Back Bay Transit
2026-01-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Lake Sunapee United Methodist Church, 9 Lower Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Back Bay Transit (BBT) is a fresh and unique musical group currently working the New England region. Normally comprised of seven top-notch musicians, they perform original renditions of music classics from the genres of funk, rock, pop, and jazz.
The Founding Members from the 1970s Boston group are keyboardist and vocalist, Bill Wightman and bassist and vocalist, John Dassoni. They perform material selected from the BBT repertoire that include covers by artists Billy Preston; Bill Withers; Steely Dan; Leo Russell; Billy Joel; and Van Morrison, along with a smattering of classic jazz standards.

The Common Loon: A New Hampshire Icon
2026-01-20 17:30 - 18:30 | Abbott Library, 11 Soonipi Circle, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
For many, the haunting call of the loon is an important part of the New Hampshire lake experience. Often seen as a symbol of the northern wilderness, loons are a beloved fixture on New Hampshire lakes, and many lakegoers enjoy watching them as they raise their young. However, the breeding season can be a vulnerable time for loons—they face many threats, both natural and human-caused, while on our lakes. This presentation will focus on the biology and life history of loons, the threats that loons face, and the work that the Loon Preservation Committee and our volunteers have performed since 1975 to help recover New Hampshire’s threatened loon population.

Regional Lakes Meeting: Cyanobacteria in New Hampshire's Lakes and How to Communicate About It
2026-01-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Lake Sunapee Protective Association, 63 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782
This meeting is for members of regional lake & pond associations and anyone else who is interested in learning more about cyanobacteria. Amy Smagula, Chief Aquatic Biologist with NHDES, will provide an update on the status of cyanobacteria blooms in New Hampshire’s lakes during the Summer and Fall of 2025 and will also explain the updated messaging from NHDES regarding public health guidance.
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Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Winter Wings
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake Sunapee Protective Association, 63 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all – each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be flying along with our feathered friends as they survive the frigid winter months in New Hampshire!

Musican Dustin Marshall at the Blue Canoe
2026-01-17 18:00 - 21:00 | The Blue Canoe, 71 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, United States
Dustin Marshall joins us again for a night of acoustic music.

Winter Concert Series: New England Bluegrass Band
2026-01-17 17:30 | The Livery, 58 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
Join us for a delightful evening of great music and fine dining featuring live entertainment by the New England Bluegrass Band and a delicious dinner prepared by Chef Mary McDonald. Doors open at 5:30 PM, dinner will be served at 6:00 PM, and the concert begins at 7:00 PM. Reservations are required. Dinner selections include Pulled Pork Mac & Cheese or Vegetarian Mac & Cheese, a seasonal vegetable side, and Hummingbird Cake for dessert.
Cost: $50 per person (includes dinner and concert)
BYOB
Limited to 80 guests
Purchase Tickets: CLICK HERE
The New England Bluegrass Band is, simply put, a high caliber, tradition based Bluegrass music ensemble with an emphasis on powerful vocals with just the right instrumental backing and hot picking. Led by founding member Cecil Abels, the members of the band are both familiar faces and old friends. The New England Bluegrass Band will make their 8th appearance here since their own TPB debut in 2000. The band has been a regional institution for years, playing traditional bluegrass with hot picking and powerful vocals. The band has featured many of the top musicians in the area at one time or another and they never disappoint. They are the recipients of the Seacoast Favorite Bluegrass Band Award from Spotlight Magazine, and are well renowned in New England for providing a solid, entertaining bluegrass experience.
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Bob Skinner’s Ski & Sport Shop is our generous sponsor for this event. They have been serving Mt. Sunapee skiers for nearly half a century – almost as long as the ski area itself has existed! Owned and managed since 1985 by long time Newport local and former U.S. Ski Team racer Frank MacConnell, Bob Skinner’s Ski and Sport carries the region’s most extensive line of ski gear.
The Winter Activities Program has been a staple of our students’ experience for over fifty years! All students choose to participate in an activity that catches their interest. This year’s activities include skiing and snowboarding at Mt. Sunapee, winter sports, horsemanship, karate, theater, STEM, LSPA, and arts & crafts. The program’s successes would not be without the support of our generous community and partnerships with local businesses. Monies raised by this event will go to offset the families costs of participating in this amazing program.

