The dead of winter is when New England comes alive, especially during the holidays! New Hampshire’s Monadnock region, especially, loves to use the arts to celebrate this special time of year. Home to many diverse artists including dancers, actors, musicians, and crafters, what better way to ring in the holidays than through the arts? With
Looking for fun ideas to celebrate Halloween and show off your awesome costume? Here is a roundup of fun, artsy, scary activities and events to keep you on your toes this Halloween weekend. Be sure to check out the Discover Monadnock events calendar for the latest on arts and cultural events in the Monadnock region
Bright and bold colors, dashing images, winding back roads…. these are some of the pleasures of the annual art tours over Columbus Day weekend. Whether you’re on the road or in a new studio talking to artists, it’s an adventure! Because the Monadnock area is so rich with creative talent – there are actually two
NICOLE S. COLSON Ludwig von Beethoven was the inspiration for Electric Earth Concerts. In fact, his words are in the name of the series. “Music is the electric earth in which the spirit lives, thinks, invents,” is a direct quote from the composer himself on the website. “Our name honors his idea that music is
Amos Fortune Forum Reaches 70th Year Milestone, presenting a Diverse group of speakers scheduled for Summer of 2016. One of the nation’s oldest speakers’ forums, The Amos Fortune Forum, celebrates its 70th season this year. Some of the most interesting and talented experts from the Monadnock region, New England and the globe have entered the Jaffrey
Adult Pottery Class at The Jaffrey Civic Center The Jaffrey Civic Center is pleased to announce that local artist, Shana Brautigam of “Rooted in Clay” will be offering a Hand-building Pottery Class for Adults beginning Tuesday, April 26th. There will be a total of 4 classes (4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/24) which will be held
Chris Reid to offer April Pastel Workshop at The Jaffrey Civic Center The Jaffrey Civic Center is very pleased to announce a Pastel Workshop by local Jaffrey artist, Chris Reid. Chris will teach a studio class working from still life. Emphasis is on process and simplifying this process using light and dark then warm and
Jaffrey Civic Center hosts Jaffrey-Rindge Children’s Art Show The Jaffrey Civic Center is excited to announce that once again we will be hosting the Annual Young Person’s Show which showcases the artwork of Jaffrey and Rindge children from Kindergarten to 12th grade. This year, we will have artwork from Jaffrey Grade School, Rindge Memorial School,
Friends, Come Join us, as of next week, for our annual spring concerts!! Local Choir Supports Local Nonprofit with two upcoming concerts in Jaffrey and Peterborough. Two Rivers Community Choir Marybeth Hallinan, Director brings together a community of singers to support the Hope For Gus Foundation, http://hopeforgus.org/ a local Peterborough non-profit (see below). Sunday, April 17, 2016** 6:30 PM United Church of
Ashley Hall-Young Artist Spotlight Exhibit at The Jaffrey Civic Center The Jaffrey Civic Center is very pleased to announce the second exhibit in a series showcasing the work of local young artists under the age of 30. Greenfield artist, Ashley Hall will be exhibiting at the Civic Center from Thursday, April 14th through May
