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CONCORD MONITOR

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Juston McKinney returns stage show

Juston McKinney

Show is at Hermit Woods Winery & Eatery, Dec. 13

HermitWoodsWinery& Eaterywillhostacclaimed comedianJustonMcKinney foranexclusive,intimate comedynightonFriday, Dec.13.Theshowwilltake placeatthewinery,located at72MainSt.,Meredith, andwillfeatureMcKinney’s signaturehumorinacozy venueseatingjust60 guests.

Theeveningkicksoff withacomplimentarywine tastingfrom5:30to6p.m., followedbydinnerand drinksstartingat6p.m.The performancebeginsat7 p.m.,withthebarremaining openthroughouttheshow. Thekitchenwillclosewhen McKinneytakesthestage.

McKinney,aNewHampshirenative,hasalonglist ofcomediccredits,includingappearancesonThe TonightShow,Conan,and ComedyCentralspecials suchasParentallyChallengedandOnMid-LifeSupport.Hislatestspecial,On theBrightSide,hasreceived overamillionviewson YouTube,highlightinghis abilitytoturneverydaylife

intolaugh-out-loud comedy.

Thisshowoffersarare chancetoseeMcKinneyin anintimatesetting,farremovedfromthelargetheaterswherehetypically performs.Thelimited seatingensuresthatevery guestwillhaveanexcellent view,creatingauniquely personalcomedyexperience.

Ticketsforthisspecial eventareonsalenow.Refundsareavailableuptofive daysbeforetheevent. Forticketsandadditional details,visithermitwoods.com/eventsorcall 603-253-7968.Don’tmiss thisopportunitytoenjoyan eveningofwine,food,and laughterwithoneofNew Hampshire’smostcelebratedcomedians.

TheannualContoocook ArtisansHolidayCraft Fairwilltakeplacefrom Friday,Dec.6,toSunday, Dec.8,attheAmerican LegionPost81E.R.MontgomeryEventCenter,169 BoundTreeRoad,Hopkinton.Admissionisfree.

elry,leathergoods, clothing,oilclothaccessoriesandhandbags, feltedtreasures,pottery, photography,soaps,folk art,beadwork,quilts, Shaker-styleitems, Christmasornaments,and more.

FairhoursareFriday, Dec.6,from10a.m.to7 p.m.;Saturday,Dec.7, from10a.m.to5p.m.; andSunday,Dec.8,from 10a.m.to2p.m.

Thisjuriedfineartsand craftsfairwillfeature over30localartisansofferingawidevarietyof handmadeitems.Shopperscanfindgiftsforthe home,bakedgoods,maple syrupandhoney,baskets, dolls,woodencrafts,jew-

Foradditionalinformation,emailcontoocookartisansnh@gmail.com.

Jean’s Playhouse presents ‘A Christmas Carol’

TheNorthCountryCenterfor theArtsatJean’sPlayhousewill presentAChristmasCarol:TheMusicalGhostStoryfromDec.13-15. ThisreimaginingofCharles Dickens’classicblendsoriginal music,traditionalcarols,supernaturalelements,andstrikingvisuals totellthestoryofredemptionwith ahauntingtwist.

WrittenanddirectedbyNCCA’s ExecutiveArtisticDirectorJoel Mercier,theproductiontransforms

theintimatespaceatJean’sPlayhouseintoVictorianLondon,utilizingitsindustrialsettingto heightentheeerieatmosphere.

Afterdebutingtonearsell-outaudienceslastyear,theshowhas quicklybecomeaholidaytradition intheWhiteMountains.

“WewantedtohonorDickens’ ghoststoryconceptwhileadding somethingfreshandthrillingtothe stage,”saidMercier.“Scrooge’s journeyfromisolationtoreconnec-

tionresonatesstronglyintoday’s society.”

Thecastfeatures12professional actors,includingRayDudley reprisinghisroleasEbenezer Scrooge,DanaCullinaneasthe SpiritsofChristmasPast,Present, andFuture,andKristoferHolzas JacobMarley.AdditionalcastmembersincludeBrandonLee,John Marshall,ErinClemente,and others.Fourlocalchildrenalsojoin theproduction,includingElzabeth

SunderlandasTinyTim. Themusicalfeaturesathreepiecebandwithmusicdirectionby E.RenéeGamez,choreographyby KatieProulx,andscenicdesignby AndrewStuart.

Performancesrunforone weekendonlyatJean’sPlayhouse inLincoln,NH.Ticketscanbepurchasedatjeansplayhouse.comor bycalling603-745-2141.Don’t missthisuniqueholidayexperience.

Astrologerandauthor SallyCraginwillpresent theMoonSignAlmanacand discusstheinfluenceofthe moonphasesonWed.,Jan. 8,at6:30p.m.atGibson’s Bookstore,45SouthMain St.,Concord.

