CAPPIES 2023: Shopping
Antiques1: Concord Antiques2: The Exchange – Andover3: Hilltop4: Parker French5: Junction 71 Beer/Wine Specialty Store1: NH State Liquor Store2: Wine On Main3: Capital Beverages4: Concord Food Co-op5: Oddball Book Store1: Gibson’s Bookstore2: MainStreet Bookends3: BAM4: Innisfree Bookshop5: Concord Antiques CBD Store1: Your CBD Store2: Clearly Balanced Days3: Concord Food Co-op4: Natural Wellness Corner Chocolate/Candy Store1:...
‘Chef’s Kiss’ at art school
What is the idea of Mastery and how can we, as a community, reappropriate the ideas of ‘the masters of visual art,’ into something more inclusive and more diverse? Thinking of Kerry James Marshall’s in depth analysis of ‘codified ideas of what it is to make art’ and how we ‘calibrate our art making against that system,’ was integral in this revamping of what has historically been known as a Kimball Jenkins Summer Masters Exhibition....
Book: ‘The Flamingo’
‘The Flamingo’ Guojing (141 pages, Children’s Graphic Novel, 2022) “The Flamingo” is a gorgeous graphic novel that’s excellent for introducing new readers (of any age) to the graphic novel format. Don’t be fooled by the 100+ page count: the story is a breeze to get through, being told nearly entirely in pictures, with very sparse text. The story follows a little girl who leaves her home in the city to visit her grandmother, or Lao Lao...
This week in Concord history
July 13, 2003: Authorities continue their search for Sarah and Philip Gehring of Concord in the Midwest. The 14- and 11-year-old were last seen with their father, 44-year-old Manuel A. Gehring of Concord, at the Memorial Field fireworks on July 4. FBI agents and local authorities scour highways and open land for the bodies of the two missing children by air and by ground, but do not find them. July 13, 1860: The grounds of the...
Bulletin board for the week of July 13, 2023
Wit and Wisdom: The Forgotten Literary Life of New England Villages Thursday, July 13, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Joan Radner visits Gibson’s Bookstore at Gibson’s Bookstore on 45 South Main Street in Concord to present her new book, Wit and Wisdom: The Forgotten Literary Life of New England Villages! In rural New Hampshire, Maine, and Vermont, ordinary men and women, farmers and intelligentsia, selectmen and schoolchildren...
Explore New Hampshire history
The 603 History Hunt kicked off on July 1 giving people a chance to see New Hampshire in ways they never have before. The 603 History Hunt takes you on the road to test your knowledge of the Granite State and complete a series of challenges. Visit the world’s longest candy counter, locate a scene from the movie “Jumanji,” or find the grave of America’s first Black celebrity — all located right here in New Hampshire. Choose which...
Stillwagon shows paintings
On display at the Concord Chamber of Commerce is an exhibit of oil paintings from New Hampshire artist Marianne Stillwagon. Seasoned artist Marianne Stillwagon showcases her artistic vision through a captivating collection of acrylic paintings inspired by the beautiful summer flowers of New England. Originally from South River, New Jersey, Stillwagon has lived in many cities across the country before settling in New Hampshire in 1976....
Brewing Festival returns to capital city
The NH Brewers Association presents the Keep NH Brewing Festival, which takes place July 8, from noon to 4 p.m. at Kiwanis Waterfront Park/Everett Arena, 15 Loudon Road in Concord. The NH Brewers Association’s 8th Annual Keep NH Brewing Festival will feature the largest collection of NH craft breweries at any Brewfest in the state and is the perfect opportunity to taste the best NH has to offer. This one-of-a-kind event is “For the...
Book: Unraveling
‘Unraveling: What I Learned About Life While Shearing Sheep, Dyeing Wool, and Making the World’s Ugliest Sweater’ By Peggy Orenstein (195 pages, Adult Non-fiction, 2023) We all know that during the COVID lockdowns people took up various hobbies, like baking bread. Peggy Orenstein took an extreme approach: already a knitter she decided to knit a sweater from wool she sheared, carded, spun, dyed, designed and knitted herself. As...
This week in Concord history
July 6, 2002: The State House is getting a makeover, the Monitor reports. The white portion of the octagonal structure, just below the gilded part of the dome, will be stripped and restored to the tune of $174,000. July 6, 2001: Joseph Whittey is found guilty of murdering 81-year-old Yvonne Fine in Concord nearly 20 years ago. Although Whittey had been a suspect early on, it wasn’t until last year that investigators discovered DNA...
