Thompson, former geologist with Maine Geological Survey, free, Community Center, 1 Circle Drive, Meredith, presented by Meredith Historical Society, 603-279-1190, www.meredithhistoricalsocietynh.org.
July 2, Centennial Celebration on Opening Day, tour museum buildings, free admission, Clark Museum Barn, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
July 2-13, She Loves Me, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, 603-707-6035, www.interlakestheatre.com.
July 3, America’s Got Comedy, 7:30 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com.
July 3, The Echotones, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
July 3, Lee Sykes, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 3, North River Band, 6 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Rotary Park, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
July 3, Thursday Afternoon Band, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, fireworks after the show, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 4, 12th Annual Newfound Firecracker 5K hosted by Newfound Regional High School’s Cross Country Program, registration: 7:30 a.m., race at 8:30 a.m., Kelley Park near Newfound Middle School, Bristol, (rain or shine), raffle with prizes for race registrants, 603-677-6281, info./register: www.newfoundfirecracker5k.org.
July 4, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 4, Family Carnival, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Packard’s Field, Waterville Valley, 800-468-2553, www.visitwatervillevalley.com.
July 4, Fireworks, 9:30 p.m., Town Square, Village Rd., Waterville Valley, 800-468-2553, www.visitwatervillevalley.com.
July 4, Independence Day Dinner Cruise, 7-10 p.m., on Winnipesaukee Flagship, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5530, www.cruisenh.com.
July 4, Laconia Independence Day Celebration at Opechee Park, activities, live concerts, fireworks display, 915 N. Main St., Laconia, 603-524-5046.
July 4, Laconia Independence Day Parade, 4:30 p.m., from Laconia High School, proceeds to Opechee Park, N. Main St., Laconia, 603-524-5046.
July 4, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 4, Stars, Stripes & Sparklers, 4th of July Parade at 10 a.m., downtown Bristol, Annual Open House at Bristol Safety Center after the parade, and more, www.TTCCRec.org.
July 4, Wolfeboro Fireworks, dusk, over Wolfeboro Bay, downtown Wolfeboro, 603-569-2200.
July 4, Wolfeboro Fourth of July Parade and Fireworks, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., theme: American Spirit Highlighting the Spirit of American Patriotism, Main St., Wolfeboro, rain date for parade and fireworks July 5
July 5, 5th Annual Car Show at the Nick, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, presented by Wolfeboro Lions Club, 603-651-6598.
July 5, Antique and Vintage Fair, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., in case of rain fair is cancelled, Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
July 5, Dakota Smart, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 5, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 5, Fireworks, Bristol, at dusk over Newfound Lake, rain date July 11, www.TTCCRec.org.
July 5, Fourth on the Farm, celebration events, food, family fun, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmuseum.org.
July 5, History of Herbs: Indigenous and Folk Traditions, 10 – 11:30 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 5, Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Band, 6 p.m., free concert, Hebron Gazebo, Hebron Village, 603-744-3335.
July 5, Love From Liverpool, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
July 5, Model Yacht Open House at Bridge Falls Path, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Model Yacht Open House, Back Bay Skippers demonstrate and teach the art of sailing miniature vessels off Bridge Falls Path, all ages, no experience needed, by NH Boat Museum, 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 5, Saxx Roxx, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 5, Summer Music Series, Garrett Smith, 2 – 5 p.m., Barrel Bar & Grille, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gilford, 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
July 5, Tribute to Johnny Cash, 7:30 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
July 5-6, Gunstock 4th of July Weekend Craft Fair, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 120 exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, held at Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, Joyce’s Craft Shows, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
July 6, Animal Encounters: Animal Adaptations, 10 – 11 a.m., program by Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, children and adults welcome, Lower Level of Town Square, Waterville Valley, 800-468-2553, www.visitwatervillevalley.com.
