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Back to School – Lakes Region Style

Story and Photo by Kathi Caldwell-Hopper

Some children are eager to go to school, while others would rather not. It has been that way for years, and in the 1700s and 1800s, many children in the Lakes Region were schooled at home (if their parents had the time and skills to do so), and other parents were busy with chores, and their offspring received little to no schooling. Still others, in select towns, attended schoolhouses with every age taught in one room.

Many towns in the Lakes Region were land plentiful, although the populations were modest. If that was the case, schools were built for each particular portion of a town. Many were small or inadequate, but they served the purpose of educating in the basics of reading, writing, and math. Even so, children in each area often had to walk miles to and from school, making it a long day.

In Gilford, children walked to the school in their district of the community. There were around 10 schoolhouses peppered throughout the town. By 1918 the number of schools dropped to eight elementary with about 140 pupils. Fast-forward in time, and a

school in the village, at Lily Pond and Intervale (all in Gilford) were the few schools remaining. Most students in the town were sent to Laconia, according to “The Gunstock Parish” by Adair

D. Mulligan.

In 1938, Gilford closed the last remaining one-room schoolhouse and spent a few years building a new elementary school. It replaced the basic

schoolhouses of the past, bringing education in the village into the modern age.

In the 1830s, Ashland, New Hampshire, like many New England towns, was a remote area. The town was fortunate to have Miss Nancy Perkins, a resident who saw the need for a school in Ashland. Miss Perkins started a private high school in the Vestry of the town’s Baptist church. She was educated and wanted to make sure others were as well to get ahead in the world.

The school was in session from 1836 to 1847, according to “Ashland, New Hampshire Centennial 1868 to 1968.” She was a gifted teacher and parents and students alike admired Miss Perkins. (She must have been a good teacher with a love for passing on knowledge because she eventually married Oren Cheney and together, they helped found Bates College.)

Schooling in early times was vastly different from what children experience today. In the 1880s in Ashland, grammar school students were required to take an exam written by the school board each term. Pupils had to

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answer 60 percent of the test questions correctly to advance to the next grade. Old schoolhouses – usually consisting of just one room — were a part of the American landscape for decades. Those from a few generations back in time likely attended a one-room schoolhouse as a child. These little buildings were every town’s answer to education and local children ages 5 to 15 or more all sat in one room, taught by a single adult woman or man. (Women were forced to retire from teaching once they were married.)

In Sandwich, New Hampshire, the Lower Corner School was a place of learning in the mid and late 1800s. It is a good example of what students and teacher experienced at a oneroom schoolhouse at the time. It began in 1825 as the John Quincy Adams School, according to www.sandwichhistorical.org, the website of the Sandwich Historical Society. At that time, citizens in Sandwich voted a tax of $193.70 to build a schoolhouse. A former student shared remembrances of attending the school in the 1840s. He

recalled the school was small with a simple wooden door, tiny windows placed high and a foundation of stone. A big fireplace heated the building. Four-foot wood fed the fire that kept teacher and students warm during the cold winters. Fireplaces are notorious for providing uneven heat and this one, as the former student recalled, provided heat that “burned the face while the back was freezing.” Students who sat at the back of the room took turns moving to the front to get warm during the day.

In the 1880s, the school was renamed the Lower Corner School. By the 1930s an addition brought indoor toilet and storage facilities to the school and a playground. In 1944 the school closed and the students traveled to the Center School in the town.

When Alfred Quimby died in 1918, his hometown of Sandwich, New Hampshire, was remembered in his will. Quimby was a wealthy, successful man and had obtained his money through hard work. Quimby was a native of Sandwich, born in the town in the 1830s. He was educated in area schools but left to find work elsewhere when he was 17 years old. Over time,

he worked in a shoe shop and a bookstore. Finally, he worked in a news and stationery store in Manchester and eventually bought the store. Quimby prospered, and after selling the store, he focused on stocks and bonds. A savvy businessman, Quimby was very wealthy when he died in 1918.

Quimby must have held the village of Sandwich dear to his heart because the community figured in his will in a big way when he bequeathed a large sum to the town. His will stated that three trustees in the town were to oversee the legacy and “... to advance the interest and contribute to the permanent upbringing and well-being of said town of Sandwich and its inhabitants and institutions ...”

After a study was conducted to assess the needs of Sandwich, it was determined a better school would help keep young people in Sandwich, instead of seeing them leave for better jobs elsewhere.

In 1923, the Quimby School was born, and it was a place with high standards where all were expected to work hard. It was also a place where students gave back to the community, reflecting the successes of their benefactor, Mr. Quimby.

The Quimby School, which operated in Sandwich, New Hampshire from the early 1920s until 1963, taught students by books, but also in the tried-and-true method of learning by doing.

Students were trained in math, English and other scholastics, and to learn a trade. It must have been exciting for Sandwich’s children to know their education could continue past just a few

early grades and that they now had their own high school.

The school bought the Lewis Garland property in 1929 and more land soon after. It provided space for girls to learn housekeeping and cooking in an actual kitchen. Boys were able to learn about farming and livestock and how to grow produce.

Quimby students were busy with educational classes and vocational pursuits. With gardening, canning and cooking, students produced all sorts of vegetables and fruits. (The Quimby School became known for its homemade tomato juice.)

Equality for work was unheard of in the early 1900s and it likely was not a priority in Sandwich. Boys were taught ironwork, woodworking, furniture making and repair, plumbing, electrical work and even how to install telephones. Education in vocational subjects would help local boys get jobs after they graduated.

Girls were taught childcare, nutrition and “kitchen mechanics” as well as sewing, cooking and textiles. At a time when the Great Depression was sweeping the country, Quimby School students were assured of a hot meal every day. There was always something at lunchtime because the girls were given the assignment of cooking a hot dish to add to the students’ cold lunches brought from home. Female students were also taught to cook elegant meals, and occasionally they prepared and served meals for dignitaries who

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were visiting in the area.

Times eventually changed and in the 1960s, the Quimby School closed its doors. However, the generous gift from a successful benefactor/former resident, Alfred Quimby. was not forgotten. (Information by Sandwich New Hampshire 1763 – 1990.)

The Village School in Moultonborough was the site of learning in that town for many years. During the early part of the 1900s, the school was located opposite the Moultonboro Town House and was a one-room school. By 1913, the town improved the school as the population grew. An assistant teacher was hired in the 1920s, and the school was divided and two regular teachers were hired. A jacketed stove was secured for the school and a note in town reports for 1923 stated, “The new stove makes it possible to have the rooms comfortable as far as the heat is concerned.”

In 1925, a new school had been built and housed elementary school-aged children. In her book, “I Remember Moultonboro, New Hampshire” by Frances A. Stevens, she recalled being a student at the school in the late 1920s. “As I remember, when this school was first built there was a big stove with a jacket around it in the back corner of

the room. In the winter, when it was real cold she (the teacher) would have us gather around the stove for our classes. It wasn’t long before they put in a furnace with steam radiators.”

At the Wolfeboro Historical Society on South Main Street in Wolfeboro stands the Clark House Museum Complex, including the Pleasant Valley School.

The one-room school was built about 1805 on land in South Wolfeboro in the area known as Pleasant Valley, according to information at www.wolfeborohistoricalsociety.org. Known for some time as District #3 School, some residents called it the Townsend School, because it was close to the home of Reverend Isaac Townsend, Wolfeboro’s first minister. (Perhaps the reverend visited the school and taught religious classes to the children, which was a common part of education in those days.)

The school was crude by today’s standards, but quite adequate for its time. All grades were taught in the one room. The enrollment of students ranged from 20 to 50. In 1959, the schoolhouse was moved to its present location at the Clark Museum Complex. (For information, call the Wolfeboro Historical Society at 603-5694997.)

Boat Tour on Tap for Meredith Historical Society

The Meredith Historical Society will again hold its popular historic boat tours on Lake Winnipesaukee this year, following the route of early mail boats.

$50 each. Checks may be brought to the museum Thursday through Saturday, 10 am to 3 pm, or mailed to the Meredith Historical Society, PO Box 920, Meredith, NH 03253.

