Events for September and October

Capture the final days of summer and the first cool days of fall by touring artists’ studios and gorgeous homes in the Lakes Region, browsing a home show, enjoying dance and sculpture in a garden at a historic estate, and much more.

SEPTEMBER 11

Auburn Day and Duck Race

Enjoy a fun-filled day for the whole family with a celebration for the town of Auburn, featuring the annual duck race that awards cash prizes for the 10 fastest ducks, including $1,000 for first place. The day includes food, local artisans, train rides, music, visits by local authors and much more. Proceeds benefit the Auburn Historical Association and other local nonprofits.

Auburn Village • auburnhistorical.org

SEPTEMBER 11–12

River Valley Artisans Art & Wine Tour

Poocham Winery and Summit Winery have joined with the River Valley Artisans for a fabulous weekend of art, wine, food and fun in the Connecticut River Valley. Enjoy a wine tasting, and then stroll among the displays where the artists show their work and offer for sale oil paintings, watercolors, leatherwork, art photography, fine jewelry, wooden items, fiber art and many other fine handmade items. Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m. at both wineries. Admission is $10 for non-members and $5 for members.

Poocham Winery, 226 Poocham Rd., Westmoreland Summit Winery, 719 Route 12, Westmoreland rivervalleyartisans.com

SEPTEMBER 11–12

33rd Laudholm Nature Crafts Festival

This event brings many of New England’s finest craftspeople and artisans, selected by a jury, to exhibit their wares for thousands of browsers. Music and food round out the two-day festival. The Wells Reserve at Laudholm is a National Estuarine Research Reserve, and its headquarters is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Held daily, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

The Wells Reserve at Laudholm • 342 Laudholm Farm Rd., Wells, Maine • (207) 646-1555 wellsreserve.org

SEPTEMBER 25–26

Harvest of Quilts

The Belknap Mill Quilters Guild will once again host the annual Harvest of Quilt Show and Mysterious Quilt Journey. This year, the event will take place at three venues in downtown Laconia, all of which are within walking distance. Take a mysterious journey by following the displays of quilts and wall art in store windows, leading the way from venue to venue. Held daily, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Admission is $10, free for children ages 12 and under.

Downtown Laconia • bmqg.org

SEPTEMBER 24–26

54th Annual New Hampshire Home Show

Hosted by the New Hampshire Home Builders Association, attendees can meet builders, remodelers, decorators, landscapers and many types of home solutions providers. The showcase also features the latest in home-related products and services, from air quality and mortgages to hot tubs and custom closets. Friday, 1–8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. A weekend pass is $15. Daily admission is $10 for adults, and $7 for seniors 62 and over.

DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Manchester 700 Elm St., Manchester • nhstatehomeshow.com

New Hampshire Home is a proud sponsor of this event.

SEPTEMBER 26

An Afternoon of Sculpture and Dance

This is a unique way to experience this summer’s outdoor sculpture exhibit “Stillness and Motion” at the John Hay Estate at The Fells. Dancers from the professional dance company Ballet Misha of Manchester will present an exploratory collaboration between sculpture and dance. During a self-guided tour of the grounds, visitors can see dancers performing improvisational dance inspired by the sculptures. Dancers will interact with the sculptures, exploring the dynamics of stillness and motion. Several of the sculptors and gallery artists will be present to discuss their work. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the garden, on the veranda, or in the pavilion. 1–3 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $4 for children age 6-17, and $25 for families.

The Fells • 456 Route 103A, Newbury • (603) 763-4789 thefells.org

OCTOBER 2–30

Monadnock Art Tour and Exhibit

Kicking things off this year is a special opening event and exhibit. On October 2, preview the artists and plan your itinerary at an outdoor celebration at the Monadnock Center for History and Culture in Peterborough. The exhibit continues until October 30, so you can see the artists’ work both before and after the tour. All art is available for sale, and new art will be added throughout the month. The free, self-guided tour—which takes place October 9-11—offers the chance to visit the studios of painters, printmakers, potters, jewelers, sculptors, fiber artists, photographers, woodworkers, glass shapers and others. This is a great chance to visit studios in Dublin, Hancock, Harrisville, Jaffrey, Marlborough, Peterborough and Sharon. Saturdays through Mondays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Monadnock Center for History and Culture 19 Grove St. in Peterborough • Plus various venues throughout the region • monadnockart.org

