January 22nd, 2012 by donnanandersen
Breakfast on the Connecticut
In a recent article from HotelMarketing.com a survey asked travelers about their favorite in-room amenities. According to the article, 38% of travelers reported that free WI-FI played a must role in deciding where to stay, 35% rated it as a simple amenity they wanted to see in more hotels and 31% wished it would become the standard in all hotels in 2012. Consider a better way to stay – more than 93% of inns and B&Bs offer WI-FI according to the Industry Study of Operations and Finance by PAII (Professional Association of Innkeepers International) and more than 90% offer it for free. Add to this that an even higher rate – 97% of inns and B&Bs – offer a complimentary breakfast included in the room rate. Travelers are seeking more bang for their buck and they definitely want to depend on staying plugged in when they travel. Here at Breakfast on the Connecticut we offer a full country breakfast, very strong free WI-FI and great cell phone service as part of our room rate. Next time you are choosing where to stay, with free WI-FI and breakfast, consider an inn or B&B as the “Better Way To Stay”. And if you are coming to the Dartmouth College/Hanover/Lyme, NH area, Breakfast on the Connecticut is the “Better Way To Stay”.
Tags: Better Way To Stay, Breakfast on the Connecticut, Dartmouth, Hanover Chamber of Commerce, Lyme NH, PAII
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January 18th, 2012 by donnanandersen
100 Anniversary Dartmouth Winter Carnival Sculpture - The Cat In The Hat, Dr. Seuss
From February 9 – 11, 2012 Dartmouth will host its Winter Carnival. Held since 1911, this winter fun time was ranked 6th in the world by National Geographic Traveler. You can support Dartmouth’s ski teams at both the Dartmouth Skiway and the Oak Hill Ski Touring Center on February 10 & 11. You can take a tour of the Baker Hill Library Bell Tower on February 11 & 12. You can combine those activities with concerts, great food from local eateries, a tour at the Hood Museum and a visit to the Green where an enormous snow and ice sculpture awaits. And then there is the Occum Pond Party on Saturday, February 11 from 12 noon to 3 pm. Don’t miss this part of the winter bash with games, food, music and sleigh rides for all ages – the only prerequisite is to be young at heart! Only 7 miles from the Dartmouth Skiway, Breakfast on the Connecticut is right in the thick of some of the best competitive collegiate skiing. Come back in the late afternoon for hot chocolate and goodies while you get ready for the evening’s fun. To enjoy winter you must find a way to play in it – here is your chance at Dartmouth’s Winter Carnival, 2012!
Tags: Dartmouth Skiway, Dartmouth Winter Carnival 2012, Occum Pond Party 2012
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January 6th, 2012 by donnanandersen
The Walking Trails At The Fells in Summer
Although The Fells Main House is closed for the season, there is another world to explore during the winter. The ground is frozen, many of the bushes wrapped to ward off the nibbling deer and the fountains are drained. But if you stand quietly amid the frozen gardens you will be aware of new sights and sounds. Be dazzled by the many colors of the winter Heather Bed, listen to the music of the rustling foliage & observe the winter birds including cardinals. The trails are easily accessible and the grounds are open for self-touring, dawn to dusk every day. You can hike, snowshoe or Nordic ski – conditions permitting. Or attend one of the following activities:
January 14, 2012 Saturday 1-2:30 pm
Trail Walk: Snowshoeing (or Winter Hiking) and Winter Tree Identification
Join veteran trail walk leaders Dave and Fay Barden for a snowshoeing or hiking trek along the trails at The Fells. Eduvcation Director, Michael Caduto, will point out tips for identifying trees in the winter. Free,
February, 26 2012 Sunday 1 – 2:00 pm
Family Snowshoe Walk: Animals In Winter
Bring your snowshoes and join Kathleen Stowell, Education Director of the Lake Sunapee Protective Association, as she leads a winter walk on the grounds of The Fells. Members free, nonmembers $5 per family.
There is another world to explore when you embrace winter and find a away to play in it! Stay at Breakfast on the Connecticut and we will show you how!