AUSBON SARGENT TRIVA NIGHT!
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Hoptimystic Brewery, 31 River Road, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Join us for a night out at Hoptimystic Brewing in Sunapee for trivia night! Questions will have a lean towards all things conservation and related topics. Mark your calendar now for this opportunity to get out of the house on a (probably) cold winter’s night. Show off your land conservation knowledge, learn a thing or two, and kick back with a delicious brew (or seltzer) made by this popular local brewery. If you’re curious about the venue, check them out HERE.
This event is free and open to all, but registration is required. Please contact Sarah for more information or to register at: sarah@ausbonsargent.org

Leaping Lizards Adventure
2026-01-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Abbott Library, 11 Soonipi Circle, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
Leaping Lizards Adventure NH will bring 8-10 rescued reptiles/amphibians for kids to meet and learn about. The program will last an hour with the first half focusing on learning about the different animals and their environments and the second half focusing on meeting the animals.

Wine Tasting
2026-01-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Sunapee Cellar and Pantry, 5 Garnet Street, Sunapee, NH
It may be dry January, but there are still many wines to taste. Join your frozen lake side wine shop for a delightful grouping of whites and reds to set you up for a marvelous MLK Weekend.
We will be tasting two whites and two reds. The whites include a 2023 Old Vine Chenin Blanc and a biodynamic Chardonay aged in concrete and clay. The reds include a biodynamic French Syrah and a biodynamic 2023 Pinot Noir.
This is a free event and very casual. Come anytime between 4pm and 6pm and stay for as long as you like. Of course we will be providing a well appointed charcuterie board to help to cleanse your palate.
Make a night of it in Sunapee Harbor by using the tasting as a starting point to finish at Wildwood Smokehouse, the Blue Canoe or Hoptimystic.
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Book Club @ Hoptimystic Brewing
2026-01-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Hoptimystic Brewery, 31 River Road, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Beth on the Bookshelf will be at Hoptimystic Brewing- Sunapee to host Hoptimystic Book Club.
The pick for this meeting is The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali.
Come in a meet new people and discuss the book!

Winter Qigong Workshop
2026-01-10 14:00 - 16:30 | The Livery, 58 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
Two Workshops on January 10– Join us for one or both!
Two Workshops on January 10– Join us for one or both!
Qigong, which essentially means “vital life force work,” is a lovely form of meditative exercise that’s been around for thousands of years. Sometimes referred to as Daoist Yoga, this practice helps people “move inner mountains” through gentle movements, absorbing the effects in between sets. The workshop has been designed by Internationally Certified Instructor, Geo Kuffner, to be all inclusive, open to all ages, levels, and abilities. It can be done standing or sitting.
Please come and enjoy this unique and wonderful experience!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-qigong-workshop-learn-qi-breathing-spinal-qigong-healing-bear-tickets-1977525982447?aff=oddtdtcreator

Winter Qigong Workshop
2026-01-10 10:00 - 12:30 | The Livery, 58 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
Two Workshops on January 10– Join us for one or both!
10:00 – 12:30
2:00 – 4:30
Qigong, which essentially means “vital life force work,” is a lovely form of meditative exercise that’s been around for thousands of years. Sometimes referred to as Daoist Yoga, this practice helps people “move inner mountains” through gentle movements, absorbing the effects in between sets. The workshop has been designed by Internationally Certified Instructor, Geo Kuffner, to be all inclusive, open to all ages, levels, and abilities. It can be done standing or sitting.
Please come and enjoy this unique and wonderful experience!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/winter-qigong-workshop-learn-qi-breathing-spinal-qigong-healing-bear-tickets-1977525982447?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join Us on Saturday - Hike with the Conservation Commission!
2026-01-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Sunapee, NH
Conservation Commission – Community Hike
Sat, Jan 10 2026, 10 – 11am
Join Us for a Hike of Dewey Meadow! Learn about the recent project at the Meadow and the importance of protecting it! Parking off of Seven Hearths at the trailhead.

