Lake Sunapee Living

85th Annual Craftsmen's Fair
2018-08-04 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Mount Sunapee, 1398 ROUTE 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
For nine days in August, the Mount Sunapee Resort in Newbury, NH hosts one of the oldest craft fairs in the nation, with over 300 juried craftsmen selling their work. The 85th Annual Craftsmen’s Fair features original music, great food and fine craft!
Enjoy a day of inspiring demonstrations, hands-on workshops, conversations with craftspeople, and over 200 booths to shop and discover fine craft. This is your opportunity to find fabulous treasures to take home. Bring the whole family – there is something for everyone!
Exciting musical acts – many at the Fair for the first time thanks to our partnership with The River (92.5 Boston, 102.3 Concord)
Artisanal food offerings made with local produce, including wood fired pizza, fresh smoothies and delicious barbeque.

Opening Day of Balthazar's Ice Shack in Goshen
2018-08-04 10:00 - 17:00 | Balthazar’s Ice Shack, 367 Washington Rd., Goshen, NH, 03752, United States
Balthazar’s Ice Shack features ice cream, cold drinks & specialty sodas, cotton candy, and ice cream cookie sandwiches handmade at Blake’s Creamery.

Live Music: Decatur Creek at Flanders Stage
2018-08-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Flanders Stage, 125 Main St, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
Doug Farrell, Steve Dionne, and Jack Henry are each accomplished NH musicians, singer/songwriters, and performers who together are – Decatur Creek.
The 2016 addition of Beth Eldridge (The Bradford Bog People and The Hardtacks) on fiddle, vocals, and guitar has taken the band to another level.
Their diverse styles complement one another and the group’s evolving original acoustic sound will bring a smile to your face, rhythm to your feet, and leave you wanting for more

Live Music at the Wilmot Bandstand: Mach Turtle
2018-08-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Wilmot Bandstand, 1 Kearsarge Valley Road, Wilmot, NH, 03287, United States
Mach Turtle, rock and roll
More information is available at www.wilmotWCA.org, at 526-7934 or follow the WCA on Facebook.

Live Music: Caribbean Night at The Old Courthouse
2018-08-04 19:00 - 21:00 | The Old Courthouse Restaurant, 30 Main St, Newport, NH, 03773, United States
Monadnock Island Steel Drum Band returns for their tenth year!!
Chef Robert’s amazing Caribbean buffet compliments the music for a wonderful evening under the tent.
Call 863-8360 for reservations

Newport Concerts on the Common: The Flames - John Lovejoy
2018-08-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Newport Bandstand, 20 N Main St, Newport, NH, 03773, United States
The Newport Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to present our annual FREE Concerts On The Common. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, and your entire family for this wonderful Summer tradition every Sunday.
In case of rain, concerts will move inside to the Methodist Church on Park Street (adjacent to the Newport Town Common.)

Live Music at the Elkins Bandstand: The Kearsarge Community Band
2018-08-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Elkins Bandstand, 1 Wilmot Center Rd, Elkins, NH, 03233, United States
The Kearsarge Community Band at the bandstand at the south end of Pleasant Lake.
In the event of rain, concert will be in the Masons Lodge across the street from the bandstand.

LSPA: Folklore of Fishing in New Hampshire - Angling in the Smile of the Great Spirit
2018-08-07 19:00 - 20:00 | LSPA, 63 Main St, Sunapee, NH, United States
Angling in the Smile of the Great Spirit
Presented by Hal Lyon in cooperation with the NH Humanities Council
Anyone who has ever posted a “Gone Fishin'” sign on the door during business hours will appreciate this native fisherman’s glimpse into the habits, rituals, and lore of some of the colorful members of the no-so-exclusive “Liars’ Club.”
Hal Lyon, award winning author, shares tales, secrets, folklore and history of fishing in New Hampshire’s big lakes.
Free and open to the public!

