Upcoming Events in the Great North Woods of New Hampshire and the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month - Creative Natives
Artist of the Month at Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital
Afternoons All Month - "Dynamite, Whiskey and Wood - Connecticut River Log Drives 1817-1915"
at Alice Ward Library, Canaan, Vt. presented by Canaan Historical Society.

The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum Open
see www.poorefamily.homestead.com
Open to the Public: Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or as posted):
Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (or as posted)
Outdoor Concerts (watch for dates)
Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell.
The Poore Farm Museum is an historic homestead/settlement documenting one family's life from the 1830s to the 1980s.
The house, barns and outbuildings are all in original condition and reflect their use and era.
The feeling one gets when you enter the homestead is to step back in time, to a time that existed prior to
rural electrification of the northernmost regions of NH.

3 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

5 Public Forum on e-Vermont
at Canaan School gym for Canaan & Norton residents, 6 p.m. Free, refreshments provided. Info: Greg Noyes 266-3326 or Kenn Stransky 822-9935 or www.vtrural.org.

6 Friday Night Live
at Gazebo Park, Island Pond, Vt., 6-10 p.m. Music by Evansville Transit Authority (ETA), classic rock.. Vendors & crafters welcome. Info: Katherine 802-723-6194.

6 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

6 62nd Annual Sugar on Snow Social
at Fletcher Park, Canaan, 7 p.m. If raining, will be at Canaan Elementary School Cafeteria. Music by Carolyn and Friends. Includes baked goods, books, toys, hot dogs and chili dogs. Sponsored by Grace United Methodist Church.

6 Golf Tournament
at Colebrook Country Club, Noon tee-off, sponsored by Canaan Border Riders.

6-7 Canaan Historical Society Museum Open House
at Alice M. Ward Memorial Library Carriage House Annex, Weather permitting.

6-7 34th Annual Stewartstown Day

Friday - 7 p.m. Coronation of the Queen at in the Stewartstown Park
6-10 p.m. PT and The Cruisers; Dance for all ages - DJ Mix Master Mel
Fireworks at Dusk; Rain date: Saturday at Dusk

Saturday - 10 a.m. Parade starts at County Farm. Theme: "Disney" Prizes given
Line up at 9 a.m. Starts at Coos County Farm-drive floats in from the south entrance, please.
Contact Carmen Rodrigue 246-3513/3060 to register.
Mix Master Mel's music before and after the parade
11:30 a.m. Soapbox Derby, contact Nelson Boire for rules 246-7170
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Antique Car Show-Contact Jim Gilbert 246-7756 for details
12:30-3:30 p.m. Vertical Dreams Climbing Wall, $5 adults, $3 children
1:30 p.m. Auction in the Park
Kathy's Clowns Face Painting-Bounce House for younger ones
Helicopter Rides
All Day refreshments and vendors in the park
Buy your buttons from Brittanie Laflamme, Erin Owen, Amber Reynolds o Ashley Skidgel..
Vendors contact Patricia 246-3095 or e-mail stewartstownday@localnet.com

6-8 43rd Annual Canaan Men's Softball Tournament in Canaan
27 teams will start play on Friday at 6 pm. Saturday and Sunday games will start at 8 a.m.
Final game on Sunday night at 5 p.m. Food booth will be open all weekend with all proceeds going to
the Canaan Men's Softball League. Info 802-266-8900

7 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8am - 11am

7 Art in the Park Exhibit
in Canaan, Vt. presented by Connecticut River Artisan Group (CRAG).

7 Yard & Bake Sale
at Trinity United Methodist Church, Bridge St., 9 a.m. - Noon.

7 Bake Sale
at Stewartstown Park, 8:30 a.m. sponsored by Martyrs Parish. St Albert 2010 Christmas Raffle tickets available.

8 Shaw Brothers Concert
at Trinity Methodist Church, 7 p.m. Tickets $12 available at Fiddleheads, Main Street and at the door.

10 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

10 Indian Stream Health Center Annual Meeting
at Jackson's Lodge, 5:30 p.m. Buffet at no charge, suggested donation $6. Speaker: Martin Merry M.D., internal medicine physician.

12 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, Dickson Lane, 7 p.m.

12 Colebrook Historical Society Meeting
at Town Hall Museum, 2nd floor (handicap accessible), 7 p.m.

12-15 Untamed Adventure Race
will take place primarily in Pittsburg. America's only qualifier for the Adventure Racing World Championship which will be held in Spain from September 30-October 9. Slide show for the public will be presented at the Pittsburg fire station on Tuesday, August 10. Info: www.untamedne.com

13 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

13 Fantastic Friday
on Stratford Common, 4-7 p.m. Band: "EJ Hughes" (jazz.)

13 Friday Night Live
at Gazebo Park, Island Pond, Vt., 6-10 p.m. Music by Belairs '50s, '60s, rock 'n roll. Car show. Vendors & crafters welcome. Info: Katherine 802-723-6194.

13 "Blue" Reception
at Fiddleheads Gallery, Main Street, Colebrook, 5-7 p.m. ("Blue" Exhibit August 7-September 2.)

13-14 11th New England Quad Rodeo, Vintage Sled Show & ATV Flea Market
at NCATV Trailhead located at Burns Truck Stop, N. Stratford.Come participate in the ATV Rodeo, many events and games planned. Register on site $5. Starting Friday Noon - 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. North Woods Lifestyle Festival. Food & Beverages. No Alcohol or Dogs Allowed. Vendors may purchase a 10- by 10-foot spot for $25 by calling Otto at 359-8258. For details call 603-922-3350 or www.northcountryatv.com

14 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8am - 11am

14 Golf Tournament - 4-Player Scramble Format
at Colebrook Country Club. Registration 7:15-8 a.m. Shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Entry Fee $35/person, CCC members $20, includes greens fee, awards & meal at Legion Post 47, Canaan after play. Pre-register at Canaan Legion Post, sponsored by American Legion.

14 North Stratford First Baptist Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement.

14 Dance Music
at the Northland Restaurant & Lounge, Canaan. Country Night with "DJ George."

14 Dance Music
at the Colebrook House Inn. "Juke Box Saturday Night." Be your own DJ.

14 Dance Music
at Spa Restaurant & Outback Pub, Stewartstown. "Free Juke Box" Be your own DJ..

14 North Country Chamber of Commerce Directors' Meeting
On the 2nd Saturday of every month the directors meet at Noon at the Office which is located at the Rest Area.
If for some reason, you would like to bring something to their attention, please contact the office at 237-8939
or e-mail at nccoc@myfairpoint.net by Thursday of that week.

17 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

18 American Red Cross Blood Drive
at Monadnock Congregational Church, Colebrook, 12:30-5:30 p.m. Info: www.redcrossblood.org or 800-733-2767.

