Harbor Events & Entertainment Calendar - SUMMER 2009
All Harbor events are FREE unless indicated with **in description.
Events at the
Ben Mere Bandstand are sponsored by the Town of Sunapee - Wednesdays 7:00 - 9:00 pm.
Events at
Flanders Stage are sponsored by local businesses and individual contributions - Saturdays 5:00 - 7:00 pm (some Sundays)
Harbor Events are mostly sponsored by Town of Sunapee Recreation Department (unless otherwise specified)
NOTE: Listed events OUTSIDE the Harbor are highlighted (and color-coded) with location details included in event description.
Select individual months to view each calendar of events.
ALSO: more events are continually posted throughout the season. Please check back often!
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   August Calendar

(Listed events link to descriptive details below)
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY
        1 Kayak/Canoe Poker Run
Paddling for Poker Cards/Hand

 Flanders Stage
The Click Horning Trio

 
 League of NH Craftsman
76th Annual Fair  (thru Aug. 9)

  Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides
2   Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides
3  NL Barn Playhouse
  Suds

  Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides
4   Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides

  NL Barn Playhouse
The Producers
5 Bandstand
East Bay Jazz Ensemble

   Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides
6 Historical Museum
Cracker Barrel Talk

 
  Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides

  NL Barn Playhouse
Captian Bree & her Lady Pirates
7   Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides
8 Canoe/Kayak Race
Around the Harbor

 
 Rock Bass Derby
Unique Fishing Derby

 Flanders Stage
Putnam & Pirozzilo

 
 Draw The Line
Aerosmith Tribute Band Concert

  Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides

  The Fells
Benefit Auction
9 Love Your
Lakes Day

Antique Boat Show & Parade

 Historical Museum
Annual Meeting

  Mount Sunapee
Aerial Sky Rides

  New London
Triathlon
10
 
11  NL Barn Playhouse
Anything Goes
12 Bandstand
The Squids

  The Fells
Nature Tales
13 LSPA Speaker
Historic Summer Cottages
14  The Fells
Trail-Walk Series
15 Flanders Stage
The Fondtones
16
17  NL Barn Playhouse
  Suds
 
18  The Fells
Guest Speakers
19 Bandstand
Mary Maguire Band
20 Historical Museum
Slide Show

 
 NL Barn Playhouse
High School Musical
21 22 Dewey Beach
Beach BASH

 
Canary Cottage
Treasures Sale

 Flanders Stage
Carey Lee Rush

  Library Arts Center
Art Exhibit

  Newport Common
Apple Pie Craft Fair

  NL Barn Playhouse
High School Musical

  The Fells
Trail-Walk Series
23
24
 
25  NL Barn Playhouse
The Fantasticks
26 Bandstand
High Ground
27 28  Library Arts Center
Art Exhibit Reception
29  Flanders Stage
The Concord Coachmen

  The Fells
Photography Workshop
30
31
 
          
NOTE: our new calendar format also includes other events/activities in the Sunapee area for the convenience of our visitors.
   Event Details
Saturday, August 1  
  Sunapee Harbor
  Main Dock
 
9:00 am
Kayak-Canoe Poker Run - Make stops along your route to draw a playing card; play your poker hand later for prizes Under 12 must be with a parent. Bring your own canoe/kayak/life jacket. Pre-registration at Dewey Beach. Fee: $5 per person.
 Flanders Stage
 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Click Horning Trio - Original folk/rock music
  Craftsmen’s Fair
  at Mount Sunapee

