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Showing posts with label New Hampshire. Show all posts
Showing posts with label New Hampshire. Show all posts
Monday, May 4, 2015
Keene Sentinel: MonIFF Int'l Film Festival III a BIG success
MonIFF, the Monadnock International Film Festival just wrapped up its third season and it is being touted as a big success. Check out this article in the Keene Sentinel for all the details.
Monday, April 27, 2015
Washington Post: New Hampshire #1 for Libraries
Of course this OpEd in the Washington Post refers to libraries in the entire state of New Hampshire. However, the library in Peterborough received a special mention because it is the first tax supported library...in the world!!!
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| Old postcard image of Peterborough, NH Town Library |
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Maple Syrup: How Sweet it is!
Before you buy maple syrup, you need to make sure it is the real deal. Real maple syrup is never labeled “breakfast” or “pancake” syrup, such as what you might find in a supermarket aisle: These concoctions are basically high fructose corn syrup with artificial flavoring. It is against U.S. law to label these sweeteners “maple syrup.”
Real maple syrup, as you many know, is a product from maple trees’ liquid sap, which is collected in late winter to early spring, and boiled down to make thick maple syrup. It takes about 40 gallons of sap to make just one gallon of maple syrup – which is why our delicious maple syrup can be pricey.
When you visit a sugar house operation during maple sugaring season, or buy a bottle of real maple syrup, you might be confused by the types of “grades” of syrup.
Here’s a quick guide to what these labels mean, courtesy of information from the New Hampshire Maple Producers Association. Note that the “grades” do not have to do with the purity of the maple syrup, simply the color and flavor. Chose your grade and color according to how strong you like your maple flavor.
Grade A Light Amber: This is the first run of maple syrup in early spring. It is light in color and has a delicate maple flavor. It’s used to make maple cream, candy and sugar.
Grade A Medium Amber: This is a syrup produced later in the season; the syrup is darker than the “light” and has a richer maple flavor. Many people prefer this grade for pouring over pancakes, ice cream or oatmeal. It is also used for making maple cream and sugar.
Grade A Dark Amber: This dark syrup is made toward the end of the sugaring season. This variety (as well as Grade B), is a favorite among native New Englanders since it has a preferred hearty maple flavor.
Grade B: This is the syrup that is produced at the very tail end of the season. Many producers make a small amount of this grade, which has very dark color and robust maple taste. Many prefer this grade for cooking, but it can also be used as a table syrup.
Real maple syrup, as you many know, is a product from maple trees’ liquid sap, which is collected in late winter to early spring, and boiled down to make thick maple syrup. It takes about 40 gallons of sap to make just one gallon of maple syrup – which is why our delicious maple syrup can be pricey.
When you visit a sugar house operation during maple sugaring season, or buy a bottle of real maple syrup, you might be confused by the types of “grades” of syrup.
Here’s a quick guide to what these labels mean, courtesy of information from the New Hampshire Maple Producers Association. Note that the “grades” do not have to do with the purity of the maple syrup, simply the color and flavor. Chose your grade and color according to how strong you like your maple flavor.
Grade A Light Amber: This is the first run of maple syrup in early spring. It is light in color and has a delicate maple flavor. It’s used to make maple cream, candy and sugar.
Grade A Medium Amber: This is a syrup produced later in the season; the syrup is darker than the “light” and has a richer maple flavor. Many people prefer this grade for pouring over pancakes, ice cream or oatmeal. It is also used for making maple cream and sugar.
Grade A Dark Amber: This dark syrup is made toward the end of the sugaring season. This variety (as well as Grade B), is a favorite among native New Englanders since it has a preferred hearty maple flavor.
Grade B: This is the syrup that is produced at the very tail end of the season. Many producers make a small amount of this grade, which has very dark color and robust maple taste. Many prefer this grade for cooking, but it can also be used as a table syrup.
