Making Strides day-of event guide
Parking is available at the Hugh Gallen Parking Lot, on South Fruit Street. Welcome Tent: Volunteers will answer questions. Pink ribbon pins, programs, route maps and “I Am Making Strides For” stickers are available. Survivor sashes available here and at Survivor Place. Survivor Place: Breast cancer survivors, their caregivers, and families are invited to join the survivorship community at Survivor Place. Be among others who have...
Making Strides schedule
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Registration and team photos. Visit the Garden of Hope, Survivor Place, and photos at the Big Chair 12:30 p.m.: Opening Ceremonies Welcome Remarks: Cydney Dodge, Volunteer Event Co-Chair Presenting Sponsor Remarks: Concord Imaging Center Flagship Sponsor Remarks: Dartmouth Hitchcock Health Representative American Flag Presentation, Color Guard by University of NH ROTC National Anthem: Natalie Turgeon of the...
Making Strides 2021 welcome letter
We are pleased to invite you to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of New Hampshire. All Making Strides Against Breast Cancer events in New Hampshire are combined into this one powerful event. We will have people from across the state joining together on Oct. 17 at Memorial Field in Concord. A not to be missed, powerful, Opening Ceremony at 12:30 p.m. Survivors are honored and give a focus to the day with their survivor procession...
Carrying the survivor place experience onward
I am the Director of 2021 Volunteer Director of Survivorship for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of New Hampshire. This is a new role for me this year and I’m truly honored. I began walking over 20 years ago for Team Sarah’s Soldiers in support of a close family friend who lost her battle at a very young age. Later we would lose my father to prostate cancer and Sarah’s mother Donna to breast cancer. My mother is also a breast...
’As a nurse and person who does a great deal of caregiving, now my role was completely reversed’
Prior to receiving a breast cancer diagnosis, I was healthy without any significant medical or surgical history. Receiving a cancer diagnosis just knocks you off your feet and everything you were looking forward to comes to a screeching halt. As a nurse and person who does a great deal of caregiving, now my role was completely reversed. How does one cope with feeling betrayed by a once healthy body that now requires chemotherapy,...
Live Music
Live music Sept. 30 Brian Booth at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. DJ Lance at Area 23 at 9 p.m. Oct. 1 Karen Grenier at Moonlight Meadery in Pittsfield from 6 to 8 p.m. GA-20/JD Simo at Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. $12 live stream, $25 in person, +$2 at the door Oct. 2 Club Soda Band will perform from 4 to 6 p.m. at Eagle Square in a make-up from a rained-out summer concert. They play a wide variety of top 40, classic rock, dance, R&B, pop...
Entertainment the week of Sept. 23
Live music Sept. 23 Craig Fahey at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 24 Eaglemania at the Capitol Center for the Arts at 8 p.m. $35-plis Blaggards with the Outsiders Punkabilly Rebels at the Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. $15-plis Technical Difficulties at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Old Tom and the Lookouts at SHARA Vineyards at 5:30 p.m. Eric Lindberg at Moonlight Meadery at 6 p.m. Sept. 25 John Franzosa at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Fruit Flies Like a...
City News: Participate in Concord’s BioBlitz
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: City meetings City meetings will be held in person in Council Chambers at 37 Green St. (unless otherwise specified on the city’s calendar). Upcoming meetings include: Zoning Board of Adjustment, Oct. 6, 7 p.m. City Council, Oct. 12, 7...
Kimball Jenkins display faculty show
Kimball Jenkins School of Art will be marking the opening of their faculty art exhibit on Sept. 24 in conjunction with the Capital Arts Fest. “Sharing Oneself” will feature media by more than a dozen faculty members, who teach ceramics, drawing, painting, photography and printmaking. The show will include paintings in watercolor and acrylic, woodblock prints, photographs and ceramics. Faculty include Marcia O’Brien (ceramics), Mike...
Capital Arts Fest returns for fifth year
By Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce The fifth annual Capital Arts Fest will be the biggest celebration of art and culture that the Capital City has ever hosted. On Sept. 24 through Sept. 26, artists and organizations in downtown Concord and beyond will welcome visitors to a vibrant multi-arts festival. This immersive event offers lively, joyous and interactive arts experiences. View contemporary and traditional crafts, listen to...