20 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

20 Fantastic Friday
on Stratford Common, 4-7 p.m. Band: JBL & the Boys playing country and bluegrass

20 Friday Night Live
at Gazebo Park, Island Pond, Vt., 6-10 p.m. Karaoke with Shane Goodwin. Vendors & crafters welcome. Info: Katherine 802-723-6194.

20-22 Drive-In Movies with Snack Bar
at Northern Lights Drive-In, 51 Causeway St, Lancaster Open 7:30 and Movie starts at 8:45 Playing double-feature "The Other Guys" and "Salt" Adults $7 Children $3

Parade Theme: 'Clowning Around'
Registration: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
Line Up at Murphy Dam
Parade begins at 11 a.m.-down New Hampshire's longest Main Street

TOWN PARK UNDER THE BIG TENT
Cooking Contest
Amateur Floral Arrangement Contest
Amateur Photography Contest
Drop off 9-9:30 a.m. - Judging 10-10:30 a.m.- Pick up by 12 noon
All Day Events include:
Vendors/Flea Market: Set-up 9-10a.m., Open from 10am -finished
Mechanical Bull Rides

9:45-10:45 a.m. - Moose Alley Squares
12-1 p.m. - Children's Entertainer
12 noon until gone - Class of 2010 Chicken Barbeque
1-4 p.m. - Live music performed by "Rock On"
Pittsburg Old Home Day Committee Raffle
10a.m.-3p.m. - The People's Choice Exhibit by Connecticut River Artisan Group

Children's Entertainment Throughout the Day:
Bounce House, Pony Rides, Dunk Tank and Much More

Farnham Church Community Hall:
9 a.m.-2 p.m. - Bake sale, crafts, tag sale, pick-up picnic foods
and much more by United Methodist Women and Men

Pittsburg Town Hall:
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pittsburg Historical Society will be open

Kids' Pond - Lower Village:
2 - 3 p.m. - Fishing Derby

Murphy Dam
1 - 6 p. m. Classic Car Show and Cruise

Call us at the Chamber 237-8939 for more information or call 538-6603 / 538-6948; we'll all gladly answer your inquiries.

21 Nulhegan Refuge Wildlife Festival
at Silvio O. Conte National Fish & Wildlife Refuge, Rte. 105, Brunswick, Vt., 10 am.-3 p.m. Program includes program on pollinators, interactive watershed & wildlife exhibits, hands-on demos, environmental exhibitors, native plant hike on Nulhegan River Trail, activities & crafts for children, music, & food. Info: 802-962-5240.

21 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8am - 11am

21 ATV Poker Run
at Millsfield Parking Lot, Sign-ups 10 a.m.-12 Noon; ends at Log Haven, 2 p.m. Details: 482-3294.

21 River Day
at Northern Forest Heritage Park, Berlin 10am-4pm Unusual Animals, Face Painting, Log Rolling, Heritage Boat Ride, Fishing Derby/

21-22 The 16th Annual Golf Club Championship
at the Balsams Panorama Golf Course - Members Only -
Registration Deadline August 10 to register call the Balsams at 603-255-4961

22 Outdoor Concert and Building Tour
at the Tillotson Center, Colebrook 2pm to 6pm Tent seats available Donation welcome

24 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

25 Open House
at Canaan Community Education Center (Northeast Kingdom Learning Service) Starts at 5pm

25 Red Cross Standard First Aid Course
at EMS station, Ramsey Rd., Colebrook. Info.& registration available at 237-5593.

27 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm

27 Dance Music
at the Colebrook House Inn. "White Mountain Entertainment." .

27 Friday Night Live
at Gazebo Park, Island Pond, Vt., 6-10 p.m. Tim Dion duo Contemporary, Classics/Open Mic/Car Show. Vendors & crafters welcome. Info: Katherine 802-723-6194.

27 First Annual Factory Get-Together--Come Visit with your Co-workers
at American Legion, Canaan, 5pm-'til DJ music, 50/50 raffle, pot-luck, past, present and retired employees welcome. Info. call Steve Patnaude 538-6975 or Lannie Lesperance 802-962-5265

28 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8am - 11am

28 Local Growers' Dinner & Dance
at Colebrook Country Club. Dinner 6-9 p.m. Dinner, zucchini sculpture contest & square dance with introductory dances from 7-8 p.m. Tickets available at LaPerle's IGA, Hicks Hardware, Colebrook Country Club, North Country Farm Fresh Coop. farmers or organizer Julie Moran. Info: 237-8685 or cooscoop@yahoo.com.

28 Dance Music
at the Northland Restaurant & Lounge, Canaan. "Rock On" with Jules & Katie Rancourt.

28 Dance Music
at the Colebrook House Inn. "Juke Box Saturday Night." Be your own DJ.

28 Canaan Historical Society Museum Open House
at Alice M. Ward Memorial Library Carriage House Annex, Weather permitting.

AUGUST 27-29, 2010

Five towns in northern New England celebrate the majestic moose with three days of fun and festivities.
Colebrook, N.H., kicks off the event at 9 a.m., with the festival continuing in Canaan, Vt., and Pittsburg, N.H.,
on Saturday, and concluding in West Stewartstown and Columbia on Sunday. The festival includes country and street fairs,
with live entertainment, music, a Mock Moose Parade and Classic Car Cruises, photography contest, quilt, art,
dog and auto shows, historic farm tours, guided hikes and moose tours and much more.
Call sponsor North Country Chamber of Commerce, at (800)698-8939,
or go to www.moosefestival.com for more information.

29 40th Anniversary Open House
at Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, 12 noon-4 p.m. Hospital guided tours; Refreshments; Free Health Screenings (1-3 p.m.); Give-Aways; Special Presentations; Tribute Wall. Info: Mia West 603-388-4289.

All Month The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum Open
see www.poorefamily.homestead.com
Open to the Public: Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or as posted):
Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (or as posted);
Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell.
The Poore Farm Museum is a historic homestead/settlement documenting one family's life from the 1830s to the 1980s.
The house, barns and outbuildings are all in original condition and reflect their use and era.
The feeling one gets when you enter the homestead is to step back in time, to a time that existed prior to
rural electrification of the northernmost regions of N.H.

1 Colebrook Ski-Bees Meeting
at Colebrook Country Club, 7 pm. All members & landowners are invited. www.colebrookski-bees.com

3 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

3 Fantastic Friday
on Stratford Common, 4-7 p.m. Scottish music by Isley Mist Ceilidh.

3 Friday Night Live
at Gazebo Park, Island Pond, Vt., 6-10 p.m. Vendors & crafters welcome. Info: Katherine 802-723-6194. www.islandpondchamber.org

SEPTEMBER 3-5 17th Annual Co-Ed Lob Softball Pitch Tournament
Admission is free all day at Canaan Ballfields. Event is hosted by the Knights of Columbus to support
the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace. The Cook Shack will be open so all you need are your chairs and
cheering voice. To enter a team (registration $150) contact Luc Lambert at 802-277-4860.

