FOURTH OF JULY
This unique, antique 38 star flag flew on The Livery during Sunapee’s Sestercentennial, courtesy of Aaron Simpson. *The history of The Livery in Sunapee Harbor maybe found at: thelivery.org
Our nation’s flag had 38 stars when ground was broken for construction of Sunapee’s historic Livery in 1890. On July 4th, 1890, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota and Washington were accepted into the union and 5 stars were added.
The Livery was built as a horse stable to serve the needs of the adjacent Harbor House Hotel. In those days, access to Sunapee was primarily by train and steamboat. Visitors, once they arrived, had need for horses and carriages for hire.
“The beloved Livery is regarded as a symbol of the community and adapted with imagination and determination to serve the community in ever-changing ways”. James L. Garvin, NH State Architectural Historian.
SOURCE: Sunapee Happenings
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LOCAL ARTIST DAY: Poet, Jane Kenyon
When the BHG Milestone Team is not helping our community with real estate transactions, we are trading books and sharing stories. This week, Marilyn sent me information about a local poet – and I am thrilled to share her with you!
Meet New Hampshire’s past poet laureate (January 1995-March 1999), Jane Kenyon. She published four volumes of poetry – From Room to Room (1978), The Boat of Quiet Hours (1986), Let Evening Come (1990), and Constance (1993). She was also a talented translator, publishing Twenty Poems of Anna Akmatova (1985).
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Although Kenyon was born in Michigan, she called New Hampshire home in 1975 when she and her husband, poet Donald Hall, moved to his ancestral home in Wilmot. The property has been rescued and is being lovingly restored and managed by At Eagle Pond, Inc..
The film, A Life Together, celebrates the creative couple.
To truly know Jane Kenyon, one must experience her simple but emotionally resonant poetry. In the film, In Her Shoes, the character, Maggie, played by Cameron Diaz, is learning to read. To practice, she reads several poems – including Kenyon’s “Let Evening Come.”
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The Sunapee Food Pantry has needs for the following items: chili, bread/muffin mixes, laundry detergent, canned carrots or beets, canned chicken, hot and cold cereals, fruit snacks, fruit juice, dog food, dish detergent, household cleaners, size six diapers, and grocery gift cards in any denomination for perishable grocery items. Items can be dropped off at the Sunapee Town Office. Thank you for your continued support and donations.
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Known as the Rogers Farm, this parcel was deeded to the Town of Sunapee in 1928. The Town is obligated by deed to “hold, use and manage the said premises for the public use and benefit as a public park and forest reserve forever.” The Society for the Protection of New Hampshire Forests (SPNHF) holds a back-up interest in the property to monitor the Town’s activities.
Located off Rte. 11, between Jobs Creek and Granliden Roads, with the entrance just before the ball field (on the left, coming from New London). Parking is available. The Sawyer Trail is a 12-step interpretive walk through the woods. A brochure providing more information can be found at: The Sawyer Trail
Take the kids and enjoy!
And the fishing will begin on April 1 for the start of the open-water fishing season on landlocked salmon/lake trout-managed lakes in New Hampshire. The other managed lakes are: Big Dan Hole Pond, First and Second Connecticut Lakes, Conway Lake, Lake Francis, Merrymeeting Lake, Newfound Lake, Ossipee Lake, Big and Little Squam Lakes, Lake Winnipesaukee, Winnisquam Lake, and Nubanusit Lake.
NH Fish and Game is encouraging anglers to take the Landlocked Salmon Anglers’ Pledge, a cooperative, volunteer effort to help sustain quality landlocked salmon fisheries in New Hampshire’s large lakes. Learn more at www.fishnh.com/Fishing/salmon_anglers_pledge.html.
New Hampshire fishing licenses can be purchased online at www.fishnh.com, or from any Fish and Game license agent. Annual resident fishing licenses are $35. Resident one-day licenses are just $10. Annual non-resident fishing licenses are $53. One-, three- and seven-day non-resident licenses are also available.