Bulletin board for the week of July 6, 2023
Growing Up in Concord On July 6, from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Kathleen Bailey returns to Gibson’s Bookstore on 45 South Main Street in Concord, to present her new book of history, this time of a more personal bent, with “Growing Up in Concord, New Hampshire: Boomer Memories from White’s Park to the Capitol Theater.” In the 1950s and 1960s Concord was technically a city, but it more closely resembled a small town. Remote from the...
Hatbox hosts 3 one-acts
Granite Playwrights opens its show with a send-up of the famous film, “It Happened One Night.” Lindsay’s play, “It Happened One Afternoon,” is set in Chicago, 1938. Wendy Williams yearns to be free to make her own dumb choices. But her movie star brother, Gabe Clarkson, wants to save her, and Nick, her cop boyfriend, wants to control her. Meanwhile, two young ladies who work the nightshift at the Majestic Arms Hotel want to drive her...
Churches partner for concert series
First Congregational and Wesley United Methodist Churches are sponsoring a new summer concert series that will take place behind Wesley Methodist Church at 79 Clinton Street in Concord. The first show, a concert by the Wholly Rollers, takes place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 29. There’s a large, fenced in playground that kids can use while adults watch the concert and snacks/soft drinks will be available at a modest price. Local artist...
Book: “Where the Forest Meets the Stars”
“Where the Forest Meets the Stars” Glendy Vanderah (321 pages, Contemporary Fiction, 2019) “In Where the Forest Meets the Stars”, Jo Teale is an ornithologist spending the summer in a cabin located in the Shawnee Forest of Southern Illinois, doing field research for her PhD. Gradually, we learn that Jo has survived a lot in her young life; her mother died of breast cancer a few years ago, and then Jo’s cancer was caught early enough...
This week in Concord history
June 29, 2002: In Laconia, two bikers are shot in an episode that police link to motorcycle gang violence. “It appears that it’s part of the ongoing feud between the Hells Angels and rival motorcycle gangs,” says Laconia police Sgt. John MacLennan. The bikers are treated at Lakes Region General Hospital and released. June 29, 1835: Celia Thaxter is born. She will become a renowned Portsmouth poet. June 29, 1873: The...
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‘Where Ivy Dares to Grow: A Gothic Time Travel Love Story’ With author Marielle Thompson at Gibson’s Bookstore, 45 South Main Street in Concord on Friday, June 30, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Marielle Thompson returns to her childhood home of New Hampshire to present her debut novel, Where Ivy Dares to Grow: A Gothic Time Travel Love Story! Mexican Gothic meets Outlander in this spellbindingly atmospheric timeslip debut, as a woman...
Book: ‘The Mushroom Fan Club’
‘The Mushroom Fan Club’ By Elise Gravel (56 pages, Children’s Nonfiction Graphic Novel, 2018) Growing up, I always thought mushrooms were gross. They were the slimy, dirt-tasting sponges that my dad tried to slip into dinner without my knowledge. I’ve since changed my opinion on fungi – in fact I’ve become slightly obsessed. Now, I’m not a mycologist by any means, but I do fancy myself a budding fungi fanatic. I discovered “The...
Market Days returns with lots to see, do and taste
Get ready to experience the pinnacle of summer entertainment and community spirit as the 49th Annual Market Days Festival makes its grand return to downtown Concord from June 22 to 24. This three-day extravaganza promises a jam-packed schedule of fun, excitement, and unforgettable moments for attendees of all ages. Market Days Festival has firmly established itself as the premier event in Concord, attracting locals and visitors alike...
Bulletin board for the week of June 22, 2023
In Full Bloom Garden Tour Saturday, June 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. take a self-guided tour through eight gardens in Concord’s South and West Ends. Pick up a program at Kimball Jenkins and visit gardens in any order. The event will be held rain or shine, and pricing is $20 in advance at http://www.concordgardenclubnh.com, or $25 on the day of the event at Kimball Jenkins. Heart and Hands: A pottery workshop for the visually...
This week in Concord history
June 22, 1825: The Marquis de Lafayette, hero of the American Revolution, visits Concord during his government-sponsored tour of all 24 states. Driven down Main Street in a four-wheel carriage, he is greeted by a crowd of 30,000 to 40,000. At the State House, 200 to 300 Revolutionary War veterans gather to shake his hand. Many weep. Nine years later, Concord’s Fayette Street will be named in memory of this day. An elm planted on the...
