Wolfeboro

Parking for Business

pARKING- Reminders and Suggestions to businesses from
Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce

We encourage you and your staff to save the most convenient parking spaces for customers.
READ HERE FOR WHERE TO PARK

Park `n Ride Trolley Shuttle Now FREE!

“Get on Board!” Now two Shuttle Stops to Downtown Wolfeboro: Kingswood Arts Center, 21 McManus Road and Linda’s Flowers, 91 Center Street. Jolly the Trolley’s Summer Park ‘n Ride Shuttle will run six days a week, Monday through Saturday this summer and there will be no charge to ride.
READ FULL STORY, SCHEDULE HERE

Trolley Shuttle Makes Visiting Wolfeboro More Fun

Telephone: 603-569-1080
Web: www.wolfeborotrolley.com

Visitors to the “Oldest Summer Resort in America” don’t have to hunt for a parking space or be concerned about the two-hour parking limit downtown this summer.

Jolly the Trolley now welcomes visitors at the Kingswood Arts Center on South Main Street, where there are hundreds of open parking spaces, and takes them Downtown where they can enjoy everything this picturesque Lake Winnipesaukee community offers.

Park ‘n Ride Trolley Shuttle runs between Kingswood Arts Center and Wolfeboro Railroad Station every half hour all day.

The new Park ‘n Ride continuous trolley service is offered by the Wolfeboro Trolley Company, owner of Molly the Trolley, which has been introducing Wolfeboro to guests with her narrated Hop On & Off Tours for 35 years.

“We want everyone’s visit to be hassle-free,” said Owner Kathy Fairman. “Whether you want to shop, dine, visit a museum, take a lake cruise or a trolley tour (Jolly meets Molly at the Railroad Station,) our goal is to make it as easy and as much fun as possible.

“That includes being able to get back to your car whenever you want,” she added. “Jolly returns to the Kingswood Arts Center (21 McManus Road) just as often as it heads downtown.”

That is every half hour when Jolly starts at 8 am with the last trip down at 5:30 pm. Jolly returns every half hour starting at 8:15 with the last ride back at 5:45 pm.

Molly the Trolley’s narrated tours leave the Railroad Station (32 Central Ave) at 11:00, 12:00, 1:00 and 2:00 and the Town Docks at 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30.

There are three kinds of All-Day Trolley Passes: Combo, which includes both trolleys (Adult $10,) Park ‘n Ride only (Adult $6,) and Hop On & Off Narrated Tour only (Adult $8.) Children 4-12 are half-price and kids under 4 ride free.

For more information visit wolfeborotrolley.com or call 603-569-1080.

June 2002, Sponsored by Brewster Academy. Held at Grayson Student Center at Brewster.

It is with sadness that we share that Steve Durgan has passed away. Steve was a passionate and devoted member of the Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce. Steve served on the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors since 2012. His contributions to our organization and the town of Wolfeboro are countless. Our condolences for his wife, Marie, and entire family.

 

Watch March 3 Meeting - Informational in preparation of voting in Wolfeboro March 8

Watch this RECORDING of the informational meeting that also brings awareness to Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Director’s thoughts on on which warrant articles could have a positive or negative impact on membership and Chamber mission.

Thank you Harmony Coffee House for generously giving us all wonderful coffee during the early morning meeting!

Winners announced in Wolfeboro's Dine and Shop Raffle!

Barbara B.’s was the lucky winner of Dine and Shop Raffle’s GRAND PRIZE, a $1,250 Value!
Congratulations to Barbara!

SECOND PLACE, $650 Value: Ryan M. Congratulations to Ryan!

THIRD PLACE, $290 Value: Alan J. Congratulations to Alan!

FOURTH PLACE, $150 Value: John B. Congratulations to John!

The winners can now have fun spending their winnings, keeping the dollars in our local, area community!

Thank you so much to all those who bought a ticket and supported our fundraiser. The raffle will return in November 2022, see you then!

And we are grateful too for the generous donations from these business.

The winning tickets were drawn during the Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting.

