Emilie Christie Burack releases new middle-grade book
Can a baby woolly mammoth be the key to saving the planet from climate disaster? Local author Emilie Christie Burack explores this question in her new middle-grade novel “Dominic Bean and the Mammoth Melt.” Dominic Bean used to be a good kid. But that was before his scientist parents left to work on a secret project…
Community invited to observe International Overdose Awareness Day at NH State House
Community Action Partnership Belknap-Merrimack Counties (CAPBM), in partnership with local organizations, recovery advocates, first responders and community members, will host New Hampshire’s community observance of International Overdose Awareness Day on Monday, Aug. 31, from 5 to 7 p.m., on the grounds of the New Hampshire State House in Concord. This marks the third consecutive year…
Six students graduate from LNA training program
Concord Hospital Health System (CHHS) recently celebrated the graduation of six students from its summer 2026 Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Training Program, marking another successful step in preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to serve patients throughout central New Hampshire. Administered in partnership with New Hampshire Technical Institute, the program provides participants with the…
New MomCo group launches to support local mothers
Mothers in the Pittsfield area now have a new place to find friendship, encouragement and community as MomCo launches a new local group this fall. MomCo is a global organization dedicated to helping moms thrive by creating welcoming spaces where they can build meaningful relationships, grow personally, and navigate the joys and challenges of motherhood…
Stream Me (Or Not!): ‘Away From Her’
Sarah Polley’s “Away from Her” is a moving and realistic portrayal of dementia, showingnot only the gradual loss of memory but also the emotional impact the disease has onboth the person whose memory is failing and the loved ones who care for them. Ratherthan focusing on dramatic medical events, the film captures the subtle, everydaymoments…
New Hampshire Humanities receives grant for Connections program
Recent news headlines focus on the literacy crisis affecting New Hampshire’s youth. But what about adults struggling with literacy and underemployment in the Granite State? According to the Coalition for Adult Basic Education (2025), currently there are 22,787 adults in New Hampshire who do not speak English well or at all; 49,157 working-age adults (18-64)…
Leadership Greater Concord selects class of 2027
The Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce’s prestigious Leadership Greater Concord (LGC) program has selected 28 participants representing diverse industries for this year’s class. LGC is a highly competitive 10-month deep dive into the capital region’s public resources and governance. This initiative, generously underwritten by Unitil, features high-profile speakers such as Governor Ayotte, Executive Councilor Karen Liot Hill,…
Waking Finnegan to take the stage
Get your feet on the floor and your pint in the air! The critically acclaimed, high-energy Celtic rock band Waking Finnegan, blending traditional Celtic music with modern rock, graces the Angela Robinson Bandstand on Tuesday night, August 18, beginning at 6 p.m.Known for lightning-fast fiddle and whistle tunes, powerful ballads and an infectious stagepresence, they…
Bee House reopening at Canterbury Shaker Village
The Bee House (originally built in 1837) was a node of agricultural processing for theCanterbury Shakers that shifted in response to the needs of the community overgenerations. Historical records indicate it was first used as a drying house for applesand then lumber. The building’s namesake is attributed to it being the headquarters ofthe community’s beekeepers…
NH Authors Directory launches as online resource
The New Hampshire Writers’ Project (NHWP) is proud to support the launch of the NewHampshire Authors Directory, a new online resource created by Heather Turner ofForfeng Designs to help connect New Hampshire authors with readers, libraries,bookstores, event organizers, and community partners. Now live at NHAuthors.com, the free directory showcases traditionally published andself-published authors from across…
Weddings sponsored by ADF Flooring
Bridal & Formal Wear 1. Britches of Concord, britchesconcord.com 2. Arnaldo Joseph, arnaldojoseph.com 3. A Day to Remember, adaytorememberbridalboutique.com Caterer sponsored by The Red Blazer 1. The Red Blazer, theredblazer.com 2. Alan’s of Boscawen Restaurant, alansofboscawen.com 3. Washington Street catering, washingtonstreetcatering.com Florist 1. Lily Flower Floral Designs, lilyflowerfloral.com 2. Cobblestone, cobblestoneflorist.com 3. Nicole’s Florist, nicolesghandflorist.com…
Active Aging sponsored by Havenwood Heritage Heights
55+ Communities 1. Havenwood Heritage Heights, hhhinfo.com 2. White Rock Senior Living, summitseniorliving.net 3. John H. Whitaker Place, whitakerplace.org Assisted Living 1. Havenwood Heritage Heights, hhhinfo.com 2. John H. Whitaker Place, whitakerplace.org 3. Peabody Place, peabody.place Home Care (non-medical) sponsored by Age at Home 1. Age At Home, ageathomenh.com 2. Visiting Angels, visitingangels.com 3. Home…
Arts & Entertainment sponsored by New Hampshire Federal Credit Union
After Hours Hangout 1. Cheers, cheersnh.com 2. Beanie’s Bar & Grill 3. The Flannel Tavern, flanneltavern.com Arcade / Game Room 1. Fun Spot, funspotnh.com 2. Gnomies, gnomieswoodlandfountain.com 3. Capital City Billiards, capitalcitybilliards.net Art Gallery sponsored by Go Native Gallery 1. Go Native Gallery, gonativegallery.com 2. Two Villages, twovillagesart.org 3. Currier Museum of Art, currier.org Best…
Automotive sponsored by Tim’s Truck Capital
Auto Body 1. Guimond’s Auto Body, guimondsautobody.com 2. Dark side Customs, dark-side-customs.com 3. Weed Family Automotive, weedfamilyautomotive.com Auto Detailing 1. Concord Auto Spa, concordautospanh.com 2. T.K.O Detailing LLC, tkodetailing.com 3. ShineRight Detailing & Auto Glass, shinerightautodetailing.com Auto Parts sponsored by Batteries Plus 1. Batteries Plus Bulbs, batteriesplus.com 2. Sanel NAPA, sanelnapa.com 3. Carparts of Epsom,…
Food & Drink sponsored by Constantly Pizza
Bakery 1. The Red Blazer, theredblazer.com 2. Crust & Crumb, thecrustandcrumb.com 3. The Bean & Bakery Brewery 1. Oddball Brewing Co., oddballbrewingnh.com 2. Litherman’s, lithermans.beer 3. Concord Craft, concordcraftbrewing.com Brunch 1. Tuckers, tuckersnh.com 2. Shirley’s Kitchen, shirleyskitchennh.com 3. The Windmill Burgers 1. The Gravy Train Food Truck 2. The Barley House, thebarleyhouse.com 3. Cheers, cheersnh.com…
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