Juried show at Civic Center
The Jaffrey Civic Center is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest art show, “The JCC Juried Show: Contrasts in Time, Tradition and Transformation,” showcasing the work of Jill Fischman, Seth Holtzman, Mary Bradley, Edith Beal Tuttle, Judy Unger-Clark, Susan Garry, Don Collins, Martha Behrens-Temple, Amy McGregor-Radin, Holly Harmon-Morse, Paul R Cooper, Phil Bean, and Maureen Ahern. The exhibition will run through Sept. 21 in...
Exploring grief through art with Peter Bruun
3S Artspace is pleased to announce its next exhibition, Each Has Their Grief, running from Aug. 16 to Oct. 13. An opening reception and opportunity to meet the artist will be held Friday, Aug.16, from 5 to 8 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Five years after the death of his daughter from an accidental overdose, Peter Bruun turned to his studio for solace. Going headlong into his grief, for three years he excavated his...
‘Constructs’ at the Gallery
PILLAR Gallery + Projects (Concord, NH) fifth exhibition, CONSTRUCTS, explores distinct visual languages in geometric abstraction and sculptural form. Artists include Eric Katzman, Trevor Toney, Jenny McGee Dougherty, Damion Silver, and Don Williams. Each artist has a unique vocabulary and grammar centered around defined shape and form, from precisely crafted minimalism to exploratory expression. The exhibition focuses heavily on...
‘Somewhere to Remember’ exhibit opens in Hopkinton
Courtesy— The upcoming exhibition at Two Villages Art Society (TVAS) in Hopkinton features the work of Campton artist Lizzy Berube. The exhibition “Somewhere to Remember” opens Saturday, Aug. 10, at the gallery at 846 Main Street in the village of Contoocook. The show opens with a 12 to 2 p.m. reception that is free and open to the public and runs through Sept. 7. Lizzy Berube paints large seasonal landscapes in acrylic and oil,...
FLOWER POWER
Courtesy of Sunfox Farm Wander through 20 acres of breathtaking sunflowers, the largest sunflower field in New Hampshire, at Sunfox Farm’s 6th Annual Sunflower Festival from August 10 to 18 in Concord. At Sunfox Farm, we grow sunflowers not only for the high-quality cooking oil we cold press from their seeds but also to celebrate their natural beauty with the public. Our festival features a vibrant lineup of daily live music from...
CYPN: Brewer makes networking more approachable
Aaron Baker Mulberry Creek Imagery-Alexandra Brewer Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) introduces you to the “Young Professional of the Month,” Alexandra Brewer. Each month, the CYPN Steering Committee recommends an individual in the community it thinks readers would enjoy getting to know better. How old are you? 29. Where do you live? Manchester. Where do you currently work? Cleveland, Waters and Bass, P.A. as an Associate...
Auditions open for Players
Audition for Community Players of Concord’s production of Bye Bye Birdie Auditions for Bye Bye Birdie, a send-up of the 1950’s, small-town America, teenagers and rock & roll, will be held by the Community Players of Concord on August 18 and 19. This will be the first production of the Player’s exciting 97th season and will be performed on November 22, 23 and 24 at the City Auditorium. The production will be a perfect...
Northeast Chamber Music Seminar at Avaloch Institute in Boscawen
The Northeast Chamber Music Seminar, formerly the Lake Placid Chamber Music Seminar, offers adult string players and pianists of all levels the opportunity to play, study and perform great chamber music literature on the beautiful campus of Avaloch Farm Music Institute in Boscawen. This special event is Tuesday, Aug. 6, to Sunday, Aug. 11 at Avaloch Farm Music Institute (16 Hardy Lane, Boscawen). Participants will work with a stellar...
The Loft at Hermit Woods Welcomes KR Collective NH
Courtesy-KR Collective The Loft at Hermit Woods is thrilled to announce the debut of KR Collective on Friday, August 2, and continuing on the first Friday of every month thereafter. KR Collective, featuring acclaimed guitarist Randy Roos and multi-instrumentalist Dave Kobrenski (Fula flute, djembe, ngoni), promises to deliver a live musical experience like no other. Accompanied by a rotating lineup of exceptional musicians,...
Cappies 2024: Weddings
Weddings sponsored by Nicole’s Greenhouse & Florist Bridal & Formal Wear Britches Arnaldo Joseph A Day to Remember Caterer Washington Street Café & Catering The Brussel Custom Catering Alan’s of Boscawen Florist Lily Flower Floral Designs Cobblestone Sweet Lavender Floral Design Jeweler sponsored by Goldsmiths Gallery Capital Craftsman Jewelers Goldsmiths Gallery Foster’s Fine Jewelry – New London,...