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
The Covered Bridges of the Monadnock Region
“The American covered bridge has inspired more poets and painters than has perhaps any other familiar object of our native landscapes.” — David Steinman, author of Bridges and Their Builders, 1941.
Covered bridges are a symbol of America’s simpler times. They are picturesque, inspirational and even romantic. While they are viewed today as quaint throwback to a bygone era, these wood bridges were originally designed with an intense Yankee-like practicality in mind.
Without a covering, a wood bridge exposed to the elements would last only 15 to 20 years. That common sense approach to cover wooden bridges has paid off: Some covered bridges have lived on into the 21st century – thanks in part to a Federal program to help restore many of the still-standing covered bridges that were on the brink of collapse after decades of neglect.
While there were more than 10,000 covered bridges in the U.S. in the 19th century, there are still about 750 still standing – and functional. Fifty-four of those covered bridges are in the state of New Hampshire; of those 7 are in the Monadnock Region.
Here is a glimpse of these Monadnock Region covered bridges (they are state numbered). Note that these bridges are not only pretty to look at, but today serve as functional bridges over rivers and streams. When you drive through a covered bridge, slow down and take the time to look at the engineering marvel of its protecting roof, with criss-crossed braces extending from the top to the bottom.
Ashuelot Covered Bridge (NH #1)
Winchester, NH
Built in 1858, renovated in 1999
This bridge is considered by local historians to be one of New Hampshire’s most elaborate covered bridges. It originally was built to transport wood across the Ashuelot River for use by the Ashuelot Railroad. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Coombs Covered Bridge (NH #2)
Winchester, NH
Built 1837, renovated in 1971
The bridge, which spans the Ashuelot River, was named for its original builder and owner, Anthony Coombs. It was used for social and commercial purposes; and it is still used today. It listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Slate Covered Bridge (NH #4)
Swanzey, NH
Built 1862, rebuilt 2001
The bridge was named for the Slate family, who lived nearby. The bridge suffered many mishaps in its history including collapsing under a team of oxen in 1842, damage from a snowplow in 1987 and a fire in 1993. The bridge was rebuilt in 2001 for $900,000.
Carlton Covered Bridge (NH #7)
Swanzey, NH
Built in 1789, rebuilt 1869 and 1996
The records say that the original bridge was built at a cost of “15 pounds.” According to local lore, the bridge was put up by barn builders because the truss construction is so similar to that used in barns. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Thompson Covered Bridge (NH #5)
Also known as the West Swanzey Bridge
West Swanzey, NH
Built in 1832, rebuilt 1976
In 1973 it was posted for 6 ton limit, just enough for an empty school bus. When school buses were filled, drivers simply asked students to get off the bus, walk the bridge, and re-board on the other side. In 1976 a new concrete and steel bridge was built nearby for buses and trucks. This bridge, now posted at a 3-ton limit, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sawyer’s Crossing Covered Bridge (NH #6)
Also called “Cresson Covered Bridge”
Swanzey, NH
Before 1771, reconstructed in 1859 and 1996
When the bridge was renovated in 1859 town folks celebrated in a big way: with lanterns hung from the rafters, a four-piece orchestra, lunch at midnight and dancing through night. The bridge also became famous in 1953 when its image was used in a Chesterfield cigarette Christmas carton. The bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
County Covered Bridge (NH #8)
Hancock and Greenfield, NH
Built 1832, rebuilt in 1937, renovated 1981
A flood swept away the original bridge in March of 1936. The bridge was rebuilt using funds from the Federal Emergency Relief Administration project. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Covered bridges are a symbol of America’s simpler times. They are picturesque, inspirational and even romantic. While they are viewed today as quaint throwback to a bygone era, these wood bridges were originally designed with an intense Yankee-like practicality in mind.Without a covering, a wood bridge exposed to the elements would last only 15 to 20 years. That common sense approach to cover wooden bridges has paid off: Some covered bridges have lived on into the 21st century – thanks in part to a Federal program to help restore many of the still-standing covered bridges that were on the brink of collapse after decades of neglect.