Visit the NH Fish and Game web site for answers to all your questions about fishing, hunting, wildlife and much more www.wildlife.state.nh.us/index.html
Many people know Steven Tyler of Aerosmith has a home in Sunapee Harbor, but this Fall Oprah Winfrey came for a visit to interview him. The town was abuzz with the news of Oprah and Steven Tyler riding around Sunapee. Take a look at her visit with the rock star. Steven-Tylers-Tour-of-Lake-Sunapee-Video
Many folks probably don’t know that New London Hospital was organized during the First World War. It was in 1918 that the six-bed hospital opened to the public in the building which now houses Tracy Memorial Library. About five years later, a completely new building offering 12-beds was erected on Main Street; today this building is known as the Griffin House Condominium Association. The current site (a gift of 50 acres from a summer resident) and the original building on County Road were dedicated in 1958. In 2007, expansion continued with a 46,000 square foot addition, which was completed in 2009. “Today, New London Hospital is accredited by the State of New Hampshire as a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital, providing primary care, emergency and specialized clinical services to the community it serves, continuing its rich tradition of quality service and caring.” For our area, the value of a caring, committed and involved local hospital cannot be over-estimated. Visit their web site at: New London Hospital
In addition to covering the Sunapee area and New London area, the Lake Sunapee VNA, founded in 1920, also brings their services to the following communities in Merrimack, Sullivan and Grafton Counties: Andover, Bradford, Claremont, Croydon, Danbury, Enfield, Goshen, Grantham, Lebanon, Lempster, Newbury, Newport, Salisbury, Springfield, Sutton, Unity, Warner, Washington, and Wilmot. Their mission statement describes their commitment: “Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice provides comprehensive, high quality health care services, within its financial resources, to support the dignity and independence of individuals and families in community settings. Commitment to innovation and collaboration with health care providers and community members promotes a supportive work that enhances this mission of excellence.” Services to their communities include: Home Care and Long Term Care Health Education Wellness and Social Services Physical and Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy Hospice Pediatric Programs Home Tele-monitoring Medication Monitoring Community Clinics and Personal Support Services Provided through their “…network of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, licensed nursing assistants, medical social workers, homemaker/ companions, and physical and occupational therapists.” The Lake Sunapee Region VNA and Hospice is an incredible asset to our area. For more information, visit their website at: Lake Sunapee Region VNA & Hospice
The Sunapee School District
If you are considering a move to the Sunapee region of New Hampshire, you may be interested in the local school system, not only as a parent, but also from the perspective that the quality of the schools can have a direct impact on the values of the homes. The Town of Sunapee has its own school district which consists of But you can also pay bills, deposit checks, and manage your free-credits-report.com from just about anywhere. the Sunapee Middle-High School and the Sunapee Central Elementary School. The school district enjoys an excellent reputation in the area. Each school has its own goals and mission statements:
Sunapee Middle-High School is committed to preparing and encouraging all students to be positive, caring and contributing members of society by maintaining high academic, social and civic expectations within a secure environment
SMHS students will:
- Problem solve effectively
- Think critically
- Read effectively
- Write effectively
- Speak well
- Demonstrate their knowledge and skills
They will:
- Be responsible partners in their own education.
- Be honest, caring members of society.
- Be good citizens who demonstrate tolerance, courtesy, and respect for the rights of others.
The Mission of the Sunapee Central Elementary school is:
To empower students to become lifelong learners and contributing members of society by providing intellectual, social and physical experiences.
Visit the school district’s web site for a broad range of additional information:
Located in Merrimack and Sullivan counties, with shoreline in the towns of Sunapee, New London and Newbury, Lake Sunapee…
- Is the 5th largest lake located entirely within the State of New Hampshire
- Is approximately 8 miles long
- Is 142’ deep at its deepest and 1,093’ above sea level
- Has eight islands
- Has approximately 70 miles of shoreline
- And driving distance of about 25 miles around
- Has 3 lighthouses which are on the National Register
- Has 6 boat ramps, 7 sandy beaches, and exceptionally clear and pure water.
Historically, the Lake, after the B & M Railroad brought a stop to Newbury, was a destination for summer guests from the Boston area, and elsewhere. Numbers of steamboats ferried the visitors from landing to landing, delivering them to various large resorts or cottages on the Lake. The biggest steamer to ever sail on Lake Sunapee was the 101’ Armenia White which was launched in 1887 and was capable of carrying 650 passengers.