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Shopping Around Lincoln, NH
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This report is updated every Saturday for the incoming week (occasionally a bit earlier).
PLEASE NOTE: Most activities have limited space and require advanced reservations. Sign-ups open at the conclusion of the Monday Orientation at approximately 10:30AM (first-come, first-served). If you cannot be there in person, you may call us at 603-745-9900 and ask for the Activities Department (X-470 from in-room), or you may sign up in the Main Lobby any time after that. All activities start at designated times, so please arrive early. Schedule is subject to change, may be weather dependent, and may be cancelled for lack of participation or tardiness. Children must be supervised.
9:00AM - RESORT ORIENTATION (free event): Meet the Activities Staff in the movie theater for approximately one hour of information regarding daily activities, resort amenities, and local offerings. Activities sign-ups open at the end of this meeting. Complimentary doughnuts.
11:00AM-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: The Cog is now open to the summit of Mt. Washington! Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. We'll also be available for general concierge hours to answer questions. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - MOANA 2 (free event): The new one. Rated PG.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - A WALK IN THE WOODS (free event): After spending two decades in England, Bill Bryson returns to the U.S., where he decides to hike the Appalachian Trail with one of his oldest friends. Please note: Rated R.
3:30PM - CRAFT HOUR: Choose from any of the crafts listed throughout the week like yarn monsters, gumball machines, no-sew pillows, decorative photo frames, candles, wine glass candle holders, fun paint, and more. Prices range from $5-$10.
6:00-7:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
7:00-8:00PM - LIVE MUSIC FEATURING BOB KING (free event): Enjoy an upbeat performance from musician Bob King. BYOB. Located in the Main Lobby.
7:30-8:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
8:15PM - MOVIE NIGHT - LOST ON A MOUNTAIN IN MAINE (free event): The inspiring true story of 12-year-old Donn Fendler, who becomes separated from his family by a fast moving storm on Mt. Katahdin, Maine's highest peak. Rated PG.
8:30-9:00AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
9:30AM - WATERFALL TOUR OF THE KANCAMAGUS: We'll head over the Kancamagus Highway for a couple of short/easy walks to Sabbaday Falls (0.6 miles round-trip), and also Rocky Gorge (0.1 miles round-trip). We'll also stop at multiple scenic vistas for pictures along the way. Approx. 3-hour tour. Limited space. $15 per person.
1:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - HITPIG! (free event): A bounty hunter pig finds himself trekking the globe with an elephant. Rated PG.
1:00-1:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
1:30PM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
2:00PM - GUIDED HIKE TO BRIDESMAID FALLS: Bridesmaid Falls was once the subject of many postcards and paintings, but the long-lost waterfall no longer appears on any hiking maps. The hike is generally considered easy/moderate with very little elevation change for the majority of the hike; however, a short but very steep descent/ascent is required to access the waterfall, so a higher level of agility and balance is required to complete the hike. This hike is not for young children or anyone with balance issues. The hike is approx. 1-mile (round-trip). Appropriate outerwear and footwear recommended. Minimum of 4 participants required. $15 per person.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE (free event): A new comedy of two estranged cousins (Paul Reiser & Colm Meaney) who never knew each other try to make amends for many generations of family dispute. This film is not rated.
6:00-6:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
7:00PM - MOVIE NIGHT - MICKEY 17 (free event): From the Academy Award-winning writer/director of “Parasite,” Bong Joon Ho, comes his next groundbreaking cinematic experience. The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson) has found himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living. Please note: Rated R.
7:30PM - MOOSE/WILDLIFE BUS TOUR: Join us for an interpretive tour around the region in search of New Hampshire's famous wildlife! This time of year, black bear and moose are becoming more active. However, be forewarned that we may not see anything at all. That being said, your wildlife guide will speak extensively about the different animals and history of wildlife in New Hampshire. Tour lasts approx. 2.5-hours. Limited space. $15 per person.
