Events AROUND THE STATE
Savor the final stanza of summer and the first verses 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 10
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 10–11
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 stroll among the displays where the artists show their work and offer for sale oil paintings, watercolors, leatherwork, art photography, fine jewelry, fiber art, wooden ware and other 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 Road, Westmoreland • Summit Winery, 719 Route 12, Westmoreland • rivervalleyartisans.com
SEPTEMBER 24-25
Harvest of Quilts
The Belknap Mill Quilters Guild once again hosts the annual Harvest of Quilt Show and Mysterious Quilt Journey. This year, the event takes 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 age 12 and under. Downtown Laconia • bmqg.org
SEPTEMBER 18
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 perform an exploratory collaboration between sculpture and dance. During a selfguided tour of the grounds, visitors see dancers performing improvisational dance inspired by the sculptures. Dancers interact with the sculptures, exploring the dynamics of stillness and motion. Several of the sculptors and gallery artists are 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
SEPTEMBER 18
Star Island Gosport Regatta
All are invited to this open sailing race from Portsmouth Harbor to Gosport Harbor at the Isles of Shoals. Spectators are welcome to enjoy the sailing competition from the deck of M/V Thomas Laighton, Isles of Shoals Steamship Company. There will also be festivities after the race for the whole family, such as an award ceremony, delicious barbecue, music, kite festival and games and activities for children. Prices vary. 9:45 a.m. to 8 p.m., Star Island, Isles of Shoals, Rye (603) 430-6272 • starisland.org/regatta
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 2
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 age 6-17, and $25 for families. The Fells • 456 Route 103A, Newbury (603) 763-4789 • thefells.org
OCTOBER 8–9
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 OCTOBER 31
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 20
Frank Lloyd Wright House Public Tour
This two-hour tour includes both the Kalil House, a Frank Lloyd Wright 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 age 7–17 and $20 for students. Currier Museum of Art • 150 Ash St., Manchester (603) 669-6144 • currier.org
OCTOBER 8–10
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
Submitting Events
New Hampshire Home is always on the lookout for events that may interest our readers. If you have one to submit for consideration, send details to janicer@yankeepub.com. Please note that calendar production occurs two months before each issue is published.