Cragin,aLlewellyn Worldwideauthor,willexplainhowthenewandfull moonphasesin2025can guidedecisionsindailylife. Fromknowingthebest timestoclean,throwa party,orquitabadhabit,

themoon’sphasesoffer valuableinsightsfortiming actions.Forthosefamiliar withtheirsunsigns,Cragin willsharehowtofine-tune decisionsbasedonlunar cycles.

Craginistheauthorof TheAstrologicalElements andAstrologyOnTheCusp, whichhavebeenwidely soldintheU.S.andinternationally.Shecontributes “NewandFullMoonForecasts”toLlewellyn’sMoon SignAlmanaceachyear.

Inadditiontoherwork inastrology,Craginteaches writing,folklore,history, andtheatreatFitchburg StateUniversityandthe CambridgeCenterfor AdultEducation.An award-winningjournalist, shealsoservesasaCouncilor-at-largefortheCity ofFitchburg,Massachusetts. Thiseventisfreeand opentothepublic.For moreinformation,visit gibsonsbookstore.com

Dec. 5

■ Bach’s Lunch: “Harmonious Heights” by Zefira Trio: 12:10 to12:50 p.m. Free. Concord Community Music School, 23 Wall St., Concord. reception@ccmusicschool.org.

■ Books & Brew: 5:30 p.m. Free. Heights Branch Library, 14 Canterbury Rd,, Concord. jsalemy@concordnh.gov.

■ Concord Fall Leaf Collection: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

■ Craft Apprentice Program Capstone Exhibition: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 49 South Main St., Suite 100, Concord.

■ Crafting Joy: The Art of Optimism Exhibition: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 49 South Main Street, Suite 100, Concord.

■ Great Rivers of Europe at Holiday Time: 10 to 11 a.m. Re-

live Jon's travel along three major rivers of Europe: The Seine, Rhine and Danube, and as far east as Budapest. $5. GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 North State St., Unit L, Concord. kgagnon@goodlifenh.org.

■ Healing Yoga: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Gentle, and inclusive yoga class designed to help boost your body’s immune system & improve balance. $55. GoodLife Programs & Activities, 254 North State St. Unit L, Concord. kgagnon@goodlifenh.org.

■ STEAM for Littles: 10 a.m. Free. Concord Public Library, 45 Green St. Contact jsalemy@concordnh.gov.

Dec. 6

■ Concord Fall Leaf Collection: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

■ Crafting Joy: The Art of Optimism Exhibition: 9 a.m. to 4

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p.m. 49 South Main St., Suite 100, Concord.

■ First Friday - Go Green Concord: 4 to 8 p.m. Contact katesullivan324@gmail.com.

■ Grand Funk Railroad: 7:30 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St., Concord.

■ Jordan TW Trio & Máiréad Nesbitt Celtic Violinist: 7:30 p.m. BNH Stage, 16 South Main St., Concord.

■ Mairead Nesbitt: 7:30 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St, Concord.

■ Midnight Merriment 2024/Parade of Lights: 5 p.m. Downtown Concord.

■ NHFPI’s 9th Annual Conference: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $25$50. Grappone Conference Center, 70 Constitution Dr., Concord. events@nhfpi.org.

■ Super Stellar Friday: Newton's Laws of Gravity, with Dave McDonald: 6:30 p.m. McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center, 2 Institute Dr., Concord. (603) 271-7827.

Dec. 7

■ Christmas with the Cows: 11

a.m. to 5 p.m. Brookford Farm, 250 W Rd., Canterbury.

■ Family Program: Giant Steps Across New Hampshire: 2 to 4 p.m. Free. New Hampshire Historical Society, 30 Park St. Concord. (603) 228-6688. zbinette@ nhhistory.org.

■ House Lights: 8 p.m. The Shaskeen, 909 Elm St., Concord.

■ Meet Santa at The Paper Store!: 10 a.m. to noon. Free. The Paper Store, 68 Fort Eddy Road, Concord. (603) 225-6767.

■ The Met Live In HD: 7 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St., Concord.

■ New England Irish Harp Orchestr: 1:30 p.m. Join us for a delightful program of lively music, sure to put you in the holiday spirit with the New England Irish Harp Orchestra. Free. City Wide Community Center, 14 Canterbury Rd., Concord. jsalemy@concordnh.gov.

■ Roomful of Blues: 8 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St., Concord.

■ St. Nicholas Fair: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. Grace Episcopal

Church , 30 Eastman St., Concord. 603-848-7444.

■ Storytime Stations at the Heights: 9:30 a.m. Free. Heights Branch Library, 14 Canterbury Rd., Concord. jsalemy@concordnh.gov.

■ Top of the World: 7 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St., Concord.

Dec. 8

■ Capital Jazz Orchestra: 4 p.m. Capitol Center for the Arts, 44 South Main St., Concord.

■ Christmas with the Cows: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Brookford Farm, 250 W Rd., Canterbury.

■ Community Players of Concord Auditions for “The Gods of Comedy:” 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Auditions for the Community Players, “The Gods of Comedy.” Go to www.communityplayersofconcord Free. Concord Community Players Studio, 435 Josiah Bartlett Rd., Concord. bettylent54@ gmail.com.