July 6, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 6, Sarah Borges featuring Eric “Roscoe” Ambel, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
July 7, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 8, Chamber Music, classical music concert, 7 p.m., Plymouth State University, Silver Center for the Arts, Plymouth, program of NH Music Festival, 603-238-9007, info@nhmf.org.
July 9, Alton Market on Main, farmers market, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
July 9, Comedian Jimmy Tingle, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
July 9, Story Share, noon – 1 p.m., sharing local stories, tell a story, read a story from town narratives, bring your own lunch, or come and just listen, Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 10, Acrylic Paint-Along, kids: 9 - 10:30 a.m.; adults: 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov.
July 10, Artist Reception: Celebrating Ann Xavier, 5:30 – 7 p.m., NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 10, Carolyn Ramsay Band, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
July 10, Freese Brothers Big Band, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
July 10, Great Waters Summer Concerts, 5 – 8 p.m., Kate Baldwin & Graham Rowat, Brewster Academy, 5 – 8 p.m., Wolfeboro, 603-569-7710, www.greatwaters.org.
July 10, High Kings, 8 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
July 10, Serenade and Song, classical music concert, 7 p.m., Plymouth State University, Silver Center for the Arts, Plymouth, program of NH Music Festival, 603-238-9007, info@nhmf.org.
July 10, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 10, Story Hour with the Moultonborough Library, 11 a.m. - noon, NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 10, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes: the History of the Land, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 10 & 11, New England Vintage Boat Auction Preview, noon – 5 p.m., NH Boat Museum event, takes place at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 10-19, Barefoot in the Park, Barnstormers Theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.
July 11, First Fridays Reception, 5-7 p.m., refreshments, conversation and ART, ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.
July 11, Lee Sykes, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 11, Stories on the Farm, N is for New Hampshire by Rebecca Rule, 10 – 11:30 a.m., activity for all ages, RSVP: 603-652-7840, nhfarmmuseum.info@gmail.com, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton.
July 11, Trail Time with Chocorua Lake Conservancy, 10 a.m. - noon, meet at Clark Reserve parking lot, Chocorua Lake Rd., walk to Bickford Heights via Old Main Rd., no registration necessary, info./rain cancellations: 603-323-6252.
July 11-13, On the Green Arts & Crafts Festival, 7/11 & 12: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 7/13: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., 120 exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, held at Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Drive, Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
June 11-19, Little Shop of Horrors, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
July 12, Alter Ego, 80s & 90s MTV Style Dance Show, 7:30 – 9 p.m., 603-569-7710, Great Waters Summer Concerts, www.greatwaters.org.
July 12, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 12, Artisan Fair, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., street-style fair, food, music, local businesses and artisans, Town Square, Waterville Valley, 800-468-2553, www.visitwatervillevalley.com.
July 12, Club Soda Band, 6 p.m., free concert, Hebron Gazebo, Hebron Village, 603-744-3335.
July 12, Comedy Night with Seinfeld’s Kenny Banie: Steve Hytner, Wolfeboro Carolyn Plummer and Rick Fink, 6 p.m., Village Players, 51 Glendon St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-9656,
https://wolfeborocomedy.ticketleap.com/.
July 12, Comedian Bob Marley 2025, The Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com
July 12, Concerts in the Clouds, Human Nature, Human Nature/Back to the Sound of MOTOWN, 7:30 – 9 p.m., 603-569-7710, www.greatwaters.org.
July 12, Eric Grant Band, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
July 12, Flea Market & Craft Fair, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. handcrafted items, antiques, art, home decor, and more. Church-sponsored food booth with strawberry shortcake, hot dogs, drinks, and baked goods. Free admission and parking, handicap accessible, 52 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-253-7698, www.chccucc.org.