This year’s boat cruises will depart from the Goodhue Marina (formerly Shep Brown’s) on Meredith Neck at 12:30 pm. Dates are Tuesday, Sept. 9 (rain date Thursday, Sept. 11), and Tuesday, Sept. 16 (rain date Thursday, Sept. 18). This year, the tours will follow the route of historic mail boats like the Uncle Sam and the Sophie C. Historical commentary will be provided by Jane Rice, John Hopper and Rudy VanVeghten. Each cruise will be limited to 40 passengers aboard the good ship Bear II, courtesy of Camps Lawrence and Nokomis.

Don’t delay; seats are going fast. To reserve yours, contact the Meredith Historical Society by email at mhsmeredith.office@gmail.com. Tickets cost

“It is always a great delight for us to host these annual events,” said Society President John Hopper. “Our membership is critical to the success and sustainability of the Historical Society. Implicit in our mission is the role of being the physical link that connects and perpetuates Meredith’s remarkable past with its amazing present as a world-class vacation center.”

Proceeds of the boat tours go toward the society’s mission to preserve, develop, and promote the knowledge and awareness of the town’s rich history through educational programs, museum collections, original historical research and publications, and an expanding library of digital and traditional resources.

New Hampshire’s Fall Hunting Seasons Underway: Bear, Squirrel, Deer, and More

New Hampshire’s fall hunting seasons kicked off September 1, with the opening of black bear and gray squirrel seasons. Archery seasons for turkey and white-tailed deer get underway on September 15, and the statewide resident Canada goose hunt runs September 1–25.

Highlights of New Hampshire’s hunting seasons can be found in the New Hampshire Hunting and Trapping Digest, which includes hunting season dates, bag limits, check station locations, and more. Hunters and trappers can pick up a free copy at New Hampshire Fish and Game Department headquarters or at their local license agent. The Digest can also be viewed

online at www.eregulations.com/newhampshire/hunting. Other helpful online resources include the most recent Wildlife Harvest Summary Report and the Small Game Summary Report.

Hunters look forward to the opening day of deer season all year, and the much-anticipated muzzleloader deer season starts on November 1 and runs for 11 consecutive days. The regular firearms deer-hunting season immediately follows, starting on November 12. Both the archery and regular firearms seasons for deer will again end one week early in Wildlife Management Unit (WMU) A. Check the Digest for WMU-specific either-sex deer hunting regulations as well as other ex-

panded deer hunting opportunities. Additional bear hunting opportunities will continue this year, including the ability to take an additional bear in WMUs C1, D2, E, and F. This fall’s shotgun turkey season will again run for 7 days (October 13–19) and includes one full weekend.

The following is a general overview of New Hampshire’s fall hunting seasons. Be sure to consult the Digest or visit www.huntnh.com for additional information.

2025 New Hampshire Hunting Seasons WHITE-TAILED DEER:

Archery: September 15–December 15 (ends December 8 in WMU A)—Special archery deer permits must be purchased with hunter’s annual archery licenses

Youth Deer Weekend: October 25–26

Muzzleloader: November 1–November 11

Firearms: November 12–December 7 (ends December 1 in WMU A)

BLACK BEAR: Starts September 1 (end date varies by WMU)

GRAY SQUIRREL: September 1, 2025–January 31, 2026

SNOWSHOE HARE: October 1, 2025–March 31, 2026 (bag limit varies by WMU)

RUFFED GROUSE: October 1–December 31

MOOSE: October 18–26 (by permit only)

FALL TURKEY: Shotgun: October 13–19 (certain WMUs)

Archery: September 15–December 15 (ends December 8 in WMU A)

Apprentice hunting licenses are an option for people age 16 and older

who want to try hunting but have not taken Hunter Education, or who have not been able to schedule a field day. The apprentice hunting license allows unlicensed people to hunt under the guidance of a licensed hunter age 18 or older. Apprentice licenses are available only at NH Fish and Game Headquarters, 11 Hazen Drive, Concord. Learn more at www.wildlife.nh.gov/ hunting-nh/hunter-education/apprentice-hunting-licenses.

Help our herd. As the fall hunting seasons begin, the NH Fish and Game Department asks hunters not to use natural urine-based deer lures. These products can potentially spread chronic wasting disease (CWD), a neurological disorder that is always fatal to whitetailed deer and moose. Synthetic lures are suggested. Do your part and help keep our deer herd free of CWD. Learn more at www.wildlife.nh.gov/wildlife-and-habitat/wildlife-related-diseases/deer-diseases.

Hunters should remember to take proper care when handling wild game to minimize possible exposure to wildlife diseases. First and foremost, hunters should avoid harvesting or handling any animal that appears sick. For more tips on safe handling of wild game, please visit www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/after-harvest/safe-handlingwild-game.

Get out and enjoy New Hampshire’s woods safely by wearing hunter/blaze orange. With more than a million acres of public land open to hunting and outdoor recreation, blaze orange is the safe choice for all outdoor enthusiasts this fall.

Preserving Paradise: Local Organizations Lead the Way in Environmental Stewardship

By Mark Okrant

The conservation of natural and developed spaces is of great concern to most Americans. The news media are filled with stories lining up on either side of the question about extracting natural resources—e.g., strip mining and deforestation—versus protecting fragile spaces.

One need look no further than the tourism industry to continue the controversy. For many years, hundreds of thousands of people have descended upon places such as Barcelona and Venice that contain special cultural/ historical settings, or Phuket, Thailand, with its beautiful beaches. While the visitors to these places certainly intend no harm, their sheer numbers have overwhelmed the carrying capacities of the host spaces. Recently, some of the afflicted areas have been forced to enact extreme measures.

Clearly, the best solution lies in tak-

ing protective measures in advance, i.e., before the destruction of environmental or cultural character—or both— occurs. Here, in New Hampshire, we have seen several excellent examples of agencies that are being proactive by enacting a procedure known as “stewardship”.

What exactly does this term entail?

You may laugh, but when I think of stewardship, I’m reminded of the actor

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bility and accountability that comes with stewardship. It means recognizing that you have a role to play in the well-being of something beyond your own self-interest.

Stewardship can be applied to various contexts, such as:

1.)Environmental stewardship: caring for natural resources like land, water, and wildlife.

2.)Financial stewardship: managing resources responsibly, whether personal finances or organizational budgets.

3.)Organizational stewardship: leading with integrity and creating a positive impact within a company or group.

For our purposes, we will examine three in-state organizations—the Lakes Region Conservation Trust, the Moose Mountain Regional Greenways, and the Southeast Land Trust of New Hampshire—looking at the mission and methods they use to conserve space within the state.

Jimmy Stewart. Stewart’s career from the late 1930s through the 1950s saw his characters provide protection from unscrupulous land barons whose potential victims lacked his proficiency with a Colt pistol or Winchester rifle. Modern-day stewardship is the responsible management and care of something entrusted to one’s care. It involves taking ownership and acting with accountability, whether it’s natural resources, a community, or an organization. The core concept is recognizing that something has been given into your charge, then actively working to preserve, protect, and enhance its well-being.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown:

• Careful and responsible management: Stewardship implies a proactive approach, not just passive oversight. It involves making thoughtful decisions and taking actions that ensure the long-term health and sustainability of what is being stewarded.

• Entrusted to one’s care: This highlights the sense of responsi-

The Lakes Region Conservation Trust (LRCT) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1979, dedicated to the permanent conservation, stewardship, and respectful use of lands in the region. For more than 45 years, LRCT has worked with landowners and local volunteers to protect land with significant conservation value. The organization focuses on preserving the region’s lakes, forests, mountains, wildlife hab-

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itats, water quality, scenic landscapes, and open spaces for both current and future generations. A very serious focus is on providing outdoor recreation opportunities and providing/continuing access to conserved lands.

The LRCT is currently working on land conservation projects involving more than 1,500 acres around the region, including projects in ten Lakes Region towns and in such areas as the Ossipee Mountains, Red Hill, the Winnipesaukee, Squam, Newfound, Waukewan, Wentworth, and Ossipee Lake Watersheds, and the Pemigewasset and Red Hill River Watersheds. In addition, they are always busy exploring new land conservation opportunities with landowners and interested community volunteers.

LRCT utilizes a variety of protection methods to achieve its conservation goals. Before LRCT approves of a land conservation project, each project is reviewed by LRCT staff and evaluated by LRCT’s Lands Committee to determine whether the proposed project is consistent with LRCT’s conservation priorities.

