A selection of photos from the 2009 Caliente! event. Thanks to Bruce Raymond for taking these!
Caliente! Photos
December 1, 2009 By 3 Comments
Dutch Bloemen Winkel and Caliente!
November 3, 2009 By Leave a Comment
We are so lucky to once again have the fabulous floral decor of Dutch Bloemen Winkel at our annual event – their arrangements will beautify our food and registration tables on November 7 at Caliente!
Dutch Bloemen Winkel is a floral design studio with a reputation for high quality, ingenuity and personalized attention. Owner Carrie Scribner will work with you to create unique and stunning floral designs that reflect your style and work within your budget. In addition to flowers, they offer a wide range of other services like tent and ceiling decorations and rental of urns, arbors, and vases.
Carrie will provide friendly and honest support from the planning stages through the day of the event (we know this from experience!). Check out this video about the shop and its services.
Many many thanks to Carrie and Dutch Bloemen Winkel for your Gold Level sponsorship of Caliente!
Caliente! Silver Sponsors
October 30, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Thank You, Silver Sponsors!
Check out the unique and generous businesses supporting Kismet Rock Foundation and Caliente!
Cafe Noche, located in Conway, New Hampshire, is owned by Thomas Kugel and proudly offers quality, authentic, delicious Mexican cuisine in a festive, fun and colorful atmosphere. Serving lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Cafe Noche will be serving up some tasty, signature dishes for Caliente!
www.cafenoche.net
Mount Washington Valley local Doug Madara represents some of the best names in the climbing industry: LaSportiva, Metolius, and Sterling Rope. Look for him at climbing events throughout the country or at one of the many local crags located in the Mount Washington Valley.
www.sportiva.com
www.metoliusclimbing.com
www.sterlingrope.com
Fryeburg Veterinary Hospital is a comprehensive facility that offers a wide variety of goods and services to it’s clients and their pets. With six veterinarians on staff, qualified technicians and a helpful reception desk, Fryeburg Veterinary Clinic is committed to you and your pet’s health and road to recovery. Check them out online for a full listing of services, staff, photos, and client education.
www.fryeburgvet.com
Mountain Top Music Center’s mission is to enrich lives and build community by providing inspiring music education and by offering performance and listening opportunities throughout the Conway, New Hampshire area. For a complete listing of classes, concerts, and art exhibits check out Mountain Top Music on the web.
www.mountaintopmusic.org
Mountain Yurt Yoga – Practice yoga with certified instructor Martha Davis in a peaceful setting on 30 acres on Allen Mountain in Denmark, Maine. Check out their blog to learn more about Mountain Yurt Yoga, Martha, and her motivation and philosophy for teaching and practicing yoga.
www.mountainyurtyoga.blogspot.com
Skt Ambitions, LLC
Sky Ambitions, LLC owned by Dave & Kristin Karl, representing outdoor gear companies: Petzl, Sea to Summit, Adventure Medical Kits, OBoZ Footwear, Ambler Hats, Julbo Eyewear.
www.petzl.com
www.seatosummit.com
www.adventuremedicalkits.com
www.obozfootwear.com
www.amblermw.com
www.julbousa.com
Belray Asset Management – Passionate about managing money in a conservative manner, Belray’s goal is to provide you with a great investment experience. Located in Greenwhich, CT, Belray is a Registered Investment Advisor with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
www.belrayam.com
Caliente! Food
October 21, 2009 By 1 Comment
The art of dining well is no slight art, the pleasure not a slight pleasure. -Michel de Montaigne
One of my favorite things about living in the Mount Washington Valley is the ample selection of great, independently owned restaurants. I consider them one of the Valley’s finest assets, after all, who doesn’t like food?
It seems there is always a place to go depending upon my taste for the day; I’ve found myself at the Bangkok Cafe more times than I count after a day of climbing. Or at Chef’s Market for lunch and Flatbread for a little post-work social hour and some healthy, organic flatbread pizzas. It’s a wonder I even make to the grocery store sometimes. You can imagine how pleased I was when I found out the above mentioned will be providing some signature hors d’oeuvres for Caliente!
They aren’t the only ones though, the often bustling May Kelley’s and Delaney’s Hole in the Wall will be there. And to beat the November cold, Frontside Grind will be providing coffee (arguably the best in town) and the award winning, ever-popular White Mountain Cider Company will have hot cider and doughnuts on hand.
The Shannon Door pub and Wildcat Inn & Tavern (with assistance from Horsefeathers) will be contributing a great selection of appetizers from the Jackson side of the Mount Washington Valley.
But could it really be Caliente! without some south-of-the-border flair? Nope, so of course Conway’s Cafe Noche will be there for all of you who prefer a little spice in your life. I hope you will join us for Caliente! and share in the experience of enjoying some of the best food the Mount Washington Valley has to offer.