July 12, New England Vintage Boat Auction, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., NH Boat Museum event, takes place at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 12, The Visitors, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 12, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 12, Flea Market & Craft Fair, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. handcrafted items, antiques, art, home decor, and more. Church-sponsored food booth with strawberry shortcake, hot dogs, drinks, and baked goods. Free admission and parking, handicap accessible, 52 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-253-7698,
July 12, New England Vintage Boat Auction, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., NH Boat Museum event, takes place at The Nick, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 12, The Visitors, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 12-20, Build Your Own Boat: A Hands-On Nine-Day Workshop, 8:30 a.m. – 3: p.m., NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 12 & 26, Walking Tours with Dr. John Foley, 10 a.m., meet at Wolfeboro Train Station, info.: Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
July 13, Animal Encounters: Critter Communities, 10 – 11 a.m., program by Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, children and adults welcome, Lower Level of Town Square, Waterville Valley, 800-468-2553, www.visitwatervillevalley.com.
July 14, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 16, Workshop Day, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 16-27, Tootsie the Musical, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, 603-707-6035, www.interlakestheatre.com.
July 17, Hulls and Hops Lecture Series, speaker Doug Stowell, 7 - 9 p.m., NH Boat Museum, Moultonborough Campus, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
July 17, Rebecca Turmel, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
July 17, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 17, Summer Oil Pastel Techniques, kids: 9 - 10:30 a.m.; adults: 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov.
July 17, Big Picture Band, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
July 18, 3rd Junior Lakes Region Open Water Ski, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bridge Falls Path, Back Bay, Wolfeboro, parking in Glendon St. Municipal Parking Lot, Wolfeboro, www.abenakiwaterskiclub.com.
July 18, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 18, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 19, 63rd All Saints Church Summer Fair, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., housewares, flowers, plants, linens, books, silent auction, 258 S. Main St., Wolfeboro, 978-621-6708, rsxmas25@gmail.com.
July 19, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, create a cottage of gingerbread, enjoy baked cookies, https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/theclaudestuartchristmasspecial/crafting-with-gingerbread-amy.
July 19, Compaq Big Band, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
July 19, Creative Writing: Diving into the Past, Leaping Into the Future, 1 – 3 p.m., led by writer Barbara Bald, Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 19, Dueling Pianos, 7:30 p.m., Notch Biergarten, Beans & Greens, 245 Intervale Rd., Gilford, 603-293-2853, www.beansandgreensfarm.com.
July 19, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 19, From Landscape to Foodscape: Food Safety Workshop – James, Jellies and Marmalades, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
July 19, Granite Kid Triathlon, 8 – 11 a.m., Brewster Beach, Clark Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-5639,
https://www.wolfeboronh.us/parks-recreation/pages/granite-kid-triathlon.
July 19, Luciano Monzione, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 19, Pub Pirates, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 19, The Reminisants, 6 p.m., free concert, Hebron Gazebo, Hebron Village, 603-744-3335.
July 19, Traditional Basketmaking Workshop with Ray Legasse, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov. (Workshop also held on Aug. 16.)
July 19, Wolfeboro Flea Market, Pop Whalen Ice and Arts Arena, 7 a.m. – 2 p.m., 390 Pine Hill Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-366-8139.
July 19-20, 45th Lakes Region Open Water Ski, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bridge Falls Path, Back Bay, Wolfeboro, parking at Glendon St. Municipal Parking Lot, www.abenakiwaterskiclub.com.
July 20, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 20, Hymn for Her, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
July 20, Music on the Green with Peabody’s Coal Train, 4 p.m., free, takes place outdoors at Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org.
July 21, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 23, Alton Market on Main, farmers market, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
July 23, Handcraft Meetup, noon, community hand-craft circle, bring your own lunch and work on your handicraft projects, Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 24, Abby Mueller Trio, 7:30 – 9 p.m., Great Waters Summer Concerts, Brewster Academy, Wolfeboro, 603-569-7710, www.greatwaters.org.
July 24, Block Printing Fun, kids: 9 - 10:30 a.m.; adults: 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov.
July 24, Bobby Freedom, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 24, Ricky and the Giants, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
July 24, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes: the History of the Land, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 24-Aug. 2, Front Row to Murder (World Premier), Barnstormers Theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.