4 ATV Guided Trail Rides & Pig Roast
from BigRock Campground, Stratford leaving at 9am, Pig Roast from 4 to 6pm. $7 per person. For more information 922-3329 or www.northcountryatv.com

4 Labor Day Weekend in Gazebo Park
Island Pond, Vt. 6-10 p.,. Battle of the bands & BBQ. Info: Katherine 802-723-6194. www.islandpondchamber.org

5-6 Canaan Historical Society Museum Open House
at Alice M. Ward Memorial Library Carriage House Annex, Weather permitting.

6-7 11th Annual New England ATV Rodeo
at North Country ATV Trailhead, Burns Truck Stop, North Stratford. For details: 603-2922-3350 or www.northcountryatv.com

7 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan.

8 Story Hour & Lego Club
at Colebrook Public Library, Story Hour at 10 a.m.; Lego Club 3-4 p.m.

9 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Potluck Supper
at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd., 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7:30 p.m. www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

9 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Canaan Town Office, 7 p.m. All members urged to attend.

10 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

10 "Expressions" Reception
at Fiddleheads Gallery, Main Street, Colebrook, 5-7 p.m. ("Expression" Exhibit September 4-October 1.)

11 North Country Chamber of Commerce Directors' Meeting
On the second Saturday of every month the directors meet at 10 a.m. at the Office which is located at the Rest Area.
If for some reason, you would like to bring something to their attention, please contact the office at 237-8939
or e-mail at nccoc@myfairpoint.net by Friday of that week.

11 GPS/COMPASS Treasure Hunt
at Trail Head, Burns Truck Stop, North Stratford. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Event may be different from the event on July 17. More info. will be posted after first hunt. Comments may be e-mailed to burns95@peoplepc.com

.11 Two-Rivers Ride for Cancer
20-mile Bike Ride beginning at Lake Francis Boat Ramp, Pittsburg, 10 a.m.. Registration 9 a.m.; 7-mile Bike Ride
beginning at County Farm Road, Stewartstown, Registration 10:45 a.m., ride at 11:15 a.m., Virtual Ride (new this year)
for those unable to participate on event day just check Virtual Rider on the pledge form. $50 fundraising per entrant
minimum, helmet required, participant under 18 years of age must have parent's signature. Pick up Pledge Sheet at
Fiddleheads on Main Street, Colebrook, or Hats Off on Main Street, Colebrook or
by calling Frances Sytek 603-237-5722, Mary Beth Kenison 636-1031 or Lori Morann 237-8401.

11 Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement of the North Stratford First Baptist Church.

       11-12    The Balsams Grand Lumberjack Challenge
                             At The Balsams Wilderness Ski Area
                                   Registration, Gate & Lumberjack Breakfast open at 7:30 a.m.
                                                                         Events begin at 10 a.m.
                                                     Food will be available on site. No coolers allowed.
                                                            Vendors & Craft people will be on site.
                                                               Call 603-255-3122 for more information
                                                        Admission: $5 per person; children under 12 FREE
                                                        Vendor contact person - Bob Weber 603-255-3122 or rweber@thebalsams.com
Sponsorship/Vendor Request forms now available at North Country Chamber of Commerce office 800-698-8939

12 39th Annual North Country Amateur Golf Championship
at the Balsams Panorama Golf Course benefiting the Vershire Center. Registration deadline is Sept. 1,
to register call 603-255-4961.

14 CDDA's Scarecrow-Making Workshop
Residents of all ages and local merchants are invited to celebrate autumn by creating a scarecrow character to help
dress downtown for "Harvest Fair" and foliage season, 1 p.m., Williams Building, 84 Main St., Colebrook.
Info: 237-5011/8010

14 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

15 Story Hour & Lego Club
at Colebrook Public Library, Story Hour at 10 a.m.; Lego Club 3-4 p.m.

16 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, Pittsburg, 7 p.m. All are welcome.

17 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.
17-19 10th Annual Great Northeast Poodle Party/Reunion
at Crabapple Downs www.poodleparty.com

                       18    Antique Tractor Meet and Show
Anyone with an old tractor, farm implement or engine is welcome to show.
                            Sponsored by Colebrook Feeds ( for more information call 603-237-4430)
                                                                   on Colby Street, Colebrook
                                                                  Meet and Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
                                                                         Tractor Parade 1 p.m.

18 Fall Sale
at First Baptist Church, Stratford, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., includes bake sale, crafts, life music, moon bounce for children,
refreshments, library book sale & much more. Scarecrow Contest during Autumn-on-the-Common celebration.
Participants are asked to deliver their creations to the Town Common prior to 3 p.m. Prizes for top 4 winners.

18 Colebrook Ski-Bees Annual Landowner Appreciation Dinner
at the Colebrook Country Club, Route 26, Colebrook. Dinner at noon. www.colebrookski-bees.com

21 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

22 Story Hour & Lego Club
at Colebrook Public Library, Story Hour at 10 a.m.; Lego Club 3-4 p.m.

24 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

25   Canaan Border Riders Landowner Appreciation Dinner
at Northland Restaurant & Lounge, Social Hour 5:30-6:30, Dinner to follow. RSVP to Dan Johnson 802-266-9658.

25    The 34th Annual Dixville Half Marathon
USTAF-Certified Half Marathon - Starting time: 10:30 a.m. at Balsams Panorama Golf Clubhouse for Individuals and relays-4 person and 2 person
3-Mile Fun Walk - Starting time: 11:30 a.m.at the last relay point, on Route 26 just west of Carleton Hill Rd.
Festivities at the Finish Line ( at skating rink on Colby St.) : Live bluegrass music, food for sale at Kiwanis Snack
Shack, free massages for participants, cold drinks, raffle and awards presentation. Preregister by Sept. 15, $30 for
runners, $20 for student runners, $15 for walkers; after Sept 15 runner fee increases to $40; only those who pre-register
are guaranteed a T-shirt. Proceeds benefit several local charities. For more information call Julie at 246-9692 or
e-mail at Julie.riffon@yahoo.com or check for registration forms at www.coolrunning.com they are usually available
by June 1.

28 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

29 Story Hour & Lego Club
at Colebrook Public Library, Story Hour at 10 a.m.; Lego Club 3-4 p.m.

Sept. 30-Oct. 3                                           Balsams North Country Film Festival
                                                                   at the Balsams Grand Resort Hotel, Dixville Notch.
                                             As many as 5 films will be projected at once in areas throughout The Balsams.
                                                                           Sat., Oct. 1 a Black-Tie Gala

1 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

2 Harvest Fair 2010 - Presenting "The Bounty of the Great North Woods"
at Colebrook Elementary Gym, 10 a.m. -3 p.m. the CDDA's signature fall event & fundraiser welcomes shoppers & dozens of vendors from throughout the region into downtown Colebrook. Includes a traditional craft fair; Cider Pressing; Petting Zoo; "Chili Challenge"; Raffle of 3 gift baskets; Musical offering "12 Fiddlers;" Vendor registrations due by September 15. cddamainstreet@ncia.net

2 Harvest Fair Ball
at Tillotson Center for the Performing Arts, downtown Colebrook. Enjoy a night of dancing.

2 Bikers & ATV Outdoor BBQ Bash
at Log Haven, 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sponsored by Log Haven & Umbagog Snowmobile Assoc. Proceeds to benefit Oncology Unit, Medical Center, Lancaster.

