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Are you looking for events to go to this week? There are a lot of fun local events to check out! To stay updated about recent events check out the community calendar on our website!

SEPTEMBER 3rd

John 5

Starts at: 7:30pm
Lebanon Opera House, 51 North Park, Street, Lebanon, NH 03766

"Guitar wizard John 5 – now a member of Mötley Crüe, having replaced original guitarist Mick Mars upon his retirement – returns to LOH on the Strung Out Tour. John 5 is one of the most versatile guitarists of his generation. He’s recorded and performed with everyone from Rob Zombie and Rod Stewart to Dolly Parton and David Lee Roth. Expect an electrifying evening of instrumental music that shifts effortlessly from rock to country to bluegrass, highlighting his incredible virtuosity and speed. Turning Jane, a powerhouse all-girl rock band from Los Angeles, is the opening act."

For more information and to buy tickets, visit: Lebanon Opera House

Source: Sunapee Happenings email

Gratitude Event

Starts at: 5:30pm
Pavilion at The Fells, Newbury, NH

"The CFA is hosting an appreciation event to express our gratitude to our esteemed members, dedicated insiders, generous sponsors, and hardworking volunteers for their invaluable contributions and unwavering support. Join us for a special evening as we express our heartfelt appreciation to our esteemed members, generous donors, valued sponsors, and dedicated volunteers. It will be an enchanting night filled with delightful live music, handcrafted cocktails, delectable hors d'oeuvres, and the opportunity to connect and network under the beautifully lit Pavilion at The Fells. Your presence will make this event remarkable as we come together to celebrate and honor all those who have contributed to our cause."

For more information, visit: Center for the Arts

Source: Center for the Arts website

First Thursday Hike at The Fells

11am - 12pm
The Fells, Newbury, NH

"This informal, moderate walks will be an opportunity to get a little exercise, spend time out in the landscape, and perhaps discover something new about the property once owned by the John Hay family. Members: free, non-members: included with regular admission fee. No reservations necessary. Meets at The Fells Kiosk."

For more information, visit: The Fells

Source: The Fells website

A New Musical: Split

Various Times
New London, Barn Playhouse, New London

"Split tells the story of Lilian, a former research scientist at Los Alamos during WWII, and her daughter Amy as they embark on a road trip to the Grand Canyon in the summer of 1953. Though bound by family ties and a love of science, mother and daughter have different ideas about their futures: Lilian’s secret goal is to set her daughter’s life on a new course. But by the end of the journey, it will be Amy who changes her mother’s life forever."

For more information and to buy tickets, visit: Transport Group

Source: Sunapee Happenings email

First Friday September

Starts at: 5pm

" Join us for the opening receptions at our microgalleries to view an exquisite collection of artwork and connect with talented artists. The events will be held at various locations, including the New London Inn, Bar Harbor Bank and Trust, Blue Loon Bakery, the New London Barn Playhouse Fleming Center Gallery, Tatewell Gallery, Whipple Hall, and Grounds. The Center for the Arts presents the First Friday Gallery Stroll on Sep 6, 2024, showcasing exceptional artwork at various unique locations throughout New London. Meet and interact with the talented artists behind the stunning exhibits. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply looking for a delightful way to spend your evening, the First Friday Gallery Stroll is not to be missed. See you there! The New London Hospital hosts new exhibits during regular business hours."

Public invited ~ Light Refreshments served.

