What's Happening: Events
March 03 - September 30, 2010 The Folkway Remembered Exhibit: The Folkway Remembered exhibit looks back at Peterborough's famous folk coffeehouse.
Time: all day
Town: Peterborough
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The Folkway Remembered exhibit will open March 3, 2010 at Peterborough Historical Society. The exhibit looks at The Folkway coffeehouse, a must-play venue on the 1970's and 1980's folk circuit.
The exhibit features photos, music, and video celebrating the history of The Folkway and includes memorabilia and personal recollections from musicians and staff.
Admission is $3. The Historical Society is open Wed- Sat, 10-4.
Sponsor: Peterborough Historical Society
Contact: Michelle Stahl
Phone: (603) 924-3235
Contact Email: director@peterboroughhistory.org Website: http://www.peterboroughhistory.org Location: Peterborough Historical Society
19 Grove St
Peterborough
NH, 03458
September 01 - 12, 2010 2 Pianos 4 Hands: A comedy by Richard Greenblatt and Ted Dykstra New Hampshire premiere!
Town: Peterborough
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The riotous tale of two Canadian boys, Ted and Richard, sharing the same goal: concert pianist stardom. They work fervently toward their dream amidst pushy parents, eccentric teachers, hours of repetitive practice, stage fright, the agony of competitions, and the dream of greatness. Along the journey the actors/pianists portray a dazzling range of characters embellished with a show of piano wizardry featuring the music of Bach, Beethoven, and Jerry Lee Lewis. Rated PG-13. Call box office for ticket information.
Contact: Peterborough Players
Phone: (603) 924-7585
Website: http://www.peterboroughplayers.org Location: Peterborough Players Theatre
55 Hadley Road
Peterborough
NH
September 12, 2010 Breakfast, brunch or Lunch CRUZ-IN: It's fun and it's free! Bring the family! All welcome!
Time: 9am-1pm
Town: Peterborough
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Cruz-In will be held the second Sunday of each month (May - September in the parking lot at Depot Park in Historic Downtown Peterborough. Drivers of exhibited vehicles will receive discount coupons to area businesses such as Nonie's, Peterborough Diner, Acqua Bistro, Ava Marie's Chocolates, Twelve Pine and Roy's Market. Open to all makes, all models of vintage or special interest cars, trucks, motorcycles and bicycles. For more information, visit website.
Sponsor: The peterborough Rotary Club
Contact: Peterborough Rotary Club
Website: http://www.PeterboroughRotary.com Location: Depot Park Parking Lot
Peterborough
NH
September 15 - 26, 2010 This Verse Business: A world premiere by A. M. Dolan
Town: Peterborough
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Gordon Clapp - best known for his Emmy-winning role as Detective Greg Medavoy on NYPD Blue and his TOny-nominated role as Dave Moss in teh 2005 Broadway revival of Glengarry Glen Ross - stars in this world premiere. Clapp portrays the great American poet, Robert Frost, who “barded” around the country for forty-five years with his poetry, dry wit, and “promises to keep.” At times funny, often poignant, This Verse Business will give you things to ponder as the season comes to an end. Rated G - age 12 and up. Call box office for ticket information.
Casting subject to change.
Contact: Peterborough Players
Phone: (603) 924-7585
Website: http://www.peterboroughplayers.org Location: Peterborough Players Theatre
55 Hadley Road
Peterborough
NH
September 18, 2010 Our Town Annual Ball: Fourth Annual Peterborough Fire & Rescue "Our Town Annual Ball"
Time: 7-11pm
Town: Peterborough
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The "Our Town" Annual Ball, will be held on Sat., Sept. 18 at the Peterborough Town House, 7-11PM. For those of you who are unfamiliar with this 4th annual event, it is the major fundraising opportunity for the Peterborough Fire & Rescue Association (PRDA) & is open to the public. Live music provided by The Nines as well as complimentary Hors D'oeuvres & a cash bar. All proceeds from the evening's ticket sales, raffles & silent auction items go directly to the PFRA. The mission of the Peterborough Fire & Rescue Association is to support the members of the Department, the citizens of Peterborough & surrounding communities through providing education, equipment, & support.
