Fast Faves with Joan Woodhead

As a longtime Concord resident, Joan Woodhead knows firsthand the benefits of living in the Capital Region. In 1966, her family, then with four young children, bought a farm just outside the center of the city. They became self-sufficient — raising their own food and...
A Thousand Words: A big weekend in January

A Thousand Words: A big weekend in January

Each winter, weather permitting, hockey enthusiasts from across New England and beyond flock to Concord for the city ’s annual 1883 Black Ice Pond Hockey Championships in White Park. There, they find hockey rinks neatly segmented on the ice where players of all ages...

Hot on the trail

Hot on the trail

Fundraising efforts are inching closer to turning Concord into a destination for cross country skiing A winter wonderland for cross country skiing at city-owned Beaver Meadow Golf Course is close to reaching its first phase this season, but isn’t quite there. The...

The Five Mother Sauces

The Five Mother Sauces

Sauce BéchamelbrbrAbrmilk-based sauce thickened with a white roux and flavored with onion pique andbra pinch of nutmegbrbr2 oz unsalted butter 2 oz flour1 qt milk½ peeled onion studded withbrcloves; bay leaf (onion pique -- the bay leaf is attached to the onion by...

Meet Dorothea Jensen – Local Author

Meet Dorothea Jensen – Local Author

Meet Dorothea JensenBorn in Boston, Author of Tizzy, the Christmas Elf; Blizzy, the Worrywart Elf; and Dizzy, the Stowaway Elf and winner of a Mom's Choice Award!Q.brWhen did you start writing about Santa’sbrIzzy Elves?brbrI first wrote Tizzy’s story in 1991. Although...

Upcoming Events at Gibson’s Bookstore

Upcoming Events at Gibson’s Bookstore

brUpcoming Eventsbrbr'Lies You Wanted to Hear' with James Whitfield ThomsonbrbrbrMonday, November 18, 2013br|br07:00PMbrbrbrCome meet the debut novelist who has dazzled the literary elite! James Whitfield Thomson, with a novel inspired by an unusual case straight from...

8 Reasons to Rent a Limo

8 Reasons to Rent a Limo

There are many occasions in which renting a limo orbrtown car will allow you to sit back, relax and enjoy your day or night out. Pricesbrwill vary based on the type of event, number of people, number of hours you'llbrneed and how far you're going but regardless of...

In This Issue: Winter 2013

In This Issue: Winter 2013

brbrBlack Ice Pond Hockey: Gallery ExtrabrbrIce cold fun! The 1883 Black Ice Pond Hockey Tournament is a family affair. Check out photos from years past!brbrRead morebrbrbr brbrHeating and Plumbing Tips on How to Prepare for Winter brbrHere are 7 tips on how to...

Happening Around Concord: 9/19 to 9/ 27

Happening Around Concord: 9/19 to 9/ 27

brbrHAWK AND DOVEbrbrbrFriday, September 20, 2013br|br08:00PM - 11:00PMbrbrbrHailing from Brooklyn, NY, Hawk and Dove is an indie rock band whose calm-before-the-storm sound has been described as the “loudest quiet band you have ever heard” and “the ps...brRead...

Gallery Extra: Bravo Boutique

Gallery Extra: Bravo Boutique

Visit Bravo Boutique and you will find dresses and accessories for very occasion.br Day dresses, cocktail dresses, mothers of the bride and groom dresses, brprom and pageant gowns. Check out the latest fashions in the gallery.

In This Issue: Fall 2013

In This Issue: Fall 2013

brbr10 Things to Consider Before RemodelingbrbrConsidering a remodel? Make sure to read these expert tips from Sue Booth at Vintage Kitchens first.brbrRead morebrbrbr brbrGallery Extra: Bravo BoutiquebrbrCheck out the latest fashions from Bravo Boutique.brbrRead...

How to Take Care of Your Pets During an Emergency

How to Take Care of Your Pets During an Emergency

If there is an emergency…what should you do with your pets?brbrFirst and foremost, be prepared. Make sure your pet’sbrtags are up to date, and that you have everything necessary. If you know abrstorm is coming you can always call your veterinarian or a local shelter,...