5 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

6 Colebrook Ski-Bees Meeting
at the Colebrook Country Club, 7 p.m. www.colebrookski-bees.com All members & landowners invited.

7 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Meeting
at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd., Potluck supper at 6:30, meeting at 7:30 p.m.
www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

7 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Canaan Town Office, 7 p.m. Members encouraged to attend.

8 "Northern Landscapes" Reception
at Fiddleheads Gallery, Main Street, Colebrook, 5-7 p.m. ("Northern Landscapes" Exhibit October 2-November 4.)

8 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

9 Annual Landowner Appreciation Lunch
at Colebrook Country Club, 12 Noon. RSVP by calling 237-5566 by 10/09/09.All landowners on
Colebrook Ski-Bees trail system are cordially invited.

9 22nd Annual Pittsburg Fire Department Auction
at the fire station in Pittsburg 10 a.m. Large selection of antiques, collectibles, many new & used items including
some Ethan Allen furniture. For item pick-up call 538-7409/6563/6953/6564.

9 Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement of the North Stratford Baptist Church.

9   Chicken Pie Supper
at Mohawk Grange Hall on East Colebrook Rd.( off Rt 26), 5-7 p.m.
Adults $9., Seniors $8, Children $5. Proceeds go towards scholarships for local students.

12   Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

14 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Northland Restaurant. Groomer/Operator Meeting 6 p.m. Regular Club Meeting 7 p.m.

14 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, 7 p.m.. Final meeting of the season. All welcome! Trails close Fri, Oct. 17.

15 T.G.I.F Party
at the Colebrook Country Club every Friday. 'Thank Goodness It's Food" 4-6 p.m & Dancing to DJ "Shotgun Willy."

16 Colebrook Ski-Bees Landowner Appreciation Dinner
at The Spa Restaurant & Outback Pub, at NOON. RSVP by calling 246-3039 by Oct. 17.

17 2nd Annual Panorama Golf Club "18-Hardest Holes" Scramble
at Balsams Panorama Golf Club. Registration 11 a.m., 18-Hole WaCkeY Scramble begins at Noon.
Raffles & Donations to support the Balsams Chefs' Apprentice Programs. Info: 255-4961.

19 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

22 T.G.I.F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club every Friday. 'Thank Goodness It's Food" 4-6 p.m.

26 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

31 Children's Halloween Party
at Colebrook Elementary School Gym, 5 p.m. Sponsored by Colebrook Kiwanis Club.

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month -
CRAG Exhibit of the Month -
Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital Artist of the Month -

2 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

6 Christmas Bazaar, Tea and Bake Sale
at St. Brendan's Roman Catholic Church, Colebrook, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tea, crafts, raffles, white elephant, food.

9 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

11 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Northland Restaurant. Groomer/Operator Meeting 6 p.m. Regular Club Meeting 7 p.m.

11 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, 7 p.m..

12 "Vintage Visions" Reception
at Fiddleheads Gallery, Main Street, Colebrook, 5-7 p.m. ("Vintage Visions" Exhibit November 6.)

12 T.G.I.F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club every Friday. 'Thank Goodness It's Food" Party, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

13 Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement of the North Stratford Baptist Church.

16 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m., American Legion Hall, Canaan, sponsored by the American Legion. Refreshments sold.

18 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Northland Restaurant, 7 p.m. All members urged to attend.

23 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

(603) 538-7437 or Helga at (603) 538-6695.We have the Christmas Rush conquered in Pittsburg with The Pittsburg Ridge Runners Snowmobile Club Christmas Craft Fair. This event includes local crafts, baked goods, fudge, preserves, plants, gifts, decorations, club clothing & memberships, raffles, door prizes. Lunch starts at 11a.m.

2   5th Annual Celebration of Memories Christmas Service
at Jenkins & Newman Funeral Home, 7 p.m. Candlelight service touches on the understanding of feelings of grief
during the holiday season, while celebrating the life of a beloved family member or friend who has died this past year

3   T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

4 Kheops 7th Santa's Warehouse Charity Event
From 9am-3pm. Santa will be at Kheops warehouse as well as Mrs. Claus. Free craft activities and face paintings
for the kids.
Copper Leaf is doing a big sale through out the store and warehouse. Part of the profit will be given to charity.

4 Christmas Fair
at St. Albert Church, Riverside, Stewartstown, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Christmas gifts, crafts, decorations, baked goods,
meat pies, raffles and much more. Lunch served at 11 a.m.

4 Christmas Bazaar and Tea
at Monadnock Congregational Church, Colebrook,10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wreaths, crafts, food, candy, cookie walk and
raffle. Luncheon served. Finish your Christmas shopping here.

5 Santa Comes To Town
Santa and Mrs. Claus will light the Community Christmas Tree on Main Street, Colebrook at 12:30 p.m. then preside
over a children's Christmas party at Colebrook Gym,1-3 p.m., sponsored by Kiwanis Club

5 Pre-Christmas Service
at Magalloway Pink Church, Rte. 16, Magalloway, Me., 4 p.m. Officiated by Rev. Lawrence Clough, Magalloway
Choir and more. Everyone welcome. Potluck supper to follow at Magalloway Town Hall.

7 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6:00 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

9 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Meeting; Potluck Supper and Christmas Gathering
at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd. Potluck Dinner at 6:30pm, Meeting 7:30, for more information
538-1142, or www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

10 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

11 Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement of the North Stratford Baptist Church.

12 Old Time Christmas Service
at Bloomfield Church (Route 114 between Bloomfield & Lemington), 4 p.m. Be sure to bring a flashlight.

14 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6:00 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

17 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

18 4th Annual "TUBACHRISTMAS"
at Trinity Methodist Church, Colebrook, 1 p.m. Free concert, free-will offering to support the Great North Woods
Center for the Arts. Traditional carols performed by tuba, baritone and euphonium players from throughout northern
New England. Info: Sharon Pearson 237-5805.

