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Franklin Opera House, in cooperation with Franklin Footlight Theatre Co., is proud to present its annual murder mystery dessert show, “Murder at the Pie Auction.” Now in its 11th year, this collaboration between Franklin Opera House and Franklin Footlight Theatre Co. is loads of laughs and tons of fun. Characters and camaraderie join forces to benefit Franklin Opera House.

By RACHEL WACHMAN

To encourage the adoption of animals in their shelter and foster connections between humans and their four-legged counterparts, Pope Memorial SPCA holds yoga classes twice a month where participants can practice poses alongside shelter pets.

Since 1896, the Walker Lecture Series has brought stimulating speakers and fun performers to Concord. The tradition continues with this spring’s offerings, ranging from a walk on the Appalachian Trail to a night with Laurel and Hardy from the silent era. Musical performers include the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra, the NH Ukeladies, and Mixtape.      

The First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution provides for the “right of the people to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” But what does that mean and how does it work? These questions will be explored during Sunshine Week, a national initiative supported by the Society of Professional Journalists to educate the public about the importance of open government and the dangers of excessive and unnecessary secrecy. 

The Concord Public Library and Concord Public Library Foundation are thrilled to announce that “Where You'll Find Me: Risk, Decisions, and the Last Climb of Kate Matrosova” by Ty Gagne is the 2025 selection for Concord Reads, an annual city-wide literary event encouraging community members to read and discuss the same book. This year's title was selected to celebrate a New Hampshire author and to provide both education and an opportunity for reflection on a topic relevant to Granite Staters.

By RACHEL WACHMAN

Five paintings hang on the back wall of the Concord coffee shop Brothers’ Cortado, right above a sitting area complete with two lamps, a couch, an end table, and a chair. The whole corner belongs to Dunbarton artist Joe Square’s newest installation: “We Are Always Saying Goodbye.”

Ready for spring, flowers, fruits, and nature? Lucky for you, Merrimack County Conservation District knows just what you’ll want to plant this spring!

The Buntin-Rumford-Webster Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution has announced the selection of six high school seniors from Concord area high schools who have been honored for good citizenship. These six students are: Elise E. Berry (Pittsfield Middle High School), Trevor P. Abel (Bow High School), Avery G. Sahr (Bishop Brady High School), Abigail J. Ciarametaro, (Merrimack Valley High School), Jennifer Noni (Coe Brown Northwood Academy) and Ashlie L. Klawes (Pembroke Academy).

The 22nd David Surette Mandolin Festival, to be held March 8-9 at the Concord Concord Community Music School, celebrates the many voices of the mandolin, a stringed instrument heard in bluegrass, old-time, classical, swing, blues, Brazilian, Italian, and Celtic music. The festival is named for its founder, New England musician David Surette. With a reputation that reached across the US and beyond to Canada, England, France and Italy, Surette was admired and respected as a player, composer and teacher.

By REBECA PEREIRA

Alton Brown is not retiring.

By RACHEL WACHMAN

To celebrate student work in honor of Youth Art Month, the Concord School District hosts an annual art show compiling pieces made by students from kindergarten to twelfth-grade across the district. This year’s show opened on Thursday, Feb. 20 and will run through Wednesday, April 2 at the City Wide Community Center.

By RACHEL WACHMAN

From learning about houseplants or planning a vegetable garden to growing kitchen herbs or even exploring the world of beekeeping, Black Forest Nursery in Boscawen offers a broad array of free weekend classes.

The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen will showcase two exhibitions, Mentors & Apprentices: Work from Maine + New Hampshire’s 2024 Craft Apprentice Program and Crafting Joy: The Art of Optimism, at its Headquarters Exhibition Gallery in Concord. These...

The Community Players of Concord will stage the classic musical “Bye Bye Birdie” on Nov. 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 24 at 2 p.m. at the Concord City Auditorium, 2 Prince St. This Tony Award-winning musical comedy, inspired by Elvis Presley’s...

Author: Alison EspachTitle: The Wedding PeopleDate: 2024Pages: 363Genre: Fiction/RomancePhoebe Stone arrives at the Cornwall Inn in Newport, RI. Spiraling two years after an unexpected divorce from her professor husband, she booked the nicest, most...

New Hampshire Antique Co-op (NHAC) invites visitors to its annual Holiday Open House, held Fri., Nov. 29 through Sun., Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 323 Elm St., Milford. This family-friendly event features refreshments, a gift card contest, a...

The Pittsfield Players will bring Stephen Sondheim’s beloved musical Into the Woods to The Scenic Theater, located at 6 Depot St. in Pittsfield, beginning with opening night on Saturday, Nov. 16, at 7:30 p.m. This production, known for its unique...

The Capital City Fine Holiday Craft & Artisan Show will be held on Saturday, Nov. 9, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 10, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Capital City Sports & Fitness Club, located at 10 Garvins Falls Road in Concord, NH. This...

Author: Jenny ColganTitle: Close KnitDate: 2024Pages: 318Genre: FictionGertie Moonie is a shy young woman who lives on a tiny, remote island, one in a string of islands in the North Sea of Scotland. Gertie is surrounded by women. She lives in a small...

Belmont Library is hosting a variety of free programs this November for all ages, including special events, holiday activities, and regular weekly programs. Here’s a look at what’s happening throughout the month.Families can enjoy the Deck the Village...

To commemorate Keene, New Hampshire’s 150th anniversary as a city, the City of Keene and the Historical Society of Cheshire County are hosting Keene at 150, a special pop-up exhibit showcasing the city’s evolution. The exhibit features enlarged...