While there were more than 10,000 covered bridges in the U.S. in the 19th century, there are still about 750 still standing – and functional. Fifty-four of those covered bridges are in the state of New Hampshire; of those 7 are in the Monadnock Region.
Here is a glimpse of these Monadnock Region covered bridges (they are state numbered). Note that these bridges are not only pretty to look at, but today serve as functional bridges over rivers and streams. When you drive through a covered bridge, slow down and take the time to look at the engineering marvel of its protecting roof, with criss-crossed braces extending from the top to the bottom.
Ashuelot Covered Bridge (NH #1)
Winchester, NH
Built in 1858, renovated in 1999
This bridge is considered by local historians to be one of New Hampshire’s most elaborate covered bridges. It originally was built to transport wood across the Ashuelot River for use by the Ashuelot Railroad. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Coombs Covered Bridge (NH #2)
Winchester, NH
Built 1837, renovated in 1971
The bridge, which spans the Ashuelot River, was named for its original builder and owner, Anthony Coombs. It was used for social and commercial purposes; and it is still used today. It listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Slate Covered Bridge (NH #4)
Swanzey, NH
Built 1862, rebuilt 2001
The bridge was named for the Slate family, who lived nearby. The bridge suffered many mishaps in its history including collapsing under a team of oxen in 1842, damage from a snowplow in 1987 and a fire in 1993. The bridge was rebuilt in 2001 for $900,000.
Carlton Covered Bridge (NH #7)
Swanzey, NH
Built in 1789, rebuilt 1869 and 1996
The records say that the original bridge was built at a cost of “15 pounds.” According to local lore, the bridge was put up by barn builders because the truss construction is so similar to that used in barns. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Thompson Covered Bridge (NH #5)
Also known as the West Swanzey Bridge
West Swanzey, NH
Built in 1832, rebuilt 1976
In 1973 it was posted for 6 ton limit, just enough for an empty school bus. When school buses were filled, drivers simply asked students to get off the bus, walk the bridge, and re-board on the other side. In 1976 a new concrete and steel bridge was built nearby for buses and trucks. This bridge, now posted at a 3-ton limit, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sawyer’s Crossing Covered Bridge (NH #6)
Also called “Cresson Covered Bridge”
Swanzey, NH
Before 1771, reconstructed in 1859 and 1996
When the bridge was renovated in 1859 town folks celebrated in a big way: with lanterns hung from the rafters, a four-piece orchestra, lunch at midnight and dancing through night. The bridge also became famous in 1953 when its image was used in a Chesterfield cigarette Christmas carton. The bridge is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
County Covered Bridge (NH #8)
Hancock and Greenfield, NH
Built 1832, rebuilt in 1937, renovated 1981
A flood swept away the original bridge in March of 1936. The bridge was rebuilt using funds from the Federal Emergency Relief Administration project. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Friday, August 17, 2012
Pitcher Mountain: Easy Climb, Great Views and Wild Blueberries
Pitcher Mountain in Stoddard, N.H. is 2,153 feet tall but it will perhaps be the easiest New Hampshire mountain you will ever climb -- and it comes with all the “great view” perks of a tougher climb.
The hike to the top (300 vertical feet from the trailhead) is less than ½ mile (0.4 miles to be exact); the main trail (the one to the right of the parking lot and blazed with white triangles) is a well-traveled wide fire road through what is known as Andorra Forest, owned and managed by the Faulkner family for more than 70 years.
The hike gets those who are even just moderately fit up to the summit in about 20 minutes with barely breaking a sweat (there is another rocky/bolder trail option to the left of the parking lot, blazed with blue if you’d like more of a challenge). The easy-peasy path will reward you along the way with bucolic views of the 200-acre Pitcher Mountain Farm, which raises Scottish Highland beef cattle.
