Mount Washington Valley, NH -- It�s a special time of year in Mt Washington Valley as the fall foliage colors turns to the harvest glow and then the joy of the holidays. Mt Washington Valley is alive with special events for each of the upcoming holiday celebrations � Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Look for events for everyone in the whole family in the upcoming months.
OCTOBEROctober 17, 18, 24, 25, 30, 31, November 1: The Goullhog Halloween Haunted Chairlift Ride - The tour starts in the Eating House building at the base of Cranmore Mountain and includes a night-time stroll through a haunted walkway to the Quad. After the 7-minute ride to the summit of Cranmore, visitors tour the Ghoullog, where haunted happenings are sure to frighten and surprise the hardiest souls. For more info: 1-800-sun-n-ski or
www.cranmore.com.October 1 � Dec 31: Harvest to Holiday Promotion in Mt. Washington Valley � Join businesses throughout Mt. Washington Valley for a full line up of family and shopping events as they count down to the holidays. Area lodging properties offer special packages including a keepsake canvas tote brimming with coupons and special gifts from local retailers. Come see what�s hot for the holidays and get a jump on the holiday shopping. Enjoy all sorts of traditional and zany holiday events in MWV. Info: 800-367-3364 or
www.mtwashingtonvalley.org.October 17 - 19 and 24 � 26: Pumpkin Patch Run at Conway Scenic Railroad - Travel by train to the "Pumpkin Patch" where each child will receive a small pumpkin and a special Halloween treat. Costumes are encouraged. Reservations can be made on-line or by telephone. Departures to Bartlett- 11:30 a.m.; Glen at 1:30 p.m. � with an extra train to Glen at 3:00 p.m. on Saturdays only. Info: 603-356-5251 or
www.conwayscenic.com. October 30: MWVCC Annual Meeting and White Mountain Treasures Celebration- Recipients of the White Mountain Treasures award will be honored at the Mt Washington Valley Annual Meeting and Dinner to be held at the Attitash Grand Summit Hotel and Conference Center on Thursday, October 30, 2009. The Annual meeting starts at 4:30pm, followed by a cocktail reception and dinner. Reservations required. $40.00 per person. Call MWVCC at 603-356-5701, ext 305 for reservations or visit
www.mtwashingtonvalley.org for more information.
NOVEMBERNovember 1: 2nd Annual Fur Ball at Grand Summit Resort - The 2008 Fur Ball to benefit the Conway Area Humane Society and Harvest Hills Animal Shelter promises to be a tail wagger once again this year with lots of dancing time to the live music of the award-winning Fryeburg Jazz Ensemble. To add to the laughs, enjoy the wild antics of Maine comedian Mike Miclon too. Tickets are $100 per person, or buy a table of 8 for $600. Call (603) 447-5605 to order tickets and for more information or visit conwayshelter.org or call (603)447-5605.
November 6 & 7: �The Capitol Steps� at the Stone Mountain Arts Center � The musical cast of this politically satirical group will be back for an election week appearance and have showgoers rolling in the aisles! Stone Mountain Arts Center is located in Brownfield, Maine. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., show starts at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $55 per person. Info: 866-227-6523 or
www.stonemountainartscenter.com.November 8: Nordic Ski Swap and Sale at JSTF - Kick off the Nordic ski season at the Annual Nordic Ski Swap and Sale from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm at Jackson Ski Touring Foundation. There will be savings on new and closeout merchandise from the retail shop, plus great bargains on gear and clothing. Skiers of all ages and abilities can purchase quality cross-country ski equipment and gear at bargain prices. For more info: Nordic Ski Swap and Sale at Jackson Ski Touring Foundation.
November 8 - 11: Bring a Friend Shopping Spree Weekend at Settlers� Green - Extended hours of shopping 8 a.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday, Saturday, and Monday. 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Sunday and Tuesday. The sale you wait for! Sign up early for access to the VIP Tent. Free shopping bags will be given for first 1000 shoppers, discount coupons for all, gift with purchase on Sunday and Monday. Info: 603-356-5703 or
www.settlersgreen.com.November 11: Veteran�s Day � Join others as they salute the heroes of the US military who�ve served in the war. Throughout the day, enjoy a Memorial Service, Flag Ceremony, Parade down Main Street and other events. This event is organized by Post 95 American Legion. Special lodging and dining packages offered to veterans and their guests from area businesses. Info: 800-367-3364 or
www.mtwashingtonvalley.org.November 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23: Arts In Motion Youth Players Presents "FAME at the Eastern Slope Playhouse - Tickets go on Sale Nov 9th. Tickets are $10.00 per ticket for reserved seating. For tickets, call the box office at 603-356-5776 after 11/9/08. For more info: artsinmotiontheater.com.
