Joan Mirantz- Concord New Hampshire Realtor

                                                                                                   

  This is my absolute favorite time of the Summer! I can blissfully overindulge in antioxidents that taste great too...BLUEBERRIES.

There are several pick-your-own farms in the Concord, NH area so nimble up those fingers, slap on the sunscreen and plan on freezing enough to last through the chill of February.
 
You won't be sorry you did!
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BLUE MOON BERRY FARM
195 Waldron Hill Road,Warner NH                                                   
Tuesday-Saturday 8 to 8
Sunday 8 to 6 (456-3822)                                                                
                                                                                                  
ROSSVIEW FARM
84 District#5 Rd., Concord NH
call for times (228-4872)

AVALOCH FARM
Hardy Lane, Boscawen
Thursday thru Sunday 8 to 1
(290-7723)
                                                                                                        
APPLE HILL FARM
580 Mountain Rd.,Concord NH
Monday&Wednesday 7 to 12
Friday 4 to 7  (224-8862)

RUSSELL'S
289 Maple ST., Contoocook NH
Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 1 to 6
Saturday, Sunday 8 to 5 (746-3517)

 

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But don't trust Molly                                                                                                           

Wine Tour On A Sunday Afternoon

Believe it or not New Hampshire is up and coming in Wine Making circles. There are now nine winerys in the State. Most use locally grown , hardy grapes of variety's suited to our climate.

There are several Winery Tours promoted by the Tourism Bureau.

We decided to take the "Seacoast Area" Tour. Along with some friends (former clients). We also enlisted a friend of my son to act as chauffeur!

Nick-The Chauffeur The Gang

Our first stop was Flagg Hill Winery and Distillery on Route 155 in Lee, NH. Just about a half hour from Concord. It is just beautiful with fantastic grounds! They have become a favorite for Weddings and Special Functions and are booked through the Summer!

US Servers

Our server 's name was Emily. She was very knowledgeable on the wine variety's and explained each one. She also told us that they use primarily Steel Barrels (with a few exceptions) and their Grapes are Grown Locally. Flagg Hill also makes Vodka. They make it from apples. There is also a tasting of the Vodka and Liqueurs. The Cranberry Liqueur was fabulous I must admit!

Leaving Flagg Hill we headed South to South Hampton, NH. Jewell Towne Vineyards-New Hampshires Oldest Winery Jewell Towne straddles the MA/NH border. Extensive Vinyards.

The Rows are marked by the wine they produce!

The Tasting Room is charming. We were served by Peter Oldak. Peter is the owner and a winemaker. He is also the President of the NH Winemakers Association.

Jewell Towne uses primarily French Oak Barrels...there was a distinct difference in the taste of the wines!

Jewell Towne has won over 100 Medals in National and International cometitions.

Our last stop was Zorvino Vineyards- Main St.,Sandown NH

Zorvino is the youngest of the three. They are in their second year of producing wine. It can take a vine 5-6 years to reach maturity for use.They use local grapes and grapes imported from other winemaking regions. Zorvino's has an ambitious function schedule and offers many interesting tastings and dinners that are open to the public. Be sure to check it out!

Our servers were Stephanie, Emily and Laura. They were eager to answer our questions.

This is a delightful way to spend a Sunday Summer Afternoon. We are hoping to go again this Fall and will try the Merrimack Valley Region Tour..the scenery should be outstanding!

A little happier and... None The Worse For Wear!

Concord New Hampshire Realtor Area Information

Are you looking to re-locate? Want to have access to great services but still looking for a touch of the Great Outdoors? Well Concord NH is the place for you!

No matter where you live in Concord you are only minutes away from Shopping, Museums, Restaurants, Theater and........... WILDLIFE

Enjoying an afternoon snack...while you have the full Nature Experience!

Look At That face!

Ahh...Concord NH....now that's City Livin!

(In your own back yard)

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Concord NH Realtor Local Information

Anyone who has sought a loan recently, whether it be for a home, car or new business etc., knows how important Credit Score has become. It is now, arguably, the primary indicator of whether you get your desired loan and how much you pay for it!

People's credit score are affected by many outside influences....job loss, unexpected emergencys, health care and prescription costs. Gasoline and heating/cooling costs can all affect ones ability to pay....a major factor influencing a Credit Score.

If your Credit Score is responsible for holding you back....here are some steps you can take to repair it. Repairs won't happen overnite and there's no easy fix...but it can be done!

#1- Pull your credit report and check it for accuracy. Everyone is entitled to one FREE! Any incorrect information needs to be corrected, in writing, with all three Reporting Agencys (Experian, Eqifax, TransUnion )

#2- Work out a Budget to pinpoint where your money is being spent and where you can cut back.

#3- Seek help from a Credit Counseling Service (in Concord- Consumer Credit Counseling Service) It should be:

1. a non-profit, run by trustees
2. certified counselors, not paid on a commission and licensed according to State Law
3. shouldn't have to pay a large amount "upfront"
4. size of debt shouldn't be a qualification

#4- Pay your bills on time. A consistant pattern of timely payments will repair your credit the fastest

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11th ANNUAL INVITATIONAL OUTDOOR SCULPTURE EXHIBIT~June 22nd - October 19th, 2008

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Last year I did a post about what has turned out to be one of my favorite Concord Hidden Treasures, the Mill Brook Gallery & Sculpture Gardens. Their new exhibit will be on display from June 22 - October 19. There will be an Opening Reception on Sunday June 22 from 2-4, with music by Dane Olson.

Featured Artists:

David Borrus (MA), Aaron T.Brown (NH), Joseph DeRobertis (NH), Peter Diepenbrock (RI), Gintz Grinbergs (MA),Michael Guadagno (MA), Mike Hansel (RI)
Al Jaeger (NH),Patrick Johnson (VT),John Lacz (NH),Robert Leming (NC)
Rob Lorenson (MA),Madeleine Lord (MA),Stanley Marcus (MA),Robert Markey (VT)
John Matusz (VT),Andy Moerlein (NH),Kerry Mullen (MA),Matthew Newman (MA),Derek Riley (RI)
Peggy Rodriguez (VT),Beverly Benson Seaman (MA),Bob Shannahan (NH),Joy Raskin (NH)
Karl Saltier (CT),Joe Wheaton (MA),John Weidman (NH)

For those of you who have been following the saga of "Boy with a Turtle" by Beverly Benson Seaman....he is on display at the Gallery until his fate is resolved!

This outdoor exhibit is a delightful way, for the entire family, to spend an afternoon!

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