The Great Watermelon Race
Take one watermelon, add axles and wheels (any size), decorate it, and get ready to race down Maple Street to River Road!

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Take one watermelon, add axles and wheels (any size), decorate it, and get ready to race down Maple Street to River Road!
Start your day with a tasty breakfast of pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, and muffins! All proceeds benefit Abbott Library.
BOOK DROP OFF: 7/1 – 9:00-12:00; 7/2 – 10:00-6:00; 7/3 – 9:00-5:00 SALE: 7/4 8:00-1:00
The Sunapee Recreation Department is excited to host our Independence Day parade again this year! Participants should line up on Old Georges Mills Rd. Spectators can watch the parade along Maple Street & River Road. Get creative in building a music-themed float and play your favorite tunes from any time or genre while traveling along […]
Curious about knitting but not sure where to start? Join us for a welcoming, hands-on Learn to Knit class designed especially for beginners. In this relaxed and supportive environment, you’ll learn the foundational skills needed to begin knitting. During this class, we’ll cover the essentials: how to cast on, the basic knit stitch, how to […]
Explore early lake shore development from Gardner Bay to Georges Mills with the Sunapee Historical Society. Light snacks and cash bar provided. Tickets @ $50/person Reservations Required: (603) 763-9872 or sunapeehistory@gmail.com Location: Sunapee Harbor Pier
To understand the headlines of today, one must first navigate the layered history of the last century. This talk serves as a comprehensive primer on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, tracing its evolution from the rise of political Zionism in 1897 through the transformative events of October 7. Rather than viewing the struggle as an intractable religious […]
Add a splash of color and tradition to your home with our Barn Quilt Workshop, a fun and creative class where you’ll design and paint your own 30×30 barn quilt. Inspired by the folk-art patterns found on barns throughout rural communities, barn quilts combine bold geometric designs with vibrant color to create eye-catching outdoor art. […]
Reading aloud to children is one of the best things you can do for their development. Not only is it fun, but it is also a bonding experience that can impact their literacy skills, emotional well-being, and love of reading. Studies have shown that children who know more words when they enter kindergarten tend to […]
Join library volunteers and patrons as they play Taiwanese Mah Jongg! Supplies provided. For more questions, call or email the library at 603.763.5513 or info@abbottlibrary.org.
Join us every Wednesday night this summer for Buck-a-Shuck Oyster Night at Hoptimystic Brewing. Fresh oysters straight from Maine starting at 4pm and going until they are sold out! Grab a cold craft beer, enjoy the harbor vibes, and make Wednesdays your new favorite night of the week.
Better Days Band continues from the 1970s with three of the founding members; Steve Hirsch on guitar; Mike Colburn on guitar and vocals; Bobby Gagnier on drums and vocals; and Skip Truman on bass and vocals. Drawing on years of musical experience and widely varying styles and tastes, BDB plays a mix of pop, B […]
Each session consists of 12 classes over a span of 6 weeks. Additionally, there are options for quarterly and annual enrollments. Every Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:30am $50 Sunapee Resident/$55 Non-Resident https://sunapeerecreation.recdesk.com/Community/Program
Interested in learning a new tabletop, tile game? Join the library’s volunteers as they play American Mah Jongg. This group is all levels and open to new players. All supplies are available at game time. For more information on this program or other upcoming events, please call or email the library at 603.763.5513 or at […]
FREE MUSIC CONCERTS AT THE LANDING 72 Main Street, Sunapee Harbor 6/6 BACCHUS 6/11 – JD & THE STONE MASONS 6/20 – GULLY BOYS 7/04 – VINCENT KING* 7/18 – TOTAN’S TRANGERSE MASONS 8/01 – 90 PROOF* 8/22 – CONNIPTION FITS*
Spend a summer evening with neighbors at arts‑themed trivia and CFA guest bartending. The event brings together the bright, easy spirit of the season—laughter, friendly competition, and the simple pleasure of gathering in good company. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Curious about the art of stained glass? Join us for Stained Glass 101, a welcoming, hands-on class designed for beginners who want to learn the tools and techniques behind this beautiful craft. During this class, students will be introduced to the essential tools and foundational skills used in stained glass work. You’ll learn how to […]
Welcome to the Sunapee Farmers Market sponsored by Project Sunapee. Summer 2026 will be our sixth market year in historic Sunapee Harbor. Come join our vibrant market community in the summer enclave of Sunapee. Our vendors sell only items grown, raised, baked, created, or prepared within 75 miles of Sunapee. Our farm vendors offer their own […]
Welcome to the Town of Sunapee Thrift Shop! The Sunapee Thrift Shop was founded by the Sunapee Seniors to offer scholarships to the Sunapee School District and serve the local community with donations for local services. With the help of many hardworking volunteers, the shop continues to serve the local area. When you shop with […]
Naturally New England Artist Show & Sale Join us at the beautiful Livery building for the 2026 Naturally New England Art and Photography Show. This juried art exhibit celebrates New England’s landscapes, wildlife, and historic architecture, offering a stunning display of artistic talent from July 10–19, 2026. The show will feature an online virtual exhibition […]
Browse a collection of lake-inspired gifts, home décor, jewelry, clothing, accessories, and unique finds all summer long. Hours: Wednesday – Saturday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm Sunday: 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
If you go down to Sunapee Harbor today, you’re in for a big surprise. Bring your Teddy, a blanket & picnic. Entertainment, prizes & the Traditional Teddy Parade. Everyone welcome. Free. Project Sunapee
Join CFA’s ukulele band, the Ukudaylies, for a community sing‑along filled with familiar tunes and easy camaraderie. The gathering offers a relaxed afternoon of music that feels timeless—like summer days spent with friends and family. Musicians are welcome to bring instruments and join in. Free and open to the public.
Project Sunapee – Nurturing the Roots of our Community
PO Box 602, Sunapee, NH 03782
info@ProjectSunapee.org | www.projectsunapee.org