Rock ‘N Race is a big money maker for Payson Center
The 15th annual Rock ‘N Race was held last week and the event continues to bring in lots of money for Concord Hospital’s Payson Center for Cancer Care. Nearly 5,000 people participated in the road race/walk that raised close to $400,000. After a decade and a half, the total amount brought in for the Payson Center is closing in on $5 million.
Take a hike with the Concord Trails Committee
Join the Concord Trails Committee for a hike of the Sewalls Falls and Morono Park trails on Saturday at 10 a.m. The Sewalls Falls trail is approximately three miles roundtrip. The walk will take you north of the new bridge (which is quite a nice bridge if you ask us) to the Lower Oxbow Pond and back. If you’re so inclined, you can choose to continue the walk on the Morono Park trails for an additional two miles roundtrip. Plan for 2...
Big plant sale in Bow on Saturday
The Bow Garden Club will hold its annual spring plant sale on Saturday at the Bow Community Building, 3 Bow Center Road, from 8 a.m. to noon.Annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetable starters, hardy plants culled from members’ gardens and gorgeous hanging plants will be available for purchase with proceeds to benefit the Bow High School Scholarship Program and the club’s ongoing civic beautification efforts around the town of Bow.Garden...
Zonta Club Concord gives out scholarships at NHTI
The Zonta Club of Concord recently awarded $6,500 in scholarships to five NHTI students: Krista Boyce, Danielle Bragdon, Courtnie Clark, Jessica Daniels and Jennette Wolfgram.Scholarships from the Zonta Club of Concord are geared toward women who have returned to college five (or more) years after graduating from high school. Clark and Wolfgram are both first-year nursing students; Boyce is earning a degree in health science with a...
Audition for ‘A Christmas Carol’ at the Audi on Monday
While we understand that not a single one of you wants to hear the word Christmas right now, it’s kind of a necessary thing. That’s because the N.H. Theatre Factory and the Concord Community Concert Association are teaming up for a very special event this November. After debuting at the Concord City Auditorium in 2010, A Christmas Carol: The Musical Ghost Story – N.H. Theatre Factory Artistic Director Joel Mercier’s thrilling...
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Celebrate Cancer Survivors Day Concord Hospital will celebrate Cancer Survivors Day on Sunday, June 4, at the Payson Center for Cancer Care. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. and the program begins at 1 p.m. Bring your circle of support and join the festivities including guest speaker and cancer survivor Jamie O’Rourke. Music is provided by Performers Who Care. Other activities include educational exhibits, drumming for health and...
This Week in Concord History
May 23, 1864: The Monitor is published for the first time. The city’s first daily newspaper, it is founded “to present the news . . . swearing to the words of no master.” May 23, 2003: New Hampshire Technical Institute in Concord graduates its largest-ever class, handing out 528 two-year associate’s degrees. May 24, 1844: Samuel F.B. Morse, who began his career as a Concord mechanic, sends the first message over his...
Book of the Week: ‘Of Fire and Stars’
Of Fire and StarsAudrey Coulthurst2016, 389 pagesGenre: YA Fiction Dennaleia is a princess betrothed to the prince of neighboring kingdom Mynaria. Having been prepared thoroughly in every subject and skill necessary to her position in her matriarchal homeland, she is frustrated by the disdain she receives for acting as a future queen in the much more patriarchal Mynaria. Her only escape from loneliness and annoyance at being ignored...
We tried some of the best things Cappies winners had to offer
The week we’ve all had circled on our calendars is finally here – it’s the Cappies Issue.This is when we show you the results of your voting on the best Concord has to offer. Many will use this issue as the definitive guide to what’s good in the city, so it’s always a pretty big deal.This year, we decided to see for ourselves what everybody else has apparently already seen. We set out to check out some of the winners and find out what...
Learn life skills at library’s How-To Festival
Do you ever sit around feeling like you just don’t know how to do anything?Don’t let that get you down – instead, just check out the How-To Festival at Concord Public Library this Saturday, where everyone will walk away with more life skills and general knowledge than they went in with.The second annual event – which will take place at the library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – celebrates the “broad and diverse offerings of Concord...