Cappies 2024: Sports and Rec
Sports & Rec sponsored by YMCA of Concord Best spot to take visitors Downtown Concord McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center Beech Hill Farm Bowling Alley Boutwell’s FunSpot Yankee Lanes Campground The Friendly Beaver Jellystone, Glen Ellis Cascade Farm Stand Apple Hill Farm Pumpkin Blossom Farm Concord’s Farmers Market Fitness Center Thrive Group Fitness / Jazzercise of Concord 2 Home Fitness Worthy Mind & Movement Golf...
Cappies 2024: Shopping
Shopping sponsored by Apple House Furniture Antiques Antique Gallery Concord Antiques DIY Craft and Thrift Beer/Wine Specialty Store Wine on Main Capital Beverages Smoke N Barley Book Store Gibson’s Bookstore Main Street Bookends BAM CBD Store Your CBD Store, Concord Natural Wellness Corner Clearly Balanced Days Chocolate/Candy Store Granite State Candy True Confections Candies & Gifts Kellerhause Clothing Alteration / Tailor...
Cappies 2024: Services
Services sponsored by Heritage Home Service Bank Merrimack County Savings Bank Ledyard National Bank Franklin Savings Bank Best Place to Work Ledyard National Bank ADF Flooring Concord Hospital Butcher Shop Tuckaway Tavern, Raymond Wine’ing Butcher, Pembroke Concord Beef and Seafood Contractor Cobb Hill Construction, Concord R.S. Audley Incorporated, Bow Jasmor Properties, Concord Credit Union New Hampshire Federal Credit Union...
Cappies 2024: Pets
Pets sponsored by NY Smoke & Vape Shop Boarder Woodlawn Pet Resort Brookwood Pet Resort RueBakers Pet Supply Groomer Pawtopia Woodlawn Pet Resort Bark Now! Pet Supply Sandy’s Osborne’s Chewy Trainer No Monkey Business Dog Training Finlayson’s K9 to 5 Dog Services Veterinarian Cilley Veterinary Clinic Henniker Veterinary Hospital Appletree Animal Hospital,...
Cappies 2024: Medical
Medical sponsored by Trend Acupuncture Acupuncturist Trend Acupuncture, Concord Concord Family Acupuncture Five Seasons Acupuncture, Concord Audiologist Better Hearing Center LLC, Concord Alliance Hearing Center, Concord New England Audiology, Concord Cancer Care Payson Center, Concord Hospital Dana Farber, Londonderry The Elliot, Manchester Cardiac Care Concord Hospital Dr. Gutierrez – Concord Hospital Dr. Newton – Concord Hospital...
Cappies 2024: Health & Beauty
Health & Beauty sponsored by Serendipity Day Spa Barber Shop Buzz Ink, Concord Lucky’s, Concord South Mane, Concord Gym sponsored by The Zoo Health Club Thrive Group Fitness / Jazzercise of Concord 2 Home Fitness, Concord Capital Fitness, Concord Hair Salon Chrome, Concord Flora’s Hair Salon, Concord Euphoria Hair Salon, Concord Manicure / Pedicure sponsored by Roy Nails Roy Nails, Concord Glow Nails & Beauty, Concord Paull...
Cappies 2024: Fun Food
Fun Food sponsored by Constantly Pizza Bakery 1. Cake Mama, Hillsboro 2. Wyatt’s Wicked Goods, Chichester 3. Bread and Chocolate, Concord 3. Crust and Crumb, Concord Burgers 1. The Barley House, Concord 2. Vibes, Concord 3. Five Guys, Concord Chicken Wings/Tenders 1. The Puritan, Manchester 2. Cavern Sports Bar & Grill, Pembroke 3. T-BONES Great American Eatery, Concord Coffee sponsored by Brothers...
Cappies 2024: Dining
Dining sponsored by Alan’s of Boscawen Asian Food 1. Szechuan Gardens, Concord 2. Chen Yang Li, Bow 3. Tea Garden, Concord Barbecue 1. Washington Street Cafe, Concord 2. Smokeshow Barbeque, Concord 3. Georgia’s, Concord Breakfast Fare 1. Shirley’s Kitchen, Pembroke 2. Tuckers, Concord 3. The Post, Concord Buffet 1. Alan’s of Boscawen 2. Red Blazer, Concord 3. Hart’s Turkey Farm, Meredith Dinner 1. Casa...
Cappies 2024: Automotive
Automotive sponsored by Tim’s Truck Capital Auto Body 1. Guimond’s Auto Body, Concord 2. Above All Collision, Concord 3. Weed Family Automotive, Concord Auto Detailing 1. Concord Auto Spa 2. Agoubi Auto Detailing, Franklin 3. Concord Car Care Auto Parts 1. Sanel Napa Auto Parts, Concord 2. Batteries Plus Bulbs, Manchester 3. Gilbert Driveline Service & Supply, Inc., Manchester Auto Repair 1. Weed Family...