■ Nefesh Mountain: 2 p.m. The Rex Theatre, 23 Amherst St., Concord.

Samuel Habib is a typical 21year-old, itching to move out, start a career, and find love. But no one tells you how to be an adult, let alone an adult with a disability. Can a community of disability activists help him follow his dreams?

Join filmmakers Samuel and Dan Habib for a Q&A following the 4pm screening on December 6th and, introducing the 6:30 screening.

11 South Main Street, Concord

Get your gifts before the holiday crunch

Shop downtown on Dec. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m.

DowntownPeterboroughinvitesresidentsandvisitorsto starttheirholidayshopping earlyduringitsFirstFriday shoppingeventonFriday, Dec.6,from5to7p.m.and later.Localbusinesses,galleries,andrestaurantswill stayopenlate,offering uniquegifts,seasonaltreats, andfestiveexperiences.

Theeventincludesthe GreaterKeene&PeterboroughChamber’sannualtree lightingat6p.m.inPutnam Park,followedbycaroling. SantaClauswillgreetvisitorsattheTownHouse from5to7p.m.,withcomplimentarycookies,cocoa, andphotoopportunities.

Participatingbusinesses include:

■ TheApothecary:Holidayshoppingessentials.

■ AvaMarie’sChocolates: Handcraftedchocolatesand icecream.

■ DogsonDepot:Seasonalgiftsforpets.

■ diVINEonMain:Extendedhourswithsnacks, sips,andgiftcertificates.

■ Joseph’sCoat:Artisanmadeclothing,jewelry,and gifts.

■ MonadnockCenterfor HistoryandCulture:Free museumadmissionanda curatedgiftshopfeaturing localgoods.

■ NiduStudio/Tribals: JapaneseFuroshikigift

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wrappingdemonstration.

■ PeterboroughTownLibrary:HolidayTreesdisplayandPrismPainters’art opening.

■ ToadstoolBookshop: Booksforeveryoneonyour list.

Diningoptionsinclude

Cooper’sHillIrishPub, Harlow’sPub,andWaterhouseRestaurant,whichoffersigloodining.

AdditionalactivitiesincludeyogaatTriaYoga (5:30-6:30p.m.)andlive musicatTwelvePineCafé (5-6p.m.),accompaniedby

complimentarywinetasting startingat4p.m. Formoreinformation, contactPelagiaVincentat pelagiavincent@earthlink.net.Enjoyamplefree parkingandsupportlocal businesseswhilecelebrating theseasoninPeterborough.

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Paul and Lorković at Bass Hall peterborough

Singer-songwriterEllis PaulandpianistRadoslav Lorkovicwillperformat BassHallattheMonadnock CenterinPeterboroughon Saturday,Dec.14,at7p.m.

Doorsopenat6:30p.m.

EllisPaul,acelebrated figureincontemporaryfolk music,hasbuiltanincredible30-yearcareerwith20 albums,15BostonMusic Awards,andperformances atvenueslikeCarnegieHall andtheNewportFolkFestival.Knownforhispoetic storytelling,Paul’ssongs blendpersonalexperiences withuniversalthemes,offeringinsightsintothe

humanconditionthrough love,redemption,andthe celebrationofheroes.

RadoslavLorkovic,apianistwhosestylefusesclassical,jazz,blues,andsoul, willjoinPaulforthisspecial performance.Bornin Croatiaandraisedinthe UnitedStates,Lorkovichas touredglobally,appearingat eventssuchastheWoody GuthrieFolkFestivaland PrairieHomeCompanion.

Ticketsare$30onlineand $35atthedoor(cashor checksonly).Fortickets andmoreinformation,visit theMonadnockCenter’s website.

Courtesy EllisPaul andRadoslav Lorkovic.

Artisans holiday shopping event

TheWarnerHistorical Societywillhostits annualHolidayArtisansshoppingeventatthe UptonChandlerHouseMuseum,10WestMainSt.The openhouserunsFriday, Dec.6,from5to7p.m.and Saturday,Dec.7,from10 a.m.to4p.m.

Theeventfeaturesawide selectionoflocallymade giftsandcrafts,including:

■ ArtworkbyDenise Green

■ Hand-wovencreations byPaulaMorse

■ Holidaywallhangings andtablerunnersfrom MinkHillQuilting

■ SeaglassjewelryandornamentsbyBethConners

■ Blockprintsandtextiles byMonicaRico

■ TurnedbowlsbyGary Young

■ Jewelryandbasketsby MichelleMarson

■ PotterybyJerilyn Nieder

■ Bakedgoodsfrom GooseberryFarm

Themuseumstorewill

alsoofferuniqueitems, suchasDaltonCovered Bridgeteeshirtsfeaturing originalartworkbyDenise Green,Mt.Kearsargeapparel,hand-paintedWarner ornaments,andanew reprintofWarner,N.H. 1880-1974. Additionally,abarnsale willincludeholidaydecorationsandhomegoodsto makeyourhomefestive.