 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
 
August 1 - 9
76th Annual League of NH Craftsmen’s Fair – One of the finest, most prestigious craft events in the country today. This annual nine-day event, hosted at Mount Sunapee Resort, features both traditional and contemporary fine craft work by state-juried members of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen. Over 200 booths of juried artists - Demonstrations & Workshops - Living With Crafts Exhibition - Sculpture Garden - and a variety of daily Performing Arts.
**More info: 603-224-3375  www.nhcrafts.org
  Mount Sunapee
 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
Aerial Sky Ride (thru 8/9) Ride to Mount Sunapee’s summit aboard the Sunapee Express quad chair to enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view. **More info: 603-763-3500  www.mountsunapee.com
Monday, August 3  
   NL Barn Playhouse
 2:00 pm / 8:00 pm
Suds - The Rocking 60’s Musical Soap Opera featuring Mr. Postman, Chapel of Love, Always Something There to Remind Me and lovelorn characters singing in a laundromat! Mondays ONLY at 2 pm & 8 pm **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Tuesday, August 4  
  NL Barn Playhouse
 5:00 pm / 8:00 pm
The Producers (thru 8/9) - The hilarious musical adaptation of Mel Brooks’ classic movie about two ne’er-do-well producers trying to stage the perfect flop. This musical won a record-breaking 12 Tony Awards in 2001 and is a region premiere! Performances: Tuesday-Saturday 8 pm / Sunday 5 pm / Wednesday 2 pm **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Wednesday, August 5  
 Ben Mere Bandstand
 
7:00 - 9:00 pm
The East Bay Jazz Ensemble - 12 to 14 piece big band featuring Gerry Grimo with lots of brass performing big band favorites.
Thursday, August 6  
 Historical Museum
 7:00 pm
The Islands of Lake Sunapee - Slideshow and discussion of Great Island, Star Island, Little Island, Emerald Island, and Isle of Pines. The Sunapee Historical Museum is located on Main Street in the Harbor.
More info:
603-763-9872      FREE Admission - Donations Appreciated
  NL Barn Playhouse
 11:00 am / 2:00 pm
Captain Bree and her Lady Pirates - Shiver your timbers with this swashbuckling musical comedy! With catchy sea shanties and other rousing musical numbers, you will be humming along all the way to the exciting surprise ending! **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Saturday, August 8  
  Sunapee Harbor
  Main Dock
 
1:00 pm
CANOE/KAYAK RACE - Four categories for canoe and kayak: Parent/Child, Doubles, Singles, and Senior. Bring your own boat/paddles/life jackets. Race course is around Sunapee Harbor with a limited number of canoes/kayaks for reservation. Sign up at Dewey Beach by August 7th. Call Brian Garland at 763.2554 for information on this free event. Winners get bragging rights!
  Lake Sunapee
 
6:00 am - 11:00 am


 
6th Annual Lake Sunapee Rock Bass Derby - Launched by student Corey McGrath as a way to have fun while controlling the predatory Rock Bass (Red Eye Bass), which were accidentally introduced into Lake Sunapee. (They are a predatory fish that eats everything else in the Lake ~ thus not allowing other fish to survive. They need to be removed from the Lake ~ and we need everyone's help!)  Our Derby has become a family tradition around the lake for young and old alike - having fun and earning prizes while controlling these pesky fish. Last year over 2000 rock bass were donated to the Squam Lake Science Center. All are welcome! No limit to team sizes. Pre-register at Dewey Beach. Fish all day starting at 6:00 a.m. Weigh in is 11:00 (sharp) to 1:00 pm 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 or at Wal-Mart. Many prizes for participants. More info: Scott at 603-863--336 OR recreation@town.sunapee.nh.us
Please join us for this family fun Lake Sunapee tradition as we keep our lake healthy!
 Flanders Stage
 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Putnam & Pirozzoli - Singer, songwriter, guitarist and local legend, Tom Pirozzoli is joined by owner and engineer of Cedar House Sound & Mastering, Gerry Putman to form a new and refreshing duo. They perform originals and original renditions of jazz, folk, blues, and classical favorites.
  Sherburne Gym
 