8:30-9:00AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
9:30AM - GUIDED HIKE TO BEAVER BROOK CASCADES: Firstly, this hike is only approx. 1-mile (round-trip) but is notoriously steep for the majority of the time. This is not a hike for young children, and all participants should be confident in their health, fitness, agility, and balance. That said, the trail follows an endless series of cascades with plenty of photo opportunities along the way. "By some counts over a dozen lovely, unnamed cascades adorn the precipitous ravine of Beaver Brook". Appropriate outerwear and footwear recommended. Minimum of 4 participants required. $10 per person.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - MUFASA: THE LION KING (free event): The story of Simba's noble father. Rated PG.
1:00-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
1:30PM - GUIDED HIKE TO "THE BEST VIEW IN NH": Join us for one of the most unique & exclusive walks in the region. This favorite, secret spot in Sugar Hill is off-the-radar and traditionally inaccessible to the public. The area is steeped in rich history, but the real pay-off is sweeping vistas of the Presidential range. We think it resembles the scenery from the movie The Sound of Music. This is approx. a 1-mile walk with some minor ups-and-downs. Minimum of 4 participants required. Return at approx. 4:00PM. $15 per person.
2:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE GORGE (free event): Levi and Drasa are elite snipers tasked with a curious and secret mission. The pair are stationed on either side of an enormous gorge and their job is to protect it. However, neither knows the significant secret that lies between them. Rated PG-13.
5:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - BLACK BAG (free event): From director Steven Soderbergh, this film is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Please note: Rated R.
6:00-8:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - THE PENGUIN LESSONS (free event): Tom Michell is a British teacher who moves to Argentina in the turbulent 1970s when the country is on the verge of a coup. When he rescues an orphaned penguin on the beach his whole life is transformed. Rated PG-13.
8:30-9:30AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
10:00AM - UFO BUS TOUR: One of the most infamous UFO abduction stories in history happened around the corner from Pollard Brook Resort. In 1961, Betty & Barney Hill claim to have been abducted by aliens and can't explain a large chunk of "lost time". We will head out in the bus to re-trace their route on that fateful night. We'll make a few stops including a scenic view in Franconia Notch where they initially claim to make first contact, the official state historic marker that commemorates the spot they claim to have been abducted, a local mural of the alien (one of the best photo opportunities around!), and we'll also be able to shop for some commemorative merchandise from this incident. Approx. 1.5-hour tour. $10 per person.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - WICKED (free event): The untold story of Elphaba and Glinda, the witches of Oz. Rated PG.
1:00-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
1:00PM - GUIDED HIKE TO MT. AGASSIZ: Mt. Agassiz is a former tourist attraction that went defunct in the 1960s, but still provides a stunning view of Franconia Notch as we get a peek into a golden age long past. The view is a completely different perspective of Franconia Notch than you have likely ever seen before. This guided hike is 1.5-miles (round-trip) on an old paved road; however, the road is not graded, climbs steadily uphill, and is very steep in places. A higher level of agility & stamina is required - you will work up a sweat. Appropriate outerwear recommended. Minimum of 4 participants required. $15 per person.
4:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS (free event): An 80s classic! Rated PG.
7:00PM - MOVIE NIGHT - WOLFS (free event): A new action comedy starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney. Please note: Rated R.
7:15PM - SCENIC SUNSET TOUR: We'll hop on the bus and tour around the Kancamagus for a couple of photo stops and we'll toast the dying light of the day from a scenic overlook with some light snacks and refreshments. Limited space. $10 per person.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - DOG MAN (free event): A dog and a human are fused into Dog Man, a police protector of the people. Rated PG.
1:00-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
3:00PM - CRAFT HOUR: Choose from any of the crafts you may have missed during the week like yarn monsters, gumball machines, no-sew pillows, decorative photo frames, candles, wine glass candle holders, fun paint, and more. Prices range from $5-$10.
5:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - ALIEN ABDUCTION: BETTY & BARNEY HILL (free event): A Discovery Channel documentary about the Betty & Barney Hill alien abduction incident, which happened around the corner from Pollard Brook Resort in September of 1961. This film is not rated.