Making Market Days a Sustainable Event
Intown Concord announces that Market Days, the largest festival in downtown Concord, will be going green this year, thanks to the generous support of our Sustainability Sponsor, New Hampshire Federal Credit Union. With a commitment to reducing environmental impact, Market Days 2023 will feature various sustainability initiatives aimed at promoting recycling, waste reduction, and eco-conscious practices. Scheduled to take place from...
City newsletter: New faces in the office
Here’s a look at what was included in last week’s city newsletter. Meetings City meetings are held in person in Council Chambers at 37 Green Street (unless otherwise specified on the City’s calendar). Upcoming meetings include: Zoning Board of Adjustment: July 5, 6 p.m. City Council: July 10, 7 p.m. Visit concordnh.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for agendas, which are posted prior to the meetings. View the City calendar for more...
Youth theater company celebrates 20 years
The Concord based premiere youth theater company, RB Productions, celebrates its 20th birthday this summer. RB Productions started in the spring of 2003 by Bow High School student Ryan Brown with the help of music teacher Clint Klose. Their first production, Godspell, was performed at the Concord City Auditorium in the summer of 2003. The goal was to break even so there could be a season two. At first, RB focused on mainstage...
White Park splash pad completed
White Park in Concord will have an exciting new attraction this summer. The original kiddie pool at the park has been replaced with a brand-new splash pad that features several splash and spray elements, including aquatic and floral ornaments, tumble buckets, surface sprays, and a mushroom raindrop refurbished from the previous pool. The upgrade will provide family-friendly fun for all ages for many years to come. This is the fifth...
Sharing off-beat talents at Kimball Jenkins
Kimball Jenkins is thrilled to announce an upcoming open mic night titled “Mic at the Manor.” This exciting event will take place on June 21 in the Kimball Jenkins Carriage House, located at 266 N. Main St, Concord, at 5:30pm. “Mic at the Manor” aims to provide a platform for local talent to shine and share their creativity in an intimate, off-beat, and welcoming setting. Musicians, poets, comedians, and performers of all genres are...
Summertime serenading in the area
Music on the Patio Calling all music lovers back to the highly anticipated Summer Concert Series, Music on the Patios, for 2023. The Courtyard Marriott, at 70 Constitution Ave., in Concord, has a beautiful outdoor patio and wants to show it off. The hotel will be hosting Music on The Patio, a music series that will run every Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. The series will be free and open to the public. Thanks to the incredible efforts of...
This week in Concord history
June 15, 2002: Concord High School junior Rachel Umberger wins the national title for the 800 meters. She runs it in 2 minutes, 9.67 seconds, a personal best. June 15, 1983: The Legislature fails to override Gov. John Sununu’s veto of a bill establishing Earth Care Week in honor of the late governor Hugh Gallen. Sununu objects to the section of the bill stating concern for protecting New Hampshire and the planet from the...
Book: “Just Jerry: How Drawing Shaped My Life”
“Just Jerry: How Drawing Shaped My Life” By Jerry Pinkney (146 pages, Memoir – Juvenile Nonfiction 2023) When Caldecott-winning illustrator Jerry Pinkney died in 2021 he left behind the mostly completed manuscript for this memoir, but only the sketches for his planned illustrations. Pinkney spent years writing his story, recalling his childhood in Philadelphia in the 1940’s and 50’s and the many people in his family and community who...
Bulletin board for the week of June 15, 2023
Storytelling Through Traditional Irish Music On Friday, June 16 at 2 p.m. at the Richard Brown House on 142 South Village Road in Loudon, through traditional music Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki relays some of the adventures, misadventures, and emotions experienced by Irish emigrants. The focus is on songs about leaving Ireland, sometimes focusing on the reasons for leaving (a man who is driven from his land by English persecution), sometimes...
CYPN: Molly Lunn Owen amplifies young voices in NH
Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) introduces you to the “Young Professional of the Month,” Molly Lunn Owen. Each month, the CYPN Steering Committee recommends a young professional in the community it thinks readers would enjoy getting to know better. Molly Lunn Owen How old are you? 33. Where do you live? Manchester—but the Concord side! Where do you currently work? I serve as Executive Director of 603 Forward and The...
