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Public Art (and Opinion) Downtown

Public Art (and Opinion) Downtown

And Concord’s newest pieces sure have! Some have been big hits – like “American Dog” by Dale Rogers on the corner of N. Main and Centre St. But everyone loves dogs. That one is easy. Plus, that particular doggo is quite well known. Some have been harder for folks to figure out than others. Check out the new piece on the corner of North Main and Capitol Streets called “Taper Deco” by Rob Lorenson, and tell me if you think it’s a “C” for Concord, a doughnut, a portal to another dimension ala “Stargate” … or maybe you see something entirely different?

CultureVisit Concord NHSeptember 19, 2018art, public art, sculpture, concord NH

Concord: Fall in love with NH’s Foliage Capital

Concord: Fall in love with NH’s Foliage Capital

New Hampshire’s foliage season runs roughly from late-September to mid-October, but this varies widely depending on weather, topography and geography. Just before the season begins, a sneak preview of fall can be found as swamp maples surrounding some ponds and lakes may turn a fiery red, and the deciduous trees of northern New Hampshire may have already begun their transformation. Indigenous Peoples' Day Weekend is often the focal point of fall foliage excursions, but the White Mountains can present earlier colors.

Culture, recreationVisit Concord NHSeptember 16, 2018fall, foliage, color, autumn, tour, NH

Concord is the Pumpkin Capital!

Concord is the Pumpkin Capital!

Did you know that New Hampshire’s state fruit is the pumpkin? As New Hampshire’s Capital City, Concord is the perfect place to harvest this fall staple.

Eat, CultureVisit Concord NHSeptember 11, 2018pumpkin, pick-you-own, fall, autumn, NH

Concord, fall capital of the arts

Concord, fall capital of the arts

The air is starting to feel cool and the leaves in some parts of New Hampshire are already showing a hint that fall is on its’ way. While some have had their fill of hot summer days, the approaching fall foliage season provides a reason to get outside and experience New Hampshire’s fall colors and the long dry summer promises a vibrant show.

Event, Culture, LodgingVisit Concord NHSeptember 8, 2018foliage, fall, colors, leaf, NH, tour

SquidFlip offers Squid Ink

SquidFlip offers Squid Ink

12-Year making his own chalked paint in Concord

ShoppingVisit Concord NHSeptember 7, 2018kids, paint, Squidflip, Owen

Canterbury Shaker Village: 'Tis a gift to be Awesome!

Canterbury Shaker Village: 'Tis a gift to be Awesome!

A National Historic Landmark since 1933, Canterbury Shaker Village is s a non-profit, preserving the sense of community it was built upon. Its mission relies on preserving the Village as a place for learning, reflection and renewal of the human spirit through the eyes of the Shakers.

CultureVisit Concord NHSeptember 3, 2018Canterbury, Canterbury Shaker Village, Museum, music

League of New Hampshire Craftsmen to Host 2020 Capital Arts Fest

League of New Hampshire Craftsmen to Host 2020 Capital Arts Fest

The fair will be centered outside the headquarters of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, located at 49 South Main Street, across from the Capitol Center for the Arts. Artist tents will be spaced out up and down the street to provide plenty of room for all who decide to visit the fair. Visitors will have numerous activities to choose from: they can shop for one-of-a-kind craft, see live performances sponsored by the Capitol Center for the Arts, meet talented artists and watch demonstrations, and indulge in delicious food and other treats.

EventVisit Concord NHAugust 28, 2018League of Craftsmen, NH Foliage, fall crafts, fest, concord NH

What's Brewing in Concord, NH? Coffee!

What's Brewing in Concord, NH? Coffee!

With Revelstoke Coffee now open in Concord we thought we might discuss the city’s cafés - The Works Café, Gibson’s Café, White Mountain and more.

