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Rabu, 31 Oktober 2012
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Presidential Politics: Lakes Region Edition
Selasa, 30 Oktober 2012
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Wolfeboro is a beautiful town, especially in the autumn.
But this fall, America's Oldest Summer Resort has an added element of color.
Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is a member of a family that has owned a large seasonal home in town on Lake Winnipesaukee for years. His large family spent some time there this past summer.
If Gov. Romney was to be elected - which appears more likely now than it did several months ago - the Lakes Region community could become the "summer White House." (It's a peculiar designation that's been held by homes in Kennebunkport, Me., during the presidency of George W. Bush, and Hyannis on Cape Cod, Ma., for John Kennedy.)
You might think the prospect of enjoying at least four years of special attention on the world's would appeal to local folks, and it does to some. That's judging from the huge "Romney/Ryan" road signs planted in front of some homes.
But others don't like the idea... So, there's probably more "Obama/Biden" signs in and around the village.
It's a singular scene: Your neighbor is running for the highest office in the country and there's a sign on your lawn that says, "Please don't vote for him."
Maybe if he ran for selectman, things would be different. Maybe not.
Several other signs stood out.
"We are the 99%," read one.
It's conspicuous, because it's in front of a lovely house that sits on Lake Wentworth; a conservative estimate would put the home's value at about half-million dollars.
The others were visible along the roads connecting Wolfeboro, Alton and Gilmanton.
"Save America, Vote Republican," read one.
"Save the Planet, Vote Democratic," replied another.
Perhaps an overgeneralization in both cases?
A view of Winnipesaukee from the
Wolfeboro harbor area.
But this fall, America's Oldest Summer Resort has an added element of color.
Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney is a member of a family that has owned a large seasonal home in town on Lake Winnipesaukee for years. His large family spent some time there this past summer.
If Gov. Romney was to be elected - which appears more likely now than it did several months ago - the Lakes Region community could become the "summer White House." (It's a peculiar designation that's been held by homes in Kennebunkport, Me., during the presidency of George W. Bush, and Hyannis on Cape Cod, Ma., for John Kennedy.)
You might think the prospect of enjoying at least four years of special attention on the world's would appeal to local folks, and it does to some. That's judging from the huge "Romney/Ryan" road signs planted in front of some homes.
But others don't like the idea... So, there's probably more "Obama/Biden" signs in and around the village.
It's a singular scene: Your neighbor is running for the highest office in the country and there's a sign on your lawn that says, "Please don't vote for him."
Maybe if he ran for selectman, things would be different. Maybe not.
Several other signs stood out.
"We are the 99%," read one.
It's conspicuous, because it's in front of a lovely house that sits on Lake Wentworth; a conservative estimate would put the home's value at about half-million dollars.
The others were visible along the roads connecting Wolfeboro, Alton and Gilmanton.
"Save America, Vote Republican," read one.
"Save the Planet, Vote Democratic," replied another.
Perhaps an overgeneralization in both cases?
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Geekly Chic: Celebrity News / Vote
Senin, 29 Oktober 2012
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Fashion Battle: Who's The Hottest Leopard This Halloween?
This weekend the Halloween parties started and we spotted Fergie and Kim Kardashian, both dressed up as sexy leopards! Fergie showed off her curves in this shiny costume while Kim Kardashian also showed off what she's got, but in a much more apparent way. But who is the winner of this fashion fight? Vote and tell us why!
(The Vote link maybe doesn't work, so please write below who did you vote.)
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Lakes Region Reflections
Jumat, 26 Oktober 2012
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If there is an upside to an economic downturn, it's the opportunity for something new to emerge.
A young person, a family, or a group of people are willing to share their dreams of a new (or different) approach to things. They have an enduring passion and the hope that local people will find their business irresistible.
That's what's happening in downtown Laconia right now.
Since then My Coffee Shop by the Belknap County Courthouse has picked up some of the load, adding Wi-Fi to its very nice menu. And the recent coming of the Local Eatery has added a touch of class to the Lake City.
Now there's news that another place is about to open.
The owners of the new Vintage Cafe on Main Street briefly operated the iconic Laconia Spa but things didn't work out there as planned.
But they're not bitter. "At least I found out I like this kind of business," says one.
The restaurant will be more an old-fashioned diner than a Starbucks. "We'll have blue plates specials, breakfasts, that kind of thing."
Coffee choices will be restricted to regular or decaf but it still good to see another young entrepreneur in the city.
The Vintage Cafe is scheduled to open soon, a few days after Election Day. (No sense starting off with a grumpy crowd, I'd say.)
A young person, a family, or a group of people are willing to share their dreams of a new (or different) approach to things. They have an enduring passion and the hope that local people will find their business irresistible.
That's what's happening in downtown Laconia right now.
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Do you miss the downtown cafes? Some months ago we wrote a post about the disappearance of two distinctive coffee shops: the Black Cat, the Lakes Region's original 'internet cafe,' closed after new owners weren't able to find the right tone; and Awakenings Espresso Cafe moved to Gilford not long afterwards.Since then My Coffee Shop by the Belknap County Courthouse has picked up some of the load, adding Wi-Fi to its very nice menu. And the recent coming of the Local Eatery has added a touch of class to the Lake City.
Now there's news that another place is about to open.
The old Colonial Theatre in Laconia
is just down the block from the new
Vintage Cafe, which is opening soon.