6:00-7:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
7:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - A MINECRAFT MOVIE (free event): The new one! Rated PG.
11:00AM-1:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - NIGHT OF ZOOPOCALYPSE (free event): When a mysterious meteor crash lands inside Colepepper Zoo something shocking is unleashed. A virus that turns animals into zombies is unleashed. Gracie, a young wolf, and Dan, a rugged mountain lion team up to find a cure to save the animals. Rated PG.
2:00-3:00PM - TIE-DYE SHIRTS: Channel your inner Jerry Garcia and design your own tie-dye. Some shirt sizes may be limited (first-come, first-served). Located in the backyard by the basketball court (or under the carport outside the Main Lobby during inclement weather or threat thereof). $10 per shirt. You may show up anytime between 4:00-4:30pm.
4:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE WILD ROBOT (free event): Roz, a free-spirited robot crash lands on an unpopulated planet. Rated PG.
5:00-8:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
7:00PM - COMEDY-JUGGLING SHOW WITH BRYSON LANG (free event): Bryson Lang has entertained thousands around the world with his creative, high-energy, family-friendly comedy/juggling act. You’ll see: flying sombreros, sharp sickles, huge spinning rings, upside down bounce-juggling, giant beach balls, glo-in-the-dark objects, a tennis racquet and always a few surprises. The Press of Atlantic City said, “…quick-witted comedy with mind-blowing juggling skills, Bryson Lang's act is a sight to behold!". Limited space - please sign up in advance to guarantee your space. Free event.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - FOUNTAIN OF YOUTH (free event): Two siblings come together to unravel one of the most enduring mysteries of mythology. The pair travels multiple continents into ancient cultures and beyond in order to solve the riddle explorers have puzzled over for centuries. Rated PG-13.
9:00AM - RESORT ORIENTATION (free event): Meet the Activities Staff in the movie theater for approximately one hour of information regarding daily activities, resort amenities, and local offerings. Activities sign-ups open at the end of this meeting. Complimentary doughnuts.
11:00AM-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: The Cog is now open to the summit of Mt. Washington! Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. We'll also be available for general concierge hours to answer questions. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - MOANA 2 (free event): The new one. Rated PG.
1:00PM - GUIDED HIKE TO BEAVER BROOK CASCADES: Firstly, this hike is only approx. 1-mile (round-trip) but is notoriously steep for the majority of the time. This is not a hike for young children, and all participants should be confident in their health, fitness, agility, and balance. That said, the trail follows an endless series of cascades with plenty of photo opportunities along the way. "By some counts over a dozen lovely, unnamed cascades adorn the precipitous ravine of Beaver Brook". Appropriate outerwear and footwear recommended. Minimum of 4 participants required. $10 per person.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - YOU'RE CORDIALLY INVITED (free event): Will Ferrell stars in this comedy about a double-booked wedding venue. Note: Rated R.
3:30PM - CRAFT HOUR: Choose from any of the crafts listed throughout the week like yarn monsters, gumball machines, no-sew pillows, decorative photo frames, candles, wine glass candle holders, fun paint, and more. Prices range from $5-$10.
6:00-7:00PM - ROOT BEER FLOATS: Choose from multiple flavors including root beer, coke, orange and more. Located in the Main Lobby. $5 each.
7:00-8:00PM - LIVE MUSIC FEATURING BOB KING (free event): Enjoy an upbeat performance from musician Bob King. BYOB. Located in the Main Lobby.
7:30-8:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
8:15PM - MOVIE NIGHT - LOST ON A MOUNTAIN IN MAINE (free event): The inspiring true story of 12-year-old Donn Fendler, who becomes separated from his family by a fast moving storm on Mt. Katahdin, Maine's highest peak. Rated PG.