Winner announced for Wolfeboro's Business Decorating Contest!

And the winner is …

Residents and visitors alike enjoyed a very festive Fourth of July weekend in Wolfeboro.  Included was a chance to take in the wonderful, holiday decorations found throughout the community.  People were then challenged to consider a best decorated business and cast a vote in this year’s contest. 

Drum roll please…

Congratulations to Wright Museum of World War II for winning Wolfeboro’s 2021 Independence Day Decorating Contest.  They went all out in creating a spectacular display truly depicting the ‘America, the Beautiful’ theme.  

Thank you to all those businesses that entered the contest, and for everybody who took their time to vote.  Yahoo to the Wright Museum!

Here is What Was Said at Wolfeboro's Candidate Forum

Here are your choices for watching the live broadcast:
Wolfeboro Community Television will broadcast live on YouTube and Vimeo/Livestream where it will be available until March 24.

All candidates running for a contested seat in a Town of Wolfeboro elected position or for Governor Wentworth Regional School District School Board were invited to participate.

Thank you to these generous businesses for supporting the Chamber of Commerce and its Candidate Forum:
Eastern Propane & Oil
Hunter’s Shop `n Save
Helen Fernald, Winnipesaukee Collection
Huck’s Hoagies
Leone, McDonnell & Roberts PA

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The Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce wishes to thank all the candidates who participated in its February 24 Candidates Forum, and to the volunteer moderator attorney Randy Walker of Walker & Varney, P.C.

Wolfeboro's Santa's Hut Off for a Little Hibernation

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Thank you Crowell’s Towing and Repair! Crowell’s not only donates services to carefully place Santa’s Hut in Wolfeboro in time for visits from Santa Claus, they also carefully move it back to it’s seasonal storage location.

Speaking of storage, thank you Auto Care Plus of Wolfeboro for lending us assistance with that.

Christmas in Wolfeboro is made possible with the generous support of Proud Community Sponsors.

2020 Donations Received during Wolfeboro Family Shopping Days

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Family Shopping Days in Wolfeboro not only encouraged spending with local businesses but contributed to L.I.F.E. Ministries Food Pantry and Wolfeboro Children’s Christmas Fund.

Presented by Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce, Family Shopping Days took place the second and third Saturday in December.  Due to the pandemic, the Chamber of Commerce was not able to hold its traditional Breakfast with Santa or Christmas Spirit Open House events that inspire donations.

Thanks to the kindness of many, the Chamber of Commerce was able to deliver a wonderful collection of toys to the Wolfeboro Police Department to be added to its Children’s Christmas Fund.

And with great generosity from local businesses and community members, $15, 276 was collected and given to L.I.F.E. Ministries Food Pantry.

“We greatly appreciate the holiday spirit shared in the Wolfeboro area community,” expresses Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Mary DeVries. 

For information on local businesses contact the Chamber of Commerce year-round at the Information Center, by telephone 603-569-2200 or by visiting www.wolfeborochamber.com

Santa Lit Wolfeboro's Community Christmas Tree

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Santa Claus made a visit to Wolfeboro today! Santa and Mrs. Claus checked in on Santa's Hut, and then Santa used his magic to light Wolfeboro's Community Christmas Tree! Oh, and Santa had some tales to tell. You can check back here periodically to listen in.

Here is Santa Claus in Wolfeboro! CLICK to see!

Christmas in Wolfeboro

There is a lot to be excited about this holiday season!

Following a fun search, the 2020 Community Christmas Tree has been found! Wolfeboro’s amazing Municipal Electric Department will have it cut and put in place on Main Street. Once again it will be decorated with festive lights.

Santa Claus loves Wolfeboro and while there will not be a parade this year, he promises to again use his magic to turn on the lights at some point. A tree lighting ceremony will not take place this year.

And with thanks to Crowells Towing Santa’s Hut has been moved to its tradional spot in the park on Main Street.

