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...

Editor’s note: A reason to celebrate

Meet Emelyne Adios.She’s a 30-year-old fashion designer and health care worker from Burundi who runs her own small clothing business, Style by Emelyne.Her colorful clothes will be among the many things featured at this year’s Concord Multicultural Festival, held on...

Join the Prouty

Join the Prouty

On July 14, thousands of riders and walkers will wind their way through the Upper Valley and Hanover’s neighborhoods for the 30th Prouty. Others will begin their bike ride in Manchester on July 13. This wonderful community event supports Norris Cotton Cancer Center...

Watch Out for Ticks!

Watch Out for Ticks!

It’s a regular part of our summer bedtime routine—my two kids sitting cross-legged on the floor, heads bent forward while I meticulously search through their thick, black locks for ticks.New Hampshire NumbersRecent news about Lyme disease in New Hampshire reminds me...

Family Vacation Tips

Family Vacation Tips

Don’t worry about record-breaking gas prices—the US Energy Information Administration estimates prices to be $3.79 a gallon this summer, less than in 2008.That’s good news for families considering reviving the tradition of a road trip vacation, one of the best...

Add Healthy Fresh Produce to Family Dinners

Add Healthy Fresh Produce to Family Dinners

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) suggests filling half of your plate with fruits and vegetables. While this may seem difficult, summer-fresh fruit from Chile provides for year round availability and daily use in a variety of healthful recipes.Enjoy this...

Kindness for Cash with AOK and the Charter for Compassion

Kindness for Cash with AOK and the Charter for Compassion

Share your compassion and win $500 br You can win a $500 gift-card from AOK and The Charter for Compassion to Global Giving just by submitting a video that highlights what compassion means to you with the most "Likes" on The Charter’s 1st Assignment. br It’s not as...

Family Summer Vacations with Little Ones

Family Summer Vacations with Little Ones

A Few Tips for Planning Summer Getaways with FamilybrWarm weather has finally arrived, and parents everywhere are starting to plan family vacations. But traveling with a little one can be challenging and requires preparation. Family travel expert Shelly Rivoli,...

Use Tax Season to Organize for the Future

Use Tax Season to Organize for the Future

Financial Planner Shares Tips for a 21st-Century Filing SystemJane was not looking forward to going through her parents’ belongings to get their house ready to sell. Their health had been failing for some time and they finally agreed to move to a retirement community....

April: Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month

April: Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month

How to Choose Your New Best Friend from an Animal ShelterAmong the biggest victims of the economic recession are the once beloved family pets surrendered to shelters as their owners deal with extended joblessness. The U.S. Humane Society estimates 6 to 8 million dogs...

Granite State Music Festival

Granite State Music Festival

Inaugural event comes to Capital City in JuneGranite State Music Festival takes New Hampshire’s capital city by storm June 23 and 24, 2012. This first year of the festival promises the state’s best bands, with a national headliner. The festival’s epicenter will be the...

Best Holiday Breads

Best Holiday Breads

Treat your family and friends to delicious home-baked breads. A loaf wrapped in foil also makes a great hostess gift.Quick breads are healthy snacks. Check out these tips and recipes from allrecipes.com:brbr Bake a loaf fresh for the week, then slice as you go. Bake...

Gifts of Light

Gifts of Light

This holiday season, create a new family tradition at the newest Christmas event in the area: Gift of Lights at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. From November 18 through January 1, millions of twinkling LED lights will shine, creating a festive atmosphere that is certain...

Great Football Gifts

Great Football Gifts

Eight Gadgets to Optimize Your NFL SeasonAnd they make perfect holiday gifts!by Jeff CambronWith football season in full swing and the playoffs approaching, make the most of the remaining games with the latest cool equipment.1. BinocularsbrA must-have for any pigskin...