Entertainment for Jan. 6 to 15
Live music Jan. 6 Purgin Sin with King’s Petition at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Dave Gerard at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 7 Brooks Young Band at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Lucas Gallo at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Jan. 8 Get the Led Out at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. John McArthur at the Downtown Concord Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon Alex Cohen at Concord Craft Brewing from 3 to 5 p.m. Mikey G. at Chen Yang Li...
A whole world of winter
Indoor Ice Skating The Everett Arena offers ice skating from mid-September through mid-March. During the ice skating season, the arena offers public skating, stick practice, skating lessons for beginners, learn to play hockey, travel youth hockey, and high school hockey. Public ice skating hours are Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Admission is $6. Kids ages 3 and under are free. Skate...
Final days to view holiday light display
Time is running out if you haven’t yet visited the Gift of Lights at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. View more than 3.5 million twinkly LED lights for the 11th annual display of holiday cheer through Jan. 2. This year, the 2.5-mile drive-thru light show will feature 3.5 million lights, a 150-foot RGB (red/green/blue) Tunnel of Lights, new arches, toys, numerous scenes including the popular 12 Days of Christmas and much more. Crews are...
Share a snapshot of holiday lights
The Concord Monitor and Next level Auto are sponsoring a Holiday Light Display Contest. From indoor holiday lights to outdoor festive displays we want you to help light up our page! To enter, submit a picture of holiday lights that you enjoy during the holiday season! One random participant will win a $250 Car Care Package from Next Level Auto! The package includes free oil change, free alignment, free tire rotation, free tire balance...
Entertainment for Dec. 16 to 26
Live music Dec. 16 Ken Clark at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Holiday Party with Chicken at Penuche’s Buzz Ball at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. Dec. 17 Blue Light Rain at Area 23 at 8 p.m. The Special Guests at Penuche’s Million Dollar Quartet Christmas at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. Matt Flinner and Low Lily at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Dec. 18 Matt Poirier at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Piccola Opera presents the...
‘Impressions: Nature’
New Hampshire Art Association artist Daniela Edstrom will have her artwork on display in an exhibit titled, “Impressions: Nature,” at the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center beginning Dec. 20. In this exhibit, Edstrom aims to explore the abstract quality of the light, form and color in the New England landscape. “Sunlight and its play of light and shadow is perceived as halos of vibrating strokes and bold minimalist...
Concord Young Professional of the Month: Hannah Matillano
Concord Young Professionals Network introduces you to the “Young Professional of the Month,” Hannah Matillano. Each month, the CYPN Steering Committee recommends a young professional in the community it thinks readers would enjoy getting to know better. Hannah Matillano How old are you? 24 Where do you live? Concord Where do you currently work? For the past two years, I’ve been working as a Sales Associate with CheckmateHCM! We help...
City readies for winter
The city manager’s office sent out the City Manager’s Newsletter last Friday. The full newsletter can be found by going to concordnh.gov and clicking the “Newsletter” button. Here are some highlights: Wreaths Across America The annual Wreaths Across America event will be held on Dec. 18, in area cemeteries. Each December on National Wreaths Across America Day, the mission is to “Remember, Honor and Teach,” carried out by coordinating...
Entertainment for Dec. 9 – 15
Live music Dec. 9 Paul Bourgelais at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 10 Matt Nakoa Band at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Classic Invasion at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Duo Del Inferno at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Dec. 11 Zach Deputy at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Professor Harp at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Mary Fagan at the Downtown Concord Winter Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon Alex Cohan at Contoocook Cider Company from 1 to 4 p.m. Alan Roux at...
Great things, small packages
Whether you’re searching for stocking-stuffers, tokens for your kids’ teachers or major checkmarks on your holiday shopping list, a quick loop through downtown can have you crossing off all your to-dos. While this is by no means a comprehensive list, here are a few things that caught our eye during an afternoon of window shopping last Sunday. Still not quite sure what to get? Downtown Dollars can be picked up at Merrimack County...
