Excerpt of ‘Behind the Smile’: The face of a doll empire
Behind the Smile: The Story of Annalee Thorndike is the first-ever illustrated biography of the legendary doll maker. Her story is a tale of self-sufficiency, live-free-or-die resiliency, and a life-long passion to create. Her dolls would define her life, and many say...
Off the shelf
‘Chasing Eden: A Book of Seekers’ Seekers are all around us. They are seeking God, seeking freedom, seeking peace. “Chasing Eden: A Book of Seekers” (Bauhan Publishing) by Howard Mansfield is about this pursuit, about Americans seeking their Promised Land, their...
Monday Mashup: Farmer’s Markets, The Concord Chorale, Handmade Dog Treats, and more! Our Favorite Facebook Posts from Around Concord!
It's our 3rd Edition of Monday Mashup! Now that were heading into the 2nd full week of August, (Already, can you believe it?), we wanted to share with you our favorite posts from Concord's local Facebook pages from over the weekend. Let us know...
Make It Better With Bacon
The rich smell and crisp, smoky flavor of fresh sizzling bacon is a temptation few diners can resist. Indeed, some 53 percent of Americans eat bacon at least once a week, according to a recent survey by Smithfield. This love for bacon is fueling a culinary craze for...
Farmer’s Markets, Dance Lessons, Into the Woods, Jr., and Live Jazz Music! Editor’s Picks to Entertain You this Saturday!
Cancel your plans! We've got our Editor's Picks for exciting things to do this Saturday!brConcord Arts MarketbrbrSaturday, August 02, 2014br|br09:00AM - 03:00PMbrbrbrJuried weekly, outdoor artisan and fine arts market / No market August 30brRead MorebrA Day of...
3 Tips for Staying Hydrated in the Heat
As warmerbrtemperatures heat up the summer nationwide, being prepared for the season’s outdoorbractivities means more than sunscreen protection and appropriate dress. Healthbrexperts statebrthat keeping yourself hydrated by drinking enough water andbrother beverages...
Monday Mashup: Concord’s Music Scene, Traveling New Hampshire, and More Exciting Posts From Around Concord’s Local Facebook Pages!
It's our 2nd Edition of Monday Mashup! This week we are featuring 4,000 Hand stitched felt products, and so much more.With the first weekend of August under our belt, we wanted to share with you our favorite posts from Concord's local Facebook pages! Let us know...
The Best Frozen Yogurt and Ice Cream Places In Concord
What's summer without a frozen yogurt or large scoop of ice cream to wrap up a long hot summer day? Here are our favorite places in and around Concord.DIPS Frozen Yogurt - Concord, NHbrbrbrbrThisbrfrozen yogurt shop is strategically located on Main Street in the...
Our Monday Mashup Favorite Facebook Posts from Around Concord: Market Days Edition
Welcome to our first installment of Monday Mashup! Its simple, we go around Concord's local Facebook pages and showcase what our favorite posts were from over the weekend!Market Days was this weekend, and we wanted to highlight your (our) favorite parts of Market...
Ways to Protect Your Family Outdoors
Before your family begins enjoying the great outdoors during this adventure-filled season, make sure your yard is properly treated to avoid the dangers of poison ivy, oak or sumac.Learn the proper steps to keep the threat of poisonous plants away from your family and...
Poll: Limousines, Hiking, Delicious Food, & Summer Concerts. We Want to Know What You Think About Them!
We want to hear from you. Take 20 seconds to complete 4 short poll questions! We would appreciate it!We'll be sure to share what we learn about the community so you can see how you compare to your friends and neighbors.
Children’s Theatre, Story Time, and more. Editor’s Pick Events for the Whole Family from July 20th to the 27th!
Are you and the kids stuck in a summer break rut? Do you want to get everybody out of the house next week? Whether it's with mom and dad or grandma and grandpa, we've picked out four events that are enjoyable for the whole family! brbrFamily...
Upcoming Events for July 14th to July 19th
Monday July 14th:Whit Symmes Trio - Where: Concord Public LibraryTime: 7:00 pm - 8:00pmJoin us for the sound of jazz as a part of our live music on the lawn.How to Catch a Mouse - Where: Concord Public LibraryTime: 10:00am - 1:00pmJungle Jim's of Boston will...
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The Concord Kiwanis Club [Gallery Extra]
If you didn’t know that this year marks the 90th anniversary of the Kiwanis Club of Concord, you’re not alone. After all, says longtime Concord Kiwanian Ken Georgevits, the real work of the Kiwanis is done quietly and with little fanfare in its service projects to the...
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