Canoe and kayak demo day coming up Sunday
Are you in the market for a new canoe, kayak or stand-up paddle board? Have you always thought about trying one out, but don’t know where to start? Well, do we have the best idea ever. On Sunday, Contoocook River Canoe Co. is hosting its annual demo day at its 9 Horse Hill Road location. There will be more than 250 canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards available to try out on the Contoocook River. And if you try one and it’s not...
Havenwood staffers had a competition to see how many people they could stuff into a VW Bug
Staffers at Havenwood Heritage Heights teamed up last week to see who could fit more adults into a Volkswagen Beetle. Havenwood is celebrating its 50th anniversary all year long, and the Stuff a Bug competition was the latest installment of fun activities going on throughout the year. After a lot of contorting, cramming and twisting, both teams — Stuffed Bugs (green) and Herbie’s Love Children (blue) — managed to...
Bow Rotary to host car show
Calling all car lovers, enthusiasts and general fans.The annual Bow Rotary Club car show is on tap for this Saturday, and that means you’ll be able to see all kinds of gas-powered vehicles, from classic cars to trucks and motorcycles.The show will be held in its usual location, in the large field next to the Concord Group and across from Bow Mills United Methodist Church (505 South St., Bow) It will take place from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m....
On Display: New photography exhibit at Audubon McLane Center
Sherie Dowsett is currently showing her nature photography at the Audubon McLane Center through the end of June. Capturing wildlife in its natural surroundings, Dowsett’s work includes many species of birds, a moose and a few squirrels. And if you like what you see here (which the photos are actually in color), there’s plenty more to check out. Just give the Audubon a call at 224-9909 to check the availability of the room.
Don’t forget: Rock ‘N Race is this Thursday
You probably saw last week’s Insider with all kinds of great coverage about this year’s Rock ‘N Race in it. But since we put it out the week prior to the event, we thought it might be a good idea to remind you that the 15th annual fundraiser for the Payson Center for Cancer Care is Thursday in downtown Concord. The fun begins at 6 p.m., and whether you decide to run, walk or skip, there’s lots of music to enjoy during your trip...
Student work to be shown at New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival at Red River
It’s never hard to find some good films being shown in Concord, and this Saturday will feature a whole slew of them created by New Hampshire high school students.Now in its 10th year, the 2017 New Hampshire High School Short Film Festival will take place at Red River Theatres on Saturday, beginning at noon.This year’s 24 films include animation, comedy, drama, documentary, music video and public service announcements/commercials. They...
Chalk art sure can brighten your day
We found this piece of street art on the sidewalk outside of the Smile Building last week, and it certainly was a nice way to start the day. And to whoever created it, you have a nice day, too.
Two friends to perform ‘Gutenberg! The Musical!’ at Hatbox Theatre
Fans of drama, comedy, musicals and a little bit of history have a real treat in store for them this weekend.That’s because Hatbox Theatre will host two showings of the quirky play Gutenberg! The Musical! – one on Saturday night and one Sunday afternoon. The show has a lot going on, but at its core it’s basically about two struggling playwrights who have written a play (about Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of movable type) that...
GoodLife is having a 2-day yard sale
Now that warmer weather is here, you’re about to start seeing lots of signs all over the city alerting you to upcoming yard sales. It’s one of those signs of spring that make you all warm and fuzzy inside. Because who doesn’t love a good yard sale? It’s the place to find some pretty neat and obscure stuff for a great deal. As the old saying goes, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. And in an effort to raise some money, GoodLife...
This area is a gold mine for farmers markets
Who’s your farmer? This message is printed across one of my favorite T-shirts. Can you answer that question? Amidst our modern-day conveniences, many of us struggle with it. This is a common, and treatable, symptom of the disconnection we share with our food. A few years back, I had trouble answering that question. My farmer was that ubiquitous plaid-clad individual, standing in front of rolling fields dotted with cows. That was on...
