Your complete guide to antiquing in Concord
It’s pretty obvious that Concord has a lot to offer to the general consumer. There are movie theaters, a bowling alley, a shopping mall, dozens of places to eat and drink, countless hair salons, grocery stores, clothing stores and many auto part stores. But did you know there are also four places to find antiques? For this antiques-related issue, we stopped by each of the places to see what they had to offer, and what sets each store...
What exactly makes an item an antique, and how can you tell?
We’ve all heard the term antique before, and we all have an idea of what it means. It’s something really old and valuable, right? Well, yes, but there is a bit more to it than that. Between shops that sell a mix of genuine antiques and just old things, TV shows such as Antiques Roadshow and the abundance of antique license plates we see on the roads all summer, it’s easy to understand why some people might be confused as to what...
We went hunting for antiques and found all kinds of cool and weird stuff
We don’t spend much time in antique shops these days. Usually, if we go anywhere or if we’re looking for something, it’s all about what’s new.In the case of this issue, we set out to find what’s old. And we mean really old. Like, antique old.Concord has three stores that deal in antiques, each of which has its own individual identity, we quickly learned on our little antiquing expedition last week.The one thing all of the stores have...
Go Try It: Make a bid at the Concord Auction Center
One thing I always wanted to do but never tried was go to an auction. It always seemed like a thrill, being able to snag something rare or unusual at a good price, outbidding others who you know want it too.I finally got my first taste of the life last Thursday when I went to the Concord Auction Center on Hall Street. The auction center holds auctions every Monday and Thursday night, and they always post pictures of all of the items...
How do you determine how much an antique is worth?
Antiques are a big business. Like many other businesses, there are high-end products and low-end products, with differing prices depending on where they fall in that spectrum. But how is one to tell, in the world of antiques, what’s valuable treasure and what’s just old junk? We found Gary Yeaton, owner of Gary F. Yeaton Antiques, who has been working in this field for 35 years and knows a lot about pricing antiques, as that’s a big...
In search of antiques at Ocean State Job Lot
Since you never really know what you’re going to find during a shopping trip to Ocean State Job Lot, we figured we’d walk around and see what we could find in the ol’ antique department. Well, it turns out there isn’t actually an antique department and nothing there would probably pass the criteria that Jon spells out on page 19. But we did come across a few items that have probably already lived through their glory...
We got a lead on a few more spooky scenes
After finding a few pretty sweet Halloween yard displays and putting them in last week’s issue, we asked for you, our faithful readers, to tell us about other ones around town, and where to find them. Unfortunately, we only got two responses – one calling for a trip to New London where there is a town wide pumpkin people exhibit – the other from old friend Abby Tomich.
One week left to get in your Halloween fun
In the last few issues, we’ve given you all kinds of information about Halloween events that we felt would only enhance this year’s spooky experience.And with one week left till ghosts, witches, superheroes and monsters roam the streets in search of candy, there’s still plenty of fun to be had – for both kids and adults.We promise this is it – it kind of has to be since Halloween will be about over by the time most of you read next...
Roundup of live music, theater and movie listings in Concord
It looks like another busy week on the entertainment schedule in Concord. The week leading up to Halloween should be a pretty good one around here. Take a look at what’s on the docket. MusicWednesday Paul Heckel will perform at Hermanos Cocina Mexicana at 6:30 p.m. There’s no cover at Hermanos – and no heckling.Thursday Bangkok Disco will head underground to play at Penuche’s. The show should start sometime after 9, and you can expect...
We found all these rock sculptures on South State
We always try to keep our eyes out for cool, unique and just flat-out interesting things around the city. So last week, while hustling down South State Street to make an interview we were already late for, we found this nifty rock sculpture garden filling up what would otherwise be a pretty small front yard space that really can’t be used for much else. It sure was a great use of the space, and we figured we’d share our new...
On Display: You have one week to see these three shows
As we told you in the last issue, Concord has been exploding with art shows seeming to start and end at the same time. So in an effort to get to each and every one of them, we checked out three more last week before they each come to a close on Halloween. The work of Jim Wolcott is hanging in the Kimball-Jenkins Carriage House, Kari Zwick has taken over the walls of Dos Amigos and Maureen O’Brien Adams’s “A Tour of Europe” exhibit...
The Insider’s guide to a great Halloween
There’s just one week left till Halloween – the one night when it’s actually okay to take candy from strangers.Trick-or-treating is great fun – we sure wish it wasn’t frowned upon for us to take part – but there’s a lot that goes into getting ready for the big day.Don’t fret though, we’re here to help. Since we were pretty good at the whole thing back in the day, we have developed a plan of action that will make this as seamless a...
Concord is home to some great exhibitions
Concord is home to lots of great locations to see some incredible art.So that means at any given time, there will be a wide range of work on display all over the city.It’s hard keeping track of all the shows, hours you can view them and how long they’ll be around. So we’ve compiled this trusty list for you, so you can concentrate on checking out the art.McGowan Terra Incognita: Becky Darling, Derrick Te Paske and Molly Wensberg...
Who will be the next Mr. Concord? Stay tuned
There are some distinct honors in this world, and we can’t think of anything more high ranking around these parts than being named Mr. Concord.In its second year, the Concord Contemporary Club fundraising pageant brings together some of the more recognizable men around town, who will then battle it out for the title.After John Cimikoski took home the inaugural win in last year’s pageant, eight contestants will put on display their...
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Basketball clinic by Concord coaches Concord Parks and Recreation will be offering a coaching clinic hosted by Concord High School varsity basketball head coaches Dave Chase and Tim LaTorra on Nov. 1 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Participants will be led through a series of drills and practice routines that can be used throughout the season. You must register by Oct. 30 by calling 225-8690. John Dennett Learn how lending decision are...
