Welcome to ski season — 12/14/23

In this week’s cover story, we take a look at the ski season via an interview with officials at McIntyre Ski Area, which held its opening day of the season on Saturday, Dec. 9. We also list a few places where you can hit the slopes this season and explain the science of man-made snow.

Also on the cover Bedford Village Inn celebrates the season with the Feast of the Seven Fishes (page 26). Restaurants that will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day (page 27). Naturally 7 plays Derry on Sunday (page 36), and find other concerts (page 42) this weekend.

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Gifts for everyone! — 12/7/23

Find gifts for everybody on your list. On page 12, check out the list of area arts organizations selling unique items. Henry Homeyer recommends gifts for gardeners (page 19). John Fladd offers ideas of gifts to make (page 28) and gifts to buy (page 29). Find more giftable eats on page 32. Michael Witthaus helps you find perfect presents for music-lovers (page 44). And, if you’re thinking about how you can give to the wider community this holiday season, see the Q&A on page 6.

Also on the cover Symphony NH presents their Holiday Pops show (page 42). Take a trip to the Monadnock Region for the Currier & Ives Cookie Tour (page 30). Plan those holiday meals now — Mya Blanchard rounds up some of the eateries offering pies, hams and more to go (page 31).

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Millions of Lights — 11/23/30

In this week’s cover story we look at lights — no, not directly into the lights but at the big light displays that are brightening up this holiday season, from the professionally designed attractions to homeowners’ pride and joy. Above: The Gift of Lights at New Hampshire Motor Speedway (courtesy photo). On the cover: The Proposal Ball at the LaBelle Lights. (Photo by Mya Blanchard.)

Also on the cover Mya Blanchard looks at the European Christmas market-inspired Amherst German Christmas Market (page 24). Mya also checks out the comedy The Thanksgiving Play (page 14). Michael Witthaus talks to comedian Drew Dunn, who plays his hometown stage — the Nashua Center for the Arts.

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Holiday Guide 2023 — 11/23/23

It’s Hippo’s annual Holiday Guide! In this, our roundup of events from Drinksgiving through New Year’s Eve, we present you with as many holiday events as we could find — from cookie tours to productions of A Christmas Carol. Know of an event we missed? Let us know at adiaz@hippopress.com.

Also on the cover VIsit local wineries as part of the New Hampshire Jingle Bells Winery Tour (see page 38). Michael Witthaus talks to comedian Emily Ruskowski about some post-turkey comedy (page 48). Get a day of festivities at Very Derry Holiday (page 33).

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54 recipes — 11/16/23

To get through the holiday season, with all its parties and gatherings and family dinners. John Fladd presents to you 54 recipes — from cookies and ice creams to potatoes au gratin and scallion pancakes. And, for the nights when you just can’t with cooking — drinks! Photo at right and on the cover by John Fladd.

Also on the cover Mya Blanchard looks at the paper ornaments at the League of NH Craftsmen gallery in Nashua. Henry Homeyer considers the garden chores of November. Michael Witthaus talks to Panorama, which will pay tribute to The Cars at a Tupelo Music Hall show also featuring Bikini Whale and its take on The B-52s.

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