Creative communities conversation at Twiggs Gallery

Twiggs Gallery, in partnership with Concord Makerspace, is launching the “Third Thursday Discussion Series: Building Creative Communities” beginning on Thursday, July 18, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Twiggs Gallery (254 King Street in Boscawen). The series...

Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest returns to Hampton on July 27

The Spicy Shark proudly presents the highly anticipated 3rd Annual New England Hot Sauce Fest, a spicy festival that will delight heat seekers and hot sauce enthusiasts alike. The event will take place on Saturday, July 27 (Rain date: July 28), from...

Electric Earth Concerts presents “Trois Frères” in Jaffrey

Electric Earth Concerts presents “Trois Frères” on Thursday, July 18 at 7 p.m. at the First Church in JaffreyThree French composers come to life in the hands of pianist Mihae Lee and a band of eight distinguished musicians – the first of two...

NH Furniture Masters debut Summer At The Fells Exhibition in Newbury

The NH Furniture Masters will hold a summer-long exhibition at the historic John Hay Estate at The Fells on Lake Sunapee in Newbury this season.“The opportunity to exhibit our work at the Fells is an absolute treat!” expressed Ted Blachly, NH...

From the farm: Bull training is on the schedule

‘Well, that wasn’t in today’s schedule,” I said to husband Bruce as he climbed out of the cab of the Mahindra tractor. The huge tractor tires were stuck hub-deep in tire-sucking muck that wouldn’t let go.It was a recent Sunday, and the day’s schedule...

Craft beer festival comes to Concord

Get ready to raise your glasses and celebrate the return of the 9th Annual Keep NH Brewing Festival on Saturday, July 13, 12 to 4 p.m., rain or shine.Bringing the party back to Kiwanis Riverfront Waterfront Park behind the Everett Arena in Concord,...

Aviation Museum’s annual Classic Car Show ready to roll on Saturday, July 13

It’s on! Get your gleaming roadster, awesome muscle car, or partially restored jalopy over to the Aviation Museum of N.H., where once a year the spotlight shines on vehicles that don’t leave the ground.The Aviation Museum’s annual Classic Car Show...

Annual powwow at Kearsarge Indian Museum this weekend

Mt. Kearsage Indian Museum will host its 23rd annual powwow on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14.Singing, dancing and over 20 traders with handmade crafts will be present. Gates open at 10 a.m. both days, with grand entry at noon.Head dancer:...

Literary in the Lounge presents bestselling author Joyce Maynard

On Wednesday, July 17 at 7 p.m., The New York Times bestselling author Joyce Maynard visits The Music Hall Lounge with her newest book, “How the light gets in.” Get ready to dive into this eagerly anticipated follow-up to “Count the Ways,” a complex...

From the Archives: Draft riots

By ASHLEY MILLER

Ashley Miller shares this month’s story with ConcordTV. Watch the episode on YouTube.In early July 1863, news of the Battle of Gettysburg was flooding the media. Casualty reports were streaming in for what would become the bloodiest battle of the war,...

‘Nature Wild’ exhibit opens at Two Villages Art Gallery in Hopkinton

In the upcoming exhibition at Two Villages Art Society (TVAS) in Hopkinton, eight New Hampshire artists show watercolor paintings inspired by nature. The exhibition opens Saturday, July 6, at the gallery at 846 Main Street in the village of...

Art in the Park: Celebrating Pride

Join the Concord Arts Market, Queerlective and Capital City Pride for Art in the Park: Celebrating Pride on Saturday, July 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Rollins Park.This family-friendly event features over 60 local artists. You’ll find everything from...

Capital City Pride hosts inclusive, youth-centered tea party

Celebrate Capital City Pride with a vibrant and inclusive youth-centered tea party that promises an afternoon filled with creativity, music, and delicious refreshments on Saturday, July 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. at DIY Craft & Thrift (46 N. Main St.,...

New kids’ adventure novel is based on New Hampshire’s White Mountains

Kirkus Reviews’ praise for a New Hampshire writer’s new novel, “Journey to Layamon,” suggests it may be the perfect summer read for nine to twelve year olds. Inspired by many outdoor activities with his own children, author Stephen Curtin has created...

From the farm: To my oxen, I’m more than their boss

Topper the steer galloped to the fence, his short legs pumping as he ran down the narrow cow path cut into the hillside. Finn, another shaggy, black Highland steer, lumbered along behind.Topper stopped at the wire fence where he peered at me from...

Vintage Views: A look back at our Independence Day traditions in Concord

By JAMES W. SPAIN

The young boys were full of mischief and greatly anticipated the festive events of the coming day. As Concord prepared to celebrate Independence Day back in 1841 both Enoch and William gathered with friends on Main Street to enjoy the firing of the...

Butterfly release in Rindge offers chance to let go of grief

By ASHLEY SAARI

Laura Paul carefully unfolded a piece of paper. Between the pages, the brilliant orange wings of a Monarch butterfly bloomed, as it awoke and fluttered from Paul’s hands.It was a memorial for Paul, who released the butterfly as part of the Home...

Avaloch Farm Music Institute hosts in-house summer series

On Friday, June 28, head to Avaloch Farm Music Institute (16 Hardy Lane, Boscawen) for a multifaceted evening of music making in the concert barn space.The summer Community Concert Series Evenings at Avaloch features visiting artists and ensembles of...

Enjoy music, art and nature at The Fells this summer

Kids in Nature: Watercolor CampMonday through Thursday, July 8-11, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.Join local artist Debbie Campbell for a painting workshop on the essentials of watercolor. Students, ages 10 and up, will learn watercolor techniques and express their...

Center for the Arts Weekend in Sunapee Harbor kicks off in July

The Center for the Arts (CFA) is collaborating with businesses and organizations in Sunapee Harbor around its popular Arts in the Harbor and Naturally New England Arts Exhibit and Crafters Show, which has run for almost five years.The Center for the...