Harmonica Workshop at the Olive Pettis Library
2018-08-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Olive Pettis Memorial Library, 36 Mill Village Rd, Goshen, NH, 03752, United States
Harmonica Workshop
FREE FREE FREE
Please register by Thursday, August 2 to assure you get a harmonica
Mike and Beverly Rogers offer harmonica workshops for the general population as well as special-needs students, age nine through adult.
The students learn a song, some techniques and they keep their own harmonicas.
Most students come away with a feeling of accomplishment and self-worth. Attitudes shift in each and every student, as they become absorbed with the process of entering the world of music!
Mike Rogers has been playing harmonica since the age of fifteen and performs with harmonica and guitar.
He draws on forty years of professional musicianship, fifteen years of teaching secondary education and twenty years of performing in schools from Maine to Georgia.
Mike is joined by his wife Beverly who brings ten years of substitute teaching experience as well as previous work as a children’s storyteller for the public library system in Peach County, Georgia.
Wednesday, August 8
1PM – 2PM
Olive Pettis Library 36 Mill Village Road, Goshen
info @863-6921

Live Music: T-Bird & the Buzzards at the Ben Mere Bandstand
2018-08-08 18:30 - 20:30 | Ben Mere Bandstand, 2 Lake Ave, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
A fun and eclectic acoustic trio from Long Island, NY, this groups plays a mix of well-loved pop, rock, blues and country-esque tunes including some surprising selections the average acoustic act doesn’t cover.
The “trio” includes Terry Seidl née Pross, (lead vocals, guitar, percussion toys and a MEAN kazoo), Bill Miccio (lead guitar, vocals) and Sal Novello (rhythm guitar, vocals).

Summer Music Associates Concert: Altius String Quartet
2018-08-09 19:30 - 21:00 | First Baptist Church, 461 Main St, New London, NH, 03257, United States
Back by extremely popular demand!
Schubert, Mendelssohn, Shostakovich
More information

Newbury Gazebo Concert: Canyon Run
2018-08-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Newbury Gazebo, 980 Rt 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Canyon Run (American Country)
Remember to bring a chair or blanket for sitting.

Ragged 75 Stage Race and 50k
2018-08-10 - 2018-08-12 | NH
The Ragged 75 Stage Race is a challenging 75-mile race with approximately 15,500 feet of elevation gain that includes very technical single-track, steep climbs & descents, double track, fire roads, dirt/gravel roads & pavement. We have also added a 50k on Sunday to make the race accessible to folks who can not get away for 3 days.
The race predominantly follows a 75-mile loop of hiking trails, surrounding Lake Sunapee in Western/Central, NH called the SRKG Greenway (Sunapee Ragged Kearsage Greenway).
For the 3 day stage race, Competitors will complete a point-to-point trail of approximately 22 miles in Stage 1 (summiting Mt. Ragged & Mt. Kearsarge), 25 miles in Stage 2 (summiting Mt. Sunapee) and 33 miles in Stage 3.
For the 50k, competitors will complete a point-to-point trail of approximately 33 miles and 6,300 ft of vertical
Sign up: ultrasignup.com

New London Concerts on the Common: Tirade
2018-08-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Haddad Bandstand, 401 Main Street, New London, NH, 03257, United States
Playing an eclectic mix of rock & roll cover songs ranging from old blues through classic rock, alternative rock, reggae and modern funk.

Live Music: Honest Millie at The Livery
2018-08-10 19:00 - 21:00 | The Livery, 58 Main St., Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
Stellar harmony singing and strong instrumentation by four gals. Valerie on bass, Agnes on piano, Lee on Sax and Ellen on violin, with the spice of Jim on guitar, enjoy bringing you music from the 30’s, 40’s & 50’s. Lots of swing, jazz, and a bit of blues and bossa.
Website: honestmillie.com
BUY TICKETS HERE for Honest Millie

Sunapee Harbor Rock Bass Fishing Derby
2018-08-11 06:00 - 19:30 | Sunapee Harbor, 67 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
Join us for our annual Lake Sunapee Rock Bass Derby.
Weigh-in 11:00am Sunapee Harbor
Our Derby has become a summer tradition around the lake with young and old alike having fun and earning prizes while controlling these pesky fish.
All are welcome! No limit to team sizes.
Pre-register at Dewey Beach. Fish all day starting at 6am.
Weigh-in is at 11am sharp in Sunapee Harbor.
No cost to participate. Fishing license required for 16 years and older and can be purchased online at http://wildlife.state.nh.us/Licensing/licenses.htm.
Many prizes for participants. For more information, please call 763-5996.