"DRAW THE LINE" Aerosmith Tribute Concert - DRAW THE LINE is the only tribute band who has been featured on the Official Aerosmith web site as well as that of its Official Fan Club. With support and accolades from Aerosmith themselves, as well as journalists, top DJs, and fans worldwide, its no wonder that DRAW THE LINE is recognized as: "A professional show band in a league of their own amongst tribute acts, and of a caliber that is unparalleled in the tribute genre." To view a performance of DRAW THE LINE visit: www.marstalent.com/marssouth/main_aerosmith.htm
TICKETS: $20 each.... Pre-sold on July 11th, 9 am at Sherburne Gym // Contact Scott Blewitt at 863.0336 for more information.
  The Fells
 5:00 - 9:00 pm
The Fells 10th Benefit Auction - This premier benefit event with auctioneer Emery Sanders begins with a silent auction, passed hors d'oeuvres and refreshing cocktails at 5pm, followed by a live auction at 6:30 under the tent on the Rose Terrace. Great food, the camaraderie of Fells supporters and an absolutely amazing selection of auction items awaits! There is something for everyone including vacations, art, jewelry, fine dining, professional services, “stuff” for families and more. $60 per person, reservations required. Have a special item to donate? Call 603-763-4789  **More info: www.thefells.org
Sunday, August 9  
 Harbor Wide Event
 
10 am - 2 pm
Love Your Lakes Day and Antique & Classic Boat Parade - For the 28th year, LSPA is proud to bring this timeless event to Sunapee Harbor. It is an opportunity to see one of the largest collections of classic  boats, as well as enjoy fun activities and displays for the whole family “Under the Tent”. The day is complemented by availability of refreshments and a trip to the Sunapee Historical Museum. Open to all. For more information call LSPA office at 603-763-2210
 Historical Museum
 3:00 pm
"Wild Goose Waters from Above" -  At the Annual Meeting, Babe Sargent and Ron Garceau are presenting a coffee-table book published this year by SooNipi Publishing Co. Fantastic aerial photographs of the entire shoreline of Lake Sunapee taken by John & Babe Sargent in 1949-50. Signed copies will be for sale. The Sunapee Historical Museum is located on Main Street in the Harbor. More info: 603-763-9872      FREE Admission - Donations Appreciated
  Little Lake Sunapee
 7:30 am
26th Annual Triathlon to benefit New London Hospital. Run, bike and swim around Little Lake Sunapee. Registration 7:30 - 8:30am - Race starts at 9:00 am.
**More info: www.newlondonhospital.org
Tuesday, August 11  
  NL Barn Playhouse
 5:00 pm / 8:00 pm
Anything Goes (thru 8/23) - The score is the star of this classic Cole Porter musical: I Get a Kick Out of You, You’re the Top and Anything Goes are among the memorable tunes sung by this cast of characters aboard a ship bound for London. Performances: Tuesday-Saturday 8 pm / Sunday 5 pm / Wednesday 2 pm **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Wednesday, August 12  
 Ben Mere Bandstand
 
7:00 - 9:00 pm
The Squids - This 5 piece band offers an eclectic, up beat mix of American music – a blend of R&B/Blues/Jazz/Latin/Rock and Country for mind and feet. It features the Leslee Glidden, David Pelletier, Pooh Sprague, Phil Dupont and Brian Kennell.
  The Fells
 11:00 am - noon
Adventure Learning with LSPA: Nature Tales - Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy story time with LSPA Education Director Kathleen Stowell. Stories, outdoor exploration and fun for young children and their caregivers! Co-sponsored by the Lake Sunapee Protective Association. **More info: www.thefells.org
Thursday, August 13  
 Knowlton House
 7:00 pm
“Turn Of Two Centuries: The Historic Summer Cottages Of Lake Sunapee” - Presented by Nancy Dutton and Midge Eliassen, historians. Come and enjoy this unique slide presentation, including anecdotes, history and people of the early summer cottages, some of which have been preserved to today. Free.
Friday, August 14  
  The Fells
 10:00 am - noon
Trail-Walk Series: The Amazing Monarch Butterfly - Have you ever wondered about the Danaus plexippus (Monarch butterfly)—it’s characteristics range, diet, life cycle or behavior? Join trail guide Angela Neilson to learn all about Monarchs while you explore The Fells milkweed meadow, a popular monarch habitat. **More info: www.thefells.org
Saturday, August 15  
 Flanders Stage
 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Fondtones - perform a fun Do-Wop concert.
Monday, August 17  
   NL Barn Playhouse
 2:00 pm / 8:00 pm
Suds - The Rocking 60’s Musical Soap Opera featuring Mr. Postman, Chapel of Love, Always Something There to Remind Me and lovelorn characters singing in a laundromat! Mondays ONLY at 2 pm & 8 pm **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Tuesday, August 18  
  The Fells
 7:00 pm



