Keene Ice & Snow Festival

By Sarah Lennon Even those of us who shy away from winter sports can enjoy all the chilly weather has to offer at the annual Ice & Snow Festival in downtown Keene, New Hampshire! It can be difficult to get people out and walking around in the harsh weather typical of New England winters, but

7 Reasons to Spend Time in Winchester

The Monadnock region is full of scenic attractions, both natural and man made. The historic town of Winchester, New Hampshire, located in the very southwest corner of the state, is no exception. With its rugged, down-to-earth hipster feel, authentic and still un-gentrified downtown and affordable real estate, it will definitely appeal to those who embrace

100 Views of Mount Monadnock

From Abbot Thayer to Mark Twain, Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau, the dramatic views of Mount Monadnock in southwest New Hampshire have captivated people for centuries. The “Mountain That Stands Alone” continues to hold rank as the second most climbed mountain in the world behind Mt. Fuji, drawing an estimated 80,000 to 100,000

The Gift of Celebrating Christmas in the Monadnock Region

Listening to acapella by candle light in Keene. Watching the Nutcracker stream live from Moscow at Peterborough Players. Cutting your own christmas tree at Carabee Tree Farm in Greenfield. Finding fresh local winter greens at Farmer John’s Plot in Dublin. Treating your loved ones to a gourmet 5-course holiday luncheon at Pickity Place in Mason.

Spreading Peace & Joy: 7 Art Exhibits For Hectic Holiday Schedules

Throughout December community centers, libraries, stores, civic centers, and galleries around the Monadnock region exhibit the work of talented local and nationally renowned artists. It doesn’t take but a moment to stop, and become immersed in peaceful contemplation at the many artistic interpretations of beauty, detail and color. Plus, who knows, you might just find

A Holiday Music Roundup for the Monadnock Region

From elementary school sing-alongs to Christmas night contra dances, the most beloved holiday songs can be heard joyfully emanating from concert venues across the Monadnock region. These annual celebrations remind us that it doesn’t matter if you’re listening in a school auditorium, church, museum, pub, town hall or an iconic theater. That musical traditions bring

Dance, Sing and Make Music January – June at MoCo Arts in Keene

MoCo Arts is now accepting class registrations for its spring semester, register early to secure your spot. Classes are available in dance, theatre and music production, some classes starting as young as 18 months. Classes begin January 25th. For a complete schedule visitwww.moco.org, stop by our studios at 76 Railroad Street in Keene or email

The Art of Giving in the Monadnock Region

Walk into any grocery store, retail shop, school, or business in the Monadnock region during the holiday season and you’ll find clothing bins, food baskets and collection jars overflowing with donations to help our neighbors in need. From children to CEOs, the generosity shown by community members in November – and throughout the month of

KEENE STATE THEATRE AND DANCE PRESENTS THE PREMIERE SERIES NEW PLAY FESTIVAL IN DECEMBER

KEENE, N.H., 11/5/2015 – Keene State College Theatre and Dance Department will present The Premiere Series, a new play festival from December 3 to 5. The Premiere Series, directed by KSC Theatre Professor Daniel L. Patterson, consists of four original plays written by Keene State students with different plays to be performed as staged readings