Cappies 2024: Arts & Entertainment
Arts & Entertainment sponsored by New Hampshire Federal Credit Union After Hours Hangout sponsored by Cheers Grille & Bar 1. Cheers, Concord 2. Beanie’s Bar & Grill, Loudon 3. El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant, Concord Art Gallery 1. Currier Museum of Art, Manchester 2. Two Villages Art Society, Contoocook 3. Twiggs Gallery, Boscawen Birthday Party Venue 1. Beech Hill Farm, Hopkinton 2. Chuckster’s,...
Cappies 2024: Active Aging
Active Aging sponsored by Havenwood Heritage Heights 55+ Communities 1. Havenwood Heritage Heights, Concord 2. John H. Whitaker Place, Concord 3. Granite Ledges of Concord Assisted Living 1. Havenwood Heritage Heights, Concord 2. John H. Whitaker Place, Concord 3. Presidential Oaks, Concord Home Health Care 1. Granite VNA, multiple locations 2. Age At Home, Concord 3. Visiting Angels, multiple...
Loading Dock Concert Series
3S Artspace is pleased to announce the Loading Dock Concert Series. These outdoor shows, held in the Loading Dock area at 3S, will be free and open to the public, with a suggested donation of $12. The Loading Dock Concert Series is back this summer with new regional acts and fan favorites in the lineup! Says Beth Falconer, Executive Director of 3S Artspace, “This year, we’re giving you the opportunity to choose your own 3S adventure —...
Free, family fun in Concord
Courtesy- Logan Arnt, of Pembroke and Ben Miliotis of West Franklin get to know each other after their parents put them up on the deck of the town fire truck in Canterbury. Free family event: NHFCU’s TOUCH-a-TRUCK On Saturday, July 20, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. (70 Airport Road, Concord) Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled afternoon of various vehicles, bouncy house, dunk tank, free Kona Ice, musician Mike Morris, and a...
New Hampshire Telephone Museum partners with The Honor Bear Project
Courtesy- Flag installation. The New Hampshire Telephone Museum (NHTM) is proud to partner with The Honor Bear Project on a Suicide Awareness Flag Display on Saturday, July 20 at 1 p.m. The Honor Bear Project is a military suicide flag installation that brings attention to this national tragedy. Attendees are asked to participate by helping to ‘plant’ over 660 American flags to represent the number of veterans we lose to suicide every...
Loon Festival to be held July 20
Kittie Wilson- A 5-day-old loon chick is fed a minnow by one of its parents while its sibling hitches a ride on Pleasant Lake in New London. If you see an adult loon with chicks, make sure to stay at least 150 feet from them so the parents can concentrate on feeding and caring for their chicks. The Loon Preservation Committee (LPC) will conduct its Annual Loon Census on July 20 from 8 to 9 a.m. During that hour, LPC staff and...
Electric Earth Concerts presents ‘Trois Frères’
Courtesy- Gabriela Diaz, violinist. Electric Earth Concerts presents “Trois Frères” on Thursday, July 18 at 7 p.m. at the First Church in Jaffrey Three French composers come to life in the hands of pianist Mihae Lee and a band of eight distinguished musicians – the first of two collaborations this season with the Sebago-Long Lake festival. Featuring Stephen Taylor, oboe, Adrian Morejon, bassoon, Benjamin Fingland, clarinet; William...
Lavender days
Courtesy— Lavender picking at Pumpkin Blossom Farm in Warner. Courtesy photos. The Lavender Fields at Pumpkin Blossom Farm welcomes you to visit the farm and pick your own fresh bundle of lavender through Sunday, July 21, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. All dates are subject to change based on weather and growing conditions. Visit pumpkinblossomfarm.com/ for updates. Staff will provide you with instructions and the sanitized supplies you...
FEATURED FURNITURE
The NH Furniture Masters will hold a summer-long exhibition at the historic John Hay Estate at The Fells on Lake Sunapee in Newbury this season. “The opportunity to exhibit our work at the Fells is an absolute treat!” expressed Ted Blachly, NH Furniture Master and curator of the Summer At The Fells exhibition. “I was so impressed by the staff, supporters and volunteers who care so much for this gem of an estate on Lake Sunapee. The...
The 3rd Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest!
Courtesy The Spicy Shark proudly presents the highly anticipated 3rd Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest, a spicy festival that will delight heat seekers and hot sauce enthusiasts alike. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27 (Rain date: July 28), from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the scenic outdoor field behind Smuttynose Brewery in Hampton. Building upon the success of the first two years, this year’s event promises an even hotter...
Creativity, community and conversation
Courtesy Poetry & Pie Poetry Reading at Twiggs Gallery Twiggs Gallery, in partnership with Concord Makerspace, is launching the “Third Thursday Discussion Series: Building Creative Communities” beginning on Thursday, July 18, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Twiggs Gallery (254 King Street in Boscawen). The series will feature an open-style panel discussion inviting audience interaction and feedback. The event is free and open to the...