Tags: Lake Sunapee Activities, The Fells, Winter At The Fells
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January 6th, 2012 by donnanandersen
Northern Stage 2011 - 2012 Season
I have had the privilege of attending many shows in NYC’s Broadway and Hartford’s, Bushnell but last night I had the opportunity to view a real local treat. Northern Stage brought the musical “Annie” to real life on its stage at the Briggs Opera House in White River Junction. We are all familiar with the setting; 1933; the music, “It’s the Hard Knock Life”, “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” and of course, “Tomorrow”; and the story of Little Orphan Annie & Daddy Warbucks. What was so special is the intimacy of the theater – there is not a bad seat in the house and what’s more you feel you are part of what is happening on stage. Add to that the quality of the equity performers from NYC and, in this case, the local talent and you have a recipe for a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Lyme can even boast a rising star in Margaret Finley, a fifth grader, who played Annie. The run for Annie will end on January 8, 2012 but never fear Northern Stage has an incredible line-up during its season:
Les Liasons Dangereuses
January 18 – February 5, 2012
M. Butterfly
February 15 – March 4, 2012
Red
March 14 – April 1, 2012
Chicago
April 11 – May 6, 2012
What a wonderful night out – eat at the Tip Top Cafe, attend a Northern Stage production, stay the night at Breakfast on the Connecticut and have a wonderful breakfast the next morning.
Tags: Briggs Opera House, Northern Stage, Theater in the Upper Valley, Theater in Vermont
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November 23rd, 2011 by donnanandersen
University of Georgia Bullgogs - University Food Services - "A Sunset Breakfast"
On October 13, 2011 the University of Georgia hosted a special event for their meal plan and community guests. It was called “A Sunset Breakfast – Dawn Inspired Dishes Served at Dusk” and was planned to give their students the dining experience of breakfast at Bed and Breakfast establishments throughout the United States. The menu featured 21 recipes from prominent B&B locations including Apple Cheddar Bread Pudding from Breakfast on the Connecticut. My recipe was adapted by the University’s chefs and food production teams in order to serve the 8700 students who dine there daily. The amount of ingredients used was staggering including 13 cases of apples, 317 loaves of bread, 67 gallons of maple syrup, and 181 pounds of cheddar cheese, just to name a few. I am so glad I do not have to fed those numbers on a daily basis and I commend the University of Georgia Food Services team.
Tags: A Sunset Breakfast - University of Georgia, Apple Cheddar Bread Pudding, Breakfast Dishes, University of Georgia Food Services
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November 8th, 2011 by donnanandersen
Long River Studios Celebrates 20 Years
Located on Main Street in Lyme, NH, Long River Studios sits filled with the creative offerings of local artists & crafters. A volunteer-run cooperative, Long River was formed in 1991 to try to connect local artists & crafters with the local community and help them make a living. Currently, Long River represents 75 artists and crafts people from a wide sampling of medium. Within its walls, you will find sculpture, photography, jewelry, needlework, painting and basketry just to highlight a few. Long River Studios is open year round and hosts three annual exhibits. Long River Studios is one of the focal points for the village of Lyme and once though its doors you get a feel for the New Hampshire region known as the Upper Valley. If you stay at Breakfast on the Connecticut stop by Long River and pick up that one of a kind holiday gift.
Tags: Long River Studios, Lyme NH, Upper Valley Artists, Upper Valley Crafts
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November 5th, 2011 by donnanandersen
The Dartmouth Aires At The Sing Off on NBC
Dartmouth College’s oldest a cappella group, the Dartmouth Aires were founded in 1946 as an offshoot of the Glee Club. In the 1970s they broke away from the Glee Club and became an established independent college landmark. They usually have 16 members but that may vary from term to term. They arrange their own music and their membership pick their own songs based on the group’s tastes. They were chosen as one of the 16 a capella groups to compete in 2011 NBC’s The Sing Off. To date, they are a member of the final 6 remaining teams and I can see why. They bring an energy to the competition that is amazing and a choice of music that is brilliant. To date, they have performed tunes such as Higher Ground by Stevie Wonder and Pinball Wizard from the rock opera Tommy. But last week’s performance of a Dartmouth Aires Sing A Queen Medley was truly electrifying! So tune in on Monday night for The Sing Off on NBC at 8 pm – you will not be disappointed!
