Valley Promotions

Every Saturday, 10:45-11:45am: HEALTH RECOVERY THROUGH TAI CHI
For those with ongoing health conditions - such as stroke, Parkinson's, diabetes, arthritis, MS, CP, mobility impairments, balance problems - or who are recovering from injury or for whom a slower-paced class would be more appropriate. All ages and abilities welcome including those in wheelchairs as tai chi can be done standing or seated. Offered the Taoist Tai Chi Society's center in Eastern Slope Plaza (next to Jeanne Limmer Dance Studio). Handicap access is at the front of the building on Reporter Court. For more information call 356-5581 or visit http://newengland.usa.taoist.org.

Mondays beginning Jan. 4, 6-7:30pm: BEGINNING TAI CHI at the Taoist Tai Chi Society's center in Eastern Slope Plaza (next to Jeanne Limmer Dance Studio). Classes introduce the Taoist form of Tai Chi, which is a series of slow, gentle movements designed to promote flexibility, balance and general good health. Register at the first class. For more information call 356-5581 or visit http://newengland.usa.taoist.org.

Tuesdays beginning Jan. 5, 10:30am-noon: BEGINNING TAI CHI at the Taoist Tai Chi Society's center in Eastern Slope Plaza (next to Jeanne Limmer Dance Studio). Classes introduce the Taoist form of Tai Chi, which is a series of slow, gentle movements designed to promote flexibility, balance and general good health. Register at the first class. For more information call 356-5581 or visit http://newengland.usa.taoist.org.

Wednesdays beginning Jan. 6, 6:30-8pm: BEGINNING TAI CHI at the Taoist Tai Chi Society's center in Eastern Slope Plaza (next to Jeanne Limmer Dance Studio). Classes introduce the Taoist form of Tai Chi, which is a series of slow, gentle movements designed to promote flexibility, balance and general good health. Register at the first class. For more information call 356-5581 or visit http://newengland.usa.taoist.org.

Thursdays beginning Jan. 6, 6-7:30pm: BEGINNING TAI CHI at the Taoist Tai Chi Society's center in Eastern Slope Plaza (next to Jeanne Limmer Dance Studio). Classes introduce the Taoist form of Tai Chi, which is a series of slow, gentle movements designed to promote flexibility, balance and general good health. Register at the first class. For more information call 356-5581 or visit http://newengland.usa.taoist.org.

EVERY WEDNESDAY:   SELF HELP MEETING: 
> ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS (AND OTHER DYSFUNTIONS,) AT
> 7:30 PM IN SUITE B. OF EASTERN SLOPE INN, AT 2760 WHITE MTN
> HWY IN NORTH CONWAY.  FREE AND OPEN TO ALL WHO WISH TO
> RECOVER FROM THE AFFECTS OF GROWING UP IN A DYSFUNTIONAL
> HOME.  WE SHARE EXPERIENCE, STRENGTH AND HOPE IN A SAFE
> TRUSTING AND ANONYMOUS ENVIRONMENT.

Ongoing programs offered at the Fryeburg Public Library include the "Circle of Friends" knitting and crocheting group, which meets every Tuesday at 10am. Book Time with Your Baby, for children from birth to 36 months, meets every Wednesday beginning at 10am. This program lasts for twenty minutes and offers simple stories and fingerplays for infants and toddlers with their parents.

Storytime for Preschoolers begins at 10:30am. This program for children aged 3-5 lasts for 30 minutes and includes stories, songs and fingerplays. Parents are encouraged to attend with their preschoolers, but may also treat it as a first independent activity for their children.

The Fryeburg Writer's Group meets on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 8am. Beginning and experienced writers are invited to attend.

Lastly, the book discussion group meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 10am. For more information about any of these programs, please feel free to call (207) 935-2731.

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT AT 8PM: AL-ANON MEETING IN NORTH CONWAY AT THE GIBSON CENTER AT THE CORNER OF GROVE ST AND WHITE MTN HWY, AN OPEN DISCUSSION FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF ALCOHOLICS.  THE MEETING IS FOR ANYONE AFFECTED BY SOMEONE ELSE'S DRINKING.  COME SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE STRENGTH HOPE AND FIND SOLUTIONS THAT LEAD THE SERENITY.

FAMILY FUN DAYS IN THE 100 ACRE WOOD! 

Location: 100 Acre Wood, 41 Observatory Way, Intervale, NH (directly across from Town Hall Road)

EVERY SATURDAY~ 10:30 a.m. Family Outdoor Activities on the Trails in the Wood followed by Indoor Entertainment in the "Theater in the Wood" from 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

Donation: $10 Adults; $6 Juniors (4-12); 3 & under FREE! (includes all activities plus day pass to the ski & snowshoe trails). Indoor Entertainment ONLY: $5 Adults; $3 Juniors; 3 & under FREE!

Be sure to check out the newly opened TRAILS IN THE WOOD. 7-8 K of groomed ski & snowshoe trails in the unique 100 Acre Wood. Open Daily from 9a.m. - 4p.m. Daily and Season passes available. Call 603.356.9980 or visit www.believeinbooks.org for more details on all upcoming events in the 100 Acre Wood, including the TRAILS IN THE WOOD and the "Theater in the Wood".

MTMC Classes for Adults:

Topics in Music Listening: Every 3^rd Wednesday, 5:30 PM -6:30 PM.  NO MUSIC EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!   Explore composers, styles, and structures in music to deepen your enjoyment of music listening.  ($8 per class)

Beginning Harmonica: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15 PM.  Learn to play harmonica in a friendly and fun environment.  ($12 per class)

Community Folk Band: Wednesdays, 6:30 -7:45 PM.  Learn to play traditional New England, Appalachian and Celtic Music.  Attendees should have basic playing skills.  Drop in rate $15, call for package rates.

Classes for Kids:

Kids Drums and Songs: Thursdays, from 4:00-4:45 PM.  Kids in grades K-3 learn about music by playing together, singing songs, create dances, and playing rhythm instruments.  Call for pricing.

Keyboard Kids: Mondays, from 4:45 -5:30 PM.  Kids ages 5-7 learn to read music notation and play familiar songs on the piano, in a friendly environment.  Call for pricing.