July 25, Dakota Smart, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 25, Summer Art Show Opening Reception, 6-8 p.m., Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Chocorua. Art, music & refreshments, regional show sponsored by ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, 603-323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com
July 25-Aug. 2, Fully Committed, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
July 26, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 26, Got It Covered Band, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
July 26, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
July 26, Walking Tours with Dr. John Foley, 10 a.m., meet at Wolfeboro Train Station, info.: Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
July 26, Windham Community Band, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
July 26-27, Gallery in the Garden, 10 a.m., free admission, meet artists, purchase arts and fine crafts, enjoy the gardens, 148 Sandogardy Pond, Northfield, www.galleryintheGardenNH.com.
July 26-27, Mount Washington Valley July Craft Fair, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, held at Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle, Rt. 16, N. Conway, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com
July 26-27, Summer Art Show & Sale, 10-4 p.m., Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Chocorua, regional show sponsored by ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, 603-323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com.
July 27, Bobby Freedom, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 27, Steve Forbert, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
June 27, Trail Time at Heron Pond with Will Zehring, Chocorua Lake Conservancy, 2 – 4 p.m., meet at Hammond Trailhead, Scott Rd., walk to Heron Pond and pond loop, no registration necessary, info./rain cancellations: 603-323-6252.
June 28, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
July 30, An Evening of Vintage Zither Music with Performer Katherine Rhoda, 7 p.m., fundraiser for Schoolhouse Repair, Clark Museum Barn, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
July 30-Aug. 8, My Fair Lady, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, 603-707-6035, www.interlakestheatre.com.
July 31, Club Soda Band, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
July 31, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
July 31, Watercolor Play, kids: 9 - 10:30 a.m.; adults: 10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Holderness Town Hall, 1089 US Rt. 3, Holderness, pre-registration: 603-986-3700, recreation@holderness-nh.gov, www.holderness-nh.gov.
July 31, Wooden Nickels Band, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
AUGUST
Aug. Exhibit, Antique Quilts and Clothing, runs for month, Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
Aug. 1, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 1, Katie Dobbins, concert, 6 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Rotary Park, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Aug. 1, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 2, Antique and Vintage Fair, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., in case of rain fair is cancelled, Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
Aug. 2, Brass Transit, 7:30 – 9 p.m., Concerts in the Clouds, 603-569-7710, www.greatwaters.org.
Aug. 2, Dakota Smart, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 2, Jimmy and the Jesters, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
Aug. 2, Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark, 7 p.m., The Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.
Aug. 2, Tandem Chance, 6 p.m., free concert, Hebron Gazebo, Hebron Village, 603-744-3335.
Aug. 2, The Revolutionists, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
Aug. 3, Nicole Atkins, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Aug. 3, Timbear Daley, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 7, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 7, Mount Washington Spirit Gallery, 6 – 8:30 p.m., mediums Karen Tatro and Scott Allen, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5530, www.cruisenh.com.
Aug. 7-16, The Mousetrap, Barnstormers Theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.
Aug. 8, Lee Sykes, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 8-10, On the Green 2 Arts & Crafts Festival, Brewster Academy, 80 Academy Drive, Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, Aug. 8 & 9: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Aug. 10: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; 120 exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, Joyce’s Craft Shows, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
Aug. 8-16, Once on this Island, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
Aug. 9, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, create a cottage of gingerbread, enjoy baked cookies, https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/theclaudestuartchristmasspecial/crafting-with-gingerbread-amy.
Aug. 9, Bittersweet, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, fireworks after the show, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
Aug. 9, Hebron Family Fun Day, dessert contest, kids games, Bocce Tournament, Car Show, live music, fireworks and more, Hebron Gazebo, Hebron Village, 603-744-3335.