Thebarnsaleandmuseum storewillalsobeopenon Nov.30andDec.14,15,and 21,from9a.m.tonoon.

TheWarnerHistorical Society,foundedover50 yearsago,workstopreserve andshareWarner’sheritage.TheUptonChandler HouseMuseumhostsexhibitsandprograms,andthe Societyalsomaintainsthe LowerWarnerMeeting House,listedontheNationalRegisterofHistoric Places.

Formoreinformation, visittheWarnerHistorical Societyat10WestMain Streetduringtheevent.

book of the week

“The

Restaurant of Lost Recipes,” by

Hisashi Kashiwai

Thisisanotherbookby theauthorofThe KamogawaFoodDetectives,withthesameunusualfatheranddaughter teamcookinganddetecting. Theirrestaurantistucked awayinabackstreetin Kyoto,andsomeonehasto

tellyouaboutit,oryouhave toseeasmalladvertisement aboutitintheGourmet Monthlymagazine.The buildinglooksrundown andthereisn’tasignoutside.

Butifyouarelucky enoughtofindtheKamogawaDiner,insideyouwill findChefNagarewhoisalwaysreadytoserveyoua setlunchfilledwith amazingfood.Hisdaughter Koishirunsthedetective partofthebusiness.Shewill askyoutodescribethe

recipeyouseek.Inone chapter,anOlympic swimmermissesthe bentoboxthathis alienatedfather usedtomakefor him.Inanother,a model,afriendof Koishi’sfromuniversity,asksforthe recipeforfriedrice thathermumused tomakeforher.Itwasdifferentfromthefriedricein restaurants,alittletartand ithadapinkcolor.She’sengaged,andshewantsherfi-

ancétotastethisdishfrom herchildhoodinorderto gettoknowher better.Ahusband andwifewhoowna Japanesebakeryask forarecipefor Christmascake. Theirsondied youngandheloved Christmascake.The coupleisstill grievingandhopethat tastingthiscakewillhelp them.

Thedishesmaybesimple, orexotic,buttheyallhave

importantmeaningtothe peoplerequestingthem.Everyonewhovisitsthe KamogawaDinercomes awaychanged,witharecipe fromtheirpast,andadifferentviewoftheirfuture.

Thisisacharming,comfortingbook,aperfectone toreadinacomfychairwith acupofteawhiletherain tricklesdownthewindows.

VisitConcordPublicLibraryatwww.concordpubliclibrary.net

Robbin Bailey

Trio to perform at fundraiser

ElectricEarthConcerts willpresenttheacclaimed HorszowskiTrioonSunday, Dec.8,at4p.m.atThePark TheatreinJaffrey.Theevent servesasEEC’sannual fundraiser,supportingits programmingandoutreach activities.Admissionisa minimumdonationof$65 perperson.

TheHorszowskiTrio,featuringviolin,cello,and piano,willperformworks byRebeccaClarke,Arnold Schoenberg,andAntonín Dvorak.Sincetheirformationin2011,thetriohas earnedpraisefortheirperformances,describedas “eloquentandenthralling” (TheBostonGlobe)and“the mostcompellingAmerican grouptocomeonthescene” (TheNewYorker).

In2023,theprestigious FischoffNationalChamber MusicCompetitionestablishedthe“HorszowskiTrio Prize”tohonorthegroup’s contributionstochamber

music.Theirreputationasa dynamicforceintheinternationalmusicworldhas beensolidifiedthroughcriticalacclaim,includingaccoladesfromGramophone,The LosAngelesTimes,andinternationalpublications. Ticketscanbepurchased onlineatelectricearthconcerts.orgoratthedoor

(cashorcheck).Formore information,contactJoan Eproat603-499-6216.

EventDetails:

■ Date:Sunday,Dec.8, 2024

■ Time:4p.m.

■ Location:TheParkTheatre,Jaffrey

■ Admission:$65minimumdonationperperson

The Horszowski Trio.

Downtown Concord

Always remember that YOUR support makes it possible for the Capitol Center for the Arts and BNH Stage to offer a diverse and engaging selection of world-class performing arts to this community. Become a member or gift one today!

Featuring a delightful selection of gifts, clothing and imported foods from over twelve European countries...at Viking House you’re bound to nd the perfect gift for that special someone with a are for all things Europe.

At Goldsmiths Gallery, you will nd ne jewelry by recognized designer jewelers, as well as classic designs and custom work by our designers. Explore the artists for your special gift.

Roy's Nails, proudly family owned and operated for more than 10 years and always one of the Cappies Best Pedicure and Manicure Spa Salons. For the holidays , make an appointment today!

Celebrating her rst full year on Main Street is She's A Lady, a unique boutique featuring timeless fashions with a modern edge. For the perfect t in clothing and accessories, this is the place for your new go-to pieces.

