Looking for different ways to Discover Monadnock? Here you can read about things to do in the small towns and villages of the Monadnock Region, check out venues for art, annual festivals, best places for food or shopping or seeing live music. There are things to do here throughout the seasons! Take a look – we know you’ll find something you like.
For a quick look at what’s going on visit our calendar. And to make more than a day trip of it, check out our great campgrounds, bed & breakfasts, and hotels!
Peterborough Folk Music Society
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JanNICOLE S. COLSON By definition, folk is the people’s music—and Deb McWethy gives the people what they want, helping to make the art form accessible to everyone. As the founder of the Peterborough Folk Music Society (PFMS), McWethy has planned an annual performance series in Peterborough for the past 25 years. It’s been her mission …
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Artist Spotlight: Taryn Fisher Fine Art
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JanIn a highly unpredictable time, Taryn Fisher has learned valuable skills in how to engage her arts community. “More than ever we need art,” said Fisher. “I see it as something that can bring us not only together, but forward. I think a lot about the role of art in terms of who we are …
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3 Creepy Places to Explore Outdoors
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DecAutumn explosions of red, orange, and yellow from trees once green fade into cold wintery grey. Seasons of death, decay, and early darkness spark interest in metaphysical objects and phenomena 🎃. Do you like the supernatural? Want to hear about spirits and abandoned places? Here are three outdoor sites to explore. Haunted Residence in Converse …
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Artists: Find support in the Monadnock Region
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NovArticle by Abby Holt Getting discovered as an artist is hard work. While there are a lucky few that wind up in a “right place, right time” situation, most of us have to live up to the starving artist persona. Fortunately, there are ways that we can set ourselves up for success. Many artists find …
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Fine Dining in the Monadnock Region
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OctExperience the Monadnock region’s unique rustic feel with fine dining in our local restaurants! If you plan on visiting Chesterfield, Peterborough, Walpole, Harrisville, or surrounding towns, then one of these four restaurants might offer the perfect evening for you! Each establishment on this list is only a taste of what our region has to offer. …
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Visiting Farms in the Monadnock Region
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AugLooking for a weekend getaway or a place to host your wedding? Do you love animals, nature, and fresh food harvested from healthy local soil? Stick around to discover the wonderful opportunities for fun and exploration visiting Monadnock region farms! In addition to onsite farm stands and stores stocked with seasonal, local produce and artisan …
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Summer fun for Kids
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JulIt’s summer and the kids are out of school! Are you at a loss of activities to satisfy the boundless energy and curiosity of your young kids? Are you planning a vacation or simply need some me time and an engaging day program? You’re in the right place! This July, give your young ones the …
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Festivals in the Monadnock Region
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JunLocals and visitors to the Monadnock region join together throughout the year to celebrate our annual arts and culture festivals! Join the fun with a parade at the Peterborough Children and the Arts festival or the Winchester Pickle Festival! Enjoy performances of the arts at the music-centered Thing in the Spring or community creations and …
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Things to do in Westmoreland New Hampshire
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AprWestmoreland may seem like a rural, out of the way town, but the hills and groves of this tiny town provide some true delights! If you’re looking for an adventure and don’t mind a beautiful drive, come visit Westmoreland. You’ll find artist studios, a couple wineries, plenty of hiking trails and a some great out …
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Things to do in Hinsdale New Hampshire
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AprHinsdale New Hampshire is one of those unassuming small towns that is full of charm. For a sleepy town, we found so many things to do in Hinsdale New Hampshire! From an annual Art in the Park festival to a warm-season farmers market and plenty of outdoor places to explore. The town even has an …
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