History
Dec. 19, 1774: The British frigate Scarborough arrives at Portsmouth Harbor, the second of two ships whose presence quells an insurrection. In two raids during the week, dissident colonists have taken light cannons, muskets, and gunpowder from Fort William and Mary. The presence of the British ships is credited with keeping the dissidents from returning to seize the fort’s 45 heavy cannons. Dec. 19, 1975: The state accepts as a gift...
CCA Events
Here’s what’s coming up at the Capitol Center for the Arts through the end of the month: Buzz Ball 7 p.m., Dec. 19, Chubb Theatre deSol 7:30 p.m., Dec. 20, BNH Stage The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight 8 p.m., Dec. 20, Chubb Theatre Charlie Brown Jazz Christmas 2 p.m. and 7 p.m., Dec. 21, BNH Stage Zach Nugent’s Dead Set 8 p.m., Dec. 27, Chubb Theatre R-Rated Comedy Hypnotist Frank Santos Jr. 8 p.m., Dec. 28, BNH Stage Joe Gatto:...
Calendar
Dec. 19 Concord Handmade Pop-Up Shop: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Join Concord Handmade for handmade goods from 30+ artists local to New England. Open at 3 Bicentennial Sq., Concord. concordhandmade@gmail.com. Crafting Joy: The Art of Optimism Exhibition: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 49 South Main St., Suite 100, Concord. The Greg and The Morning Buzz Ball: 7 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St., Concord. Winter Solstice Soirée: 4 to 7...
Last-minute holiday gifts
By ARIANNA MacNEILL Insider staff The holidays are so close that you can almost hear the faint ring of bells worn by Santa’s reindeer as he glides through the sky. But for those of us who play Santa (because there’s a little bit of holiday spirit in us all, right?), and also procrastinate, finding those last-minute gifts can feel a tad stressful. That’s where we at the Insider have you covered! Luckily, Concord has a unique blend of...
Local author’s novel is finalist for two awards
“Beautiful and Terrible Things” by S.M. Stevens, published by Black Rose Writing, has been named a finalist in two major book competitions: the 2024 “Shelf Unbound” Best Indie Book Competition and the 2024 American Writing Awards. The “Shelf Unbound” competition selected the novel as one of five finalists across all genres, with awards based on creativity, writing quality, originality, and impact. The winners are featured in the...
Annual popsicle bridge competition
On Nov. 13, NHTI – Concord’s Community College hosted the annual New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) Popsicle Stick Bridge Competition on its Concord campus. The event featured 43 teams from high schools across the state, including Concord High School, Gorham Middle High School, Hopkinton High School, Milford High School, Nashua High School South, Plymouth Regional High School, and Winnisquam Regional Middle School....
Players offer free workshops
Enhance theatre skills for all ages during these 2025 classes The Community Players of Concord (CPC) will offer a series of free workshops designed to develop and enhance theater skills for participants of all levels. Running from December through June, the workshops cover topics such as acting, set design, and Shakespeare. All sessions take place at the Players’ Studio. To reserve a spot, email Cindy Dickinson at...