The owners of the new Vintage Cafe on Main Street briefly operated the iconic Laconia Spa but things didn't work out there as planned.
But they're not bitter. "At least I found out I like this kind of business," says one.
The restaurant will be more an old-fashioned diner than a Starbucks. "We'll have blue plates specials, breakfasts, that kind of thing."
Coffee choices will be restricted to regular or decaf but it still good to see another young entrepreneur in the city.
The Vintage Cafe is scheduled to open soon, a few days after Election Day. (No sense starting off with a grumpy crowd, I'd say.)
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Geekly Chic: News: iPad Mini Announcement TODAY RIGHT NOW!
Selasa, 23 Oktober 2012
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Ok people! The announcement about the new iPad 4 (mini) is happening now LIVE and you can watch it throught USTREAM: ustream.tv/ipadmini
Hope you are having a good day and comment below about your thoughts for the new iPad!
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The 'Other' Lake
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Newfound Lake and Bear Mt., from the
NH Union Leader/Sunday News website.
The NH Sunday News this week had an article spotlighting beautiful Newfound Lake, recently named one of the best small lakes in the country.
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Lakes Region Listening
Minggu, 21 Oktober 2012
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I was crossing over Cotton Hill in Gilford one recent afternoon when the Subaru radio caught a strange sound.
It sounds like classical music. But I can’t place the melody. No Beethoven. Brahms?
No, this has a more modern sound… Gershwin? Phillip Glass?
No, there are violins. It sounds like a quartet of violins, racing back and forth across the pleasant melody. The theme is familiar but still not recognizable.
Then, after a few moments, I get it.
I don’t know the title, but I know whom I’ve heard doing it: Van Morrison. That’s right, the popular R&B/jazz/folks singer from Ireland. It’s one of his early songs, maybe from the “Moondance” album, and it sounds different.
Like some Mendelssohn chamber music. Very “classical,” with no drums, no other instruments accompanying the strings.
I stopped the car and listened for a little while.
The Doors’ “People Are Strange.”
“All You Need Is Love” by the Beatles.
The Eagles’ “Take It Easy.”
All done in the same peculiar, interesting manner: four or five violins, sometimes a cello and a viola… and no guitars, no singing... Just the pure bones of the songs.
After a while, a station identification comes on: “You’re listening to WWHK-FM, 102.3. You’re favorite songs win a classical touch.”
Later I learn that WWHK is out of Concord and not always available in the Lakes Region.
But if you can catch it, listen. It will take you by surprise.
An image from the
WEEI website.
And, while you’re tuned in, listen for some other big changes coming up on the local radio dial. The word is that WEEI, the popular Boston sports radio station, will soon have spot on the Lakes Region FM dial. (More to follow.)
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Geekly Chic: Celebrity News
Sabtu, 20 Oktober 2012
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Quinceanera?
So people our beloved Bella Thorne is having her Quinceanera TONIGHT! See said that she is going to post photos in Twitter to let us know how she's doing! She also shared in her blog a quiz to help us find what dress she is wearing! Here it is: bit.ly/BTquince1018 So we all hope she has a great time, and we all know that she has been waiting for her Quinceanera! Have fun!Follow in Twitter: @IfigeniaAristid
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Lakes Region Seasonal Blues
Jumat, 19 Oktober 2012
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Preston Shannon has often opened
for the blues giant B.B. King.
On Friday, the great Preston Shannon, a blues/soul/rock artist who is known as the "King of Beale Street" took over the Laconia High School auditorium. It only took this wonderful, jazzy musician two songs to have the whole place rocking and people dancing in the aisle. What a show... My friend and jazz musician Dave Dexter of Alton said Shannon's version of 'Purple Rain' was the best he'd ever heard.
Next month, the fund is bringing in Duke Robillard and Coco Montaya for one show, and then the National Marionette Theater's version of 'Pinocchio'. And in March, around St. Patrick's Day, the great Ronan Tynan, one of the Irish tenors, is tentatively scheduled.
What a gift to the Lakes Region is the Putnam Fund.
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Lakes Region Reflections
Kamis, 18 Oktober 2012
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Thanks to our friends at weather.com (The Weather Channel), the national spotlight is shining on another New Hampshire treasure - easily seen from many spots in the Lakes Region.
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Geekly Chic: Celebrity News
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O-M-G! 'Breaking Dawn Pt 2' Is NOT The End Of Twilight!
Hey Twihards, we have a surprise for you! "Breaking Dawn Part 2" was supposed to be the final Twilight movie, but now sources reveals that they're already working on a new concept for it! "they’re onto the [Breaking Dawn] follow-up", the insider reveals telling that they haven't decided on which type of medium it will be created. It will not center around the three main characters, Bella (Kristen Stewart), Edward (Robert Pattinson) and Jacob (Taylor Lautner), but we'll get to follow smaller roles in the saga. Gosh, it sounds amazing, but first we're excited to see the final movie. We bet it'll be the best ever!
Article from: Hypable
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Geekly Chic: Fashion
Sabtu, 13 Oktober 2012
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Halloween? Adult Outfits (girls only)
You are an adult? You don't want to dress up "Halloweeny"? Well you can check this Disney Princesses Outfit which you can make from your own clothes! No need to spent more money! And of course everyone could use this advice, and teens!
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