TOWNSEND — On Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 17 and 18, the air was brisk, the leaves had a hint of red and gold, and folks were buying homemade fudge, juicy burgers and handcrafted items, and art from the area’s talented crafters.

As a line formed at the food table, George McFarland of the Townsend Community Couples Club (TCCC) was working over a giant grill, happily flipping burgers, giant sausages — with a nearby frying pan of sautéed onions and peppers — and blistering hot dogs. “This is a lot of fun,” he said. “This year we thought we would take care of the food and partner with the Townsend Historical Society in this venture. As you can see from the bake sale table, the ladies have really produced some fantastic sweets.”

Stephen Cloutier was playing sous chef to George’s chef and they were filling orders as fast as they could. Everything smelled delicious. Everything tasted delicious, too, according to the Bell family from Leominster. “We were going to Nashua for a restaurant lunch, Lori Bell said between bites of her cheeseburger. “But we saw this and stopped here instead.” Nine-year old Spencer Bell chimed in: “I told my dad to forget the restaurant,” he exclaimed, while dad, Peter, smiled and said, “I’m glad we did.”

Cheryl Cloutier was working the bake-sale table along with Charlene McFarland, Sharon Cahill, Nancy Lee, and Melanie Quellette, and the fresh baked fragrance of key lime cupcakes, blond brownies, and Fannie Farmer pound cake filled the air.

“The TCCC has been around since 1947,” Cheryl explained, “And we do town projects and try to provide at least one $500 scholarship each year. This past year we all painted the gristmill at Townsend Harbor and recently cleaned all the memorials throughout the town. we have a great bunch of folks and always have a wonderful time.”

The fair attracted vendors from around the area, including southern new Hampshire. The talented Winchester siblings were there, and Stephen Winchester from Center Barnstead in new Hampshire held court from his handmade plank chair, surrounded by painstakingly created Adirondack styled mirrors, coat racks, tables and chairs. “I’ve been doing rustic furniture for about 20 years, he admitted,. “It’s a passion and pleasure to work with natural things.”

In the booth next door, Liz Winchester-Larson, from Keene, N.H., displayed her delicate drawings made with colored pencils. Children looked on as she sketched pale green leaves on her giant pad and their realistic shapes showcased her talent. next to her display was here sister, Harriet Winchester, from Nashua, who sat near her display of marvelous pastels and oil paintings, whose soft colors and realistic landscapes showed a lifetime of skill honed to a master’s level.

Birthday Adventures from Shrewsbury turned out to be a new venture of virtuoso costume makers Jenny Brown and Kim Friedman. Their creative costumes are designed for children’s birthday parties and of course Halloween. Their sewing and creative talents include costumes from the Wild Wild West, a Royal Affair for princesses, Safari expeditions, pirates, fairies and of course, superheroes. not only do these moms make the costumes to order (in the right size), they provide a completely themed birthday party package if desired. birthdayadventures.etsy.com

The Victorian Lady hails from Lunenburg and her giant wooden witch, pumpkins and colorful silk floral displays always bring her fans and customers to this event. Carol Koski-Krauss bills her shop as the most romantic shop in new England, so fall in love and contact her at 978-582-9404.

Ashley Gauffin teaches art in the Lexington school system, and this talented artist specializes in watercolors of nature. Her eye-catching booth drew people of every age and her paint-spattered apron provides the credibility of this hands-on passionate artist and educator. Contact her at .

Lunenburg’s Judy Hanks hand-carves amazing leather accessories, all available with initials or names. these are gifts to treasure for a lifetime. Contact her at 978-582-6903.

<a href="http://www.nashobapublishing.com/townsend_news/ci_19011280tag:news.google.com,2005:cluster=http://www.nashobapublishing.com/townsend_news/ci_19011280Fri, 30 Sep 2011 18:23:08 GMT”>Fair marks 30 years

Fairline Boats is launching the all-new Squadron 50 flybridge motor yacht at the PSP Southampton Boat show. With its cleverly designed interior layout arrangement, the three cabin, two en-suite Squadron 50 flybridge motor yacht provides an unsurpassed amount of living space in its class.The Fairline range is distributed in Ireland by BJ Marine.

Owners of the Squadron 50 will have a master cabin the size that would normally be expected on a yacht of 60ft plus. Panoramic hull windows and overhead glazing add natural light into the cabin, further contributing to the feeling of spaciousness. The two additional twin cabins comprise two beds which can be converted to doubles. an optional fourth-crew cabin with feature window is also available and is easily accessed from the cockpit, even when underway. Fairline’s design trend towards spacious and light-filled living areas continues into the large saloon with its huge panoramic windows, available with optional powered opening section. A first on a Fairline motor yacht, the galley is positioned aft in the saloon, allowing easy access for al fresco dining in the sociable cockpit area.

The glass patio door features an optional opening window ideal for serving guests in the cockpit. The class-leading flybridge is larger than previously seen on a boat of this size, providing plentiful areas for entertaining and relaxing, and the upper helm position has been located portside to enable an even clearer view of the rear platform when mooring. Other key features of the Squadron 50 include the innovative, patent-pending optional Fairline Tender Launch system at the stern platform for personal watercraft up to the size and weight of a Williams 285 Jet RIB. This revolutionary system will assist owners in launching and retrieving their boat in and out of the water.