19 Ecumenical Christmas Music Festival
at Trinity United Methodist Church, Colebrook, 7 p.m.

21 Blue Christmas Service
at Monadnock Congregational Church, 7 p.m. Quiet, meditative service that acknowledges the pain and sadness
many people feel at Christmas time. For more information contact Rev. Rebecca Larson 237-4414

21 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6:00 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

28 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6:00 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month -
CRAG Exhibit of the Month -

1 Pittsburg Ridge Runners New Year's Turkey Dinner
at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd. Serving from 5pm to 7pm.
Adults $11, Children 10 and under $6. RSVP at 538-1142. Dance to follow. To benefit scholarship fund.

4 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6:00 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

6 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Canaan Town Office, 7 p.m. All members are urged to attend.

7 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

8 North Stratford First Baptist Church Supper
at 5:30 pm in the church basement.

8 Great North Woods Vintage Snowmobile Race
Pittsburg www.thegreatnorthwoodssnowmobilerace.com The actual races are going to be held at
Farr Road Gravel Pit by trail junction #415 on Trail 142 and 140. Parking for cars, both spectators
and racers is off Day road, (which is almost directly across from Dorman's Gas Station on the left).
There will be signs on Rte 3 and on Day road for a left into Cloutier's gravel pit.
Registration: 9-9:45 a.m.; Races 10 a.m.

11 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan, sponsored by the American Legion.

12 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Potluck Dinner and Meeting
at the Club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd. Dinner at 6:30. Meeting at 7:30 p.m.
www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

13 Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital Annual Meeting
Cash Bar F& Hors D'oeuvres 6 p.m. Buffet Dinner 6:30. Program & Awards 7:30.

13 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Northland Restaurant, 7 p.m.

14 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

15 Church Supper
at First Baptist Church, North Stratford, 5:30 p.m. Public welcome.

18 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6:00 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan, sponsored by the American Legion.

21 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm..

25 Bingo - Money Prizes
in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan at 6 p.m. sponsored by the American Legion.

28 T. G. I. F. Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

4 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

5 Great North Woods Vintage Snowmobile Race
at Northern Tire, Colebrook. Registration: 7:30-9:30 a.m.; Races 10 a.m. www.thegreatnorthwoodssnowmobilerace.com

5 Delicious Homemade Supper
at Kimball Hall, Stratford Hollow, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

8 Bingo - Money Prizes
in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan, 6 p.m. sponsored by the American Legion

9 Winter Warmers Concert - Coffeehouse Improv
at Colebrook Country Club, 7 p.m. Light jazz to classic pop along with original compositions. Tickets $12 at Fiddleheads, Main Street or at the door. Sponsored by Great North Woods Committee for the Arts. Info: Linda Lipkin 538-6852.

10 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Canaan Community Building, 7 p.m. All members urged to attend.

10 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Potluck Dinner and Annual Business Meeting
at Clubhouse, Dixon Lane off of Beach Road. Dinner 6:30 p.m., Meeting 7:30 p.m.
www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

11 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

12 12th Annual North Country Firefighters' Ride-In and Poker Run.
Members of the area's three northern fire departments - Colebrook, Beecher Falls, Pittsburg & Hooksett . Prizes awarded for best costume, most participants from a single fire department, and more. Registration at Colebrook Fire Dept. from 8 to 11:30, and ride-in
ends by 3:30 p.m. at the Beecher Falls Fire Station. Poker Run is 5-card stud; $5 per hand and $20 per family. For more info,
call PFD 603-538-6972, BFVFD 802-266-8242, or CFD 603-237-5798. Snowmobilers leave Colebrook Fire Station, snowmobile to Pittsburg and then to Beecher Falls by 3:30 p.m., a 45-Mile Run! New Hampshire will be honoring Vermont registration for this ride.

12 Snowmobile Scavenger Hunt and Poker Run
Starting at the Stratford Nighthawks' Club House, 484 Route 3, North Stratford, this ride will benefit the
NH Make-A-Wish Foundation. Help us support this great organization. Fun for the whole family.
Registration starts at 9 AM and cost is $5 per hand.

12 Annual Rudy Shatney Memorial Race
at Balsams Wilderness Ski Area. Registration 9 - 10:30; race 11 a.m., $5 entry fee. Open to skiers & boarders
of all ages. Sponsored by Cabot, First Colebrook Bank, Wilderness Ski Area & Fuller Sugar House. Proceeds
go to Wilderness Ski Club. Prizes.

12   North Stratford First Baptist Church Supper
church basement, 5:30 pm.
                                               13th Annual Colebrook Winter Carnival 2011
                                                          FEBRUARY 12         7AM - 4 PM
                                    Contact Mary Jolles at 237-0979 or Sandra Riendeau at 237-8010
                                                         sponsored by the Colebrook Kiwanis Club
                                                                    at Colebrook Country Club

15 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion

18 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

19 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Annual Poker Run
at Young's General Store, Registration 9 a.m.-noon.; $5 per hand. Sponsored by Ridge Runners & the Pittsburg Class of 2010.

19 Great North Woods Vintage Snowmobile Race
Errol, at Mike Hall's Gravel Pit (across from All Season Sports). Admission $5/person; Registration 9 a.m.; Races 10 a.m. Hosted by Umbagog Snowmobile Assoc. www.thegreatnorthwoodssnowmobilerace.com

19 7th Annual Austin's Ride for Cystic Fibrosis
starts at the Colebrook Country Club. Scenic 35-mile snowmobile ride. Registration 9 a.m., Ride 10 a.m.
BBQ lunch after the ride provided by the Colebrook Country Club and Colebrook Ski-Bees Snowmachine Club.
Silent Auction. Participants with out-of-state registered sleds can ride with a waived N.H. registration fee for the
day! All proceeds benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Call 1-800-757-0203 or no-new-eng@cff.org

19 Annual Francis Swallow Memorial Race
at Balsams Wilderness Ski Area. Registration 9 - 10:30; race 11 a.m., $5 entry fee. Open to skiers & boarders
of all ages. Sponsored by Cabot Cheese, First Colebrook Bank, Wilderness Ski Area & Fuller Sugar House. Proceeds
go to Wilderness Ski Club. Prizes.

19 Twilight Dining/ Poker Run Ride
This event begins at the Stratford Nighthawks Club house located on route 3 from 4:00- 7:00pm
Meal to include: Appetizer, Soup, Salad, Lasagna w/ Garlic Bread & Dessert
Cost: $10.00 Adults/ $7.00 Children 12 & Under Note: Early Registration recommended, No later than Feb. 13th
Contact: Candy @ 603-636-1964 or Sharon @ 603-331-1006

19-20 6th Annual Maidstone Lake Ice Fishing Derby
Entry fee $25 per person, No entry fee for youth division if child is fishing with adult ticket-holder; Saturday registration hours 7 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 7 a.m.-3 p.m.Cash prizes, children's division & door prizes. Benefit Maidstone Lake Campowners' Assoc. For more info. call 802-676-3619/3610/3053 or loulufkin@hotmail.com

22 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion

23 Winter Warmers Concert -
at Colebrook Country Club, 7 p.m. Tickets $12 at Fiddleheads, Main Street or at the door. Sponsored by Great North Woods Committee for the Arts. Info: Linda Lipkin 538-6852.

