Library Will Take You on a Magical Mystery Tour to Spain

The Amherst Town Library will present “Spain: A Magical Mystery Tour” on June 26.

Amherst Town Library: Come to the Amherst Town Library on Wednesday, June 26 at 7 p.m. and take a virtual trip to Spain! Kicking off the Library’s summer adult programming series, Breaking New Ground, UNH Associate Professor of Spanish  John Chaston presents, “Spain: A Magical Mystery Tour”, sharing video, pictures, music and commentary of his many trips to the birthplace of Flamenco. Wonders, legends, and characters of Spain from the beginning of its history to the present day are all included in this tour along with insights into the life, history, fiestas, art, architecture, cuisine, music, and sports of this wondrous country.  Teaching in the Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at UNH, Professor Chaston has also served …

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What's Playing at the Movies

Here's what's playing in theaters around town this weekend, plus showtimes.

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Weekend Planner

Rock 'n Ribfest, Tea-Sipping and Fights!

Gobble down some ribs and good times at these fun New Hampshire events.

1. Ribs! The Nashua Rotary Rock 'n Ribfest is here for the weekend! Enjoy the best barbecue in New Hampshire with a variety of music and entertainment! New England’s premier family event – one weekend only on June 14, 15, and 16 at Anheuser-Busch in Merrimack, New Hampshire. All of the funds raised at the Rotary Rock’n Ribfest go to support area non-profit organizations, so come on out and enjoy helping others! Tickets re $10 at the gate or $7 in advance online. Kids 8 and under enter for free. 2. Irish music! Get ready for Irish Night with Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio and Tom Lanigan Band in the Capitol Center for the Arts on Sunday, Jun. 16 at 7:30 p.m. The Jordan Tirrell-Wysocki Trio is an acoustic group that brings fresh energy and …

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Nonstop Music at the SVC Showcase!

You will want to sing out loud when you see the good times in store for you this weekend.

1. Nonstop music! The Souhegan Valley Chorus is holding a very special end of the season gala on Saturday, June 8th, and you are invited to be part of this exciting event. The chorus will present the "SVC Showcase" -- 90 minutes of nonstop music in an intimate 1940s cabaret style setting. Attendees will be seated at small tables where exquisite desserts and beverages will be served by chorus members in formal attire while auditioned performers present favorites from the repertoire of The Great American Songbook. There is significant individual talent within the chorus, and these members will be featured in a memorable evening of song. Whether it brings back memories or provides new insight to another era, it will be an opportunity never …

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Amherst Recreation 2013 Summer Concert Series Schedule

Join Amherst Recreation every Tuesday starting June 18 for family fun!

The Amherst Recreation Summer Concert Series on the Green kicks off on Tuesday, June 18.  Come early and bring a blanket or chairs to enjoy an evening of family fun and music. In the event of rain, an alternate location for the concert will be posted on the Amherst Recreation website and on their Facebook page the day of the concert. All programs are free of charge. The Amoskeag Strummers - Tuesday June 18 at 6:30 on the Village Green The Amherst Town Band - Tuesday June 25 at 7:00 on the Village Green Outdoor Movie at Bean Fields - (6:30) Family Pick-Up Wiffle Ball, Soccer and Beach Ball Volleyball Games (8:45) Outdoor Movie- Movie TBA - Tuesday July 2 at Bean Field (next to Souhegan HS)  UNH's Little Red Wagon presents "Into the Grimm…

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5 Great Things To Do Over Memorial Day Weekend

A three-day weekend equals good times here in New Hampshire.

1. Honor our fallen. Memorial Day Weekeend is a time to remember those lost and appreciate the freedom that their sacrifice gives us. NH.com has a full list of parades and observances around the state during this patriotic holiday. 2. Fly high! The 21st Annual Rock 101 Sky Show will show off over Arms Park in Manchester on Sunday, May. 26 beginning at 2 p.m. This is a full day of fun to kick off summer culminating in a huge fireworks display over the Merrimack River. There will be a Beer Garden, food vendors and a full day of live musical performances by Quiet Riot, Prospect Hill, Flood This Earth, Draw the Line, Batter - Masters of Metallica and more! The state's largest Atlas fireworks display also begins at 9:20 p.m. 3. Great food! Only…

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Celebrate Art and Spring at the Milford Keyes Art Festival!

Bloomin' sidewalks returns to the Oval on June 1 & 2.

The Milford Keyes Art Festival is bringing a weekend of art to the Milford Oval. The weekend will include a fine art show, crafts, two performance stages, kids activities, face painting, food booths, and artist demonstrations. It will run on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Kids and the young at heart will enjoy Bloomin' Sidewalks - where art meets street. Bags of sidewalk chalk may be purchased and a section of downtown Milford's sidewalks chosen to create art beneath the feet. Music and movement arts will be featured on two stages and include the talents of the Ajar Project, Bare Bones Band, the Dance Company, singer Marlena Phillips, children's performer Amy Conley, Lamy’s Black Belt Academy, Groov’n, the …

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Auditions Coming for Souhegan Valley Dance Theatre

Auditions are June 1&2 for a new performing company that is forming in the community

Submitted by VouliDance: The creative talent in our community needs the right venue and mentors in order to actualize its full potential in the performing arts. The introduction of this atmosphere of growth is an opportunity for our community to guide its members toward an understanding and respect of the arts and the discipline involved in developing dancers with integrity. This is the path to higher artistic opportunities that could place dancers from our community in competitive dance environments.   Artistic Director Vouli Anthimidou announced today that a new performing dance company is forming in Amherst to offer our dancers exactly that. Souhegan Valley Dance Theatre will provide to dancers the practice and the performing …

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Local Author Begins Young Adult Series With 'The Portal's Choice'

KD Pryor of Amherst released her first book, "The Gatekeepers of Em'pyrean," last week.

An Amherst author has released the first book of many in a young adult series that explores the spooky and supernatural. KD Pryor unveiled The Portal’s Choice, the first entry in The Gatekeepers of Em’pyrean trilogy, last week. The story follows a young girl named Tallis Chalinor, who end up in New Hampshire after the death of their parents. This quiet new setting is interrupted when Tallis finds a portal that connects to the spirit world, and some of them come to the other side. The story accelerates as nastier spirits are released, and the portal chooses young Tallis as a temporary Gatekeeper who must return the ghouls to the spirit realm. Pryor said the inspiration for the book came after driving past a graveyard, which sat next to an …

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