Wine on Main - An experience for everyone with curated wines from around the world, classes, tastings, events, alcohol-free offerings, and gifts. FREE wine tastings Thursday December 12, 4-6pm and Saturday December 14, 1-4pm.

Since 1927 Granite State Candy Shoppe has been delighting customers with homemade chocolates, candies and nuts, prepared daily the old-fashioned way with original recipes and candy making techniques.

For more than 40 years, Britches of Concord has provided tailored clothing, sportswear, and accessories for men and women with the quality, selection, and service that provides the value of Your Personal Haberdashery.

Cobblestone Flowers & Gifts offers only the nest quality fresh owers available, along with a wide selection of giftware imported from around the world for a fun shopping experience with superb customer service.

Indigo Blues & Co. is a jeans boutique and more. For the clothes you live in and the gifts she'll love to receive. You'll nd clothes, jewelry and accessories that not only make you look good but feel good too.

Fabulous Looks Boutique offers a wide variety of beautiful clothes, 15 cases of stunning jewelry, art-inspired accessories, and whimsical gifts for the stylish person on your list.

It all starts with a story at Gems First, where the focus is on ne jewelry, from appraisals and repairs to custom design and reconstructions with an eye for gemology and unique character.

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Bring the Merriment this Friday!

Simply Birkenstock provides you with the best in BIRKENSTOCK footwear and a selection of notable apparel and accessory brands that share our commitment to comfort and quality.

At United Shoe Repair you’ll nd the quality cobbler work you've come to expect with a growing selection of unique nds like Duckfeet boots, Boston Scally hats, and unique NH shirts.

Concord Food Co-op is a member-owned grocery store, bakery, and café focused on natural, local, and organic foods. Everyone is welcome to shop at the Co-op - no membership required!

Root Up Concord, your one-stop metaphysical store, has a fantastic new location next door to Joe Kings with all of your favorite metaphysical products, authentic crystals, and personal care!

Go Native Gallery has an exquisite selection of oil on canvas artwork, marvelous pottery and home decor, and hand woven silk embroidered rugs that simply must be seen to be believed.

At Hilltop Consignment, you’ll nd unique items like vintage clothes, accessories, one-of-akind pieces, and items no longer available in retail stores at a fraction of the original price.

Constantly Pizza combines a passion for good food with generations of Italian family recipes to provide you with the best meal in town. For gift cards or for the ultimate meal catering, call today!

DIY Craft & Thrift is a creative reuse store, accepting donations of used arts and craft supplies. Stop in for all your creative needs, or snag a gift card for someone special!

Since 1898, Gibsons Bookstore has brought the community the best in intelligent entertainment. There’s something for everyone with books, cards, gifts, and toys.

Detailed Stained Glass offers glass, tools and supplies, classes, custom work, and handcrafted gifts by American artists like ornaments, vases, kaleidoscopes, paperweights and suncatchers.

Capitol Craftsman and Romance Jewelers is most proud of its 45+ year tradition of providing the most exciting collections of expertly handcrafted jewelry and gifts from hundreds of American craftspeople.

And of course, the experienced and friendly staff at Joe Kings are available to assist each customer in nding the best t and style of shoes for anyone on your list. Also with gift cards in any amount.

Children’s Auction announces Boot Drives

TheGreaterLakesRegionChildren’sAuctionhasannounced itsbootdrivecollections, sponsoredbylocalfiredepartments.Allproceeds supporttheChildren’s Auctionandthus,local childrenandfamiliesin need.

Thisyear’sauctionwill beheldfromDec.10-13, andearlyaccessbidding startedNov.29.Theevent willbelive-streameddaily from9a.m.to7p.m.on LRPATVChannel25,laconiadailysun.com,andchildrensauction.org.

Formoreinformation,to donateorvolunteer,visit childrensauction.orgorcall 603-527-0999.

About the Greater Lakes Region Children’s Auction

Numerousfundraising eventsintheLakesRegion

throughouttheyearsupporttheGreaterLakesRegionChildren’sAuction,includingourfour-daysignatureeventeveryDecember. Inthepastfourdecadeswe havedistributedmorethan $8.6milliontoover80 nonprofitsthatservelowincomefamiliesandchildrenintheLakesRegion, allthroughvolunteerefforts,communitydonationsandcorporatesponsorship.

TheAuctionfallsunder theumbrellaoftheGreater LakesRegionCharitable FundforChildren,a 501(c)(3)nonprofitorganizationthathelps localcommunityorganizationsthatservechildren andfamiliesinneed.For moreinformation abouttheAuction,thenonprofitsitsupportsandhow youcanhelp,visitChildrensAuction.org.

MERRY CHRISTMAS CONCORD

By JAMES W. SPAIN

For the Insider

Asfallleadsto winter, winterfestivities repeat, thegoodcrewfrom Concord, placedourwreaths onMainStreet. Theyselectedwith care, eachposttobe hung, festivewreaths where, Christmassongs willsoonbesung. Itiswithgoodwill, Christmashasreturnedwithout pause, nostalgicmemories rekindled, aswewaitforSanta Claus.

