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21st, with a portion of proceeds supporting The Bridge House, which serves the homeless and veterans.
Janice Snyder’s rooted life extends to active community service. She serves on Bristol’s Community Events Com- mittee with a commitment to bring the community together, fostering local pride, and cre- ating a connectedness among residents. The altruistic energy Janice invests in Bristol is like- wise expended in the little shop “Stay Rooted” on Bristol’s Lake Street. The inventory generates a synergy of discovery that in- spires people to appreciate what is and can be created, either individually or in concert with others. A leisurely exploration of “Stay Rooted” can awaken in each visitor new insights into his or her own “inside story.”
elry, stickers, pottery, “ethical chocolates”, unique beverages such as Joe’s Maple Rhubarb and Kombucha as well as other small batch local food products. Perhaps most interesting are the “lightning art” examples by an Alexandria, NH resident. (The composing technique uses high-voltage electricity to cut web or fern-like designs in wood.) Other products include cards, cups, and many sachets of intriguing ingredients. A spe- cial place is set aside for works created by Stacy “Fig” Lucas, a mentor and inspiration in Jan- ice Snyder’s creative journey, and the owner of her own shop, “Fig Tree North” in North Woodstock, New Hampshire.
Janice grew up in South- ern New Hampshire and has long been drawn to creativity and community. In 2022, she and her family decided to put
down roots in Bristol, choos- ing a slower pace of life and a place that aligned with their values. Today, she balances life as a mother, artist, and entre- preneur through her work at Stay Rooted and with Big Love Markets, both of which reflect her vision of fostering creativity and connection in the commu- nity.
Not long after moving to Bristol, Janice met Stacey “Fig” Lucas while vending her own cement creations at an art mar- ket in Holderness, NH. The two quickly discovered their com- plementary skills and shared vision for bringing makers and neighbors together. Janice cred- its Fig’s inspiring mentorship as a key part of Big Love Markets’ growth. Their next event will take place in Ashland at Fig Tree Gallery on September
CARDIGAN MOUNTAIN ORCHARD
WINTER PLOW BID REQUEST
For 2025/2026 Season
Whip-O-Will Hill Village Cooperative Inc. in Plymouth is accepting bids to maintain 1.7 miles of paved, 2 short gravel roads, and an additional short dirt road off of route 3 near our well and solar panels. Whip-O-Will must be your priority for plowing and sanding. Roads need to be plowed and sanded to maintain an acceptable level of safety for our residents after a 2" snowfall or as conditions require. Push back snow so roads are passable at all times throughout the park including the entrance that abuts Route 25/3. Limited salt use is preferred. We are open to a multiple year bid. Please come take a look at our community before bidding. Bid deadline September 12, 2025.
Bids can be mailed to: Whip-O-Will, Plow Bids
PO Box 715,Plymouth, NH 03264
Email: jessicaking263@gmail.com or frustratedkc01@gmail.com if you have questions.
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Soap Products
• HERBAL SPRAYS - Bugs Away &Ticks Away
• Local Maple Syrup and Honey • Herbal Teas and Bees Wax Candles
603-744-6688 • www.cardiganmountain.com 464 Mt. Cardigan Rd, Alexandria
Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11am-4pm
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Open Everyday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. 603.744.2248
1540 MT CARDIGAN RD, ALEXANDRIA
Apples, Pies, Donuts, Apple Butter, and other Locally Made Products Available
603.744.0303
231 LAKE ST, BRISTOL September - December Wednesday-Saturday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
www.cardiganmtnorchard.com