9:00-9:30AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
10:00AM - GUIDED HIKE TO BRIDESMAID FALLS: Bridesmaid Falls was once the subject of many postcards and paintings, but the long-lost waterfall no longer appears on any hiking maps. This exclusive guided hike is really the only way to see one of the hidden secrets of the region. The hike is generally considered easy/moderate with very little elevation change for the majority of the hike; however, a short but very steep descent/ascent is required to access the waterfall, so a higher level of agility and balance is required to complete the hike. This hike is not for young children or anyone with balance issues. The hike is approx. 1-mile (round-trip). Appropriate outerwear and footwear recommended. Minimum of 4 participants required. $20 per person.
1:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - HITPIG! (free event): A bounty hunter pig finds himself trekking the globe with an elephant. Rated PG.
1:00-2:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE (free event): A new comedy of two estranged cousins (Paul Reiser & Colm Meaney) who never knew each other try to make amends for many generations of family dispute. This film is not rated.
4:00PM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
7:00PM - MOVIE NIGHT - MICKEY 17 (free event): From the Academy Award-winning writer/director of “Parasite,” Bong Joon Ho, comes his next groundbreaking cinematic experience. The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson) has found himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living. Please note: Rated R.
7:15PM - SCENIC SUNSET TOUR: We'll hop on the bus and tour around the Kancamagus for a couple of photo stops and we'll toast the dying light of the day from a scenic overlook with some light snacks and refreshments. Limited space. $10 per person.
8:30-9:00AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
9:30AM - WATERFALL TOUR OF THE KANCAMAGUS: We'll head over the Kancamagus Highway for a couple of short/easy walks to Sabbaday Falls (0.6 miles round-trip), and also Rocky Gorge (0.1 miles round-trip). We'll also stop at multiple scenic vistas for pictures along the way. Approx. 3-hour tour. Limited space. $15 per person.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - MUFASA: THE LION KING (free event): The story of Simba's noble father. Rated PG.
1:30PM - GUIDED HIKE TO "THE BEST VIEW IN NH": Join us for one of the most unique & exclusive walks in the region. This favorite, secret spot in Sugar Hill is off-the-radar and traditionally inaccessible to the public. The area is steeped in rich history, but the real pay-off is sweeping vistas of the Presidential range. We think it resembles the scenery from the movie The Sound of Music. This is approx. a 1-mile walk with some minor ups-and-downs. Minimum of 4 participants required. Return at approx. 4:00PM. $15 per person.
3:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE GORGE (free event): Levi and Drasa are elite snipers tasked with a curious and secret mission. The pair are stationed on either side of an enormous gorge and their job is to protect it. However, neither knows the significant secret that lies between them. Rated PG-13.
7:00-7:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
7:00PM - BINGO FOR CASH PRIZES, AND A FREE 1-WEEK STAY: Join us for an hour of classic bingo. We'll be playing for fun prizes and cash. All winners will be entered to win a free 1-week stay in a one bedroom unit for 2026. $3 per board (CASH ONLY). Located in the movie theater. Minimum amount of participants required or event may be cancelled, so please sign up in advance if possible.
6:00-8:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
8:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - BLACK BAG (free event): From director Steven Soderbergh, this film is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test -- loyalty to his marriage or his country. Please note: Rated R.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - HARRY AND THE HENDERSONS (free event): An 80s classic! Rated PG.
1:30PM - GUIDED HIKE TO MT. AGASSIZ: Mt. Agassiz is a former tourist attraction that went defunct in the 1960s, but still provides a stunning view of Franconia Notch as we get a peek into a golden age long past. The view is a completely different perspective of Franconia Notch than you have likely ever seen before. This guided hike is 1.5-miles (round-trip) on an old paved road; however, the road is not graded, climbs steadily uphill, and is very steep in places. A higher level of agility & stamina is required - you will work up a sweat. Appropriate outerwear recommended. Minimum of 4 participants required. $15 per person.
5:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - A WALK IN THE WOODS (free event): After spending two decades in England, Bill Bryson returns to the U.S., where he decides to hike the Appalachian Trail with one of his oldest friends. Please note: Rated R.