Film set in N.H. gets first screening in 100 years
It’s a film that hasn’t played in theaters since its original release exactly one century ago. And it’s set in fictional ‘Hampton Center, N.H.,’ a small town where a pair of big-city crooks hide out from the law. It’s Straight is the Way, a Paramount release that proved a modest box office success in the spring of 1921. The film then completely disappeared — until now. Next month, Red River Theaters of Concord will host the world...
Annual evening of holiday shopping
Intown Concord will present the 28th Annual Midnight Merriment on Dec. 3 from 5 p.m. to midnight. As the “unofficial” start of the holiday season, the return of Midnight Merriment signifies a hopeful time for both downtown businesses and shoppers. The festivities will be kicked off by the one and only, Nazzy of WJYY at City Plaza, and will include holiday music, lights, strolling carolers, s’mores, and hot cocoa stations. Many of the...
Live music Dec. 2 Badfish, a tribute to Sublime, will be at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Dec. 3 Boston Brass Band will perform at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. Brian Munger at 7 p.m. and Side Peace at 9 p.m. at Area 23. The Ghost of Paul Revere at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Dec. 4 Top of the World, a Carpenters Christmas Show, at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. Dank Sinatra at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Colin...
Entertainment: Nov. 25 to Dec. 5
Live music Nov. 25 Jam Session at Area 23 at 7 p.m. Nov. 26 Tumble Toads at Penuches at 9 p.m. Josh Foster at Contoocook Cider Company from 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 27 John Franzosa at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Neighbor at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Scott Solsky at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Dan Morgan and Chris O’Neil at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Paul Driscoll at the Downtown Concord Winter Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon April Cushman at Contoocook...
Bulletin board: Festivities and fun around the city
Tree lightings The Concord Tree Lighting in City Plaza will take place Nov. 26 with activities 4 to 6 p.m. There will be a collection for nonperishable food and unwrapped toys, hot chocolate and apple cider, children’s activities, and Santa will arrive via firetruck. Following the tree lighting, there will be fireworks launched from across the river. The Penacook Village Association will host the 16th Annual Penacook Tree Lighting...
Feztival of Trees a festive raffle
The Bektash Shriners of New Hampshire are preparing an online are in-person Feztival of Trees experience from now through Nov. 28. The 20th Annual “Fez”tival is an extravaganza of fully decorated, artificial trees decorated in a Christmas or other themes. All trees are beautifully lit for the enjoyment of the viewers who will come to participate in the associated festivities and purchase chances to win the trees. Come visit the trees...
City news: General services keeps busy
The city manager’s office sent out the City Manager’s Newsletter last Friday. The full newsletter can be found by going to concordnh.gov and clicking the “Newsletter” button. Here are some highlights: Holiday Décor Concord General Services’ tree crew installed the Christmas tree at the State House Plaza last week. Thank you to Chris Girard from Bow for donating the Norway spruce tree this year. The tree crew has decorated the tree up...
Entertainment for week of Nov. 18, 2021
Live music Nov. 18 Brian Booth at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. The Shindy at Penuche’s at 8:30 p.m. Nov. 19 Senie Hunt at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Queen City Soul at Area 23 at 8 pm. Jamatics at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Nov. 20 John Franzosa at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Eric Lindberg at Concord Craft Brewing from 3 to 5 p.m. Amophous Band at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Bend the Ride at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Walker Smith at the Downtown Concord Winter...
Celebrate with the Children’s Theatre Project
The Children’s Theatre Project of the Community Players of Concord will be celebrating its 25th anniversary (albeit in its 26th season) with a very special production of All Together Now! a global event celebrating local theatre at the Concord City Auditorium on Nov. 12 at 7 p.m. and 13 at 2 p.m. Reserved seating at the Concord City Auditorium, 2 Prince St., is $15. Information and tickets are available at...
Entertainment for the week of Nov. 11
Live music Nov. 11 State Street Combo at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 12 Masceo Williams at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Lamont Smooth at 8 p.m. at Area 23 Jocelyn and Chris at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Nov. 13 Phil Sargent at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Senie Hunt at Concord Craft Brewing from 3 to 5 p.m. Sidepiece at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Hank Osborne and Friends at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Doug Farrell at the Downtown Concord Winter Farmers Market...
