February Vacation Winter Carnival Programs include Cardboard Box Sled Derby, Curling
GILFORD — The Gilford Parks and Recreation Department is planning some Winter Carnival activities for the whole family on Wednesday, February 27. These activities will include a Cardboard Box Sled Derby and Curling Games.
The Cardboard Box Sled Derby competition will be held on February 27 at 10 a.m. at the Gilford Outing Club sledding hill on Cherry Valley Road. Participants in this program will build their own sled ahead of time and compete in a variety of races at the sledding hill the day of the event.
This program is open to participants ages 5 and up. All interested participants must pre-register by Monday, February 25. All interested participants should contact the Parks and Recreation Department for Derby design guidelines.
The Curling Games will be held at the Arthur A Tilton Ice Rink on February 27. A fun introduction to the sport of curling will be open to any interested participants. A game for children ages 6-17 will be held from 2-3 p.m. and a game for adults ages 18 and up will be held from 3-4 p.m. Curling is the sport of "sliding stones" down the ice in an attempt to get your "stones" closer to the target than your opponent. Although this activity is held on the ice, participants do not wear ice skates. Participants should dress to be outside and should wear sneakers or boots. All participants may register at the event.
For more information on any of these programs, please contact the Gilford Parks and Rec. at 527-4722.
The Cardboard Box Sled Derby competition will be held on February 27 at 10 a.m. at the Gilford Outing Club sledding hill on Cherry Valley Road. Participants in this program will build their own sled ahead of time and compete in a variety of races at the sledding hill the day of the event.
This program is open to participants ages 5 and up. All interested participants must pre-register by Monday, February 25. All interested participants should contact the Parks and Recreation Department for Derby design guidelines.
The Curling Games will be held at the Arthur A Tilton Ice Rink on February 27. A fun introduction to the sport of curling will be open to any interested participants. A game for children ages 6-17 will be held from 2-3 p.m. and a game for adults ages 18 and up will be held from 3-4 p.m. Curling is the sport of "sliding stones" down the ice in an attempt to get your "stones" closer to the target than your opponent. Although this activity is held on the ice, participants do not wear ice skates. Participants should dress to be outside and should wear sneakers or boots. All participants may register at the event.
For more information on any of these programs, please contact the Gilford Parks and Rec. at 527-4722.
Last Updated on Tuesday, 19 February 2013 03:00
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Snowshoe Disc Golf World Championship at Mystic Meadows Saturday
LACONIA — The Mystic Meadows, home of Tavern 27 and Jade Trace Golf, will be hosting the 2013 Snowshoe Disc Golf World Championship, to take place on Saturday February 23 at noon and will benefit Better Together, a Lakes Region initiative working to benefit the community.
Teams of two will compete for the lowest course score and the title of the first ever Snowshoe Disc Golf Champions in the Lakes Region. Teams consist of two players wearing snowshoes playing with a regulation size disc. The Mystic Meadows also has snowshoes to lend while supplies last.
Individuals that show up as a single to play will be paired with other individuals to form a team. Teams will be paired up and play as a foursome. To play the game disc is advanced from the tee box to the basket by being tossed from one team mate to another until one team mate can put the disc in the basket. The number of tosses, including the toss into the basket, is the team score for the hole.
The team with the lowest score will be crowned the world champions and win prizes. The entry fee of $50 will be collected and the proceeds from the event will benefit the local organization, Better Together, a rassroots effort to rekindle the spirit of neighborhood and community in the Lakes Region.
Better Together has inspired programs like Got Lunch. Their meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month at the Laconia Middle School Library from 4-6 p.m. New Action teams are forming all the time. Call 603-581-1571 for more information on Better Together.
Those looking to support the effort, but not wishing to play can participate as a spectator. The Mystic Meadows is also accepting One Toss Jackpot prizes. Like hole-in-one prizes, the prize is given out if a player lands the disc in the basket on the first toss.
Current prizes include: Ippolito's Furniture – Recliner valued at $499; Burrito Me – 1 burrito a week for a year valued at $500; MC Cycle and Sport – a pair of Dior Snowshoes valued at $230; Belknap - 2 Snow Tires valued at $250; Tavern 27 - $500 in Gift Certificates; Jade Trace Golf $500 in Golf Gift Certificates.
Visit SnowshoeDiscGolf.com for more information and to register
Teams of two will compete for the lowest course score and the title of the first ever Snowshoe Disc Golf Champions in the Lakes Region. Teams consist of two players wearing snowshoes playing with a regulation size disc. The Mystic Meadows also has snowshoes to lend while supplies last.
Individuals that show up as a single to play will be paired with other individuals to form a team. Teams will be paired up and play as a foursome. To play the game disc is advanced from the tee box to the basket by being tossed from one team mate to another until one team mate can put the disc in the basket. The number of tosses, including the toss into the basket, is the team score for the hole.
