Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Holiday Craft Fair in Lincoln this Weekend Nov 14 & 15, 2009

HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR

November 14th & 15th, 2009 The Lin-Wood Friends of Recreation is holding their 13th annual Holiday Craft Fair! The event will be held on November 14th from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm & November 15th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Lin-Wood High School Gymnasium, located on Main Street in Lincoln, NH.There are about 35 crafters that will be exhibiting their own handmade work. There will be door prizes every hour, of items made and donated by the crafters in attendance.
The Friends of Recreation will be selling lunch items from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, and having a bake sale during the two days.

Come visit me at he Craft Fair. I will have a booth set up where I will be selling my photography there.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Activities Schedule for Nov 13 to 21, 2009

Friday, November 13th, 2009
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:00PM Finger Stamp Place Cards (FREE EVENT) at Pollard Brook
These handy little birds are great seat markers and a fun activity! Create a place card for everyone joining you on Thanksgiving! You will create a turkey using your very own finger paint.
3:00PM Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories of vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!


Saturday, November 14th, 2009
9:00AM A Thanksgiving Turkey (FREE EVENT)
This is a great chance to involve your entire family! You will start by cutting out construction paper turkey feathers, body and feet. You will give each member of your family a feather to write what the or she is thankful for this year. Once you get home, you mail them to your relatives and ask them to write what they are thankful for. On Thanksgiving day you can assemble your turkey and display for everyone to see! Sharing the sentiments of relatives who are far away makes the day even more special!
10:30 AM Hike Georgina Falls (FREE EVENT)1.6 - 2.6 miles round trip
Join Steve on a trip to Georgiana Falls! .8 miles into the woods you come upon the Lower Falls, which consists of a 30 foot high set of cascades spread across a 20 foot wide ledge. .5 miles further and you come across the Upper Falls, where the Harvard Brook splits in 2 and drops over 60 feet into the long chasm below. *Requires uphill climbing once at the falls*
1:00PM Sand Art ($2-$6 depends on the size of bottle)
Join the Recreational staff in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.

Monday, November 16th, 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts and juice!
10:30 am Covered Bridge Tour ($5 per person) pick up at both Resorts
Join Steve and Meghan they will go out and head over to Bath, NH to see the Swiftwater Covered Bridge and NH’s Longest covered Bridge. We will also be stopping at the Brick Store which is the oldest general store in America. 2-3 hour tour
1:30PM Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
5:00pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
9:30AM Mount Washington Discovery Center($13 per person includes transportation)
The Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center in North Conway is an interactive science museum that brings the wonder of the atmosphere right to your fingertips The special admission price includes a brief orientation film, a facilitated exhibits visit with one of the museum staff, and a "virtual visit" to the summit of the mountain via video link.
1:00PM Caramel Apples ($1 per apple) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup. You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
9:30am Wreath Making ($25.00 includes wreath and transportation)

You have a great chance to go to Green Thumb in Haverhill, NH to make your very own wreath! It will be 22 inches wide and you will have all the materials to decorate it. This will be 2-3 hours long.
4:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!

Thursday, November 19th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
8:15am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)

The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
2:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!

Friday, November 20th, 2009
10:00am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
11:00am Lollipop Turkey Centerpiece ($3 per turkey)
Come to the Fun Factory to create a turkey...with lollipops for it feathers. Makes a cute and edible centerpiece for your thanksgiving table.
1:00PM Finger Stamp Place Cards (FREE EVENT) at Pollard Brook
These handy little birds are great seat markers and a fun activity! Create a place card for everyone joining you on Thanksgiving! You will create a turkey using your very own finger paint.
3:00PM Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories of vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Recreation Director Meghan At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Meghan all about what you need to know on your vacation! She will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!

Saturday, November 21st, 2009
9:00AM A Thanksgiving Turkey (FREE EVENT)
This is a great chance to involve your entire family! You will start by cutting out construction paper turkey feathers, body and feet. You will give each member of your family a feather to write what the or she is thankful for this year. Once you get home, you mail them to your relatives and ask them to write what they are thankful for. On Thanksgiving day you can assemble your turkey and display for everyone to see! Sharing the sentiments of relatives who are far away makes the day even more special!
10:30 AM Hike Georgina Falls (FREE EVENT)1.6 - 2.6 miles round trip
Join Steve on a trip to Georgiana Falls! .8 miles into the woods you come upon the Lower Falls, which consists of a 30 foot high set of cascades spread across a 20 foot wide ledge. .5 miles further and you come across the Upper Falls, where the Harvard Brook splits in 2 and drops over 60 feet into the long chasm below. *Requires uphill climbing once at the falls*
1:00PM Sand Art ($2-$6 depends on the size of bottle)
Join the Recreational staff in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
6:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night — Polar Express (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Activities Schedule Nov 6-14, 2009

Friday, November 6th, 2009
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:00PM Finger Stamp Place Cards (FREE EVENT) at Pollard Brook
These handy little birds are great seat markers and a fun activity! Create a place card for everyone joining you on Thanksgiving! You will create a turkey using your very own finger paint.
3:00PM Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories of vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!