25 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club.. 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

26 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Annual Steak Feed & Snowmobile Raffle Drawing
at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Road, 4:30-7 p.m., Adults $16, Kids 12 & under $9,
Hamburger plate $7. Reservations are appreciated. Snowmobile Raffle Drawing at 7 p.m. Call 538-1142
or www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

26-27 6th Annual Stratford Nighthawks Sled Dog Races
at Stratford N.H. by the Stratford Nighthawks and North Country Mushers. Fun for the whole family!
Before the start, walk around and see the teams getting ready to go and talk to the crews and handlers.
Watch the start, and then proceed to road crossings where the teams can be seen in the process of racing.
Then go to the finish line and see who wins! Included in the races will be a short race of 15 miles
(7 dog-teams or less) and a longer race of 40 miles (open). Registration is Friday evening; drivers’
fees are paid at that time. For more information go to www.mishawum.com and check their calendar page.
Remember sled dog races are dependent on weather conditions more than most snow sports, so check website
periodically for cancellation dates.

Saturdays        Deer Mountain Warming Hut
                             Open 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information visit www.pittsburgridgerunners.org.
Weekends        Swift Diamond Riders Warming Hut
                           Open Sat. 9-4, Sun 9-3 for more information visit www.swiftdiamondriders.com

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month -
Interpretive Center Art Exhibit of the Month -
Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital Artist of the Month -

Saturdays          Deer Mountain Warming Hut
                           Open 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. For more information visit www.pittsburgridgerunners.org.
Weekends         Swift Diamond Riders Warming Hut
                          Open Sat. 9-4, Sun 9-3 for more information visit www.swiftdiamondriders.com

1 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

4 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. Party 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food).

4-5 19th Annual SNO-DEO - New England's Largest Snowmobile Show
presented by Swift Diamond Riders at Coleman State Park, Stewartstown.
Drive in or ride in: Off Route 26 - On Corridors 5 and18, Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Entrance fee - $2/person, under 10 free. Demo rides, try 4 brands of snowmobiles.
Remember the Antique Snowmobile Museum. VISIT THE WARMING HUT FOR FOOD, HEAT & CLOTHING.
Two-track Radar Run, $5/run or $10/3runs, Hummer Expo.
For more information visit www.swiftdiamondriders.com or e-mail swiftdiamondriders@earthlink.net.

5 Great North Woods Vintage Snowmobile Race
Coleman State Park, Stewartstown. Admission $5/person; Registration 9 a.m.; Races 10 a.m. www.thegreatnorthwoodssnowmobilerace.com

5 Colebrook Ski-Bees 35-mile Poker Run
starting and ending at Colebrook Country Club, Route 26 and Corridor 18. Great fun for both riders and non-riders. Registration begins at 9 a.m., Contests at 2 p.m. Donation $5/hand. Games & lots of prizes, 50/50 raffle. Grill will be open! For more information visit www.colebrookski-bees.com or e-mail rider@colebrookski-bees.com

5 26th Annual Steak Cook-Out
at USA Clubhouse, Rte. 26, Errol, 12 noon-3 p.m. Sponsored by Umbagog Snowmobile Association.

5 Church Supper
at Kimball Hall in Stratford Hollow, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

8 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

10 Meeting & Potluck Supper
Pittsburg Ridge Runners Clubhouse, Dickson Lane, Dinner 6:30, Meeting 7:30. Info: 538-1142 or
visit www.pittsburgridgertunners.org

10 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Canaan Town Office, 7 p.m. All members encouraged to attend.

11 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

12 Church Supper
at North Stratford Baptist Church at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement.

15 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

17 18th St. Patrick's Day Dinner
at Monadnock Congregational Church, 5-7 p.m. Adults $8, Seniors $7, Children $6, $1 off if you
are wearing green, lively Irish music.

18 4th Annual Grown Up Spelling Bee
at Colebrook Elementary School gymnasium, 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Kiwanis Club to raise funds for
the club's scholarship fund. Refreshments will be available and spectators are welcome to come and watch the fun.
Info: Mr. Godzyk 237-4265.

18 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food).

19 Annual Trooper Scott Phillips Memorial Race
at the Balsams Wilderness Ski Area, Registration 9:30-11 a.m. Race starts at 11 a.m. $5 per person. Open to skiers and boarders of all ages. Proceeds benefit the Scott Phillips Memorial Fund. Sponsored by Fuller Sugar House, First Colebrook Bank, Cabot Cheese & Wilderness Ski Area.

22 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

25 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food).

26 24th Annual Charity Ball
at the Balsams Grand Resort Hotel to benefit the Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital.; Cocktail Reception 6 p.m., Grand Buffet Dinner, 7 p.m. Live music & dancing 9 p.m. with "The High Rollers Band". in the Grand Ballroom; Comedian at 9:45. Tickets available $60 per person if purchased by March 17 & $65 thereafter at First Colebrook Bank, The Balsams Hotel & Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital. Special overnight room rate at hotel of $75/per person (plus tax & surcharge) including breakfast. To make room reservation, call 255-3400 & mention UCVH's Charity Ball. Fireworks in celebration of UCVH's 40th year will be included in celebration.

29 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month -
CRAG Exhibit of the Month at Interpretive Center -
Artist of the Month at Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital -

2 Delicious Homemade Supper
at Kimball Hall in Stratford Hollow, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

5 North Country ATV Annual Meeting
at Stratford Nighthawks Garage, Washburn Road, Stratford, 7 p.m. All members encouraged to attend..

5 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

6 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, 7 p.m. ATV enthusiasts & volunteers needed. All are welcome!.

9 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club. Party 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food).

9 Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement of the North Stratford First Baptist Church. Public welcome.

12 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

TBA Winter Warmers Concert - Local Musician George Jacques
at Colebrook Country Club, 7 p.m. Tickets $12 at Fiddleheads, Main Street or at the door. Sponsored by Great North Woods Committee for the Arts. Info: Linda Lipkin 538-6852.

13 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Northland Restaurant, 7 p.m. All members urged to attend.

14 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Meeting
at the Clubhouse on Dickson lane. Dinner at 6:30, meeting at 7:30. www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

15 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club, 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

17 32nd Ecumenical Palm Sunday Music Festival
at Trinity United Methodist Church, Colebrook, 7 p.m. Public invited.

19 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion Post 47.

22 Ecumenical Good Friday Service
at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Parsons St., Colebrook, 12:30 p.m.

23 Easter Egg Hunt
at Shrine of Our Lady of Grace, 10 a.m. Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 3028.
Be there early to sign up for door prize, egg-guessing contest & to register.