Once at the top you can see, on a clear day, the southern portion of Vermont’s Green Mountains, most of the Monadnock Region (including Mt. Monadnock) and even the White Mountains (Mt. Lafayette) if the sky is really clear. The 50-foot fire tower at the top can be climbed to get an even better 360 degree view.
If you happen to climb Pitcher Mountain in mid- to late-August, be sure to bring along a coffee can, basket or bucket to collect the mountain’s wealth of wild high-bush blueberries (the small, dark and incredibly sweet kind) – there’s 50 acres of these berry bushes at or near the summit. Payment is by honor system at the trailhead in the parking lot – give an honest estimate of how much you picked – and drop a dollar or two per pint on your way out.
Easy climb. Great views. And sweet blueberries to pick in August. You can’t ask more of a mountain hike. Plus the drive to Pitcher Mountain on Route 123 is a scenic pleasure.
The hike to the top (300 vertical feet from the trailhead) is less than ½ mile (0.4 miles to be exact); the main trail (the one to the right of the parking lot and blazed with white triangles) is a well-traveled wide fire road through what is known as Andorra Forest, owned and managed by the Faulkner family for more than 70 years.
The hike gets those who are even just moderately fit up to the summit in about 20 minutes with barely breaking a sweat (there is another rocky/bolder trail option to the left of the parking lot, blazed with blue if you’d like more of a challenge). The easy-peasy path will reward you along the way with bucolic views of the 200-acre Pitcher Mountain Farm, which raises Scottish Highland beef cattle.
Once at the top you can see, on a clear day, the southern portion of Vermont’s Green Mountains, most of the Monadnock Region (including Mt. Monadnock) and even the White Mountains (Mt. Lafayette) if the sky is really clear. The 50-foot fire tower at the top can be climbed to get an even better 360 degree view.
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| View of mountains from fire tower |
Easy climb. Great views. And sweet blueberries to pick in August. You can’t ask more of a mountain hike. Plus the drive to Pitcher Mountain on Route 123 is a scenic pleasure.
Friday, July 27, 2012
Become a Localvore
It’s easy – not to mention healthy -- to eat local food in the height of the summer season in New England. In New Hampshire, we celebrate Eat Local Month the entire month of August (August 5-11 is NH Farmers’ Market Week.
How can you learn about the art of preserving, growing and even foraging for your own food? The Monadnock Localvores have workshops almost year-round on just how to do that. These workshops are run by knowledgeable farmers and backyard enthusiasts who will expertly guide you through the art of gathering your own mushrooms, cooking with your CSA bounty, baking bread, making cheese and even brewing your own beer or local apple wine.
Visit the Monadnock Region, the unspoiled Southwest corner of New Hampshire, and take advantage of the opportunity to "eat local" at one of our charming B&Bs or Inns serving the most scrumptious breakfasts you will find anywhere.
Here are some upcoming workshops (click through to link to find out pricing and remaining slots available):
How can you learn about the art of preserving, growing and even foraging for your own food? The Monadnock Localvores have workshops almost year-round on just how to do that. These workshops are run by knowledgeable farmers and backyard enthusiasts who will expertly guide you through the art of gathering your own mushrooms, cooking with your CSA bounty, baking bread, making cheese and even brewing your own beer or local apple wine.
Visit the Monadnock Region, the unspoiled Southwest corner of New Hampshire, and take advantage of the opportunity to "eat local" at one of our charming B&Bs or Inns serving the most scrumptious breakfasts you will find anywhere.
Here are some upcoming workshops (click through to link to find out pricing and remaining slots available):
- August 16, 2012 (10 a.m.-12 p.m.) Wild Mushroom Foray
- September 6, 2012 (6-8 p.m.) Brewing a Local Beer
- October 14, 2012 (2-4 p.m.) Apple Wine Making
- October 21, 2012 (1-3 p.m.) Beginner Beekeeping
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Full of Hot Air - The Hillsborough Balloon Festival & Fair
The festival has become a major four-day extravaganza for this small town of 6,000 since the festival merged dates with the former Hillsborough Fireman’s Weekend, and recently, an artisans fair has been added to the weekend. Today, Hillsborough welcomes more than 30,000 people each year to the festival.
