Archive for 2010
A Program Graduate Among Kismet’s Three Newest Board Members
Kismet Rock Foundation Welcomes Three New Board Members A Kismet graduate among the new talent to join December 13, 2010, North Conway, New Hampshire – Kismet Rock Foundation (Kismet), a New Hampshire based educational non-profit, recently welcomed Anna Demarco, Eileen Conway and Pete Masterson to the board of directors. “Anna, Eileen and Pete bring fresh…
Read more...Fun for all at the Maine Rock Gym!
Thanks to all who attended Kismet’s first outreach event in Portland, Maine on November 12. Everyone present seemed to enjoy the evening of climbing, refreshments and entertainment. Six Portland-area Kismet students and a few of their teachers were in attendance and said a few words about their summer experience before Kismet instructor Bayard Russell gave…
Read more...Caliente 2010: It was hot!
“With a ticket price of $35 it was a great deal for a great time, a great band and a great cause!” said Erik Rollnick, local musician and owner of Ajaja Music Shop, who celebrated his 60th birthday by attending the 2nd Caliente! A Night of Dancing to Benefit Kismet Rock Foundation, presented by Polartec…
Read more...Bayard Russell Slideshow at Maine Rock Gym November 12
Kismet’s own Bayard Russell is presenting a slide show about his year-round adventures and first ascents throughout New England. Friday, November 12, 6-9 pm The Maine Rock Gym in Portland, ME $15 at the door includes slide show, climbing pass, Flatbread pizza, refreshments, and equipment rental/instruction. All proceeds to benefit Kismet! Directions to Maine Rock…
Read more...Caliente! A Night of Dancing to Benefit Kismet Rock Foundation – Slated for October 23 at Salyards Center for the Arts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Caliente! – A Night of Dancing to Benefit Kismet Rock Foundation | October 23 at Salyards Center for the Arts North Conway, NH – October 7 – The second annual Caliente! A Night of Salsa Dancing to Benefit Kismet Rock Foundation, presented by Polartec and RovettiDesign, is coming up Saturday, October 23,…
Read more...2010 Kismet Cliff Run results and photos
Thanks to all who came out for the 2010 Kismet Cliff Run! Kismet is also grateful to main sponsor La Sportiva and race founder/director Gabe Flanders. First place went to Curtis Moore with a time of 48:30 and the first woman was Margaret Graciano with a time of 54:12. 2010 Kismet Cliff Run results (pdf)…
Read more...Tango and Salsa classes for Caliente!
Need to warm up for Caliente!? How about Tango and Salsa classes at the North Conway Community Center: every Sunday with Tango from 1-2 PM and Salsa from 2-3pm $10 per class teacher is Isabel Costa
Read more...Second Annual Kismet Cliff Run September 19
This year’s Kismet Cliff Run is slated for Sunday, September 19 at 10:00am in Echo Lake State Park, North Conway, NH. A benefit for Kismet Rock Foundation, the 5-mile trail race will follow last year’s inaugural route, including a grueling Cathedral Ledge uphill and some nasty downhills. Kismet Cliff Run event sponsor LaSportiva is donating…
Read more...Regenerative Design & Edible Landscaping Presentation September 5th
Kismet invites the public to a FREE presentation by major Caliente! Silent Auction donor Ethan Roland of AppleSeed Permaculture on Sunday, September 5th from 6 to 8pm in the Legends Room at Eastern Slope Inn Resort, 2760 Main Street, North Conway, NH. Drawing from direct connection with nature, Permaculture gives us a set of principles…
Read more...Two different perspectives of a day at Kismet
Professional photographers Anne Skidmore and Eric McCallister each generously donated a day of photography during different program weeks this summer. Check out Anne’s blog post about her day out. Check out Eric’s gallery from his day out (turn the volume up for some music too!). Thanks to both of you for your generous contributions!
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