22 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club, 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

24 Easter Morning Breakfast
at Monadnock Congregational Church, Colebrook, 7-9 a.m. Donations appreciated.

26 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion Post 47.

29 "T.G.I.F." Party
at Colebrook Country Club, 4-6 p.m. (Thank Goodness It's Food)

Interpretive Center -
CRAG Exhibit of the Month
Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital -

3 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration
at Colebrook Country Club. Mexican Beer Sampling, finger foods, music & games. 7-10 p.m. Tickets $15 available at Colebrook Country Club, First Colebrook Band, LaPerle's IGA, Livin' Life & The News & Sentinel; proceeds to benefit Colebrook Kiwanis Community projects.

6 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, (Thank Goodness It's Food), 4pm - 6pm.

7 Delicious Homemade Supper
at Kimball Hall in Stratford Hollow, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

7 Annual Ham & Bean Supper
at Mohawk Grange 217, East Colebrook Rd., 5-7 p.m. Adults $8, Seniors $7, Children $5r Music by Carolyn & friends.

7 Canaan Border Riders Landowner/Volunteer Appreciation Dinner
at Northland Restaurant, 7 p.m. All members urged to attend.

10 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion

12 Canaan Border Riders Meeting
at Canaan Community Building, 7 p.m. All members urged to attend.

13 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

14 North Stratford Baptist Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement.

17 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

20 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

24 Bingo - Money Prizes
at 6 p.m. in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion.

27 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

28 North Country Mud Run & Smoke Show
The show is located at North Main Street, behind Northern Tire. Starts at 10am. Admission is free.
Jumpstart your summer by attending the Mud Run and Smoke show. Who will need a tow out?
The mud pit will be dug out, filled with fresh screened mud and ready for the mud run.
A 'North Country Mud Run' is when the 4x4s big and small try to make it all the way through the mud pit!
Be prepared if you enter your rig to get muddy. A smoke show is when people get to put the pedal to the metal,
with the break on and screech their tires 'til they smoke. Food Vendors, 50/50 Raffle, Helicopter Rides
- weather permitting. Entry forms at www.northerntire.com Contact - Northern Tire 603-237-8105

28 27th Annual Jim Berry Memorial Golf Tournament
Enjoy a round of golf at the beautiful Balsams 18-hole PANORAMA championship golf course, which sits beautifully
on the western side of Keazer Mountain. The holes flow naturally over the mountainside, and feature elements like
deceptively wide fairways, small greens and sand bunkers to challenge golfers of all skill levels. This event is to
benefit Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital. Entry Fee $125 per player. 10 a.m.- shotgun start (scramble),
registration deadline May 31. To register contact Mia West (603) 388-4289.

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month
CRAG Exhibit of the Month
Photography Display -

All Month The Poore Family Homestead Historic Farm Museum Open
see www.poorefamily.homestead.com
Open to the Public: Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (or as posted):
Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (or as posted); Route 145, Stewartstown
Pack a picnic basket and stay a spell.
The Poore Farm Museum is an historic homestead/settlement documenting one family's life from the 1830s to the 1980s.
The house, barns and outbuildings are all in original condition and reflect their use and era.
The feeling one gets when you enter the homestead is to step back in time, to a time that existed prior to
rural electrification of the northernmost regions of N.H.

3 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, TGIF (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

Annual Bike Rodeo
at Pittsburg School parking lot, 10 a.m.-noon. For kids grade 6 & under in all local area towns. Info: 237-0979. Sponsored by Colebrook Kiwanis Club.

4 Free Fishing Day
on all state's ponds, streams, rivers & lakes. Residents & nonresidents may fish any inland water in N.H. without a fishing license; season dates, bag limits & all other fishing regulations must be followed. Details on fishing rules: www.fishnh.com or wherever fishing licenses are sold.

4 Delicious Homemade Supper
at Kimball Hall in Stratford Hollow, 5 to 6:30 p.m.

6 Colebrook Ski-Bees Meeting
at Colebrook Country Club, 7 p.m. All members and landowners invited to attend.

7 Bingo - Money Prizes
Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m.

10 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, TGIF (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

11 Church Supper
at 5:30 p.m. in the church basement of the North Stratford First Baptist Church.

14 Bingo - Money Prizes
Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m.

16 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, Dickson Lane, 7 p.m.

17 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, TGIF (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

21 Bingo - Money Prizes
Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m.

24 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, TGIF (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

              35th ANNUAL BLESSING of the MOTORCYCLES
                                                  AND
              14th ANNUAL GREAT NORTH WOODS RIDE-IN

                                       Friday, June 24th, 2011
                                                    through
                                      Sunday, June 26th, 2011

                                                                       FRIDAY, JUNE 24
                             11:00 a.m. -7:00 p.m. "WELCOME" for information and schedule of events
                                                       Pre-registration for all Motorcycle Events
                                            The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace, Route 3, Colebrook
                                                All Weekend Long HELICOPTER RIDES
                                                                   10:00 a.m. to end of day
                                                      By C.R. Helicopters, pilot: Bob Cloutier
                  9:00 p.m. -1:00 a.m. D.J. Sherri Bomb at Colebrook House Inn Route 3, Colebrook
                                                                  SATURDAY, JUNE 25
                                                                9:00a.m. to the end of day
                       AMERICAN TRUCKERS ASSOC. "SHARE THE ROAD" PROGRAM
                                                 Road Safety & Awareness by Jerry Charron
                                        11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.   MOTORCYCLE RODEO
                                                             Music, Vendors, Competitions
                            Fun for all Ages Organized by The Cougars Motorcycle Association
                            Main Street, Colebrook, at the Shrine of our Lady of Grace, Rte. 3.
Fun for all ages
                        2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Motorcycle Poker Run starts and ends at
                             The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace, Colebrook. Bring your helmets. This ride usually crosses into Vermont.
                         2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.   Motorcycle Bike Show
                                 Downtown Colebrook is having a Bike Show on Main Street with the street being closed off from Route 26 to Pleasant Street with motorcycles lined up on the yellow line. Many vendors will also be set up including strawberry shortcake & pie sale sponsored by NCCOC & CDDA.
                          Judging 5:30 p.m.   2010 Bike Show In Honor of Claire Labretto
                                           6 :00 p.m. Motorcycle Parade (leaves exactly at 6:00 p.m. sharp)
starts & ends at The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace, Colebrook
                                           7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. Chicken Barbeque & Bikers Ball
                                               LIVE MUSIC by L-A Harley Band
                                               Fireworks & Mechanical Bull
                                               Outside Event - weather permitting
                                               Colebrook Country Club
                                           8:00 p.m. - 10:00 a.m. Bud Promo Night w/"The Brew Crew"
                                               at Colebrook House Inn Route 3, Colebrook
                                                              SUNDAY, JUNE 26
                                           7:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.   Pancake Breakfast at The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace
                                                   sponsored by Luc Lambert, Knights of Columbus
                                           11:00 a.m. Sunday Mass The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace
                                             1:00 p.m. MOTORCYCLE BLESSING The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL:
Father Levesque at the Shrine 603-237-5511
For Vendor Information,
Contact Wayne Hall 237-5169 or e-mail Wayne at mtcougar5@myfairpoint.net

25 16th Stratford Old Home Day in Stratford Hollow
Theme "Life in the Great North Woods." Games for all ages: Kids (sawdust scramble);
Teenagers ( greased pole w/money at top); Adults (skillet-throwing contest). Petting Zoo, Raffles, Music and Yard Sales.
Parade at 11 a.m. includes Floats, Old Cars, Tractors, Animals, and Members of the ATV Club.
Free lunch at noon; if you have a favorite dish, it would be appreciated; donations welcome.
Historical Museum open 10-2. For more info. contact Wilson "Hoot" McMann at 636-1602.