Book of the Week: ‘The American Spirit’
The American Spirit: Who We Are and What We Stand ForDavid McCullough2017, 176 pagesNonfiction This collection of speeches by famed historian David McCullough make the case for the relevance of our nation’s history and why it matters today will give the reader a renewed belief in American ideals and principles. Throughout his career, McCullough has addressed audiences at the White House, Congress, colleges and universities, and...
This Week in Concord History
Oct. 24, 1805: The first Quaker meeting is held in Concord. It will be 10 years before a Quaker meeting house goes up on what is now the State House plaza. Oct. 24, 1852: News of Daniel Webster’s death in Marshfield, Mass., reaches Concord at 2:38 p.m. Bells toll and flags are lowered to half-staff. At a memorial service the next day Gen. Franklin Pierce, just days before his election to the presidency, will be the principal...
There’s a slew of spooky and fun Halloween events coming up
We’re all well aware by now – or, at least we should be – that Halloween is coming up fast. Before you know it, it will be time to put away the inflatable witches and ghosts and start leafing through the grocery store flyers for good deals on turkey and yams.In the meantime, we have a lot of Halloween-related fun to have in this here city. We gave you a little sneak peak last week at some spooky events, but as we get closer to the...
There are plenty of pumpkins for sale all over Concord
There are all kinds of uses for pumpkins around this time of year. Some people like to make things like pumpkin pie and pumpkin muffins. Others prefer to carve them up and put them on the front steps. No matter the purpose, one thing is clear: Everybody loves pumpkins around Halloween.That’s why it’s a good thing there are so many places to get them in Concord.We checked in with several local business that have pumpkins for sale right...
We found out what’s new in costumes
It can be hard finding the right costume for Halloween. Whether its for your annual party, a night on the town or when you go trick-or-treating with the kids, it takes a lot of time and planning to decide on the right attire for the holiday. Just as a gentle reminder, there’s only two weeks until the big day – or less if your plans are for the weekend before. But don’t panic, we’re here to help. We checked in with the folks at...
We asked people on Main Street about their Halloween memories
Since Halloween is right around the corner (not literally, of course, as holidays don’t have any physical existence), we thought we’d go downtown and approach random people on the street to ask them a few questions about some of their fondest memories from Halloweens past. We tried to find a variety of ages and sexes, and we ended up getting some pretty interesting responses. Here’s what people had to say. Holly Dirie, age...
Roundup of live music, theater and movie listings in Concord
We have another jam-packed week of entertainment in the capital city ahead of us. From fiddle festivals to 1950s throwback concerts, there should be something for everybody out there this week. Here’s a look at what we found. Music Wednesday Open jam at Area 23 will kick off at 7 p.m. To take part in this free jam session, just show up and be ready to rock. They have instruments there for you to use, so you don’t need to bring...
25th Making Strides walk brings in $524,528
Thanks to another great fundraising endeavor, the Concord walk to support the American Cancer Society had its highest dollar amount, $524,528, since 2014. In 25 years of the event, Making Strides in Concord has brought in around $8 million for the fight against breast cancer.
Rake your leaves to the curb before Oct. 30
The city of Concord’s annual fall leaf collection will begin on Monday, Oct. 30 and continue through Dec. 8, as weather permits.Concord and Penacook residents participating in the program must rake their leaves (unbagged) to the curb for crews to collect. Residents should have leaves ready to the curb by the start of the program to not miss collection and be prepared for crews to only come by once since there is limited time for crews...
These three exhibits are worth going to see
As you’re probably well aware, Concord has art exhibits just about everywhere you look. And that’s a good thing. But the last couple months have been jam-packed with so many new shows that we haven’t been able to get to them all. And with shows at the N.H. Audubon McLane Center, the Society for the Protection of N.H. Forests and the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce about to be wrapped up in the next week or so, we had to ditch the...
NEC Concord to host Tom Petty tribute night
It was a sad time in many respects a few weeks ago. The tragedy in Las Vegas was of course the biggest story in the world, but rock and roll also lost a great legend in Tom Petty, a bit of news that otherwise would have been the lead story across the country. Petty’s music was extremely accessible, and people of all ages, colors and creeds know at least some of his work. Music fans around the world mourned the loss of the skeletal...
Concord is a happening place for exhibits
Concord is home to lots of great artists and art galleries.So each week, we are putting together a list of current exhibits (and ones that will soon open), so you can have a handy guide to all the art world happenings. That way, when you’re looking to scope out some cool painting, photographs or sculptures, you don’t have to look too far.Just think of it as our little gift to you.McGowanTerra Incognita: Becky Darling, Derrick Te Paske...
Concord Young Professionals Network: Caitlin Connelly loves Shaker Road School
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) introduces you to our “Young Professional of the Month,” Caitlin Connelly. Each month the CYPN Steering Committee recommends a young professional in the community it thinks readers would enjoy getting to know better. How old are you? 34 Where do you live? Concord Where do you currently work? I am currently the director of...
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Festival of Lights at Concord City Plaza Building Community in N.H. (formerly Bhutanese Community of N.H.) and Creating Community will host a Diwali Celebration on Wednesday, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at City Plaza, in front of the N.H. State House. Diwali – or Deepawali – is a Hindu holiday known as the “Festival of Lights” and is celebrated each autumn in the northern hemisphere (spring in southern hemisphere). One of the most popular...
This Week in Concord History
Oct. 17, 1908: Robert Abial “Red” Rolfe is born in Penacook. He will play baseball with the New York Yankees from 1934 to ‘42 and be hailed by many as the team’s best third baseman ever. His career will bridge those of Lou Gehrig and Joe DiMaggio. He will bat .293 lifetime and play in six World Series. After retiring as an active player, he will coach baseball and basketball at Yale, coach professionally in both sports, manage the...
