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PSU's Museum of the White Mountains Opens February 23
PLYMOUTH — A vision to celebrate the history, culture and beauty of New Hampshire's White Mountains is becoming a reality at Plymouth State University.
The Museum of the White Mountains will open to the public February 23 in a former church on Highland Street in Plymouth. In keeping with the university's core mission and goals, the museum will preserve and promote the unique history, culture and environmental legacy of the region. Plymouth State University President Sara Jayne Steen said the MWM is a natural extension of the University's duty to serve the region.
"PSU is fortunate to be located in a wonderful place for living and learning, one that we want to support and celebrate," said Steen.
The MWM brings art, history, literature, science, tourism and more together to create a transdisciplinary understanding and experience of the White Mountains region – both physically and virtually – from its ideal location at the gateway to the White Mountains.
According to Museum director Catherine Amidon, "The museum is not just a place; it is a gateway to experience. It is a site to share knowledge, sublime experience, and personal connection. The educational experience starts outside from the growing interpretive trail that leads visitors into the museum; they are then encouraged to venture into the region with GPS coordinates that connect displays and culturally significant sites."
Among the collections already acquired by the Museum are:
● Archives and images, including rare glass-plate photographs, stereoscopic images, hotel ledgers, postcards and more donated by the late Dan Noel.
● A comprehensive collection early and first edition as well as more recent books and guides about the region from John W. (Jack) and Anne H. Newton.
● White Mountains art by women artists from Frances 'Dolly' MacIntyre.
● Images and collectables from the Balsams Grand Resort Hotel from Steve Barba.
The upcoming exhibition will be divided between five geographic regions: Franconia Notch, Northern Presidentials, The Summit of Mount Washington, Crawford Notch and Conway Valley.
The Museum offers free admission and during the school year will be open Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, Noon -5 p.m., closed Mondays.
In addition MWM will be closed both Monday and Tuesday during the summer.
Designed by the architectural firm Barba and Wheelock, the construction management firm is Bauen Corporation in Meredith. LEED Silver standards served as a guide for the renovation project. To learn more about the Museum of the White Mountains, go here: http://www.plymouth.edu/museum-of-the-white-mountains/
Photo Captions:
At the White Mountains, Frederick Gleason, (Courtesy N.H. Historical Society)
The Museum of the White Mountains will open to the public February 23 in a former church on Highland Street in Plymouth. In keeping with the university's core mission and goals, the museum will preserve and promote the unique history, culture and environmental legacy of the region. Plymouth State University President Sara Jayne Steen said the MWM is a natural extension of the University's duty to serve the region.
"PSU is fortunate to be located in a wonderful place for living and learning, one that we want to support and celebrate," said Steen.
The MWM brings art, history, literature, science, tourism and more together to create a transdisciplinary understanding and experience of the White Mountains region – both physically and virtually – from its ideal location at the gateway to the White Mountains.
According to Museum director Catherine Amidon, "The museum is not just a place; it is a gateway to experience. It is a site to share knowledge, sublime experience, and personal connection. The educational experience starts outside from the growing interpretive trail that leads visitors into the museum; they are then encouraged to venture into the region with GPS coordinates that connect displays and culturally significant sites."
Among the collections already acquired by the Museum are:
● Archives and images, including rare glass-plate photographs, stereoscopic images, hotel ledgers, postcards and more donated by the late Dan Noel.
● A comprehensive collection early and first edition as well as more recent books and guides about the region from John W. (Jack) and Anne H. Newton.
● White Mountains art by women artists from Frances 'Dolly' MacIntyre.
● Images and collectables from the Balsams Grand Resort Hotel from Steve Barba.
The upcoming exhibition will be divided between five geographic regions: Franconia Notch, Northern Presidentials, The Summit of Mount Washington, Crawford Notch and Conway Valley.
The Museum offers free admission and during the school year will be open Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, Noon -5 p.m., closed Mondays.
In addition MWM will be closed both Monday and Tuesday during the summer.
Designed by the architectural firm Barba and Wheelock, the construction management firm is Bauen Corporation in Meredith. LEED Silver standards served as a guide for the renovation project. To learn more about the Museum of the White Mountains, go here: http://www.plymouth.edu/museum-of-the-white-mountains/
Photo Captions:
At the White Mountains, Frederick Gleason, (Courtesy N.H. Historical Society)
Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 February 2013 00:16
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B 201: Laconia Adult Education Offers Dog Obedience Classes
LACONIA — Laconia Adult Education will be offering Beginner and Advanced Dog Obedience classes starting on Wednesday, March 13.