 
A Forested Hill, Pristine Brook and Sparkling Lake - Join Dave Anderson, Society for the Protection of NH Forests Director of Education andKathleen Stowell Lake Sunapee Protective Association Education Director and learn about the relationship between the land use history of Sunset Hill, the water quality of pristine Beech Brook and their respective contributions to the sparkling character of Lake Sunapee. From headwater springs deep in the Forest Society’s Hay Forest Reservation on Sunset Hill to it’s outlet on the natural shoreline at The Fells, Beech Brook flows through protected, conservation land and is unique in the Lake Sunapee watershed. After centuries of farming, the last 18 years of water quality data from LSPA monitoring of Lake Sunapee tributaries reveals that Beech Brook ranks among the cleanest brooks with the lowest phosphorus and specific conductivity, two reliable measures of human activities in the watershed. Co-sponsored by the Lake Sunapee Protective Association. **More info: www.thefells.org
Wednesday, August 19  
 Ben Mere Bandstand
 
7:00 - 9:00 pm
The Mary Maguire Band - Formerly the leading force of “Sweet, Hot, & Sassy”, Mary’s magnificent vocals and sure-fingered guitar picking are joined by Jeff Horton’s up-right bass and powerful bass-to-the-sky vocals. She is also joined by fiddler, Tom Yoder, well-known singer/songwriter who has performed and recorded with the likes of Dickie Betts, Garnet Rogers, and Willie Nelson, to name a few. Performing a fantastic mix of folk, bluegrass, and country, the warmth and exuberance of The Mary Maguire Band are not to be missed!
Thursday, August 20  
 Historical Museum
 7:00 pm
“Lakes Of New England -Sunapee” - A Then & Now slide show comparing photos from 1896 to today. Photos from “Lakes of New England, Part One – Sunapee”, which was published in 1896 to promote Lake Sunapee. The Sunapee Historical Museum is located on Main Street in the Harbor. More info: 603-763-9872      FREE Admission - Donations Appreciated
  NL Barn Playhouse
 11:00 am / 2:00 pm
Disney’s High School Musical - Grease for a new generation! This charming and high spirited musical swept the nation first on the Disney Channel and now on stage! Come see Troy, Gabriella and the whole gang as they balance school, sports, love and auditions for the Spring musical! **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Saturday, August 22  
 Dewey Beach
 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
 