There are lots of activities within these four days of this charming New England summer festival to satisfy everyone in your family: carnival rides, an artisan fair, live music, a parade, a 5K road race, fireworks, and a bevy of colorful hot air balloons, which will dramatically lift off twice a day at 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. (weather permitting) on Saturday and Sunday.
- Flights over the Monadnock Region. Full-fledged flights piloted and crewed by regional balloon enthusiasts – will be available to the general public. The rides last anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour and cost $200 per passenger (most balloons can carry 3-5 passengers as well as the pilot). Cash, checks and all major credit cards are accepted. To make flight reservations, call (603) 464-0377.
- Tethered flights. For those who prefer to remain closer to the ground, there will also be tethered flights available – meaning the balloon is secured to the ground and are piloted into the air about 50 feet for about 5 minutes then floated gently back to the ground. The cost is $15 per person.
- Night glow show. For those who don’t want any part of jumping into a balloon’s basket, but appreciate the beauty of hot air balloons, don’t miss the “Night Glow Show” at dusk on Friday night where a half dozen (or more) balloons will remain on the ground but inflate (using the white flame) and become dramatically illuminated. This show is free to the public.
Need a place to stay while attending the festival? Inquire with a local B&B for great overnight accommodations to make your weekend getaway complete.
Friday, July 13, 2012
I Scream, You Scream...
It was 1984 when President Ronald Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month. He also proclaimed the third Sunday of July as National Ice Cream Day, where all people of this great nation should observe the day with “appropriate ceremonies and activities.”
Ice cream lovers in the U.S. will forevermore tip their cones to the 40th president of the United States for this awesome proclamation. We can eat our favorite dessert with abandon throughout the hottest month of the year – and relish some sweet celebrations held everywhere on the third Sunday – this year held on July 15 – that’s right, this Sunday!
Before digging into those cones and dishes laden with frozen desserts, here are some fun facts courtesy of the International Ice Cream Association) about ice cream:
Ice cream lovers in the U.S. will forevermore tip their cones to the 40th president of the United States for this awesome proclamation. We can eat our favorite dessert with abandon throughout the hottest month of the year – and relish some sweet celebrations held everywhere on the third Sunday – this year held on July 15 – that’s right, this Sunday!
Before digging into those cones and dishes laden with frozen desserts, here are some fun facts courtesy of the International Ice Cream Association) about ice cream:
- America is the ice cream capital of the world – it produces 1.5 million gallons per year; each American consumes an average of 22 quarts per year.
- Not surprisingly, vanilla is the most popular flavor in the U.S. (it comprises about 20 to 29 percent of all ice cream sales); chocolate is a distant second and garners about 10 percent of the market.
- One out of every five ice cream eaters admit to binging on ice cream in the middle of the night; this study discovered that men binge in the middle of the night more than women.
- About 9 percent of all the milk produced in the U.S. is used for ice cream.
- The best known in the area may be Walpole Creamery, which not only sells out of its Scoop Shop in Walpole, but is available in many retail locations in the region. Their ice cream is of the highest quality and some of the tastiest around!
- Kimball Farm in Jaffrey is known for its huge portions, extensive variety of flavors, and great quality. It is more than just an ice cream stand, it's more like a clam shack that's not on the beach since they serve plenty of lobster rolls, fried clams, burgers, fish and chips and chicken finger baskets.
