New England is a four-season paradise, from spring's first apple blossoms to summer's beachside sunsets to autumn's golden glow to winter's icicled trees and wintry slopes. If you can't get away to New England as often as you'd like, scenic calendars can transport you throughout the year to some of New England's best-loved spots. Here are my picks for the best New England calendars for 2009.
1. New England Seasons 2009 Calendar
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Photographer William Johnson and I have collaborated on two coffee table books, Backroads of New England and The New England Coast, but even before we worked together, I was always fond of his annual "New England Seasons" calendars. The 2009 edition continues Bill's fine tradition of capturing New England's extraordinary beauty in winter, spring, summer and fall and has the added bonus of two splendid New England images each month.
2. New England Travel & Events Calendar
If you live in New England or visit frequently, this is the calendar for you. In addition to a variety of lovely New England scenes, this calendar features extra travel tidbits and a number of regional events each month. The images are particularly strong this year; the featured photos do a nice job of capturing the seasonal variations and tranquil vistas New Englanders cherish.3. New England Wilderness 2009 Calendar
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You'll be able to imagine the New England discovered by the first European settlers with this collection of "wild New England" calendar images by Ian L. Barker. As densely populated as New England is, this calendar is a wonderful reminder of all that remains unspoiled within this lovely, six-state region.
4. New England Lighthouses 2009 Wall Calendar
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This wall calendar is perfect for lighthouse lovers, who will enjoy the variety of seasonal lighthouse scenes, with their rich blue skies, brooding clouds and dramatic coastal backdrops. Photographer Susan Cole Kelly has captured energetic scenes of New England's majestic lights from Connecticut to Maine.
5. a new england engagement calendar 2009
Take New England along with you! This engagement calendar is by talented landscape photographer Chuck Theodore, who was born, raised, educated and still lives in New Hampshire. Draw inspiration from weekly views of the region's natural and man-made wonders.6. New England Places 2009 Calendar
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This calendar focuses on structures in the New England landscape. If you've been to some of the places that photographer Joanne Pearson captures, this calendar might make a nice souvenir. And if you haven't, her beautifully composed shots will inspire you to dream. I especially like her images of a cottage by the sea in Maine and of a red barn and autumn leaves reflecting in a pond in Connecticut.
7. The Old Farmer's Almanac Every Day Calendar 2009
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This illustrated, page-a-day calendar features a daily dose of Yankee wit and wisdom. It will appeal to folks who love nature, trivia, corny jokes and learning all about why things are the way they are.
8. 2009 New England Scenic Engagement Calendar
This calendar features classic images of New England. It's on the small side, which makes it perfect for cubicles or small spaces, and with a price of under 10 bucks, it's the perfect little extra gift for someone who loves New England. Although this calendar is compact, the print quality is superb and does terrific justice to the New England scenes captured by a cadre of talented photographers.9. Boston Red Sox 2009 Box Calendar
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This page-a-day calendar filled with team trivia will allow fans to remember highlights from the team's long history and anticipate the season ahead.
