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New Hampshire Cares August 3rd!
Movements surround us all the time, and here are a few August events in NH where you can show up, and show you care... Summer Volunteers Needed for Great Cause! - Care About Challenged Children March to ReEnergize NH - Help Fight Global Warming Live and Let Live Farm Rescue Dinner Dance & More - Help Save the Animals Upper Room Family Matters Auction SoulFest 2007! - Care About Christian Faith
July 26, 2007
Rooms Around Chocorua
Hi Kimberly - Do you know of a nice place to stay near Mt. Chocorua? Thanks,
Hi Rachel! Thanks for writing - while there are many choices for lodging nearby Mount Chocorua [I hope you are going to hike it!], here are my top 3 that qualify as 'nice'...let us know where you end up! 1. Riverbend Inn in Chocorua - WHY? Because of their breakfast! The innkeepers try to use fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables from thier own garden, along with produce from nearby growers and locally produced honey, syrup and cheese. 2. The Darby Field Inn & Restaurant, Conway - WHY? Because it does get steaming hot here in northern NH [about 84 some days! hee hee] and this Inn features a pool besides all the other wonderful amenities. And swimming in the White Mountains - breath taking... and 3. Farm by the River Bed and Breakfast with Stables, North Conway - WHY? Because where else can you fly fish on private waters and feed a horse a carrot before the morning dew disappears? July 22, 2007
Yes, Another Common Man Entry!
If you're an avid reader of mine, would rather drink lye than miss an entry, then you'll not be surprised to find yet another Comman Man post. And if you're a die-hard fan, then you'll also know that one of my sons has multiple food allergies...therefore, for the tried and true groupie, you'll have already assessed that maybe this new CM post has a different angle to it than my past accounts. Indeed my friends, The Common Man in Lincoln, NH now goes down as my favorite allergy friendly joint in all the land of Granite!
Going out to eat is an absolute treat for my family, as making sure my son's food is safe can be nerve-wracking. Quite familiar with all of Alex Ray's restaurants, when it came time for dinner after hiking for hours at the Lost River, I thought, well we could try the Comman Man? It was exactly 4pm, a bit earlier than the typical dining crowd, but I entered the back of Lincoln's Common Man anyway, to ask if serving us was even an option. A woman with a vacuum seemed the most approachable, as she turned off the machine as she saw me coming. I had told her about Ry and she kept nodding her head, "Yes, Yes, of course, we can do anything...and not do anything," she winked when asked if they had ways of making fries GF - which takes both time and effort. I told her that even baking them was fine, and she suggested with excitement to pan fry them separately in olive oil and salt - "Yummmm," she said. Sold. [Come to find out - after dinner - that this beloved vacuum-er was the General Manager!]
We three sat at a checkerboard table, and came to meet John, our server. As if I don't feel like a pain in the rear enough when I ask for dressing on the side, or less salty marinades - I can't even begin to tell you my hesitancy to talk to a server about cooking for allergies. Over and over I stress with huge eyeballs and firm, albeit strange, hand gestures, "so his is dry grilled, separate utensil, fries are baked and no bun, no cheese, oh, wait, no lime in his club soda either. Yada, yada, yada..." Who the heck would want to serve us, and who wants to listen to my crazy mother redundancy?! Well we know Carol does, but now you know John does too! Take note Alex Ray, give these two a day or three or more off...their courtesy and service were unparalleled. I actually sat back, crossed my legs and didn't think twice about Ryan's food...a first. Thank You Carol [The Infamous Woman with Vacuum], for getting us in there, and Thank You John [A Server From a Mother's Dream] for taking my son into your utmost consideration. I hereby christen the Lincoln Comman Man the Fave of the Allergy World.