To purchase tickets at $75/couple ($40/single), or for more information, please visit www.firerescue.us.
Contact: Peterborough Fire & Rescue
Phone: (603) 924-7991
Website: http://www.firerescue.us Location: Peterborough Town House
Corner of Main Street & Grove Street
Peterborough
NH
October 02, 2010 BizCon NH Conference: Your launchpad to business success.
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Town: Peterborough
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Business Connector: Your Launchpad to Success (BizConNH) is a full day of networking, seminars, workshops, table talks and special events to help new, established and growing businesses succeed. Learn the latest in marketing, financial, sales, strategic planning, customer relations and operations management. BizConNH speakers have state-wide and national reputations; a gift for engaging the audience; and decades of experience in their field. They’ll deliver practical advice you can start using right away, handouts you can refer to and an opportunity to trade ideas with your peers. For more information or to register - just $25 until September 1; $45 at the door - visit BizConNH.com.
Sponsor: Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce
Contact: Greater Peterborough Chamber of Commerce
Phone: (603) 924-7234
Contact Email: bizconnh@peterboroughchamber.com Website: http://www.BizConNH.com Location: South Meadow School
108 Hancock Road
Peterborough
NH, 03458
October 09 - 10, 2010 Annual Open Studio Art Tour 2010: Tour: Chesham, Dublin, Hancock, Harrisville, Jaffrey, Marlborough, Peterborough, Sharon
Time: 10am - 5pm
Town: various
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Monadnock Art / Friends of the Dublin Art Colony presents the Art Tour each October during the peak of the colorful foliage season in southwestern New Hampshire. The Tour is self-directed, and it's free for the interested public. Art lovers from all over New England, and beyond, enjoy touring the beautiful countryside, following the distinctive Art Tour signs, and discovering the often tucked-away places where artists work. Studios are open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. During the last Art Tour there were 50 open studios with 58 artists participating. For more information, visit Monadnock Art/FDAC website, or write to: Monadnock Art / FDAC, P.O. Box 39, Dublin NH, 03444
Contact: Monadnock Arts/Friends of the Dublin Art Colony
Website: http://www.monadnockart.org Location: various
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October 16, 2010 Peek Into Peterborough: Fun for the whole family!
Time: 10 am to 3 pm
Town: Peterborough
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October 23, 2010 Monadnock Area Crop Walk: Call for more information.
Time: 8:30am
Town: Peterborough
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Contact: Carolyn Peacock
Phone: (603) 924-7947
Location: Starting at the Union Congregational Church
33 Concord Street
Peterborough
NH
October 23, 2010 Celebrate Samhain: Celebrate Samhain is New England's premier Samhain festival. An Indoors Event - Rain or Shine!
Time: 10am-6pm
Town: Peterborough
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2010 marks our 5th year and we're honored to be sharing this anniversary with some very special friends and guests including acclaimed author and Stregone (Italian Witch), Raven Grimassi; renowned herbalist and author, Rosemary Gladstar; NH's own award-winning author and Witch, Christopher Penczak; popular "Kitchen Witch" Dawn Hunt, and perennial festival favorites, The Gypsy Nomads.
Celebrate Samhain - a festival commemorating the origins of Halloween - seeks to provide a fun and enlightening experience for the whole community. This year's event helps support the Peterborough Town Hall Food Bank and the Peterborough Unitarian Universalist Church "Mitten Tree Drive".
Admission is only $6 pp, (2 for $10) with a donation of a non-perishable food item or a new winter clothing item. $7 w/o donation. Under 10 with an adult is free. Admission includes entry to all workshops and presentations, musical performances, vendor halls, and closing ritual.
Contact: Jess Gerrior-Baribault
Phone: (603) 831-8125
Contact Email: info@CelebrateSamhain.com Website: http://www.celebratesamhain.com Location: Peterborough Unitarian Universalist Church
25 Main Street
Peterborough
NH
May 21, 2011 Children And The Arts: Downtown Peterborough Is Alive with THE ARTS and Children, ALL DAY, in this wonderful annual event.
Time: All Day
Town: Peterborough
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