Pancake Breakfast for Habitat for Humanity Kearsarge/Sunapee Area
2018-08-11 07:30 - 10:30 | Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church, 82 King Hill Road, New London, NH, 03257, United States
Join us for a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser to support Habitat for Humanity of the Kearsarge/Sunapee Area.
Enjoy blueberry or banana or plain pancakes with real Award-Winning maple syrup, sausages and OJ.
Bring your family and friends.
Saturday August 11 from 7:30 to 10:30 am at Kearsarge Community Presbyterian Church, 82 King Hill Road (Rt 11), New London.
Suggested donation $8 adults, $5 youth.
All are WELCOME. Info at 526-4800 or www.KCPCNLNH.com.
Habitat for Humanity works in partnership with people in need, to create affordable housing.
Event date
2018-08-11

Live Music: Harmony Hotel at Flanders Stage
2018-08-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Flanders Stage, 125 Main St, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
Harmony Hotel Band warms the soul with unpredictable blends of voices, instruments, and musical styles.

Live Music at the Wilmot Bandstand: Diamond Special
2018-08-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Wilmot Bandstand, 1 Kearsarge Valley Road, Wilmot, NH, 03287, United States
Diamond Special, rock, blues & country
More information is available at www.wilmotWCA.org, at 526-7934 or follow the WCA on Facebook.

Summer Hike on the SRK Greenway: Sunapee Sestercentenial Hike
2018-08-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Newbury Post Office, 976 NH-103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Join Tim Eliassen on SRK Greenway Trail #1 from Newbury Harbor up to the summit of Mount Sunapee. This is an official event to celebrate the Sunapee Sestercentenial 250th Town Anniversary.
There is not a better view of the lake and the town of Sunapee than this hike. Come see it all. Difficult 6-miles.
Parking at the Newbury Post Office.
For more info contact Tim 603-763-2502
Be sure to contact the trip leader at least one day in advance to register your interest and get the details on meeting place and time.
Always carry a substantial supply of water, a snack, and layers of clothing to prepare for possible weather conditions.

Clark Estate Auction in Washington: Hosted by R. H. Putnam Auctions
2018-08-12 11:00 - 18:00 | Estate of Russell & Phyllis Clark, 2381 East Washington Rd, Washington, NH, 03280, United States
Auction: Estate of Russell & Phyllis Clark
Hosted by R. H. Putnam Auctions
Sunday, August 12 at 11 AM – 6 PM
2381 East Washington Road
Washington, NH 03280
Country Auction liquidating the entire contents of the estate. Furnishings; accessories; pottery; silver; crocks; barn finds; wicker furnishings; license plates; john boat; cement statues; Christmas ornaments; loom; John Deer tractor attachments; vintage clothing and the list goes on and on. Plan on spending your Sunday here!

Newport Concerts on the Common: Tammy Jackson
2018-08-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Newport Bandstand, 20 N Main St, Newport, NH, 03773, United States

Live Music at the Elkins Bandstand: Folk Fusion
2018-08-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Elkins Bandstand, 1 Wilmot Center Rd, Elkins, NH, 03233, United States
At the bandstand at the south end of Pleasant Lake.
In the event of rain, concert will be in the Masons Lodge across the street from the bandstand.

Live Music: The Flames at the Ben Mere Bandstand
2018-08-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Ben Mere Bandstand, 2 Lake Ave, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
A four piece “Rock & Roll” band playing music of the 50s, 60s & 70s with three vocalists including John Lovejoy on keyboards, Cam Cross on guitar, Eric von Ammon on drums and Terry Langford on tenor sax.

Newbury Gazebo Concert: The Flames
2018-08-16 19:30 - 21:00 | Newbury Gazebo, 980 Rt 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
The Flames (Local Oldies Band)
Remember to bring a chair or blanket for sitting.

