
It was a great Labor Day weekend here in the White Mountains with lots of great activities. My family took in a few events, including the
Lancaster Fair. But once a summer, we make it out to the town of
Bethlehem to visit their summer concerts. We happened to make it Sunday night, to the last concert of the season. These outdoor concerts take place on the
What a sight, my mother said he was so kid friendly and I guess - there were children everywhere in front of him dancing away…adults were dancing also! Mark put on a great show -see
some of his photos
here! He has an excellent voice (obviously to be up there performing) and he had a great stage presence. He had a bubble machine creating some ambiance, he has a group of dancers, and a hula-hoop contest for those who want to participate. Every year I am astounded how many people come to these concerts in Bethlehem, and the other night was no different. It was crowded. I enjoyed seeing so many people who are proud to call the White Mountains home, but I enjoyed watching people who were traveling through on Route 302 pull over and sit down on the lawn.Main Street, overlooking the mountains on a great green space they have in the downtown. The performer was
Mark Shelton, and he did a whole bunch of 50s and 60s music.
These free concerts happen every Sunday through the summer, and I'm sure they are booking entertainment for next year. I had a great time seeing the families who walked to the concert from their home, and the rest of us who traveled in from nearby towns. The American Flag hung proudly from the gazebo, the mountain views were just behind. I loved watching the kids and adults dancing. And I can't hide my pride when I saw I'm proud to live in the North Country of New Hampshire. Where else does everyone know your name, and if they don't they ask where you are from. Where else can you see kids and adults dancing together on the green grass on a town common? Well, ok, I know there are other places that have similar concerts, but here in the White Mountains - I think its all pretty special. Check it out next year, you'll see why so many of us make
Bethlehem NH and the White Mountains our home!
If you have ever thought about living in Bethlehem NH, we do have some great homes for sale in this beautiful town. Here are just a few:
This one is just a few miles from the downtown, yet in the country on 20 acres.
And this condois located at the Village of Maplewood, just a mile from the Free Summer Concerts in Bethlehem! A short commute for great entertainment!