The team with the lowest score will be crowned the world champions and win prizes. The entry fee of $50 will be collected and the proceeds from the event will benefit the local organization, Better Together, a rassroots effort to rekindle the spirit of neighborhood and community in the Lakes Region.
Better Together has inspired programs like Got Lunch. Their meetings are held on the 4th Thursday of each month at the Laconia Middle School Library from 4-6 p.m. New Action teams are forming all the time. Call 603-581-1571 for more information on Better Together.
Those looking to support the effort, but not wishing to play can participate as a spectator. The Mystic Meadows is also accepting One Toss Jackpot prizes. Like hole-in-one prizes, the prize is given out if a player lands the disc in the basket on the first toss.
Current prizes include: Ippolito's Furniture – Recliner valued at $499; Burrito Me – 1 burrito a week for a year valued at $500; MC Cycle and Sport – a pair of Dior Snowshoes valued at $230; Belknap - 2 Snow Tires valued at $250; Tavern 27 - $500 in Gift Certificates; Jade Trace Golf $500 in Golf Gift Certificates.
Visit SnowshoeDiscGolf.com for more information and to register
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Mr. Nick and Dirty Tricks Friday at Pitman's Freight Room
LACONIA — Pitman's Freight Room in Laconia is pleased to present Mr. Nick and the Dirty Tricks Blues Band for a return performance on February 22 at 8 p.m. Admission is $10, doors open at 7:15 p.m. and Pitman's is a BYOB venue.
Mr. Nick & the Dirty Tricks unites veteran musicians Nick David (a.k.a. Mr. Nick), "Lonely" Gus Carlson, Teddy B. (Bukowski) and Rick Rousseau for one of the region's most formidable live outfits in any genre. But their hearts belong to blues. Real blues.
They play elegant, stomping and swinging classics like Little Walter's "Mellow Down Easy," Howlin' Wolf's "300 Pounds of Joy" and Wynonie Harris' "Good Morning Judge." Their bag of originals is a mix of rhumbas, jump blues, and boogies.
"This band is a killer outfit," says David. And that's the truth. Everything comes together when they play: their deep mutual understanding and knowledge of blues, their originality and depth as players, and the band's ability to put on a great show that brings people to their feet. It's a blend that wins new converts wherever they perform.
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Mr. Nick and the Dirty Tricks Blues Band will be at Pitman's Freight Room Friday night. (Courtesy photo)
Mr. Nick & the Dirty Tricks unites veteran musicians Nick David (a.k.a. Mr. Nick), "Lonely" Gus Carlson, Teddy B. (Bukowski) and Rick Rousseau for one of the region's most formidable live outfits in any genre. But their hearts belong to blues. Real blues.
They play elegant, stomping and swinging classics like Little Walter's "Mellow Down Easy," Howlin' Wolf's "300 Pounds of Joy" and Wynonie Harris' "Good Morning Judge." Their bag of originals is a mix of rhumbas, jump blues, and boogies.
"This band is a killer outfit," says David. And that's the truth. Everything comes together when they play: their deep mutual understanding and knowledge of blues, their originality and depth as players, and the band's ability to put on a great show that brings people to their feet. It's a blend that wins new converts wherever they perform.
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Mr. Nick and the Dirty Tricks Blues Band will be at Pitman's Freight Room Friday night. (Courtesy photo)
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Science Center offers ice fishing program on Saturday
HOLDERNESS — Squam Lakes Natural Science Center is holding a program about ice fishing for adults and children ages 8 and over on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. to noon.
Many people have seen bobhouses on New Hampshire' frozen lakes and ponds but ice fishing remains a mystery. What is is all about? How do fish survive without freezing? How can you tell the difference between types of fish? How is the lake changing under its frozen surface? Join the Science Center on the ice to discover the answers as participants drill holds, test water quality, bait hooks, and try to catch and identify some fish in Little Squam Lake. Adult must accompany children.
Adult must possess a valid fishing license to fish. Registration is requested in advance by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling 968-7194.
Cost: $7/member; $9/non-member.
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 968-7194.
Many people have seen bobhouses on New Hampshire' frozen lakes and ponds but ice fishing remains a mystery. What is is all about? How do fish survive without freezing? How can you tell the difference between types of fish? How is the lake changing under its frozen surface? Join the Science Center on the ice to discover the answers as participants drill holds, test water quality, bait hooks, and try to catch and identify some fish in Little Squam Lake. Adult must accompany children.
Adult must possess a valid fishing license to fish. Registration is requested in advance by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or calling 968-7194.
Cost: $7/member; $9/non-member.
For details about this event, upcoming programs, and membership go to www.nhnature.org or call 968-7194.
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