Comet Shopw & Winter Reading Kick-Off
2026-01-08 17:30 | Abbott Library, 11 Soonipi Circle, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
In this workshop presented by McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, participants will learn about comets by creating one themselves. They will explore questions like where comets come from, what they are made of, and how many types of comets there are. They will then get to build on this knowledge by creating their own comet with dry ice and other materials. After the workshop, participants can sign up for our Winter Reading program, and learn about the exciting events and prizes that will keep everyone reading through the coldest months of the year!
Registration is not required.

Musician Jenny Porter
2025-12-31 18:00 - 21:00 | The Blue Canoe, 71 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, United States
Jenny Porter is a Vermont-born singer songwriter, known for her warm roots leaning acoustic style, magnetic smile and a setlist loaded with the 90s hits her fans love. Performing for well over a decade, Jenny has become a familiar face across the Green Mountain State, including long-running residencies on Killington Mountain where she’s built a devoted apres-ski following. Blending folk, 90s rock and timeless classics with her own heartfelt originals, she brings an inviting, soulful energy to every stage she steps onto. Whether at mountain resorts, cozy pubs or outdoor festivals, Jenny’s voice, charm and crowd-pleasing repertoire make her one of Vermont’s most beloved live performers.
1-603-414-3050

Sparkling Wine Tasting – Tuesday, December 30
2025-12-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Sunapee Cellar and Pantry, 5 Garnet Street, Sunapee, NH
Sunapee Cellar & Pantry is pleased to close out the year with a final 2025 Wine Tasting, featuring a lineup of bubbly to welcome the New Year and two fine reds to enjoy with the meal before.
We’ll be pouring a South African traditional-method sparkling wine, a Spanish Cava, and a French Crémant, along with two classic reds—Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Barolo. This is a tasting you won’t want to miss.
https://sunapeecellarandpantry.com/sparkling-wine-tasting-tuesday-december-30-4-6pm/

Music & Brunch
2025-12-28 13:00 - 16:00 | The Blue Canoe, 71 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, United States
Adam McMahon is a blues, country, rock specialist who has been entertaining Upper Valley restaurants, pubs, weddings and festivals for a decade.

1-603-414-3050

Ugly Sweater Party- Hoptimystic Brewing
2025-12-20 17:00 - 21:00 | Hoptimystic Brewery, 31 River Road, Sunapee, NH, 03782
It’s time to dig out the holiday apparel you love to hate! The slopes are officially open and we’re celebrating with a mountain-sized ugly sweater party!
Join us Saturday 12/20 after a day of fresh powder at Sunapee Mtn and a night of questionable fashion choices at Hoptimystic Brewing.
The Ugly Sweater Contest … The brighter, the weirder, the better. Bonus points if it lights up or plays music. Prizes will be awarded for the most festive and least fashionable sweaters of the evening.
Make a night of it with delicious food options from Fenton’s Landing winter menu.

Wine Tasting – 4—6PM Friday, December 19
2025-12-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Sunapee Cellar and Pantry, 5 Garnet Street, Sunapee, NH
Looking for that special wine for the holiday season or for a gift, this wine tasting is for you. Join us 4-6pm on Friday, December 19.
We will sample a dry Prosecco style sparkler, a Mercato Italian red and white and a Arnot-Roberts Gamay Noir.
This is a free event and very casual. Come anything between 4pm and 6pm and stay for as long as you like. Of course, we will be providing a well-appointed charcuterie board to nibble on.
https://sunapeecellarandpantry.com/wine-tasting-friday-december-19-4-6pm/

Line Dancing Class- Hoptimystic Brewing
2025-12-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Hoptimystic Brewery, 31 River Road, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Grab Your Boots & Let’s Dance!
Join us on Thursday, 12/18 from 6:30–8:30pm for a boot-scootin’ good time!
Scuffin Boots Line Dancing is taking over the taproom and teaching a beginner-friendly line dancing class—no experience needed, just bring your energy and your best two-step!