1.)Land Conservation: the organization works with interested landowners and local volunteers using methods such as conservation easements, direct

land donations, and bargain sales to permanently collect land with conservation value. It uses scientific data and mapping techniques, in collaboration with regional partners, to identify priority areas for conservation based upon carefully defined criteria.

2.) Land Stewardship: the organization manages and monitors conserved properties continually through habitat management and trail maintenance, to ensure that the land remains protected and accessible for recreation and wildlife. A series of educational programs is used to promote awareness of the importance of these initiatives.

3.) Community Engagement: LRCT offers a wide range of guided programs to connect people with conserved lands and the importance of their initiatives. The role of member support, volunteers, and donors cannot be overstated here.

4.) Ongoing Assessment and Planning: the Trust participates in regional conservation planning efforts and updates its own strategies to focus on issues that have been identified as critical to ecological well-being.

5.) Long-Term Vision: the aim is for “permanent conservation” of lands, i.e., indefinite protection—using ongoing stewardship and adaptive management.

Moose Mountains Regional Greenways (MMRG) is a nonprofit land trust

organization serving nine communities in New Hampshire: Brookfield, Farmington, Middleton, Milton, New Durham, Ossipee, Tuftonboro, Wakefield, and Wolfeboro. It was founded by a group of conservation commissioners and planning board members who sought to protect the central Moose Mountains and its surrounding natural resources from despoiling by various forms of development.

The organization has identified five central purposes: 1) permanent conservation of important natural resource areas—including wildlife habitat, forests, farmland, water resources, as well as recreational, cultural, and scenic areas. 2) strategic connection of protected lands into greenways to facilitate wildlife movement and provide recreational trails and open spaces. 3) conservation land stewardship and management to foster a healthy and resilient environment using best practices. 4) education and community engagement—teaching all ages about the natural world and promoting an area where positive elements contribute to the well-being of all. 5) use of sound forest management practices--supporting sustainable forestry and working

forests. MMRG has helped to protect over 4800 acres by standing firmly by a set of interrelated actions: stewardships and management, connecting greenways, providing technical assistance, educational programs and events, partnerships, and community building.

Similarly, Southeast Land Trust of New Hampshire (SELT) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conservation and stewardship—primarily serving Rockingham and Strafford counties. Since 1980, SELT has conserved tens of thousands of acres for nature preserves, hiking trails, farmland, and scenic vistas. It accomplishes this through conservation easements, direct land ownership, deed restrictions, managing and stewarding conserved lands, and through education and community engagement.

Without LRCT, MMRG, SELT, and similar organizations, the natural environment of New Hampshire that we dearly love may have been lost to aggressive development long ago.

For additional details about each organization, visit their respective websites at lrct.org, mmrgnh.org, and seltnh.org.

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NASCAR Playoffs weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway

This September’s entertainment lineup at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) includes more than a few new features as well as some traditional fan-favorites that are sure to make New England’s only NASCAR Playoffs weekend unforgettable.

“The Magic Mile” Happy Hour Show occurs on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 6 to 8 pm.

Grab a drink, relax, and enjoy “The Magic Mile” Happy Hour Show hosted by Jose Castillo and Vermont’s own Mamba Smith at The Groove. This live Saturday night talk show will feature Maine’s own two-time NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) winner and 1995 Rookie of the Year Ricky Craven, 2004 NASCAR Cup Series champion and 2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee, Kurt Busch, and other special guests.

Draw the Line Concert occurs lat-

er that evening from 8:30 to 10 pm. Draw the Line – the only “Officially Endorsed Aerosmith Tribute Show” – will hit “The Magic Mile” Entertainment Stage, located just outside the infield tunnel, Saturday night and perfectly recreate the sound, energy, and vibe of an Aerosmith concert. If you love Aerosmith, this is a show you “Don’t Wanna Miss!”

Being Petty: The Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Experience Concert presented by THOR Industries is the night prior, on Friday, Sept. 19, at approximately 9 pm. Being Petty: The Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers Experience will hit The Flat Track stage following SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels and the fireworks show, and share all the excitement and emotion of a live performance from the original band. The song list covers all phases of

Tom Petty’s incredible musical legacy, including all of the hit songs from the 1970s through the 2010s, plus some surprise “deep cuts” for the true fans.

Tim Dugger Concert rounds out the weekend on Sunday, Sept. 21, from 12:15 to 1 pm. Alabama native and NASCAR enthusiast, Tim Dugger, will perform live on Sunday on “The Magic Mile” Entertainment Stage. He’s full of musical talent, southern charm, and a little bit of wit. While frequenting bars and clubs near racetracks, Tim developed not only a loyal following of race fans, but he also became a favorite of several NASCAR drivers and their

Synergy SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience will be around all weekend, from Friday – Sunday, September 19-21. Test your racing skills all weekend in the Fan Zone at the SpeedLab: Mobile Sim Racing Experience. As you enter the SpeedLab, you’ll see racing history everywhere, but especially in the two bright red retro sims. There’s also a custom-built 1937 Legend Car sim with a screen as a windshield that’s proudly perched just • NASCAR continued on page 11

outside the rear door on an elevated platform, along with two big screens so spectators can see the driver’s view as well as the in-car camera view.

New Features will also be found throughout the weekend in the NASCAR Kids Zone. The NASCAR Kids Zone has become a favorite pit stop of families at NHMS, and this year, kids can enjoy a couple new features, including Hobby-Grade RC Cars and a Reaction Race, in addition to their favorites. The 1/12 NASCAR stock cars will be racing around a racetrack in the NASCAR Kids Zone, and kids can test their reaction skills using lighted reaction buttons in a 30-second race and try to beat the times of some of the NASCAR drivers.

Additional new events and fun favorites occur throughout the week. Camper Appreciation Musical Bingo presented by THOR Industries on Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 6-8 pm, and a fun new musical theme has been added to this year’s Bingo Night for campers. Win cool prizes and enjoy the opening evening at The Groove on Wednesday. BINGO cards, dobbers and prizes will be supplied – you bring your musical knowledge and friends.

Line Dancing at The Groove on Thursday, Sept. 18 from 7-9 pm. Kick up your heels as line dancing instructors lead the way around The Groove’s dance floor Thursday evening while the April Cushman Band performs live.

New Games and Rides in the Fan Zone, Friday – Sunday, Sept. 19-21, for race fans of all ages to enjoy. Ride

bumper cars, navigate through the glass firehouse, fly a helicopter, and win prizes by winning the water gun race.

The Groove fan hangout, located in the S2 Lot, will feature live performances from the April Cushman Band(Thursday, 7-9 pm.) and The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos (Saturday, 9-11 pm) with more seating added this year. Race fans can also sign up to ride the Elm City Party Bike all weekend long at The Groove and enjoy a fun and social way to explore the NHMS property while exercising.

Race fans can enjoy Trackside Live (Sunday, 11 am – 12 pm) is back on Sunday morning on “The Magic Mile” Entertainment Stage. This high-energy pre-race entertainment show, hosted by Kenny Wallace and John Roberts, will feature some of the top NCS stars before they battle it out on the racetrack.

Families can enjoy the popular NASCAR Kids Zone in the Fan Zone all weekend, featuring the new Hobby-Grade RC Cars and Reaction Race along with the LEGO Build and Race, Victory Lane, Toyota Coloring Book Car, Gaming Garage, Slot Car Racing, and Adventure Force: Crash Racers. Campers can enjoy Family Movie Night (Thursday at 8 pm), featuring “Captain America: Brave New World” on the infield screens. Get your popcorn and snacks, and then find your favorite seats in the grandstands or get comfy on a blanket on the grassy backstretch hill.

The Fan Zone will be open Friday (12-5 pm), Saturday (10 am – 5 pm), and Sunday (10 am – 2 pm) in the S2

Lot across from the infield tunnel full of games, rides, live performances, giveaways, driver appearances, and more.

Friday night at The Flat Track, race fans can enjoy giant inflatable games – giant pong, giant cornhole and a bounce house – during SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels. Then, once the final checkered flag flies, an amazing fireworks display will light up the sky, presented by THOR Industries.

