Video: Iron Heart’s mobile canning operation at Concord Craft Brewing Co.
It’s not every day that you’re invited to a brewery at 9 in the morning, so when that opportunity presented itself to us last week, of course we had to take advantage. Perhaps surprisingly, we weren’t there to drink this time – and by there, we mean Concord Craft Brewing Co. No, we stopped by the Storrs Street brewery because we wanted to check out the mobile canning operation run by Iron Heart Canning live and in person. Iron Heart...
Interested in learning how to home brew?
Have you ever wondered how your favorite beers are made? Or what is required to take all those ingredients and combine them in a way that produces a delicious tasting adult beverage?And is it possible to replicate it at home?Well, you’re not alone in that line of thinking. And it just so happens there is a club that will help answer any and all questions you may have when it comes to making beer yourself in the comforts of home.The...
It’s quite the process to make a batch of beer
Since opening the doors in April of last year, Lithermans Limited has seen its fair share of milestones.They have graduated from only being able to serve flights – small tasters of their beers – to offering up full pints of their tasty creations. They now serve food and recently expanded their tap room.And just last week, Lithermans brewed a double batch for the first time, using their brand new seven barrel fermenter.The fermenter is...
There are lots of places to get tasty craft beer
We all know about the plethora of options for places to grab a beer around here – you can get out of work and stop by the Barley House, Penuche’s, Dos Amigos, The Red Blazer, The Draft, etc. – but what about good places to stock up for the weekend?We thought you’d never ask.It turns out that there are quite a few places to pick up packs of cold ones around here. Pretty much every grocery store and convenience store in the city sells...
We like having choices when it comes to beer
For the longest time, one of the biggest knocks on Concord was that there were not any local breweries to frequent.Well, that has greatly changed all within the last two years thanks to the addition of not one, but two local spots that make some pretty tasty beers. Lithermans Limited opened its doors at 126 Hall St. Unit B in April of 2016, while and Concord Craft Brewing Co. became a new addition to the downtown scene at 117 Storrs...
Play in a mini tournament at Beaver Meadow
If you’re someone who likes to spend your warm weather days wandering around a golf course hitting tiny white balls, you might be going through a little withdrawal right about now.It’s going to be several long and cold months until the snow clears and the ground thaws where you can get back out on the links – unless you take a vacation to a much warmer climate.But we’ve got a solution to your golf blues that won’t adversely affect...
Live music, theater and entertainment listings for Concord
Surprise, surprise – there’s another week packed with live entertainment on the horizon right here in Concord. Between a slew of bar bands, holiday shows and a bit of magic, this should be another good week to get out there and be entertained. Most music shows are free unless otherwise noted, but check with the venue before you head out to make sure. Music Wednesday Joel Cage will play at Hermanos Cocina Mexicana at 6:30 p.m....
On Display: Don’t miss the Kimball Jenkins student show
For the month of December, Kimball Jenkins is celebrating its students with a featured show, with work from about 80 students. As you can see, it’s worth a visit.
Food Snob: Bao tacos and a glass of Merlot at Whiskey & Wine
It kind of snuck up on us, but downtown Concord now has a brand new bar and restaurant called Whiskey & Wine, and it’s in a prime location right as you turn onto North Main Street from Center Street/Loudon Road. On the ground floor of the recently renovated Remi’s Block, Whiskey & Wine opened quietly a couple weeks ago, so we had to get down there to check it out. As its name implies, the place is big on both whiskey and wine...
This Instagram user shared a nice shot of the view from her office
We were poking around Instagram last week when we came upon this stunning shot showing the First Church of Christ, Scientist on School Street from a high vantage point. Upon further inspection (i.e., reading the caption), we realized that this photo was taken from user @wandering_gynger’s new office. With a view like that, it’s hard to complain about going to work every day. At the Insider pod, we have to stand up just to look out the...
Go Try It: Make some art for Love, Lust and Desire
Are you an established artist or someone who merely likes to create paintings or drawings in your free time?Have you always wanted to be a part of a really cool exhibit that tons of people look at, but don’t really know how to get involved?Well, might we suggest submitting your work for McGowan Fine Art’s 10th annual Love, Lust and Desire show.It’s a community grab bag of a show that is ever changing. And you don’t have to be an...
Concord Young Professionals Network: Jonathan Stallsmith loves to be outdoors
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s Concord Young Professionals Network introduces you to our “Young Professional of the Month,” Jonathan Stallsmith. Each month, the CYPN Steering Committee recommends a young professional in the community it thinks Concord Insider readers would enjoy getting to know better. How old are you? 31. Where do you live? Laconia. Where do you currently work? I’m building my own business through a...
Concord is home to some great art
Concord is home to lots of great locations to see some incredible art. So that means at any given time, there will be a wide range of work on display all over the city. It’s hard keeping track of all the shows, hours you can view them and how long they’ll be around. So we’ve compiled this trusty list for you, so you can concentrate on checking out the art. McGowan Closer: Gary Haven Smith and Bert Yarborough Through Dec. 22 Hours:...
Youth forum at Concord High
The New Hampshire Legislative Youth Advisory Council is sponsoring a youth forum on Saturday in the Concord High School auditorium. The forum will be held from noon to 3 p.m. and admission is free. The purpose of the forum is: To empower youth as leaders; provide an opportunity for students to be heard on public policy issues important to youth; and discuss issues with legislators and students to make changes that benefit youth...
Bulletin Board
Tour the Concord Police Department The Concord Chats series continues on Thursday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with a tour of the Concord Police Department. According to the history of the Concord Police Department, the first Concord Constable was elected in 1732. In 1909 police equipment consisted of “an ambulance, patrol wagon, light driving wagon, motorcycle, and a horse.” And by 1953, the “first female police matron was hired to serve as a...
Book of the Week: ‘Saints for All Occasions’
Saints for All OccasionsJ. Courtney Sullivan2017, 352 pagesFiction Sisters Nora and Theresa Flynn are nothing alike. Nora is reserved, shy and responsible. Theresa is exuberant, mischievous and always ready for a good time. But the distance between their personalities does not impact their closeness as sisters and friends. So when Theresa becomes pregnant out of wedlock after they’ve resettled in Dorchester, Mass., from Ireland in the...
This Week in Concord History
Dec. 12, 1991: Campaigning in Concord for her husband, Hillary Clinton tells a reporter how she and Bill Clinton have prepared their daughter Chelsea for the negativity of a presidential campaign: “We’ve told her to be ready for it. We try to take criticism – fair or unfair – seriously but not personally,” Hillary Clinton says. Dec. 12, 1996: Free agent pitcher Bob Tewksbury of Concord signs with the Minnesota Twins, his sixth...