November 15: Arts Council of Tamworth presents Woods Tea Company - ACT! is pleased to bring back another crowd-pleaser, Americana band Woods Tea Company, on Saturday, November 15. For tickets and more information, call 603-323-8104.
November 15: Historic Thanksgiving at the Remick Country Doctor Museum - Where did our modern Thanksgiving traditions come from? Learn about harvest festivals and how the foods of the Thanksgiving feast evolved over the centuries. The event features demonstrations of how an early 19th century meal was prepared, from the farm to the table - including plucking and "dressing" the turkey. Traditional food and drink is prepared on the hearth, using historic recipes with lots of delicious samples to try. Take home a new recipe to include in your own Thanksgiving tradition. Visit a mini exhibit about the history of this important American holiday. Hours are from 1:00 � 4:00 p.m. for an afternoon of good food, a warm fire, and a little bit of history. Free admission. Info: 603-323-9571 or
www.remickmuseum.org.November 28 � 30: Ride �Santa�s Holiday Express� at Conway Scenic Railroad - Enjoy a relaxing �Valley Train� ride. Santa will be on board carrying a gift in his bag for each child. Departure to Bartlett at 11:30 a.m., Conway at 1:30 p.m. with an extra train trip on Saturday at 3:00 p.m. Reservations can be phoned in or can be place on-line. Info: 603-356-5251 or
www.conwayscenic.com.November 28-30: Christmas Time at Santa�s Village - Come visit Santa, his elves and reindeer. Take in a wonderful display of holiday lights, have a blast on the best rides and see a special holiday show in the Polar Players Theater. Hours are 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Saturday and 11:00 a.m. � 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. The admission for this season is $23 per person; children ages 3 and younger are always free. Info: 603-586-4445 or
www.santasvillage.com.November 27: Thanksgiving Feast Buffet and Holiday Concert at the Mount Washington Resort: Create holiday memories and families traditions with a feast fit for man, lady and child. This Thanksgiving Feast Buffet is what Thanksgiving is all about. This event is open to guests of the resort and the public too. The Thanksgiving concert will showcase and capture the sound of the Swing North�s 19 piece orchestra. Reservations required. Call 800-314-1752 or click for more info:
www.mountwashingtonresort.com .
November 28 - 30: Traditionally Yours, Jackson - The classic White Mountain villages of Jackson, Bartlett, Glen and Intervale invite folks to join them as they open their doors once again to share old and new holiday traditions. Come and experience old-fashioned New England traditions, crackling fires in fieldstone hearths, the unforgettable scent of freshly baked goods, and the wintertime fun of skiing, skating and sledding. And best of all, enjoy time with family and friends. Some of the activities planned include tree lighting ceremonies, caroling, gingerbread workshops, wreath-making, an old-fashioned ornament swap and of course the arrival of Santa to begin the festivities. Area inns, shops and galleries will be hosting their annual Holiday Open House celebrations. Info: 603-383-9356 or
www.jacksonnh.com.November 28, 29, 30: Santa's Holiday Express at Conway Scenic Railroad: Ride Santa's Holiday Express at Conway Scenic Railroad; enjoy a relaxing "Valley Train" ride, Santa will be on board carrying a gift in his bag for each child. Departure to Bartlett at 11:30am, Conway 1:30pm with and extra train trip on Saturday 11/29 at 3:00pm. Reservations can be phoned in or can be place on-line. Call 1-800-232-5251
or visit
www.conwayscenic.com for more information.
November 28: Preview the newest Warren Miller Film at Bretton Woods- Kick off the 2008/09 ski and snowboard season at Bretton Woods with a screening of Warren Miller�s 59th annual feature film, Children of Winter, presented by Jeep. Building on the success of last year�s film, they will once again be taking you places around the globe, in addition to numerous destinations within the US. Purchase your tickets in advance by visiting
www.shopmountwashingtonresort.com or by contacting the Adventure Desk at 603.278.8989. On the night of the event, tickets may be picked up at the lower level ticket windows at the Bretton Woods Base Lodge.
November 29: Wildcat Opening Day: Wildcat Mountain anticipates opening for the season today. For info and snow reports, go to
www.SkiWildcat.com.November 29-30: Demo Days and Beer Tasting & BBQ at Bretton Woods:
Saturday and Sunday will feature a complimentary on-mountain ski equipment demo from our very own Demo Center! Check out some of this season�s newest gear from Elan. Plus - don�t forget about the afternoon barbecue and a brew tasting on Saturday featuring Northern New England breweries. For more information, visitBellaOnline ALERT: Raw URLs are not allowed in these forums for security reasons. Please use UBB code. If you don't know how to do UBB code just post here for help - we will help out!