Walker Lecture Series announce fall line-up
Since 1896, the Walker Lecture Series has brought stimulating speakers and musicians to Concord. COVID forced a change from live performances to virtual ones, but now the series is back in the Concord City Auditorium for the fall 2021 season. “We plan to be in the Audi for the year,” said Walker trustee Jon Kelly. “If things change, we will adjust.” Travelogues have long been a staple of the Walker Lecture Series and fall 2021...
Entertainment for week of Sept. 16
Live music Sept. 16 Ken Clark at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Drum Circle at Area 23 at 7 p.m. Sept. 17 Blue Light Rain at Bank of NH Stage at 8 p.m. $15+ MVP Band at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Decatur Creak at SHARA Vineyards from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 18 Chris Peters at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Jam at Area 23 from 2 to 5 p.m. Kilroy and Crooked Cash at Area 23 at 8 p.m. North River Duo at Contoocook Farmer Market from 9 a.m. to noon Kimayo at Gould Hill...
New Hampshire native returns for concert
Blaggards, the South Irish Rock Band from Houston, Texas, will perform Sept. 24 at 8 p.m. at the Bank of New Hampshire Stage. The band is comprised of drummer Eric Hughes, who grew up in Colebrook and attended Plymouth State College; guitarist/vocalist Patrick Devlin, and bassist/vocalist Chad Smalley. Blaggards formed July 2004 in Houston, Texas, and plays a blend of traditional Irish music mixed with rock n’ roll, informed by...
Bulletin board
Duo presents family history Gibson’s Bookstore is pleased to join Books & Books in Florida and indie bookstores across America on Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. to virtually present Anderson Cooper as he shares his new book, Vanderbilt: The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty. New York Times bestselling author and journalist Anderson Cooper teams with New York Times bestselling historian and novelist Katherine Howe to chronicle the...
City news: Housing and Development head retires
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: Hoyt announces retirement Concord Housing and Redevelopment Executive Director John Hoyt has announced his decision to retire after nearly two decades of serving the housing needs of the greater Concord area and leading the charge in the...
Multicultural Festival set for next week
The countdown to Concord’s annual Multicultural Festival is on. The annual event is in a new location this year and will be held at Keach Park on Sept. 19 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Welcoming Week will run Sept. 10 to 19, concluding with the festival. It offers an opportunity for organizations and communities to bring together immigrants, refugees, and long-time residents to build strong connections and affirm the importance of welcoming...
Entertainment week of Sept. 9
Live Music Sept. 9 State Street Combo at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Drum Circle at Area 23 at 7 p.m. Sept. 10 R&B Dignity at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Odd Project at Penuche’s. $5 cover, 21+ Brad Myrick at SHARA Vineyards at 6 p.m. Carbon Leaf at Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. $25+ Sept. 11 Gerry Beaudoin at Hermanos at 6:30 p.m. Blues Bros. Tribute at Area 23 at 8 p.m. Jam at Area 23 from 2 to 5 p.m. Kyle Klose at Penuche’s. $5 cover, 21+...
The Unkindness of Ravens
The Unkindness of Ravens By M. E. Hilliard (329 pages, mystery, 2021) Greer Hogan is a librarian working in the village of Raven Hill, New York. The Public Library there is in an interesting old manor house, complete with a “Raven Room” as the kids call it – Horatio Ravenscroft’s study, with beautiful, leather-bound books and a huge stuffed raven. Greer left a high-paying job in New York City after the tragic death of her young...
City news: New pollinator garden in White Park
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: Pollinator garden A huge shout out and thank you to the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law students who volunteered to help with our second pollinator garden in White Park. Parks employees David and Chris were on hand to help. We love our...
Live music in the capital area Aug. 5 to 15
August 5Bad Medicine at Eagle Square at 7 p.m.Craig Fahey at Hermanos from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.August 6Paul Driscoll at SHARA Vineyards, 82 Currier Road, Concord, from 6 to 8 p.m.Blind Owl Band at Bank of NH Stage at 8 p.m. (doors 7 p.m.) $18 plus processingAugust 7Eric Lindberg Duo at Contoocook Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noonJoel Begin at Concord Craft Brewing from 4 to 6 p.m.Josh Foster at Contoocook Cider Co. from 5 to 7...
