Book: ‘The Mushroom Fan Club’
‘The Mushroom Fan Club’ By Elise Gravel (56 pages, Children’s Nonfiction Graphic Novel, 2018) Growing up, I always thought mushrooms were gross. They were the slimy, dirt-tasting sponges that my dad tried to slip into dinner without my knowledge. I’ve since changed my opinion on fungi – in fact I’ve become slightly obsessed. Now, I’m not a mycologist by any means, but I do fancy myself a budding fungi fanatic. I discovered “The...
Market Days returns with lots to see, do and taste
Get ready to experience the pinnacle of summer entertainment and community spirit as the 49th Annual Market Days Festival makes its grand return to downtown Concord from June 22 to 24. This three-day extravaganza promises a jam-packed schedule of fun, excitement, and unforgettable moments for attendees of all ages. Market Days Festival has firmly established itself as the premier event in Concord, attracting locals and visitors alike...
Bulletin board for the week of June 22, 2023
In Full Bloom Garden Tour Saturday, June 24, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. take a self-guided tour through eight gardens in Concord’s South and West Ends. Pick up a program at Kimball Jenkins and visit gardens in any order. The event will be held rain or shine, and pricing is $20 in advance at http://www.concordgardenclubnh.com, or $25 on the day of the event at Kimball Jenkins. Heart and Hands: A pottery workshop for the visually...
This week in Concord history
June 22, 1825: The Marquis de Lafayette, hero of the American Revolution, visits Concord during his government-sponsored tour of all 24 states. Driven down Main Street in a four-wheel carriage, he is greeted by a crowd of 30,000 to 40,000. At the State House, 200 to 300 Revolutionary War veterans gather to shake his hand. Many weep. Nine years later, Concord’s Fayette Street will be named in memory of this day. An elm planted on the...
Making Market Days a Sustainable Event
Intown Concord announces that Market Days, the largest festival in downtown Concord, will be going green this year, thanks to the generous support of our Sustainability Sponsor, New Hampshire Federal Credit Union. With a commitment to reducing environmental impact, Market Days 2023 will feature various sustainability initiatives aimed at promoting recycling, waste reduction, and eco-conscious practices. Scheduled to take place from...
City newsletter: New faces in the office
Here’s a look at what was included in last week’s city newsletter. Meetings City meetings are held in person in Council Chambers at 37 Green Street (unless otherwise specified on the City’s calendar). Upcoming meetings include: Zoning Board of Adjustment: July 5, 6 p.m. City Council: July 10, 7 p.m. Visit concordnh.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx for agendas, which are posted prior to the meetings. View the City calendar for more...