For more information, visit: Center for the Arts

Source: Center for the Arts website

Summer Concert Series

5pm - 7pm
The Fells, Newbury, NH

$35/person
Advanced registration is available, but not required

Featured performer: JOSA Performance with Nancy Kelly

"JOSA or Jazz On a Sunday Afternoon (a Wightsteeple Production) is one of New England’s premier performing jazz series. For the past 30 years, JOSA Events have featured internationally renowned jazz artists who tour annually throughout the U.S. and abroad. Singer, songwriter, educator and impresario, Nancy Kelly’s five-decade career has honed her trademark swing/bop, take-no-prisoners, soulful, swinging style in front of audiences across the U.S. and abroad. Inducted into the Rochester Music Hall of Fame in 2022, Kelly appears regularly in New York City, at such hallowed venues as The Blue Note, Birdland, and The Rainbow Room. She was twice named “Best Female Jazz Vocalist” in the Down Beat Readers’ Poll and is sure to feed your jazz holiday hunger this Sunday! Joining Abate this performance are member of the JOSA Ensemble including Bill Wightman on piano; Bruce Gertz on bass; Greg Mostovoy on saxophones; and Tim Gilmore on percussion."

Please bring your own picnic to enjoy as you listen to the music.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit: The Fells

Source: The Fells website

Are you looking to have fun at your job, plus have amazing office support? Come join our team!

We're looking for new or experienced agents! We provide a great work environment, plus collaboration within the team.

For more information, email us at: info@bhgmilestone.com or give us a call at: 603-526-4116!

12 The Seasons, New London, NH 03257 | Offered at $669,000 | MLS# 5011605 

This 3-bedroom, 2.5 bath end unit at The Seasons has a wonderful setting overlooking the first fairway while also being tucked into a very private corner within sight of the first green. Both the deck and covered porch take advantage of this private spot where no other units are in view. Inside, a number of skylights and windows fill the living areas with sunshine and light. The kitchen is designed for both cooking and entertainment, as it opens to the dining area, leading to the living room. With a primary bedroom on the first floor, you can live entirely on this level and still have two extra bedrooms and a bath for family and friends to visit. The Seasons has so much to offer and is a wonderful option if you are perhaps considering down-sizing but also relinquishing those tiresome chores which accompany owning your own home (and perhaps want to spend more time on the golf course?). Note, The Seasons does have a buy-in fee.

For More Information Contact:

Marilyn Kidder Listing Broker W (603) 526-4116 marilyn@bhgmilestone.com

Year Round Rental at The Seasons in New London!

Discover luxury living at The Seasons at Lake Sunapee Country Club! This stunning 4-bedroom, 4-bath condo offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Situated adjacent to the golf course, this mint-condition, unfurnished unit is available for year-round rental. The condo features three spacious levels, providing ample room for family and guests. Enjoy cozy evenings by the fireplace in the living room, kick back in the lower level large family room or relax on the deck and screen porch, perfect for soaking in the serene surroundings. Located just minutes from town, this home ensures easy access to local amenities while maintaining a peaceful retreat atmosphere. Rent is $3950 per month, plus utilities. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exquisite property your new home!

Year Round Rental in Newbury!

Newer home with all updated features. 3br, 2 ba, quiet country location but not isolated. Convenient and comfortable layout. Spacious kitchen open to living/dining. Laundry with large pantry area. Wood burning fireplace in living room, sliders to deck and fenced yard. Light and bright. Garage and storage shed. Close to Newbury Harbor & Mt. Sunapee. Beautifully furnished.

$3500/month plus utilities, snow removal, lawn maintenance. Available early September.

Are you looking to buy your first home? Here are some essential things that you should know!

Get Your Finances in Order

1. Get preapproved for a mortgage
2. Make your own home buying budget
3. Maintain your credit 
4. Save for a down payment and closing costs
5. Budget for repairs
6. Speak with a lender and understand your different loan options

Find a Real Estate Agent

1. Reach out to multiple offices to find the right fit for your needs
2. Agents will be there to help you every step of the home buying process

Make Your Home Buying Wish List

1. Include your must haves, nice to haves, and nonnegotiables
2. Don't fall in love with a house - determine what home would be the best for your needs now and in the future

Don't Make Big Changes

1. Finance big ticket items 
2. Switch jobs
3. Close credit cards

"A qualified buyer’s representative can guide you through all the steps to purchase your first home, including assistance programs in your area. They’ll help you ask all the right questions, consider all your options, and point out the pros and cons of any house you are considering." (NAR.com)

Contact us for more useful tips if you are thinking of buying! For the best selling, buying, or renting experience, call "The Best Team in Town" at 603-526-4116!

