2008 Calendar of Events

MAY 08~ May thru October Annually. Northern Forest Heritage Park on the Androscoggin River ~ bring the historical, cultural and geological story of the river alive on a 30 or 90 minute narrated excursion.May thru October. Call for schedule and reservations at 603-752-7202. Visit us online at www.northernforestheritage.org May 15 thru July 3 - Salomon & Smartwool Spring Trail Running Series - 3:30pm-7:00pm. A weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for eight weeks racers can run/walk the 3.1 Mile course. Short course available along with a Mini course perfect for the kids. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete six out of eight weeks are based on a raffle at the end of series awards party. Adults: $45 / Kids: $30 / One time fee: $9.  www.greatglentrails.com May 18 - Ventriloquist Donna Marie & Her Friends, St. Kieran's Canter for the Arts - 7PM. Ventriloquism never stops amazing children or adults. With singing, dancing, yodeling and flair for comedy, Donna Marie and Her Friends provide that amazement captures the imagination of audiences of all ages. Sponsored by Story Land. $6 for adults and $3 for children/students.   Call: 603-752-1028 or www.stkieranarts.org May 24 - Wildcat Express Scenic Gondola and ZipRider Opens Wildcat summer operations open Memorial weekend and will operate weekends only until June 14th. May 30 - Awesome Amphibians - 7:00 pm — 9:00 pm. Break out your rubber boots and a flashlight as we head out to investigate the wet meadows, swamps and ponds of Great Glen Trails. We should see amphibians such as adult pickerel frogs, American toads, spring peepers and grey tree frogs with possible tadpole and egg sightings as well. Please call Tin Mountain Conservation for reservations. $3/person, $5/family, TMCC members are free.   (603) 447-6991 JUNE 08~ June thru October Annually ~ Moose Tours~ Daily June 14th thru October. Ride the Moose Bus to view moose in their natural habitat. Leaving daily from the Gorham Information Booth on the Town Common (where tickets are available).   Call: 603-466-3103 for reservations. Michael West, Benton, NH Flea Market and Craft Fair~ Starting in mid June, alternate Sundays thru mid October. Lots of displays. 10AM - 4PM on the Gorham Town Common. 603-752-6060. June 12 - Royal River Philharmonic Jazz Band, St. Kieran's Canter for the Arts - 7PM Some of the best New Orleans Dixieland Jazz you will ever hear. From clarinet, trombone, trumpet and banjo to tuba, they really know how to swing. In straw hats & stripped shirts they dazzle, entertain, inspire, and can’t be beat!   603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org June 14 - Wildcat Express Scenic Gondola and ZipRider Open Daily Wildcat summer operations open daily through the spectacular fall foliage in mid-October. June 16 & 19 - Ride to the Sky - 7:30 am - 6:00 pm. The Mt. Washington Auto Road closes to cars and opens to motorcycles and guided tours only. Hours: 7:30 am until 6:00 pm. www.mountwashingtonautoroad.com June 21 - 1st Annual Cultural Festival - Northern Forest Heritage Park - A festival celebrating the French Canadian, Russian, Norwegian and other nationalities that came to the Androscoggin Valley in the early 1900's. Daily activities include live entertainment, a variety of food, games and fun!  Call: (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org June 21 - 48th Annual Mt. Washington Road Race - 7.4 mile foot race up the Mt. Washington Auto Road. Come watch some of the top runners in the world and some local talent in this grueling footrace to the summit of Mt. Washington.Auto Road will be open to the public from 1:00 pm until 6:00 pm. Call: (603) 863-2537 www.mountwashingtonroadrace.com June 22 - Mt. Washington Alternative Energy Days - 9:00 am — 5:00 pm. Mt. Washington Alternative Energy Days is an exhibition for consumers looking to reduce their energy use and carbon footprint featuring alternative energy experts and vendors. The highlight of the event is the Alternative Vehicle Regatta. www.mountwashingtonautoroad.com June 26 - The Great North Wind - St. Kieran's Center for the Arts - 7PM. Blowing in direct from Quebec, this popular group of superb musicians perform authentic and traditional Quebecios songs and music with thoughtfully subtle modern interpretations. Just in time for Jean Baptiste and Quebec 400 Celebrations!   603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org June 28 - "There's a Black Fly in My Eye" 15K Trail Running Race & Relay - 10:00 am — 2:00 pm. Swat the black flies and tackle carriage roads, single track and a river crossing in this trail running race that's 100% New Hampshire. Solo and relay categories. www.greatglentrails.com June 29 - Sunrise Drive - 3:30 am — 6:00 pm. View the sunrise from the top of New England! The Mt. Washington Auto Road will open at 3:30am for you to drive yourself to the summit. www.mountwashingtonautoroad.com JULY 08~ July thru August - Wednesdays at Wildcat - Including Wednesdays at Wildcat - 10:00am - 12:00 noon. Including "The Way of the WILDCAT Trail to Thompson Brook Falls", "Alpine Discovery / Gondola Skyride to the Summit" and "Pond Full of Fun". July 8 thru August 26 - Importech Summer Mountain Bike Series - 3:30 pm — 7:00 pm. A weekly mountain biking series every Tuesday. Riders compete against the clock in this fun, easy going series. The course takes advantage of our carriage roads and single track in our trail system at the base of Mt. Washington. Complete 5 out of 8 weeks to become eligible for the prize lottery. Adults: $50 / Kids (5-17): $34 / One time fee: $15.   603-466-2333 www.greatglentrails.com July 10 - Mark Verselli on Stage - St. Kieran's Center for the Arts - 7PM. A phenomenal, critically acclaimed singer-impressionist, with a cast of characters, which includes over 120 personalities including Nat "King" Cole & Natalie Cole, Michale Bolton, Randy Travis, Willie Nelson, Julio Iglesias and Sammy Davis, Jr.A fun, fast-paced cabaret style show!   603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org July 12 - Newton's Revenge - This hillclimb will be contested on exactly the same course as the historic Mt Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb – the toughest hillclimb in the world. This new addition is in response to the overwhelming popularity of the MWARBH and this year will benefit the Mt Washington Observatory and other non-profits. Auto Road will be open to the public from 12:30 pm until 6:00 pm. www.newtonsrevenge.com July 15 - Northward Bound Chamber Music Series - St. Kieran's Center for the Arts - 7PM. Back by popular demand. Young artisti from the International Music Arts Institute present a summer evening concert with selections from the masters showcasing the beauty and breadth of classical music.   