The New England Racing Museum, located behind The Flat Track near the speedway’s South Entrance, will be open 10 am – 4 pm daily, Wednesday through Sunday. Race fans are encouraged to explore the history of New England motor racing through more than 30 historic race cars and motorcycle displays as well as an iRacing simulator, library, and other interactive exhibits.

Race fans can enjoy Saturday’s and Sunday’s on-track action from Rock Point, an open viewing area featuring lawn games, picnic tables, and a cash bar perched atop a beautifully landscaped area in turn four. It’s the perfect place to watch as the drivers mash the throttle and race toward the finish line.

NHMS’s Food Court, located be-

hind the Main Grandstands, will be open Friday through Sunday and is the perfect pit stop to fuel up with delicious grab ‘n’ go options, race weekend favorites, and more.

Be sure to check NHMS.com/ Events/NASCAR-Cup-Series/Entertainment/ for more information on all of these features and more.

For a full NASCAR weekend schedule, visit NHMS.com/Events/ NASCAR-Cup-Series/Schedule/.

For tickets and camping for New England’s only NASCAR Playoffs weekend, featuring the NCS and Team EJP 175 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series playoff races, Mohegan Sun 100 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race, and SIG SAUER Academy Dirt Duels, fans should visit NHMS. com or call 833-4LOUDON. Tickets for kids 12 and under are just $10 on Sunday, free on Doubleheader Saturday, and start at $10 on Friday. Keep track of all of New Hampshire Motor Speedway’s events by following on Facebook (@NHMotorSpeedway), X (@ NHMS), and Instagram (@NHMS). Keep up with all the latest information on the speedway website (NHMS.com) and mobile app.

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Dining Out in the Lakes Region Available at Hundreds of Locations around the Lakes Region!

Sept. 9, Lecture Series: Linda Matchett – The American World War II Home Front in 29 Objects, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org

Sept. 9, Spinning and Fiber Arts Gathering at Belknap Mill, 10 a.m. – noon, bring a fiber arts project to work on, free, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org. (Also on Sept. 16 & 23.)

Sept. 9 & 13, Nature Station – Amphibians and Reptiles!, 10 a.m. – noon, free, open to all, Grey Rocks Conservation Area, 178 N. Shore Rd., Hebron, program of Newfound Lake Region Association, www.newfoundlake.org, 603744-8689.

Sept. 10, Footloose, doors open 5 p.m., show at 6 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www. flyingmonkeynh.com.

Sept. 10, Furry Neighbors, a Student Conservation Assoc. program, 1 – 2 p.m., see furs from our animal neighbors, Cook Memorial Library, 93 Main St., Tamworth, 603-323-8510.

Sept. 10, Polliwogs – Little Foragers, 10 – 11:30 p.m., Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm. org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire about program pre-registration: 603-366-5695.

Sept. 11, Bobby Freedom, music, 6 – 10 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net

Sept. 11, Hops and Hulls Lecture Series, 7 - 9 p.m., guest speaker: Jeff “Nemo” Buckley, NH Boat Museum, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-5694554, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org

Sept. 11, The Bacon Brothers, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.

Sept. 12, Adam Ezra Group, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh. com.

Sept. 12, Beatlemania Again, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com

Sept. 12, Fleetwood Heart: A Tribute to the Legends, presented by Putnam Fund, 7 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www. coloniallaconia.com.

Sept. 12, Jim Tyrrell, music, 6 – 9 p.m., The Taphouse Lake Winnipesaukee, 18 Main St., Center Harbor, 603-250-8029, www.thetaphouse.net

Sept. 12, Lucknow Garden Tour, 10:15 – 11:15 a.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration required: www. castleintheclouds.org.

Sept. 12, Opening Ceremonies for Regatta, 8:30 a.m., takes place at Back Bay Boathouse, 51 Mill St., Wolfeboro by NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www. nhbm.org

Sept. 12, Potatoes: From Dirt to Delicious, 10 a.m. - noon, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org. Registration: 603-366-5695.

Sept. 12 & 13, Vintage Race Boat Heats, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Wolfeboro Town Docks, event by NH Boat Museum, 603-569-4554, www.nhbm.org

Sept. 13, Author Luncheon with Sy Montgomery and Matt Patterson, 11:30 a.m., takes place at Camp Belknap, 11 Chase Point Rd., Mirror Lake, program of Tuftonboro Free Library, info.: 603-569-4256.

Sept. 13, Comedian Bob Marley, 5 & 8 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.

Sept. 13, Dirty Deeds: The AC/DC Experience, 8 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.

Sept. 13, Felted Funky Chicken Class with Patsy Frasier, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., pre-registration required by Sept. 10, League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery, 279 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, 603-279-7920.

Sept. 13, Granite State Street Rodders, classic cars, refreshments available for purchase, NH Farm Museum, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, 603-652-7840, www.nhfarmuseum.org.

Sept. 13, Harvest & Rust – Neil Young Experience, 7:30 p.m., Lakeport Opera House, 781 Union Ave., Laconia, 603-519-7506, www.lakeportopera.com

Sept. 13, Harvest Festival, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. free admission, fun on the farm, 603-366-5695.

Sept. 13, Start Making Sense: Talking Heads Tribute, 8 p.m., Rochester Opera House, 31 Wakefield St., Rochester, 603-335-1992, www.rochesteroperahouse.com

Sept. 13-14, 4th Annual NH Pagan’s Faire, 10 a.m., Belknap County Fairgrounds, witchy artists and makers, crystals, singing bowls, musical performances, and more, 174 Mile Hill Rd., Belmont, www.nhpagansfair.weebly.com.

Sept. 14, Griffin William Sherry (Ghost of Paul Revere), 7 pm, Feel the Barn Concert Series, 1118 Page Hill Rd., Chocorua, 603-323-6169, www.thefarmstand.net

Sept. 14, Summer Send-Off Food Truck Festival, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Gunstock, 719 Cherry Valley Rd., Gunstock, info.: 603-293-4341, www.gunstock.com.

Sept. 14, Touch-a-Truck, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., presented by Children’s Center, takes place at The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro, 603569-1027, www.thechildrenscenternh.org.

Sept. 15-Oct. 31, Those Who Cared for Those Who Served, exhibit focusing on field medics, chaplains, hospital corpsmen and others, Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org

Sept. 16, Lecture Series – Beth Forrest, WWII & Society, 7 – 8 p.m., Wright Museum of WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum.org

Sept. 16, Spinning and Fiber Arts Gathering at Belknap Mill, 10 a.m. –noon, bring a fiber arts project to work on, free, Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org. (Also on Sept. 23.)

Sept. 17, Alton Market on Main, farmers market, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.

Sept. 17, Polliwogs – Harvest Field Games, 10 – 11:30 p.m., Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org. Pre-registration: 603-366-5695.

Sept. 17, Queen Elizabeth II, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh. com.

Sept. 18, Book & Author Luncheon with NH Author Howard Mansfield, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Chase House, Meredith, lunch and talk by Mansfield, by Moultonborough Public Library, tickets/info.: 603-476-8895.

Sept. 18, Celtic Thunder – Their Greatest Songs, 7:30 p.m., Colonial Theatre, 609 Main St., Laconia, 800-657-8774, www.coloniallaconia.com.

Sept. 18, Chair Yoga with Linda Hooper, Thursdays at 10 a.m., Nichols Memorial Library, 35 Plymouth St., Center Harbor, fee by donation, pre-registration required: 603-253-6950, www.centerharborlibrary.org.

Sept. 18 Silent Film: Seven Chances, 7 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.

Sept. 18, Volcanoes and Cellar Holes: the History of the Land, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Castle in the Clouds, 586 Ossipee Park Rd., Rt. 171, Moultonborough, pre-registration: www.castleintheclouds.org.

Sept. 19, Red Hot Chilli Pipers, 7:30 p.m., Flying Monkey Movie House and Performance Center, 39 Main St., Plymouth, 603-536-2551, www.flyingmonkeynh.com.

Sept. 19, Red, Ripe and Ready to Can, 1 - 3 p.m., for ages 6-14, Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www. prescottfarm.org. Pre-registration: 603-366-5695.

Sept. 19, Summer’s Last Sail, 7 p.m., live music, drinks, dinner, M/S Mount Washington, Weirs Beach, tickets/info.:www.thechildrenscenternh.org

ONGOING

Alton Market on Main, farmers market, every other Wed., through Oct. 1, noon – 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.

ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, gallery, workshops & events, open year-round with seasonal hours, 603-323-8041, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, www. chocoruaartworks.com

Barnstead Farmers Market, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays, 1 Parade Circle, Barnstead, email: nhbarnsteadfarmersmarket1@gmail.com, www.barnsteadfarmersmarket.com.

Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, gallery and textile museum, events and programs, 603-524-8813, www.belknapmill.org.

Breakfast Buffet, 7 - 11 a.m., Wolfeboro Masonic Lodge, 35 Trotting Track Rd., Wolfeboro. Pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, home fries, bacon, sausage, omelets made-to-order, Eggs Benedict, biscuit and gravy, juice, and coffee. Served the second Sunday of every month, 603-569-4637.

Bristol Open Air Market, Saturdays until Oct. 11, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Mill Stream Park, 507 Lake St., Bristol, www.BristolNH.gov.

Canterbury Shaker Village, tours, programs, walking trails, Shaker Rd., Canterbury, 603-783-9511, www.shakers.org

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Castle in the Clouds, tours, hiking, programs, concerts, Rte. 171, Moultonborough, 603-476-5900, www.castleintheclouds.org.

Community Breakfast, 2nd Sat. of each month, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m., Masonic Lodge, 18 Pleasant St., Bristol, donations welcome, 603-744-3060.

Country Village Quilt Guild, meets twice monthly, Public Safety Building (back entrance to Police and Fire Dept.), Rte. 25, Moultonborough, countryvillagequilters@gmail.com.

Cruise Night, 5 – 7 p.m., Thursdays, 50/50 raffle, prizes, Tilt’n Diner, 61 Laconia Rd., Tilton, 603-455-7631.

First Fridays Receptions, June through Dec., 5-7 p.m., refreshments, conversation & art, ArtWorks Chocorua Creative Arts Center, 132 Rt. 16, Chocorua, 603-323-8041, www.chocoruaartworks.com

Franklin Farmers Market, Thursdays from 3 – 6 p.m., through Sept. 11, Marceau Park, Central St., Franklin, 603-934-2118, email: franklinmarketinfo@gmail.com.

Gilmanton Farmers Market, through Oct. 12, Sundays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., local vegetables, flowers, plants, crafts, baked goods, live music and more, 1385 NH 140, on lawn of Gilmanton Year Round Library, Gilmanton Iron Works, 603491-1687, www.gilmantonfarmersmarket.com

Guided Tours, history and machines of the historic Belknap Mill, 25 Beacon St. East, Laconia, pre-register: jill@belknapmill.org, 603-524-8813 to schedule a tour.

In the Round, 8:45 a.m., Sundays, thought-provoking topics related to tolerance, Benz Center, Sandwich, 603-284-7211.

Indoor Pickleball, 5 p.m., Sandwich Central School gym, Sandwich, every Tues., Thurs. & Fri., parksandrec@sandwichnh.org

Kirkwood Gardens, free, open to public year-round, Rt. 3, Holderness, tour the gardens, www.nhnature.org, 603-968-7194.

Ladies of the Lake Quilt Guild, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., meets second and fourth Wednesday of each month, First Congregational Church, 115 Main St., Wolfeboro, www.llqg.net

Lake Winnipesaukee Museum, displays of historic Lakes Region artifacts and information, souvenir postcards, plates, paperweights, memorabilia, summer camp historical information and more, open Wed. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., through Columbus Day weekend, 503 Endicott St. North, Laconia, 603-3665950, www.lwhs.us

Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, youth and adult sailing lessons, sailing competitions, Gilford, www.lwsa.org, 603-589-1177.

Lakes Region Art Association exhibits and classes, Suite 300, Tanger Outlet, Rte. 3, Tilton, 603-998-0029, www.lraanh.org

Lakes Region Curling Association, winter leagues, matches at Pop Whalen Ice & Arts Center, Rt. 109A., Wolfeboro, Sundays 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., 603-5695639.

Laverack Nature Trail at Hawkins Brook, nature trail on boardwalk, free, trail starts to the left of Meredith Village Savings Bank, Rte. 25, Meredith, 603279-9015.

Live Music, Friday nights, 5 – 8 p.m., free, Mill Falls Marketplace brick courtyard, 312 Daniel Webster Highway, Meredith, www.millfalls.com

Loon Center, walking trails, loon exhibits, 183 Lees Mill Rd., Moultonborough, 603-476-5666, www.loon.org

Makers Mill, a variety of workshops, arts and crafts classes and more, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org

Making Strides, 8 – 9 a.m., drop-in walking for groups or singles, Ossipee Town Hall, no pre-registration required, 55 Main St., Center Ossipee, takes place various times: www.ossipee.recdesk.com.

Market on Main, farmers market, every other Wed., through Oct. 1, noon - 3 p.m., 115 Main St., Alton, complete schedule: www.altonmarketonmain.com, 513-519-8264.

Meredith Community Market, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., 1 Burton Drive, off Rt. 104, Meredith, free admission, 603-409-2871, www.meredithcommunitymarket. com.

Meredith Public Library Bookstore, run by Friends of the Meredith Library, open weekly: Wed. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., Thurs. & Fri. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., lower level, Meredith Public Library, 91 Main St., Meredith, 603279-4303, www.meredithlibrary.org.

Model Yachting, 1 – 3 p.m., Tues. & Thurs., Back Bay Skippers at Bridge Falls Path, Wolfeboro, watch radio-controlled model yachts, NH Boat Museum, schedule: www.nhbm.org.

Molly the Trolley, take tours/rides of Wolfeboro area aboard the fun trolley, info/schedules: 603-569-1080, www.wolfeborotrolley.com

M/S Mount Washington Cruises, narrated cruises of Lake Winnipesaukee, day & evening cruises, M/S Mount Washington, 211 Lakeside Ave., Weirs Beach, 603-366-BOAT, www.cruisenh.com

New England Racing Museum, open Saturdays, 922 NH Rte. 106 N., Loudon, www.NEMSMUSEUM.com

NH Boat Museum, events and exhibits, 130 Whittier Highway, Moultonborough, 603-569-4554. Second location: 399 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-5694554, www.nhbm.org.

NH Farm Museum, seasonal (summer & fall) old-time farm events, gift shop, 1305 White Mt. Highway, Milton, contact for open hours/dates: 603-6527840, www.nhfarmmuseum.org

Newfound Classic Car Show, every Friday through Labor Day, 5 – 8 p.m., free, Village Local Kitchen, 825 Lake St., Bristol, www.ttccreg.org.

Newfound Lake Eco-Tours, informative/scientific tours of Newfound Lake, through mid-Sept., Newfound Lake Region Association, www.newfoundlake. org, call for hours/dates of operation: 603-744-8689.

Ossipee Historical Society Grant Hall Museum, open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. – noon until Sept. 30, 52 Rt. 16B, between First Congregational Church buildings, lmsween@roadrunner.com.

Plymouth Historical Museum and Memory House, Saturdays 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., through November and by chance or appointment, exhibits, research information, Old Webster Courthouse, One Court St., Plymouth, 603-536-2337, info@plymouthnhhistory.org.

Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center, 928 White Oaks Road, Laconia, www.prescottfarm.org. Call ahead for event information and to inquire if program pre-registration is necessary: 603-366-5695.

Quilting Group, 1 - 4 p.m., meets every 2 weeks, Ossipee Public Library, 74 Main St., Ossipee, schedule/info: 603-539-6390.

Remick Country Doctor Museum & Farm, farmstead events, 58 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, 603-323-7591, www.remickmuseum.org.

Roller Skating Night, 5 p.m., Mondays, bring your own skates, age 18 and up, Ossipee Town Hall, 55 Main St., Ossipee, info/updates: 603-539-1307, www. ossipee.org

Sailing Lessons, youth & adult, Lake Winnipesaukee Sailing Association, 25 Davis Rd., Gilford, schedule/pre-register: 603-589-1177, www.lwsa.org

Sculpture Walk, tours of outdoor sculptures around downtown/lakeside areas of Meredith, free, Greater Meredith Program, maps: 603-279-9015.