OCTOBER 3

Hay Day Fall Festival

Enjoy old-fashioned games, art projects for kids, craft demonstrations, music by Kathy Lowe and other live presentations. This year’s festival includes an Oktoberfest-themed lunch and musical performances. Browse the farmers market for fall produce and locally made products, and then explore the nature trails. Families can also build fairy houses in the Fairy Village, or take a tour of the main house and gardens. 11 a.m.– 2 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and students, $4 for children ages 6-17, and $25 for families.

The Fells • 456 Route 103A, Newbury • (603) 763-4789 thefells.org

OCTOBER 9–11

Lakes Region Parade of Homes Tour

This local home show and design tour has been an annual tradition hosted by the Lakes Region Builders & Remodelers Association since 2007. The self-guided tour features stunning, professionally designed new and renovated homes in Lakes Region communities. Attendees can also meet the talented builders while learning about the newest trends, products and techniques.

Tickets are $20.

lakesregionparadeofhomes.com

OCTOBER 9–11

Center for the Arts Open Studios Weekend

View artwork and visit with the artists at Whipple Hall, and then tour private studios in the Lake Sunapee Region using the provided free map.

Whipple Hall • 429 Main St., New London centerfortheartsnh.org

OCTOBER 9

Mount Sunapee Duck Drop

Support the Boys & Girls Club of Central New Hampshire at the 5th annual Mount Sunapee Duck Drop presented by Northcape Design. At this fun charity event, test your aim by dropping ducks from a chairlift onto targets. If you hit a target, you win a prize! New Hampshire Home is a proud sponsor of this event.

Mount Sunapee Resort • 1398 Route 103, Newbury nhduckdrop.com

Ongoing

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 17

Castle in the Clouds Garden Tours

Join gardener Gretchen Large in touring both Lucknow’s historic and modern garden landscapes, and leave with some general gardening tips and tricks for you to use at home. Large shares her passion for gardening, as displayed in the beautiful and thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces around the castle. Fridays through September 17, 9:30 a.m. Admission is $10, and pre-registration is required.

Castle in the Clouds • 455 Old Mountain Rd., Moultonborough • (603) 476-5900 • castleintheclouds.org

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 26

Roberto Lugo Exhibit

Roberto Lugo is a Philadelphia-based potter, social activist, spoken word poet and educator. “Te traigo mi le lo lai—I bring you my joy” celebrates the joys of making art while paying tribute to the artist’s Puerto Rican roots and features new work alongside work from his early career. All in-gallery interpretation for this exhibition is presented in English and Spanish. Fridays and Sundays, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m.–8 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors 65 and up, $10 for students, and $5 for youth ages 13–17.

Currier Museum of Art • 150 Ash St., Manchester (603) 669-6144 • currier.org

THROUGH OCTOBER 17

2021 Historic House Season

Strawbery Banke Museum offers visitors the chance to explore over 300 years of history in the charming Puddle Dock neighborhood of Portsmouth. Tour historic houses, meet costumed role players, watch traditional craft demonstrations and explore heirloom gardens. Admission is $19.50–$48.

Strawbery Banke Museum • 14 Hancock St., Portsmouth (603) 433-1100 • strawberybanke.org

THROUGH OCTOBER 22

Frank Lloyd Wright House Public Tour

This two-hour tour includes both the Kalil House, a Frank Lloyd Write Usonian Automatic, and the Zimmerman House, a Usonian home from the 1950s. Thursdays through Sundays, 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; Thursdays, 6 p.m. Reservations are required. Tours begin and end at the Currier Museum of Art. Admission is $35 for adults, $15 for children ages 7–17 and $20 for students.

Currier Museum of Art • 150 Ash St., Manchester (603) 669-6144 • currier.org

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