Art Exhibit: Scenes of Sunapee Through the Years
2018-08-17 - 2018-08-19 | NH
Sunapee’s 250th Celebration Art Exhibit Scenes of Sunapee Through the Years At The Livery (Annex), Sunapee Harbor, August 17 – 19, 2018
Submission applications due by July 20, 2018
For Info: www.SunapeeHistoricalSociety.org
603-763-9872
Sponsored by the Sunapee Historical Society & Sunapee Heritage Alliance

Sunapee 250th Celebration Weekend
2018-08-17 - 2018-08-19 | NH, United States
SUMMER 2018
250 YEARS
SunapeeRecreation 250th Celebration Weekend August 17-19
The mission of Sunapee Recreation is to provide quality activities and facilities to all residents of Sunapee and their guests. Sunapee Recreation strives to positively enhance the mind, body and spirit as well as to encourage participation, fun and learning with its programs.
Friday, August 17
Aerosmith Memorabilia Exhibit – The Livery • 10:00am-5:30pm
Lindsey and Her Puppet Pals – Dewey Beach • 11:00am
Harbor Music (Flanders Stage) – Flew-Z • 5:00-6:30pm
Visions of Sunapee Art Exhibit at The Livery – Opening Reception 5:00-7:00pm
Harbor Music-Aerosmith Tribute Band – Draw the Line 6:30pm
Fireworks in the Harbor – Moved to Saturday!
Saturday, August 18
Wild Goose Chase 4-mile Race, Sunapee Harbor 8:00am
Herbert Welsh Trail Hike • 8:00am
Community Breakfast, Lake Sunapee United Methodist Church 8:00-10:00am
Parade . 11:00am
Aerosmith Memorabilia Exhibit – The Livery • 11:00am-4:00pm
Games – In The Harbor – Project Sunapee • 2:00-4:00pm
Love Your Lake Activities – LSPA • 10:00am-2:00pm
Historical Display – Sons of American Revolution-Veteran’s Field
Music in the Harbor – Soul Fix. 3:00-5:pm
Harbor Music (Flanders Stage) – Rusted Chrome • 5:00-7:00pm
Evening music – The Flames at the Livery • 7:30pm
Fireworks in the Harbor – Sponsored by Stacy’s Smoothies – 8:30pm
Sunday, August 19
Simpson Preserve Hike – (starting Hells Corner Road) • 9:00am
Disc Golf Tournament – Tilton Park. 9:00am
Love Your Lake Activities – LSPA at the Harbor • 10:00am-2:00pm
Antique Boats on Display – Sunapee Harbor, Antique Boat Parade 1:00pm
Music Tom Pirozzoli – Flanders Stage, Sunapee Harbor Riverway • 1-3pm
Games, Food, Fun – Abbott Library • 2:00pm
Time Capsule Dedication/Closing Ceremony and Community Photo starting at the Sunapee Archives • 4:30pm
For more information: www.sunapeenh250.org
or call Scott Blewitt Recreation Department 603-763-2212

Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals at Dewey Beach
2018-08-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Dewey Beach, Sunapee, 1 Dewey Beach rd, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
Dewey Beach, Sunapee
Lindsay brings a huge collection of lovingly handcrafted, life-size hand puppets and marionettes to child and family audiences across New England.
Filled with silly humor, crowd participation, and unique, memorable characters, this series of charming, positive short stories will delight the young and the young at heart!
Show is one hour long. For more information, please visit www.lindsayspuppetpals.com or call 603-393-5565.

New London Concerts on the Common: Soulfix
2018-08-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Haddad Bandstand, 401 Main Street, New London, NH, 03257, United States
A five piece wedding/party band that covers Soul, Funk and R&B favorites from the Dartmouth/Lake Sunapee region.

Live Music: Rusted Chrome at Flanders Stage
2018-08-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Flanders Stage, 125 Main St, Sunapee, NH, 03782, United States
A Newport, New Hampshire area band putting our shine on good music featuring classic rock and country hits from yesterday and today.