EatVisit Concord NHAugust 20, 2018Coffee, late, cafe, eats, bew

Memorial Field goes Wild: Concord hosts a Professional Baseball Club

Memorial Field goes Wild: Concord hosts a Professional Baseball Club

The New Hampshire Wild have made Concord their home base for the summer. The team takes part in a recently created independent league of 6 teams total and Memorial Field will host its games throughout the season.

recreationJayme SimoesAugust 15, 2018baseball, concord NH, NH Wild, Memorial field, summer ball, college ball

It’s hot in Concord, but you don’t need to go far for a swim

It’s hot in Concord, but you don’t need to go far for a swim

Concord is 50 miles away from the ocean, but that doesn’t mean you have to drive all the way to the seacoast for a swim. Around the city, there are ponds and river beaches to enjoy. They’re not staffed, and you need to be aware of the river’s current.

recreationVisit Concord NHAugust 6, 2018Swimming hole, brook, beach, concord NH, Gleasons fall, brookriver

This place is so familiar. Your face is so familiar

This place is so familiar. Your face is so familiar

You know when you’re walking down Main Street and see that person you see all the time, but you don’t *actually* know them… but they’re always smiling and waving at you anyway? If you’re from Concord, you probably know a lot of people in this category.

CultureVisit Concord NHAugust 1, 2018Faces, concord NH, Neighbors, Main Street

Phenix Hall to rise again

Phenix Hall to rise again

A makeover project will bring back Phenix Hall by building a new entrance and lobby, and an access point from the alleyway next to the landmark

NewsVisit Concord NHJuly 23, 2018Phenix Hall, theater, music, news, concord NH, Bagel works

Run Concord, NH.....

Run Concord, NH.....

See why running through Concord is amazing

News, recreationVisit Concord NHJuly 18, 2018run, running, concord NH, race

From Portugal to Concord, NH

From Portugal to Concord, NH

This is what makes Concord so big: ideas are on the move and things are in motion. There’s always something going on, something you can do, you can learn or you can taste. It’s just a matter of looking further and trying more.

NewsVisit Concord NHJuly 11, 2018concord NH, New England, Portugal, Travel

Theatre in a Hatbox

Theatre in a Hatbox

Concord's Hatbox Theatre is a square shaped theatre performance venue at the Steeplegate Mall that holds up to 99 people and engages the audience through proximity. The close-to-the-stage seating promotes a direct experience with the performance.

CultureVisit Concord NHJuly 9, 2018Hatbox, Theater, Drama, magic, stage, event

Concord, NH’s Cultural Capital, invites the world to see what’s new

Concord, NH’s Cultural Capital, invites the world to see what’s new

There’s even an outdoor movie right on North Main Street. Did we mention that the entire festival is free to attend? So, grab your friends and family and start planning your trip to Concord today. It’s a perfect time to visit!

CultureVisit Concord NHJuly 5, 2018culture, NH, urban, arts, Theater

How to have fun without staring at your device?

How to have fun without staring at your device?

Concorders, this is your city. Now, since you have almost finished reading this, go here for a full list of events, put you phone down, get out and fill your life with realexperiences!

recreationVisit Concord NHJune 28, 2018urban, city, unplugComment

Concord Farmers' Market, NH - Live Fresh

Concord Farmers' Market, NH - Live Fresh

The Concord Farmers Market is one of the oldest in the state, beginning in the summer of 1981 in the parking lot of the New Hampshire Savings Bank, now the Attorney General’s office. The market moved to its current location on Capitol Street next to the State House in 1988.

Visit Concord NHJune 25, 2018Visit Concord, NHNew Hampshire, concord NH, Farmers Market, vegetarian, Travel, Fresh food, fresh food Comment

Cool ideas for Ice Cream in Concord

Cool ideas for Ice Cream in Concord

With New England’s “wicked hot summers” it is important to hydrate and… yes - ice cream can help. Well, it can't hurt...

EatVisit Concord NHJune 20, 2018gelato, ice cream, treats, summer

Resale renewal in Concord - 1st and fun and reborn wonders

Resale renewal in Concord - 1st and fun and reborn wonders

Have you heard the buzz about resale? Many people are opting to reuse what’s already out there before they buy new… no longer are people associating secondhand shopping with musty old stores packed with stuff you’d never be able to sort through – in fact, in downtown Concord you’ll find a wealth of beautiful and unique resale shops.

ShoppingVisit Concord NHJune 13, 2018Concordconsignment, 2nd hand, resale, retail finds