The Resort Insider
The Visit Waterville Valley Resort Insider is updated on a weekly basis to keep you informed and up to date with everything happening around Waterville Valley. From events and activities to deals and specials, make sure you check the Resort Insider so you don’t miss out anything happening in town!
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
LOCAL BUSINESS HOURS OF OPERATION
COMMUNITY NEWS
Mr. Pickles
Jugtown Country Store is known for a lot of things … its amazing selection of staple groceries, specialty foods and beverages, coffee, bakery and lunch specials … and Mr. Pickles the shop cat. Mr. Pickles has been very ill and recently underwent an extensive and expensive life-saving surgery. In Waterville Valley fashion, our community rallied to help. As I’m writing this, 89 people have donated $6,350 to a GoFundMe to help cover the cost of surgery and post-op recovery for Mr. Pickles. Mr. P is home now, resting and recovering. The Jugtown crew sends love, purrs and thanks to all of Mr. P’s fans and supporters.
Handrails
Handrails being installed along the walkway from Golden Eagle Lodge to Town Square. Thank you Golden Eagle Lodge!
Alpine Advent Holiday Market
Waterville Valley’s Town Square is going to be transformed into a European-inspired Christmas Market. Twelve custom wooden chalets will showcase New Hampshire artisans, holiday food and drink, and festive experiences for all ages. Alpine Advent will be open from Nov. 28-Dec. 31, Fridays: 4-8 p.m., Saturdays: 12-8 p.m., and Sundays: 12-6 p.m. (daily Christmas week). Get the details at alpineadvent.com.
Cold Turkey Plunge
The plunge countdown is on! In just 17 days, the Grand Gobbler will lead his flock of fine feathered friends as they take the plunge into Corcoran Pond on Saturday, Nov. 29. They will be freezin’ for a reason as the fundraiser will benefit Waterville Valley Adaptive Sports. Learn more and register online at bit.ly/waterville-plunge. Even if you don’t want to take a chilly dip yourself, you can donate to another plunger. Spectators are encouraged!
Santa Visits
Stick around Town Square after the Cold Turkey Plunge. Santa will arrive bearing gifts and candy for children. He’ll settle in at the Adventure Center from 3:30-7 p.m. At 7 p.m., Santa will light the Christmas tree and then there will be a festive fireworks show above Corcoran Pond.
Shop Local
Snow is falling and I am getting excited for the holidays. I recently did a pre-Christmas scouting of Town Square shops – Dreams & Visions, Clever Critter, 1829/Sport Thoma, Bookmonger, Toad Hall and Jugtown. I’m reminded once again that our local shops have something for everyone on your gift giving list (and your own wish list). While it’s easy to let your fingers do the shopping, shopping small and local will get you feeling festive way better than surfing the web. Shopping small and local supports the Waterville Valley economy by keeping money in our community (rather than in Jeff Bezos’s pocket). It creates and sustains jobs, provides unique products, and offers you personalized customer service. I think we all agree that we love our picture-perfect little town. Let’s help our community thrive by shopping, dining and playing right here in Waterville Valley!
Van Trip Holderness School
On Saturday, Nov. 15, the Recreation Department van will head to Holderness School for the fall play, “4 Exes and 1 Groom.” The van will depart from WVRD at 5:30 p.m., giving you time to grab dinner in Plymouth before the show. Admission to the performance is free. The van will return to WVRD by 10 p.m. $10 per person; $5 for WVRD members. Reserve performance tickets at bit.ly/47PrDDQ. Reserve your spot by calling 603-236-4695.
Current Events Discussion
All are invited to join in the conversation at Current Events Discussion Group on Saturday, Nov. 15, starting at 5 p.m., at the Osceola Library. This month’s topic is Trans Rights: How does the biology behind sexual differentiation, sexual orientation and gender identity inform the discussion? Current Events Discussion Group is hosted by the Rey Cultural Center. All are welcome and there’s no charge to participate. Try and read the article, “How the War Over Trans Athletes Tore a Volleyball Team Apart” by Jason Zengerle (Google it as I couldn’t include a link).
Thursday Field Trip
The Recreation Department van will be heading to Shaker Village in Canterbury on Thursday, Nov. 20. The van departs Waterville at 9 a.m. and returns by 2 p.m. Pack a picnic lunch. Reserve your spot! 603-236-4695
Sunday Hike
This Sunday, Nov. 16, enjoy a guided hike up Frankenstein Cliffs and Arethusa Falls. This is a 5.3-mile hike ascending 1670 feet. Meet at the Recreation Department by 8:15 a.m. for transport to the trailhead. The van will return to Waterville by 4 p.m. $20 per person; $5 per WVRD member. Space is limited; call 603-236-4695 to secure your spot.
Intro to Track & Field
Kids ages 3-10 are invited to learn about track and field on Sunday, Nov. 16, from 4-5 p.m. at the Recreation Department gymnasium. Bring appropriate footwear, water bottle and a snack. Admission is FREE and open to all, and no pre-registration is necessary.
Community Dinner
The Waterville Valley Elementary School PTO’s annual harvest dinner will have an Italian theme this year. Bring your friends, family and neighbors to the Recreation Department on Wednesday, Nov. 19, from 6-8 p.m. for a delicious meal prepared by Coyote Grill. Order a take-home pumpkin or s’more pie for $15. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/waterville-supper.
Learn Pickleball
The Recreation Department is offering a Learn to Play Pickleball class on Monday, Nov. 17, from 4-5 p.m. $35 per person; $25 for WVRD members. Space is very limited. Pre-registration is required. 603-236-4695
Snowman Needle Felting Workshop
Bring the holiday magic to life on Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 6-8 p.m., at Kalki Indian Cuisine (located in the Snowy Owl Inn). Sip, nosh, laugh and create your own needle felted snowman. Sign up at bit.ly/waterville-craft-11-18.
Letters to Santa
Santa’s elves are scheduled to deliver a North Pole mailbox to the Recreation Department on Friday, Nov. 21. Drop off letters to Santa through Wednesday, Dec. 10. Make sure you include your return address!
Tree & Wreath Sale
Alpine Advent will be selling holiday trees and wreaths at the Christmas market starting on Friday, Nov. 28. You can even have your tree and wreath delivered on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 6. Get the details and order online at bit.ly/3WWBfHZ. All proceeds support the Waterville Valley Elementary School students and PTO.
GOT NEWS? Shoot me an email at jstearns@waterville.com.
Information contained herein is subject to change, error or omission. Some activities may have rain locations. Check social media and/or onsite signage for notifications.