Tags: A Cappella Group at Dartmouth, Dartmouth Aires, Dartmouth College
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September 10th, 2011 by donnanandersen
Smarts Mountain
It has been called a “hockey stick hike” with a long gradual walk followed by a short steep uphill. It is an easy day trip, or a multi-day stay for backpackers on the Appalachian Trail. You don’t have to be a long-distance hiker to enjoy Smarts Mountain and it all starts in Lyme, NH. From the center of Lyme, follow the signs for the Dartmouth Skiway to the east. Just before the Skiway take the left branch which is Dorchester Road. A small parking lot is on the left, just before the iron bridge over Grant Brook. Orange signs mark the trailhead. From the parking lot you have a choice, the Ranger Trail or the Lambert Ridge Trail (the present Appalachian Trail route). Both get to the same spot in 3 miles and then climb together the last .6 mile to the summit. The views into the Upper Valley and out to the White Mountains from the summit of Smarts Mountain are stunning. And what better time to hike than in the fall – Mother Nature’s patchwork quilt will be laid out for you in all its glory. Stay at Breakfast on the Connecticut and we will direct you to the trailhead – give us enough advance notice and we can pack a picnic lunch for you.
Tags: Hiking in the Upper Valley, Lambert Ridge Trail, Smarts Mountain
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August 30th, 2011 by donnanandersen
Tunbridge World's Fair, Tunbridge VT - September 15 - 18, 2011
The Tunbridge World’s Fair has run continuously since 1867 except in 1918 due to the great flu epidemic and during World War II. This year the Fair will be held September 15 to 18, Thurs. & Fri. from 8 am – 9 pm, Sat. 8 am – 10 pm and Sun. 11 am – 6 pm. As a family venue this couldn’t be better. It is for all ages and interest located in a charming valley. The Fair is a blend of active livestock shows, beautiful farm animals, competitive harvest and craft exhibits, motorized pulling, free entertainment, an expanded midway and a superb Antique Museum with live enactors. Together the fairgrounds and the village of Tunbridge form a designated Historic District. The Tunbridge World’s Fair is a Top Ten 2011 Fall Event. Cost: Thurs. $8, Fri. $10, Sat $12, Sun $10. There is no better place to sample a candied apple, share fried dough and watch the horse pulling contests. Look in awe at what our young 4 H boys and girls grow in their gardens – envy their green thumbs. Stay at Breakfast on the Connecticut and enjoy, at least once in your life a true American treasure, a country fair.
Tags: Country Fair VT, To Ten 2011 Fall Event, Tunbridge VT, Tunbridge World's Fair
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August 30th, 2011 by donnanandersen
Glory Days of the Railroad - White River Junction, VT September 10, 2011
The 19th annual Glory Days Festival will take place in White River Junction, Vermont, Saturday, September 10th, 9 am – 5 pm, rain or shine. This is a family-oriented, fun-filled, day-long celebration of railroading – past, present and future. The Glory Days Festival was chosen as one of the Top 10 Fall Events for 2011. There are train excursions, mini-train rides, carnival games and food, children’s entertainment, main stage entertainment, crafters, a pancake breakfast and a model railroad show and displays. You can enjoy the Glory Days Excursion Train and a ride along the Connecticut River for only $10 per person with 2 and under riding for free. Stay at Breakfast on the Connecticut and enjoy a truly family fun filled day celebrating our railroads – ALL ABOARD!!
Tags: Glory Days of the Railroad, Top 10 Fall Events in VT, White River Flyer, White River Junction Vermont Activities
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6th Annual Secret Gardens of Corinth and Topsham
Upper Valley's Greensboro Ridge Natural Area
Take A Tour Of Lyme Center, NH