- Connolly Brothers Farm in Temple is a true farm experience. You drive up the dirt entrance road till you reach the dairy barn...cows on the right and dairy store on the left. If you drive up on the right day you can walk in on them (the owners...not the cows) actually making and packing the ice cream. This is not a scoop shop, their delicious home made ice cream is available in cups or pints or as cookie sandwiches and chocolate covered pops. Don't forget to thank the cows on your way out :)
- Step back in time at the Central Square Ice Cream Shop in Hillsborough, an old fashioned soda-shop and parlor reminiscent of a bygone era. The ice cream is homemade and worthy of a stop!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
It Takes a Village … to Hold a Music Festival
Actually it takes many villages – more than a dozen -- in the Monadnock Region to host the annual summer Monadnock Music Festival. The village concert festival – now in its 46th year -- is a series of free classical music concerts set in intimate New England venues – from town halls to churches to historic meeting houses.
“What has always made Monadnock Music special is the intimacy of our venues and the quality and range of offerings across a spectrum of periods, styles and genres,” says William Chapman, executive director of Monadnock Music.
The 2012 summer festival season – July 6-August 11 -- brings some rising stars and renowned artists; selections include a season-long examination of the works of Virgil Thomson, the return of opera, Sanford Sylvan and Appalachian Spring. At the helm of the season is Monadnock Music’s new artistic director, Gil Rose, the former artistic director of Boston Modern Orchestra Project and Opera Boston, and a three-time Grammy Award nominee.
The concert series is a perfect excuse to catch a world-class concert, and explore some old New England villages in the Monadnock Region such Peterborough, Harrisville, Wilton, Francestown, Walpole, Jaffrey and Dublin. It is also a way to get to know village residents, who come out in droves to support the concert series; the goal of the concert series, after all, say organizers, is to make classical music accessible to people in rural areas.
So, this summer, spend a day (or night) in some of the Monadnock Region’s most picturesque towns – and listen to some beautiful music. Complete your evening of classical music with an overnight stay at one of our many wonderful local B&Bs or inns.
Here’s the lineup:
Note: Village Concerts are free, other concerts require ticket purchase; visit Monadnock Music for details and reservations.
Friday, July 6, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
OPENING NIGHT
Monadnock Sinfonietta performs music commissioned by Martha Graham
Sunday, July 8, 3:00 pm – Harrisville Community Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday, July 11, 7:30 pm – Deering Community Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: Irina Muresanu (violin), Rob Auler (piano)
Friday, July 13, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
Guest Artist: Claremont Trio
Sunday, July 15, 3:00pm – Wilton Center Unitarian Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday, July 18, 7:30 pm – Keene Ahavas Achim Synagogue
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: Hirsch-Pinkas Duo (pianos), Jonathan Hess, Robert Schulz (percussion)
Friday, July 20, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
Guest artist: Alan Feinberg (piano)
Sunday, July 22, 3:00 pm – Francestown Old Meeting House
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday, July 25, 7:30 pm – Temple Community Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest artists: Terry Everson (trumpet), Scott Jarett (organ)
Thursday, July 26, 7:30 pm – Sullivan Congregational Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: F. A. E. Duo, Nicholas DiEugenio (violin), Chi-Chen Wu (fortepiano)
Sunday July 29, 3:00 pm – Keene Colonial Theatre
Opera Celebration (tickets required)
Guest Artists: Heather Buck (soprano), James Maddalena (baritone), Frank Kelley (tenor), Aaron Engebreth (baritone); directed and conducted by Gil Rose
Wednesday, August 1, 7:30 pm – Hancock Congregational Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players with Krista River
Thursday, August 2, 7:30 pm – Washington Congregational Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Saturday, August 4, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
Guest Artists: Sanford Sylvan (baritone), David Breitman (fortepiano)
Sunday, August 5, 3:00 pm – Walpole Unitarian Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday August 8, 7:30 pm – Jaffrey Center
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Quartet
Friday, August 10, 7:30 pm – Peterborough All Saints’ Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: Lorelei Ensemble
Saturday, August 11, 3:00pm – Dublin Emmanuel Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Quartet
“What has always made Monadnock Music special is the intimacy of our venues and the quality and range of offerings across a spectrum of periods, styles and genres,” says William Chapman, executive director of Monadnock Music.