Saturday, November 7th, 2009
9:00AM A Thanksgiving Turkey (FREE EVENT)
This is a great chance to involve your entire family! You will start by cutting out construction paper turkey feathers, body and feet. You will give each member of your family a feather to write what the or she is thankful for this year. Once you get home, you mail them to your relatives and ask them to write what they are thankful for. On Thanksgiving day you can assemble your turkey and display for everyone to see! Sharing the sentiments of relatives who are far away makes the day even more special!
10:30 AM Hike Georgina (FREE EVENT)1.6 - 2.6 miles round trip
Join Steve on a trip to Georgiana Falls! .8 miles into the woods you come upon the Lower Falls, which consists of a 30 foot high set of cascades spread across a 20 foot wide ledge. .5 miles further and you come across the Upper Falls, where the Harvard Brook splits in 2 and drops over 60 feet into the long chasm below. *Requires uphill climbing once at the falls*
1:00PM Playground Games
Join the Recreational staff outside and play all sorts of kids games. Freeze Tag, Red Light Green Light, Red Rover, Capture the Flag, Hopscotch, and Sidewalk Chalk. Please sign up in advance. This event geared for children ages 3-8.
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.

Monday, November 9th, 2009
Coloring Contest & Photo Scavenger Hunt Begins
Show us your creativity! Simply stop at the Front Desk or the Recreation Desk for your worksheets!
9:00am Day Break Update at Pollard Brook (FREE EVENT)
Join our Adventure Concierges for a fun and informational gathering where we will update you on all of our activities, local events and answer any questions you may have! Complimentary donuts and juice!
10:30 am Covered Bridge Tour ($5 per person) pick up at both Resorts
Join Steve and Meghan they will go out and head over to Bath, NH to see the Swiftwater Covered Bridge and NH’s Longest covered Bridge. We will also be stopping at the Brick Store which is the oldest general store in America. 2-3 hour tour
1:30PM Make Your Own Bird Feeder (FREE EVENT) @ South Mountain
Join us at South Mountain as we take peanut butter, bird seed, and other things to create a bird feeder to attract all the winged creatures in your area! Very quick and easy craft!
5:00pm Bingo At Pollard Brook (Entry fee: 1$ per card)
Event will be held in the Fun Factory at Pollard Brook. One dollar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
8:00am Plan your Day with our Recreation Assistant , Steve Balgach At South Mountain
You will have a great opportunity to ask Steve all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Also help you with our discounted tickets we offer. Don’t miss out on this!
8:00am Water Mix Aerobics @ Pollard Brook Pool ($10 per person)
Professional water aerobics instructor, Stacee Caulder will lead guests in a 1-hour session at the resort. Stacee will lead guests who are 18 years or older in a high energy water exercise she calls Aqua-Mix Aerobics. The class can accommodate the first 12 people who sign up. The class will be held in the indoor pool at Pollard which will be open exclusively for this class. Participants need not be able to swim but must feel comfortable in the water. A fee of $10 per session will be charged and can be charged to the guest’s unit.
9:30AM Mount Washington Discovery Center($13 per person includes transportation)
The Mount Washington Observatory Weather Discovery Center in North Conway is an interactive science museum that brings the wonder of the atmosphere right to your fingertips The special admission price includes a brief orientation film, a facilitated exhibits visit with one of the museum staff, and a "virtual visit" to the summit of the mountain via video link. The Discovery Center is normally closed, but will be opening just for our visit.
1:00PM Caramel Apples ($1 per apple) @ Pollard Brook
Create your very own caramel apples with your favorite candy or nut topping! Event to be held in the Fun Factory @ Pollard Brook
3:00pm Fadden's Sugar House and General Store (Free Event) (Pick up @ both Resorts)
We will head over to North Woodstock and meet with the Fadden Family and see how they make Maple Syrup. You will be able to observe the process in the modern facility as well as see an example of the way it was done in the good ole days.
5:00 pm Wine & Cheese Social (FREE EVENT!)
Join your fellow resort mates for an evening of wine and cheese in a social environment! Event will run approximately 1 hour and will be held in the main lobby at InnSeason Resort Pollard Brook. Non-alcoholic beverages will be provided for minors who wish to attend.
8:00PM Cog Video in Lobby of Pollard Brook. (Free Event)
Come watch an informational video about the historic Cog Railway. See why they call it the Railway to the Moon.