Courtesy Christmas decorations going up on Main Street.

MONITOR FILE People watchfrom underneaththe StateHouse archas the30th annual Christmas tree lighting took place on Main Street, 2023.

ELIZABETH FRANTZ / Monitor staff Santa makes an appearance during the annual Christmas Parade in Concord onNov. 18, 2017.

Mary Fahl to Perform at BNH Stage

Singer-songwriterMary Fahl,knownforher distinctivecontralto voiceandexpressiveperformances,willbringher musictotheBNHStageat 16SouthMainSt.,Concord, onSun.,Dec.15,at3p.m. Fahlfirstrosetoprominenceastheleadsingerand

co-founderofOctoberProject,a1990sNYC-based chamber-popgroupcelebratedforitslushharmoniesandsweeping melodies.Aftertwoalbums withEpicRecords,sheembarkedonasolocareer,exploringarangeofmusical styles.Herworkhasin-

cludedsongsforfilmslike GodsandGenerals,performancesofariasandmedievalSpanishmusicfor SonyClassical,andan album-lengthreinterpretationofPinkFloyd’sDark SideoftheMoon

DescribedbyTheBoston Globeashaving“avoicefor thegodsthatcantransport listenerstootherrealms,” Fahl’smusicisoftencomparedtolegendssuchas

FairportConvention’s SandyDennyandLondon Grammar’sHannahReid. Hersongs,whichevokea timelessandgothicromanticism,eveninspiredauthor AnneRicetofeatureher voiceinthe2013novelThe WolvesofMidwinter. AttheConcordperformance,Fahlwillpresent songsfromheralbumCan’t GetItOutofMyHead,acollectionofreimaginedclas-

sicsfromartistssuchas PinkFloyd,GeorgeHarrison,theMoodyBlues, ELO,TheRollingStones, andNeilYoung.Thealbum reflectsFahl’stributetothe musicthatshapedherasan artist,offeringamessageof solaceandconnection.

Ticketsfortheperformanceareavailableonline. Formoreinformation,visit theBNHStagewebsiteor contactthevenue.

TheMusicHallandOgunquitPlayhouseareexcitedto announcethatperformances ofDisney’sFrozenbegan Nov.27,andtheproduction runsthroughDec.22atThe MusicHallinPortsmouth, NH(28ChestnutStreet, Portsmouth,03801).

Experience the Pure Wonder of Broadway

Disney’s“Frozen”isthe timelesstaleoftwosisters, pulledapartbyamysterious secret.Asoneyoungwoman strugglestofindhervoice andharnessherpowers within,theotherembarksonanepicadventure tobringherfamilytogether onceandforall.Bothare searchingforlove,butthey justdon'tknowwhereto findit.

Fromtherenownedproducerof“TheLionKing” and“Aladdin,”thisextraordinaryproductionpromises anunforgettabletheatrical journey.Withsensational specialeffects,stunning setsandcostumes,andpowerhouseperformances, “Frozen”isathrillingand genuinelymovingexperiencethatTheNewYorker describesas“simplymagical.”

“Frozen”isaBroadway masterpiecethatcaptures theessenceofhope,love, andfamily,wrappedinspectacularvisualsandunforgettablesongs,”saidBrad Kenney,ExecutiveArtistic DirectoratOgunquitPlayhouse.“Wearethrilledto bringthisextraordinaryproductiontoThe MusicHallandknowitwill enchantaudiencesofall ages."

“There’snothinglikethe holidayseasonin Portsmouth,andhosting FrozenalongsideourWinter Carnivaladdsanextra sparkletodowntown,”said TinaSawtelle,President& CEOofTheMusicHall.

“We’redelightedtocreatean

family at The Music Hall

unforgettableholidayexperiencethatcombinesworldclasstheaterwithfestive communitycelebrations.”

Weeknightperformances ofDisney’sFrozenofferthe bestticketavailability,sosecureyourseatsnowtoenjoy thismagicalexperience duringtheholidayseason.

Special Features for This Production

■ ASLPerformance:The Friday,December20performanceat7:00PMwillfeatureAmericanSignLanguage(ASL)interpreting.

■ WinterCarnival:Celebratetheholidayseasonat TheMusicHall’sWinter Carnivalindowntown PortsmouthduringourproductionofFrozen!Onselect Saturdays Dec.14and21 experienceamagical winterwonderlandopento all.Enjoyfestivefun,liveentertainment,andholiday cheer.

■ TalkbackEvent:Joinus aftertheDec.11at1:30p.m. performanceforanexclusivetalkbackwiththecast andcreativeteam.Gainbehind-the-scenesinsights

intobringingthismagical productiontolife.

