Monthly Archives: October 2013

History

We’re Free of Zombies

In the event of a zombie attack, please remember Star Island as one of New England’s treasured gems for rest, relaxation and spiritual renewal. Located just 6 miles off New Hampshire’s coast, Star Island is the perfect location to spend your days and watch the sunrises and sunsets knowing that you’re safe from the undead…. Read more >

On the Island

From the Star Island Bakery: Scary Good Pumpkin Bread

You know what doesn’t scare us at Star Island? Feeding approximately 400 people a day, three meals a day — on an island, no less. What does scare us? That you’ve been without your Star Island baked goods for at least a month now because our season is over. Eeek! Don’t worry friends, we’ve got… Read more >

Shoaler Voices

Thoughts of an Old Shoaler – a poem

Longtime Shoaler Edith Kates recently turned 90 years old. As an attendee of the Life on a Star Family Conferences, Edith gave a lot to Star Island including the golf cart to help people better navigate the island’s rocky terrain. Affectionately referred to as the “Vic Mobile” after her husband Victor, with whom she co-chaired… Read more >

Star Island Corporation

Show & Tell: Star Island

Although this is maybe a bit too 90’s to admit, we just burnt a bunch of CD’s with our slide show presentation – the Star Island 2014 Presentation Disc. So now is your time to share Star Island with these technologically advanced discs. If you’d like a disc, email ambassadors@starisland.org with your request (don’t forget… Read more >

Events

Paul George Raffle Drawing Date Change

Purchase your raffle tickets today   The 2013 Raffle Drawing has been extended to November 16, 2013! Buy tickets now and take a chance on owning a painting by Paul George, a 2 night personal retreat on Star for 2 in 2014, a cruise with Facilities Superintendent Jack Farrell aboard his sailboard Aloft in 2014,… Read more >

On the Island

Summer Volunteers Clock In

Between April and October of 2013, Star Island benefited from over 10,000 hours of volunteer work. Working on projects as varied as painting walls, mending furniture, and serving dinner, volunteers are an integral part to Star Island’s community atmosphere. Volunteer help on Star Island occurs in so many ways. Here are some examples from this… Read more >

Events

Starry Night 2013 – Featured Crafter – Paulette Semprini

Starry Night starts at 5:30 PM on November 16 at the Discover Portsmouth Center. Join us for this evening of crafts, discussion, entertainment and food. Purchase your tickets in advance. Starry Night’s craft exhibit includes jewelry created by Paulette Semprini: The jewelry designs of Paulette d. Semprini reflect the diversity and inspirations of coastal living…. Read more >

Events

Starry Night 2013 – Featured Crafter – Joe Watts III

Starry Night starts at 5:30 PM on November 16 at the Discover Portsmouth Center. Join us for this evening of crafts, discussion, entertainment and food. Purchase your tickets in advance. Starry Night’s craft exhibit includes wooden bowls created by Joe Watts III: My name is Joe Watts and I’m a wood turner in Grantham, NH…. Read more >

Events

Starry Night 2013 – Featured Crafter – Sarah O’Connor

Starry Night starts at 5:30 PM on November 16 at the Discover Portsmouth Center. Join us for this evening of crafts, discussion, entertainment and food. Purchase your tickets in advance. Starry Night’s craft exhibit includes glass beads created by Sarah O’Connor: I am a glass worker and jack of all trades who often works with… Read more >

Events

Starry Night 2013 – Featured Crafter – Diane Terragni

Starry Night starts at 5:30 PM on November 16 at the Discover Portsmouth Center. Join us for this evening of crafts, discussion, entertainment and food. Purchase your tickets in advance. Starry Night’s craft exhibit includes colorful jewelry created by Diane Terragni: Fun Fakes and Funky Findings is the brainchild of Diane Terragni. By combining unusual… Read more >