Entertainment listings: July 15-22
Live music July 15 Michael Walsh at Hermanos from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Kid Pinky at Eagle Square at 7 p.m. Bass Drop with DJ Lance at Area 23 at 7 p.m. July 16 Scott Solsky Album Release at Bank of N.H. Stage at 8 p.m. Tickets $15; $10 livestream (plus fees) Veggie Burger with Bacon at Area 23 at 8 p.m. River Sister at SHARA Vineyards from 6 to 8 p.m. July 17 Ken Clark at Hermanos from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Seth Glier at Fletcher-Murphy Park...
Clear your schedule for homemade ice cream
If you’re in the mood for ice cream now, stop reading this and go look at capital area ice cream stands (page 8). If you want ice cream and are willing to invest a fair bit of time into making it yourself, carry on. Aside from the time component, making ice cream isn’t too challenging. Over the weekend I tried two recipes: a traditional Vanilla Ice Cream from the Betty Crocker cookbook and a vegan Vanilla ice cream recipe by...
Scoop spots you won’t want to miss
Sunday is the day for sundaes this week. July 18 is recognized as National Ice Cream Day. Luckily for those in the Concord area, there are plenty of places that serve up scoops of creamy deliciousness. We at the Insider know that making a decision of this caliber can be a challenge, so we called around to see what ice cream flavors are worth a try. Here are the responses. Arnie’s Place 164 Loudon Road, Concord (603) 228-3225,...
Live music and entertainment
July 8 John Franzosa at Hermanos from 6:30 to 9 p.m. N.H. Fiddle Ensemble at Eagle Square at 7 p.m. April Cushman at Cheers from 6 to 9 p.m. July 9 Swappin Set with Lucas Gallo and Dave Emeny at Area 23 at 7 p.m. Ariel Strasser at SHARA Vineyards from 6 to 8 p.m. July 10 Scott Solsky at Hermanos from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Brian Booth at Concord Craft Brewing from 4 to 6 p.m. Concord Chorale presents Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” online in a...
Sportswriter to share stories
A clash of NBA titans. Seven riveting games. One young reporter. Welcome to the 1969 NBA Finals. Sports journalist Leigh Montville visits Gibson’s Bookstore virtually on July 15 at 7 p.m. to present Tall Men, Short Shorts: The 1969 NBA Finals: Wilt, Russ, Lakers, Celtics, and a Very Young Sports Reporter, a masterpiece of sports journalism with a charming touch of personal memoir. Montville has crafted his most entertaining book...
Actors make it look effortless
Monitor staffNext up on the Hatbox Theatre stage is Seminar, created by Pulitzer Prize nominee and creator of hit TV show Smash Theresa Rebeck. The show is presented by RGC Theatrical and will run from July 9 to 18.Seminar, a provocative dramedy that will have you laughing with the cast and feeling their tension.Four aspiring young novelists sign up for private writing classes with Leonard, an international literary figure. Under his...
City News: Concord Hospital honors fire department
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 highlightsConcord Fire DepartmentConcord Fire Department personnel were recognized last week by Concord Hospital for two recent significant medical events.Concord Hospital EMS Coordinator Craig Clough presented Firefighters David Currier, Phil...
A look at live outdoor music this summer
Nevers BandNevers Band plays on Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. at various locations around the city. Nevers Band concerts are an exciting and fun experience for the whole family. Their diverse repertoire includes popular numbers, patriotic music, classic orchestral transcriptions, music from motion pictures and more.July 4: Memorial Field (rain date: July 5) at 7:45 p.m.July 13: Eagle SquareJuly 20: Rolfe ParkJuly 27: Keach ParkAugust 10:...
City news: Last chance for tax assistance
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: Meetings Going forward, City meetings will be held in person in Council Chambers at 37 Green Street (unless otherwise specified on the calendar). Upcoming meetings include: Planning Board: June 30* at 7 p.m. (*Rescheduled from June 16)...
Book: Money in the Morgue
By Ngaio Marsh and Stella Duffy (294 pages, mystery, 2018) Chief Detective Inspector Alleyn is trying to write letters in a run-down convalescent hospital in New Zealand during World War II. He’s attempting to write one to his wife, Troy, but can’t find the words. It’s midsummer in the remote area and a storm is threatening. Suddenly Alleyn is thrust into a calamity! A van has broken down, and the driver, Mr. Glossup, a payroll...