Second Saturday Contradance, Tamworth Outing Club, 7:30 – 10 p.m., Tamworth Town House, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, admission charged, info.: Amy Berrier at 603-651-5800 or Teresa Fournier at 978-609-2181.

Small Business Advising, first Wed. of every month, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., until Dec. 17, sign up at www.NHSBDC.org., Maker’s Mill, 23 Bay St., Wolfeboro, pr-register: 603-569-1500, www.makersmill.org.

Song and Jam Circle, 6:30 – 8 p.m., community created jams and song circle, 3rd Monday of each month, Runnells Hall, 25 Deer Hill Rd., Tamworth, free, bring your favorite instruments, Arts Council of Tamworth, 603-584-2712, www.artstamworth.org

Squam Lake Cruises, family/educational cruises to look for loons, & wildlife, Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, Holderness, www.nhnature.org, call for hours/dates of operation: 603-968-7194.

Squam Lakes Association, programs, hikes, 534 US Rt. 3, Holderness, 603968-7336, www.squamlakes.org

Squam Lakes Natural Science Center, exhibits, nature trails, events, cruises, 23 Science Center Rd., Holderness, 603-968-7194, www.nhnature.org

Tamworth Farmer’s Market, 9 a.m. - noon, Saturdays, 30 Tamworth Road, Tamworth, www.tamworthfarmersmarket.org

Tamworth History Center, 25 Great Hill Rd., Tamworth, www.tamworthhistorycenter.org.

Tamworth Townhouse Hoot – Bruce Berquist & Jim Alt, 1 – 3 p.m., Saturdays, 27 Cleveland Hill Rd., Tamworth, song circle, local musicians welcome to participate, bruceberquist@gmail.com

The Market at the Weirs, Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., through Oct. 4, fresh produce, meats and artisan crafts, through Oct. 5, Weirs Community Park, 49 Lucerne Ave., Weirs Beach, email: bamm-nh.org., www.themarketatweirs.com

Tilton Farmers Market, Tuesdays, 3:30 – 6:30 p.m., next to Police Dept. building, 45 Sanborn Rd., Tilton, Rt. 132, free admission, 603-409-2871, www. tiltonfarmersmarketnh.com

Tuftonboro Country Bluegrass and Gospel Jam, 6:30 - 8 p.m., Tuesdays, donation requested, Old White Church, Rte. 109A, Center Tuftonboro, across from Tuftonboro General Store, 603-569-3861.

Wolfeboro Farmers Market, Thursdays, noon – 3:30 p.m., The Nick Recreation Park, 10 Trotting Track Rd., Rt. 28, Wolfeboro, email: wolfeborofarmersmarket@gmail.com, www.wolfeborofarmersmarket.com

Wright Museum of WWII exhibits and lectures on life on the home front during WWII, 77 Center St., Wolfeboro, 603-569-1212, www.wrightmuseum. org

By Chef Kelly

Hi again, foodie friends. I have always loved this time of year, as the weather is usually a little milder, and we get to reconnect with some of our favorite local restaurants and bars with the lull in visitors. I know the families out there are conflicted right now as the parents are mostly happy that the kids are back in school, while the kids might prefer a few more weeks of summer vacation! With all the sad emotions out there regarding school back in session, my theme for today is great desserts to keep everyone smiling – exactly what sweet treats usually bring.

I’m going to start off today with a yummy cookie recipe that includes a common theme as we start strolling into the autumn season, and that theme is pumpkin. This is a wonderful soft cookie with a mild hint of pumpkin and topped with cream cheese frosting.

These have the classic flavor blends of white and brown sugars, as well as cinnamon and nutmeg, finished with the cream cheese frosting. If the fact that these are soft and delicious isn’t enough of a selling point, you can have these made in barely half an hour and will get you 18 cookies, give or take, depending on how small or large you make them.

Soft Pumpkin Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting

For the Cookies

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

½ cup brown sugar, packed

1 cup canned pumpkin puree

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp baking powder

2 tsp ground cinnamon

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½ tsp ground nutmeg

½ tsp salt

For the Cream Cheese Frosting

4 oz cream cheese, room temp ¼ cup unsalted butter, room temp

2 cups powdered sugar

1 tsp vanilla extract

1-2 tbsp milk, as needed for consistency

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the pumpkin puree, egg, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. For the frosting, in a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered

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sugar and vanilla extract, beating until smooth and fluffy. If the frosting is too thick, add milk 1 tbsp at a time until the desired consistency is reached. Once the cookies are completely cool, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting on each cookie. Serve and enjoy these delicious, soft pumpkin cookies with its rich cream cheese frosting.

Continuing our dessert journey for this time of year, it’s time for some scrumptious cheesecake bars with a caramel candy apple mentality. As a kid, I was a sucker for caramel candied apples, loving the flavor as well as picking sticky apples pieces out of my teeth for hours. These dessert bars have an awesome brown sugary bottom crust topped by a cream cheese filling, then topped by diced seasoned apples and finished with a streusel topping making for 4 layers of goodness. These are perfect dessert bars any time of year but more so over the next couple of months. Prep time is in the 15–20-minute range and plan on an hour for oven time. I usually get 16 portions for this recipe.

Caramel Apple Cheesecake Bars For The Crust

2 cups all-purpose flour

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½ cup firmly packed brown sugar

2 sticks butter, room temp

For The Cheesecake Filling

3 packages cream cheese, 8 oz each, room temp

¾ cup sugar, plus 2 tbsp, divided

3 large eggs

1

½ tsp vanilla extract

For The Apples

3-4 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and finely chopped

½ tsp ground cinnamon

¼ tsp ground nutmeg

For The Streusel Topping and Drizzle

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour

½ cup quick cooking oats

1 stick butter, softened

½ cup or more caramel sauce/topping

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in butter with a pastry blender or 2 forks until the mixture is crumbly. Press evenly into a lightly greased 9×13 baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese with ¾ cup sugar in an electric mixer at medium speed until smooth. Then add eggs, 1 at a time, and vanilla. Stir to com-

I like to combine this by using my clean hands or using gloves to thoroughly combine the butter into the mix-

ture. Sprinkle streusel topping over apples. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set. Drizzle with caramel topping and let cool. I promise your family will fall in love with these.

I have one more bar recipe for you today and this one has only six ingredients, but the flavor of the final finished product seems like many more. If you are a fan of Butterfingers, you’ll be all over this recipe as this one is all about the fusion of them, caramel, marshmallow and a touch of chocolate. If those flavors don’t sound good to you, you may want to check to see if you still have a pulse lol. This has hints of S’mores as the crust is graham crackers, so all in all, this is another one that should make everyone smile. Another appealing aspect of this is the fact that it is a no-bake recipe that just needs to be refrigerated for a while before eating. Plan for 20 minutes to make it and will get you a dozen bars.

Butterfinger Caramel Bars

6 ½ graham crackers

2 cups mini marshmallows

1 bag Caramel bits, 11 oz

2 tbsp milk

1 bag Butterfinger Bites, 10 oz 2 oz semi-sweet chocolate for drizzle

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Lightly grease a 9x9 baking pan. Place graham crackers on bottom of the pan, breaking them to evenly fit if necessary. Sprinkle marshmallows evenly over graham crackers. Melt caramel and milk together in a microwave-safe bowl for 1 minute. Stir and continue heating in 30-second intervals until melted. Pour caramel over the marshmallows and gently spread until evenly coated. The marshmallows will melt slightly, which is what you want. Sprinkle chopped Butterfinger on top and press the candies into the caramel/marshmallow mix. Melt semi-sweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl on high power in 30-second intervals until melted. Drizzle semi-sweet chocolate on top of Butterfinger. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set. Cut into bars when ready to serve.

To end the day, let’s step things up to a couple of epic cheesecakes for those upcoming special occasions or for any day ending in y. There is no bad time for a great piece of cheesecake, and this first one is all about chocolate, peanut butter, along with chopped Reese’s cups for that extra punch. In the world of

desserts, I think it could be argued that if we polled the population, chocolate and peanut butter are the ultimate marriage of flavors. I’m more of a blueberry and lemon guy first off, but PB & C would be right up there. Like most cheesecakes, plan on a half hour for prep, and an hour or a little more for cooking time, then the long process of letting it cool and refrigerating for a day. I usually get 10 -12 slices out of it.

