Community Corner
🌱 Thinking of retiring nearby? See why Laconia tops this mountain-town list.
Spotted on the Laconia calendar: Dementia: Strategies for Care
What's up Laconia! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Thinking of retiring nearby? See why Laconia tops this mountain-town list.
- How many Winnipesaukee adventures can you reach from Laconia in a day?
Also on today's calendar: Dementia: Strategies for Care and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: A little morning rain, with a high of 79 and low of 61 degrees.
- Wednesday: Less humid with some sun, temps: high: 82, low: 64.
- Thursday: Some sun, with a high of 80 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• These 9 Quiet New Hampshire Mountain Communities Are Perfect For Affordable Retirement Living (myfamilytravels.com) — Laconia gets singled out as a top retirement choice, thanks to its mix of Lake Winnipesaukee shoreline, Belknap Range views, and services like Concord Hospital Laconia. The piece also compares eight other New Hampshire mountain towns, but emphasizes Laconia's boardwalk at Weirs Beach, quieter Ahern State Park, cultural venues, and varied housing options for budget-conscious retirees. 
• These 10 New Hampshire Activities Turn An Ordinary Trip Into An Adventure (myfamilytravels.com) — If you're in Laconia, this guide highlights Lake Winnipesaukee adventures from local boat rentals to the Funspot arcade at Weirs Beach, plus nearby state parks and trails. It also maps out day trips across New Hampshire, from the Cog Railway and Flume Gorge to Portsmouth and Littleton, giving Laconia residents plenty of realistic weekend escape ideas.
📸 Around Laconia
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Laconia
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- Laconia Kiwanis Club Meeting
Lakes Region Chamber Laconia Police Department Community Room 126 New Salem Street Laconia, NH 03246
6:00 pm - Advanced 3D Print It Discovery Camp →
Lakes Region Chamber The Children's Museum of New Hampshire 6 Washington Street Dover, NH 03820
8:30 am - Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Trails Open
Lakes Region Chamber Squam Lakes Natural Science Center PO Box 173 23 Science Center Road Holderness, NH 03245
9:30 am - Mount Washington Cruises on Lake Winnipesaukee
Lakes Region Chamber Ports include Weirs Beach, Wolfeboro, Meredith, Alton Bay and the winter home of the M/S Mount Washington in Center Harbor.
10:00 am - Little Sprouts at Moulton Farm
Lakes Region Chamber Moulton Farm 18 Quarry Road, Meredith NH 03253
10:30 am - "The Wonder of the Woods, Waters & Whites"
Lakes Region Chamber the lakes gallery at chi-lin 135 Eastman Road Laconia, New Hampshire
11:00 am - "A Secret Garden"
Lakes Region Chamber The Lakes Gallery 135 Eastman Road Laconia, NH 03246 Ten minutes from Laconia or Meredith
11:00 am - Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Bio Blitz: 60 Years of Discovery
Lakes Region Chamber Squam Lakes Natural Science Center 23 Science Center Road Holderness, NH 03245
11:30 am - Dementia: Strategies for Care →
Wolfeboro Public Library, 259 S Main St, Wolfeboro
10:00 am
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Tuesday August 25
📣 Laconia Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Smitty's $6 Movie Ticket Tuesday →
Lakes Region Chamber Smitty's Entertainment 630 West Main St in Tilton
9:00 am - Squam Lakes Natural Science Center Trails Open
Lakes Region Chamber Squam Lakes Natural Science Center PO Box 173 23 Science Center Road Holderness, NH 03245
9:30 am - Mount Washington Cruises on Lake Winnipesaukee
Lakes Region Chamber Ports include Weirs Beach, Wolfeboro, Meredith, Alton Bay and the winter home of the M/S Mount Washington in Center Harbor.
10:00 am - Fiber Arts Group
Lakes Region Chamber Belknap Mill 25 Beacon St E. Laconia, NH
10:00 am
Tuesday August 18
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Lakes Region Community Services posted a job opening for Direct Support Professionals- 2nd shift openings! in Laconia. Apply here.
- Path Resorts posted a job opening for Housekeeper - $500.00 Sign-on Bonus in Laconia. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Laconia here.
🗞 Nearby News
Meredith
- 11 New Hampshire Lake Towns Locals Say Have Lost Their Classic Summer Vibe (myfamilytravels.com)
- 11 Hole-In-The-Wall Pizzerias In New Hampshire That Feel Like Secret Pizza Gold (myfamilytravels.com)
Ok Laconia! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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