End of the Season Dewey Beach Bash - A Fun, Free Event for the Whole Family sponsored by Sunapee Recreation and Sunapee Police Dept. There will be numerous games: Sand castle building, greased watermelon Croquet, Face Painting, Sand art, sponge relay race, Foul Shot Competition, Tug-a-war, Beach volleyball and Kayak races. Free Cook-out (Burgers, Dogs, salads, drinks, etc)  More info: Scott at 603-863--336 OR recreation@town.sunapee.nh.us
 Canary Cottage
 9:00 am - 12:00 noon
Treasure Sale of Whimsical Items at Canary Cottage - A fundraising event to benefit the Harbor beautification with items for sale to fit every cottage whimsy! The Canary Cottage is located on the left at the top of Burkehaven Hill Road (first right after the Gazebo in the Harbor) Some would call it a yard sale - but those who visit will find it a treasure hunt!
 Flanders Stage
 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Carey Lee Rush - If you put Martin Mull, Richard Pryor, and Steve Martin together in a blender, add bits and pieces of Elvis, some Jeff Beck, a dash or two of the Beatles, and maybe a pinch of Led Zeppelin - then push the MIX button... the result will be something resembling CAREY LEE RUSH. He's funny, plays to the audience, and has you "rockin' in your seat" with his music.
  Library Arts Center
 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Robert Carsten & Gary Hamel - “Bridges to the Unknown” - This show will feature work of these two highly respected regional artists as they work together to explore “bridges to the unknown.” Free to all. For more information call 863-3040 or www.libraryartscenter.org
  Newport Common
 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
36th Annual Apple Pie Craft Fair - is named for the absolutely delicious homemade apple pies that bakers from all over town lovingly create and sell to benefit the Library Arts Center. A big part of the fair is the Apple Pie Contest, that is judged the day of the fair by local luminaries, after which the prize-winning pies are then sold by the slice. This truly town-wide event also features 90(!) booths of crafts, "The Firemen's BBQ", music and entertainment for all. More info: www.libraryartscenter.org
  NL Barn Playhouse
 11:00 am / 2:00 pm
Disney’s High School Musical - Grease for a new generation! This charming and high spirited musical swept the nation first on the Disney Channel and now on stage! Come see Troy, Gabriella and the whole gang as they balance school, sports, love and auditions for the Spring musical! **More info: www.nlbarn.org
  The Fells
 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Trail-Walk Series: Hidden History of The Fells - For the historian or simply the curious explore the “secret” places of The Fells with trail guides Dave and Fay Barden. Venture off the beaten path and discover vestiges of the Hay family known to Clarence and Alice Hay that have slipped quietly into the hidden history of The Fells. **More info: www.thefells.org
Tuesday, August 25  
  NL Barn Playhouse
 5:00 pm / 8:00 pm
The Fantasticks (thru 9/6) - The world’s longest running musical tells the story of two fathers who try to get their children to fall in love by building a wall between their gardens. The theory: children will always do what their parents forbid. This beautiful musical features Try to Remember and Soon It’s Gonna Rain. Performances: Tuesday-Saturday 8 pm / Sunday 5 pm / Wednesday 2 pm **More info: www.nlbarn.org
Wednesday, August 26  
 Ben Mere Bandstand
 
7:00 - 9:00 pm
HIGH GROUND  - A six-piece country/rock band featuring Corina Ouellette on vocals; Ed Leavitt on guitar and vocals; Jim Chadwick on bass; Julie Nelson on keyboards and vocals; Rick Leavitt on drums; and Mike Oliver on lead guitar and vocals. Their music includes originals along with covers of artists the likes of Charlie Daniels, Alan Jackson, Jennings and Nelson, and Johnny Cash, as well as Van Morrison, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Chuck Berry, Bob Seger, CCR, ZZ TOP and more. This is "Not your mama's country", so buckle up, and enjoy the ride!.
Friday, August 28  
  Library Arts Center
 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Opening Reception: Robert Carsten & Gary Hamel - “Bridges to the Unknown” - This art exhibit will feature work of these two highly respected regional artists as they work together to explore “bridges to the unknown.” Free to all. For more information call 863-3040 or www.libraryartscenter.org
Saturday, August 29  
 Flanders Stage
 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Concord Coachmen - A large barbershop vocal ensemble performing classic barbershop favorites who then break into small barbershop quartets and perform while they roam from shop to shop.
  The Fells
 10:00 am - noon
Elementary Photography - This introductory-level two-day workshop (second day September 12) with photographer Larry Harper, includes instruction on focusing, framing, lighting, metering and understanding your camera controls. **More info: www.thefells.org
   
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