Aug. 9, High Range, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
Aug. 9, Ice Cream Social, 2 – 4 p.m., Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 9, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 9, Walking Tours with Dr. John Foley, 10 a.m., meet at Wolfeboro Train Station, info.: Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
Aug. 10, Jim Lauderdale, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Aug. 13, Dustin Lee Martin, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 13, Story Share, noon – 1 p.m., sharing local stories, tell a story, read a story from town narratives, bring your own lunch, or come and just listen, Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 13-17, Menopause, the Musical, Interlakes Theatre, 1 Laker Lane, Meredith, 603-707-6035, www.interlakestheatre.com.
Aug. 14, Bobby Freedom, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 14, Sky Road, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
Aug. 15, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 15, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 15, Mount Washington Spirit Gallery, 6 – 8:30 p.m., mediums Karen Tatro and Scott Allen, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-5530, www.cruisenh.com.
Aug. 16, 42nd Annual Granite Man Triathlon, 9 a.m., - noon, Carry Beach, Forest Rd., Wolfeboro, 603-569-5639, https://www.wolfeboronh.us/parks-recreation/pages/granite-kid-triathlon.
July 16, An Evening with Gingerbread Amy, 6 – 8 p.m., Dark Lake Lodge, Wolfeboro, create a cottage of gingerbread, enjoy baked cookies, https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/theclaudestuartchristmasspecial/crafting-with-gingerbread-amy.
Aug. 16, April Cushman, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 16, Chris Bonoli, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
Aug. 16, Cruise Into the Wright, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, admission/reservations: 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.
Aug. 16, From Landscape to Foodscape: Food Safety Workshop – Pickles, Chutneys and Relishes, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
Aug. 16, Michael Vincent Band, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
Aug. 16, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 16 & 17, Mount Washington Valley August Craft Fair, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, held at Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle, Rt. 16, N. Conway, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
Aug. 17, Session Americana, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-3236169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Aug. 17, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 17, Watercolor Workshop, noon – 2 p.m., led by artist Pat Edsall, Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 18, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 20, Alton Market on Main, farmers market, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
Aug. 20, Workshop Day, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 21, Idol Hands, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
Aug. 21, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 21, Morgan Nelson Band, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
Aug. 21, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes: the History of the Land, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
ug. 21-30, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Barnstormers Theatre, 104 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8500, www.barnstormerstheatre.org.
Aug. 22, Lee Sykes, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 22-31, The Woman in Black, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
Aug. 23, Ball in the House, 7 – 9 p.m., Friends of Wolfeboro Bandstand, Cate Park, Main St., Wolfeboro, www.wolfeborobandstand.org.
Aug. 23, New Hampshire Water Ski, Championships 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bridge Falls Path, Back Bay, Wolfeboro, parking at Glendon St. Municipal Parking Lot, abenakskiclub@gmail.com, www.abenakiwaterskiclub.com.
Aug. 23, Saxx Roxx, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
Aug. 23, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 23, Walking Tours with Dr. John Foley, 10 a.m., meet at Wolfeboro Train Station, info.: Clark Museum, 233 South Main St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4997, www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org.
Aug. 23 & 24, Fine Arts & Crafts Festival, presented by Meredith Area Chamber of Commerce, 80-plus juried artisan and craftsmen, Main St. and Mill Falls Marketplace, Meredith, www.meredithareachamber.com.
Aug. 24, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 21, Morgan Nelson Band, 6:30 – 8 p.m., free concert, Kelley Park, 41 N. Main St., Bristol, 603-744-3354.
Aug. 21, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes: the History of the Land, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 24, Music on the Green with Dudley Laufman and The Canterbury Country Dance Orchestra, 4 p.m., free, takes place outdoors at Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org.
Aug. 24, Paul Sanchez & Alex McMurray, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Aug. 25, Story Time & Craft Hour at Castle in the Clouds, 11 a.m., Picnic Pavilion by Shannon Pond, free family event, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration encouraged: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 27, Handcraft Meetup, noon, community hand-craft circle, bring your own lunch and work on your handicraft projects, Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 28, Carolyn Ramsay Band, 6:30 p.m., free outdoor concert, 19 Mile Beach, Tuftonboro, hosted by Tuftonboro Parks & Recreation, info.: www.tuftonboronh.gov.