25 North Country ATV Trail Ride to Stratford Hollow - Old Home Day
leaving ATV Trailhead located at Burns Truck Stop Route 3, North Stratford between 8:30 and 9 am. Parade 11 a.m.
Buffet Dinner 12 noon. For more information www.northcountryatv.com

25 4th Annual Route 26 Dream Cruise
at Log Haven Campground, Errol. Lineup starting at 2:30 p.m.

26 GrayMist Fiddle Fest
The fiddlers contest, a great wholesome family event for young and old alike, at GrayMist Farm on Brown Road in Groveton,
begins at noon. Traditional music-including bluegrass, Celtic, old-time & more. Admission Adults $8, Children under 12 $4 and children under age three free. Those who would like to bring acoustic instruments - fiddles, guitars, mandolins, banjos - may register to perform between the special features. Registration form is available on-line at www.graymistfiddlefest.com Registration will also be available on the day of event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For info: contact Nancy Gray at 636-1896 or graymist.gn@gmail.com or Samantha Gray at 237-5551, ext. 1330 or syoung@firstcolebrookbank.com

28 Bingo - Money Prizes
Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m.

Interpretive Center Exhibit of the Month -
Interpretive Center CRAG Exhibit of the Month -
Artist of the Month at Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital -
Artist of the Month at Coos County Nursing Hospital -

Monday - Saturday starting July 10 Weathervane Theatre A century of entertainment all summer long.

1 Annual Book Sale
at Colebrook Public Library at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain or shine. This is the largest book sale held in the North Country and the choices and prices are worth the perusing of these many tables of books. Both adults' and children's selections. The tables hold goodies from the best cooks around.

1 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, TGIF (Thank Goodness It's Food) 4pm - 6pm.

2 Confederation of Sound Summer Tour 2010
Live at American Legion Hall, Canaan, 8 p.m. Donation $5. Join the boys as they reunite for another '60s Oldies Dance!
Tickets may be purchased through SAL members or at Legion Post. Proceeds go to Sons of the American Legion scholarship fund.

2 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8a.m. - 11a.m.

Events in Colebrook on July 4
7 a.m. - 10 a.m. American Legion Pancake Breakfast
at the Monadnock Congregational Church
8 a.m. Kids' Fishing Derby - Ages 12 and under
at Roger Deblois' pond, Trask Road off Rte. 3 in Columbia
11 a.m. Fourth of July Parade Theme: "Celebrating Independence Day"
12 Noon Kiwanis Chicken Barbecue on Colebrook Academy Lawn accompanied by live music
Dusk Fireworks at at the Ball Field; rain date Sunday July 4

Events in Pittsburg on July 4
at Murphy Dam

11 a.m. Flea Market
Please bring your own tables - No charge for sites-Donations accepted
Call 538-7003 or 538-6540
11 a.m.-All Day - Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Cold Drinks, Cotton Candy, Popcorn etc.
Noon - Car Show
1-2 p.m. Kids' Fishing Derby Ages 10 and under at Kids' Pond in Lower Village (No fly fishing)
6 p.m. Chicken BBQ and Music Until the Fireworks
6 p.m. until dusk "Rock On" local musicians
At dusk Fireworks

4 Canaan Historical Society Museum Open House
at Alice M. Ward Memorial Library Carriage House Annex, Weather permitting.

Free Birthday Cake and Lemonade 12 noon-3 pm.. Donations: $5 per adult, accompanied children under 12 are FREE.
Tour the museum, view the many newly displayed artifacts & enjoy an old-world demonstration.

5 Bingo - Money Prizes
Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m.

7 Colebrook Area Historical Society Annual Meeting
7 p.m., on the 2nd floor at the Colebrook Town Hall, Bridge St. Subject: Rev. Duke. Info: Pres. Arnold Goodrum 237-4470.

8 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, 8-midnight, (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

9 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8am - 11am

9 Strawberry Social, Yard & Bake Sale
at Grace United Church, Canaan, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

9 Strawberry Supper
at First Congregational Church, Island Pond, Vt., Sittings at 5 & 6 p.m. Adults $9, children $4. Info. Nancy Herman 802-723-6668.

9 Church Supper
in the church basement of the North Stratford First Baptist Church, 5:30 p.m.

10 Strawberry & Ice Cream Social
at All Saints Anglican Church, Hereford, Quebec, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Everyone welcome.

12 Bingo - Money Prizes
Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m.

13 Pittsburg Ridge Runners Meeting
at the club house on Dickson Lane off Back Lake Rd., 7:30 p.m. www.pittsburgridgerunners.org

14 Great North Woods Riders ATV Club Meeting
at Pittsburg Ridge Runners Club House, 7 p.m. All are welcome.

15 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club, 8-midnight, (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm.

16 Farmers' Market
at Colebrook Blue Feeds, Colby Street, Colebrook Open 8am - 11am

16 7th Annual Beal, Beauregard & Bunnell Scholarship Golf Tournament
at Colebrook Country Club, Registration 12 p.m., Tee time 1 p.m. Limited to 12 teams of 4.
Green fees $50/per person, $200 per foursome, fees incl.18 holes of golf, golf cart and après golf dinner,
prizes awarded for lowest gross, longest drive and nearest to the pin contest. Pig Roast tickets $15.
All proceeds will benefit the Kiwanis Club's annual scholarships for local students, established in memory of Vickie Bunnell, Les Beal & Richard Beauregard. For info: Clay Hinds 237-5566. Rain Date: July 17.

19 Bingo - Money Prizes
in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m..

22 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm

23 Millsfield & Umbagog ATV Club Poker Run
at Millsfield Club House, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Food & beverages on site. Info: 603-482-7669/752-7932.

26 Bingo - Money Prizes
in the Basement of the American Legion in Canaan sponsored by the American Legion, 6 p.m. .

29 "T. G. I. F." Party
at the Colebrook Country Club (Thank Goodness It's Food) from 4pm - 6pm