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Celebrate the New Year

Thursday, December 1, 2011

Say good-bye to 2011 and welcome the New Year with these local ideas.

1. Champagne Flutes

Cheer in the New Year in style with these etched crystal champagne flutes by Pepi Hermann Crystal. Hermann is a master crystal cutter who has been perfecting his craft since 1974.

Pepi Hermann Crystal
3 Waterford Place, Gilford
603) 528-1020
www.handcut.com

2. Chocolate Fountain

Rent an elegant chocolate fountain to wow guests with a delicious and interactive dessert. Van Otis provides everything including fountain attendants, dipping items and their Swiss Fudge Fondue Chocolate.

Van Otis Chocolates
341 Elm St., Manchester
(603) 627-1611
www.vanotischocolates.com

3. First Night Events

Feel like hitting the town? Both Portsmouth and Wolfeboro host First Night family-friendly events that feature parades, music, fireworks, local art, food and much more. To attend either First Night you'll need to purchase a button (pictured above).

First Night Portsmouth
December 31,
4 p.m.-12 a.m.
www.proportsmouth.org

First Night Wolfeboro
December 31, 2 p.m.-12 a.m.
firstnight.wolfeboro.net

4. Sparklers

Looking for something non-alcoholic to ring in the New Year? Bundle up and head outside to light these sparklers from Atlas Fireworks for a fun and festive midnight celebration.
Sparklers in both white and color are available in multiple sizes and amounts.

Prices range from $1-$20.
Visit www.atlaspyro.com for options and store locations.

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