Aug. 29, Dakota Smart, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 29, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www.castleintheclouds.org.
Aug. 30, Cool Beans, 7 - 9 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Alton Bay Bandstand, Rt. 11, Alton Parks & Recreation, 603-875-0109, parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov.
Aug. 30 & 31, Gunstock Labor Day Weekend Craft Fair, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, at Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, Joyce’s Craft Shows, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
Aug. 30 & 31, Timbear Daley, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 30, Exhibit and Open Hours at Tamworth History Center, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Aug. 30 & 31, Timbear Daley, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Aug. 31, The Soggy Poboys, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 4, Steve McBrian, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Sept. 5, Dakota Smart, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Sept. 5, SOCK HOP with Rockin’ Daddios & classic car show, 6 p.m., free, bring a lawn chair for seating, Rotary Park, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Sept. 6, Lee Sykes, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Sept. 7, Sonny Landreth and Cindy Cashdollar, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Sept. 7, Timbear Daley, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net
Sept. 11, Bobby Freedom, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Sept. 12, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net.
Sept. 14, Griffin William Sherry (Ghost of Paul Revere), 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
Sept. 14, Summer Send-Off Food Truck Festival, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, info.: 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
Sept. 20, From Landscape to Foodscape: Pantry Prep and Storing the Harvest, 10:30 a.m. – noon, Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
Sept. 20 & 21, Falling Leaves Craft Fair, 9/20: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; 9/21: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, held at Tanger Outlet, 120 Laconia Rd., Rt. 3, Tilton, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
Sept. 27, Artisan Fair, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Canterbury Shaker Village, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org.
Sept. 28, Cormac McCarthy, 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net.
OCTOBER
Oct. 1-3, Mutiny on the Mount, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
Oct. 5, Mile for Mentoring Race & Fun Run, 9:30 a.m., 1-mile charity race and run to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of NH, Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, info.: 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.
Oct. 18, 25-26, Winnie the Pooh, Winnipesaukee Playhouse, 33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, 603-279-0333, www.winnipesaukeeplayhouse.com.
Oct. 18 & 19, Leaf Peepers Craft Fair, 10/18: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., 10/19: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.; exhibitors, handmade items galore, Joyce’s Craft Shows, free admission, held under tents, friendly, leashed dogs welcome, held at Schouler Park, 1 Norcross Circle, Rt. 16, N. Conway, 603-387-1510, www.joycescraftshows.com.
ONGOING
Art & Coffee Club, Thursdays, 9 – 11 a.m., Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts/CCAC, art, workshops and events, open year-round with seasonal hours, 603-323-8041, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com.
Barnstead Farmers Market, Saturdays starting June 7, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., 1 Parade Circle, Barnstead, email: nhbarnsteadfarmersmarket1@gmail.com, www.barnsteadfarmersmarket.com.
Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Braiding Group, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., 4th Sat. of the month, Moultonborough Public Library, 4 Holland St., Moultonborough, 603-662-6501. Also meets every Tues. at 1 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet, 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. Wolfeboro Masonic Lodge, 35 Trotting Track Rd, Wolfeboro. Pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, omelets made-to-order, Eggs Benedict, biscuit and gravy, juice, and coffee. Served the second Sunday of every month. 603-569-4637
Canterbury Shaker Village, walking trails, tours, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org.
Castle in the Clouds, Rte. 171, restaurant, music, walking trails, events, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.
Chapman Sanctuary and Visny Woods, nature trails open for hiking, 740 Mt. Israel Rd., Center Sandwich, 603-284-6428, www.chapmansanctuaryvisnywoods.com.
Chocorua Lake Basin View Lot, mountain views, benches for seating, free, www.chocorualake.org.