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs

¼ cup melted butter

3 packages cream cheese, 8 oz each, room temp

1 cup sugar

1 cup sour cream

1 tsp pure vanilla extract

3 large eggs

1 cup creamy peanut butter

35 +/- Reese’s mini peanut butter cups, roughly cut/chopped

1 cup heavy cream

½ cup chocolate chips

½ cup peanut butter chips

Caramel sauce for drizzling

Whipped cream for topping, optional

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom

of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth. Add the sour cream and vanilla extract and mix until well combined. Add the eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Stir in the peanut butter until the mixture is smooth. Fold in half of the chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups into the batter. Pour the batter over the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake the cheesecake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open for 1 hour. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Once ready to serve, in a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until it’s melted and smooth, stirring to combine. Let cool slightly. Drizzle the chocolate ganache over the chilled cheesecake. Top with the remaining chopped Reese’s peanut butter cups, peanut butter chips, and caramel sauce. Once sliced and plated, add whipped cream for garnish if desired.

Lastly today, I have another amazing cheesecake that is more appropriate for this time of year as this is a combined cheesecake and apple pie. True story my friends. This apple pie stuffed cheesecake is a heavenly combination of two classic desserts, creating a rich, creamy, and spiced treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With layers of velvety cheesecake and cinnamon-spiced apples, it’s the ultimate fall or holiday dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Every bite is a perfect balance of smooth, tangy cheesecake and the comforting, caramelized flavors of homemade apple pie filling. It’s a show-stopping dessert that’s sure to impress your family and friends. I have done this at Thanksgiving many times as a change of pace from the usual desserts, and it’s always been a hit. Plan on the same timetable as the last recipe, as well as servings.

Apple Pie Stuffed Cheesecake

For the Graham Cracker Crust 2 cups graham cracker crumbs ½ cup unsalted butter, melted ¼ cup granulated sugar

1 tsp cinnamon

For the Cheesecake Filling

24 oz cream cheese, room temp 1 cup granulated sugar

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3 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

½ cup sour cream

¼ cup all-purpose flour

½ tsp salt

For the Apple Pie Filling

3 large apples, Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled and sliced

½ cup brown sugar

2 tbsp granulated sugar

1 tsp cinnamon

¼ tsp nutmeg

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp cornstarch

¼ cup water

1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Topping

½ cup caramel sauce for drizzling

½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts, optional

Whipped cream, optional

Preheat your oven to 325 degrees. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and cinnamon. Mix until the crumbs are well-coated. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, making sure it is even and compact. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling. In a large skillet, add apple slices, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook over me-

dium heat for about 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently until the apples are soft. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water, then pour it into the apple mixture. Continue to cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the apple filling cool to room temperature. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, flour, and salt until fully combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure a smooth batter. Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Spoon half of the apple pie mixture on top of the cheesecake batter, spreading it evenly. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the apples, smoothing the surface. Add the rest of the apple pie filling on top, gently spreading it without mixing too much into the cheesecake. Wrap the bottom of the springform pan in 2-3 sheets of aluminum foil and place it in a larger baking dish. Fill the larger dish with hot water, about 1 inch deep. The foil is there to prevent the water from invading the pan. This water bath helps prevent cracks in the cheesecake. Bake at 325 degrees for 60–70 minutes, or until the edg-

es are set but the center still jiggles slightly. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour. Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, before serving. Top with any of the optional toppings listed or serve as is, as there is no bad way to serve it. Being the fall season is upon us soon, if you want to add pumpkin to the mix, add ½ cup pumpkin puree and ½ tsp to the cheesecake batter

to combine apple and pumpkin, which is very good. That’s another chapter in the book, my friends, to help you enjoy whenever you have that urge to cook up something fun and sweet. Until next week, keep those taste buds of yours happy, and if you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out at fenwaysox10@gmail. com.

Felted Funky Chicken Class with Patsy Frasier

Join artist Patsy Frasier at the League of NH Craftsmen - Meredith Fine Craft Gallery on Saturday, September 13, from 10 am to 2 pm for a Funky Felted Chicken Class. Learn the art of needle felting and create your own felted chicken in this fun one-day workshop. These chickens will put a smile on your face. You’ll start by making the core shape and features. Then add a unique feather look by felting with yarn and locks. Be prepared to want a whole flock! Great for beginners and experienced as well. Tuition is $45 per student with an additional materials fee of $20 paid by cash or check to the instructor at the time of the class.

Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Those who wish to attend must sign up by Wednesday, September 10. To register for this workshop, please call the League of NH Craftsmen – Fine Craft Gallery at (603) 2797920 or stop by the gallery located at 279 Daniel Webster Highway in Meredith, NH.

For more details, visit our website at http://meredith.nhcrafts.org/classes/ and our Facebook page at http://www. facebook.com/nhcraft/.

The League of NH Craftsmen Meredith Fine Craft Gallery is located at 279 DW Hwy, Meredith, and is dedicated to the education and support of NH’s fine craft tradition since 1932.

Howard Mansfield to Speak at Book and Author Luncheon

Join the Friends of the Moultonborough Public Library on Sept. 18, from 11 am – 2 pm, for a dynamic presentation by notable NH author, Howard Mansfield, while enjoying a delicious lunch ($45 per person) at the Chase House in Meredith.

Howard Mansfield will be discussing his 2024 novel, I Will Tell No War Stories-What Our Fathers Left Unsaid About World War II.

Mr. Mansfield writes: “When I grew up, World War II was omnipresent and hidden. This was also true of my father’s time in the Air Force. Like most of his generation, it was a rule with him not to talk about what he’d seen at war. “You’re not getting any war stories from me,” he’d say. Cleaning up the old family house the year before he died, I was surprised to find a short diary of the bombing missions he had flown. Some of the missions were harrowing. I began to fill in the details, and to be surprised again, this time by a history I thought I knew. I Will Tell No War Stories is about undoing the forgetting in our family and in a society that has hidden the horrors and cataclysm of a world at war.”

In 2014, the New Hampshire Humanities Council celebrated its 40th

anniversary by honoring 40 New Hampshire-based people who have “demonstrated what it means to create, teach, lead, assist, and encourage human understanding.” Mansfield’s work was honored along with poets Donald Hall and Charlie Simic, and filmmaker Ken Burns.

“Howard Mansfield loves NH’s people. His writing connects everyday objects and the people who use them to what is meaningful in our world. Whether it is a simple axe used by a woodsman, or the hearth inside our home, or what we choose to have in our town historical societies, Howard illuminates the everyday with meaning. Howard not only gives voice to the people of our past, he gives of himself to the people here and now. Howard has served on historical societies, preservation groups, and town committees. He is always willing to talk and share his insights with people through libraries, community centers, and speaker series. He tells stories that make people laugh and feel ready to fall in love with their town’s own history…. Howard is a gem in our granite landscape.”

Tickets can be purchased at the Moultonborough Public Library or online at /short-link.me/2025bookauthor.

Author Andrew Bridgeman to Host Book Signing at Country Booksellers

Country Booksellers is pleased to welcome internationally published author Andrew Bridgeman for a special book signing event on Thursday, September 18, from 11 am to 1 pm. Bridgeman will be signing copies of his latest novel, A Noble Sin, a compelling new addition to his growing body of work. The Ossipee-based author made his literary debut last year with Fortunate Son, which has recent-

ly been released in Europe to international acclaim.

Readers and fans are invited to meet the author, purchase signed copies, and learn more about his writing journey. The Country Bookseller is located at 239 Main Street, in Wolfeboro.

For more information about Andrew Bridgeman and his work, visit www. andrewbridgeman.com

Best in Shell Exhibit Celebrates Turtle-Inspired Fine Craft in Meredith

The Meredith League of New Hampshire Craftsmen Fine Craft Gallery is delighted to announce a whimsical and creative new exhibit, Best in Shell, that pays tribute to one of nature’s most enduring and beloved creatures: the turtle. This special showcase features a wide array of handcrafted works inspired by the turtle’s form and symbolism, brought to life through the artistry of juried-in craftspeople.

