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Hello Readers!

We are leaving tonight for the coast of North Carolina. Let me know what you've all been up to in NH while I'm away! I'll get back to you when home on July 1st!!!!

Take care and travel New Hampshire!
Kimberly

What are the chances that the Rib Fest falls on the very weekend we leave for North Carolina!? This is the one event that tells my kids that June is officially here, that summer is right around the bend...even more so than the end of school. Waking up this morning, the boys and I were talking about how exciting it was not to have to get ready for the bus, and of course this comes next..."Now we can get ready for the Rib Fest!" I knew it was the weekend we left, and I avoided all other inquiries about when it was, because I couldn't deal with the heartache and tears. Quickly I blurted out, "For some crazy reason the Rib Fest is this weekend, WHEN WE'LL BE ON THE BEACH IN NORTH CAROLINA WITH ALL YOUR COUSINS CATCHING GHOST CRABS." I waited and watched...no response, just glazing over eyes, and then they said in unison, "When are we leaving for North Carolina?"

Let me know how it was this year!

Kimberly,
I'd appreciate your recommndations for hotel/inn accommodations for a wholesome family vacation in the Lakes region. I have a 4 year old boy and want something close to home (I live on the Mass/NH border), so we don't have a long drive. Would prefer a family friendly atmosphere with plenty to do for kids and adults. Something with meals inclusive would also be very helpful. We are vacationing in August. Thanks for your help!
Lisa

Hi Kimberly,
Do you have any suggestions for a place to stay in lakes region in Northern NH that is family oriented or kid friendly? We are looking for places to stay with our two year old.
Thanks. Tracey

Hi Lisa and Tracey!
Thanks for writing. Enjoy your stay at the Lakes and be sure to let us know where you stayed and how much you enjoyed it! Keep in touch!
Kimberly

Margate on Winnipesaukee, Laconia

Gunstock Mountain Resort, Gilford

NASWA Resort, Laconia

Steele Hill Resort, Sanbornton

Village of Winnipesaukee Condominium Timeshare Resort, North Weirs Beach

For Those Who Like Linx...
Celebrate Father's Day
Charmingfare Farm, Candia

For Those With Bobby's Hobby...
Conway Scenic Railroad's Fathers' Day Special
Conway Scenic Railroad, North Conway

For Those With Picasso on Their Mind...
Father's Day at the Children's Museum
The Children's Museum, Portsmouth

For Those Who Like Schnitzel...
Fathers Day Lunch & Dinner
Inn at Danbury Alphorn Bistro, Danbury

For Those Who Watched the Tonys...
Of Mice & Men
Majestic Theatre, Manchester

For Those Who Collect...
New Hampshire Antique Co-op for a fun Father's Day
New Hampshire Antique Co-op, Milford

For Those Big Mouth Bass...
Fishing Derby
Mine Falls, Stellos Stadium Entrance, Nashua

For Those Needing Harmony...
Celebrating Father’s Day with Gayle Picard
Mariposa Museum & World Culture Center, Peterborough

For Those Who Ride Loop-de-Loops...
"Big Boys Toys" and Free Lunch for Dad at Canobie
Canobie Lake Park, Salem

[Seems like I just wrote about this!] Open up the trunk, find those leather chaps, spider web jumpsuits and leopard print skull caps...June 9th-17th marks Laconia's 84th Annual Motorcycle Week! Despite the obvious, that this event is for bikers, despair none, because there is nothing obvious about this infamous NH event! In my veteran opinion, Motorcycle Week is much more a people watching scene than a search for the 'best hog' venue. So try and blend in with some black, leather or tattoos and join the thousands that show up for biker fun! Prepare for bikes, chrome, crowds, lines and even some old school bar room brawls!

[photo courtesy of Bike Week Website]

I'll have to stick with last year's recommendations...and if you're making them now, pray real hard for any vacancy any where north of Concord and south of Plymouth!

Where to stay:
Good luck with reservations now, but hey, you never know...

5 miles to Weirs Beach
BELKNAP POINT HOTEL, Gilford NH
888-454-2537

9 miles to Weirs Beach
RODEWAY INN, Moultonboro, NH
603-253-4314

10 miles to Weirs Beach
LAKE SHORE MOTEL & COTTAGES, Center Harbor, NH

and probably more availability...
27 minutes south of Weirs beach [mind you with NO traffic]
HOLIDAY INN, Concord, NH
603-224-9534

30 minutes south of Weirs Beach [again, with no traffic hiccups!]
FAIRFIELD INN by MARRIOTT, Concord, NH
603-224-4011

Kimberly

I am about to begin a week long vacation in Moultonboro on Lake Winnipesaukee. Is it Black Fly season there now? How bad is it?

Thanks
Jessica

Hi Jessica -

I highly doubt the black flies are still kicking around, even up in Moultonboro...think positive, you're going to gorgeous Moultonboro!

Have Fun!
Kim

Kimberly -

I cannot seem to access the ski free NH - 5th grade program. I am very much interested in the details as I have a 5th grader.

Thanks
Karen

Karen -

Half of me is wondering if this is an old email that never sent?! But anyway, if you are the planner this assumes you to be, here is the website for that information...let me know if you have any problems accessing this site.

Thanks for writing!
Kimberly