Coffee Hour, 10 – 11 a.m., coffee, tea and snacks, Effingham Public Library, 30 Town House Rd., Effingham, 603-539-1537, Effingham.lib.nh.us.
Country Village Quilt Guild, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m., meets first and third Wednesday of each month, Public Safety Building (back entrance to Police and Fire Dept.), Rte. 25, Moultonborough, countryvillagequilters@gmail.com.
Dam Brewhouse, events, 1323 NH Rte. 175, Campton, 603-726-4500, www.dambrewhouse.com.
Family Crafts at the Belknap Mill Museum, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., first and third Saturday, drop-in event, free, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.
Fiber Arts Monthly Mingle, first Tues. of every month, 6 – 8 p.m., Makers Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org.
First Friday Receptions, through Dec., 5 - 7 p.m., refreshments, conversation & art, ArtWorks Gallery & Fine Crafts, 603-323-8041, 132 Rte. 16, Chocorua, www.chocoruaartworks.com.
Frank Bolles Nature Reserve, walking trails, off Rt. 16 to Chocorua Lake Rd., Chocorua, www.chocorualake.org.
Freedom Village Store, variety of goods from artisan items to baked goods and more, 11 Elm St., Freedom, call for info/hours: 603-539-3077, www.freedomvillagestore.org.
Gilmanton Farmers Market, June 8-Oct. 12, Sundays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., local vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts, baked goods, live music and more, 1385 NH 140, on lawn of Gilmanton Year Round Library, Gilmanton Iron Works, 603-491-1687, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com.
Guided Tours, history and machines of the historic Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, pre-register: jill@belknapmill.org, 603-524-8813 to schedule a time for a tour.
In the Round, 8:45 a.m., Sundays, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, Benz Center, Sandwich, 603-284-7211.
Indoor Pickleball, 5 p.m., Sandwich Central School gym, Sandwich, every Tues., Wed. & Fri., parksandrec@sandwichnh.org.
Kirkwood Gardens, free, open to public year round, Rt. 3, Holderness, tour the gardens, www.nhnature.org, 603-968-7194.
Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., meets second and fourth Wednesday of each month, First Congregational Church, 115 Main St., Wolfeboro. A second group meets Mondays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Community Center, 22 Lehner St., Wolfeboro, www.llqg.net.
Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, youth and adult sailing lessons, sailing competitions, Gilford, www.lwsa.org, 589-1177.
Lakes Region Art Association, exhibits and classes, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, Rte. 3, Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lraanh.org.
Lakes Region Curling Association, winter leagues, matches at Pop Whalen Ice & Arts Center, Rt. 109A., Wolfeboro, Sundays 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., 603-569-5639.
Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook, nature trail on boardwalk, free, trail starts to the left of Meredith Village Savings Bank, Rte. 25, Meredith, 603-279-9015.
League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, handmade crafts and art for sale, workshops, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.
Loon Center, walking trails, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org.
Makers Mill, a variety of workshops, arts and crafts classes and more, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org.
Making Strides, 8 – 9 a.m., drop-in walking for groups or singles, Ossipee Town Hall, no pre-registration required, 55 Main St., Center Ossipee, takes place various times: www.ossipee.recdesk.com.
Market on Main, farmers market, every other Wed., June 11-Oct. 1, noon - 3 p.m. – every other Wed., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.
Meredith Community Market, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 1 Burton Drive, off Rt. 104, Meredith, free admission, 603-409-2871, www.meredithcommunitymarket.com.
Meredith Public Library Bookstore, run by Friends of the Meredith Library, open weekly: Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., lower level, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603-279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org.
Model Yachting, 1 – 4 p.m., Back Bay Skippers at Cotton Valley Rail Trail, Bridge Falls Path, Wolfeboro, watch radio controlled model yachts, NH Boat Museum, schedule: www.nhbm.org.
Molly the Trolley, 569-1080, take tours/rides of Wolfeboro area aboard the fun trolley, info/schedules: www.wolfeborotrolley.com.