CYPN: Chown looks to share her knowledge
Concord Young Professionals Network (CYPN) introduces you to the “Young Professional of the Month,” Sindy Chown. Each month, the CYPN Steering Committee recommends a young professional in the community it thinks readers would enjoy getting to know better. Sindy Chown Where do you live? I live in Concord with my two daughters Gabriela (17), Soraya (13) and my husband, Mark. Why do you choose to live in the Greater Concord area? I...
Costume contest winner is…
The Concord Monitor’s launched its inaugural Halloween Pet Costume Contest this year. We were happy to do this with For the Love of Pets Everywhere. In addition to sponsoring the contest, they provided the winner with a $100 gift card. The winner was chosen by a random drawing, we simply asked everyone who wanted to win to submit a picture of their pet in the Halloween spirit. We are pleased to announce that Louie Under the Sea is...
On the trail of excellent craftsmanship
The Route 3 Art Trail tour is offering a driving art tour of local arts and crafts on Nov. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The tour includes nine locations from Concord, through Penacook, and ending in Boscawen. Enjoy art exhibits, a holiday art and craft showcase, open studios, demonstrations by artists, family-friendly events, free raffles and other goodies along the trail. Start on either end of the tour and make a day of it! The Route 3...
‘Wonders’ to premiere at Hatbox Theatre
Welcome to the Finger & Wood Recovery and Rehabilitation Clinic, dedicated to serving the physical, spiritual, and mental health of those unfortunate individuals who have lost their superpowers. The facility is on high alert. There is a highly reliable threat leveled against the clinic, reducing the staff to a minimum of four highly trained professionals. It is likely that the threat is aimed at one of the residents: Nemi,...
Secret Service welcomes new task force officers
The city manager’s office sent out the City Manager’s Newsletter last Friday. The full newsletter can be found by going to concordnh.gov and clicking the “Newsletter” button. Here are some highlights: U.S. Secret Service welcomes new task force officers in New England The U.S. Secret Service welcomed newly deputized task force officers to the New England Cyber Fraud Task Force (NECFTF). The NECFTF is composed of officials from state...
Halloween events and trick-or-treat times for the Concord area 2021
Allenstown Allenstown is holding the second Annual Halloween Lighting Contest, which will run from Oct. 1 to Oct. 15 to register your home for decorations and vote on the best decorations. The award ceremony will be held Oct. 30 at 4 p.m. at the Blueberry Express Park, this is sponsored by the Allenstown Economic Development Committee. For more information, call (603) 485-4276. Trick-or-treating planned for Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m...
Entertainment week of Oct. 28
Live music Oct. 28 Brian Booth at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 29 Bad Bad Hats with Kitner at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. $15+ Mac and Kelsie at Area 23 at 9 p.m. Boneshakrz at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Delfeayo Marsalis at the Concord Community Music School at 8 p.m. $20-$35 (livestream available for $20). A workshop for young musicians will precede the concert from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Registration is required. Ryan Williams on at Over the...
City news: Get ready to vote on Nov. 2
The city manager’s office sent out the City Manager’s Newsletter last Friday. The full newsletter can be found by going to concordnh.gov and clicking the “Newsletter” button. Here are some highlights: Election is Tuesday Sample ballots for the Election can be viewed online at: concordnh.gov/1708/Nov-2-2021-Sample-Ballots. Additional information is available at concordnh.gov/elections. For more information about the upcoming election,...
Live music Oct. 21 State Street Combo at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Patty Griffin and Gregory Alan Isakov at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. $50+ Oct. 22 Start Making Sense (a Talking Heads Tribute) at the Bank of NH Stage at 8 p.m. $18+ FuzzBoxx at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Andrew North and the Rangers at Penuche’s at 9 p.m. Mikey G. at Over the Moon Farmstead in Pittsfield from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 23 John Franzosa at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m....
Family drama in Hatbox’s play
Hatbox Theatre, in association with Lady Llama Productions, is proud to present American Son by Christopher Demos-Brown, from Oct. 15 to 24, at the Hatbox Theatre. A Florida police station in the middle of the night. Two parents searching for answers. Estranged couple Kendra and Scott must confront their feelings about their disparate histories and backgrounds after their son is detained by the local police following a traffic stop...