You should go test out the new Audi seats
With gratitude to our generous and caring community, The Friends of The Audi are pleased to announce the completion of our 2016-17 project, restoration of the theatre’s historic seats – all 850 of them! Starting with the August Pitch In’s bulk mail announcement and the Season Opening GALA’s introduction of the project’s symbol – the Audi Gopher, the Seat Restoration Project has met all its goals and deadlines. Imagine: $105,000 raised...
This Week in Concord History
May 16, 1893: After a sensational trial in the killing of a young woman who jilted him, Frank C. Almy, also known as George Abbott, is executed at the state prison. He is the ninth man hanged in New Hampshire and the last before capital punishment is repealed. It will be resumed in 1916. The execution is botched, the rope slipping over Almy’s head as he falls. Over his protests, he is quickly hanged again – and efficiently....
Book of the Week: ‘Tiffany Girl’
Tiffany Girl Deeanne Gist 2015, 508 pages Fiction Did you know that there were “Tiffany Girls” – women who worked for Tiffany, the famous stained-glass and jewelry company? For the 1893 World’s Fair in Chicago, Louis Comfort Tiffany was planning to create a state-of-the-art stained-glass mosaic chapel. But his male workers went on strike, so Tiffany hired young women from the Arts Students League of New York. Beautiful,...
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Learn about bird migration Tuesday In spring the natural phenomena of bird migration is heralded by the surge of songs, colors and new arrivals each day. It’s a challenging journey for the birds, made possible by healthy stop-over sites to rest and refuel along the way. Learn about these migratory wonders, how they do it, the challenges they face, and how we can help them at the N.H. Audubon McLane Center on Tuesday (May 16) at 7 p.m....
It’s the moment you’ve all been waiting for . . .
After a monthlong vote, many days and late nights spent tallying up the ballots, we finally have the answer to the most important question in the Capital Region right now: Who won this year’s Cappies?Well, the answer is lots of local businesses, to be exact, since there were five main categories – fun, shopping, health and beauty, living and food and drink – with 94 subcategories to vote for.And while that is a daunting task to say...
Want to know why people run Rock ‘N Race?
Barbara Meighan Team: Captain of Lincoln Strong! (Originally Friends of Brian Robinson. How long have you participated in Rock ‘N Race? I have participated in the Rock ‘N Race since its inception in May 2003. I was on the planning committee and went to weekly morning meetings with Peter Ellinwood, Steve Duprey and Claudia Walker, when all anyone knew was we wanted to raise money to finish the Payson Center and assist families...
You can’t have a Rock ‘N Race without tunes
The Rock ‘N Race is a peculiar event for musicians. On one hand, it’s a great opportunity to showcase your skills in the heart of the capital city for thousands of people.But on the other hand, most of those people are running in a race and therefore won’t really be able to stop and listen to the music.For Matt Poirier, a musician who plays in Concord all the time – including the past six Rock ‘N Races and the upcoming one – that’s...
Instagram: Check out this race-ready photo we found
With the Rock ‘N Race upon us, we scoured the interwebs for a nice Instagram shot that tied into that theme, and look at what we found. Instagram user @michaelpmurphy posted this shot of his running kicks – and those killer argyle socks! It’s not too often that we see an argyle sock with the skull and crossbones emblem on it, so when we do, we must run it. Have you taken a cool shot around Concord? Put it on Instagram with the hashtag...
GSM to feature tributes to Bruce Springsteen
Fans of The Boss will want to take note – NEC Concord’s next installment of Granite State of Mind will be a tribute to Bruce Springsteen and all of his blue-collar charm.This Saturday, the little campus on North Main Street will turn into E Street, if you will, as some of the rocker’s biggest hits will be played by musicians from the community.The free show starts at 5:30 p.m. with doors opening at 5 – and for a show like this, you...
Dress down for ‘Big Lebowski’ at Red River
Phone’s ringing, Dude!And on the other end is Red River Theatres, letting you know that it’s time for another far-out night of The Big Lebowski.That’s right, the 1998 cult classic Coen brothers comedy is coming back to the big screen for one night only at Red River, and it’s going to be a whole event. On Thursday starting at 7 p.m., get over to Red River – you know, like, at whatever pace feels comfortable, man – to watch everybody’s...