M/S Mount Washington Cruises, narrated cruises of Lake Winnipesaukee, day & evening cruises, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 366-BOAT, www.cruisenh.com.
New England Racing Museum, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., open Saturdays, 922 NH Rte. 106 N., Loudon, www.NEMSMUSEUM.com.
NH Boat Museum, events and exhibits, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554. Second location: 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org.
NH Farm Museum, old-time farm events, tours, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org.
Newfound Lake Eco-Tours, informative/scientific tours of Newfound Lake, Memorial Day-mid-Sept., Newfound Lake Association, www.newfoundlake.org, call for hours/dates of operation: 744-8689.
Outdoor Nature-Based Storytime for Young Children, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510, www.tamworthlibrary.org.
Plymouth Square Dance, 7:30 – 10 p.m., David millstone calls traditional squares, fiddle tunes by Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki, pianist Sue Hunt, no experience necessary, all dances taught, complimentary Common Man goodies and hot drinks, cash bar, Barn on the Pemi, 341 Daniel Webster Highway, Plymouth, 603-481-0789. (Takes place Jan. 2, Feb. 6, March 6 & April 3, 2025.)
Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.
Quilting Group, 1 - 4 p.m., meets every 2 weeks, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Ossipee, schedule/info: 603-539-6390
Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, events, tours, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.
Roller Skating Night, 5 p.m., Mondays, bring your own skates, for age 18 and up, Ossipee Town Hall, 55 Main St., Ossipee, info/updates: 603-539-1307, www.ossipee.org.
Rug Hookers, 10 a.m. – noon, meets Tuesdays, Tuftonboro Free Library, 221 Middle Rd., Rt. 109A, Tuftonboro, 603-569-4256.
Sculpture Walk, tours of outdoor sculptures around downtown/lakeside areas of Meredith, free, Greater Meredith Program, maps: 603-279-9015.
Second Saturday Contradance, Tamworth Outing Club, 7:30 – 10 p.m., Tamworth Town House, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, admission charged, info.: Amy Berrier 603-651-5800 or Teresa Fournier at 978-609-2181.
Song and Jam Circle, 6:30 – 8 p.m., community created jams and song circle, 3rd Monday of each month, Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Tamworth, free, bring your favorite instruments, Arts Council of Tamworth, 603-584-2712, www.artstamworth.org.
Squam Lake Cruises, family/educational cruises to look for loons, & wildlife, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, www.nhnature.org, call for hours/dates of operation: 968-7194.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, exhibits, nature trails, events, cruises, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, 968-7194, www.nhnature.org.
Tamworth Farmer’s Market, 9 a.m. - noon, Saturdays, 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org.
Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, info: www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.
Tamworth Townhouse Hoot – Bruce Berquist & Jim Alt, 1 – 3 p.m., Saturdays, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, song circle, local musicians welcome to participate, bruceberquist@gmail.com.
The Market at the Weirs, Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., May 24-Oct. 4, fresh produce, meats and artisan crafts, through Oct. 5, Weirs Community Park, 49 Lucerne Ave., Weirs Beach, email: bamm-nh.org., www.themarketatweirs.com.
Tilton Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., next to Police Dept. building, 45 Sanborn Rd., Tilton, Rt. 132, free admission, 603-409-2871, www.tiltonfarmersmarketnh.com.
Tuftonboro Country Bluegrass and Gospel Jam, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Tuesdays, donation requested, Old White Church, Rte. 109A, Center Tuftonboro, across from Tuftonboro General Store, 603-569-3861.
Wolfeboro Farmers Market, Thursdays, noon – 3:30 p.m., The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, email: wolfeborofarmersmarket@gmail.com, www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com.
Wolfeboro Table Tennis, meets Wednesdays from 4 – 6 p.m., in basement of All Saints Church, Wolfeboro, all skill levels welcome, $5 admission charge each week, info: 603-520-5651.
Wright Museum of WWII, exhibits and lectures on life on the home front during WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org.