Introducing Sensory Bags

TheMusicHallisproudto announcethatsensorybags arenowavailableatbothof itslocations.Thesefreeresourcescreateawelcoming spaceforguestsofallages whomayfeeloverwhelmed bytheirenvironment.Each sensorybagcontainstools suchasawigglecushion, sound-reducingearmuffs,a weightedlapblanket,sunglasses,afidgetarray,anda copyoftheGoingtoThe MusicHallsocialstory.Sensorybagscanbecheckedout fromtheBoxOfficeatno cost.

TicketsforDisney’s Frozenareavailablenow.For moreinformation,visit www.themusichall.org. Ticketsstartingat$50can bepurchasedonlineatTheMusicHall.org,overthe phoneat603.436.2400,orin personattheMcKeonTicketingHub(104Congress St.)indowntown Portsmouth.Groupsof10or moresave15%offticket

prices.

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history

Dec.5,2002:Gov.-elect CraigBensondirectsall stateagencyheadstoprune theirbudgetrequestsforthe nexttwoyearstowellbelow currentspendinglevels, alarmingDemocratsand sendingdepartmentheads scatteringtofindsavings.

Dec.5,1908–FireChief WilliamGreensetsoutfor themoviesatPhenixHall, buteventhoughthesame showplayedatthenearby OperaHouseformorethan ayear,thePhenixisfilled. Thereareplanstoconvert yetanotherbuildinginthe Durginblockintoatheater. “Verily,thepeopleare movingpicturemad,”Mayor CharlesCorningwritesin hisdiary.

Dec.5,1999:Afirebreaks outatSouthCongregational ChurchinConcord45minutesbeforeascheduledperformanceofHandel’sMessiah.Afterabout80singers andmusiciansinformalattiregatheronPleasant Street,theyheadfornearby St.Paul’sChurch,where about200peoplearetreated toanimprompturendition oftheoratorio’smostfamoussection.

Dec.5,1998-Six teenagerstelltheNorthfield policethattheyareresponsibleforthefirethatdestroyedtheformerJ.P. StevensMillseveraldays earlier.Theysaythefire

startedwhenatorchthey werecarryingignitedpaper onthefloor.

Dec.5,1963:Underanew statelaw,alldriversoverage 75mustbetestedagainby theDepartmentofMotor Vehicles.Thestatecalculatesthat7,500motorists willbeaffected.

Dec.5,1876:NewHampshireeliminatestheprovisionthatthecandidatesfor governor,statesenatorand staterepresentativemustbe Protestant.

Dec.5,1998:Fivevolunteerbuildersfallfromthe backofatwo-storybuilding inHopkintonwhenasectionofstagingcollapsesona HabitatforHumanitywork siteofRolfePondRoad.

Dec.6,2002:Afiretears

throughacentury-oldhouse onBridgeStreetinPittsfield,leavingfourpeople homeless.Nooneisinjured.

Dec.6,1883:Morrill’s millburnsdowninContoocook.Thelossisestimatedat$10,000;itwasinsuredfor$2,000.

Dec.6,2001:TheNew HampshireTechnicalInstitutehasbeenaccreditedasa two-yearcommunitycollegebytheNewEnglandAssociationofSchoolsand College’sCommissionon InstitutionsofHigher Learning,thesamegroup thatassessestheUniversity ofNewHampshireandthe statecollegesinKeeneand Plymouth,theMonitorreports.“Thisisoneofthe mostsignificantmomentsin

thehistoryofNHTI,”said PresidentBillSimonton.“It willprobablysetthestage forthenext40yearsofcollege.”

Dec.6,1941:Thefirst squadronofA-20attackaircraftarriveatManchester Airport,24hoursbefore JapaneseattackPearl Harbor.Atthepeakofthe airport’swartimeuse,6,000 troopswillbestationedin Manchester,includingthe 45thBombardmentGroup andananti-submarine squadronthatwilldestroyat leasttwoNazisubsonthe U.S.Atlanticcoast.

Dec.6,1905:Elizabeth YatesisborninBuffalo. LivinginPeterborough,she willbecomeafamedauthor ofbooksforyoungpeople,

including,in1951,Amos Fortune,FreeMan,winner oftheNewberymedal.Her husband,WilliamMcGreal, willwriteofherin1951: “Shehasplentyofcourage,a strongfaithandanativeexpectancyofgood.Living withherisahighadventure.”Shewillliveherlater yearsinConcordanddiein thecityin2001.

Dec.6,1723:Thefirst whitemenreachWeare. TheyareanIndian-scalphuntingpartyunderCapt. DanielPeckerofHaverhill, Mass.

Dec.7,2002:TheMonitor reportsthatthepublicwill getaccesstothousandsof pagesofchurchpersonnel recordsiftheRoman CatholicDioceseofManch-

Compassionate

esteragreestosettlethe state’scriminalinvestigation.Theattorneygeneral’s officehasbeeninvestigating whetherthechurchfailedto protectchildrenfromabusivepriests.