Sources:
https://homebuying.realtor/content/5-essential-things-every-first-time-homebuyer-should-do
https://www.rocketmortgage.com/learn/first-time-home-buyer-tips
https://realestate.usnews.com/real-estate/articles/fast-tips-for-first-time-home-buyers

Are you looking for events to go to this week? There are a lot of fun local events to check out! To stay updated about recent events check out the community calendar on our website!

Corbin Animal Farm

Starts at: 7pm
LSPA Center for Lake Studies

Mary Knonenwetter will present the history and legacy of "Corbin's Animal Garden."

"In the late 1800s, the banking, railroad, and real estate mogul Austin Corbin returned to his hometown in Newport, New Hampshire. He built a grand estate and bought out his neighbors’ farms to create an 22,000 acre wildlife game preserve stocked with boar, bison, bighorn sheep, antelope, elk, Chinese pheasant, and other imported animals. The grounds eventually became a prestigious private hunting park and hosted illustrious guests including Theodore Roosevelt, the Prince of Wales, Cornelius Vanderbilt, Joe Dimaggio, Rudyard Kipling, and Augustus Saint Gaudens. This illustrated slideshow features archival images and a discussion of the complicated history and legacy of New Hampshire’s own American Gilded Age robber baron. The talk will also highlight the important legacy of the role the Corbin family and park naturalist Ernest Baynes played in the saving of the American bison from extinction. In partnership with the Sunapee Historical Society. Supported by NH Humanities."

For more information, visit: LSPA 

Source: Sunapee Happenings email

Friday Nights at The Livery

Starts at: 7:30pm
The Livery in Sunapee Harbor
Featured performer: Ari Hest

Tickets: $20/person

"Ari is a grammy nominated singer/songwriter who began his career as an independent artist in 2001. He built a loyal following touring the college circuit extensively between 2000 and 2003, after which he released two albums on Columbia Records, Someone To Tell (2004) and The Break-In (2007) all the while touring both in the U.S. and abroad with artists such as Martin Sexton, Suzanne Vega, and Ani Difranco."

For more information, visit: The Livery

Source: The Livery website

Cars & Coffee

Starts at: 9am
Ice House Museum, New London

"Attention all car (and coffee) enthusiasts... Bring your favorite vehicle, old or new. All are welcome. Enjoy car camaraderie and explore the museum's collections."

For more information, visit: Ice House Museum

Source: Ice House Museum

202 Village Road, Wilmot, NH 03287 | Reduced: $27,500; Now Offered at $635,000 | MLS# 5006464

A 5-minute walk from Tannery Pond, this thoughtfully updated, 4-bedroom, 4-bath expanded cape is rich in character and charm and offers over 3,100 sq. ft. of living space. The variety and number of rooms will meet many needs: a first-floor primary bedroom, with a large walk-through closet and private bath; kitchen with a sitting area warmed by a propane fireplace; an adjacent dining room; a movie/family room, two offices removed from the general busyness of the house; 3 more bedrooms; 3 baths; and a workout room. Discoverable throughout the home are some special spaces: a charming coffee nook as well as a carpeted crawlspace between two upstairs bedrooms offers endless possibilities for imaginative play. The yard adds another dimension of enjoyment. With a patio, a natural stone fire pit, and hot tub, there is great space for relaxation, games, and enjoying family and friends. The location, minutes to both New London and Andover, and nearby Mt. Kearsarge, will appeal to many. See for yourself! www.202villagerd.com

For More Information Contact:

Marilyn Kidder Listing Broker W (603) 526-4116 marilyn@bhgmilestone.com