Annual Salute to Freedom at Bretton Woods

Friday July 5, 2019

9:00am  
Traditional Storytelling with Michael Kennedy  
Enjoy a combination of Irish, English, Scottish and American music and song performed by Michael Kennedy. Relax and listen to traditional stories from around the world.  
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12:00pm  
Family Wiffle Ball Game  
“For its one, two, three strikes you’re out at the old ball game”! Gather the family for an afternoon of competition and fun!  
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2:00pm 
Movie Matinee 
Take a break from your adventurous day and relax with the family as you watch a film in our beautiful historic hotel. 
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4:30pm  
Sweet Social: Cookie Decorating 
Combine your sweet tooth and creativity and join us for an afternoon of cookie decorating. Red, white, and blue frosting and tasty toppings to make your cookie sparkle! $5 per cookie, limited supplies. 
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5:00pm & 5:30pm 
Children’s Planetarium Program  
Join Carthage College professor of physics and astronomy Douglas Arion for an adventure into the wonders of the Universe in the planetarium! See the sky and explore the beautiful patterns of stars we see at night. There will be two entry times, one at 5:00pm and another at 5:30pm, space is limited. 
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6:30pm 
Wildlife Encounters  
Globe trot jungles, deserts and mountains as we meet and learn about some of the world’s most amazing animals. Explore their habitats; learn what they eat and where they come from. Get up close and personal with these exotic creatures, get acquainted with their keepers and learn what it takes to maintain their happiness. 
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8:00pm  
Stargazing and Lecture  
Dr. Douglas Arion, Director of the Carthage Institute of Astronomy and Professor of Physics and Astronomy, will give a presentation on the intricate and fascinating connections between life on Earth and the history and phenomena of the Universe around us. Learn about the amazing sequence of events that led to the formation of the solar system and the Earth, and how we have come to understand what we are and why we are here. Following the presentation, weather permitting, there will be observing through telescopes.  
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9:00pm  
Evening Movie  
Lounge around after an adventurous day. Get cozy as you watch a movie that the whole family will enjoy. 
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Saturday July 6, 2019

8:00am 
Star Spangled Blast and Dash  
This is a 5k course that you can walk or run as your favorite fans cheer you on. Bring your spirit and show your pride with an outrageous red, white and blue outfit!  
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9:00am  
Lindsay and Her Puppet Pals – “Larger Than Life Variety Show” 
Lindsay brings her larger than life Puppet Pals to children and family audiences across New England. Filled with silliness, audience engagement, and unique memorable characters, this series of charming short stories will delight the young and the young at heart! 
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11:30am 
Annual Rubber Duck Race 
Our annual rubber duck race has become a must see event at the Omni Mount Washington Resort. Join us as we release hundreds of ducks into the Ammonoosuc River. Will your duck paddle its way to the finish line first? Sign ups will start at 11am at the Princess Bridge where you can choose from an assortment of themed ducks. The ducks will be dropped in the river promptly at 11:30am.  
Princess Bridge/Ammonoosuc River 
 
1:00pm  
Battle of Wettysburg  
Pick a side and try and stay dry in this Civil War themed water balloon fight. Who will win the battle and rule the Resort grounds! The balloon fight will begin promptly at 1:00pm. We ask participants to arrive on the Ammonoosuc lawn to decide teams by 12:45pm.  
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2:00pm 
Lawn Bingo 
Can you get five in a row and shout “BINGO!” A sweet treat for all the winners! 
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4:30pm 
Sweet Social: DIY Ice Cream Sandwiches 
It’s as easy as pie… or in this case ice cream sandwiches! Select your cookie and ice cream flavor and then have some red, white and blue fun with unlimited toppings. Smoosh this sugary treat together to create the perfect afternoon sweet pick me up!  
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4:30pm  
Family Style Mountain Yoga 
Family yoga is a fun, joyful, and peaceful way to move together mindfully. Family yoga begins with thoughtfully tuning in, followed by a fun, mindful, playful and meditative practice that included partner poses and group poses. All levels are welcome. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the Activities Concierge desk at 603-278-8989. $25 per person. 
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5:00-9:30pm  
Star Spangled Spectacular at Bretton Woods 
Join us for our annual Independence Day celebration at the Bretton Woods Ski Area, with family friendly activities, live entertainment, plenty of delicious food and our famous fireworks display. Please bring your preferred seating as tables will be limited. Gates open at 5:00pm and a $5 donation per carload will be collected for the Twin Mountain/Bretton Woods Chamber of Commerce and White Mountains Regional High School JROTC. Be sure to arrive early to find the perfect viewing spot! Visit brettonwoods.com/july for the full schedule of events.
Bretton Woods Ski Area

6:00pm 
Family Feud 
On your mark! Let’s start the Family Feud! Play the fast-paced survey game based on the hit game show! Survey says… you and your family will have a BLAST! 
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7:30pm  
S’mores and Singing by the Fire with Mark Dionne  
Gooey marshmallows, melted chocolate, crunchy graham crackers, and plenty of laughs are to be had by the fire. Enjoy a sing-along to classic campfire songs that will bring back the memories of summer camp.   
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8:00pm  
Art in the White Mountains