While Santa tells us he is not able to hold planned visits with individuals this year, he looks forward to stops to collect letters written to him. There will be a box at the hut for children to leave letters. Santa will soon be checking his list! While at the hut, Santa tells us he has found a way to leave messages for all the Wolfeboro area families. The Wolfeboro Area Chamber of Commerce will be sure to watch for and share those surprises from Santa with the public!

The Chamber of Commerce will place wreaths around town and so many businesses and homes will show the holiday spirit with lights, holly , sparkles and more! The area community is encouraged to consider family shopping days. Local businesses work harder than ever to be here for us and what better time to give them your business.

Help for Parents in the Wolfeboro Area During a Hybrid Model School Year

Options are available and more developing to help parents who need to continue to work and to do so need care for school age children. We invite you to return to this story for possible new information.

Wolfeboro resident Linda Murray has a long history of volunteering when it comes to supporting working parents in Wolfeboro. She continues to do so now as many families struggle with maintaining a steady work schedule with school age children who will be home some days instead of in school.

Read HERE about what Ms. Murray has intiated.

Vintage Boats Galore - And More

VINTAGE BOATS GALORE - AND MORE

It’s that time again in America’s Oldest Summer Resort Community when boats and boat- ing and all things lake life visibly exemplify the history and stories of life on New Hamp- shire freshwater lakes.

And nothing celebrates the lore of summer lake fun better than the New England Vintage Boat and Car Auction hosted annually in July by the Wolfeboro-based New Hampshire Boat Museum. It’s a not-to-be-missed annual event; a time to “ooh and aah”, experience the romance of a by-gone era and, perhaps, even take home a trophy from the collection of beautiful boats, cars, themed rustic furnishings and nautical memorabilia up for sale.

However, what has for the past 18 years in July been an exciting outdoor, under-tent event will be hosted differently this year with organizers hopeful that a global pandemic will not dampen enthusiasm among bidders forced to compete virtually in an Internet-based format.

VIRTUAL IS THE NEW NORMAL

This year, no bidding cards; no familiar auction tent. Instead, NHBM’s auction, set to be- gin at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 18, will be strictly virtual, meaning auction registration, pre- bidding and bidding will take place online only at https://www.proxibid.com/New-Hamp- shire-Boat-Museum/2020-New-Hampshire-Boat-Museum-Auction/event-catalog/180675

Despite this year’s absence of in-person bidding, auction items can be viewed at the muse- um’s website www.NHBM.org , or, for those who want to “kick the tires”, live previews are READ MORE…

Wolfeboro Area Shopping and Restaurants, Options Galore!

Wolfeboro Area Shopping and Restaurants, Options Galore!

Businesses during this pandemic have certainly been faced with changing their mode of operation and in the Wolfeboro area they sure have gotten creative.

Shops and restaurants are open and have found new ways to welcome customers while working under New Hampshire’s Reopening Guidance.

Shops continue to offer call ahead ordering for curbside pickup, and they are open for you to go inside to make your selections as well. The shopkeepers have been quite inventive in developing ways for customers to move around indoors.

At the beginning, many restaurants

Resources regarding COVID - 19 Wolfeboro NH area.

Hello to all in the Wolfeboro area membership and community:

CLICK HERE for helpful information on registering for a Covid-19 vaccine in New Hampshire.

The information you will find here is intended to bring you quickly to the resources you need in this fast changing environment for businesses and families faced with difficulties related to COVID - 19.

Use this website for accurate updates www.nheconomy.com/covid19 It is your resource for information both State of New Hampshire and Federal level including links to loans and grants. The website is revised frequently.

CARES Act, Paycheck Protection

Businesses in the list of essential Exhibit A to Emergency Order #17

If you believe your business should be included as it provides essential services or functions, you may request designation as an essential business. Submit to essential@nheconomy.com and include basic contact information and a brief justification. These requests are being reviewed as quickly as possible.

Local municipalities with links to each town are found here.

We have reached out to our membership and will continue to update listings in our Directory indicating modifications to how businesses are providing goods and services to customers. You can give us your news now.

We would like to hear from you, please contact us as you wish.