The 2012 summer festival season – July 6-August 11 -- brings some rising stars and renowned artists; selections include a season-long examination of the works of Virgil Thomson, the return of opera, Sanford Sylvan and Appalachian Spring. At the helm of the season is Monadnock Music’s new artistic director, Gil Rose, the former artistic director of Boston Modern Orchestra Project and Opera Boston, and a three-time Grammy Award nominee.
The concert series is a perfect excuse to catch a world-class concert, and explore some old New England villages in the Monadnock Region such Peterborough, Harrisville, Wilton, Francestown, Walpole, Jaffrey and Dublin. It is also a way to get to know village residents, who come out in droves to support the concert series; the goal of the concert series, after all, say organizers, is to make classical music accessible to people in rural areas.
So, this summer, spend a day (or night) in some of the Monadnock Region’s most picturesque towns – and listen to some beautiful music. Complete your evening of classical music with an overnight stay at one of our many wonderful local B&Bs or inns.
Here’s the lineup:
Note: Village Concerts are free, other concerts require ticket purchase; visit Monadnock Music for details and reservations.
Friday, July 6, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
OPENING NIGHT
Monadnock Sinfonietta performs music commissioned by Martha Graham
Sunday, July 8, 3:00 pm – Harrisville Community Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday, July 11, 7:30 pm – Deering Community Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: Irina Muresanu (violin), Rob Auler (piano)
Friday, July 13, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
Guest Artist: Claremont Trio
Sunday, July 15, 3:00pm – Wilton Center Unitarian Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday, July 18, 7:30 pm – Keene Ahavas Achim Synagogue
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: Hirsch-Pinkas Duo (pianos), Jonathan Hess, Robert Schulz (percussion)
Friday, July 20, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
Guest artist: Alan Feinberg (piano)
Sunday, July 22, 3:00 pm – Francestown Old Meeting House
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday, July 25, 7:30 pm – Temple Community Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest artists: Terry Everson (trumpet), Scott Jarett (organ)
Thursday, July 26, 7:30 pm – Sullivan Congregational Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: F. A. E. Duo, Nicholas DiEugenio (violin), Chi-Chen Wu (fortepiano)
Sunday July 29, 3:00 pm – Keene Colonial Theatre
Opera Celebration (tickets required)
Guest Artists: Heather Buck (soprano), James Maddalena (baritone), Frank Kelley (tenor), Aaron Engebreth (baritone); directed and conducted by Gil Rose
Wednesday, August 1, 7:30 pm – Hancock Congregational Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players with Krista River
Thursday, August 2, 7:30 pm – Washington Congregational Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Saturday, August 4, 7:30 pm – Peterborough Town House
Town House Concert (tickets required)
Guest Artists: Sanford Sylvan (baritone), David Breitman (fortepiano)
Sunday, August 5, 3:00 pm – Walpole Unitarian Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Players
Wednesday August 8, 7:30 pm – Jaffrey Center
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Quartet
Friday, August 10, 7:30 pm – Peterborough All Saints’ Church
Village Concert (free)
Guest Artists: Lorelei Ensemble
Saturday, August 11, 3:00pm – Dublin Emmanuel Church
Village Concert (free)
Monadnock Quartet
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Keepin’ Food Local
Love eating local food? If you are committed to eating local,
fresh food wherever you happen to be traveling, then your visit to the
Monadnock Region can be a localvore heaven, particularly in the summer months.
The Monadnock Region is known as a “hotbed” of New Hampshire’s local food activity, with good reason. Local fare is offered to guests at many area inns, B&Bs and restaurants (for restaurants offering local foods, visit Monadnock Menus.
Plus, during the summer you can find a farmers’ market happening in the region every day of the week -- even in the winter there’s a farmers’ market to be found most weekends.
So, don’t forget pack along your cloth bags when visiting. And head on over to one of the many vibrant farmers’ markets in the region – one is sure to be found near your B&B or inn.
