Arts & Culture
News on the arts, music, dining, restaurants and all things that make our city a cultural mecca on the rise.
The Weekender, June 15 – 18: Pop-Up Market, Rock the Block, Pride and more…
read more…: The Weekender, June 15 – 18: Pop-Up Market, Rock the Block, Pride and more…There’s lots of cool events happening this weekend to get you out and about for Father’s Day Celebrations and Pride, check out the mix below!
Plaque in place on Elm Street honoring Samantha Plantin, city’s first Black female landowner
read more…: Plaque in place on Elm Street honoring Samantha Plantin, city’s first Black female landownerIf anyone deserves a plaque on Elm Street for a life well-lived it’s Samantha Plantin who broke the city’s color, gender and economic barriers when she became the first Black female landowner in Manchester in the 1800s.
Brotherly love prevails in ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’
read more…: Brotherly love prevails in ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’From the opening number, “Any Dream Will Do,” until the grand finale party atmosphere, it’s clear that the cast understood the assignment. The musical numbers are filled with emotion but also the right touch of levity – even with a storyline about jealousy, deceit, slavery, adultery, deception, love, loyalty and ultimately forgiveness and redemption.
Employers struggle with pay
read more…: Employers struggle with payAs employers struggle to fill vacant positions, they are having to offer higher wages to recruit new employees. But what about the incumbents? What about the employees who have faithfully stood by their employer through the disruptions of COVID?
Manchester Garden Club: 90 seasons of growing flowers and cultivating friendships
read more…: Manchester Garden Club: 90 seasons of growing flowers and cultivating friendshipsAfter 90 growing seasons, the Manchester Garden Club continues to be true to its central mission, of promoting gardening, conserving and protecting the environment and giving back to the community through service and beautification.
Get ready for Palace Children’s Summer Series, July 25-Aug. 5
read more…: Get ready for Palace Children’s Summer Series, July 25-Aug. 5The Palace Theatre is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated Bank of New Hampshire’s Children’s Summer Series. From July 5 to August 25, families can experience the magic of live theater through a series of beloved professional productions.
June 8-11 Entertainment Report: Lively arts, music, shows in and around Manchester
read more…: June 8-11 Entertainment Report: Lively arts, music, shows in and around ManchesterLive music – nothing like it! Go out and find some!
The Weekender, June 8-11: Plant Crawl, Pollyanna Glad Day, Kids Fishing Derby and more…
read more…: The Weekender, June 8-11: Plant Crawl, Pollyanna Glad Day, Kids Fishing Derby and more…We’re in the last weekends before summer officially arrives, get out and enjoy what’s left of the Spring before Summer rolls around.
June 21 Mic at the Manor: Showcasing local word artists, poets and musicians
read more…: June 21 Mic at the Manor: Showcasing local word artists, poets and musicians“Mic at the Manor” aims to provide a platform for local talent to shine and share their creativity in an intimate, off-beat, and welcoming setting.
New Hampshire Dance Collaborative advancing its nonprofit mission
read more…: New Hampshire Dance Collaborative advancing its nonprofit missionIn 2016, Joan Brodsky founded New Hampshire Dance Collaborative (NHDC) to build and nurture what she described as “a nascent dance scene” in New Hampshire.
Vulgar Brewing – one contemplative bird
read more…: Vulgar Brewing – one contemplative birdWhen people discuss this column with me, recommendations always enter the mix. Which is great, many minds together are better than mine alone. I’m always happy to hear suggestions. That’s how I discovered Vulgar Brewing.
Tickets for Nov. 13 Tool concert at SNHU Arena go on Sale June 9
read more…: Tickets for Nov. 13 Tool concert at SNHU Arena go on Sale June 9Progressive rock band Tool returns to the road this fall, expanding on their recently announced festival appearances with a six-week North American tour that includes a Nov. 13 performance at the SNHU Arena.
Nashua Public Library announces Nashua Reads: One City, One (Hell of a) Book
read more…: Nashua Public Library announces Nashua Reads: One City, One (Hell of a) BookBestselling and award-winning author Jason Mott to Visit Nashua in fall for a One City, One Book discussion at the Nashua Library.
Tick bite prevention and treatment tips from Southern NH Health’s Virtual Immediate Care
read more…: Tick bite prevention and treatment tips from Southern NH Health’s Virtual Immediate CareTick bites can be a serious health hazard, particularly in New England where ticks are abundant and can bite any time the temperature is above freezing. These tiny arachnids often carry pathogens that can spread to humans and pets, causing serious conditions including Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, Powassan virus, and rarely, Rocky Mountain spotted fever or other Rickettsial illnesses.
NH Master Chorale’s 20th Anniversary celebrates ‘What (Only) Music Can Do’
read more…: NH Master Chorale’s 20th Anniversary celebrates ‘What (Only) Music Can Do’The 30-voice chamber choir, one of New Hampshire’s finest choral ensembles, will offer a program that showcases the wide variety of themes, styles and periods – often with timely social relevance – that is the Master Chorale’s hallmark.
Join in on the statewide historical scavenger hunt, win prizes
read more…: Join in on the statewide historical scavenger hunt, win prizesThe 603 History Hunt kicks off July 1 giving people a chance to see New Hampshire in ways they never have before, and win prizes!
NH man finds glitch in Google security matrix, (potentially) saves entire (Gmailing) world from scammers
read more…: NH man finds glitch in Google security matrix, (potentially) saves entire (Gmailing) world from scammersIf you are one of the 1.8 billion worldwide Gmail users, you can feel more secure knowing that Chris Plummer has your back.
Unchartered offering SciArt and Comic Arts summer camps in Manchester
read more…: Unchartered offering SciArt and Comic Arts summer camps in ManchesterUnchartered Tutoring, LLC, a leading provider of STEAM learning experiences, is thrilled to announce the launch of two exciting summer camps: SciArt Summer Camp and Comic Arts Summer Camp. These week-long day camps offer school-age children an immersive and engaging opportunity to explore their interests in science and art.
June 1-4 Entertainment Report: Lively arts, music, shows in and around Manchester
read more…: June 1-4 Entertainment Report: Lively arts, music, shows in and around ManchesterLive music and entertainment abounds. Get out there and enjoy.