6:00-7:00PM - STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE: It's hard to beat this classic combination of pound cake & strawberries topped with homemade maple whipped cream! Located in the Main Lobby. $5 each. *WHILE SUPPLIES LAST - first-come, first-served*
6:00-7:00PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
7:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - WOLFS (free event): A new action comedy starring Brad Pitt and George Clooney. Please note: Rated R.
7:30PM - MOOSE/WILDLIFE BUS TOUR: Join us for an interpretive tour around the region in search of New Hampshire's famous wildlife! This time of year, black bear and moose are becoming more active. However, be forewarned that we may not see anything at all. That being said, your wildlife guide will speak extensively about the different animals and history of wildlife in New Hampshire. Tour lasts approx. 2.5-hours. Limited space. $15 per person.
9:00-9:30AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
10:00AM - UFO BUS TOUR: One of the most infamous UFO abduction stories in history happened around the corner from Pollard Brook Resort. In 1961, Betty & Barney Hill claim to have been abducted by aliens and can't explain a large chunk of "lost time". We will head out in the bus to re-trace their route on that fateful night. We'll make a few stops including a scenic view in Franconia Notch where they initially claim to make first contact, the official state historic marker that commemorates the spot they claim to have been abducted, a local mural of the alien (one of the best photo opportunities around!), and we'll also be able to shop for some commemorative merchandise from this incident. Approx. 1.5-hour tour. $10 per person.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - DOG MAN (free event): A dog and a human are fused into Dog Man, a police protector of the people. Rated PG.
1:00PM - HOMEMADE CANDLES: Create & customize your own scented soy candle in a mason jar. Located in the Fun Factory. $10 per craft.
1:00-1:30PM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
3:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - ALIEN ABDUCTION: BETTY & BARNEY HILL (free event): A Discovery Channel documentary about the Betty & Barney Hill alien abduction incident, which happened around the corner from Pollard Brook Resort in September of 1961. This film is not rated.
4:00PM - CRAFT HOUR: Choose from any of the crafts you may have missed during the week like yarn monsters, gumball machines, no-sew pillows, decorative photo frames, candles, wine glass candle holders, fun paint, and more. Prices range from $5-$10.
7:00-8:00PM - CAMPFIRE AND S'MORES: We'll have s'mores for sale by the campfire (located at the fire pit near the tennis courts). Weather dependent (we'll offer root beer floats or sundaes in the Main Lobby if it gets rained out).
7:30PM - MOVIE NIGHT - WICKED (free event): The untold story of Elphaba and Glinda, the witches of Oz. Rated PG.
9:00-10:00AM - RESERVE DISCOUNTED COG RAILWAY TICKETS AND CONCIERGE HOURS: Save $10 per adult and $5 per child when you reserve your Mt. Washington Cog Railway tickets through the Pollard Brook Concierge. Located at the Concierge Desk in the Main Lobby or you may call us at EXT-470.
12:30PM - MATINEE MOVIE - SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 (free event): Sonic is back! Rated PG.
2:00-3:00PM - TIE-DYE SHIRTS: Channel your inner Jerry Garcia and design your own tie-dye. Some shirt sizes may be limited (first-come, first-served). Located in the backyard by the basketball court (or under the carport outside the Main Lobby during inclement weather or threat thereof). $10 per shirt. You may show up anytime between 4:00-4:30pm.
4:00PM - MATINEE MOVIE - THE WILD ROBOT (free event): Roz, a free-spirited robot crash lands on an unpopulated planet. Rated PG.
5:00-8:00PM - SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM, SODA FLOATS, AND SNOW CONES: We have our own soft serve machine! Come to our ice cream window on the poolside deck outside of the Main Lobby (ask the Front Desk for directions if you can't find it). $5 per cone/cup, or $8 per sundae. Soda floats ($5) and handmade snow cones ($3) are also available.
8:00PM - MOVIE NIGHT - NIGHT OF ZOOPOCALYPSE (free event): When a mysterious meteor crash lands inside Colepepper Zoo something shocking is unleashed. A virus that turns animals into zombies is unleashed. Gracie, a young wolf, and Dan, a rugged mountain lion team up to find a cure to save the animals. Rated PG.
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