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The turtle, often seen as a symbol of wisdom, longevity, and resilience, is beautifully interpreted in various forms and reminds us of the timeless connection between nature and craft. From playful to practical, the exhibit highlights how artists interpret the turtle motif across different mediums. Come discover creative pottery and felted wool figurines that capture the turtle’s charm and character. A beautiful mosaic glass tray that shimmers with intricate patterns of turtles in motion. Embroidered turtles adorning bibs and dresses, blending fine stitchwork with natural inspiration. Stuffed animal turtles crafted for both the young and young-at-heart. Functional pottery pieces include

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mugs, tumblers, small trays, and lamp bases, all decorated with turtle designs.

The Meredith Fine Craft Gallery invites you to come see Best in Shell and be inspired by the turtle in this diverse finecraft collection that not only celebrates the turtle’s enduring presence in art and storytelling but also reflects the artistry and imagination of skilled artists. These ingenious pieces are a wonderful opportunity to collect unique handmade gifts or add a meaningful accent to your home.

For more information, please call the Gallery at 603-279-7920 or visit our website meredith.nhcrafts. org. The League of NH Craftsmen Gallery is located at 279 DW Hwy. Meredith, NH.

The League of NH Craftsmen is a non-profit organization that encourages and promotes the creation, use and preservation of fine contemporary and traditional hand crafts. The League represents the signature of excellence in fine craft, through the work of its juried members and its rigorous standards for self-expression, vision, and quality craftsmanship.

Knit or Crochet Pumpkin Workshop at Belknap Mill

Welcome fall with a crafting experience at the Belknap Mill Museum! On Saturday, September 13, from 11 am to 1 pm, participants can create handcrafted pumpkins in a fun Knit or Crochet Pumpkin Workshop.

Ideal for those with basic knitting (cast on, knit, purl) or beginner crochet

skills, this hands-on session includes all materials and step-by-step instruction.

Register at www.belknapmill.org/ classes to reserve your spot. The Belknap Mill Museum is located at 25 Beacon Street E #1, in Laconia.

Explore Forest Diversity: Join the SLA’s Guided Tree ID Hike Through Homestead Forest

On September 13, from 9 am – 12 pm, the Squam Lakes Association (SLA) is leading a tree identification hike through Homestead Forest, a property managed by the Lakes Region Conservation Trust. On this hike, you will learn how to identify native tree species and other smaller plants. We will hike 2.7 miles through a variety of terrestrial habitats. Squam Lakes Conservation Corps member, Emma Murray, will lead the hike and teach participants about the different types of plants and how to identify common species. Participants will gain an understanding of the diversity of plant species and understand the process of identification so they can put their skills to the test in any environment. Come learn how to impress your friends and family on hikes! The SLA works to conserve all parts of the Squam Watershed, so come learn more about forested habitat, the role they play in an ecosystem, and view exciting examples of the flora and

fauna that live within them.

For more information, or to sign up for this Adventure Ecology program, visit the SLA website (squamlakes.org) or contact the SLA directly (603-9687336). The SLA also offers other Adventure Ecology programs throughout the year. These free programs are open to the public and cover a variety of nature and conservation-related topics. The Adventure Ecology programs are presented by the LRCC AmeriCorps members at the SLA who perform important conservation work in support of the Association’s mission.

The Squam Lakes Association is dedicated to conserving for public benefit the natural beauty, peaceful character, and resources of the watershed. In collaboration with local and state partners, the SLA promotes the protection, careful use, and shared enjoyment of the lakes, mountains, forests, open spaces, and wildlife of the Squam Lakes Region.

Newfound Nature Station: Amazing Reptiles & Amphibians

Join the Newfound Lake Region Association (NLRA) as we explore the lives of local amphibians and reptiles at Grey Rocks during Newfound Nature Station, a free program that connects youth and families to the natural world. This event will be held at Grey Rocks Conservation Area at 178 N Shore Road, Hebron, NH, on September 9 & 13 from 10 am to 12 pm. As summer draws to a close, there are big changes afoot for reptiles and amphibians. After a busy season of egg-laying, hatching, and growing, it’s time for them to start thinking about colder weather. Join NLRA educators as we learn more about local species, take a closer look at their life cycles, and make a craft to take home. This program is free and open to all.

Newfound Nature Station, along with other family programs and events, is part of NLRA’s year-round work

to encourage residents and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty around them, learn more about the environment and how to protect it, and fall in love with the Newfound Watershed. By connecting the people of Newfound to the wonders around them, NLRA works to inspire the next generation of stewards and fulfill the mission of protecting Newfound Lake and its watershed. Along with programs like Newfound Nature Station, NLRA maintains Grey Rocks Conservation Area in all seasons as a place for people and wildlife alike. It offers a new conservation center, walking trails, a picnic area, fishing alcoves, and a non-motorized boat launch, and is frequented by wildlife like loons, turtles, and bald eagles as well as people. Learn more about the NLRA, including other upcoming events at NewfoundLake.org.

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Tips for Hunters on Establishing Good Landowner Relations for Deer Season

Fall archery season for deer (September 15–December 15) is getting closer, with muzzleloader and firearms seasons fast approaching in November. Hunters on a quest for a trophy buck can do a lot to help promote positive landowner relations. “Remember that access to private land is a privilege provided through the generosity of the landowner,” said Mark Beauchesne, Landowner Relations Coordinator for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. “With more than 70% of New Hampshire’s land in private ownership, practicing good landowner relations is key to maintaining access to private property now and for future generations.”

Here are some tips:

• Even if you had landowner permission to hunt during the fall of last year, check back in with property owners to

Lakes Region Art Association Hosts Paint & Sip Fundraiser

The Lakes Region Art Association (LRAA) invites the community to join a fun and creative evening at their Paint & Sip Fundraiser on Thursday, September 18, 2025, from 6– 8 pm at the LRAA Gallery, Tanger Outlets, Suite 300, Tilton, NH.

Guests will be guided step-by-step in creating their own acrylic painting of beautiful birch trees—perfect for beginners and seasoned painters alike. This bring-your-own-drinks event is designed to encourage relaxation, creativity, and community connection.

The cost is $50 per person, and all art supplies are included. All proceeds

benefit the Lakes Region Art Association, supporting local artists and arts programming throughout the community.

Spaces are limited, so early registration is encouraged. The Paint & Sip “Birches in Acrylic” occurs Thursday, September 18, from 6 – 8 pm, at Lakes Region Art Association Gallery, Tanger Outlets, Suite 300, Tilton. The cost is $50, which includes all art supplies; proceeds benefit LRAA. Bring your own beverages to sip!

For more information or to register, please visit our website or go to tinyurl. com/57a4wsn7.

discuss this fall’s season dates and to make sure nothing has changed during the year.

• Demonstrate good landowner relations in front of youth before, during, and after the youth deer-hunting weekend, October 26 and 27. Ask permission and follow landowner requests.

• Remember that you are the guest of the landowner. Treat their property with the same care and respect that you would if it were your own.

• Never park on lawns or block roadways, driveways, trails, crossings, or gates. Leave all gates and barriers as you found them.

• Do not hunt near buildings, livestock, active logging operations, or hiking trails.

• Make an effort to express your appreciation to the landowner. Follow up with a note of thanks, a small token of appreciation, or offer assistance with a task or chore. Your ongoing commu-

nication with landowners makes a big difference.

• Laws applying to the placement of tree stands and game cameras make developing proactive relationships with private landowners a priority for hunters:

Hunters are required to have written or verbal landowner permission to place game cameras on their property. State and municipal lands are exempt. Permissions granted expire on December 31 of each year unless extended or revoked by the landowner.

A portable or temporary tree stand or observation blind may be placed on the land of another person from April 25–June 1 and from August 1–December 31. All portable or temporary tree stands or observation blinds must be removed from the property by June 1, unless allowed by permission from the property owner or designee.

All tree stands or observation blinds must be labeled with the name and contact information of the owner in a clearly visible manner.

To learn more about what’s new for all hunters in the 2025-26 season, and for a complete listing of Granite State hunting regulations, visit www.eregulations.com/newhampshire/hunting/. For more information about deer hunting, visit www.wildlife.nh.gov/ hunting-nh/deer-hunting-new-hampshire. For more information about NHFG’s Landowner Relations Program, visit www.wildlife.nh.gov/hunting-nh/landowner-relations-program.