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Parks and Rec adds one more week of camp
Teams of children faced off in Keach Park on Tuesday playing Jedi Dodgeball.Hit with the ball, they’re out, but only until the team’s designated “jedi” can heal them and return them to the game.It’s week six of Concord Parks and Recreation’s Stay and... → Read More
After years of vision and effort, rooftop garden at Concord Hospital takes shape
At long last, a rooftop garden above Concord Hospital’s emergency room is looking a lot greener. On Thursday, members of the Concord Garden Club and other volunteers got their green thumbs dirty putting to bed more than 700 plants donated by Pleasant... → Read More
Big opera sound, small stages
A newly-created nonprofit is looking to bring the operas of Richard Wagner to New Hampshire audiences with two shows this summer. Peter Furlong is a part-time New London resident, opera singer and co-founder of the Berlin Wagner Group. He has worked... → Read More
Clean-up efforts underway after Tuesday evening storm
Dachshund puppies were the first warning of the severity of Tuesday’s storm for one Concord couple. David Afflick of Hillcrest Ave. in Concord had gone to the porch to check on his dogs’ barking.“I love a good storm,” Afflick said. “I heard the... → Read More
Loudon Town Meeting: Veterans tax credit passed; election hand count mandate fails
The fate of petitioned warrant articles during Saturday’s Loudon town meeting went in different directions.Residents approved a measure to expand the veterans’ tax credit to any person who served for at least 90 days of active duty and was honorably... → Read More
‘Murals are like covered bridges, people come out to see them’
After nearly two tumultuous years, Warner’s Main Street has a new bright spot, despite the challenges local businesses have faced.Over the weekend, the Economic Development Committee unveiled a massive 50-by-12-foot mural across the street from the... → Read More
‘1776’ takes stage amid Fourth celebrations
In the spirit of the week, Hatbox Theatre will present 1776, about the penning of the Declaration of Independence.Ma Mu Productions, helmed by Marc Murai, will bring to life the early days of the country that celebrated its birthday Wednesday. “By the... → Read More
World premiere of play set to be out-of-this-world
The Community Players of Concord’s production of The Kid Cult Cosmology will be the first time the play has been fully staged. The premiere should be out of this world. That’s because in it, middle school students TJ (Spencer Costigan), the group’s... → Read More
Hurry your feet down to the Audi
You’ll want to jitterbug, swing, twist, boogie-woogie and bop your way down to the Concord City Auditorium on Sunday for an afternoon of ’50s hits.The Clayton Poole Orchestra, a 10-member division of the Capital Jazz Orchestra, will perform “Rock... → Read More
Hear Longley in Spotlight show
Liz Longley is on tour, fresh off recording her new album Weightless.She will be bringing that tour to Capitol Center for the Arts’s Spotlight Cafe on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. The new album features her honest lyrics about love and heartbreak. “I tend to... → Read More
‘Hamlet,’ with a twist
When the lights come up on St. Paul’s School’s production of Hamlet, don’t think you’ll know what to expect.Because the first thing you’ll hear is Bruno Marz’s “Marry You.” And the first thing you’ll watch is a dancing overture. After all, Queen... → Read More
Busy week of Capitol Center shows
Over the next four days, the Capitol Center for the Arts will be home to three annual holiday shows.The festivities begin tonight with a sold-out performance of the Buzz Ball and continues over the weekend with Rocking Horse Studio and the Capital... → Read More
N.H. native comes home with ‘Stranger from the North’
‘I caught the first train, straight out of Boston. I’m tired of the city I always get lost in. … I’m going home,” sings Steven Chagnon on his newly-released album, Stranger from the North.Chagnon, 27, is back home in the Granite State after moving to... → Read More
Comedic musical on menopause comes to Cap Center
For women of a certain age, “the change” is something to expect. But for a long time, it was never discussed. No more. On Sunday, with shows at 2 p.m. and 5:30 p.m., Menopause the Musical will be at the Capitol Center for the Arts. “It was not talked... → Read More
Off to see the Wizard
A classic show with big name recognition will be performed by the Children’s Theater Project of the Concord Community Players. More than 45 children, ages 7 to 17, will perform The Wizard of Oz on Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Concord... → Read More
Thrills, chills come to nearby stages
As October arrives, stories that thrill, creep and spook are coming to New Hampshire’s stages. A monster’s tale The Hampstead Stage Company will bring its original adaptation of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein to Franklin on Thursday.The show will take... → Read More
Pumpkin, spices in new way
Pumpkin spice has become a concept illicit either joy or ire from those who encounter it. You either wait all year for fall to arrive with the flavor or you think, “Is this really necessary?” But spice aside, pumpkins are plentiful in the fall and... → Read More
Fall foliage tops apple pie
Fresh, local apples and gloriously colored foliage are icons of fall in New England. So why not combine them for a cute, seasonal dessert? This dessert combines a traditional apple pie recipe with a somewhat unconventional crust idea for a dish that... → Read More
Prepare for a night of laughter
Steven Wright is known for his deadpan delivery of one-liners.His monotone style isn’t an act though, it’s just how he talks.“I didn’t plan it,” Wright said. “I just wrote down what people might laugh at.” He plans to make the audience at the Capitol... → Read More
Week jammed with variety of concerts
No matter your taste in music, you’re sure to find something you’ll like in the Capital region this week. To get the most variety all in one place, stop by the Hatbox Theatre in the Steeplegate Mall on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Hatbox is launching a new... → Read More