Tickets:
• $5 pre-event
• $10 day-of (pending floor space)
CLICK HERE to purchase your tickets for the event. Space is limited!
Come hungry! Food will be available for purchase by Fenton’s Landing.
Dust off those boots, round up your friends, and get ready to dance the night away!
Let’s line up, step out, and have some fun!

NATURE EXPLORATION STORY TIME - WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION
2025-12-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake Sunapee Protective Association, 63 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all – each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be celebrating the solstice!

A Christmas Ornament Crafternoon
2025-12-15 15:30 | Abbott Library, 11 Soonipi Circle, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
A Christmas Ornament Crafternoon at Abbott Library for Kids of All Ages: Mon 12/15 @ 3:30

Crafternoon: Christmas Ornaments
Kids and teens can decorate festive ornaments for the holiday season with acrylic paint pens.
Space is limited, so registration IS required – please call us to register at (603) 763-5513.

More Information
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Taylor Swift Party! - Dexter's Inn
2025-12-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Dexter’s Inn
CALLING ALL SWIFTIES!
Get ready to sparkle, sing, and shake it off at Dexter’s Inn for a full Taylor Swift–themed night of music, cocktails, and friendship. Bust out your glitter, your boots, and your homemade friendship bracelets — this party is for YOU.
*18 PLUS EVENT*
Join us for a high-energy night featuring:
All Taylor, All Night – music from every era
Make-Your-Own Friendship Bracelet Station
Swiftie Photo Ops
Signature “Taylor’s Version” Cocktails (cash bar)
Snacks & Light Bites Available for Purchase
Giveaways + fun surprises!
Whether you’re rolling in with your besties or flying solo — you’re guaranteed to leave with new friends, a stack of bracelets, and a heart full of glitter.
Date: December 13, 2025
Time: 7:00–10:00 PM
Location: Dexter’s Inn — Dewey’s Pub
Tickets: Limited spots — book yours before they sell out!
Let’s raise a glass… it’s a Taylor Swift Party!

https://www.facebook.com/DextersInn

Sip & Shop
2025-12-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Hoptimystic Brewery, 31 River Road, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Join Hoptimystic Brewing, Harborside Trading, Prospect Hill Antiques, and Sunapee Cellar & Pantry for a festive evening in Sunapee Harbor!

Shop around at Harborside Trading, Prospect Hill Antiques, and Sunapee Cellar & Pantry to create your holiday must-haves then swap places with your partner to finish the job. It’s the easiest win-win holiday shopping you’ll ever do!
While your partner shops, cozy up at Hoptimystic Brewing with a fresh pour and enjoy Fenton’s delicious winter menu. Plus, enjoy live music by Dave Graham from 5–8 PM to set the perfect holiday vibe.
We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!

Harborside Trading Holiday Sale Event
2025-12-13 10:00 - 20:00 | Harborside Trading
Harborside Trading’s second annual sale and clearance event to celebrate our appreciation for our amazing customers!