Shaunna Richard – Kismet Event Coordinator
October 28, New food news: Look for tasty treats from the Shovel Handle Pub and Whitney’s Inn in Jackson…and some homemade items from Kismet volunteer chefs and bakers, including a birthday cake for Kismet (10 years old this year!), sushi, and a secret pumpkin flavored dessert that involves cream cheese filling.
Many MANY thanks to Anne Skidmore and the rest of our amazing events committee for getting out there to rally all of this wonderful food for you to eat on November 7 at Caliente!
Polartec® and Caliente!
October 21, 2009 By 1 Comment
Not far from here in Lawrence, Mass, Polartec® invented the world’s first synthetic fleece fabric in 1981. Polartec® fleece was eventually recognized by Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of the century, and today virtually every outdoors-person has a collection of Polartec® fleece garments in their closet: hats, gloves, vests, jackets, pants and more.
Polartec® is more than just fleece though! Polartec® fabrics range from lightweight wicking base layers, to insulation layers, to extreme weather protection and are utilized by all the best clothing brands in the world. Polartec® fabrics are also used by all branches of the United States military including the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Special Operations Forces.
Polartec® is taking innovative strides toward becoming green as well. In 2009, over 30% of Polartec®’s total production will be fabrics created from post-consumer and post-industrial recycled materials. Take a tour of the Lawrence plant and you will see state of the art production procedures that are safe, healthy and environmentally friendly too. And it is the norm to meet folks who been working there 10, 20…even 30 or more years.
Polartec® is also dedicated to a variety of social causes and community organizations. “Polartec is proud to support groups like Kismet, which helps to educate and inspire young people through outdoor sports like rock climbing,” states Polartec’s director of global marketing, Nate Simmons. “This is a terrific opportunity to give a little something back to a wonderful local organization.”
Ruthann Brown of Polartec®, is a key member of the Kismet events committee, and has been instrumental in the Caliente! planning.
We are so thankful to Polartec® for supporting Kismet as Caliente!’s presenting sponsor. Learn more about Polartec® on its website, www.polartec.com or its blog, www.justazipper.com.
Rovettidesign and Kismet
October 10, 2009 By 1 Comment
Do you know Stephen Rovetti?
If you’ve seen our brochures, notecards, or our Caliente! invitations you’ve seen his work. Stephen is the think-tank behind Rovettidesign, a graphic design, photography and interactive/web design company based in Madison, NH. Aside from being a totally awesome guy, Stephen is a totally awesome designer committed to providing you with the best possible work at price that you’ll like. His style is clean and straightforward, providing a product that is both streamlined and engaging. Check him out on the web at www.rovettidesign.com and while you’re there be sure to sign up on his mailing list for a chance to win 500 free business cards…awesome!
Many thanks to Rovettidesign for supporting the upcoming Caliente! event as a Gold Level Sponsor.
Some samples of Stephen Rovetti’s work:
Caliente!:
Outside of Kismet Rock Foundation Brochure (photos by Rob Vandegrift):
Inside of Kismet Rock Foundation brochure (photos by Rob Vandegrift and Brian Post):
Caliente! and the Nereledge Inn
October 5, 2009 By 1 Comment
Where do you stay after a rockin’ night of Salsa dancing? The Nereledge Inn!
Located on River Road in North Conway, the Nereledge Inn is a charming and historic bed and breakfast with a cozy atmosphere. The inn offers a great location and you can easily walk to the Saco River. Nearby North Conway Village is host to various shops, pubs, a movie theatre, and park. Not to mention that Cathedral and Whitehorse ledges are minutes away.
Built in 1787 by the Randall Family, the Nereledge is one of the oldest farmhouses in the area. A cozy place to sit and back relax; staying at the Nereledge is like having a whole house to yourself. Enjoy one of its many bedrooms, living room, game room, guest pantry, and quiet porch. Start your day with breakfast in the sunny dining-room overlooking the perennial garden. Breakfast, generally served from 7:30 – 9:30, offers your choice of pancakes, french toast, an omelette, or eggs any style. Coffee, tea, juice, muffins and fresh fruit are available as well.
The Nereledge is offering a 10% discount to Caliente! party-goers who book at least two nights. They will be hosting our awesome band, Los Sugar Kings, as well. The Nereledge is the perfect place to unwind after a night of salsa dancing, socializing, and listening to some great music.
For rates, photographs, and more information on the Nereledge Inn please visit their website: www.nereledgeinn.com.
Los Sugar Kings to play at Caliente
September 25, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Check out Los Sugar Kings – a rockin’ band from Boston specializing in Afro-Cuban Son, Salsa and Rumba-Flamenca. Los Sugar Kings draw their influence from all over the world though, mixing melodies and harmonies sure to peak your attention and make you move. You can see Los Sugar Kings at our Caliente! event November 7th at Black Mountain ski area in Jackson, NH. In the meantime check out their website to hear their sounds and learn more about these talented musicians.