Here’s a complete list (list courtesy of Monadnock Table magazine:
Monday
Peterborough (May-Oct., 11-4 p.m.)
Monadnock Community Hospital, northeast parking lot
"Fresh Chicks" Facebook page
Tuesday
Keene (May-Oct., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Behind The Colonial Theatre on Main Street
Keene Farmers Market
Wednesday
Peterborough (May-Oct., 3-6 p.m.)
Depot Square
Peterborough Farmers Market
Thursday
Keene (June-Oct., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene, rear employee entrance.
Rindge (June-Oct., 3-6 p.m.)
West Rindge Common Park at the corner of Route 202 and Bradford Street.
Friday
Harrisville/Nelson (June-Oct., 5-7 p.m.)
Harrisville Store or Nelson Village Green. Market begins June 8 in Harrisville and alternates with Nelson every other week.
Walpole (May-Oct., 4-7 p.m.)
Town Common
Walpole Farmers Market
Saturday
Gilsum (May-Oct., 8 a.m.-noon)
Gilsum Village Market, Main Street
Hancock (May-Oct., 9 a.m.-noon)
Horse sheds behind First Congregational Church, Main Street.
Hillsborough (July-Sept., 9 a.m.-noon)
Butler Park, corner of Central and Main Streets
Hillsborough Pride Farmers Market
Jaffrey (June-Sept., 9 a.m.-noon)
Coll’s Market and Deli parking lot, Old Sharon Road.
Keene (May-Oct. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Behind The Colonial Theatre, Main Street
Keene Farmers Market
Sunday
Temple (May-Dec., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Temple Town Common, Route 45.
The Monadnock Region is known as a “hotbed” of New Hampshire’s local food activity, with good reason. Local fare is offered to guests at many area inns, B&Bs and restaurants (for restaurants offering local foods, visit Monadnock Menus.
Plus, during the summer you can find a farmers’ market happening in the region every day of the week -- even in the winter there’s a farmers’ market to be found most weekends.
So, don’t forget pack along your cloth bags when visiting. And head on over to one of the many vibrant farmers’ markets in the region – one is sure to be found near your B&B or inn.
Here’s a complete list (list courtesy of Monadnock Table magazine:
Monday
Peterborough (May-Oct., 11-4 p.m.)
Monadnock Community Hospital, northeast parking lot
"Fresh Chicks" Facebook page
Tuesday
Keene (May-Oct., 9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Behind The Colonial Theatre on Main Street
Keene Farmers Market
Wednesday
Peterborough (May-Oct., 3-6 p.m.)
Depot Square
Peterborough Farmers Market
Thursday
Keene (June-Oct., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Cheshire Medical Center/Dartmouth-Hitchcock Keene, rear employee entrance.
Rindge (June-Oct., 3-6 p.m.)
West Rindge Common Park at the corner of Route 202 and Bradford Street.
Friday
Harrisville/Nelson (June-Oct., 5-7 p.m.)
Harrisville Store or Nelson Village Green. Market begins June 8 in Harrisville and alternates with Nelson every other week.
Walpole (May-Oct., 4-7 p.m.)
Town Common
Walpole Farmers Market
Saturday
Gilsum (May-Oct., 8 a.m.-noon)
Gilsum Village Market, Main Street
Hancock (May-Oct., 9 a.m.-noon)
Horse sheds behind First Congregational Church, Main Street.
Hillsborough (July-Sept., 9 a.m.-noon)
Butler Park, corner of Central and Main Streets
Hillsborough Pride Farmers Market
Jaffrey (June-Sept., 9 a.m.-noon)
Coll’s Market and Deli parking lot, Old Sharon Road.
Keene (May-Oct. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Behind The Colonial Theatre, Main Street
Keene Farmers Market
Sunday
Temple (May-Dec., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.)
Temple Town Common, Route 45.
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