Classes will meet for eight (8) weeks at the Woodland Heights Elementary School Gym in Laconia. The Beginner Class will meet from 6-7 p.m. and the Advanced Class from 7-8 p.m., announced Peggy Selig, Program Director.
The classes will be taught by John and Carolyn Bancroft. No dog is too young, too small or too old to enter the Beginner Dog Obedience Class. Your dog will learn to walk beside you on the leash without pulling, come when called, sit, lie down, stand, and stay where you command it to stay. Owners will also learn how to communicate with their pets.
The Advanced Dog Obedience Class is designed for those dogs that are ready to begin training off a leash, learning verbal and hand signals. Your dog will learn to interact with other dogs, but pay attention to your instructions. This class also prepares pet handlers and their dogs to enter the obedience trials and show
All dogs must be current with Rabies and Distempter Shots. Documentation must be provided prior to registration. To register for the Dog Obedience classes call the Laconia Adult Education Office at 524-5712.
Classes will meet for eight (8) weeks at the Woodland Heights Elementary School Gym in Laconia. The Beginner Class will meet from 6-7 p.m. and the Advanced Class from 7-8 p.m., announced Peggy Selig, Program Director.
The classes will be taught by John and Carolyn Bancroft. No dog is too young, too small or too old to enter the Beginner Dog Obedience Class. Your dog will learn to walk beside you on the leash without pulling, come when called, sit, lie down, stand, and stay where you command it to stay. Owners will also learn how to communicate with their pets.
The Advanced Dog Obedience Class is designed for those dogs that are ready to begin training off a leash, learning verbal and hand signals. Your dog will learn to interact with other dogs, but pay attention to your instructions. This class also prepares pet handlers and their dogs to enter the obedience trials and show
All dogs must be current with Rabies and Distempter Shots. Documentation must be provided prior to registration. To register for the Dog Obedience classes call the Laconia Adult Education Office at 524-5712.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 February 2013 00:12
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Tilton Masons to Hold Public Breakfast and bake sale saturday
TILTON — The Masons of Doric-Centre Lodge #20 are continuing their public breakfasts and bake sales on the fourth Saturday of each month from 7 to 9:30 a.m. at the Masonic Building on 410 West Main Street in Tilton.
This month's breakfast will be held on Saturday, February 23 and will feature a full breakfast, including eggs cooked to order, and the cost is $7. Proceeds will benefit the various charities the Lodge supports. The Masonic Lodge will also be open for public tours and information. For more information about the breakfasts or about the Masons, contact Woody Fogg at 524-8268.
This month's breakfast will be held on Saturday, February 23 and will feature a full breakfast, including eggs cooked to order, and the cost is $7. Proceeds will benefit the various charities the Lodge supports. The Masonic Lodge will also be open for public tours and information. For more information about the breakfasts or about the Masons, contact Woody Fogg at 524-8268.
Last Updated on Wednesday, 20 February 2013 00:00
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Squam Lakes Association Offering Introduction to Fly-Tying Workshop
HOLDERNESS — The Squam Lakes Association plans Introduction to Fly-Tying workshops on Wednesdays, February 27 and March 20 at 6:30 p.m.
Local fly-fishers Bill Clark and EB James, who's also the Executive Director of the SLA, will lead the workshops at the SLA's Resource Center, 534 Route 3 in Holderness.
Two evening programs are scheduled and participants are welcome to attend one or both evenings. Workshops will focus on the fundamentals of a few key patterns that form the fundamental skills for fly-tying.
On February 27, participants will learn to tie a Wooly Bugger and a Hare's Ear Nymph. These two patterns are basic building blocks both for learning to tie and for catching a variety of warm and cold water fish. March's workshop will review these patterns as well as introduce other basic patterns to be determined.
There is a materials fee of $10 for non-members and $8 for members of the SLA for each workshop. Pre-registration is required and there is a classes are limited to six participants. To register, call the SLA at 968-7336 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Local fly-fishers Bill Clark and EB James, who's also the Executive Director of the SLA, will lead the workshops at the SLA's Resource Center, 534 Route 3 in Holderness.
Two evening programs are scheduled and participants are welcome to attend one or both evenings. Workshops will focus on the fundamentals of a few key patterns that form the fundamental skills for fly-tying.
On February 27, participants will learn to tie a Wooly Bugger and a Hare's Ear Nymph. These two patterns are basic building blocks both for learning to tie and for catching a variety of warm and cold water fish. March's workshop will review these patterns as well as introduce other basic patterns to be determined.
There is a materials fee of $10 for non-members and $8 for members of the SLA for each workshop. Pre-registration is required and there is a classes are limited to six participants. To register, call the SLA at 968-7336 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 February 2013 23:58
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