Dec.7,2001:James Parker,the17-year-oldfrom Chelsea,Vt.whoisaccused ofkillingHalfandSusanne ZantopofHanover,pleads guiltytobeinganaccomplicetooneofthemurders. Inexchangefortestimony againsthisfriendandco-defendant,RobertTulloch, Parkerwillreceivealighter sentenceof25yearstolife.

Dec.7,1972:NewHampshireofficialsannouncethat elderlyskierswillgetreducedratesattwostateownedskiareas.Those65 andolderwillgetadiscount atCannonandSunapee. Thoseover70willskifree.

Dec.7,1941:While diningwithU.S.ambassador JohnG.WinantofConcord, WinstonChurchilllearnsof theJapaneseattackonPearl Harbor.Thesilverliningfor Churchill:TheUnitedStates willatlastenterthewar.

Dec.7,1941:The JapanesebombPearl Harbor,forcingtheUnited StatesintotheSecond WorldWar.Bywar’sendin 1945,nearly60,000New Hampshirecitizenswill haveworntheuniform. Battledeathsfromthestate willtotal1,599.

Dec.7,1965:Concord’s newDouglasN.EverettIce ArenaonLoudonRoadis dedicated.Theopening event:ahockeygamebetweenDartmouthand UNH.

Dec.8,2002:Inprivate, nearlyeveryoneinvolvedin theWayneVettersexualharassmentcasecallsitaconfusing,contradiction-filled fiasco,theMonitorreports. TheFishandGameemployeeswhoreluctantly complainedabouttheirboss thoughttheirtestimonywas confidential.Butitwas madepublicwithouttheir consentbytheExecutive CouncilandGov.Jeanne

Shaheen.Councilmembers receivedcampaigncontributionsfromVetterand werefriendlywithhimfrom theirmutualworkforthe stateRepublicanParty.But nonrecusedthemselves fromsittinginjudgmentof him.

Dec.8,1979:Concord CityManagerJimSmithrescindsthefiredepartment’s banonliveChristmastrees inpublicbuildings.

Dec.8,1883:TheDaily Democratispublishedfor thefirsttimeinLaconia.

Thecostpercopy:1penny.

Dec.8,2001:Former FranklincitymanagerJames PittswillstartworkinJanuaryasBow’ssecondtown manager,theMonitorreports.“I’vealwaysadmired thewaythetownhadalot ofprideinitself,”Pittssaid. InBow,hecontinued, there’s“astrongfocusona communityspirit.Iamdelightedtogetachancetobe partofthat.”

Dec.8,1999:Morethan 150NewLondonresidents attendingaforumtodiscuss thestatewidepropertytax saythestateshouldinstead payforpubliceducation withanincometax.Gov. JeanneShaheendropsinon

themeetingandindicates sheisnolongercommitted tovetoinganincometaxif oneshouldhappentoreach herdesk.

Dec.8,1998:Thefederal governmentholdsahearing inConcordtodiscussremovingtheperegrinefalcon fromthenation’sendangeredspecieslist.The raptorhasmadearemarkablecomebackinNew Hampshire,whichboasts12 nestingpairs.

Dec.8,1732:Aroyal grantestablishesthetownshipthatwillonedaybe Boscawen,althoughthe namewillnotbebestowed for28years.In1760,Royal Gov.BenningWentworth willnamethetownfora Britishadmiral,SirEdward Boscawen.

Dec.9,2002:NewHampshireBishopJohnMcCormack’sownfileshaveshown thathemishandledmany priestsaccusedofsexualmisconductwhileintheBoston archdiocese.Buthedealt morefirmlywithothers,encouragingonetoleavethe priesthoodandreportingone tothepolice,accordingto newfilesreleased.

Dec.9,1979:Concord SchoolSuperintendent

CalvinClevelandsaysa groupofGideonswillnotbe allowedtodistributeBibles intheschools,sayingit wouldopenthe“floodgate” toallreligions.

Dec.9,2001:Franconia’s BodeMillerwinshisfirst WorldCupvictory,agiant slalom.He’sthefirstAmericanmantodososince1983.

Dec.9,1814:Speakingon theU.S.Housefloor,Rep. DanielWebsterofNew Hampshiredenouncesa proposeddrafttofillthe ranksofthearmyfighting theBritish.TheConstitutionforbidsadraftforthe “purposesofconquest,”he argues,andthecurrentproposalwouldmake“slaves” ofAmericansbysnatching parentsandchildrenfrom

theirhomesbya“horrible lottery.”Whenherisesto fameasanationalist,Websterwillwithholdpublicationofthisspeech,andit willnotseethelightofday until1903.

Dec.10,2002:TheDioceseofManchesteradmits thatithasharmedchildren overthelast40yearsby knowinglyshufflingpriests accusedofsexualmisconductfromparishtoparish. Theadmission,partofa dealwiththestate,means thechurchwillavoidunprecedentedcriminal chargesofchildendangerment.Aspartoftheagreement,thechurchagreedto nolongerhandlesexual abusecomplaintsinthesecrecyithasfordecades.

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