1928 baseball picture
In honor of baseball's opening day, we dug up this photo of the 1928 championship team from the Concord Sunset Baseball League. I just picked up Pep Shepard for my fantasy team!
John Copeley of Concord on vacation in Manasota Keys, Fla. at the only basketball court on the island. Watch out, John, the Insider's got game! – Tue, 05 Apr 2011
John Copeley of Concord on vacation in Manasota Keys, Fla. at the only basketball court on the island. Watch out, John, the Insider's got game!
Basic cable making basic mistakes
By BOB PINGREEFor the Insider I am seeing and hearing far too many instances lately of lack of agreement between subject and verb, which dictates that singular nouns are matched with singular verb forms, and plural with plural. To illustrate, most of us learn, before we even enter public schools, to say “Mommy works in an office” instead of “Mommy work in an office.” But it's “Mommy and Daddy cook...
This Week in Concord History
•April 5, 1881: Fire badly damages the works of the Page Belting Co. The loss is estimated at $24,000.April 5, 1945: After Agriculture Commissioner Andrew Felker reports the mass shipment of chickens to more profitable out-of-state markets, Gov. Charles Dale authorizes the state police to seize poultry being trucked south on New Hampshire highways.April 6, 1853: City government is established in Concord.April 6, 1978: Gov. Meldrim...
One more time
The Concord Winter Farmers' Market has been extended into the spring. One more market has been added for April 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cole Gardens. Enjoy 30 vendors with everything from meats, dairy, breads, baked goods, soups, coffee roaster, prepared foods, vegetables, greens, sprouts, granola, apples, 2011 maple syrup, seafood, cheeses, honey, jams, jellies, chutneys, body-care and composting worms. Come into a warm...
Make a night of it
Two annual spring traditions – the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce's spring ART CONCORD and the annual exhibit of the Friends Program's art auction items – are joining forces for a large-scale, one-night collaborative art event highlighting the talent and artistry of Concord-area artists on April 28 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at participating galleries. All of the galleries welcome you for current Art Concord...
Meet Durga Thapa, a refugee from Bhutan.
Thirty-five-year-old Durga Thapa moved here from Bhutan last year with her three children. We caught up with Thapa and asked her a few questions about her new life in Concord.What do you think of Concord?I didn't know a lot of people here at first, but I have made many friends since I arrived one year ago.What did you do for work in your home country?I was a weaver. I made knitted hats, jewelry and clothing.What do you do in...
Concord's helpful volunteers
National Volunteer Week is April 10 – 16. It is about inspiring people to seek out ways to be a positive influence in their communities. Volunteering is an enriching experience for both the volunteers and those they serve. Volunteerism is alive and well in New Hampshire, especially in greater Concord.For starters, there are about 250 IRS-certified Tax-Aide counselors who volunteer their time and skill to help fellow taxpayers...
Wiffleball tourney
In what has become a rite of spring at Concord's community college, NHTI is holding a charity wiffleball tournament on April 16. The school is seeking teams from businesses, high schools, families, other colleges – “whoever wants to have a great time and make a difference in someone's life while they're doing it,” Director of Student Life Chuck Lloyd said.Games begin at 9 a.m. and run throughout the...
Award letters
Merrimack Valley High School will host an award letter seminar for high school seniors and their parents on April 7 at 6:30 p.m., in the Merrimack Valley High School Auditorium.This evening program helps high school seniors and their families understand and evaluate the financial aid packages and financing optionsavailable to them. We discuss such issues as reporting outsidescholarships, applying for student and parent loans, avoiding...
Donate a new book
Help the Concord Public Library celebrate National Library Week (April 9 to 16) by giving a gift to someone special!For a $20 minimum contribution, you can donate a book to the Concord Public Library in honor of a friend or family member.A book plate, filled out by you, will be placed in a brand new book. You'll receive a lovely card with which you can announce your gift. Visit our circulation desk for details, or call...
Bats are his business
The bat is one of the world's most iconic creatures. From Commissioner Gordon shining the Bat-Signal above Gotham City to Dracula pulling his cape over his fanged face and transformed into a flying furry, bats are a big part of our popular culture. But when it comes to dealing with the flying mammals face to face, some people get a little squeamish.Irv Snow is not one of those people.Not only does he love bats, but he makes them...
Picks of the week
Here's what's happening this week on ConcordTV.State of the State Address, Channel 17. Watch a taping of this year's “State of the State” address, hosted by the Concord Chamber of Commerce. Gov. John Lynch provides his annual update on the economic challenges and opportunities facing the state. Playing daily at 6 p.m.Conant School Penguin Follies, Channel 6. All first-graders from Conant School performed a...
A look inside the Pierce Manse
Concord is home to plenty of historical treasures, but perhaps none so directly tied to national history as the Pierce Manse. The manse was home to our nation’s 14th president, New Hampshire’s own Franklin Pierce. Pierce hailed from Hillsboro, but before becoming president he spent much of his life in Concord. Along with his wife, Jane Appleton Pierce, he occupied the house that would become known as the Pierce Manse. The house was...
Missed Connections
The Insider loves to scour Craigslist’s Missed Connection section for awesome personal ads. Not because we secretly hope to find someone searching for us, we swear!Petco Fri. night – m4m – 34You were behind me in line at Petco Friday night. Tell me something about what I was buying, or something you were wearing, or what you were driving. I saw you drive off. You are hot.professional women – m4w – 32I am so...
Upcoming events at the Pierce Manse
Events Check out what the Pierce Manse has planned for 2011.April 28, 7 p.m.“The Old Man of the Mountain: Substance and Symbol,” presented by Maggie Stier.May 26, 7 p.m.“The History of the Concord Monitor,” Felice Belman, editor of the Concord Monitor.June 16, 7 p.m.“Wild and Colorful: Victorian Architecture in New Hampshire,” with Richard Wilson.July 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. “Appraisal Day and Manse Open House,” with Ron Boufford from...
Ball & Chain
Dear Casper and Bill, Do you think it's desperate for people to use Missed Connections on Craigslist to find love? I'm thinking about trying it out but don't want people to laugh at me (or worse, use my entry in the Insider)! Should I give it a shot or stay single (and be miserable)?Dear Sad and Lonely, The clock is ticking. Now is the time to get the ammunition ready and begin the attack. What do you care about the others...
City Briefly
Each week, City Manager Tom Aspell takes us hard to the rim and slam-dunks a city memo in our face. This week was no exception, as he broke our ankles with a killer crossover and jammed home a 360 degree between-the-legs windmill of a memo. Think you’re game? Read on.Tom app-spell New library app The Concord Public Library now has a mobile application that makes it easier to search the library’s catalog with a smartphone (iPhone,...
Signs of the Times
Thousands gathered at the State House last week to protest proposed cuts to the state budget. We decided to let their signs tell the story.