When powered by 2 x Volvo Penta D9-575 EVC engines, the launch price of the Squadron 50 starts from £622,000 excluding local taxes. when powered by 2 x Volvo Penta D11-670 EVC engines, the launch price starts from £654,400 excluding local taxes. Visit the Fairline berth M172 to view the Squadron 50 on display at the PSP Southampton Boat show. The Targa 38, new Targa 38 GRAN TURISMO, Targa 44 OPEN, new Targa 50 GRAN TURISMO, Targa 58 GRAN TURISMO, Squadron 42, new Squadron 58, latest generation Squadron 65, and Squadron 78 CUSTOM are also on display. Fairline also enters the show with RINA Green plus Yacht Certification for its 2012 Targa express cruiser and Squadron flybridge motor yacht ranges. The certification recognises vessels with design solutions, equipment and operational procedures that help make improvements in environmental performance.

Exterior DetailsThe Squadron 50’s large open aft cockpit follows Fairline’s trend towards sociable layouts, with its seating area facing the saloon. The cockpit is teak-laid throughout and includes a storage locker underfloor and liferaft stowage. Lockers are also located at the foredeck. Connecting the cockpit to the saloon is a glass patio door, with optional opening window. Separate access hatches are provided to the engine room and optional fourth/crew cabin. Twin transom gates lead to the teak-laid bathing platform, which includes the patent-pending Fairline Tender Launch system (optional) for personal watercraft up to the size and weight of a Williams 285 Jet RIB. The bathing platform also includes a transom shower and swim ladder. From the cockpit, teak laid steps go up onto the large flybridge, featuring a large sunbed for two people and storage underneath, as well as dining seating with table that can be converted to a cushioned sunbathing area. A bar unit with sink and refrigerator allows for effortless entertaining. Drinks holders are located throughout the flybridge (and foredeck). The second helm position is located portside of the flybridge, allowing an even clearer view of the rear platform when manoeuvring. it includes full repeat flybridge engine instrumentation and autopilot control, helm and companion seating. A wind-deflecting screen with grab rail is positioned in a wrap-around style. The foredeck features a large self-draining area for coachroof cushions.

Interior DetailsPlentiful windows are featured aboard the Squadron 50 create naturally light-filled spaces. Huge panoramic windows in the saloon area are available with an optional powered opening section. Rich furnishings, finishes and the finest craftsmanship appear throughout the accommodation. The joinery is finished in oak satin or walnut satin with espresso gloss. Fairline’s in-house design department has specially selected a comprehensive choice of co-ordinated carpets and upholsteries. Air conditioning and heating systems can be fitted throughout the accommodation if required.

Saloon and galleyThe open-living style saloon features a dining area with fold-out table, and sideboard with a 22″ flatscreen television, which is next to the twin seating that has been positioned near the cockpit for sociable living. The sideboard also includes plentiful space for crockery. Additional storage space is placed under the seating. A chaise-longue is located adjacent to the main helm station. The galley, positioned aft of the saloon and its layout is perfect for serving guests either in the saloon or cockpit. Equipment includes an electric twin hob with extractor fan, combination microwave/oven, and refrigerator. The sink is positioned underneath the galley window. there are plentiful drawers and cupboard space, and a durable, white melamine Fairline Edition dinner service, which is perfect for alfresco dining. The main helm station has been elevated for maximum visibility and includes twin seats. there is an adjustable/tilt steering wheel. The full engine instrumentation includes tachometers, temperature gauges, audible alarms and engine hour meters. Other features include Garmin electronics package, night lighting and drinks holders. an opening window is located starboard side.

Cabin AccommodationThe three cabin layout provides luxurious accommodation for up to six people, plus two berths in the optional aft/crew cabin. The master cabin provides the size of accommodation that would normally be expected on a yacht of 60ft plus. The two twin cabins are convertible to double berths. Master cabinAs with the latest generation Squadron models, the ‘floating bed’ adds to the luxurious and spacious feel of the forward master cabin. A skylight (with blind) is located above the bed. Storage is provided by under-bed drawers, shelving unit, overhead lockers and wardrobe with mirrored doors. there is also a vanity unit with stool and reading lights. there is an option of a 22″ flatscreen television with video and iBoat dock. The connecting en-suite door leads to the Avonite® vanity unit and basin and electric silent-flush toilet. within the en-suite, a full-height shower cubicle with seat is positioned the other side of a glass door. Fittings include a shaving point, mirrored lockers with LED night light underneath, overhead lighting, extractor fan and towel rail. Port guest cabinThe port guest cabin includes twin full-length berths and bedside table, plus mid-level lockers and wardrobe with mirrored doors. Feature windows include a single opening porthole. The cabin has access to en-suite facilities. Starboard guest cabin

The starboard guest cabin includes twin full-length berths and bedside table. there is also underbed storage, mid-level lockers and a wardrobe with mirrored doors. Feature windows include a single opening porthole. The starboard en-suite includes an Avonite® vanity locker and basin, silent-flush toilet and shower. there are three large hull windows with a single opening porthole. Other features include a shaving point, extractor fan, towel rail and mirrored lockers. Fourth/crew cabin (optional)

The optional crew cabin features the signature Squadron aft window, letting light fill the cabin. The full-length berth slides out to reveal the basin and silent-flush toilet. there is also a shaving point, mid-level lockers, mirror and overhead lighting. Access is provided via the cockpit. Alternatively the space can be used as an aft utility room with wet hanging area.

<a href="http://afloat.ie/resources/afloat-new-design/item/16899-world-launch-of-the-all-new-fairline-squadron-50/tag:news.google.com,2005:cluster=http://afloat.ie/resources/afloat-new-design/item/16899-world-launch-of-the-all-new-fairline-squadron-50/Fri, 16 Sep 2011 13:41:39 GMT 00:00″>World Launch of the All-New Fairline Squadron 50