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009
9:00 am Cabot Creamery ($20.00 per person includes admission )
Cabot Creamery is a farm family-owned cooperative located in the hills of Vermont producing all natural, award– winning cheeses, incluing the "World's Best Cheddar", as well as a tasty variety of flavored cheddars. Join Steve as he will be taking you to Vermont and you can see for yourself why they have the “World’s Best Cheddar.” Lunch will be on your own we will be stopping during this trip. 5-6 hour tour
4:00pm Gifts in a Jar ($5 per Jar) @ Pollard Brook
Choose between making a layered chocolate brownie mix, spiral festive soup mix, or a special treat for your four legged friends with our layered dog biscuit mix! Take home a special treat as a great gift.
8:00pm Movie Night (FREE EVENT) @ both Resorts
Come down to the main lobby where we will provide snacks and a PG-13 rated movie for adults and teens to watch. Please bring a drink of your choice, free popcorn will be provided!

Thursday, November 12th, 2009
Coloring Contest Deadline! (Please pass in all colored pages to the Front Desk)
Make sure to come to the Recreation Desk to see if you made our Coloring Contest Wall of Fame!
8:15am COG Railway—Ride to the top of Mt. Washington, New Hampshire’s Highest Peak
($42 per person CASH ONLY)
The ever-changing surroundings, the magnificent views, the sights and sounds of the unique steam locomotives in action, and some of the steepest Railway tracks in existence all combine to place it among the best of the world’s great railway journeys. This is a trip that must be made to be fully appreciated! Trip is strictly caravan—you must take your own vehicle. This is a Cash Only trip and we must have a minimum of 20 people to go.
9:30am Wreath Making ($25.00 includes wreath and transportation)
You have a great chance to go to Green Thumb in Haverhill, NH to make your very own wreath! It will be 22 inches wide and you will have all the materials to decorate it. This will be 2-3 hours long.
2:30 pm Festive Fall Wreath ($4 per wreath) @ Pollard Brook Come down to the Fun Factory and create a fall festive wreath. You will see how to make a wreath out of 2 x 2 inch fabric cut outs, Styrofoam circle, glue and a screwdriver. It’s a craft that will be enjoyed by all!

Friday, November 13th, 2009
10:30am Sabbaday Falls & Rocky Gorge ($5 per person) (Pick up at both Resorts)
We will take the van to Rocky Gorge located off Rt 112. Then we will head back towards Sabbaday Falls and make a stop there.
1:00PM Finger Stamp Place Cards (FREE EVENT) at Pollard Brook
These handy little birds are great seat markers and a fun activity! Create a place card for everyone joining you on Thanksgiving! You will create a turkey using your very own finger paint.
3:00PM Decoupaqe Plates ($3 per plate)
Bring your personal vacation photos, or use our brochures and pamphlets. Choose many different colors of tissue paper and word art to create a wonderful collage of your favorite memories of vacation!
5-8:00pm Meet and Greet with our Adventure Concierge, Eric Pyra At South Mountain
At South Mountain you will have a great opportunity to ask Eric all about what you need to know on your vacation! He will give you great ideas for day trips and children’s activities. Don’t miss out on this!

Saturday, November 14th, 2009
9:00AM A Thanksgiving Turkey (FREE EVENT)
This is a great chance to involve your entire family! You will start by cutting out construction paper turkey feathers, body and feet. You will give each member of your family a feather to write what the or she is thankful for this year. Once you get home, you mail them to your relatives and ask them to write what they are thankful for. On Thanksgiving day you can assemble your turkey and display for everyone to see! Sharing the sentiments of relatives who are far away makes the day even more special!
10:30 AM Hike Georgina Falls (FREE EVENT)1.6 - 2.6 miles round trip
Join Steve on a trip to Georgiana Falls! .8 miles into the woods you come upon the Lower Falls, which consists of a 30 foot high set of cascades spread across a 20 foot wide ledge. .5 miles further and you come across the Upper Falls, where the Harvard Brook splits in 2 and drops over 60 feet into the long chasm below. *Requires uphill climbing once at the falls*
1:00PM Sand Art ($2-$6 depends on the size of bottle)
Join the Recreational staff in the Fun Factory were you will be making sand art!
4:00pm Candy Bar Bingo At South Mountain (Entry fee: 1 candy bar per card)
Event will be held in the meeting room at South Mountain. One candy bar per card is required as an entry fee. Bring the entire family, but don’t miss out on all the fun! This is the chance to show us your skills!
7:00pm S’Mores by the Campfire at SOUTH MOUNTAIN (FREE EVENT!)
Children and adults are invited to the fire pit at South Mountain to make smores around the campfire. We will provide everything you need to make the perfect smore! The fire pit at South Mountain is in the back next to the outdoor pool.
8:00pm Children’s Movie Night (FREE EVENT)
Come down to the lobby in your pj’s with blankets and pillows to watch a movie the whole family can enjoy. We will provide popcorn, so make sure to bring a drink.