[Hmmm, seems I forgot to mention the FOOD we ordered and enjoyed...well, you know what I'm gonna say about that because you remember me telling you already - remember, this was another perspective of the Common Man!] July 15, 2007
C.R. Sparks Hits the Spot
I'll never forget my first time at C.R. Sparks - it was to see a neighbor play at The Charles Club. Blue Therapy rocked the house, but I remember being distracted by the aromas wafting back from the Main house's kitchen. Some time passed, and visiting C.R. Sparks became a must for a night out. My friend Karin and I escaped recently, enjoyed a few menu must-haves and sipped an excellent Malbec from Pannotia Vineyards, as we closed the place...ahh, thanks again C.R. Sparks.
Ordering is not an easy task at C.R. Sparks. The menu has the perfect amount of choices, so as to never overwhelm the patron, and the staff is always knowledgeable about the choices. So we moms knew we had to choose something we do not make at home for the kiddos, so my much loved scampi woodfired pizza was out - oh that was hard, but to replace it with brilliantly prepared Sesame Crusted Tuna was not a tough second. Roasted asparagus salad, spinach and strawberry salad, and all finished with a decadent Artisanal cheese plate and more Malbec. This was so not home!
July 10, 2007
Be Thankful That Jason Likes Music This Friday
For Those Looking for a Barnyard Dance... For Those Looking for Monster Blues... For Those Francophiles Like Lucie... For Those Who Think Exeter has No Soul... For Those Who Believe in Lunaception... For Those Who Like Hillbillies... For Those Little Einsteins... For Those Who Like Quintets... For Those In a Rush...
July 9, 2007
Naswa Resort Info
My family from the New York area has planned a family reunion at the Naswa Resort in Laconia. What is your opinion of this place? The reviews on Yahoo seem very mixed. I am a little worried. I live in Boston and have traveled all over New England. I wish they would have asked for my input. Any feedback would be appreciated! Thanks! Hi Jackie... I have driven by the Naswa countless times, yet have never visited myself. However, if very full parking lots and scores of visitors milling about is a good sign, then you're in safe hands. IF there's someone with a boat in your group - that's a plus, and if there are music lovers...you are in the right place. What I like most about the resort is its location - close to everything, and its community involvement - lots of benefits involving food, music and family fun. While it also may be quite busy there, so will any place in the Lakes Region in the summer time. Check out some other Lakes Region posts of mine...Inns, Books, and Bike Week. After your stay, write back and let us know your opinion, readers trust other readers the most! Good luck, be safe and have some fun! July 6, 2007
November Foliage
Kimberly, My friend and I plan to get married on November 3rd in Nashua, NH. Is there going to be foliage at that time in the Nashua area? Thanks, Hi Sam - That's one only Mother Nature can answer, but if you want my best guess, I would say no...no foliage come November. However, just like my favorite fall perrenials, some trees and shrubs still look lovely come November, especially if the Autumn weather is mild. I had the earth tones of rust, ochre, brick and clay last year until Christmas time! So while those bright reds, oranges and yellows will be past, plan around some lovely earth tones - perfect for a sepia print of the new pair! Good luck and bless... July 5, 2007
Discover Nashua's Mines Falls
Surely one of my top 5 Main Street Communities is Nashua, New Hampshire's historic downtown, turned mecca of fabulous privately owned heavens. Past blogs represent a chef's dream, Bikini Bottom's Best, and even a James Bond and Antonio Banderas hangout. But as I watched my husband play his soccer game this morning, I realized that I have completely left out Nashua's outdoor offerings. So bring your bike, kayak or running shoes and start at Mines Falls for plenty of open air adventure.
July 1, 2007
Shish-Boom-Bang for the 3rd & 4th!
Well, the beach was incredible but it sure is good to be back in old New Hampshire again. I can't believe it's July already, never mind the onset of Independence Day. New Hampshire seems to have increased its number of 4th plans this year, starting on the 3rd, so if in state, be sure to hit one of the following celebrations... Tuesday July 3
Pelham, 4-11pm, Elementary School and...Wednesday July 4
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