Sunapee CoffeeHouse - John Porcino
2025-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Lake Sunapee United Methodist Church, 9 Lower Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782
For 41 years, John has been bringing audiences the gifts of laughter and insight, leaving them with nourished minds and spirits. Kindled form the flickering flames of story, song, and music, his beloved programs are humorous, tender, foolish, joyful, hopeful sparks form the fire of life.
Performances are celebrations of story and song sparked to life with warmth, humor, a playful touch of audience participation, instruments from around the world and a message of caring for our planet and each other.
Much Johns training for his 40 years as a storyteller and singer arose while creating and participating in the zany and touching moments around a campfire. All of life, seen through a flickering fire light, surrounded by the magnificent beauty of our natural world. These days John gives some 150 performances and workshops each year for folks of all shapes and sizes. His publications include the book “Spinning Tales: Weaving Hope” and his newly released recording “A Heck of a Way to Stay Warm: Stories and Songs that Kindle Winter’s hidden light” . For John the arts are joyful pathways toward celebrating our common humanity and the legacy of life on our planet.

Christmas Barn Quilt Class at The Livery
2025-12-09 18:00 - 20:30 | The Livery, 58 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
Christmas Barn Quilt Class

by Sharon Parsons

Make your own Christmas barn quilt, choose from two designs. 15 x 15 inch to fit inside your home for the holiday or create a gift for someone special.

$75, all materials included.Limited to 15 participants.
Instructor: Sharon Parsons

REGISTER – CLICK HERE

Paint Night Fundraiser
2025-12-09 16:00 - 18:00 | The Blue Canoe, 71 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, United States
A fundraiser to benefit the Sunapee Food Pantry. With a donation, you can create your own oyster shell ornament.

Want More info??
Call us 1-603-414-3050
Email:
thebluecanoenh@gmail.com

Nature Exploration Story Time (NEST) - Waiting for Winter
2025-12-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Lake Sunapee Protective Association, 63 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
10:00 AM 11:00 AM
LSPA Center for Lake Studies (map)

Come join LSPA educators at the Center for Lake Studies to explore the natural world. Each Tuesday morning will be filled with hands on learning through sensory experiences, guided exploration, creative play, art, and music. LSPA’s story time is designed for young children and their caregivers. Come to one session or all – each program is organized around a different ecological theme. Come join the fun! This Tuesday morning we will be welcoming the change to the winter season!

Celtic Holiday Dinner & Concert
2025-12-05 18:00 | The Livery, 58 Main Street, Sunapee, NH, 03782-2925, United States
Raise the Roof for The Livery!
Join us for a Celtic Holiday Dinner & Concert like no other — where good food, great music, and giving back all come together under one mission: to raise the roof — literally — on The Livery!
Celebrate the season with neighbors and friends as we gather to support this beloved community space. Every note played and every bite shared brings us one shingle closer to a brand-new roof!
Let’s feast, sing, and raise the roof — for real!
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: Doors Open 6:00 pm – gather and enjoy some conversation & charcuterie
Dinner Served: 6:30 pm
Concert Begins: 7:30 pm
Menu:
Appetizer: Charcuterie Boards
Main Course: Shepherd’s Pie – Beef or Lentil
Side Dishes: Garden Salad, Homemade Biscuits
Dessert: Irish Apple Cake with Custard
Cheese Plate with a Variety of Cheeses
Drinks
Coffee/Tea/Water/BYOB (Beer & Wine Only)
Cost: $50/person
PURCHASE TICKETS – CLICK HERE
Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki
https://jordantwmusic.com/home
Bringing fresh energy to traditional Celtic music, Jordan is an award-winning New Hampshire-based fiddler/singer who has been performing professionally for over two decades. He has toured nationally with bands in various genres, performed across Ireland, and released multiple recordings of Celtic music that can be heard on radio stations in Ireland and Scotland as well as around New England. He is also an Emmy®-nominated composer who has written soundtracks for audiobooks and television and appeared as a guest on over 100 albums. His lifelong passion for history helps bring to life the traditional music around which he built his career.
Video of Auld Lang Syne – https://youtu.be/u8bqrgpKEL4?feature=shared
Jordan Covers Taylor Swift at The Livery = https://youtu.be/gRuUTKiRtII?feature=shared
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/jordantwtrio/
Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/Jordantwmusic/
Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0bHRVzELEfyNITMestOnAt