603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org July 19 - Thunder in the Mountains and Party @ NFHP - Hear the mortorcycles roar in downtown Berlin and visit Northern Forest Heritage Park in the evening for food and live entertainment.  (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org July 24 - The 60's Invasion - St. Kieran's Center for the Arts - 7PM. Dig our your old beads and bell bottoms - New England's premier 60's Band is coming ot town! Bring back fond memories of the music, singers and bands "we all knew and loved". their program includes tributes to Rock and Roll, The Beatles, and even popular TV Songs and Themes of the 60's.   603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org AUGUST 08~ August 2 - 1st Annual River Day - Celebrate the Androscoggin River with us. Boat tours will be provided and individuals are invited to bring their own boats to ride up along the river. Food and entertainment at the park which includes a replica of a logging camp and the historic Brown House gift shop and museum.  (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org August 3 & 31 -Sunrise Drive - 4:00 am — 6:00 pm. View the sunrise from the top of New England! The Mt. Washington Auto Road will open at 3:30am for you to drive yourself to the summit. www.mountwashingtonautoroad.com August 8 - The 147th Birthday of the Mt. Washington Auto Road. Come join us in celebrating the oldest man-made attraction in America. Vintage horse drawn and automotive stages, which have operated for the past 140+ years, will be on display. Don't miss this opportunity to be involved in this part of New Hampshire's history. Vehicles with a "This Car Climbed Mt. Washington" sticker attached prior to arrival will receive free passage up the Mt. Washington Auto Road. www.mountwashingtonautoroad.com August 9 & 10 - 13th Annual 24 Hours of Great Glen - Join us at Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center when the cannon fires to signal the start of the annual mountain bike race. For 24 hours, riders will take on the racecourse for this challenging and grueling event. Spectators are encouraged to come cheer on the racers and enjoy the festivities under the event tent. www.24hoursofgreatglen.com August 16 - The 36th Annual Mt. Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb - You may have seen these bicycle racers on TV challenging mountains in Europe, but they call this event the "TOUGHEST HILLCLIMB RACE IN THE WORLD!" 7.4 miles up the Mt. Washington Auto Road. Come see for yourself why the top racers from around the world and local riders travel to Pinkham Notch to challenge the Mt. Washington Auto Road. Auto Road open to the public from 12:30 pm until 6:00 pm. www.mtwashingtonbicyclehillclimb.org SEPTEMBER 08~ September 4 thru 25 - Fall Trail Running Series - 3:30 pm — 6:30 pm. A weekly trail running race series for all abilities and ages. Every Thursday for six weeks racers can run/walk the 5KM course. Awards for top three in each category. Prizes for competitors who complete four out of six weeks are based on a raffle at the end of the series award party. Series price is $35 for adults, $25 for ages 17 and under; one time price is $9 for adults, $7 for ages 17 and under. Adults: $35 / Kids: $25 / One time fee: $9. www.greatglentrails.com September 13 - 2nd Annual Pig Roast - Northern Forest Heritage Park - An evening of fresh food and entertainment at the park which includes a replica of a logging camp and the historic Brown House gift shop and museum.   (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org September 13 & 14 - Climb to the Clouds - Celebrate the history of the Auto Road with a vintage car race and display. Auto Road will be open to the public from Noon until 6 pm. www.climbtotheclouds.com September 19 - Jeh Kulu Dance & Drum Theater - St. Kieran's Center for the Arts 7PM. Sixteen performers share the excitement of traditional West African rhythms and dances from the countries of Guinea, Senegal and Mali, West Africa. With joy, passion, high energy and beautiful costumes bring the spirit of West African Music and Dance to life!  603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org September 26 - Matthias Schmelmer: Master Organist - St. Kieran's Center for the Arts 7PM. Direct Berlin, Germany, Master Organist, Matthias Schmelmer brings his passion and dedication to preserving and celebrating the breadth and depth of historic church music to Berlin, NH and will feature St. Kieran's beautiful 1890 Hook and Hastings Pipe Organ.  603-752-1028 www.stkieranarts.org September 27 - Hot Wing Contest - Northern Forest Heritage Park - Test your taste buds and come out to try the many different local hot wings. The winner will be named the "Hottest Wings in the Valley" Bring lots of water!   (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org September 28 - 9th Annual Lumberjack Festival - Northern Forest Heritage Park - Always a popular event in Berlin. Festival events include the axe toss, single bucking, underhand chop and log rolling contests.  (603) 752-7202 www.northernforestheritage.org OCTOBER 08~ October 24 & 25 - North Country Quilt Show - 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. This invitational quilt show and exhibit will showcase the talents of local and regional quilting artists and bring together quilting enthusiasts from throughout the North Country. Handmade quilts, wall hangings and antique quilts will decorate the walls and interior of the Arts Center. Admission donation: $3.00 Hosted by the Berlin Quilters Guild.

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